Chapter 60

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Chapter 60

Some disciples had thought Cai Jing was too weak. Although, he was on the same level as Kong Bai, his performance was disappointing.

However, Cai Jing didn’t care about their displeasure. He cupped his hands toward Ji Yang and said, “Thank you, Senior Brother Ji for your guidance!”

With that, Cai Jing had turned and left without a word.

“How boring.”

Seeing the excitement dissipate so quickly, some disciples were about to leave when a surprised yell came from the crowd:

“Good news! Senior Brother Kong Bai had advanced to the Foundation Establishment stage yesterday and has become an inner disciple at Denglong Peak! He’s come to find Ji Yang for revenge!”

“Is that true?”

“Of course it’s true! I saw Senior Brother Kong Bai flying over; he should be here soon!”

Once the news was confirmed, many disciples laughed.

“Ha! Finally, someone will take him down!”

“The gap between the Foundation Establishment stage and the Qi Refinement stage is enormous, especially since Senior Brother Kong Bai is a prodigy. It should be easy!”

“Senior Brother Ji is in danger!”

As the crowd chattered excitedly, a figure descended from the sky.

Ji Yang, with his keen perception, had already noticed this person—it was Kong Bai, who had indeed entered the Foundation Establishment stage.

Ji Yang was surprised. Kong Bai had broken through in just a month? He remembered forcing Kong Bai’s cultivation to drop a level. Yet, here he was, at the Foundation Establishment stage. A true genius, indeed!.

However, Ji Yang felt no fear. Having reached the late Foundation Establishment stage, his Heart Sword could easily slay opponents of the same realm.

As Kong Bai arrived, he had a fierce aura, making the surrounding disciples to instinctively step back.

“Senior Brother Kong Bai is even stronger now!!”

“With Senior Brother Kong Bai here, this time it’s surely no problem! Even Talent Jealousy will be defeated!”

Disciples excitedly spoke about this new development.

But they froze, shocked to their core as they sure Kong Bai bowing!.

“Senior Brother Ji, your earlier actions have benefited me greatly, allowing me to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage. This time, I’ve come to thank you. If you ever need anything in the future, please don’t hesitate to ask, I will never refuse!” he said.

Silence. Confusion. Shock!.

The crowd’s expressions turned chaotic. What was happening right now?

Wasn’t Senior Brother Kong Bai at the Foundation Establishment stage? Why was he thanking Ji Yang instead of fighting him?

Ji Yang was equally shocked, but after thinking a bit, he suddenly understood.

The Heart Sword would break through weaknesses.

If weaknesses were destroyed, wouldn’t one become stronger?

Even spiritual grain seeds improved only after having their weaknesses removed. Cultivators were no different. Although a drop in realm had initially occurred, it was only due to an unstable foundation.

So… he had been using the wrong technique all along?

He had already defeated several people, yet he hadn’t seen them grow stronger.

“Ah, that was it”. He had never encountered the right conditions before.

A vast, green grassland seemed to spread in Ji Yang’s mind, but after further reflection, he realized it wasn’t that simple.

Some, like Fang Zhan, had fallen into despair. If one’s mindset and cultivation level dropped, even if their realm would eventually rise, they likely wouldn’t truly grow stronger.

Moreover, not everyone could comprehend the intricacies of the technique. Otherwise, they would have sought him out long ago.

Looking at Kong Bai and recalling Cai Jing’s earlier behavior, Ji Yang understood—they were close friends.

“Consider this a one-time warning,” Ji Yang said, looking into Kong Bai’s eye.

Summoning the Flying Sword nurtured in his Qingming Acupoint, Ji Yang’s gaze carried a divine sword intent that seemed to fly at Kong Bai.

Even though he was at the Foundation Establishment stage, Kong Bai turned pale and he broke out into a cold swat a a shiver ran across his spine.

He had thought that after reaching the Foundation Establishment stage, the gap between him and Ji Yang would become smaller. But the sheer intensity of Ji Yang’s sword intent told him otherwise—if Ji Yang had truly wanted to kill him, he would be dead in an instant!.

Hearing Ji Yang’s words, Kong Bai’s eyes shrank further.

Before entering secluded cultivation, he had already shared Jiang yi’s sword secret with Cai Jing. That was why Cai Jing had been looking Ji Yang—he wanted to comprehend his own flaws and break through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

Ji Yang had seen through their plan, and that sharp glare was a punishment.

A small warning to prevent a terrible mistake.

It seemed Senior Brother Ji wasn’t angry but thought that the method too dangerous to be used carelessly in the future.

Kong Bai let out a sigh of relief and then flew away immediately.

He had reached the Foundation Establishment stage and joined Denglong Peak, entering a higher tier. His goal had been to thank Ji Yang and then work on surpassing the other inner disciples.

But now, he realized something—

Instead of catching up to the other inner disciples, he should set his sights on surpassing Ji Yang instead.

“I understand!”

“Now it makes sense!”

Among the onlookers, some disciples quickly understood the danger and ran away.

Others were slower but soon read between the lines.

“Are you saying I can become stronger after being struck by Senior Brother Ji’s sword?”

The surrounding disciples, now excited about the revelation, hurriedly went to verify the truth.

The best way to confirm this?, they thought;

“Check on those who had previously been defeated by Ji Yang!.’

Kong Bai had already confirmed it. Cai Jing’s time wasn’t up yet. Fang Zhan was still being punished in the mines. That left one more person—

Wuzhen!

The crowd immediately surged toward Wuzhen’s residence.

At the same time, more outer disciples began to understand the underlying meaning of Ji Yang’s sword.

Inside his home, Wuzhen stood up, his face beaming with pride.

“Hmph! I finally broke through to the sixth level of Qi Refinement. Turns out I, Wuzhen, also have such exceptional talent!”

His spirit soared, confidence shining as he repeated to himself:

“Ji Yang, you didn’t see this coming! Ha!”

Just then, he heard loud voices outside.

“Is Junior Brother Wuzhen at home?”

“Junior Brother Wuzhen, please come out and meet us!”

Wuzhen hesitated. Who was calling for him so urgently?

Opening the door, he was met with a crowd of curious disciples staring at him intently. His heart skipped a beat.

“What’s going on?” he exclaimed

Then, loud voices rang out.

“He reached the sixth level of Qi Refinement!”

“It’s true! He broke through!”

A confident smile spread across Wuzhen’s face.

So, news of his genius had already spread?

Fantastic! Soon, everyone in the sect would know. The Sect Master would take notice. Female cultivators would flock to him. The position of true heir would be within reach!

But then, as the disciples murmured excitedly, they began dispersing, leaving Wuzhen bewildered.

“Wait! What just happened?” he thought, confused.

Then, he heard a familiar name among the whispers.

Ji Yang.

His expression darkened instantly.

Ji Yang had returned to the sect?

His heart pounded.

He needed to inform his cousin Wu Yun immediately—

And finally take his revenge!