34: Chapter 34 Two days later, the Snow Moon City "Grand Competition" officially began!

Sikong Qianluo had practiced martial arts since childhood, and with Sikong Changfeng nourishing her with various Spirit Medicines, her physique developed early, but after all, she was still young.

That height... up to her waist, wouldn't that be only a little over a foot tall?

Even Su Rui couldn't help but show a trace of confusion.

'No, no, it's up to my father's waist!'

Sikong Qianluo, realizing her mistake, quickly pointed at Su Rui's waist and said:

'My father and teacher are about the same height, roughly this level!'

So that's how it was!

Mu Liangyue and the other two women suddenly understood, nodding repeatedly.

That's actually quite interesting!

Great Qin?

Information about Great Qin surfaced in Su Rui's mind.

That Qin Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, had swept across the six states, establishing the powerful Qin several years ago.

Although the world had just been pacified, with his great talent and bold vision, the nation's strength was in no way inferior to other major powers.

Though remnants of the six states were still active, to Great Qin they were merely minor nuisances.

Now, Great Qin had also sent someone. Su Rui was quite curious to see who had come.

As long as he saw the person, he could deduce the current situation in Great Qin.

At that moment, a figure flipped over the courtyard wall and landed inside.

Su Rui sighed.

'Can't you use the front door?'

The newcomer was none other than Yin Luoxia.

'Teacher, for this grand event, can I participate too?'

Sikong Qianluo: ...

Mu Liangyue and the other two women: ...

Speaking of which, although Yin Luoxia's age wasn't much different from Mu Liangyue and the others,

her talent was exceptional, and her current cultivation far surpassed theirs.

In terms of seniority, she could barely be considered part of the same generation.

But in terms of Realm, she was completely a Senior.

Su Rui's expression turned slightly complex.

'Do Baili Dongjun and Sikong Changfeng also agree to your participation?'

'Never mind those two. As long as you need me, Teacher, I can make them agree myself!'

'Junior Sister, saying that is practically relying on your strength to bully others! You, a major figure, are entering the fray yourself!'

Sikong Qianluo called her 'Junior Sister' quite smoothly.

Yin Luoxia's face darkened, then she turned to look at her.

'You're talking about me? Your father is still Sikong Changfeng!'

'I'm only at the Vajra Mortal Realm!'

Sikong Qianluo planted her hands on her hips, lifted her small face defiantly, full of stubbornness.

A look that said 'Even if my Realm is low, I'm still in the right.'

'What's wrong with the Vajra Mortal Realm? The Vajra Mortal Realm can also...'

Yin Luoxia retorted instinctively, then paused mid-sentence, suddenly startled.

'Wait, you all... have Broken Through to the Vajra Mortal Realm?'

Only now did she truly notice the strength of the several women before her.

They had all actually stepped into the Vajra Mortal Realm!

In the Jianghu, each major Realm was a difficult hurdle.

Even with exceptional talent, it required the right timing, favorable conditions, and harmony—none could be missing.

How could they Break Through so easily here?

Needless to say, it must be Teacher's doing.

Thinking this, Yin Luoxia's beautiful eyes shifted, landing on Su Rui.

'Teacher, this Disciple has been stuck at the Peak of the Zizai Realm for a while now. Do you think maybe...'

...

Su Rui was momentarily speechless.

He hadn't realized earlier that this Yin Luoxia was also someone who knew how to seize an opportunity.

...

But since a Disciple had spoken, he couldn't very well not respond.

'Your teacher is currently only at the Zizai Earth Realm. Let's wait until I step into the Heaven Realm.'

Yin Luoxia was taken aback.

Couldn't Teacher come up with a different excuse?

Before he said he was ninth-grade, now he says Earth Realm.

How does his Realm keep changing?

She sensed Su Rui's aura; it was indeed the Earth Realm.

But she didn't believe it.

Teacher's Realm had never been reliable.

But things had been said to this extent.

She couldn't very well act coquettishly like Sikong Qianluo, could she?

Yin Luoxia muttered to herself, then glanced sideways at Sikong Qianluo.

The look made Sikong Qianluo's back itch, thinking something was wrong with her, and she looked down, checking left and right.

Su Rui naturally saw through Yin Luoxia's thoughts, feeling helpless inside.

Telling the truth, and still no one believes it!

'Just wait a bit longer. It won't make a difference for this short while.'

Su Rui spoke up.

Now that's what a Teacher should say!

Yin Luoxia finally felt somewhat relieved inside.

'Then forget it this time. If you participated, it really would be somewhat like bullying the weak.'

'But Senior Sister Hanyi is no weaker than me now!'

Yin Luoxia argued unwillingly.

'This is her long-cherished wish. She came to this Snow Moon City precisely to make a name for herself here, to carve out a reputation, to make the Lei Family regret it!'

'Lei Family?'

Yin Luoxia was slightly startled.

'Senior Sister Hanyi is from the Lei Family?'

'You could say so. There's some complexity to it. If Hanyi is willing to talk about it, you can ask her yourself later.'

Su Rui waved his hand, saying no more, and turned to walk into the front hall.

He left the several women standing there, discussing in low voices the information Teacher had just revealed.

Su Rui arrived at the martial school's front hall, looking at the objects placed on the table and a name card.

He approached and opened it; written on it were the various rewards for this Grand Competition.

Aside from a jar of fine wine named 'Snow Moon' which held some interest, he didn't care much for the other things.

'The rare wine 'Snow Moon'?'

He knew that if he asked, Baili Dongjun would send some over.

However, if a Disciple won it, wouldn't the wine taste even better?

It was the last few lines on the name card that slightly surprised him.

[Outstanding performers in this Grand Competition, if they wish to take a master, will have the opportunity to be personally accepted as a Disciple by the City Lord! Additionally, the City Lord will take out a top-tier Cultivation Technique and Medicinal Pills to enhance cultivation as rewards.]

Su Rui chuckled lightly and casually tossed the name card onto the table.

Li Changsheng?

He recalled that figure who had sneaked over to peek before, only to be scared off in panic by his Sword Intent.

To have lived until now, and even created a Cultivation Technique like the 'Great Chun Skill', it seemed this person's talent was also not ordinary.

...

At the same time, in a secluded location within Snow Moon City.

Over a dozen people sat together, their expressions grim, even carrying a trace of fear.

Everyone's gaze fell on a tall, thin middle-aged man in the corner.

That man's face was gloomy, his aura oppressive all around, clearly suppressing anger with great effort.

They had painstakingly planned for a long time, only to have it completely ruined in a single day.

All because they had set their sights on a sword art.

'Envoy, where is that lord from the Sacred Sect now?'

At present, these people were like startled birds, urgently needing a figure who could hold their ground.

As they spoke, a white shadow suddenly flashed into the room.

The gloomy-faced middle-aged man, seeing the newcomer, immediately stood up and bowed.

'I pay my respects to the Protector Lord!'

The others, seeing this, were inwardly shaken, guessing this person must be the Sword Immortal sent by the Sacred Sect.

They all stood up and bowed.

'Enough, all rise.'

The newcomer wore white clothes, silver hair cascading down, holding a jade sword that was pure white throughout.

His face was pale to an almost eerie degree.

But set against this attire, it instead appeared mysterious and profound.

Carrying an unusual aura.

Everyone dared only a quick glance before lowering their eyes, not daring to look directly.

'My Lord, yesterday that Li Hanyi...'

'Enough, I am already aware. Yesterday I was delayed by some trivial matters.'

White-Haired Immortal Mo Qixuan said, his tone icy.

'Yes!' Hearing him say this, the man didn't dare to say more.

'If you hadn't acted on your own, how could you have brought about such a situation!'

Mo Qixuan's eyes turned cold, his gaze sharp as a blade.

'My Lord, this matter is also related to the 'Grand Competition'. That Li Hanyi previously challenged all comers in front of the martial school, even defeating Yin Luoxia. We were worried she would interfere with the 'Grand Competition'.'

'Don't make excuses. Wrong is wrong.

Even without Li Hanyi, would you have had the qualifications to stand out?'

Mo Qixuan said coldly, then turned and took a seat.

'Now, talents have gathered in the city. Not just from Northern Li, but several other states have also sent many experts. There is still a chance.'

'What about the martial school? My Lord, when that Ten Thousand Swords Art was executed, countless Sword Qi crisscrossed—it was absolutely a top-tier sword technique!'

'You need not concern yourselves with these matters anymore.'

As soon as Mo Qixuan heard this, the Meridians within his body immediately throbbed with intense pain, and he responded coldly.

Everyone, hearing this, was overjoyed, thinking this Protector was going to take action personally.

AfterAfter explaining some details, Mo Qixuan soared into the air and left.

But he hadn't flown far before entering a hidden spot, one hand supporting the wall as he spat out a mouthful of blood!

The injury from Su Rui's Sword Qi that day was extremely severe; he had merely been suppressing it forcefully earlier.

If not for the greater plan of the Sacred Sect, he would still be recuperating now.

After spitting out the stagnant blood, Mo Qixuan only felt the discomfort within his body slightly relieved. Staggering, he slowly left.

...

Two days later, the Snow Moon City 'Grand Competition' officially commenced!

Inside the martial school.

Su Rui looked at the five Disciples neatly lined up before him, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.

Compared to a few days ago, their changes were quite evident.

Especially Li Hanyi; these past few days of recuperation had allowed her Zizai Earth Realm to become completely stable.

Even the Sword Intent on her person could now be freely released or withdrawn.

No longer did it carry the overwhelming, sharpoppressive feeling from when she first broke through.

But her strength was greater than before.

Sikong Qianluo's expression was focused, trying hard to conceal the excitement in her heart.

But her pair of bright eyes betrayed her full-blown exhilaration.

She wore a set of yellow martial attire, holding a long spear with a silver-white shaft in her hand.

It should be Sikong Changfeng's silver moon spear.

It seemed Sikong Changfeng placed great importance on his daughter's participation this time.

As for Mu Liangyue and the other two beside her, their expressions appeared much calmer.

Perhaps it was related to the assassination training they had received since childhood.

But at this moment, all three women couldn't help but recall what happened after they returned to their lodgings last night.

Their leader for this trip was Su Muyu of the Su Family.

His strength was unfathomable, having already stepped into the Carefree Heaven Realm.

He carried a paper umbrella, wore a ghost mask, and was a prolific killer.

He was the strongest combatant of the Dark River's Su Family.

Only this time, when he brought them to Snow Moon City, he hadn'tExplanation any specific tasks.

Instead, after seeing the three of them last night, Su Muyu actually told them to stayPeace of mind on this side, at the martial school, and build a good relationship with Su Rui.

In their view, this didn't seem like an order the fearsome 'Umbrella Ghost' would give.

They had originally been worried about how to handle the relationship between Dark River and their Teacher.

Now they could set their minds at ease.

'You all have your own goals. For this Grand Competition, just give it your all.'

Su Rui said softly, drawing the attention of all five.

'Teacher, I will definitely take first place!' Li Hanyi said with firm determination.

'I'll fight for second!' Sikong Qianluo immediately raised her hand and shouted.

Mu Liangyue and the other two, though they didn't speak, wore equally resolute expressions.

'Since that's the case, let's set off!'

Su Rui smiled slightly, turned, and led the way out of the martial school.