Chapter 47: Shadow Ripples (Part 2)
Looking at the departing figure of Jian Wucheng, Qi Xuan Zhenren's face turned solemn as he said: "Seeing him like this now, I'm afraid he must have encountered some extraordinary encounter. Otherwise, it would be impossible for his cultivation to suddenly advance by a huge step in just a short while. What do you all think?"
Master Fahuo of Bodhi Academy said, "This statement makes sense. The changes on his body are too obvious, and people can see it at a glance. Judging from his situation at the time, it is highly likely that he gained great benefits from that five-colored giant Peng. Legend has it that the giant Peng is the guardian deity of the Heavenly Sword Academy, with a very close relationship between them. With Jian Wucheng's cultivation and his long use of the Heavenly Spirit Sword, the giant Peng regarded him as the future leader of the Heavenly Sword Academy, so it is also highly likely that it granted him some benefits. However, we can only speculate about the specific situation."
Xuan Yu Zhen Ren and Yu Wu Shuang exchanged a glance, both of their eyes flashing with surprise. Originally, the extraordinary fate between Bao Xue and Cang Yue had given them great expectations for this six-strong competition, but now that they saw Jian Wu Chen again, both of their hearts couldn't help but sink slightly.
Hao Yun looked at the two of them and said softly, "Forget it, let's just leave. Cultivators value karma, everything is fate, why force it? In fact, every time there's a Six Institutes' martial gathering, isn't the outcome already known beforehand? Why take it too seriously? The Heavenly Sword Institute has the Heavenly Spirit Sword, our five institutes don't have much hope." After finishing speaking, he left first.
Back at the Tianhuo Cave, Yu Wushuang took away Cangyue. This time, only seven people from Yiyuan were left. Looking at the four disciples and two junior brothers and sisters, Xuan Yu Zhenren said in a low voice: "The competition has already been decided, and it will continue three days later. This time, our Yiyuan is the only sect with two people entering the top six, so we have also become the focus of attention for others. In this competition, I just hope that Ao Xue and Lu Yun will both go all out. As long as they do their best, the result doesn't matter." After finishing speaking, his expression was slightly unusual.
Looking at his unusual expression, Zi Yang Zhen Ren asked: "Shixiong, why do I feel that after you went out for a bit and came back, the whole person seems to be weighed down by worries? This time we have two people from Yi Garden entering the top six simultaneously, which has never happened before. I think this time, no matter what, we must go all out and strive to achieve our desired results in this competition. This is a rare opportunity for us at Yi Garden, if we don't make the most of it, when will we have another chance like this?"
Xuan Yu looked at Lu Yun and Ao Xue with a glance, and said in a low voice: "Just now, I came out of the Xuantian Cave and happened to meet Jian Wucheng returning. Now he is very different from before, his whole body is full of light and spiritual energy, and his cultivation has increased by leaps and bounds. With his cultivation, originally among the six institutes' disciples, he can be ranked first. This time Ao Xue's cultivation has increased greatly due to a rare opportunity, and we thought that she had the strength to compete with Jian Wucheng. But now, to tell the truth, the gap between Ao Xue and Jian Wucheng is obvious at a glance. The so-called six strong competition, in fact, is just competing for the first place, what else is there to compete for? As long as it's not the last place, that's enough."
In the cave, there was a moment of silence, which seemed very peaceful. Lu Yun glanced at Zi Yang Zhen Ren and felt a slight touch in his heart. The loss in Zi Yang Zhen Ren's eyes deeply revealed his concern for this competition. But now, upon hearing that there was no hope to contend for the first place, the sighs and disappointment in his heart seemed even more desolate and melancholic. Looking at others, Yun Feng was deep in thought and didn't speak, Li Hong Fei had a heavy expression, Ao Xue's surface was calm but her eyes also hid a hint of worry. Jing Yue Da Shi just quietly looked at Ao Xue, with a gaze that carried concern and regret. It seemed as if he felt sorrow for her encountering an opponent like Jian Wu Chen.
Her gaze shifted to Xuan Yu Zhenren, and Lu Yun said in a soft voice: "Master Shibo said that the sword had no dust, and the five-color light on his body was hidden and visible. I suppose it must be very obvious, and one can see it at a glance. I wonder what Master Shibo thinks about this matter? How did he change so much in such a short time?"
He glanced at Lu Yun, and Xuan Yu Zhenren said in a deep voice: "According to the speculation of us five headmasters, his changes should be related to that mysterious colorful Roc. He must have had some kind of strange encounter suddenly, otherwise it would be impossible for his cultivation to increase so suddenly. Now that his cultivation has increased greatly, I'm afraid the Five Institutes don't have much hope in competing for first place." After finishing speaking, he told everyone about Fa Guo Dashi's speculation one by one.
After hearing his words, Yun Feng said discontentedly: "Even if his cultivation has increased, he is not a god. The competition hasn't started yet, who dares to confirm that he will definitely win? Maybe at the time, he suddenly makes a mistake and gets defeated by others, it's also uncertain. Since we've come this time, we should be confident in ourselves, go all out, and let everyone know that our Yi Garden is not as weak as they imagined. Only then will this trip not be in vain!"
Xuan Yu Zhen Ren nodded slightly and said, "Good, well said. For now, let's not think about those things. When the time comes, Lu Yun and Ao Xue should go all out to try and get second place, that would be good too. Everyone has been sitting here for half a day already, so take a rest for a while. If you're feeling stifled, go out and clear your mind. There are still three days left, it's rare to come to Tai Xuan Mountain, so tomorrow everyone can take a look around and learn more about this place." After finishing speaking, he stood up and left.
Lu Yun inadvertently saw that the True Man of Mysterious Jade, when turning around, had a hint of bitter smile at the corner of his mouth. Looking at his back, Lu Yun suddenly thought that perhaps all along, he was the one who took this competition most seriously. After all, he was the leader of Yi Garden, and the honor and shame of Yi Garden rested on his shoulders alone.
At this thought, a burst of brilliant light shot out from Lu Yun's eyes, and his entire body was filled with an aura of powerful momentum that instantly spread throughout the cave. Since he had come here, he might as well have a showdown with Jian Wucheng to see who was truly the number one person in the Six Institutes. At this moment, Lu Yun made up his mind: rather than everyone being depressed and oppressed by the Tianjian Institute, it would be better to engage in an epic battle with Jian Wucheng and let everyone enjoy themselves.
Xuan Yu Zhen Ren suddenly stopped in his tracks as he reached the entrance of the cave, and turned around to stare at Lu Yun with a look of shock in his eyes. The others were also stunned by Lu Yun's incredibly powerful aura, and they couldn't help but stare blankly at him.
Lu Yun's entire body shone with a brilliant light, his eyes gleaming with an intense gaze. With an arrogant expression, he declared: "Since the Six Strong Competition is for that first place, I'll have a good match with Jian Wu Chen to see if Tianjian Institute really lives up to its legendary reputation of being unbeatable. This time, I will change his undefeated record because of me! Everyone cheer for me, I won't disappoint you, I will make Yi Garden surpass the other five institutes!" As soon as he finished speaking, a powerful aura suddenly doubled in strength, and the entire cave was filled with a burst of red light, as if it had been submerged in a sea of blood.
Ziyang Zhenren's whole body was boiling with hot blood, his eyes shot out excited divine light, and he kept shouting "good". Xuan Yu Zhenren's face changed greatly, the bottom of his eyes flashing with infinite hope. On the side, Ao Xue's beautiful eyes were filled with blessings, Yun Feng loudly echoed, constantly calling "good". Li Hongfei's eyes revealed a hint of encouragement, while Jing Yue Dashi's eyes seemed to hide something, with a few points of surprise.
