The True Qi Spirit Tortoise silently landed on a quiet hill outside the mountain range.
In the next moment, the Spirit Tortoise disintegrated into rays of ancient light and was absorbed into Xiao Han's nine True Qi.
Then, Xiao Han activated the Spirit Tortoise Style and completely sealed the nine True Qi. It was as still as stagnant water.
Even the rays of light that were as bright as the stars in his eyes were magically sealed.
Fang Ling could not see any flaws at all and was amazed at the side.
Now, Xiao Han was just a Physical Body Realm martial artist at a glance. There was nothing special about him.
Then, the two went their separate ways.
Xiao Han leisurely wandered back to the outer sect peak where he was at.
This time, he was in the limelight at the Shao Clan's meeting, but he also encountered the mysterious North Profound Demon Emperor and was almost killed by three True Qi Realm experts. Then, he risked his life and took the 'Seven Sun Death Wishing Pill' to survive in the midst of death and advanced to the True Qi Realm. He fled to the Western Desert and had a fortuitous encounter …
All kinds of trials and transformations, lingering between life and death …
Now that he had safely returned to the sect, Xiao Han also felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity as if it was a lifetime ago.
Thus, when Xiao Han saw the outer sect disciples walking back and forth on the street, he took the initiative to smile and greet them politely.
This made all the outer sect disciples feel flattered.
"Senior Brother Xiao Han, you're back?
That's great!
There are three more days, and it's this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition. Our peak is relying on Senior Brother Xiao Han to support us … "
"That's right, that's right. A few days ago, the three leaders kept talking about Senior Brother Xiao Han."
"Senior Brother Xiao Han is now the main character of our peak, the spiritual leader.
Every month, the basic benefits have increased from 100 True Martial Coins to 500 True Martial Coins … Senior Brother Xiao Han, you can do it! This time's Outer Sect Ranking Competition, you will definitely be in the top three! "
A pink and cute female outer sect disciple said with a blushing face. As she spoke, she secretly glanced at Xiao Han with her phoenix eyes.
She was extremely embarrassed.
… …
Xiao Han was now supported by all the disciples of this peak.
Xiao Han strolled on the snow-covered long street for a while before returning to his courtyard.
As soon as he opened the courtyard door, he saw a person sweeping the snow in the courtyard.
Who else could it be but Ah Chou?
Xiao Han's heart was filled with the feeling of reuniting with a long-lost friendship.
"Senior Brother Ah Chou, I'm back!"
Ah Chou hurriedly put down his broom and rushed over to give Xiao Han a bear hug.
"Xiao Han, you're finally back!
It's great that I'm still in time for the Outer Disciple Ranking Competition! "
The two of them entered the house one after another, Ah Chou boiled water and brewed tea.
Then, they started chatting while sipping their tea.
Xiao Han observed Ah Chou's life force state and knew that Ah Chou's marrow refinement had already reached a certain level. His meridians were long and his breathing was heavy and powerful.
Furthermore, wood rings appeared in Ah Chou's pupils, it was obvious that he had touched upon the essence of the Withered Wood Treasure Record.
"Heh … Senior Brother Ah Chou, you have improved a lot during this period of time!
A thousand li in a day!
I think, in this year's outer sect ranking competition, Senior Brother Ah Chou will definitely become a dark horse! "Xiao Han was extremely gratified.
"Heh heh heh …" Ah Chou rubbed his hands, his expression was also extremely excited.
"Xiao Han, maybe it's because of the previous clan meeting, your words and actions motivated me. Furthermore, those three True Qi Realm experts threatened to massacre the entire city. That feeling of fear and despair caused my spirit to undergo some transformations.
All in all, I can feel my improvement.
Of course, I don't dare to have extravagant hopes of becoming a dark horse, I just hope that I won't be eliminated in the first round.
Oh right, Xiao Han, after we parted at Blazing Flame City, where did you and Direct Disciple Fang go?
During this period of time, your martial cultivation must have improved by quite a bit? "
"It's just ordinary, I just followed Senior Brother Fang to wander around and broaden my horizons." Xiao Han blew on a tea leaf in his cup.
He didn't dare to tell Ah Chou that he had already stepped into the True Qi Realm, he reckoned that Ah Chou would faint on the spot.
"Xiao Han, in short, in this year's outer sect ranking competition, your name will definitely spread throughout the sect and your prestige will spread.
The only one who can compete with you is Xue Jianfeng. "Ah Chou lowered his voice and whispered.
"Oh right, Xiao Han, you have to be careful. I heard that Xue Jianfeng and a few Direct Disciples went to the Western Region to train and returned with great rewards!
I heard that Xue Jianfeng is already infinitely close to the True Qi Realm, just half a step away, he can reach the heavens in a single step and defy the heavens!
Furthermore, he found an ancient sword in the ruins of an ancient country in the Western Region. It's a Precious Weapon, imbued with True Qi, entwined with a turtle and snake, able to cut through anything. "
"Ah … infinitely close to the True Qi Realm?"
Xiao Han casually drank a mouthful of tea, his face full of sneer and disdain. "Senior Brother Ah Chou, there are countless martial artists that infinitely close to the True Qi Realm, but in the end, they didn't cross it.
This half a step, is not so easy to cross!
In the middle is a heavenly moat!
As for Precious Weapons and the like … true experts will not rely on external forces!
Strength comes from one's own strength, not relying on any treasures! "
An indescribable confidence burst out from Xiao Han's eyes.
Ah Chou was stunned at the side!
… …
Xue Jianfeng's mountain peak.
Xue Jianfeng's side courtyard.
At this moment, Xue Jianfeng stood proudly with his hands clasped behind his back. His spirit and aura were becoming more and more detached.
Although it was winter, he only wore a thin long gown.
His skin was crystal clear, flickering with a dazzling luster. His jet-black long hair was parted down the middle, hanging on both sides of his shoulders.
His eyes were in high spirits, like flashes of lightning, concealing a sword intent and pride that could topple a city.
Towering like an abyss.
It made people's hearts palpitate.
On his back was an unsophisticated sheathed longsword. A ray of light that was as thick as a thumb and about three meters long was constantly circulating, emitting a draconic hum. The snowflakes that were falling from above were extinguished by the formless sword intent when they were a few feet away from Xue Jianfeng, causing Xue Jianfeng's entire body to be clean, without a speck of dust.
He had a feeling that he was about to achieve Dao and ascend!
The four outer sect disciples stood at the side with their hands hanging down with trembling legs. They deeply buried their heads and didn't dare to raise their heads. Their breathing was rapid as they were oppressed by Xue Jianfeng's aura.
"Senior Brother … Three … Three Junior Brothers were sent by you to spy on Xiao Han. In the end … in the end … none of them came back.
As for Xiao Han, he swaggered back from his secluded cultivation in the deep mountains and old forests. With one move, he crippled Ling Feiyu of their mountain peak, and … he also wiped out Gongsun Kang's mountain peak … Gongsun Kang, Zheng Shan, and the others all died without leaving a corpse … "
"Senior Brother … I'm afraid that the three Junior Brothers who were spying on Xiao Han have already … already been killed …"
… …
The four outer sect disciples reported while trembling with fear.
"Hmph!"
Xue Jianfeng let out a cold snort, causing the surrounding air to tremble. The snowflakes that filled the sky seemed to be affected by Xue Jianfeng's anger, shattering into powder and scattering all over the sky.
"A living target, a lowly dog-like person. Just because he had a fortuitous encounter, he doesn't know his own capabilities anymore. He actually dared to provoke me again and again.
He even dared to kill my people … He's courting death!
He probably thinks that in this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition, he can slightly contend against me … What a huge joke!
As of now, my spirit has already been sharpened to the point of sharpness. Indistinctly, I can feel the barrier of eternal separation between man and heaven. Within two years, I will definitely advance to the realm of true qi!
I will ascend to the heavens in a single step! "Xue Jianfeng said proudly.
The treasured sword on his back let out a cheerful dragon roar, resonating with him and bringing out the best in each other.
"Forget it, the evil that he brought upon himself is the hardest to bear. In a few days' time in the Outer Sect Ranking Competition, this Seat will personally slaughter him!" A violent killing intent swept out from Xue Jianfeng's eyes!
"Yes, yes, Senior Brother is invincible!
Senior Brother is invincible! "
The four outer sect disciples finally all knelt down, trembling non-stop.
… …
Inner Sect Mountain Range.
Elder Courtyard.
In a warm and fragrant room, a young man sat on a chair made of sour twig wood and sipped tea.
This man looked to be around twenty-five or twenty-six years old. His appearance was very beautiful, and his eyes were pure black, black like an endless abyss. If one looked at them for a while longer, they would have the illusion that they were going to be sucked in.
His skin wasn't pure snow white, but it was gentle and exquisite like jade, but warmer and softer than jade.
There was a faint haze and light flowing around his body, round and smooth like jade. He was at the True Qi Realm.
A few elders whose fleshly bodies had reached the pinnacle of the Blood Transformation Realm, but were unable to covet the True Qi Realm for their entire lives, were carefully serving him at the side.
"This year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition will be hosted by your Inner Sect Elder Courtyard."
That man put down the teacup and said unhurriedly. He had an imposing manner as if he was in control of everything. "Yes, it must be done in an orderly manner. When the time comes, many True Disciples will personally come to watch the competition.
There must be no chaos. "
"Yes, yes, Young Master Ziyu, don't worry. Our Inner Sect Elder Courtyard has consecutively hosted many Outer Sect Ranking Competitions. We are very experienced, there won't be any mistakes." One of the elders hurriedly said.
"Yes." The young man smiled faintly. His temperament was like a high mountain and flowing water, free and unrestrained.
"This year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition has generous rewards. The Outer Sect disciples are definitely rubbing their palms together, unable to hold back and wanting to fight it out on the stage.
What do you think of this year? "
"Young Master Ziyu, this year's ranking, especially the top three, shouldn't be too different from last year.
First place is 99% certain to be in Xue Jianfeng's bag.
Xue Jianfeng is a genius, a genius that only appears once in a hundred years. "An elder sighed.
"This kind of beauty will enter the True Qi Realm sooner or later. At most, it will take two or three years."
"This Seat admires this child Xue Jianfeng very much.
He even has a shadow of this Seat when I was young.
His arrogance and sharpness are things that this Seat admires. "The young man nodded slightly.
A few elders exchanged ruminating glances. Immediately, one of them said in a low voice.
"Young Master Ziyu … some time ago, a demon-like youth appeared in the Outer Sect. His name is Xiao Han. This child is also a genius. He single-handedly leveled an Outer Sect mountain peak. Now, he is in the limelight and will become the biggest dark horse in this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition.
If we were to talk about this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition's variables, I'm afraid it would be Xiao Han.
However, Young Master Ziyu, please rest assured. No matter how demon-like Xiao Han is, his foundation and innate talent are still lacking. He will not be a threat to Xue Jianfeng's position.
But … Xiao Han and Xue Jianfeng seem to have some personal grudges.
Previously, when Xue Jianfeng was engaged to an Outer Sect female disciple of the Medicine King Valley, Xiao Han actually shouted at Xue Jianfeng in front of him … "
"Huh?" The young man's eyebrows twitched, a displeased look brewing in his eyes.
"Young Master Ziyu, we have already thoroughly investigated. It turns out that when Xiao Han was a live target, he was once beaten up by Xue Jianfeng, who was still a disciple at that time. He vomited three liters of blood and almost died."
"Hmph!
This year's champion will definitely be Xue Jianfeng!
He deserves the title!
Whatever dog or cat, don't come and pester endlessly. "The young man said with slight anger.
"You guys go and knock on the outer sect leader of Xiao Han's mountain peak. Even if Xiao Han is a genius, he still needs to abide by the rules. Don't be a noisy guest and steal the spotlight!"
… …
These two days, Xiao Han slept in his courtyard. When it was time to eat, he would go to the canteen with Ah Chou.
He also did not cultivate.
He completely relaxed and recuperated.
There was still one day before the Outer Sect Ranking Competition.
Xiao Han was called to the White Jade Plaza by the three leaders.
In the White Jade Plaza.
"Three leaders, it's been a long time." Xiao Han said with a smile.
"Xiao Han, how was your training during this period of time?" The three leaders also laughed and casually chatted with Xiao Han.
"So-so." Xiao Han did not say much.
Suddenly, the eyes of the three leaders revealed a deep grievance and awkwardness.
"Three leaders, what's wrong with you?" Xiao Han immediately asked.
"Xiao Han … we all know that you are extremely talented in the Martial Dao. You improve at lightning speed, almost monstrous. You are also a natural-born bladesman. You are extremely talented. We all have high hopes for your performance in this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition.
However, Xue Jianfeng also improved a lot. He vaguely had the feeling of stepping into the True Qi Realm. His every action was a cut above others.
Xiao Han, what we mean is that if you want to compete with Xue Jianfeng for the first place, you still lack some foundation.
This … Xiao Han, why don't you fight for the top three in this year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition?
Anyway, after Xue Jianfeng becomes the outer sect champion, he will immediately be promoted to the inner sect.
Next year's Outer Sect Ranking Competition will definitely be yours! "
Xiao Han immediately sensed that the words of the three chiefs were implying something, and they did not mean what they said. Therefore, he immediately said calmly.
"Three leaders, don't you want disciple Xiao Han to fight for the first place for our mountain peak?"
The three leaders looked at each other with complicated expressions on their faces.
Suddenly, one of the leaders blurted out.
"Xiao Han, to be honest, the Inner Sect Elders asked us to inform you that the first place of the outer sect this year belongs to Xue Jianfeng.
Xiao Han, let me tell you, Xue Jianfeng has curried favor with a few True Disciples … "
"Hehe, no matter." Xiao Han waved his hand.
"Disciple understands.
Please be at ease, this disciple will definitely not make things difficult for the three masters. "
"So what if he curried favor with True Disciples?
I am already in the True Qi Realm and have opened 9 True Qi Realms. In the entire Fire Beacon Empire, I am probably as rare as a phoenix feather or a unicorn horn.
Xue Jianfeng, what do you have to fight me?
I want to see if the sect values you, a half-step True Qi Realm, or me, a genuine True Qi Realm! "Xiao Han sneered and left the mountain peak.
… …
The next day, early morning.
"Dong ~ ~ ~ Dong ~ ~ Dong ~ ~ ~"
From the mountains of the inner sect of the sect, a long and deep morning bell rang.
This was to summon all the outer sect disciples to enter the inner sect mountains!
Outer Sect Ranking Competition!
Begin!
…!