Challenger Arrives, Maoshan's Zeng Zibu

Four-Eyes was definitely nervous facing the challenge, but seeing it was Lei Gang, he relaxed considerably.

Lei Gang was just an outer disciple from the Corpse Herding Hall. The spells and divine abilities he learned were limited, and he only reached Qi Condensation Stage 3 when he was almost thirty.

Four-Eyes was confident that his opponent would only serve as a stepping stone for him…

"Hahaha, Senior Brother Lei Gang, please!"

With Four-Eyes's invitation, Lei Gang no longer suppressed his impulse. In a few breaths, he was on the stage, facing Four-Eyes.

"Junior Brother Four-Eyes, let Senior Brother see the power of your Spirit Summoning Technique!"

As he spoke, Lei Gang's Taoist robe burst apart, and his explosive muscles gleamed bronze in the sunlight.

Without further exchange, Lei Gang lunged at Four-Eyes with a punch!

"Grandmaster possesses me!"

Four-Eyes was equally fearless. With a fluid seal and spirit summoning, his gaze quickly turned chilling.

The bronze sword behind his back was firmly grasped, and as he thrust it forward, Lei Gang was utterly suppressed the moment their fight began.

After more than a dozen exchanges, the bronze sword rested at Lei Gang's neck.

"Senior Brother Lei Gang, thank you for letting me win!"

Four-Eyes's laughter was bright, but to Lei Gang's ears, it was particularly jarring.

"Senior Brother is not as skilled. This arena is yours, Junior Brother!"

With that, Lei Gang took a deep breath and, with somewhat trembling steps, left the grand competition.

The other disciples watching were filled with despair. They had initially thought Four-Eyes would be easy to handle, but after he used the Spirit Summoning Technique, well, compared to the Grandmaster's experience, they had no advantage in cultivation or divine abilities. How could they win?

Zhong Bai quietly watched the scene unfold. As fellow disciples, he already knew whether or not he could win the arena.

It was just that youthful pride that refused to admit being weaker than others.

Just as Zhong Bai was starting to feel bored after watching Four-Eyes's match conclude, a figure rapidly approached him.

"Junior Brother Qianhe, I am Senior Brother Zeng Zibu. Please enlighten me with your guidance!"

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Zhong Bai was clearly startled. No, do I really look that easy to bully?

To avoid trouble, Zhong Bai had already revealed the surging qi and blood of his perfected Supreme Clarity Body Forging Art.

Moreover, almost everyone in Maoshan knew he cultivated the Divine Firmament Five Thunder Art. Even so, there were still people who didn't bother Four-Eyes and instead targeted him, even getting on stage…

Seeing Zhong Bai somewhat stunned, Zeng Zibu couldn't help but frown. The reason he chose Zhong Bai was simply to see how far Zhong Bai had progressed. As for why, don't ask; the answer was that his master ordered it.

In any case, Zeng Zibu hadn't expected to win.

"Senior Brother Zeng, please!"

After recovering, Zhong Bai couldn't help but feel a bit eager to test himself. Regardless of Zeng Zibu's purpose, Zhong Bai's decision to descend the mountain and establish a Taoist temple would not change, nor could it be hindered by this.

"Be careful, Junior Brother Qianhe!"

As his words fell, talismans shot out from Zeng Zibu's embrace. In an instant, the arena was filled with exploding talismans.

Flames, lightning, wind blades…

They were bizarre and impossible to guard against.

Zhong Bai was instantly engulfed in the talismans.

However, just as everyone watched with concern, Zeng Zibu's heart on the stage sank to rock bottom.

The talismans just now seemed numerous, but they were, after all, created by a Qi Condensation Stage 3 master, so their power was truly very limited.

Although Zhong Bai didn't react immediately, his powerful physical body's qi and blood surged like a roaring river, instantly dispersing all the effects caused by the talismans!

Screech!

The Thunder Seal in Zhong Bai's dantian flickered, True Essence was mobilized, and a purple lightning bolt instantly gathered in Zhong Bai's palm.

Like holding a long whip, with a gentle flick, thunder boomed. Zeng Zibu's expression rapidly changed. He didn't even bother to continue his barrage of talismans, instead flashing away and fleeing off the stage.

"Stop, stop, stop!

Junior Brother Qianhe, Senior Brother surrenders! Your Supreme Clarity Body Forging Art must have reached mastery. Senior Brother's talismans can't harm you, and if your Junior Brother's Divine Firmament Five Thunder Art so much as touches Senior Brother, Senior Brother will be bedridden for quite some time."

The dramatic turn came too quickly. Zhong Bai, who had seemed suppressed, suddenly erupted, leaving the excited onlookers stunned.

Their gazes towards Zeng Zibu turned somewhat resentful. The Divine Firmament Five Thunder Art!

Such a good opportunity! They were almost able to see the power of the Divine Firmament Five Thunder Art, but Zeng Zibu's sudden surrender left them hanging, utterly frustrated.

The expressions of the elders in the stands were not much different from the disciples'.

No disciple had cultivated the Divine Firmament Five Thunder Art for over a hundred years. They were also very curious about the difference between it and the Lightning Thunder Fist, which Maoshan already possessed.

Sigh, they had their pants down, but couldn't pee. It was quite frustrating…

The grand competition continued.

Scattered here and there, some disciples, unwilling to be ordinary, still issued challenges. Without exception, their targets were all Four-Eyes.

After all, you pick on the softest persimmon. While Four-Eyes's Spirit Summoning Technique was powerful, it wasn't outrageous.

Unlike Shi Jian, Lin Fengjiao, and Zhong Bai, who simply made people lose all hope of winning.

Of course, the most relaxed, comfortable, and outrageous one was Auntie Zhe.

Maoshan rarely had female disciples, as it was difficult for ordinary women to excel at demon-slaying and protecting the righteous path.

So, Auntie Zhe was completely stress-free on stage, with no challengers.

Everyone cares about their reputation, especially in front of their peers.

Before they knew it, the grand competition ended. Four-Eyes was dog-tired, panting, and drenched in sweat.

Meanwhile, Zhong Bai and the other three were relaxed and comfortable, not even a single crease in their clothes.

Back at the Law Enforcement Hall.

When Zhong Bai entered the hall, True Immortal Qianyuan had already been waiting for a long time.

"You're back?"

"Master, your disciple has fulfilled his mission and obtained the qualification to descend the mountain and establish a dojo!"

Upon hearing this, True Immortal Qianyuan's lips twitched, but he quickly composed himself, his eyes deep.

"Good lad. You've only been cultivating the Thunder Escape Technique for about a year, right, and you've already mastered it. And the Supreme Clarity Body Forging Art—you're the only one in the last hundred years to have mastered it before reaching the sixth level of Qi Condensation."

After his sighing, True Immortal Qianyuan got to the point.

"Tell me, do you really want to descend the mountain?

Disciple, you must understand that the chaos in the world means demons and evil spirits are emerging one after another. Once those demons, whether sealed or self-sealed, appear, it will be very difficult for ordinary people to survive...

You need to think this through. It's actually safer to descend the mountain after reaching the sixth level of Qi Condensation."

Although touched by his master's earnest advice, Zhong Bai had to disappoint his master's good intentions in order to achieve his ideals sooner.

"No need, Master. My mind is made up. To descend the mountain, establish a dojo, and vanquish all demons is my inescapable duty.

Moreover, good and evil are in opposition, a struggle that lasts a lifetime. From the moment I became a disciple of Maoshan, I was already prepared."

Hearing Zhong Bai's resolute words again, True Immortal Qianyuan completely gave up on trying to dissuade him.

"Sigh, so be it.

Everyone has their own destiny.

Since your mind is made up, this old Taoist will pick a good place for you to establish your dojo..."

With that, True Immortal Qianyuan's gaze towards Zhong Bai was no longer one of reluctance, but deep worry.