Daoist Competition

Chapter 1366: Chapter 70: Xuanyue Guardian and the Illusion Palace Ring

Zhongtai’s side won a match, regaining considerable face, and Sect Leader Qiao was slightly relieved, asking, "Who was that fellow Daoist invited by?"

This was a deliberate question, as the disciples wouldn’t dare ignore his intention. At the right moment, a disciple responded, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, Master Xing was invited by the Junior Sect Leader."

Mrs. Zhao exclaimed happily, "It was Xun’er who invited the fellow Daoist. Dear, you should reward him."

Sect Leader Qiao nodded, saying, "Unexpectedly, my child has some insight. Someone, convey my decree and grant him my Spring Water Ruler."

Those with discerning eyes could see that Sect Leader Qiao intended to distribute some benefits to his son, but a victory remained a victory. Although some elders were dissatisfied, none stepped forward to obstruct.

At this moment, a disciple ascended the Dharma Platform, bowing and reporting, "Sect Leader, Elder Yan sent someone to inquire which peak to take."

Sect Leader Qiao thought carefully and pointed outside, saying, "Send someone to communicate it, claiming the land beneath Xuanyue Sect."

The disciple loudly complied. Being previously forced to relocate by Xuanyue, they harbored ill feelings, now ready to retaliate.

The news quickly reached Xuanyue Sect, and Sect Leader Yang Shuyong was unsurprised, displaying a knowing attitude, saying, "We embarrassed Zhongtai, and predictably, they wish to regain their honor."

Jin Ling flatteringly said, "But this move is still within Master Xing’s calculations."

Yang Shuyong waved his hand repeatedly, despite outwardly showing disdain for Zhongtai, he didn’t truly underestimate the opponent, saying, "It’s not that simple. The land beneath our feet is the highest among the mountains, offering a commanding view, Zhongtai won’t tolerate us occupying it long; they’ll surely find a way to take it."

Xuanyue was well-prepared; without a Dharma Platform erected in the mountains, they switched peaks in half a moment.

As soon as they settled, Yang Shuyong eagerly ordered someone to challenge; immediately a cultivator leaped up with tunneling light into the sky.

Zhongtai also promptly dispatched someone up.

Both individuals were outsiders to the sects, knowing that even if they exerted effort to kill the opponent, the benefits gained would be minimal. Hence, understanding implicitly, they merely exchanged a few moves before separating, resulting in a draw.

Watching this, Yang Shuyong was displeased, coldly sneering, "These outsiders are unreliable."

He turned to Jin Ling, saying, "Guardian Jin Ling, in the next match, whom would you suggest sending?"

Jin Ling, understanding his intent, bowed and said, "This Old Daoist is willing to go."

Yang Shuyong replied, "Good! Guardian Jin Ling, in this excursion, bring back three heads, how about it?"

Though phrased as a question, his tone was firm, offering no room for negotiation.

Jin Ling’s eye twitched slightly; with Yang Shuyong’s booming prestige in the sect, he wouldn’t dare retort, saying, "This Old Daoist wouldn’t dare tarnish the sect’s reputation and will strive for it."

Meanwhile, in Zhongtai’s place, Elder Yan inquired, "Who should go up?"

Elder Lin browsed the roster, pointing to a name, saying, "This person, named Chen Shougu, is sensible and has a good reputation among cultivators. From what I see, let’s send him to this match, how about it?"

Elder Yan responded, "Do as you see fit."

Elder Lin signaled to a nearby Child, "Go relay the command."

At that moment, Chen Shougu was chatting amiably with several fellow Daoists when he received the command from the Child. Without a moment’s delay, he ascended with tunneling light to the Heavenly Vault, reported his name, and patiently waited for the opponent.

After a short wait, a tunneling light slowly approached from the opposite side; initially, he paid no heed, but upon seeing the person clearly, his body trembled, exclaiming, "Jin Ling the Old Daoist?"

Seeing this person arrive, Elder Yan’s brow slightly furrowed, his gaze sharpened.

Elder Lin, however, couldn’t hold back, stood up in surprise and doubt, saying, "Why is it Jin Ling the Old Daoist?"

Elder Bai shook his head, Jin Ling served as the Great Protector during the previous Xuanyue Sect Leader’s time, and although not holding the highest Daoist Cultivation now, he could rank among the top three in fighting power. Chen Shougu is likely to lose.

At this moment, Chen Shougu felt anxious; this person was a Nascent Soul Second Realm Cultivator, surpassing him in Daoist cultivation, not to mention he practiced the authentic Xuanyue cultivation technique, lacking no Dharma Treasure, excelling in every aspect. Considering surrender, yet constrained by the previously established Dharma Contract, he couldn’t retreat without cause, so he braced himself, stepping forward and bowing, saying, "Chen Shougu greets Guardian Jin Ling."

Jin Ling nodded, returning the courtesy politely, saying, "Daoist Chen, since our farewell at Yao Guang Pavilion, it’s been over sixty years, but today, each serves their master, and past friendship cannot be considered."