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"Ha ha, very good, very good." Zhao Jingshan, sitting on the stage, suddenly burst into laughter, but there was no trace of joy on his face. It was hard to tell what he was feeling at that moment.
"Heh heh, Elder Zhao is too kind. This time, I think the Azure Wind Sword Sect has the upper hand." Elder Wu beside him didn't seem to care about his sarcastic tone and reminded him with a smile.
"I didn't expect that your Azure Wind Sword Sect has such an impressive disciple. I'm quite curious, Elder Wu, could you tell me more about this young brother?"
"There's not much to say. Just know that his name is Ren Pingsheng and he is a disciple of our sect." His tone was filled with caution, unwilling to reveal too much.
"So his name is Ren Pingsheng. Great, I've finally found you..." Zhao Jingshan fixed his gaze on Ren Pingsheng, who had just stepped down from the duel platform, his eyes filled with an indescribable hatred, occasionally flashing a fierce light that seemed ready to devour.
"What’s the matter? Elder Zhao, are you satisfied with this disciple duel exchange? Is there anything else you would like to address?" Elder Wu glanced at him and asked with a smile.
"Very satisfied. These two kids should learn their lesson and understand that there are always greater heights beyond. They can go back and cultivate properly now. I really have to thank Elder Wu for this."
"Not at all; we should also thank Elder Zhao. Many of our disciples have realized the importance of strength through this. It seems we should have more exchanges between our two sects in the future."
"I will mention this proposal to the Vice Master. This time was just a private affair. Otherwise, if our Tiger Howl Sect sends over some elites, it would definitely be a fierce competition; today might have ended differently."
The two were exchanging insincere pleasantries while subtly competing against each other. Not only in terms of strength but also in verbal sparring, neither was willing to concede.
The Inner Sect Disciples below looked up at Ren Pingsheng with awe and admiration, this young man who brought victory to the Azure Wind Sword Sect, this boy whose strength was unfathomable.
At that moment, they etched an indelible mark in their hearts. Many years later, when they recalled it again, they would still feel endless emotion!
With the match concluded, the gathered Inner Sect Disciples began to disperse one by one. For them, this experience had broadened their horizons and taught them valuable lessons. They realized the gap between themselves and top Inner Sect Disciples and understood the importance of strength even more.
Without strength, one could only suffer humiliation or even lose their life. This duel served as a wake-up call for many, making them more aware of the harsh realities they faced.
There are two people who feel this the most: Huang Feng and Huang Qing, the brothers who have been hiding in the corner. Whether they want to admit it or not, they have attracted a much more formidable enemy than they had imagined.
"Big... Brother, this guy really isn't dead. What... what should we do?" Huang Qing's face was somewhat pale, and whether it was due to fear, his speech was a bit stammering.
"It seems that the Assassin must have failed and been killed. But there's nothing to worry about; he definitely doesn't know we sent someone. So as long as we don't provoke him again, there shouldn't be any major issues. Besides, as long as we stay within the sect, even if he is dissatisfied with us, he won't be able to take action."
Huang Feng's face was initially not looking good either, but after some analysis, he began to feel relieved. He just didn't expect that the Assassin would actually fail; an Assassin at the Refining Qi Tenth Layer going to kill an Inner Sect Disciple at the Qi Layer of Refining Qi and still failing left him baffled.
But that wasn't the most important thing; it was Ren Pingsheng's rapid growth that truly frightened him.
Just three or four months ago, Ren Pingsheng was still at the Qi Layer of Refining Qi, yet now he had reached Refining Qi Ninth Layer with such powerful strength. This made Huang Feng feel envious and regretful at the same time, thinking they shouldn't have provoked such a talented individual.
As he looked at his pale-faced younger brother beside him, he felt a sense of disgust for the first time. The root of all this trouble could be traced back to him.
It was precisely because of his talent that their family valued him so much and catered to his every whim, which led to his arrogance and lack of restraint. This had brought trouble upon them, which could potentially become a huge problem for both themselves and their family in the future.
"Ah! Ah! Ah! I want to kill that damned little thief. It was definitely him; he killed Zhuo'er. I will tear him apart!" Zhao Jingshan returned to his room, glaring with rage and gritting his teeth as he roared. He resembled a mad beast ready to devour its prey.
"Hehe... Ren Pingsheng, Ren Pingsheng. I will drink your blood and eat your flesh, grind your bones to dust, so that my hatred can be relieved." His intermittent laughter was as chilling as a night owl's cry. The overwhelming hatred he expressed sent shivers down people's spines and instilled fear.
Without considering how others might think, Ren Pingsheng managed to shake off Chu Xiao's entanglement and returned to his small courtyard. For him, this duel was merely a test against Tiger Howl Sect.
Perhaps the only unexpected thing for him was being recognized. He thought that what happened when he killed a disciple of Tiger Howl Sect in Azure Valley would remain undisclosed, but now someone had identified him.
Indeed, the Brother Zhao whom Ren Pingsheng killed in Azure Valley was Zhao Jingshan's son. He was recognized because of the Seven Star Sword Technique he used during the duel.
That incomplete Advanced Swordsmanship he obtained from Brother Zhao was actually the Zhao Family's ancestral Sword Technique, which made it easy for someone to recognize it at a glance. Alas, one could only say it was a flaw in an otherwise perfect plan!
"Elder, how did you come here?" After practicing for about an hour, Ren Pingsheng heard a loud knock on the door. When he opened it, he was surprised to see Elder Wu standing outside.
"Hehe, I have two things to discuss this time. The first is the reward for the winner of the Duel: Advanced Swordsmanship. Take a look and see if you are satisfied," Elder Wu said with a broad smile as he took out a Sword Technique Manual and handed it over.
"Advanced Swordsmanship, of course, I'm satisfied," Ren Pingsheng replied happily after glancing at it.
For him, Advanced Swordsmanship meant he had only mastered less than two types so far. The Seven Star Sword Technique could only be considered half a manual, and he had only created Five Swords Combined from the High-Level Sword Technique, still quite far from the ultimate Seven Swords United. Now having a complete Advanced Swordsmanship manual to study was undoubtedly a good thing.
"I'm glad you're satisfied. The second matter is that the Vice Master wants to see you. Come with me!"
"Me? Am I the only one being summoned?" Ren Pingsheng asked with some confusion, unable to think of any reason why the Vice Master would want to meet him alone.
"No, there are others as well. As for what it's about, you'll know when you get there. Anyway, it's definitely a great opportunity for you," Elder Wu said mysteriously, showing no intention of explaining further.
"Alright then, please lead the way, Elder." The two walked towards the Council Hall at the highest point of Azure Peak.
At this moment, many people had already gathered in the Council Hall, including disciples and Elders. They were all quietly pondering the reason for their summons. The entire Hall fell silent for a moment, making those Inner Sect Disciples who rarely came here feel quite uneasy.
"Elder Wu, you're here. You must know why the Vice Master has summoned us!" Many Elders asked impatiently upon seeing him enter.
"Hehe, no need to rush. Once the Vice Master arrives, everyone will naturally know; it's certainly not a bad thing," Elder Wu replied, still keeping his lips sealed even with those Elders.
"Oh, so you're keeping us in suspense. I'll wait then, but Elder Wu, if things aren't as you say, I won't let you off easily," one familiar Elder chuckled.
"Of course not; I wouldn't dare deceive so many of you. I'm more afraid that you'll eat me alive!" Upon hearing this, many Elders smiled, and the atmosphere in the Hall became much more relaxed.
Ren Pingsheng, who followed in behind, glanced around at the Inner Sect Disciples in the Hall and recognized a few familiar faces. For instance, Zheng Long ranked sixth among the Inner Sect Disciples, Sun Liyu ranked eighth, and Jiang Xing'an ranked tenth. He didn't have many acquaintances to begin with.
Seeing the situation, Ren Pingsheng found a corner to sit down and began to meditate. This place was absolutely safe, and he was not afraid of being disturbed.
The nearby Inner Sect Disciples looked on in silence. They were all guessing the reason for his presence here, feeling somewhat uneasy. This person, however, boldly started to cultivate. One had to be quite dull to do something like this.
However, considering that this person had such high cultivation and strength in such a short time, they felt somewhat relieved. In their eyes, Ren Pingsheng had become a cultivation fanatic. Since he was a fanatic, it was understandable for him to do unexpected things.
Suddenly, two people appeared in the Hall; they were the Master and Vice Master of the Azure Wind Sword Sect.
"Vice Master, Deputy Vice Master." As soon as the Elders saw the newcomers, they all stood up to pay their respects. The Inner Sect Disciples also stood respectfully, unable to resist sneaking a few glances at the legendary Vice Master.
"Alright, everyone, no need for excessive formalities. Please take your seats. The reason I called you here is that something significant is about to happen, and I want you to prepare in advance," said Zhu Tianchao, the Vice Master of the Azure Wind Sword Sect, as he glanced around the Hall before continuing. "Hehe, I wonder if you all remember the Azure Wind Secret Realm?"
"The Azure Wind Secret Realm? Could it be..." Many Elders below had guesses and were somewhat excited.
"That's right, the Azure Wind Secret Realm is about to open in ten days. I believe that the Tiger Howl Sect and Yunxing Sect should have received news as well."
"In ten days? That's so soon! But there are still many Inner Sect Disciples outside; I wonder if they will make it back in time," some Elders frowned and said.
"Don't worry; I've already sent word to them. Ten days is enough time. Now we need to consider how these Inner Sect Disciples will enter. According to tradition, those ranked in the top hundred among the Inner Sect Disciples will enter, but each of you also has one recommendation slot. I hope you will think carefully about this; after all, you know the risks involved," Zhu Tianchao said calmly. He understood the excitement of those Elders. There were dangers within, but there were also tremendous opportunities.
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