301: Pretend

Xu Qing said in a deep voice, “More than just powerful? The quality of Junior Brother’s rejuvenation pill is almost perfect. Even if I were to refine it, I couldn’t achieve his results.”

As Xu Qing finished speaking, the other five Elders also opened their Medicine Cauldrons.

In an instant, a rich medicinal fragrance filled the entire room.

As Xu Qing expected, Lu Xingchen’s Medicinal Pill was of the best quality, and it was significantly better than the second-place one.

The quality of the other five Elders’ Medicinal Pills did not vary much, but under Xu Qing’s careful selection, two of the most outstanding Elders were still chosen.

Liu Ruyan said with a smile, “For this challenge against the Qingnang Sect, Xu Qing, Xiong Chumo, Lu Dazhuang, Mo Bai, and Mo Qing will participate. You all have no objections, right?”

Everyone replied in unison, “Everything according to Sect Master’s orders!”

Liu Ruyan waved her hand and said with a smile, “In that case, everyone, please go back and prepare. Tomorrow morning at seven, gather at the Mountain Gate. We will head to the market in the east of Wangshu City and compete with the Qingnang Sect!”

“Yes, Sect Master!” everyone replied in unison.

Immediately, everyone left.

Lu Xingchen walked back to his Immortal Cave, pondering Liu Ruyan’s words.

The competition venue being chosen at the market in Wangshu City would surely attract many people to watch.

The outcome of this competition would not only determine the ownership of the Medicinal Pill market in Wangshu Kingdom but also affect the reputation of both Sects.

He wondered which side proposed this competition venue, to play such a big game!

However, since he had come to the Lingyun Sect and accepted gifts from his three Senior Brother and Senior Sister, he had an obligation to contribute to the Lingyun Sect.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Tomorrow he would be fighting the Qingnang Sect, so he would pull an all-nighter tonight to familiarize himself with Alchemy!

And so, Lu Xingchen refined Medicinal Pills all night in his Immortal Cave, not only accumulating a large amount of professional experience points but also becoming more familiar with Alchemy.

The next morning, Lu Xingchen put away his Medicine Cauldron, spread his Dou Qi Wings, and flew towards the Mountain Gate.

There, his three Senior Brother and Senior Sister, and all the Lingyun Sect Elders, had gathered.

Many Disciples also came to this place, including Mu Ruxue.

This was normal; the news of the two Sects’ challenge had spread throughout Wangshu City, and many people came to watch.

The Lingyun Sect’s Disciples who had free time naturally also wanted to show their support.

Lu Xingchen landed next to Mu Ruxue and said with a smile, “Xiao Xue, why did you come too? Have you completed the Archery Skill practice task I gave you?”

Mu Ruxue lowered her head, feeling a bit guilty, her voice soft and sweet.

“Um, Teacher, I haven’t started the task you gave me yet. But I promise, after watching the competition, I will definitely make it up when I go back today!”

“…”

Lu Xingchen rubbed his head, a little speechless.

“You’re quite honest. But staying in the Sect all the time isn’t good either. You need to go out, relax, broaden your horizons, and make some friends. I’ll excuse you from today’s Archery Skill task. Just accompany me to go out and explore!”

Upon hearing this, Mu Ruxue jumped up happily.

“Oh yay yay yay! Teacher is the best! I can go out and play with Teacher!”

Lu Xingchen rubbed her head and said softly, “Come with me, I’ll introduce you to your Junior Martial Uncle.”

With that, Lu Xingchen took Mu Ruxue’s hand and walked towards Liu Ruyan and the other two.

Seeing Lu Xingchen approach, Liu Ruyan smiled and said softly, “Junior Brother, you’re quite punctual.”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Today is a big day for the Lingyun Sect, I should be on time. Senior Sister, let me introduce you, this is my Personal Disciple, Mu Ruxue.”

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan was slightly taken aback.

“Mu Ruxue? Is she the Disciple you took in during the enrollment exam? You’ve cultivated her as a Personal Disciple?”

“No, it’s only been a little over a month, how did Mu Ruxue Breakthrough to the Spirit Realm? She truly has extraordinary talent! No wonder you, Junior Brother, took her in!”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Of course, I, Lu Dazhuang, don’t keep idlers. Xiao Xue, greet your three Junior Martial Uncle!”

Mu Ruxue nodded obediently and bowed to the three.

Liu Ruyan said with a smile, “If the other Peak Masters knew that Xiao Xue Breakthrough so quickly to the Spirit Realm, they would probably be green with regret. As expected of Junior Brother, your judgment of people is so accurate!”

Li Changbai smiled bitterly, “Senior Sister, don’t tease me. As the Spirit Formation Peak Master, I already regret it immensely. If Junior Brother hadn’t already taken Xiao Xue as his Personal Disciple, I would definitely try to poach her!”

Lu Xingchen snorted coldly and said with a smile, “You want to poach from me? Is that even possible?”

Mu Ruxue watched the four of them joke around, her heart filled with wonder.

These four were the pillars of the Lingyun Sect, especially Liu Ruyan, who was even the Sect Master.

To be able to see such a gentle side of them was truly rare!

This was all thanks to Teacher; if he hadn't picked her up, she would never have had the chance to meet so many experts!

For a moment, Mu Ruxue felt even more awe towards Lu Xingchen in her heart.

After the four chatted for a while, Liu Ruyan said with a smile, “Alright, almost everyone is here, let’s set off!”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Senior Sister, aren’t we making such a big display to raise the Lingyun Sect’s reputation after defeating the Qingnang Sect? Should we make an even bigger show? It will definitely shock all the forces watching.”

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan was slightly taken aback.

“How do you want to show off?”

Lu Xingchen clapped his hands and chuckled, “Xiao You, come out!”

As Lu Xingchen finished speaking, a huge black Dragon appeared at the Mountain Gate.

Its massive body, lustrous scales, and the purplish-red flames rising from its body all showcased its power.

Liu Ruyan, being well-informed, immediately recognized it.

“A seventh-tier, eight-star Dragon Clan Demonic Beast! And looking at the rising Demonic Power, it should belong to the royal Bloodline of the Netherworld Clan. Junior Brother, you’re too fierce, to be able to subdue such a powerful Yao Beast!”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Senior Sister’s eyesight is truly sharp, you immediately saw through Xiao You’s background!”

“We’ll ride Xiao You into the arena; it will definitely be shocking and make a huge statement!”

Liu Ruyan said with a smile, “Indeed. With this Dragon Clan friend helping out, we can definitely gain the upper hand!”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “In that case, let’s set off!”

And so, the four Personal Disciple and Mu Ruxue stepped onto Xiao You’s back, while Xiao You spread its Dragon Wings and flew towards Wangshu City.

The other Lingyun Sect Disciples followed behind Xiao You.

Standing on Xiao You’s back, Li Changbai said softly, “This Dragon Clan friend, may I ask your name?”

Xiao You said in a deep voice, “My name is You Huang, you can just call me Xiao You. Is there something you need?”

The identity information of the nine Young Clan Leader candidates was kept confidential, known only to the Dragon Clan high-ups, so Xiao You was not afraid of revealing his identity.