Who would win?
In fact, it was already very clear. When Long Chen withdrew his Dragon Soul Transformation, everyone estimated that his cultivation level was around the sixth level of the Sky River Tier. Although his cultivation level was lower than Yang Jun's, he could force the three demon elders in the ninth level of the Sky River Tier to use a battle technique to save their lives. Yang Jun only made the three demon elders lose a piece of their sleeves. It was obvious who was the winner.
In front of Zhao Qingyun, even if the three demon elders wanted to put in a good word for Yang Jun, there was nothing they could do. His face became more and more livid, staring at Long Chen. In the end, he could only say, "You did a better job in this competition."
Even the Three Demon Elders had no choice but to admit that the matter had been decided. Originally, they could have let Yang Jun and Long Chen fight to decide who would be the owner of the Traceless Specter. However, the Three Demon Elders thought themselves clever and made such a rule, so he had to admit defeat.
This meant that Long Chen was about to get the Traceless Specter.
To the others, this seemed a little unbelievable, because before the battle, basically no one dared to imagine that the good-for-nothing Long Chen would be able to obtain the Traceless Specter. They were very clear about Yang Jun's battle prowess, so they only thought that it was a fantasy.
"No, I don't accept it."
At this moment, Yang Jun's breathing became heavy, and his eyes were bloodshot. He glared at Long Chen, gritted his teeth, and said, "Everyone, Long Chen was able to force my master to act in the end, not because he's strong, but because he's cunning and deceived my master. In terms of true strength, he's definitely not my match. Palace Master, I implore you to agree to let me fight him, and then we can decide who the Traceless Specter belongs to."
Yang Jun was very dissatisfied, and even hated Long Chen. However, Long Chen already got the Traceless Specter. He was not a fool, so he said, "Why are you talking so funny? The rules of the competition were made by your master. You agreed to it at that time, but now you've lost and you're reneging on it. Are you a man? Also, fighting is about intelligence. If a stupid donkey like you doesn't know the art of intelligence, you won't be making noise here."
Naturally, Long Chen would not be polite to him.
"Brat, what are you talking about? I'm going to kill you!" Yang Jun said malevolently.
"Enough."
The Third Demon Elder was shocked and quickly held down the impulsive Yang Jun. Then he said to Zhao Qingyun, "Palace Master, this young man is not convinced after losing. Please don't take it to heart. Yang Jun, come with me. Don't embarrass me here."
The Third Demon Elder said to Yang Jun gloomily.
Yang Jun's face was still filled with an unreconciled expression. His venomous gaze had never left Long Chen. It could be said that the Three Great Secret Techniques of the Heavenly Devil Palace had been his dream ever since he had started cultivating. And now, when he was so close to achieving his dream, Long Chen had interfered and snatched away his things. How could he not hate him?
"It goes to the skilled. That's what you said." Long Chen said lightly.
This farce was about to end. The Third Demon Elder and Yang Jun were about to leave in embarrassment. The other people's impression of Long Chen had changed greatly. Long Chen's performance had earned him a lot of face. Zhao Qingyun was very pleased. He smiled and said, "Let's go. I'll take you to get the Traceless Specter."
"Wait."
At this moment, an old voice was heard. Long Chen turned his head and looked over. It turned out that the other two Elders had heard the commotion and were walking over. Along the way, the two of them had already figured out what was going on.
"Greetings, Palace Master."
The other two Demon Elders came not far from Zhao Qingyun. Their eyes were now secretly sizing up Long Chen. They were at least smarter than the Third Demon Elder, so they already knew that Zhao Qingyun's new personal disciple must be the legendary Long Chen.
"What do you want?" Zhao Qingyun frowned slightly. She could see that these two guys were also here to make trouble.
"Palace Master, I just want to say that the Traceless Specter has always been granted to outstanding disciples above the seventh level of the Heavenly River Realm. This is the rule of our ancestors. I want to ask if Long Chen has reached the seventh level of the Heavenly River Realm." The First Demon Elder was not as reckless as the Third Demon Elder and said solemnly.
"He is now at the sixth level of the Heavenly River Realm." Zhao Qingyun said lightly.
"That's right. Let's not talk about the rule of our ancestors. The sixth level of the Heavenly River Realm is two levels away from the combat skill of the Heaven Grade. It is impossible to practice it. Yang Jun is about to break through to the eighth level of the Heavenly River Realm. In my opinion, the Traceless Specter in the hands of Long Chen will not be comprehended within half a year. Why not let Yang Jun comprehend it first? When Long Chen reaches the seventh level of the Heavenly River Realm, Yang Jun will just finish comprehending it. Isn't this just right?" The First Demon Elder said.
"Big Brother is right. In this way, on the one hand, Long Chen will not delay the time to improve his realm and waste his energy. On the other hand, the Traceless Specter can be put to practical use. Instead of people who should cultivate it, people who should not cultivate it are occupied by people who should not cultivate it. On the other hand, it will not break the rule of our ancestors." The Second Demon Elder followed up.
What they said was based on reason, so many people agreed with them.
Yang Jun himself had said that he would be able to reach the eighth level of the Heavenly River Tier in less than a month's time. With his comprehension ability, he would probably be able to comprehend a little of the Traceless Demon Shadow in another month's time. At that time, he would not need the secret manual anymore. If Long Chen arrived at that time, he could just hand it over to Long Chen, and everyone would be happy like that.
However, it was impossible for Long Chen to do so.
Long Chen knew that he had to solve this problem by himself.
So he took a step forward and said, "What you two said is very reasonable. However, what if I am confident that I can completely comprehend the Traceless Specter in 20 days?"
"What?" Long Chen's words stunned everyone for a while. Then, they started to make a ruckus.
"Completely cultivating the Traceless Specter in 20 days? Does he think that the Traceless Specter is a low-level martial art that can be easily cultivated?"
"That's a Heaven Tier Battle Skill we're talking about. To learn it in twenty days, what kind of joke is that?"
"I think there is something wrong with his head. He must be crazy about the combat skill of the Heaven Level. He even dares to make such a boast."
Long Chen's confident words made the First Demon Elder and the Second Demon Elder look at each other.
"In any case, Yang Jun will not be able to reach the eighth level of the Heavenly River Tier within 20 days. According to the logic of the two of you, it would be better for me to take the Traceless Demon Shadow back to cultivate first than to leave it here. If I am unable to cultivate it by then, I will naturally take it back." Long Chen's calm tone allowed everyone to see his strong confidence.
"Long Chen, are you serious?" The First Demon Elder asked tentatively.
"A gentleman keeps his word," Long Chen said with a smile.
"In that case, Palace Master, I won't say more. If Long Chen fails to comprehend the Traceless Specter, I hope Palace Master can give it to Yang Jun. I know Yang Jun's efforts over the years. With more training, he will become the pillar of the Demonic Palace in the future." The First Demon Elder looked at Zhao Qingyun and said.
"Since it has been agreed, you can all go back." Zhao Qingyun was really annoyed with them.
Just then, a discordant voice rang out.
"After 20 days, Long Chen, do you dare to make another bet with me?" Yang Jun stood next to the Third Demon Elder and said to Long Chen, gnashing his teeth.
"After 20 days, no one knows whether you can succeed or not. Of course, you have to come out and play, right? Why don't we have a fight in 20 days? It's just before the trial of the Earth Vein of Emancipation Fire. If you can cultivate the Traceless Specter, you can show it to your heart's content and broaden my horizons. Do you dare or not?"
This was entirely Yang Jun's idea, but he was confident that the Third Demon Elder would definitely support him. As expected, after he said this, the Third Demon Elder nodded secretly.
"After 20 days, Long Chen boasted too much. I'll let Yang Jun try him and see how he will embarrass himself. Today, Yang Jun was defeated by Long Chen. If he doesn't fight with Long Chen to get rid of this knot in his heart, he won't even be able to reach the eighth level of the Sky River Realm." The Third Demon Elder thought to himself.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Long Chen.
Since Long Chen had boasted, he should be prepared to be humiliated.
At this time, Long Chen was thinking about the Earth Vein of Emancipation Fire.
"Master, does it mean that if I defeat Yang Jun, I can enter the Earth Vein of Emancipation Fire?" Long Chen said to Zhao Qingyun next to him.
"If you defeat Yang Jun, you will be ranked third among the young disciples of the Heavenly Demon Palace. As long as you are in the top 10, you can participate in the trial of the Earth Vein of Emancipation Fire," Zhao Qingyun said.
Everyone listened to their conversation, but they thought that Long Chen was just wishful thinking.
"Long Chen, do you dare or not?" Yang Jun asked again at this time.
"Of course I dare. I hope that when you lose, you won't renege like today," Long Chen said without hesitation.
Today's bet would be spread throughout the entire Heavenly Demon Palace through the mouths of so many people present.
Today was the day that Long Chen's reputation rose in the Heavenly Demon Palace. Long Chen's shocking performance in front of the Martial Scripture Pavilion made everyone realize that Long Chen still had some ability. However, his boasting that he could finish cultivating the Traceless Specter in 20 days also spread throughout the Heavenly Demon Palace.
Of course, everyone knew that Long Chen did not know the immensity of heaven and earth and was just wishful thinking.
After the agreement was made, the crowd gradually dispersed.
"Are you really confident that you can finish cultivating the Traceless Specter in 20 days and then defeat Yang Jun?"
Truthfully speaking, even Zhao Qingyun did not think that Long Chen would be able to accomplish this. After all, the difficulty was truly too great. Even the Zhao Qingyun from back then was far from being able to accomplish this.
"I don't know either. However, the greater the pressure, the greater the improvement. 20 days is enough," Long Chen said with a smile.
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