398: Chapter 396: A Contest? Let's All Attack at Once!

In the Cangxuan Holy Land, Cui Xuaner had an extremely wide social circle; she knew people in the Inner Sect, Outer Sect, and even among the Core Disciples.

After all, she was the daughter of the previous Holy Lord, and even if her Aptitude wasn't top-tier, no one dared to underestimate her.

Crucially, some Core Disciples, upon hearing that the Intercepting Heaven Sect Holy Maiden Jun Mengqing was present, could not suppress the restlessness in their hearts.

They tried every means possible, hoping Cui Xuaner would act as a matchmaker so they could meet Jun Mengqing.

Cui Xuaner knew Jun Mengqing's cold personality and naturally couldn't agree. However, she didn't expect the Legacy Disciples of Cangxuan's Nine Core Peaks to take the lead, with the Inner Sect responding, planning a Martial Arts Exchange.

At least that's what the invitation they sent to Gu Shengge said: that it was an Inner Sect Grand Competition, and also a Dao Discussion, where they wanted to engage in a Martial Arts Exchange with Gu Shengge and share their Cultivation insights.

Gu Shengge and Jun Mengqing were both staying at Cui Xuaner's Cangxuan Lingfu, which bordered the Cangxuan Holy Land Forbidden Ground and was the core area of the Cangxuan Holy Land.

When Cui Xuaner saw the invitation sent by the Sect Cultivators, her expression darkened completely.

"Damn it, what is the meaning of this?"

"These bastards, claiming it's a Martial Arts Exchange! I don't even want to expose them!"

"Young Master Gu, Mengqing, you don't need to pay them any attention."

"If they dare to act presumptuously, just watch me deal with them!"

Cui Xuaner was very angry; she felt the Nine Core Peaks Disciples had made her lose Face.

Jun Mengqing sat cross-legged to the side, flipping through the Cangxuan Holy Land's Cultivation Handbook, and scoffed, "Indeed. We've already made it so clear to them, yet they still insist on pestering us. They truly deserve a beating."

A fierce glint flashed in Cui Xuaner's eyes: "Mengqing, don't worry, leave this matter to me. Just relax!"

A fierce light flickered in her eyes, indicating she probably already had an idea of how to deal with those guys.

"Wait a moment."

Gu Shengge, who was beside them, interrupted her.

Cui Xuaner asked suspiciously, "Young Master Gu, what is it?"

"Since they are so insistent, wouldn't it be impolite for us to keep making excuses? Why don't we meet them?"

Since Gu Shengge had said so, Cui Xuaner had no reason to refuse.

"Alright then. Those guys have been acting extremely arrogant lately. It's perfect for you to go teach them a lesson!"

Cui Xuaner was very clear about Gu Shengge's Cultivation; he didn't even care about the Hedao Realm when he was in the Void Refining Realm. Now that he had entered the Hedao Realm, it went without saying. It was no exaggeration to say he could treat those two Hedao Realm Nine Core Peaks members like dogs.

The banquet was held on the third day. Although it was intentionally set up to meet Jun Mengqing, the scale was quite large.

During the day, Gu Shengge also went to the Cangxuan Holy Land Martial Arts Arena to watch the Cangxuan Inner Sect Disciples' Grand Competition. The weakest were Nascent Soul, and the strongest were Soul Transformation. Their strength was considerable and their talent was excellent, completely incomparable to what could be found in the current Qiongsang Domain. This left Gu Shengge deeply impressed.

In the short term, the Qiankun Taoist Sect still couldn't compete with these Established Powers in terms of Foundation. The Qiankun Taoist Sect was still too weak.

The Cangxuan Nine Core Peaks even sent Hedao Realm Elders to preside over the event. This made Gu Shengge envious—holding an Inner Sect Grand Competition and having Hedao Realm Elders present was luxurious!

The Nine Core Peaks members had already moved beyond the scope of the Inner Sect. They were the organizers and the Judges of this Inner Sect Grand Competition. Seven Void Refining Realm Great Perfection Cultivators and two Hedao Realm Cultivators, dressed in solemn, dark red Deacon Robes, maintained stability in the Competition Venue.

During this time, their eyes fell upon Gu Shengge and Jun Mengqing several times, scrutinizing and probing them.

Gu Shengge paid them no mind, while Jun Mengqing intentionally leaned closer to Gu Shengge, nearly touching him.

Since Gu Shengge intended to interact with those Cultivators, Jun Mengqing planned to use his presence to ward off those Persistent Admirers.

Their relationship had reached this point, so there was no question of exploitation; Gu Shengge did not refuse.

As night fell, the main event began. After a day of competition, the evening was reserved for Disciples to exchange ideas and discuss the Dao.

Outside the central Battle Arena Platform, Disciples moved among the Pavilions and Waterside Structures, some sightseeing, others discussing the Dao, creating a relaxed atmosphere.

Directly opposite the platform, on a six-story Tower, nine Nine Core Peaks Disciples dressed in Deacon Robes sat upright, their expressions somewhat grim.

The banquet had started a long time ago, but Gu Shengge and Jun Mengqing had yet to arrive, which made them feel extremely humiliated!

Led by Cui Xuaner, Gu Shengge and Jun Mengqing arrived, soaring through the air.

Seeing their gloomy Faces, Cui Xuaner instantly grew angry: "You lot, who are you putting on a sour Face for!"

The person leading them was in the Hedao Realm, with handsome features, but a striking scar ran across his left cheek, resembling a centipede.

Normally, a Cultivator at this Realm would be fully capable of healing all scars except for Dao injuries, but he had not healed it.

He narrowed his eyes slightly and said coldly, "Senior Sister Cui, three hours have passed since the competition ended. We have waited so long. Do you all have no concept of time?"

Cui Xuaner slammed her palm onto the table: "Stop being so Yin and Yang! You sent the invitation, so they can arrive whenever they want! Can't you communicate amongst yourselves? Can't just you lecture the Inner Sect Junior Brothers and Junior Sisters on the Dao? Don't I know your real purpose? Stop being so high-sounding and disgraceful!"

The group was thoroughly scolded by Cui Xuaner, and their Faces flushed red, yet they couldn't find any reason to refute her.

Gu Shengge and Jun Mengqing exchanged smiles. This girl Cui Xuaner was truly reliable. On her turf, she always took the lead and constantly protected them, which was genuinely comforting.

Gu Shengge stepped forward, found an empty seat, and scanned his gaze over the nine people one by one.

"Everyone, do you want to Spar or discuss the Dao?"

These words startled both Cui Xuaner and Jun Mengqing. Was he challenging them to a fight immediately?

The Nine Core Peaks Disciples' eyes also froze, and cold light flickered in their pupils. They certainly intended to fight Gu Shengge, but for Gu Shengge to ask right away—wasn't that a bit too arrogant?

They were stunned for a moment before reacting, becoming uncontrollably furious.

"Fellow Daoist Gu, even if your talent is exceptional, isn't acting like this a bit too arrogant?" the Scarred Youth said coldly.

Gu Shengge sneered, "I don't think so. You dared to frown and bare your teeth at me. Is my response considered arrogant?"

The Nine Core Peaks Disciples were completely enraged. The two Cultivators next to Gu Shengge suddenly stood up, glaring at him angrily.

"Fellow Daoist Gu, since you are so arrogant, do you dare to fight us at the Same Realm?"

They were both in the Void Refining Realm, having not yet entered Dao Harmonization.

Gu Shengge smiled, glanced at them, and then looked at the others: "No need to make it so complicated. Why don't you all come at me together? I will fight you all using the Void Refining Realm."

Everyone's expressions instantly became incredibly complex—containing humiliation and anger. Gu Shengge was clearly not treating them as opponents of the same level!

Especially the two Hedao Realm Cultivators, whose gazes were so heavy they seemed about to drip water. (End of Chapter)