"That's right, I only used ninety percent of my strength."
Mu Yuan said it casually.
In truth, he had only used seventy percent.
His spiritual energy had only been amplified to the sixteenth level, and he had not even activated his God Vein.
He reckoned that if he went all out, his spiritual energy would already be close to the late stage of the Spiritual Movement Realm.
"..."
Mu Chen froze for a moment.
Ninety percent had already been enough to defeat him. If Brother Yuan used his full strength...
It wasn't that he was too weak. Brother Yuan was simply far too strong!
Ever since he had been chosen by the Mirror of Judgment and entered the Spiritual Road, he had never experienced defeat.
People like Liu Yang, even Ji Xuan—he had never regarded any of them as worthy opponents within the same realm.
Now, Brother Yuan had used facts to tell him that there was always someone stronger.
A surging fighting spirit immediately rose within Mu Chen!
"Brat, how exactly did you cultivate such strength?"
The expression on Mu Feng's face became extraordinarily colorful.
He had not even fully digested the shock Mu Yuan had given him earlier, yet now Mu Yuan had dealt him another heavy blow.
"Because I'm a Monster Among Geniuses!"
The expectant Mu Feng received only this response from Mu Yuan and was instantly speechless.
Though the answer sounded simple, Mu Feng could not refute it.
Yes, since he was a Monster Among Geniuses, he truly could not be judged by common sense. What else could Mu Feng say...
"Pah!"
The more Mu Feng thought about it, the more irritated he became, and he could not help spitting.
"A Monster Among Geniuses? So what if you're a monster!"
"Dad, hand over the Mysterious Origin Pill."
Mu Yuan took the Mysterious Origin Pill and handed it to Mu Chen, saying:
"Little Mu, not bad. You were quite farsighted—you even prepared medicine for yourself."
How could he not know that Little Mu had actually prepared the pill because he was afraid Mu Yuan would get hurt?
"..."
Mu Chen's mouth twitched slightly.
"Haha... Just joking!"
"Hurry up and take the pill."
Mu Yuan burst out laughing.
"Mm."
Mu Chen nodded with a smile.
At the moment, the blood and energy within his body churned like stormy waves, while his meridians ached and swelled.
That final blow had already inflicted internal injuries on him.
Taking the pill, Mu Chen immediately swallowed it.
The pill melted as soon as it entered his mouth, and its effects were immediate.
Mu Chen instantly felt much better.
"Defeating Little Mu has already proven my strength. On the day of the Academy Trial, defeating Liu Yang is guaranteed."
Mu Yuan pondered silently:
"Next, I'll just wait for the Northern Spiritual Academy's Academy Trial to arrive."
Just then, he heard Mu Feng ask:
"When are you two planning to return to the Northern Spiritual Academy?"
"Tomorrow."
Mu Yuan replied with a smile.
"Tomorrow?"
"Going back early is good too."
Mu Feng's lips moved slightly before he continued:
"I've already heard about Liu Yang's challenge."
"The Liu family has become increasingly arrogant over the years."
As he spoke, his gaze turned somewhat colder.
"I was originally worried, since Liu Yang possesses a spiritual vein. Even someone in the middle stage of the Spiritual Movement Realm would find him difficult to handle."
"But after witnessing the spar between you brothers, I actually feel sorry for Liu Yang."
"It'll be good to teach him a lesson on the day of the Academy Trial. Let the people of the Liu Domain know that our Mu Domain isn't some soft persimmon they can squeeze as they please."
"Got it, Dad. I'll teach that guy how to behave properly."
Mu Yuan smiled.
Though Mu Yuan always looked carefree and joking, Mu Feng knew that once this brat promised something, he carried it out with remarkable steadiness.
Mu Feng was not worried about Mu Yuan at all.
However, his younger son, Mu Chen, had worried him endlessly ever since he was little.
Fortunately, Mu Chen had changed somewhat after returning from the Spiritual Road.
That change brought Mu Feng a measure of comfort.
As for why Mu Chen had been expelled from the Spiritual Road halfway through, Mu Feng was puzzled, but since Mu Chen had not said anything, he did not press the matter. He believed this son of his would not do anything to disappoint him.
"After you return this time, entering the Heaven Grade of the Northern Spiritual Academy won't be a problem. But next, you'll have to face the battle for the Five Great Academies' spots."
"Do you have confidence?"
Mu Feng patted Mu Yuan and Mu Chen on the shoulders and smiled.
"A spot in the Five Great Academies?"
A young woman with long silver hair and a black sword in her hand flashed through Mu Chen's mind. Then he said seriously:
"Don't worry, Dad. I'm definitely taking one of those Five Great Academies' spots."
Mu Yuan did not answer. Instead, he stretched lazily, clasped his hands behind his head, and began walking with an utterly arrogant swagger.
"Where are you going?"
Mu Feng could not help asking.
"I'm tired after that fight. Going back to catch up on sleep."
Hearing this, Mu Feng felt rather depressed.
Did this brat even intend to go to the Five Great Academies or not?
At least give him a straight answer instead of dodging the question.
Mu Feng knew that Mu Yuan had a mind of his own. If it was something he did not want to do, forcing him would be useless.
Just then, Mu Yuan paused and said lazily:
"The Five Great Academies are indeed an excellent place to cultivate."
"I've decided. Add me to the list of people taking those Five Great Academies' spots."
Mu Feng shook his head helplessly.
"This brat's tone is really arrogant. Who did he get that personality from?"
The sky above Northern Spiritual City was as blue as a sheet of paper. A few thin white clouds drifted slowly in the wind, as though melted by the sunlight.
Two figures emerged from the Teleportation Spiritual Array, bustling with travelers in Northern Spiritual City.
They were the brothers Mu Yuan and Mu Chen.
After stepping down from the Teleportation Spiritual Array, the two made their way skillfully through the lively streets, heading straight for the Northern Spiritual Academy at the center of the city.
After turning through several streets, the majestic Northern Spiritual Academy came vaguely into view. Groups of Northern Spiritual Academy students filled the streets, young men and women gathering together amid occasional bursts of laughter, brimming with youthful energy.
"That guy hid for so long, but he finally came back."
"Tomorrow is the Academy Trial. Even if he wants to hide, he can't avoid it anymore."
Quite a few Northern Spiritual Academy students whispered among themselves when they saw Mu Yuan.
Within the Northern Spiritual Academy, Mu Yuan, who had failed to enter the Sensing Realm for three years, was quite a famous figure.
A few days ago, he had even flirted with Hong Ling, one of the academy's two campus belles.
Now, the name Mu Yuan was extremely well-known throughout the Northern Spiritual Academy.
"My reputation doesn't seem too good right now?"
Having entered the Spiritual Movement Realm, Mu Yuan's hearing had become exceptionally sharp. He could hear even quiet murmurs.
"What do you think?"
"This is only the beginning. Once we return to the academy, there'll be plenty more trouble."
Mu Chen looked utterly helpless.
"It must be the doing of those people from the West Courtyard."
Whether in talent or appearance, Hong Ling was among the best in the academy and immensely popular. Otherwise, she would not have been named one of the academy's belles.
The students of the West Courtyard especially regarded Hong Ling as the goddess of their dreams.
Hadn't they heard that Lin Xiu, the formidable expert ranked seventh on the Northern Spiritual Academy's overall rankings, had pursued her too?
This guy had practically provoked the wrath of the entire West Courtyard. How could there be few people wanting to settle scores with him?
"It's fine. You're here, after all."
Mu Yuan shrugged, clearly unconcerned.
"Brother Yuan, you can handle things yourself now, can't you?"
Mu Chen was utterly speechless. Mu Yuan was now even stronger than he was.
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