Chapter 68 – Big Explosion! A Century of Cultivation!

Jianghai Martial Arts Academy, Martial Arts Plaza.

The atmosphere on site was fervent, with cheers echoing throughout the academy.

“Let that brat show off! Now he knows how formidable our Jianghai is!” In the spectator stands, Xia He watched as the Grassland master and disciple slinked away in disgrace, immediately starting to gloat.

It was as if he, not Li Zixuan, had been the one to defeat Huyan Jian just moments before.

Beside him, Qin Yang remained silent, merely shifting to a more comfortable leaning position as he began silently calling out to the damned system.

No need to overthink it.

After such a long silence without response, the damned system must have been shocked into freezing again…

“System, speak!”

Qin Yang called out repeatedly in his mind.

After what felt like ages, he finally heard the system’s trembling voice.

Ding!

“Incredible! The host merely dispatched a disciple and actually succeeded in defeating the Sword Demon! Reward multiplied a hundredfold!

“Congratulations to the host for obtaining a century of cultivation! Upon absorption, you will directly reach the Peak Grandmaster Realm!”

“Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Emperor-Class Movement Martial Art, ‘Close at Hand, Yet Worlds Apart’!”

“Congratulations to the host for obtaining one volume of the Profound Heaven Pill Scripture!”

The stream of wonderful rewards came one after another.

Qin Yang took large gulps of his soda, chewing popcorn, finally feeling satisfied.

“But this time, there’s actually a movement martial art too?”

Thinking this, Qin Yang was somewhat surprised and briefly checked the rewards.

First.

One volume of the Profound Heaven Pill Scripture contained numerous alchemy techniques, integrating the lifelong accumulated wisdom of ancient alchemists.

The other Emperor-Class Martial Art, “Close at Hand, Yet Worlds Apart,” was even more remarkable.

It directly involved the profound mysteries of Space Law!

Those who master it can break through spatial boundaries, freely traversing the void. With a single step, the ends of the world become as close as next door!

After roughly reviewing the rewards.

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Qin Yang instantly felt disinterested. Yawning, he said to Xia He beside him:

“I’m heading off first, you can keep watching.”

“Eh? Old Qin, you’re leaving already?”

Xia He was taken aback, looking at Li Zixuan on the Martial Arts Stage and puzzling, “Really not going to wait a bit longer? When Li Zixuan passes by later, you might even get her autograph!

After this match, her status is sure to skyrocket. It’ll be hard for you to see her again in the future, you know!”

“Tch~”

Hearing this, Qin Yang rolled his eyes and said irritably, “Not interested. When you go asking for an autograph later, don’t use my name. I’m heading back.”

With that, he turned and left his seat, alone, weaving through the boisterous crowd.

Without the slightest hesitation.

Leaving Xia He alone on the spot, utterly bewildered.

……………..

Center of the Martial Arts Plaza.

Bathed in cheers, Li Zixuan leisurely descended the long stairs of the Martial Arts Stage, her steps light and graceful.

Just a few steps after leaving the stage, she was immediately surrounded by junior students.

“Great work, senior sister! You’ve restored the prestige of our Jianghai City. That move earlier was so cool!”

“Well fought! I think Huyan Jian’s eyes were even reddened, almost shedding tears!”

“That arrogant guy deserved to be driven away by everyone!!”

“Senior sister, have you considered teaching classes? Cost is no problem……”

“……”

Chattering discussions arose around Li Zixuan. The junior students gazed at her, their eyes shining brightly, full of admiration and reverence.

They had clearly made her their new idol.

“Alright, everyone disperse. Let Xuan Xuan rest properly.”At that moment, Elder Li approached Li Zixuan with his hands behind his back, shooing away the surrounding students.

As his words fell,

the other students immediately showed disappointment on their faces. However, given Elder Li’s esteemed reputation, they couldn’t say much and could only disperse reluctantly.

Soon after,

the nearby area was cleared.

“Xuan Xuan, you’ve worked hard during this period.”

Elder Li looked at Li Zixuan and spoke, his expression gentle and kind.

“Teacher, you’re exaggerating. This is what a student ought to do.”

Li Zixuan nodded lightly. “It was only a narrow victory, hardly worth your mention.”

“This was no narrow victory, Xuan Xuan. It was a complete domination.”

Hearing this, Elder Li smiled warmly. “The power of your swordplay has long surpassed Huyan Jian’s Myriad Swords Return.”

As he spoke, he stroked his white beard and couldn’t help but ask, “Xuan Xuan, I might be somewhat abrupt, but I still wish to ask—where did this swordplay of yours come from?”

“Hmm?”

Upon hearing this, Li Zixuan’s guard instantly went up.

Asking about the origin of her swordplay?

She had previously sworn before her master!

She would never reveal even a hint of information to outsiders, to prevent disturbing his peace.

Even if Elder Li asked, she would not break this vow.

“Don’t want to say it…”

Seeing Li Zixuan hesitate, Elder Li shook his head with a light laugh and waved his hand. “Then there’s no need to say it, Xuan Xuan. I won’t force you. This is your destined opportunity, and I am very pleased for you.”

“Mm, thank you, Teacher.”

Li Zixuan breathed a sigh of relief.

“Let’s go, Xuan Xuan. I’ve arranged a celebration banquet. It’s time for you to relax properly.”

Elder Li said with a smile, taking in all of Li Zixuan’s subtle expressions.

This silly girl is still too young.

In fact, he had already vaguely guessed it was related to the Jianghai Sword God.

But since Li Zixuan didn’t wish to disclose more, it was of little consequence. The truth would eventually come to light on its own.

Meanwhile, as Li Zixuan’s duel concluded, the top ten trending searches on the internet were completely dominated by headlines related to Jianghai City!

It must be known,

this match had been live-streamed across the entire network, attracting the attention of hundreds of millions of people.

Countless witnesses had beheld Li Zixuan’s elegance of breaking ten thousand techniques with a single sword.

In an instant, intense rumors and commotion spread from the streets and alleys of Jianghai City all the way to the upper echelons of the Imperial Capital, causing a nationwide uproar!

……

……

Jianghai Hotel, Room One.

“Master, I have brought shame upon you!”

Huyan Jian knelt before Yuwen Xuan, his head bowed, all traces of his former arrogance long gone.

“Rise, my disciple.”

Yuwen Xuan, slightly bent at the waist, extended his aged hand and gently helped Huyan Jian up from the ground. “It’s merely one defeat; it’s of little consequence.”

“But…”

Huyan Jian hesitated, his face full of shame. “I’ve disgraced you, Master. I have never been defeated before.”

“It’s fine, just a challenge after all.”

Yuwen Xuan chuckled softly, rubbing the Agate Bracelet. “Lately, your state of mind has grown increasingly arrogant. A defeat might serve as a tempering experience; it could very well be a good thing.

Victory and defeat are but fleeting clouds; a hundred years from now, nothing will remain. Only by focusing on the Sword Dao can we find our redemption.”

“Yes, Master.”

Hearing this, Huyan Jian kept his head down, his expression lackluster, still struggling to let it go.

Noticing this, Yuwen Xuan smiled and asked, “What? Still upset about losing to a young girl?””Hmm.”

Huyan Jian responded softly.

“Haha, my disciple, there’s no shame in losing to that young girl.”

“Why do you say that, Master?”

“Because that girl’s background is no simple matter either…”

Yuwen Xuan said coldly, gazing at the night view of Jianghai City outside the window, his eyes seeming to penetrate everything.

“She is most likely the direct disciple of the Jianghai Sword God!”

(End of Chapter)