《Supreme of Seven Realms》


 C1

    Early in the morning, a warm ray of the morning sun illuminated the earth.


    "Heh ¡­" "Ha!"


    Exuding Cloud City, Ling Family, this was a martial family. Many young disciples were gathered at the plaza for their morning practice, ranging from seventeen to eighteen years old, to five to sixteen years old.


    Behind the group of youngsters, a middle-aged man was watching them with a smile and nodding his head. This meant that this group of youngsters were already extremely outstanding in his eyes.


    The Ling family being able to develop into one of the four great families of Cloud''s City was completely inseparable from being a powerhouse among the younger generation.


    "Ah ¡­"


    Suddenly, a scream resounded throughout the entire Ling family, causing the morning disciples to turn their heads towards an old abandoned courtyard. The scene had an inharmonious atmosphere.


    "It''s him again! I really don''t know when the boss will be here!"


    "He doesn''t have a Martial Vein, yet he wasted a large amount of the family''s resources. I really don''t understand what the Patriarch and Uncle are thinking!"


    "Yes, he is just a son that Eldest Uncle picked up. I say that he should have been expelled from the Ling family a long time ago!"


    As the youths discussed amongst themselves, their faces were filled with dissatisfaction. However, as they spoke, they looked towards the middle-aged man behind them, as if there was a hint of cowardice in their eyes.


    "Big brother Tianyu isn''t someone I picked up ¡­"


    Suddenly, a young girl''s voice rang out in the plaza. She was called Ling Shuiyao, and was ten years old. She was the precious daughter of the Ling Family''s Patriarch, and normally had the best relationship with Ling Tianyu.


    Although she was only ten years old, she was still a beauty. If she were to grow up, it would be clear how devastatingly beautiful she was.


    "Third Uncle, quickly tell me, big brother Tianyu wasn''t picked up!" The little girl''s eyes were jet-black, and she had an irresistible force as she asked the middle-aged man.


    "Ugh ¡­" The middle-aged man pondered for a moment, then shook his head helplessly and said: "Yao''er, the truth cannot be changed. The middle-aged man pondered for a moment, and finally shook his head and said:" Yao''er, the truth cannot be changed.


    The middle-aged man''s name was Ling Yu, the younger brother of the Ling Family''s Patriarch. He had a low position in the family and had no children, so he was assigned the role of supervising morning training. As for Ling Shuiyao''s eldest uncle, he was the elder brother of the Ling Family''s Patriarch, Ling Feiyang.


    It was precisely because of these three people that the Ling Family established their status in Cloud''s Pit and became one of the Four Great Families.


    "So what if I don''t abandon him? Yesterday, the Song Family changed the marriage contract using a piece of paper. This caused the entire Ling Family to be shamed in Chu Yun City! "


    He was around sixteen or seventeen years old, and was the direct descendant of the Great Elder. His name was Ling Hao, and amongst the younger generation, his cultivation was the highest.


    "This ¡­" Ling Yu was speechless, and said: "Tianyu''s marriage is the decision of the entire Ling Family."


    "I know. Of course this is the Ling Family''s decision. However, do you think that you can hide it for the rest of your life for that trash? "Well, the engagement has only been a few days, and the Song Family already knows about it!"


    Ling Hao''s expression was cold and grim. He directly criticized Ling Yu, not putting him in his eyes at all.


    To a large clan, changing their marriage was indeed a matter of shame.


    Not only was the Song Family''s eldest daughter Song Wushuang shockingly beautiful, she was also known as the number one beauty in the Chu Yun City. Her cultivation was not weak, and she could be ranked as one of the top five among the younger generation.


    How could such a girl be willing to marry a good-for-nothing?


    The betrothal earlier was due to the intentional concealment of the Ling family, and there was also a bit of intention to exploit the trash. Otherwise, even if the family head agreed, those elders would not let this matter rest.


    "No need to argue, hurry up and practice. Otherwise, you''ll be served by the rules of the Ling Family!"


    This was the only power that he could use.


    As for the youngsters, when they heard the words'' clan rule '', they immediately shut their mouths and no longer spoke.


    "Ah ¡­" "Father, don''t die, don''t die ¡­"


    In that dilapidated courtyard, a fourteen-year-old boy was sitting on the bed. His hands were covering his head with a hideous expression. It was a look of extreme pain.


    Beside him, Ling Feiyang hurriedly hugged him and said anxiously, "Yu''er, are you having a nightmare? Your father is fine. Your father is safe and sound. Open your eyes and take a look!"


    But no matter what, Ling Tianyu''s eyes were still tightly shut as he immersed himself in that indistinct dream.


    After a long while, he gradually calmed down! He had recovered.


    "Father, I dreamt of that scene again ¡­"


    The pain in Ling Tianyu''s expression faded as he recovered from the horror, but he still felt a bit despondent.


    However, even though everyone knew about this dream, Ling Feiyang did not care about it. He jokingly said, "You brat, I, your father, am still alive here. You are always yelling about not dying. Are you cursing me to die?"


    "En..." "How could that be? It''s not like the person in the dream was you, but I feel like I''ve seen that person somewhere before. Also, I called him ''Father'' in the dream, it''s really strange!"


    Ling Tianyu muttered as he slowly walked down from his bed. His gaze swept across the room and found an envelope on the table with the word "remarry" written on it.


    "Dad, I''m sorry, I''ve shamed you!"


    Ling Tianyu lowered his gaze, walked to the table, and sat down on a chair.


    "Silly kid, what are you talking about? I, the Patriarch, your Third Uncle, and you didn''t agree to this marriage, but it was all because of those old bastards. I don''t know who they are trying to use this to stabilize the Ling Family''s position, but they never thought about such a big thing. How could the Song Family not investigate everything?"


    Ling Feiyang smiled as he waved his hand. He sat down at the table and poured two cups of tea.


    "Father, in fact, you shouldn''t be living in such a shabby place with me. I am a person who cannot cultivate, so naturally I would not dare to ask for anything. However, Father is different, you are the pillar of the Ling Family!"


    "You are my son, you can live wherever your father lives. Who doesn''t know the intentions of those old fellows? If they do anything bad to you, I will definitely tear apart their bones."


    This caused a warm feeling to rise in Ling Tianyu''s heart. He knew that he had been abandoned. If it wasn''t for Ling Feiyang, he would probably have been eaten up by wild beasts.


    As for the person in the dream, he must have had his own difficulties. Perhaps, he had met with a life-and-death crisis and was no longer in this world.


    "Alright, stop thinking about it. Your mother has been dead for so many years. Your father will take good care of you!" Ling Feiyang calmed down, and said once again, "Regarding this matter of changing the marriage, the Patriarch has asked me to come and discuss it with him. I will go out for a while, and you should rest well!"


    After Ling Feiyang left, Ling Tianyu stared at the betrothal agreement as the contents of it appeared in his mind.


    Naturally, he would not be willing to marry a good-for-nothing like Ling Tianyu. However, since the marriage between the two was already set, in order to save face, the Song Family proposed to change the marriage. And the target of the marriage was the Song Family''s second young miss, Song Rushuang.


    It was rumored that the young miss of the Song Family was the number one beauty in Chu Yun City, but the Song Family''s second young miss had the face of a pig, and a fierce personality too. Even ordinary citizens would not be interested in such a person, and the Ling family would definitely not marry such a woman into their family.


    "Song Rushuang ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu grabbed the envelope on the table and muttered to himself.


    He knew that the Song Family was going all out. Song Rushuang was the Song Family''s second lady, but he was just a piece of trash.


    If the Ling family agreed to change the marriage, then he would be in dire straits ¡­


    "Is this really a sure death situation?"


    Ling Tianyu muttered to himself. His hand could not help but touch the jade pendant hanging around his neck. It was carved with the words "Tianyu". Perhaps his name originated from this jade pendant.


    As for the origin of the jade pendant, it was when he was picked up and brought back to the Ling family.


    "Ahh, why is it that I don''t have any Martial Veins, so why can''t I cultivate?"


    He wasn''t willing to accept his fate, but there was nothing he could do about it. On this continent, no matter where he went, martial arts was the most important thing.


    The realms of the martial arts were divided into the Mortal realm, the Earth realm, and the Heaven realm.


    Each great realm was further divided into several small realms. The Mortal Realm was divided into the Body Refinement Realm, the Congealing Realm, the Essence Creation Realm, and the Qi Manipulation Realm.


    As for the division of the Earth Martial Realm, Ling Tianyu did not know either. Even in the large cities outside of Chu Yun City and the surrounding sects, he had never heard of it.


    If the Earth realm was like that, then the Heaven realm martial artists were legends.


    Other than the level of martial artists, there were also the divisions of martial skills. On this continent, everything had different grades and ranks. Often, a good martial skill would bring great achievements to a martial artist.


    Martial skills were also divided into three levels, each level was divided into lower, middle, and upper grade, but not everyone could train in a good technique. For a martial artist, the most important level was the foundation.


    However, the best Martial Skills in the Chu Yun City only had five Medial Grade Human Grade Martial Skills, which were respectively controlled by the four families and the mayor. Only the patriarch and elders had the right to practice them, and as for the disciples, they could only practice Inferior Grade Human Realm Martial Skills and some entry-level techniques.


    Cloudburst City was the territory of the Empire of Feng Yun, and the Empire of Feng Yun was made up of three great Duke Palaces: Medicine King Manor, Sky King Manor, and Nether King Manor!


    The Heavenly King Manor was a place to cultivate armies, and was also where weapons were forged. The Medicine King Manor was a place to refine pills, and it provided security for the country.


    The three Duke Palaces were in a perilous position, and the Cloudburst City was the territory of the Medicine King''s Mansion.


    However, where there were people, there would always be fights. The three Royal mansions were all involved in the war for the Empire on the surface, but they were still secretly plotting and fighting for power.


    Although the imperial family knew about it, they could only turn a blind eye because this was a kind of balance. Once it was broken, the empire would no longer exist.


    "No, I absolutely cannot resign myself to fate."


    A resolute expression appeared on Ling Tianyu''s face. He immediately grabbed the marriage contract and tore it into pieces.


    "Fate is in my own hands, I will definitely become a martial artist, I must let you know, I am not a sacrifice in the exchange of benefits!"


    With a cold expression, Ling Tianyu gritted his teeth and walked out of the room.

 C2

    The mountains were green and the waters were green, but Cloudburst City was still the same as before!


    However, it was still as calm as before, like before a storm. Everyone knew that in ten days, the Song Family would invite the other three families and the City Lord''s Mansion to announce the change of marriage.


    Although all the negative factors were biased towards the Ling family, such humiliation would definitely cause the Ling family to make an unexpected move.


    "The young miss of the Song Family has unparalleled talent and her cultivation has reached the seventh level of the Body Refinement Realm. Rumor has it that she is proficient in drawing and writing. If she were to marry a trash like Ling Tianyu, it would truly be a waste of a flower!"


    In the Yang Mansion, a handsome young master was pacing as he spoke.


    Beside him were two beautiful maids that were serving him. Upon hearing their young master''s words, they couldn''t help but nod their heads.


    "That''s right, I think in this Chu Yun City, only our young master has the qualifications to marry that Song Wushuang. Furthermore, only that Song Wushuang can enter the eyes of our young master!"


    A maid said with a smile. Her eyes, however, were glued to Yang Lei''s body, looking at him flirtatiously.


    This Yang Lei, was the sole heir to the Yang family of the four major families of Chu Yun City. He was at the 8th level of the Body Refinement Realm and loved women.


    "Of course, in the entire Chu Yun City, everyone knows that Song Wushuang is the number one beauty. Unfortunately, the Song Family is slightly better than our Yang family. I can only observe such a beauty from afar, but ¡­"


    Yang Lei was extremely happy when he remembered Song Wushuang''s appearance. He suddenly paused and said: "However, there is still a rare beauty in this Cloud Breaking City!"


    "Who exactly is it? It actually caught the attention of the young master! " Another maid quickly asked.


    "Hehe, she is Ling Family''s Ling Shuiyao."


    "Ling Shuiyao?" The little girl from the Ling family who''s not even ten years old? " The two maids were stunned.


    "Of course, to have such an appearance when she''s not even ten years old. Someday, her beauty will definitely surpass that of Song Wushuang!"


    Yang Lei had a smile on his face. Ever since their fortuitous meeting a few months ago, it had made him remember that lively and cute little girl, so he secretly made up his mind.


    "Gongzi, then what about the Song Family reshuffling this time?"


    "The matter of changing the marriage doesn''t have much to do with us. It''s just that the Ling Family is in a better situation this time. That way, I''ll be able to get Ling Shuiyao into my room as soon as possible ¡­"


    Other than the Yang family, the Li family from another large family also discussed about the change in marriage.


    For the past hundred years, the four families had been competing for hegemony in the Chu Yun City, and if they really could make one of the big families fall, then they would enjoy the city, but if they had to contribute, that was naturally impossible, as the saying goes, it does not concern them, it does not concern them.


    In the mountain behind the Ling family, a youth dressed in snow-white sat cross-legged on a huge rock.


    His focused demeanor was like that of a master from the outside world. His actions were fluid and natural, as if he had trained hard for decades. However, after a long time, the youth helplessly opened his eyes, appearing to be powerless.


    "I am still unable to open the Martial Veins, and cannot feel the spiritual energy in the surroundings at all. Am I truly a useless person for my entire life?"


    The youth muttered to himself. The Body Refinement Realm required one to sense the surrounding spiritual energy and introduce it into the body to change the body. Without a Martial Vein, one would not be able to sense the surrounding spiritual energy.


    Furthermore, he had already heard from Ling Feiyang of the Ling family''s decision to accept the Song Family''s change of marriage.


    If that was the case, when the two families were married, the Song Family would definitely get rid of him and casually claim a reason. That way, the Song Family would have no influence, and the Ling Family would not go to war because of him.


    "Let me be your sacrifice. One is the Ling Family, one is the Song Family. If I can survive, you will regret coming into this world!"


    Ling Tianyu swore silently. Suddenly, a fragrant wind wafted by and a pair of slender, soft, and white hands covered his eyes. Then, a sweet voice entered his ears.


    "Big brother Tianyu, guess who I am?"


    "Yao''er, is there even a need to guess? In the entire Ling Family, only you do not despise me! "


    Ling Tianyu opened Ling Shuiyao''s hands and turned to look at the petite beauty with a smile.


    "How boring! Big brother Tianyu, I wonder how many times you''ve guessed wrongly. You have no sense of humor at all!" The little girl pouted her little mouth and got angry on purpose.


    "That''s right, big brother Tianyu, happy birthday ¡­"


    "Birthday?"


    Ling Tianyu came to a sudden understanding. Indeed, today was his fourteenth birthday. Not only was the name Tianyu engraved on the jade ornament, it was also the name of his birth.


    "Fourteen years? Perhaps, this will be my last birthday! " Ling Tianyu thought to himself.


    "Big brother Tianyu, be happy. The Ling Family''s strength is about the same as the Song Family''s. Eldest uncle and father will stand on your side, so don''t think too much!"


    She was innocent, and did not know that the Venerable Class always valued benefits more. In all honesty, the only person who stood on his side was probably his father, Ling Feiyang.


    "Big brother Tianyu, let''s go. I''ll give you a good celebration today!"


    In Ling Tianyu''s residence, other than Ling Shuiyao, the only person to celebrate his birthday was Ling Feiyang.


    Even though there were only three of them, Ling Tianyu was still very satisfied. The day quietly passed just like that.


    It was night. Ling Shuiyao had left, and Ling Feiyang was the only one left behind.


    "Dad, you should get some rest as well. You''ve been tired all day."


    "Tianyu, the Ling Family''s decision ¡­"


    "I got it, I won''t blame dad, I''ll go back to my room first!"


    After which, Ling Tianyu left behind a lonely figure and slowly walked into his room.


    "Sigh, for the benefits of a Venerable family, do I have to sacrifice some innocent people? If anyone dares to harm my son, I will definitely make sure they don''t leave a single dog or chicken alive. "


    Looking at Ling Tianyu, Ling Feiyang sighed deeply.


    Of course, Ling Tianyu wouldn''t hate his own father. However, his father wasn''t someone who could make decisions in the family.


    In the dead of night, Ling Tianyu lay awake in his bed. He recalled everything that had happened in the past fourteen years, and this scene was perhaps his last memory.


    "Dad, who exactly are you?"


    The dream that had been bothering him all this time finally came to him. He understood that the father in his dream was extremely powerful, almost omnipotent, but even so, he was still facing a hopeless situation.


    And he was just a piece of trash who might never have the chance to know the sequence of events in his life.


    The only thing was the jade pendant on his chest.


    "Jade pendant, ah, jade pendant, if you have a spirit, can you tell me about my life before I die?"


    Ling Tianyu held the jade pendant in his hands and muttered to himself. This was his only wish. However, after a long time, the jade pendant didn''t have any reaction.


    Quietly, Ling Tianyu was tired and lay down heavily.


    Not long after he laid down, the jade pendant emitted a gentle white light, enveloping Ling Tianyu''s entire body. This phenomenon lasted for a full two hours before dispersing.


    That night, Ling Tianyu slept soundly. He even dreamt that he had awakened his Martial Veins and found out the level of it.


    The Martial Veins were separated into three different levels. Mortal level, the most common, was it everywhere. However, Mortal level, the Martial Veins, were also separated into one, two, three different levels.


    The next level was Earth Level Martial Veins. It was extremely rare, and it was also rank one, two, three. After that was Heaven Level Martial Veins. They were extremely rare, and they were also divided into three levels.


    Overall, the Martial Veins were divided into rank 1 to rank 9. The rank 1 was the lowest, and rank 9 was the highest.


    Yet, Ling Tianyu dreamt that his own martial arts meridian had actually reached the ninth grade. This made him overjoyed.

 C3

    In the morning, the gentle sunlight shone through the window onto Ling Tianyu''s bed.


    "Ugh ¡­"


    Feeling the piercing glare of the sun, Ling Tianyu spoke softly and used his hands to cover his eyes.


    However, his eyes were glued to his body, preventing him from opening them. Perhaps he had slept too late, and his body was exhausted.


    However, he still remembered his dream last night. Rank nine Martial Veins, the peak of the Mortal Realm.


    "Aiya ¡­"


    Thinking of this, Ling Tianyu suddenly stood up. Even though it was just a dream, becoming a martial artist had always been his wish. That was why he started to communicate with the spiritual energy around his body.


    What surprised him was that this time, there was actually a change. It broke the record of the past failures again and again.


    This time, they could actually feel the surrounding spiritual energy, and even slowly absorb it into their bodies.


    "The Martial Veins have truly awakened? This isn''t a dream?"


    Amidst his pleasant surprise, Ling Tianyu suddenly opened his eyes and stood blankly on the bed.


    "Why did it suddenly awaken?" What happened last night? "Could it be that that was not a dream?"


    A string of questions flashed through his mind, but he couldn''t find an answer.


    "Don''t worry about that for now, I''ll tell dad first!"


    Ling Tianyu hurriedly got down from the bed and tidied himself up before heading out.


    The only thing that could make his father excited was that he could become a fighter.


    However, just as he stepped out of the door, he suddenly stopped.


    "This won''t do. If I tell Father about the awakening of the Martial Veins, then the entire Ling family will know and at that time, they will definitely let me check the grade of the Martial Veins. With the standard of the Ling family, it is simply impossible to find a rank nine Martial Vein." This won''t do, but if I tell Father about the awakening of the Martial Veins, then the entire Ling family will know.


    Ling Tianyu withdrew his footsteps and returned to his room before sitting down to think.


    Right now, there were still seven days until the wedding. If it really was a Heaven Level Martial Veins, as long as they could find a good technique or martial skill, then they might be able to do it.


    He did have a cultivation technique. As Ling Feiyang''s son, Ling Tianyu had long since passed on the low-grade Mortal Realm art to all the other disciples of the Ling family.


    However, Purple Amethyst Art was only to assist and increase one''s cultivation, but to be able to protect oneself and kill people, one must master martial skills and moves.


    As Ling Tianyu did not have a Martial Vein, Ling Feiyang did not teach any more Martial Techniques after imparting them to the Purple Clouds Sect.


    "If I rashly ask father for a martial skill right now, I will inevitably be suspicious. However, I am unable to enter the Martial Skill Pavilion of the family. What should I do?"


    Ling Tianyu''s face was grave. He let go of his thoughts and began to circulate the Purple Amethyst Qi in his room to start cultivating.


    Two hours had passed, yet Ling Tianyu did not find anything amiss. He absorbed Spiritual Qi faster than others, and his body refinement speed was also different from others. Moreover, it was also natural for him to have a thorough understanding of the Purple Clouds.


    "I didn''t expect the Heaven Grade Martial Vein to be so powerful. In just two hours, I broke through to the first level of the Body Refinement Realm."


    After being secretly excited for a while, Ling Tianyu continued to cultivate. In just one night, his cultivation had increased to the fifth level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    If such a huge improvement were to be spread out, the entire Chu Yun City would be in an uproar.


    The matter of a martial arts meridian and cultivation made Ling Tianyu feel at ease, but the matter of a martial skill made him ponder deeply.


    At this moment, a sweet voice came from outside.


    "Big brother Tianyu, what happened to you yesterday? I haven''t seen you for a whole day."


    The voice came from afar and a cute and petite beauty appeared in front of Ling Tianyu.


    "So it''s Yao''er. I was too tired yesterday, so I slept for a day!"


    "What? Big brother Tianyu really sleeps like a pig! Let''s go to the back of the mountain!"


    "To the back of the mountain? "You don''t want to cultivate anymore?" Ling Tianyu looked at the beauty in front of him. Wasn''t this the time when the clan''s disciples would demonstrate their abilities?


    "Hee!" "Who am I? If I want to leave, I won''t dare to say anything. Third Uncle can understand this as well." The little girl stuck out her tongue and quickly grabbed onto Ling Tianyu''s hand, saying, "Big brother Tianyu, let''s go."


    Grabbing onto Ling Tianyu''s arm, the two of them headed to the back of the mountain.


    Arriving at the back of the mountain, Ling Tianyu was still unable to make sense of the matter.


    "Big brother Tianyu, seven days from now will be the wedding ceremony between the Song and Ling Families. When that happens, all of the families and the Mayor''s mansion will be participating."


    Ling Shuiyao was very serious, her face carrying a hint of sadness.


    "Mm ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu replied casually. Almost everyone knew of this matter.


    "Big Brother Tianyu, the elders are actually using you. I heard from my father that after this marriage change, you will be sent to the Song Family. At that time, you might be in danger."


    "Your father told you?"


    When Ling Tianyu heard this, he immediately looked towards Ling Shuiyao. That sharp gaze of hers was like two sharp swords, causing the little girl to unconsciously take two steps back.


    "No ¡­" No, I heard it from outside. However, my father was worried about your safety and had an argument with the elders. " The little girl said.


    "So that''s how it is." Ling Tianyu''s heart calmed down. In his memories, he had only seen those elders a few times. Although they were all members of the Ling family, they only had benefits in their eyes and no gratitude.


    The Great Elder''s name was Ling Zhan, and he had a very cold and indifferent expression, as if everyone owed him money.


    The Second Elder''s name was Soaring Cloud. Although he looked kind and amiable, the way he said it was with the family''s interests in mind, making people uncomfortable.


    As for the others, Ling Tianyu didn''t know their names, so there was no need for him to memorize them.


    Fortunately, the three Ling brothers had some favors towards him.


    "You brought me to the back of the mountain to tell me about this?" Ling Tianyu asked.


    "No, I don''t want Big Brother Tianyu to be in any danger at all, so I want you to leave the Ling Family."


    The little girl''s black eyes became watery. She slowly took out a cloth bag from her bosom and reluctantly said, "Although I can''t bear to part with big brother Tianyu, there''s only one path I can take right now."


    While she was speaking, Ling Shuiyao had already stuffed the cloth bag into Ling Tianyu''s arms, and continued, "This is the Ling family''s mid-grade human-step martial skill, the Void Spirit Sword Intent. Although it is only a medium-grade human-step sword intent, it actually has the might of a high-grade martial skill, just a few missing moves."


    "The Ling Family''s top martial skill, Yao''er you ¡­"


    "I know that Big Brother Tianyu will definitely awaken his Martial Veins. At that time, if you possess this Void Spirit Sword Intent, you will definitely surpass everyone else!"


    The little girl faintly smiled, showing a row of neat rows of teeth.


    However, his actions caused Ling Tianyu to be stunned. A ten-year-old girl actually stole the Ling Family''s clan foundation treasure for him. If he were to be discovered, the consequences would be unimaginable.


    So what if she was the daughter of the clan leader? When word of this got out, those old bastards would still not give up.


    "Silly girl, you''ve gone mad. Although I really need martial skills, there''s no need to bring me away. Wait a moment!"


    Even though Ling Tianyu knew that peeping at the clan''s top battle techniques would be punished by the clan rules, his current demand for battle techniques was no different from a fish returning to the sea. This was because there wasn''t much time left for him.


    Quickly opening the cloth bundle, Ling Tianyu took out a letter from inside. In just a few minutes, he had read through the entire book.


    Then he rolled it up, wrapped it in a cloth, and gave it to Ling Shuiyao.


    "Alright, hurry up and take it back so that your father won''t find out." Ling Tianyu said.


    "Take it back? "Big brother Tianyu, you ¡­"


    "I have already remembered. Also, I will not leave the Ling family. When the time comes, I will let them know that I, Ling Tianyu, am not a trash."


    Ling Tianyu''s words caused Ling Shuiyao to stand there dumbfounded. Finished reading it? It had only been a few minutes, and judging from his tone, could it be that big brother Tianyu has already awakened his Martial Veins? Otherwise, why would it be finished so quickly?


    Thinking up to here, Ling Shuiyao''s dumbfounded expression immediately disappeared, followed by a face full of joy.


    She excitedly shouted, "Big brother Tianyu, you ¡­"


    "Shh!" "Yao`er, this is a secret between us, we can''t reveal it to anyone, not even you and my father. Also, no matter what happens seven days from now, don''t worry about me during the wedding ceremony."


    Ling Tianyu hurriedly stopped the little girl from talking. It was enough that they knew each other.


    "Mm ¡­" The girl understood. She finally put down the thing that was hanging in the air!

 C4

    Time was still the same.


    Ever since Ling Tianyu came back, he had focused on studying the sword intent of the Void Spirits and had never stepped out of the door.


    As the wedding ceremony neared, the entire Ling family felt extremely stifled. After all, this was the family''s greatest disgrace and humiliation.


    The training field was no longer as smooth as it had been a few days ago. Many people were not in the mood to cultivate. Some people even started discussing what would happen during the wedding change ceremony.


    "Actually, there is no need for us to suppress our emotions. Although that trash is called Ling Tianyu, he is still not a member of our Ling Family."


    "Even though he does not possess the Ling Family''s bloodline, his surname is still Ling. People in the outside world will only refer to the Ling Family and will not attribute it to Ling Tianyu''s identity."


    "If Brother Hao had married Song Wushuang, perhaps this matter would have been accomplished. Now, sigh ¡­"


    Many of the young disciples exchanged words, causing Ling Hao''s face to turn purple, just like a pig''s liver.


    He was the Ling family''s number one genius, but this matter did not concern him.


    "Enough, perhaps you all don''t know that the Song Clan had long intended to send Wushuang to the Medicine King Manor for the consort selection. What our Ling Family did was nothing more than a joke to the Song Clan."


    Ling Hao shouted. Everyone''s discussions stopped because of his words.


    Song Wushuang wanted to be the concubine of the crown prince''s son? The Medicine King Manor was one of the three great Duke Palaces within the Empire of Feng Yun, and this Chu Yun City was the territory of the Medicine King Manor.


    Here, the Medicine King Manor was the leader. Any one of their guards would be enough to kill the four major clans of the Cloud City countless times over.


    Since Ling Hao knew about this, how could the patriarchs and elders not know?


    Everyone was secretly speculating, and now they finally understood that the Ling Family had done this just to climb up the Song Family and the large tree known as the Medicine King Mansion.


    Furthermore, the Ling family also knew that no matter who they pushed out, they would become the victims of the family''s interests. Thus, after weighing the pros and cons, they decided to push out Ling Tianyu.


    "So that''s what happened?"


    Ling Shuiyao frowned. He had to tell Ling Tianyu this news, or else, if he offended the Medicine King Manor, then the Ling Family would no longer exist.


    Of course, Ling Tianyu was not aware of all of this.


    Soul Void Sword Intent was indeed a pretty good martial skill. In addition to the three complete sword moves and two incomplete sword moves, there was also a set of footwork called Phantom Shadow.


    If he could learn it, he would be able to move like lightning and leave a shadow behind.


    As for the three complete sword moves, Ling Tianyu quickly understood them all.


    The first stance: Sword Attraction: One.


    This move was not difficult to understand with Ling Tianyu''s intelligence. There were many sword moves, but they all ended up as one sword.


    This strike cared about vision and accuracy. It had to hit its target with a single strike to achieve speed, accuracy, and ruthlessness. It was also the most basic move.


    Ling Tianyu had taken two days to master this move, and it could be said that his accomplishments were extraordinary. Even Ling Hao''s move was only on the losing end.


    The second stance: Unhindered Sword Qi.


    This move required an extremely high level of understanding towards the sword technique, and it also required one to reach the Congealing Realm. The qi was the qi of astral energy, capable of harming people from afar.


    In the Ling family, there were probably only a few people who could use this move.


    The third movement: Rippling Wind and Thunder.


    This sword art could still be used at the Congealing Realm, but when paired with Supreme Qi, it could cause the sound of thunder to ring out with extraordinary might.


    As for the two incomplete moves, the first was called ''One with the sword''. It was called ''One with the sword'', and it focused on following one''s heart. A person was a sword, while the sword was a person.


    The fifth stance was called Swordless Sword, and this stance had no beginning or end, and was simply impossible to comprehend.


    Compared to Ling Tianyu, having the first move was already pretty good. As long as he was proficient in sword techniques, coupled with his innate talent, there was basically no one in the younger generation of Cloud Sky City who could match him.


    Even so, his cultivation couldn''t be left behind.


    Currently, there were still five days before the wedding and Ling Tianyu''s cultivation was only at the fifth level of the Body Refinement Realm. No matter what, he had to cultivate even faster during these five days and quickly raise his cultivation to the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    At the back of the mountain, this had already become Ling Tianyu''s stronghold. In the past few days, Ling Feiyang was also wondering why his son was staying at the back mountain all day.


    Although he was a little curious, he had a lot of things to do these past few days. He didn''t have the time to check up on his son''s movements, but Ling Shuiyao would often appear at the back of the mountain.


    "Yao''er, you said that this matter involves the Medicine King Manor?"


    Ling Tianyu frowned deeply as he held a Fine Steel Sword in his hand. Quite a few blunt edges were left on the sword; it was obvious that he had just finished practicing his sword moves.


    "Hmm, actually, the family already knew that the Song Family prepared to offer Song Wushuang up to the Medicine King Manor''s heir, and our Ling Family actually went as far as to put up a cold front for the sake of benefits, I look down on father!" They also look down on the Song Family for selling women for glory! "


    The little girl pouted, feeling very dissatisfied.


    "Heh, aristocratic families are just like that. As long as there''s a chance to climb up, they wouldn''t care about sacrificing one or two of their people. Besides, I''m an outsider."


    Ling Tianyu gave a self-deprecating laugh. Back then, he didn''t have any Martial Veins, so there was nothing he could do about it. However, the current him was a Grade 9 Martial Veins, and could possibly reach the peak of the Innate realm in the future. So what if he had connections with the Medicine King Manor?


    Even though the three Duke Palaces of the Empire of Feng Yun had high statuses, they still fought endlessly. Even if this was the Medicine King Manor, he did not believe that they had no spies from the other two palaces. If things got out of hand, the Medicine King Manor would not benefit.


    "Big brother Tianyu is not an outsider. In my heart, big brother Tianyu is a member of the Ling Family. I won''t allow you to be in any danger."


    The little girl was resolute and decisive. Her words pulled Ling Tianyu back to reality while he was deep in thought.


    He gently caressed the little girl''s forehead and gently said, "Yao''er, don''t worry. Since I already know that this matter is related to the Medicine King Manor, I will definitely take care of it."


    "Really?" The little girl was skeptical.


    "It''s true!" Ling Tianyu said, "Looks like you still can''t believe the strength of your brother Tianyu. Come, let''s spar!"


    "Hmph, who''s afraid of who!"


    At the back of the mountain, two figures flashed as sword light interweaved with each other.


    After a long while, the little girl was so tired that she fell down on the ground, gasping for breath.


    "Not fun, big brother Tianyu is already so strong, I can''t hit you at all."


    "Hehe, so you don''t have to worry about me. Oh right, what do you think about why the sword came out? Let me teach you! "


    In the blink of an eye, five days had passed and Ling Tianyu''s cultivation had risen to the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm, on par with Ling Hao.


    And his first move of the Void Spirit Sword Intent was also at the peak of perfection, probably not even stronger than his own move of the Patriarch Ling Zhengnan.


    On this day, there was a storm in Chu, and countless influential families and people headed for the Song Family.


    This was because this day was the wedding ceremony that the Song Family had arranged for the Ling Family. There were many people who had fawned over the Song Family, and many who had wanted to see the Ling Family become a joke.


    On this day, the Ling Family began to march towards the Song Family.

 C5

    The Song Family was on the western side of Cloud''s Pond City, which was a large area of the Song Family''s territory.


    The Song Manor was about a thousand meters in radius, and it was huge.


    Today, this place was packed like a market. People came and went in an endless stream, and if one looked carefully, they would see that there were squadrons of City Lord''s Mansion soldiers maintaining order here.


    It could be seen that the mayor, Ouyang Xiu, had already arrived at the Song Family and was treated as an important guest. Moreover, if the Song Family could make it to the Medicine King''s manor, a small mayor like him would have done a great service.


    "Aiya, Patriarch Ling, your Ling family has finally arrived. The Yang family, the Li family, and the Mayor have all been waiting inside for a long time!"


    When the Ling Family members arrived at the Song Family''s doorstep, an old man who looked like a butler greeted them with a smile. However, his smile contained a trace of despise.


    Inadvertently, the old man even cast a disdainful glance at Ling Tianyu.


    This time, the Ling Family was led by Ling Zhengnan. The Ling Family''s eldest brother and third brother were all present, as well as the two elders, Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao, and the Ling Family''s number one youth, Ling Hao.


    "Thank you, Butler Mo!"


    Ling Zhengnan''s face was full of righteousness as he cupped his fists in reply. Afterwards, he led the group towards the Song Family''s main entrance.


    Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao were slightly surprised by Ling Zhengnan''s attitude. They hurriedly cupped their hands towards Chief Steward Mo and said, "Sorry, I was delayed on my way!"


    The two of them bowing and groveling was something that Ling Tianyu saw as important. He knew that his business was completely initiated by these two old fellows who only had benefits in their eyes.


    "Humph, Song Family, I want to see what kind of cave it is!"


    Ling Tianyu harrumphed coldly in his heart and followed behind Ling Feiyang.


    Right now, he was a true martial practitioner at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm who had grasped the Ling Family''s sword intent. This achievement was not one bit inferior to anyone of the same generation in Chu Yuncheng.


    It was just that, amongst the younger generation of the Ling family, the practice of the Void Illusionary Sword Intent was not allowed. Currently, he only knew this martial skill. If he displayed it at that time, it would definitely be recognized by the Ling family.


    After contemplating for a moment, Ling Tianyu came up with a plan.


    Entering the door, the inside was solemn and very grand.


    The reception hall was especially grand as it was already filled with people sitting on both sides.


    "Haha, Brother Zhengnan, you finally came. I thought you wouldn''t come this time."


    Just as he entered, a hearty laugh could be heard. The person who had spoken was sitting at the head seat. His skin was dark, but it was not dignified.


    He just stood up and did not come down to greet them.


    From what Ling Tianyu knew, this person should be the Song Clan''s patriarch, Song Guang.


    "Brother Zhengnan ¡­"


    Two middle-aged men stood up to greet him. One of them wore a grey robe and was called Li You, the Li family''s patriarch, one of the four great families.


    The other one was dressed in extravagant clothing, and was the Yang Family''s Patriarch, Yang Mi. Behind them were naturally some of the talented young disciples and elders of the family.


    As for the others, most of them were small and well-known families.


    And on that throne, besides Song Guang, there was also a mighty middle-aged man. He was the City Lord of Chu Yun City, Ouyang Xiu.


    This time, Song Wushuang had entered the Medicine King Manor as his concubine. Without his recommendation, it would have been impossible for him to accomplish anything.


    However, this person was not a greedy person, he still had some sense of justice.


    "Everyone, I''ve waited for a long time!"


    Ling Zhengnan cupped his hands towards everyone. Finally, he faced Ouyang Xiu and respectfully said, "City Lord Ouyang, please forgive me for being delayed by some matters on the way!"


    Ouyang Xiu''s expression didn''t change. He only nodded his head and said, "Patriarch Ling, please sit. Today is just a change of marriage, it''s not a big deal. Besides, the Song and Ling Families are going to be close, so you don''t have to worry about being late!"


    As the lord of a city, Ouyang Xiu still liked these four families'' structure. As long as he could keep the peace in Chu, it was all thanks to his good governance.


    "Many thanks City Lord!"


    As the Ling Family members sat down, everyone''s gazes immediately gathered on Ling Tianyu as many discussions broke out.


    "Is this the trash that I picked up? He looks like a human or a dog, but he''s just a piece of trash! "


    "To think that such a person would want to marry Miss Wushuang. This Ling Family is really like a toad that wants to eat a swan!"


    "In my opinion, he isn''t even worthy of Miss Ru Shuang. Why would the Song Family make such a decision?"


    "Indeed. I could kill a piece of trash like him with a slap of my palm, but he still dares to come to the Song Clan!"


    Even though his voice wasn''t loud, it clearly reached everyone''s ears. Ling Hao''s expression turned ugly as he glanced at Ling Tianyu, wishing that he could disappear immediately.


    On the other hand, Ling Tianyu did not care at all. The current him, not to mention Song Rushuang, even Song Wushuang was not his match.


    "Everyone, quiet down. This marriage is the decision of the Song Family and the Ling Family. No one is allowed to criticize it!"


    Ouyang Xiu swept his sharp eyes over the crowd and released a majestic aura, causing the entire hall to quiet down.


    "Hehe, everyone, the Ling Family is sincere about my marriage with the Song Family, how can we reject their good intentions? Furthermore, the four families of Chu Yun are all at one with each other, so it would be better for them to get intimate with each other! "


    "However, thanks to the City Lord''s recommendation, my daughter Wushuang has been given the chance to enter the Medicine King Manor. That''s why she changed the Ling Family''s Tianyu young master''s marriage to Shuang''er. Patriarch Ling, please do not take it to heart!"


    It would be strange if he did not think much of it. Even though Ling Zhengnan knew that it was impossible to marry Wushuang into his clan, and he knew that it was the Song Clan''s intention, he still felt extremely displeased when things happened.


    "Clan Head Song is too courteous. It is his fortune that Tianyu was able to marry Miss Rushuang!"


    Without waiting for Ling Zhengnan to speak, Ling Zhan answered first.


    This action caused Song Guang to secretly nod his head, as a complacent expression appeared on his face.


    "Hmph ¡­" No disrespect, no distinction between high and low! "


    Ling Feiyang snorted coldly and shot a sidelong glance at Ling Zhan and the others.


    Ling Zhengnan didn''t say anything. At this point, he no longer had the chance to talk.


    However, Ling Feiyang''s words did not seem to attract anyone''s attention. Song Guang also did not seem to hear him as he hurriedly said: "Everyone, the reason why we are gathered at the Song Family today is to invite everyone to be witnesses. Wushuang wants to enter the Medicine King Manor, so we cannot betroth her to Young Master Tianyu. After a discussion between the two families, we can only marry my second daughter, Ru Shuang, to Young Master Tianyu."


    Song Guang''s words were dignified, but the others felt comfortable listening to it. After all, the Song Clan was an existence that wanted to marry the Medicine King Manor, so they naturally fawned over it.


    "Patriarch Song is benevolent and righteous. We all support your decision. I believe that the Ling Family is willing to accept this as well!"


    A Patriarch of an aristocratic family quickly said. His flattering and flattering face was extremely vivid.


    "That''s right, we all support the Song Family''s decision. No matter who marries who, the Song Family and Ling Family are related by blood."


    When everyone spoke up to support the Song Family, the Ling Family did not have the slightest leeway to speak up.


    As Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao watched on, they unconsciously stroked their beards and nodded with a smile. In their hearts, if they were able to get along with the Song Family, the Ling Family would definitely be able to rise to greatness.

 C6

    The hall of the Song Family was bustling with noise, almost all of them congratulating the Song Family.


    On one side, Ling Zhengnan tightly clenched his fists, as if he was suffering in a volcano. Only Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao felt relaxed and comfortable.


    "Everyone, please be quiet for a moment. We would like to invite brother Zhengnan to say a few words."


    Song Guang''s face was full of smiles. Now that the situation was settled, he did not forget to embarrass the Ling Family.


    Everyone knew that the Ling family now had no other choice. No matter how great the humiliation was, they could only grit their teeth and swallow it down.


    "Song Guang, what do you mean by this?" Ling Feiyang said angrily.


    Ling Zhengnan waved his hand and said, "My Ling family has nothing to say about the Song Family''s decision today. However, Brother Song Guang, you are really good at scheming. You used the son of the Medicine King to threaten our family to change the marriage.


    When these words were spoken, everyone looked towards the Ling Family with pity. The Medicine King''s manor''s background was too resounding. Even if the Song Family was borrowing the momentum, no one would dare to criticize the Song Family.


    Song Guang''s intention was to suppress the Ling Family. According to his calculations, the Song Family would definitely be the number one family in Chu Yun City, and the Ling Family would be nothing more than a clown climbing the dragon and phoenix.


    In the future, the Song Family would be the only one with power in Chu Yuncheng!


    "Haha, Brother Zhengnan, you''re overthinking it. We''re relatives from now on, how can we possibly scheme against each other? Everyone, let''s say it!"


    Song Guang laughed heartily as he picked up a cup of wine from the table and looked towards Ling Zhengnan. His oily face was filled with an expression of treachery.


    "Come, relatives, let''s toast!"


    "Humph!"


    Even though Ling Zhengnan was angry, he could only swallow this toast under the merciless comments of the people around him.


    Seeing this scene, Song Guang immediately said: "Alright, since Brother Zhengnan has also accepted, then let the City Lord preside over the ceremony and allow Wushuang and Rushuang to come out."


    "Ah, Miss Wushuang will come out today?"


    "Miss Wushuang is the number one beauty in Chu Yun City. It looks like I can truly enjoy my eyes today!"


    "Heh heh, this trip was not in vain."


    After Song Guang spoke, everyone''s eyes lit up. Only a portion of the children from large families acted like gentlemen. However, their eyes were all looking towards a certain direction.


    "Cough, cough ¡­" Please Song Wushuang, Song Rushuang! "


    Ouyang Xiu cleared his throat and shouted. The two coughs were to remind the pig-like people to hide their disgusting expressions.


    Dong dong ¡­


    The hall was eerily quiet. Everyone''s eyes seemed to be on the door, waiting for the appearance of the number one beauty.


    Suddenly, the peach blossoms were like rain, and a fragrant wind wafted through the air.


    At the door, two females appeared. One was in a light pink dress and had a tall and thin figure. Her clear and bright face was extremely beautiful.


    Her fair skin was like white jade, and her body was light and graceful as she walked over.


    "Hua ¡­"


    Her appearance caused a commotion in the hall, and the sounds of people swallowing their saliva could be heard.


    She was known as the number one beauty of the Cloud City, Song Wushuang. Her looks were indeed extraordinary and she could be said to be number one.


    However, the other girl beside her had a fat figure and looked like a reincarnated pig.


    It was unknown whether the purpose of both of them appearing at the same time was because the Song Family made this girl more supportive of Song Wushuang, or because the two of them were not born from the same father and mother.


    This fat-faced appearance made everyone feel disgusted. Luckily, Song Wushuang was still around, otherwise, the Song Family''s main hall would be empty.


    "Damn, sister is so beautiful, but sister is so beautiful!"


    Ling Tianyu, who was standing to the side, sized up the two of them and nearly suffocated. Although he did not covet Song Wushuang''s beauty, he still remembered that he had changed his marriage to someone who was like a pig.


    What was even more hateful was that this Song Rushuang had a strange temper, and no one dared to provoke her.


    "What? Do you think I''m air?"


    Suddenly, Song Rushuang stopped and swept her eyes angrily at the crowd. Her voice was like thunder, reminiscing in the hall for a long time.


    She was infuriated because the gazes of the surrounding people were all gathered on Song Wushuang. Such an action caused those people who were intoxicated by Song Wushuang''s beauty to wake up.


    "Hmph, I''m also as beautiful as you, but I''m better than you in terms of food!" Song Rushuang said proudly.


    "Tsk, this isn''t something ordinary people can eat. It''s simply like a fat pig, and it''s even as beautiful as the moon."


    Many people were thinking in their hearts, but they still revealed a smile on their faces as they repeatedly said, "That''s right, Miss Rushuang is also a great beauty ¡­"


    Such flattery and flattery were extremely funny in Ling Tianyu''s eyes. He feared that these people would be sick for three days and three nights after they returned.


    As the two of them walked in, Song Guang hurriedly introduced them with a smile: "My little girl Wushuang and Shuang!"


    While he was speaking, Song Wushuang had an indifferent expression. He did not pay attention to the surrounding people and only glanced toward the Ling family.


    When she saw Ling Tianyu, she walked towards him gracefully.


    "This must be Ling Tianyu, right?"


    Without a smile, Song Wushuang carefully sized them up from top to bottom. Then, he looked to the side and asked with disdain.


    When everyone in the hall saw this scene, they all knew that although Song Wushuang looked extraordinary, his aloof and arrogant expression was also very famous.


    He must be trying to humiliate Ling Tianyu by saying these words.


    After a long while, Ling Tianyu did not say anything. Even the people from the Ling Family felt it was strange. Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao lightly touched Ling Tianyu as a reminder, and smiled apologetically at Song Wushuang.


    "Hey, big sister is asking you a question. Are you dumb?"


    Seeing that Ling Tianyu was still unwilling to respond, Song Rushuang walked over and shouted at Ling Tianyu.


    "Hey, are you guys talking to me?"


    Ling Tianyu glanced at the two of them and spoke calmly.


    These words froze the atmosphere in the hall.


    Who was Ling Tianyu? A piece of trash picked up by the Ling family actually dared to ignore Song Wushuang, and also dared to ignore Song Rushuang in such a way.


    "This brat is dead for sure. Didn''t you see that Song Rushuang gave them a show of her might just now?" Many people thought to themselves.


    "You ¡­ Are you blind? Is my sister standing next to you talking to someone else? "


    "Oh ¡­" So it''s like that. Then, if you''re not standing by this lady''s side, then can I understand that you''re talking to him? "


    Boom ¡­


    Ling Tianyu''s words were even more shocking. Everyone thought that the Ling family would be forced into a corner by their own helplessness and that they would be trembling in fear. Who would have thought that this good-for-nothing would actually counterattack?


    What on earth gave him such confidence?


    This time, not only the four great families, even the mayor, Ouyang Xiu did not know what was going on. He looked towards Ling Zhengnan and the others, wanting to know if it was the Ling family''s intention or some other reason.


    However, in their eyes, Ling Zhengnan and the others looked at each other in confusion. Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao were anxious, wishing that they could just kill Ling Tianyu with a slap.


    "You ¡­ You trash, you actually dare to contradict me, didn''t you see that I was looking at you and talking? " Song Rushuang flew into a rage. It was likely that the people outside the hall thought that there was thunder in the sky when they heard this.


    "Hmm, you''re right. You even know that you have to look at others when talking to them. Looks like the number one beauty of the Chu Yun City doesn''t know how to be polite. What an undeserved reputation ¡­"

 C7

    The moment Ling Tianyu said those words, the surrounding crowd sucked in a breath of cold air simultaneously.


    Song Wushuang, a person who was about to become the imperial concubine of the Medicine King, was actually accused by a trash.


    They had already sensed Ling Tianyu''s thoughts. They knew that the matter this time around wasn''t that simple.


    However, this was the Song Family. They believed that the Song Family would definitely attack the Ling Family.


    "You dare to say that I''m rude?" On Song Wushuang''s cold face, there was a trace of anger. Having grown up in a warm aura, this was the first time she faced criticism from someone else.


    "Isn''t it? "Even your sister knows ¡­" Ling Tianyu slowly said, his voice as calm as water.


    After hearing this praise, Song Rushuang actually felt pleased and quietened down.


    Ling Zhan panicked and quickly reprimanded, "Shut up! Still not apologizing to Miss Song!"


    Ling Tianyu turned a deaf ear. With Ling Feiyang by his side, he would not care about those two old fogeys.


    "Good, I have truly underestimated your Ling Family. I originally felt a little regret for what father had done. Now, it seems that I have overthought things!"


    Song Wushuang regained his cool and looked at Ling Zhengnan and the others. Then, he said: "However, if you want to marry my sister, that will depend on if you have the qualifications."


    "Dad, can I settle this marriage myself?" Song Wushuang said to Song Guang.


    "Sure, today''s events are all witnessed by everyone. I believe that the Mayor and everyone here will uphold justice."


    Without hesitation, Song Guang had never doubted Song Wushuang''s ability.


    Song Wushuang nodded and cupped his fists towards the elders. Then, he said: "Dad, I remember that the City Lord gave you a stone tablet. You can''t leave any traces of it unless you are a Qi Condensation cultivator. I wonder if the stone tablet is still there?"


    With these words, Song Guang immediately understood. It seemed that his daughter wanted to use force to explain everything.


    As for that stone tablet, it seemed to be an ordinary stone, but in reality, it was a rare material. Its hardness was extremely suitable for forging weapons.


    "The stone tablet is still there, but he needs a Congealing Realm martial artist to ¡­"


    Although Song Guang understood Song Wushuang''s intentions, he still needed a Congealing Realm martial artist to leave a mark. When he thought here, his eyes suddenly lit up as he said in surprise: "Wushuang, could it be that you can ¡­"


    Song Guang suddenly became excited. Song Wushuang was only at the seventh level of the Body Refinement Realm. If he could leave a mark on the stone monument, wouldn''t that mean that his strength had reached the level of the Congealing Realm?


    Thinking back to when Ouyang Xiu had given this stone tablet to the Song Family, Song Guang had taken it to test the abilities of the younger generation. But after countless years, not a single cultivator below the Congealing Realm was able to leave a mark.


    Over time, he stopped asking about it.


    "That''s right, Father. Although I don''t have the strength of a Qi Condensation cultivator, I can still make use of the Song Clan''s Flying Swallow Sword Art to leave behind a mark."


    Song Wushuang said confidently with a calm voice.


    "Miss Song said that it would leave a faint mark on the stone monument?" Ouyang Xiu stood up when he heard this.


    He had stumbled upon the stone monument by chance, and after his countless tests, he found that it was impossible to destroy the stone monument without reaching the level of Qi Condensation. He couldn''t even leave any traces behind.


    But now, Song Wushuang was only at the seventh level of the Body Refinement Realm, yet he was able to leave such a mark. This level of talent and battle prowess was truly amazing.


    As for the others, they too knew a rough idea. Back then, the stone tablet was very popular, but no one knew what it was made of.


    "City Lord Ouyang, this little girl can indeed leave behind a shallow mark, but that isn''t important. Today, the Ling and Song Families have invited everyone to witness their wedding ceremony, and now, everyone has experienced the Ling Family''s attitude. Not only is it impossible for me to marry the Ling Family, even my little sister isn''t worthy enough for them!"


    Song Wushuang''s cold words echoed in the hall. Everyone seemed to have a look of disbelief, their eyes shifting between the Song and Ling Families.


    Some of them felt pity for the Ling Family. They thought that they could marry the Song Family and climb up to the Medicine King Manor, but now, they were mercilessly rejected by the Song Family.


    However, there were also those who were happy that the Ling family had such an ending. The main reason was because a good-for-nothing had dared to target the number one beauty of Chu Yuncheng in such an arrogant manner.


    Ling Zhengnan and the others did not say anything. They did not agree with this marriage, but Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao''s faces were filled with anger, and they quickly smiled apologetically, saying, "Miss Song, marriage is the so-called order of a parent and is a matchmaker. Back then, our two families had already agreed to change the marriage, but look at this ¡­"


    "You two, I didn''t say that I won''t change the marriage, but my sister is also the Song Family''s second young miss. If your Ling Family wants to marry her, then we''ll have to see if your Ling Family has the ability to do so."


    "Then what does Miss Song mean?"


    "I just mentioned that as long as any of the younger generation of the Ling Family can leave a mark on the monument that the mayor has given us, we will accept this marriage."


    Song Wushuang said lightly. Outside the door, two servants carried in a stone tablet that was as tall as a person and placed it in the middle of the hall.


    Everyone was not unfamiliar with this stone monument, but did it require any of the Ling Family''s younger generation to leave a mark? That was almost impossible, it seemed like the Song Family wanted to kill the Ling Family in one blow.


    "Miss Song, if you want to reject this marriage, just say so. My son Tianyu did not have a Martial Veins by nature. If you want him to leave traces on the monument, I''m afraid that would be too much pressure, no?"


    Ling Feiyang was furious, his fists were clenched tight, and his bones were cracking. Ling Zhengnan was the same way, yet the Ling family, one of the four great families, was repeatedly humiliated. This marriage had become meaningless.


    "Hehe, I know that he does not have any Martial Veins, so there is no way for him to leave any traces behind. However, is there no one else in your Ling Family?"


    Song Wushuang laughed softly and looked at Ling Hao.


    "Others? "Miss Song sure knows how to joke around. Everyone knows that if it wasn''t for the fact that you have a cultivation base at the Congealed Dipper Realm, you wouldn''t have been able to leave any traces behind."


    "Oh? Really? I clearly said before, I can do it! "


    Song Wushuang said with disdain. Then, he walked to the side and took out a long sword.


    The long sword was unsheathed, flashing with a bright light, as if it was flowing like a stream of lightning!


    Clang... When the long sword landed on the stone tablet, it made a crisp sound. Then, sparks flew everywhere. At this moment, Song Wushuang also sheathed his long sword.


    He then said, "City Lord, please verify!"


    After Ouyang Xiu, who was sitting on the head seat, heard this, he immediately came to the front of the stone monument. Behind him, Song Guang and several other great families all came over.


    Upon closer inspection, there was actually a shallow mark on the flat surface of the stone monument.


    "They really left behind traces. Back then, when I was at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, I couldn''t leave such traces with Miss Song. It seems that the Song Family is going to produce a genius."


    "Indeed, it was left behind by that sword light. I am deeply impressed by Miss Song''s astounding strength."


    A lot of people began to speak, Ouyang Xiu touched the mark and nodded, then laughed out loud, "Haha, congratulations, Song Family Head. If the Medicine King finds out about this, the Song Family will soar into the sky."


    Song Guang''s face was filled with excitement. Many families were congratulating him, and they took the opportunity to curry favor with him. Only the Ling Family members had dead expressions on their faces. Ling Hao and Ling Zhan, however, hated Ling Tianyu for his words.


    "Uncle Ling, how was it? If I, a weak girl at the seventh level of the Body Refinement Realm, can do it, then so can you, a dignified seven foot tall man of the Ling Family! "


    Song Wushuang sneered.


    "Sigh, it''s fortunate that this kind of girl did not become my, Ling Tianyu''s, wife. She''s plotting in every possible way. If no one in the Ling family is able to accomplish this, then the Ling family will become a huge joke in the future!"


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself that in the future, the Ling Family would never be able to stand up in front of the Song Family.

 C8

    After a moment of commotion, the Song Family''s main hall quietened down.


    Everyone''s gaze turned to the Ling Family in unison, waiting for their decision or to become a joke.


    Naturally, this ceremony had turned into the Song Family''s ceremony of annulling the engagement, because to their knowledge, none of the Ling Family juniors could leave a mark on the stone monument.


    "Head of the Song Family, look at this ¡­"


    Ling Zhan cupped his hands towards Song Guang and said.


    Song Guang however, waved his sleeve and said coldly: "Great Elder Ling, everyone has seen what your son Tianyu has said just now. Therefore, all of this will be done according to what my daughter has said.


    Finished speaking, Song Guang slowly walked back to his seat. To resolve the problem in such a way was not something he had planned beforehand, but this was more of a blow to the Ling family than killing a piece of trash.


    "Yes, this matter is the fault of your Ling family, Miss Wushuang is not exaggerating."


    "That''s right, hurry up and let the younger generation of the Ling Family show their skills. We''ll be waiting to see."


    The surrounding people''s discussions were like countless sharp swords that penetrated the bodies of all the Ling Family members.


    Ling Zhengnan, Ling Feiyang, and Ling Yu were all filled with rage, but they could only suppress it in their hearts.


    Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao had pointed all their grievances towards Ling Tianyu. Although it was not appropriate for them to flare up now, they had already decided that they would drive him out of the Ling family when they returned.


    "This stone tablet looks tough, but with my understanding of Sword Qi, I should be able to leave a mark if I concentrate my strength on one point. However, that way, I will completely expose my strength ¡­"


    Other than the few elders, the Patriarch, Third Uncle, and his father were all very good to him. This humiliation should not be endured by them, and it would also affect the future of the entire Ling Family.


    "What is it? Is the younger generation of the Ling Family truly inferior to a weak girl like me, who does not even have the courage to display a single move? "


    Song Wushuang''s cold gaze swept across Ling Hao before finally landing on Ling Tianyu.


    However, Ling Tianyu did not even glance at her. His gaze was completely focused on the stone tablet. In his heart, he had already made up his mind. No matter what, he would fight for the Ling Family.


    Just as he started to walk towards the stone monument, a berating voice came from behind.


    "Stop. You, a trash, want to embarrass yourself?"


    The one who spoke was Ling Hao. He held a long sword in his hand, the Azure Sky Sword. It was the best sword in the Ling family''s younger generation. This was the reward for being the Ling family''s number one.


    Walking forward a few steps, Ling Hao said to Song Wushuang: "Miss Wushuang, let me give it a try."


    Ling Hao''s expression was indifferent, and he was indeed a handsome man. In his heart, he still knew how important the Ling Family was to them.


    Song Wushuang slightly smiled and made a gesture of "please". He said: "Please!"


    He merely spat out two words before walking to the side. He even found a seat and leisurely sipped on his tea.


    She was confident that even at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, there was no way she could leave a mark on the stone tablet.


    "Patriarch Song, your daughter seems to be very confident!" Ouyang Xiu''s five senses greatly changed. For such a talented family to have someone with such talent, he felt a bit flattered.


    "No, it should be because Wushuang is very confident in the City Lord''s stone monument ¡­"


    Song Guang replied, meaning that all the credit went to Ouyang Xiu.


    Hearing this, the latter lightly nodded his head and looked towards the stone monument in the center.


    Ling Hao was already standing in front of the monument. His brows were tightly knitted, and he hadn''t moved for a long time.


    "Ling Hao, do your best!"


    Ling Zhengnan casually said. It was obvious that the Ling family had given up.


    "Miss Wushuang, sorry for the embarrassment!"


    Ling Hao cupped his fist and looked in the direction of the Ling family as the Cyan Cloud Sword was unsheathed.


    Silence once again filled the hall. Everyone stretched their necks and stared at Ling Hao.


    Clank, clank ¡­


    Unsheathing his long sword, Ling Hao did his utmost to strike out. He used the first move of the Ling family''s sword intent, the Ling family''s first move, which landed on the stone monument.


    Sparks flew in every direction as Ling Hao was forced a few steps back by the stone monument''s recoil. That force almost sent the sword in his hand flying as well.


    When he steadied his body, he discovered that the stone tablet he passed through was still as smooth as before, there wasn''t a single trace left behind.


    "How is this possible?"


    Ling Hao could not believe it as he repeatedly shushed Qin Lie.


    At this moment, someone had already scuttled over. After touching it with their hand, they shook their heads and said, "There are no sword marks on the stone tablet."


    "Haha, like I said, even if this stone tablet was at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, it still wouldn''t leave any traces. His Ling Family actually still didn''t know the difficulties and retreated."


    "Heh, the young miss of the Song Family is truly peerless. She was actually able to leave a mark on the stone monument when she was only at the seventh level of the Body Refinement Realm. What a rare genius."


    Countless sounds of flattery and curses towards the Ling family appeared.


    Ling Hao''s expression was cold, he clearly did not have the courage to use his second sword strike.


    On the side, Song Wushuang put down his teacup and said leisurely: "Young Noble Ling Hao, you can chop a few more times. Who knows, you might even be able to injure the stone tablet!"


    As the sound of his voice echoed, the crowd burst into another round of praises.


    "Miss Song is truly righteous!"


    However, the Ling Family members'' expressions became even more unsightly. Ling Zhengnan stood up and said in a deep voice, "There''s no need. Hao''er is not skilled and does not dare to embarrass himself again. Let the marriage between the Ling and Song Families end here!"


    With that, Ling Zhengnan swung his sleeves and walked out the door.


    Ling Hao and the rest all followed him. Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao glanced at Song Guang and the mayor, and had no choice but to turn around and leave.


    "Wait ¡­"


    Just as the Ling Family members were about to step out of the door, a voice came from behind them.


    Ling Feiyang turned around and saw that the voice was coming from Ling Tianyu. He asked in surprise, "Tianyu, why are you still not leaving?"


    "Father, Patriarch, since this matter started because of me, can you let me end it?"


    Ling Tianyu announced loudly. With his white robe fluttering in the wind, he cupped his fist and said to Ling Feiyang and Ling Zhengnan.


    "You ¡­" Ling Zhengnan turned around and asked as he frowned.


    "Get the hell over here right now, aren''t you ashamed of yourself?" Ling Zhan reprimanded loudly.


    Ling Feiyang carefully examined his son, giving Ling Zhengnan and Ling Yu a look before asking, "How do you want to deal with this?"


    "Didn''t Miss Song just say that whoever leaves traces on the stone tablet will win? I want to give it a try! "


    "What?" "That stone monument can''t even leave a trace for a body refining tenth level martial artist, and you still ¡­"


    Before Ling Feiyang could finish speaking, the entire hall suddenly burst into laughter.


    Haha, a person without a Martial Vein wants to leave a mark on this stone tablet. What a joke.


    "In my opinion, if he were to use his full strength, he might be able to bite out a few teeth marks."


    "That''s right, hehe, even the trash of the Ling family has come. The Ling family is at the end of their rope."


    All of these heartless words assaulted Ling Tianyu and the Ling Family, but Ling Tianyu''s expression did not change as he resolutely said, "Father, Patriarch, please give me a chance!"


    Ling Zhengnan''s confident expression caused a sliver of doubt to flash across his face. Ling Tianyu had seen it all with his own eyes. If he wasn''t sure of his victory, why would he embarrass himself again?


    "Patriarch, this kid definitely has a grudge against our Ling Family. He wants to make our Ling Family lose face once again. Patriarch cannot agree!"


    The two elders at the side hurriedly spoke up.


    However, as the head of an influential family, Ling Zhengnan naturally had his own judgment.


    "Patriarch Song, the younger generation of my Ling Family, Ling Tianyu, wants to give it a try. I wonder if it''s possible?" Ling Zhengnan came back.


    "For this matter, I''ll follow my daughter''s arrangements." Song Guang pointed at Song Wushuang, showing his status and status clearly.


    Luckily, at least Song Wushuang knew some etiquette. Without waiting for Ling Zhengnan to ask, he said: "Sure, as long as you are a descendant of the Ling family, no matter who it is, you can try."


    Ling Zhengnan nodded and looked towards Ling Tianyu. He really wanted to see what this kid was up to.


    "Eh, Patriarch, I wonder if I can borrow Senior Brother Ling Hao''s Cyan Cloud Sword?" Ling Tianyu didn''t have a good weapon, and he wasn''t confident that he could leave any traces behind.


    "Who do you think you are? Do you know the identity of this sword?" Ling Hao hurriedly reprimanded.


    "Alright, I''ll lend it to you!"


    Ling Zhengnan''s words caused Ling Hao to shut his mouth immediately. He looked at Ling Tianyu with resentment and reluctantly passed the Cyan Cloud Sword to Ling Tianyu.


    "It''s best not to embarrass the Ling family. Otherwise, I will make you suffer!" Ling Hao said viciously.


    Ling Tianyu didn''t say anything. With a slight smile, he walked toward the stone monument.


    The surrounding people were all ridiculing and mocking him. The Ling family''s Ling Hao was a dignified eighth level Refinement Stage martial artist, he couldn''t even leave a trace. How could a trash without Martial Veins destroy the stone tablet?


    It was impossible to think about it, so his appearance on stage was just a joke.


    The Song Family was also exceptionally relaxed. They were all waiting to mock the Ling Family again.


    Clang...


    With a clang, the Cyan Cloud Sword was abruptly unsheathed.


    Then, a sword light flashed!


    Sword attack! Converge into one!


    Puff ¡­


    A dreamy sound appeared. Everyone looked carefully as the tip of the Cyan Cloud Sword in Ling Tianyu''s hand directly sank into the stone tablet.


    Three points into the rock!


    "What?"


    The large hall was filled with exclamations of surprise before it was completely silent, so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.


    Even Ling Zhengnan and the others stared with wide eyes.


    They were well aware of Ling Tianyu''s situation. A person without a martial arts meridian was actually able to stab into a stone tablet that could not be broken by any other martial artist.


    Moreover, it was at the third part of the rock.


    Silence, it was still silence. Everyone was frozen in place, as if they were all under the effect of a spell.


    The mayor, Ouyang Xiu and Song Guang were both holding teacups in their hands, preparing to taste the tea. However, when they saw this scene, they did not move for a long time.


    "How is this possible?! He actually stabbed through!"


    "Could it be that this stone tablet is made of yellow mud?"


    Song Rushuang rubbed her eyes with her plump hands and walked over to the stone monument.


    CHI *


    Ling Tianyu withdrew his sword, and the obvious sword mark was firmly engraved on the stone monument.


    "Ai, this stone tablet is still not strong enough. I really didn''t use any strength!" Ling Tianyu slowly said.


    His words finally broke the atmosphere, and a lot of words came out one after another.


    "Damn, he didn''t use any strength. Is this kid really hiding his strength well?"


    "Impossible! He''s just a piece of trash! Could it be that something went wrong with the stone tablet?"


    Song Wushuang did not say anything from beginning to end. His beautiful eyes stared at the sword mark on the stone tablet. A trace of unwillingness appeared in her heart.


    "Impossible, impossible ¡­"


    Ling Hao muttered to himself. He thought that the stone tablet that even a martial practitioner at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm could not destroy had actually been destroyed by a piece of trash.


    "Has there really been a problem with the stone tablet?"


    The surrounding people did not dare to believe it. They all rushed forward to give it a try. However, apart from a series of sparks, there was nothing else left.


    This time, they all knew that the Ling Family''s Tianyu young master was not a trash, but was instead a martial artist comparable to the Congealed Dipper Realm.


    However, his cultivation and martial skills were in the eyes of the Ling Family members, but everyone knew that now was not the time to discuss this matter.


    In the eyes of those around him, since Ling Tianyu had managed to leave a mark on the monument, it meant that the marriage between the Song and Ling Families would continue.


    Since the Song Family had produced Song Wushuang and the Ling Family had produced Ling Tianyu, if the two families were to be married off, then the two families would definitely be the leaders of this Cloud Leaving City.


    This was something that Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao naturally thought of as well. They immediately smiled and said, "Patriarch Song, the younger generation of my Ling Family has done it. May I know about this marriage ¡­?"


    As long as it was related to the clan''s interests, the two of them did not hate Ling Tianyu.


    "Song Family Head, the Song Family and the Ling Family really impressed me this time. However, I still need to fulfill my promise."


    Ouyang Xiu knew of Ling Tianyu''s strength and made a decision in his heart.


    "Ahem, of course." Song Guang''s eyes flickered. He glanced at Song Wushuang and Song Rushuang, and said: "Since it was Wu-Shuang who made the promise, then it is also our Song Family''s promise. Since that is the case, we will agree to the marriage between my nephew and my daughter, Ru Shuang."


    Song Guang was certainly willing to exchange a gluttonous daughter for someone with astonishing talent and combat power. This kind of transaction only resulted in gains and no losses. Furthermore, he had the backing of the Medicine King Manor, so why should the Song Family worry about this?


    "Haha, good. Clan Head Song, let''s do this ¡­"


    Hearing Song Guang''s words, Ling Zhan repeatedly cheered. However, before he could finish speaking, Ling Tianyu had already walked up to the stone monument.


    "Wait!"


    "Is there any problem with Tianyu''s nephew?" Song Guang asked.


    "Heh, Patriarch Song, if I remember correctly, my fianc¨¦e is Miss Wushuang, right?" Ling Tian smiled as he looked towards Song Wushuang, causing an ominous feeling to arise in the latter''s heart.


    "Tianyu nephew, before, your engagement was indeed to my daughter, Wu-Shuang. However, she is about to be chosen to enter the Medicine King Manor, so I can only betroth my daughter, Ru Shuang, to you. Today is also the day of your engagement to Ru Shuang."


    "Oh, if I remember correctly, from the moment I entered until now, I did not seem to have heard about the matter regarding the marriage from Patriarch Song. Then, can I still assume that my fianc¨¦e is still Miss Wushuang?"


    Ling Tianyu intentionally said so. Then, he turned to look at the city lord and asked, "Has the city lord heard of this?"


    "Ugh ¡­"


    This question really did put Ouyang Xiu in a difficult position. The rest of them were thinking, just what is this kid trying to do?


    "Indeed, it is my negligence. I will announce it now!" Song Guang hurriedly said.


    Even so, the fact that the Ling family was remarried was a fact. The Ling family must bear this humiliation.


    "No need!"


    Ling Tianyu''s words suddenly turned cold as if he had become a completely different person.


    He drew his longsword and swung it towards the stone monument.


    Clang clang clang ¡­


    Sparks flew in all directions from the stone tablet, and the sound of their collisions rang out with keng keng sound.


    After the final strike, Ling Tianyu sheathed his sword and turned around to return to the Ling family''s side.


    As for the surrounding people, they were all focused on the stone tablet. When they saw everything on it, everyone was shocked.


    Because on the stone monument, there was an eye-catching ''Xiu'' word. Beside it, the words'' Ling Tianyu, Xiu, and Song Wushuang ''were neatly engraved in the main hall of the Song Family! "In the future, the Song and Ling Families will no longer have anything to do with each other!"

 C9

    In the main hall of the Song Family, everyone was frozen because of Ling Tianyu''s retraction of his sword.


    There was complete silence, but the atmosphere was unusually tense.


    The dignified young miss of the Song Family, the number one beauty of the Chu Yun City, had actually been abandoned by a person known as trash in front of so many people.


    If it was an ordinary girl, it would be useless. However, the problem was that Song Wushuang had exceptional talent and a peerless beauty, who would not want him to stay in their room?


    And now, there was actually someone who stopped a letter and kicked him down from the sky into the bottomless abyss.


    However, the people here were not only shocked by Song Wushuang''s appearance, but also by the three points of the sword mark and the clear handwriting.


    Just what level had Ling Tianyu reached to actually be able to carve so many words on the stone monument that only a Qi Condensation cultivator could leave behind?


    Thinking about himself, even if it was a martial artist at the Congealing Realm, he might not be able to do all this.


    "You ¡­ "You dare to divorce me?"


    The silence was finally broken by Song Wushuang''s roar. Even a proud daughter of heaven would not be able to remain calm after suffering such humiliation.


    "So what if I''m Hugh?" Ling Tianyu faced him and said coldly, "Even though I was once a trash, I am now no weaker than you. As long as it''s something I think is right, I will do it."


    Ling Tianyu''s rhetorical question resounded loudly. Song Wushuang was speechless when he saw the eye-catching words on the stone monument.


    Indeed, based on the markings on the monument, Ling Tianyu was much stronger than her.


    The surrounding people were all looking at each other. No one had expected that the situation would end up like this.


    "Haha, good, this is the man of the Ling family!"


    Suddenly, a clear whisper sounded out in the hall. Ling Feiyang directly arrived beside Ling Tianyu and patted his shoulder.


    At this moment, Ling Zhengnan walked over and nodded at Ling Tianyu. Although this outcome was unexpected, the Ling Family was still proud of themselves.


    Many people were silent. In this world, only martial arts mattered. If such a talented youth appeared in the Ling family, would their future glory be any lower than the Song family?


    Besides, his Song Family still dared to send Song Wushuang to the Medicine King Manor after Ling Tianyu had written him a letter?


    This was obviously impossible.


    "Ling Family brat, you''re courting death ¡­"


    At this moment, Song Guang, who had been silent for a long while, suddenly exploded. With the strength of a Mid Congealing Realm expert, he struck out with his palm towards Ling Tianyu.


    What he had done today was equivalent to cutting off the entire Song Family''s retreat. How could Song Guang swallow such a huge grudge?


    "How dare you!"


    In the main hall, Ling Feiyang immediately made his move, his palm striking towards Song Guang.


    Boom ¡­


    Both of them were at the Congealed Sky Realm, so when their palms met, strong gales shot out in all directions, causing the surrounding people to be thrown into disarray.


    Ling Tianyu, who was standing behind Ling Feiyang, could also deeply sense that brutal aura. If he were to be struck by that palm, his soul would definitely be shattered.


    "The Astral Reaching Realm is truly powerful!" This allowed him to take the first step in his heart of martial arts.


    The main reason was because he had suffered endless cold words when he was not in the Martial Veins. He knew that only martial artists could have an unpredictable status in this world.


    "Song Guang, this is what your Song Clan deserved. The ones who wanted to change the marriage contract were you and you were the ones who carried out the stone tablet. I just didn''t expect that the stone tablet would be so heavy and cause you to lose your footing."


    After the two exchanged a palm strike, they separated into two sides. Ling Feiyang said mockingly. The two of them were of similar strength and strength, so neither of them was able to deal with the other.


    "Those with the surname Ling have plenty of time in the future. Since your Ling Family no longer has any ties with our Song Family, we do not welcome you here. We will see in the future."


    Song Guang splayed his sleeves as he stood with his back facing Ling Feiyang, not even sparing the Ling Family members a glance.


    This action made Ling Zhan and Ling Xiao, who originally wanted to say a few words of praise, completely shut their mouths.


    As for the surrounding people, they restrained themselves because it wasn''t a wise decision to offend the other side. However, the strength of the younger generations of the two families was already very obvious, and each of them had their own plans in mind.


    As the mayor of the city, Ouyang Xiu didn''t say anything. The fight between the two families had turned into a war of attrition, so there was no point in speaking any further.


    "The Ling Family is ready at any time ¡­"


    Ling Zhengnan said as he left with the rest of the Ling family. Today''s ending was truly satisfying.


    The Ling family''s departure signalled the end of the wedding ceremony, but no one could have imagined that the ending would be the removal of the number one beauty from the city.


    At the same time, it also let everyone know that two great geniuses had appeared in Chu Yuncheng. One of them was Song Wushuang, who was close to the Congealing Realm. The other, Ling Tianyu, was probably at the Congealing Realm.


    After that, the entire Chu Yun City became lively, this change in marriage ceremony became the topic of discussion after lunch.


    Moreover, many forces had also entered the Ling Family to congratulate them. Firstly, they had befriended the Ling Family earlier, and secondly, they had probed into the truth and discovered the true cultivation base of Ling Tianyu.


    However, their objective had not been accomplished in the end. This was because Ling Tianyu had said that he would go into seclusion the moment he returned, and then returned to his courtyard alone to close up.


    Even Ling Zhengnan and Ling Feiyang could not see him.


    "This kid looks down on everyone. I don''t think he is in closed door cultivation because he secretly learned my Ling family''s Soul Void Sword Intent and doesn''t dare to meet anyone."


    In the discussion hall of the Ling family, Ling Zhengnan and the other elders were all present. Although that matter was already over, but because Ling Tianyu did not possess the Ling family''s bloodline, he felt that it was inappropriate for Ling Tianyu to know the sword intent of the Spiritual Void Stage.


    "The Void Spirit Sword Intent is my Ling Family''s martial skill, so what if Tianyu learns it?" Ling Feiyang said.


    "But he is not a member of my Ling family. The Void Spirit Sword Intent is the clan foundation treasure of my Ling family, and it is only passed down to members of the Ling family." Ling Zhan argued.


    "Hmph, my son is surnamed Ling, how is it that he isn''t a member of the Ling family? Who dares to say anything more, don''t blame me for breaking his bones."


    Ling Feiyang was furious. His character was bold and unrestrained. When he saw Ling Tianyu divorce in front of the Song Family that day, his heroic spirit was immediately sparked, and he grew to like this son of his more and more.


    When Ling Zhan and the others heard this, most of them were discouraged. They turned to Ling Zhengnan and said, "Patriarch, this matter is too serious. Patriarch, please investigate more strictly."


    "Humph, don''t say anymore. If it weren''t for your rotten idea from the beginning, would our Ling Family even have faced the fate of sweeping away our prestige?"


    Ling Zhengnan''s eyes turned sharp as he said coldly, "If it wasn''t for Tianyu this time, our Ling family would never have been able to lift up our heads. Besides, do you know what cultivation level Tianyu has reached? Even though that stone tablet is extremely hard, without a single trace of a Qi Condensation cultivator, I am afraid that even if I were to cut three parts of it, I would still be unable to do so. "


    "What?" Even the Patriarch is unable to accomplish it? "


    Hearing Ling Zhengnan''s words, everyone was astonished. If what he said was true, then what level of cultivation did Ling Tianyu reach?


    A person without Martial Veins suddenly had such high strength that even the Void Sword Intent was so pure. Could it be that this boy had been patiently enduring all this while?


    But in reality, Ling Tianyu was only at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm. It was only because his understanding of sword arts far surpassed that of ordinary people that he gave others this illusion.


    Ten days had passed and Ling Tianyu had yet to appear.


    If what he did before was just to avoid being questioned by Ling Zhengnan and the others, then this time he really went into closed door cultivation because the jade pendant in front of his chest was a space treasure. At this moment, Ling Tianyu was absorbed into the space by the jade pendant.

 C10

    "City Lord, is it true that my daughter''s matter is no longer feasible?"


    In the study room, Ouyang Xiu was sitting at the head seat. Song Guang had quietly slipped a box into his pocket.


    Ouyang Xiu opened it and took a look. His eyes lit up as he smelled a rich fragrance coming from the box. It was obviously a three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng. This was a great material for refining Snow Spirit Pills.


    Pills were also a type of pill which could raise one''s cultivation as well as help. There were pills which could recover one''s injuries and replenish one''s zhenqi, as well as pills which could raise one''s cultivation.


    The Snow Spirit Pill was a low level pill that could increase one''s cultivation.


    In order to refine medicinal pills, a special occupation was involved. It was called Alchemist. According to the grade one could refine medicinal pills, alchemists were divided into three grades.


    Human level alchemist, Earth level alchemist, and Heaven level alchemist. At the same time, each rank was separated into three levels.


    However, to become an alchemist, the conditions were very harsh, not because of any other reason, but because of the soul power. In comparison, the soul power of a martial artist was somewhat weak, but the amount of people who could refine pills could be counted on one''s fingers.


    Thus, an alchemist''s status was even higher than that of an ordinary martial artist. Sometimes, an alchemist could control the fate of a family.


    Furthermore, the Medicine King Manor of the Empire of Feng Yun was filled with alchemist experts. It was said that their highest level had reached the peak of the Mortal Realm, which was a rank 3 alchemist. They were only one step away from entering the Earth Realm.


    In such a small empire, an Earth Grade alchemist was comparable to the emperor of an empire, and might even have a higher status than him.


    The three hundred year old Snow Ginseng that Song Guang had offered was also to please Ouyang Xiu and have him send his daughter to the Medicine King Manor.


    "Head of the Song Family, if it weren''t for the Ling Family''s actions, it wouldn''t be a problem for Miss Song to enter the Medicine King''s manor as a concubine with her astonishing talent. However, if we were to see everyone in public, there would be no wall in this world that wouldn''t be pierced by the wind, if the Medicine King''s manor were to find out, we won''t even be able to survive."


    Ouyang Xiu said with regret. He stared at the snow for a while before slowly closing the lid.


    Even the Mayor did not dare to send Song Wushuang back to the Medicine King Manor.


    However, this Snow Ginseng was a valuable item, and without a million gold coins, it was impossible to get it.


    After pondering for a moment, Ouyang Xiu''s eyes lit up. "Patriarch Song, it''s impossible for Miss Song to enter the Medicine King Manor, but a month from now, Blue Sky Academy will be recruiting students in Medicine King City. With Miss Song''s talent, she will definitely be able to enter."


    "Really?"


    When Song Guang heard this, he was moved. Blue Sky Academy was the academy of the empire, and it could be said that apart from the three great Duke Palaces, it was also Blue Sky Academy. If one were to look back, most of the figures in the three great Duke Palaces were raised by Blue Sky Academy.


    If he could enter that place, it would be even better than entering the Medicine King''s Manor.


    "Mmm, when the time comes, I will notify Patriarch Song and report Miss Song''s information. I presume that with the desire of Blue Sky Academy for geniuses, they will definitely recruit Miss Song into the academy."


    Ouyang Xiu said affirmatively as he put the box away.


    Blue Sky Academy was the dream of many martial artists. There were profound martial arts techniques and the guidance of a good teacher, but the school only focused on recruiting students from big cities. These small and remote cities were not considered capable of being made by the empire, so it was beneath their notice.


    However, things were different now. With the City Lord''s recommendation and Song Wushuang''s talent, he was confident that he would be able to enter Blue Sky Academy.


    "Then, I''ll have to thank the City Lord. If this matter succeeds, I''ll have to thank you in advance."


    "Alright, then I''ll take my leave first."


    "City lord, take care!"


    After Ouyang Xiu left, Song Guang''s expression was filled with excitement as Butler Mo walked in.


    "Patriarch, there haven''t been any strange occurrences in the Ling family these days. It''s said that the boy went into secluded cultivation after he returned. No one was to be seen, it''s just that ¡­"


    "But what?"


    "It''s just that in the past ten days, many small and middle-sized families have come to congratulate the Ling family. It seems that they have a good impression of the Ling family."


    "Hmph, it''s just a bunch of fence-sitters. Once Wushuang enters Blue Sky Academy, I want to see how the Ling Family will struggle."


    Song Guang''s expression froze as he icily stated.


    "Right, what are the attitudes of the Yang family and the Lee family?"


    "The Lee family hasn''t made any unusual moves, but the Yang family can''t stay still anymore!" Butler Mo replied.


    "Hehe, that''s for sure. The Ling and Yang families mainly use medicinal herbs and pills. Now that the Ling family has appeared for a day, the Yang family can''t stay still." Song Guang laughed coldly as he pondered for a moment before ordering, "Old Mo, go contact the Yang family. It''s time to start."


    Inside the Ling family''s abandoned courtyard wall, Ling Tianyu had been taking advantage of this opportunity to close up in seclusion. Unexpectedly, the jade pendant in front of his chest suddenly released a brilliant light, pulling him into a mysterious space.


    In the middle of the space, a man in the starry sky was smiling at him. His appearance was exactly the same as the father in his dreams.


    "Where is this place?" Father, is that you? "


    "Child, this is the inner space of the jade pendant in front of your chest. You''ve suffered for the past fourteen years!"


    The man''s face was benevolent, his eyes filled with boundless love.


    Ling Tianyu felt his blood flow into his veins and a sense of familiarity welled up in his heart. He couldn''t believe that his dream was real.


    He also did not expect that the jade pendant on his chest would actually be a spatial treasure.


    "Father, are you really my father?"


    "This is only one of my thoughts. Child, fourteen years ago, something happened in my family. When I was about to die, I had no choice but to send you into the mortal world in order to live a peaceful life."


    The man nodded as he spoke with a sigh. Ling Tianyu''s eyes were moist. He knew that his father was definitely a supreme expert. Otherwise, he wouldn''t have this spatial treasure.


    Yet, such a supreme expert had already perished. One could only imagine how powerful the enemies were back then.


    Ling Tianyu suppressed his tears and remained silent. He knew that his father had a thousand words to say.


    "Child, the enemy is extremely powerful, and your Martial Veins are also Heaven level 9. Back then, in order to hide you, I had no choice but to exhaust all of my cultivation and deceive you, sealing your Heaven''s Secret for 14 years. I hope you don''t blame me for this."


    "I don''t blame you, Father!" Ling Tianyu said.


    The man nodded and continued, "Fourteen years have passed. Your Heavenly Secrets has already been mixed up and you cannot predict unless you are a top divine calculator. Therefore, it will take fourteen years for the jade pendant to open your Martial Veins! The ninth level of the Heaven Realm is truly powerful. You have not disappointed me. "


    "Father, who am I?"


    Ling Tianyu asked. This had always been a doubt in his mind.


    "Child, your background is not something you should know yet. My father''s appearance today only reminded you that you must walk your own path in the future. The only thing I left for you is this Heavenly Jade Pendant, as long as he recognizes you as its master, it can hide within your body. If it''s completely refined, there would be an unimaginable surprise in it. However, in order to completely refine it, this little cultivation level of yours is still not enough! "


    How could a powerful father only leave behind a piece of jade? There must be a lot of precious things inside, but he just didn''t want to give them to him at once.


    After the man finished speaking, his figure gradually became blurry.


    Ling Tianyu really wanted to rush up and grab him, and not let him disappear. However, he was unable to do so. Even though he was right in front of him, he felt as though he was thousands of miles away.


    "Father ¡­" Ling Tianyu shouted loudly. His tears could no longer stop flowing.


    "Child, your father isn''t dead, he''s just in the cycle of reincarnation. If you want to meet your father, then you must ascend to the peak of martial arts. When that time comes, us father and son ¡­" Phase... "Gather ¡­!"


    As the sound of his voice faded, his silhouette vanished. The surrounding space had turned pitch black, leaving behind only Ling Tianyu''s lonely silhouette.


    After a long moment, Ling Tianyu stood up and dried his tears. He swore that no matter how difficult it was, he would reach the pinnacle before meeting his father.

 C11

    After leaving the space within the jade pendant, Ling Tianyu stood blankly in the room for a long time.


    He had been troubled by a dream for more than ten years. Now, he finally got an answer. The figure in his dream was actually his own father.


    "I, Ling Tianyu, will definitely reach the pinnacle of martial arts!"


    Thinking back to his father''s last words, Ling Tianyu''s expression was resolute and his eyes glowed with vigor. Although he did not know who his enemy was, he believed that he would definitely be able to reach the peak of Heaven Grade Nine Martial Vein.


    "It''s time to go out. I''ll face everything from now on."


    After muttering to himself, Ling Tianyu packed up a few things before opening the door and walking out.


    The Ling Family was still the same as before.


    Many young men and women were practicing and practicing their techniques on the martial ring. The warm sunlight shone through the leaves of the surrounding trees, leaving many spots.


    A light breeze blew, and the spots moved with it.


    "Hey, look! Shixiong Tianyu is out!"


    A tiny voice made the entire training field freeze in an instant. Everyone turned to look at Ling Tianyu.


    He was dressed in white, appearing exceptionally dazzling in the sunlight.


    "Big brother Tianyu, you''re finally out!"


    When Ling Shuiyao saw that figure, she quickly ran over. She looked at Ling Tianyu with a face of admiration and said: "Big Brother Tianyu, you''re so awesome. You actually let go of that Song Wushuang. Our Ling Family is saying that you did well."


    "It''s all thanks to Yao''er! Otherwise, I wouldn''t have been able to destroy that stone stele!"


    Ling Tianyu smiled gently and touched Ling Shuiyao''s forehead. If it weren''t for the Soul Void Sword Intent that he had taken a risk to steal, no matter how powerful he was, he wouldn''t have been able to leave a mark on the stone monument.


    Ling Shuiyao smiled in her heart, it was a very brilliant smile. This was probably just a secret between the two of them.


    "Ling Tianyu, I want to duel with you!"


    Suddenly, the field exploded with noise. Ling Tianyu looked towards the source of the sound and saw Ling Hao staring at him with an ice-cold expression.


    Ever since the Song Family had returned, everyone had been discussing that Ling Tianyu was the number one person in the Ling Family''s younger generation. This caused Ling Hao to be extremely dissatisfied.


    He believed that the reason why Ling Tianyu was able to inscribe on the stone tablet was because he was taking advantage of the situation. He did not believe that a trash would be able to reach such a high level in just a short few days.


    More importantly, Ling Tianyu actually dared to use his Cyan Cloud Sword.


    "Duel with me? "Not interested!"


    Ling Tianyu glanced at him in disdain. Even though this fellow had bullied and mocked him in the past, now that he possessed such strength, he felt that it wasn''t worth taking revenge on him.


    "That''s right, big brother Tianyu, father said that if you come out, you should look for him!"


    Ling Shuiyao was clever and quickly rescued him.


    Ling Tianyu nodded. He knew that he had to give them an explanation for this matter.


    Just as he was about to leave, he noticed a strong gust of wind flash by, and Ling Hao immediately blocked his way.


    "Ling Tianyu, you trash. Do you only know how to use underhanded methods and not dare to fight against me in the real world?"


    Ling Hao''s eyes were sharp as he viciously said.


    Of course, although everyone had guessed at Ling Tianyu''s strength, it was still a mystery. If he were a Congealing Realm martial artist, no one would dare to believe him.


    "Means? "What a joke, Senior Brother''s sword is sharper than Senior Brother''s when it comes to true abilities."


    Ling Tianyu slightly smiled. He was just about to circle around them when a sharp sword suddenly blocked his path.


    "Ling Hao, if you dare to act recklessly, I''ll go tell my father!"


    Ling Shuiyao''s brows twitched as she hurried over to Ling Tianyu''s side.


    However, Ling Hao didn''t seem to have any reaction. This battle was inevitable.


    "If I lose, this sword belongs to you."


    "You really want to compete?"


    Ling Tianyu stared fixedly at Ling Hao. The latter''s resolute expression was equivalent to answering him.


    "Alright, let''s end this quickly!"


    Ling Tianyu spoke calmly before walking over to the other disciples in the training field. Clasping his fists, he said, "Who is willing to lend me a sword?"


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, use mine!"


    A young man at the fifth level of the Body Refinement Realm walked out and passed the Fine Steel Sword over to Ling Tianyu.


    This was only an ordinary sword, far inferior to the Cyan Cloud Sword in Ling Hao''s hands.


    "Thank you!"


    Ling Tianyu nodded slightly and accepted the sword.


    The martial arts arena instantly opened up a space, and the news of Ling Tianyu and Ling Hao fighting spread throughout the entire Ling family.


    Due to everyone''s concern for Ling Tianyu''s strength, they decided to rush here immediately regardless of who it was.


    Unsurprisingly, no one stopped the match. Everyone probably wanted to know one thing.


    "In order to be fair, I also use a Fine Steel Sword!" Ling Hao glanced at the longsword in Ling Tianyu''s hand and said.


    "No need, I only feel that you have the qualifications to take the Cyan Cloud Sword!"


    Ling Tianyu''s words caused Ling Hao, who was about to change his sword, to be stunned. What he meant was that if he, Ling Hao, did not use the Cyan Cloud Sword, then he did not even have the qualifications to compete with Ling Tianyu.


    "You ¡­"


    Ling Hao had only said a single word, yet he didn''t know what to say. Meanwhile, the surrounding disciples began to discuss.


    "Senior brother Tianyu is truly domineering, he actually wants Senior brother Ling Hao to wield the Cyan Cloud Sword and fight back."


    "Senior Brother Tianyu is so relaxed, I''m sure it''s as the rumors say. His cultivation has already reached the Congealing Realm."


    "Senior brother Tianyu is so handsome ¡­"


    Countless voices were basically praising Ling Tianyu, causing Ling Hao to be even angrier. He waved the Cyan Cloud Sword in his hand and said, "Alright, since you are courting death, I''ll grant you your wish!"


    After he finished speaking, Ling Hao''s long sword moved and began to gather his energy, urging his sharp sword to come out as one.


    Ling Tianyu stared fixedly. Every time Ling Hao changed his trajectory, it actually appeared in his mind.


    This time, even he himself felt it was inconceivable.


    Their cultivations were on par with each other, yet Ling Hao''s sword moves were actually completely revealed in front of his eyes.


    This meant that his soul force was extremely strong.


    CHI *


    Ling Hao''s sword cut through the air, aiming straight for Ling Tianyu''s heart. The speed at which it was moving was so fast that it caused the surrounding people to feel a tinge of worry.


    "Big brother Tianyu, be careful!" Ling Shuiyao hurriedly shouted.


    Just as the sword was about to pierce Ling Tianyu, he suddenly moved and numerous figures appeared on the field.


    The long sword pierced through without any resistance.


    "Is he gone?" Many people rubbed their eyes in astonishment.


    That strike just now clearly showed that Ling Tianyu had lost his mind. When facing Ling Hao, who was wielding the Cyan Cloud Sword, in addition to the Sword Qi, even if it was a ninth level Refinement Stage martial artist, they could only face it head on.


    But now, Ling Tianyu was able to dodge it.


    "Phantom Shadow, this kid is actually so skilled in this set of body technique!" It seems like his power is not fake. "


    In the distance, a few people were gathered. They were Ling Zhengnan and his group.


    "Did you tell this footwork to Tianyu as well?" Ling Zhengnan asked Ling Feiyang.


    "Ugh ¡­" "Yes!"


    Ling Feiyang stuttered as he could only nod his head. Previously, he had said that he was the one who imparted Ling Tianyu''s Soul Void Sword Intent. Otherwise, he really wouldn''t be able to deal with those old fogeys.


    "That''s right, this kid is truly talented. If he is used properly, there will be no harm to our Ling family!"


    Ling Zhengnan nodded his head and the others around him also agreed. Only Ling Feiyang had a belly full of doubts. He really wanted to find Ling Tianyu and clear it up, but he had never gotten the chance to do so.


    Ling Tianyu, who was in the arena, perfectly dodged to the side and stood ten meters behind Ling Hao.


    "Although Sword Draw is precise, its speed and strength are lacking."


    He then quickly took out his sword. A sword flower floated past, and the Fine Steel Sword in his hand shot straight towards Ling Hao like a bolt of lightning.


    "Watch my sword!"


    Ling Tianyu''s speed was extremely fast. As he struck out with his sword, he even issued a warning.


    Seeing this, Ling Hao had no way of dodging at all. He hurriedly held the Cyan Cloud Sword horizontally in front of his chest.


    Ding...


    The tip of Ling Tianyu''s sword stabbed onto Ling Hao''s Cyan Cloud Sword, emitting a crisp sound.


    Moments later, the Fine Steel Sword shattered, leaving only the hilt in his hand.


    "Sigh ¡­" This sword is too trash! "


    Ling Tianyu shook his head and sighed. He tossed the sword hilt in his hand and said to the disciple who borrowed the sword, "I''m sorry for destroying your sword. I believe that senior brother Ling Hao will accompany you."


    After which, Ling Tianyu walked out of the arena.


    Only the dumbstruck scene and Ling Hao, who was still holding his sword horizontally, remained on the stage.

 C12

    Ling Tianyu slowly walked out of the arena, leaving behind a field of silence.


    "Brother Hao, you''ve won. That kid''s sword has shattered."


    A few of the youths hurriedly surrounded him and said in a flattering manner.


    The others had also started to show expressions of confusion. Logically speaking, since Ling Hao had won, he should have stopped Ling Tianyu and humiliated him a little.


    But right now, Ling Hao didn''t seem to do anything and just let him leave.


    "This boy''s sword attack has already reached the peak of perfection. Hao''er is not a match for a single move!"


    Ling Zhengnan, who was standing outside, had sharp eyes as he praised.


    "How could this be? His sword clearly shattered!"


    Ling Zhan didn''t understand. Ling Hao was his son, and he was at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm. How could he not be Ling Tianyu''s match in a single move? Besides, it was obvious that Ling Hao had won.


    "Swordsmen must be quick, accurate and ruthless. Tianyu has completely accomplished it. If he didn''t do it on purpose, do you think that one sword strike could have been blocked by Ling Hao?"


    Ling Zhengnan explained as Ling Yu and the others nodded in agreement.


    Looking carefully, Ling Hao''s face was filled with fear, and the hand holding the Cyan Cloud Sword was trembling.


    Ling Tianyu''s sword was too fast, his strength was great, and his position was accurate. From that sword strike, he could smell the scent of death, and he could also feel that his defense would not have any effect.


    However, that sword attack was blocked by him. Although Ling Tianyu''s sword had shattered, the powerful rebound had numbed him.


    He knew that this was something that Ling Tianyu had done on purpose. Otherwise, this sword strike would have been able to pierce through his body easily.


    "I''ve lost ¡­"


    After a while, Ling Hao slowly spoke, appearing pale and powerless.


    To be able to determine the difference between the two by just a single move, the disparity in strength could be imagined.


    "Brother Hao, how could you lose? That kid''s sword shattered."


    "I lost, so be it. I''ve said it before, as long as I lose, this Cyan Cloud Sword will be taken out."


    Ling Hao glanced at the sword in his hand reluctantly, then turned around and walked towards the disciple who had lent the sword to Ling Tianyu.


    Zhang Yang smiled and said, "Alright, I''ll help you!"


    "What?" Senior Brother Ling Hao, this sword is too valuable, I cannot take it! " Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll let you know when the time comes."


    "This is senior brother Tianyu''s intention ¡­"


    Ling Hao said simply, leaving behind his Greencloud Sword, and walked out.


    However, the words Senior Brother Tianyu came out of Ling Hao''s mouth caused everyone to be in an uproar.


    Everyone understood that Ling Hao had already admitted that Ling Tianyu was the Ling Family''s number one junior.


    "This battle might be a good thing for Hao''er. At the very least, we can let him know that there is always someone better than him in this world."


    Outside, Ling Zhengnan slowly said.


    "All of Tianyu''s martial arts are second to none in moral terms. They know to leave some face for Hao''er. It seems that our Ling Family''s previous worries are completely unnecessary."


    Two days passed in the blink of an eye, and Ling Tianyu''s position within the Ling Family started to rise.


    The dilapidated courtyard where he lived had also been refurbished and became clean and comfortable.


    Initially, he had wanted to give Ling Zhengnan another place, but Ling Tianyu had refused.


    "Kid, exactly what kind of strength did you reach? Why is your father kept in the dark?"


    During this period of time, Ling Feiyang finally had the time to accompany Ling Tianyu for dinner.


    "I am only at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm ¡­"


    "Body refining eighth level? How is that possible? Didn''t you detect that there were no Martial Veins earlier? Could it be that you intentionally refused to reveal it? " Ling Feiyang asked deliberately.


    However, the detection of Martial Veins was a method passed down by their ancestors. It shouldn''t be wrong.


    "Of course not. I did not have any Martial Veins earlier, but ¡­" Father, don''t ask anymore. There are some things that are hard to explain! "


    Ling Tianyu thought deeply for a moment. He still felt that it was best not to reveal the matter of the dream and jade pendant. The reason he did this was for the safety of the Ling Family.


    "Alright, alright, I won''t ask anymore. You stinking brat, as long as you are safe, father will be at ease. It''s just that since when did you learn the Soul Void Sword Intent and Phantom Shadow?"


    This question truly puzzled Ling Feiyang. Logically speaking, as the Ling Family''s supreme martial art, the Void Spirit Sword Technique should not have been cultivated to such a degree in a few years.


    "Hehe, this is obviously something that father taught me ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu smiled mysteriously as he blinked. When Ling Feiyang saw this, he was first puzzled before laughing out loud.


    "That''s right, I taught him, haha ¡­"


    Although he was filled with doubts, he didn''t pursue the matter any further. He knew that his son must have a secret and just didn''t want to reveal it. But as a father, he should believe in his son for no reason.


    "Father, don''t worry. I am a member of the Ling family, and will definitely live and die with the Ling family!"


    Of course, if it wasn''t for the Ling family, there wouldn''t be Ling Tianyu either. Even though his identity was definitely enormous, he would still be able to repay the kindness with a drop of water.


    "Fine, fine, no matter what, Father will not let you get hurt."


    One night passed.


    The next morning, Ling Tianyu went to the Ling family''s Martial Skill Pavilion. Now, he had received an official Ling family promise to become a core disciple of the Ling family and to be able to enter and leave every place in the Ling family.


    He had only come here today to see if there were any methods to increase his cultivation.


    It had been 20 days since the incident with the Song Family, but his cultivation level still had not risen. He thought about the pills, but one Snow Spirit Pill cost 50,000 gold coins. That was a year''s worth of expenses for the entire Ling Family.


    Thus, Ling Tianyu gave up on the idea of purchasing pills and decided to pay a visit to the Pavilion of Martial Arts.


    No one guarded the Martial Skill Pavilion. In fact, it was only a room with a bookshelf and a few martial arts manuals.


    For the Chu Yun City, having a few martial arts manuals was already not bad.


    "Fleeting Sword, Beginner Mortal Level Martial Skill. The Mastery Stage cultivator is able to strike out with the Fleeting Slash."


    Ling Tianyu casually flipped through a secret manual. The single move in it was much simpler than the sword art he had created when he combined them into one.


    After putting down the Fleeting Sword Art, Ling Tianyu started to take a look. These battle techniques were only the basic secret manuals.


    "Eh, what is this?"


    The last book was already covered in dust. It seemed that no one had flipped through it in a long time.


    Phew...


    Ling Tianyu picked it up and blew at the dust on it, revealing a few large words on the cover.


    "Primordius Pill Formula!"


    Flipping through the first page, there was a basic introduction to some medicinal herbs. At the end, there were a few simple pill formulas and forging methods.


    "This is a book on pill forging, why is there no one reading it?"


    In terms of alchemy, the Ling family also had a Tier 1 alchemist. That was why the Ling family mainly focused on the pill business. It was just a single book, why didn''t that alchemist look at it?


    What he did not know was that refining pills required a strong mental strength and extreme perception. It was not that no one was flipping through the book, but the alchemist could not refine it at all. As for the alchemist, he could only refine some ordinary pills.


    Looking at the contents within, Ling Tianyu was moved. It was because everything within was extremely valuable. Many pills refined within were priceless treasures.


    He didn''t have the money to buy medicinal pills to raise his cultivation, so he could refine them himself. If he were to refine some to sell, it would be a shocking amount of wealth.


    Very quickly, Ling Tianyu found the ingredients for the Snow Spirit Pill: Snow Ginseng, Cen Hua and the Rank 1 Demonic Beast inner core ¡­ There were seven ingredients in a batch. The most expensive one was the Snow Ginseng, which cost 10,000 gold coins for 50 years, and hundreds of thousands for 100 years.


    In order to concoct the Snow Spirit Pill, one would need at least fifty percent. As for the one with three hundred years, he would need at least a million gold coins.


    Back then, Song Guang had personally gifted one to City Lord Ouyang Xiu.


    Looking at the other ingredients, they would also require quite a bit of gold coins. However, with this Pill Art, Ling Tianyu started with the simplest of ingredients and sold them before slowly forging expensive pills.

 C13

    The Cloudburst City was only a small, remote town. The currency of the transactions here was basically calculated in gold coins.


    Ling Tianyu brought the Primordius Pill Formula home and had been studying it for three days and three nights.


    It had to be said that with his amazing memory, he had actually memorized all of the medicinal herbs introduced earlier.


    He even remembered every single word of the pill formula.


    Remember the contents, the next step is to concoct the pills. After calculating it carefully, he only has several hundred gold coins in his savings, so he can only start with the simplest Blood Replenishing Pills and Qi Returning Pills.


    The Blood Replenishing Pill was the most common healing pill and was essential for adventurers to gather medicinal ingredients and to surround the demonic beasts.


    Demonic beast cores were essential for refining precious materials and were very expensive. Even a Grade 1 Demonic Beast cores could be sold for tens of thousands of gold.


    Qi Replenishing Pill was a pill used by martial artists to replenish their true energy. Normally, when a martial artist reached the Qi Condensation stage, they would rely on the stimulation of their true energy to launch attacks. Its power was extremely strong.


    However, if a strong opponent lacked enough true qi and could only sit still and wait for death to come, then the Qi Returning Pill would become an essential tool for a martial artist to use in their journey, allowing them to quickly recover their lost true qi.


    However, since the pills were created by an apothecary, based on their purification and forging methods, they were divided into different grades as well. Generally, the same type of pills were divided into the upper, middle, and top tier according to their medicinal properties and purity.


    The current alchemists of the Ling and Yang families could at most concoct a low-rank pill.


    Due to the dense population of the Chu Yun City, coupled with the fact that there were very few apothecaries here, these low-tier medicinal pills were also extremely valuable.


    According to the records of the Primordius Pill Formula, the maximum number of ingredients needed to concoct a batch of pills was nine, while the materials needed to concoct a batch of Blood Replenishing Pill was only a hundred gold coins.


    In other words, one hundred gold coins could refine nine Blood Replenishing Pills. The market price for one Blood Replenishing Pill was one hundred gold coins. One could imagine how big of a profit this was.


    However, the apothecaries of the Ling and Yang families were too low in standard. Even though there were only two or three pills, they still established the status of two noble families and were able to survive for a hundred years.


    "Among the ingredients for the Blood Replenishing Pill, the most expensive is the blood of a Rank 1 Demonic Beast. It seems that I have to act on my own."


    Ling Tianyu muttered to himself as he looked through the materials recorded on the book.


    There were three types of Blood Replenishing Pills. The first two were very cheap, only ten gold coins. The most expensive one was the blood of a Rank 1 Demonic Beast, and one bottle for ninety gold coins.


    A Rank 1 Demonic Beast was equivalent to a Body Refinement Realm warrior, but a Demonic Beast was born with thick skin and was not something an ordinary person could kill. If they encountered a Rank 1 Demonic Beast, other than a Congealing Realm warrior, the rest could only run away.


    This was precisely the reason why demon beast blood was so expensive.


    Ling Tianyu was currently at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm and had extraordinary strength, so he was not afraid of Rank 1 Demonic Beasts. Firstly, he could train and secondly, he could save a lot of money on materials.


    After making up his mind, Ling Tianyu left the Ling family with some rations.


    Cloudfall Mountain was located thirty miles west of Cloudfall City. Normally, it would take a day to go back and forth, so Ling Tianyu planned to stay in the mountain for a few days.


    However, the moment he left the city, he felt a figure following behind him.


    "Who?"


    Ling Tianyu immediately turned around and tightened his grip on the steel sword in his hands, preparing to make his move.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, it''s me!"


    "What?" Wei Yan Er asked. Why are you following me? "


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright, I''ll help you out!"


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, I ¡­" I have come to return the sword. "


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll help you!"


    In terms of position, he was not as good as Ling Hao and Ling Tianyu, so he was a little afraid when facing Ling Tianyu.


    Ling Tianyu glanced at the Greencloud Sword but did not accept it.


    "I gave you this sword as compensation. How could you return it? In the future, cultivate well and help the Ling family."


    The Cyan Cloud Sword was indeed not bad, but it had always belonged to Ling Hao. Although he had won fair and square, he felt that if this sword was in his hands, he would definitely not be used to it.


    "No! Senior Brother Tianyu, this sword is too precious. I really can''t take it!" Han Ying Xue replied with a smile, "Alright then, I''ll go with you."


    "In my opinion, this Cyan Cloud Sword is inferior to your Fine Steel Sword, so you don''t need to say anymore. I still have things to attend to, if my father asks, just tell him that I will be out training for a few days, so they can be at ease."


    Ling Tianyu was resolute in his decision. After he finished speaking, he turned around and left.


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll help you out!"


    On a long and ancient road outside the Cloud Stepping City, a horse carriage slowly approached.


    The carriage entered the city and headed towards the Yang Mansion.


    At this time, the Yang family had long since cleared out the random people in front of their gate, leaving the Yang family to welcome them.


    Upon closer inspection, Song Guang was among them.


    Soon, the carriage stopped in front of Yang''s house. The curtain of the carriage was opened, revealing a middle-aged man with a moustache, about 34 years old.


    "Grandmaster Gu, I came from afar to welcome you!"


    When the middle-aged man came down, Song Guang immediately went up to him and respectfully greeted him.


    Following that, the Yang Family''s Patriarch and the others also came to welcome them.


    In the face of such a scene, Great Master Gu seemed to enjoy it. He indifferently swept a glance at the crowd and only slightly nodded his head. Then, his eyes rolled around the crowd without end.


    What he saw were some of the young women in the Yang family. One could imagine how lecherous this person was.


    "Master Gu, I am Yang Xiong, the head of the Yang family. In the future, Master Gu''s daily necessities will all be borne by our Yang family."


    Yang Xiong hurriedly said.


    This grandmaster Gu Yun was from Everlasting City, and was someone Song Guang had met by chance. Although he was extremely lustful, he was also a Tier 1 alchemist master.


    Song Guang had seen for himself that he could concoct a grade-1 mid-tier pill, and the number of pills he could form was far greater than the Yang and Ling family''s alchemists.


    Moreover, this Grandmaster Gu was the disciple of Everlasting City''s number one alchemist, Xiao He. Rumor has it that Xiao He was a second-grade alchemist with a very high status.


    There were many people who begged him to refine a Tier 2 pill, Snow Spirit Pill. However, because of his eccentric personality, people who disliked him would never refine pills.


    In order to destroy the Ling Family this time, Song Guang and Yang Xiong discussed and invited Gu Yun over.


    After Yang Zhi finished his sentence, Gu Yun stood still on the spot and did not pay any attention to him.


    "Cough, cough ¡­"


    Song Guang knew the reason, so he coughed twice to remind Yang Xiong.


    Hearing this, Yang Zhi immediately understood and said: "Aiya, looking at my memory, Master Gu came all the way here and worked himself to death. I must be tired, I have carefully selected six young and beautiful women to comfort Master Gu''s muscles and bones."


    Hearing this, Gu Yun''s eyes lit up as he said to Yang shi, "Patriarch Yang, please be careful. Patriarch Song has already told me about this collaboration. Don''t worry, as long as I''m here, the Ling Family is not worth mentioning."


    Beautiful women were Gu Yun''s biggest hobby, and it was because of this that Song Guang and Yang Xiong had invited this esteemed Alchemy Master to deal with the Ling family.


    "Alright, since that''s the case, please enter Great Master Gu ¡­"

 C14

    It was a grand and majestic mountain, and its aura was extraordinary.


    Ling Tianyu stared at the mountain with endless emotions.


    The former him was just a good-for-nothing, but who would have thought that one day, he would come to this place.


    Facing the quiet forest, Ling Tianyu unconsciously gripped the sword in his hand tightly.


    The danger inside was unfathomable. Although it was rumored that there were only Rank 1 Demonic Beasts inside, it was hard to avoid encountering even more powerful existences.


    "Brother, should we team up and explore the mountains?"


    Just as they reached the edge, a group of three people walked over to Ling Tianyu.


    The person who spoke was a man with a cultivation level of the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm. His face was like jade and he wore a gorgeous long robe. With a single glance, one could tell that he was a distinguished person.


    Beside him were two women. One of them was dressed in red, and had a cold expression on her face. Her appearance could be considered decent, like a blossoming ice lotus.


    She would frequently glance towards the purple-clothed woman that was snuggling next to the man, as if she was very unhappy.


    However, the purple-clothed woman was extremely alluring and her relationship with the man was inseparable.


    Ling Tianyu frowned. It was clear that these two women were vying for the man''s jealousy. He would not get involved in a battle that was about to break out.


    Furthermore, Ling Tianyu didn''t know these three. It was clear that they weren''t from Chu Yun City.


    This was because there were many powers and towns near Cloudburst Mountain. Most of them had come here to search for treasures to survive.


    "I''m sorry, I''m used to being alone!"


    Ling Tianyu said impassively before heading into the mountains.


    The moment he entered the forest, Ling Tianyu was immediately submerged by towering trees. He was like a fish entering the ocean; he was extremely small.


    The autumn wind blew drearily, the clouds moved, and the trees within rustled.


    Ling Tianyu''s eyes were sharp and sharp as he scanned his surroundings. The sounds weren''t only coming from the trees, but also from the demonic beasts stepping on the withered leaves.


    However, after waiting for a while, a rabbit ran past.


    "This is my first time out, it seems like I''m still too nervous."


    Ling Tianyu wiped the sweat off his forehead and slowly relaxed.


    "Eh, Mysterious Spirit Flower!"


    Just as he was about to move forward, he saw a medicinal plant with a small blue flower growing beside a large tree.


    Ling Tianyu''s eyes instantly lit up. This was the material needed to concoct a Snow Spirit Pill. Even though it wasn''t expensive, it was still worth tens of thousands of gold coins.


    "I encountered a Tier 2 spiritual herb the moment I entered. It seems that my luck is quite good."


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself as he carefully dug out this Mysterious Spirit Grass and stored it in a wooden box that he had prepared a long time ago.


    On the way over, Ling Tianyu''s luck was rather good. He had found quite a few ingredients to forge the Blood Replenishing Pill.


    "Didn''t you say that demon beasts frequently appear here?" Could it be that they were all surrounded and killed by those explorers? "


    He had been in this Cloud Mountain for nearly a day. He had never seen any Demonic Beast, not to mention any Demonic Beast. He only occasionally saw one or two ordinary wild beasts.


    "Let''s not worry about it for now. Eat something first."


    Ling Tianyu found a flat rock and sat down cross-legged to gnaw on it.


    CHI CHI *


    He had only eaten half of it when he heard the sound of the leaves being trampled. It grew louder and louder as it got closer.


    Gradually, Ling Tianyu felt the ground tremble.


    "Not good, a big guy came."


    He thought to himself as he quickly put away the rations and unsheathed his Fine Steel Sword with a ''shua'' sound.


    At the same time, a colossal creature appeared in front of him.


    It was a brown bear, about two Ling Tianyu''s height.


    Arriving in front of Ling Tianyu, the brown bear did not attack immediately. Instead, it looked carefully at the stone where Ling Tian was seated.


    A moment later, he started to pay close attention to Ling Tianyu.


    Roar ¡­


    The brown bear roared, bracing itself on the ground with its four palms, ready to attack.


    "So you were attracted by the food. Brat, I didn''t think that my first opponent would be you. Come on."


    Facing this huge Rank 1 Demonic Beast, Ling Tianyu was glad that it had not reached its peak. Otherwise, he would definitely have to escape.


    However, it could be used for practice now.


    Boom!


    The brown bear moved. Even though it was cumbersome, it was nimble. As it neared Ling Tianyu, it suddenly sent out a palm strike, intending to smash Ling Tianyu into meat paste.


    The strength of this palm strike surpassed one''s imagination. Ling Tianyu immediately used Phantom Mirage.


    BOOM!


    The brown bear smashed down with its palm, leaving behind a deep crater in the ground. The ground suddenly shook a few times.


    "Demonic beasts are powerful indeed."


    Ling Tianyu heaved a sigh of relief. It was fortunate that he had learned Phantom Mirage. When facing this kind of Demonic Beast, he absolutely could not face it head on.


    Rumble! The brown bear released its might and swept its body towards Ling Tianyu once more. Wherever it went, the trees were broken. Ling Tianyu''s movement technique was incredible, so the brown bear was unable to even touch the corner of his shirt.


    However, after a long period of time, Ling Tianyu''s weakness immediately manifested itself.


    "This won''t do. If this goes on, I will definitely become its snack."


    The demonic beast''s physique was robust, and its strength was far stronger than a human''s. After a period of time, Ling Tianyu was obviously unable to endure any longer and began to pant heavily.


    Once the sword was drawn, it would become one!


    Thinking of this, Ling Tianyu swiftly struck out with his sword. He had to end the battle quickly.


    The steel sword was like a bolt of lightning, piercing straight towards the brown bear''s throat.


    Puff!


    The sword was powerful, and with Ling Tianyu''s great sword skills, the tip of the sword went straight into the brown bear''s throat. However, the Fine Steel Sword was not sharp enough to pierce its skin, and it was caught by the brown bear.


    Ling Tianyu took this opportunity to turn his sword, relaxing the brown bear''s grip. He immediately retracted his sword and retreated swiftly.


    It was obvious that there was a bloody hole on the bear''s throat. As it breathed, blood would occasionally ooze out.


    "Ai, if I had known earlier, I would have taken the Cyan Cloud Sword. This big fellow''s skin is thick and flesh, the Fine Steel Sword is too blunt."


    Otherwise, he would have been able to kill this brown bear with a single slash.


    These demon beasts'' bodies were treasures. Blood could be refined into inner pellets, fur could be used as armor, and flesh could be used. If they could take him down, then it would be a huge profit.


    "Yi, this guy actually didn''t run!"


    Upon seeing the brown bear injured, Ling Tianyu thought that it was about to escape. However, it only paused for a moment before it pounced at him once more.


    Moreover, the brown bear had one claw on his throat.


    "Damn, looks like this guy wants to take revenge for that sword attack!"


    Ling Tianyu cursed in his heart. He did not know that the Rank 1 Demonic Beasts did not awaken their intelligence. Unless they had no other choice, they would not stop until they met an enemy.


    "Hmph, since you want to deliver yourself to my doorstep, then I won''t be polite!"


    Driving the Phantom Mirage once more, Ling Tianyu dodged the brown bear''s furious attack.


    At the same time, the long sword thrust out once again.


    Puff!


    Although the brown bear had used one claw to protect its throat, the sword still accurately stabbed into the bloody hole from before. This time, the sword had pierced three parts of the flesh and pierced through the throat.


    Before the brown bear could react, Ling Tianyu drew his sword and followed closely behind with a blood arrow.


    Roar!


    The brown bear was hit again and roared in madness. The more it struggled, the faster blood flowed from the hole.


    "I''ve wasted so much beast blood. How many pills can I concoct?"


    Ling Tianyu regretfully said as he hid far away and looked at the berserk brown bear.


    An hour later, the brown bear could no longer hold on and crashed to the ground.


    Only then did Ling Tianyu rush over and kill the brown bear with his sword once again. He began to collect its remaining blood.

 C15

    "One, two, three ¡­ Twelve! "


    Collecting the demon beast blood, Ling Tianyu carefully counted and found that there were still twelve bottles left. According to the price of ninety gold coins per bottle, that was already over one thousand gold coins.


    If he hadn''t lost any of the blood from earlier, he probably would have been able to store it in dozens of bottles.


    Although it was a pity, there was no other way around it. This kind of Demonic Beast was too powerful, it could not be subdued alive.


    After the beast blood was collected, Ling Tianyu began to collect the inner core. The inner core was the essence of the beast and was placed in the head.


    Ling Tianyu had spent a great deal of effort to retrieve the Beast Pill.


    It was a yellow pearl about the size of a longan fruit and it emitted pure spirit energy. However, it was a cultivation resource for demon beasts and could only be absorbed by human warriors through refinement.


    Keeping the inner core properly, Ling Tianyu peeled off the brown bear skin. As for the bear meat, he could only leave it here.


    The thing was too heavy, and just the bear skin was enough for a sack.


    "Yes, let''s go for another round and see if we can find any more spiritual herbs."


    After making up his mind, Ling Tianyu slung the gunny sack over his shoulder and left with widened strides.


    However, just as he walked more than ten meters away, he heard an alarmed cry come from behind him.


    "Yi, such a big brown bear was actually killed by someone. Which prodigal son of a bitch would leave such a fine piece of meat here?"


    After this voice rang out, another shout rang out. "Brat, stop right there."


    Upon hearing those words, Ling Tianyu stopped in his tracks and turned around to look at those people.


    He saw a group of ten people, led by a middle-aged man with a scar on his face. He carried a long-backed broad saber on his back, and had an evil and evil look on his face.


    Beside him was a purple-clothed woman dressed seductively. She snuggled up to the scarred man, her eyes filled with tender love.


    "Eh, didn''t I see that woman before I left the Cloud Mountain?"


    Ling Tianyu frowned. He clearly remembered that the purple-clothed woman had originally snuggled up to the jade-masked man like this.


    Right now, this woman was still the same as before, but the man had changed.


    Behind him were several fighters. One of them was a woman in red who was being escorted by two big men.


    That woman in red was one of the three people who came out of Cloud Mountain back then.


    The two women were there, but the jade-faced man was missing. Judging from their clothing, they were likely bandits. Clearly, those three people must have met them. The woman was captured, and the man was killed.


    However, the purple-clothed woman''s ability to change men was truly quick. She was able to cause a ruckus with the bandit leader within minutes.


    "You called me?"


    Ling Tianyu asked indifferently. Although there were many cultivators among the robbers, other than the leader of the bandits who was at the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm, the rest were only at the 6th or 7th level.


    This wasn''t something that was difficult for Ling Tianyu to deal with.


    After stepping into the ranks of the warriors, other than the fight with the brown bear earlier, no one had truly fought against the human warriors yet.


    As for his match with Ling Hao, that could be ignored at all.


    "Nonsense, other than you, is there anyone else here?"


    The scar-faced leader impatiently said: "Did you kill this brown bear?"


    Ling Tianyu nodded slightly. He didn''t deny it.


    "Very good, put that thing down and scram. Otherwise, I will turn you into a ghost under my blade."


    The moment the scar-faced man finished his words, the five men behind him ran up and surrounded Ling Tianyu.


    "Who are you? This thing is mine, why should I give it to you?"


    Ling Tianyu swept a glance at the five students and whispered intentionally.


    The scar-faced man laughed out loud when he heard this.


    "Hahaha, ask who we are, and I''ll tell you, we are from the Flying Cloud Camp."


    A pair of hands began to caress Scarface''s body in a dishonest manner. After that, she smiled at Ling Tianyu and said, "Aiyo, little brother, he is the number one village around Cloud Mountain. He is the boss of the Flying Cloud Camp, Hu Ben.


    The purple-clothed woman was incomparably flirtatious, her voice also causing one to feel numb all over. The scar-faced man''s entire body was practically burning with desire after being played by her. He simply couldn''t give up.


    "You slut, once this matter is over, see if I won''t settle it on the spot!"


    The scar-faced man smiled obscenely and pinched the purple-dressed woman''s plump butt twice.


    "Little brother, you can''t beat them, you should put down your things and leave." Behind him, the red clothed girl''s voice sounded, obviously having good intentions.


    "Ai, why is there such a huge difference between this person and the others?"


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself. He couldn''t help but have a better impression of this lady in red.


    "Alright, I''ll give it to you."


    Ling Tianyu let go of the hand that was holding the sack. The object landed on the ground and the five large men immediately revealed greedy gazes.


    In this moment of relaxation, Ling Tianyu unsheathed the sword in his hand.


    Once the sword was drawn, it would become one!


    The sword''s silhouette shook, and blood splattered everywhere. Every time the ''puchi'' sound was heard, a person''s life would be taken away.


    In but a few moments, five corpses were left behind.


    "The notoriety of the Flying Cloud Camp has spread far and wide. You guys probably did this sort of thing quite often in the past. Now that you''ve dared to take advantage of me, it''s the perfect time to get rid of this harm for the people!"


    Ling Tianyu slowly said as he held the bleeding longsword in his hand.


    He could clearly see that Ling Tianyu was only at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm. Logically speaking, those five people should be enough to deal with him. However, right now, there was a complete reversal. All five of them were killed.


    Ling Tianyu''s attack was sharp, causing the charming purple-dressed woman to immediately stop her actions, as she revealed a shocked expression.


    The red-clothed girl behind him also did not dare to believe it. She didn''t expect Ling Tianyu to be able to kill five people in an instant.


    "Brat, you dare to kill the people of my Flying Cloud Camp? "I think you''re the one who is hanging from a tree, you''re living for too long!"


    Hu Ben recovered from his shock and pushed the lady next to him. With a wave of his broadsword, he charged forward.


    As a martial artist at the ninth level of the Refinement Realm, Hubai''s strength was unparalleled. He was like a tiger with a long back, ready to strike at any moment.


    With a single slash of his saber, he was able to cleave mountains apart. However, since Ling Tianyu''s movement was proficient, he naturally wouldn''t meet him head on.


    With a rumbling sound, the great blade chopped down. It passed through Ling Tianyu''s figure and directly smashed into the ground, creating an extremely striking ravine.


    At this moment, Ling Tianyu''s sword stabbed forward with a cold gleam.


    Puff ¡­


    The long sword pierced through his body, leaving Hachi Chan, who was preparing to change his move, frozen on the spot, as though he had been struck by lightning.


    He lowered his head to look at the sword that pierced his chest, revealing an expression of disbelief.


    "How can he be so fast ¡­"


    HBen struggled to spit out a few words before slowly falling to the ground.


    "For the path of the sword, it does not matter!" Ling Tianyu said silently as he kept his sword.


    When the remaining two robbers saw that Hubai had been killed, they quickly retreated, leaving the woman in red behind as well.


    Ling Tianyu was not a bloodthirsty person. He glanced at them and said, "You may leave. If I find out that you still dare to be bandits, you will not be forgiven."

 C16

    In the world of martial artists, killing people was nothing out of the ordinary.


    Ling Tianyu did not panic just because this was his first time killing someone. Perhaps this was what a martial artist should do.


    With the death of the leader of the Flying Cloud Camp, he probably left without asking.


    "Are you alright?"


    Walking around the purple-dressed woman, Ling Tianyu walked towards the red-clothed woman behind her.


    "No ¡­." It''s fine, thank you, young master, for saving us. "


    The woman in red recovered from her shock after hearing that voice.


    Just as Ling Tianyu was about to ask him what had happened, a flirtatious voice came from behind.


    "This young master is really brave, my name is Liu Ziyi, the young master saved me, this little girl has no way to repay him ¡­" I can only pledge my life to you! "


    The purple-clothed woman blinked her eyes. She was extremely charming as she walked towards Ling Tianyu with her chest puffed up.


    However, this move didn''t seem to have any effect on Ling Tianyu.


    "Scram, otherwise you will accompany them to the underworld!" Upon seeing this kind of lady, Ling Tianyu immediately felt disgust. He raised his sword and spoke coldly.


    The purple-dressed woman immediately stopped walking, but her mouth was still laughing as she said, "Little brother, why are you so unromantic? I am ¡­"


    "Scram ¡­"


    Without waiting for Liu Ziyi to say anything, Ling Tianyu let out another furious roar. The purple-clothed woman did not dare to stay any longer. She fiercely glared at Ling Tianyu before quickly leaving.


    Only Ling Tianyu and the lady in red remained. Thus, Ling Tianyu kept his sword.


    "It''s already late. Miss should leave as soon as possible." Ling Tianyu said to the woman in red.


    After Liu Ziyi''s interference, Ling Tianyu didn''t have the mood to understand what had happened. He had already been out for three days, and now he had gained quite a lot. He only wanted to return early to refine pills.


    "Wait, does young master know Liu Ziyi''s background?" The woman in red hurriedly said.


    "Who cares what background she has. If she dares to come and bother me again, don''t blame me for being rude." Ling Tianyu said calmly.


    "Sigh, Young Master, you can''t!"


    "Why?"


    "Because Liu Ziyi is from the Liu Family in the Capital."


    Capital? A member of the Liu Family?


    Ling Tianyu frowned. Although he was not familiar with the Liu family, his identity as a person from the imperial city was still very well-known.


    However, the Liu Family was righteous and devoted to the country. Unexpectedly, they found Liu Ziyi who cultivated bewitching arts and seduced men all the time. The man that Young Master saw three days ago was my cousin, Nan Xing.


    "I had originally come with him to find medicine for my grandfather to treat his illness, but unexpectedly met Liu Ziyi on the way. My cousin was enchanted, so he let the young master see that shameful scene."


    The woman in red explained slowly, leaving Ling Tianyu confused.


    Why would people from the capital come to such a remote place? Moreover, where did this woman in red and Southern Star come from? How did they know about the matters of the imperial city?


    Without waiting for Ling Tianyu to speak, the lady in red explained once more.


    It turned out that the woman in red was called Qin Hongyu, a member of the Qin family in the imperial capital. The Qin family''s status was similar to the Liu family.


    However, because of old man Qin''s early campaign, he had left some hidden ailments in his body, which often broke out in the past few years. As a descendant of later generations, Qin Hongyu decided to go out to look for spiritual medicines and famous doctors to treat his illness.


    Southern Star was his cousin. The two of them had always been childhood friends, and they had an intimate relationship with each other. When he heard that Qin Hongyu was going out alone, he also followed.


    Initially, he thought that Nanxing truly treated him with sincerity and wanted to share his worries. However, when he came out, he went everywhere to stir up trouble. In the end, he was even bewitched by Liu Ziyi and cast Qin Hongyu aside.


    Now, the famous doctor did not manage to find any elixirs, and instead ended up like this. He almost entered the bandit''s nest and lost his chastity.


    "Miss Qin, why is Liu Ziyi here?" Ling Tianyu frowned. Could it be that someone from the Liu Family was sick as well?


    "The Liu Family cares about face. The appearance of such a junior makes them want to raise their heads in the capital. Therefore, they kicked Liu Ziyi out of the Liu Family. They just don''t know why she was here." However, no matter what, Liu Ziyi was still a member of the Liu Family. If someone killed him, he would be hunted down by the Liu Family. "


    Qin Hongyu explained.


    Ling Tianyu nodded his head as if he was deep in thought. While the reputation of the imperial city was important to them, they couldn''t cut off their bloodline emotions. If anything happened to Liu Ziyi, although it would only benefit the Liu Family, they would avenge her.


    However, even if Ling Tianyu knew about this, he wouldn''t compromise with others. If Liu Ziyi really dared to come and bother him, then he wouldn''t care about how powerful her background was.


    This was because one couldn''t be cowardly on the path of martial dao. All practitioners grew up in adversity.


    "Thank you for Miss Qin''s reminder. What about your cousin?"


    Ling Tianyu asked softly. He knew that the two of them had some feelings for each other. Although Southern Star was seduced by Liu Ziyi, if she was killed by a robber, it would inevitably cause her grief.


    "Him?" After talking about the Southern Stars, Qin Hongyu suddenly became angry, "He is too much. When we were leaving Cloud Mountain and met with bandits, that bastard directly sent us to the Flying Cloud Camp, but left by himself."


    "¡­"


    Ling Tianyu was speechless. Nan Xing was after all, a 9th level Body Refinement Realm martial artist. To think that he would do such a thing. He was truly worse than a beast.


    "It''s not like Miss Qin didn''t reap any rewards after coming out. At the very least, you should be able to see a person''s true nature. As for Old Man Qin''s illness, the so-called ''a worthy person naturally has the heavens''. You should go back first."


    Ling Tianyu advised. In his heart, Qin Hongyu was a decent woman; at the very least, she was a filial son.


    "Mm, I believe that my grandfather will get better. I can see that young master''s strength is extraordinary and he will definitely leave this place in the future. If he comes to the imperial capital, he will definitely come visit the Qin family!"


    Qin Hongyu''s impression of Ling Tianyu had also greatly increased. At the same time, she had also experienced Ling Tianyu''s strength.


    Although the road of martial artists was long and vast, and it was unknown how many years it would take for them to leave this place and head to the capital, Qin Hongyu still sincerely invited them.


    "Okay, when the time comes, I will definitely pay a visit to the Qin family."


    After which, Ling Tianyu picked up his gunny sack once more and walked out of Cloud Mountain.


    As she watched his back until he disappeared, Qin Hongyu prepared to leave.


    "Aiya, I forgot to ask his name?"


    Qin Hongyu suddenly slapped her forehead and turned around. There was no sign of her at all.


    "Forget it, we might not have any interactions in the future. It''s fine as long as we know his surname is Ling."


    Qin Hongyu looked again at the distance before quickly leaving.


    By the time he returned to Chu Yuncheng, the sky had already darkened.


    In order to not cause a sensation, Ling Tianyu casually found a medicine store and sold some of the materials that he didn''t need in exchange for the Qi Returning Pill and the Blood Replenishing Pill.


    Before he left, he bought a pill furnace from this medicine store. Otherwise, if he had the materials, without a pill furnace, what kind of pill would he be concocting?


    After doing all of this, Ling Tianyu returned to the Ling family.

 C17

    It was already late at night when Ling Tianyu returned home. Ling Feiyang was no longer in his room.


    Upon recalling pill forging, Ling Tianyu was naturally excited. He hurriedly closed the door and started to choose the ingredients to forge a pill.


    According to the records of the Primordius Pill Formula, the most important thing in refining pills was the control of one''s mental energy over the Pill Fire, followed by the selection of the ingredients.


    After spending nearly an hour, Ling Tianyu had sorted all of the ingredients. After counting them carefully, he found that there were forty sets of ingredients, thirty of which were for the Blood Replenishing Pill and ten for the Qi Returning Pill.


    After selecting the ingredients, he would naturally start the concocting of pills.


    Following the ratio of the pill formula, Ling Tianyu carefully placed a portion of the ingredients for the Blood Replenishing Pill into the pill furnace.


    Then, he started a fire. This fire was the fire of zhenqi, something that even a warrior could do. However, without strong mental control, it was impossible to refine pills even if the temperature of the fire was insufficient.


    Boom ¡­


    Lighting the fire, Ling Tianyu started to forge the pill with rapt attention. Following the instructions in the book, he started to observe every single movement within the cauldron.


    It was normal for a cauldron of pills to take two hours, but not even an hour had passed since Ling Tianyu started forging, and the fragrance of medicine wafted into the air from the cauldron.


    According to the records, this was the tempo of a pill forming process.


    "Eh? So refining pills is that simple?" Is the time required also so short? "


    Ling Tianyu was astonished, but at the same time, he was also delighted. If he were to successfully forge the pill, wouldn''t he be a genius in pill forging?


    Unfortunately, just as he finished thinking, black smoke came out from the pill furnace and an unpleasant burnt smell wafted out.


    "Damn, I failed!"


    Ling Tianyu cursed in his heart as he hurriedly opened the furnace. Other than the pitch-black dregs of the medicinal herbs, there was nothing else in the furnace.


    "What''s going on? Where is it wrong? "It''s clear that everything in the furnace is exactly the same as what is written in the books. As expected, pill refining is not something that can be done so easily."


    Even though he failed once, it didn''t dampen Ling Tianyu''s enthusiasm for pill forging. He took out the herb dregs from the cauldron and added another set of ingredients into the cauldron.


    He knew that failure was the mother of success. Without his master''s guidance, he could only figure out a way to succeed after repeated experiments.


    Unsurprisingly, the second time, the third time ¡­ They all failed!


    However, the more failures he failed, the more hope Ling Tianyu saw in him. This was because his pill forging technique had improved, to the point where three pills had taken shape. Even though it was still a failure, it had improved significantly.


    He failed again and again, experimenting again and again.


    For the past three days, Ling Tianyu had never stepped out of his courtyard.


    Ling Feiyang also did not come, because the Ling Family was already in a crisis.


    "Second Brother, I went to investigate and found that it was the Yang Family who hired a Grade One Alchemist Master named Gu Yun. Those mid-tier medicinal pills were all created by him!"


    In the Ling family''s meeting hall, all of the core members were seated.


    This was because two days ago, there was a news that came from the Yang family, that their market was selling cheap Grade 1 Blood Recovery Pills and Qi Returning Pills, and each pill was only priced at 100 gold coins.


    The effect of a mid-tier pill was not just slightly better than a low-tier pill. It was worth the same price as low-tier pills, but the effect of the pill was several times stronger. Naturally, it attracted many martial artists to go there.


    It had only been two days, but almost all the warriors in the Cloudburst City had been attracted by the Yang Family marketplace, but the Ling Family was deserted.


    As the Ling Family, which mainly focused on elixirs, this was just a huge blow. Thus, Ling Feiyang would head out to investigate while the others would make the appropriate preparations.


    However, a Tier 1 Pill Master was a huge existence in the Chu Yun City, the Ling family had no way to deal with it.


    "Gu Yun?" They were unfamiliar with this name.


    "The Yang family is truly powerful, to be able to hire a master alchemist!" Someone commented.


    "As far as I know, this Gu Yun came from Everlasting City and was invited by Song Guang. However, the Song Family does not deal with pills, so they used the Yang Family to attack my Ling Family."


    Ling Feiyang continued speaking.


    "Song Guang? This guy really holds a grudge. Isn''t it just that Tianyu let go of that Song Wushuang? " An elder said.


    "Hmph, it would be great if it was really that simple. The Song Family is ambitious and only wants to annex three families, we are only his first plan. If our Ling family falls, the Yang family will be the second family to be annexed by the Song family."


    Ling Zhengnan analyzed.


    "Hiss ¡­"


    Hearing this, everyone in the hall sucked in a breath of cold air.


    No one had expected the Song Family to be so ambitious.


    "Moreover, even if our Ling Family wins this time, the Song Family will take this opportunity to annex the Yang Family. When the two families merge into one, it will be easy to destroy our Ling Family!"


    Ling Zhengnan continued analyzing, making everyone feel a sense of urgency.


    However, the Yang family had Gu Yun, a Tier 1 alchemist master. If the Ling family wanted to win, the chances were slim.


    "Then what should we do now? With the current situation of the Ling Family, we can at most maintain ourselves for a month. "


    "One month!" Ling Zhengnan muttered to himself, "This is truly a death match. If I want to survive, I''ll have to go all out. Kill!"


    "Kill? Send people to assassinate Gu Yun? "


    Everyone understood.


    Ling Feiyang was silent for a moment, then said: "Old Second, this Gu Yun also has a background. He is the disciple of the second rank alchemist master of Everlasting City, Xiao He."


    What? Xiao He''s disciple?


    When everyone heard this, they were startled and almost jumped out of their skin.


    Although Gu Yun and the rest didn''t know each other, Xiao He''s reputation was like thunder in the ears. Apart from the Medicine King Manor, Xiao Yun was one of the few Tier 2 alchemist grandmasters.


    He was also the only alchemist other than the Medicine King Manor who could refine cultivation pills, the Snow Spirit Pill.


    It would be alright if Gu Yun was just an ordinary person, but if he was Xiao He''s disciple, things would be difficult.


    Everyone knew that offending a Tier 2 Pill Master would mean certain death. As long as he moved his mouth, countless cultivators would serve him.


    "Bastard, this Song Guang is truly resourceful. He actually managed to invite Master Xiao He''s disciple."


    Ling Zhengnan pondered for a while before standing up and asked, "Then, what is Gu Yun''s hobby?"


    Since he couldn''t kill them, he could only try and win them over. He believed that the reason Gu Yun was able to come to the Chu Yun City was because the Song and Yang Family had promised him many benefits.


    As long as the Ling Family could win Gu Yun over at the same price or with a higher reward, they might be able to solve this crisis.


    "Ugh ¡­" Gu Yun was extremely lustful. As soon as he arrived at the Yang Family, Yang Zhen prepared six beauties to sleep for him. That guy is really strong. On the second day, he could even open the furnace to refine pills. "


    Ling Feiyang continued speaking.


    "Lecherous? "Pill forging requires an incredible amount of mental energy. This fellow is truly extraordinary!"


    A scornful voice suddenly rang out in the hall.


    However, Ling Zhengnan frowned. If he was greedy for money, he could give it a try. However, in terms of beauties, would the Ling and Song families lack them?


    "Sigh, the heavens are really going to destroy my Ling family. Let''s disperse. Let me think about it carefully!"


    Ling Zhengnan helplessly sighed and waved his hand to dismiss everyone ¡­

 C18

    After the Ling Family''s discussion was over, Ling Feiyang did not stay any longer. He walked out of the main hall and headed towards his own small courtyard.


    Just as he was about to enter the small courtyard, he heard a loud ''bang''.


    Although the voices were loud, no one else came forward because everyone from the Ling Family was immersed in the crisis.


    "Tianyu is back?"


    Ling Feiyang muttered to himself and quickly headed towards the courtyard. This was because other than Ling Tianyu and himself, there was no one else in the courtyard.


    Just as he entered the small courtyard, a strong burnt smell assaulted his nostrils, mixed with a faint medicinal fragrance, which caused Ling Feiyang to be puzzled.


    When he pushed open the door, he saw a scene of utter devastation.


    The room was a mess, filled with black smoke, the floor was a mess, and fragments of pill furnaces could be seen everywhere.


    Ling Tianyu was seated on the floor. There were many holes in his clothes that had been burned by the Pill Fire. His face and hair were dyed black, and he looked like a miner who had crawled out of a coal kiln.


    Even so, his face was still filled with excitement as he clenched his fist tightly.


    "Tianyu, are you alright? Are you destroying the house?"


    Ling Feiyang quickly ran over to help Ling Tianyu up. Seeing that Ling Tianyu was fine, he finally relaxed and joked around.


    "No, I''m concocting pills. I accidentally blew up the furnace."


    "What?" "Pill refining, do you know how difficult it is to refine. The explosion of the pill furnace is no small matter, and some pill refiners even threw their lives into it."


    Ling Feiyang reproached, but in his heart, he still cared about Ling Tianyu''s safety.


    "Dad, it''s okay, I''m not like a kid who can play around. Moreover, concocting pills can also increase your cultivation."


    Ling Tianyu grinned. His pure-white teeth and black face looked as though he was from Africa.


    "Increase in cultivation base? Who told you that? Eh ¡­" Wait, you are actually at the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm? "


    Ling Feiyang stood up in shock. He stared at Ling Tianyu as though he had discovered a new continent.


    After how much time had passed, he actually advanced from the eighth level of the Refinement Realm to the ninth level of the Refinement Realm. As the Ling Family''s number one expert, Ling Hao had been stuck at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm for several months now.


    "That''s right, I had been concocting pills here for three days. If it wasn''t for a breakthrough, I wouldn''t have blown up the cauldron either." Ling Tianyu explained.


    "Hmph. Even so, you still need to think for your safety. The people who concoct pills are not even one in a million. In the future, you should focus on martial cultivation."


    Ling Feiyang snorted coldly. Everything that was dangerous for his son must be stopped.


    "But, I have already become an alchemist." Ling Tianyu said in a low voice and gradually loosened his grip on his fist.


    "Tianyu, how can becoming an alchemist be so easy ¡­" "We ¡­"


    As Ling Feiyang spoke bitterly, he suddenly noticed Ling Tianyu''s slightly opened right hand and froze on the spot.


    In Ling Tianyu''s palm were five thumb-sized, grey pills.


    "Blood Replenishing Pill?"


    Ling Feiyang cried out in shock. His family was in the pill business, so how could he not be familiar with these pills? He quickly took one and carefully observed it.


    "It''s even a Medial Grade Spirit Pill. This ¡­." You made this? "


    This time, Ling Feiyang could not remain calm. If Ling Tianyu was capable of refining medium-grade pills, then wouldn''t the Ling family''s crisis be easily resolved?


    Looking at his father''s agitated expression, Ling Tianyu blinked his eyes and nodded, "Indeed. Furthermore, this batch of pills will yield five pills, and there will be two mid-tier pills. According to the records, I am now a Tier 1 Pill Refiner."


    Other than the ranks of the apothecaries, apothecaries were divided into three ranks: grandmaster apothecary, apothecary, and apothecary.


    However, one could deduce the strength of an apothecary of the same level just by looking at the number of pills formed.


    According to the records of the Primordius Pill Formula, the maximum number for a batch of pills is nine. Furthermore, nine pills are not necessarily of high quality, nor are they all of medium quality. This mainly depends on the mental strength of the alchemist.


    For example, Gu Yun. Even though he was a pill master, he could only produce four pills in a single batch. There were only two mid-tier pills and the other two were low-tier pills.


    This time, Ling Tianyu had refined five pills. Among them, two were mid-tier and three were low-tier. From this, it could be seen that Ling Tianyu''s cultivation level was higher than Gu Yun''s.


    Other than the control of one''s Soul Depth, pill forging also requires one to be proficient in crafting skills. Thus, as long as enough time passes, Ling Tianyu''s pill forging skills will rise to a whole new level.


    "What?" Five of them? You... Is that true? "


    Ling Feiyang did not dare to believe it. He carefully examined the five pellets, and his heart was like a magnificent army that had thousands of men and horses flowing through it. He was extremely shocked.


    Alchemy master, this kind of accomplishment, was considered number one in Chu Yuncheng, yet it actually appeared in his Ling family.


    "En, if it wasn''t for my breakthrough at the last moment, then these five pills would all be mid-tier pills."


    Ling Tianyu was unrelenting in his speech, causing Ling Fei to stare at him as if he was a monster.


    "Dad, is there something on my face?"


    Seeing Ling Feiyang looking at him in such a manner, Ling Tianyu asked with a smile.


    "There are no flowers, but this black lacquer looks much better than the flowers." Ling Feiyang laughed loudly, then said, "Quickly go and wash up. I''ll bring you to see the master."


    A huge stone in Ling Feiyang''s heart finally fell to the ground. With the Ling Family having Ling Tianyu, he believed that they would definitely be able to resolve this crisis.


    An hour later, the two of them were walking towards Ling Zhengnan''s residence. On the way, Ling Feiyang recounted the entire Ling Family''s crisis from start to finish. This made Ling Tianyu extremely furious.


    "Father, what did you say?" The Song and Yang Families jointly hired an alchemist master to suppress our Ling Family''s business? "


    "Yes, I heard that Gu Yun is also the disciple of Everlasting City''s second-grade alchemy master, Xiao He." Ling Feiyang sighed helplessly. After all, Xiao He''s name was too resounding.


    "Master Xiao He has an extremely good reputation. Why would he allow his disciple to help the evil?" Ling Tianyu analyzed that everyone knew Xiao He''s name and his reputation.


    He was strict with his disciples and would definitely not allow them to make profits in private.


    "I think that Grandmaster Xiao He is unaware of the arrival of that Guyun, and furthermore, he doesn''t know the character of this disciple of his."


    Ling Tianyu spoke again. Ling Feiyang also nodded his head and said, "Trees are like shadows and people are like names. Even if you''re right, we don''t dare to act rashly.


    "Alright, I understand."


    Ling Tianyu nodded. Even though he had said so, there was a bottom line to everything he did. If he were to exceed this bottom line, the hare would bite him furiously.


    The two of them walked quickly and soon arrived at Ling Zhengnan''s room. The lights were still on inside the room, and the person inside looked extremely haggard.


    Ling Feiyang lightly knocked on the door.


    "Come in."


    A dispirited voice sounded out from inside as Ling Feiyang pushed open the door and entered with Ling Tianyu.


    "It''s all of you!"


    Ling Zhengnan looked up at the two of them and started to think again.


    The dignified first generation Patriarch was now in such low spirits. There was no trace of his former dignity.


    "Second brother, our Ling Family has hope."


    Ling Feiyang said quickly.


    This made Ling Zhengnan raise his head, and look at Ling Feiyang in confusion. He quickly asked, "You thought of a way?


    Ling Feiyang nodded and pointed at Ling Tianyu, saying, "It''s Tianyu. He can help our Ling Family survive this crisis."


    "Him?" Ling Zhengnan was surprised. He sized up Ling Tianyu and found that he had cultivated to the ninth level of the Body Refinement Realm. He smiled bitterly, "Big brother, since Tianyu was able to reach the ninth level in such a short time, his talent is definitely top-notch. However, to survive the crisis of the Ling Family, it is still not enough."


    "Number two, don''t underestimate Tianyu. This kid is a secretive person, he actually became a Tier 1 Pill Refiner."


    As Ling Feiyang spoke, he took out the five pills Ling Tianyu had refined.


    "What?" Tianyu is a grade-1 apothecary master? " Ling Zhengnan looked as surprised as if it was Ling Feiyang''s first time hearing about this.


    His gaze quickly shifted to the five pills, and a bright light shone in his eyes.


    "This was forged by Tianyu?"


    "That''s right." Ling Feiyang nodded, then explained the matter to the Dragon Martial Veins.


    This made Ling Zhengnan excited, but at the same time, he felt that it was too unbelievable.


    Ling Tianyu was a person who did not have any Martial Veins in the past. Yet, he had now become an extreme genius who dual cultivated in the alchemy. If this news were to spread out, wouldn''t the area within a few hundred miles be in chaos?

 C19

    After chatting for a while, Ling Zhengnan''s expression returned to his usual self.


    A Tier 1 Pill Master had appeared in the Ling family. This was something that was unique to the entire Chu Clan.


    "Tianyu, I will gather all of the Ling Family''s ingredients for you to refine pills and also announce to the Ling Family that you are in charge of everything related to medicinal pills."


    Ling Zhengnan was overjoyed as he hurriedly expressed his stance. If the Ling family did not attach any importance to such a talented person, then it would be a matter of heaven.


    "Wait ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu quickly waved his hand and said, "Clan Head, I am only fourteen years old. If this were to spread out, do you know the consequences?"


    He had to admit that Ling Tianyu was meticulous and soon touched on the crux of the problem.


    Although these geniuses were robbed by some large power or sect, it was hard to avoid them secretly being destroyed.


    After hearing this, Ling Zhengnan and Ling Feiyang looked at each other. The two of them started to ponder and unintentionally nodded their heads.


    "I think what Tianyu said is reasonable, number two, this must be kept a secret. Otherwise, if the Song and Yang families find out, they might do something to us."


    "Then how do we hide it?" Ling Zhengnan asked.


    Both of them frowned as they looked towards Ling Tianyu. Since this brat had said so, he definitely had a way to deal with it.


    "What are you guys looking at me for? I don''t have any ideas ¡­" Ling Tianyu rolled his eyes and said with a smile.


    The next day, a piece of news spread within the Ling Family.


    A mysterious master apothecary came to the Ling family and, upon seeing Ling Tianyu''s extraordinary aptitude, accepted him as his disciple. At the same time, he stimulated his martial arts to allow him to transform from a trash into a peerless genius.


    When this news spread, the entire Ling family was astonished. Alchemy master, just how great of a reputation was this? Moreover, to be able to cause Ling Tianyu to evolve, just by thinking about it, one could tell how powerful this alchemist was.


    "So that''s how it is. No wonder big brother Tianyu has become so powerful in just a few days." Ling Shuiyao''s black gem-like eyes were exceptionally beautiful, and her black hair was especially enchanting.


    "I wonder what tier of apothecary is at. If I can obtain the guidance of that elder, I might be able to reach the level of senior Tianyu."


    "Come on, those masters have weird temperaments. If you bring up this matter, maybe they will just slap you to death."


    The younger generation of the Ling Family were all discussing this matter. Ling Hao did not say a single word. Although he felt that it was unfair, his luck was heaven-defying.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, it seems like you won''t be able to stay in this Chu Yun City for long. I will definitely cultivate well and protect the Ling Family."


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll help you out!"


    Although there were many discussions in the Ling family, when they heard that the mysterious alchemist master was willing to help the Ling family through this crisis, everyone''s emotions immediately rose.


    In an instant, a large amount of medicinal herbs was transported into the Ling family''s residence. The small courtyard that Ling Tianyu lived in was already set up as a forbidden area because of what the ''mysterious alchemist'' master said. Apart from Ling Zhengnan and Ling Feiyang, no one was allowed to go near.


    A short week later, the Ling Family marketplace reopened and a piece of news spread throughout the entire Chu Yun City.


    "From today onwards, the Ling family marketplace will sell the mid-tier Blood Replenishing Pills and Qi Returning Pills for 90 gold coins."


    The spread of this news meant that the Ling Family''s counterattack had officially begun.


    Yang family.


    Song Guang and Yang Xiong were sitting around a table, leisurely sipping tea. In front of them, a group of maids were dancing and singing, enjoying the scene before them.


    "Brother Yang, quite some time has passed. The Ling family has not made any sound, and the marketplace has already been closed. I believe that soon, the Ling family will no longer exist."


    Song Guang drank a mouthful of tea and slowly placed the teacup on the table as he spoke.


    "Haha, it''s all thanks to Brother Song. It''s just that Great Master Gu is really spirited." Yang Zhi let out a loud laugh and suddenly looked towards the back of the house. He lowered his voice and if you listened carefully, the sound of soft breathing and moaning could be heard from time to time.


    Ever since Gu Yun came here, Yang Zhi had been greeting him with caution. Eating and drinking was good, but this woman had swapped out batches after batches. The reason was that Gu Yun had been playing with fresh food every night, and he didn''t even want one that he had slept with.


    Although Yang Chong tried his best to be satisfied, this would take a long time. Where would he find so many girls to feed this pervert?


    "Shh!" People like him all have weird temperaments. Brother Yang, please do not talk about it anymore. Moreover, the Ling family no longer has any future moves, so let''s just bear with it. "


    Song Guang reminded him with good intentions. Although it was a collaboration, all the resources came from the Yang Family.


    "Sigh, now it can only be like this. Brother Song''s fate is still the best. Miss Wushuang actually entered the empire''s Blue Sky Academy. It has already been a few days, right?"


    Yang Xiong sighed as he spoke.


    "Mmm, Wushuang''s talent is one of the top few amongst this batch of students, which makes her even more popular in the academy. Yesterday, I heard that her teacher wants to come to this Chu Yun City to have a look, to see how the Chu Yun City is able to produce such a talent."


    Song Guang said proudly.


    "Oh? Miss Wushuang and the teachers from Blue Sky Academy are coming? "


    "Yeah, there''s still half a month, right? When that time comes, we''ll have to make some preparations to welcome the academy''s experts."


    "Alright, if Miss Wushuang returns, then the Ling family will have no room for negotiation."


    A giant boulder dropped from Yang Xiong''s heart, and he was finally able to relax.


    "Brother Yang, you''re wrong. Do you think the Ling family can last for another half a month?"


    Song Guang shook his head. In his plan, he would make the Ling family disappear within ten days, and then welcome the teachers and students of Blue Sky Academy. Only then would the perfect ending be.


    However, just as he said that, a servant of the Yang family ran in anxiously.


    "You''re flustered. Can''t you see that there''s an important guest here?" Yang Xiong reprimanded.


    The servant glanced at Song Guang before reporting to Yang Chong, "Chief, the situation isn''t good. The Song Family''s marketplace has been reopened and we have mid-tier pills for sale. Furthermore, their prices are much cheaper than ours."


    "What?"


    When Yang Zhi and Song Guang heard this, they stood up at the same time with expressions of disbelief.


    "Patriarch, those martial practitioners who bought the pellets all went to the Ling Family marketplace after hearing the news."


    Bang


    Hearing this, Yang Xiong was angered, and he immediately flipped the tea table upside down.


    "Damn it, where did the Ling family get this mid-tier pill?" Yang Zhi angrily said.


    "Brother Yang, don''t be impatient ¡­"


    Song Guang waved his hand as his brows tightly knitted together. After pondering for a while, he said, "Brother Yang, please tell Master Gu Yun about this. I will investigate it when I get back. We will go to the Ling Family''s marketplace together."


    "Medium-rank pill, it is indeed a mid-rank pill, its price is cheaper than the Yang family''s, the efficacy seems to be better."


    In the Ling Family marketplace, a sea of people had gathered. Some martial practitioners who had already received the news were all present, surrounding the place so tightly that not even a drop of water could trickle through.


    Moreover, there were still many martial practitioners who knew about this late at night that were gathering here, causing the Ling Family marketplace to be overcrowded for a time.


    "What a cheap pill. There won''t be such a shop after this village."


    "Yes, I want to buy ten Blood Replenishing Pills this time."


    "I want to buy 20 ¡­"


    In just a single day, all of the pills Ling Tianyu forged within a week were sold out.


    This situation forced the Ling Family to come up with a plan to sell a limited amount of medicinal pills.


    The next day, when the pill was being sold, Song Guang, Yang Zhen, and Gu Yun came together to the Ling family''s marketplace.

 C20

    Song Guang, Yang Zhen, and Gu Yun''s arrival caused the atmosphere in the Ling family marketplace to tense up.


    Everyone knew that the battle between the Yang family and Ling family''s pills was already like fire and water.


    "Eh, Master Song and Master Yang''s presence really brings light to our humble dwelling."


    Just as the three of them reached the entrance, they coincidentally met Ling Feiyang who came out to announce the number of elixirs sold today.


    Ling Feiyang smiled as he glanced at the three of them. He naturally recognized Song Guang and Yang Xiong. As for that wretched middle-aged man, it was not hard to guess that he was Gu Yun.


    "The three of you, please wait a moment. Right now, there are too many people who are buying pills from the Ling Family. Please take responsibility."


    Ling Feiyang cupped his hands towards the three of them, then shouted to the crowd, "Everyone, the Ling Family''s elixirs are limited. Today, they will only sell thirty mid-tier Blood Replenishing Pills and twenty mid-tier Qi Returning Pills.


    Even though the crowd was packed, there were still fewer pills today. This was because many cultivators had already bought a lot, but there was a limit to how much Ling Tianyu could refine pills.


    The reason for that was because a cauldron of pellets required two hours. Ten furnaces per day, six pellets per furnace. Among them, there were five pellets of pellets, and also only fifty pellets.


    The Ling family did not stay either, and they all took it out for sale.


    In the past few days, Ling Tianyu had improved significantly in his pill forging skills. He had managed to form six pills in a single cauldron, and he even managed to obtain five mid-tier pills.


    Moreover, his cultivation had also increased significantly during the process of refining pills, and now he was already at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    Reaching the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm would allow one to attempt to open up the dantian, condense the qi whirlpool, and advance to the Congealing Realm.


    Ling Tianyu guessed that once he reached the Congealing Realm, he would definitely be promoted to a Tier 1 Pill Master. That way, he would be able to refine high grade pills.


    A fourteen year old Tier 1 Pill Master could be counted on one hand in the Empire of Feng Yun.


    "Ah, there are only fifty of them today."


    Hearing Ling Feiyang''s words, all the martial artists lined up. They were all worried that they wouldn''t be able to buy pills.


    "Hmph, Brother Ling actually has a mid-tier medicinal pill for sale. I wonder if you can make me buy one?"


    Song Guang coldly snorted when he saw the crowd scramble forward.


    "Oh? The Song Family''s main buyer? " Ling Feiyang glanced at him and pondered for a while before saying: "Since it is the main pill of the Song Family, how can we be so shameless to sell it? I''ll just give you one. "


    With that, Ling Feiyang called out to her, "Shui Yao, bring out a Mid Rank Qi Returning Pill and a Mid Rank Blood Recovery Pill."


    Just as she finished her sentence, Ling Shuiyao appeared at the door like a loli. In her hands were two transparent bottles containing two mid-tier medicinal pills.


    "Thank you, Brother Ling!"


    Song Guang took the two bottles and casually said.


    The purpose of their visit was to see if the mid-tier medicinal pills of the Ling family were real, and if the medicinal effects were as good as those refined by Gu Yun.


    Just as they were about to take it back and study it, Gu Yun suddenly took a step forward and grabbed Ling Shuiyao''s arm.


    "What are you doing?"


    Although she was only ten years old, Ling Shuiyao''s light pink dress was also exceptionally beautiful. That delicate face had already predicted that she would have a beautiful appearance in the future, a face that could topple cities and topple nations.


    "You''re hurting me." Ling Shuiyao shouted, struggling to shake off her arms.


    However, Gu Yun was a pill master, and his cultivation was also at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm. Her struggles were completely useless.


    "You''re courting death!"


    All of a sudden, Ling Feiyang made his move. With the aura of a Heavenly Dipper Sovereign, he directly sent a palm strike towards Gu Yun.


    Right now, even if Ling Feiyang knew about the background of the other party, he wouldn''t allow him to bully his own niece on his own doorstep, right?


    The Astral Energy of a Congealing Realm expert overflowed in all directions. The astral wind forced Gu Yun to retreat a few steps before the palm imprint even neared, and Ling Shuiyao also took the opportunity to retreat.


    However, Ling Feiyang''s palm, which could have been filled with anger, struck towards Gu Yun even though Ling Shuiyao had returned.


    "Brother Ling, stop!"


    At this moment, Yang Zhi and Song Guang blocked Gu Yun at the same time, a palm strike blocking Gu Yun''s attack.


    "Song Guang, Yang Jing, you dare to attack in front of my Ling Family in front of so many people. Do you really think my Ling Family has no one?"


    Ling Feiyang flung out his sleeves, standing in front of Ling Shuiyao and protecting her.


    "Brother Ling, this is a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding!" Song Guang smiled apologetically.


    However, Gu Yun continued to stare at Ling Shuiyao strangely. Instead, he took two steps forward and said, "I really didn''t expect to meet such a woman in this city."


    He seemed to be talking to himself, but the crowd was filled with doubt.


    Even Song Guang and Yang Zhi were puzzled. They were angry in their hearts, saying, "This guy is too perverted, he actually dared to attack Ling Shuiyao in public."


    Ling Shuiyao was Ling Zhengnan''s daughter, and if she angered the Ling family, all their previous efforts would be for naught.


    "Brother Ling, this is the Tier 1 alchemist grandmaster from Everlasting City, Gu Yun!" In order to avoid his own plan, Song Guang quickly introduced it.


    "Wow, he''s the Yang Family''s Tier 1 Pill Master?"


    "I''ve actually met an alchemist grandmaster ¡­"


    "With the appearance of the Yang family''s Alchemy Master, I wonder what the Ling family''s Alchemy Master would look like."


    The announcement of Gu Yun''s identity caused a commotion among the surrounding people. When Gu Yun heard this, he waved his sleeves and put on an air of arrogance.


    "It''s just a small Chu Yun City, you did not come for nothing, you must be a steward of the Ling family, I have taken a fancy to this little girl, as long as you agree to give her to me, you can do whatever you want. Of course, you can also give me Rank 2 middle Grade Medicinal Pills!"


    Guyun cleared his throat.


    The crowd was shocked when they heard this. Rank 2 pill, could it be that Gu Yun was a Tier 2 pill refining master?


    For the Ling Family of Cloudburst City, a mid-grade Second Order was a priceless treasure. Not to mention exchanging it for a Ling Shuiyao, even if it was half of the Ling Family, it would be more than enough.


    Gu Yun was an apothecary after all. Who would want to offend a 2-star apothecary for a single person?


    Many people began to worry for the Ling family. It was as easy as flipping his hand to destroy a Rank two alchemist grandmaster.


    What they didn''t know was that Gu Yun wasn''t a Tier 2 Pill Refiner at all, he was just borrowing his master''s fame.


    "Scram!"


    Unexpectedly, Ling Feiyang let out a furious roar, and once again, his aura burst forth as he tightly clenched his fists.


    They did not know that the Ling Family had already thoroughly figured out Gu Yun''s identity. Would they send a pervert like this out to send Ling Shuiyao?


    Furthermore, the Ling Family now had Ling Tianyu. They would not be afraid of Gu Yun''s influence at all. If one were to talk about Xiao He behind his back, Gu Yun probably wouldn''t even have the guts to stir up trouble.


    "You dare tell me to scram?" Gu Yun waved his sleeve, facing Ling Feiyang who dared to be angry but did not dare to move. Ling Feiyang was powerful, so if he made a move, he would definitely be killed with a single palm.


    However, he was once revered by everyone in Everlasting City, but now he was being shouted at to scram in this Chu Yun City. This humiliation was unbearable.


    "Do you know my identity?" Gu Yun continued.


    "I don''t care who you are. A Tier 1 Pill Master is very impressive. My Ling family also has one. If you dare to speak any more about the filth of Shui Yao, don''t blame me for killing you." Ling Feiyang strode forward with an imposing manner.


    Upon seeing this scene, Song Guang and Yang Zhi hurriedly pulled Gu Yun away as they whispered, "Grandmaster Gu, that woman is the daughter of the Ling family''s patriarch. Please don''t be rash, let''s talk about this when we return."


    Although Gu Yun was a lustful person, they all knew that he wasn''t trying to satisfy his lust by snatching people out in front of everyone. Therefore, they had to consider things carefully. If they were to fight face to face now, both of them would definitely suffer.


    "Hmph ¡­" Gu Yun steadied himself, glanced at Ling Shuiyao, and left unwillingly.


    "Brother Ling, I''m sorry!"


    Song Guang and Yang Xiong were good people, two of them were the heads of the Four Great Aristocratic Families, yet they were actually bowing and kneeling in front of a grandmaster alchemist.


    "Shui Yao, are you alright?"


    After the three left, Ling Feiyang asked in concern.


    "Uncle, I''m fine!" Ling Shuiyao shook her head and continued, "Uncle, I''m going to help Big Brother Tianyu!"

 C21

    "That''s right, it is indeed a mid-tier medicinal pill. According to the medicinal effects, it has only been recently refined."


    In the Yang Mansion, Gu Yun carefully studied the pill he got from the Ling family as he spoke with a serious expression.


    "Great Master Gu, then can you refine an even better pill? Otherwise, all that we have done will be for naught."


    Yang Xiong hurriedly asked.


    "Even better, isn''t this possible ¡­" Gu Yun said hesitantly.


    Hearing this, Yang Chong''s tensed heart immediately relaxed as he immediately said, "As long as Grandmaster Gu can refine an even better pill to defeat the Ling family, I will definitely find more beautiful women for Grandmaster Gu."


    In order to make the Ling family disappear completely, Yang Hong was willing to sacrifice himself. However, as the sound of his voice faded, there was no response from the Ling family.


    He saw that Gu Yun was still frowning.


    "Master Gu, what''s wrong?" Yang Xiong asked.


    "Uh, no problem. It''s not difficult for me to refine better pills, but you guys have to do something for me first."


    "What is it?"


    "It''s that little girl from the Ling family marketplace. You must get her for me."


    Hearing these words, Yang Zhi and Song Guang tightly knitted their brows as they disdainfully thought to themselves, "This guy doesn''t even have enough beauties, he actually won''t even let a ten-year-old young girl get away with it?"


    If it was anyone else, they would have been fine, but who was Ling Shuiyao? The precious daughter of the Ling Family Patriarch. If something were to happen to Ling Shuiyao, a great battle would definitely occur.


    If they could really exterminate the Ling Family, then why would Gu Yun be needed?


    Although both of them were thinking this in their hearts, they couldn''t say it out loud. Song Guang hesitated for a moment and asked, "Master Gu, if the Yang family doesn''t have this beautiful woman, my Song family will send her to you. As for that little girl, I think we should take her slowly."


    "No, if it wasn''t for that little girl, I wouldn''t have the confidence to refine even better pills." Gu Yun quickly said.


    What? He couldn''t concoct pills without Ling Shuiyao? This bastard ¡­


    Upon hearing Gu Yun''s words, Yang Zhi and Song Guang cursed him countless times.


    "Master Gu, that little girl is the precious daughter of the Ling family''s patriarch. If something were to happen to her, this entire Chu Yun City would be thrown into chaos." Yang Chong spoke with a stifled expression.


    "I don''t care, what does a small Chu Yun City count as in my eyes? "Let me tell you, I''m in a better position to speak. If my senior brother or master were to come, they would have taken that woman away immediately."


    Gu Yun raised his head and said in annoyance.


    These words caused the two to be even more speechless. If Xiao He saw this, then how could this little girl be worthy of a Grade 2 Alchemy Master to make a move against him?


    While the two of them were still confused, Gu Yun explained, "Let me tell you, that little girl is born with the nature of fire, and is very suitable to be a cauldron. She can help apothecaries level up."


    Ling Shuiyao was naturally a fire attribute alchemist, which was the first time they had heard of her. Perhaps it was because Gu Yun was an alchemist, that they were able to sense the fire attribute in her body.


    It had to be said that Gu Yun had a keen perception. The reason why Ling Shuiyao''s name carried water was because the fire element in her body had been throbbing when she was young, and she had almost lost her life.


    A few years ago, Ling Zhengnan had searched countless people for this matter, and had finally invited an expert to suppress him. In addition, he had added the word ''water'' in his name.


    From what that expert said, Shui Yao was born with a blazing body that contained a tremendous amount of energy. If she could control it, she would definitely be able to reach the peak of martial dao in the future.


    However, the probability of this happening was minuscule, and that was the case. The Ling Family had kept quiet about this matter.


    "Master Gu, you said that this Ling Shuiyao is born with fire?"


    "That''s right, the five elements of the human body, metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, were originally equal, but there are always some people with outstanding attributes, which is why his achievements were achieved. But that little girl''s fire attribute is especially outstanding; if I could absorb his fire attribute energy, then becoming a first-grade Grandmaster alchemist would not be difficult."


    "If I can refine high quality pills, then it would be as easy as flipping my hand to make the Ling Family disappear."


    Gu Yun directly threw out a bait after finishing his sentence.


    When they heard that he could refine high quality pellets and make the Ling family disappear, Yang Zhi and Song Guang''s eyes shone with a bright light.


    The two pondered for a moment, then looked at each other and said, "Great Master Gu, if we can really make the Ling Family disappear, then capturing Ling Shuiyao wouldn''t be much of a big deal."


    "Good, tonight I will continue to open the furnace to concoct pills and prepare to increase the grade of the pill. I hope you can bring him here as soon as possible."


    In the blink of an eye, three days had passed. The Ling family''s reputation as a medicinal pill had grown, to the point that it had even spread to several nearby towns and cities. The mysterious Tier 1 Pill Master had covered the Ling family with a mysterious veil.


    On the other hand, the Yang family marketplace was desolate and miserable. Even the shop assistants were sitting lazily on the side to rest.


    "Big brother Tianyu, can you let me meet your master?"


    It was night. In Ling Tianyu''s courtyard, the two of them had finished cleaning up. Ling Shuiyao''s curiosity was piqued as she blinked her large black eyes, appearing exceptionally adorable.


    Even though she was able to come here, he didn''t know that this pill was forged by Ling Tianyu.


    "Yao''er, Master, he ¡­ He doesn''t want to see anyone right now, so I''ll recommend him in the future. "


    Ling Tianyu said seriously.


    "Mm. Then, Big Brother Tianyu, I''ll be leaving first. You should rest early. If not, tomorrow, your master will be refining so many pills again. We''ll have to busy ourselves once more."


    The little girl lightly nodded, showing her teeth as she smiled, then turned around and left.


    These days, the little girl was really tired, she even forgot about such a big thing as cultivation.


    Looking at the girl''s faint figure, Ling Tianyu felt his heart flustered. He thought to himself, "Ling Tianyu, Ling Tianyu, Shui Yao stole the clan''s martial arts for you, yet you lied to her. Are you still human?"


    Although he wanted to, this matter was of great importance. If this matter were to spread, it would be detrimental to the entire Ling Family.


    "Yao''er, I hope you can forgive me in the future." Ling Tianyu closed his eyes silently.


    Suddenly, a slight sound rang out, causing Ling Tianyu to frown. Given his sharp senses, this sound came from a distance of one kilometer away.


    According to the time, this was the exact distance that Ling Shuiyao had covered.


    "Yao''er!"


    Ling Tianyu''s heart skipped a beat as a bad premonition welled up in his heart. He quickly grabbed a sword and dashed out.


    When they were one mile away, they saw three men in black carrying Ling Shuiyao over their shoulders as they quickly ran outside.


    "Halt!"


    Seeing this, Ling Tianyu bellowed and chased after him.


    Under his shout, the rest of the Ling Family quickly rushed out.


    However, they weren''t able to see the whereabouts of Ling Tianyu and the others. Thus, they could only rely on their senses to search for their direction.


    In the dead of the night, it was quiet on the east street of Cloudburst City. The three of them carried Ling Shuiyao on their backs at an extremely fast speed.


    However, Ling Tianyu was even faster. He had already surpassed the three of them and blocked their path.


    "Who are you? You actually dare to come to the Ling Family to kidnap people? "


    With a cold expression on his face, Ling Tianyu drew his sword from its scabbard, and a silver light flashed across it. A cold aura immediately threatened the three of them, causing them to halt in their tracks.


    Amongst the three of them, one of them was standing at the very front. He should be the one leading them, yet when he saw Ling Tianyu, he unexpectedly revealed a peculiar expression.


    "Ling Tianyu, so it''s you, trash!"


    "Don''t think that your performance in the Song Family is amazing. I want to see if your power is as the rumors say."


    The leader of the group said as he took out his weapon.


    He then said to the two people behind him, "Bring him back, I am here."


    As the sound of his voice faded, the two of them hesitated for a moment before beginning to retreat.

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    The two of them brought Ling Shuiyao further and further away, while the other stopped him to buy time.


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself: In order to save Ling Shuiyao, this person must be killed.


    Besides, he would never leave behind any trouble for those who dared to threaten him.


    However, just as Ling Tianyu was about to make his move, that person slowly removed the black cloth covering his face, revealing a familiar face.


    "Yang Lei?" Ling Tianyu said in shock, "Your Yang family knows that the pills cannot fight against the Ling family. You actually dare to abduct the daughter of the family head, so that the Ling family will not dare to use any weapons?"


    Ling Tianyu slowly calmed down. Now that he knew that Ling Shuiyao had been kidnapped by the Yang family, he was no longer as anxious as he was before.


    "Hahaha, Ling Tianyu, don''t think that just because you can inscribe words on the stone tablet that your cultivation is high. I, Yang Lei, do not believe in evil."


    Yang Lei laughed. This was the pride of the younger generation, he had to completely forget about the Yang family.


    "Ling Tianyu, come. Let me expose your little trick and let the world see if your strength comparable to a martial artist of the Congealing Realm can defeat me."


    Yang Lei was a martial artist at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm. He was one of the most talented young men in the past few hundred years. He naturally did not believe in Ling Tianyu''s cultivation.


    Furthermore, Ling Tianyu was currently at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm. How could he possibly be able to see through his cultivation?


    "Send Yao''er back to the Ling family, otherwise, I will definitely make the Yang family restless."


    Ling Tianyu said leisurely. His voice was extremely cold, as if it was a judgement from the depths of hell.


    "Causing our Yang Family to become restless? "Haha!" Yang Lei laughed maniacally, "Who do you think you are? Not to mention you, so what if it''s the entire Ling Family. After tonight, your Ling Family is doomed to be annihilated."


    After tonight?


    Ling Tianyu frowned as a bad premonition welled up in his heart.


    Seeing this, Yang Lei smiled and said, "What, you don''t understand, right? Today I''ll let you die to understand, Ling Shuiyao is a cauldron that Master Gu Yun has set his eyes on. After tonight, Master Gu will be promoted to a grandmaster alchemist, and then it will be the end of your Ling family."


    "What?" A cauldron? " Ling Tianyu jolted upon hearing these words and quickly thought of the records in the Primordius Pill Formula.


    Plus, with Ling Shuiyao''s innate fire body, even though no one in the outside world knew about it, he was still half a member of the Ling Family. Previously, the Ling Family had been in a mess over this matter, so there was no way he didn''t know.


    "Dammit, he should die ¡­"


    Ling Tian Yu''s anger rose. He never thought that the Yang family would capture Ling Shui Yao so that the shameless Gu Yun could make a cauldron for their alchemist to level up.


    "Hahaha, useless trash, do you understand? Angry? So what? You will not be able to witness the Ling Family being annihilated. Tonight, let me personally take care of you. "


    Yang Lei was still laughing maniacally as he slowly unsheathed his sword. His hatred for Ling Tianyu came partly from Ling Shuiyao, and partly from his jealousy in the martial way.


    As the young number one of the Yang family, he was very shrewd and was good at patience. But now, he was suppressed by a piece of trash. He must be very unhappy and wanted to get rid of Ling Tianyu as soon as possible.


    "Is that so? "In that case, there is no need for the Yang Family to exist. You can go to the Underworld to pave the way for the Yang Family."


    Ling Tianyu lifted his head abruptly. The Fine Steel Sword in his hand was glowing like snow, and the flower of the sword danced in the air.


    Once the sword was drawn, it would become one!


    As he used this move, Ling Tianyu''s Disappearing Shadow also reached its limit. In just an instant, he arrived in front of Yang Lei.


    Immediately after, with a flash of light, a voice resounded!


    Puff! "Chi!"


    Ling Tianyu was still smiling, and he was just about to strike out with his sword to block when he felt an ice-cold sensation penetrating his body.


    At this moment, he finally understood what was going on, and the smile on his face froze.


    "How, how could this be? You... What exactly is your cultivation level? "


    Yang Lei tried his best to ask this question, but he could feel his life rapidly slipping away.


    "You want to know my cultivation?" "Let me tell you, it''s more than enough to annihilate your Yang Family!" Ling Tianyu said slowly as he slowly pulled the sword out of Yang Lei''s chest.


    "Ah ¡­" Yang Lei slowly fell to the ground with a terrified expression.


    No one would believe that a good-for-nothing who had been bullied for fourteen years would suddenly become this powerful.


    Of course, Ling Tianyu definitely couldn''t destroy the entire Yang Family unless he could break through to the Congealing Realm.


    However, with his senses and strength at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, it shouldn''t be too difficult for him to deal with an Early Condensing Reality Realm martial artist.


    After killing Yang Lei, Ling Tianyu didn''t pursue Yang Lei in a hurry.


    "If Yao''er was sent to the Yang family, I can only think of a way to save her, otherwise I will definitely harm her life."


    He thought for a while, then quickly took off Yang Lei''s black clothes and put them on himself. Then, he ran towards the Yang family.


    At the same time, he was also praying that the two of them would enter the Yang Family slowly, so that he could ensure Ling Shuiyao''s safety.


    The Yang family, Yang Zhi, and Gu Yun were there. There were also a bunch of guards waiting for something in the Yang family''s main yard. The gate was wide open.


    "Chief Yang, why is he not here yet?" Gu Yun, who was standing at the side, looked anxiously towards the door. He knew that becoming a Tier 1 Pill Refiner was something a pill refiner yearned for the most.


    "Master Gu, you don''t have to worry about the Yang family''s work, they should be here soon!"


    Yang Xiong hurriedly said, his eyes also looked towards the door. As for who he sent out, only he knew.


    Not long after he finished speaking, he felt two men in black carrying a unconscious woman rushing over.


    "He''s here!"


    Someone shouted. Soon, two warriors entered the crowd''s line of sight and approached the gate.


    According to the previous arrangement, the moment a person entered, the door would be closed immediately.


    "Eh, where''s Lei''er?"


    He was a Mid Congealed Core realm martial artist, so he naturally knew that among the two black-clothed men, he did not have a son of his own.


    "Chief Yang, quickly bring him in."


    Gu Yun saw Yang Zhen''s hesitation and immediately urged. In his eyes, there was only Ling Shuiyao.


    Hearing Gu Yun''s words, Yang Zhi took a glance at Gu Yun, and when he looked at the two black-clad men near the gate, ready to receive them, he saw a black-clad man dashing towards him at a rapid pace.


    "Lei''er?"


    Seeing that person, Yang Hong''s wrinkled brows finally relaxed. Seeing that Yang Lei had caught up to the two people in front of him, he felt relieved.


    However, just as he moved, he saw a cold light flash in front of the gate, and two blood blossoms splashed out. As for ''Yang Lei'', he easily caught the unconscious Ling Shuiyao and quickly retreated.


    What was going on?


    This scene was played out in front of the Yang Family compound. Everyone there was full of question marks, and no one knew why.


    This time, even Yang Zhi was stupefied. He saw with his own eyes that the two men from the Yang family were killed by his own son.


    Could it be that his son liked that girl? However, this was impossible. If his son liked it, he would never go and capture him.


    "Chief Yang, quickly take him back!"


    Gu Yun was still only concerned with Ling Shuiyao. Everything else had been thrown out of his mind, so he shouted at the first possible moment.


    It was because of this cry that Yang Zhi immediately sobered up. That person definitely wasn''t his son.


    "Chase, surround them!" Yang Chong gave the order.

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    "Chase!"


    With a loud shout from Yang Xiong, everyone chased after the direction that Ling Tianyu left in.


    Even though Ling Tianyu had displayed the Phantom Shadow Steps to his limit, the gap in cultivation was still impossible to make up for. Furthermore, he was carrying Ling Shuiyao on his back, which caused Yang Zhi to get closer and closer to him.


    "Strange, who is this person? He''s clearly only at the tenth level of the Body Refinement Realm, but his speed is so fast. "


    At the same time, Yang Xiong had a face full of doubt. He thought to himself, it seems that no one in the Ling Family possessed such agility and agility.


    When it came to those who were at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, the Ling Family only had a few guards. Looking at his movement technique, he was definitely not one of them.


    "Halt!"


    In a few seconds, he arrived in front of Ling Tianyu and unleashed a violent gale, causing Ling Tianyu to stop in his tracks as he quickly dodged to the side.


    Due to him not knowing the identity of this person, Yang Zhi did not use his full strength. The main reason was because of that mysterious alchemist from the Ling family.


    Being able to refine a grade-1 mid-rank pill, his status would definitely be extraordinary. If he recklessly killed him, it would bring a lot of trouble to the Yang family.


    "Who are you?" Why are you going against my Ling family? Where is my son, Yang Lei? "


    Yang Chong looked at Ling Tianyu vigilantly as he asked expressionlessly.


    Although he was worried, he was still worried about his son, so he asked three questions in a row.


    Ling Tianyu was still carrying Ling Shuiyao on his back. Only a pair of black eyes could be seen from the black cloth covering his face.


    He looked at Yang Chong and said in a low voice, "You must be the Yang family''s patriarch. I have roamed the martial arts world for dozens of years, and now, I have been forced to stay in this mountain and wilderness. However, I have no choice but to repay the Ling family''s kindness!"


    The voice that came from within the black cloth carried with it an aged and calm aura, causing Yang Zhen to furrow his brows.


    With just this, Yang Jin was no longer able to remain calm. Such a profound movement technique, such cultivation, in addition to the Ling family''s Grade 1 middle tier pills, made him suspect that this was the Ling family''s mysterious alchemist.


    At this moment, the rest of the Yang family had also caught up, surrounding Ling Tianyu.


    "Go, snatch that little girl for me!"


    Gu Yun gasped for breath as he commanded.


    "Wait, without my order, no one is allowed to act rashly."


    This matter was related to the life and death of the Yang Family, so he didn''t dare to act rashly.


    "Chief Yang, why is this?" Gu Yun was confused.


    "Great Master Gu, this is the Ling family''s mysterious alchemist ¡­"


    "What?" Is it him? " Gu Yun did not know him, but after hearing Yang Zhen''s words, he knitted his brows and looked towards Ling Tianyu.


    He gathered his spirit energy, wanting to see through Ling Tianyu thoroughly. However, the moment his spirit energy touched Ling Tianyu, it was repelled by his spirit energy, making it impossible for him to get close to him.


    "He really is an apothecary! Quickly, tell me, who are you?" Gu Yun coldly said as he pointed at Ling Tianyu.


    "Hmph, you all aren''t qualified to know this old man''s name. Even if you''re Master Xiao He, you''re just a small Doyle!" Knowing that Gu Yun couldn''t see through him, Ling Tianyu exaggerated his words even more.


    Indeed, Gu Yun was stunned by these words.


    "What?" What did you say? " Gu Yun kept asking, but his heart was pounding wildly. Even the Empire of Feng Yun had to show some respect to Xiao He''s name, but now there was actually someone who couldn''t win against little Doyle. Then, what was the background of this person?


    The more Yang Zhi heard, the more shocked he became. Right now, he didn''t even bother to ask about the safety of his own son, Yang Lei. Who would dare to offend such an alchemist?


    "This old man has said everything. If I had the strength back then, the Empire of Feng Yun would have been annihilated in front of me!" Ling Tianyu added.


    This time, the guards and the rest of the Yang family also understood. If he could destroy the Wind and Cloud Empire, then how powerful was he?


    "Sigh, looks like the Ling Family deserves to die!" Yang Xiong silently thought in his heart.


    Just as he was about to let her go, Gu Yun''s hearty laughter rang out.


    "Hahaha, so you were forced to this stage. That means there are many people who want you dead, so what if you were strong before? You''re only at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm right now. If we kill you, perhaps we will be able to obtain an unexpected harvest."


    Hearing this, Yang Xiong''s eyes suddenly lit up. Gu Yun''s words were not without reason.


    "Moreover, the Yang family and the Ling family are mortal enemies. If your cultivation recovers, will the Yang family still exist in the future?"


    Gu Yun''s words caused Yang Zhi to be increasingly frightened. At the same time, Ling Tianyu was also extremely anxious. If this continued, not only would he not be able to save Ling Shuiyao, he would also be unable to escape.


    "Sigh, I really can''t blame myself for talking too much. What''s the point of saying so much!" Tomorrow, he sighed inwardly.


    But now, no matter how dangerous it was, he had to kill Gu Yun. It was all because of him.


    Ling Tianyu''s gaze turned towards Gu Yun. He suddenly wielded his Fine Steel Sword and shot towards Gu Yun with quick steps. Even with Ling Shuiyao on his back, his speed did not slow down in the slightest.


    "Stop!"


    At the same time his body moved, Yang Zhi let out a loud shout and rushed towards Gu Yun. He sent out a palm strike towards Ling Tianyu in an attempt to save Gu Yun.


    Puff!


    Bang!


    However, Yang Chong''s speed was still slower by a little bit. Although the Astral Energy he emitted struck Ling Tianyu, he was still sent flying.


    However, before this, Ling Tianyu''s Fine Steel Sword had already pierced through Gu Yun''s throat and was about to pierce through.


    That steel sword was still inlaid on Gu Yun''s neck.


    "Master Gu!"


    Yang Chin hurriedly supported his slightly collapsed body. Gu Yun''s eyes were still open and he stared in Ling Tianyu''s direction with an expression of disbelief.


    Although he was unwilling, there was nothing he could do at the moment.


    As a grandmaster apothecary, he thought that he could command the wind and rain in the small Chu Yun City. Yet, to think that he would come to a foreign land instead.


    Who would have thought that someone would dare to attack him here?


    "Capture him and hand him over to Grandmaster Xiao He!"


    Yang Zhao ordered, Gu Yun was Xiao He''s disciple, and now something happened in the Yang family, if Xiao He asks, the Yang family will be destroyed, and the only chance now is to catch the culprit.


    Right now, he couldn''t care less who this person was. He only needed to capture him and hand him over to Xiao He.


    After Ling Tianyu received that palm, he was already injured. In addition, he also needed to protect Ling Shuiyao, which was a huge blow to his vitality.


    Seeing the oncoming Yang family guards, Ling Tianyu retreated rapidly.


    However, before he could even take a few steps, he was surrounded.


    "It seems like a fierce battle is unavoidable!"


    Ling Tianyu glanced at the guards and made his move first.


    Bang!


    He threw a punch at a warrior who was not very strong. That warrior''s chest was caved in, and he fell to the ground, dead.


    Ling Tianyu seized the opportunity to seize the sword in Zhang Xuan''s hands, and following immediately, a series of sword flowers danced in the air.


    Puff puff puff!


    Many martial artists on the field fell to the ground, leaving behind only a few guards at the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    Ling Tianyu held his sword as he stood there, panting heavily.


    "Sword drawn as one, you are a member of the Ling family!"


    Yang Chong finally saw through what was going on. He put down Gu Yun, clenched his fists, and walked step by step towards Ling Tianyu.

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    "Who the hell are you? Since when did the Ling Family have a top figure like you? "


    Yang Zhao strode over and stood in front of Ling Tianyu. The remaining Early Condensing Reality Realm martial artists stood in three different directions to prevent Ling Tianyu from escaping.


    "Patriarch Yang wholeheartedly wants the Ling Family to disappear without a trace, moreover, victory is already in his grasp. Naturally, he will not go and get to know the Ling Family any further."


    Knowing that his identity had been exposed, Ling Tianyu didn''t try to conceal his identity anymore. Thus, he returned to his original voice.


    "You ¡­ You are that trash Ling Tianyu? "


    Hearing his voice, Yang Zhi instantly guessed what was going on. However, his eyes still had a look of disbelief as he muttered to himself, "How is this possible? He''s actually at the 10th level of the Refinement Realm? How long has it been?"


    Thinking back to the Song Family''s wedding ceremony, Yang Jin was shocked. This kind of talent was really too terrifying.


    Thinking up to this point, Yang Zhi secretly rejoiced. No matter what, he had to get rid of Ling Tianyu today.


    "Where is my son, Yang Lei?"


    Before killing Ling Tianyu, he naturally had to ask about the movements of his son.


    "Yang Lei?" That guy went to the Underworld a long time ago! "


    Ling Tianyu grinned and simply admitted it. Even though he could not escape now, he still had the power to protect his life. That was the Heavenly Jade Pendant.


    Although it wasn''t completely refined, it could at least be used to hide.


    "Sigh, I didn''t expect to use the high grade goods so soon."


    Ling Tianyun sighed in his heart. Unless absolutely necessary, it''s best not to use it.


    "You killed Lei''er?" Yang Chong was gnashing his teeth and his veins were popping out. Yang Lei was the only heir to the Yang family.


    "You ¡­ "Damn it!"


    Yang Hong was completely enraged, and the last few words were completely sprung out from his gritted teeth. Aura appeared around him as they gathered. He wanted to smash Ling Tianyu into pieces to avenge Yang Lei.


    Ling Tianyu was carrying Ling Shuiyao on his back. He was currently staring at Yang Zhi with a grave expression. At the same time, he was communicating with the jade pendant, preparing to hide inside.


    At this moment, a strong aura approached and a familiar figure blocked his path. This figure also possessed the same strength as Yang Zhi.


    Bang!


    The astral wind shot out in all directions, but the figure in front of him did not move an inch. Yang Zhi, on the other hand, took a few steps back.


    "Ling Feiyang!"


    Seeing the newcomer, Yang Chong gnashed his teeth in anger.


    Upon hearing the voice, a rock fell from Ling Tianyu''s heart, and he fainted on the spot.


    Soon, Ling Zhengnan, Ling Yu, and the others arrived one after another ¡­


    "Ugh!"


    In the Ling family''s courtyard, Ling Tianyu slowly woke up.


    What entered his vision was an exquisite and beautiful face; it was without a doubt Ling Shuiyao.


    "Big brother Tianyu, you''re awake!"


    Seeing that Ling Tianyu had woken up, Ling Shuiyao happily called out, and then she heard the sound of the door opening.


    Ling Zhengnan, Ling Feiyang, and the others entered one after another.


    Big brother Tianyu, wuu ¡­." "It''s all my fault, I almost made you lose your life.


    Although she was happy to see Ling Tianyu wake up, when she thought about what her father had said about that night, the little girl immediately burst into tears.


    "Yao''er, I don''t blame you. Moreover, am I not fine?"


    Ling Tianyu smiled as he comforted her. He then glanced at Ling Feiyang and teased, "Yao`er, your father is here. If you keep on crying like this, it won''t be good."


    The little girl looked back and quickly wiped her tears away.


    That night, even though Ling Tianyu was in danger, when the Ling Family''s people arrived, no matter how much Yang Hong hated Ling Feiyang, he could not do anything. Not to mention Ling Feiyang''s unparalleled combat prowess, even Ling Zhengnan would find it hard to deal with him.


    Therefore, he could only watch as the Ling Family took them away.


    As for the Ling Family, they didn''t intentionally find out the truth of the matter. They knew that Ling Tianyu would explain everything after waking up.


    As for the matter with Gu Yun, Yang Xiong was burning with anxiety and went straight to the Song Family that very night.


    "You are really bold, you dare to face the entire Yang Family alone. If we were a step later, you and Yao`er would have been dead."


    Even though Ling Zhengnan reprimanded him, he was still in a good mood. They had seen Ling Tianyu''s growth with their own eyes.


    Furthermore, Ling Tianyu''s strength was extraordinary. That night, he had killed Gu Yun, who was at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm, as well as seven or eight Yang family guards.


    This kind of strength, was comparable to an Early Condensing Reality Realm martial artist.


    "Yu''er, what''s wrong with you?" Ling Feiyang asked in concern.


    Ling Tianyu circulated his zhenqi around his body and examined it carefully. However, he didn''t find anything amiss.


    "Dad, I''m fine now. It''s all thanks to you arriving in time!"


    Even though he possessed the Heavenly Jade Pendant, Ling Tianyu would never say it out loud.


    "Hmph, if we didn''t notice you killing Yang Lei, we wouldn''t have gone to the Yang family. You kid, you have to inform us of your actions in the future."


    The rest of the people nodded their heads as well.


    Ling Tianyu rubbed his nose, looked at Ling Shuiyao, and nodded. "Alright, I understand!"


    However, he thought to himself: If you know that the one who took Shui Yao away was the Yang Family, then I''ll definitely inform you. The problem is that you don''t know who it is.


    Actually, everyone knew in their hearts that it was just that Ling Tianyu was a genius, and no one in the Ling family wanted anything to happen to him.


    Just as Ling Zhengnan was about to say something, Ling Tianyu suddenly felt a strong surge of zhenqi appearing in his body.


    He frowned and quickly jumped up from the bed, then ran out of the room like a wisp of smoke.


    "Hey, where are you going?"


    Ling Feiyang shouted, and everyone quickly turned around. Could it be that there was something wrong with this brat''s body?


    Just as they were about to give chase and investigate, a small voice came from the sky.


    "I''m going to go into seclusion to break through!"


    What? Breakthrough?


    Everyone was stunned when they heard this.


    "Is this guy a monster? How long has it been since he reached the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm? He''s about to break through again."


    "Tenth level of the Body Refinement Realm. If I were to break through, wouldn''t that mean I would break through to the Congealing Realm?"


    "Congealing Realm. Our Ling family is about to produce another expert."


    They were all very excited, but when they thought about how Ling Tianyu had killed Gu Yun, they all frowned.


    "Number two, I think it''s better if we take the initiative to explain this to Master Xiao He." Ling Feiyang said.


    "That''s right, Grandmaster Xiao He has an extremely good reputation. If he knew what Gu Yun was doing in Chu, he might not pursue the matter." Ling Yu also stepped forward to make a suggestion.


    "I know, but this rumor might not be true. However, for the sake of Tianyu, we can only give it a try. Even if a great disaster comes, we, the Ling Family, will bear this burden together!"


    Breaking through to the Congealing Realm meant opening up one''s Dan Sea and condensing a Zhen Qi whirlpool within one''s body. It could store Zhen Qi and transform it into True Qi when attacking.


    Ling Tianyu first opened his Dan Sea, and then condensed a whirlpool of true energy. For him, these things weren''t difficult to accomplish. But in just four hours, Ling Tianyu successfully advanced to the Congealing Realm.


    "A martial artist, this is a true martial artist. Father, just you wait. One day, I will definitely ascend to the peak of martial arts and meet you!" Ling Tianyu looked up at the sky as he stuttered. A light flashed across his eyes ¡­

 C25

    Dong ¡­


    After Ling Tianyu broke through to the Congealing Realm, a deafening sound rang out in his mind.


    Then, a deep voice sounded.


    "Yu''er, although I left a Heavenly Jade Pendant for you, since you have a Heaven Grade Martial Veins, your cultivation has grown too fast. I have to be prepared for you, this Hidden Technique can help you conceal your cultivation and aura, even Heaven Grade Martial Disciples will not be able to easily detect you."


    After the voice disappeared, a message appeared. This was the chant for the Hidden Arts and the meaning behind it.


    After Ling Tianyu finished reading, a smile appeared on his face. At the same time, he was also shocked at his father''s strength. Any technique he used would make it impossible for even a Heaven Realm cultivator to check.


    In their eyes, the Heaven Realm warriors were legendary existences.


    After a moment of careful observation, Ling Tianyu had already mastered it. The aura on his body also started to change. Gradually, he went from a Congealed Divinity Realm to a Level 1 Body Refinement Realm cultivator.


    Then, he slowly leveled up. Body Refinement Realm, Level 1, Level 2 ¡­ Repeated changes.


    In the end, his cultivation was fixed at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm. Only this kind of cultivation was the most suitable for the situation in the Cloudburst City.


    "Hidden Arts, is indeed a good thing. Hehe, with this Hidden Arts, I can catch people off guard in the future. "


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself, "Now that I''ve broken through to the Congealing Realm, I can also learn and use the second and third forms of the Void Spirit Sword Intent."


    The second style was filled with sword qi, in fact, it was produced by the Astral Qi. Ling Tianyu''s Dan Sea was huge, and contained more true energy than other martial artists. Even though he was at the early stage of the Congealing Realm, his strength should be comparable to a middle stage Congealing Realm martial artist.


    The third stance, Flowing Wind and Thunder, was the sublimation of the second style. As long as one was proficient in the second style, the sound of wind and thunder could be heard, and the opponent would be intimidated.


    "Ai, but I still lack a good sword."


    Ling Tianyu was one of the few who was impressed. With a series of gestures, the only thing missing was a suitable weapon.


    However, how could there be such a high-level weapon in the mountains and plains of Cloudburst City?


    "What is that stinking brat doing?" "It has been a long time since he entered, and he still hasn''t come out. Could it be that he has failed to achieve a breakthrough?"


    "How is this possible? With Yu''er''s talent, she should be able to smoothly advance into the Congealing Realm."


    "But, what is he doing? It''s been a long time since I''ve had two breakthroughs. "


    Ling Feiyang and the rest discussed quietly outside, feeling extremely anxious.


    Normally, a Body Refinement realm martial artist at the tenth level would only need four hours to break through to the Body Refinement realm. However, Ling Tianyu had already entered for a good half a day.


    What they did not know was that Ling Tianyu had cultivated Hidden Arts and was familiar with the Spirit Void Sword Intent. Otherwise, he would have come out long ago.


    "Perhaps because brother Tianyu''s injuries have yet to recover, he''s delayed for time."


    While they were worrying, the little girl casually made some guesses which made them even more anxious.


    "Makes sense. Did something happen to Yu''er inside?"


    Ling Feiyang was the most anxious as he prepared to rush in to investigate.


    Right at that moment, the door creaked open.


    "Yu''er!"


    "Big brother Tianyu!"


    Seeing Ling Tianyu''s refreshing look, the crowd heaved a sigh of relief.


    Upon seeing Ling Tianyu''s cultivation, the few of them widened their eyes in shock.


    "Yu''er, you ¡­" Why is your cultivation returning more and more, at the 8th level of the Body Refinement Realm? "


    Ling Feiyang''s mouth slightly opened, his face filled with disbelief.


    Before entering, Ling Tianyu was already at the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm. To think that he would be pushed back upon entering, this was something that had never happened before.


    It was the same for Ling Zhengnan and Ling Yu. They didn''t know what was going on for a while.


    "Big brother Tianyu, you ¡­"


    Just as the little girl was about to ask, Ling Tianyu hurriedly waved his hands and smiled, "Clan Head, Father, Third Uncle, I''m fine."


    "Are you alright? "You stinking brat, hurry up and tell us what''s going on!" Ling Feiyang scolded.


    Ling Tianyu took out a sword and asked, "Father, shall we spar?"


    After which, Ling Tianyu leaped into the air, and his body flew gracefully in the air before landing steadily in the center of the courtyard.


    A leap of several feet and a body as light as a swallow, this was an ability only a martial artist of the Congealing Realm had.


    They rubbed their eyes and were astonished.


    "Yu''er, you''ve already broken through?" But your cultivation? "


    "Father, come on, don''t hold back."


    Ling Tianyu didn''t want to explain too much. He knew how powerful his father was, so he didn''t want to reveal the Hidden Arts. Otherwise, it might cause unnecessary trouble.


    "Alright, let me exchange a few moves with you."


    Being provoked by Ling Tianyu, Ling Feiyang''s fighting spirit immediately surged. The others also consciously retreated to the side to protect him.


    It was rare to see a younger generation of the Ling Family challenging the Ling Family''s most powerful, Ling Feiyang. However, there were only five of them in this small courtyard.


    "Brat, watch carefully. Sword Qi!"


    Ling Feiyang laughed out loud. Using his hand as a sword, he activated his Supreme Force. Instantly, a sword light appeared in the air and shot straight at Ling Tianyu.


    "Dad, your move is too weak!"


    Ling Tianyu laughed disdainfully. His mental strength was strong, and the trajectory of all the sword light was revealed before his eyes.


    With a flash, he disappeared in a blur.


    Pfft, pfft, pfft, pfft ¡­


    All that the sword qi penetrated through were Ling Tianyu''s figures. Even if there were some minor flaws, Ling Tianyu would still be able to dodge them accurately.


    "Oh, boy, your footwork is pretty good."


    Ling Feiyang praised as he attacked. Ling Zhengnan and the others could not help but nod in agreement.


    "Big Brother Tianyu, you can do it!" The girl was all smiles as she shouted happily.


    "Dad, use your full strength. If you lose, you won''t be able to lose face." Ling Tianyu chuckled.


    "You want to defeat me? "Kid, you should cultivate for a few more years." Ling Feiyang said disdainfully, and immediately began to unleash his surging wind and lightning.


    BOOM!


    Thunder covered the sky, the wind was blowing, and the clouds were surging. The sword light was even sharper than before.


    "Stinking brat, admit defeat!"


    This move had sealed off almost all of Ling Tianyu''s escape routes. Ling Feiyang was filled with confidence.


    However, Ling Tianyu did not dodge. He stared at the sword light and the longsword in his hand started to move. The sword move was precisely the same as Ling Feiyang''s, the Surge of Wind and Lightning.


    However, Ling Tianyu''s spirit gathering technique was much more powerful than the sword moves Ling Feiyang had sent out.


    When everyone saw this, their faces were all filled with amazement, their mouths gaping so wide that a duck egg could be stuffed inside.


    Even Ling Feiyang was stunned by his own son''s sword moves.


    Rumble, rumble!


    Thunder and wind were both powerful as sword light suffused the courtyard.


    Bang!


    As the two attacks collided, wind swept away clouds and strong gales flew in all directions. Ling Zhengnan hurriedly moved to protect Ling Shuiyao, while Ling Yu and the others moved together to quell the riots.


    Moments later, the courtyard quietened down. Ling Feiyang had a dejected look on his face, but Ling Tianyu remained as usual.


    "Yu''er, what level of strength is this?"


    Ling Feiyang was excited. Even though he hadn''t used his full strength, Ling Tianyu had only just broken through to the Congealed Spirit Realm. He was almost at the same level as him.


    Furthermore, he believed that Ling Tianyu had not used his full strength. If he were to go all out, it was unknown who would win.


    Aside from Ling Feiyang, Ling Zhengnan and the rest all had suspicious looks on their faces. In terms of cultivation, he was indeed at the 8th level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    "Father, Patriarch!" "Only the few of us know about this, don''t spread it. When the time comes, I will tell you."


    Ling Tianyu said mysteriously, causing the few of them to stare at one another in bewilderment.


    Right now, they even suspected that there was a mysterious pill refiner helping this kid. Otherwise, why would he suddenly think of that mysterious pill refiner incident?


    "Yu''er, do you really have an expert guiding you?" Ling Feiyang was straightforward and asked directly.


    Of course, there was another doubt. He had never taught Ling Tianyu the sword intent, so how could this kid be so skilled?


    However, Ling Tianyu only smiled and said: "Dad, wait for two days, we will start our counterattack on the Yang family!"


    After saying that, the few people who had nothing to say rushed out of the door ¡­

 C26

    Ever since the Ancient Cloud was killed, the entire Chu Yun City had been as depressing as it was before the arrival of the storm.


    Yang Zhi''s heart was burning with anxiety because Gu Yun had concocted pills for the Yang family and died because of them. Even though he was killed by the Ling family, if Xiao He wanted to pursue the matter, the Yang family would not be able to escape.


    Song Guang was also in a similar state now. He never expected that the Ling Family would dare to kill Gu Yun. When he first heard Yang Xiong''s words, he was stupefied.


    However, he did not make any move, because Blue Sky Academy was already approaching. With Song Wushuang''s reputation, he would be able to protect the Song Family.


    "Brother Yang, are you sure that person is Ling Tianyu?"


    The two of them had been discussing this matter together for the past few days. Even though Song Guang had promised to help the Yang Family, Yang Xiong was still worried.


    Furthermore, Song Guang was still thinking of making the Ling Family disappear. If he could make good use of Gu Yun''s death, it would be a killing weapon.


    "No, but from the voice and the sword technique, it should be him. Even if it isn''t, he should be a member of the Ling family." Yang Xiong said.


    Song Guang nodded his head as he calculated in his heart. A few days ago, Ling Zhengnan had already written a letter and had people bring him to Everlasting City to explain the situation.


    After resting for two days, Ling Tianyu was revitalized. He tried forging another pill, but he realized that his mental strength had increased significantly.


    After a few days of refining, his alchemy level had increased to another level. Now, he could concoct high-grade first-rate pills, and the number of pills he could successfully concoct would reach eight.


    With such a large quantity of medicinal pills and their grades, all the martial artists rushed towards the Ling family marketplace. As for the Yang family, it was already a thing of the past.


    The Yang family''s marketplace was incomparably cold and desolate, with many shops closing one after another.


    Without a source of funding, there was naturally no way to keep the Ling Family''s people. A few guards began to leave, looking for a living, and some switched over to the Ling Family.


    This scene caused the situation in the Cloud City to be disrupted. The Yang family, which was once one of the Four Major families, had gradually come to an end, even some of the smaller families couldn''t compare to them.


    "Apothecaries are too powerful. For the Ling family to have a powerful apothecary as their leader, their rise is certain."


    Ouyang Xiu was sitting in the Mayor''s mansion, looking through the news about the Yang family and the Ling family.


    Even though he had the intention to maintain his standing in the four directions, in front of an apothecary, his strength was insufficient.


    "Forget it, the Ling Family has risen to power like a tiger. I think it''s better if I pay a visit to them."


    Ouyang Xiu thought for a while, then took out the three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng he got from Song Guang and walked toward the Ling family.


    "Lord Mayor, you have my presence."


    Since the mayor had come, Ling Zhengnan and the others naturally welcomed him. However, since his family was powerful, he was no longer as scared as he was before.


    Right now, the Ling family could be said to be above the other three families. It turned out that the Li family, one of the four great families, had maintained a friendly attitude.


    As for the Song Family, they were waiting for an opportunity. As for the Song Family, they were waiting for an opportunity.


    From then on, the Yang family was eliminated. Even if they wanted to rise again, they would have to see the Song family''s expression.


    Ouyang Xiu came here to weigh the pros and cons. Although Blue Sky Academy was a huge mountain, the Ling family''s mysterious alchemist was a bottomless pit.


    They had first introduced a mid-tier medicinal pill, and now they had even introduced a high-tier medicinal pill. There was a chance that they might be able to produce a second-tier medicinal pill at some point in time.


    Even in the Chu Yun Empire, a Tier 2 apothecary was highly respected. This was much more important than a Blue Sky Academy.


    Thus, when not offending the Song Family, Ouyang Xiu had to show his attitude to the Ling Family. Furthermore, that Song Wushuang had been sent to the Blue Sky Academy through his bridge.


    As a city lord in Chu, he had to build good relations with the local authorities, or else he would not be able to work for long.


    "You are too polite, Patriarch Ling. I have a request to ask of you today." Ouyang Xiu clasped his hands in return and quickly said, "This is more tactful, but you can''t possibly say that you are here to deliver a gift."


    "Oh? Since the City Lord has matters to attend to, we will naturally do our best.


    Right now, the Ling Family had an extraordinary aura and Ling Zhengnan had some confidence when he spoke.


    In the reception hall, Ling Zhengnan sat at the head seat, then Ouyang Xiu, Ling Feiyang, and the others.


    "I wonder what does the Mayor need from my Ling family?"


    After a cup of tea, Ling Zhengnan asked.


    "Uh, it''s nothing. A few days ago, I chanced upon a three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng, and originally, I wanted to go to Everlasting City to find Master Xiao He to refine the Snow Spirit Pill, but I couldn''t find the time. I heard that the Ling family had an alchemist, so ¡­"


    As Ouyang Xiu said this, he suddenly stopped and said that he would gift it directly. He really couldn''t afford to lose face. Asking him to help with the refining would go against his original intentions, and would instead make the Ling Family look down on him.


    "Lord City Lord wants that senior to help you refine it?"


    Senior? If even Ling Zhengnan was called senior, could he really be an incredible apothecary?


    Ouyang Xiu hesitated for a bit and quickly said, "No ¡­" "No, when I heard that a senior alchemist had come, I also respected him very much. As for that Snow Ginseng, it was not of much use to me, so I just wanted to give it to that senior. If that senior concocted a medicinal pellet and gave me one, I would be extremely grateful."


    At this point, it was hard for Ouyang Xiu to get off the tiger, so he admitted it. However, that snow ginseng was very expensive, so if he really gave it up, he wouldn''t be willing to give it up.


    On the Ling family''s side, when Ling Zhengnan heard this, he also hesitated. He knew that the Ling family did not have a mysterious pill refiner, but if he did not accept it, then he would be exposed.


    Moreover, he didn''t even know Ouyang Xiu''s real purpose for coming here. If he were to speak of respecting alchemists, that would be nonsense. Otherwise, why would he have brought it here so late?


    "The Mayor only wants one?" Ling Zhengnan asked.


    "Mn, actually, it doesn''t matter. I still hope to obtain the support of the Ling Family Head in the future."


    Ouyang Xiu finally revealed his purpose for coming here, and Ling Zhengnan immediately understood.


    However, Ling Zhengnan and the others were all smart people. They wouldn''t be bought just because of a ginseng.


    With the current trend of the Ling family, buying three hundred years'' worth of Snow Ginseng would be a piece of cake in the future?


    "City Lord, I''m afraid we can''t decide on this matter. The matter of refining pills involves that senior, so ¡­"


    "Patriarch, just agree to the Mayor''s request. My master only needed a small amount of effort to concoct a batch of Snow Spirit Pills."


    Ling Zhengnan wanted to refuse, but Ling Tianyu''s voice came from outside the door.


    He was wearing white and was walking toward Ouyang Xiu.


    "City Lord Ouyang, I, on behalf of my master, promise to give you a Snow Spirit Pill when the time comes."


    Ling Tianyu cared too much about his cultivation. If one were to say that with the Ling family''s financial resources, it would not be too difficult to purchase one. However, these three hundred years of Snow Ginseng were indeed hard to find.


    How could he not want someone who had just delivered himself to his doorstep?


    "So it''s Nephew Tianyu. Truly, a young person''s abilities are worthy of fear. Since that''s the case, please thank him on my behalf in front of Senior." Ouyang Xiu quickly said and handed the Snow Ginseng over.


    Ling Tianyu received the box and nodded his head. Then, he left.


    Even Ling Zhengnan didn''t stop this. He was confused, [Can this guy concoct Snow Spirit Pills?]


    In an instant, Ling Zhengnan and the others returned to their normal state and started to drink tea and chat.


    Ouyang Xiu told them about Song Wushuang and the Blue Sky Academy. This made the Ling family tense up again.


    Previously, Gu Yun hadn''t responded, but now that he had come to Blue Sky Academy, the fate of the Ling family was still unknown.


    However, all of this had nothing to do with Ling Tianyu. He was intensely researching the alchemy dao, and if he could break through to become a Tier 2 alchemist, he could start refining the Snow Spirit Pill to raise his cultivation.

 C27

    Ten days later, a piece of news spread throughout Cloud''s Cloudburst City, causing everyone to be in an uproar.


    "The people of Chu Yun City, the Blue Sky Academy and the Medicine King Manor are all on their way to the Chu Yun City. The pill refining master of Everlasting City, Xiao He, is also accompanying them."


    Many people were half-believing and half-doubting as they discussed amongst themselves.


    "Blue Sky Academy is the first academy in the empire, why would they suddenly come here?"


    "Who knows? This news came from the City Lord''s Mansion. There''s even a notice outside the city gate, so it''s definitely not fake."


    "Shh, it''s said that Song Wushuang was recruited into Blue Sky Academy, which is why the school came here. It''s convenient for them to dig up some prodigies here."


    "Ah, the Song Family, Song Wushuang, the number one beauty in Chu Yun City that had been abandoned by the Ling Family''s trash?"


    "Lower your voice, right now the Ling family isn''t someone to be trifled with. Moreover, how could a trash have the strength of a Congealing Realm martial artist?"


    Currently, there were still three days until Blue Sky Academy''s arrival. As for the early release of the news, it was because Blue Sky Academy wanted to recruit students here, so they gave sufficient time for the nearby genius martial artists to arrive.


    As for the Medicine King Manor, this was their territory, so they naturally had to send someone to accompany them.


    Xiao He just happened to be coming to the Chu Yun City to investigate the matter of Gu Yun, so they bumped into each other.


    Many of the martial artists were excited by Blue Sky Academy''s recruitment. Song Guang and the others were also relieved by their arrival.


    If the three families were to arrive here, all of them would have grudges with the Ling Family.


    Xiao He''s disciple was killed by the Ling family, and the successor of the Medicine King Manor, Song Wushuang, was about to be chosen as his concubine, but Ling Tianyu had forgotten to write him a letter.


    "Brother Yang, in three days, it will be the time of the Ling Family''s destruction!" Song Guang''s face turned malevolent, he had been suppressing his anger for a long time.


    "Alright, when the time comes, we will agree that we will see how the Ling family will defend itself. Let''s see who Xiao Yan believes in."


    Yang Chong''s expression was dark and cold. Obviously, he did not have a good time in the Song Family as well. The Yang Family had long died in name only.


    Some people were excited, while others were sad.


    At this moment, the Ling Family was in a state of great depression. Although their strength was already in the top position, to the Medicine King Manor and Blue Sky Academy, they were but a drop in the ocean.


    This time, it was almost the biggest problem for the Ling family. Who would have thought that Song Wushuang would enter Blue Sky Academy?


    At this moment, Ling Zhengnan and the others had scolded Ouyang Xiu countless times. It was only because of that bastard that the situation had developed this way.


    "I think we should send Tianyu and the other disciples away."


    After thinking about it for an entire night, Ling Zhengnan still could not come up with a solution. He could only prepare for the worst.


    Amongst the kings, who would care about the lives of commoners? Just a single sentence was enough to cause people to turn into ashes and annihilate their entire clan.


    "Go, go where, this is the territory of the Medicine King Manor. No matter where the Empire of Feng Yun goes, it will be useless."


    This time, the Ling Family had truly entered into a crisis. If they could survive this crisis, then the Ling Family''s future would be smooth sailing.


    "This time, we can only resign ourselves to fate, and instruct all disciples to not speak carelessly."


    The three of them were silent for a while before Ling Zhengnan gave the order.


    "What is Tianyu doing? I haven''t seen him in a long time. "


    "He should be concocting pills. I''ll go talk to him about this." Ling Feiyang replied, then turned around and left.


    Ling Family courtyard, this was Ling Tianyu''s headquarters.


    Ever since he had obtained the three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng, he had wholeheartedly focused on tempering his skill in the Dao of alchemy. He wanted to advance to a second rank alchemist as soon as possible.


    Over the past 20 days, his pill refining level was slowly increasing, and now he could concoct a perfect level 1 pill.


    Perfection was a cauldron of nine pellets, each high-grade pellet.


    In fact, above the high quality, there were even some supreme dan beads. The dan beads didn''t lose any of its effect, so theoretically speaking, it was impossible to make.


    However, in the entire Empire of Feng Yun, apart from the Medicine King Manor, there were very few people at his level.


    "Why is this Rank 2 pill so hard to refine?"


    Ling Tianyu sat dazedly at the side, playing with the charred pill in his hand. This was the failed product of a Rank 2 pill.


    Ever since he had achieved the perfection of a Rank 1 pill, he had started to concoct Rank 2 pills. However, after a few batches, he had wasted a lot of materials and not a single pill was produced.


    "My spiritual force is sufficient. Is it because the materials are insufficient or because of an error in purification?"


    Ling Tianyu muttered to himself as he started flipping through the Primordius Pill Formula.


    "Duk Duk Duk"


    At this moment, there was a knock on the door, and Ling Feiyang walked in.


    Seeing the burnt smell in the room, Ling Feiyang quickly turned to look at Ling Tianyu and asked, "Yu''er, did you explode again?"


    "No, I''m trying to refine a Rank 2 pill, but I''ve always failed."


    Ling Tianyu threw a failed artifact over and shook his head.


    "Refining a grade-2 pill?" Brat, you''re really surprising, do you know how many Tier 2 alchemists there are in the entire Empire of Feng Yun? It''s good enough that you can make it like this. "


    "Dad, don''t comfort me. If I can refine a Rank 2 pill, I can refine a Snow Spirit Pill. When that happens, our Ling Family''s strength will increase by leaps and bounds."


    Feeling displeased, Ling Tianyu walked toward the pile of ingredients once more, intending to choose a new one and forge another one.


    "You brat, I really don''t know how you obtained your talent. He has the guidance of a master teacher, and right now, you are learning by yourself. Perhaps your methods are wrong."


    Ling Feiyang shook his head and sighed as he thought to himself: If there really is a mysterious alchemist guiding him, then his son''s alchemy skills will definitely improve by leaps and bounds.


    "The method is wrong?" Upon hearing those words, Ling Tianyu''s eyes lit up. Nodding his head, he said, "Un, I think so. I''ll give it a try."


    After which, Ling Tianyu began to pick the ingredients as though he was insane and prepared to forge the pills.


    However, Ling Feiyang pulled his son over and said, "Yu''er, take your time. Do you know that something big is going to happen in this Chu Yun City?"


    "Big matter, what big matter?"


    Upon hearing this and seeing Ling Feiyang''s nervous expression, Ling Tianyu stopped what he was doing.


    Following which, Ling Feiyang recounted the incident regarding Blue Sky Academy to Ling Tianyu, who was standing beside him, staring with widened eyes.


    "Dad, are you saying that Blue Sky Academy is coming to Cloud City to recruit students?"


    "Yeah."


    "Haha, that''s great, that''s great!" Ling Tianyu suddenly laughed heartily. At the same time, he clapped.


    "Good? Yu''er, they are going to target our Ling Family. Moreover, Xiao He is here as well. " Ling Feiyang was perplexed by Ling Tianyu''s actions.


    "If he comes, then come! With Blue Sky Academy and the Medicine King Manor, what can he do? When I enter Blue Sky Academy, who can do anything to our Ling Family?"


    Ling Tianyu was excited.


    "What?" "You want to enter Blue Sky Academy?"


    These words caused Ling Feiyang to be stunned. Azure Sky Academy''s recruitment was strict. Although they knew that Ling Tianyu''s talent was extraordinary, they did not know if he would be able to enter Blue Sky Academy.


    Furthermore, could it be that Ling Tianyu had forgotten that he had abandoned Song Wushuang before? How could the Azure Sky Academy and the Medicine King''s Manor not know about this, and they would allow him to enter the Blue Sky Academy without any problems?


    It was obvious that none of this was within Ling Tianyu''s considerations. He possessed a Heaven grade Martial Veins, and with his current cultivation and pill cultivating talent, he could become a member of the Blue Sky Academy.


    Three days passed in the blink of an eye. The Chu Yun City was decorated with lanterns and decorations, as if it had been renovated. The City Lord, Ouyang Xiu, and all the other important figures welcomed them at the city gate.


    The talented disciples from the other cities also started to gather at the Chu Yun City. In an instant, the Chu Yun City was filled with a sea of people.


    At this moment, a sharp scream echoed from Ling Tianyu''s courtyard.


    "I finally succeeded ¡­"

 C28

    For a fourteen year old Ling Tianyu, a grade-2 apothecary was an astounding talent.


    He looked excitedly at a 2nd-level pill in the furnace as if he could see the future.


    Even though it was just a Tier 2 pill, it meant that he had already stepped into the threshold. As long as he practiced a little more, he would definitely become a Tier 2 Pill Master.


    "You''ve finally succeeded. The Snow Spirit Pill. I will be able to refine you soon."


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself. Raising his strength and stepping onto the pinnacle of martial arts was his will and determination.


    At the same time, there were already people gathered at the city gates.


    Ouyang Xiu, Song Guang, Yang Xiong, Li En, Ling Zhengnan and the other leaders of various forces were all present.


    A convoy slowly approached from outside the city gate.


    "Look, it''s here!"


    It was unknown who shouted, but everyone looked over. There were a total of ten people and there were a total of twelve horses in front and behind them.


    The people who immediately sat were all young men. They held long swords in their hands, appearing majestic and awe-inspiring.


    At the front of the crowd was a blue-clothed girl. She was slim, graceful, and refined.


    A pair of eyes as clear as a gem twinkled with a hint of mischievousness. The smile on her face was like a lotus flower in the morning, pure and white.


    Such a woman, even the top beauty of the Chu Yun Sect, Song Wushuang, paled in comparison to her.


    However, his smile contained a hint of arrogance. He indifferently swept his gaze over the crowd before frowning slightly.


    "The ones with the highest cultivation levels are only at the middle stage of the Congealing Realm. I''m afraid that it would be difficult for them to have a student with the talent Wu Shuang has in a place like this."


    She sighed in her heart, and then her expression returned to normal.


    As for the other martial artists on the horses, they were all at the Refinement Realm with a cultivation base at the Qi Condensation stage. They casually glanced at the young martial artist and the pride on their faces could be seen.


    In the middle of the twelve horses was a luxurious carriage. The carriage''s curtains were fluttering as if it were a royal trip.


    "What a beautiful lady. She is so much more beautiful than Miss Wushuang."


    Seeing their lecherous thoughts, most of the men started to discuss about it. However, these words were immediately stopped.


    "Do you want to die? These people come from Blue Sky Academy, be careful that you don''t say anything bad."


    Hearing this, the person who spoke immediately covered his mouth.


    Before long, the caravan had arrived at the city gates.


    "Ouyang Xiu has led the crowd to welcome the members of the Blue Sky Academy ¡­"


    With this shout, all of the martial artists from Chu Yun City saluted. This was a joke, they were all strong people who came from the Empire.


    Only Song Guang frowned slightly. He did not see his daughter, Song Wushuang, in the crowd.


    Just as he was puzzled, the curtain of the carriage was lifted and a group of people walked out.


    The first to come out was a young man, no more than twenty years old. He wore a golden crown on his head, wore a yellow robe, and had a pleasant expression.


    Everyone knew that this person''s position and identity was definitely not simple.


    After he got off the carriage, all the warriors on horseback also came down. The woman at the very front cupped her fist and said, "Reporting to the First Prince, we have arrived at Chu Yun City."


    As soon as she finished speaking, the eyes of everyone in the Chu Yun City were wide open.


    First Prince, could this person be the Imperial Family''s First Prince, Feng Jue?


    It was said that this person was gentle, refined, and not as cold-blooded and cruel as the other princes.


    "We pay our respects to the First Prince ¡­"


    "Everyone, get up. Today, I''m only here for fun. There''s no need for all of you to be so formal."


    Feng Jue waved his hand. He was a martial arts expert and focused on the martial way. He had no control over the country, which was why he liked to travel everywhere and befriend the heroes of the world.


    Today, they came here because they were curious about the appearance of a genius like Song Wushuang in this remote place.


    After him, there was another young man dressed in an extravagant robe. This person''s aura was extremely powerful, only slightly inferior to Feng Jue''s.


    "Heh, I''m the crown prince of the Medicine King Manor, Mu Yang." He introduced himself.


    "Heir of the Medicine King''s Manor!" It''s actually him. "


    Everyone was suspicious. Naturally, they thought of the Song Family''s wedding ceremony. Wasn''t Song Guang hoping to marry Song Wushuang to Mu Yang?


    That time when Ling Tianyu gave up his wife, more or less, it still had some influence on the Medicine King Manor. Could it be that he was here for Ling Tianyu?


    Soon after, two more elders stepped down from the carriage. One of them was familiar with the crowd; he was the number one pill refiner of Everlasting City, Xiao He.


    This person was very thin, and he was the old dragon Zhong Tai. However, he could feel a faint pressure in front of him, a pressure that came from his mind.


    The moment Xiao He stepped out of the carriage, his eyes swept across the people in the Chu Yun City as if he was looking for something. However, the First Prince of the Empire of Feng Yun was present, so he did not make a sound.


    Beside Xiao He was an unfamiliar old man. He had his eyes closed, as if he didn''t care about the surrounding matters.


    In the end, the one who got off the carriage was Song Wushuang. She had changed into the uniform of the Blue Sky Academy. Her beauty was still the same as before, but it was still overshadowed by the girl in the blue dress.


    "Wushuang ¡­" When Song Guang saw this, he hurriedly called out. This was the honor of the Song Family.


    "Father!"


    Song Wushuang immediately walked over. This scene made many people envious.


    "Dad, let me introduce you."


    Song Wushuang pulled Song Guang, walked with graceful steps to the side of that unfamiliar old man and said: "This is the Elder Yu from the outer courtyard of Blue Sky Academy. My test was passed by Elder Yu."


    Seeing Song Wushuang, Elder Yu finally opened his eyes. He looked at Song Guang and nodded: "Having such a daughter is truly not bad."


    Song Guang and the Song Family were overjoyed by the simple praise from the Elder of Blue Sky Academy.


    "Many thanks to Elder Yu ¡­" Song Guang hurriedly cupped his fist. However, Elder Yu once again closed his eyes, just like before.


    "This is Grandmaster Xiao He ¡­"


    These people had only heard about it in the past, but now that they had come to the Cloud Continent in person, it caused all of the martial practitioners to sigh with emotion.


    "Father, this is my teacher, Yun Lan, and he''s even the Commander of the Empire''s Divine Martial Guard."


    Song Wushuang walked over to that beautiful woman and quietly introduced her. His eyes also contained a strong sense of worship.


    When the surrounding crowd heard this, almost everyone''s gazes turned to look at Yun Lan with expressions of disbelief.


    The Divine Martial Guard was the emblem of the Empire of Feng Yun, and they had powerful combat prowess.


    He was divided into four groups: the Azure Dragon, Vermillion Bird, Black Tortoise, and White Tiger. The four groups were to protect the empire.


    Each Divine Martial Guard had a total of 1000 people. Their captain called them commanders and only listened to the orders of the Imperial Family.


    Even though there were only a thousand people in this troop, their cultivation bases and strengths were all carefully selected and trained by the country.


    Once upon a time, it was this thousand man martial guard that directly destroyed the enemy''s tens of thousands of enemies.


    In the Empire of Feng Yun, who wouldn''t want to join the Divine Martial Guard? This was a symbol of honor, since Yun Lan was so young, how could she be the commander? Her cultivation must be strong enough.


    And the reason for the name of the Empire of Feng Yun, was naturally related to the Feng and Yun families.


    "We pay our respects to Commander Yun!"


    Song Guang was shocked for a long time before he finally came to his senses. He hurriedly bowed in greeting.


    "There''s no need. I''m Wushuang''s teacher, and I know about her matters. Today, I came here to recruit some students, and to settle some matters for Wushuang."


    In the eyes of experts, they naturally wouldn''t care about the matters of the Song Family. However, Song Wushuang was a genius student from the Blue Sky Academy, so this matter had to be resolved.


    When Ling Zhengnan and the others heard this, their hearts tightened, while Song Guang, Yang Zhen, and the others revealed ineffable smiles.


    As for the young martial artists on horseback, they were all outstanding students this time, and they had come here to show off the prestige of the academy.


    After which, everyone entered the city, and a faint trace of worry appeared in their hearts. Perhaps after today, the weather would change in the Chu Clan.

 C29

    The main purpose of Blue Sky Academy coming to Cloudburst City was to recruit students, so they naturally wouldn''t go against the Ling family.


    "Let''s rest for a day first. On the second day, the assessment will begin. The basic condition for participating is that you must reach the sixth level of the Refinement Realm."


    As soon as they entered the city, Blue Sky Academy sent out a message, which caused some martial artists to curse endlessly.


    "What?" Must reach body refining sixth level? Why didn''t you say so earlier? "


    "Indeed, to think that I, who had travelled thousands of miles to come here, would not be allowed to take part in the examination. What the heck is this?"


    "What and what is this? Don''t tell me that without a body refining sixth level, one''s martial veins and talent are bound to be low?"


    For a time, all sorts of voices rang out in the Cloud Cleaving City. However, the strength of the Blue Sky Academy was unimaginable. No one dared to openly resist.


    As a result, those who were unwilling to stay behind and watch the test began to leave.


    They might as well have Ling Tianyu, Ling Hao, and Ling Shuiyao participate in the assessment as well. If someone passed, then the Ling Family''s crisis would naturally be resolved, and they could even use this to raise their status.


    "Tianyu, Hao''er, Yao''er, whether the Ling Family can survive this crisis will all depend on you."


    That night, Ling Zhengnan gathered the three of them. The rest of the higher-ups also gathered here, placing all their hopes on the three of them.


    "Dad, don''t worry. With big brother Tianyu''s ability, he''ll definitely be able to enter Blue Sky Academy. Even if that stinking woman dares to cause trouble for big brother Tianyu, she''ll have to restrain herself."


    Ling Shuiyao stuck out her tongue as she spoke with a mischievous expression.


    "Mmm, I am very confident in Tianyu''s talent as well. It''s just that there will inevitably be people who will make things difficult for him. If you and Hao''er are able to successfully pass through, then the Ling family will be absolutely safe."


    Ling Zhengnan looked at Ling Tianyu and said helplessly.


    Everyone knew that Blue Sky Academy wasn''t here just to recruit students, but they also wanted to cause trouble for Ling Tianyu.


    They guessed that the reason why the recruitment was first was definitely because of Elder Yu''s existence.


    After all, Blue Sky Academy still valued national interests more. Previously, Ling Tianyu had stabbed three times into the stone monument with his sword. Perhaps, Blue Sky Academy wanted to test his strength.


    "Patriarch, we will do our best!" Ling Hao glanced at Ling Tianyu for a moment before clasping his hands together.


    Only Ling Tianyu remained silent. He was still thinking about how to improve the quality of the pills. As for the test, it really wasn''t difficult for him.


    The content of this exam was very simple. There were two types. The first was the test of talent and cultivation, and the second was the test of competition.


    The martial artists that were eliminated in the first round could challenge the twelve geniuses of the outer court if they felt their strength was sufficient. As long as they could win, they would be able to enter the Blue Sky Academy.


    However, those twelve people could be the top genius among this batch of new students. Other than Song Wushuang''s low cultivation and strength, his Martial Veins had already reached Earth Level 5.


    There were very few Earth Level Martial Veins in the Wind Cloud Empire, but now a genius with a Earth Level 5 Martial Veins had appeared. How could the Blue Sky Academy not be excited about this?


    Thus, Song Wushuang''s overall ability was ranked third.


    "Dad, don''t worry. After tomorrow''s test, I will personally take revenge for that humiliation!"


    In the Song Residence, Song Guang and Song Wushuang were chatting about family matters. As for the people from the Blue Sky Academy, they were arranged to stay in the City Lord''s Mansion.


    "Wushuang, Father believes that you can take revenge. However, the Ling Family is like water and fire with us. We cannot escape destruction!" Song Guang''s face was dark as he said coldly.


    "Father, you mean that you want to borrow the strength of Blue Sky Academy to eliminate the Ling Family?" Song Wushuang stared at Song Guang in surprise.


    Although she still hated Ling Tianyu for causing the four families of Cloudsoaring City to contend for hegemony and reproduce over a hundred years, she had never thought of destroying the Ling family.


    "Wushuang, do you know what the Ling family did when you went to Blue Sky Academy? "They have forced the Yang family into a dead end."


    Song Guang sat down and began to narrate what had happened to the Yang family. As for the matter of him inviting Gu Yun, he changed his explanation, saying that Gu Yun had wandered here himself and could not bear to see the Ling family do anything.


    "Dad, is what you said true?"


    Song Wushuang''s beautiful eyes turned as if she had heard something unbelievable. A trace of a ripple appeared on her beautiful face.


    "Of course it''s true. If you don''t believe me, I''ll bring you to your Uncle Yang, and Yang Lei''s nephew was also killed by that Ling Tianyu."


    "What? Yang Lei is dead?"


    This time, Song Wushuang could no longer stay calm. The two of them then headed to Yang Xiong''s residence.


    The next day, a round table and a stage had already been set up in the central plaza of Cloudburst City. The City Lord''s Mansion guards were already there maintaining order.


    On the stage, twelve young warriors stood with swords in their hands. The man was majestic and the woman was extremely beautiful. Song Wushuang was among them.


    Around the arena, there was still a sea of people.


    "It''s Blue Sky Academy after all, these eleven people have the lowest cultivation levels all the way to the ninth level of the Body Refinement Realm."


    "Ah, the lowest is at the ninth level of the Body Refinement Realm. Isn''t that Miss Wushuang at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm?"


    "Hehe, Miss Wushuang is an Earth Level 5 Martial Vein. Once you enter the Blue Sky Academy, isn''t it easy to raise your level by one?"


    "How do you know?"


    "Hehe, this is a chance that cannot be revealed!"


    The people below gathered in groups of three to five and discussed amongst themselves. Song Wushuang''s cultivation had indeed reached the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm, and among them, the strongest was a man called Lu Zhan who had already reached the peak of the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    "So handsome, so mighty! I want to be able to marry any one of them! I will not regret it even if I die!"


    In another place, a group of girls were gathered. When they saw the young geniuses up above, some of them revealed infatuated voices.


    "Come on, with your looks, only Old Wang from next door would like you."


    An hour later, a group of experts from Blue Sky Academy appeared. Yun Lan, Elder Yu, the First Prince of the Empire, the son of the Medicine King, Mu Yang, all sat on chairs on a round table.


    As a Tier 2 Pill Master, Xiao He was also invited to be a witness. However, his eyes were on the Ling family''s side.


    It was for no other reason, because he was interested in that mysterious alchemist of the Ling family.


    At this moment, Ouyang Xiu slowly walked to the center of the round table and shouted with his zhen qi.


    "Everyone, today we have won the honor of the Empire, the Empire''s First Prince, the son of the Medicine King''s Mansion, and the Blue Sky Academy''s Elder Yu, to visit our Chu Yun City, this is my Chu Yun City''s honor!"


    As the mayor of such a remote area, even if he dreamed about it, he would never have imagined that there would be so many important people here today, so he was especially excited.


    He thought, if there were a few more people who could enter Blue Sky Academy, then he would definitely benefit from it as well.


    "Everyone knows that Blue Sky Academy is here to select outstanding talents for the empire, and entering Blue Sky Academy is also the dream of many young martial artists. So, I hope everyone will give your all and strive to enter Blue Sky Academy, so that we can contribute to the empire in the future."


    "Of course, since it''s a selection, it must be an assessment. We would like to ask Elder Yu of the Blue Sky Academy to announce the assessment''s rules for everyone here!"


    After Ouyang Xiu finished speaking, he cupped his fists toward Elder Yu and returned to his seat.


    Elder Yu slowly stood up and walked towards the center of the round table with an expressionless face.

 C30

    "The assessment is very simple. All martial artists that are less than 20 years old and at least at the sixth level of the Refinement Realm can come up and give it a try!"


    Elder Yu was calm and composed, his voice was loud and clear like thunder, resounding throughout the entire Chu Yun City.


    With such a cultivation level, all the warriors were shocked. Even Ouyang Xiu, who was at the late stage of the Congealing Realm, was shocked. This strength was definitely at the Essence Condensation Realm.


    "There''s a time limit, so I won''t follow the original rules. Now, I will announce the rules for the examination!"


    Elder Yu said again. With a wave of his hand, a stone tablet appeared in the center of the round platform.


    No one was unfamiliar with this stone monument, it was a test of one''s talent and cultivation level, but compared to the ones in the various families in the Cloud City, it was of a much higher grade.


    "First round, the Martial Veins Test. As long as you can reach rank 2 Mortal Realm, you will pass."


    "If you fail in the first round, you can also challenge any one of the twelve students on the arena. As long as you win, you can similarly enter Blue Sky Academy."


    After Elder Yu finished speaking, he pointed at the twelve geniuses and continued: "However, the ones with the lowest cultivation are all at the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm!"


    "What?" How can you fight someone at the ninth level of the Refinement Realm? "


    The sounds of discussions drifted over from the crowd below. Naturally, there were also many that turned their gazes onto the twelve chosen in the arena, as though they were searching for their weakest opponents.


    The young martial artists at the ninth level of the Refinement Realm could only look up at the scene. In the end, many of the martial artists could only helplessly shake their heads.


    "Brother Song, aren''t these rules beneficial to that little bastard from the Ling family?" Since he can kill my son Yang Lei, it shouldn''t be too hard for him to deal with your daughter, Wushuang, right? "


    In a certain corner of the crowd, Yang Hong was speaking to Song Guang, his gaze occasionally sweeping over the Song Clan''s camp.


    "Don''t worry, Wushuang already has a plan in mind. This time, he won''t win, he just won''t win!"


    Song Guang''s expression was calm, as though everything was within his grasp.


    "Oh, Brother Song, can you tell me? Also, what if that little bastard passes through the first round? "


    "Brother Yang, you''re overthinking it. That kid won''t have the chance to participate in the first round!"


    As they were still discussing below, Elder Yu waved his hand and said, "Alright, time is pressing. Let the exam begin!"


    With that, Elder Yu returned to his seat, leaving the matter of the innate talent test to Yun Lan.


    She slowly rose up, dragging her blue dress as she quickly walked up, slightly sweeping her eyes over the candidates who were all eager to give it a try. Her face was incomparably cold.


    She was one of the most outstanding figures of the Empire of Feng Yun. At sixteen years old, she had advanced to the early stage of the Elemental Creation Stage, and was even the commander of the Divine Martial Guard, the Vermillion Bird.


    It was because of this glory that he was so dismissive of Chu Yuncheng. If it were not for the fact that there was a Song Wushuang, he probably would not have come here to carry her in his palanquin.


    "Start from you. First, state your name, cultivation, age, and then test!"


    Yun Lan pointed with her jade-like finger and spoke to the young practitioner in front of her.


    She was a peerless beauty that could topple nations. Compared to Song Wushuang, she was several times more beautiful. The eyes of the man whom she had pointed to lit up as he excitedly walked up to her.


    "My name is Yue Zi Hua, I come from Star City, and my cultivation is at the 8th level of the Body Refinement Realm, 18 years old!"


    Yun Lan lightly nodded her head and casually waved her hand, indicating for him to go ahead and take the test.


    Arriving in front of the stone monument, Yue Zihua suddenly raised his hand and punched towards the stone monument.


    Bang!


    The stone tablet emitted a loud sound, yet it did not move at all. Two numbers jumped on its surface.


    "Body Refinement Stage level 8, Mortal Realm level 2, passed!"


    Yun Lan looked at it, her eyes flashing with a little surprise.


    This time, when they came to Cloud Sky City, they had all accepted students according to the Blue Sky Academy''s standards and did not lower their requirements. They did not expect that in such a small mountain area, a Human Level 2 Martial Veins would actually appear.


    Even though a Mortal Grade Two Martial Veins was very low, they were still rare existences within the Wind Cloud Empire. Even the army were mostly Mortal Grade One Martial Veins. It was just that their cultivation and physical abilities were slightly stronger.


    "Thank you, teacher!"


    Yue Zihua cupped his fists and smiled, excitement flashed across his face.


    "En, go stand at the side. Someone will register for you!" Yun Lan lightly nodded her head before saying, "Next!"


    "Nie Yun, 19 years old, seventh level of the Refinement Realm!"


    "Cultivation is correct. Mortal Grade One Martial Veins, not qualified!"


    "Lin Su, 15 years old, 7th level of the Body Refinement Realm!"


    Not to mention, the speed of the Martial Veins Test was extremely fast. There were more than two hundred qualified young cultivators gathered in the Chu Yun City. In less than four hours, the exam was basically over.


    However, there were only eight people who passed. Other than those eight, there were a few others who were unwilling to be eliminated. All of them challenged Song Wushuang, and all of them lost.


    This caused the people in Cloud City to be extremely shocked. Song Wushuang had managed to significantly increase his strength in just a short month. Even someone at the same level as her, who was at the ninth level of the Body Refinement Realm, was not a match for one move from him.


    "It''s really Blue Sky Academy!" Many people sighed.


    "Is there anyone else who came up for the test?" Yun Lan looked at him with her beautiful eyes. The test this time had indeed exceeded her expectations, causing his cold expression to show signs of melting.


    However, after she finished speaking, the people below also looked around. The only ones who did not participate were the three people from the Ling family.


    "I''ll do it!" Ling Hao replied before slowly walking up.


    Because this was the end, almost everyone was staring at him.


    "Ling Family''s Ling Hao, cultivation at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm, seventeen years old!"


    After Ling Hao reported the information, he stood still in front of the monument, feeling exceptionally nervous.


    "Ling Tianyu, although I admit your talent, if I am unable to enter Blue Sky Academy, then I am destined to never be able to catch up to you in this lifetime. Moreover, this crisis for the Ling Family cannot fall entirely on your shoulders!"


    He sighed silently, but he didn''t turn his head back as he punched out with his fist, aiming for the stone monument.


    Bang!


    The numbers on the stone tablet jumped, and Ling Hao stared unwaveringly at the stone tablet that displayed the Martial Veins.


    Everyone in the Ling family silently hoped that Ling Hao would be able to pass. This way, they would at least be able to protect the Ling family.


    "Mortal Grade One!" "Not qualified!"


    "Hua ¡­"


    The moment the sentence was announced, the entire audience went into an uproar. The hearts of the Ling Family members suddenly skipped a beat. Ling Hao looked towards Ling Tianyu and returned to the group with his head lowered.


    "Senior Hao, the Martial Veins cannot represent everything. As long as you persevere, you will definitely become an expert in the future!"


    This made Ling Hao suddenly raise his head. He did not expect that the first person to comfort him would be the one he bullied frequently.


    What was this? Was it pity? Or was it sincere?


    If he, Ling Hao, was still unable to figure it out, then the title of number one genius of the Ling family in the past would have really been called in vain.


    "Patriarch, I''m leaving!"


    Seeing no reaction from Ling Hao, Ling Tianyu said something to Ling Zhengnan and the others before walking towards the round table.

 C31

    "What should we do? There is absolutely no problem in passing the Martial Veins exam, but I am a ninth level Heaven level. If I am tested, wouldn''t that cause a huge commotion throughout the country? "


    Ling Tianyu was dressed in white. As he walked towards the round table, his eyes never left the testing monument.


    If the tree was in the forest, the wind was bound to destroy it. Everyone understood this principle, otherwise, there was no need for his father to leave behind a concealing technique for him.


    "I hope the Hidden Arts can conceal the Martial Veins as long as the requirements are met." Ling Tianyu thought to himself.


    He did not know that his appearance had already attracted attention. In the end, he was still the number one person among the younger generation of Chu Yuncheng.


    The Song Family had abandoned their wives and stabbed three times into the rock. This was a legend.


    "It''s that Ling Family kid. There''s going to be a show to watch this time!"


    Whispers could be heard from time to time from the crowd. Everyone''s gazes swept across Ling Tianyu, Song Wushuang, and the son of the Medicine King''s manor.


    Song Wushuang had a calm expression. She had already come up with a plan in her heart.


    "Ling Family Ling Tianyu, fourteen, body refining eighth level!"


    Arriving on the stage, Ling Tianyu spoke to Yun Lan calmly.


    "You are Ling Tianyu?"


    Yun Lan slightly frowned as she carefully sized him up.


    She had a delicate and pretty face, and her cultivation was only at the eighth level of the Body Refinement Realm. Such a character could be found everywhere in the imperial city, and it was not necessarily a genius.


    At the same time, Mu Feng, who was seated at the side, felt a peculiar gaze sweep over. However, they did not say anything during the test.


    "Indeed, I wonder if teacher has any questions?"


    Ling Tianyu calmly said.


    "Hmph. Of course there''s a problem. You don''t need to take the aptitude Martial Veins Test."


    "Forget it, why?" Ling Tianyu frowned.


    "Didn''t Blue Sky Academy claim it was fair and just? My son doesn''t meet that standard, why didn''t you let him take the test?"


    Below, Ling Feiyang loudly shouted, and the others also followed suit.


    "What is it? You have an opinion? I am a teacher of the Blue Sky Academy. I said that I would test however I wanted. In addition, do you know the grade of Wushuang''s Martial Veins? " When Yun Lan looked towards the Ling family, she was incomparably domineering. At the same time, a faint pressure appeared, causing everyone to feel a wave of pressure.


    "Wushuang is only fifteen years old, but she has already reached the 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm, Earth Level Martial Veins and even the Earth Level 5!" Yun Lan continued.


    What? Earth Grade Five?


    When she heard this, almost everyone looked towards Song Wushuang. Even the eyes of the eleven geniuses next to her were shining brightly. Although they had known about it, such talent was definitely not third in the Empire of Feng Yun.


    "Do you know what it means to be an Earth Level 5? There is only one person in the Empire of Feng Yun, and that is the emperor himself, Feng Qingtian. "


    Speaking of Feng Qingtian, everyone had a look of admiration on their faces. Feng Qingtian was only forty years old, but his cultivation had reached the peak of the Qi Resisting Realm. He was also the strongest person in the Empire of Feng Yun.


    According to the rumors, if he could break through to the Earth realm, then the Wind Cloud Empire could unite the seven eastern countries.


    He continued, "Who do you think you are to dare humiliate Wu-Shuang like that? If it wasn''t for Wu-Shuang asking for it to be settled, I would have killed you here today."


    Yun Lan''s words were vicious as astral winds surged around her body, pouncing straight towards Ling Tianyu.


    Ling Tianyu''s clothes fluttered in the wind as his hair danced chaotically. Facing Yun Lan, who was in the Essence Creation Realm, he could only frown. He was not afraid at all.


    The only person who was worried about him was Ling Shuiyao. He almost shouted out loud and rushed up onto the stage, but was pulled back by Ling Zhengnan.


    Seeing the atmosphere, Song Guang and the others revealed an evil smile. As long as Ling Tianyu died, the Ling Family would be forced to sit still and wait for death.


    Furthermore, Song Wushuang had already made an agreement with him. Today, he would let the Blue Sky Academy directly destroy the Ling family.


    "Heh, the Empire reigns over an area of great suppression. To be able to leave behind a century''s worth of legacies, one has to rely on virtue to conquer a country and martial arts to govern it. Blue Sky Academy is the place to nurture talent. Is everyone bullying the weak like you?"


    Ling Tianyu gave a faint smile as he stared fixedly at Yun Lan''s eyes. He did not back down in the slightest and at the same time, thought in his heart, "Hmph, aren''t you just a little more beautiful? Give me one year of time and I will be able to suppress you. "


    Originally, since things had developed to this point, he could have avoided Blue Sky Academy, but for the Ling Family, and also for himself, Blue Sky Academy was his primary goal.


    "Is this kid crazy?" "He actually dares to contradict Yun Lan? He''s the commander of the Empire''s Divine Martial Guard, the Vermillion Bird."


    Everyone below the stage nearly broke out in a cold sweat. Everyone knew that this girl was incomparably beautiful. She was also an expert, and in the eyes of experts, she was someone they couldn''t tolerate.


    "What did you say?"


    Sure enough, Yun Lan''s expression was gloomy. Dark clouds covered the sky and a powerful aura burst forth.


    Ling Tianyu felt as though a huge mountain was crushing down on his chest, and he found it hard to breathe.


    It was a good thing that he was an alchemist. His soul force was strong, otherwise, he would have been crushed to the ground.


    "Commander Yun, please be magnanimous and spare my son!"


    Ling Feiyang was anxious to save his son, so he immediately rushed to the circular platform and cupped his fists as he spoke.


    Unexpectedly, Yun Lan did not appreciate this. She waved her hand and a huge hand seal made of Essence appeared, slamming Ling Feiyang down.


    "Big brother ¡­"


    "Father!"


    Ling Feiyang fell to the ground and spat out a mouthful of blood. Luckily, Yun Lan had withdrawn half of her strength, otherwise, she would definitely have been able to kill Ling Feiyang.


    "Such powerful strength!" The surrounding people were all amazed.


    "Are you angry? As for you, I will also give you a chance. As long as you can defeat Wushuang, I will allow you to enter Blue Sky Academy. "


    The corner of Yun Lan''s mouth curled into a cold smile as she spoke to Ling Tianyu.


    To her, this was a small matter.


    "Evil Woman, you dare to attack my father. This is worse than settling accounts with us in the future."


    Ling Tianyu made a vow in his heart. He clenched his fists tightly, and his bones cracked.


    He sighed to himself. He still did not have enough strength. However, defeating Song Wushuang was not difficult at all.


    "What is it? "Hate me. Let''s see if you have the chance. Wushuang''s strength is far more than that. If you die under her sword, then you can''t blame anyone else."


    When Yun Lan finished speaking, the eleven geniuses on the stage all left, leaving Song Wushuang behind.


    She wielded a longsword in her hand, and her beauty was still as beautiful as ever. She was as beautiful as a peony and her pavilion was in full bloom.


    Who could have imagined that under the cover of her beauty lay a sinister heart?


    "Ling Tianyu, come on. New grudges and old grudges will belong to this battle!" Song Wushuang stared at Ling Tianyu and slowly unsheathed his sword.


    Turning to the side, Ling Tianyu frowned. An ominous premonition appeared in his mind.


    However, he had no way out for now. Furthermore, he could not lose to Song Wushuang. But what was the purpose of this ominous sign?


    The Ling Family members were also surprisingly silent. Ling Shuiyao, Ling Zhengnan, and the others all knew Ling Tianyu''s strength. As for the others, they were all stunned by Yun Lan''s lightning attacks. They didn''t dare to say anything more.


    "I believe Blue Sky Academy won''t go back on their word!"


    Ling Tianyu glanced at Yun Lan, Elder Yu, and the others before walking towards the battle arena.


    Looking at the back view of the figure, Feng Xing''s gaze didn''t leave for a moment. He could feel Ling Tianyu''s unusualness, as calm as water. Even when facing Yun Lan, he didn''t see his fear.


    Xiao He and Mu Feng were the same. They could feel a strong soul force from it. This meant that Ling Tianyu was not a simple martial artist.

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    "Heir of the Mu Feng, if I win against Song Wushuang, will the Medicine King''s clan stop?"


    Ling Tianyu walked to the stage and stood still before turning his gaze onto Mu Feng.


    Since the matter had already been made clear, he naturally had to solve all the problems for the Ling Family.


    If not, once they took care of Blue Sky Academy and another Medicine King Manor appeared, the war would never end.


    Mu Feng did not want to speak at first, because if this matter was made public, the Medicine King Manor''s face would not be able to hold back. However, since Ling Tianyu had already spoken, he had no choice but to speak out.


    "Wushuang is only the consort candidate that City Lord Ouyang gave me. She has nothing to do with my Medicine King Manor, so you can rest assured."


    With the presence of the Blue Sky Academy and the Wind Sensory Perception, even if Mu Feng was dissatisfied with Ling Tianyu, he could only give up temporarily.


    Actually, Mu Feng had already decided not to bother about this matter anymore. If Ling Tianyu were to be killed, the matter would naturally come to an end. If he were to win, he would have no choice but to give up.


    Ling Tianyu nodded. His gaze swept past Xiao He and eventually returned to Song Wushuang.


    The sword slowly unsheathed itself.


    "Come, I''ll let you make the first move."


    Ling Tianyu said softly. Placing one hand behind his back, he tilted his sword to the side.


    "Hmph, Ling Tianyu, I won''t be courteous to you."


    Song Wushuang gave a yell and pulled his sword towards Ling Tianyu.


    Frost Sword Technique!


    This was the academy''s medium-grade human-step martial art. The sword aura was cold and formless.


    When Song Wushuang used it, the surrounding air suddenly froze. The surrounding frost dots flashed brightly as if they were stars descending to the world.


    "What a powerful move, I can feel the astral winds moving!"


    Once Song Wushuang''s sword technique was used, the surrounding martial artists immediately broke out into a flurry of discussion.


    "How is this possible? She''s only at the ninth level of the Body Refinement Realm, how could she unleash a move comparable to that of the Congealed Divinity Realm?"


    At this point, even Song Guang widened his eyes. Once upon a time, even he, his father, was unaware of how powerful his daughter was.


    "Could it be ¡­" That''s right, Wushuang was able to leave a mark on the stone monument earlier, which means that her strength has already reached the Congealing Realm. As long as the teachers of the Blue Sky Academy give her some guidance, she will be able to display a great amount of power. "


    As Song Guang thought of this, he couldn''t help but admire Blue Sky Academy. Indeed, it was a place to train martial artists.


    "That brat is doomed. This attack is comparable to a martial artist of the Body Refinement Realm. Ling Tianyu is only at the eighth level; he has no way of resisting it."


    The martial artists below were all stunned, and then they all shook their heads.


    Who would have thought that Ling Tianyu''s true cultivation had already reached the early stage of the Congealing Realm. Even Ling Feiyang, who was at the middle stage of the Congealing Realm, was only able to tie with him.


    The Ling Family was as silent as ever. Ling Shuiyao clenched her fists tightly. Even though she knew Ling Tianyu''s strength, she was still a little worried.


    Confusion Phantom!


    Whoosh ¡­


    Song Wushuang''s long sword and the frost around it attacked, but it passed through the shadow that Ling Tianyu had left behind. When he turned around, Ling Tianyu had already fled to the other side.


    "You dodged it? How could he be so fast? "


    Everyone rubbed their eyes, disbelief written all over their faces.


    A body refining eighth level martial artist, no matter how hard he tried, he couldn''t dodge a powerful attack from a domain level martial artist. Yet Ling Tianyu had dodged so perfectly, not even the edge of his clothes had been damaged.


    Even Yun Lan was stunned. Her beautiful eyes were filled with shock.


    He had personally instructed Song Wushuang in his strength, and now, he could not even take down a body refining eighth level martial artist?


    Elder Yu suddenly opened his eyes and started to truly look at Ling Tianyu as well.


    "The sword art is too slow, I really don''t know who taught it to you, it''s rotten to the core!"


    Ling Tianyu''s figure flickered while ridiculing Song Wushuang. He knew that Song Wushuang must have received guidance from Yun Lan, so he could use this opportunity to vent the hatred in his heart.


    Yun Lan looked at the figures that covered the arena. Her face was incomparably gloomy. If he could, he really wanted to just directly slap down and completely eliminate this fellow.


    On the stage, Ling Tianyu did not make a move. He simply dodged. His soul force was very strong, and this sword art could be seen clearly in front of him like an ant taking a stroll.


    After a dozen or so rounds of fighting, Song Wushuang started to feel anxious.


    If Ling Tianyu didn''t attack him, then her plan wouldn''t work.


    Last night, Song Wushuang and Song Guang had agreed on a plan.


    Song Wushuang pretended to use himself as the reason to solve the problem and had Yun Lan force Ling Tianyu to fight with her while she deliberately let Ling Tianyu hurt her.


    At that time, given how much Blue Sky Academy valued her, she would definitely kill Ling Tianyu and implicate the Ling Family in her anger.


    Of course, this plan was for revenge. He definitely couldn''t let the Blue Sky Academy find out about it.


    But now, how could she know that Ling Tianyu''s movement technique was beyond her control?


    "This is bad, if this continues, Wushuang will definitely lose. Where did this brat learn to be so powerful? Moreover, could it be that this brat is made of iron? He has been jumping up and down for so long, but he doesn''t show any signs of exhaustion?"


    Yun Lan carefully observed the arena, but she had already spoken, so it was impossible for her to interfere. Her words and actions represented the empire, and although she was extremely domineering before, she couldn''t tarnish her image any further.


    "Song Wushuang, there is no enmity between us, so we can only blame your Song Family for being too greedy. Since things have come to this point, I will not say anything. Next up, as long as you can withstand my attack, consider it my loss!"


    Ling Tianyu stopped at the side of the arena, holding his sword. After fighting for so long, he already knew Song Wushuang''s strength. One move was more than enough to defeat him.


    Moreover, he didn''t have any good impressions of this woman.


    "Ling Tianyu, I don''t need you to pity me. Ever since then, we have been enemies for life and death."


    Song Wushuang was also like this. Facing Ling Tianyu, he only felt hatred.


    Her longsword was tightly clenched and her brows tightly knitted together. However, her heart relaxed. This was because if Ling Tianyu was going to attack, then his plan of tormenting her would finally be carried out.


    In order to put on a show, Song Wushuang used almost all the strength in his body and unleashed the most powerful move.


    Ling Tianyu''s eyelids twitched as a bad premonition emerged. However, for the sake of the Ling Family, he could only win.


    Once the sword was drawn, it would become one!


    Ling Tianyu swiftly brandished his sword. His moves were ever-changing as his figure swiftly dashed forward like a bolt of lightning.


    Even though there were countless sword shadows, they all returned to one point and pierced straight at Song Wushuang.


    "The power of this move is ferocious, Wu-Shuang, quickly retreat."


    Yun Lan quickly shouted out, her heart filled with shock. At the same time, she rushed towards the arena.


    However, Song Wushuang ignored him and continued with his powerful technique. A sinister smile hung on the corner of his mouth.


    Ka-cha! *


    As Ling Tianyu''s sword neared, Song Wushuang''s moves disintegrated bit by bit. In the time it took for a spark to fly, the sword tip had already arrived at Song Wushuang''s chest.


    However, Ling Tianyu was extremely confident and stopped halfway in front of her chest.


    However, with a smile on his face, Song Wushuang tilted his body slightly to avoid the fatal blow and directly collided with it.


    Puchi ¡­


    As the sword entered his body, fresh blood spurted out. Even Ling Tianyu was taken aback by this sight.


    When he saw that smile, he immediately understood. He sighed in his heart: "What a sinister woman!"


    "Wushuang ¡­"


    Song Guang shouted, and all the warriors around him gathered around in shock.


    Elder Yu and the others on the round table also stood up, showing nervous expressions.


    Yun Lan had already arrived at the arena. When she saw Song Wushuang who was bleeding profusely, a terrifying aura was emitted.


    "Ling Tianyu, how dare you injure Song Wushuang, die for me ¡­"


    As the sound of his voice faded, Yun Lan immediately made her move. Intense Essence energy locked onto Ling Tianyu, and the palm strike flew straight towards him.


    "Tianyu ¡­"


    "Big brother Tianyu!"


    Seeing this scene, Ling Feiyang, who had just recovered a bit of true energy, shouted loudly. Seeing that his son was about to be killed, he did not care about anything else and directly rushed over.


    Ling Shuiyao also followed closely behind.


    However, how could they be faster than him? They could only watch helplessly as Yun Lan''s hand imprint slammed onto Ling Tianyu''s body.


    Bang


    The astral wind whistled in the air. It was like a mysterious wind had been stirred up in the ring. The surrounding people couldn''t even open their eyes.


    Everyone could only faintly feel a figure being thrown out, and with a bang, it smashed onto the round platform ¡­

 C33

    In a battle between martial artists, everything happened in a split-second. Thus, no one noticed the small act of sending Wushuang away.


    It was because of this that Yun Lan had suddenly made her move and resolved to kill Ling Tianyu. No matter what, Song Wushuang could not afford to make any mistakes. Such astonishing talent had alarmed the Imperial Family.


    Just when everyone thought that Ling Tianyu would be killed with a single palm strike, a golden light suddenly flashed in the center of the ring, and a figure was ejected from the ring, falling toward the center.


    Thump, thump, thump ¡­


    The figure retreated a few steps before finally coming to a stop.


    She was wearing a blue dress, and her slender body was still attractive. However, her beautiful face was filled with surprise, and the corner of her mouth had a faint captivating red color.


    Apparently, she was injured.


    "Yun Lan, are you alright?" Elder Yu and Feng Jue stepped forward at the same time to investigate.


    "How can this be? Commander Yun Lan is injured! "


    All the warriors in the surrounding had their eyes wide open. They already knew that Yun Lan was an origin realm martial artist. If she wanted to kill a body refining eighth level martial artist, it would be as easy as crushing an ant.


    The people from the Ling and Song Families were also baffled. Ling Feiyang''s body, which had been sent flying, was forcefully stopped in its tracks.


    This was especially true for Song Guang. His eyeballs were about to pop out of their sockets. He looked towards the arena, thinking to himself, "That little bastard should be dead by now."


    "I''m fine!"


    Yun Lan waved her hands as she looked at the stage. The others also looked at the stage. None of them understood what was going on with the golden light in the middle of the stage.


    No one even paid attention to the injured Song Wushuang at the side of the arena.


    The mysterious wind gradually disappeared as did the golden light. The scene at the center of the arena finally appeared.


    Ling Tianyu sat cross-legged, unharmed.


    "Heh, what the hell? He''s actually fine?"


    Everyone stretched out their necks with a look of disbelief on their faces.


    Logically speaking, wouldn''t a single blow from an origin realm expert be able to turn Ling Tianyu into a pile of meat paste? But now, the other party was completely unharmed.


    At the edge of the stage, Song Wushuang covered the wound on his chest with one hand. He did not care about the blood that was still flowing. He stared at Ling Tianyu blankly.


    "My son, the Heavenly Jade Pendant has three times the ability to automatically protect its master. The highest can block the attack of a peak Heaven realm expert! "


    Ling Tianyu sat cross-legged as a voice resounded in his mind. It came from his father, Ling Yuanhao.


    The calf is deeply in love, and the animal is in love, not to mention the human being.


    Although Ling Yuanhao had only left behind a Heavenly Jade Pendant, he still had some means to protect his son. Wasn''t the Hidden Arts one of them?


    "My son, although you have the ability to protect your master three times, you will only trigger it when your life is in danger. You must be careful, and there will only be two more times left. You cannot rely on it too much."


    Ling Yuanhao advised Ling Tianyu with his bright voice.


    "Father, I will remember this. You have to rely on yourself for the path of cultivation!"


    He took a deep breath and secretly exclaimed in his heart. Although he did not know how strong the peak of the Heaven realm was, it was enough to defy the heavens if the jade ornament could block the attack of a peak Heaven realm expert.


    "Spirit..." ''Spiritual Treasure protection? ''


    Elder Yu''s voice trembled as he looked at Ling Tianyu. His gaze contained pleasant surprise, doubt, and even shock.


    To the Empire of Feng Yun, the Spirit Treasure was a legendary treasure. It was only seen in ancient books and others had never heard of it.


    According to rumours, a Spirit Treasure was something that only an Earth realm expert could own. It was extremely rare and it brought along its own spiritual nature to protect its master.


    And everything that happened now was very similar to the legendary Protector Soul Treasure.


    However, how could a mere body refining eighth level martial artist refine a spirit treasure? Unless he had the help of an expert.


    "What? Soul Treasure?"


    Yun Lan''s pale face was filled with surprise. If it really was a Soul Treasure, she would be extremely fortunate not to be killed by the backlash. How would she dare to attack Ling Tianyu?


    He could sense that Mu Feng and the others were in the same state. The name of a Soul Treasure was too well-known, even though they did not have the heart to fight over it. To be able to refine a Soul Treasure at the Refinement Realm, one could only imagine that there was definitely an expert backing him.


    "What a teacher from Blue Sky Academy, what a commander of Divine Martial Guard! He actually went back on his word and attacked a nobody like me!" If it wasn''t for the fact that this young master is lucky, I think this young master would have already lost his life! "


    Ling Tianyu stood up and mocked.


    Observing the expressions of the crowd, he knew that they were all stunned by his Heavenly Jade Pendant.


    Sure enough, Elder Yu hurriedly cupped his fists in apology and said: "Little friend, it was Yun Lan who was reckless. I apologize on her behalf. Moreover, you also won the competition and can enter Blue Sky Academy!"


    Just as Yun Lan was about to retort, she was immediately glared at by Elder Yu.


    This scene took a huge turn, leaving everyone puzzled.


    A dignified Blue Sky Academy outer court elder calling someone ''Little Friend'' in the blink of an eye, isn''t this too inconceivable?


    Ling Zhengnan and the others were also stunned. They knew about Ling Tianyu''s background, but they also felt strange about what had just happened.


    "Could it be that this boy really has the help of an expert?" Ling Zhengnan and the others thought.


    "Elder Yu, this kid severely injured my daughter, you must uphold justice for her!"


    Song Guang did not give up and immediately ran over to help Song Wushuang up with a look of sorrow.


    "Hmph, Patriarch Song, your daughter''s strength is far inferior to little friend Ling!" Elder Yu''s eyes were extremely sharp as he glanced at Ling Tianyu and slowly said, "At your age, you''ve already reached the Congealed Spirit Realm. You''re really shocking!"


    What? Congealing Realm?


    The other martial artists were all shocked. When did Ling Tianyu become a Congealing Realm martial artist?


    Song Guang and Yang Chong were both stunned as they looked at Ling Tianyu.


    Song Wushuang suddenly realized in his heart. No wonder all his attacks were ineffective. His cultivation had already surpassed him.


    But why couldn''t they see through it? Moreover, since Elder Yu knew, why didn''t he say so earlier?


    "Hehe, if little friend Ling hadn''t released his cultivation when you were in danger, this old man would have been unable to detect you. I have to say, little friend Ling is the successor of an expert, your method of concealing your cultivation is profound and unfathomable."


    Seeing the gazes of the crowd, Elder Yu explained with a smile. So it was Yun Lan''s palm strike that caused Ling Tianyu''s life to be in danger. This was why he didn''t care about exposing his cultivation and risked his life for Elder Yu to notice.


    However, even if his strength had reached the Heavenly Completion Jade Pendant, he still wouldn''t be able to resist Yun Lan, which was why he''d activated the Heavenly Jade Pendant.


    "Elder Yu is truly intelligent, this kid admires you, but you must at least have an explanation for what happened today!"


    For the Ling family, Ling Tianyu could not care about the other party''s status. In any case, they were all shocked by his Heavenly Jade Pendant, so he might as well solve the problem in one fell swoop.


    "Uh, after Yun Lan is a member of the Yun Family, she is young and full of vigor, so little friend Ling doesn''t need to bother with her!" With a smile on his face, Elder Yu changed the topic and said, "I wonder if little friend Ling has a spirit treasure with him?"


    "Soul Treasure?" "The brat doesn''t know, but a few days ago, a senior came to my house and did give me something. However, he said before that this thing cannot be revealed, so I hope that elder can forgive me."


    "Senior? What''s his name? "


    "I don''t know either. He is an alchemist. He only said that he came from the Central Region!" Ling Tianyu made up all sorts of nonsense, bragging all the while.


    "What?" A senior from the Central Region? "


    Elder Yu and the crowd were all shocked. Although the five continents were very close, but to cross continents, what kind of strength did that require?


    Xiao He''s heart thumped like a drum when he heard this. He secretly rejoiced that he had run into Blue Sky Academy. If he came here on his own, he wouldn''t even know how he died.


    "Which senior ¡­"


    "He left!"


    "Gone?" Elder Yu felt a burst of regret!

 C34

    The people from Central State were too shocked.


    Elder Yu knew that the continent was divided into East, West, North and Central Plains.


    In the Central Region, there were many people. It was very prosperous. It was said that there were many people in the Earth realm, and even Heaven realm experts had appeared in the Central Region.


    Thus, when Ling Tianyu spoke of the elder leaving, he felt rather disappointed.


    However, the reason why Ling Tianyu was able to obtain the protection of the spirit treasure was likely due to the trust of some senior.


    No matter what, Ling Tianyu had to be accepted into Blue Sky Academy or the empire. He might be able to build a relationship with that senior in the future.


    "Since that senior values little friend Ling, his talent must be extraordinary. I represent Blue Sky Academy to welcome you, I wonder if little friend Ling will agree?"


    Elder Yu said seriously.


    However, these words left the surrounding candidates at a loss.


    Isn''t this too fast? First it was difficult, then it was agreed to, and now it became a request?


    What they had seen and heard today should have lasted for three days and three nights. That is, the Headmaster of the Azure Sky Academy had actually asked Ling Tianyu to join them.


    If this was said, who would believe it?


    The ups and downs of life were just like this. First, one had to live or die, but now, it was filled with all sorts of people.


    Song Guang and Yang Xiong were both stunned. This scene was completely different from what they imagined. Based on the current situation, not only would the Ling Family not be annihilated, the Ling Family would even climb onto their heads.


    The people of the Ling family were all silent and excited. Many people were anxious for Ling Tianyu. Now, he was begging them to enter Blue Sky Academy, yet he did not immediately agree.


    "Let me think about it!"


    Puff ¡­


    Ling Tianyu''s answer caused everyone to spit out blood. This fellow was actually so unrelenting even after getting the upper hand. If it were anyone else, they would have already flown into the sky in joy.


    Entering Blue Sky Academy was the dream of countless martial artists. Yet, this fellow still had to consider it.


    "Heh, that''s how it should be. Since little friend Ling has received the guidance of an expert, he''s naturally not any weaker than Blue Sky Academy!"


    Elder Yu quickly said. Any random expert in the Central Region could annihilate the Empire of Feng Yun countless of times. Under the tutelage of such an expert, of course it would be better than being in the Blue Sky Academy.


    "However, if little friend Ling is willing to join my Blue Sky Academy, I am willing to give you five spots!"


    What? All of the martial artists around the five slots stared blankly. What was going on with Blue Sky Academy today? He was actually so generous.


    Furthermore, Yun Lan, who had almost killed Ling Tianyu, did not have the slightest reaction.


    As for the Ling family, when they heard about the five spots, their eyes immediately lit up. Five of them could enter Blue Sky Academy, and even if they wanted the Ling family to not develop, it would be impossible.


    "Tianyu, hurry up and agree to it!"


    Ling Zhan hurriedly shouted. As long as Ling Tianyu agreed, Ling Hao would definitely be one of the five spots.


    Ling Tianyu remained silent. He was a human and possessed some temper. If it wasn''t for the jade pendant, he would have been killed by Yun Lan.


    Therefore, his heart was full of hatred. Not mentioning killing her for revenge, he would at least punish her a bit.


    As for the Song Family and Song Wushuang, they were no longer worth his help.


    "Forget it, let''s talk about the matter of Yun Lan in the future. Five spots is already the biggest concession for Blue Sky Academy!" Ling Tianyu thought to himself.


    But he did not immediately agree. He looked at Xiao He and said: "You must be Master Xiao He, I wonder what is Master Xiao''s purpose in coming here? "It can''t be an invitation from Blue Sky Academy, right?"


    Since the matters of Blue Sky Academy and the Medicine King Manor had already been resolved, the matter of Gu Yun had to be settled.


    "Uh, I... I came here for a stroll, and coincidentally met Elder Yu and the others! " He was only a Rank 2 Alchemist Master and was not even worth mentioning when compared to the Central State Alchemists. How could he dare to cause trouble for Ling Tianyu?


    "Nonsense, Master Xiao He heard that his disciple was killed, so he came here to investigate!"


    Elder Yu said as he saw the opportunity. This was a good time to fawn over Ling Tianyu.


    "That damned old fogey!" Xiao He cursed in his heart and hurriedly explained, "Little friend Ling, don''t misunderstand. A few days ago, I received a letter from the head of the Ling family. I have to thank little friend Ling! "


    "Hua!"


    If the scene had actually come from Xiao He''s mouth, even if others didn''t understand it, they would know that Ling Tianyu was extraordinary.


    First, it was Blue Sky Academy. Then, it was Grandmaster Xiao He. They had all submitted before Ling Tianyu, and the Ling family was destined to soar to greatness.


    "There''s no need to thank me. From now on, Master Xiao has to take good care of his disciple!" Ling Tianyu said calmly.


    "Of course, of course!" Xiao He repeatedly nodded his head!


    "Elder Yu, since Blue Sky Academy is willing to give the Ling Family five slots, when are we going to go to Blue Sky Academy?"


    After resolving everything, Ling Tianyu said.


    Upon hearing this, Elder Yu immediately rejoiced secretly and hurriedly said, "I presume little friend Ling has many matters to attend to. We will stay in the City Lord''s Mansion for ten days. Ten days later, how about we head to the imperial city with the five disciples of the Ling family?"


    "Alright, I''ll be troubling Elder Yu!"


    At last, the curtains of the Cloudburst City had fallen. Song Guang and Yang Xiong were dejected, unable to come up with a solution.


    They did not know that even though Song Wushuang was extremely talented, how could he be compared to a Central State expert? As long as they could rope in Ling Tianyu, they might be able to establish a relationship with that expert.


    However, who would have thought that Ling Tianyu was making this up?


    In a mysterious place, the spiritual energy had condensed into a substance, and the Huawei clouds were floating in the air.


    This was a mystical land that was overflowing with lights and vibrant colors. Birds were chirping and flowers were blooming; it was as if it was a paradise on earth.


    This place was located above the Ninth Heaven, and it was called the Supreme Heavenly Palace!


    "My lord, the Fated Star appeared. With a brilliant flash, it disappeared!"


    On top of an elegant building, there was a girl with peerless beauty. Her graceful figure and peerless face made all the flowers in the world wither.


    Beside him, an old man wearing a moon and star robe was bowing and reporting to him.


    "Oh? It has been so many years, why did it appear today? " The woman''s voice was sweet as she asked in surprise.


    "I can feel the power of the Heavenly Jade Pendant, it''s just that the energy is very weak, I can''t pinpoint its position!" The old man said.


    "Heh, even if that power is great, you will not be able to detect it. It''s not like you don''t know Ling Yuanzhao''s methods, unless you can reach the level of a top Divine Calculator. By then, they will probably appear."


    The old man lowered his head with an expression of inferiority.


    "Xingju, are you sure Yuan Hao has not reincarnated?" the woman asked after a moment of silence.


    "No, none of the Dark World''s reincarnation platform guards reported that they did not have Ling Yuanzhao''s soul reincarnated!"


    "Yeah, with his personality, he definitely won''t let us find him. Maybe he''s prepared to give up on his previous dao and come to the underworld to cultivate!"


    The woman nodded slightly.


    "Cultivation in the Underworld?" The old man was very surprised.


    In the current great world, there were a total of seven realms. The only difference was that the underworld was filled with Yin energy.


    Therefore, it was impossible for normal martial artists to stay in the Underworld for long periods of time, and the Ling Yuanhao they spoke of was from the Mortal Realm. If he wanted to cultivate in the Underworld once more, he would have to give up his foundation and switch to the Underworld''s cultivation methods.


    "Hehe, don''t waste time on him. Our main goal is to find Ling Tianyu. Only he can achieve our goal!"


    The woman smiled.

 C35

    This time around, the entire Chu Yun City was filled with pride.


    Just the Ling family''s five spots alone were enough to cause everyone to want to praise them.


    Once upon a time, it was extremely difficult for the warriors from these remote towns to enter Blue Sky Academy. They never thought that they would be struck by luck this time.


    Of course, the Ling family was the one who gave Yun City this honor. Everyone was confused as to whether this Ling Tianyu was a god or a demon, to be able to withstand a palm strike from a Mouling Realm martial artist without dying.


    And the worst part was, as the outer dean of Blue Sky Academy, he was still begging others to enter Blue Sky Academy.


    Even though they had many speculations, they didn''t know the real reason. They could only say that Ling Tianyu was a monster, a freak genius, and the like.


    This was because the Chu Yun City was the lowest of the low.


    Bang!


    In the Song Residence, Song Guang''s belly was filled with hatred as he smashed the bottles at home to pieces in an attempt to vent the anger in his heart.


    When he was done, he sat back in his chair and felt powerless.


    Now that the Ling family was powerful, the small forces that had been trying to curry favor with them had flattened their thresholds.


    Song Guang had been scheming all this while, but he never thought that the Ling family would be the first to be wiped out. This time, he thought that he would be able to destroy the Ling family, but he never thought that not even a hair on the Ling family would be injured.


    On the contrary, it had caused his daughter to lose a lot of blood, and the Song Family had begun to decline.


    How could he swallow this resentment? However, in his current state, even if he had three heads and six arms, he wouldn''t be able to touch the Ling Family in the slightest.


    "Father ¡­"


    Outside, Song Wushuang walked in with the support of a servant.


    "Wushuang, you haven''t recovered from your injuries. Why are you back?"


    In the end, Song Wushuang was still a Heaven''s Pride character with a Grade 5 Martial Vein. He had been arranged to the City Lord''s Mansion to recuperate, so Yun Lan still attached great importance to him.


    However, for some reason, Song Wushuang ran back.


    "Dad, I''m fine. This time, it''s all because of your daughter''s lack of skills. Otherwise, I''ll just kill that bastard."


    Damn, after killing Ling Tianyu, don''t you see that Yun Lan did not even manage to kill him with a single palm? With just you, Song Wushuang, there is still a long way to go.


    Song Guang shook his head and sighed, "Wushuang, the Ling Family has not been through with their anger. I''m afraid that they will belong to the Ling Family from now on."


    The Yang family had disappeared, the Li family did not fight, and the Song family had become deserted.


    What a joke, everyone now knew that the Ling and Song Families were at loggerheads with each other, and none of them dared to be associated with the Song Family. As a result, the Song Family''s business started to decline rapidly.


    "Father, don''t be so dejected. After your teacher became a member of the Yun Family, the Empire''s Divine Martial Guard was also humiliated by Ling Tianyu yesterday. She will not let this matter rest."


    "Moreover, I heard that they surrendered because of a treasure on that kid''s body."


    Song Wushuang said seriously. It turned out that he still hadn''t given up on the Ling Family''s current situation and had come to agree on a plan.


    "Treasure? "Right, Elder Yu mentioned a Spirit Treasure that day!"


    Song Guang recalled, what was a Soul Treasure? Probably only Mu Feng, Elder Yu, and Yun Lan knew of this.


    Moreover, it was probably because Elder Yu was too shocked at that time that he blurted out the news. Otherwise, if news of this Soul Treasure were to spread, it would definitely bring about a calamity to the Wind Cloud Empire.


    "Yes, it is a Soul Treasure. I believe that a Soul Treasure is an extremely precious item. The reason why the Blue Sky Academy is so condescending is also because they have obtained this item. Who knows when the empire will make a move against the Ling Family."


    She was extremely talented and very intelligent, but he had muttered the power of a Soul Treasure.


    Other than an Earth realm expert, who would dare to have any ideas about a Spirit Treasure? Therefore, his plan was destined to fail again.


    However, there was one thing she wasn''t wrong about. Yun Lan was indeed dissatisfied. This time, Ling Tianyu''s entrance into Blue Sky Academy was most likely a rough journey.


    The Ling Family was currently in a state of ecstasy. Now, no matter how much hatred they had towards Ling Tianyu, it had all disappeared.


    This was because everything that the Ling family had received was brought over by Ling Tianyu. Five spots for Blue Sky Academy. In time, the Ling family would have five experts.


    Previously, the Ling Family did not even dare to think about this achievement.


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll give you one more chance. I''ll give you one more chance!"


    Other than Ling Shuiyao, the other four were all members of the Ling Family, but their talent and cultivation were the most outstanding, especially Ling Yan. Although she was a woman, her cultivation had reached the sixth level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "It''s not that big of a deal, it''s just that I don''t have any skill with it!"


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright then, I''ll give it a try!" "Alright then, I''ll give it a shot!"


    Ling Shuiyao originally wanted to participate in the test, but since the Ling Family had obtained five slots, there was no need for them to take the test any further. Without a doubt, they had entered Blue Sky Academy today.


    The little lass was extremely excited. She was willing to be with Ling Tianyu no matter where she went.


    Naturally, Ling Tianyu didn''t bother with the five spots. The moment he returned, he immediately entered his courtyard and began his closed door cultivation.


    This time, he was not training, but refining the Heavenly Jade Pendant.


    Once, his father had told him that after the Heavenly Jade Pendant recognized him as its master, he could slowly refine it.


    He knew that his journey to Blue Sky Academy would not be smooth sailing, so he had to refine it as soon as possible. He didn''t know what kind of powerful abilities the jade pendant his father had given him would have.


    Weng! *


    Ling Tianyu placed the jade pendant in his hands and the spiritual energy around his body swirled around it. A strand of zhenqi shot out from the tip of his finger and into the jade pendant, creating a connection with his mind.


    It must be said that refining this Heavenly Jade Pendant was extremely difficult. In just a few short hours, Ling Tian''s forehead was covered in beads of sweat.


    Moreover, he often stopped because his true qi was exhausted.


    "This item really isn''t something that can be casually refined."


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself as he took out several dozen Energy Recovery Pills.


    "Since I don''t have enough zhenqi, I might as well consume the pills. In any case, I can just casually forge this stuff right now."


    One hour, four hours ¡­


    One day. Two days. Three days ¡­


    As long as his zhenqi dried up, Ling Tianyu would be able to recover his zhenqi and replenish his dantian.


    On the eighth day, the Heavenly Jade Pendant emitted a trembling sound.


    At this moment, a stream of information appeared in Ling Tianyu''s mind. He had completed the first stage of refining the Celestial Jade Pendant.


    At the same time, a scripture appeared in his mind. It was the ''Overreaching the Heavens without a Beginning Scripture''.


    He knew everything. When the heaven and earth was formed, all laws were united.


    "This Heaven Opening Scripture can actually increase one''s perception by such a ridiculous amount?"


    When Ling Tianyu finished reading it, he was so excited that he jumped up and down. A martial artist''s cultivation focused on their comprehension ability, so what if it was a Grade Nine Martial Veins? So what if you have the guidance of a master teacher?


    His own comprehension was the most important thing, something that others could not give him.


    Excited, Ling Tianyu suddenly thought of a question. Did his father cultivate the Heaven''s Path Divine Scripture as well?


    The answer was no, because Ling Yuanhao had already reached the highest realm when he obtained the Celestial Jade Pendant. Moreover, this Celestial Jade Pendant was rather strange. He had to start refining it at the Congealing Realm, otherwise he would only be able to recognize it as his master.


    As for the benefits Ling Yuanhao had left for Ling Tianyu, even he did not know.


    "He''s only at the first stage. I wonder how many layers he''ll have left, and what sort of abilities he''ll have. I''m really looking forward to it."


    As a cultivator without any basic knowledge of cultivation, Ling Tianyu was elated. Thus, he immediately started cultivating the Ancient Book of Clear Heaven.


    It had to be said that his perception was quite good. In just a single day, he had comprehended the essence of the blood essence, and his perception had greatly improved.


    "Eh, why is this Primordius Pill Formula incomplete?"


    He had just comprehended the ''Unstarted Sutra'', and he wanted to flip through the ''Primordius Pill Formula'', only then did he realize that the ''Primordius Pill Formula'' he memorized had something more. The ingredients, the pill formula, and the forging method were actually starting to fill in the gaps, going through them one by one.


    "The Primordius Pill Formula was left behind by a supreme alchemist. It was lost and passed down. Eventually it became incomplete and left here."


    "It was left behind by a Paragon of the Dao of alchemy," he thought. "It''s a good thing. So the Heaven Opening Scripture can actually be used to make up for incomplete magical techniques!"


    "Now that I have learned the Heavenly Classic of the Unchanging, even if there are some incomplete Heaven Level Martial Arts, I can still make up for it?"


    The more Ling Tianyu thought about it, the more excited he became. He immediately started to look through the Great Chaos Pill Art, and the amount of information in it increased by at least ten times.


    Right now, Ling Tianyu had an encyclopedia of the dao of pills in his mind. With this, coupled with his own comprehension ability, he would definitely become a Pill Dao Sovereign in the future.


    "Right, martial arts, take a look at the Soul Void Sword Intent?"


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself. He did not know anything about the ''One with the Human Sword'' behind the ''Void'' Sword Intent. Even if he wanted to try, he would still find out if it was a Heaven Ranked incomplete martial art.


    He did not know, but he was shocked when he saw it. The Spiritual Void Sword Technique was indeed a Heaven Ranked Martial Technique, but it was only a Heaven Ranked Level 6 Martial Technique. Even so, it was more than enough for the current Ling Tianyu.


    As long as he could understand everything, he would at least become a sword expert in the future.

 C36

    Ling Tianyu had spent an entire day familiarizing himself with the Primordius Pill Formula before realizing the wonders of nature.


    All living things are at odds with each other. Almost any kind of medicinal herb has a unique function: it can cure illnesses, refine pills, and strengthen the body, assisting cultivators in their cultivation.


    Of course, there were advantages and disadvantages, and the medicinal effects were limited as well.


    For example, the Snow Spirit Pill could at most be used two times. Any more and it would have no effect.


    However, if one pill failed, then another higher level pill would appear. For example, the Eternal Hope Pill was a level higher than the Snow Spirit Pill and could increase the cultivation of a martial practitioner in the origin realm.


    Therefore, pills were often indispensable to a martial artist''s cultivation path.


    "There''s not much time left. I should start concocting the Snow Spirit Pill first. The Ling Xu Sword Intent can be studied at the Blue Sky Academy."


    Ling Tian Yu raised his head and looked at the sky. He took out a wooden box. This was the three-hundred-year-old snow ginseng that Ouyang Xiu had given him.


    His current goal in refining the Snow Spirit Pellet was to raise his cultivation level, and if Ouyang Xiu told him to, he would give him a Snow Spirit Pellet.


    Although with his status as a student of the Blue Sky Academy, he didn''t need to bother with Ouyang Xiu, the Ling Family still needed his care after he left.


    Walking up to the cauldron, Ling Tianyu took out the ingredients that had been prepared beforehand and placed them into the cauldron alongside the snow ginseng.


    "I hope I can refine a few more!"


    Ling Tianyu gathered his zhenqi and a ball of zhenqi fire appeared before pouring it into the cauldron.


    Time trickled by, and the steps to concoct the Snow Spirit Pellet appeared clearly in his mind. He discovered that ever since he had started cultivating the Heavenly Comprehension Scripture, his pill concocting methods had become clearer.


    This included some of the steps and techniques he did not know about earlier. Now, he could comprehend them all, just like how he had personally experienced in the past.


    Two hours later, the fragrance of the pills drifted into the cauldron again and again. Ling Tianyu immediately gathered his attention and observed carefully.


    This was a three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng. If it failed, it would mean losing a million gold coins, which was equivalent to several years of the Ling family''s income.


    When the last bit of time had passed, Ling Tianyu retracted the fire of zhenqi. The rich pill fragrance had already permeated the entire room. He could not wait to run up and open the lid.


    "It''s a success, there are actually three mid-tier pills!"


    Ling Tianyu''s eyes immediately lit up when he saw the six snow-white spheres lying inside the sphere.


    Three medium-grade pills and three low-grade pills meant that his pill refining level had risen to another level, reaching the level of a tier two alchemist master.


    Think about it, isn''t the Wind Cloud Empire''s rank 2 alchemist master someone who has been through many vicissitudes of life? Bull scum!


    If they were to know that Ling Tianyu had already become a tier 2 apothecary at the age of 14, the entire Wind Cloud Empire would be in an uproar.


    One had to know that the status of an alchemist was much higher than that of a martial artist. With Ling Tianyu''s current alchemy standards, even Origin Creation Stage powerhouses would have to be courteous to him.


    Let''s try out the effects of the pill first. Ling Tianyu consumed a medium-grade Snow Spirit Pill and immediately started refining the pills.


    Under this powerful technique, the medicinal effect did not lose any of its strength. All of it flowed through his eight extraordinary meridians and finally converged in his dantian sea.


    Om, the resonance of his Dan Sea produced vibrations, and his true qi was condensing and changing.


    Ling Tianyu felt a powerful aura brewing. He was about to achieve a breakthrough!


    Middle level of the Congealing Realm!


    Awesome, this pill is really good stuff.


    Unfortunately, the more Snow Spirit Pills one consumed, the worse the effects would be. When the second mid grade Snow Spirit Pill was consumed, Ling Tianyu''s cultivation once again advanced.


    However, this time, it had only increased by a small amount, and had yet to reach the peak of the middle level of the Core Formation Stage.


    "Sigh, looks like I''ll have to forge an even higher tier pill!"


    He didn''t know that it was already very impressive for two Snow Spirit Pills to reach such a high level. If it was a 50 year old Snow Ginseng, it would at most raise his cultivation a little. However, this 300 year old Snow Ginseng was like a single pill.


    "This won''t do. Relying too much on an external force will cause my foundation to be unstable. Self-cultivation is the right path!"


    Putting away the remaining pills, Ling Tianyu lifted his head to look at the sky. The sun had already started to shine in the east.


    "It''s almost dawn. Today is the day to go to Blue Sky Academy!" "Father, just you wait. Although I have just started on the road of martial arts, it won''t be long before I reach the peak of martial arts!"


    The square in the Cloudburst City had long since gathered in all four directions.


    This time, aside from the six people from the Ling family, there were eight other geniuses heading to Blue Sky Academy.


    After ten days of rest, they had enough time to return home to visit. As a result, most of them returned home to send off their families.


    "Child, work hard at Blue Sky Academy. Your dad will be waiting for you to bring glory to our family!"


    "Stinking brat, you must not embarrass me!"


    As they parted, all sorts of warnings came flying in.


    The same was true for the Ling family. All kinds of motivational words were like lines on a television screen, causing Ling Tianyu''s ears to be in a state of shock.


    However, he still nodded with a smile. After all, this was the Ling Family that had raised him for fourteen years.


    Finally on the way out, Ling Tianyu gave a medium-grade Snow Spirit Pill to Ouyang Xiu, making him feel very grateful.


    He was currently at the late stage of the Congealing Realm. With the help of this Snow Spirit Pill, he would definitely be able to reach the peak of the Congealing Realm. At that time, it would only take him a few years to reach the Plastic Origin Stage.


    Therefore, he promised to take good care of the Ling Family.


    The group of people rode on their horses and were led by Yun Lan. Amongst them, Mu Feng, Elder Yu and First Prince Feng Jue had long left.


    As the matter of the Soul Treasure was very important, they had to report back first.


    Along the way, over twenty fine horses galloped at high speed, raising a cloud of dust and smoke. It was truly a spectacular sight.


    Moreover, the people on horseback were all young martial artists with profound cultivations. The man was handsome and extraordinary, while the woman was devastatingly beautiful.


    Passing by, they couldn''t help but exclaim in admiration. When they found out that this was a new disciple of Blue Sky Academy, all of them were filled with reverence.


    Ling Tianyu''s cultivation was concealed at the early stage of the Congealing Realm because Elder Yu had already revealed the truth. As for his breakthrough with the Snow Spirit Pill, naturally it would not be revealed to the public.


    "Big brother Tianyu, that beautiful big sister has been looking at you this whole time?"


    Ling Shuiyao whispered as the two horses walked side by side. She was referring to Yun Lan.


    "Ignore her!"


    Ling Tianyu didn''t even spare a glance at her. In his heart, this woman was a devil and he would teach her a lesson sooner or later.


    Naturally, he didn''t know that Yun Lan was thinking the same thing. Her status was outstanding and her cultivation was high, but she was actually injured by an ant-like existence in the wilderness. She had to vent her anger.


    In the Imperial Family of the Wind Cloud Empire, Elder Yu and the First Prince, Feng Jue, had rushed back a long time ago and reported the matter of the Spirit Treasure to the Emperor, Feng Qingtian.


    "Soul Treasure?" Such a thing actually appeared in the Empire of Feng Yun? "Are you sure?"


    Feng Qingtian was dressed in a dragon robe, and the aura around his body was strong without getting angry. He was a Qi Resisting Realm expert, so the true energy around his body was concealed.


    "It should be close. However, that Soul Treasure was given to me by a powerful pill refiner in Central State!"


    Feng Jue nodded as well when Elder Yu truthfully reported what Ling Tianyu had boasted about.


    "A powerful alchemist in Central State, could he be a Fifth or Sixth Order? Protecting the Spirit Treasure Lord means that you already recognize him as your master. If you don''t have the cultivation of the Earth realm, anyone who tries to fight over it will be devoured by the Spirit Treasure and be annihilated! "


    Feng Qingtian muttered to himself. Such a legendary object appearing in front of his own door, yet he couldn''t find it. His heart was like a cat''s paw.


    However, to be able to sit at the throne of the Emperor was not a foolish person. He quickly said, "You did the right thing. The person behind him is too strong. We can only express our goodwill and not snatch him away!"

 C37

    The Empire of Feng Yun was only one of the seven eastern kingdoms of the Eastern Continent. Only by leaving the seven eastern kingdoms could one truly enter the Eastern Continent.


    In the true Eastern Continent, there were many sects and clans, and their powers were much stronger than the Empire of Feng Yun.


    To be able to establish a sect, one had to be at least in the Earth realm. Any one of them could annihilate the Wind Cloud Empire countless times.


    The Eastern Emperor Continent was so, even more so than the Central Region, which was very prosperous. Therefore, Feng Qingtian could only pray that Ling Tianyu did not have the heart of an emperor, otherwise, the Feng family''s Jiang Shan would be taken over.


    "Seal off the information. No one is allowed to leak it out. Moreover, everything is normal. Do not approach him intentionally, otherwise it will backfire."


    At the order of the Emperor, he judged that the mysterious expert had not brought him away. He must have wanted him to leave the Eastern Continent step by step.


    If that was the case, Ling Tianyu definitely wouldn''t covet this small Empire of Feng Yun. Moreover, it might be beneficial for the prosperity of the Empire in the future.


    But as an emperor, he was absolutely not allowed to have any threats. The only thing he could do was to quickly break into the Earth realm so that he would not be afraid of the might of the Spirit Treasure.


    However, since that Soul Treasure was given to him by a powerful practitioner, his martial will must have been left on it. If it was taken away, it would definitely cause that powerful warrior to sense it and cross over the continent.


    Thus, they could only take precautions and not take any action. Furthermore, they had to protect Ling Tianyu.


    This imperceptibly gave Ling Tianyu the greatest level of protection.


    "We''ve finally arrived at the imperial capital. Exactly what is the imperial city? It''s ten times bigger than the Chu Yun City!"


    The group of people urged their horses forward and finally arrived at the capital after half a month. Just the majestic city gates were enough to stun them.


    After entering, they saw the sights of the imperial city. They were all like countryside bumpkins entering a city, and their interest was immediately piqued.


    "Eh, these must be new students recruited by Blue Sky Academy. All of them are full of energy and have extraordinary temperament. This is really the fortune of an empire."


    This young man was a dazzling star wherever he went. Many martial artists suddenly stopped around him and pointed at him as they discussed in private.


    This kind of flattery made the youngsters who had just left the forest feel light all over their bodies. In their hearts, not only did they feel a strong sense of ambition.


    "Don''t think that you can soar into the sky just by entering Blue Sky Academy. The following test is not child''s play. If you don''t meet the requirements, then scram!"


    With a ladle of cold water, it caused everyone to wake up from their dreams.


    After she said those words, Chao Ling Tianyu glanced at her for a moment before riding away.


    "Go report to Blue Sky Academy yourself. There''ll be a match three days later, and I''ll set a standard for all of you. Those who don''t meet it, prepare to go back home."


    Match, this was a competition at the start of school.


    Blue Sky Academy was divided into the inner and outer courtyard.


    The three classes in the outer courtyard were Earth, Xuan, and Huang. The inner courtyard only had one class, called Sky Class.


    Although the three classes in the outer court were large in number, in three years, these three classes would eliminate two of them, and in the end, all of them would enter the inner court and become Heaven Class students.


    When that time came, only a few students in the inner courtyard would become core students and be groomed to become the country''s management. The rest would go to various places and become members of the army.


    The natural selection competition was a survival of the fittest. Whether it was a large sect or a small country, both were cruel.


    The match wasn''t between the three classes of the outer court, but rather a battle between the three classes of the outer court and the class of the inner court.


    Although there was a certain gap in cultivation level, the number of people in the three courtyards still held a decisive advantage.


    In order to be fair, each student would have a jade plate with them. At that time, according to the number of jade plates they stole, points would be rewarded.


    Points could be exchanged for various types of spiritual medicines and martial arts in the academy. They could also be used to train in the academy''s cultivation room. This was undoubtedly a good thing that everyone yearned for.


    However, it was extremely difficult to obtain points, unless one made a significant contribution to the academy or completed the activities of the academy, reaching a designated rank.


    Of course, you can also complete the characters in the academy''s announcement. This is the most common method of earning points.


    To put it bluntly, this competition was nothing more than the academy giving the Inner Academy a chance to earn points.


    The strongest inner court disciples had reached the early stage of the Sculpting Yuan Realm, and the weakest had already reached the Congealing Realm. Even if the outer court had three times the number of disciples, they would still lose without a doubt.


    Therefore, it was no surprise that every time the new and older students fought, it would always end with the defeat of the outer court disciples.


    However, the standard Yun Lan spoke of was only to stimulate the potential of the outer court students.


    To be able to enter Blue Sky Academy, who would still want to be eliminated?


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, there are still three days left. Let''s report to the academy, and then we''ll go out for two days!"


    Looking at the bustling streets of the imperial city, Ling Kun felt like he was scratching a cat.


    "I agree. I wonder how our Yuan Spirit City is so bustling. This is the first time I''m out, so I must play for two days."


    A young martial artist from another town quickly raised his hand in support. His name was Ma Ling, and he was at the eighth level of the Refinement Realm. He came from Source Spirit City. He passed the test in Cloudburst City.


    "Humph, a bunch of bumpkins. I don''t even know what they''re capable of. Three days from now, the match will be the key and we''ll still be in the mood to play!"


    The one who spoke was none other than Lu Zhan, the peak of the early stage of the Congealing Realm martial artist.


    He was standing beside Song Wushuang like a protector of the flower. When he was in Poyun City, Song Wushuang had been injured by Ling Tianyu. Lu Zhan''s heart was filled with rage as he prepared to kill Ling Tianyu.


    However, the moment that the Misty Cloud moved, the backlash from the Soul Treasure was triggered, causing Lu Zhan to be able to endure it.


    However, he had already promised himself that he would definitely kill Ling Tianyu.


    The capital was under the feet of the Celestial Emperor. His power was complex, and apart from Blue Sky Academy, there were also eight other great sects. Many of them held positions in the imperial court, were only second to the imperial family, and were on equal footing with the three Duke Palaces.


    And Lu Zhan was a member of the Lu family, one of the eight famous sects in the capital. He was the grandson of the current dynasty''s Minister, Lu Zhengkun.


    Strangely, the descendants of the eight famous sects in the capital all entered Blue Sky Academy this time, as if it was a promise they would make in their previous lives.


    There were many geniuses among them, such as the Liu Family, one of the eight famous sects, Liu Ruoxuan. Seventeen years, yet she had already reached the peak of the late stage of the Congealing Realm.


    And there was also the Huang Family''s Huang Ziyuan, who was only eighteen years old, and whose cultivation had already reached the peak of the Congealing Star Realm.


    The Qin Clan''s Qin Gang was only nineteen years old, and had also reached the peak of the Congealing Realm.


    Thus, although this match seemed to be a gift to the seniors, in reality, it was Alexander who was one of the seniors.


    "If you want to play, then go ahead and have fun. In these two days, your cultivation won''t advance much."


    Ling Tianyu looked into the distance. He was also a bumpkin. If he didn''t go and take a look at the capital, he would have wasted his time there.


    However, his purpose was not to play, but to familiarize himself with the imperial city and see if there were any medicine stores.


    As a Tier 2 pill refiner, he would definitely choose a good store to buy ingredients.


    "Hmph, Junior Sister Wushuang, let''s go."


    Lu Zhan snorted coldly. Song Wushuang glared hatefully at Ling Tianyu before leaving with him.


    After reporting to the academy and finding a place to stay, Ling Tianyu and the others swiftly left the academy.


    "Yea ¡­" "We can finally play!"


    Many people were excited, like fish swimming in the sea.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, we''ll be leaving first. We won''t be going with you!"


    With a snap of the horse''s fingers, they quickly left. At the same time, the other seven students also left.


    They were a family, so he definitely wasn''t willing to join in on the fun.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, I''ll take a look around!" I won''t be with you. "


    Ling Hao said, and left without looking back. This once strong person more or less still had a trace of estrangement.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, I''ll be going too." Zhang Yang laughed and said, "Alright then, I''ll help you!"


    Only Ling Shuiyao and Ling Yan were left behind. They were unfamiliar with this place, and as women, they were still a little timid.


    "Big brother Tianyu, where are we going?"

 C38

    "Let''s just take a stroll!"


    Ling Tianyu''s goal was to find a medicine store. Furthermore, he had just arrived here, so he really didn''t know what was so interesting about the capital.


    Since the imperial city was so big, it would take at least three to five months.


    "Alright, we''ll listen to big brother Tianyu."


    The two little girls followed behind Ling Tianyu excitedly.


    "Heavenly Medicine Pavilion?"


    Needless to say, Ling Tian''s luck was pretty good. He had only walked a few streets when he saw a medicinal shop.


    In front of the medicine store, there was a qilin arched its back. The golden lacquer was exceptionally dazzling. The two dragon pillars were separated into two sides, giving it an imposing manner that shot through the sky like a rainbow.


    Even though Ling Tianyu was still young, he knew how incredible the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was.


    "Welcome, you three."


    Upon stepping through the door, a waiter immediately walked over with a smile.


    There were a lot of people inside, but it was very spacious. There were rows and rows of medicine shelves, as well as medicine cabinets with many finished products and pills inside.


    It was obvious that this was a medicine store that was selling medicinal pills.


    "What do you three want to buy?" the clerk asked.


    "Let me take a look first!" Ling Tianyu walked away and examined them one by one.


    "Three Lives Flower, Absolute Spirit Grass, Deadwood Vine ¡­"


    These were all materials needed to refine a Grade 3 pill. To be able to see them all, it seemed like the capital was truly extraordinary.


    "Eternal Hope Pill, Spring-Returning Pill, Origin Strengthening Pill ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu was able to name almost all of the grade-3 pills, but these pills were extremely rare, at most, he only had one or two of them.


    He had studied the ''Unstarted Scripture'' and also grasped the ''Primordius Pill Formula'' left behind by the supreme dan realm practitioners. Although he was unable to refine pills, his theoretical knowledge and knowledge were like the descent of a supreme dan.


    What a joke, someone had a copy of Senior Dan in their mind.


    "Hmph, you still pretended to be pretty good!"


    By the side, the shop assistant looked at the astonished expression on Ling Tianyu''s face and harrumphed softly.


    Given his many years of experience, he could tell that Ling Tianyu and the other two were bumpkins who had never seen the world before.


    Moreover, a fourteen year old boy brought two eleven to twelve year old girls. It was obvious that he was here for a visit.


    "Hey, boy, if you want to buy something, then hurry up. Don''t disturb our business."


    Seeing that Ling Tianyu was still putting on an act, the associate walked forward and berated him.


    "Can''t you come and take a look since you don''t want to buy anything?"


    Ling Tianyu turned around. He only wanted to take a look and buy some ingredients for forging grade-2 pills.


    "Heh, look? You don''t ask me what kind of place this Heavenly Medicine Pavilion is, do you think any random cat or dog can come in and take a look? If you don''t buy it, then hurry up and get lost. "


    F * ck, what''s wrong with the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion? It''s open for business, and its customers are all gods.


    However, the origins of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was indeed not small. In the capital, no one dared to cause trouble for the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. Even if there were eight clans in the capital, they would still be related by the Royal Clan.


    This was because the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion came from outside of the Wind Cloud Empire. It was rumored that there was a large sect behind them called the Heavenly Medicine Sect.


    It was also rumored that the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was a grand assembly of pill refiners of the world, a product of the Pill Refiner''s Association.


    Regardless of whether it was the Heavenly Medicine Sect or the Alchemist Association, for a small country like the Empire of Feng Yun, they would naturally not dare to act rashly.


    Fortunately, entering the Wind Cloud Empire from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was only just a matter of business. Over the years, the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion had brought the Empire many benefits.


    As for pills, every martial artist needed them. Moreover, there was a huge demand, so there was no need for them.


    "Big brother Tianyu ¡­"


    When the two little girls saw the shop assistant blowing his beard and glaring at them, they felt a trace of fear and hurriedly pulled at the corner of Ling Tianyu''s clothes.


    Ling Tianyu waved his hand, indicating that they did not need to be afraid. Then, he said, "Since you came here to buy something, I will buy it. I will write a list for you."


    Ling Tianyu walked toward the counter and, as though the host, picked up a brush and started writing down a few medicinal herbs.


    The shop assistant took the list and glanced at it. He then cursed, "You little bastard, how dare you make fun of me! Get out of here!"


    The sound of the curses shook the heavens and earth. A few customers surrounded them, wanting to see what was going on.


    "To amuse you?"


    Ling Tianyu was taken aback. He didn''t understand why the shop assistant would say such words.


    What he wrote down were three ingredients, Violet Potato Grass, Void Spirit Grass, and Fantasy Heart Flower. These were the three main ingredients to refine a grade two spatial pill.


    But then again, even though this Space Pill was only a Second Rank pill, it was extremely valuable. Its main purpose was to expand the Dan Sea of warriors.


    The Dan Sea was the source of energy for a martial artist. The size of the Dan Sea directly affected one''s combat prowess. It was not as simple as one plus one equals two.


    This kind of pill was something Ling Tianyu had found in the Primeval Pill Formula. Previously, he searched through the entire Heavenly Medicine Pavilion to look for three different ingredients, but he couldn''t find a single trace of a ghost.


    "What are you writing? I''ve never even heard of it. "


    The shop assistant threw the paper over and someone picked it up to take a look. That person frowned.


    How was this a medicinal herb? They had been in the world for so long, but they had never heard of these three names before.


    "Little brother, quickly apologize and leave. This Heavenly Medicine Pavilion is not like some small medicine stores." A kind-hearted person reminded him.


    There was once a member of the Imperial Family causing trouble here, but was killed by a Heavenly Medicine Pavilion expert. In the end, the matter spread to the Imperial Family, but was instead reprimanded by Feng Huang. In the end, everyone understood that the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion''s background was even tougher than the Imperial Family.


    "You''ve really never heard of it?"


    If he could use the spatial pill to expand his Dan Sea, his fighting strength would instantly double. He might even be able to fight against a late stage Core Formation martial artist, and with his unique perception and powerful spiritual force, he might not lose even against a peak level Core Formation martial artist.


    Moreover, spatial cores were the best when used in the Congealing Realm. After missing it out, his Dan Sea would take form, and even if he consumed more spatial cores, it wouldn''t have any effect.


    "Brat, you''ve angered me. Crawl out from here now, otherwise, stay here forever!" The shop assistant was unrelenting.


    Ling Tianyu suddenly raised his head. Even people would have a bit of anger. This shop assistant was only at the early stage of the Congealing Realm, yet he actually told him to crawl out.


    "Wait, what smell is this?"


    Just as Ling Tianyu was about to erupt, a faint medicinal fragrance wafted through the air, along with a charred smell.


    It was obvious that someone was concocting pills, and it was also a sign that the furnace was about to explode.


    "Hey, you''ve put too much Nether Enlightenment Grass in there. It''s clear that it can be replaced with Fog Shadow Grass. Alas, you''ve wasted a nice pot of Soul Strengthening Pill."


    Ling Tianyu shouted into the room. There was a tinge of pity in his voice as well.


    The Soul Strengthening Pill was a Tier 3 pill that could strengthen the soul of a warrior. It was extremely beneficial to both alchemists and warriors. If a person''s soul was strong, both their spiritual sense and spiritual force would increase.


    "You lunatic, you''re dead for sure! How dare you yell here, do you know who''s inside?"


    The fellow stopped Zhang Xuan with a furious glare. If the pill forging were to affect the person inside, he would be done for as well.


    Bang!


    Just as the attendant finished his sentence, a burst of light explosions sounded out from within the room. Immediately afterwards, an elderly man with a head and face covered in dust appeared at the door.


    "Pavilion Master, it is this little scoundrel who is shouting here, disturbing you from concocting pills."


    Pointing to Ling Tianyu, the shop assistant teared up and pushed all of the blame onto Ling Tianyu.

 C39

    The old man''s name was Yin Danchun, and he was the pavilion master of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion within the Empire of Feng Yun.


    Judging from the three insignia on his chest, this person was a genuine 3-star apothecary.


    There were only three people in the Empire of Feng Yun, and the first was the head of the Medicine King Manor, Mu Jianghai.


    The second was in the Empire''s royal family. His name was Feng Daoyuan, and he was also a 3-star apothecary, an ancient figure.


    The third was the pavilion master of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, Yin Danchun, who was also a third-grade Grandmaster.


    It was precisely because there were only three Tier 3 Pill Refiners that even a Tier 2 alchemist like Xiao He was highly respected.


    As for those Tier 3 apothecaries and Tier 3 pill masters, they were like eight famous sects. Yet, just a moment ago, Ling Tianyu offended a 3-star apothecary.


    Even the royal family had to treat this kind of person like their ancestor. This foreign kid had actually caused their furnace to explode.


    "I wonder where this young man came from, and what sort of background he has. Otherwise, he would be dead for sure." Someone in the crowd lamented.


    "Tch, so what if he has background? Even the Imperial Family is wary of him. This kid can''t be from the Imperial Family, right?" They whispered.


    Beside him, the shop assistant continued to shirk his responsibilities, but Yin Danchun did not pay any attention to him.


    His eyes were filled with spirit as he stared intently at Ling Tianyu as if he wanted to see through him. His expression caused Ling Shuiyao and Ling Yan to hurriedly hide behind him.


    "Was it you who shouted just now?" Yin Danchun asked.


    "That''s right ¡­" Ling Tian nodded.


    "Pavilion Master, this bastard has admitted to it, this isn''t my fault." The shop assistant seized the opportunity to explain, but Yin Danchun ignored him.


    "How did you know that I was refining the Soul Strengthening Pill, and how did you know that there were too many Nether Enlightenment Grass, and that I could use the Shadow Mist Grass to replace it?"


    Yin Danchun asked three questions in a row, which surprised all the surrounding warriors.


    In their estimation, the most taboo for pill refiners was to be disturbed so much that their furnaces would explode. As a Tier 3 pill refining grandmaster and the head of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, Yin Danchun would definitely kill this kid.


    Surprisingly, he did not make a move.


    That''s right, he had never heard of the Soul Strengthening Pill, so when did it appear in the continent?


    "Smell it!" Ling Tianyu replied simply.


    "Nonsense. Are you a dog that has disturbed the pavilion master''s concocting of pills? You even dare to speak nonsense?" With the lackeys'' momentum, they couldn''t let go of this opportunity to flatter him. Who knows, once the pavilion master gets happy, he might not be held accountable.


    "Shut up!" Yin Danchun shouted angrily at the shop assistant, who immediately tensed up, looked at Ling Tianyu, and immediately shut his mouth.


    He thought to himself: Make it up for me.


    The art of alchemy looks, smells, picks, refines, looks at materials. It smells good, it controls the process of forming the pill, the process of sorting the medicinal ingredients, the process of refining the medicinal pills, and the countless techniques involved. It all depends on the alchemist.


    Ling Tianyu explained simply. This was an introduction to the Primordius Pill Formula.


    There were definitely many ways to refine pills. For example, the Primordius Pill Formula only introduced three types of pill techniques. One was for refining a pure fire, which was a common method.


    The other method, [Three Flames Resonance], required three different types of flames to be refined together. Its techniques were complicated and extremely difficult, but it could increase the success rate of the pill and improve the quality of the pill.


    Ling Tianyu was in a hurry to refine a Spatial Pill to expand his Pill Sea because he wanted to learn the Three Flames Resonance.


    The other type was all-encompassing, and its difficulty was extremely high. It was refining many types of medicinal pills at the same time, and using interactions between spirit grass to allow the medicinal pill''s purity to reach its highest level.


    That technique had to be at least in the Earth realm, so right now, he didn''t need to think about it.


    "Go on." Yin Danchun said.


    "As soon as I smelled the fragrance coming from your pill furnace, I immediately recognized the ingredients you used. There was a burnt smell mixed in it, indicating that your pill refinement was wrong, and I just so happened to know the recipe for this Soul Strengthening Pill, so I judged that you had put in too much clear grass."


    The moment Ling Tianyu said those words, disdain rose in the surroundings.


    A wet behind the ears brat actually dared to say that a Tier 3 apothecary grandmaster was in the wrong for pill forging? Wasn''t this Mr Longevity hanging himself because he thought that his life was too long?


    However, things went against his wishes. When Yin Danchun heard about it, he became very excited. He quickly cupped his fists and said, "Young friend, please forgive this old man for being slow."


    What?


    When they saw this scene, everyone rubbed their eyes, afraid that they had seen wrongly.


    A 3-star apothecary actually apologized to a fourteen year old youngster and even addressed him as his young friend. If this was said, who would believe it?


    However, the truth was right before his eyes. Was what he saw with his own eyes fake?


    Some people thought they were dreaming and fiercely pinched themselves a few times. Only when they still felt the pain did they believe it to be true.


    When the shop assistant saw the situation, his eyeballs rolled out of their sockets. Was the pavilion master up to no good today? He actually restrained his fiery temper.


    Right, based on the current situation, how could he still maintain his position? Thinking of this, the shop assistant started to sweat profusely.


    "Pavilion Master is too courteous. I only came here to buy some materials, but someone said that I was making fun of him." Ling Tianyu glared furiously at the trembling attendant.


    "What''s going on?" Yin Danchun asked the waiter.


    "Pavilion..." Pavilion Master, I have indeed never heard of that medicinal herb before! " The shop assistant shouted that he had been wronged and quickly picked up the list and passed it to Yin Danchun.


    Receiving the prescription, Yin Danchun only skimmed through it roughly, and his whole body started to tremble.


    The three ingredients that Ling Tianyu wrote down were the main ingredients for the incomplete pill formula that the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion had found in an ancient monument not too long ago.


    Of the three ingredients, only the word ''Illusion'' was left. He never expected it to be the Fantasy Heart Flower.


    Imperceptibly, the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion had filled in the two lost ancient pill recipes.


    "Little friend, you know about spatial pills?" Yin Danchun''s voice was filled with excitement.


    Seeing Ling Tianyu nod his head, Yin Danchun took a deep breath and reprimanded the shop assistant, "Bastard, you almost neglected your esteemed guest. From now on, you don''t have to come here anymore."


    "Pavilion Master, I refuse to accept this. He was obviously making this up!" The shop assistant shouted loudly. The others also frowned, because they had never heard of those materials before.


    However, did Yin Danchun know about these three materials?


    "Unconvinced? I''ll tell you this, the yam grass can be found in the Seven Dragon Mountain west of the capital, the Sky Spirit Grass is at the edge of the desert, and the Fantasy Heart Flower has appeared on the Thousand Autumn Island. Although these things normally do not have much use, they are the main material for the Spatial Core.


    Yin Danchun directly said it. With the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion''s strength, there was no need to hide it here. At the same time, they could advertise the Spatial Pills to increase the income of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion.


    Even though he had the pill formula and didn''t know how to forge it, wasn''t there a living pill formula in front of him?


    "What?" A spatial pill is actually a pill that was lost during the ancient times! "


    This time, no one could remain calm. To think that a young man would know of such a pill formula. No wonder Yin Danchun, a 3-star apothecary, would have to smile in welcome.


    When the shop assistant heard this, he was dumbfounded. He couldn''t even compare himself to the ancient pill recipe. He could only leave regretfully.


    "Little friend, this old man''s discipline is lacking. Please come inside, this old man will apologize to you later."


    Yin Danchun was extremely respectful, as though his identity had been reversed. Ling Tianyu was a 3-star apothecary, and he was just a fledgling.


    After the four of them walked in, the rest of the people finally left. They had to gather some money as soon as possible so that they could obtain a Spatial Pill at that time.

 C40

    "Little friend, please have some tea."


    Within the inner chamber of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, Yin Danchun politely greeted them.


    Ling Shuiyao and Ling Yan were a little scared. After all, this was the first time they had come out.


    "Master Yin is too polite." Ling Tianyu enjoyed the pleasure of being served by a grade-3 apothecary. This was something that no one had ever done before.


    "Strength, whether it''s the dao of pills or martial arts, both can bring about an unexpected status!" Ling Tianyu thought to himself. If he hadn''t obtained the Primordial Dan Tactic, even if he had the Unending Heavens, it wouldn''t have been of any help.


    At the same time, Yin Danchun also thought to himself: With such a young genius, there must be a terrifying expert in the art of pills behind the scenes. He even knows about the lost ancient pill formulas, at least better than the alchemists in the Alchemist Association.


    After finishing the cup of tea, Yin Danchun asked with a smile, "May I know your name, my friend? Where did you come from?"


    In his heart, Ling Tianyu definitely came from outside the empire, because the highest tier of alchemists in the Empire of Feng Yun was a third rank grandmaster.


    "My name is Ling Tianyu, and I come from the Ling Family of Chu Yun City!"


    "Ah ¡­" Yin Danchun had thought that Ling Tianyu would report a shocking background. Never did he expect that it would actually be the Ling family from Chu Yun City.


    Cloud''s Pit City, everyone knew that it was a small border city of the Empire of Feng Yun. How strong could a family in this kind of place be?


    "Cloudburst City? Little friend, are you kidding me? " Yin Danchun naturally didn''t believe it.


    "You old geezer, why must big brother Tianyu be joking? We are from the Ling Family of the Chu Yun City." Ling Shuiyao was slightly more daring, and immediately became dissatisfied.


    Facing this accusation, Yin Danchun was stunned for a moment, and then burst out laughing.


    To criticize a Grade 3 Alchemy Grandmaster while scolding an old man, probably only this little girl, who was nearly eleven years old, could do so.


    However, with Ling Tianyu here, Yin Dan Chun naturally wouldn''t dare to blame him.


    "Master Yin, please don''t blame me. I am still young, I have offended many people."


    Even though Ling Tianyu was knowledgeable in the dao of pills, he wasn''t as arrogant as the others. At the very least, he hadn''t met someone he should be arrogant for.


    "It''s fine, it''s fine. Your little sister''s words are not unreasonable. I am an old man to begin with!" Yin Danchun laughed and hesitated for a moment before asking, "I wonder what little friend Ling thinks about the Spatial and Soul Strengthening Pills?"


    The moment he said those words, Ling Tianyu immediately understood that the old fellow was trying to obtain his pill forging methods.


    Earlier, he had heard people exclaiming in admiration. Space Pills were pills that had been lost since the ancient times. As a result, the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion would probably be unable to refine them.


    "Forget it, I''ve just arrived at the capital. Since Yin Danchun wants to express his goodwill, I might as well find a backer. I''ve heard that the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion is even more powerful than the Imperial Family of the Empire of Feng Yun."


    Ling Tianyu was overjoyed. With an expert of the Pill Dao as a backup, he could do whatever he wanted in the future.


    He knew that the students of Blue Sky Academy all had strong backgrounds. It would be difficult for them to rely on their own strength. If they fought with their fathers, he would undoubtedly be at a great disadvantage.


    Yet, he had decided to give up such a huge backing that was delivered to his doorstep.


    As for Blue Sky Academy, Ling Tianyu still had to be on his guard against them all the time. One day, they might even send someone to kill him for a treasure, when that time came, crying and crying would be of no use at all.


    "Master Yin, I''ve already told you about the Soul Strengthening Pill. You can use the Fog Shadow Grass in place of the Nether Enlightenment Grass. As for the Spatial Pill ¡­"


    "How is the spatial pill?" I hope that little friend Ling can enlighten me! " Yin Danchun was filled with anticipation.


    "I can refine the space pill on the spot, please observe from the side Master Yin."


    What?" "If little friend Ling wants to refine a Spatial Pill on the spot, that would be a Tier 4 pill." "Yin Danchun''s mouth could fit a fist. He was a Qi Manipulation Stage martial artist and could see that Ling Tianyu was only at the early Qi Condensation stage.


    A martial artist at the initial level of the Congealing Realm was able to concoct a grade four pill, even if he was beaten to death he wouldn''t believe it.


    "Fourth rank?" Ling Tianyu''s heart skipped a beat. This Spatial Pill was only a Tier 2 pill on the Primordius Pill Formula, so how could it be a Tier 4 pill? Could it be that the pills from ancient times were much simpler than the pills now?


    Even though he wanted to, at the very least, Ling Tianyu was able to forge it. Regardless of the quality of the pill, it was sufficient for him to subdue this old man.


    "Forging pills only cares about the strength of the soul, and the cultivation level of martial arts. Master Yin, please prepare this material."


    Yin Danchun said that it was a grade-4 pill, and the value of this material must be incredible. Given the method he passed to him, the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion should not be stingy with this small compensation.


    "Alright, I''ll prepare it right away."


    For the sake of refining the spatial pill, Yin Danchun quickly agreed.


    In less than an hour, Yin Danchun brought Ling Tianyu to a pill forging room and brought out the ingredients that he had prepared beforehand.


    Ling Tianyu took it and looked at it first before taking a sniff. He confirmed that these were Purple Potato Grass, Void Spirit Grass, Fantasy Heart Flower ¡­ Only then did he nod his head.


    "Master Yin, look carefully."


    He adjusted the ingredients and threw them into the furnace to dissolve.


    His cultivation was currently too low, and his soul was too weak. This was not enough for him to use the resonance from the three fires, otherwise these materials could be refined.


    To Ling Tianyu, forging a Spatial Pill was an extremely simple task. In less than two hours, the fragrance of medicine floated into the air.


    When Ling Tianyu retrieved his True Fire, Yin Danchun was the first to run over. Opening the pill furnace, he saw that there were six Spatial Pills inside.


    Three mid-grade, three low-grade.


    "Amazing! Truly amazing! A rank 4 pellet actually formed six pellets at once! There are still three pellets left!"


    Yin Danchun was carefully observing the dan beads. He kept checking them and murmuring to himself.


    Based on the ranking of the apothecaries, Ling Tianyu was already a Tier 4 apothecary.


    Grade four, that was an Earth Grade alchemist. This was a huge leap in cultivation, and in the entire Eastern Continent, he was highly respected.


    "Master Ling, this lowly one is blind to not recognize Mt. Tai. I hope that you can guide me so that I can listen to your teachings."


    Yin Danchun was filled with respect. He was a pill refiner, and even though he was the pavilion master of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, which pill refiner would not want to advance further? With a Tier 4 pill refiner in front of him, how could he give up on this opportunity?


    If others knew that the Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion begged to follow a fourteen year old youth, it would be a scene to behold.


    "Master Yin is serious, I am only fourteen years old." This time, it was Ling Tianyu''s turn to be a little surprised. He knew his own limits. At most, he would be a mere tier 2 alchemist.


    "Grandmaster Ling, please address me as Grandmaster!"


    Ling Tianyu could tell that Yin Danchun was serious.


    "Since that''s the case, I''ll call you Old Yin. As for you, don''t call me Great Master Ling. Otherwise, it would be hard to talk about this after walking out."


    Hearing Ling Tianyu''s words, Yin Danchun immediately understood. He chuckled and said: "Right, right, then I''ll call you Young Master Yu."


    Ling Tianyu agreed without saying a word. He passed a Medial Grade Spatial Pill to Yin Danchun and said, "Old Yin, right now, I am only a new student of Blue Sky Academy. I admire martial arts and dare not guide you, let''s exchange some pointers in the future."


    "Young Master Yu, dual cultivation?" Yin Danchun was shocked once again. He couldn''t help but shout in his heart, "Genius?" Absolute genius!


    However, it was impossible for him to interfere with Ling Tianyu''s decision. He said, "Listen to Young Master Yu!"


    Ling Tianyu was rather satisfied as well. However, if this old man wanted him to forge a grade-3 or 4 pill by himself, he would be exposed.


    Right, Soul Strengthening Pill. Ling Tianyu had an idea and said, "Right, Old Yin already knows how to refine it. Once it is refined, send it over to me. I''ll take a look for you!"


    "Alright, thank you, Young Master Yu!"


    Yin Danchun was extremely excited. How could he have known that Ling Tianyu wanted to use this opportunity to raise his soul? At that time, even if his cultivation was insufficient, he would still be able to refine high grade pills.


    At that time, he would be a genuine Tier 3 or Tier 4 apothecary.


    "Let''s go, Yao''er, Yan Yan!"


    Ling Tianyu left happily with the two little girls.

 C41

    After harvesting the Spatial Pills, Ling Tianyu was no longer in the mood to walk the streets.


    He brought the two little girls to buy some random hair ornaments, then returned to Blue Sky Academy and went straight into his room.


    Speaking of Blue Sky Academy, it was indeed mighty and imposing. The three classes in the outer court had a total of almost a hundred people, but each of them actually had their own small courtyard.


    Thinking about it, didn''t each of the Inner Academy''s disciples have their own courtyard?


    Even if that was the case, Ling Tianyu wasn''t in the mood to do so. He immediately took out a Medial Grade Spatial Pill and swallowed it.


    He was eager to increase his power, and the only way now was to expand his Dan Sea.


    Spatial pills could only be used once in a lifetime. Although the effects of high quality pills were significant, time waited for no one.


    Moreover, besides the medicinal effect of the expanded Dan Sea, one must also look at one''s physique.


    Some people had weak constitutions. Even if they gave you a perfect Spatial Pill, they wouldn''t be able to expand by much.


    Moreover, the perfect effect of a Spatial Pill was two times stronger. In other words, no matter how good the effect of a Spatial Pill was and no matter how perfect the physique of the Spatial Pill was, it could only double the size of the dantian.


    After consuming the pill, Ling Tianyu began to circulate the Ancient Strengthening Technique, digesting the medicinal energy, and melting it into his dantian.


    BOOM!


    The Elixir Sea vibrated and the spiritual energy within it surged like a tsunami, attacking the surroundings of the Elixir Sea.


    At this moment, Ling Tianyu''s eyes were tightly shut, and beads of perspiration dripped from his forehead.


    Expanding the Core sea was a painful process.


    But for him, he had to endure it no matter how bitter it was.


    Ka-cha! *


    Time was running out. Seconds and seconds later, Ling Tianyu''s Dan Sea exploded as it expanded at an astonishing speed.


    Two hours later, Ling Tianyu''s Dan Sea had expanded by a single fold. It didn''t slow down in the slightest as it continued to expand at an incredible speed.


    One point, two times, one point, three times...


    He only stopped when it was 1.5 times of normal.


    "It has been extended by five times, it should be comparable to a late stage Core Formation martial artist."


    Seeing the situation of his Dan Sea, Ling Tianyu speculated in his heart. Just as he was about to stop, he felt a heat in his body and an unknown mysterious energy appeared. He once again triggered the remnants of his spatial core to attack his Dan Sea.


    1.6x, 1.7x... One point nine times.


    Rumble ¡­ twice!


    It was doubled to its limit capacity.


    Having grown two times bigger, Ling Tianyu could feel the emptiness in his dantian. He could feel the spiritual energy coming from all directions through his meridians and pores all the way to his dantian.


    Only after five hours had passed did Ling Tianyu''s dantian sea fill up. A surge of powerful energy spread throughout his body, making him feel extremely comfortable.


    "It has expanded by twofold, reaching the perfect value. My current strength is comparable to that of a Late Condensing Gale Realm martial artist!" Ling Tianyu was excited, but he frowned. "What is that mysterious power? Could it be the Heavenly Jade Pendant? "


    He thought for a while, then shook his head, "That energy directly appeared in his body and was not produced by the jade pendant."


    What was this power? Ling Tianyu was perplexed.


    "Forget it, I will understand in the future."


    Since he did not understand it now, he could just leave it aside for now. He began to familiarize himself with the Void Spirit Sword Technique. He had not had the time to study this Heaven Level Martial Art for a long time, and now, he had one more day to practice it.


    Sure enough, after completely repairing the Soul Void Sword Intent, it had become even stronger. In addition to the increase in his perception, it was easier for him to comprehend the mysteries within.


    "So it turns out that the speck of light from Sword Qi Wushuang is not Sword Qi, but Sword Shadow!"


    Ling Tianyu once again comprehended and immediately understood. No matter if it was saber, spear, fist, palm, or sword, all martial arts in the world had three realms: Qi, Intent, and Heart.


    Qi pointed to the sword aura, fist aura, and blade aura...


    To be able to form the Qi, that meant that you were a powerful warrior. If you could form three Qi, that meant you had the qualifications to become a Martial King.


    There was no upper limit. The difference between the strength of one''s Qi and the strength of one''s Qi. The rumored strongest expert was able to trigger tens of thousands of sword Qis. That was true sword Qis.


    Meaning was the sublimation of Qi, meaning was the same as the sword. A person was a sword, while the sword was a person. When the sword was one with the sword, it would produce a concept, and when sword intent was triggered in the surroundings, it could invisibly wound people.


    It means that you have become a king of the martial arts world.


    Heart was the highest realm of a martial art. It could be said to be the state of Perfection, which was also the final move of the Spirit Void Sword Technique. It was called Swordless Sword.


    Swordless Sword was not that there was no sword, but rather that he had cultivated the Sword Heart. At that time, there was no need for a sword, everything in the world could be a sword.


    A martial artist who could cultivate Sword Heart could be said to be the king of the martial arts world. With a wave of his hand, one could bury a million corpses, known as a supreme expert.


    "The Unchanging Scriptures of the Heavens is truly a good thing. He can improve any martial arts shackles. This is equivalent to being personally taught by an ancient supreme being!"


    Ling Tianyu sighed in his heart. He never thought that the Heavenly Jade Pendant his father left him would be so powerful.


    "I really look forward to the future ¡­"


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself before he started cultivating. To reach the pinnacle of martial arts, he had to first become the king of martial arts. The first step was to cultivate sword qi.


    "Sigh, this sword is too trashy!"


    Ling Tianyu sighed. He needed to find a time to buy a better weapon.


    A day''s time quickly passed by. Ling Tianyu, who had a strong perception, soon formed a sword Qi and became a true sword genius.


    "With the sword energy, my strength has increased a little!"


    Ling Tianyu stood up and looked outside. The sky was already bright. Today was the day of the competition between the students of the outer courtyard and the inner courtyard, so it was time for him to leave.


    "Big brother Tianyu!"


    Coincidentally, Ling Shuiyao''s voice also came from outside.


    "All of you are up. Let''s go!"


    Even though Ling Tianyu hadn''t slept, he was in high spirits.


    The six of them set off and arrived at the academy''s square. It was already filled with neat teams.


    Including the six of them, there were a total of 120 people in this class, 40 people in each class.


    "Hurry up and get to Huang class! We''re waiting for you!"


    Just as Ling Tianyu and the others were looking for a spot, a stern voice echoed from the platform.


    It was obviously a woman''s voice. Looking at it, who else could it be other than Yun Lan?


    Yun Lan had an enchanting figure and a beautiful figure, but her expression did not have the slightest hint of elegance. It was as if she had a deep grudge with Ling Tianyu.


    "Did those people offend Teacher Yun Lan? They actually made her so angry!"


    "Who knows? You must have seen through my white clothes. You''re only 14 years old, right? You have a cultivation at the Congealed Divinity Realm, yet you''re actually assigned to the Huang class."


    "Shh, lower your voices. I heard that the kid is called Ling Tianyu and he injured Song Wushuang."


    "Ah? That student with a rank five Martial Vein?" I heard that the moment he entered the academy, he was immediately accepted as a Successor Disciple! "


    Successor Disciple was a very rare treatment, in other words, one didn''t need to participate in class activities or study at all. Instead, there was directly a special teacher in charge of teaching them.


    The sound of the discussion was extremely quiet. As Ling Tianyu possessed an incredible Soul Depth, he naturally understood what was going on.


    But so what if he understood? Which of these three classes was the Huang class? They know a ghost.


    After a moment, Ling Tianyu and the others stood on the spot.


    "Bro, the one on the left is Huang Class."


    It was fortunate that someone had informed him of this matter. Ling Tianyu clasped his hands in gratitude before returning to the group.


    "Alright, the contestant has expired. I will announce the rules of the match!"


    After all, she was still a beauty. She couldn''t possibly be like a Tyrannosaurus Rex and flare up all day long, right?


    "Every student participating in the tournament will be given a jade token." Yun Lan said as she pointed to a hill not too far away, "Do you see that? That''s the competition grounds. As long as you don''t lose your life, you can use whatever you want. As long as you keep your jade token and pass through the hill, you can pass!"


    I must remind all of you that the cultivation of the students of the Inner Academy is stronger than yours. Yun Lan reminded.


    They had to act together and use numbers to suppress others. There would always be people who could keep their jade plates and pass through. If they split up, no one would be able to keep their jade plates.


    When she had finished, there was a stir in the crowd.


    "As long as we keep the jade plates through the hills, it will be that simple?"


    Even though the inner courtyard students'' cultivation level was high, there were still some people from the eight famous sects. In order to protect their own reputation, they could at least protect their jade plates and make it to the outer courtyard safely.


    As for the others, they were the targets for the students to snatch the points. Although Yun Lan had said that she wanted to keep the jade plates, she did not say that she would be eliminated if she lost them.


    "Teacher, what can this jade pendant do in the end?" If you lose your jade tablet, will you be eliminated? " Someone finally asked.


    "No, I lost at most my points, but ¡­" The corners of Yun Lan''s mouth curled up as she curled up slightly.


    Looking at Ling Tianyu, he said, "Ling Tianyu, if you are unable to keep your jade token, you can leave now!"


    What? Ling Tianyu nearly staggered in fear of losing his jade token.


    Damn it, this woman was avenging the personal interests of everyone!

 C42

    "It''s not fair."


    Ling Tianyu shrugged and shouted loudly. Everyone looked at him with pity.


    He dared to hurt Song Wushuang, so he was lucky that he was not expelled on the spot.


    Many of the eight clans'' juniors shuddered when they thought of this. If this wasn''t the case, with Yun Lan''s beauty, wouldn''t her pursuers have circled the Imperial City three times and even three times?


    "I''m the teacher here, it''s not up to you to decide whether I''m fair or not."


    Yun Lan glared at Ling Tianyu and shouted, "Let the competition begin."


    With that said, all one hundred and twenty people from the outer courtyard began to move towards the hill. In just ten minutes, everyone had already entered the forest.


    After entering the hill, everyone stopped at the same time and started to discuss how to deal with the situation.


    There were thirty to forty people in the inner courtyard with high cultivation bases, but they wouldn''t all come out. Some of them, like some of the Natal Stage martial practitioners, naturally wouldn''t waste time to participate in this fight.


    They all had very deep backgrounds. Rather than wasting their time here, it would be better for them to start cultivating in seclusion.


    "Everyone, I am Huang Ziyuan from the Huang Family. If you don''t mind, let me be the commander for this competition."


    At this time, a young martial artist wearing a yellow robe walked out.


    He had a high nose bridge, and a strong build. The most important thing was that his cultivation base had reached the peak of the Congealing Realm.


    "Huang Family..." Those are the eight famous sects in the imperial capital. "


    This was the first time they had met and no one knew each other. When they heard about the Huang Family, a commotion broke out in the crowd.


    It was rumored that each of the eight great sects had extraordinary strength. Seeing them today, it was indeed quite impressive.


    Ling Tianyu''s face remained impassive as he memorized the other party''s words and started to appraise him one by one.


    The only people he knew were the ones who had left for Chu Yun City that time. When he saw Lu Zhan, he coincidentally caught sight of their fiendish gazes.


    Ling Tianyu did not see Song Wushuang. That''s right, why would a Successor Disciple participate in such a competition?


    "Hehe, Brother Huang, your appetite is too big. There are over a hundred people here, and although it''s not quite the same, we can''t all be under your command."


    There was a sneer from the crowd, and another man walked out.


    This person was dressed in rich and luxurious clothing, and although he was thinner and thinner than Huang Ziyuan, his appearance was a bit more handsome.


    Most importantly, this person''s aura was not any weaker than Huang Ziyuan''s.


    Everyone guessed that for him to be able to stand out and fight against Huang Ziyuan, it must be some famous family.


    "So it''s brother Qin Gang, do you also want to be this commander?"


    Seeing the man in embroidered clothing, Huang Ziyuan cupped his fists and smiled apologetically. Qin Gang''s strength was not inferior to his, and it could be said that Qin Gang was even stronger.


    Aside from the inner court disciples, there were only four from the eight famous inner court disciples. As for the other two, they were not as strong, so naturally, they did not make a sound.


    In the world of martial artists, the world was full of smoke. Everyone knew that the outer court students were definitely led by Huang Ziyuan and Qin Gang, but these two people were unwilling to acknowledge each other. As soon as they entered, they began to fight for command, wanting to establish their own power.


    Those martial artists that could enter the outer court were more or less extraordinarily talented, or they had some sort of background. If one said that they would submit to someone, then no one would believe it.


    This was something that both Qin Gang and Huang Ziyuan could think of.


    As the saying goes, being preconceived was just something Huang Ziyuan brought up. Now that Qin Gang stood out, he threw this problem out the window.


    "Brother Huang, neither of us have the authority to command people. How about this, there are three classes in the outer court, and we will team up with each other."


    "Brother Huang is the strongest in the Xuan class, so you will lead the class while I will lead the class. I believe that with our strength and prestige, we will be able to bring our junior brothers and sisters to the other side."


    Qin Gang said with a smile. He would not do anything that would offend others.


    With classes as their unit, even if some people were unwilling, they could only happily accept it. If a person did not even care about the honor of their class, then what right did they have to serve the Empire?


    Huang Ziyuan pondered for a moment before nodding his head, thinking to himself: This Qin Gang really has some brains.


    Ling Tianyu was impressed as well. He had thought that the members of the famous sects would be arrogant and unruly, but to think that there would be such a rational person.


    That''s right, the Qin family. Back at the Cloudburst Mountain, he had saved a woman named Qin Hongyu. She was from the Empire''s famous Qin family, so he didn''t know her relationship with Qin Gang.


    "Brother Qin, since the Earth and Mystic classes already have a leader, then what about this Huang class?"


    Huang Ziyuan said, and the two of them turned to look at the student in Huang class. In the end, their gazes fell on Ling Tianyu.


    "Ai!"


    Both of them shook their heads and sighed.


    "Huang Ban isn''t under our jurisdiction. As for who is the leader, that''s up to them."


    The two of them understood that the people Yun Lan was worried about usually didn''t have a good ending. Who knows? At what time this kid might be kicked out of Blue Sky Academy.


    Moreover, Huang Class was a group of Refinement Realm martial artists. It didn''t matter whether they were subdued or not.


    "Brother Ling, I hope that you can pass!"


    The two of them clasped their hands at Ling Tianyu before leading their respective classes in two different directions.


    "Big brother Tianyu!"


    "Senior brother Tianyu!"


    Imperceptibly, the students of the Huang class gathered around Ling Tianyu.


    He was the only Congealing Realm martial artist in the Huang class, so naturally he became the leader.


    "Big brother Tianyu, if you don''t pass, I''ll go back with you." Ling Shuiyao held onto Ling Tianyu''s arm with a determined attitude.


    "Senior brother Tianyu, mine too." With the exception of Ling Hao, all of the members of the elite team were gathered together.


    "What do you guys look like? If the clan places their hopes on us, how can we give up? " Ling Hao scolded him angrily.


    Even though he and Ling Tianyu were on the wrong path, his words still made sense.


    "But our Huang class has only this much strength."


    "This is too unfair! To think that the weakest of us would be put together! It''s clear that our Huang class has been placed in the position of elimination!"


    "Exactly, Blue Sky Academy doesn''t treat their students fairly."


    Many people were filled with righteous indignation, and their discontent exploded out.


    "So what? We don''t have any background, and we''re weak? If we can survive longer, then we''ll hand over the jade token. We''ll pass first, then we''ll talk."


    A body refining seventh level martial artist said. This was not without reason.


    As some people heard this, they instantly lowered their heads. In the world of martial artists, strength was everything. There was no way for them to not accept fate.


    "But, I heard that the last jade token can be exchanged for 100 points."


    "What?" 100 points? "


    Hearing about the points, everyone''s eyes lit up. A hundred points was not a small number.


    It could be clearly recorded in the school''s points exchange area. In exchange for a grade-2 pill, there were only five points. Going to the cultivation room to cultivate for a day only gave two points, while going to the Human Tier High Rank Martial Arts only gave a hundred points.


    In other words, these 100 points were extremely precious.


    "Is that true?"


    Ling Tianyu''s interest was piqued as well. At the start, he didn''t know what the use of this jade token was for. To think that it would be so beneficial.


    "Really, this is what a cousin of mine in the inner court told me." The student said.


    "Ah, your cousin, why were you assigned to Huang class?"


    Logically speaking, being able to enter the inner courtyard meant that his strength and background were pretty good.


    "Sigh, my older cousin is also an existence at the bottom of the inner court. His family background is small, and people talk about him lightly."

 C43

    A hundred points definitely wasn''t a small sum. What Ling Tianyu lacked the most right now was cultivation resources.


    It was said that the cultivation room of the Blue Sky Academy was not built. In fifty days, with his rank nine Martial Veins, he could definitely make a huge leap in cultivation.


    But the problem was how to keep the jade through the hills.


    "It''s all that damnable woman!"


    Ling Tian cursed in his heart. Since that girl had said that, she would definitely make the students of the inner courtyard stare at him. This brat is too ruthless. Didn''t I just let you spit out a mouthful of blood?


    "Does everyone want to keep their jade plates and pass safely?" Ling Tianyu suddenly came up with an idea and looked at the faces of the Refinement Realm martial practitioners with an unsightly expression.


    These people had all suffered a ruthless blow and were currently holding back their anger. As the saying goes, pressure creates motivation. In the future, their achievements might not necessarily be lower than others.


    If he were to lend them a helping hand, have them follow him, and then use his alchemy skills to help them increase their cultivation, he knew that this would not be a small force.


    "Of course! Does senior brother Ling have a way?"


    "I do have a way, but I''m going to go bankrupt." Ling Tianyu sighed and said, "Forget it, we are in the same class. If it''s a loss, so be it."


    After saying so intentionally, Ling Tianyu started walking in another direction.


    However, many of the students in the Huang class had stopped in their tracks. They did not believe in Ling Tianyu''s methods that he did not publicly reveal. Besides, what could a person like you, who just came out of Cloud City, possibly lose?


    Even though they didn''t believe him, they had no choice but to follow Ling Tianyu.


    The hill was huge, and the students of the inner courtyard had long since arranged for spies to intercept them. They knew the whereabouts of the outer court disciples, so they split up into three groups to intercept them.


    With Qin Gang and Huang Ziyuan in the lead of the Earth Class and Xuan Class, they naturally faced the least resistance. The student who intercepted them also gave them face, only taking a small amount of jade plates before letting them go.


    Of course, the jade tokens they collected were for people with no background. For those families in the imperial city, they still had to leave some face for others.


    On this point, the academy also tacitly agreed, because this match was originally to give points to the students of the Inner Academy.


    On the other hand, Ling Tianyu had met with a formidable opponent.


    "Two peak-level Congealing Realm martial artists, six late stage Congealing Realm martial artists, and three mid stage Congealing Realm martial artists."


    Ling Tianyu brought Huang Ban to a stop ten meters in front of them. Ever since he started cultivating the ''Through the Heavens and the Earth'' Scripture, he was able to clearly see the cultivation level of the other party.


    He wasn''t surprised by this point. After all, it was as if he was connected to the heavens, so there was nothing he didn''t know.


    "F * ck, they think too highly of our Huang class. All of them are actually experts."


    Ling Tianyu cursed silently. The other students felt helpless. Even though they were unable to see through their cultivation, they knew that the aura of their senior brothers and sisters were powerful and they had ill intentions.


    "Hehe, hand over the jade medallion and avoid suffering from physical pain."


    A peak-level Core Formation martial artist smiled sinisterly and slowly led his men to surround them, just like an eagle encountering a chick.


    "Ha, the academy is really generous this time. They know we don''t have enough credits, but they actually sent a group of sheep." The other peak-level Core Formation martial artist let out a loud laugh and looked towards the students of Huang Class. His eyes were looking at a group of lambs waiting to be slaughtered.


    "Yi, there''s also another early stage Congealing Realm kid. Your name should be Ling Tianyu, someone had instructed me to beat you up into a panda." The man continued.


    F * ck, this woman is so fierce, she''s actually so petty.


    When Ling Tianyu heard this, he knew that it was Yun Lan, that wretched woman, playing tricks on him. Seizing his jade tablet was not enough, he even wanted others to beat him up.


    "Hey, boy, hand over your jade tablet quickly, or maybe I''ll be a little gentler."


    In their eyes, Ling Tianyu was nothing more than a slightly bigger lamb.


    "You are not allowed to bully big brother Tianyu!"


    Seeing the two of them rubbing their hands together, Ling Shuiyao quickly stood in front of Ling Tianyu to protect him.


    "Yo, I didn''t expect you to be a lolicon." The two sneered as they looked towards Ling Shuiyao. "Little girl, you haven''t developed yet. This big brother doesn''t have any interest in you. Take out your jade medallion and let''s go."


    Ling Tianyu pulled Ling Shuiyao behind him; this was family love.


    When he was a good-for-nothing, there was always Ling Shuiyao protecting him. Now that his strength was higher than hers, he couldn''t possibly need her protecting him, right?


    However, in terms of fighting, if he was alone, he might be able to charge out. But right now, he still had thirty to forty people with him, and they were a bunch of people without any fighting strength.


    "Sigh, let''s just lose money and make long-term investments."


    Ling Tianyu sighed in his heart. After which, he clasped his hands and said, "Seniors, aren''t you interested in the hundred points? I''ll give you guys a benefit. Are you willing to let us pass?"


    This was the only way to refine Spatial Pills. Although he still had three Snow Spirit Pills on him, that was three hundred years'' worth of Snow Ginseng. If there was a price, it would be a waste to give it away.


    Moreover, this bastard would definitely not be able to distinguish between the medicinal effects of the Snow Spirit Pill, and giving it away would be useless.


    "You brat, did you wake up from your sleep in the morning and want to lie to us? Who doesn''t know your background? You are so poor, yet you want to return us benefits?"


    "Stop wasting time, hurry up and hand over the jade token and let us beat it up. Afterwards, scram."


    As students of the Inner Academy, their training time was extremely important.


    As for the other people from Huang class, they did not believe Ling Tianyu''s words either.


    "Seniors, do you really not want to know?" With a bright smile on his face, Ling Tianyu reached into his robe and took out a jade bottle.


    "Pills?"


    The two of them were stunned. One of them took out the jade bottle and the other directly snatched it away.


    Opening it for a sniff, the duo grew excited as they asked: "Is this a Grade 4 Elixir?"


    "Seniors, this is an ancient pill! Spatial pills, you have to keep it safe!" Ling Tianyu reminded.


    "What?" Spatial pills? "


    This time, a dozen or so students of the inner courtyard could no longer remain calm. They all surrounded him.


    As a student of the Inner Academy, how could he not know the value of this Spatial Pill? This was something that he had only seen in the ancient books of his clan.


    When the students of Huang class heard this, they finally understood. This Space Pill was priceless. Could it be that Senior Brother Tianyu had made a huge loss?


    Could it be that he wanted to use the Spatial Pills to bribe them? However, if this pill were to fall into someone else''s hands and they turned hostile, what would happen?


    As expected, the senior from the Inner Academy directly threw the Spatial Pill into his mouth and said, "What Spatial Pill? I don''t believe it. I must try it."


    "Damn, Lin Zuo, you bastard! Spit it out for laozi!"


    The other peak of the Congealing Realm martial artist was furious. This was a Spatial Core, and it was actually eaten by that bastard.


    What else could he do after eating? He stared at Ling Tianyu.


    "Don''t look at me anymore, it''s gone!" Ling Tianyu spread out his hands as he continued, "Right, this Space Pill was dropped off by me the day before yesterday from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. As you can see, the pill was consumed by this senior.


    What? This pill was stolen from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. Brat, you truly are audacious. How could a pill from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion be stolen from you? Moreover, it was an ancient spatial pill. If he caught it, he would die without a doubt!


    "Sly brat, you actually dare to set a trap for us. Are you tired of living?"


    "Shh, don''t be so excited, look at that senior expanding his Dan Sea, maybe he''ll have to thank me for the pill later."


    Ling Tianyu pointed towards Lin Zuo. He was doing his best to expand his Dan Sea, so he naturally could not hear what they were saying.


    "Gratitude? "You''ll suffer later."


    After an hour, Lin Zuo had used up all of his medicinal energy and his dantian had expanded by a tenth.


    "Haha, Xiao Ming, this is really a Spatial Core. Now that my Dan Sea has expanded, my power has advanced further. As long as I have the chance, I can advance to the Essence Creation Stage." Do you know what it means to have the upper hand? "


    He laughed and mocked Xiao Ming, but the surrounding people all remained silent with a look of silence.


    "Hmph, striking first is the best. At that time, I don''t even know how I''ll die."


    When Lin Zuo saw the expressions of the crowd, he immediately felt that something was amiss. When he saw Ling Tianyu''s scheming expression, he immediately said angrily, "Brat, did you do anything to the medicinal pellets?"


    "I didn''t do anything, but I don''t know if the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion did anything, but I still want to thank senior brother for selling the goods for me." Ling Tianyu clasped his hands with a smile.


    Lin Zuo was puzzled. Looking at the expressions on everyone''s faces, he held his breath and asked, "What do you mean?"


    What do you mean? I''m afraid he''s the only one who doesn''t know. Xiao He continued to explain.


    When Lin Zuo heard this, he was instantly enraged. All of the Qi in his body surged as he said, "Bastard, your father wants you dead."


    As a genius warrior of the inner courtyard, although he did not come from a famous family in the capital, the Lin Family was also a middle-class family. Now that he was tricked by a kid in the countryside, how could he not be angry?


    Just as he was about to make a move, Ling Tianyu''s cold voice sounded.


    "If I die, then the crime really will fall on senior brother. How about this, this matter will be kept secret, and once this matter is investigated by the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, I will take responsibility for it myself. I definitely won''t reveal senior brother, what do you think?"


    Ling Tianyu was so deceitful that one wouldn''t pay with their life if they tried to scam him. As such, he didn''t feel the slightest bit of guilt in his heart.


    As for the entire story of the spatial pill, only Ling Shuiyao and Ling Yan knew about it. The two of them would never reveal it to anyone.


    "Really?" Lin Zuo retracted his anger. It would be better for him to take the blame than to buy and sell.


    However, Xiao Ming and the others were here. Could it be that they wouldn''t make any small reports?


    "Really? And I believe that the people here will all keep their mouths shut. The Heavenly Medicine Pavilion is a huge power. For face, they might even kill everyone who knew about it."


    Although Ling Tianyu''s words were a little intimidating, Xiao Ming and the others couldn''t help but rub their necks. They had previously heard of just how powerful the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was.


    It was related to their own lives. They definitely knew how to choose.


    "Don''t worry. If today''s matter were to spread out, it would be to go against my Xiao clan."


    With Xiao Ming''s guarantee, things would be easy.


    Only with their help did Ling Tianyu have the ability to negotiate with the other party. In the end, the students of Huang class walked out of the hills unscathed.

 C44

    "Look, the Huang class is here."


    Due to Lin Zuo''s expansion of his Dan Sea, they were delayed by two hours. This caused them to wait here for quite some time.


    "Why so long? In the end, you still cannot avoid the result of your jade tablet being stolen. "


    "That''s right. He even made us wait for so long!" The group of people kept talking.


    Yun Lan focused her beautiful eyes as she looked at Ling Tianyu.


    "What''s going on? This fellow wasn''t beaten up? Could it be that those bastards were going to go easy on him? " She was astonished in her heart. With her prestige, who would dare disobey her at this place?


    Qin Gang and Huang Ziyuan also frowned. Logically speaking, even if they were to hand over the jade pendant, they would look dejected.


    However, they were all brimming with joy, as if they had eaten bee poop. There wasn''t the slightest bit of displeasure on their faces.


    "Congratulations on leaving the hill!" Yun Lan announced, "Those who have lost their jade medallions, take a step forward."


    As her voice fell, everyone looked at each other. Soon after, more than a dozen students from the Earth Class and Xuan class took a step forward, but not a single person from Huang class.


    Yun Lan was shocked. She looked towards Huang Ban and asked, "All your jade tokens are here?"


    "Teacher, all our jade plates are here."


    The students in Huang class said in unison. Then, they took out their jade plates and waved them in their hands a few times.


    Fuck, what''s going on? Could it be that Lin Zuo and Xiao Ming, those bastards, did not want the points?


    Qin Gang and Huang Ziyuan stared at each other. What they had done before was to win over the hearts of the people. They followed the principle of choosing the best, giving up some of the weaker ones who did not have a higher background.


    But now, everyone in the Huang class had taken out their jade tokens. What were their thoughts on this matter?


    Yun Lan looked at the swaying jade tablet and felt her eyes go dizzy. He looked towards Ling Tianyu and asked, "Where is your jade tablet?"


    Even though Huang Class''s actions were unimaginable, she still hoped that Ling Tianyu would not be able to take out his jade token.


    "Teacher, it was fortunate that I didn''t fail you. You won''t have a chance to chase me away." Ling Tianyu smiled as he took out his jade token.


    To be able to see his teacher humiliated, Ling Tianyu was in a good mood.


    "Humph, the reward is 100 points, this jade plate will be your identity jade plate from now on, the points will be directly transferred into the jade plate."


    Yun Lan was surprisingly calm. She loudly announced everything before leaving.


    Ling Tianyu''s eyelids twitched. He knew that the calmer a woman was, the more dangerous she would be. He didn''t know what would be waiting for him next.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, it''s all thanks to you this time, I''ll give you these 100 points."


    At the residence of Huang class, a group of students surrounded Ling Tianyu. They had to thank him, and some of them even offered their points to Ling Tianyu.


    "Keep your points for yourselves. If you practice hard in the future, when you get stronger, I might need your help." Ling Tianyu refused.


    Although the temptation of a hundred points was great, he knew how to choose.


    "But Senior-apprentice Brother Tianyu has taken such a great risk. Moreover, the value of the spatial cores is considerable!"


    Danger naturally referred to the spatial core of the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. However, they didn''t say anything about it.


    "Don''t worry, I lied to them, I bought that pill from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. After a few days, the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion will sell it in large quantities, and after you enter the Congealing Realm and open your Dan Sea, you can all go buy one to eat."


    In any case, paper could not hold fire. As long as the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion sold Spatial Pills in a few days and he was fine, Lin Zuo and the rest would definitely understand.


    In the end, he had only lost a Spatial Pill. In any case, this was a material given by the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, so it didn''t matter if he lost one or more.


    However, that Lin Zuo''s talent was really bad. Although this Spatial Pill was only of low quality, it shouldn''t be able to expand by even a tenth.


    "Ah, you lied to them, senior brother Tianyu. They are the seniors of the inner courtyard and have a powerful background. If they find out, you ¡­"


    A few students started to worry for Ling Tianyu.


    "It''s fine, we''ll deal with it when it''s time. What''s there to be afraid of?"


    Ling Tianyu casually waved his hand. The Heavenly Medicine Pavilion was rare, if it were to be revealed, the Imperial Family would have to make a decision.


    "Alright, everyone rest early. 100 points is enough for you to cultivate for 50 days. I hope that you can all advance to the Congealing Realm in 50 days."


    "Yes, senior brother Tianyu!"


    Imperceptibly, Ling Tianyu had already consolidated his position as the leader of the Huang class.


    For the next fifty days, the students of Huang class continued to cultivate, as did Ling Tianyu. As for what happened in the outside world, it had nothing to do with them.


    Fifty days later, everyone looked completely new, and their cultivation could be described as soaring.


    This was like the proverb, one''s ambition is not poor.


    Ling Tianyu''s cultivation broke through and reached the late stage of the Congealing Realm, but he was still hiding his cultivation at the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    Plus, he had another stream of sword Qi. With the combination of two sword Qi, it was more than enough to deal with a martial artist in the early stage of the Elemental Creation Stage.


    As for the other students, most of them had entered the Congealing Realm, and the weakest had reached the 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm. Only the people from the Ling Family had slightly lower cultivation bases, after all, they had entered by the back door.


    Ling Yan Yan, Ling Kun, 8th level of the Body Refinement Realm, 9th level of the Body Refinement Realm, 10th level of the Body Refinement Realm.


    The most surprising thing was that Ling Shuiyao had actually reached the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    A ten-year-old Congealing Realm cultivator was definitely one of a kind in the Empire of Feng Yun, so when the news spread, Ling Shuiyao was immediately accepted as a Successor Disciple by an old monster in the academy.


    Although Ling Shuiyao was unwilling, under Ling Tianyu''s persuasion, the little girl could only agree.


    Based on Ling Tianyu''s analysis, this had to do with the powerful energy within his body.


    As for Lin Zuo, Xiao Ming, and the rest, they had been waiting for the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion to capture Ling Tianyu, but after waiting for several days, they had yet to arrive.


    This time, they immediately understood that Ling Tianyu''s pills were probably bought from the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, and they were actually deceived. Thus, Lin Zuo flew into a rage, because the Spatial Pills released by the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion were only 20,000 gold coins each.


    Twenty thousand gold coins was not a drop in the bucket for them, but the points were different. Forty people in Huang class was a total of four thousand points. No amount of gold coins could be exchanged for that.


    F * ck, I have to vent my anger!


    However, since Ling Tianyu and the others had been in seclusion, this matter could only be put to rest.


    The day after Ling Tianyu came out of seclusion, Yin Danchun had secretly come to Blue Sky Academy to look for him. It was for the matter of the Soul Strengthening Pill.


    "En, not bad. This Soul Strengthening Pill has already reached the Middle Grade. As long as you use more effort in controlling the fire, you will definitely be able to reach the Superior Grade."


    Ling Tianyu grabbed a gray pill and sniffed it carefully.


    Then he gave Yin Danchun some things he needed to pay attention to about the Soul Strengthening Pill, and sent the old man away.


    "Hehe, six Soul Strengthening Pills and two mid-grade ones. Old man Yin''s alchemy skills are pretty good!"


    Ling Tianyu laughed in his heart. However, he could only consume two Soul Strengthening Pills at most. Any more wouldn''t have any effect.


    After all, pills were an external object. Eating too much would cause one to be resistant to drugs, and eating more would be useless. There were even some that would produce poison, which could only be consumed after a long period of time had passed.


    After consuming the pill, he quickly circulated the Ancient Strengthening Technique. As the medicinal energy melted, his soul grew stronger.


    An hour later, Ling Tianyu opened his eyes and revealed a satisfied smile.


    "My soul has nearly doubled in strength. Now that my soul has reached the strength of the late stage of the origin realm, I should be able to refine a grade three medicinal pill."


    Upon reaching this level, Ling Tianyu was relieved. The highest cultivation level in the Empire of Feng Yun was only that of a 3-star apothecary, so he was confident that he could handle the situation.

 C45

    The lessons of the academy''s teachers were extremely boring. Given Ling Tianyu''s comprehension ability, it didn''t matter whether he listened to them or not.


    Of course, whether they wanted to go or not was of their own volition, and the academy did not care. After all, if they were not qualified to be eliminated at that time, then where else would these seventy to eighty names come from?


    The remaining members of the Ling family did not disgrace the hopes of the Ling family as they earnestly studied and had a lot of insights. Especially Ling Hao, ever since he was thwarted by Ling Tianyu, he had become a completely different person.


    "You guys go ahead, I''ll go out and take a look. These basic things are too boring." Ling Tianyu waved at Ling Hao and the others, then slipped out of Blue Sky Academy.


    Ling Hao and the others wouldn''t care about his actions, because where did his talent lie? There was no need to learn.


    Drunken Immortal Tavern was a relatively large restaurant. It could be said to be the best restaurant on the side of Blue Sky Academy.


    Because most of the people eating here were students of Blue Sky Academy, the price could be considered cheap, only fifty gold coins for a table of food. And the taste was good.


    "Let''s try out this Imperial City Restaurant''s food." Upon entering the Drunken Immortal Tavern, Ling Tianyu found a table by the window and sat down.


    He waved his hand and shouted, "Waiter, bring me some good dishes!"


    "Alright!"


    As Ling Tianyu came here to skip lessons, it was quite spacious and there weren''t many people here.


    Soon, four or five dishes were served by the waiter.


    "Here''s your dish, please enjoy."


    The waiter was very polite. After all, this was Blue Sky Academy. At Ling Tianyu''s age, one could tell that he was a student of Blue Sky Academy by just by looking at his buttocks.


    Ling Tianyu nodded. Looking at the delicious dishes, he quickly started to move his chopsticks.


    As the food entered his mouth, Ling Tianyu closed his eyes and thought back to it, "Mmm, not bad. In the end, you''re a chef in the imperial city. This taste is indeed extraordinary."


    He was in the middle of eating when he heard someone come in again.


    The waiter welcomed them with a smile and greeted enthusiastically, "So it''s Young Master Yao and Young Master Mo, please come in!"


    Young Master Yao''s name was Yao Wenliang, in the early stage of the Congealing Realm. Young Master Mo''s name was Mo Yu, also in the early stage of the Congealing Realm. The two of them came from a small clan called the Yao Clan, and the Yao Clan was affiliated with the Lin Clan.


    The reason why they were here wasn''t because of a coincidence, but because of Ling Tianyu.


    "Waiter, we want that seat!" After the two of them entered, they pointed in Ling Tianyu''s direction.


    "Young masters, there are already people sitting there. Why don''t we change seats?"


    "F * ck your mother! This young master has taken a fancy to that brat. Go tell him to scram!" Yao Wenliang slapped the waiter in the face.


    He had only been here for a month or two, so he didn''t know how to handle this sort of thing.


    Besides, the backstage of the Intoxicated Immortal Restaurant was very hard. Normally, something like this wouldn''t happen, but what happened today? There were so many empty seats here, why did they have to go to someone else''s?


    "Two gongzis, that''s a student from Blue Sky Academy!" The waiter reminded them while covering his hot face.


    "Hmph, a student from Blue Sky Academy?" "I think it''s just a bumpkin. Look at that image of him eating it. He''s simply lost a lot of face."


    Yao Wenliang coldly snorted and ignored the waiter. The two of them walked towards Ling Tianyu.


    Ling Tianyu naturally noticed the two of them appear. Moreover, from their conversation, it was obvious that they were here for him.


    "Damn it, I didn''t check the calendar when I left today!"


    Ling Tianyu cursed in his heart. He had only lied to Lin Zuo a short while ago, so these two must be the ones that Lin Zuo had been toyed with.


    He had been in closed-door training for nearly fifty days, and only now did he come looking for him.


    "Hey, bumpkin, if you dirty my seat, how should I compensate you?"


    Yao Wenliang found an excuse that made even himself feel nauseous and walked over in large strides.


    He was a martial artist at the early stage of the Congealing Realm. Mo Dai beside him had the same cultivation level, so he naturally wasn''t afraid of Ling Tianyu.


    "Compensation? This restaurant is owned by your family? " Ling Tianyu couldn''t be bothered to care about it and continued eating. To be honest, the taste of the dish was really good. To think that he would become addicted to just eating it once.


    Seeing how Ling Tianyu ignored him, Yao Wenliang flew into a rage, "Country bumpkin, if you dare to ignore me, watch how I deal with you."


    Since his excuse was successful, naturally he had to make a move. Yao Wenliang saw Ling Tianyu being caught off guard and threw a punch towards him.


    If Ling Tianyu was really at the early stage of the Congealing Realm, then it would be hard for him to defend against this unprepared punch. However, he was a martial artist at the late stage of the Congealing Realm and had a powerful soul, so this simple punch was like a child playing house.


    Seeing Ling Tianyu''s lack of reaction, he thought that this countryside bumpkin was scared silly. Just as his fist was about to approach him, he suddenly felt a pain on his wrist.


    Ka-cha! *


    "Ouch!"


    Yao Wenliang''s wrist was snapped by Ling Tianyu as he cried out in pain. Then, he used his strength to drag Yao Wenliang down to the ground with a plop, breaking into cold sweat that flowed like soybeans.


    By the side, Mo Dai saw this and was stunned on the spot. Their cultivation bases were about the same, Yao Wenliang even made the first move, but the other side actually made the first move. He broke his wrist and didn''t even have the chance to help.


    "With your skills, you actually dared to act so arrogantly in front of me. Now that you know you''re in the wrong, why don''t you kneel and apologize to this young master?"


    Since Ling Tianyu had the ability to back it up, he naturally would not show any sign of weakness. Since Lin Zuo wanted to beat him up back then, he had decided to make things difficult for him.


    If the other party hadn''t come looking for him, then that was fine. But if they had truly come looking for trouble, then he would have been beaten to a pulp.


    "So powerful, he''s actually a student from Blue Sky Academy."


    As the waiter saw this, he rubbed his eyes, and a sense of worship exploded within him.


    "Oh yeah, hurry up and inform the shopkeeper." The waiter slapped his forehead, cried out in alarm, and quickly ran out.


    "Bastard, you ¡­" Let go, do you know who he is? He is the third young master of the Yao family.


    Mo Wuxiang was truly frightened by this move. When he came back to his senses, he was still hesitating to speak.


    Even though the Yao family was only a small family in the capital, they were a colossus to the people from the villages and towns.


    "So it''s the Yao family!" Ling Tianyu pretended to be shocked.


    Mo Dang thought that he was afraid of the Yao family''s forces, and immediately became spirited. Even his back straightened as he coldly snorted, "You must be scared."


    "Un, I''m afraid!" Ling Tianyu smiled calmly. Then, he directly slapped Yao Wenliang''s face.


    Pow!


    Ling Tianyu exerted a great amount of strength. Yao Wenliang was sent flying with a slap, rolling a few times in the air.


    When he landed on the ground, his face was already swollen like a steamed bun.


    "You bastard, you dare hit me?"


    Yao Wenliang clutched his face as he roared. Mo Dai quickly ran over.


    "Go, kill me!" Yao Wenliang shouted. He didn''t believe that Mo Wuji and himself would be unable to deal with Ling Tianyu.


    "Can you bear it?" Without waiting for the duo to make a move, Ling Tianyu dashed forward and pummeled them all.


    Pah pah pah!


    Ling Tianyu just didn''t reveal his strength at the final level of the Congealing Realm, hitting the two of them would be the same as hitting a sandbag.


    After a full minute of fighting, the sound of footsteps could be heard from outside the door. Only then did Ling Tianyu stop.


    "Manager, they''re the ones fighting!"


    The waiter came out from behind the thin old man, pointed at Ling Tianyu and said. Since Yao Wenliang and Mo Dang had their backs facing them, the old man looked towards Ling Tianyu.


    "Little friend, this Drunken Immortal Tavern is owned by the Gu Clan. Even though you''re a student of the Blue Sky Academy, you shouldn''t act rashly, right?"


    The shopkeeper directly reported it to the backstage, while Ling Tianyu knew nothing about the Gu family.


    In any case, the other party had already beaten him up, so what else could he do? He cupped his fist and said, "Shopkeeper, these two people insisted on causing trouble for me. The waiter saw it with his own eyes, so he can''t blame me for this."


    Hearing this, the waiter whispered a few words into the skinny old man''s ear. The old man''s face shook as he exclaimed, "What?! It''s the third young master of the Yao family?"


    He quickly went to support the two of them. When he saw their appearances, the shopkeeper jumped away and shouted, "Ghost!"


    Ghost? Indeed, after being pummeled by Ling Tianyu, Yao Wenliang and Mo Yu''s faces were swollen like a pig''s head. It was unlikely that even his mother would be able to recognize them.


    "Little bastard, just you wait. If I don''t break your bones today, I''ll change to your surname!" The two of them held each other, glanced at the shopkeeper, and quickly left Drunken Immortal Tavern.

 C46

    "Little friend, you''re in trouble. The two people you beat up are the third young master of the Yao family, Yao Wenliang, and the nephew of the Yao family''s head."


    The shopkeeper''s name was Mo Yanfei. Although his surname was Mo, it had nothing to do with Mo.


    Knowing that Ling Tianyu was a student of Blue Sky Academy, he revealed the other party''s background.


    "The Yao family is strong?" Ling Tianyu pulled out a chair and sat down, as though he was willing to listen to his teacher''s instructions.


    He had come to Blue Sky Academy for so long, and he only knew about the matters of the eight great sects. As for the small clans below, they knew absolutely nothing.


    "The Yao family isn''t strong, it''s only a small family. Even the highest there is being guarded by a martial artist at the peak of the Congealing Realm." Mo Yanfei explained.


    In the imperial city, only those with a peak-level Qi Condensation warrior could be considered a small aristocratic family. If there was a Mastery Stage cultivator, they could defend the territory of a mid-tier aristocratic family.


    As for the aristocratic families, they needed Qi Resisting Realm warriors to be in charge. Currently, the eight famous sects and the three Duke Palaces all had a peak Qi Resisting Realm martial artist in charge.


    And within the imperial family, there was originally an Earth realm expert who suppressed everyone because of the battle against the Profound Ice Empire three years ago. They lost all contact and until now, they did not know if they lived or died.


    However, the Imperial Family''s luck was such that it could display strength beyond the Qi Resisting Realm. Thus, although the current Emperor Feng was only at the peak of the Qi Resisting Realm, he was able to sit in peace.


    The capital was vast and unimaginable.


    The Imperial City was the symbol of the Imperial Family and it was located in the center of the Imperial Capital. The eight famous sects were basically close to the Imperial City and several hundred miles away from Blue Sky Academy.


    Around the imperial city, there were a few middle-class aristocratic families. The smaller aristocratic families were scattered all over the imperial city.


    There was strife in the empire, and there was also strife in the imperial city. Although the Son of Heaven could not use his sword, a large amount of funds was needed to survive.


    Therefore, a small family must be attached to a large family, otherwise one day your funds will be broken and you will be eliminated.


    The Yao family had their own place because they were affiliated with the Lin family. Since he was near Blue Sky Academy, Lin Zuo had instructed him to deal with Ling Tianyu.


    "So it''s the Lin Family." Ling Tianyu muttered. It was just a conjecture previously, but it could now be confirmed.


    "Little friend, you should hurry back to the academy. The Yao family is very close to here. If you beat up Third Young Master Yao, he''ll definitely call for you." Mo Yanfei was full of good intentions, mainly because Ling Tianyu was still young and had a cultivation at the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    A person like this was probably also a genius in Blue Sky Academy.


    "Elder Mo, I''m eating here. Don''t tell me that I''m not under the protection of the restaurant? If that''s the case, who would dare to come here next time? " Ling Tianyu was displeased.


    "Sigh, in the world of martial artists, we only rely on our fists to speak. Although our restaurant is backed by the Gu family, it is at most a middle-level family. Without a backer, I''m afraid we cannot clash with the Lin Family."


    Mo Yanfei faintly sighed. He was right. Fighters relied on fists, and aristocratic families relied on power.


    Ling Tianyu naturally understood this, so he didn''t pursue the matter. However, he really didn''t place any importance on the insignificant Yao family in his eyes.


    "Go back to your work. I haven''t eaten my fill. Get the waiter to get me a table!" Ling Tianyu waved his hands and threw a hundred gold coins to Zhang Xuan. Then, he returned to the table by the window.


    Since the other party wanted to eat, Mo Yanfei had no other choice. He could only hope that the Yao family wouldn''t come here to cause trouble for the sake of Blue Sky Academy.


    Gradually, the number of people in the restaurant increased. Ling Tianyu was still tasting the delicacies that were not available in Chu Yuncheng.


    He was still thinking if he should call Ling Shuiyao over next time to eat with him.


    Dong dong dong ¡­


    Just when Ling Tianyu was almost full, the sound of footsteps and the sound of a horse could be heard outside the Intoxicated Immortal Restaurant.


    Very quickly, the sound was approaching the door. Suddenly, seven or eight martial artists rushed in, all of them were at the early stage of the Congealing Realm, and all of them had vicious expressions on their faces.


    This caused the people who were eating to be extremely surprised. Apart from some martial artists with relatively high cultivation bases, the rest of the people were in a mess as they rushed towards the door.


    "No one is allowed to move!" An angry roar suddenly came from outside as a middle-aged man in his thirties walked in. He looked around and swore, "The one who ate the ambitious leopard''s guts dared to hit my son."


    The chaotic crowd returned to their original spots with a furious roar. Naturally, they recognized this person. It was the current head of the Yao family, Yao Baili.


    "The Yao Family''s Patriarch brought so many people to Drunken Immortal Tavern. Could it be that he''s here for a meal?"


    Mo Yanfei was on guard against something happening, so he immediately ran out after hearing what was said.


    Don''t try to keep me in suspense. Don''t think that the Drunken Immortal Inn is the Gu Clan, I, Yao Baili, will be afraid. Let me tell you this, the Lin Clan has long coveted this piece of meat.


    The head of the Yao family, Yao Baili, was the only son of two women and one son. Naturally, he cared for his two daughters, who had a bit of beauty and married into the Lin family. That was why they acted so arrogantly.


    Hearing his words, Mo Yanfei immediately did not dare to say anything. After all, he was not from the Gu family, so he could not represent the Gu family. However, he still warned them.


    "Leader Yao, who is this student from Blue Sky Academy?"


    "Hmph, so what if you''re Blue Sky Academy?" "My son knows the students of the inner courtyard. That guy is at most an outer courtyard hoodlum. Sooner or later, this kind of person will be eliminated, so the academy won''t interfere in this matter."


    As Yao Baili spoke, he unconsciously raised the price for his son, causing the surrounding people to look down on him.


    You know all the inner court students? Who would believe it?


    However, after listening for so long, they were able to make out a general idea. It was most likely that Yao Baili''s son, Yao Wenliang, had been beaten.


    "Ming''er, come in and see who did it."


    Yao Baili released his aura of a peak Congealed Sky Realm bastard, and a pig-headed man ran in unwillingly from the outside.


    What? Was that the third young master of the Yao family? Having been beaten to such a state, no wonder Yao Baili was so furious. It was truly a wonder who did this to him.


    The reason why everyone felt comfortable was because the Yao family had the Lin Clan backing them up and was used to running rampant through this area. Now, someone had finally stepped in to clean up the mess.


    "It''s him!" After Yao Wenliang entered, he pointed at a seat by the window.


    Everyone''s gaze followed his, but it was filled with shock.


    This was because they saw Ling Tianyu eating his food and completely ignored the Yao family''s extravagance.


    Hey, man, don''t tell me you don''t even know that your enemy is here?


    Everyone started getting anxious for him. You''re saying that you, an Early Condensing Reality Realm martial artist, can still remain so calm and collected.


    "Surround him!"


    Knowing who was the culprit, Yao Baili definitely couldn''t let him go. With a single command, the eight cultivators ran over and surrounded Ling Tianyu.


    At this moment, Ling Tianyu also put down his bowl and chopsticks. He wiped his mouth with his hand and said with a smile, "Yo, since you beat me up, let me be the old one!"


    Puff ¡­


    The surrounding people were all astonished. The food immediately sprayed across the faces of the other party.


    So it was this fellow who found out, and he intentionally waited here? The problem is that you''re only at the early stage of the Core Formation Stage, and he has eight early stage martial artists as well as a father at the peak of the Core Formation Stage, why are you still so calm?


    They weren''t aware of Ling Tianyu''s strength, which was why they were worried.


    However, Ling Tianyu calmly looked towards the Yao family''s father and son. He smiled and said, "I say, Brother Yao, it''s not your fault that you''re wearing a pig''s head. It''s your fault that you''re trying to scare people in broad daylight."


    "Hahahaha ¡­"


    The surrounding people suddenly burst into laughter!

 C47

    Laughter, laughter, laughter! The surrounding people were ecstatic.


    Yao Baili''s face swelled to the color of a pig''s liver. No one could tell what Yao Wenliang''s expression looked like because he only had the head of a pig, it didn''t matter how much one looked at him.


    "Little bastard, I want you dead!"


    How dare he act so arrogantly in the Yao family''s territory! Let alone a country bumpkin from the mountains, even if he was from a small family in the capital, he would still give Yao Baili some face.


    But this brat dared to openly mock him even though he had beaten his own son.


    "Fight to the death!" At Yao Baili''s command, the eight cold-faced warriors in the surroundings swiftly launched their attacks.


    Eight against one, and they were all at the early stage of the Congealing Realm. Everyone shook their heads, their hearts filled with regret.


    Ling Tianyu''s actions might have made them feel comfortable, but there was still a Lin Clan above the Yao Clan, and they couldn''t afford to offend them.


    "This young man is finished!" Everyone had the same thought in their minds.


    It was indeed an easy feat for eight early level Astral Reaching Realm martial artists to take action against a martial artist of the same level, but they didn''t know that Ling Tianyu''s cultivation was far above the early level of the Astral Condensation Realm.


    When the eight of them attacked, his powerful spiritual sense had already seen everything clearly.


    Before their attacks could reach him, Ling Tianyu slammed the table, and the chopsticks in the bamboo on the table flew out.


    He released the Astral Energy all over his body, and his chopsticks shot out in all directions like arrows.


    Puff puff puff ¡­


    A dull sound rang out as the blood arrows were shot out. Each of the eight people had a chopstick stuck into their shoulder, and they were able to split their meat into three parts.


    Bang!


    Under the force of the chopsticks, the eight of them flew backwards, smashing apart quite a few tables and chairs.


    "Hiss ¡­"


    Upon seeing this, the surrounding crowd sucked in a breath of cold air.


    How was it possible for him to defeat eight martial artists of the same level in a single strike?


    Even if he only had to fight against one, it would only be a small victory, an undefeated victory.


    But now, the chopsticks were able to injure someone just by relying on their Astral Qi. If it was him, he probably wouldn''t even be able to pierce through the opponent''s defense.


    Just where did this young man come from, his strength was definitely not limited to just the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    Everyone thought, no wonder he dared to sit here and eat in peace, so he really did have some skills.


    However, Yao Baili was a peak level martial artist, could it be that this youth''s cultivation was stronger than Yao Baili''s? If that was really the case, then that was really too heaven-defying. Fourteen years old at the peak of the Congealing Realm, he could be counted on one hand.


    "Old Mo, these tables and chairs of yours are being reimbursed by the Yao family!" Ling Tianyu clapped his hands and shouted to the crowd.


    Aiyo, my little ancestor, I don''t dare to ask for compensation from the Yao family even if I had eight times the guts.


    Mo Yanfei looked wronged, but he kept repeating this in his heart.


    Actually, everyone here had good eyes. It was obvious that Mo Yanfei was afraid of the Yao family with just one glance, and Ling Tianyu was clear of that as well. He waved his hand and said, "Forget it, I''ll compensate you when you calculate the price later! I''ll go to the Yao family to get it afterwards. "


    When everyone heard this, they nearly fainted. This wasn''t the end of the fight? Now it was time to start counting the compensation and bring it back to the Yao family. After all, the Yao family had been in the family for decades.


    Even if he didn''t, he still had a backer.


    "Little bastard, do you think that my Yao family has no one? "Die, die, die!" With a savage expression, Yao Baili raised his fist and swung it towards him.


    He was a martial artist at the peak of the Congealing Realm, and had formidable combat strength. Wherever his fist passed by, the air was rustling from the friction.


    This attack caused the onlookers to tense up, hoping that Ling Tianyu would be able to receive this blow.


    "Pa ¡­"


    A clear and melodious sound echoed out in the restaurant, causing everyone''s heart to tremble.


    Upon seeing the clan head of the Yao clan, Yao Baili, fly out from the side, an obvious five-fingered mark appearing on his face.


    "No way, this is too exaggerated. Even a peak level martial artist was sent flying with a slap!" Everyone rubbed their eyes, looking left and right, this little brat was clearly at the early stage of the Congealing Realm.


    "Did I see a ghost?" Many people were puzzled.


    "Hmph, don''t think that I won''t hit you just because you have a high cultivation. If you get angry, I''ll go tear down your Yao family. I''ll just eat a meal, right?" It''s really preposterous for you to come all the way here to cause trouble. "


    Ling Tianyu acted as though he was an adult teaching a child.


    Yao Wenliang, who was standing to one side, was trembling in fear. As for his expression, even though he couldn''t see it, he could guess what it was.


    "You ¡­"


    Yao Baili was completely dumbfounded by the slap. He pointed a finger at Ling Tianyu, unable to speak for a long time.


    As the head of the Yao family, how could he not know that his son had come here at Lin Zuo''s behest to find out about Ling Tianyu''s misfortune? But how could they have known that this brat was so powerful?


    After sending him flying with a single slap, how could Yao Baili still have the courage to make a move? Everyone knew that this fellow must have concealed his cultivation and was a typical pig to eat the tiger.


    However, to be able to completely suppress him, what level had his cultivation reached, the origin realm?


    The heck, a fourteen year old Clasping Yuan Realm warrior, how could such a genius like him be eliminated by Blue Sky Academy? Even the royal family didn''t have such a talented junior.


    Now, Yao Baili even had thoughts of dying, I guessed that this Lin Zuo must be hiding something that he didn''t tell him.


    "You what? Hurry up and compensate, otherwise, don''t go back today." Ling Tianyu waved his hand.


    "Compensation?" Yao Baili didn''t understand. He thought this kid was going to extort him.


    Only when Ling Tianyu pointed to the scattered chairs and tables did Yao Baili finally understand the situation.


    But didn''t you say you were going to pay for these items?


    Yao Baili was so desperate that he wanted to die. So it turns out that this rascal was purposely fooling him.


    "Young master, these broken things are fine, there''s no need for compensation."


    Mo Yanfei hurriedly said. Since both sides were not easy to mess with, he could only bear with it himself.


    "Pay up, who says you can''t pay up? How can you not pay up after breaking something like this? Otherwise, if this store gets smashed up by people all the time, will you still be able to open it?" Being frightened by Ling Tianyu, Mo Yanfei immediately drew back his neck.


    "Brat, I advise you to restrain yourself. Make sure you keep a safe distance between yourself and others so that you can see them again in the future." Yao Baili had already gotten up. He was a peak Congealed Core realm martial artist, and the five fingered mark had long since disappeared.


    "What the hell!"


    Ling Tianyu''s figure flashed and his figure blurred.


    Pow!


    Another slap left a clear five-finger mark on the other side of Yao Baili''s face.


    "Do you want to compensate me?" Ling Tianyu said.


    "Little bastard, I''ll kill you!"


    A warrior could be killed but not humiliated. Yao Baili had been slapped twice in the face, so how could he endure this humiliation?


    However, Ling Tianyu''s strength was comparable to that of the plastic Yuan Dan Stage, and Yao Baili was no match for him. After a few rounds of punches and kicks, Yao Baili was like a hedgehog.


    Isn''t this too cruel?


    Sighs filled the surroundings. They glanced at Ling Tianyu a few more times, but they had to remember this young man''s appearance. They definitely could not offend him in the future.


    "Stop, I''ll compensate you, I''ll compensate you!"


    Finally, Yao Baili couldn''t hold on any longer and took out a gold note from his bosom.


    "This thousand gold coins is enough to compensate for these items." He lowered his expression. It was more important for him to stay alive first.


    This fellow was simply too bizarre. His punches were getting heavier and heavier. If he were to continue beating him up, his own life would be in danger. As for the Lin Clan, he would just have to report it to the Lin Clan at that time.


    "Un, remember this next time. If you want to hit something bad, you must compensate them!" Ling Tianyu nodded. Waving his hands, he said, "Scram!"

 C48

    After returning to the academy, Ling Tianyu started to delve into his sword art. Right now, he could only release two streams of sword Qis. Only with three types of sword Qis would he be able to achieve minor accomplishments on the path of the King.


    However, in the Empire of Feng Yun, there were almost no geniuses who had cultivated two types of Qi other than the eight famous sects and the three great Duke Palaces.


    Three days passed in peace.


    The Yao family did not come looking for trouble, and Lin Zuo did not make a move either, which was a little strange.


    However, his eyelids were twitching non-stop these few days. Something was bound to happen.


    Sure enough, on the fourth day, while Ling Tianyu was guiding Ling Yan and Ling Kun in their cultivation, there was a knock at the door.


    Opening the door, Ling Tian saw a young warrior. This person was a little familiar, a student of the Xuan Class. He cupped his hands and said, "Senior Brother Ling, Teacher Yun Lan wants you to go over."


    Senior Brother Ling, this is the honorific title that the outer court disciples address Ling Tianyu.


    That incident at the Intoxicated Immortal Restaurant was spread throughout the outer court. Everyone knew that Ling Tianyu was proficient in martial arts. Other than some disciples, the others were extremely impressed by him.


    "I was talking about how my eyelids were jumping up and down these past few days, but it turns out that I was being watched by that evil woman." Ling Tianyu muttered.


    "Senior brother Ling, what did you say?" the man asked.


    "Nothing, you go first, I''ll be right back."


    Closing the door, Ling Tianyu returned to the courtyard. Ling Tianyu was depressed. If that evil woman were to stare at him, it would definitely be disastrous.


    "Senior Brother Tianyu, what''s the matter?" After Ling Yan finished practicing her sword art, she saw that Ling Tianyu''s expression was ugly.


    "It''s fine. You guys can go back after you finish your practice. I need to go out for a bit." Ling Tianyu said. The two of them immediately agreed.


    Zhang Yang laughed out loud and said, "Alright, I''ll help you out!" "Alright, I''ll help you out!" Zhang Yang smiled and said, "Thanks for your hard work!"


    After the incident at the Drunken Immortal Tavern, Ling Tianyu had gained a higher and higher status in their eyes. Under his guidance, the two of them had achieved great things.


    On the other hand, even after studying for so many days, Ling Tianyu was still unable to produce a third sword qi. Furthermore, the bottleneck of his cultivation didn''t loosen at all.


    Yun Lan was the teacher in charge of the outer court. His residence was in a courtyard to the east of the outer court.


    Ling Tianyu walked out of the courtyard, and upon seeing the door being lightly opened, he pushed it open and entered.


    "Mist ¡­" "Teacher!"


    Ever since he came to the academy, Ling Tianyu had wanted to beat up this female devil. Thus, he had never called her over. Yet, today, he realized how awkward it was to call her by her name.


    "Hai, who asked her to be a teacher?" Ling Tianyu was stunned for a moment.


    However, after shouting for a long time, no one heard anything and shouted for a few more times. Still, no one agreed.


    "Strange, the gate to the courtyard is ajar. It should be inside!"


    Ling Tianyu muttered to himself before walking inside.


    Just as he reached the door, he suddenly became nervous. Inside the door, a cold light flashed and a long sword flew like lightning straight at his face.


    How could Ling Tianyu dare to neglect such an attack? He immediately activated his blurred figure and retreated swiftly.


    However, the sword tip seemed to have a mind of its own as it followed closely behind Ling Tianyu.


    "Evil Woman, you''re crazy!"


    Upon entering the courtyard, Ling Tianyu was able to clearly see that the person who used the sword was the incredibly beautiful female devil, Yun Lan, who had attacked mercilessly.


    However, Yun Lan turned a deaf ear to him and continued drawing her sword.


    "Rub!"


    Ling Tianyu was furious. Not only did his teacher make a move on his students, it wasn''t just his first time doing so. He was truly bullying the weak.


    He was now facing a strong practitioner at the early stage of the Elemental Creation Stage, so how could he dare to hide his cultivation?


    Bang!


    Unlocking his cultivation and reaching the middle stage of the Congealing Realm, Ling Tianyu''s aura soared and his illusions became even faster. However, he was still unable to escape Yun Lan''s sword.


    Bang!


    Unlocking it once more, he was once again at the late stage of the Core Formation Stage. This time, Ling Tianyu''s speed was faster than Yun Lan''s attack, and he finally dodged it.


    "Huh?"


    Yun Lan retracted her hand and frowned. Late stage of the Astral Reaching Realm could actually evade his attack? This speed was ridiculously fast.


    Moreover, he was at the early stage of the origin realm, two whole realms higher than Ling Tianyu. And this was with the difference of one''s cultivation realm being greater than Ling Tianyu''s.


    But of course, Yun Lan wasn''t really going to kill Ling Tianyu.


    "Humph, I don''t believe that I can''t force your true strength!" The corner of her mouth curled up as she used a sword move.


    Frost Sword Technique!


    This was a medium-grade human-step martial art from the Blue Sky Academy, and its might was tremendous.


    Using his true essence to condense the frost, a cold light flashed as it instantly sealed Ling Tianyu''s escape route.


    Song Wushuang had used this sword technique before, but he had never used it against him.


    "Crazy woman!"


    Ling Tianyu cursed as he swiftly dodged the attack.


    But facing this woman''s attack, he also felt quite a bit of pressure. If he knew that this evil woman had called him here, he wouldn''t have come even if he were beaten to death.


    "Eh, did he still manage to dodge?"


    Yun Lan was astonished as she changed her sword art once again. The second move followed closely behind.


    "Damned female devil, crazy woman, if I don''t grab you and spank you, I''ll give you a surname!"


    Ling Tianyu swore to himself in his heart. He had already displayed his true cultivation level. If his Dan Sea hadn''t expanded to twice its original size, he would have been injured by Yun Lan long ago.


    Right now, if he wanted to fight against Yun Lan, he could only use his sword techniques and Sword Qi. But why would he bring a sword along with him when he came to Yun Lan''s side?


    The two of them chased after each other as they flew around the courtyard. Gradually, Ling Tianyu revealed his defeat, and a dangerous feeling overwhelmed him.


    He was just about to run away when Yun Lan stopped and sized Ling Tianyu up with her beautiful eyes.


    It was obvious that he already knew that the final level of the Core Formation Stage was Ling Tianyu''s highest cultivation. However, he was able to contend against him for so long with his movement technique.


    "Evil Woman, why did you stop?" Ling Tianyu was also stunned. He was originally planning to run back to get his sword, then subdue the evil woman and give her a spanking.


    But now, they had stopped. There was no reason for them to run away.


    "Is that all you''ve got?"


    Yun Lan did not answer his question. She sheathed her sword and stood in the middle of the yard. Her beautiful appearance and pale skin that was like water droplets really made one love her dearly, but it was too late.


    However, Ling Tianyu didn''t have the heart to admire a beauty like her. It was her who almost took his life in the Chu Yun City, moreover, she was deliberately making things difficult for him in the tournament.


    "Damn, isn''t this strength enough?"


    Ling Tianyu was infuriated. This woman is crazy. She has already been able to contend with an early stage Plastics Realm cultivator for so long, yet she thinks that her strength is lacking. If it were anyone else''s, they would have already been killed by you.


    "Enough, to be able to fight with me for so long, no wonder you''re not afraid of the Yao family!" However, you should know that the Yao family has the Lin family backing them! "


    Puff ¡­


    "Eldest young mistress, wasn''t the matter between the Yao and Lin Families caused by you?"


    Ling Tianyu felt as though he was about to vomit blood.


    Yun Lan furrowed her brows. After some careful consideration, she realized that that was the case. However, she still stared at Ling Tianyu and said, "I feel that your strength is not limited to just this."


    Puff!


    Ling Tianyu, continue vomiting. If you don''t stop now, I won''t blame you for breaking my butt.


    Ling Tianyu didn''t dare to say such words out of dissatisfaction. "I am only fourteen years old!"


    This time, Yun Lan fell silent and did not speak.


    Ling Tianyu thought to himself, ''This woman is quite straightforward. She actually noticed my cultivation level and strength. Forget it. I won''t hide it anymore. However, even if I don''t hide it, my combat power will still far surpass ordinary people.


    This was his secret. His Dan Sea had been expanded to the maximum. Two streams of sword Qis were present in the jade pendant. However, these secrets would be his trump card.


    "Go back and make some preparations. Come with me tomorrow." After a moment of silence, Yun Lan asked.


    "Where to?" Ling Tianyu was extremely unwilling. How could he know what this evil woman was planning to do? Could it be that she wanted to kill him in a place devoid of people?


    Thinking of this, his head shook like a rattle.


    "Kill!" Yun Lan simply spat out two words.


    Kill ¡­ Murder?


    Ling Tianyu froze on the spot as he thought to himself, You are a woman, why are you so violent all day?

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    In the end, it was because his arm couldn''t withstand her leg. Even though Ling Tianyu didn''t want to follow the female devil out, as a student, he was helpless to do so.


    Besides, Yun Lan was from a famous clan after all, and she was the Commander of the Divine Martial Guard and a teacher of the academy. Could it be that she really dared to kill him?


    "Evil Woman, where are we going?"


    Ling Tianyu pulled on a steel sword with a reluctant look on his face.


    Yun Lan looked at Ling Tianyu with a murderous gaze as she coldly said, "You have no respect for your elders. Just by this point, I can expel you."


    "Hmph, the mouth is on me, you can call me whatever you want."


    Ling Tianyu lifted his head and whistled, looking completely helpless. Right now, he has a sword in his hand. As long as I''m around the world, there''s no need to be afraid of the Misty Cloud.


    Yun Lan''s face was gloomy, but she did not say anything. Ever since she knew of Ling Tianyu''s strength, the hatred in her heart was slowly dissipating, but she was unwilling to explain.


    Right now, these two people were obviously holding grudges.


    "Up to you."


    Yun Lan said as she quickened her pace.


    The two of them arrived at a relay station and rented two horses, then headed out of the imperial city.


    "Hey, where are you going?" Ling Tianyu asked.


    "Kill!"


    The two simple words still left Ling Tianyu dismayed.


    The two horses galloped and soon left the city. After travelling for another two hours, the two arrived at a village. The residents here were all ordinary villagers.


    "Commander!"


    Just as he entered the village, a guard wearing silver armour came up to him.


    The two of them dismounted from their horses and looked towards the village. Behind them were the corpses of two guards.


    From the messy surroundings, it was clear that a huge battle had occurred.


    "I didn''t tell you to guard this place, how did this happen?" The moment Yun Lan released her aura, she exuded a majestic aura.


    This silver-armored guard''s cultivation was at the peak of the Astral Condensation realm, and from the way he addressed Yun Lan, it could be seen that this was the Imperial Family''s most mysterious Divine Martial Guard.


    Looking at the Vermillion Bird emblem on his chest, this was clearly the Vermillion Bird Divine Guard.


    What was going on that required him to use the imperial family''s Divine Martial Guard?


    "Ugh ¡­"


    The guard glanced at Ling Tianyu and hesitated.


    "His name is Ling Tianyu, and he''s my student. Speak, he''s fine!" Yun Lan also looked at Ling Tianyu and said very casually.


    "Yes, Commander!"


    It turned out that a mysterious Flower Harvester had arrived around the Imperial City to seek after a young and beautiful young girl.


    That person was extremely skilled. He actually committed several crimes within the imperial city, and caused the daughters of some of the nobles and officials to be humiliated.


    The imperial family was furious and was preparing to capture him on all fours. They caught five horses and dismembered his corpse. However, just as they were about to capture that Flower Harvester, they received a piece of news.


    The rapist was actually a disciple of the Non-Phase Sect, one of the behemoths of the Eastern Seven Kingdoms.


    The Non-Phase Sect was guarded by Earth realm experts. Who would dare to kill a disciple from the Non-Phase Sect?


    However, the Non-Phase Sect was still deeply apologetic about this matter. They told the Empire of Feng Yun to keep quiet and secretly hand the information over to the Non-Phase Sect after obtaining it. That was why they sent out the Divine Martial Guard.


    Originally, the Misty Cloud''s Vermillion Bird Divine Guard knew that the rapist''s resting place was in this desolate mountain, so she had asked the Divine Martial Guard to guard the village at the foot of the mountain.


    After a fierce battle, two of the Divine Martial Guards were killed, and the Flower Harvester escaped into the desolate mountain.


    "Looks like the Non-Phase Sect isn''t that good either. They actually gave birth to a scum." Ling Tianyu murmured.


    "Young noble Ling, please do not speak carelessly."


    If these words reached the ears of the Non-Phase Sect, they could destroy the Empire of Feng Yun countless of times by sending an Earth realm disciple.


    However, with Yun Lan here, he didn''t go overboard.


    "Captain Jia is right, you can''t say such nonsense." For the first time, Yun Lan did not get angry at Ling Tianyu.


    "Send down an order, let them take a look at the entrances, we''re entering the mountain."


    "Yes sir!" That Captain Jia turned around and left.


    Before he left, he even turned back to look at Ling Tianyu. This person was still young, but his cultivation was only slightly lower than his. Now that he was brought here by his commander, he must be extraordinary.


    None of these people who served in the imperial household were fools. If they were to meet in the future, they could weigh the pros and cons.


    Upon entering the barren mountain, Ling Tianyu realized that he and Yun Lan were the only two there. He said with a puzzled expression, "Hey, Evil Woman, didn''t you say you were going to kill people? You were just capturing them."


    Ling Tianyu had originally thought that capturing someone would be an easy task. After all, the Divine Martial Guard was one of the imperial guards. Who wouldn''t want to carry out a mission together?


    "Their cultivation is too low, so they can''t be of much help. It would be better to just guard the exits." Yun Lan spoke the truth.


    "What, can''t a peak level Core Formation cultivator help out?" Ling Tianyu was about to go crazy. He didn''t bring the peak of the Congealing Realm martial artists, but brought him, a late stage Congealing Realm martial artist.


    This woman must be avenging a personal grudge.


    "What is the cultivation level of the Flower Harvester?" Ling Tianyu asked worriedly.


    "Early stage of the origin realm!" Yun Lan patiently answered while searching with her divine sense.


    His own strength, combined with Yun Lan''s own strength, should be enough to subdue it. However, Yun Lan immediately added on, "The Non-Phase Sect has an Earth Realm martial art, that person shouldn''t be weak. Otherwise, how could he commit crimes in the Imperial City?"


    Puff ¡­


    Ever since Ling Tianyu met Yun Lan, he had vomited blood continuously. This woman was truly crazy. She knew that the other party was powerful, yet she still dared to enter the mountain alone. Now, she even dragged him to be buried with her.


    He had the urge to quit.


    Suddenly, the dried leaves in the forest rustled, and the two of them immediately became vigilant.


    "The Flower Harvester is around." Yun Lan sighed in relief.


    Ling Tianyu glanced at her. "How do you know that it isn''t a demonic beast?"


    Since there were demonic beasts in the Cloudsoaring Mountain, Ling Tianyu naturally believed that there must be demonic beasts in the desolate mountain of the imperial city.


    "This is the imperial city, even rank 4 beasts would be captured to concoct pills! Furthermore, a demon beast of other ranks? " After all, he was still a country bumpkin, so he didn''t even understand what was going on.


    "Ugh ¡­" Ling Tianyu had truly forgotten about this after being defeated.


    He looked around and asked, "So what do we do now?"


    "Wait!"


    "Waiting for that pervert to appear?" Ling Tianyu was puzzled. If you were to capture him, would he come knocking?


    Yun Lan looked at Ling Tianyu, then suddenly smiled and asked, "Am I pretty?"


    F * ck!


    This woman is in heat. Could it be that she wants to kill me in this desolate mountain and wilderness ¡­ Damn, I haven''t even developed yet!


    "Stop your dirty thoughts!" When Yun Lan saw Ling Tianyu''s expression, she involuntarily cried out in anger.


    "Big Sis, you''re the one who started it, alright?" Ling Tianyu complained incessantly. This woman was truly a madman, a devil. However, the evil woman''s smile was really fascinating.


    "Hmph, I''m too lazy to tell you."


    Yun Lan glared at him and no longer spoke.


    Ling Tianyu naturally understood. However, was that rapist a fool? Despite knowing that they were here to capture him, they still dared to send him on his way.


    However, a few minutes later, there was another sound from the forest, followed by a human figure flying out.


    "Tsk tsk, such a beautiful woman. Are you waiting for your elder brother''s favor?"


    That person was gentle and refined, but his build was thin and frail. It was obvious that he was the type to indulge in excessive lust. Moreover, he spoke dirty words. Even a fool would have thought that this person was the rapist.


    Un, this fellow is sick. He is clearly here to capture him, yet he still dares to come out.


    Ling Tianyu had given him a direct judgment, but upon seeing his cultivation, he couldn''t help but be shocked.


    No wonder he dared to come out. So his cultivation was higher than Yun Lan''s.


    Yun Lan was also stunned. He couldn''t see through the cultivation of the person in front of her? That could only mean that he had made a breakthrough. Moreover, this person was a disciple of the Non-Phase Sect.


    "Hehe, you must be that beauty from the Yun Family. Truly beautiful. It''s not in vain that I, Shang Wenkun, have come here." That person laughed obscenely, "You didn''t expect me to break through, did you? Hehe, the Non-Phase Sect''s martial arts are not something a bumpkin like you can understand. The Yun Family''s girl, she must be feeling great, hahaha!"


    "Damn it!" With a curse, Yun Lan unsheathed her sword and held it horizontally in front of her.

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    "Hehe, little beauty, don''t resist." Shang Wenkun looked at Yun Lan as he drooled. The scenes from the Spring Palace played non-stop in his mind.


    "Scram!"


    Yun Lan was disgusted and shot out a wave of sword light. The Cold Hail Sword Art was even more powerful than before. The sword shadows covered the sky as they rushed towards Shang Wenkun.


    "Yo, the little beauty is quite fierce."


    Shang Wenkun clicked his tongue and pulled out a short blade to meet the attack. As for Ling Tianyu, he had long since been disregarded.


    A late stage Core Formation martial artist was nothing in front of him.


    Ding ding dang dang!


    The long and short swords clashed, and countless sparks flew.


    After a few rounds, the two of them had actually come to a draw.


    Hehe, little beauty, if you only have this little bit of strength, you should stop resisting. Shang Wenkun bared his teeth, clearly not using his full strength.


    "Shut up!"


    Yun Lan glared at him and abruptly formed a large hand seal made of Origin Energy.


    Unparalleled Palm!


    This was a high-grade human-step martial art from the Yun Family. The palm was like a mountain, destroying the heaven and earth. As soon as the handprint appeared, a one meter squared print was sent towards Shang Wenkun.


    Ling Tianyu''s pupils constricted. He knew clearly that when Song Wushuang had struck his sword, this evil woman had sent out such a palm, almost taking his life.


    However, with his current level of cultivation and powerful soul, it would not be a problem for him to break this palm strike. He only needed to use his sword qi to neutralize it.


    Facing this palm, Shang Wenkun smiled sinisterly and chopped out.


    The light of the saber appeared and hacked down at the handprint. On the other side of the short blade, another short blade appeared and headed straight for Yun Lan.


    Saber Qi?


    As an apothecary, Ling Tianyu had a strong soul. Naturally, he was able to see through this.


    Yun Lan was shocked. His cultivation realm was over there, and he could cultivate saber Qi, so he was naturally a genius. Now, she understood that this fellow had done all sorts of evil deeds. The Non-Phase Sect was only going to escort him back.


    In the current Eastern Seven Kingdoms, and even in the entire Eastern Continent, there were very few people who could cultivate and release their Qi.


    BOOM!


    Shang Wenkun''s short blade directly cut through the sky-upholding palm print of Yun Lan, while another ray of saber energy headed towards Yun Lan.


    Puff!


    As the saber Qi swept past, Yun Lan''s shoulder was injured and a cut was made.


    This was all due to Shang Wenkun deliberately holding back. He had no interest in dead beauties.


    "Little beauty, look at how big brother showed mercy to you. Just listen to me!"


    He had an evil and lustful smile on his face as he rubbed his hands together and ran up. He couldn''t wait to press Yun Lan onto the ground and ravage her.


    Yun Lan was injured as she used one hand to cover her shoulder. She circulated her true energy to stop the blood from flowing out, but the gaping hole prevented her from being able to use much strength.


    "Ling Tianyu!" Yun Lan glared at him and said angrily, "I''m not asking you to come watch a show."


    Despite facing such a situation, Ling Tianyu actually didn''t move an inch. He didn''t even have the slightest intention to help. This made Yun Lan feel a sense of helplessness.


    The reason why she brought Ling Tianyu over was to test out his true strength. While it was true that she could not force him to reveal his potential in her own courtyard, life and death in the wild was different.


    She had thought that since Shang Wenkun''s strength was on par with his, he would definitely make a move to kill Ling Tianyu first. However, she was just watching by the side, so that Shang Wenkun could force out Ling Tianyu''s true strength.


    Even if Ling Tianyu was unable to defeat him, it would still be fine. After all, he had a spiritual treasure protecting him and he was on the other side.


    However, he didn''t expect Shang Wenkun to directly confront her with a breakthrough in his cultivation.


    But even so, Ling Tianyu had a spiritual treasure protecting him. As long as he made a move, he would be able to avoid the danger. Yet, this bastard had no intention of helping him.


    Under Yun Lan''s angry roar, Shang Wenkun inadvertently looked at Ling Tian Yu. After confirming his cultivation level, he smiled and said, "Little Mei, I didn''t think that you would eat tender grass. This kid hasn''t even grown all his hair yet!"


    "With such a low cultivation, I really don''t know if you''re asking him to come watch, or sending him to his death!" Shang Wenkun smiled sinisterly as he walked step by step towards Yun Lan.


    "If he watches from the side, it might be even more exciting!"


    Yun Lan felt as if the world was falling apart. Watching Shang Wenkun walk in was like watching a peerless evil pervert.


    Thinking about how her body was about to be invaded by the sodomy demon, she suddenly felt like her mind was going to collapse.


    "You pervert, scram!" "Damn it!" Yun Lan scolded loudly as she looked towards Ling Tianyu. "Ling Tianyu, I beg of you. Since you''ve killed him, I apologize to you!"


    As a lady blessed by the heavens, her reputation was more important than anything else. She lowered her head. She knew that Ling Tianyu held a grudge against her. If she didn''t make a move, she would definitely be violated.


    She could die, but what about her parents? What about the Yun Family?


    "Hmm?" Hearing those words, Shang Wenkun halted his footsteps and sized Ling Tianyu up once more.


    Logically speaking, a late stage Core Formation martial artist should have been so scared that his entire body should have been trembling, and he would have run away. But now, this youth was as calm as water.


    Not only that, Yun Lan had kept on telling him to help her from the start, not even bothering to call for reinforcements. Did this young man really have the strength to deal with her?


    He was a rapist, so his judgement was naturally sharp. If this brat really had strength, then wouldn''t he be putting himself in danger? How would he be able to have fun with this little beauty?


    Actually, Yun Lan didn''t believe in Ling Tianyu''s strength, but in the Soul Treasure on his body.


    "Kid, are you going to kill yourself or do you want me to do it myself?" Shang Wenkun had thought through everything and was prepared to eliminate Ling Tianyu first.


    "Hey, what are you yelling at me for, with such a beautiful woman by your side?" Ling Tianyu pointed at Yun Lan, and with a nonchalant expression, he found a place to rest.


    Seeing Ling Tianyu''s actions, Shang Wenkun immediately came to a conclusion. This youth wasn''t afraid of him, so he revealed a wary expression.


    "Big brother, if you want to do something then hurry up. This woman has nothing to do with me." Ling Tianyu waved his hand.


    Puff!


    As Yun Lan listened, she spat out a mouthful of blood. She could only feel that the wound was scorching hot, and it was even more painful than before.


    "Ling Tianyu, you bastard!"


    Ling Tianyu simply closed his eyes. Actually, it wasn''t that he didn''t save Yun Lan, but this woman had always been against him. If he didn''t suffer a loss, how would he be able to continue living in the capital in the future?


    Of course, she couldn''t let Shang Wenkun really do what she did. Otherwise, if the Yun Family got angry, both she and the Ling Family wouldn''t be able to face the consequences.


    After all, he felt much better seeing Yun Lan lower her head.


    Seeing their actions, Shang Wenkun actually started to hesitate. These two people were flirting and swearing, and had completely ignored his existence.


    However, facing Ling Tianyu, he was truly unable to make sense of the situation.


    After a long time, Ling Tianyu stood up and sighed, "Ai, you idiot. If I tell you not to go up, don''t blame me for blowing your head off!"


    After he finished speaking, Ling Tianyu looked towards Yun Lan and said, "Hey, evil woman, I barely managed to save your life. Just remember this young master''s words in the future."


    Upon hearing these words, Yun Lan''s crumbling expression immediately recovered. Even though she did not like listening to these words, with Ling Tianyu acting, it was equivalent to having a Soul Treasure protecting them. As long as Shang Wen Kun dared to attack, he would definitely be devoured by the Soul Treasure.


    "Brat, just who do you think you are? Do you really think I can''t see through your strength? How dare a mere Late Astral Condensation cultivator put on airs here!"


    Shang Wenkun suddenly moved and blocked in front of Ling Tianyu. He slowly drew his dagger.

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    Ling Tianyu was extremely confident because of his trump card, the Celestial Jade Pendant and the two sword Qis.


    If he were to suddenly make a move, he would definitely be able to injure Shang Wenkun with his two sword Qis. However, the battle between him and Yun Lan was already in Ling Tianyu''s eyes.


    Even if he didn''t launch a sneak attack, as long as he used his full strength, he should still be able to defeat Shang Wenkun. After all, he had just broken through to the middle stage of the Natal Opening Realm and his realm was unstable.


    Clang!


    Ling Tianyu didn''t waste any time on words. He immediately drew his sword, and with a flash of cold light, his sword flew out like a dragon that had left the sea, heading straight for the target.


    When experts made a move, the result was obvious.


    Ling Tianyu''s sword was swift, precise, ruthless, and it pierced straight into Shang Wenkun''s heart.


    "Hmph, bluffing!" "Wait till I cripple you, I''ll definitely let you see just how amorous and happy Yours Truly is!"


    Shang Wenkun was a disciple of the Non-Phase Sect. Although he was shrewd, he would never believe that a Late Core Formation martial artist could defeat him.


    He raised his dagger and protected the location of his heart.


    Ding!


    A huge force was transmitted from the tip of the sword, directly pushing Shang Wenkun back three steps.


    With a stuffy groan, a trace of blood appeared on the corner of Shang Wenkun''s mouth.


    "What great strength."


    He had underestimated his opponent, to think that he would be taken advantage of. Besides, where did a late stage Core Formation martial artist get so much strength from? This made him take it seriously.


    "I gave you a chance, but you refused. You just had to come looking for my bad luck. I''ve never seen someone as stupid as you."


    Ling Tianyu said indifferently. The reason for his great strength was because the power he could unleash when his Dan Sea expanded was not as simple as one plus one equals two.


    After a single move, sword qi shot out horizontally and horizontally.


    He was dressed in white, his figure dancing. Sword light suffused the air, as if a sword immortal had descended into the world.


    This was a heaven-rank sword technique, and every move was incomparably exquisite. It made Yun Lan dazzled and extremely shocked.


    Having suffered a loss, Shang Wenkun no longer dared to be careless. He slashed out with his short blade, bringing with it a blade qi.


    No matter what, there was someone in the wilderness who dared to make him suffer a loss. He must take revenge.


    His saber light was so dense that even wind could not penetrate through. It was much stronger than when he fought against Yun Lan earlier. In addition to the saber energy, he directly slashed towards Ling Tianyu.


    Seeing Shang Wenkun attack in such a domineering manner, Yun Lan''s heart felt light. If this move continued, he would definitely activate the Soul Treasure on Ling Tianyu''s body.


    When that time came, even if the powerful backlash didn''t shatter the pervert to death, he would at least lose a layer of skin.


    The two of them harbored their own thoughts, but within Ling Tianyu''s sword light, three swords actually appeared.


    One was his original body, the other two were sword Qis.


    These two sword energies were the king of swords.


    Yun Lan''s eyeballs were about to fall out. She looked at Ling Tianyu as if she was looking at a gem.


    Now, he truly regretted that such a talented youth was almost personally destroyed by him.


    A fourteen year old at the late stage of the Congealing Realm was already very scary, and he even cultivated two sword Qis. This was a genius amongst geniuses.


    She was shocked, and so was Shang Wenkun. It couldn''t be said that there weren''t many martial kings in the seven Eastern Kingdoms, but it was rare for a fourteen year old boy to display two sword Qis in the Non-Phase Sect.


    "Puchi!"


    While he was still in a daze, Ling Tianyu''s sword move neutralized Shang Wenkun''s saber art. Along with it, a sword qi shot straight through his shoulder.


    Hate!


    Shang Wenkun had the urge to curse. He had once tried to force his way into the position of granddaughter of the dean. He had relied on his saber energy to gain the appreciation of the inner court elders and preserve his life.


    He didn''t come to this Empire of Feng Yun to take a breather, he didn''t expect to meet someone even more talented than himself.


    "We have to kill him!" This was pure jealousy.


    Turning the tip of Shang Wenkun''s blade, he no longer dared to be careless and charged toward Ling Tianyu.


    With a slight smile, Ling Tianyu sent his third move, Thundering Confusion.


    The two of them had been fighting for a long time, yet they couldn''t do anything to each other.


    Yun Lan, who was at the side, slightly opened her small mouth. Surprise was not the slightest bit different from shock. It turned out that this was Ling Tianyu''s true strength. This kid really knew how to act.


    Right now, this peerless beauty was unable to remain calm. Her arrogance was gradually melting. Other than being born with a delicate background and an illustrious status, how could she compare to Ling Tianyu?


    Furthermore, compared to him, Song Wushuang was much weaker.


    "Bastard, you''ve actually ruined my good plan! The next time I see you, I''ll definitely skin you alive!"


    Shang Wenkun retreated 30 feet as he prepared to retreat. He had fought with Ling Tianyu for hundreds of rounds, and since Ling Tianyu was fine, the more he fought, the more tired he became.


    "Do you have a next time?" The moment Ling Tianyu said those words, a blurred shadow appeared. That incredible speed of his caused Shang Wenkun to be stunned once more. In an instant, he appeared by his side and a sword stabbed straight at him.


    Shang Wenkun was scared out of his wits and broke out in a cold sweat. He was prepared to escape as he had long since removed his zhen qi layer defense. How could he have known that this brat would be so fast?


    He exerted all of his strength and sent a saber strike toward Ling Tianyu''s sword.


    Ka-cha! *


    The sword broke under the attack.


    Shang Wenkun was overjoyed to see Ling Tianyu break his sword so easily. However, he muttered to himself about Ling Tianyu''s reaction speed as a huge fist came flying towards him.


    Bang!


    A golden light flashed in Shang Wenkun''s eyes as he was sent flying by a punch to his right eye.


    "Go to hell!"


    Behind him, Yun Lan suddenly flew up and stabbed at Shang Wenkun, who was flying towards her.


    Puff!


    The long sword pierced through Shang Wenkun''s back and came out from his chest. It was exactly where his heart was.


    He tried his best to turn his head and look. The last bit of his consciousness caused him to be puzzled. Even the outer elder of the Non-Phase Sect did not dare to kill him. Why would a small empire dare to attack him?


    "What a evil woman!" Upon seeing that the matter was settled, Ling Tianyu sat down on the floor and started kowtowing.


    Although he had been evenly matched, due to the fact that his Dan Sea had expanded by two times, the true energy within was almost depleted, especially with the last punch, which almost made him collapse.


    "He is a pervert. If he dares to have any feelings for me, he must be killed!"


    Yun Lan drew her sword and didn''t mind in the slightest. As the Commander of the Divine Martial Guard, killing was surely a small matter.


    "Isn''t he a disciple of the Non-Phase Sect?" Ling Tianyu glared at him contemptuously.


    "Ah, that''s right. It''s over this time. I forgot about this matter. What do we do now?"


    "What do we do, cold dressing!"


    Ling Tianyu glanced at her in annoyance. He thought to himself, This female devil actually has such a cute side to her.


    "That''s right, let''s go find my grandfather. He''ll definitely be able to deal with this matter!" Yun Lan''s eyes immediately lit up.


    To be able to stand for hundreds of years and develop at a rapid pace, the seven Eastern Kingdoms definitely had a deep background, and that was the Silver Moon Sect.


    Since they were the same sect as the Non-Phase Sect, they would definitely have Earth realm experts guarding inside.


    The Silver Moon Sect and the Seven Nations had reached an agreement to transfer talents to the sect. They guaranteed the development of the Seven Nations.


    Now that so much time had passed, the Silver Moon Sect would certainly have many martial artists from the seven nations. Although those martial practitioners were not allowed to interfere in the affairs of the seven nations once they entered the sect, if Old Man Yun were to personally step in, he might be able to settle the matter of the Non-Phase Sect.


    Moreover, it was originally Shang Wenkun who committed many evil deeds. If the Silver Moon Sect opened their mouth, the Non-Phase Sect would at least give them face.


    After a short moment, Ling Tianyu regained his zhenqi. It was undeniable that apothecaries held an important position in the world of cultivators.


    "Hai, this time, I have no choice but to buy a good sword!"


    Looking at the Fine Steel Sword that was cut into two, Ling Tianyu sighed.


    "You''re so strong, and yet you''re carrying such a trash sword. This young lady will remember your saving grace and give you this sword!"


    Suddenly, a fragrant wind blew over as Yun Lan brought out a long sword. It was her personal sword.


    "This sword is made of Frost Moon Mystical Iron. It''s extremely light and nimble, just right for a swordsman!" Yun Lan continued to explain.


    The better the sword, the lighter the material the better. Furthermore, the use of the Frigid Moon Metal is also good in toughness, which is in line with the two main characteristics of the sword.


    However, Ling Tianyu didn''t dare to accept the Misty Cloud Sword as a gift, as he didn''t know what tricks this Evil Woman was up to.


    "You should keep Miss Yun''s things!" Ling Tianyu glanced at her before walking down the mountain ¡­

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    "Hey, you can''t even get a sword worth a million gold coins. Kid, you''re biting off L¨¹ Dongbin!" Yun Lan followed him, feeling indignant.


    As for dealing with Shang Wenkun''s matter, he would naturally leave it to the Divine Martial Guard''s Squad Leader Jia.


    "What?" That costs a million gold coins? "


    Ling Tianyu was startled. One million gold coins was the price of a three-hundred-year-old Snow Ginseng, which was equivalent to the Ling family''s income for over ten years. This capital was truly wealthy.


    He was just a fledgling and did not know much about the situation in the capital. Even though he knew that the capital was rich, a single sword cost a million gold coins. This was just too inconceivable.


    In the seven eastern countries, currency was gold coins because there were no experts. When they reached the Earth realm, it would be a qualitative leap. Some ordinary cultivation methods could not meet the needs of the martial artists.


    This required the help of a common external object ¡ª a spirit crystal!


    Spirit Crystals were a type of crystal that grew in the heaven and earth. They were divided into top quality ones, top quality ones, middle quality ones, and low quality ones. Their effects were ten times more.


    However, in the seven Eastern Kingdoms, there were basically no spirit crystal mines. Only after exiting the Eastern Continent would there be spirit crystal mines. However, these mines were basically in the hands of the sect. If he did not have the strength, then he would not be able to take control of them.


    However, in the hands of both the Silver Moon Sect and the Non-Phase Sect, there was a mine. That was the only way to establish the strength of the two great sects.


    "What an inexperienced fellow!" Yun Lan curled her lips.


    Which famous family in the imperial city wouldn''t be able to easily take out a million gold coins like them? With their net profit of a month''s worth of a million gold coins, how could a mere million gold coins be considered as anything?


    "Hmph, you''re talking to your savior like this?" Ling Tianyu couldn''t be bothered to respond to him. In any case, it wouldn''t be good to be with her.


    "Ling Tianyu, stop right there!" Yun Lan roared.


    "Call me Young Master Yu, or I''ll break your butt!" Ling Tianyu turned around and said. He had been thinking of capturing Yun Lan and spanking her.


    But now, this evil woman had lost her demonic side, leaving him with no way to deal with her.


    However, the matter of her spanking seemed to be burning hot in Yun Lan''s ears.


    "You ¡­ "That scoundrel!" Yun Lan glared at him, her fury couldn''t help but rise. She only looked at Ling Tianyu, yet there wasn''t the slightest bit of killing intent in her gaze. If it was anyone else, she would have already sent a sword strike at him.


    "It''s not like you have no butt, why are you so angry!" Ling Tianyu glared back at her and said, "Don''t tell anyone about what happened to me, or else my butt might bloom!"


    F * ck, this little brat was absolutely shameless to the extreme.


    Yun Lan was so angry that she actually calmed down. This fellow came from the mountains, it was normal for him to have some wild nature. Moreover, with such extraordinary talent, his future achievements would definitely ¡­


    Yun Lan let her imagination run wild. Suddenly, she shook her head with all her might and thought, "What happened to me?" This fellow is so shameless, he wants to spank me, yet I''m still dreaming.


    Besides, this kid has no respect for his elders. I''m at least his teacher, but he actually wants me to call him Young Master Yun. How hateful.


    So what if she hated him? She couldn''t beat him.


    "I''ve really seen a ghost. Even if he is a genius among geniuses, his cultivation speed isn''t that fast!" Yun Lan''s heart was racing. Back then, she could kill him with a wave of her hand in Chu Yuncheng. But now, he actually possessed the strength of a Mid Clasping Yuan Realm practitioner.


    "Hey, little Lan Lan, what are you infatuated with? Even though you have some looks, I won''t take a fancy to you! "


    Yun Lan was jolted awake by Ling Tianyu''s words and fury filled her face once more.


    Little Lan Lan, this brat truly deserves to die, deserved to die!


    Her beauty is second to none in the imperial city. She has the title of ''Twin Flower'', and her pursuers can spare the imperial city three laps. Yet, this fellow actually dared to say she didn''t even look at me.


    "About that, are you really alright if you kill him?" Ling Tianyu was naturally referring to Shang Wenkun.


    Hearing this, Yun Lan''s anger instantly vanished. Damn, luckily you have a bit of conscience and know how to care about me.


    "For the seven countries of the East to be able to stand for hundreds of years with the support of the Silver Moon Sect, my grandfather has a good relationship with the Silver Moon Sect. If I can invite the Silver Moon Sect out, it should be fine." Yun Lan said.


    "Oh!" Ling Tianyu nodded his head. Seeming to understand something, he thought to himself: Looks like I have to head to the science department for some history. Otherwise, I wouldn''t know anything at all.


    "Then go back, I''ll go out and take a look!" After which, Ling Tianyu activated Concealment Concealment, and in the blink of an eye, he disappeared from sight.


    "Hey, you bastard!" Yun Lan was so angry that she directly stomped her feet. You brat, you don''t know how to treat a lady. You actually threw an injured great beauty into the mountains!


    In the imperial city, Ling Tianyu had a good meal and was preparing to buy a sword.


    He was calculating the gold coins he had on him. The total amount of gold coins he had was only three thousand gold coins. A treasured sword like the one Yun Lan had cost him one million gold coins. Obviously, he couldn''t afford it.


    Then he would just buy a low-grade one. At the very least, it wouldn''t be as brittle as a Fine Steel Sword.


    But it would at least cost a few hundred thousand, right? Even if he sold it, he wouldn''t be able to get anything out of it.


    "Right, pills!" Ling Tianyu finally recalled that he was a tier 2 apothecary. No, he should be able to forge a grade-3 pill now.


    Moreover, didn''t he have three low-grade Snow Spirit Pills, two low-grade Spatial Pills, and three low-grade Soul Strengthening Pills?


    Even though it was an ancient pill, there were only twenty thousand gold coins per pill in the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion. The main reason was that the ingredients were too common and too cheap.


    The Soul Strengthening Pill was worth a lot of money, this was a Tier 3 pill, even a low-tier Soul Strengthening Pill could sell for 700,000-800,000 gold coins per pill, it could strengthen the soul, it was the favorite pill for both alchemists and martial artists.


    However, it was still a Mortal Grade pill after all. The effects were not very obvious. Just imagine, who would have such a monstrous Martial Vein like Ling Tianyu, and that unknown energy?


    As for the Snow Spirit Pill, that was worth a lot.


    It was not that the medicinal pills were valuable, but three hundred years worth of Snow Ginseng.


    Thinking about it, a Mortal Realm warrior''s lifespan ranged from one hundred to one hundred and fifty years. Even an existence like the Feng Emperor, who was at the peak of the Qi Resisting Realm, would burp after one hundred and fifty years. Who would waste that much time to cultivate three hundred years of Snow Ginseng?


    Of course, there would definitely be three hundred year old Snow Ginseng. If not, how would Song Guang be able to obtain one?


    There were only those great powers that had nurtured the older Snow Ginseng.


    In the market, the best Snow Spirit Pills were made from 50% Snow Ginseng and sold for 50% to 1 million gold coins. If it was 300% Snow Ginseng, the price would double.


    Therefore, three hundred years worth of Snow Ginseng was almost not visible in the market. There was a price but no market. Three hundred years worth of Snow Ginseng to be able to refine the Snow Spirit Pill was something that everyone wanted.


    "Why don''t I take out three Soul Strengthening Pills?"


    Ling Tianyu thought about it carefully. Three hundred years worth of Snow Ginseng was simply too precious. He didn''t know if he could get these three pills for Ling Shuiyao and the others in the future.


    After making up his mind, Ling Tianyu started walking in the same direction.


    The Treasure Heaven Pavilion sold all kinds of treasures. This was what Ling Tianyu had discovered a while ago.


    Compared to the Heavenly Medicine Pavilion, the two were equally impressive with the word ''heaven'' in between. However, there didn''t seem to be any relationship between the two.


    "Young master, please come in!"


    Walking to the entrance, Ling Tianyu was welcomed by an attendant.