Chapter 89

As Zheng Gang unleashed his move, a powerful surge of primordial energy swept over, the gust of wind it brought along already reaching Lu Xuan's face, causing his hair to flutter.

However, under everyone's watchful eyes, Lu Xuan maintained his previous posture. If it weren't for the calm expression on his face, the disciples might have thought that Lu Xuan was stunned by Zheng Gang's fierce attack.

At this critical moment, Lu Xuan finally moved!

The long sword, which had been pointed downward, suddenly rose, the tip of the sword instantly locking onto Zheng Gang, and he suddenly exerted force with his feet!

The Blink Sword Technique!

As calm as a virgin, as swift as a hare, this described Lu Xuan's current state. No one could see how Lu Xuan moved, but he did.

The moment Lu Xuan moved, Zheng Gang's powerful strike finally came down. As his blade descended, "Lu Xuan" was instantly split apart, but unfortunately, what he hit was just a shadow. Lu Xuan's movement was so fast that it even left a residual image at the original spot.

With a single slash, Zheng Gang landed, but he dared not move a muscle, for he felt a chill on his neck.

Without looking, he knew what it was—a sword, the other end of which was held by Lu Xuan. Now, his life was completely in Lu Xuan's hands. If Lu Xuan made a slight cut, everything he had would vanish, all his glory and status would be gone.

"You, you can't kill me. I am the son of Elder Zheng of the Blade Sect, a genius of the Wind Sword Sect, destined to become a core disciple... If you kill me, you won't be off the hook either..." Zheng Gang tried to maintain his composure, but his trembling voice betrayed him.

Before he could finish, he felt the sword on his neck tremble, immediately scaring him into silence.

"Sorry, my primordial energy is running low, and I can't hold the sword steady. Don't provoke me, I'm afraid I might do something wrong if I get nervous," Lu Xuan's voice came, tinged with a hint of mockery.

Hearing Lu Xuan's words, Zheng Gang couldn't help but curse in his heart. What did running out of primordial energy have to do with not being able to hold the sword steady? With Lu Xuan's Fifth Stage Body Tempering strength, even without using any primordial energy, he could lift over a thousand pounds with his physical strength alone. Holding a mere long sword was child's play.

But Zheng Gang naturally didn't dare say these words. If Lu Xuan really trembled... Zheng Gang was almost in tears; he never thought he would be so close to death.

As the two spoke, the other disciples finally came to their senses. The scene had been too fast. Just a moment ago, they saw Zheng Gang strike Lu Xuan with great might, but in that split second, they only saw a flash of sword light. Zheng Gang's attack missed, and Lu Xuan's sword was already at Zheng Gang's neck.

"Is... is Lu Xuan the winner?"

"Of course! Are you blind? Didn't you see Zheng Gang's life in Lu Xuan's hands? By the way... did anyone see Lu Xuan's sword just now?"

"I didn't see it, but I know it was amazing! I should have chosen the Sword Sect back then, I regret it now!"

"Lu Xuan is too strong, I'm really impressed. He said one sword, and it was really just one sword. I even thought he was going to lose."

...

After a brief silence, a loud discussion began among the disciples. This was the first time they truly saw Lu Xuan in action. Although they were impressed by his results before, they hadn't seen the actual combat. Now, after this one sword, they no longer doubted his abilities.

"Lu Xuan, quickly release Zheng Gang! Disciples' sparring should not be lethal! Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless!" Concerned for his son's life, Elder Zheng, disregarding everything else, hurriedly shouted.

Lu Xuan ignored Elder Zheng's words and made the Sword of Yearning tremble slightly on Zheng Gang's neck. "You weren't convinced, right? Are you convinced now?"

"Convinced, convinced!" Zheng Gang swallowed hard and quickly replied.

"You said the Sword Sect has no one. Now, tell me, does the Sword Sect have anyone?"

"Yes, yes!" Zheng Gang dared not disobey Lu Xuan's words. If Lu Xuan really wanted to kill him, even his father wouldn't be able to save him in time.

Seeing Zheng Gang's cooperation, Lu Xuan's voice grew louder, loud enough for everyone to hear.

"Then tell me, is the Sword Sect stronger or the Blade Sect?"

Facing Lu Xuan's question, Zheng Gang hesitated slightly, but as the sword pressed closer to his neck, he no longer dared to hesitate. "Of course, the Sword Sect is stronger."

"Louder, I can't hear you. Be careful, I might tremble," Lu Xuan said lazily.

Zheng Gang steeled his heart, closed his eyes, and shouted loudly, "Of course, the Sword Sect is stronger!"

Seeing Zheng Gang's state, the disciples of the other sects shook their heads. This time, the Blade Sect's honor was completely tarnished. But it couldn't be blamed on anyone else; it was all due to Zheng Gang's arrogance. Who made him provoke Lu Xuan?

At this moment, the Blade Sect members were filled with anger, and Elder Zheng's face was black. Now he realized that Lu Xuan had no intention of killing Zheng Gang; he just wanted to use Zheng Gang to humiliate the Blade Sect!

Compared to the Blade Sect's humiliation, the Sword Sect, from Elder Cheng down, burst into laughter.

This move by Lu Xuan greatly boosted the Sword Sect's reputation. As for offending the Blade Sect, Elder Cheng wasn't afraid. Would the Blade Sect stop excluding the Sword Sect if Lu Xuan didn't do this? Moreover, with Lu Xuan, he was confident in competing with the Blade Sect!

Hearing the laughter from the Sword Sect, Zheng Gang's face turned red with shame and anger, but to save his life, he endured it. He kept comforting himself, "A gentleman's revenge is ten years late. I'll save my life first."

"Alright, Lu Xuan, release Zheng Gang. You've won this battle, and no one will doubt it," Elder Jin finally spoke up to defuse the situation. After all, he was the one who presided over this duel and couldn't let Lu Xuan really kill Zheng Gang.

Moreover, he could see that Lu Xuan had no intention of killing Zheng Gang; otherwise, the sword would have pierced his throat instead of just resting on his neck.

With Elder Jin's words, Lu Xuan had to give him face and slowly withdrew the Sword of Yearning, smiling slightly at Zheng Gang. "I was just joking with you, Brother Zheng. I hope you don't take it to heart."

Hearing Lu Xuan's words, Zheng Gang's face twitched, and he forced a smile. "Hehe, hehe, I don't take it to heart, naturally I don't take it to heart..."

Lu Xuan then showed a relieved expression. "Good, as long as you don't take it to heart. But, Brother Zheng, the thousand contribution points you offered are mine now. Thank you, thank you."

With that, Lu Xuan turned and walked toward the Sword Sect. This time, he had completely offended the Blade Sect, but so what? He would offend them sooner or later anyway.