Enduring humiliation for three years, seizing the elixir, the treasure, and the holy maiden.

"By the way, Brother Chen!"

"I have to give you some advice!"

"Our sect's holy maiden is not to be trifled with..."

At that moment, Shi Jian muttered something under his breath.

"Oh?"

"Does this holy woman eat people?"

Su Chen joked with a smile.

In reality, Su Chen came to see this guy for two reasons.

One of them is naturally this guy's physical cultivation method.

Secondly, it was natural to inquire more about the affairs of the Tai Xuan Sect.

They were hoping to find an opportunity to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

Now, whenever he talks about the saintess, he gets even more excited.

"You are unaware of the truth!"

"This Saintess Wanwan, don't let her fairy-like appearance fool you."

"He's actually quite ruthless!"

"He began his spiritual practice at a young age; his talent is exceptional!"

"But the methods were also ruthless."

"To ascend to the position of Holy Maiden, how many disciples' blood did she shed on her own?"

As Shi Jian spoke, he also looked around to see if anyone was eavesdropping.

Su Chen's lips curled up slightly at that moment.

The saintess looked pure and lovely, aloof and innocent.

I never expected him to have such a ruthless side.

How so?

They do seem to be kindred spirits.

If she really is just a simple-minded female cultivator.

That would be boring!

The path of cultivating immortality has always been fraught with mountains of corpses and seas of blood.

This was to be expected.

I just really can't understand why that woman had to pick a fight with me.

"More important things!"

"This holy maiden is the Grand Elder's closest disciple."

"I heard that if she can win first place this time..."

"Then you will have the opportunity to become a true disciple of the Tai Xuan Sect!"

Shi Jian frowned at this moment.

The true teachings of the Tai Xuan Sect?

Su Chen then realized.

I've been practicing this true teaching for so long that I've forgotten it.

This holy maiden, in the end, is of the same generation as the disciple.

In terms of seniority, he was actually a generation above this saintess.

Logically speaking, this saintess should address herself as "senior"...

"There are many Nascent Soul stage disciples within the Tai Xuan Sect."

"All the elders hope that their disciples will take up the position of true successors."

"So, this Lin Wanwan has been working so hard in seclusion to cultivate for so many years."

"After all, there are quite a few people eyeing this saintess."

Shi Jian then revealed the saintess's predicament.

That's it!

He talked on and on for ages, going around in circles.

It turns out that this saintess was, in essence, just being put on the hot seat.

It's still more comfortable to be the true successor myself.

Master Deng's words back then secured his position as the true successor.

Not a single elder dared to voice any objection.

Even Wang Mang had reached the Nascent Soul stage.

None of these elders dared to question their position as the true successors.

Ugh!

The original owner of this body really had a winning hand.

Unfortunately, they played terribly!

"Alright, alright..."

"I didn't come here to gossip with you."

"We've already decided on it during the day, to exchange techniques and stuff."

"I do have a technique that can help you regulate your breathing."

"With your current cultivation level, advancing to the next realm after practicing this technique will not be difficult!"

Su Chen said with a smile.

"real?"

At this moment, Shi Jian also perked up.

I've been stuck in the Foundation Establishment stage for so many years.

There has been no opportunity for a breakthrough.

It's simply because, as a collateral disciple, he can't obtain the cultivation techniques of the inner disciples of the sect.

He only had one physical cultivation technique.

Although it is possible to withstand spells from higher-level cultivators.

That sounds pretty cool.

However, in reality, it doesn't offer much help in attracting and absorbing spiritual energy to improve one's cultivation level...

"However, I certainly wouldn't teach you this technique for nothing..."

"I am quite interested in your body cultivation technique."

Su Chen tapped his fingers on the table.

Even if Shi Jian were stupid, he could understand what Su Chen meant.

So, Brother Chen just wants to barter!

"have to!"

"I don't want to take advantage of you either."

"Let me tell you the truth, Brother Chen!"

"My technique is nothing special at all."

"In terms of defensive techniques, it is indeed formidable."

"But the reason why no one in the sect has tried to take it over the years is..."

"That's because this technique only excels at defense and has no offensive capabilities."

"More importantly, it has absolutely no effect on improving cultivation level."

"Otherwise, why would I still be stuck in the Foundation Establishment stage..."

Shi Jian shook his head with a wry smile.

Ha ha!

It's nothing.

That's because they don't know its value, or maybe you're just not very noticeable in the sect.

This technique is only truly effective in the hands of someone with your level of cultivation; its extraordinary nature cannot be fully realized.

If I were to control it myself, I'm afraid it would be too difficult with my current late-stage Golden Core cultivation.

They can withstand the spells of late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.

You actually despise such a heaven-defying technique like trash?

"This was originally a broken martial art passed down from my family ancestors."

"Call it the Four Symbols Black Tortoise Technique!"

"Our family has long since fallen into ruin."

"I didn't take it too seriously myself."

"If you still want it, don't say I'm taking advantage of you!"

Shi Jian curled his lip at that moment.

"Of course not!"

Su Chen smiled.

Speaking of which, the Qi-gathering and spirit-absorbing techniques of the Taiyi Treasure Record are indeed incredibly powerful.

But Shi Jian's Four Symbols Black Tortoise Technique is not bad either.

However, this Taiyi Treasure Record is a legacy left behind by Master Deng.

Su Chen naturally wouldn't actually exchange it.

After all, Su Chen didn't want outsiders to know about such an extraordinary inheritance.

However, it would be appropriate to exchange a small section of the introductory mental cultivation method for the actual technique.

Moreover, it is also very beneficial to his Foundation Establishment stage cultivation.

With this in mind, Su Chen and Shi Jian began studying the Four Symbols Black Tortoise Technique...

The next day...

Disciples from various sects arrived at the martial arts arena early.

The number of disciples watching the match today is significantly higher than yesterday by 30%.

It's not because of anything else.

It's because almost all the disciples with low cultivation levels were eliminated yesterday.

Today's match naturally features some formidable, headliners.

No one would miss such a lively event.

"Luoyun Sect, Su Chen."

"Tai Xuan Sect, Lin Wanwan."

At this moment, Pei Yan read out the names of the two people.

???

Ok?

Su Chen had originally wanted to watch the show.

As a result, his name was called out.

And the other party is none other than the saintly Lin Wanwan?

Then look at Pei Yan, that old man, who is now staring at him with narrowed eyes.

Su Chen immediately realized what was going on.

This guy intentionally arranged for himself to be paired with this saintess.

It seems that the saintess from yesterday is still holding a grudge against me.

The Tai Xuan Sect also noticed this.

It's quite interesting that the Tai Xuan Sect deliberately arranged for him to fight against their own Holy Maiden.

Ultimately, it was all to use their own Holy Maiden to suppress this true disciple of the Falling Cloud Sect.

This was used to suppress the Falling Cloud Sect.

Or did he intend to use his own hands to ruin the Saintess's chance to advance to the true lineage?

After all, that kid Shi Jian had told him yesterday.

There are also many people in the Tai Xuan Sect who do not want Lin Wanwan to become a true disciple.

Looks like there's no way to avoid it...

Su Chen leisurely walked onto the martial arts stage.

Lin Wanwan, however, had already been waiting for Su Chen with her sword in hand.

...