167 Green Is Born of Blue 1 (2/2)
Hm, perhaps there’s something special about that woman in white that I have yet to see? However, blindly focusing on defense and survival is something that is too useless. Even in the Ten Thousand Arts Sect, methods that purely focus on defense have always been unpopular. Perhaps that Fifth Elder really has a way that could make a Jindan fend off the spells of Deity Stage Elders, but to say she would beat the crap out of me, that would be a joke.
Besides, the Nine Regions is vast, who dared to say her defense was foolproof? One day someone would find its flaws, and when the time came, she wouldn’t even find a leeway. So, why bother? Unfortunately, that child Wang Lu, regardless of his spirit root qualification, his perception alone was enough to make even Yuan Chaonian fond of him. However, he had actually embarked on a wrong path.
If he wasn’t already a Successor Disciple, Yuan Chaonian really wished he could poach Wang Lu back to Ten Thousand Arts Sect. Putting aside all the other things, in their Ten Thousand Arts Sect, both the Elders and disciples were relatively lacking in the understanding of human interactions, therefore, they really needed a witty and resourceful character. In light of this, currently, their Sect Leader was very optimistic with Hai Yunfan. However, compared to Wang Lu, Hai Yunfan seemed to fall several points short...
However, the odd thing was, supposedly not long ago Wang Lu had looked for the people of the Mysterious Sky Mansion to bet his entire net worth on himself. Did he really have the confidence to win? People from the Mysterious Sky Mansion were not some nobodies, even the disciple of the Five Unique couldn’t afford the consequences if he played some tricks on his bet, what exactly was he thinking?
Feeling doubtful, Yuan Chaonian took advantage of this opportunity to ask.
Hua Yun replied, ”We don’t understand it either. However, Wang Lu, that kid, will certainly not let himself suffer a loss. He is, after all, the disciple taught by Fifth Elder Sister herself.”
Yuan Chaonian couldn’t help but ask, ”But his cultivation base is just high-level Qi Cultivating Stage, could it be his strength is comparable to Liu Li?”
Hua Yun said, ”In theory, he certainly isn’t. However, after all, he is Wang Lu. For him, little Liu Li is nothing...Ugh, no offense, Fourth Senior Brother.”
Zhou Ming wryly smiled. ”To be honest, I’m also not that confident with Liu Li. Putting aside the other thing first, if Fifth Junior Sister taught Wang Lu that move, Liu Li, that fool, would be finished.”
Hua Yun strangely asked, ”Seriously? Isn’t that move can only be used with half-real half-void primordial spirit? Wouldn’t Wang Lu still be too far away from that? Moreover, Senior Sister said that even she almost couldn’t use that move, much less the other people! However, if it is Wang Lu we’re talking about, perhaps there’s an exception. His temperament is very similar with Senior Sister, so it’s difficult to estimate.”
Hearing this exchange, Yuan Chaonian became even more confused: Half-real half-void primordial spirit? What is that? Is it Big Heart Demon Oath? But, is there any use in taking Big Heart Demon Oath? Although it can be used in exchange for something, it’s only useful if the binding power of the oath is powerful, and even then, the more precious the sacrifice is needed for greater compensation. Moreover, this compensation is mostly permanent, therefore, it’s short-term utility is instead limited. How strong does this oath need to be in order to make up for the difference between the two sides in the next two days? I’m afraid it would affect even the normal action! What’s more, you can’t play words with this Big Heart Demon Oath. The oath must be recognized deep within your heart before you can be compensated. For example, if someone swears he would no longer speak in his lifetime, yet still speaking, and then inwardly explain to himself that ‘I’m not talking but just making a few syllables. As to how these syllables are assembled, that’s the listener’s thing, and it has nothing to do with me...congratulations, the next moment, this person will be plagued by the Demon Heart, head exploding and dying. The Big Heart Demon Oath could never be self-deceived.
Luckily, Yuan Chaonian came from knowledgeable sect like Ten Thousand Arts Sect, which made him able to think about all of these in a flash. If he were just a common cultivator, he absolutely wouldn’t have been able to think about this Big Heart Demon Oath. However, despite all of these, Yuan Chaonian also didn’t expect that there were actually many other uses of this Big Heart Demon Oath.
”Alas, just forget it, what’s the use in thinking so much about it? I just need to wait two more days...and while waiting, I can prepare for the team fight. Although in the single fight we’ve thoroughly lost, there’s still a chance to make a comeback in the team fight.”
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Two days went by in a flash.
During this period, many things have happened. For example, more and more cultivators entered the Spirit Sword Mountain, ready to watch the upcoming finale. At the suggestion of a certain Elder, the Spirit Sword Sect began to charge exorbitant tickets to the spectators and consequently was accused of being shameless. Through behind the scene manipulation from a certain aspiring person, gambling on the final match became even more popular, and the gambling stake became astronomical. Quite logically, Mysterious Sky Mansion staff that manned the gambling table were replaced by their regional leader in the Blue River Region—a cultivator with cultivation base of peak Deity Stage, to ensure that nobody would try to play any trick on the gamble.
In these two days, Liu Li and Wang Lu didn’t show up in public. Each of them hid in their respective peaks. Even the other disciples who were close to them weren’t able to see their faces.
The enthusiastic onlookers were busy talking about the upcoming fight, arguing among each other.
After having witnessed the real showdown at the semifinal, most people were optimistic about Liu Li. Whether it was her cultivation base, method, or even that perfect on-stage fighting intent, Liu Li was like a legend; people couldn’t imagine the possibility of her defeat.
As for Wang Lu, although his two previous fights were amazing, they had also exposed his true strength. Without the help of psychological attacks, he was but a little cultivator of high-level Qi Cultivating. Though he had superior defense and counterattack skill, they were nothing under the brilliance of Liu Li’s Brilliant Sword Heart.
Even Wang Lu’s supporter also believed that without shady tricks but just fighting fair and square, Wang Lu was not her opponent. And in the final, would it be so easy to play any shady trick?
On the other hand, which of his previous two battles people were optimistic about him, yet he managed to turn the table and won? This miracle of Wang Lu had been quietly spread among the onlookers.
Finally, the highly anticipated final had arrived.
On the same Cloud Platform, the same cheering crowd, the one people felt the most optimistic for, Liu Li, was the first to enter the scene. Her gorgeous dress couldn’t hide the girl’s long accumulated sharp sword intent.
On the other side, Wang Lu’s resting spot was still empty. Seeing that the match was about to begin, but Wang Lu had yet to appear, Daoist Master Feng Yin as the one who presided over the final snorted, ”Stop dawdling.”
At the same time, on the Non-Phase Peak, hearing the urge from her Senior Brother, the woman in white helplessly smiled. ”Wang Lu, people are already looking for you.”
”Very well,” Wang Lu lightly replied, ignited the talisman in his hand and immediately disappeared.
A moment later, there was a weary sigh on the Non-Phase Peak.
”Senior Sister, you really have accepted an extraordinary disciple. In less than two days, he really did it.”
The woman in white also revealed a trace of at-a-loss look.
”In...In my hundred years of Immortal Cultivation, this is the first time I saw someone as shameless as me! This kid is indeed the chosen one; his future is truly boundless.”
With that, she showed a wry smile. ”Junior Brother, help me clean the battlefield.”
On the summit of the Non-Phase Peak, the smooth ground has been marked with holes as if it had been wreaked havoc by raging force.
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On the Cloud Platform, the match would start in less than a minute. While many people gradually became impatient in waiting, Wang Lu finally belatedly came.
Because he didn’t have the ability to ride on flying sword, Wang Lu swiftly entered the stage through internal transfer talisman, which immediately attracted many surprised eyes.
Unlike the previous two fights, this time, Wang Lu wore a dark long coat; no one knew what kind of mysteries concealed within it. He had a relaxed smiling complexion as he strode on the Cloud Platform.
On the Cloud Platform, Liu Li had been waiting for quite a while. The young girl was like a sharp sword and her amazing sword intent blew over.
Facing this amazing sword intent, Wang Lu actually regarded it as if it was just a spring breeze. His steps were still as firm and steady until he arrived at his spot where he revealed a smile.
Seeing the two had stood still, Daoist Master Feng Yin’s sinking sound finally confirmed the final match. ”Are you ready?”
Liu Li raised her hand high. ”Yeah!”
Wang Lu nodded. ”Ready at any moment!”
”Then, begin!”
As soon as his voice fell, Wang Lu’s feet immediately moved. Like a wind, the Sword of Mount Kun in his hand swung at Liu Li. Wang Lu had actually made a preemptive strike!
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