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Chapter 72: Chapter 72: Luo Cheng, Show No Mercy!
Crack!
Just as Lin Jintai left, an unexpected change occurred.
The stone slab beneath Luo Cheng’s feet suddenly shattered, causing him to stagger backwards a few steps.
Watching Lin Jintai’s receding figure, Luo Cheng’s eyes were icy!
Though Lin Jintai seemed to lightly pat him twice, each time contained hidden force, amounting to several thousand jin of power!
If it were an ordinary martial artist at the Third Layer of the Transcendence Realm, they would surely suffer serious internal injuries from these two strikes!
Luo Cheng understood this was a warning, trying to coerce him into agreeing to help Elder He exploit the servant disciples, aiding their persecution!
Nonetheless, they had no previous enmity, yet the moment they met, the opponent struck so viciously, showing his malicious nature!
"Lin Jintai, I will remember these strikes! Someday, I will repay them!"
Luo Cheng snorted coldly and turned to enter the room.
Closing the door, Luo Cheng sat cross-legged on the bed and took out a porcelain bottle.
Pouring the contents, eight Three-star Pills rolled out, each a different color, emitting a strong energy fluctuation.
"I’ll risk it all!"
Looking at the Three-star Pills in his hand, Luo Cheng’s eyes were firm, with a hint of madness!
The arrival of Lin Jintai made Luo Cheng realize that if he couldn’t become an Outer Disciple quickly and establish his footing, his future in Xuanyuan Sect would be dire, at the mercy of others.
Elder He alone would not spare him.
Luo Cheng decided to take a risk and see if he could break through to the Fourth Layer of the Transcendence Realm before the Green Cloud Trial began!
As long as he breaks through to the Fourth Layer of the Transcendence Realm, Luo Cheng has confidence in competing for the top ten in the Green Cloud Trial!
"I hope I can succeed in one strike!"
Luo Cheng took two Three-star Pills without hesitation and swallowed them in one go!
If anyone else saw this scene, they would surely be shocked and think Luo Cheng was mad!
Ordinary martial artists at the Transcendence Realm would carefully consume Three-star Spirit Pills!
Swallowing two Three-star Pills at once, like Luo Cheng, is simply courting death!
Rumble!
As soon as the two Three-star Pills entered his stomach, it was like a volcanic eruption, a meteor falling, the violent energy surged through Luo Cheng’s body like a torrent.
Luo Cheng’s entire body began to tremble uncontrollably, blood strands protruded from his skin, seemingly ready to burst open at any moment!
Crack! Crack!
Luo Cheng clenched his eyes shut, his face pale, his teeth chattering incessantly.
At the moment the two Three-star Pills erupted, he felt as if his whole body was being torn apart, every inch of his flesh, skin, and bones experienced the volcanic eruption of energy.
"Success or failure depends on this!"
Luo Cheng’s heart was as firm as iron, roaring internally, enduring the excruciating pain, he fully operated the True Dragon Technique.
Roar!
A resounding dragon roar erupted from Luo Cheng’s dantian.
The dragon energy, still in its embryonic form, seemed excited as it surged and turned within the essence energy vortex!
While Luo Cheng was immersed in his frantic cultivation.
Lin Jintai arrived at an exquisite small courtyard.
The courtyard backed by a pine forest, with a small pool in front, dotted with lotus leaves, was exquisitely elegant, completely different from the place where the servant disciples lived.
"Come in!"
Elder He’s voice came from within the courtyard.
Lin Jintai entered the courtyard.
In the courtyard, under an ancient willow, was a stone table. Somewhat corpulent, Elder He, dressed in brocade, sat there, sipping wine leisurely.
"Elder!"
Lin Jintai bowed respectfully.
Elder He nodded and asked, "How did things go? That boy should have agreed, right?"
Lin Jintai paused for a moment and shook his head.
"Oh?"
Elder He was a bit surprised, put down his teacup, and chuckled, "I didn’t expect there to be such a person in the world, my eyes have been deceived. Did you explain the stakes clearly?"
Lin Jintai replied, "I made it very clear and even gave him a little lesson... However, it seems this guy won’t easily change his mind."
Crack!
Elder He frowned slightly, his teacup cracking in response,
"What a Luo Cheng! Not knowing what’s good for him! He doesn’t even consider me in his eyes! Indeed, being recommended by Yun Mengli, though he lacks ability, his temper is substantial!"
Elder He sneered repeatedly, his face showing a menacing look.
Lin Jintai said, "Elder, what should we do now? Should we try to pressure him again? Or perhaps, go all out..."
A glint of cruelty flashed in Lin Jintai’s eyes.
Elder He stood up, his hands behind his back, pacing back and forth, silent for a long time.
Lin Jintai asked, "Is the Elder concerned about Yun Mengli?"
Elder He nodded, "This kid was recommended by Yun Mengli, and their relationship is unclear. Yesterday, Yun Mengli challenged Yuan Qingying, and if Yun Mengli wins this battle, she’ll become a True Disciple. If she inquires about this person then, it’ll be troublesome."
Lin Jintai nodded. True Disciples have the power of life and death, not just a mere Outer Elder; even Inner Sect Elders wouldn’t dare to offend lightly.
"Elder, I also heard some news on my way here just now."
Changing the topic, Lin Jintai said, "This Luo Cheng has already signed up for tomorrow’s Green Cloud Trial."
"Green Cloud Trial!"
Elder He’s eyes narrowed, a cold smile appearing, "This boy is truly seeking death by going to hell when there’s a road to heaven! In the Green Cloud Trial, life and death are beyond control, and if something happens to him, no one can be blamed."
"Lin Jintai, if this boy truly partakes in the Green Cloud Trial and you encounter him on Qingyun Island, grant him no mercy!"
Elder He’s eyes flashed with killing intent; such a large piece of meat had been pocketed monthly! He wouldn’t allow anyone to ruin his good fortune!
"Yes!"
Lin Jintai nodded heavily.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, Elder He frowned, looking towards the courtyard entrance, shouted sternly, "Who’s there?"
Footsteps echoed as five silhouettes entered in a single file.
The leader, a cold-faced youth dressed in white, was Lin Hankong.
The other four were the Outer Disciples who had previously appeared during the entry examination.
"Disciple Lin Hankong, greets Elder He..."
The five reported their names.
"What are you doing here?" Elder He asked in confusion.
Lin Hankong said loudly, "I come today as a messenger for Senior Brother Jin Min!"
"Jin Min!"
Beside him, Lin Jintai was taken aback.
Jin Min was a Core Disciple and the Eighth Prince of the Great Yue Dynasty, walking around Xuanyuan Sect with supreme prestige, a status no Outer Elder could compare with!
Elder He’s expression also softened, "I wonder what Jin Min needs from me?"
Lin Hankong cleared his throat and said, "Among the new servant disciples under your jurisdiction, is there someone named Luo Cheng?"
Luo Cheng!
Elder He and Lin Jintai’s eyes jolted.
Elder He, still composed, said, "Indeed, there is such a person. Is there a problem?"
Lin Hankong said, "I heard he’s going to participate in the Green Cloud Trial."
Elder He nodded, "I just found out about this as well."
Lin Hankong smiled slightly, giving Elder He a sidelong glance:
"Luo Cheng, this person, has offended Senior Brother Jin Min before. Senior Brother Jin Min doesn’t want Luo Cheng to leave Qingyun Island. Do you understand what to do?"
