Chapter 8: Academy Grand Competition
The name of Ye Qiubai quickly spread throughout the entire academy.
Countless people were amazed by his strength.
It seemed as though he was invincible even among Golden Core cultivators!
Sword Hall.
Upon hearing this news, Xin Hongyi said, "So Ye Qiubai is the disciple Grass Hall accepted that day..."
"But, whatever he can do, I'm sure I can do better."
"I will make you realize what a loss it was not to accept me as a disciple that day."
With that, Xin Hongyi picked up a sword and headed straight for the combat arena.
That day, the name Xin Hongyi also spread throughout the entire academy.
Ten battles, ten victories, all overwhelming!
Xin Hongyi declared on the combat arena that he would challenge Ye Qiubai in the Academy Grand Competition!
The crowd was in an uproar.
On the other side, Martial Hall.
In a courtyard.
Ye Yan sat on a stone chair, his expression constantly changing.
"Ye Qiubai! How is this possible, how?!"
He had witnessed with his own eyes Ye Qiubai's talent fading away, and his cultivation being lost!
Just a few days had passed, and he had already reached the pinnacle of the Golden Core stage, shining brightly in the academy!
"No, I can't let him return to the family alive..."
Currently, there was a power struggle within the Ye family.
The Elder Ye Ling and the current patriarch Ye Qing were vying for the family's power.
Currently, Ye Qing was at a disadvantage because of his son Ye Qiubai.
But once the old folks of the family found out that Ye Qiubai had regained his talent and surpassed his past achievements, the situation could be reversed.
"If that's the case..."
A malicious glint filled Ye Yan's eyes.
At the same time, in the Martial Arts Pavilion, where various martial arts techniques of the academy were stored.
Ye Qiubai had accumulated a large number of contribution points and naturally wanted to take a look at the martial arts techniques here.
In the martial arts area, Ye Qiubai walked around several times.
He looked at several books, many of which were Earth-grade martial arts.
"It's worthy of being the Hidden Path Academy. These martial arts are much stronger than those of the external aristocratic families and sects."
The Ye family's martial arts were only of the Profound-grade.
However, Ye Qiubai had no interest in these, as the disparity between them and the Tai Chu Sword Technique given to him by Lu Changsheng was too great.
What level of martial arts is this Tai Chu Sword Technique...
His master was truly mysterious.
He didn't know what level of strength it would take to produce such a martial art as the Tai Chu Sword Technique, and even drew such a picturesque scroll.
Thinking of this, Ye Qiubai became even more respectful of Lu Changsheng.
Meanwhile, Lu Changsheng, who was lying in the sun at the Grass Hall, suddenly sneezed.
"Yawn! Which little brat is cursing at me?"
As Ye Qiubai passed by the martial arts area, he was attracted by a scroll placed alone.
He walked over and picked it up, "Heavenly Demon Nine Swords."
Upon opening it, there were only the cultivation methods for the first three swords.
Ye Qiubai thought for a moment. Currently, he found it too difficult to use the sword techniques from the Tai Chu Sword Technique. Some of them he couldn't even use at all.
It might be better to use this Heavenly Demon Nine Swords as a transition.
With that in mind, Ye Qiubai took the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords out. When he handed over his contribution points, the Elder guarding the pavilion said, "This scroll is incomplete. Even the Hidden Path Academy may not have the remaining six swords. Whether you can cultivate them in the future will depend on your luck. Are you sure you want to take this?"
Ye Qiubai nodded.
Seeing this, the elder guarding the pavilion no longer tried to persuade Ye Qiubai and handed over the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords to him before continuing to sit down for a nap.
When Ye Qiubai returned to the Grass Hall, Lu Changsheng was fertilizing the willow tree and feeding spiritual fruits to the little bird nearby.
"Sigh, I have to fertilize the tree with spiritual soil, and even a little bird wants to eat spiritual fruits. What a waste."
The little bird flapped its fiery red wings, expressing its dissatisfaction.
Seeing Ye Qiubai approaching, Lu Changsheng threw the spiritual soil to him, saying, "Finish the rest and then come see me."
Ye Qiubai nodded.
After everything was done, he found Lu Changsheng.
Lu Changsheng lay on a long bench and asked, "I heard you went to the combat arena today? How did it go?"
Ye Qiubai clasped his fists respectfully and said, "I didn't disappoint Grass Hall, I won all the matches."
"Master, I have something to ask you."
With that, he took out the scroll of the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords he had obtained from the martial arts area and asked, "I got this from the martial arts area just now. I would like Master to give me some guidance."
Lu Changsheng glanced at it and took it, "A scroll?"
[Heavenly Demon Nine Swords Scroll, can be repaired and improved]
The system has this function too?
"Repair."
After that, the remaining six swords of the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords also appeared in Lu Changsheng's mind.
"Come here."
Ye Qiubai walked up, and Lu Changsheng pointed at the center of Ye Qiubai's brow. A large amount of information poured into Ye Qiubai's sea of consciousness.
The complete Heavenly Demon Nine Swords!
Then, Lu Changsheng picked up a twig and, according to the sword technique of the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords, dismantled it one by one and displayed it.
Ye Qiubai watched beside him, shocked.
Because the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords displayed by Lu Changsheng not only perfectly replicated the content on the scroll but also added a touch of mystery compared to the original version, making it even more powerful!
After all nine swords were displayed.
Lu Changsheng put away the sword and said, "The power is okay, it should be enough for you for a while. Also, the Academy Grand Competition is two days later, so prepare and then go cook. I'm hungry."
With that, Lu Changsheng walked into the grassy house.
In the next two days.
Ye Qiubai continued to practice the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords.
On the day of the Academy Grand Competition, Ye Qiubai was already able to use the fifth sword of the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords.
"Unfortunately, with my current cultivation level, I can only barely use up to the fifth sword."
Thinking of the ease with which Lu Changsheng had displayed the Heavenly Demon Nine Swords before, he sighed to himself that he still had a long way to go.
The Academy Grand Competition was held in the square of the Hidden Path Academy.
At the moment, the square was buzzing with activity, with countless people surrounding six platforms.
And these six platforms represented the six people who could win in this Academy Grand Competition.
The six winners would represent the Hidden Path Academy of the Southern Region to participate in exchanges with other academies in the Eastern, Western, and Northern regions.
Although it was called an exchange, it was actually a competition to seize the resources of the academies.
Qin Tiannan appeared in mid-air and said loudly, "The six platforms here. Those who are still standing on them before sunset will win. There are no restrictions on the rules, but death is not allowed."
After that, Qin Tiannan announced the rewards for the winners.
Instantly, everyone was excited. The rewards for this competition were much higher than those of previous Academy Grand Competitions.
The Academy Grand Competition began.
But no one moved.
After all, the results would only be announced when the sun set. If they went up now, they would only be besieged. Even if they could win, they would be worn down by others.
On the seats not far away, Qin Tiannan and the elders of various halls sat.
Lu Changsheng was also pulled over by Qin Tiannan.
Full of reluctance.
"Alright, I don't usually say anything to you, but today your disciple is participating. As a master, shouldn't you come and see?"
Qin Tiannan sensed Lu Changsheng's resentment and couldn't help but laugh, "I also want to see how far the disciples you've accepted can go in the competition."