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Chu Hongling was already extremely attractive at the age of fifteen to sixteen, and had already received quite a bit of attention in the outer sect. After entering the inner sect, even if her family was filled with female disciples, she was still considered second to none, and attracted the admiration of many male disciples.

Qiu Yan, who was in front of him, was one of them.

He was actually rejected?

Qiu Yan's expression sank slightly and couldn't help but be stumped. He never would have thought that his invitation would actually be rejected by Chu Hongling in a single go.

Qiu Yan had once been an influential figure in the outer sect. Even during the entrance examination back then, he had only lost to Wei Jun, who was ranked second. In this past year, he had become more powerful, he was already at the level of High Level Martial Disciple, and had even mastered eight martial arts. He was confident that his current strength had long surpassed Wei Jun's!

As the Four Great Newcomers from the previous tournament, Qiu Yan was the hottest target of this year's trial. After Wei Jun withdrew from the trial due to his injuries, Qiu Yan was seen as the only person who could match up to the previous examination's number one He Feng. Almost every participant wanted to form a team with him, but he already had a candidate, so he declined them one by one.

Yet now, he was actually rejected by the candidate that he had his eyes on!?

At this time, the disciples in the cave who were paying attention to the situation over here also began to whisper among themselves.

"Senior Chu actually rejected Senior Brother Qiu Yan's invitation!"

"Yeah, Senior Brother Qiu Yan is the hottest target of this exam. If we can form a team with him, we would have found a great backer."

"But Senior Chu actually rejected it!"

"And it's for that Luo Xiu …"

In an instant, everyone's gazes gathered on Luo Xiu, including Qiu Yan's. They all walked towards Luo Xiu, and looked up and down at this unassuming youth with hostility.

With regards to the burning gazes around him, Luo Xiu seemed to have completely ignored them. He turned his head slightly, and his eyes shone upon the beautiful scarlet figure that was like fire.

Chu Hongling stood in front of Luo Xiu, her lips curled into a slight smile, as her eyes that were bright as the stars stared at him, seemingly revealing a sense of anticipation.

To be able to accompany Chu Hongling by her side was also something that many of the male disciples fantasized about. And this Luo Xiu was actually able to receive Chu Hongling's invitation, just this alone made the surrounding youths' eyes turn red with jealousy.

Luo Xiu was in a bit of a dilemma, but before he could say anything, Qiu Yan spoke again: "So this is Junior Brother Luo Xiu, I heard that Junior Brother Luo cultivated under the puerariae radix's tutelage, and that short peak is not like the other five peaks, there is no one else here, so it's probably not too convenient for Junior Brother Luo to look for someone to accompany you. Since Junior Chu wants to help you, I understand."

Qiu Yan explained everything he said, but even Luo Xiu did not understand his intention, but everyone else secretly nodded: So that's the case, no wonder the Senior Chu would look for Luo Xiu to team up, as expected of the kind-hearted Senior Chu.

Qiu Yan paused for a while, and continued: "However, the inner sect's trial is an extremely important trial, you cannot play like this. If Brother Luo is having trouble selecting your companions, as your senior brother, I can help you find them. As for your Senior Chu, her goal is to obtain victory in this trial, or to stay with me, she is more confident. "What do you think?"

'A fox's tail has finally been revealed! '

Luo Xiu finally understood Qiu Yan's intention. This guy was a hidden needle, he wanted him to know the difficulty of the matter and retreat.

Chu Hongling frowned and rushed to answer Luo Xiu: "Senior Brother Qiu, I appreciate your kindness, but to be together with Junior Brother Luo Xiu, this is Hongling's own decision. It's best to invite Senior Brother Qiu to look for another teammate to replace him."

After he finished speaking, Qiu Yan's gaze once again turned to Luo Xiu.

However, Luo Xiu couldn't see any kind intentions in those fox-like eyes.

Luo Xiu muttered to himself. Just as he was about to speak, he saw Chu Hongling's pair of bright eyes staring straight at him.

"I'm sorry Senior Brother Qiu, I think that Senior Chu cannot be with you anymore."

The moment Luo Xiu said this, the expression on his face eased a bit, and the entire Tibetan Cliff went into an uproar!

This Luo Xiu, didn't he know what was good for him? He actually dared to snatch a Senior Chu right in front of Senior Brother Qiu Yan? They had eaten the guts of a leopard!

Instantly, the many spectators from the Tibetan Cliff all revealed expressions of interest. They knew that a good show was about to begin

As expected, Qiu Yan's expression immediately darkened, even though he was trying his best to maintain a smile that was out of shape, everyone could still see the burning rage in his eyes: "Looks like Junior Brother Luo doesn't understand, Junior Chu following you in the trial can only be a passing act, only by following me can you have the chance to win!"

Hearing the contempt in Qiu Yan's tone, Luo Xiu laughed: "Although senior brother is very confident, but these words, I think I am underestimating everyone else."

Another collision!

The smile on Qiu Yan's face had almost completely disappeared, "Based on what you've said, Junior Brother Luo is a little unconvinced. Since that's the case, let's spar. The loser party will leave and the winner will form a team with the Junior Chu. Do you dare to compete with me? "

"Senior apprentice-brother, since you wish to spar, I am happy to accompany you as well." Luo Xiu rubbed his nose, looking relaxed.

Hearing Luo Xiu's agreement, a hint of a smile finally appeared on Qiu Yan's gloomy face, but it was a bit sinister.

The disciples inside Tibetan Cliff also started to seethe with excitement. Originally, they had only come to pick a set of martial arts, but they did not expect to see such an exciting show.

Under Luo Xiu's lead, the group arrived at the flat roof of the short peak.

This was originally a place where the Old Mr. Ge would flatten the mountain peaks and give Luo Xiu the chance to wash his roots and refine his bones. After washing and refining, Luo Xiu casually tidied up a bit and turned it into a huge training grounds that was suitable for his daily training.

The two of them had already occupied the center of the arena. A group of disciples formed a circle hundreds of meters away, quietly watching the match between the two.

"When it's time for a competition between fellow disciples, do not hurt our friendship. Senior Brother Qiu and Junior Brother Luo Xiu, please take note of the importance of this." Chu Hongling who was acting as the referee said to the two of them.

"Naturally, I will show mercy. Junior Chu, don't worry." Qiu Yan's tone revealed his contempt for Luo Xiu.

Seeing that Luo Xiu also nodded his head, Chu Hongling retreated to the side and announced: "The competition begins!"

As Chu Hongling's words fell, Qiu Yan's expression turned cold. Dense vitality seeped out from his body and the surface of his body emitted a bright luster. That kind of intense energy fluctuation was actually a lot stronger than normal Martial Disciple.

"It really is the high level of Martial Disciple!"

Seeing Qiu Yan's performance, exclamations of surprise instantly sounded out from the flat top, and a complacent smile surfaced on Qiu Yan's face.

Amongst the newcomers from the past two years, those who had advanced to Martial Disciple could be counted on one hand, which was also the reason why Qiu Yan was viewed as having an excellent victory.

"Huh?"

Seeing Qiu Yan's situation, everyone immediately turned to look at Luo Xiu, but all of them simultaneously let out a sound of shock!

Because Luo Xiu, who was standing opposite of Qiu Yan, actually did not even release his vitality, but only stood there normally. He did not even take the most basic defensive posture!

"What's going on?"

The audience looked at each other, confused.

Luo Xiu's expression, which was neither fast nor slow, did he not seem to be ready for battle? But Qiu Yan, who was on the other side, was clearly ready to make a move! If he still did not activate his Yuan Qi, by any chance Qiu Yan would attack him in front of him, would he still be able to react in time?

"Did he give up on himself?"

Everyone was filled with questions, even Chu Hongling could not understand what Luo Xiu was doing.

The corner of Qiu Yan's mouth rose into a smile: "Junior Brother Luo, don't blame me for not reminding you. For this move, you'd better go all out. Otherwise, there might not be a second move. "

Hearing that, Luo Xiu laughed, but just as he opened his mouth, before he could speak, a black shadow suddenly appeared in front of him, and Qiu Yan rushed forward quickly.

Gale Palm!

A strong light surged out of Qiu Yan's arm. When he struck out with his palm, a sonic boom could be heard. The storm was as swift as a blade as it swept towards Luo Xiu while bringing along a blade-wind.

This attack was a lower tier martial art!

Looks like Qiu Yan did not plan to give Luo Xiu any chances, he wanted to determine the victor in just a few moves!

However, even if Qiu Yan's Gale Palm was in front of him, Luo Xiu would not even have the chance to circulate his vital energy. The waves of wind that were like the edge of a blade sliced onto his body, and all of them disappeared without a trace half an inch in front of him!

"What's going on?"

The strange sight in front of him startled Qiu Yan, and when his palm continued to push forward, and was not even a foot away from Luo Xiu, he suddenly saw Luo Xiu, and moved!

"Gale Palm, an inferior palm martial skill. It activates Essence at an extremely fast speed, bringing with it a fierce wave of attacks. Its weakness is that it requires continuous Essence Support!"

Luo Xiu's eyes flashed as the information regarding the Secret Manual of Gale Palm that he had read previously appeared in his mind. Then, Luo Xiu slowly raised his right hand and formed a finger seal. In front of him, he pointed towards the sky and did not make any other movements.

"What!?"

Seeing Luo Xiu's actions, Qiu Yan's face turned pale!