In the blink of an eye, another half month passed.
During this half month,
the entire Yunze County was bustling with activity.
Everyone from large to small families was speculating who was competing with the Yao Family for the Hall Master position.
So speculated it was Primordial Thunder, after all, being one of the biggest nas on the surface of the black market, just one East District was too little.
Of course, so also speculated that it was the mysterious Master Chen.
But even those who guessed it might be him were uncertain who would actually appear on the stage.
The black market formally announced that three days later, on the central stage of the black market, whoever wins would be the West District Hall Master.
At this mont, on the third floor of the Ink Lotus Pavilion.
Pei Yuenan looked conflicted.
She was pondering whether to visit the Chen Mansion to verify her suspicions.
She had been contemplating this matter since she woke up this morning.
However, she eventually dismissed the idea.
First, the last ti she visited the Chen Mansion, the incident made Liu Rushi sowhat displeased.
Although she eventually apologized, she couldn’t guess how Liu Rushi truly felt.
Second, given her identity, she considered the many eyes watching near the Ink Lotus Pavilion and thought it better not to alert them.
"Knock knock knock!"
Just then, a knocking sound pulled her thoughts back.
"Co in!"
As her voice faded, the red-clad maid from last ti entered.
With her head lowered, she respectfully said, "Young Master, there is news from over there, saying Yao Tian has achieved a realm breakthrough to the sixth rank."
"Understood, you may leave!"
Pei Yuenan waved her hand.
"Sixth rank, huh? Unexpectedly, Yao Tian reached the sixth rank. I wonder if he’s up to the task?"
She murmured softly while gazing out the window.
Chen Xuan, on the other hand,
had maintained a very consistent schedule these days. During the dayti, he fed Xiaobai, then practiced the Floating Cloud Body Technique, palm absorption, and in the evenings, he worked for skill points.
...
In the study.
[Na: Chen Xuan]
[Lifespan: 18/160]
[Treasure: Spring Water (Skill Point Bonus 10%)]
[Spouse Bond: Su Yun]
[Realm: Sixth Rank (Refined Aperture)]
[Cultivation Technique: Nine Revolutions Secret Technique (Lower Part) (Not Initiated (0/2000)), Life Nourishing Technique (Mastery)]
[Skills: Sun-Chasing Archery (Not Initiated (0/200)), Floating Cloud Body Technique (Minor Success (0/300))
Beast Mastery (Minor Success (0/450)), Void-Cracking Blade (Minor Success (0/300))
Advanced Archery (Major Success), Advanced Tracking Technique (Major Success),
Chamber Mastery (Major Success), Absorbing Palm (Minor Success (0/500))
]
[Skill Points: 1957]
"Just one more day!"
Chen Xuan was extrely excited at this mont.
Although he had remained in the Chen Mansion these days, he was basically aware of the happenings in Yunze County.
"It’s no surprise that the Yao Family will send Yao Tian."
"Hmph!"
Chen Xuan let out a cold snort.
This was exactly what he wanted.
A Martial Artist who had just achieved a realm breakthrough to the sixth rank wasn’t even worth his attention.
"Three days, let him live for three more days."
At this mont, Chen Xuan narrowed his eyes, his gaze nacing.
...
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Yao Jing was burning with anger, his whole deanor akin to a man possessed, leaving the hall in ruins.
He couldn’t believe Yao Tian actually reached the sixth rank.
Earlier today, Yao Tian had deliberately flaunted in front of him, expressing gratitude to their father, Yao De, for giving him that great dicinal herb, without which he couldn’t have broken through so quickly.
Yao Tian’s smug face still disgusted him to think about.
And their father, he was just too biased!
At this mont, Yao Jing’s angry eyes were practically shooting flas.
He sat in the chair with his head hung low.
anwhile, the maid below was trembling in fear, careful even with her breathing, lest she provoke the furious Yao Jing.
After a long pause,
Yao Jing slowly raised his head, his face dark and terrifying.
Yet his eyes were filled mostly with helplessness.
At this point, even if he wanted to, there was nothing he could do.
"Is there really no chance?"
His head leaned back against the chair, his gaze unfocused.
"It really is unsatisfying!"
....
As the West District Hall Master competition in the black market approached,
the tension in Yunze County increased.
Those who pledged allegiance to the Yao Family hoped that their master would obtain the position, so they could benefit alongside them.
However,
those families with ambiguous ties to the Chen and Pei Families were the most troubled.
Because if the Yao Family won, it would be difficult for them.
If they switched allegiance to the Yao Family, would the Chen and Pei Families cause them trouble?
But if they did nothing, with the Yao Family Patriarch’s temperant, the West District would have nothing to do with them at all.
They were caught painfully between the three great families.
...
Two days until the competition.
In the study of the Chen Mansion.
Chen Xuan suddenly opened his eyes, filled with excitent.
"The Nine Revolutions Secret Technique (Lower Part) is finally at Minor Success."
Today, when he collected skill points, he ca to the study upon waking.
Chen Xuan slowly stood up,
lowered his head to look at himself, then stretched, feeling the changes in his body!
Explosive!
His whole body was filled with power.
Moreover, he could clearly sense the energy filling his apertures.
He clenched his fists tightly.
"Bang bang bang!"
He threw out a series of punches, echoing with explosive sounds in the study.
"So powerful!"
Chen Xuan was incredibly excited, shouting.
He even felt like he could crush his forr self with one punch.
"It should already be at the critical point between the sixth and fifth rank!"
"System!"
The glowing gold panel appeared in front of him.
He gasped in surprise.
Nine Revolutions Secret Technique (Lower Part) (Minor Success (0/4000)).
The next level actually required 4000 points, doubling the current requirent.
This... was basically a death sentence for him.
Even counting now as 55 points a day, it would take over two months without rest.
And that’s just for the Nine Revolutions Secret Technique.
The martial skills section still had so many hungry gold beasts awaiting nourishnt!
Instantly, the joy of a realm breakthrough was halved.
"If only Su Yun could enter a rank soon."
Chen Xuan muttered to himself, his heart full of anticipation.
However, she was truly disappointing, acting like a child, working hard one minute and slacking off the next.
Despite having such high talent, she only had brief enthusiasm.
A few days ago, he asked Liu Rushi about it, only t with a sigh and a helpless shake of the head.
As such, that night, Chen Xuan gave her a stern lecture with a stick.
Moreover, he fiercely reprimanded her.
But unexpectedly, she argued that since he was already so strong, couldn’t he protect her and her sister? Why did she have to cultivate?
The question left him speechless.
But the next mont, Chen Xuan landed a firm slap on her upturned derrière.
The reason being she dared to talk back!
She deserved it!
And he told her firmly without reasoning, that she must train well with Liu Rushi.
For that reason,
the next day, the little girl even went to complain to Su Wanqiu, but to her surprise, she got scolded again.
And was told she must listen to Chen Xuan.
Otherwise, her sister wouldn’t care for her in the future.
So, despite feeling incredibly wronged, from that day forward, she had no choice but to obediently follow Liu Rushi for training.
...
Two days until the competition!
Chen Xuan stood under the gallery in the back garden, looking out into the distance, his expression serious!
Today!
is Yao Tian’s death anniversary for next year!
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