This gave rise to such a unique method of obtaining battle merit, which is also the tacitly agreed result by the strong cultivators of the Divine Sea Realm on both sides.
The victor is rewarded with a certain share of battle merit; the strong cultivators of the Divine Sea Realm still have this authority.
Back when Lu Ye first arrived and was constantly being troubled by Nian Yuexian, every time he completed a task, Nian Yuexian would reward him with battle merit. Since Nian Yuexian could act in that manner, it's only natural for the Divine Sea Realm cultivators here to do so as well, and even more legitimately.
For this, there would be no punishment from Heaven's Augury.
Moreover, cultivators have never been a lawful and obedient group; they are most eager for competition and combat. With such an occasion, it is a great opportunity for cultivators to release their energy, and it further allows them to improve their combat skills. It can be said to serve multiple purposes.
