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Winter was always the most difficult time for Dahe Market.
The Lancang River froze solid, and the heavy snows sealed off the mountain passes, severing the main livelihood for countless cultivators. For rogue cultivators living in the outer districts, there was even the danger of starving demonic beasts straying out of the mountains to prey on humans.
But this year, things seemed a bit different.
As Luo Chen strolled through the bustling inner city, he found himself surprised by the crowds. People were coming and going in high spirits, and the market stalls were thriving with activity far livelier than even the autumn months.
"Strange," he murmured.
At his side, Gu Caiyi walked with her hands tucked into her sleeves, a faint smile on her lips. "It's because of the Debate Platform on Fallen Phoenix Mountain," she said, offering a clue.
The opening of the Debate Platform had stirred a fever of competition across the cultivation world. Normally, only the most confident late-stage Qi Refinement cultivators or the privileged heirs of great families would dare step onto such a stage.
However, as the weather grew colder and the resources in the mountains dwindled, some cultivators who were struggling to make ends meet eventually turned to the Debate Platform, eager for a chance to prove themselves.
As long as they step onto the platform and fight, they receive an appearance fee regardless of the outcome! With Foundation Establishment cultivators watching over the matches, there was at least no risk of death, and...
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