19: Chapter 19 The Young Master of the Star Constellation Sect, Riding the Heavenly Origin

At the peak of Tianyuan Mountain, clouds and mist swirled.

At the foot of the mountain, however, it was a scene of hustle and bustle. A group of brightly dressed Cultivators arrived in a grand procession.

Several Qi Refinement Stage Cultivators carried a sedan chair bolstered by spiritual power and shimmering with flowing light. On both sides of the sedan, dozens of Disciples held high flags fluttering in the wind. On the flags were boldly embroidered words like "Young Sect Master Xingxu" and "Boundless Magic Power."

At the very front of the procession, the sharp-featured Zhang Fan was shouting at the top of his lungs, yelling with all his might: "Young Sect Master Xingxu, his presence graces Tianyuan!" "Vast Divine Ability, boundless magic power!"

Every time he shouted, the flag-bearing Disciples behind him would echo in unison, their voices shaking the sky.

Lan Wangchuan shouted especially hard, his voice hoarse, as if he were afraid Shan Xingxu in the sedan wouldn't hear his "loyalty."

Inside the sedan, Shan Xingxu's fingertips gently stroked the warm wall of the carriage, his expression cold.

That idiot Zhang Fan... his idea for flattery is actually not bad.

But... hmph, if this Young Master were already at Foundation Establishment, why would I need such a showy display? Soaring on a sword, how elegant that would be! This spectacle, in the end, still falls short of my status.

Cultivators passing by were all drawn by this exaggerated display.

“Whoa! Which Sect is this? What a grand display!”

Someone nearby quickly covered their companion's mouth and lowered their voice, speaking with reverence and a trace of undetectable fear:

“Shh! Be quiet! Do you want to die? Those are people from the Green Leaf Sect! They have a Foundation Establishment Old Ancestor backing them. Within a five-hundred-mile radius, they are the true... overlords!”

“Thank you for the warning, brother!”

The previous person quickly thanked him, his tone becoming respectful as well.

“You don't know, in this region, there's really no power that dares to challenge the Green Leaf Sect. The one sitting in that sedan is the most powerful Disciple of the Green Leaf Sect's younger generation, and also the Young Sect Master—Shan Xingxu!”

“What are they doing here at Tianyuan Mountain?”

“Hey, you don't know yet? I heard that a Low Grade Spiritual Vein appeared at Tianyuan Mountain! Even my distant relatives have heard about it! Weren't you also here for this?”

Lan Wangchuan, being sharp-eyed, suddenly pointed ahead and shouted excitedly toward the sedan: “Young Sect Master! It's her! She is Qin Zhaoxue!”

Ling Hao had originally planned to go to Jiuling City again today to try his luck and see if he could "pick up" some Disciples.

Unexpectedly, just as he reached the foot of the mountain with his two Disciples, Chi Wanhe and Qin Zhaoxue, the three of them were blocked head-on by this group.

Shan Xingxu leaned lazily against the sedan window, his gaze scanning the three people before him with scrutiny, a flash of amazement in his eyes.

The man in the lead had a tall and straight posture, an exceptionally handsome face, and an outstanding temperament. The two women following closely behind were also of peerless beauty.

The woman in the pink dress was charming and spirited, lively and lovable. The woman in the green dress had a gentle and quiet temperament, with an elegant air of scholarship in her eyes.

A strong wave of jealousy inexplicably surged in Shan Xingxu's heart. Why should this tiny Moonshadow Sect have such Disciples?

Especially that Qin Zhaoxue, who was his main target for this trip. Thinking of that terrifying existence, Shan Xingxu shuddered, immediately suppressing the stray thoughts in his heart. His face returned to coldness as he waved his hand casually:

“What are you waiting for? Capture her quickly! Destroy this meddling Moonshadow Sect; we still need to find the Low Grade Spiritual Vein.”

“Yes! Young Sect Master!”

Lan Wangchuan accepted the order excitedly, his gaze toward Qin Zhaoxue full of determination. The Young Sect Master had said that if he succeeded, he would reward him with a bottle of Qi Gathering Pills.

This time, he had to perform well no matter what! Taking a step forward, Lan Wangchuan pointed at Qin Zhaoxue and shouted sternly:

“You are Qin Zhaoxue, right? I advise you to be obedient. This is Tianyuan Mountain, the territory of the Green Leaf Sect!”

“Hiss... It's Lan Wangchuan! That notorious Inner Sect Disciple of the Green Leaf Sect, a Revered Master at the seventh level of Qi Refining!”

Someone in the crowd immediately gasped, recognizing him.

“That's right! Two days ago in Jiuling City, an Elder from a small Sect accidentally offended him and was burned to nothing but ashes by an 'Explosive Fire Spell'!”

The person next to him added with lingering fear.

“The one in white... seems to be the Sect Master of the Moonshadow Sect, right? I remember he only seems to be at the fourth level of Qi Refining?”

“Tsk tsk tsk, this is big trouble now... facing Lan Wangchuan, I'm afraid things look grim...”

The crowd discussed animatedly, their gazes toward Ling Hao and the others filled with sympathy and the sense of watching a spectacle.

Seeing the large group from the Green Leaf Sect blocking the way, and the aggressively approaching Lan Wangchuan at the seventh level of Qi Refining, both Chi Wanhe and Qin Zhaoxue couldn't help but frown, looking worriedly at their Revered Master, Ling Hao.

“Revered Master...”

The two women called out softly. Outsiders said their Revered Master was at the fourth level of Qi Refining, but after these days of being together and witnessing the various wonders of the Sect, they knew their Revered Master was definitely not as simple as just being at the fourth level of Qi Refining.

However, with a powerful enemy before them, the two were still somewhat apprehensive.

Ling Hao's lips curved slightly as he took a step forward.

“No matter! Just stand behind me; I will handle it.”

The people around were discussing, not favoring Ling Hao and his group at all.

“Tsk tsk, this Moonshadow Sect really has no sense. With a seventh-level Qi Refining Cultivator in front of them, they still haven't hurried to beg for mercy.”

“From where I stand, the Moonshadow Sect is finished today!”

Seeing Ling Hao come forward directly without any intention of handing over the person, Lan Wangchuan immediately understood their meaning.

He wore a cruel smile. “Is this your choice? You really don't know how to read the situation.”

Before his voice had even faded, his hands formed a seal, and a ball of blazing fire whistled as it smashed toward Ling Hao, the heat wave oppressive!

“Stubborn and foolish, then go to your death.”

“Look, the small Sect Elder who provoked him died under this very Spell.”

“As expected of an Inner Sect Disciple of a Second-grade Sect, this Explosive Fire Spell is already masterfully refined.”

Facing this fireball, Ling Hao's expression was calm as he raised his hand and swatted it away casually!

Majestic spiritual power surged out instantly, dispersing the aggressive fireball into sparks from a distance! The remaining force didn't stop, acting like an invisible giant palm, slamming hard against Lan Wangchuan's face!

“Bang!”

Lan Wangchuan was sent flying back like a broken sack, crashing heavily onto the ground over ten meters away. His face was swollen like a pig's head, blood sprayed from his nose and mouth, and he fainted instantly, his life or death unknown!

The entire scene was dead silent! “Hiss—!”

After a brief silence, there were consecutive gasps of cold air.

“I... am I seeing things? Lan Wangchuan, at the seventh level of Qi Refining... was slapped away?”

“Good heavens, I'm at the first level of Qi Refining, and Inner Disciple Lan beats me like a son. This Sect Master Yueying actually beats him like a son as well. If that Sect Master Yueying beats me, wouldn't I...”

“Someone slap me awake!”

“Slap!”

A loud slap echoed in the crowd.

“Ouch! Why did you hit me?”

“Didn't you say you didn't believe it? Just helping you clear your head!”

Now, the Loose Cultivators' gazes toward Ling Hao changed completely. The previous contempt and disdain vanished, replaced by deep shock and disbelief!

“The Sect Master of Moon Shadow Sect... what exactly is his cultivation level?”

Chi Wanhe and Qin Zhaoxue looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief, smiles of “as expected” appearing on their faces. Revered Master really was hiding his strength!

Zhang Fan stole a glance at Shan Xingxu in the sedan. Seeing his face as usual, without any reaction, he suddenly felt confident!

Ha! It seems the Young Sect Master doesn't care about this Sect Master of Moon Shadow Sect's little bit of skill at all!

Then, it's my turn to take the stage!

Zhang Fan immediately jumped out, pointing at Ling Hao and shouting at the top of his lungs:

“Hey! You blind dog! Senior Brother Lan under the Young Sect Master's seat kindly took action, and you dare to have the audacity to fight back? You're really courting death!”

“Come on! Brothers! Cheer for the Young Sect Master!”

“Young Sect Master Xingxu, vast Divine Ability!” “Young Sect Master Xingxu, vast Divine Ability!” “Young Sect Master Xingxu, boundless magic power!” “Young Sect Master Xingxu, boundless magic power!” “Invincible in battle, overcoming every obstacle!” “Invincible in battle, overcoming every obstacle!”

Hearing these deafening, orderly slogans, Shan Xingxu's mouth in the sedan twitched several times. At this moment, he wished he could strangle Zhang Fan! He was roaring inside.

Dammit! I just wanted to maintain my cool and aloof image! Now who told you, you idiot, to flatter me so loudly?!

Those Loose Cultivators in the Qi Induction Stage or at low-level Qi Refining couldn't understand the trick behind Ling Hao's palm, but he, Shan Xingxu, was at the tenth level of Qi Refining, the Great Perfection! He saw it clearly!

That casual palm contained spiritual power so pure and majestic that it couldn't be executed without the strength of the Foundation Establishment Stage!

Shan Xingxu looked around. Countless gazes were focused on him, leaving him in a difficult position!

His hand instinctively reached for his Storage Ring. Feeling the presence of the items inside, he forced a trace of composure onto his face.

Slowly, Shan Xingxu stood up from the sedan.