Raise a sword!

As soon as Jiang Peng got his hands on the Crimson Sun Stone Marrow, he couldn't sit still any longer.

Jiang Peng had always known the exquisite nature of the Tianchen Sword Nurturing Technique and how incredibly lucky he was to obtain the Tianchen Steel.

However, Jiang Peng himself was unsure whether the path of ancient sword cultivators was truly viable.

This method only exists within cultivation techniques; even Master Lü only knows its general outline and cannot explain its specifics.

Therefore, although he had long decided to cultivate the ancient sword path, Jiang Peng had not even taken the first step on this path yet; he was merely making preparations at the starting point.

This advancement of the Xuanyuan Sword is to confirm that the sword-nurturing technique can truly benefit the user, and is the key to verifying whether the path of ancient sword cultivators can be successfully followed.

This matter was almost a matter of Jiang Peng's future path, so he naturally didn't want to delay it.

Jiang Peng stood up and said goodbye to Wu Kexun and Ling Shu.

Seeing this, Wu Kexun did not try to stop him, but instead looked at Ling Shu.

Although Ling Shu appeared cold, she was actually quite shrewd and immediately nodded gently, saying, "I've already bought everything I needed to."

"Then let's see Junior Brother Jiang off together." Wu Kexun and Ling Shu also stood up.

Jiang Peng originally wanted to politely decline, but Wu Kexun lowered his voice slightly.

"The person who was fighting with you for the Crimson Sun Stone Marrow just now is a troublesome character. If I don't see you off, you may not be able to leave Jade Tower Market easily. Even if you can leave, you will probably have to pay a fine to avoid disaster."

"Junior Brother Jiang, you wouldn't want your precious materials, which haven't even been properly prepared, to be stolen by someone else, would you?"

Jiang Peng's heart skipped a beat, and she immediately stopped refusing, whispering her thanks.

The group of four quickly left the auction venue, but before they had gone far, their path was blocked.

The person blocking the way was a cultivator in his thirties with a sword at his waist, whose face looked somewhat gloomy.

Seeing that someone was indeed blocking the way, Jiang Peng frowned slightly and looked at Wu Kexun beside her.

Wu Kexun couldn't help but sigh, his face full of impatience. He stepped forward and gave a slight bow, saying, "What a coincidence, Junior Brother Yan, what brings you here?"

Then Wu Kexun said to Jiang Peng, "This is Junior Brother Yan Li. In our Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion, there is no distinction between inner and outer sects. This person can rank among the top ten among Qi Refining disciples."

At the same time, Yan Li, who was blocking the way, also spoke up.

"Senior Brother Wu, who is this person?"

He asked, but before Wu Ke could respond, he said impatiently, "Fine, I don't care who you are! My friend, leave the Crimson Sun Stone Marrow here, and I won't make things difficult for you."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Peng knew that she could no longer hide.

So he stepped forward calmly and stood beside Wu Kexun, without even glancing at Yan Li, and asked with a surprised tone, "Senior Brother Wu, is this how all the disciples of Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion usually behave?"

Upon hearing this, Wu Kexun's expression immediately turned serious.

"Of course not."

Jiang Peng raised her hand and pointed to the opposite side.

"Then who committed this robbery in broad daylight, wasn't it a disciple of the Sword Pavilion?"

At this time, the market was bustling with activity, and because of the commotion, many people around were secretly watching the spectacle.

Wu Kexun frowned, unsure how to answer.

But Yan Li on the other side just sneered.

"I never said I wouldn't give you spirit stones, so how can this be considered robbery?"

Jiang Peng immediately retorted, "I don't want to sell, what are you going to do about it?"

Without saying a word, Yan Li drew the sword from his waist.

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Jiang Peng ignored her and simply shook her head, looking at Wu Kexun beside her.

Wu Kexun was also feeling troubled at this moment. After thinking it over, he nodded helplessly to Jiang Peng and then said to Yan Li opposite him, "Junior Brother Yan, Junior Brother Jiang is a guest. Don't let outsiders laugh at my Jade Pavilion over such a trivial matter."

"Senior Brother Wu, why are you siding with an outsider? Who is this person?"

"Cangshan Sect..."

Having only heard the beginning, Yan Li immediately said coldly, "Ha! In recent years, quite a few of my fellow disciples have died at the hands of the Cangshan Sect. This is a blood feud that must be avenged!"

Wu Kexun remained silent and did not respond.

Seeing this, Yan Li assumed that Wu Kexun was speechless. He looked smug and was about to say something more.

But just then, a figure descended from the sky.

The visitor was none other than Li Xiangui, the Foundation Establishment Elder of Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion.

The moment Li Xiangui appeared, the crowd that had been secretly watching the spectacle immediately dispersed.

Watching the Qi Refining disciples having fun in the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion's territory is nothing special, but once Foundation Establishment cultivators are involved, it becomes a serious matter.

These independent cultivators may not have many other skills, but they are all adept at changing their stance according to the wind and avoiding danger. They know exactly what kind of excitement is worth watching and what kind of excitement is best avoided.

After Li Xiangui arrived, he first looked around and then subtly nodded to Jiang Peng.

Then he looked at Yan Li.

"Disciple greets Senior Uncle Li," Yan Li said, bowing.

Li Xiangui nodded slightly and said, "What you said earlier is correct. There are indeed many blood debts between Cangshan Sect and Sword Pavilion. It is common for them to fight to the death when they meet outside."

Yan Li's expression changed slightly, and he still wanted to argue.

Li Xiangui then added, "Similarly, if you go to Cangshan Market, the people of Cangshan Sect will not make things difficult for you, because you are the best among the Qi Refining disciples of my Sword Pavilion."

"The core disciples of the three sects of the Northern Foothills are not unkillable. If you have the ability, go to the territory of the Cangshan Sect and kill him. If you can escape back, the Cangshan Sect will have to swallow this insult."

"But if you make things difficult for others on your own turf, it will only make you a laughing stock if word gets out... not to mention that you're not just trying to fight back, but trying to seize by force, which is even more dishonorable."

At this point, Li Xiangui showed a disdainful expression.

"No matter how you try to justify it, a despicable act is a despicable act... I won't punish you, you can leave now."

When the Foundation Establishment Elder spoke, Yan Li finally dared not argue back anymore. He bowed respectfully and left in a sorry state.

Once Yan Li had walked away, Li Xiangui's gaze finally fell on Jiang Peng.

"Thank you for helping me out, Elder Li," Jiang Peng said.

Jiang Peng had never heard of the rules that Li Xiangui had mentioned earlier, and he had no idea that the status of a true disciple could be useful outside the sect.

Li Xiangui scrutinized Jiang Peng for several breaths before finally nodding and saying, "Junior Nephew Jiang, since you're already here, come with me to the mountain gate."

Jiang Peng was taken aback, unsure how to respond.

He was rather curious about the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion.

But this was clearly not the right time to satisfy her curiosity; Jiang Peng just wanted to get away as soon as possible.

But Li Xiangui then added, "When it comes to weapon forging, looking across the northern foothills, only the Sword Pavilion can truly stand out... If you want to forge swords, you should come here."