Fang Qiwen was already prepared, and he sliced at the golden dragon. His grade-5 spirit core trembled and emitted a powerful fluctuation of spirit force. A protective barrier appeared around his body.
Wang Yong seemed to be worried that his spirit core would be damaged, so he didn’t use it. Instead, he took out a small, bronze mirror. While the rays of sword energy rained down, the surface of the bronze mirror shined.
As for Guo Liangliang and Chen Hailong, because they were startled, they didn’t have a chance to react. They could only watch the two dragons descend upon them.
Even though they had released their spirit cores, even though they had other hidden aces, and despite the fact that their teacher, Zhang Xu, had given them a few power treasures, it was all pointless.
After reaching the Spirit Core Realm, the four golden dragons were naturally much more powerful than before. They were very life-like and filled with spirit force. It was difficult to imagine what nine of these golden dragons would look like.
When two of the golden dragons’ tails smashed into Guo Liangliang and Chen Hailong, the defenses they had put at the last minute were instantly broken.
Even with their Spirit Core Realm physical bodies, they were sent flying. Their clothes and flesh were torn apart and they stopped after rolling on the ground for a bit. Just like Zhou Hongyong, their auras weakened greatly and they were one breath from death.
There were two trails of blood from them rolling on the ground. Their torn flesh made the disciples watching feel goosebumps all over their bodies.
Fortunately, the two of them hadn’t used their spirit cores, or else they would have injured their spirit cores, affecting their future cultivation.
The golden dragons were extremely tyrannical now, and they had instantly defeated the two of them. Like Zhou Hongyong, they were taken away to be treated.
At this moment, the platform was very quiet. Who would have expected Zhao Jiuge to immediately take out three people? The originally certain situation had become elusive.
Even though Fang Qiwen and Wang Yong had been prepared enough to resist against the tyrannical golden dragons, they didn’t have it good either. The spirit force inside their bodies was a mess now.
In particular, Fang Qiwen had a belly of fire. He now understood how Zhou Hongyong felt last time. He had all this power he couldn’t use because he was being suppressed by Zhao Jiuge’s lightning fast attacks.
After falling one step behind, you will always be behind.
When the golden dragon dissipated, Fang Qiwen was ready to get revenge on Zhao Jiuge. Just when he was about to vent his anger, his eyes suddenly twitched.
It seemed like Zhao Jiuge’s attack wasn’t over. After the golden light disappeared, what followed was a sky filled with rays of silver sword energy.
The group attack style of Moon Dance, Star River.
The sky filled with rays of sword energy surrounded Fang Qiwen and Wang Yong. Fang Qiwen had seen this move before, but only when he faced it himself did he understand how terrifying it was.
Zhao Jiuge had already taken the lead in attacking first, and sword energy moved very fast. How could the two of them have time to react?
Wang Yong’s eyes were filled with fear. He didn’t expect it to end like this. The humble-looking Zhao Jiuge was not as mediocre as he looked.
Fang Qiwen felt a hint of bitterness, but he soon calmed down. He knew that they had lost to Zhao Jiuge and had become the stepping stones for Zhao Jiuge’s success.
In this world, there was always someone better than you, and there was never a lack of geniuses. At this moment, he felt like a frog at the bottom of the well. He had always felt proud of his strength, but it turned out to be a joke.
He released all the spirit force inside his body to protect himself and closed his eyes. He decided that after this was over, he would immediately go out to experience the world. Only by broadening his horizons could his strength improve.
The expressions of a few of the higher-ups became ugly. When the golden dragons dissipated and the Star River appeared, they knew that this dark horse had proven himself again.
Elder Long Feng no longer had the aggressive temper he had before. He pursed his lips and started thinking about something.
Du Jun was about to mock Zhang Xu when Guo Liangling and Chen Hailong lost. However, before he could say a word, he saw what happened, and his body stiffened.
Jian Wuxie, Jian Wuxuan, and Xue Qingfeng watched everything with smiles. Their eyes were filled with admiration for Zhao Jiuge.
Only at this moment did a hint of a smile appear on Jian Wuxian’s face.
“This brat’s usage of Moon Dance, Star River is beginning to take shape, but it is still lacking.” Although it sounded like Elder Waning Moon was criticizing Zhao Jiuge, she was secretly very proud.
Elder Dawn Wind wisely ignored what she had said. He avoided this junior sister of his whenever possible so he wouldn’t be the target of her fiery temper.
Elder Pine Tree pouted and cried, “Senior Sister, who doesn’t know how difficult that spell you created really is? It’s pretty good that he could learn this much in such a short period of time. However, you really do spoil that brat to even teach him Moon Dance, Star River.”
Elder Waning Moon didn’t reveal much on the surface, but her mouth, which was hidden behind her shawl, curved up into a big smile.
The Star River suddenly fell down and smashed into the two people below. The rays of sword energy shredded the defenses they had created and also shredded their cloths.
The two of them were in sorry states, and small wounds covered their bodies. However, the two of them were much better off than the other three. Although they had suffered substantial injuries, they were still able to stabilize themselves. But it would be difficult for them to use any spirit force any time soon.
That was why there was no doubt that Zhao Jiuge had won this fight. The result was somewhat unbelievable, but Zhao Jiuge really had won one against five.
The surrounding disciples were all dumbfounded, and their gazes were very complicated. After facing so many twists and turns, they felt a bit numb.
This fellow that had just joined the sect less than a year ago had already reached a point where they had to look up at him. Although Zhao Jiuge had gained the upper hand by acting first, he had faced five people at the Spirit Core Realm. To be able to quickly defeat them was a display of his strength!
After a brief moment of silence, sporadic applause erupted. The applause became louder and louder until almost everyone was applauding. The rest had all been convened. After all, they knew that they would not be able to do what Zhao Jiuge had done.
Even the older disciples smiled brightly. Even during their exchange between the old and the new, Fu Hongling hadn’t shined this brightly. They seemed to be able to see the day when their Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect would rise once more.
After Wang Yong and Fang Qiwen were taken for treatment, the cheers slowly faded. Everyone looked at the stubborn figure with admiration. After all, strength was the only thing that mattered.
Seeing the crowd quiet down, Jian Wuxian walked two steps forward. He first looked at all the disciples and then at his youngest disciple. There was an unexplainable feeling in his heart.
Jian Wuxian had only accepted this youngest disciple for his own purposes and didn’t have too many expectations. However, as things went on, his thoughts slowly changed.
When he first saw Zhao Jiuge a few years ago, Zhao Jiuge was like a piece of rough jade. He had carved the jade to the point that it shined so brightly, it was one of the best jades in the world. How could Jian Wuxian not be happy?
“Is anyone else going to challenge him?”
His tone was very plain, but it was this plain tone that made his voice exude might. At this moment, no one made a sound.
After waiting for a moment, the entire crowd was still silent. The might of Jian Wuxian’s position as Head Teacher was self-evident.
“Since no one objects, then we will go with the previous decision. Zhao Jiuge will be the Chief Head Disciple and the ranking will remain unchanged.”
Jian Wuxian paused for a moment and then looked at Zhao Jiuge. “Jiuge, come up here.”
Hearing this, Zhao Jiuge nodded and secretly let out a sigh of relief. Now that the result had been announced, he could finally relax a bit. Although it looked like he had won easily, there was some luck to it. If anything outside of his plan had happened, then even with two defensive treasures, it would’ve been impossible to survive against their combined attacks.
He suppressed the chaotic spirit force inside his body and walked up the white jade steps until he reached the red fence.
Fu Hongling had unknowingly arrived up there as well. Jian Wuxian’s two disciples stood on his left and right side. They were also the old and new Chief Head Disciples.
“Little Junior Brother, you have to take good care of the symbol of the Chief Head Disciple. You will have you pass it on to the next generation.” Fu Hongling smiled and there was relief in her eyes. She couldn’t help but let out a sigh of relief.
Wu Tianshan’s expression was still strange. He occasionally looked at Fu Hongling and then at Zhao Jiuge like he wanted to see something from their expressions.
After accepting the symbol of the Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect’s Chief Head Disciple, Zhao Jiuge carefully observed it. He played around with the crystal-clear sword in his hand. It was only about two fingers long.
Fu Hongling gently took the sword and pinned it on his chest.
The sun shined down on the Mysterious Heaven Temple, and the light refracted from the red tiles onto Zhao Jiuge. This gave the disciples below an illusion, making it seem as if Zhao Jiuge’s temperament was changing.
“The Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect’s Chief Head Disciple has been decided. Now I’m going to talk about an important matter—it is related to the glory of my Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect.”
Jian Wuxian’s plain words echoed, and after this brief episode, everyone knew the main event was about to start.
“The Seven Holy Lands Exchange will take place next month. According to the old rules, each holy land will send a disciple to go. However, there will be several other disciples who will go as well. In addition to Zhao Jiuge, Fang Qiwen, Jiulian, Wang Yong, and Chen Hailong will go with him.”
The disciples below were filled with passion. The Seven Holy Lands Exchange was an important event. Although it wasn’t as large as the Battle Competition, it was still a place to broaden your horizons. However, there were limited slots, and only the most powerful disciples got to go.
Shortly after, Jian Wuxian spoke once more. “Normally, the group is led by an elder. This time, I’ll take the lead, and Elder Dawn Wind will come as well!”
As soon as he finished, a shockwave spread among everyone here. Not only the disciples, but even the higher-ups were all surprised.
Fang Qiwen was already prepared, and he sliced at the golden dragon. His grade-5 spirit core trembled and emitted a powerful fluctuation of spirit force. A protective barrier appeared around his body.
Wang Yong seemed to be worried that his spirit core would be damaged, so he didn’t use it. Instead, he took out a small, bronze mirror. While the rays of sword energy rained down, the surface of the bronze mirror shined.
As for Guo Liangliang and Chen Hailong, because they were startled, they didn’t have a chance to react. They could only watch the two dragons descend upon them.
Even though they had released their spirit cores, even though they had other hidden aces, and despite the fact that their teacher, Zhang Xu, had given them a few power treasures, it was all pointless.
After reaching the Spirit Core Realm, the four golden dragons were naturally much more powerful than before. They were very life-like and filled with spirit force. It was difficult to imagine what nine of these golden dragons would look like.
When two of the golden dragons’ tails smashed into Guo Liangliang and Chen Hailong, the defenses they had put at the last minute were instantly broken.
Even with their Spirit Core Realm physical bodies, they were sent flying. Their clothes and flesh were torn apart and they stopped after rolling on the ground for a bit. Just like Zhou Hongyong, their auras weakened greatly and they were one breath from death.
There were two trails of blood from them rolling on the ground. Their torn flesh made the disciples watching feel goosebumps all over their bodies.
Fortunately, the two of them hadn’t used their spirit cores, or else they would have injured their spirit cores, affecting their future cultivation.
The golden dragons were extremely tyrannical now, and they had instantly defeated the two of them. Like Zhou Hongyong, they were taken away to be treated.
At this moment, the platform was very quiet. Who would have expected Zhao Jiuge to immediately take out three people? The originally certain situation had become elusive.
Even though Fang Qiwen and Wang Yong had been prepared enough to resist against the tyrannical golden dragons, they didn’t have it good either. The spirit force inside their bodies was a mess now.
In particular, Fang Qiwen had a belly of fire. He now understood how Zhou Hongyong felt last time. He had all this power he couldn’t use because he was being suppressed by Zhao Jiuge’s lightning fast attacks.
After falling one step behind, you will always be behind.
When the golden dragon dissipated, Fang Qiwen was ready to get revenge on Zhao Jiuge. Just when he was about to vent his anger, his eyes suddenly twitched.
It seemed like Zhao Jiuge’s attack wasn’t over. After the golden light disappeared, what followed was a sky filled with rays of silver sword energy.
The group attack style of Moon Dance, Star River.
The sky filled with rays of sword energy surrounded Fang Qiwen and Wang Yong. Fang Qiwen had seen this move before, but only when he faced it himself did he understand how terrifying it was.
Zhao Jiuge had already taken the lead in attacking first, and sword energy moved very fast. How could the two of them have time to react?
Wang Yong’s eyes were filled with fear. He didn’t expect it to end like this. The humble-looking Zhao Jiuge was not as mediocre as he looked.
Fang Qiwen felt a hint of bitterness, but he soon calmed down. He knew that they had lost to Zhao Jiuge and had become the stepping stones for Zhao Jiuge’s success.
In this world, there was always someone better than you, and there was never a lack of geniuses. At this moment, he felt like a frog at the bottom of the well. He had always felt proud of his strength, but it turned out to be a joke.
He released all the spirit force inside his body to protect himself and closed his eyes. He decided that after this was over, he would immediately go out to experience the world. Only by broadening his horizons could his strength improve.
The expressions of a few of the higher-ups became ugly. When the golden dragons dissipated and the Star River appeared, they knew that this dark horse had proven himself again.
Elder Long Feng no longer had the aggressive temper he had before. He pursed his lips and started thinking about something.
Du Jun was about to mock Zhang Xu when Guo Liangling and Chen Hailong lost. However, before he could say a word, he saw what happened, and his body stiffened.
Jian Wuxie, Jian Wuxuan, and Xue Qingfeng watched everything with smiles. Their eyes were filled with admiration for Zhao Jiuge.
Only at this moment did a hint of a smile appear on Jian Wuxian’s face.
“This brat’s usage of Moon Dance, Star River is beginning to take shape, but it is still lacking.” Although it sounded like Elder Waning Moon was criticizing Zhao Jiuge, she was secretly very proud.
Elder Dawn Wind wisely ignored what she had said. He avoided this junior sister of his whenever possible so he wouldn’t be the target of her fiery temper.
Elder Pine Tree pouted and cried, “Senior Sister, who doesn’t know how difficult that spell you created really is? It’s pretty good that he could learn this much in such a short period of time. However, you really do spoil that brat to even teach him Moon Dance, Star River.”
Elder Waning Moon didn’t reveal much on the surface, but her mouth, which was hidden behind her shawl, curved up into a big smile.
The Star River suddenly fell down and smashed into the two people below. The rays of sword energy shredded the defenses they had created and also shredded their cloths.
The two of them were in sorry states, and small wounds covered their bodies. However, the two of them were much better off than the other three. Although they had suffered substantial injuries, they were still able to stabilize themselves. But it would be difficult for them to use any spirit force any time soon.
That was why there was no doubt that Zhao Jiuge had won this fight. The result was somewhat unbelievable, but Zhao Jiuge really had won one against five.
The surrounding disciples were all dumbfounded, and their gazes were very complicated. After facing so many twists and turns, they felt a bit numb.
This fellow that had just joined the sect less than a year ago had already reached a point where they had to look up at him. Although Zhao Jiuge had gained the upper hand by acting first, he had faced five people at the Spirit Core Realm. To be able to quickly defeat them was a display of his strength!
After a brief moment of silence, sporadic applause erupted. The applause became louder and louder until almost everyone was applauding. The rest had all been convened. After all, they knew that they would not be able to do what Zhao Jiuge had done.
Even the older disciples smiled brightly. Even during their exchange between the old and the new, Fu Hongling hadn’t shined this brightly. They seemed to be able to see the day when their Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect would rise once more.
After Wang Yong and Fang Qiwen were taken for treatment, the cheers slowly faded. Everyone looked at the stubborn figure with admiration. After all, strength was the only thing that mattered.
Seeing the crowd quiet down, Jian Wuxian walked two steps forward. He first looked at all the disciples and then at his youngest disciple. There was an unexplainable feeling in his heart.
Jian Wuxian had only accepted this youngest disciple for his own purposes and didn’t have too many expectations. However, as things went on, his thoughts slowly changed.
When he first saw Zhao Jiuge a few years ago, Zhao Jiuge was like a piece of rough jade. He had carved the jade to the point that it shined so brightly, it was one of the best jades in the world. How could Jian Wuxian not be happy?
“Is anyone else going to challenge him?”
His tone was very plain, but it was this plain tone that made his voice exude might. At this moment, no one made a sound.
After waiting for a moment, the entire crowd was still silent. The might of Jian Wuxian’s position as Head Teacher was self-evident.
“Since no one objects, then we will go with the previous decision. Zhao Jiuge will be the Chief Head Disciple and the ranking will remain unchanged.”
Jian Wuxian paused for a moment and then looked at Zhao Jiuge. “Jiuge, come up here.”
Hearing this, Zhao Jiuge nodded and secretly let out a sigh of relief. Now that the result had been announced, he could finally relax a bit. Although it looked like he had won easily, there was some luck to it. If anything outside of his plan had happened, then even with two defensive treasures, it would’ve been impossible to survive against their combined attacks.
He suppressed the chaotic spirit force inside his body and walked up the white jade steps until he reached the red fence.
Fu Hongling had unknowingly arrived up there as well. Jian Wuxian’s two disciples stood on his left and right side. They were also the old and new Chief Head Disciples.
“Little Junior Brother, you have to take good care of the symbol of the Chief Head Disciple. You will have you pass it on to the next generation.” Fu Hongling smiled and there was relief in her eyes. She couldn’t help but let out a sigh of relief.
Wu Tianshan’s expression was still strange. He occasionally looked at Fu Hongling and then at Zhao Jiuge like he wanted to see something from their expressions.
After accepting the symbol of the Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect’s Chief Head Disciple, Zhao Jiuge carefully observed it. He played around with the crystal-clear sword in his hand. It was only about two fingers long.
Fu Hongling gently took the sword and pinned it on his chest.
The sun shined down on the Mysterious Heaven Temple, and the light refracted from the red tiles onto Zhao Jiuge. This gave the disciples below an illusion, making it seem as if Zhao Jiuge’s temperament was changing.
“The Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect’s Chief Head Disciple has been decided. Now I’m going to talk about an important matter—it is related to the glory of my Mysterious Heaven Sword Sect.”
Jian Wuxian’s plain words echoed, and after this brief episode, everyone knew the main event was about to start.
“The Seven Holy Lands Exchange will take place next month. According to the old rules, each holy land will send a disciple to go. However, there will be several other disciples who will go as well. In addition to Zhao Jiuge, Fang Qiwen, Jiulian, Wang Yong, and Chen Hailong will go with him.”
The disciples below were filled with passion. The Seven Holy Lands Exchange was an important event. Although it wasn’t as large as the Battle Competition, it was still a place to broaden your horizons. However, there were limited slots, and only the most powerful disciples got to go.
Shortly after, Jian Wuxian spoke once more. “Normally, the group is led by an elder. This time, I’ll take the lead, and Elder Dawn Wind will come as well!”
As soon as he finished, a shockwave spread among everyone here. Not only the disciples, but even the higher-ups were all surprised.
