10 SPAR

Jiang Chen then listened to everything his brothers said about the changes happened in the city since then.

After his brothers left Jiang Chen decided to take rest. He slept like a log for whole day and was woken up next day by arrival of his uncle.

Jiang Chen's second uncle Jiang Yun was also an Mortal rank blacksmith. He usually doesn't stay home he mostly like Aunt Bing moves around the country bringing business and necessities from other cities.

Jiang Chen was surprised to see his uncle in his court yard.

Jiang Yun "So you are already a Human ranked black smith?" he asked surprised.

Jiang Chen nodded in agreement .

Jiang Yun "Good. " Jiang Yun extended a small bottle to Jiang Chen.

Jiang Yun "Purification pill .I reserved one for you. I got them from River Bone city."

Jiang Chen was hesitant to take it he hasn't used any pills till now for cultivation and he know this pill is rare and expensive.

Jiang Yun "Don't shy everyone received one. Only you were away so I couldn't give it you early on."

Jiang Chen silently nodded his head and took the bottle from his uncle.

Jiang Yun " I guess you would have rough idea on what is happening around the city."

Jiang Chen "Uncle but it has nothing to do with us right . Both families are maintaining distance not trying to involve us."

Jiang Yun "That is what everyone think. Only idiots will believe it. No one will ignore a force with three peak martial soldiers in it."

Jiang Yun "Our numbers may be less but our quality is top notch. We didn't have many geniuses but every member we got are above average and no less than a genius."

Jiang Yun "Now your arrival will trigger a series of events. You have to be prepared for everything."

Jiang Chen "I will not let family down."

Jiang Yun simply smiled "That is not in your hand right now. We have only one thing to ask of you."

Jiang Yun "You are eldest son of Jiang house hold ,you are the de facto leader of our younger generation no one disagrees upon this. You are most talented , calm headed ,intelligent and mature of all of them. So you are responsible for all of your seven brothers and sisters. It may look simple but you should keep it in your heart. We ask of nothing your only responsibility is your brothers and sisters."

Jiang Chen was scared hearing this ,why would Second stress so much on it.

Jiang Chen "Second uncle is something big happening?"

Jiang Yun smiled "Who knows? There are always things happening so we can't be sure about anything. So there is nothing wrong in being prepared. Even elder brother got to take our responsibility when he was younger. I heard father told him the same sentences I am telling you today." he said winking at Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen smiled there was lot of meaning in what he said ,to put it blunt that younger generation has nothing to do with senior generation now. Both of them should act independently. But it was only in case of crisis though.

Jiang Yun then gave a jade belt to Jiang Chen, Jiang Chen knew what it is .It is a storage belt that can store few items in it .

Jiang family had three such belts ,one was with the old ancestor then second was with current family patriarch that is his father third was said to be for next patriarch in line which he is getting now.All major families have similar arrangement.

So jade belt indicates a particular status in the River spring city. Jiang Chen did not need any storage device as he has his Natal Palace. But this Jade belt is gonna be useful to hide the presence of that secret of his.

Generally there should have been a ceremony for this but Jiang family decided to not make it big,so Jiang Yun did the ceremony.

Jiang Chen refined the space belt according to Jiang Yun's instructions. Inside space was not that big it was just over 5 cubic meters but it was sufficient for him . Inside there were few books and manuals. Few stacks of gold bills and golden coins and demonic cores of various grades and medicines.

Jiang Yun "Now you have authority over it .You decide on what each of your siblings get."

Jiang Chen nodded. These are all his clan's martial techniques and blacksmith techniques .There are also cultivation experiences of experts of the clan.

Jiang Yun left after discussing some things. Jiang Chen then took the black pill in his hands and observed it for few moments. Its a body purifying pill that purifies body from external impurities,Jiang Chen know of its importance he needed it now.

Jiang Chen slowly took the pill and swallowed it and then started circulating his heavenly energy. There was acute pain all over his body slowly it passed all over his body. After almost half a day Jiang Chen vomited some black liquid .impurities in his body.

Next day Jiang Chen was strolling around the city as he has not been here for period of time, he was being accompanied by few of his clansmen from his generation. The news that Jiang Chen already reached 4th stage martial disciple and human rank blacksmith already spread all over the city. Jiang Chen received good attention where ever he went. He was not same child he was few years back now he have a well toned body and perfectly carver muscles that one can notice even under clothing. He was looking like a deity in his pure white robes.

Jiang Chen "Where are Lingyue and others?" Jiang Lingyue was same age as Jiang Chen he already reached Martial Disciple.

Jiang Feng "He is at Martial grounds I guess."

Jiang Chen "Martial Grounds?"

Jiang Feng " This is Bai families initiative. They opened it for training martial disciples."

Jiang Chen was stern hearing this then how did Lingyue enter it.

Jiang Tong "First brother there are no restrictions for entering. Even city lords family come there for practicing and spars." he replied understanding Jiang Chen's concern.

Jiang Feng "Elder brother it is just a place for Bai Mo to show off. He shows of his superior skills there."

Jiang Chen "I guess it would be an interesting place ,lets go there."

Jiang Chen went along with the crew.

Jiang Feng "Brother are you going to fight."

Jiang Chen "I will be dragged." Jiang Chen just chuckled.

As Jiang Chen entered huge training ground he could see over a dozen arena's in it and below there are many people training. He could see many familiar faces .Shangguan twins are training in an arena ,he even saw Bai Mo in central arena ,few from the Su family.

One of the Jiang Family disciples saw Jiang Chen coming and came there to receive him. His name is Bingyue he is from other branch family. He is also a Martial disciple.

Jiang Bingyue "First brother you are here."

Jiang Chen "I was just taking a look. I heard you guys are training here."

Jiang Bingyue "Are you here to train as well."

Jiang Chen "Na just taking a stroll. Where is Lingyue?"

Jiang Bingyue "He is having a spar with that Long family lad." directing the way.

Jiang Chen "Long Tian?"

Jiang Bingyue " Long Tian has followed his brother to Myriad Rivers sect."

As they reached the arena where Lingyue was fighting. He was in disadvantage fighting against the Long family disciple. They were evenly matched in everything but Jiang Lingyue was in disadvantage. Jiang Chen observed the fight as Jiang family disciple were encouraging Jiang Lingyue.

After another 20 rounds of exchange Jiang Lingyue fell on the stage taking a huge blow.

Jiang Bingyue "They were evenly matched how did he suddenly loose."

Jiang Chen who was observing the fight jumped on the stage and helped Lingyue to get up who was surprised to see him here.

Jiang Chen just smiled extending his hand for him.

Jiang Lingyue felt bit ashamed for loosing "Sorry elder brother I failed to win."

Jiang Chen smiled and just brushed it off as he observed hands of Jiang Lingyue.

Jiang Lingyue was puzzled at first but didn't say anything.

Jiang Chen "Rising Palm technique.Who gave you this palm technique?" it was a low mortal rank technique of Jiang Family fire attribute one.

Jiang Lingyue "I selected it from clan's techniques. It is called rising palm technique." he thought Jiang Chen could not recognize the technique and was suspecting him.

Jiang Chen "I recognize that. I am asking why you selected this one when you are not compatible with it at all."

All the Jiang family members were puzzled hearing this not only Jiang family disciples but surrounding disciples were surprised too.

Jiang Lingyue "Brother it is a fire attribute technique?" Jiang Lingyue couldn't phrase his words on what he wanted to ask.

Jiang Chen "It is but that doesn't mean it is suitable for you. You are mainly strength user and point attacker. You are more compatible with fists and hammers. Palm technique is not that suitable for you."

Jiang Chen "That is the reason usually elders choose our first techniques in Jiang Clan."

Jiang Lingyue thought it for a while and thought it made sense.

Jiang Chen "Never mind I will get you a new technique after wards." understanding the hesitation in Jiang Lingyue's mind.

Jiang Lingyue smiled hearing this.As they were getting down the stage some one called out

"Excuses." it was one of the senior disciple of Long family Long Rue who proclaimed smirking.

Jiang Chen " Senior brother I am not downplaying your disciples victory. I was just pointing to my disciples mistake." Jiang Chen spoke humbly. He silently gazed at the opponent he is a 5th stage body disciple he is senior by two years.

Jiang Chen was always known for his humbleness he was always a good kid.

Long Rue was surprised to see such polite words from other side. Usually there would be regular arguments and brawls in the arena. With this he was tongue tied he can't speak further, he can't intentionally bad mouth either. They don't have any disputes with Jiang family and can't make on either. But if the topic is finished here he would be making fool of himself.

Long Rue " True what is point of spars if we can't learn from mistakes. Junior Jiang lets have a spar, it might help you gauge into your excuses sorry I mean mistakes." Long Rue continued cursing himself. He again spoke unnecessarily.

Few of the Long family disciples smirked hearing their senior brothers response Jiang Chen has become too popular these couple of days so it was bit sour for them to accept. As both Jiang and Long families are Minor noble families.

Jiang family disciples were angry hearing the taunt in the request.

Jiang Chen " I would be happy to receive senior brothers teachings." Jiang Chen agreed to it simply.

Long Rue was two years older than him and has cultivated for longer than him and more experienced in fighting duels. Also he is 5th stage Martial Disciple while Jiang Chen is 4th stage. It was a bit unfair fight. Others thought this way commotion here brought other family disciples attention.

But for Jiang Chen it was other way around he thought he could take down Long Rue in one move. Jiang Chen already knew he would be dragged to fight a battle or couple once he entered the Martial Ground .Question was not whether to fight or not. But how much of his strength to display.

He should definitely standout or else he would become an insignificant dog in the present scenario that would bring a disaster too showing too much will bring his own doom early. It is a gamble he has to make now.

Jiang Chen slowly entered the arena and stood in his position. Jiang Chen respectively bowed towards Long Rue.

Long Rue "Jiang Chen make your move."

Jiang Chen nodded his head and activated his Burning fist throwing a punch Long Rue responded with a punch of his own of earth attribute.As both fists collided there was a commotion.Everyone thought that Jiang Chen would be in disadvantage but instead it looked like the one in advantage is Long Rue.

Jiang Family side cheered loudly. Long Rue was surprised as he was sent back by few meters. Jiang Chen was cursing in his mind for this unfair fight. He has used only a below normal punch and he intentionally delayed the triggering process using a partial Burning fist,even then he sent that opponent flying back .It was truly unfair for him to fight this way it was like he can't even flex his muscles properly but he can't show the dissatisfaction in his face or behavior.

Long Rue realized that he was in disadvantage in the fight and decided to go full force before he regains his composure.

He attacked using a full punch and his strongest techniques and Jiang Chen intentionally behave like he was caught off guard and make a last moment dodge by moving back reducing the impact of that punch that ruined is beautiful white robe. Long Rue continued to press on Jiang Chen from then on the fight went as choreographed by Jiang Chen and Long Rue was struck unconscious by Jiang Chen in ten moves.

Everyone was surprised seeing this there is too much disparity in their strengths. It was nothing like a fight of equals but a complete domination by Jiang Chen .Normally when two equals fight it would be lengthy struggle to gain momentum break balance and give a finishing blow.But a 5th grade Martial disciple was not Jiang Chen's opponent so how scary is it.

Jiang Chen paused in the arena respectfully bowed to his fallen enemy cursing that weak bastard like hell in his heart. He saw many shocked faces in the surroundings even Jiang family disciples were shocked as hell. He could see measuring gauges from Bai Mo and Shangguan twins.

As Jiang Chen was getting down of the arena.

Bai Mo "Brother Jiang you are 5th stage Martial disciple. I heard you were 4th stage." spoke trying as much he can to sound polite.

Jiang Chen finally breathed a sigh of relief, he played the show for the very reason to bring attention of big 5 in younger generation.

Jiang Chen "I broke through yesterday."

Bai Mo nodded his head "Brother . Can I invite you to a spar."

Jiang Chen was silent for a minute as if he was trying to make a decision but in his heart this was his plan all along.

Jiang Chen looked like making a difficult decision "Sure."

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