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Chapter 73: Chapter 73: Turbulent Undercurrents, Escape is Futile!
Hearing Lin Hankong’s words, Elder He was secretly delighted, but his face remained unmoved as he asked in surprise:
"Not let him leave Qingyun Island? How do we do that?"
Lin Hankong smiled and said, "Why does Elder He ask when you already know the answer? If this is handled well, Senior Brother Jin Min will not forget your contribution."
Elder He did not immediately agree but pondered for a moment and said:
"I heard that Luo Cheng was recommended to the sect by Yun Mengli. I don’t know what their relationship is."
Yun Mengli and Jin Min were both Core Disciples. However, if Yun Mengli succeeded in her challenge this time, things could be different.
Some matters demand caution.
"So Elder He is concerned about this."
Lin Hankong chuckled and said, "You don’t need to worry about that. Luo Cheng and I are from the same Qishan City. I know his background clearly."
"Although he has some relations with the Ancient Family Ji Family, he is merely an abandoned bastard of theirs. As for Yun Mengli, they merely crossed paths. Perhaps out of pity, she gave him an Identity Token. You can proceed with this freely without concern."
Upon hearing this, Elder He’s eyes lit up, and he nodded: "Understood."
Lin Hankong smiled faintly: "Then I await good news!"
After saying this, Lin Hankong and his companions turned and left.
Watching Lin Hankong and the others leave, Elder He stroked his long beard and smiled:
"Truly, it’s as if someone is handing me a pillow when I’m sleepy! Now, even if Luo Cheng dies on Qingyun Island, it won’t be traced back to me."
Lin Jintai asked, "Elder, what should we do?"
Elder He thought for a moment and then said coldly: "Qingyun Island is vast. To be safe, spread the word secretly: whoever kills Luo Cheng can directly become an Outer Disciple!"
Lin Jintai was momentarily stunned, then smiled insidiously:
"Elder, you are brilliant! With this news out, even if Luo Cheng grows wings, he won’t escape Qingyun Island!"
There were thousands of servant disciples who registered for the Green Cloud Trial, but only the top ten could directly be promoted to Outer Disciples!
In comparison, killing Luo Cheng is far easier than competing for a spot in the top ten of the Green Cloud Trial!
It’s easy to imagine the waves this news will stir up!
There’s no doubt everyone will hunt down Luo Cheng to kill him!
Not to mention a mere Luo Cheng— even a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Martial Artist would find it impossible to escape!
"Who told him to be so oblivious to the circumstances!"
Elder He was in an excellent mood.
Taking care of Luo Cheng while earning a favor from Jin Min— it was killing two birds with one stone!
Elsewhere.
Qin Yuanfeng was visiting Qin Douyuan.
"Uncle, I heard that Luo Cheng signed up for tomorrow’s Green Cloud Trial." After some pleasantries, Qin Yuanfeng got straight to the point.
Qin Douyuan took a sip of tea and scolded with a smile: "I knew it—you wouldn’t visit me without a reason! He’s just a waste—why bother about him?"
"That boy has repeatedly provoked me! He doesn’t even respect you, Uncle. If I don’t teach him a lesson, I can’t quell the hatred in my heart!"
Qin Yuanfeng’s eyes were cold, full of murderous intent.
If it weren’t for concerns about Yun Mengli, he would have long gone to Purple Rhythm Peak to personally deal with Luo Cheng.
With Qin Douyuan around, even if he crippled or destroyed Luo Cheng, there would be no consequences.
Qin Douyuan smiled faintly: "Just a waste—punishing him is simple. I’ve already informed two contenders for the championship, Fang Rui and Cao Qing! Both of them are at the Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer. If they come across Luo Cheng, they can kill him in passing."
Qin Douyuan’s tone was light and casual, as if brushing a speck of dust off his sleeve.
Then, Qin Douyuan glanced at Qin Yuanfeng and said:
"These are trivial matters. Focus on your cultivation. I think you’re about to break through to the Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer, aren’t you?"
Qin Yuanfeng smiled proudly: "It should happen in the next few days."
Qin Douyuan said, "Good. Aim to advance to the Third Stage of Tongxuan Realm as soon as possible. With your talent, securing a spot among the top ten Outer Disciples is not out of reach."
Upon hearing this, Qin Yuanfeng’s eyes shone brightly.
The top ten Outer Disciples of Xuanyuan Sect were prominent figures even throughout the Great Yue Dynasty!
The night quickly passed.
In his room, Luo Cheng was tirelessly running the True Dragon Technique!
That night, he had consumed five Three-star Pills in one go—completely reckless!
By now, his entire body’s meridians were beginning to ache faintly. Each time he circulated his Essence Energy, it felt like his meridians were being torn apart.
In such a state, the effectiveness of his cultivation would drastically diminish.
Yet, Luo Cheng did not stop cultivating.
At this moment, the Essence Energy within his body was surging restlessly. The tingling sensation from his bones grew more and more intense.
This was clearly the critical moment!
Seizing the moment, Luo Cheng’s brows furrowed in determination as he gritted his teeth and persisted.
Finally!
With a pop, an invisible wave radiated from Luo Cheng’s body, creating small whirlwinds throughout the room!
Buzz!
A clear sound of bones ringing echoed from within Luo Cheng’s body, accompanied by the excretion of numerous dark impurities from his skin!
Moments later, all was calm, and Luo Cheng opened his eyes. A sharp glint flashed forth like a blade, intense and formidable!
"Essence Energy infused into the marrow—Transcendence Realm Fourth Layer!"
Luo Cheng’s gaze was filled with joy.
The night of reckless cultivation, costing five Three-star Pills and taking such a risk, had finally paid off!
At this moment, he had successfully advanced to the Transcendence Realm Fourth Layer!
Standing up, Luo Cheng noticed something unusual about his body.
He felt an incredible lightness, as if his body were weightless, and a boundless strength surged within him!
Closing his eyes to examine inwardly, he saw that his bones now emanated a subtle glow, shining like jade!
"This is the Transcendence Realm Fourth Layer! Essence Energy fused into the bones, Peeling and washing the marrow, Refining Marrow Like Frost! Truly remarkable!"
Luo Cheng spoke in amazement, then decided to test his newfound strength with a casual punch.
Boom!
The wind from his punch swept in all directions, making the air ripple like waves and rattling the windows.
"Tsk tsk, this punch alone has increased my strength by at least ten thousand pounds, reaching twenty-five thousand pounds! Comparable to a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Martial Artist!"
Feeling the immense power in his punch, Luo Cheng’s eyes flashed with awe.
A Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Martial Artist, who had transformed their body, possessed blood as heavy as mercury and wielded the strength of five tigers—precisely twenty-five thousand pounds!
Having just broken through to the Transcendence Realm Fourth Layer, Luo Cheng’s strength had already matched that of a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Martial Artist!
"Right now, my strength is merely equivalent to a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Martial Artist. However, a true Fifth Layer expert possesses other qualities—blood like mercury, intimidating presence. Power alone cannot determine their battle prowess. Competing for a spot in the top ten of the Green Cloud Trial with just this is far from enough."
Though his cultivation had advanced, Luo Cheng remained clear-headed and did not grow arrogant, understanding he could not yet dominate over Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer opponents.
"I’ll have to wait until I’m on Qingyun Island, then devour Beast Souls to push the True Dragon Technique to another breakthrough!"
Once the True Dragon Technique underwent a second transformation, Luo Cheng’s strength and physique would ascend to new heights!
By then, securing a place in the top ten of the Green Cloud Trial would be effortless!
Outside the window, the dawn light spread across the sky, and it was nearly morning.
Luo Cheng washed himself quickly, changed into clean clothes, grabbed his Meteor Sword, and stepped into the sunlight, heading toward the White Jade Square.
