317: Playing the pig and eating the tiger

Peng Ling looked at Lu Xingchen with a hint of awe.

This young peak master of Lingyun Sect actually managed to defeat the Saintess of Medicine King Valley.

Peng Ling said in a deep voice, "Xiao Yu, Lu Da Zhuang severely injured you. Do you need me to punish him?"

Hearing this, Liu Ruyan frowned and stood in front of Lu Xingchen.

She was an old hand and knew that Peng Ling not only wanted to punish Lu Da Zhuang but also to cripple him, reducing one strong rival for Peng Yu.

Liu Ruyan said in a deep voice, "Lu Da Zhuang is not only a peak master of Lingyun Sect, but also my Junior Brother. If Elder Peng Ling intends to harm my Junior Brother, our two Sects can only go to war!"

Hearing this, Lu Xingchen's heart warmed again.

First Senior Sister truly treated him as one of her own, not even fearing war with Medicine King Valley to protect him.

But Lu Xingchen was no pushover either. If Peng Ling truly insisted on being unreasonable today, he could only crush the worship token given by Shi Lei, Vice Hall Master of the Human Emperor Hall.

No matter how powerful Medicine King Valley was, could it compare to the Human Emperor Hall?

Peng Ling snorted coldly, "Why should my Medicine King Valley be so timid in its actions? Destroying Lingyun Sect is but a thought!"

Both sides were at loggerheads.

Peng Yu spoke up, "Uncle Peng Ling, there's no need for this. I lost to Lu Da Zhuang because I was inferior, but I won't make the same mistake twice."

"Let Lu Da Zhuang live well, and become a goal to spur my Cultivation. Next time we meet, I will definitely defeat him and avenge this humiliation!"

Hearing this, Peng Ling also breathed a sigh of relief.

If they really went to war with Lingyun Sect, Medicine King Valley's losses would not be small.

More importantly, he understood Jiang Taishen.

This person was no ordinary individual, having Cultivated to Eight-Star Martial Venerable and Early Heaven Realm at just over 40 years old.

If he became a Saint one day and returned to seek revenge on Medicine King Valley, that would be real trouble!

Peng Ling said with a smile, "As expected of our Medicine King Valley's Saintess, Xiao Yu, you do have some courage. In that case, let Lu Da Zhuang live for now!"

Liu Ruyan also breathed a sigh of relief.

If it really came to a fight, Lingyun Sect would certainly not be able to defeat Medicine King Valley.

Peng Ling looked at Lu Xingchen and said in a deep voice, "Lu Da Zhuang, you're quite capable. But my Medicine King Valley's Saintess is destined to reach the pinnacle of Tianyuan Continent. The next time we meet, you will feel your own insignificance!"

Peng Ling spoke so impolitely, and repeatedly threatened to destroy Lingyun Sect, which also ignited some anger in Lu Xingchen's heart.

"Those I defeat are never considered my opponents. I'll give you time to catch up, until you're out of reach."

"Peng Ling, the next time we meet, I will make you pay for today's arrogance!"

When Lu Xingchen said these words, everyone present was extremely shocked.

No one expected him to not only be unafraid of Peng Yu, but even to declare a challenge to Peng Ling.

Peng Ling was an Elder of Medicine King Valley, a Seven-Star Martial Venerable!

Liu Ruyan clapped excitedly and said with a smile, "Junior Brother is truly exceptionally domineering, possessing the Potential of a Saint!"

Peng Ling's expression darkened, and he was about to retort, but Peng Yu tugged at his sleeve and whispered, "Uncle Peng Ling, don't get entangled with them. My injuries are severe, and I must return to the Sect to recuperate immediately."

Hearing this, Peng Ling stopped speaking and said softly, "Alright, let's go!"

With that, the two flew towards the horizon.

Watching Peng Yu's receding figure, Lu Xingchen was thoughtful.

It seemed that the girl's previous arrogance was all an act, merely to force him to make a move.

In fact, she was quite reasonable, speaking well of him multiple times in front of Peng Ling to protect him.

If it weren't for her, he would have had to expose his identity as the "God of War."

That would have led to a lot more trouble.

He didn't take Peng Ling's threat seriously.

Just a Seven-Star Martial Venerable, he would soon surpass him.

What made him more wary was Peng Yu's strength.

This young girl was even younger than him, yet so formidable, truly terrifying.

Perhaps in the near future, she really could become a Saint.

He had spoken boldly, but whether he could defeat her again the next time they met was truly hard to say.

After Peng Ling took Peng Yu away, Li Changbai and Xu Qing, who were following Liu Ruyan, dared to speak.

Li Changbai patted Lu Xingchen's shoulder and chuckled, "Junior Brother, you're too fierce! You actually defeated Peng Yu! She's one of the eight prodigies of the central province. By that logic, aren't you the number one among the younger generation in the central province?"

Lu Xingchen smiled wryly, "Second Senior Brother, what foolishness are you saying? There are strengths and weaknesses even among the eight prodigies, and their talents and Physiques vary. Even if I defeated Peng Yu, it doesn't mean I can defeat others."

"Moreover, I'm not even sure if I can defeat Peng Yu again. I won this time purely by sneak attack. She already understands my tactics, so trying to ambush her again next time is basically impossible."

Li Changbai chuckled, "So that's how it is! Then you're a lucky kid. But no matter what, a win is a win. Your feat today can be boasted about throughout the central province for a lifetime."

Lu Xingchen chuckled, "I ask that the three Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters keep the matter of my defeat of Peng Yu today a secret and not spread it. I believe Peng Yu wouldn't actively talk about such an embarrassing matter either."

Hearing this, Li Changbai was slightly stunned and said softly, "Junior Brother, you're too cautious. If it were an ordinary person, anyone who could exchange a few moves with Peng Yu would be unable to resist showing off everywhere. You achieved such a great accomplishment, yet you can still hold back from speaking."

"Are you doing this to hide your strength, to ambush future opponents?"

Lu Xingchen chuckled, "Second Senior Brother reacts quite quickly. I am indeed thinking that way. Temporary honor cannot compare to the initiative in battle with an enemy."

Li Changbai patted Lu Xingchen's shoulder and laughed, "Junior Brother, your maturity of mind is truly admirable!"

Lu Xingchen chuckled, "What's the big deal? It should be so when traveling the Tianyuan Continent."

Xu Qing's gaze towards Lu Xingchen was also filled with admiration.

"Junior Brother, when you first came to Lingyun Sect, you could barely block my attacks. Only a few months have passed, and you can already defeat Peng Yu."

"If I were to face Peng Yu, although I wouldn't lose immediately, I definitely wouldn't be able to defeat her. Your progress speed is truly astonishing."

"Perhaps before long, you will be able to enter the Saint Realm and become the pillar of our Lingyun Sect!"

Lu Xingchen chuckled, "Third Senior Sister, you exaggerate. It was just luck."

Liu Ruyan clapped her hands and said softly, "Alright, since Junior Brother is fine now, let's continue with the meeting! Junior Brother, you should also participate."

"Your strength in Lingyun Sect is already first-rate, and you are qualified to participate in more Sect affairs."