Zhuge Xiang's arrogance

Whether on or off the Martial Arts Arena, every sword rang out joyfully at this moment, some even automatically unsheathing themselves and bending their blades towards Zhuge Xiang as if on a pilgrimage. This scene shocked everyone present, even the examiners at the Deity Transformation stage, who stared wide-eyed in disbelief.

Sword Intent!?

Those who didn't understand what Sword Intent was were simply stunned by this miraculous scene. Those who truly understood Sword Intent all looked at Zhuge Xiang with horrified expressions, their eyes filled with deep envy and extreme admiration, and of course, even more so, awe. The appearance of Sword Intent meant that the success rate of becoming Deity Transformation was a thousand times greater than that of others.

"He actually possesses Sword Intent? How is that possible? Moreover, this Sword Intent has reached the Tenth Layer?" The examiner, Deity Transformation stage expert, stared at Zhuge Xiang in astonishment, unable to believe it.

The fact that he could sense such immense Sword Intent from a mere disciple at the Meridian Opening Realm was enough to cause a sensation among all Sword Dao disciples when the news reached Floating Mountain.

"Sword Intent? What is that?" Many knowledgeable people exclaimed in Sword Intent, prompting many others who couldn't understand to ask questions out of curiosity.

A disciple who understood Sword Intent explained its value to the group. Though his voice wasn't loud, the significance of Sword Intent was clear to all the disciples below. Looking at Zhuge Xiang, they were completely silent. Sword Intent that only Deity Transformation stage disciples could possibly comprehend—and this mere Meridian Opening Realm disciple had grasped it? This was practically a Deity Transformation stage qualification!

He gripped the icy sword tightly, trying to prevent it from flying away, but the sword still trembled violently in his hand. Lin Tian's face was extremely grim. Sword Intent? He couldn't believe that Zhuge Xiang could comprehend the existence of Sword Intent.

"I told you, I would make sure you die with dignity. To die under my Sword Intent is an honor," Zhuge Xiang said calmly, looking coldly at Lin Tian. As he spoke, Zhuge Xiang unleashed his Explosive Steps, transforming into a shadow and rushing straight towards him.

"No, I admit defeat..." Lin Tian had previously thought Zhuge Xiang was bluffing, but now he was completely terrified.

Under the suppression of Sword Intent, Lin Tian was already doing quite well by only being able to unleash half of his abilities, while under the Sword Intent State, Zhuge Xiang's attack power increased by 300%. With this shift in power, Zhuge Xiang could almost completely overwhelm him.

Although Lin Tian cried out in terror that he had to admit defeat, Zhuge Xiang showed no sign of stopping. He unleashed the Blood Thunder Slash, and with its dazzling Sword Light, Lin Tian, a mere first-level cultivator of the Void Splitting Realm, was cleaved in two by Zhuge Xiang's sword amidst his screams, blood splattering everywhere.

"Ding! You have defeated Lin Tian, a first-level cultivator at the Void Splitting Realm, and gained 5200 experience points and the 'Demon Subduing Sword Art'."

After killing Lin Tian, Zhuge Xiang casually wiped the blood off his Sword of Slaughter. His gaze swept over the other disciples around him, and those who were touched by Zhuge Xiang gaze all took a step back or lowered their heads, not daring to meet his eyes.

Seeing that his disciples had no will to fight, Zhuge Xiang walked to the edge of the Martial Arts Arena, sat down cross-legged, and showed no intention of making a move. This relieved everyone in the Martial Arts Arena. Since he didn't make a move, naturally no one dared to attack him, nor did anyone dare to attack Lu Yuling and Zhang Kuang next to him.

Dozens of disciples began fighting again for the last seven spots. Amidst the chaos of the Martial Arts Arena, Zhuge Xiang remained completely safe within a ten-meter radius, with no disciple daring to approach.

"Examiner! Zhuge Xiang just committed murder maliciously and should be severely punished!" At this moment, a bright voice suddenly rang out, attracting everyone's attention. Turning their heads, they saw Dugu Jue standing at the edge of the Martial Arts Arena.

"Dugu Jue? He's a genius among the Inner Core Disciple. He's only thirty years old this year, and he already had the cultivation of the Ninth Layer of the Meridian Opening Realm two years ago. Could it be that he also has a grudge against Zhuge Xiang?" Many people who knew Dugu Jue began to whisper among themselves.

"Who cares about his cultivation level? Dugu Jue also a swordsman. Didn't you see how powerful Zhuge Xiang was just now? He shouldn't be able to withstand Zhuge Xiang's Sword Intent either." Zhuge Xiang's strength just now was awe- Human Heart. Even though Dugu Jue is a veteran Inner Sect Disciple, many people still believe that Zhuge Xiang is stronger.

"Don't you know this? Dugu Jue comes from the Dugu Family. No matter how strong Zhuge Xiang is, he's just one person. How could he possibly defeat the Dugu Family? That's a powerful family with at least ten Void Realm powerhouse."

"It seems Zhuge Xiang is in trouble. Although his Sword Intent is very strong, a sect cannot afford to offend a large family for the sake of a disciple."

"Judging from Zhuge Xiang's appearance, he's not stupid. He should be able to endure it. How could he do something as foolish as throwing an egg against a rock Dugu Family such a behemoth?"

Dugu Jue suddenly interrupted, his loud words causing the Deity Transformation stage examiner to frown slightly, somewhat displeased. However, seeing Dugu Jue and considering his status as a member of the Dugu Family, and given that Lin Tian had indeed admitted defeat, he felt he should express his opinion. But how should he say it? The Deity Transformation stage examiner was in a dilemma.

However, at this moment, Zhuge Xiang spoke up, saying, "Although Lin Tian admitted defeat just now, it was too late for me to change my move. Are you satisfied with this explanation?"

"That's just sophistry. Lin Tian already admitted defeat the moment you made your move. How could you not stop?" Dugu Jue said angrily, looking intently at Zhuge Xiang.

The existence of Sword Intent meant that Dugu Jue wasn't certain of defeating him, so he hoped to use the Sect's rules to kill him by proxy.

"Since there's plenty of time, why can't Lin Tian, who's at the Void Splitting Realm, dodge it?"

"This...".

With just a few words, Dugu Jue was rendered speechless by Zhuge Xiang. Indeed, if you say I can definitely stop myself, then with so much time, why couldn't Lin Tian avoid it himself?

Before Dugu Jue could pursue the matter further, Zhuge Xiang stood up, drew his Sword of Slaughter, and pointed it directly at Dugu Jue, saying, "It seems that Senior Brother Dugu is very dissatisfied with me. In that case, why not instruct him personally?"

Zhuge Xiang's challenge to Dugu Jue caused everyone present to gasp in shock, followed by a burst of discussion. Some admired his courage, some despised his impulsiveness, and others thought he was a fool for daring to publicly sever ties with a disciple of the Dugu Family.

"You are currently undergoing an assessment, and you have just finished a major battle. I am not willing to take advantage of your vulnerability," Dugu Jue said, his expression slightly changing before declining.

"Although the third assessment is not over yet, it is over for me. Perhaps you dare not, Senior Brother?" Taking a few steps forward, Zhuge Xiang stood at the edge of the Martial Arts Arena, looking down at Zhuge Xiang without yielding an inch.

"You dare not?" Zhuge Xiang's words made Dugu Jue's face flush red, but it was the truth.

Zhuge Xiang's Sword Intent was terrifying. Although his cultivation had reached the Tenth Layer the Void Splitting Realm, Dugu Jue was not confident in facing the suppression of Zhuge Xiang's Sword Intent. He could only deceive him by saying that he had comprehended Sword Intent. If it were another weapon and he was not suppressed, Dugu Jue would definitely agree to it.

"I challenge you to Duel! To the death or no one. I hope Senior Brother Dugu will not refuse," Zhuge Xiang said, pressing closer as he intently watched Dugu Jue's face turn red.

That day in the Wolf Tribe's territory, he was like an ant, cleaved away by a single sword strike. The Memory still fresh. He wanted to kill him, and Lin Tian was acting on his orders. Zhuge Xiang knew very well that, regardless of whether it was a new grudge or an old one, Zhuge Xiang had no intention of letting Dugu Jue go.

"Hahaha..." Seeing Dugu Jue red, yet he dared not accept his challenge, Zhuge Xiang suddenly burst into wild laughter, revealing his madness, feeling more relaxed than ever before.

Back then, Dugu Jue could have killed him effortlessly. Under his threat, Zhuge Xiang had no choice but to leave the Sect Headquarters and venture deep into the Endless Mountain Range for training. Now, Dugu Jue doesn't even have the courage to accept his challenge. The opponent who was once so powerful that he was unmatched is now trampled under his feet. This feeling is incredibly satisfying! It also makes Zhuge Xiang clearly realize that he has truly become stronger!

Although Zhuge Xiang is a disciple of the Demonic Sect, he is not a bad person in essence. He was born Beggar and came to the Asura Sect to avoid being bullied. Therefore, Zhuge Xiang can deeply understand the sorrow of the weak.

Along the way, as long as there was no deep-seated hatred, Zhuge Xiang took things easy and did his best to take care of his friends, whether it was Niu Geng or Lu Yuling Zhuge Xiang.

I've always felt that Niu Geng and Lu Yuling's personalities are not suited to the Demonic Sect like the Asura Sect, but perhaps Zhuge Xiang himself didn't realize that his own personality is just as bad.

However, although Zhuge Xiang was not a vicious person, he was definitely not a kind one either. Zhuge Xiang would never let go of anyone who dared to bully him or even try to kill him. Like Lin Tian, even though he was only acting under Dugu Jue's orders, Zhuge Xiang could not let him go since he wanted to kill him. Keeping such an opponent who wanted his life alive was playing with his own life.

Even Lin Tian wouldn't be spared; given the old and new grudges, how could Dugu Jue Xiang possibly let Zhuge Xiang off the hook?

Normally, like on this Martial Arts Arena, Zhuge Xiang would let things slide as long as his opponent lost. But threats like Dugu Jue Zhuge Xiang Zhuge Xiang wasn't a bad person, but once his bottom line was crossed, he could become three times more ruthless than the most ruthless person in the world...

"Hahaha, the Dugu Family, Dugu Jue, nothing more than that..." Zhuge Xiang continued to press, Dugu Jue still did not have the courage to accept his Duel. He laughed wildly and turned to leave.

Zhuge Xiang knew that no matter how much he pressured him today, he wouldn't agree. Without a legitimate reason to make a move, Zhuge Xiang wouldn't waste his time on him.

Back then, I left the Sect to gain experience after being assassinated by him. I wonder if he could possibly escape my assassination attempt?

Arrogant, Zhuge Xiang was extremely arrogant. At the Meridian Opening Realm Sixth Layer, he challenged Dugu Jue, who was at the Ninth Layer of Void Splitting Realm. Alone, he publicly disregarded the prestige of the Dugu Family and pressed them relentlessly. Zhuge Xiang's arrogance was so unrestrained that he had no regard for anything else.

Zhuge Xiang's maniacal laughter, his unguarded back to him, and the whispers and strange looks from those around him made Dugu Jue wish he could disappear into the ground. When had the young master of the Dugu Family ever suffered such humiliation? He wanted to agree to the Duel with Zhuge Xiang, but the words just wouldn't come out. In the end, Dugu Jue gave Zhuge Xiang a vicious glare before slinking away.

"Be careful, you're being targeted by a villain," Lu Yuling warned Zhuge Xiang, seeing the sinister look in Dugu Jue's eyes.

With a nonchalant laugh, Zhuge Xiang said, "He lost completely because he didn't have the courage to accept my Duel. Between him and me, only one can survive. He's the one who should be worried, not me."

A free-spirited, confident, and arrogant man with sharply defined features, exuding a strong sense of heroism, left Lu Yuling mesmerized. A woman's stunning beauty and charisma can easily captivate a man, but a man's heroic spirit is an even more irresistible attraction for a woman. (To be continued...)