Chapter 135 Long Aotian's Challenge_2

Who in the sect didn't know that Long Aotian was smitten with Vina? He understood these matters well enough but had to consider carefully whether he could speak of them.

However, a response was no longer needed from him.

Within the field of vision, a man and a woman emerged one after the other.

It was none other than Qin Xiao and Vina.

Long Aotian stood resolutely in front of the two.

"Allow me to introduce myself, I am a disciple of the Body Sect, called Long Aotian..."

"Welcome to the Body Sect."

Long Aotian showed Qin Xiao a harmonious and friendly smile, then extended his hand.

Much to Long Aotian's surprise, Qin Xiao shook his head, "Sorry, I haven't joined the Body Sect."

"What?"

Long Aotian was taken aback.

The Sect Master personally accompanied you, and a significant display was made to gather all the disciples within the sect to welcome you, and now you tell me you haven't joined the Body Sect?

Is it that my Body Sect is too lofty, or are you being arrogant?

Vina frowned slightly, breaking the calm, "Long Aotian, the Sect Master asked me to show Qin Xiao around and familiarize him with the surroundings; if you have nothing else, please step aside."

Long Aotian was unwilling, "Vina, did you hear what this guy said? He, he actually refuses to acknowledge himself as a disciple of the Body Sect..."

He was born and raised within the Body Sect, having long since regarded the sect as his own home.

He also believed that any disciple of the Body Sect should have the same sentiment.

Therefore, Qin Xiao's denial greatly provoked him.

"I've heard," Vina answered expressionlessly, "But the role assigned to me by the Sect Master is to acquaint Qin Xiao with the surroundings..."

"Why should an outsider freely roam within our sect? I cannot accept this!"

The fury in Long Aotian's heart was instantly ignited.

Vina's expression suddenly turned ice-cold.

She realized that Long Aotian was deliberately making things difficult for her today.

"If you can't accept it, go ask the Sect Master!" Her voice now carried a hint of anger.

Long Aotian waved his hand grandly, "Vina, I would have asked the Sect Master about this matter even if you hadn't said it. But now, I want to ask this guy, what exactly about our Body Sect is unsatisfactory to you, that you still look down upon us?"

Hehe, quite passionate, but also quite boring, isn't it?

Qin Xiao smiled and shook his head.

Where there are people, there are rivers and lakes; the saying couldn't be more accurate.

Handsome ones, wherever they go, there will always be those who are envious.

"Hey, I'm talking to you."

Seeing that Qin Xiao didn't respond, Long Aotian grew even angrier.

"Do you have to answer just because I ask you?"

"Do you think you're too good to talk to me!?"

Long Aotian was even more furious.

His assessment of Qin Xiao could be summed up in four words: too proud for his own good.

Qin Xiao, having seen many such passionate young men, shrugged his shoulders, "Let's go. Rather than entangling with someone unrelated, I'd prefer to look around here."

Saying this, he attempted to bypass Long Aotian.

But Long Aotian was not willing to let it go.

He stretched out his hand to block Qin Xiao, "Within the sect, no one disrespects me."

Qin Xiao furrowed his brows, "Those who block my way, none have met a good fate."

Indeed, this was a fact.

But, Long Aotian clearly believed in tempting fate, his lips slightly curving up in a sinister smile, "What a coincidence, those who underestimate me have all been trampled under my feet."

As he spoke, a soul power fluctuation erupted from his body.

...

"Sect Master, these young ones outside are quite restless," Jinpeng said, feeling the disturbance and casting a glance outside of the grand hall.

Poison Not Dead chuckled, showing neither hurry nor anger, "Isn't this just the way of the youth? Restless and unruly. Let them fight it out. Once the dust settles and it's clear who is the greater among them, they'll naturally calm down."

Jinpeng: "..."

He realized that Poison Not Dead not only had no intention to stop the commotion but also adopted a stance of watching the excitement.

Imitating Poison Not Dead's voice, he yelled towards the outside of the hall, "If you want to cause trouble, do it further away. I'm old and appreciate the quiet."

Poison Not Dead: "Old Jin, you've learned to be mischievous."

...

Body Sect, practice field.

Initially, Qin Xiao had declined Long Aotian's challenge, but who could stand up to this guy's persistent nagging?

Qin Xiao also realized that he could not leave the Body Sect for now, not knowing how many envious eyes were fixed on him.

If he didn't confront Long Aotian today, tomorrow there would be even worse challengers stepping up, bringing all sorts of trouble.

Dealing with Long Aotian would settle things once and for all.

After all, this guy was considered the top among the young generation of the Body Sect.

As for whether he would be defeated...

Qin Xiao felt that wasn't something he should be worried about...

By the time Qin Xiao and Long Aotian arrived at the square, many people immediately gathered around.

No matter when or where, there was always a group known as the bystanders.

"Long Shao and Vina are here..."

"Who's that young man with them?"

"I recognize him, today the sect bell rang to welcome the Sect Master and this young man back to the mountain."

"Hiss, now that you mention it, I remember the elders mentioning that a promising seedling was found in the outside world, could it be this guy?"

"Did they come here to fight with Long Shao?"

Without Qin Xiao and Long Aotian stating their purpose, the crowd started speculating.

"Ahem."

Long Aotian cleared his throat, enjoying the attention, "Since there are so many people here, I think you all would like to know our intentions."

Exactly.

Just like what you have imagined, I will have a duel with Qin Xiao. If I lose, from now on I'll have to walk around him and call him 'Boss' every time I see him."

Upon hearing Long Aotian's words, the people exclaimed in admiration.

This was a big game indeed.

"Come on, let's place bets, what do you think, will Long Shao win or lose?"

"Is that even a question? Long Shao is a Soul King level powerhouse with a Silver Rank Second Awakening. With such strength, he is unparalleled among the young generation on the continent. Obviously, Long Shao will win."

"Let's start betting. I'm wagering five hundred golden soul coins on Long Shao's victory."

The disciples of the Body Sect had absolute trust in Long Aotian.

Long Aotian had indeed earned his reputation through real fights, leaving few unconvinced.

Qin Xiao watched amusedly from the side, taking out a heavy bag of golden soul coins from the Spatial Soul Guidance Device, "I bet on myself to win."

And then he walked nonchalantly to the center of the square.

"Hehe, normally those who compete can't place bets, but since he's betting on himself to win, I'll allow it."

The disciple of the Body Sect opening the bets didn't know what he was about to face.

He was smiling so brightly now, but soon he might find the situation embarrassingly difficult.

Long Aotian walked over with a dragon's stride and a tiger's steps.

He stood opposite Qin Xiao.

"There is no referee for this match, so activate your Martial Soul now. Once you're ready, we'll begin," Long Aotian stated proudly.

He was indeed deserving of the name 'Aotian'.

Swish, swish, swish...

As Soul Power erupted from Qin Xiao's body, his pupils were already filled with a golden brilliance.

Four Soul Rings rose from beneath Qin Xiao's feet in succession.

Qin Xiao rarely used his Martial Soul without soul tools, but today he decided to play differently.

"Soul Ancestor!"

The crowd was shaken.

In that moment, they all understood why the Sect Master had made such a big move to announce the welcoming of a talent like Qin Xiao to the sect.

Such an age, such strength, and a rare Eye Martial Soul on top of that, indeed made him worth the excitement.

"I have to admit, you do have some skill," Long Aotian conceded.

"But, you're still somewhat lacking in front of me."

Seeing the strength Qin Xiao demonstrated, Long Aotian felt a great sense of assurance.

A Soul Ancestor was quite impressive, but still far behind him.

A Soul King fighting a Soul Ancestor would find it hard to lose.

As Soul Power circulated, his entire body turned jade-white, his skin shimmered with light, and a silver-white human silhouette coalesced behind him.

Yellow, purple, purple, black, black - five Soul Rings surfaced under his feet one by one.

Feeling the powerful force coursing through his body, Long Aotian comfortably squinted his eyes. The next moment, the light from his first Soul Ring lit up, Demon Ape Change!

Some strange changes began to appear on Long Aotian. His body gradually bulged, becoming even more robust than before.

Qin Xiao could tell that this guy's speed and strength, among other attributes, must have significantly increased.