He walked up to Xǔ Chèbái, realizing he was slightly shorter.
Although Xǔ Chèbái really wanted to punch him right now, an uncontrollable smile involuntarily appeared on his face.
Ever since Xǔ Chèbái returned to the family, he had grown up with Xǔ Yìnzé. They hadn't seen each other for three years, until Xǔ Yìnzé joined the XuanLin Pavilion three years ago.
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At this moment, Xǔ Chèyè felt very awkward, as neither of them had noticed him. Xǔ Chèyè felt upset, thinking, 'Cousin Chèbái, I've been looking after you for so long, and besides, why do you seem so familiar with Seventh Uncle!'
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Xǔ Chèbái sent a telepathic message: "The old man told me you got a lot of good stuff from challenging him this time. Most of the XuanLin Pavilion's officials, if not all, probably thought you'd lose! After all, your opponent is a Spirit of Heaven and Earth, and Qín Yuèlián's special abilities haven't been revealed yet, so she's likely very powerful."
"Indeed, the Spirit of Heaven and Earth has a great natural advantage."
"But I think you still have a chance to win."
"I'm so moved by your confidence in me!"
"That's not entirely it. It's just that you dare to kill her, but she might not dare to kill you. After all, this is the XuanLin Pavilion's home ground. I've looked at her information roughly. The Three Beasts Cave Heaven is rumored to be a place where ancient tribal leaders performed sacrifices to heaven. The accumulation of incense and offerings over time gave rise to intelligence, which was accidentally discovered by people from the QuJu Sect. This means Qín Yuèlián is not someone born in a Cave Heaven specifically designed to nurture powerhouses, so she doesn't have as many opportunities to fight as you do, and her combat experience is inferior to yours. These two points are your hopes of victory. However, as Lǐ Dōngshēng's trump card to secure his position as Sect Master, she definitely possesses extraordinary abilities. Moreover, the QuJu Sect dares to release so much information about her, making it feel like they are completely confident in their victory. No wonder those big shots don't think highly of you."
Xǔ Yìnzé listened, and the corners of his mouth curled up. "And there's a 'but,' right?"
"Exactly. This is an opportunity. An opportunity for you to go all out and unleash your potential. The people at XuanLin Pavilion don't understand you. They can only see what you possess now, not the power you hide. I saw Qín Yuèlián's name on the rankings. Kill her, and you will possess her ranking."
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Xǔ Chèbái knew of three ways to obtain a Heavenly Pride Battle Ranking: first, by being listed on it. Second, as in Xǔ Chèbái's case, the person who holds the ranking can transfer it to someone else at a certain cost. Third, by killing the person who holds the ranking and inheriting it.
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Xǔ Chèbái shook his head. "We haven't seen each other for three years, why have you become so violent? There are many heavenly prides. Even if you lose this time, you can meet the next one. What if I get lucky and meet someone who isn't as strong as you but is very fortunate? Wouldn't that be a piece of cake?"
Xǔ Chèbái ignored him. 'This scoundrel is just envious and jealous.'
"Alright, let's go. I expect quite a few people are waiting for you." After saying this, the two started walking down the mountain.
It was then that Xǔ Yìnzé noticed Xǔ Chèyè. "Which branch are you from? Follow behind us."
Xǔ Chèyè excitedly bowed. "From the second branch's third son of the 'Chè' generation, Xǔ Chèyè, pays respects to Seventh Uncle." He then obediently followed behind.
Xǔ Chèyè's heart was filled with excitement: 'Wow, is this Seventh Uncle? He really looks like the Patriarch, handsome and extraordinary. I'll get to see Seventh Uncle display his strength soon, I'm so excited. It's a shame Dad didn't come!'
On the way to the Sect Master Peak, Xǔ Yìnzé imparted some cultivation experience for the Second Realm to Xǔ Chèbái, which benefited him greatly. As expected, geniuses were indeed different.
Xǔ Yìnzé sent a telepathic message: "What kind of ranking did Elder Brother give you?"
"Yellow Tier."
Xǔ Yìnzé showed a contemptuous expression. "So it's the weakest Yellow Ranking. It seems Elder Brother was at the Third Realm cultivation base before he left. Why doesn't my father try to get me a different one? That would save me a lot of trouble."
"Perhaps your father's... ahem... capabilities are too weak. However, it's normal for a father to be inferior to his son, as the student surpasses the master. Just like you, Seventh Uncle, aren't you much stronger than your father? Besides, you have six brothers. If he really got one, how would he divide it, right?"
"You have a point."
Xǔ Chèbái continued to joke. "Seventh Uncle, not only is mine the lowest Yellow Tier, but my permissions are also restricted. Why don't you, elder, think of a way to upgrade my permissions?"
Along the way, the two chatted freely like this, completely unfazed by the upcoming challenge.
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Inside a pavilion on Qingyun Peak, Xǔ Sùjūn lay comfortably on a wooden chair, listening to Jī Rúxuě play music. After Jī Rúxuě finished a piece, she opened her red lips and said, "Jūn Láng, aren't you going to watch?"
Xǔ Sùjūn said lightly, "No need. Excessive affection leads to no good end; indifference leads to a good beginning. He has his own path to walk. Although I am his father, I cannot interfere. That's why I sent him to Zhāng Gǔ. I will wait here and see if he has made any progress in these years."
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Xǔ Chèbái and Xǔ Yìnzé walked side-by-side and entered the Training Ground. The gazes of everyone in the field were instantly drawn to them. Although Xǔ Chèbái was not as handsome as Xǔ Yìnzé, they shared the same aura, the same youthful vigor, and the same sharp edge.
Someone asked, "Who is the person next to disciple Yìnzé?"
Someone replied, "This person travels with disciple Yìnzé, and his eyes are blue. He should be a disciple of the Xu Clan."
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Xǔ Chèbái said, "I wish you victory."
Xǔ Yìnzé nodded. "Thank you for your kind words."
With that, Xǔ Yìnzé walked towards the center of the Training Ground. At this moment, a woman was already standing on one of the arenas – this woman was Qín Yuèlián.
Xǔ Chèbái and Xǔ Chèyè found a deserted corner, preparing to watch the match in peace.
Xǔ Chèyè finally voiced the words he had been holding back. "Cousin Chèbái, you seem very familiar with Uncle Yìnzé!"
Xǔ Chèbái nodded but didn't elaborate. Seeing that Xǔ Chèbái didn't want to talk about it, Xǔ Chèyè didn't press further.
Xǔ Chèbái scanned the people around the Training Ground. There were very few, gathered into clusters. These people possessed a confident radiance that ordinary disciples lacked. They should be the elite disciples of the XuanLin Pavilion. No wonder they could come to watch.
Most disciples of the XuanLin Pavilion were in the Second or Third Realm. Reaching the Foundation Establishment cultivator stage allowed one to serve as an elder, or even a Peak Master or Sect Master.
Standing below the arena was an old woman, her face full of wrinkles, but her hair was still black. This person was an elder from the QuJu Sect who escorted Qín Yuèlián to the XuanLin Pavilion.
Xǔ Chèbái thought to himself: 'It seems the exchange of interests between the two sides went smoothly. These disciples who came likely have backers behind them. They are here to spectate, see if they can gain anything.'