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Chapter 128 Advancement Two Ranks in Succession, Demon-Slaying Tournament

"call……"

Within the gushing spring of spiritual energy, Xu Ning exhaled a long breath of turbid air and opened his eyes.

Just now, Xu Ning absorbed another unit of energy.

Sixteen days had passed since Xu Ning entered the spiritual energy spring.

With the help of the spiritual energy spring, Xu Ning has accumulated 160 units of energy.

The Thousand Source Worm he carried with him also added 80 units of energy to Xu Ning.

Xu Ning originally had high expectations for the Thousand Source Worm. At first, he also guessed that after the Thousand Source Worm entered the spiritual energy spring with him, it might increase the speed or quality of the spiritual energy crystals being expelled.

However, Xu Ning was rather disappointed with the result; the spiritual energy crystals were no different from before.

"Half a month has passed, and the Blade Moon Clan still hasn't made a move..."

Xu Ning was somewhat puzzled.

He had instructed Xing'er that if the Seven Fists encountered any trouble during his training period, they should come directly to him.

But in all this time, not a single person has come.

"Let's go out and take a look."

Xu Ning stayed here for more than ten days. Whether it was relaxing his mind or absorbing spiritual energy, he stayed in the spiritual energy spring without leaving, and he did feel a bit bored.

Xu Ning directly flipped up the shallow pit where the spiritual energy spring was flowing.

Afterwards, Xu Ning rushed to No. 6 Chunyue Courtyard.

When Xu Ning arrived, Le Caiwei happened to be there.

"Senior Sister Yue."

Xu Ning took the initiative to greet him.

"Xu Ning, how did you get out of the spiritual energy spring?"

Le Caiwei was somewhat surprised.

She thought Xu Ning would stay for a while.

"I told Xing'er before that if the Seven Fists encountered any trouble, she should come to me, but after half a month, there was no news at all, so I found it strange and came to check."

Xu Ning asked, "Have the Blade Moon Clan behaved themselves?"

Just then, Ning Xun walked in from outside.

Upon seeing Xu Ning, he instantly broke into a smile.

"Xu Ning!"

Before Xu Ning could even greet him, Ning Xun stepped forward first, his attitude very enthusiastic.

"Senior Brother Ning?"

Xu Ning was also surprised that Ning Xun had returned.

He had a very good impression of Ning Xun.

Ning Xun also defended himself when he first joined the Seven Fists Clan.

"Xu Ning, Caiwei has already told me about your feelings for the Seven Fists," Ning Xun said. "If you hadn't stepped in to help back then, the Seven Fists might not even exist today."

"Senior Brother Ning is exaggerating."

Xu Ning asked, "Senior Brother Ning, is there any news from Senior Brother Xiao?"

Ning Xun sighed, shook his head, and recounted what had happened to Xu Ning.

Hearing that Xiao Qiyun was still nowhere to be found, Xu Ning felt somewhat disappointed.

"Xu Ning."

At this moment, Le Caiwei said, "You don't need to worry too much about the Seven Fists Clan. Just focus on your cultivation at the Spiritual Spring. If there is any trouble, Senior Brother Ning and the other two Void Realm Martial Masters will also help you deal with it."

"After the recent reorganization, the situation of our Seven Fists has stabilized for the time being. Although we have suffered a heavy blow, we are not facing the situation of disbanding again."

Upon hearing this, Ning Xun added, "That's right. Now, the Seven Fists Clan, including you, has four Void Realm Martial Masters. We no longer lack core strength."

Upon hearing this, Xu Ning nodded silently.

The return of Ning Xun and the other two Void Realm martial artists to the inner sect has indeed enriched the strength of the Seven Fists Clan.

"Have the Blade Moon Clan not caused any trouble during this time?"

Xu Ning asked again.

"It's not just the Blade Moon Clan; recently, all the forces within the inner sect have been relatively well-behaved."

Ning Xun explained to Xu Ning, "There's still a month and a half until the Demon-Slaying Tournament. All the important figures from the sects will be there then. Right now, the leaders and elites of the inner sects are all diligently training, preparing to shine at the Demon-Slaying Tournament and hoping to attract the attention of these important figures. So, they don't have time to do anything else."

"So that's how it is..."

Xu Ning had learned about this Demon-Slaying Assembly, a grand event that the Yue Lan Sect rarely witnessed in recent years.

Previously, when I was in the Spirit Realm, I had even captured a live monster for it.

"Therefore, the situation in the inner sect will be relatively stable before the Demon Slaying Conference."

Ning Xun said, "Speaking of the Demon-Slaying Assembly, Xu Ning, you also need to take it seriously."

"Originally, Senior Brother Xiao should have shown his strength and demonstrated the power of the Seven Fists Clan at this Demon Slaying Tournament, but he was suddenly injured and lost the opportunity. Now, among the entire Seven Fists Clan, you are the only one who can still show your prowess at the Demon Slaying Tournament."

Xu Ning hadn't expected Ning Xun to have this expectation of her.

He said, "Senior Brother Ning, you are a True Qi Realm Martial Master, stronger than me."

Ning Xun smiled: "I know my own limitations. It's you who, at the Body Forging Realm, can rival the True Qi Realm; that's truly impressive. Someone like you, with your solid foundation in the Mortal Realm, will see rapid progress in the first three levels after advancing to the Void Realm. I hope you can reach the True Qi Realm in the remaining month or so!"

"If that's the case, as a newcomer, you're very likely to be noticed by the elders and accepted as a disciple! At that time, not only will your future be brighter, but it will also provide a layer of protection for us Seven Fists. The likes of the Blade Moon Clan will not dare to bully us anymore."

Xu Ning could sense that Ning Xun had high expectations for him.

I tried my best.

Xu Ning didn't rule out any possibility.

In fact, within a month and a half, Xu Ning would definitely be able to accumulate 800 units of energy and advance to the True Qi Realm.

"You've worked so hard to advance to the True Qi Realm, all for the sake of the Seven Fists Clan. I discussed this with Caiwei before, and we'll do everything in the Seven Fists Clan's power to help you."

Ning Xun said, "Xu Ning, just tell us what kind of pills or elixirs you need, and we will definitely satisfy you."

Ning Xun's magnanimity made Xu Ning feel his sincerity.

But Xu Ning still asked one more question: "Do we Seven Fists have enough resources right now?"

Xu Ning knew beforehand that much of the Seven Fist Clan's resources had been devoured by those who had left and by other inner sect forces.

Moreover, the most serious problem is that the Seven Fists Clan is currently in a state of shutdown.

The original Seven Fists Clan had many members and many mission channels, which brought them a lot of income every month.

However, after the shutdown, coupled with the departure of most members, the Seven Fists now have almost no stable income.

For an organization that needs stable material resources for development, it simply cannot survive for long without cash flow.

"Um……"

Ning Xun paused for a moment when asked this question: "The current situation is indeed not as good as before, but as long as you can advance to the True Qi Realm, we can do our best to support you."

Xu Ning nodded slowly.

Although he wanted to improve his strength, he was not too willing to take this opportunity to ask for too many resources, since the Seven Fists Clan still needed enough resources to operate.

However, Xu Ning also knew that only by becoming stronger could he ensure that the Seven Fists would return to their former state.

"Since that's the case, then I won't be coy. Senior Brother Ning, I want thirty Pure Origin Pills."

Thirty Pure Origin Pills would have been equivalent to half a month's monthly bonus for the Seven Fists Clan in the past.

However, now, nearly one-third of the Pure Source Pill inventory has been depleted.

"Thirty Pure Origin Pills?"

Ning Xun was somewhat taken aback by Xu Ning's request.

Pure Source Pill is a universal pill that can be used to increase cultivation speed.

However, since Xu Ning already had a spring of spiritual energy, his need for the Pure Origin Pill seemed somewhat superfluous to Ning Xun.

"good."

Xu Ning nodded.

Others say that the Pure Source Pill is far less effective than the Spiritual Energy Spring.

But for Xu Ning, it was a different story.

Thirty Pure Source Pills equal 3000 units of energy!

With the energy accumulated over the next month and a half, this was enough for Xu Ning to leapfrog two realms, and he could even simultaneously raise the Flame Breath Bone Scripture and the Tide Fist to the fourth level!

This will allow Xu Ning to achieve another major leap in strength.

"Alright, since you want it, here you go."

Ning Xun also followed Xu Ning's opinion.

"Thank you very much, Senior Brother Ning and Senior Sister Le."

Xu Ning also expressed his gratitude.

Afterwards, Xu Ning took the thirty Pure Origin Pills and returned to the Spiritual Energy Spring.

"Second level of the Void Realm, True Qi Realm; Third level of the Void Realm, Elemental Realm—here I come!"

……

Time flies.

A month and a half has passed.

Starting a few days ago, the atmosphere throughout the Yue Lan Sect began to become lively.

The Demon-Slaying Tournament, held every few years, is about to begin.

At the Demon-Slaying Tournament, all disciples, whether outer, inner, or true disciples, have the opportunity to showcase their abilities.

If they perform well, it will greatly benefit their future path in martial arts.

At this moment, within the spring of spiritual energy.

Xu Ning's eyes were piercing, and his aura was fierce.

In the past month and a half, Xu Ning has undergone another complete transformation.

"Judging by the time, the Demon-Slaying Tournament should be starting soon!"

With abundant resources, Xu Ning has now surpassed the second level of the Void Realm True Qi Realm and become a Void Realm Third Level Elemental Martial Master!

Moreover, Xu Ning has already upgraded the Tidal Fist and the Flame Breath Bone Scripture to the fourth level.

After the secret technique is upgraded to the fourth level, it involves a change in nature.

Now, Xu Ning's use of these two secret techniques is no longer just about controlling and utilizing force, but also about inflicting elemental damage.

The water-based penetration of Tide Fist and the fire-based burning of Flame Breath Bone Scripture can both be used in actual combat.

Xu Ning felt that his current strength had even surpassed that of Xiao Qiyun before.

"Although I've become much stronger now, the energy required for another advancement, to explore the fourth to sixth levels of the Void Realm, has increased considerably."

Advancing to the True Qi Realm consumed 800 units of energy for Xu Ning; advancing to the Elemental Realm consumed 1200 units of energy for Xu Ning.

Upgrading the two secret techniques to the fourth level each consumed 1000 units of energy for Xu Ning.

Next, advancing to the fourth level of the Void Realm requires 2400 units of energy.

"Although it consumes a lot, it should be easier to obtain them after our strength increases."

Xu Ning no longer hesitated and immediately released the spiritual energy spring.

"Xu Ning, your seclusion is finally over!"

Xu Ning had just jumped out when she saw Xing'er waiting for her outside.

"Xing'er, what are you doing here?"

Xu Ning stepped forward.

"The Demon-Slaying Tournament begins today, and all of us from the Seven Fists Clan have already gone to Yuelan Square. Senior Sister Yue saw that you hadn't finished your seclusion yet, so she sent me to find you."

Xing'er said, "If you don't come out in another half hour, I'm going to jump in and pull you out."

"Let's start today..."

Xu Ning thought it was a coincidence, since he didn't know the exact date of the Demon-Slaying Tournament beforehand.

Actually, he had already completed his promotion two days ago. He stayed inside these past two days to absorb more energy.

"Alright, stop dawdling and come with me."

Xing'er urged.

With that, Xing'er led Xu Ning to Yuelan Square.

"So many people!"

Xu Ning had just been brought here by Xing'er when she felt the crowds of people.

In the middle of Yuelan Square is a vast, empty platform.

Around the platform, concentric steps radiate outwards, and the steps are already filled with people.

"Our inner disciples' area is up ahead."

Soon, Xing'er led Xu Ning to the location of the Seven Fists members.

Xu Ning saw Ning Xun, Le Caiwei, Gu Qinghe, and others.

At this time, the Seven Fists Clan had only about thirty members left, so the space they occupied was not large.

"Xu Ning, is your seclusion over?"

Seeing that Xing'er had brought Xu Ning, Ning Xun quickly stood up and asked, "How did it go?"

Xu Ning gave Ning Xun an approving look: "You've lived up to my expectations."

"good!"

Ning Xun felt relieved immediately.

Le Caiwei sat to the side and smiled when she heard Xu Ning say that.

"Xu Ning, sit here."

Le Caiwei had Xu Ning sit next to her.

After sitting down, Xu Ning looked around.

There was a lot of noise around me.

"Um?"

As Xu Ning looked to the right, she met Yi's gaze.

The owner of that gaze was a beautiful, petite young woman dressed in a gauze dress.

"She is Gu Yishang of the Blade Moon Clan."

Le Caiwei noticed this and reminded Xu Ning.

"Is she Gu Yishang...?"

After staring at her for a moment, Xu Ning shifted his gaze from Gu Yishang.

He is now very confident that Gu Yishang is no match for him.

"We're surrounded by inner sect forces..."

Taking this opportunity, Le Caiwei helped Xu Ning get to know all the leaders and elites from the various factions within the inner sect.

Xu Ning also carefully memorized it.

Afterwards, Xu Ning saw Duan Xuefeng's figure ahead.

He was sitting in the very front area where the true disciples were.

Yo!

Suddenly, several cries rang out from Yuelan Square.

Suddenly, shadows appeared above everyone's heads.

Looking up, one could see more than a dozen colorful flying beasts circling overhead.

Above the flying beasts, stood human figures.

"It's the sect leader and elders!"

Le Caiwei whispered in Xu Ning's ear.

Just as the flying monster landed on the large platform in the middle of the square, the figure on the bird's back leaped down.

It is 100 meters high, yet it is seen as nothing.

Immediately, the sect leader and elders of the Yue Lan Sect landed on the platform.

Yo!

The raptor overhead cried out again before flying away.

The figure in the very center of the platform took a step forward.

That person was none other than Mi Xingye, the current sect leader of the Yuelan Sect.

"The Yue Lan Sect's Demon-Slaying Tournament begins!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Sect Master Mi Xingye and the elders took their seats.

Subsequently, on both sides of Yuelan Square, iron cages covered with huge cloths were pushed up one by one by the sect disciples.

Beneath the giant cloth, bursts of beastly roars echoed.

"That iron cage... contains a demonic beast!"

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