A two-year pact

For the sake of the Asura Sect's reputation, Luo Ba, as the Sect Master, naturally could not lose face in front of the many Cultivators of the Great Qin Empire. Therefore, because of Qing Xuzi's provocation, his cultivation was completely destroyed.

However, as the Sect Master of Kunlun Mountain, True Man Qing Feng could not afford to lose face either. It could be said that the Great Qin Empire was waiting to see his reaction. Therefore, he had come to the Asura Sect to demand an explanation for Luo Ba's ruthless actions.

"Explain? Shouldn't I be asking Fellow Daoist Qing Feng that?" Upon hearing True Man Qing Feng's accusatory words, Luo Ba's expression turned cold as he said, "Our Asura Sect is the lowest of the Nine Great Sects, as everyone knows. Yet, in front of everyone, your Great Elder Qing Xuzi dared to provoke us. Thousands of Cultivator can testify to this. I would like to ask, was True Man Qingxu's action his own decision, or the decision of your entire Kunlun Mountain?"

"That's naturally his personal opinion," Luo Ba retorted. "How could True Man Qing Feng represent the entire Kunlun Mountain?"

"Is that so? Since it was his personal decision, then whatever decision I make is a private matter between me and True Man Qing Feng, isn't it? I spared his life out of respect for your Kunlun Mountain. I wonder, Fellow Daoist Qing Feng, what explanation do you want from me?" Luo Ba stared intently at Sect Master Qingfeng and asked, his words showing no sign of backing down.

"..." It must be said that Luo Ba's wisdom is not to be underestimated. Luo Ba's sharp retort left the Sect Master Qingfeng speechless for a moment, unsure of how to respond.

Was Qing Xuzi's provocation of the Asura Sect his own doing, or was it the will of Kunlun Mountain? Of course, Sect Master Qingfeng would not dare to admit that it was the will of Kunlun Mountain.

Very well. Since that's the case, and it was his own decision, does Kunlun Mountain now intend to take responsibility for his personal mistake?

"Although my junior brother Qingxu was at fault first, Sect Master Luo, your methods are too ruthless! Destroying his cultivation at the drop of a hat, what about the reputation of Kunlun Mountain?" Sect Master Qingfeng asked in a deep voice, his expression becoming much more solemn.

As he spoke, an immense aura emanated from him, a terrifying aura that made one feel as if they were facing the entire Heaven and Earth. In the Cultivation World, regardless of whether one follows the demonic path or the Righteous Path, ultimately, strength is what matters.

His white hair and beard fluttered in the wind, and on the White Daoist Robe of the Sect Master Qingfeng, mysterious Profound Mysteries faintly Runes. Behind him, a golden, holy power could be seen, transforming into a huge tome. This illusory tome, formed from energy, slowly turned its pages behind the Sect Master Qingfeng, a colossal book that seemed to contain the ultimate truths of the entire Heaven and Earth.

"Hmph, the Imperial Edict Heavenly Book?" Luo Ba snorted coldly, looking at the huge, golden tome behind True Man Qing Feng, and the Demon Luo Scripture began to circulate as well.

Thirteen weapons slowly rotated around Luo Ba's body, their terrifying aura even slightly stronger than that of True Man Qing Feng.

A powerful aura pressed down on Sect Master Qingfeng. Luo Ba's face was solemn as he said, "Fellow Daoist Qing Feng, you jest. Who doesn't know that my Asura Sect is a demonic Sect? Who doesn't know that I, Luo Ba, Asura Sect Master? Countless lives have been lost at my hands. My ruthlessness is only to be expected. What? Has Fellow Daoist Qing Feng's Imperial Edict Heavenly Book improved again? Do you want to compete with my Demon Luo Scripture again?"

Sensing that Luo Ba's aura was clearly stronger than his own, Sect Master Qingfeng felt a sense of unease.

A rematch? The image of Luo Ba fighting like a madman flashed through his mind, single-handedly fighting three Sect Masters, including himself, without defeat. Even now, Sect Master Qingfeng has no confidence whatsoever.

Heavenly Human Reincarnation and now possessing his current cultivation level, although Sect Master Qingfeng has recovered most of his Memory and even mastered many immortal techniques from his own Immortal Realm, he is truly unsure whether he can defeat Luo Ba in a one -Sect Master Qingfeng on-one duel.

"Fellow Daoist Luo's Demon Luo Scripture is unparalleled in power. I, Qing Feng, admit I am no match for it. But it's a pity that since you, no one has been able to cultivate the Demon Luo Scripture. When you ascend to immortality in the future, I'd like to see if your Asura Sect has any successors..."

After a long silence, the surging aura emanating from True Man Qing Feng gradually subsided. He showed no intention of actually making a move. Instead, he spoke with a smile, clearly implying that while the Demon Luo Scripture Asura Sect was powerful, its cultivation requirements were mysterious and there were no successors. Unlike the Imperial Edict Heavenly Book, which, although its cultivation requirements were strict, at least had a clear standard: one could cultivate it simply by being Heavenly Human Reincarnation.

"Indeed, your Kunlun Mountain has produced an unparalleled genius. In the Great Qin Empire, and even the entire Cultivation World, who doesn't know about Xuan Mingzi's talent? Heavenly Human Reincarnation a celestial being, and his speed of cultivating the Imperial Edict Heavenly Book has surpassed that of all the previous Sect Master of Kunlun Mountain. He has already entered the Golden Core Stage at the age of just over sixty, and I believe he will enter the Void Returning Stage before he turns one hundred." Nodding, the Phantom Image of the Thirteen Treasures around Luo Ba slowly disappeared, and the operation of the Demon Luo Scripture was deactivated.

Sect Master Qingfeng wore a smug look on his face. Xuan Mingzi was a genius from Kunlun Mountain. He entered the Deity Transformation stage in less than ten years of cultivation and reached the Golden Core Stage in forty years. Such a cultivation speed was unmatched even by Ice Maiden, who was known as a genius of the Asura Sect, a talent that was rare to see in hundreds of years. This was one of the things that Sect Master Qingfeng was most proud of in his life.

"However, fortunately, my Demon Luo Scripture has a successor. Your Xuan Mingzi has entered the Deity Transformation stage in less than ten years of cultivation? My disciple has only been cultivating for six or seven years. Can't you tell what his cultivation level is now?" With a change of tone, Luo Ba pointed proudly at Zhuge Xiang and said.

"He's only been cultivating for six or seven years?" Looking at Zhuge Xiang's youthful face with surprise, True Man Qing Feng could naturally tell that Zhuge Xiang was at the first level of the True Essence Realm.

He's reached his current cultivation level in just six or seven years? This guy's growth rate is even faster than Xuan Mingzi's! And, more importantly, judging from Luo Ba's words, this kid can actually cultivate the Demon Luo Scripture?

After giving Zhuge Xiang a deep look, Sect Master Qingfeng didn't say much, but his gaze clearly showed that he had firmly memorized Zhuge Xiang.

He reached the True Essence Realm in just six or seven years, triggering the genius of the Thunder Lightning Crystal Dragon Palace. More importantly, he was able to cultivate the Demon Luo Scripture. It is foreseeable that, given time, this boy will surely become the second Luo Ba.

"Fellow Daoist Luo, having such a disciple is truly enviable. As for my junior brother Qingxu, no matter what, a conclusion is definitely needed. You and I are both leaders of our Sect, assisting our Great Qin Empire in ruling over a prefecture. Taking action is of great importance. Since Fellow Daoist Luo has a successor, how about we make an agreement?" After a moment of silence, Sect Master Qingfeng suddenly spoke.

"Oh? How will the agreement be made?" Luo Ba asked, raising an eyebrow, seemingly intrigued.

In terms of individual combat strength, although Sect Master Qingfeng is the master of Kunlun Mountain and his cultivation is unparalleled in the world, he is not confident of victory over Luo Ba. Therefore, Luo Ba looked at Sect Master Qingfeng and wanted to see what kind of idea his so-called agreement was.

"Two years from now will be His Your Majesty's birthday. You and I are both leaders of the Nine Great Sects. How about we each send our most outstanding disciples to fight at the birthday Birthday Banquet two years from now? Firstly, it will add to the festivities of His Your Majesty's birthday celebration, and secondly, it will settle the grudges of my junior brother Qingxu. What do you think?" Sect Master Qingfeng said, glancing sideways at Zhuge Xiang beside him.

"Oh? You mean you want my disciples to handle this matter?" Luo Ba said, his brow furrowing slightly.

"Indeed, since Fellow Daoist Luo has gained such a beloved disciple, with two years of your guidance, this child will surely achieve extraordinary things. Could it be that Fellow Daoist Luo lacks confidence in himself, or in his beloved disciple?" Nodding slightly, Sect Master Qingfeng stroked his long beard.

"People say that most Righteous Path people are hypocritical and shameless. I didn't believe it at first, but after hearing Fellow Daoist Qing Feng's words today, I can see that what he said is indeed true."

Looking at the Sect Master Qingfeng with a mocking smile, Luo Ba said, "You, Xuan Mingzi, have already reached the Golden Core Stage, while my disciple Zhuge Xiang's cultivation is only at the True Essence Realm. There is a full three minor realms between you. How dare you suggest that they Duel in two years?"

Despite Luo Ba's sarcasm, Sect Master Qingfeng remained unmoved, as if the mockery wasn't directed at him. He continued stroking his long beard, saying with self-satisfaction, "Since Fellow Daoist Luo lacks confidence in himself, I won't force him. Besides, I only said we should each send our most outstanding disciples, but I didn't specifically name Zhuge Xiang. As far as I know, Fellow Daoist Luo has a disciple Dai Buming, who has also reached the Golden Core Stage."

Sect Master Qingfeng, this is a provocation, how could Luo Ba not see through it? But his own disciple is inferior to the opponent? Luo Ba absolutely cannot accept that. After pondering for a moment, Luo Ba actually nodded and agreed to Sect Master Qingfeng's proposal, "Very well, since that's the case, how about I agree? Two years later, within the Imperial Palace, our respective disciples will compete to determine the winner."

"Haha, Fellow Daoist Luo is indeed a peerless hero. My master and I will be waiting for your arrival then," said the Sect Master Qingfeng with a loud laugh.

The matter was settled, and soon Luo Ba brought Qing Xuzi over and handed him over to Sect Master Qingfeng to take away. Thus, the major forces of the Great Qin Empire watched as Sect Master Qingfeng personally took action, but the Asura Sect only managed to take Qing Xuzi away. These forces were all secretly puzzled, wondering how Sect Master Qingfeng could swallow this insult.

"You heard the agreement I made with that old man Qing Feng? You'd better work hard these next two years," Robert said, glancing sideways Luo Ba Zhuge Xiang after watching Sect Master Qingfeng leave. His words were calm, but they carried the weight of Mount Tai.

"Me? Defeating Golden Core Stage expert in two years?" Although he was somewhat prepared, Zhuge Xiang's eyes still widened in disbelief when Luo Ba actually said this.

A super genius at the Golden Core Stage —whether I can reach that realm in two years is still uncertain. This task is truly incredibly heavy. (To be continued...)

P. S.: My girlfriend downloaded a lot of random stuff on her computer today, which crashed it. So, I'll have to update this chapter now. I'll make up for it tomorrow as usual.