Chapter 88
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Chapter 88: Step by Step
Just as Wuzhen had set up his defenses, the flying sword was already approaching!
The layers of defense Wuzhen cast were almost instantly pierced by the flying sword.
Only the last two mid-tier defensive talismans managed to hold on for half a second. These two talismans were given to him earlier by other junior brothers who hoped to learn about Senior Brother Ji’s two sword strikes!
But now, they were absolutely insufficient.
Feeling the defenses crumbling, Wuzhen’s face turned pale.
I’m doomed!
In this critical moment, Ji Yang slightly moved his finger, sending out a wave of Thousands of Sword Energies to meet the incoming flying sword.
The sword energy arrived first, deflecting the attacking flying sword away.
Wuzhen, realizing he was safe, showed a delighted expression!
He was unharmed!
Once he realized it was Ji Yang who acted, Wuzhen felt even more pleased.
Whether or not he had managed to stop the flying sword, it demonstrated his determination! His hopes for reaching the Third Slash Realm were alive!
The deflected flying sword did not continue attacking but retreated along its original path.
At that moment, a young disciple rushed in from afar, finally stopping in mid-air, the previously flying sword hovering beside him!
It seemed this person was the owner of the flying sword!
The onlooking disciples began to murmur upon seeing the young man’s appearance!
One of the disciples recognized him:
"This is Xu Sheng from Shengquan Peak, and he is said to be at the mid Foundation Establishment stage!"
"That flying sword in his hand is a high-grade magic tool! This person has previously slain demonic path cultivators at the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment!"
"Shh, keep it down; I heard he has a bad temper!"
Before Ji Yang could speak, the young man chuckled lightly and said:
"I have heard a lot about Senior Brother Ji’s great name. Today I come specifically to ask for a few moves!"
"I kindly ask Senior Brother Ji to demonstrate that sword technique spoken of by the other junior brothers, so that I may understand its true effect!"
"However, seeing that Senior Brother Ji is only at the Seventh level of Qi Refinement now, I must say I’m a bit disappointed!"
After he finished speaking, the young man sighed to himself, his words dripping with disdain.
He didn’t even bother to explain the earlier attack.
At this moment, the young man’s finger moved slightly, playing with his magical tool, making the flying sword change direction at will.
Such mastery of the control technique showed he had fully mastered the magic tool in hand; this was not only due to his higher cultivation level but also his precise control over magical energy.
Many disciples showed worried expressions. They clearly understood that Xu Sheng had come to provoke Ji Yang.
Such occurrences were rare in the sect; only talented disciples received such special treatment.
Common disciples would never attract an inner disciple who would waste their training time just to stir up trouble.
Ji Yang’s reputation was soaring in the outer sect. Even among other exceptional talents, he stood unmatched; many inner disciples were spoken of less favorably than Ji Yang!
Now, this had brought him trouble.
Seeing the young man hovering above, Ji Yang smiled with ease:
"Since you sincerely wish to learn, I will naturally fulfill your request!"
After saying this, Ji Yang sighed slightly.
Unfortunately, he was about to enter Tianxing Lake, and the sect’s mining site was temporarily out of reach for him.
Xu Sheng’s expression darkened, and a cold sneer escaped his lips.
His realm was several levels higher than Ji Yang’s, and he was already an inner disciple.
Even if Ji Yang had exceptional talent, he was still just an outer disciple. Did he really think of himself as a junior? Could he possibly think he was as weak as other outer disciples?
Despite Ji Yang’s reputation, Xu Sheng felt no worry, as he had already sparred with Ji Yang once.
Though it was a brief encounter, Ji Yang’s sword energy did not pressure him at all; it was still at the Qi Refinement stage. Though it bore the power of a Tenth Level Qi Refinement practitioner, in front of him, this strength was barely impressive!
"If that’s the case, please, Senior Brother Ji, show me what you’ve got!"
"I’ve been eager to see it! Don’t disappoint me!"
Xu Sheng said expressionlessly, his face filled with disdain.
As both sides prepared for battle, some disciples voiced their concerns:
"Senior Brother Ji is currently only at the Seventh level of Qi Refinement! Even though he is a genius, there’s still a gap compared to the inner disciples!"
"Exactly, plus Xu Sheng has been in the inner sect for many years. Even if his talents are lesser, the difference in realms is too great."
The words of the other disciples made Ji Yang ponder.
Being at the Seventh level of Qi Refinement felt a bit low right now. The Thousands of Sword Energies he casually released hadn’t exceeded this realm, which made the effect ordinary.
Though he possessed magical abilities, he didn’t want to waste the sword energy he had cultivated, nor did he wish to use his Heart Sword to exploit any weaknesses.
Moreover, after a month of hard training on Jingtan Peak, he felt it was time for a breakthrough. Otherwise, how could he live up to his exceptional talents?
Of course, a more important reason was that he sensed he could no longer gain any benefits from the outer sect.
Common disciples would self-inflict punishment after being defeated by him, which was bad for his own cultivation!
Unlike the outer sect, the inner sect had many talented individuals; they each had their own gifts and would never admit to being weaker than anyone else. It was time for him to become an inner disciple!
Seeing Ji Yang hesitate, a smile crept onto Xu Sheng’s lips. It was too late for regrets now!
But in the next moment, Ji Yang’s sword energy surged around him, pushing back the surrounding disciples!
Then, Ji Yang’s aura began to rise!
With Ji Yang taking a step forward, his originally Seventh level of Qi Refinement quickly ascended by one level!
"Senior Brother Ji is now at the Eighth level of Qi Refinement!"
"What a genius! He can break through even in the heat of battle!"
The other disciples exclaimed in surprise!
Xu Sheng cast a cold glance. He had pushed Ji Yang to break through in a moment of pressure! He truly did not take him seriously.
But even if Ji Yang was at the Eighth level of Qi Refinement, so what? He could still defeat him easily!
Before Xu Sheng could say anything, Ji Yang took a step forward again! His aura surged even more!
"Senior Brother Ji is now at the Ninth level of Qi Refinement!"
"What terrifying talent!"
The disciples’ astonishment had not yet faded when Ji Yang continued his ascent!
With his next step, Ji Yang broke directly into the Tenth Level of Qi Refinement!
"Hiss!"
Three steps up three levels!
At that moment, all the disciples erupted, their shocked expressions revealing their feelings!
Many disciples with top talents showed doubt; they considered themselves semi-geniuses but now realized how far they were from true geniuses!
Xu Sheng’s face darkened, but he soon said coldly:
"Heh, even if he reaches the Tenth Level of Qi Refinement, so what? Until he reaches Foundation Establishment, he remains merely a fallen foe beneath my sword!"
As soon as Xu Sheng finished speaking, Ji Yang took another step!
This time, unlike the previous three steps, Ji Yang stepped directly into the air!
In the next moment, the sword energy around Ji Yang became fierce, and his aura grew, instantly reaching the Foundation Establishment stage!
"Step by step, a new realm!"
"Senior Brother Ji is truly of unparalleled grace!"
