Ascension in the Mortal Realm
Chapter 33

The Fang Family Trio

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Is Fang Hanyu's talent exaggerated?

Hearing Qing Wan'er's words, Fang Wang didn't question them. Instead, his heart was filled with anticipation. After all, Fang Hanyu had been fitted with the Heart Severing Evil Eyes, which were meticulously prepared by Green Cicada Valley. Furthermore, Zhou Xue had mentioned that after receiving these eyes, Fang Hanyu would undergo a rebirth, with his talent far surpassing his previous level.

Even though he believed it, seeing Fang Hanyu's talent firsthand still astonished him.

At noon, Fang Wang and Fang Hanyu sparred by the lake.

After a month's absence, Fang Hanyu's cultivation had advanced another level. He had now removed the blindfold, and as their bodies moved in intricate patterns, his eyes emanated a bloody glow. His movements were so swift that they resembled two blood-red lines rapidly extending and shifting, causing the demonic beasts watching from afar to exclaim from time to time.

Fang Wang wasn't fighting seriously; he was merely a sparring partner. He felt that Fang Hanyu's reaction speed was already comparable to someone at the ninth level of the Qi Nurturing Realm.

Whenever Fang Wang increased the intensity of his attacks, Fang Hanyu could adapt and keep up after a short while. Most importantly, Fang Hanyu could quickly learn the sword techniques Fang Wang employed.

Is this the Heart Severing Evil Eyes?

Fang Wang became even more interested in Fang Hanyu's eyes and began to demonstrate the basic sword stances of the Startling Swan Divine Sword Art.

When he executed the Startling Swan Divine Sword Art, it appeared as if he directly condensed it into a sword form. In reality, this wasn't the case. The normal Startling Swan Divine Sword Art required guidance from sword stances. He was able to achieve this simplicity because he had reached the Grand Perfection realm and achieved complete mastery.

Each sword stance in the Startling Swan Divine Sword Art was different.

As Fang Wang's sword stances began to change, Fang Hanyu started to imitate them, their movements almost synchronized.

What did this signify?

It meant Fang Hanyu possessed extremely sharp perception, especially with his eyes, which moved so fast they were dazzling.

Upon closer inspection, Fang Hanyu's pupils were blood-red, while his irises were cyan. At first glance, he resembled a ferocious ghost, quite terrifying.

It had to be said that after being fitted with the Heart Severing Evil Eyes, Fang Hanyu's entire demeanor had changed. He was more aggressive than before, giving Fang Wang the impression that he was like someone from a demonic cult.

A full half-hour passed.

Fang Hanyu stopped, kneeling on one knee, resting his sword on the ground with one hand, panting heavily. Sweat poured down his back.

Fang Wang stood before him, looking down and asking, "How much did you learn?"

"I've memorized it all, but I haven't fully mastered it yet," Fang Hanyu panted, looking up at Fang Wang with sparkling eyes.

The sunlight shone on both of them, a scene that made Qing Wan'er feel a sense of trance.

She had a premonition that in a hundred years, these two would be renowned throughout Great Qi.

Fang Wang extended his hand, and Fang Hanyu smiled, reaching out to grasp it, and was pulled to his feet by him.

"These eyes of yours are extraordinary. Besides improving your talent, the physical enhancement they provide is also significant."

"Yes, any movement appears very slow to me, and for some reason, I can remember it after seeing it just once, and my body can imitate it smoothly. However, an uncontrollable killing intent arises in my heart, which I'll need to control in the future."

"Remarkable. Your experience and transformation would undoubtedly make you the protagonist in a story."

"Protagonist?"

"Yes, in the future, you, Zhou Xue, and I will be the three protagonists of the Fang Family. Zhou Xue will be responsible for strategizing and managing the Fang Family, you will be responsible for fighting enemies and sweeping aside all opposition. The trio in a story often achieves great things!"

"And what about you?"

"I'll be responsible for being invincible."

"..."

Although Fang Hanyu was speechless, he felt incredibly excited. He felt recognized.

The first batch of cultivators from the Fang Family were primarily Fang Wang and Zhou Xue. He had been a genius since he started practicing martial arts, but after cultivating, he couldn't keep up with the two of them. He had always harbored a sense of ambition.

Fang Hanyu took a deep breath and said solemnly, "Alright! In the future, if you two tell me to kill someone, I will kill them without question!"

With his green eyes, red pupils, and slightly disheveled long hair, even in broad daylight, Fang Hanyu exuded the aura of a ferocious ghost.

"Continue cultivating. Strive to reach the Spirit Sculpting Realm,"

Fang Wang said with a light laugh. He wasn't in a hurry to return to Taiyuan Sect. The spiritual energy in Fang Realm was no less than that in his cave dwelling. It would be better to nurture Fang Hanyu here. After returning to Taiyuan Sect, Fang Hanyu could then train other Fang Family disciples. This way, he would have a group of trustworthy and useful people at Taiyuan Sect.

Next, he needed to develop well, become stronger himself, and also make his clansmen stronger. Then, he could challenge Lu Yuanjun!

Lu Yuanjun was not just a simple genius. Besides his own strength, the forces behind him were undoubtedly deep.

Thinking this, Fang Wang was filled with fighting spirit.

In the wilderness, an inn was situated by a large river. Cultivators landed and departed from time to time.

The inn was large, with three stories, and smoke curled from its chimneys.

At this moment, in the open space in the center of the first floor, a middle-aged man dressed as a scholar held a folding fan and spoke with great passion: "In the battle of Haixia City, the White Clad Startling Swan slew Li Honggang with a single sword strike. The Startling Swan sword energy lingered in the sky for a long time. That strike seemed to sever karma, but in reality, it ignited the pursuit of the Dao of the Sword among cultivators across the land!"

"White clad fox mask, Startling Swan rises in the mortal world!"

As his voice fell, the surrounding cultivators cheered. The White Clad Startling Swan's achievements always stirred the blood of cultivators.

At a table near the corner, Fang Wang's father, Fang Yin, sighed, "The White Clad Startling Swan is truly formidable. I never expected the immortal cultivation world to be as exciting as the martial arts world."

Zhou Xue, sitting opposite him, wore a bamboo hat and smiled faintly. "The White Clad Startling Swan is indeed powerful. With such a genius, Taiyuan Sect is bound to soar, and our Fang Family will also benefit."

A young man beside them asked curiously, "Little sister, have you met the White Clad Startling Swan?"

Zhou Xue shook her head and added, "How could someone like that be someone I can interact with? Alright, stop inquiring about him. The White Clad Startling Swan's reputation is widespread; be careful not to let his enemies overhear, lest they think we are related to him."

The youth flinched when he heard this, and the elders beside him cast disapproving glances his way.

"How far are we from the Fang Realm?" Fang Yin asked.

Zhou Xue replied, "Before we go to the Fang Realm, we need to visit another place first. It's to prepare for the construction of the Fang Realm and, incidentally, to add to the Fang Family's combat strength."

Upon hearing this, the Fang Family members showed no worry, only expressions of longing. Ever since Zhou Xue led them away from the Fang Manor and they had traveled for months, Zhou Xue's actions had already convinced them. Even the elders followed her lead.

Fang Yin sighed, "It's been a long time since I've seen that kid Fang Wang. He's always had a mind of his own since he was little. I hope he doesn't offend anyone when he gets to the Taiyuan Sect."

The others chimed in to comfort him, all praising Fang Wang for being sensible.

Zhou Xue smiled without speaking, quietly picked up her teacup, and savored the aroma of the tea.

Fang Realm, by the lake.

Fang Wang sat in meditation, absorbing qi while staring at Fang Hanyu not far away. Fang Hanyu was facing the lake, circulating his energy. The spiritual energy condensed into mist around him, attempting to form a dragon shape, but at the moment, it looked more like a bloated python.

The Heart Severing Evil Eyes are truly formidable. This kid has already achieved the initial stage.

Fang Wang marveled inwardly. No wonder Zhou Xue wanted to collect so many eyes; they were indeed powerful.

If he hadn't seen Fang Hanyu go berserk and nearly start a massacre, he would have actually wanted a pair of Heart Severing Evil Eyes for himself.

Two months ago, one night, Fang Hanyu fell into a demonic state while cultivating and intended to slaughter the demonic beasts within the Fang Realm. Fortunately, Fang Wang stopped him in time and knocked him unconscious. Afterward, Fang Hanyu did not fall into the demonic state again, but it planted a seed of worry in Fang Wang's heart.

After obtaining the Heart Severing Evil Eyes, what grade of natal treasure spirit would Fang Hanyu be able to sculpt?

Fang Wang was looking forward to it.

Five months had passed since returning to the Fang Realm. Fang Wang's cultivation had reached the fifth level of the Spirit Sculpting Realm, while Fang Hanyu had reached the eighth level of the Qi Nurturing Realm and was about to break through to the ninth. Once he reached the ninth level of the Qi Nurturing Realm, Fang Wang would take him back to the Taiyuan Sect.

Fang Wang believed that with his own talent, Guang Qiuxian would surely accept Fang Hanyu and provide a method to suppress his inner demons.

After a while.

The mist around Fang Hanyu dissipated. He turned his head to look at Fang Wang and sighed, "Fang Wang, this technique is too difficult to get started with. What level have you reached? Can you show me?"

Fang Wang chuckled, "If I show you, you won't understand it anyway. This technique is extraordinary, after all, it's a legacy from the Jihao Sect. Don't inquire about it, lest you get scared."

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