Martial Arts Overlord

Chapter 1084: Chapter 1081: Ambition and Genius

Upon hearing the words of the Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall disciple, Lu Xiao Yun and the black-faced middle-aged man also slightly furrowed their brows. They were puzzled as to why this ninth-level demon beast would spare Luo Feng but attack them.

"It’s about to get dark soon. I don’t believe he can escape anywhere."

The black-faced middle-aged man snorted coldly and suddenly focused his gaze on Lu Xiao Yun. The two exchanged a cautious glance, and he immediately took a step back.

Because of the demon core of the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python, the two had temporarily joined forces against the mysterious saber man. The black-faced middle-aged man was well aware that they were hidden enemies, and once they obtained the demon core from the saber man, he and Lu Xiao Yun would certainly clash.

After the battle with the Black Thorn Demon Wolf, he was greatly exhausted, and through this fight, he ascertained Lu Xiao Yun’s strength.

Though they both were martial artists at the peak of the Spiritual Rotation Realm, Lu Xiao Yun’s strength exceeded his by a notch, and he wasn’t sure whether this was all of the opponent’s power.

The reputation of the Top Ten New Dragons was well-deserved; in a one-on-one, he was no match for Lu Xiao Yun.

Bam!

Without much hesitation, the black-faced middle-aged man stomped the ground, his figure rising swiftly, and pursued in the direction where Luo Feng had disappeared.

Watching the black-faced middle-aged man leave, Lu Xiao Yun retained a serene expression, not intervening.

"Senior Brother Lu, let’s hurry and catch up. Night is falling soon, and the saber man should not be able to escape the Red Dragon Mountain Range. We might be able to find him."

The disciple of Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall stepped forward, speaking to Lu Xiao Yun, though his tone lacked confidence.

In the vast mountains, especially the perilous Red Dragon Mountain Range, finding one person was no easy task. Seeing the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python’s demon core being taken was frustrating, not just for Lu Xiao Yun but also for the disciple.

Clang!

Lu Xiao Yun sheathed his sword and shook his head:

"No need. We’re leaving."

"Leaving? Are we really going to let the saber man get away?"

The Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall disciple’s eyes widened, thinking he misheard. He imagined that, given Lu Xiao Yun’s temperament, he would search exhaustively for the mysterious saber man.

"Let him go? Dream on! I just don’t have time to deal with such trivial matters right now."

Lu Xiao Yun sneered coldly, his gaze cold and sharp. As he spoke, he flipped his palm, revealing half a demon core emitting Seven-Colored Mysterious Light.

"Senior Brother, what’s this..."

The Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall disciple looked at the demon core with surprise and doubt.

Lu Xiao Yun replied, "This is the demon core of the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python. I obtained half of it, while the other half was taken by that saber man."

"I see."

The disciple quickly understood the significance and laughed, "What a brilliant plan, Senior Brother! Now, the Crown Prince will think the saber man took the demon core and won’t suspect you."

"I’m not afraid of the Crown Prince; I just want to use his hand to kill the masked saber man. I didn’t expect that kid to have such remarkable Qinggong skills..."

Lu Xiao Yun’s expression remained calm as he gazed into the depths of the Red Dragon Mountain Range, slightly furrowing his brow.

Throughout, Luo Feng had not displayed any martial arts from Linglong Hall, and the Four Symbols Ultimate Saber was a saber technique he had recently started practicing, unknown to Lu Xiao Yun. Moreover, in Lu Xiao Yun’s mind, Luo Feng was just an insignificant figure, while the masked saber man’s strength made him feel pressured, making him never suspect Luo Feng.

Taking a deep breath, Lu Xiao Yun put away the demon core and said:

"I need to return to seclusion to break through to the True Yuan Realm and prepare for the impending New Dragon Ranking Tournament. Compared to this event, everything else is trivial. After the tournament, I’ll settle this score. Once I know the identity of that saber man, even if he hides to the ends of the earth, I will make him regret offending me, Lu Xiao Yun."

If possible, Lu Xiao Yun wished he could find the masked saber man now and tear him to shreds to vent his anger.

But he worried that time might drag on too long, diminishing the demon core’s efficacy, rendering it worthless.

Understanding Lu Xiao Yun’s thoughts, the Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall disciple cupped his hands in praise:

"Congratulations, Senior Brother! With the demon core of the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python, you are sure to break through to the True Yuan Realm and claim the championship at the New Dragon Ranking Tournament, becoming the top of the Top Ten New Dragons and the best martial artist in the Southern Six Golden Palace."

"Becoming the top of the Top Ten New Dragons is just a small goal. I, Lu Xiao Yun, will ultimately enter the Nine Great Holy Lands and make a name across the Five Major Regions."

Lu Xiao Yun’s eyes slightly narrowed, a gleam flashing within.

The disciple was stunned. His vision was limited to becoming one of the Top Ten New Dragons and felt it would fulfill his lifelong ambition, unaware that Lu Xiao Yun harbored such grand ambitions, rendering him momentarily speechless.

"Is this the difference between a genius and ordinary people..."

A thought flashed through his mind.

"Junior Brother, let’s go."

Swoosh!

Lu Xiao Yun gestured, and his sword flew out of its sheath, forming a massive, red sword aura, hovering in the air, slicing the surrounding air. He stepped onto the sword light, shooting forward close to the ground.

"Senior Brother, wait for me!"

Coming back to his senses, the Blue Clothes Heavenly Sword Hall disciple hurriedly performed Qinggong to catch up.

...

Deep within the Red Dragon Mountain Range.

After eluding Lu Xiao Yun and the others, Luo Feng did not immediately relax his guard and continued to fly through the perilous forest, purposely looking for complex environments.

Thus, two hours passed.

As the sunset gradually dipped west, Luo Feng halted on a branch of a giant tree.

"I should have shaken them off..."

He glanced behind him, exhaled lightly, raised his head to look at the blood-red sunset, and muttered to himself, "I should find a safe place to settle."

Taking out the map, Luo Feng studied it.

The map not only marked dangerous spots but also indicated some safe camping areas.

Soon, Luo Feng found his location on the map, discovering a nearby safe area. He immediately pinpointed the direction and employed Sky Cloud Step to rush over.

Before long, Luo Feng spotted an ordinary mountain peak.

The mountain reached a height of a thousand feet, jagged red rocks on its surface pointed like swords towards the sky, surrounded by dark red heavy Evil Qi, barren and lifeless.

Whish!

His figure flashed, and Luo Feng reached the mountainside where there was a cave amidst the chaos of rocks, its entrance shielded by jagged rocks, making it quite concealed.

"This place is good."

Perceiving no danger, Luo Feng entered the cave.

The entrance of the cave was narrow, but the space inside was spacious like a hall, dry air, a pile of cold ash in the middle, indicating someone had rested here before.

Luo Feng walked inside, sat on a dry rock, took a Yuan Qi recovery pill, and swallowed it, his mind recalling the day’s events with a faint smile on his face.

"The Crown Prince is probably furious now... But I didn’t expect to encounter Lu Xiao Yun here. His Sword Qi is exceptionally tyrannical, cultivated to the peak of Spiritual Rotation Realm. Although my current strength doesn’t pose a problem in confronting him, winning seems unlikely. Moreover, he acquired half the demon core of the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python, and there’s a high chance he’ll break through to the True Yuan Realm before the New Dragon Ranking Tournament. In terms of cultivation, Qinggong, and swordsmanship, he’s outstanding. To defeat him, I’ll need to surpass him in all aspects..."

Reflecting on Lu Xiao Yun’s battle with two other masters at the peak of Spiritual Rotation Realm, where he still had residual strength, numerous thoughts crossed Luo Feng’s mind.

Finally, he shook his head.

"For now, let’s not think too much. With this gain, I might be able to surpass him before the New Dragon Ranking Tournament..."

Clearing his mind, Luo Feng’s eyes flashed as he took out the red jade bead and half of the demon core of the Single-Horned Red Cloud Python from his storage ring.