Chapter 37

Azure Lotus Sword Art?Jiang Chen was delighted in his heart. This system reward was not bad at all! The levels of martial arts manuals and spiritual weapons were the same, ranging from low, medium, high, superior and divine grade.

Martial arts were for cultivation, while manuals were key to enhancing combat prowess.

Although Jiang Chen was a true disciple of the Jiuyan Sect, the sect’s core martial arts and manuals had nothing to do with him.

It wasn’t that Xiao Hongyi didn’t want to teach him, but to obtain the sect’s core martial arts manuals, one had to establish enough merit and get the approval of the Jiuyan Sect’s Supreme Elder.

Xiao Hongyi might be protective, but this was one of the strictest rules of the Jiuyan Sect, and she dared not violate it.

The Jiang family had plenty of high-level martial arts manuals, but the problem was that they were all somewhat unorthodox.

Therefore, from the beginning, Xiao Hongyi instructed Jiang Chen that he could not learn the Jiang family’s martial arts manuals as long as he was a disciple of the Jiuyan Sect.

Reluctantly, Jiang Chen had to bear the title of Eldest Senior Brother of Ninth Peak, yet he practiced only the most common martial arts manuals.

In his nine cycles of reincarnations, he had tried to establish merit for the sect and gain the recognition of those Supreme Elders.

But of course, it was useless!

According to the original story, it was only after he was stripped of his cultivation and expelled from the Jiuyan Sect that Jiang Chen started from scratch, cultivating the Jiang family’s martial arts and quickly becoming stronger with his talent.

As the sole heir of the Jiang family, there were also many reluctances behind Jiang Chen joining a Central Domain sect.

In short, it’s the idea that one cannot tolerate others snoring beside their bed!

The current relationship between the Jiang Family and the Imperial Dynasty was very delicate, and it was clear to any discerning eye that the Imperial Dynasty would take action against the Jiang family if given the chance.

The Upper Domain was the center of the Imperial Dynasty’s power, while the Central Domain was far from the emperor’s reach. Moreover, Jiuyan Old Ancestor was not as simple as he seemed on the surface, which is why the Jiang family sent Jiang Chen to apprentice under the Jiuyan Sect.

Putting these thoughts aside, Jiang Chen focused on the system reward he had just received.

The Azure Lotus Sword Art was a superior grade martial art, only cultivable by monks in the upper four realms or those with special constitutions.

He clearly did not meet either of these conditions.

But since he instantly has beginner proficiency, he should be able to learn it smoothly with the system’s help!

With this thought, Jiang Chen couldn’t help but feel excited.

With his current strength, he could indeed only wield a superior grade spiritual sword for a maximum of ten breaths. Exceeding this time would risk the sword’s power affecting his mind, causing mental damage and foundation disruption.

However, this risk would no longer exist if he learned the Azure Lotus Sword Art.

After all, a superior grade sword technique was meant to better control and wield a superior grade spiritual sword!

By then.

He was clearly at the Human Origin level of cultivation, but he was able to wield a superior grade spiritual sword and cultivate a superior grade sword technique?

Containing his excitement, Jiang Chen focused on the battle at hand, intending to make it quick.

Although the Azure Lotus Sword Art could be learned instantly, it still required an absolutely quiet environment, which was clearly not the case at the moment.

“One move! I only need one move to defeat you. It’s not too late to kneel and admit defeat now.”

Looking at Lin Mubai, Jiang Chen spoke again.

These words made many people want to laugh.

To think of overcoming a realm gap with just a superior grade spiritual weapon?

Impossible!

Jiang Chen didn’t bother explaining, simply closing his eyes slightly.

“Buzz—”

The Flame Blood Dragon Sword suddenly let out a loud hum, and spiritual weapons gathered around him, a majestic ancient charm gradually emerging.

Immersed in ancient charm.

Jiang Chen, dressed in black, stood as his clothes billowed without wind, his figure piercing the sky like a sword.

Before he even made a move, a wild wind had already begun to rage.

“Does Eldest Senior Brother expect me to kneel and admit defeat?”

As Lin Mubai slowly approached, he asked softly.

Jiang Chen, who was gearing up for a big move, chose not to respond.

“Admitting defeat is out of the question.”

Lin Mubai added.

This statement made the onlooking crowd nod in agreement.

There was no need to emphasize further. They all understood!

With Jiang Chen being so arrogant, how could he possibly admit defeat? He definitely needed to be put in his place!

“Second Senior Brother, we support you!”

A disciple shouted, raising his arm.

“Mubai, go all out without any reservations. Even the finest spiritual sword is not strong enough to defeat you.”

Li Fadu nodded and smiled.

The disdainful Jiang Chen continued to charge up his big move…

Soon, Lin Mubai was standing right in front of Jiang Chen, only a step away.

This made Jiang Chen a bit panicked.

The system’s rewarded moves and secret manuals were all instant access, requiring no practice or learning.

So, it was only now realized that the casting time for this sword technique was ridiculously long! Couldn’t the cast time be reduced?

‘Stay calm, it’s just a small scene.’

Jiang Chen reassured himself in his mind.

Worried that Lin Mubai might suddenly attack while he was still charging up his move, he blurted out.

“Second Junior Brother, take a few steps back. You’re too close to me, Senior Brother feels a bit pressured.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Mubai was stunned!

Xiao Hongyi was also speechless.

Li Fadu and the rest of the audience, who were holding their breath in anticipation of the battle, nearly stumbled!

What was this nonsense?

This was supposed to be a sparring match! A head-on confrontation!

Indeed, shamelessness knows no bounds.

Who asks their opponent to step back a few steps just because they feel pressured?

Why not just ask them to stick out their neck for you to chop?

“Jiang Chen! You’re going too far! Second Senior Brother may be mad, but he’s not an idiot! Your words are an insult to our upright and justice-seeking Second Senior Brother’s intelligence!”

Unable to contain his sense of justice, a disciple burst out in anger!

After speaking, he immediately regretted it.

If Jiang Chen sought revenge later, a hellish life awaited him!

But the words were out and couldn’t be taken back.

Now, all he could hope for was that Lin Mubai would beat Jiang Chen to the point of being half-disabled, preferably bedridden for a decade or so…

Naturally, his words won the approval of the others.

“Start quickly! No more verbal disputes!”

Xiao Hongyi frowned, clearly becoming impatient.

Just when everyone thought…

After hearing Jiang Chen’s words, the mad Lin Mubai would surely erupt in rage and teach this villainous Eldest Senior Brother what divine retribution meant…

“Oh.”

After nodding obediently, Lin Mubai actually took a step back!

He looked up and saw no reaction from Jiang Chen.

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“…”

At that moment, everyone fell silent.

Not only did they fall silent, but they all wanted to slap themselves!

No one expected this.

Jiang Chen had merely insulted Lin Mubai’s intelligence with his words.

But Lin Mubai?

He proved himself with his actions, showing he was not only crazy but also stupid!

“The second senior brother has always been respectful and law-abiding, honoring his teachers and valuing the way. Think about it this way, this proves that even if he’s gone mad, he would still show the basic respect to the eldest senior brother.”

A certain disciple tried to explain as best as he could.

“Not bad.”

“That makes sense!”

“…”

The others gave a stiff smile in agreement.

What else could they do if they disagreed?

They had already paid and were influenced by the atmosphere; many had said harsh words to Jiang Chen just a moment ago.

If they didn’t firmly stand by Lin Mubai now, wouldn’t they be completely done for?

On the other hand, Jiang Chen.

Seeing Lin Mubai being so obedient, he couldn’t help but be stunned.

However, this was only for an instant. After all, the words and actions of a madman can’t be deduced by common sense.

Fortunately, this indeed bought him a lot of time to continue charging his powerful move.

“Eldest Senior Brother…”

Lin Mubai suddenly shouted.

“What did you say? It’s too far. I can’t hear you.”

Jiang Chen smirked cunningly.

“Should I come closer?”

Lin Mubai asked again.

“Lin Mubai! We are sparring, not joking around!”

Jiang Chen scolded, “If you have something to say, come over and say it! Everyone and Master have waited too long, let’s have a proper fight after you finish speaking!”

“Oh.”

Lin Mubai nodded and took steps forward again.

Seeing this scene, the onlookers felt for the first time that Jiang Chen was right!

They should indeed finish the nonsense quickly, as a head-on tough spar was what they wanted to see! Under everyone’s watchful eyes, Lin Mubai approached Jiang Chen once more.

“Eldest Senior Brother…”

He called out softly.

Everyone straightened up and listened intently.

At this point, they also wanted to know what Lin Mubai really wanted to say.

But unexpectedly…

Jiang Chen suddenly opened his eyes. His powerful move was fully charged.

“Haha, Lin Mubai! All is fair in war! If you had suddenly attacked earlier, I might have been caught off guard. But now, you’ve already lost! Even kneeling and surrendering is useless! Watch closely. This is an ancient sword technique…”

Jiang Chen laughed arrogantly.

As he spoke, he swung the Flame Blood Dragon Sword in his hand, and a chilling sword intent emerged from within him.

Seeing this, the onlookers were dumbfounded!

Their opinion of Jiang Chen, the Ninth Peak’s Eldest Senior Brother, and his shamelessness reached a new low!

Just as everyone was worried that Lin Mubai might not be able to defend himself in such a sudden attack…

“Thump—”

Lin Mubai knelt down! Not only did he kneel, but he also buried his head and let out a clear sound of crying!

Xiao Hongyi: “???”

Hundreds of Ninth Peak disciples: “???”

The abrupt situation left Jiang Chen completely dumbfounded, instinctively holding back the sword technique he had been ready to unleash!

“F*ck!?” He cursed inwardly.

Well, that was a waste of a big move!

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