Su Ling and the others looked at the West Branch seniors on the high platform. For a moment, their aura weakened a little. Especially when they saw the girl named Hong Ling. Their eyes were burning for a moment, then they shrunk their heads. She was a truly influential figure within the Northern Spiritual Academy. Even the East Branch had quite a number of followers.
"Hey, Brother Mu, that's Senior Hong Ling from the West Branch. Rumor has it that you liked her when you were young." Su Ling approached Mu Chen and whispered with a smile.
Hearing this, Mu Chen could not help but roll his eyes at him. He had indeed interacted with Hong Ling when he was young. However, at that age, how could he know what 'like' was? He simply wanted to find a playmate. Over the years, his father and Hong Ling's father were not on good terms. The relationship between the two became more and more distant. He did not know when this rumor started.
Mu Chen helplessly shook his head. Then, he looked at Liu Che, who had a provocative expression. A faint Spiritual Energy light emitted from his body and he slowly clenched his fists.
"If you have something to say, then hurry up and say it."
Mu Chen glanced at the few people on the high platform not far away. His gaze paused on the slender figure for a brief moment before retracting his gaze. "Although they're here, if I wanted to beat you up, even if they were to stop me, you'd still have to suffer some physical pain."
He also did not like the arrogance of the people from the West Branch.
"You!"
Hearing Mu Chen's words, Liu Che's eyes suddenly became angry. However, just when he was about to rebuke, he saw Mu Chen slightly pursing his mouth. In that instant, the boy's originally gentle and bright face suddenly emitted a cold feeling. Under that coldness, it was as if there was a sharpness and coldness of a blade.
That feeling was like a hibernation quietly surging in the lazy clouds. Inadvertently, it revealed its sharpness.
That feeling was definitely not something that a simple boy of this age could possess.
Liu Che swallowed the rebuke that was about to come out from his mouth. He stared at Mu Chen in bewilderment and his expression changed. It was evident that he was afraid of the latter's strength. Last time, when Mu Chen defeated their West Branch Earth Class's Xue Dong, he was present at the scene.
"Hehe, he is indeed a little arrogant."
When the several seniors from the West Branch Heaven Class on the high platform heard this, they could not help but raise their eyebrows. They felt that their face was a little ugly, especially when Hong Ling was present.
Hong Ling was also a little surprised as she looked at Mu Chen. It was likely that she did not expect this seemingly gentle young man to possess such a strong and masculine side. This seemed to be a little different from the little boy from back then.
At the side, several West Branch Heaven Class seniors could not help but jump off the high platform and slowly walk over. Seeing them walk over, Su Ling and the others all took a step back, their expressions full of vigilance.
When Hong Ling saw this, she did not stop him. After all, she was a member of the Western District. Moreover, she also wanted to see whether this little boy, who had once seemed ordinary in her eyes, truly possessed a dazzling brilliance after he shed the ordinary halo of his childhood.
"Brother Tong!"
When Liu Che saw these people walk over, all of them were happy. When he looked at Mu Chen's group again, there was already an additional bit of pride in his gaze.
When Mu Chen saw this, his eyebrows slightly furrowed. However, there was not much fear in his expression. Although they were all seniors from the Heaven Class, their strength was only at the Initial Stage of the Spiritual Movement Stage. If they were to really fight, they might not be able to gain any advantage.
The leading senior, who was called Brother Tong, nodded his head and looked at Mu Chen with a ruminating gaze. Just as he was about to speak, a cold scolding suddenly came from nearby.
"Tong Guan, your West Branch Heaven Class came to our East Branch to bully the students of the Earth Class. Aren't you looking down on our East Branch a little too much?"
The sudden shout caused everyone to be startled. When they turned their heads around, they saw a dozen figures swiftly walking over from a short distance away. At the front was a tall young lady. The young lady's black clothes were as black as ink, outlining her graceful curves. Her face was pretty, while her jet-black long hair was tied into a ponytail. Her slender legs were slim and straight. The degree of her beauty was not the least bit inferior to Hong Ling.
At this moment, the girl's pretty face was slightly cold as she looked at Tong Guan and the others. The people behind her also had a slightly unfriendly expression.
"It's Senior Qian Er."
When Su Ling and the others saw the girl in black, they immediately became excited. Some of the youths' tender faces turned a little red. The latter and Hong Ling were known as the two Courtyard Flowers of the Northern Spiritual Academy. There were countless pursuers. They did not expect to actually meet them here today.
"Hehe, so it's Qian Er."
When Tong Guan saw the girl in black, he was also stunned. His expression immediately became a little unnatural. Not only did Tang Qian Er have many pursuers in the Northern Spiritual Academy, her strength had also reached the Spiritual Movement Stage Middle Phase. She was considered quite outstanding within the Northern Spiritual Academy Heaven Class.
The girl known as Tang Qian Er came to Mu Chen's side. She frowned her slender eyebrows as she looked at Tong Guan. Then, she looked at Hong Ling on the high platform. The two girls stared at each other without giving in. There seemed to be some sparks in each other's eyes.
"What are you guys doing here?" Tang Qian Er retracted her gaze and coldly asked.
"Look at what you're saying. Although we're from the West Branch, the West Branch is also part of the Northern Spiritual Academy. Therefore, it shouldn't be against the rules for us to come here, right?" Tong Guan shrugged his shoulders and smiled.
Tang Qian Er coldly snorted. Then, she extended her slender hand and patted Mu Chen's shoulder. She raised her sharp chin: "Mu Chen is a person of our East Branch. If you guys dare to cause trouble for him, don't blame me for being impolite."
As she spoke, her black ponytail bounced. She was valiant and had the demeanor of a big sister.
"It seems that your luck with women is quite good."
Tong Guan smiled at Mu Chen. His smile was a little sarcastic and a little jealous. He also had some thoughts about Tang Qian Er, but he had never received any good treatment from her.
"Luck with women is also a kind of strength."
Mu Chen smiled as if he did not hear the sarcasm in Tong Guan's words. Compared to the guys in the Spiritual Road, Tong Guan was indeed a little inexperienced.
Hong Ling, who was on the high platform, glanced at Mu Chen. She felt slightly disappointed and slowly retracted her gaze. Is he still as weak and lazy as before?
"Forget it. We are not here to cause trouble for you today. We are only here to tell you one thing."
Seeing that he couldn't incite Mu Chen's anger, Tong Guan felt bored. Then, he waved his hand towards Liu Che. The latter let out a sneer and said: "Mu Chen, I'm representing Brother Liu Yang to pass a message to you. Ten days from now, during the competition between the two academies, he will choose you as his opponent."
"Liu Yang?"
Hearing this name, Su Ling and the others' expressions changed. Liu Yang was the true number one person in the West Branch Earth Class. It was said that he had broken through to the Spiritual Movement Stage not long ago.
"Oh, that's right. I'll tell you one more thing. Three days ago, during the test, Brother Liu Yang discovered that he has a Spiritual Pulse, even though it is only Human Level." Liu Che gloatingly looked at Mu Chen and said with a smile.
"Human Level Spiritual Pulse?!"
When these words came out, not only did Su Ling and the others' expressions change, even Tang Qian 'Er's expression changed slightly. Within the entire Northern Spiritual Academy, the number of students that possess a Spiritual Pulse would definitely not exceed one's fingers. She did not expect Liu Yang to have one.
"Human Level Spiritual Pulse." Tong Guan smacked his lips and immediately looked at Mu Chen with pity. Liu Yang was also at the Spiritual Movement Stage Initial Phase. However, if he had a Human Level Spiritual Pulse, even a Spiritual Movement Stage Middle Phase would have a hard time defeating him. It seems that Mu Chen was out of luck.
"Brother Liu Yang said that it's fine if you don't dare to accept it. As long as you don't appear on that day, he will not make things difficult for you."
Liu Che laughed strangely. If Mu Chen did not appear on that day, his reputation in the East Branch would probably be instantly shattered.
"You guys are too much of a bully!" Tang Qian 'Er frowned and shouted.
"Senior Qian 'Er, you can't blame us for this. As a person, you should be more low-key. Don't think that just because you obtained the qualifications for the" Spiritual Road "by luck, you can be so arrogant." Liu Che curled his lips and said.
"You!"
Tang Qian 'Er was furious. She wanted to step forward, but her wrist was grabbed by a hand. She turned her head and saw the bright smile on Mu Chen's immature face: "Yes, go back and tell Liu Yang. I'll wait for him."
"You have courage!
Then we will wait for your outstanding performance. "
Liu Che gave a thumbs up to Mu Chen and grinned. Then, he turned around and left while laughing. It was obvious that he could not wait for the competition in ten days.
Liu Che, Tong Guan and the others left one after another. Hong Ling, who was on the high platform, also glanced at them indifferently before turning around and leaving.
"Brother Mu, are you really going to accept Liu Yang's challenge?
If that guy has a Spiritual Pulse now, it won't be easy to deal with him. "Su Ling looked at Tong Guan and the others who left and said with some worry.
"I'll do my best." Mu Chen said casually.
"Hey, are you stupid? They are obviously provoking you. You don't have to accept this kind of challenge!" Tang Qian 'Er said angrily.
"Sister Qian 'Er, don't worry. I know what I'm doing." Mu Chen smiled.
Tang Qian 'Er frowned. Her bright eyes stared at the young boy's immature face. A bright and gentle smile hung on the latter's face. However, she did not know why, but she felt that there was something hidden in the depths of his dark eyes.
"Hmph, I won't be the one who will be embarrassed." Tang Qian 'Er snorted and said in dissatisfaction.
"Sister Qian 'Er seems to be very concerned about me?" Mu Chen looked at the beautiful face in front of him and could not help but laugh.
"I don't care if you die."
Tang Qian 'Er's face turned red for a moment. She immediately rolled her eyes at Mu Chen and said: "I'm worried that you will be beaten half to death and lose the East Branch's face."
Mu Chen smiled. Tang Qian 'Er's father was also one of the Territory Lords of the Northern Spiritual Realm. Moreover, they had a good relationship. Both families had a lot of contact, so his relationship with Tang Qian' Er was quite good.
"That's right, I just heard a piece of news."
Tang Qian 'Er waved her hand and sent them away. Then, her eyes stared at Mu Chen: "I heard it from the Dean and the others. It's said that the" Spiritual Road "has officially ended."
Mu Chen's body slightly trembled. He raised his head and let out a sigh. Is it finally over?
"It's said that a lot of abnormal people appeared in the Spiritual Road this time. One of them is even more terrifying. It seems that he possesses a Heaven Level Spiritual Pulse that is rarely seen in ten thousand years. In order to snatch him, the Five Great Academies fought fiercely."
Spiritual Pulses are divided into Heaven, Earth, and Human. They are quite beneficial for cultivation. Generally speaking, those who possess a Spiritual Pulse would have a much faster cultivation speed compared to ordinary people. However, an Earth Level Spiritual Pulse has never appeared in the Northern Spiritual Academy, let alone a Heaven Level Spiritual Pulse. From this, it can be seen how rare a Heaven Level Spiritual Pulse is.
Tang Qian 'Er stuck out her red tongue and looked extremely cute: "A Heaven Level Spiritual Pulse. I've never seen one before. Those who participate in the Heavenly Road are really abnormal. That's right, you've also participated in the Heavenly Road. Do you know who that guy is?"
"He should be called Ji Xuan?" Mu Chen said faintly. It was a name that was deeply engraved in his memory.
"You know him?" Tang Qian 'Er asked in surprise.
"Yes, I know him. He is indeed a very powerful person." Mu Chen smiled. His eyes slightly drooped as he said: "I almost killed him."
Tang Qian'er's beautiful big eyes suddenly widened. She stared incredulously at the childish face in front of her that suddenly seemed to become cold. She said, "Really?"
"It's fake. You actually believe that?
I'm just a guy that was kicked out halfway. How can I be compared to someone that was fought over by the Five Great Academies? "
The coldness on Mu Chen's face instantly disappeared. He looked at Tang Qian 'Er's shocked expression and could not help but laugh.
Tang Qian 'Er gritted her teeth in hatred. She looked as if she wanted to bite him twice. However, she endured it in the end and snorted: "You just advanced into the Spiritual Movement Stage. You haven't cultivated a Spiritual Art yet, right?
I heard that Liu Yang has already started cultivating. "
"Spiritual Art. I can also cultivate it when I go back. It just so happens that my father told me to go back once I've advanced into the Spiritual Movement Stage." Mu Chen smiled.
"Yes, then I'll be leaving first."
Tang Qian 'Er nodded. Mu Chen's father was one of the Northern Spiritual Realm's Territory Lords. He should have prepared a decent Spiritual Art for Mu Chen. She did not say anything else and waved her hand. Her black ponytail swung and she twisted her waist as she walked away.
"That's right."
Tang Qian 'Er paused her steps and tilted her head to look at Mu Chen. She thought for a moment and said: "If you don't have much confidence, how about I help you beat up Liu Yang?
Although his big brother, Liu Mubai, is a bit troublesome. "
"Can't you have some confidence in me?" Mu Chen was helpless. She could even think of this kind of method.
"Hmph, you don't know how to appreciate my kindness."
Tang Qian 'Er said angrily. She would not even agree to help others in the Northern Spiritual Academy. However, this guy always had such a hateful expression. Thinking of this, she angrily left.
Mu Chen looked at Tang Qian 'Er's moving figure as she left and smiled. He immediately muttered to himself: "Since the Spiritual Road has ended, then she should have entered the Five Great Academies, right?
I wonder which academy she is in? "
He thought back to the moment he left. In the lush forest, the girl with long silver hair looked at him quietly with a pair of deep, bottomless green eyes.
"I will wait for you at the Five Great Academies. If you don't come …"
The girl's slender hand held onto the black longsword and slowly stopped in front of his chest. She gently stabbed at his heart: "I'll help you kill him, but …"
The girl stared at him, her eyes were as clear as glass.
"I don't like people who admit defeat so easily. And this time, you didn't lose. At least, I like it."
A gentle breeze blew and lifted the girl's proud and bright silver hair. A hint of redness appeared on her usually cold and white face. Although it was faint, it had a soul-stirring beauty.
Therefore, you must come!
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