"Things have gone quite smoothly. The Mu Brothers found the Cold Soul Six Spirit Ganoderma they wanted, and also gave me this Hedao Fruit," the Barbarian King tossed the Hedao Fruit in his hand and laughed loudly.
Upon hearing this, the crowd of Barbarians immediately cheered in unison.
However, those Barbarians whose cultivation was at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm could only gaze eagerly at the Hedao Fruit in the Barbarian King's hand, their hearts full of desire and anticipation.
They had been stuck at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm for some years, and relying solely on themselves to advance to the Unity Realm Stage would likely take quite a long time.
Perhaps they might never overcome this barrier in their lifetime.
But with the aid of this Hedao Fruit, there was a high chance for them to advance to the Unity Realm Stage, allowing them a vast ocean to fish and a high sky for birds to fly.
Who among them didn't want this Hedao Fruit?
However, there was only one Hedao Fruit, but the Hanchi Tribe had four people at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, which meant not everyone would have the opportunity to obtain it.
So they all felt a bit tense, not knowing whom the Barbarian King would give the Hedao Fruit to.
Would it be given to the subordinates most loyal to him? Or to those with the best talent? Or to those with lesser talent who might never enter the Unity Realm Stage on their own?
The Barbarian King at this time said, "I know, you are all probably guessing now. There's only one Hedao Fruit, yet there are several brothers stuck before the Unity Realm Stage. To whom will I give the Hedao Fruit?"
"Will it be to the brother most loyal to me, so that after he breaks through to the Unity Realm Stage, my position becomes even more secure?"
"Or will it be to the brother with the most outstanding talent, letting him avoid some detours in his cultivation path, avoiding getting stuck before the Unity Realm Stage for decades, and having the potential to go further in the future?"
"Or should it be given to the brother with the worst talent, who, relying on his own abilities, might never in his life advance to the Unity Realm Stage?"
"No, no, no!"
"I don't have so much self-interest to favor anyone; everything will still follow our old rules—by strength. Whether you have any conflicts with me, whether your talent surpasses others or falls short, as long as you can fight to the end and no one dares to contest you, then the Hedao Fruit will be yours!"
After the Barbarian King said this, everyone was stunned for a moment before the cheering started again, becoming even more passionate.
This also allowed those who had been worried they might not have a chance to be allocated the Hedao Fruit to breathe a sigh of relief, and they became filled with fighting spirit.
The Barbarian King looked at the crowd's excited appearance with a smile, but felt slightly helpless inside.
If he, considering various factors, cautiously distributed the Hedao Fruit.
Then, no matter whether the selected person was a highly talented Barbarian hero, his most loyal brother, or someone of lesser ability whom he specially looked after...
No matter the choice, it would likely cause others to feel displeased.
After all, those at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Unity Realm Stage had been stuck at this barrier for many years, nearly going mad. Seeing a glimmer of hope to immediately break into the Unity Realm Stage, they wouldn't consider amongst the brothers whom had the potential for greater future development, nor whether they were the most loyal to the tribe, or even if they themselves were likely to advance into the Unity Realm Stage eventually; but that the less-talented brothers might be stuck at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm for life, thus considering taking care of this brother, which would in the future add another Unity Realm Stage member to the Hanchi Tribe...
They would just think, why not us! Why them?!
Let us be stuck at the Unity Realm Stage for decades?!
Wasting years in vain!
If this is not handled well, the strongest core force of the Hanchi Tribe might develop rifts, and after moving into the Unity Realm Stage, they might choose to leave the Hanchi Tribe and establish their own positions!
Thus, the Barbarian King eventually chose to distribute the Hedao Fruit without considering factors like talent or loyalty, just looking at who was the most courageous!
No matter the talent, whether high or low, regardless of loyalty to me, the Barbarian King, or whether they hold the most authority in the tribe, as long as you are brave enough, fight until no one dares to challenge you, then gaining the Hedao Fruit will be a matter of course, who's going to object?
"Barbarian King, can we participate?"
At this time, several Barbarians at the Early-Mid Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, with rough faces showing signs of tension and excitement, asked the Barbarian King.
"Yes, as long as you can defeat opponents beyond your level, overthrown higher rank with a lower one, and finally seize the Hedao Fruit, I can't wait for those as talented as you to get the Hedao Fruit," the Barbarian King laughed.
"That's great! I want to participate in the fight for the Hedao Fruit too!"
"Great, I'm going to give it a try too!"
Upon hearing the Barbarian King's words, several Barbarians at the Mid and Later Stages of the Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, who initially thought they had no chance for this single Hedao Fruit, believing it only belonged to those four at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, were originally a bit crestfallen, but now their spirits were lifted, and they were eager to try.
In a posture ready to fight to the end.
And those four at the Peak Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, seeing this, looked at each other, their expressions becoming more tense, and their battle spirit grew stronger.
If, after so many years just a step away from the Unity Realm Stage, these older warriors ended up losing to some early-level youngsters at the Ninth Layer of the Fanxu Realm, it would be a huge loss of face.
No way! They must fight desperately!
Mu Jinyu watched the passionate scene among the Barbarians, and couldn't help but show a few signs of appreciation on his face.
Originally, he planned to leave the Northern Region after obtaining the Cold Soul Six Spirit Ganoderma, but decided to put that thought aside for now.
After all, he still hadn't found clues for the last five types of Spiritual Medicines, so he might as well stay a few more days at the Hanchi Tribe and watch their fight.
"Brother Mu, why don't you stay a few more days and give them some guidance in their fight?"
At this moment, the Barbarian King turned and invited Mu Jinyu with expectant eyes.
"Mm." Mu Jinyu didn't hesitate, nodding with a smile, "I was thinking about it."
As he agreed, Mu Jinyu's expression was slightly distracted, feeling as if things weren't quite real.
Recalling not long ago, when he had just entered Kunlun Ruins, his cultivation was merely at the Sixth Layer of the Divinity Transformation Realm, eventually joining the Heavenly Sword Faction he then considered immensely powerful, as an Outer Sect Disciple of the Four Great Sects of Yan Kingdom.
He fought his way through, from the Outer Gate Competition to the Inner Gate Competition, the Four Sects Martial Meeting, and even the Hidden Dragon Conference...
He fought as a Junior Disciple on stage for rewards given to the top ranks, while onlookers included Veteran Masters pointing out directions and overlooking their battles.
But now, unknowingly, his cultivation has advanced from the Divinity Transformation Realm to the Fanxu Realm, and from there finally to the Unity Realm Stage, becoming one of the most elite in Kunlun Ruins, capable of establishing his own sect if he wished.
What used to seem like an immensely powerful Heavenly Sword Faction to him now appeared insignificant, hardly worth mentioning in the eyes of major powers.
And he no longer needed to fight on stage for top rankings and rewards either.
He can finally sit in the audience seats, providing guidance to others as a Senior.