Chapter 286 Match for the Cave (1/2)

Chapter 284 Match for the Cave

In the wake of Lu Hong and his disciples' departure, the atmosphere began to relax. However, Shen Taiyuan's expression was still somewhat ugly, clearly not expecting that Lu Hong would not give any face even after he had lowered himself to ask.

Elder Lu Song walked over from the side and sighed helplessly. ”You know full well that he looks down on us. Why did you still have to ask.”

He shot a glance at Zhou Yuan. The truth was, Lu Song did know why in his heart. Zhou Yuan was likely very important to Shen Taiyuan, and he wanted to create the best cultivation conditions for the former.

A purple Qi cave dwelling was definitely necessary.

Shen Taiyuan's expression darkened with anger as he said, ”He's just a lesser man in a position of power.”

Lu Song shook his head, before he asked, ”Do you have any confidence in the next cave match?”

Shen Taiyuan's expression turned rather depressed.

The cave dwellings of Saint Genesis Peak were originally occupied by him and Lu Song's disciples. However, ever since Lu Hong and his disciples came from Sword Cometh Peak, there was no longer any peace in Saint Genesis Peak.

Lu Hong's faction also needed cave dwellings, so they had to be redistributed once again.

This was how the cave matches had come about.

A cave match was basically a compet.i.tion of martial prowess between the disciples from the three factions. The winner would obtain the cave dwelling.

For the past year, Lu Hong's faction had started many cave matches, and overall won more than they lost. After all, the quality of his disciples were indeed better than those under Shen Taiyuan and Lu Hong.

Even the final purple Genesis cave dwelling was now being eyed by Lu Hong.

Shen Taiyuan naturally also coveted the final purple Genesis cave dwelling, but he knew that there was no longer anyone on his side who could match Lu Hong's disciples.

In accordance to the rules, each disciple could only partic.i.p.ate once in a cave match per year. Currently, the strong disciples under Shen Taiyuan such as Zhou Tai had already used their turns in the most intense matches. Hence, he was left with only gold sash disciples to vie for the next cave match.

Although Lu Hong's purple sash disciples had likewise used up their chance long ago, Shen Taiyuan knew that there were still quite a few exceptionally strong gold sash disciples under Lu Hong, for example Wu Gang.

In comparison, Shen Taiyuan's gold sash disciples were quite lacking.

Therefore, Shen Taiyuan did not have much confidence in the match to be held a month later.

Lu Song was also aware of the situation, and thus said in a low voice, ”Why not wait a while longer. At the beginning of next year, the matches will start over once again.”

Shen Taiyuan's expression fluctuated for a moment. However, he still stubbornly shook his head in the end and declared, ”I will find a way.”

After which, he waved to Lu Song before shooting a glance at Zhou Yuan and the rest as he lifted his legs to leave.

”Junior brother Zhou Yuan, we'll be fellow brother disciples in the future.” Zhou Tai smiled at Zhou Yuan. From the looks of it, the former was a rather straight forward individual.

Zhou Yuan returned the smile and cupped his fists together. ”Greetings senior brother Zhou Tai.”

Zhou Tai said, ”Although teacher Shen seems very unapproachable, he has high hopes for you.”

Zhou Yuan responded with a slight nod. Although he barely had any contact with Shen Taiyuan, the latter's earlier actions clearly fallen into the former's eyes. Shen Taiyuan had obviously clashed with Lu Hong for the sake of obtaining the final purple Genesis cave dwelling for Zhou Yuan to aid his cultivation progress.

This gesture moved Zhou Yuan's heart slightly.