Chapter 487 Martial Meeting (2).



Shi Lang and the rest stood up. The terran was not a fan of the monarchy, but he still knew how to maintain decorum. After all, he was just a rookie in this world. He had been here for only a month. He might have a few skills, but he was not strong enough. 

Xiang San stood beside him, saying, "Look at all these suck-ups. They make a clown of themselves even when they know the Prince will not take any interest in them after the meeting. Unless the person is a beauty." 

Shi Lang asked hushedly, "Is the prince a philanderer?" 

Xiang San gazed at him with eyes wide open. He said, "Brother, you have a rich imagination. The fourth prince is only twelve years old. He likes pretty women because they all pamper him a lot." 

Shi Lang sighed and asked, "So this facade is for a child?" 

Xiang San sighed and sighed, "You need to read more. The fourth prince has an innate sword heart. He is a sword master already. Do you understand what I mean? He can kill enemies if you give him a sword, and the enemy is below the Immortal Soul Realm." 

Shi Lang sucked in a mouthful of breath. Shi Ning said, "Big brother, why are you surprised? Aren't you a sword cultivator too?" 

Shi Lang waved his hand quickly and said, "You do not put me on a pedestal. I am not that talented. My intent is crude and destructive. I will not compare to the people with innate talents." 

Xiang San was surprised and asked, "Brother Shi, you hide too deep." 

Shi Lang shook his head and sighed. The entourage of the fourth prince appeared in sight. Ling Tian rushed over to the pavilion entrance and stood with his head bowed humbly. Shi Lang could not help but remark, "He sure looks nice like this." 

Xiao Nan and the Shi sisters smiled faintly, listening to this. Ling Tian did not get to catch on the fun as he was busy greeting the Fourth Prince, who a skinny man with a spear followed. 

Shi Ning said, "That is Ling First. He gave up the right to be the master of the family for an opportunity to serve the Prince after being scouted." 

Xiao Nan added, "It is not that he gave up. I heard that the Patriarch Ling was not very fond of him. It must be because he was born to a maid when the Patriarch was still the young master of the family. Old Man Ling almost died from anger, but apparently, the child had a good talent. He follows Taoism, and I must say, none within the same age or realm can catch his hands." 

Shi Lang nodded and said, "This guy sure is a talent. Ling Family ancestors might be turning over from rage in their graves." 

While they were chatting, two personal guards and one maid led the Fourth Prince to sit on the highest seat in the pavilion. However, the child displayed great manners before he sat down and greeted everyone. 

"Greetings, everyone. I am Tian Longjian. Today, we all have gathered here to exchange moves and learn from each other. You are all my elders, so I hope to learn from you. I hope this meeting is peaceful and productive." 

The crowd clasped their fists and bowed to the Prince as they said, "Thank you for your grace, Your Highness." 

Shi Lang was surprised, but he quickly followed the gesture. He did not shout like the others but moved his lips. The fourth prince sat down and gestured to Ling Tian. He bowed slightly before saying, " With His Highness's grace, the martial exchange meeting will proceed." 

The people cheered and waited. Shi Lang raised his brow, and Xiang Nan said, "Let us wait for someone to come forward and make an introduction." 

Shi Lang nodded and waited. After a minute, when no one came forward, Tian Longjian asked, "Umm, is something wrong?" 

Ling Tian looked at a cronie and glared. The person sighed and stood up. He walked up to the center of the pavilion and bowed in four directions before he said, "Since everyone is hesitant, allow me to show my ugliness. I am Jiang Taishan. Greetings everyone. I have just stepped into the immortal core realm. I wonder if any senior brother would like to give me advice." 

One person stood up and said, "I am Huang Langxue. Greetings, my realm is slightly higher than yours, so I hope you do not mind." 

Jiang Taishan gestured for the man to come over, and soon, the two began to spar. The exchange of blows was sharp and precise. Shi Lang nodded and said, "Ning, Yua, pay attention. Look at the way they mobilize force and do not waste energy. Their movements are rehearsed, but they serve nicely for demonstration purposes." 

The two girls nodded and observed. Xiang San and Xiao Nan internally approved Shi Lang. This man had a rich experience saying that the spar was rehearsed. Soon a few more matches took place. However, Shi Lang lost interest, and so did the Prince. 

Tian Longjian whispered something in the ear of his second guard, who bowed and said, "His Highness had announced that if a person could manage to win five matches back to back, he or she would be rewarded an enlightenment pill." 

Shi Lang sat calmly while the people around him exploded. Xiao Nan sighed and said, "I almost wish to send Elder Chen in to compete and win the pill." 

Xiang San sighed and said, "This pill can easily help anyone stuck in a bottleneck below the realm of Immortal Physique." 

Shi Lang raised his brow and was aware that the realm of immortal physique came after the realm of the immortal soul. He was surprised and could not help but lean forward slightly. Xiang San noticed this and asked, "Brother Shi wants to try?"

Shi Lang nodded and said, "Not to hide from you, but I am stuck at the golden core realm despite my age. This is shameful." 

Xiao Nan shook her head slightly, and Shi Ning wanted to say something when Shi Yua stopped her. Xiang San thought these people expected more from Shi Lang and pitied him. He said, "Since that is the case. You should try if you did not manage to win five bouts. I will step forward. I will get you that pill. Think of it as a token of my sincerity." 

Shi Lang said nothing for a few seconds but thanked the guy. The center of the pavilion was already bustling. The others would follow every match, but none of the people managed to win any spot. Ling Tian wanted to participate, but he wanted to wait for stronger and more talented opponents to lose or get injured first. 

Watching the situation, he stepped up and said, "I would like to seek guidance from everyone." 

One person stood up, and the battle ensued. However, the person lost. This followed another battle. Gradually, Ling Tian managed to win four battles, and everyone was cautious. They did not wish to allow him to get away with the reward, and before Ling Tian could ask his cronies to stand up and fight. 

Shi Lang stood up from his seat and said, "I would like to fight with you, Young Master Ling." 

Ling Tian was surprised but regained his composure and nodded as he gestured for Shi Lang to step up. The terran nodded and said, "Pardon my rudeness. I am a golden core realm cultivator. I seek your advice." 

Ling Tian was surprised. Did this guy not know that he was in the immortal core realm? Why did he come over? Is this a way for him to play nice and help him get the pill to gain favor? However, this person was from the Shi Family. How can things smoothen out so easily? 

He shook his head internally and clasped his hands to greet Shi Lang. The young man returned the gesture and said, "Please." 

Ling Tian moved forward quickly and kicked Shi Lang's temple. The Terran was quick and leaned back while he raised his leg and countered the kick Ling Tian made. The impact made Ling Tian loss his balance. Shi Lang quickly followed up as he said, "Lightning Fist. 

His spirit energy had the lightning attribute, which was shocking. So, Shi Lang controlled the energy he infused in his punch. 

Ling Tian took out his fan and unfolded it. The fan served as a shield and blocked the attack. However, was Shi Lang going to give up this easily. He unsheathed his sword and slashed at the wrist of the opponent. 

It seemed like he was playing ruthlessly. However, upon better focus, it was obvious that Shi Lang was using the sides of his sword to deal with Ling Tian's defense. The two people play back and forth. Their skills shocked the people. As it turned out they were both very strong. The fourth Prince said, "Who is fighting Ling Tian?"

Shi Ning stood up and, after a bow, said, "Your Highness, it is my elder brother." 

The fourth Prince smiled and said, "Sister Ning, you are here. I am upset. Why did you not tell me before coming over? Your captain is mean. He locked me up in the camp to train." 

Shi Ning smiled sheepishly as she apologized. The fourth prince was a goof.