"Even if my current strength seems to be approaching the high-ranking lords, the actual gap is significant."
Having returned to his cabin, Shi Xiaole reflected in detail, not blinded by the joy of progress. Having seen the moves of top-ranked lords, he naturally knows the gap between them.
Except for his Heavenly Sword realm and the quality of his martial arts training, Shi Xiaole has no advantages to mention.
Of course, luckily he had those two aspects, which significantly offset the gap in true intentions. Otherwise, if he encountered a top-ranked lord, Shi Xiaole would have no choice but to accept defeat.
"Next, I need to fully comprehend my true intentions, and strive to enhance my cultivation to the peak of the Dragon Gate Realm. Only then can I intimidate others, and ensure the normal development of my sect."
Until now, Shi Xiaole was somewhat frightened.
If a top-ranked lord had come to kill him this time, the consequences would have been unimaginable.