Chapter 839 - 56: Raise the Rank by 1

Chapter 839: Chapter 56: Raise the Rank by 1

Li Xin pursed his lips, wondering if Brother Xiao had no concept of money; such generosity was indeed remarkable.

"Brother Xiao, just wait to collect the money."

"If you win this time, I’ll give you a gift," Xiao Yan said, still curious about what Li Xin would use to defeat Chu Zhan, as if not taking the Three Pristine Sect’s senior brother seriously.

A gift? Hearing this, Li Xin was delighted. Rich people always paid attention to the things they gifted, especially young masters like Xiao Yan.

He liked the generosity of young masters from all places; ah, he kind of missed Young Master Simmons. He wondered how he was doing; life without Young Master Simmons’ protection was always tight.

"A lot of people around?"

"This year is the selection year. Those who want to enter the Celestial Destiny Sect’s list have to work hard. After all, there are variables within the sect. Entering the red list of Jiuxiao Building is a real battle every year. It was supposed to be lively in a few months, but because of your appearance, it’s early. In principle, the top ten of last year’s red list don’t usually make a move, but you’ve stirred up the competitiveness of the Three Pristine Sect," Xiao Yan laughed.

The surrounding contestants also looked over, discussing among themselves as it was revealed that Li Xin’s opponents had been confirmed: Huyan Zhuolei from the Vajra Institute and Chu Zhan from the Three Pristine Sect. Clearly, these two sects had set their sights on Li Xin.

The Vajra Institute went without saying; with two masters crippled, the audience cheered, as someone finally taught the Vajra Institute a lesson. However, for the Vajra Institute, they would never let this loose cultivator off the hook. If Li Xin’s performance weren’t impeccable, they might even have caused trouble outside. As for the Three Pristine Sect, it was a matter of saving face.

Though Duan Zhengyang wasn’t the highest combat power, he was a key figure the Three Pristine Sect had been focusing on in recent years, and he suffered a crushing defeat against Li Xin, which they had to regain face for.

"I heard this kid is just a loose cultivator. That’s incredible."

"There are experts among loose cultivators; most are just low-key."

"This kid being so high-profile might be trying to find a place to settle."

"Naive, don’t these prestigious sects want face? Taking in a well-known loose cultivator halfway? That would be losing face."

Those with a certain cultivation foundation or with a family name were no big deal, but wild loose cultivators were another matter. For sects with some reputation, it was truly not easy to handle, especially Zhengyang School sects, though the Taiyin School might not be so concerned.

In the pavilion, the female disciples of Jiuxiao Building were all preparing. On such grand occasions, they would have new dances, and the more masters, the happier they were. This level of Wish Power was very thin, relying on accumulation over time. The more attention they received, the more they got, and of course, the main purpose was to find their dual cultivation partner.

Yun Yu and Yun Le served on both sides of Bao Yu’Er, "Martial Aunt, both those boys are here, and that one named Ren Yanli has initiated three consecutive challenges again."

"Oh? Have their opponents been chosen?"

"Both the Three Pristine Sect and Vajra Institute have made requests. If he appears, notify them immediately. They are willing to send out Chu Zhan and Huyan Zhuolei."

"Oh? Chu Zhan? Jiang Jinyue must be anxious."

"Yes, when I got the message, I thought I read it wrong. Chu Zhan would actually go into battle," Yun Le laughed. "Of course, according to the rules, they will pay Spirit Stones."

"Understood, mark it as your performance."

"Thank you, Martial Aunt!" Yun Yu and Yun Le were both pleased.

The attraction of top masters and ordinary masters is obviously different. Chu Zhan, being last year’s red list eighth, along with the Three Pristine Sect’s reputation, was very popular. Unfortunately, such masters didn’t care about Jiuxiao Building. Once they got a spot on the Celestial Destiny Sect’s shortlist, it was difficult to invite them. If they deliberately invited them, Jiuxiao Building would pay a hefty amount of Spirit Stones. Conversely, if they wanted to challenge an opponent, the opponent would have to pay Spirit Stones.

"You did well, not rejecting him just because he’s a loose cultivator, from being sparring partners to outer court matches, to giving him a chance to enter the inner court. These are all marks of a deep commitment," Bao Yu’Er said gently. "Que Mingyuan is also an old hand, handling mundane affairs meticulously. Give him some benefits; choose a suitable female disciple as a reward, but make sure she holds back a little; people still need to be used."

Ren Yanli, being an outsider, was understandable. This actually meant he had a clean background, as long as he wasn’t from the Divine Land’s sects, it was negotiable.

Yun Yu and Yun Le maintained a solemn demeanor, knowing that luck played a part, but indeed, after being punished for their mistakes, they were no longer as frivolous and arrogant.

"Have you found out about the other one?"

"Martial Aunt, that kid is using a false identity. Still investigating. It might be related to the Xiao Family’s main family. Our investigation has encountered obstacles; should we continue?" Yun Yu said.

Bao Yu’Er gently waved her jade hand, "The Xiao Family’s main family, interesting, let’s pause it for now. You all may leave."

"Yes, Martial Aunt."

Yun Yu and Yun Le respectfully left; they needed to prepare for today’s competition.

The news of Li Xin’s arrival and Chu Zhan’s appearance quickly spread, and Jiuxiao Building had its own quick notification methods, employing many Messengers.

At the Three Pristine Sect, upon receiving the Messenger’s message, Jiang Jinyue took Chu Zhan and Duan Zhengyang on a Flying Boat, heading rapidly towards Jiuxiao Building.

And the news that Chu Zhan would strike against a newcomer immediately attracted the attention of many sect masters, especially his potential opponents. Although there were reports in the Divine Land’s newspapers, no one paid much attention, as there were often all sorts of flashy news that only ended as a laughing matter. But now that Chu Zhan was stepping in to intercept, it showed the Three Pristine Sect was a bit anxious.

In addition, one of the Eight Great Vajras of the Vajra Institute, Mixed Vajra Huyan Zhuolei, last time Li Xin defeated Blast Vajra Chan Yuba with one move, also breaking the opponent’s Body-Protecting Divine Skill, and grinding the Vajra Institute’s face into the dirt. Vajra Institute certainly wouldn’t let it go easily. Compared to Chan Yuba, who excelled in defensive counterattacks, this Mixed Vajra Huyan Zhuolei was a madman who liked to risk his life with others.

Don’t know who the third person is, but with just these two, it’s enough to make that loose cultivator suffer. This is also why few dare to initiate three consecutive challenges, as it’s easy to be targeted if not careful.

Guests in Jiuxiao Building suddenly noticed a large number of multicolored streams of light in the sky; various flying swords, boats, Flying Boats, and even some sect disciples with beast mounts, as well as some Elders, had arrived, obviously mostly for Chu Zhan.

As a Profound-level Sect, the Three Pristine Sect is a major target for many sects in Cyan Dragon City hoping to advance. This also places great pressure on the Three Pristine Sect, as the Young Sect Master Jiang Jinyue must suppress any rumors of the Three Pristine Sect’s decline. Allowing Chu Zhan to make a move also served this purpose, and of course, Chu Zhan himself was very interested.

"Senior Brother, that kid is very strange, like he has a monster inside him. I can’t feel that he’s very strong, but he is extremely strong, with tremendous power, though his techniques are quite ordinary. Don’t be fooled," Duan Zhengyang standing on the Flying Boat cautiously reminded.

Since losing, he felt guilty even just breathing, and didn’t dare to speak loudly.

Jiang Jinyue coldly looked at Chu Zhan, "Shut up. I brought you here this time to show you how Senior Brother Chu uses our Three Pristine Sect’s cultivation techniques, as if practicing hard is harming you."

Duan Zhengyang pursed his lips in grievance, looking eagerly at Chu Zhan. Chu Zhan smiled slightly, "Senior Sister, you can’t blame Zhengyang entirely. That kid seems to be using the Reversed Big Dipper Seven-Star Step, which is why I want to meet him."