Chapter 29

"Half a month is enough for me to advance to another level!"

Others might need some elixirs or heavenly treasures to nourish their bodies, but Ling Dao did not need any of that. The countless sword auras within his body were the best holy medicine. After being refined by the Primal Chaos Extermination Power, they could temper his body from the inside out.

There was still half a month before the outer disciples' competition, and Ling Dao would not waste this time. Senior Brother Nine, Gao Fan, had indeed been defeated by Ling Dao long ago, but he would not underestimate all the outer disciples because of this.

Throughout history, the number of geniuses in the heavens and on earth has been countless. Perhaps there are very powerful geniuses within the Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect. Ling Dao has had extraordinary encounters, but others might have had them too. He could reincarnate, and others might also have the possibility of reincarnation.

In his previous life, he was a sword genius and did not dare to underestimate the heroes of the world. For example, the Holy Maiden of the Purple Micro Sacred Land had a terrifying talent, even Ling Dao could not match her. As the saying goes, there are always higher mountains and better people, so one should not be too arrogant.

During this time, others were also making extensive preparations. The outer disciples' competition is held once a year, and they could not afford to take it lightly. If one could become the first place and obtain the Qi Condensation Pill, the chances of breaking through to the True Qi Realm would be greatly increased.

After breaking through to the True Qi Realm, one could become an inner disciple and have their own courtyard. Moreover, only after becoming a True Qi Realm cultivator would one truly step into the path of cultivation. The Body Realm was not considered much.

"This time, I must reclaim the first place in the sect competition. Xia Xin Yao, just wait, I am the eldest senior brother!"

In the back mountain, a young man who looked about eighteen years old said coldly. He was the former eldest senior brother of the outer disciples, Teng Shaofeng. Unfortunately, he was defeated by Xia Xin Yao not long ago and became the second senior brother, while Xia Xin Yao became the eldest senior sister.

Teng Shaofeng roared and began to vent his anger in the forest. He held a long sword and continuously performed his sword techniques, causing ancient trees to fall and leaves to fly, releasing the anger in his heart.

"What eldest senior sister, what second senior brother, this time they will all be defeated by my sword. I, Wei Jingshan, am the strongest, you are no match for me. This time, the outer disciples' competition will surely shock you all!"

Wei Jingshan ranked third among the outer disciples. In the past, his strength was indeed inferior to Xia Xin Yao and Teng Shaofeng, but in recent times, his strength had made a breakthrough. This time, he planned to make a stunning appearance in the outer disciples' competition.

"I estimate they are all full of fighting spirit and confidence. Unfortunately, the first place in this outer disciples' competition belongs to me. Why should I just be the fourth senior brother? Even being the eldest senior brother is not enough to satisfy me. I am the man who will become an inner disciple!"

Zhong Zhenhai sat in the room, with a fine steel sword placed between his legs, clearly of much better quality than ordinary iron swords. Whether resting or doing other things, he could not be separated from his sword.

The eldest senior sister Xia Xin Yao, the second senior brother Teng Shaofeng, the third senior brother Wei Jingshan, and the fourth senior brother Zhong Zhenhai were the four strongest among the outer disciples. The fifth-ranked was Lu Hong, who was also quite strong.

As for those after Lu Hong, their strength was clearly a notch lower. Even the sixth senior brother was no match for Lu Hong. There seemed to be a chasm between the sixth and fifth senior brothers, making it difficult to bridge.

For example, not long ago, when Ling Dao defeated the ninth senior brother Gao Fan, he was more than a notch lower than the top five. Gao Fan had once challenged Lu Hong, but he was not even a match for one of Lu Hong's sword strikes. Not to mention, Lu Hong was only ranked fifth, with four others above him who were even stronger.

The top five were the most confident, but the other outer disciples were also rubbing their hands in excitement. Even if they could not win the championship, it did not matter. As long as they could achieve a good ranking in the outer disciples' competition, they would definitely be able to find a good master in the future.

In the Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect, it was very difficult to rise to the top without background, talent, or strength. If one could find a very powerful master, they would not be afraid of being bullied in the sect, even if they could not walk around with impunity.

"My goal in this sect competition is to enter the top hundred. Then, there might be an elder willing to take me as a disciple!"

"Tsk, you think you can enter the top hundred? I advise you to practice for a few more months. Do you think the top hundred is as common as cabbage?"

The Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect had tens of thousands of outer disciples, and those who could become one of the top hundred were certainly not weak. Those who could become one of the top ten were even stronger, and the top five each had their own means.

Time passed very quickly, and in the blink of an eye, fourteen days had passed. Tomorrow was the day of the outer disciples' competition. The outer disciples were all very excited, while Ling Dao took the opportunity to visit Jiang Ren's courtyard.

"Grandpa Jiang, I'm here to freeload again!"

During this time in the Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect, Ling Dao had become quite close to Jiang Ren. Whenever he had free time, he would come to Jiang Ren's place to have a meal and a drink. Jiang Ren had no disciples or close friends in the Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect, so he was naturally very happy when Ling Dao came.

Jiang Zhong had clearly written in the letter to take good care of Ling Dao. Moreover, Ling Dao was extremely filial to him. Now, whenever Jiang Ren saw Ling Dao, his face would light up with a smile, showing how happy he was.

"Come in, come in and sit down. I'll cook a few dishes, and then we'll have a few drinks and enjoy ourselves!"

Ling Dao did not hesitate and entered the room. The aroma from the kitchen wafted in, along with a strong scent of alcohol, making Ling Dao's mouth water. The food in the Sky-Cleaving Sword Sect's cafeteria was far inferior to Jiang Ren's cooking.

"Tsk, tsk, it smells so good, Grandpa Jiang's cooking has improved even more!"

Soon, four small dishes were placed on the table, and Ling Dao poured a bowl of wine for both Jiang Ren and himself. The old and the young ate very happily, and Jiang Ren seemed to have become younger.

"I say, don't put too much pressure on yourself for tomorrow's outer disciples' competition. Although the first place can get the Qi Condensation Pill, you have been in the sect for too short a time. If you don't get first place this time, getting it next time is fine too. Just do your best, don't force it!"

Every time Ling Dao came here, he only ate, drank, and chatted with Jiang Ren, without showing his strength. Jiang Ren still thought Ling Dao was weak, as he was isolated and did not have much information from the outside world.

"Don't worry, Grandpa Jiang, I know my limits!"

Ling Dao smiled and did not make any grand statements. He would give Jiang Ren a pleasant surprise when the time came!

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