Two contrasting sights occurred. Nangong Yuliuâs face immediately darkened in anger whereas Zhao Shiâs face paled in fright.
âSenior Nangong, Junior Chu Feng doesnât mean that!â
Seeing that things were turning awry, Zhao Shi quickly stepped forward and attempted to explain on Chu Fengâs behalf.
Pah!
However, Nangong Yuliu waved his sleeves and landed a resounding slap on Zhao Shiâs face. At the same time, he released his aura, fully displaying his cultivation as a rank nine Utmost Exalted level cultivator.
He had indeed made a breakthrough in his recent closed-door training.
âZhao Shi, are you really Li Muzhiâs lackey? How dare you talk back to me! Are you even worthy of addressing me?â
Nangong Yuliu glared at Zhao Shi, treating the latter as if she was some maid instead of a personal disciple.
âSenior Nangong, I have no intention of rebutting you. Itâs just that...â
Despite being struck in public, Zhao Shi didnât lose her temper at all. Instead, she continued explaining with a subservient attitude.
Tzlala!
But while Zhao Shi was explaining, the crackling of lightning suddenly sounded behind her. Everyone turned their gazes over, only to be shocked by what they saw.
A Lightning Mark had appeared on top of Chu Fengâs forehead, and his body was cloaked in Lightning Armor.
âThis fellow! Heâs actually able to use both the Lightning Mark and the Lightning Armor despite only being at Utmost Exalted level?â
âNo, thatâs not right. Whatâs wrong with his aura? Isnât he supposed to be only a sixth rank Utmost Exalted level cultivator?â
âHis cultivation actually reached rank nine Utmost Exalted level after using the Lightning Mark and Lightning Armor... Doesnât that mean that his cultivation has already reached rank seven Utmost Exalted level?â
âWait a moment, is it possible that the phenomenon earlier on was caused by him?â
The crowd had complicated looks on their faces upon sensing Chu Fengâs aura. They had already heard rumors about his Lightning Mark and Lightning Armor, but his current cultivation had surpassed their expectations.
They couldnât help but recall the terrifying phenomenon they had seen earlier, and that jolted their hearts greatly. The phenomenon was simply too frightening that it rattled them up greatly.
However, Chu Feng couldnât care less about their current thoughts. There was fury burning in his eyes, and they were directed at one personâNangong Yuliu.
âJunior Chu Feng, calm down for a moment!â
Zhao Shi quickly rushed toward Chu Feng and held him tightly, not wanting him to make a move.
âWhatâs with your gaze? Are you intending to make a move against me?â
Even though Chu Fengâs cultivation had reached rank nine Utmost Exalted level as well, Nangong Yuliu didnât think much of him. His eyes were still filled with scorn, showing that he thought little of the other party.
âFor hitting a woman for no reason, you deserve to die,â Chu Feng said.
âVery well, give it a try then. I would like to see which of us is going to die today!â Nangong Yuliu replied disdainfully.
âJunior Chu Feng, calm down! You mustnât make a move here!â
Zhao Shi grabbed onto Chu Feng even tighter as she knew that things would be extremely disadvantageous to Chu Feng if he were to start the fight here.
âIf you dare not do it, just say so. If you really want a fight, would Zhao Shi be able to stop you?â Nangong Yuliu sneered.
âSenior Zhao, you were slapped due to me, so I must get it back for you. Donât blame me for this,â Chu Feng said as he pushed Zhao Shi away.
âHold it right there!â
All of a sudden, a figure rushed forward and blocked Chu Fengâs path. He was no other than Li Muzhi. He grabbed Chu Fengâs wrist tightly, stopping the latter from making a move.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
âNangong Yuliu, as a personal disciple, donât you feel embarrassed for picking on a junior who has just joined our sect not too long ago?â
Lu Long also soon appeared on the scene too.
âLu Long, how in the world am I picking on a junior here? Itâs that insolent Chu Feng who showed an utter lack of respect for his seniors that tried to stir a fight,â Nangong Yuliu sneered.
âYou were the one who provoked me earlier and slapped Senior Zhao. Someone of you isnât worthy of respect,â Chu Feng remarked.
Li Muzhi and Lu Long quickly understood the situation. Based on their understanding of Nangong Yuliu, they were much more inclined to trust Chu Fengâs words.
Li Muzhi patted Chu Fengâs shoulders and said, âJunior Chu Feng, leave this matter to me.â
âLi Muzhi, are you intending to teach me a lesson on Chu Fengâs behalf? It just so happens that I was looking for you too. Itâs about time for you to hand over your position as a Hidden Dragon Disciple!â Nangong Yuliu said.
âIf you want to challenge me, you could have just chosen a date and send a challenge letter openly. I would be more than willing to accept your challenge. However, you have gone overboard by striking Senior Zhao, and you have to give me an explanation for that. Right now, apologize to Senior Zhao!â Li Muzhi said.
âYou want me to apologize to Zhao Shi? What are you going to do if I refuse?â Nangong Yuliu sneered.
With a wave of his sleeves, a streak of light darted toward Li Muzhi. The latter raised his hand to grab the streak of light, only to notice that it was a letter.
âHere is the challenge letter. Three days from now, Iâll be officially challenging you on the Hidden Dragon Combat Ring for your Hidden Dragon Disciple position.â
After saying those words, he turned to Chu Feng and said, âChu Feng, did you think that Li Muzhi would be able to shield you? Heâs already in a difficult position himself. Donât even think that youâll become a second Dugu Lingtian just because you have broken his record once. Itâs nothing more than mere luck. Did you really think that youâre a real prodigy?â
âI, Chu Feng, has never said that Iâm a prodigy, but itâs a fact that itâs my nameâand not yoursâthat is being inscribed on the Snowy Heavenly Peak. Instead of wasting your breath on meaningless provocations, why donât you head there and try to change that name to yours? That would have been a much better way to boost your ego,â Chu Feng sneered in response.
âWhat a joke! You think that youâre everything just because you broke a record. Itâs all mere luck! Donât say that Iâm not giving you a chance to get even! The Blackwater Sixfinger Lake is going to open very soon, and thereâs Dugu Lingtianâs record there too. If you can break the record, Iâll apologize to Zhao Shi and allow her to slap me back ten times. However, if you arenât able to do so, Iâll send you a tablet which you are to carry on you no matter where you go,â Nangong Yuliu sneered.
âJunior Chu, this is a small matter. Iâm fine.â
Zhao Shi quickly spoke up, not wanting Chu Feng to accept this bet.
âChu Feng, arenât you intending to stand up for Zhao Shi? Iâm giving you an opportunity here, but are you backing down out of fear here?â Nangong Yuliu asked.
âVery well, Iâll accept your challenge,â Chu Feng replied.
âAt least you have guts. Since thatâs the case, I shall prepare the tablet right away. You should also prepare yourself too, for youâll be wearing my tablet no matter where you go in the future. You canât be blessed with good luck forever.â
Leaving those words behind, Nangong Yuliu turned around and left.
Lu Long walked over to Chu Fengâs side and exclaimed, âJunior Chu Feng, youâre too reckless! Lord Dugu Lingtianâs record canât possibly be broken that easily, so how could you accept that request?â
âI canât let Senior Zhao get slapped for nothing, right?â Chu Feng replied.