Chapter 689 Quintuple Martial Speed

A wave of commotion erupted. It was obvious that many people did not believe their eyes and ears.

Zachary had displayed his strength at the fourth grade of Imperial Level in the race for the marriage not long ago. Since then he had upgraded his strength to the fifth grade in just a month! He couldn't have hidden his real strength in the race, because his opponent at the time was Saul, who was a warrior at the fifth grade of Imperial Level. Therefore, it was impossible for him to have hidden his real strength in front of such a strong opponent. On the other hand, it was just as impossible for him to upgrade his strength in only a month's time!

This mystery confounded the audience.

But many people realized that Zachary was only a warrior at the first grade of Imperial Level when he left the Shura College. It had only been a few months, but he had improved his strength to the fifth grade of Imperial Level, which was unbelievable. Nobody could figure out how he had managed this feat!

The more they thought about it, the more baffled they became. Everyone was talking about Zachary at this point and the grounds were abuzz.

"I don't understand how he improved his strength so fast. Did he get a special opportunity while he was cultivating in seclusion?" Vivian mumbled with a look of bemusement on her face.

Of course, Anthony was gritting his teeth in envy. Even though he was also a warrior of Imperial Level now, the gap between him and Zachary didn't shorten, instead it was widening.

At exactly the same moment, two other people in the crowd were exchanging a look of surprise with each other—Pollard and Polly. They had not seen Zachary for months since they parted ways at the Holy Cloud Mountain. During this time, Polly had also successfully made a breakthrough and become an Imperial Level warrior with the help of the Sun-swallowing Pill Zachary had given her and also the aid of her father. The Qiu Clan had insisted on saving two spots for Pollard and Polly in the qualifying test of the Imperial Level Warrior Contest. Of course, their purpose was also to merely gain more experience.

"Pollard, don't you think Harley's strength has improved rather quickly?" Polly said in astonishment.

"Yes, it is a bit strange, but I suppose it isn't impossible when it comes to Harley. He has floored everyone with his talents before," Pollard remarked, looking very calm and composed.

However, even the senior leaders of the Shura College, including Marvin, were stumped. Corbin, who was testing Zachary, had a strange expression on his face.

"All right. Now let me test your martia

was surprised to see Pollard and Polly there.

"And they are...?" Vivian asked, as she didn't know the siblings.

"You must be Vivian of the Xiao Clan. I have heard a lot about you but you look even better than I thought. I'm Pollard Qiu, and this is my younger sister, Polly Qiu," Pollard introduced himself and his sister.

"Oh, so you are the children of the Qiu Clan's head. I have heard a lot about you both too!" Vivian greeted them politely.

"It seems that you are blessed with many beautiful women. You always have gorgeous girls by your side. However, I heard that you have been engaged to Vivian here, is that true? And does it mean that my sister no longer has a chance?" Pollard added, teasing Zachary.

"Pollard! Don't talk nonsense. You're embarrassing me!" Polly reprimanded him with a stern glare.

However, Pollard's words got Vivian's attention. She shot a few glances at Polly. She had to admit that Polly was as beautiful as her, if not more. Besides, Polly seemed to be ill at ease with the topic. Nevertheless, Vivian just smiled calmly and retorted, "I didn't expect you to be a joker, Pollard."

"I was just stating the truth." Pollard smiled and narrowed his eyes. Then he turned to Zachary. "Let's find a place to have a talk."

Zachary acquiesced.

"Polly, you can head back," Pollard told his sister and left with Zachary in tow.

"They seem to be quite close," Vivian couldn't help but blurt out.

"Harley once saved my brother's life, so Pollard sees him like a brother," Polly explained.

"Oh, I see. That makes sense," Vivian said. "Polly, you have a crush on Harley, am I right?"

"What? No! I don't! Please don't talk nonsense! Whatever gave you that idea?" Polly hastened to refute.