I Can Destroy Planets with My Psychokinesis-Chapter 198. Kunlun

The fragrance of the Spiritual Tea was invigorating, subconsciously intoxicating to one who partook of its essence.

Yet Lu Li and Xiao Cha, who drank it daily, were composed at the moment, showing no signs of impropriety.

Witnessing this, Xia Weiyun and Nan Jiping recalled the intelligence that described this young man as being from a wealthy overseas family—a claim that now seemed to hold truth.

Nan Jiping served more tea to the two guests, saying,

"My young friend, do you know that this public martial arts competition is a common ruse by the Chuyun people?

Aside from Jinmen, Hu State, Guang Sui... all the major trading ports host such events.

The aim is to defeat Shen Zhou Martial Artists in front of a large audience, promoting ’Bloodline Theory,’ asserting the superiority of Chuyun blood, while disparaging our own lineage."

Lu Li nodded and said, "It’s nothing more than a battle of perceptions."

"A battle of perceptions... You’re right," sighed Nan Jiping.

"Regrettably, we didn’t realize this at the beginning. By the time we came to our senses, many actually started to believe that the Chuyun bloodline is superior, that it is destined, that we shouldn’t resist.

The Chuyun Emperor is cunning indeed, appearing to make a casual move yet always revealing his influence years later, catching us off guard."

Hearing this, Lu Li’s expression shifted as he asked,

"Mr. Nan, what do you think the Chuyun Emperor is like?"

The experienced leader might well have insights on their future enemy.

"He is extremely adept at utilizing power and people!"

Nan Jiping’s face showed deep wariness:

"He has a marvelous grasp on the bigger picture, always leading Chuyun to gain the most advantage, as if he can foresee the future. His strategy against Shen Zhou is like slowly nibbling away, steadily annexing territory, step by step—a profound threat to our hearts and minds!"

At this point, Xia Weiyun added,

"His origins are mysterious. It’s said he wasn’t originally a member of the Chuyun Imperial Family, climbing his way to the top through exceptional strategies until he seized the throne."

The two took turns speaking while Lu Li listened in silence.

Xia Weiyun looked at him, thinking: This man comes from overseas and is worldly; he must have some perspective on the current situation.

Therefore, the Beautiful Nun poured more tea for Lu Li and earnestly asked for his thoughts,

"Shen Zhou is in dire straits. Young Master Lu, what guidance can you offer me?"

It was a question testing one’s knowledge, normally requiring analysis and answers from multiple perspectives like politics, economics, and international affairs.

Everyone pricked up their ears, anticipating a profound discourse.

But after pondering, Lu Li said, "Concentrate power within oneself, vanquish the strong, and annihilate their kind."

"..."

He meant: strive to cultivate to become stronger and then eliminate the enemy.

Such straightforward simplicity left them somewhat speechless.

Yet this was truly what Lu Li believed, and he was earnestly striving towards this goal.

Simple and straightforward... but also the most direct and effective method."

At that moment, it was the eldest, Nan Jiping, who first caught on, lamenting,

"Alas, the descendants are unfilial, having lost the treasures passed down by our ancestors. If only the ’Kunlun Sect’ had preserved even a shred of its legacy, a single ’Elemental Magnetic Divine Thunder’ could demolish that wretched island of Chuyun!"

Xia Weiyun said helplessly, "That Elemental Magnetic Divine Thunder of yours seems to have grown more powerful—didn’t you say last time it was just for leveling hilltops..."

Nan Jiping matter-of-factly replied, "Of course, the higher the cultivation, the stronger the power."

The two chatted casually, as if bickering, and failed to see the sparkle in Lu Li’s eyes!

He flashed a smile and casually asked, "Mr. Nan, you have ties to the Kunlun Sect?"

This question brought a glow to Nan Jiping’s face as he explained,

"When I was young, I served under Governor Guan. Back then, he had no money to pay his troops while defending the artillery batteries, so he gave me a Kunlun Secret Book... Studying it benefited me for life. I’m perhaps half a disciple of the Kunlun Sect."

"Is that so," Lu Li said, nodding with a smile...

Xiao Cha quietly added, "Governor Guan, that’s Guan Tianpei, Mr. Guan."

This was about a national hero, and Lu Li felt a surge of respect.

At the same time, he wondered: The Kunlun Sect, the Kunlun Secret Book, the Kunlun Mirror—could there be a connection?

Xia Weiyun, on the other hand, felt some exasperation with the subject.

She had seen that secret manual before, incomplete and rudimentary; it simply discussed several terrifying spells, resembling more the mythical stories of ancient times, unrelated to Master Nan’s knowledge.

Xia Weiyun secretly speculated, "Perhaps, Master Nan values this book merely because of Governor Guan’s connection..."

At that moment, Nan Jiping added more tea for Lu Li and advised,

"The Chuyun side is sure to send their best, young friend must be very careful."

For some reason, he felt inexplicably drawn to this youth.

Lu Li replied seriously, "Thank you for the reminder, I’ll keep it in mind."

No sooner had he spoken than Xiao Cha signaled with her eyes.

Lu Li immediately knew it was time to leave; after all, the pot of Spiritual Tea was empty.

The two promptly took their leave, while Nan Jiping and Xia Weiyun stood to see them off.

The conversation had been quite congenial. They exchanged pleasantries as they walked out of the house, where people queued up for incense, bustling as ever.

With a flash of insight, Xia Weiyun asked, "Young Master Lu practices Refining God and Sitting Forget? Can you make incense?"

"I don’t know how to make incense."

Upon hearing such a response from Lu Li, Xia Weiyun felt a twinge of disappointment.

But Lu Li immediately followed up with, "However, I can help acquire some, but it will take a few days."

Xia Weiyun was overjoyed, "That’s fantastic! Please purchase it on my behalf, the more the better!"

Lu Li nodded and left with Xiao Cha.

Xia Weiyun breathed a sigh of relief, "It must be an overseas channel; it should alleviate some of our urgent needs."

Nan Jiping, rubbing his lower back, said:

"Then calm your mind and prepare well for the martial competition. The Chuyun people, knowing that you will compete, will surely have their strategies ready."

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On the way home, Lu Li asked Xiao Cha, "The Kunlun Sect mentioned by Mr. Nan, have you heard of it?"

Xiao Cha shook her head, "I haven’t, perhaps an ancient sect? There were several major calamities during the Han and Tang dynasties, with many sects wiped out."

Lu Li nodded, saying nothing more, simply pondering the possibility of borrowing the book from Nan Jiping later.

The Life and Death Arena was the day after tomorrow.

Yet the joyful times always seemed so fleeting.

Lu Li was munching on grapefruits and peaches, and before he knew it, the day of the competition arrived.

On February 15th, the day of Awakening from Hibernation,

Xiao Cha left early in the morning with her subordinates to maintain order on East Road.

Wanqing and Tong Shao settled into the back seat of a Cadillac, ready to head to the venue to watch the battle.

Lu Li, smoothing the young girl’s pigtail, reminded her:

"The scene might be a bit bloody; is it okay for her to go?"

Tong Shao eagerly protested, "I’m not afraid! I want to cheer for you! I want to watch!"

Wanqing gently said, "Let’s all go together; getting some early experience is not a bad thing."

Lu Li had, after all, allowed Jessica to shoot and kill before, so naturally, he said no more.

They set off together!

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East Road was a bustling commercial street, so holding a martial arts competition here really attracted the attention of the multitudes.

When Lu Li arrived, all he could see was a sea of people.

Not only were the streets filled, but people also packed into and onto surrounding buildings.

The surface of the Hai River to the east was likewise crowded with boats.

Even more outrageous were the numerous hot air balloons drifting overhead, each with a viewing cabin suspended beneath.

"What an incredible scene."

Lu Li couldn’t help but remark, then just happened to catch sight of his opponent entering the arena.

A man and two women, three handsome and beautiful young people, approached.

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