Chapter 35

The next day, Jiuyan Sect’s Ninth Peak were abuzz with discussion. Sᴇaʀᴄh the ɴøᴠel Fɪre.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of nøvels early and in the highest quality.The challenge Jiang Chen issued to Lin Mubai was known by all disciples of the Ninth Peak thanks to the publicity of a few of Jiang Chen’s lackeys.

The challenge letter was even posted in the most conspicuous spot in front of Ninth Peak’s main hall.

After reading the challenge letter, the disciples were all speechless.

It’s utterly shameless! Everyone knows it.

Before going mad, Lin Mubai was beaten up by Jiang Chen every other day, often ending up bedridden for days.

After going mad, although Lin Mubai also moved to the mountainside, he didn’t seek revenge. He just practiced his swordmanship skills by the cliff every day.

Under such circumstances, Jiang Chen actually says that Lin Mubai is going too far?

Who is really going too far here?

Doesn’t he have any sense of shame in his Dao Heart?

Everyone had agreed that there wouldn’t be much to this sparring match.

After all, Lin Mubai had gone mad, so why would he bother with Jiang Chen?

Moreover, even if he did pay attention, with Xiao Hongyi’s character of not allowing disciples to fight each other, she would likely stop the fight.

But unexpectedly, Lin Mubai accepted the challenge!

When Xiao Hongyi found out, she not only allowed it but also agreed to act as the referee!

Suddenly, Ninth Peak was in an uproar.

The disciples cried tears of joy, and the elders wept openly! How many years had it been?

They had waited for so many years, and finally, the time had come, the moment they had been waiting for—Jiang Chen was going to be beaten up!

This was definitely the most celebratory event since Jiang Chen’s apprenticeship.

“From the perspective of cultivation, Eldest Senior Brother is definitely no match for the second Senior Brother. But Eldest Senior Brother has the backing of the Jiang Family and has many good things at his disposal. The second Senior Brother is at a disadvantage in this regard!”

In their joy, a disciple couldn’t help but worry.

As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a bucket of cold water had been poured over the enthusiasm of the Ninth Peak disciples and elders.

But soon, Xiao Hongyi’s voice echoed through Ninth Peak:

“For this sparring match between true disciples, the focus is on mutual improvement. Therefore, neither side may use any elixirs during the match, and aside from their personal weapons, no other spiritual artifacts are allowed.”

Before the Ninth Peak disciples could rejoice, they heard Xiao Hongyi say, “The rules cannot be changed. If you lack confidence in yourself, either party can forfeit before the sparring officially begins.”

This left the disciples hanging in suspense again.

After all, wouldn’t they miss out on a good show if Jiang Chen really forfeited?

Fortunately, that didn’t happen.

In response to the rules set by Xiao Hongyi, Jiang Chen simply replied, “If there’s a fight to be had, then let’s fight!”

Although these words sounded domineering, the disciples felt that something was off…

Without dwelling on it, the disciples once again became excited.

In the evening, the sky was filled with red clouds.

Half an hour before the sparring was to begin, the sparring platform at the summit of Ninth Peak was already surrounded by a dense crowd.

Among them, one could even spot figures from the Hall of Enforcement and other peak disciples.

“Elder Li, Jiang Chen knows he’s no match for Lin Mubai, but he still issued a challenge. Could he have gone mad too?”

Below the sparring platform, a young man holding a spiritual sword spoke, somewhat puzzled.

“Hmph, if that were the case, it would be good.”

Li Fadu snorted coldly, “Since ancient times, good people don’t live long, but evildoers linger for a thousand years. In my opinion, that Jiang Chen must have some kind of scheme or trick up his sleeve!”

“That makes sense.”

The young man nodded, his eyes shining with determination, “If Jiang Chen tries any tricks and breaks the rules, even if the peak master of Ninth Peak doesn’t punish him, we from the Hall of Enforcement can’t just ignore it!”

“Indeed, I have the same intention.”

Li Fadu nodded.

As the two chatted.

“Make way! Make way”

A scolding voice came from behind the crowd, and Jiang Chen arrived, flanked by several followers.

He kept his hands behind his back, still dressed in black, with a cynical smirk on his lips.

With a light leap, Jiang Chen landed on the sparring platform.

The sparring platform was constructed from stone bricks and tempered by the sect’s underground fire, making it large and spacious.

Walking around the platform, Jiang Chen spoke out loud, “Thank you everyone for coming to witness my prowess. Without further ado, each person will need to pay ten low-grade spirit stones.”

Upon hearing this, the crowd fell silent.

What does he mean? Is he actually asking for money?

“Jiang Chen, this is the Ninth Peak sparring platform, not a stage for performances! Since you’ve issued a challenge, all disciples have the freedom to watch! Where does the idea of collecting spirit stones come from?” a Ninth Peak elder was the first to object.

“That’s true.” Jiang Chen replied without anger while nodding.

“You have the freedom to watch, and I have the freedom to forfeit. It’s simple. No spirit stones, no fight from me!”

The crowd was instantly speechless.

“Hmph!”

Li Fadu snorted with self-righteousness, “This Jiang Chen must know he’s no match and is looking for a way to forfeit without losing face, hence this method of collecting spirit stones!”

As these words reached their ears, many disciples had a sudden realization, thinking to themselves: This Ninth Peak Eldest Senior Brother is really too cunning! If it costs money, so be it.

Paying to see the notorious Eldest Senior Brother get beaten would be worth it! With this thought in mind, many disciples took out their spirit stones and handed them to Liu Wu and the other followers of Jiang Chen.

After a moment’s hesitation, Li Fadu also took out ten low-grade spirit stones.

“You need to pay ten mid-grade spirit stones,” Jiang Chen added upon seeing this.

“Why?” Li Fadu frowned.

“Because I feel like it!” Jiang Chen said as if it were the most natural thing in the world. “You can choose not to pay, and I’ll simply forfeit. But remember, the money that’s been collected so far is non-refundable!”

Li Fadu was so angry he almost crushed his teeth as he grit it.

Mid-grade spirit stones were not the same as low-grade. It was equivalent to a month’s salary for him as an elder of the Hall of Enforcement!

But it seemed he had no choice but to pay.

His desire to see Jiang Chen get beaten was no less than anyone else present!

If Jiang Chen broke the rules, he could use that as an excuse to take action!

After an internal struggle, Li Fadu reluctantly threw out ten spirit stones, gritting his teeth, “Ten mid-grade spirit stones to see you get beaten is worth it!”

Jiang Chen didn’t reply and just rolled his eyes.

Soon, his followers had collected all the spirit stones and nodded to Jiang Chen.

This brought a satisfied smile to Jiang Chen’s face.

As the only son of the Jiang family, he wasn’t short of money. His actions were merely to annoy the spectators, especially Li Fadu!

Time passed.

“Boom—”

An elder struck the bronze gong beside the sparring platform.

As the sound faded, Xiao Hongyi floated down, taking a seat on the jade seat in front of the platform.

“Where’s Mubai?”

After looking around, she asked.

Her words made many disciples’ hearts hang in suspense.

Only now did they remember an important issue.

Lin Mubai, he’s gone mad! How could they expect a madman to arrive on time for a match?

If Lin Mubai didn’t show up today, not only would they miss the long-awaited scene of Jiang Chen getting beaten, but the spirit stones they paid would also be wasted!

“Everyone move!”

A sudden harsh voice rang out.

Everyone turned around and let out a sigh of relief.

It was Lin Mubai!

Although still dressed like a wild man, the sharp and powerful aura he exuded was a clear sign of his improved strength!

“Second Senior Brother, I support you!”

“Justice is served at this moment! Beat up Eldest Senior Brother until he’s searching for his teeth on the ground!”

“Second Senior Brother, if you beat Eldest Senior Brother, you’ll be Ninth Peak’s number one true successor!”

“We cheer for you!”

The crowd instantly erupted.

“Shut up! Otherwise, I’ll chop you all up!”

Lin Mubai was irritable and threatened with a harsh voice.

At his shout, the crowd fell silent once again.

“Eldest Senior Brother is so cool!!”

A delicate voice suddenly rose.

Someone dared to support Jiang Chen?

That was simply outrageous! With this thought, everyone looked in the direction of the voice.

At the back of the crowd, Jiang Lianyue was excited like a little fan, her beautiful eyes filled with admiration for Jiang Chen.

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