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Chapter 34: Chapter 34 I am no less talented than anyone else!
Lin Canglang glared fiercely at Luo Mingshan, barely able to suppress the fury in his heart!
The North City Market was the foundation of the Lin Family’s survival. If lost, the Lin Family would inevitably decline as a result.
"Family Head, let’s fight them!"
Several high-ranking Lin Family members rushed over, glaring menacingly at Luo Mingshan and his group, brimming with murderous intent.
Luo Hong and the others stepped to Luo Mingshan’s side.
Luo Hong said coldly, "Is this the Lin Family’s idea of credibility?"
Veins throbbed on Lin Canglang’s forehead. He glanced at Yun Daojiang on the high platform and said darkly:
"Let’s go!"
This Hunting Festival was hosted by the City Lord himself. Causing trouble now would only disrespect the City Lord Mansion!
Moreover, Luo Mingshan had recovered from his injuries and broken through to the peak of the Third Stage of Tongxuan Realm, which gave them no advantage.
Carrying Lin Yun, the Lin Family members followed Lin Canglang resentfully, completely contrasting with the arrogance and pomp they displayed upon their arrival.
"Hmph!"
On the high platform, the Eighth Prince Jin Min stood up with a sullen expression, preparing to leave.
His visit to Qishan City had not gone smoothly from the very beginning!
Luo Yao gracefully rose, offering Jin Min a poised smile. "Eighth Prince, will you send the promissory note to the Imperial City or Xuanyuan Sect?"
Jin Min’s face twitched.
He had nearly forgotten that he had bet ten million taels on Lin Yun!
Ten million taels—losing such a sum was undoubtedly painful for him!
"No need! Next month, I will deliver it to Lingyun Pavilion myself!"
Throwing out these cold words, Jin Min strode away. As he passed the plaza, he suddenly halted, his piercing gaze locking onto Luo Cheng:
"Boy, we’ll meet again!"
He snorted heavily before leaving directly.
Staying in Qishan City for even a moment longer was intolerable to him.
Luo Cheng, however, felt somewhat speechless. Judging by Jin Min’s tone, it seemed he had completely developed a grudge against him.
But it wasn’t Luo Cheng who had prompted him to gamble in the first place. Losing ten million taels—how was that Luo Cheng’s fault?
The sun set in the west, marking the perfect conclusion to the Hunting Festival.
"Congratulations, Family Head Luo!"
Representatives from the major powers stepped forward to offer their congratulations to Luo Mingshan.
Everyone understood clearly that from today onwards, Qishan City would change forever.
Taking over the North City Market solidified the Luo Family’s status as the number one family in Qishan City, unshakable by any force!
Luo Mingshan hadn’t been this joyful in years; his spirits were soaring as he clasped his fists in response one by one.
As the main character of the day, Luo Cheng was also surrounded by a crowd, with endless words of praise and flattery.
Just as Luo Cheng felt overwhelmed, the crowd suddenly parted in silence, revealing a stunning figure who walked in.
It was Yun Mengli!
"Come with me."
With a single sentence, Yun Mengli’s flowing white robes drifted away gracefully.
Luo Cheng quickly followed her.
When they arrived at a secluded and quiet area, Yun Mengli stopped and fixed her piercing eyes on Luo Cheng, as though she could reach into his soul.
"I underestimated you. You actually managed to cultivate Thousand Jin Power while still in the Body Tempering Realm."
Yun Mengli was indeed astonished.
She had encountered countless geniuses, including those who had cultivated to the Extreme Realm within Body Tempering, but never had anyone reached Thousand Jin Power.
If the Extreme Realm symbolized pushing beyond limits,
then Luo Cheng was another rare miracle within those broken limits!
Luo Cheng smiled and said, "You didn’t call me here just to compliment me, did you?"
Yun Mengli replied earnestly, "Show me your Martial Soul."
"Alright!"
Luo Cheng did not hesitate and directly unleashed his Martial Soul.
He also wanted to see whether Yun Mengli, with her cultivation level, could detect the unique nature of his Martial Soul.
If she could discern its secrets, then he’d better be prepared for whatever may come.
Yun Mengli studied the Nine-colored Mysterious Egg closely. Her sparkling eyes radiated faint traces of bluish-green light and circled around Luo Cheng, observing intently.
Luo Cheng couldn’t help but feel nervous, wondering what he should say if she uncovered anything.
After quite some time, Yun Mengli abruptly withdrew her gaze, a hint of puzzlement flashing in her eyes.
Luo Cheng asked apprehensively, "Senior Sister, what’s wrong?"
"Nothing..."
It was precisely because she saw nothing unusual that Yun Mengli found it even stranger.
To achieve Thousand Jin Power in the Body Tempering Realm was an incredible feat! Yet, the Martial Soul he had awakened was the most useless of all—the Wasted Martial Soul. It was utterly baffling!
Seeing Yun Mengli fail to uncover anything, Luo Cheng breathed a sigh of relief.
Yun Mengli glanced at him briefly and suddenly said, "I’ll be returning to Xuanyuan Sect tomorrow. Will you come with me?"
"I have some things I need to take care of first."
Luo Cheng shook his head. He had already promised Luo Yao to help her with alchemy after the Hunting Festival.
Besides, unresolved matters with the Lin Family still loomed.
Yun Mengli nodded. "Very well. You can take the time to break through to the Transcendence Realm before coming. Then you’ll be able to directly cultivate Xuanyuan Sect techniques. With your accomplishments in the Extreme Realm, advancing to the Transcendence Realm will be effortless."
Luo Cheng nodded and said, "Senior Sister, I heard that Xuanyuan Sect disciples awaken Martial Souls that are at least Three-star Martial Souls?"
Yun Mengli raised one elegant brow. "What’s wrong? Are you lacking confidence? Afraid to go?"
Luo Cheng grinned. "Of course not. My talent is second to none!"
"Such bold words—’second to none’!"
Yun Mengli smiled faintly and stared at Luo Cheng, her gaze emitting a peculiar spark.
"No wonder you could achieve the Extreme Realm in Body Tempering. Now I understand. People say that Martial Soul is everything to a martial artist, but that’s not true! True power lies in one’s spirit. If you give up on yourself, then you’re the true waste, destined to never rise again."
"The Xuanyuan Sect disciples do indeed require Martial Souls of at least Three-star. However, since you’ve called me Senior Sister and I’ve accepted, you are now my Junior Brother. Just bring my Identity Token, and I’ll handle everything for you."
Luo Cheng was taken aback. He hadn’t expected this seemingly aloof Senior Sister to act with such boldness!
When Luo Cheng returned to the plaza, it was already evening.
"Cheng’er, what did the City Lord’s daughter want with you?" Luo Mingshan asked.
"Nothing much. She only wanted to see my Martial Soul." Luo Cheng replied perfunctorily.
Luo Mingshan muttered, "I heard the City Lord’s daughter is an exceptionally valued genius in Xuanyuan Sect. If she recommends you, perhaps you could join Xuanyuan Sect for cultivation..."
Luo Heng sighed, "Unfortunately, the minimum requirement to enter Xuanyuan Sect is a Three-star Martial Soul."
"Three-star Martial Soul? So what!"
Luo Mingshan stroked his beard and huffed, "Cheng’er in the Body Tempering Realm can defeat martial artists from the Transcendence Realm! How many Xuanyuan Sect disciples can manage that? My grandson is second to none!"
Luo Cheng was about to mention Yun Mengli’s Identity Token, but Luo Mingshan continued:
"Today marks the most exhilarating day for our Luo Family in years. Come, let’s celebrate properly tonight!" 𝖓𝔬𝔳𝔭𝔲𝔟.𝖈𝖔𝔪
With that, Luo Mingshan grabbed Luo Cheng and headed downhill.
Qishan City.
By the time Luo Cheng and his party returned to the city, news of the dramatic events at the Hunting Festival had already spread like wildfire throughout Qishan City.
The shocking news left the entire city stunned. Everyone who heard of it was first struck by disbelief, followed by an overwhelming sense of awe!
As night fell, the once lively Luo Family gradually quieted down.
Beneath the moonlight, Luo Cheng sat cross-legged in the Practice Field.
He was preparing to break through to the Transcendence Realm!
