Chapter 345: Chapter 344: 30 years east of the river, 30 years east of the river
As the leader of a sect.
There are naturally many matters to pay attention to.
For example, in the recent Martial Mansion Trial, which was against old rivals.
Who could have imagined that Xu Lingjun, who was training with a mediocre Body Refining Technique, could defeat Han Yun City, who trained with a Supreme Realm Technique, and become the top of the Four Mansions Trial?
Just by cultivating an ordinary technique, he possesses such ability; Xu Lingjun’s talent is probably beyond imagination...
Tomorrow, he couldn’t help but regret, if he could have personally guided him in the past two years and imparted the sect’s Ultimate Level Techniques, he believes Xu Lingjun’s achievements would be far superior to the present.
Then, it would not only be as Junior Sister Liu said, adding a pillar to the sect, but the Sun and Moon Bright Sect would surely become the leader among all sects in the future.
A miscalculation.
No one expected Xu Lingjun to be more extraordinary than imagined... Thirty years on the east side of the river is fine, but thirty years later, still on the east side is a bit heart-wrenching.
If Tomorrow hadn’t been the sect leader of the Sun and Moon Bright Sect for many years, with maturity beyond measure, he might already want to look up to the sky and roar, this script doesn’t seem right.
Liu Peiyun only needed to see Tomorrow’s expression to understand his meaning, and asked, "Senior Brother is thinking about that Xu Lingjun?"
Tomorrow didn’t directly admit it, only sighed, "Joining the Bei Xuanwu Martial Mansion was a waste of talent, cultivating the Body Refining Technique was a waste of talent."
He turned to look at Ji Roufeng standing by Liu Peiyun’s side.
Shaking his head, he said, "Unexpectedly, Junior Sister Liu and I together are over 160 years old..."
Besides, Liu Peiyun continued to smile, but the surrounding temperature suddenly dropped, as if a cold killing intent was approaching.
Tomorrow’s expression remained unchanged, and he sighed, "But even with our age, our vision is not as precise as a youngster’s; you were the first to notice that Xu Lingjun was extraordinary. Not listening to you at that time was indeed our mistake."
In the past two years.
Ji Roufeng remained unchanged, still in a light white dress, with a waist that outlined her striking curves, charming appearance, hair lightly coiled, standing there quietly, her hands aligned at her lower abdomen, resembling a lady stepping out of a painting.
These years, she hasn’t been standing still either.
Now, her strength has obviously reached the late stage of Hui Chuan, only a few days away from breaking through to Dongxuan. Such strength is considered elite among the Inner Sect Disciples.
Just hearing Tomorrow’s sigh, her pretty face blushed slightly, seeming to recall something, she murmured, "He... he was already very extraordinary, I felt it personally the first time we met."
Tomorrow asked, "I heard you and that Xu Lingjun are friends?"
Ji Roufeng softly replied, "Not only friends, but his fiancée and I are as close as sisters."
"Hmm, very well, remember to maintain a good relationship with this Xu Lingjun, although he hasn’t joined our sect, he has boundless potential and is worth investing in."
"Yes, I will try my best to establish a good relationship with him."
Ji Roufeng seemed to recall something, her pretty face blushed again.
Meanwhile, Tomorrow’s gaze landed again on Li Lei, who was diligently training below, paused, and said, "This Li Lei is indeed talented, although his current strength is still lacking, his foundation is not bad, making him worth cultivating. This Five Sects Martial Arts Competition is the first, but it’s because His Majesty holds us in high regard. Give him a spot, maybe he can earn a good position, if not, at least broaden his horizons."
Liu Peiyun nodded, "Yes, I will arrange it later."
"Hmm, go ahead."
Tomorrow turned and left, feeling annoyed... going back to relax, hoping not to encounter those troublesome people again.
And at this moment, seeing the sect leader leaving tomorrow.
Only then did Ji Roufeng slightly relax, asking Liu Peiyun, "Master, may I also participate in this Five Sects Martial Arts Competition?"
Liu Peiyun asked in surprise, "You want to participate in the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition? But you’re not within the selection range, and I remember, Feng’Er, you don’t like competing against others, why are you so proactive this time?"
"Well..."
Ji Roufeng replied with a bit of embarrassment, "It’s not that I want to spar with anyone, it’s just that the competition is in the Imperial Capital, and I heard Sister Qingya is now studying at the Zhanzheng College. Although we have been in frequent contact over the past two years, in reality, we haven’t met for a long time, and it feels quite estranged. I want to visit her."
Liu Peiyun was surprised, "I didn’t know you were so close to her."
"Well..."
Ji Roufeng laughed shyly, "We hit it off immediately and are like sisters now."
Liu Peiyun smiled with satisfaction, "It’s good to have some friends outside the sect. Exchange more experiences with her, go together then and broaden your knowledge."
"Thank you, Master."
"There’s no need for thanks between teacher and apprentice."
Liu Peiyun reached out to touch her beloved disciple’s forehead, feeling a bit guilty, thinking if she hadn’t been so decisive before, her disciple might have already resolved her lifelong affairs.
Sigh... Misjudged.
She turned and left.
And Ji Roufeng, watching Li Lei below, seemed to have finished training and was now gulping down water.
She stepped forward and walked down.
Seeing Ji Roufeng approach, Li Lei’s eyes lit up, holding the water with a smile, he greeted, "Sister-in-law."
"Don’t call me that, I’m still unmarried. If you call me that, what should I do if I can’t get married?"
Ji Roufeng frowned slightly, annoyed, "Just this once. By the way, there’s a bottle of Little Thunder Essence Liquid here, it’s quite beneficial for techniques related to Thunder, take it."
"Oh, thank you, sister-in-law."
Li Lei laughed, deftly receiving the Thunder Essence Liquid, saying, "If you can’t get married, let my Brother Xu be responsible. He’s introverted, doesn’t like contacting others, but who knows what’s on his mind."
Over the years, his progress has been rapid, truly thanks to this sister-in-law.
Of course, he had obtained these resources relying on his own skills, so it wasn’t freeloading... in fact, if Ji Roufeng wasn’t extremely resistant, he could even call her mom.
Hmm... Having support is good.
"Alright, work hard, the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition is about to begin. Try to get a good ranking. You know your good friend Xu Lingjun got first place in the Four Mansions Trial."
Ji Roufeng advised.
"What, my Brother Xu got first place... then sister-in-law, you must treat us."
Li Lei exclaimed with joy.
"What’s that got to do with me? Be careful not to let people misunderstand by calling me that."
Ji Roufeng scolded, glaring at Li Lei, thought for a moment, then took out an elixir from her pocket, handing it over, "Don’t call me that in the future."
"Eh, I got it."
Li Lei nodded obediently.
"Work hard."
Ji Roufeng turned, walking away gleefully with her hands behind her back... her steps unconsciously carrying some bounce.
Clearly very happy.
And at this moment.
At the Cuowu Sect.
"This Five Sects Martial Arts Competition is evidently to rival the Four Mansions Trial. The Four Mansions Trial has been a tradition for many years; if this one goes smoothly, perhaps the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition will become established as well. If our Cuowu Sect can emerge victorious, we will definitely stand out and get noticed by Your Majesty. You previously offended the Divine Soldier Guard, if winning first place can make up for that mistake, you’ll be stationed at the top!"
"Yes, Sect Leader, leave this to me."
Sun Bumie nodded in satisfaction.
Meanwhile, in the Xuan Yuan Sect, Divine Wind Path, the major sects are all selecting the best talents for the competition.
The rivalry between the sects and martial mansions has been long-standing.
However, because graduates of the Martial Mansion mostly go to the Polar Star Battlefield, they receive significant support from the Empire... in comparison, if our Cuowu Sect could win the first Five Sects Martial Arts Competition, it would certainly stand out in Your Majesty’s eyes, make up for past mistakes, and achieve merit!"
"Yes, Sect Leader, leave it to me."
Sun Bumie nodded with satisfaction.