The Prodigies War-Chapter 2738 Duel
The hall once again fell completely silent. After all, they no longer had the final say in the current Origin Sect Ancestral Court, and they could not openly hinder or discourage Lin Xun's breakthrough.
Otherwise, if they pushed the other influential figures of the Origin Sect to their limits, anything could happen. This was not something they could afford.
Suddenly, Qi Xiaoyun said, "Send Qi Lingzhen and the others to find Lin Xun. They should have a good chat with Lin Xun tonight."
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Ninth Peak.
"Peak Master, I've implicated you and the other senior brothers and sisters."
Lin Xun bowed and apologized to Qin Wuyu. After returning from Scripture Mountain, he went straight back to the Ninth Peak and immediately came to pay his respects to Qin Wuyu.
Compared to seven months ago, Qin Wuyu now looked noticeably more fatigued. Clearly, being impeached by Qi Xiaoyun and the other important figures of the sect had dealt him a heavy blow.
"Neither I nor Ye Chunjun nor the other disciples blame you for this matter. If you truly wish to repay us, then focus on achieving a breakthrough tomorrow and reach immortality in one fell swoop!"
Qin Wuyu continued solemnly, "Don't fall for their tricks. Their motive is clear: they're simply trying to influence your state of mind and hinder your breakthrough."
Lin Xun casually said, "Peak Master, don't worry. I'm over ninety percent certain of breaking through, so I won't let them succeed."
Qin Wuyu was stunned as he gazed at the young man’s calm and tranquil expression. Reaching the Immortal Stage was a monumental step, so who could ever claim that they had over a ninety percent chance of reaching it?
Despite that, Lin Xun just said it so casually, as if achieving immortality was a piece of cake for him. This felt strange.
"Don't be careless," Qin Wuyu warned after a moment's deliberation.
Lin Xun smiled and nodded in agreement.
At this moment, Qin Ruoling approached from a distance and announced quickly, "Father, Qi Lingzhen, the first-ranked disciple of the Origin Sky Pavilion, and several others have come to our Ninth Peak to see Junior Brother Lin Xun."
Qin Wuyu narrowed his eyes and declared decisively, "No, see them off."
Lin Xun was going to attempt his breakthrough tomorrow, and these people had suddenly arrived tonight. Clearly, they had ulterior motives!
"Please wait." Seeing that Qin Ruoling was about to leave, Lin Xun interjected, "I'll go meet with them and see what they have to say."
Qin Wuyu frowned. "Lin Xun, this isn't the time to act rashly!"
"Peak Master, don't worry. I know my limits. After all, I'm also a disciple of the Origin Sky Pavilion now. If I refuse to see them, it would only make me appear timid and afraid of them." Lin Xun smiled and turned away.
"This brat..." Qin Wuyu felt somewhat helpless.
Qin Ruoling whispered, "Father, I think Junior Brother Lin Xun's actions only further prove his confidence, that he's no longer afraid of external interference. If he continues to retreat, it will only make it clear that his state of mind isn't strong enough. Even if he certifies his Immortal dao, he'll likely make a mistake during the process."
Qin Wuyu was startled by this, then pondered for a moment before finally letting go. Patting his daughter's shoulder with relief, he said, "Girl, you're right. Those with a heart as solid as a rock are not afraid of the winds."
Outside the Ninth Peak's mountain gate, Qi Lingzhen, Zhongli Ran, Gu Shaoyin, and Fu Chaosheng stood side by side.
There were currently thirty-seven disciples in the Origin Sky Pavilion, and five of them had reached the Immortal Stage. Everyone present here was a part of that group of Immortals
Qi Lingzhen was considered the Origin Sky Pavilion's top disciple, so he held the greatest influence among his fellow disciples. He was imposing, heroic, and handsome. Clad in a bright yellow robe, an aura of immortal laws lingered around him, making him resemble a deity descending upon the earth. His presence was awe-inspiring.
Anyone who beheld him would likely be struck with awe. After all, among immortal-level experts, Qi Lingzhen, with only three thousand years of cultivation, could be considered extremely young.
Beside him, Zhongli Ran, Gu Shaoyin, and Fu Chaosheng each possessed their own unique charm and prestige. As Immortals, their strength was no less than that of the older generation.
As Lin Xun emerged from the mountain gate, he noticed his fellow disciples from the Origin Sky Pavilion. Their expressions were calm and composed. At the same time, Qi Lingzhen and the others immediately gazed at him in a way that clearly showed they were scrutinizing him carefully.
In fact, this was their first meeting.
"What did you want to see me for?" Lin Xun was the first to break the silence.
"You won't even call me Senior Brother? You seem quite resentful of us for coming to see you this time." Zhongli Ran chuckled. He was a tall figure, dressed in a purple robe, carrying a spear. He exuded a domineering and fierce aura.
"In name, we are indeed fellow senior and junior brothers, but since there's no one else here there's no need to pretend. Do you truly believe I consider you all as my good friends?" Lin Xun responded casually.
Zhongli Ran narrowed his eyes slightly and said, "You're quite the straightforward one. Then I might as well be frank. Feng Qixi and Liu Yunfeng were punished on the orders of Deputy Pavilion Master Fu Wenli, and I was the one who instigated it. Do you want to know how they were punished?"
He no longer concealed the provoking tone in his voice.
Lin Xun said calmly, "No matter how severe the punishment, as long as they're not dead, I'll seek justice for them later."
Zhongli Ran chuckled, his expression tinged with disdain. "Junior Brother, you haven't even embarked on the path to immortality, yet you're so arrogant. Aren't you afraid of eating your words later on?"
"Is that all? You’ve all only come here to spout some nonsense?" Lin Xun also laughed. "If that's the case, then I wouldn't mind chatting with you. You're Zhongli Ran, right? You look a bit like Zhongli Xiao. Do you want to know how I killed him?"
Zhongli Ran's face darkened, and a murderous look lingered in his eyes. Zhongli Xiao had been his younger half-brother!
Lin Xun ignored him and looked at Gu Shaoyin, smiling, "Gu Shaoyin, you must be from the Gu Clan. I remember killing quite a few powerful members of the Gu Clan over the years, but I can't recall their names right now. Could you help me jog my memory a little?"
Gu Shaoyin was stunned for a moment, then his expression also darkened.
However, before he could say anything, Lin Xun turned his gaze to Fu Chaosheng and said, "As far as I know, there's no Immortal Imperial Clan called the Fu Clan in the Seventh and Eighth Heaven Domains, yet you're able to associate with them. It seems you’ve got quite some skills."[1] 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎
Fu Chaosheng frowned, unsure whether Lin Xun was praising or scolding him.
"However, in my opinion, people like you are basically the puppets of the Immortal Imperial Clans, charging into battle wherever they point. Truly pathetic." Lin Xun sighed as he continued, "You're already an Immortal, a disciple of the Origin Sky Pavilion. Such dazzling accomplishments, yet you've become someone else's pawn. How humiliating!"
Fu Chaosheng's face instantly darkened. Lin Xun's targeted barbs had hit him where it hurt the most. After all, it was the truth. He had long been chosen by the Qi Clan and had been brought to the Eighth Heaven Domain to cultivate. Later on, he had entered the Origin Sect and became a disciple of the Origin Sky Pavilion. However, everything had been arranged by the Qi Clan.
The reason the Qi Clan viewed him with such high esteem was because his foundation and talent were truly monstrous and abnormal. In return, he naturally followed the Qi Clan's lead.
However, in Lin Xun’s perspective, he had become a pawn of the Qi Clan, which was a humiliating position.
When Lin Xun glanced at Qi Lingzhen, the latter seemed to know Lin Xun wasn't going to say anything nice so he immediately butted in, "How much more nonsense do you plan to tell us?"
Lin Xun shook his head and smiled, "That's up to all of you. I don't know why you all came here. I thought you were just trying to enjoy this beautiful night to have a chat with me."
Qi Lingzhen and the others frowned. At this moment, Lin Xun was acting like a reckless, unrestrained person, his words sarcastic and irritating.
Taking a deep breath, Qi Lingzhen stated calmly, "We've come here to tell you one thing."
"Go ahead," said Lin Xun.
Qi Lingzhen continued, "Half a year ago, a force left the Eternal True Realm, crossed numerous planes of the universe, and visited where you came from."
His voice was long and drawn out. The others' eyes were fixed on Lin Xun.
Lin Xun remained silent for a moment, his expression impassive. He then asked, "And then?"
Qi Lingzhen said seriously, "It's said that your hometown is in a place called the lower realm. It's truly remote and difficult to find. Fortunately, their efforts paid off, and they finally arrived there."
He then stared at Lin Xun, only to be disappointed to find that his expression hadn't changed at all.
"Continue," Lin Xun said.
Qi Lingzhen laughed heartily, saying, "That's all. I'm sure you've already guessed something. If we continue and it affects your attempt at certifying your Immortal dao tomorrow, we'll feel deeply sorry."
Zhongli Ran, Gu Shaoyin, and Fu Chaosheng also laughed, their eyes grim and filled with malice. At this moment, a terrifying murderous aura suddenly emanated from Lin Xun, like an overwhelming storm, charging through the heavens and earth, causing the surrounding void to hum and wail.
From the Ninth Peak, a cry of surprise rang out, and the sound of something breaking through the air whizzed towards them. Following them, Qin Wuyu, Mo Lanshan, Qin Ruoling, and the others appeared. Seeing the visibly enraged Lin Xun, their faces darkened, their hearts tensing.
At that moment, his handsome face was filled with murderous intent, his eyes dark and cold, as if he was ready to go on a rampage and devour at any moment!
In the distance, Qi Lingzhen and the others smiled cheerfully, revealing a sense of ease and complacency. This also made Qin Wuyu furious. However, before he could speak, Lin Xun stopped him, saying, "Peak Master, let me have a good chat with these senior brothers."
His voice was eerily calm.
"Ha, did you hear that? Our Junior Brother Lin Xun finally calls us senior brothers. How unusual!" Zhongli Ran said with a smile.
Qi Lingzhen said leisurely, "Junior Brother, do you have anything else to say? We're all ears."
They had fully witnessed Lin Xun's loss of composure, so they felt a surge of relief and glee. They had already achieved their purpose in visiting tonight!
"All that you do is for the sake of destroying me. Similarly, I wish to annihilate you one by one. So, Senior Brothers, do you all dare to challenge me to a duel in the Heaven’s Judgment Arena?"
As Lin Xun spoke, the murderous intent that had surged through him vanished, leaving him as calm as before. However, it was the kind of calm that made people feel on edge!
1. The Fu in Fu Chaosheng’s name is 傅, which is different from the Immortal Giant Fu Clan, which is 符. ☜
