41: Heaven-annihilating Seal

Lu Xingchen coldly snorted, “My actions, Lu Xingchen, do not require explanation to others. Today, seven of our Lingxiao Sect Disciples will each receive a stone stele.”

“You either maintain your state and prepare to snatch the remaining three stone steles, or you get crippled by me and completely miss out on the enlightenment stone tablets. Make your own decision!”

Upon hearing this, the One-Star Grand Martial Master of Haotian Sect was shaken and retreated a few steps.

Then he mustered his courage and walked forward, saying loudly, “Lu Xingchen, don't be so arrogant! If we all rush you, you can't possibly defeat all of us!”

Lu Xingchen was not flustered in the slightest, smiling faintly, “So what? Do you want to be the first one to step up?”

Hearing this, the One-Star Grand Martial Master of Haotian Sect was stunned for a moment, then reluctantly retreated.

The five great Sects were all competitors; who would be willing to make the first move and attract Lu Xingchen's hatred?

The other Disciples also silently dispersed, gathering around the last three stone steles.

Although they had already cursed Lu Xingchen's ancestry in their hearts, not a single person dared to step forward and provoke him.

Half an hour later, the stone steles were distributed.

Each of the seven Lingxiao Sect Disciples received a stone stele, while the remaining three were obtained by the Saints of the other three great Sects, excluding the Five Elements Sect.

As the ten people all took their seats, the stone steles began to glow.

The ten people no longer hesitated, placing their palms on the stone steles. The surrounding scenery immediately changed dramatically, like a overturned palette.

When the surroundings stabilized, he found himself in a room.

There were two doors in the room, and two dull men stood in front of each door.

Seeing this scene, Lu Xingchen had already guessed what the Secret Realm master's test was.

Sure enough, an old and deep voice sounded.

“There are two doors here, one is the true door, and one is the false door. One doorkeeper stands in front of each door; one speaks the truth, and one speaks lies. You can ask one of the doorkeepers one question to identify the true door.”

“If you find the correct door, you will receive my Legacy. Otherwise, get out of here!”

Lu Xingchen smiled slightly.

He had heard of this puzzle on Blue Star; it seemed unsolvable, only relying on luck, but it was actually a test of creativity.

Lu Xingchen did not hesitate, walking towards a doorkeeper and quietly asking, “If I ask the other doorkeeper which door is the true door, how would he answer?”

The doorkeeper answered without hesitation, “He would say the left door is true.”

Lu Xingchen walked towards the right door without hesitation.

“Oh?”

A whisper came from the room.

Stepping inside the door, the surrounding scenery changed again, and Lu Xingchen had returned to the stone stele.

A Xuan Rank Martial Skill named “Heaven Obliterating Seal” appeared in Lu Xingchen's mind.

Lu Xingchen was overjoyed.

A earth rank low grade Martial Skill was an absolute treasure, even within the Lingxiao Sect.

With the “Heaven Obliterating Seal,” his combat power would greatly increase.

To say nothing else, if the three Saints of the Five Elements Sect were to return, he wouldn't even need to use “Jade Shatter” to make them stay here forever.

Lu Xingchen was the first to pass the test; the other nine had not yet returned.

Lu Xingchen also did not waste time, sitting on a meditation cushion and studying the Spirit Formation diagram.

Half an hour later, flashes of white light appeared, and the others gradually returned to the stone stele, their expressions a mix of joy and worry.

Lu Xingchen guessed that the tests they encountered must have been different from his own; otherwise, just choosing a door wouldn't have taken so long.

The seven gathered together.

Lu Xingchen smiled and said, “Did you gain anything?”

The other five all had gains, only Ning Feng had a bitter expression.

“Boss, I didn't pass the test.”

Lu Xingchen took out a scroll of Martial Skill from his Storage Ring and threw it to Ning Feng.

“Take this xuan rank intermediate ‘Crimson Flame Slash’ for your use. Like your main weapon, it's a blade-type Martial Skill. Consider it compensation.”

Ning Feng took the “Crimson Flame Slash” and was overjoyed, repeatedly thanking him, “Thank you, Boss, thank you, Boss! Following Boss really brings good things!”

The other five all looked sideways.

Giving away Xuan Rank Martial Skills so casually, Lu Xingchen's actions were too extravagant!

“Alright, since everyone has gained something, let's continue forward!”

“Yes, sir!” the six replied in unison.

After these days of interaction, they had become completely convinced by Lu Xingchen.

Especially Lu Xingchen's efforts to secure the enlightenment stone tablets for them, which made them feel even more grateful.

Just as the seven walked to the edge of the Plaza, an angry shout echoed from afar, “Lu Xingchen, get out here!”

Lu Xingchen frowned.

This voice seemed to be Qin Hao's.

He had almost been killed by him just now, and now he dared to return?

The Disciples of the other three great Sects, who had been about to disperse, also heard these words and stopped in their tracks, standing in the distance to watch the commotion.

“What's going on? Qin Hao came back?”

“He was almost killed by Lu Xingchen just now, and now he actually dares to come back?”

“He must have called for help.”

“But I haven't heard of any other experts in the Five Elements Sect. They only have three Saints.”

“The Five Elements Sect and Lingxiao Sect are old rivals. First Fu Xin started a big war, then they ambushed Lin Xu, and then Lin Jing assassinated Five Elements Sect Disciples. This time, I'm afraid there will be bloodshed again!”

“The harder they fight, the better for us; then we'll have a chance to pick up scraps.”

Lu Xingchen gently extended his hand, and the other six immediately stopped, drawing their weapons, and looking solemnly ahead.

After one breath, Qin Hao walked over with four Five Elements Sect Disciples.

Besides Jiang Qing and Sun Wen, there were two other Ten-Star Martial Masters.

Lu Xingchen was even more puzzled.

With just these two extra Ten-Star Martial Masters, Qin Hao dared to return and provoke him.

Lu Xingchen said indifferently, “Qin Hao, are you here to die?”

Qin Hao proudly raised his head, “Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river, do not bully a young man for being poor! Lu Xingchen, now that our five Senior Brothers are gathered, prepare to die!”

Lu Xingchen said indifferently, “Can you tell me your confidence? I'm actually a little curious.”

Qin Hao: “It's time to show off our Five Elements Sect's unique secret technique, the Five Elements Array!”

Lu Xingchen held his shadow sword and smiled, “Alright, let me witness your Five Elements Array!”

Qin Hao and the other four simultaneously erupted with fighting Qi, forming a five-pointed star shape, with five white lights connecting their bodies.

The Aura of the five instantly increased dramatically, comparable to a Five-Star Great Martial Master.

Lu Xingchen frowned.

A secret technique that can raise one's Realm?

If it was a full group increase, that would be truly terrifying!

Lu Xingchen immediately rushed forward, activated the “Heaven Swallowing Art,” used the “Stone Shattering Palm,” and struck Qin Hao with a palm.

Qin Hao shouted, “Good! Lu Xingchen, today's humiliation can only be repaid with the lives of your Lingxiao Sect Disciples!”