Humiliating Oneself

Chapter 22: A Disgraceful Display

Finally, it was Jing Feng's turn to appear, and Ming Feng Valley erupted in thunderous cheers and screams.

"Jing Feng! Jing Feng! I love you! You're the best!..."

The female disciples all stood up, shouting at the top of their lungs.

The female disciples from Jade Maiden Peak were no exception; Bi Fan's eardrums were almost shattered.

Although Yu Xiao Feng didn't shout, she clearly became nervous.

I guess I was overthinking things. What kind of person am I to even hope that Sister Xiao Feng would like me? Bi Fan couldn't help but think to himself.

Jing Feng walked onto the stage and took out a top-grade Magic Tool long spear. The spear was about two meters long, and Jing Feng wielded it with imposing power.

Jing Feng was clearly showing off deliberately, which drew waves of screams.

Jing Feng's opponent was a burly man, large and strong. He knew Jing Feng's strength inside and out and had no intention of fighting.

"Overlord Divine Spear—Thunder Strike Art!" Jing Feng's long spear transformed into countless phantom images, swift as lightning, charging directly at his opponent.

Seeing the spear shadows, the burly man was terrified and lost all will to fight.

"I surrender!"

Seeing Jing Feng's spear about to reach his face, Jing Feng abruptly retracted his spear, performed a beautiful flourish, and stood proudly, holding his spear. His pose was indeed very cool.

"Jing Feng! Jing Feng! You're so handsome!"

The female disciples from Ming Feng Valley once again unleashed a tsunami of screams.

Yu Xiao Feng's beautiful eyes sparkled, her heart completely captivated by Jing Feng.

Bi Fan hung his head, feeling very displeased.

Bi Fan held two women most important in his heart: one was Yu Xiao Feng, and the other was Yu Si Yan, who had shown him great kindness.

Yu Si Yan was not only the Sect Master's daughter but also Qingyang Sect's most outstanding genius. Furthermore, she had been accepted as a disciple by the Mystic Maiden Palace, one of the nine great sects of the Vast Sky Great World.

She was so unattainable that Bi Fan could only dream of her.

In comparison, Yu Xiao Feng was more approachable, showing him warmth and care.

The Bi Fan of the past might not have had any thoughts about her, but as his strength increased, Bi Fan harbored some romantic hopes.

Unfortunately, Yu Xiao Feng seemed more interested in Jing Feng. If it were anyone else, Bi Fan might have competed. But Jing Feng had treated him well and was far more outstanding than him, making him unwilling to fight for her.

Bi Fan felt dejected and couldn't help but recall Yu Si Yan's appearance and smile. His mood gradually calmed down.

The martial arts competition proceeded quickly. Bi Fan memorized more and more martial arts techniques. As repetitions began to appear, he found it easier, only needing to memorize techniques he hadn't seen before.

The martial arts techniques practiced by these Inner Disciples might not be particularly powerful, but they were suitable for Bi Fan to learn from.

By referencing these techniques, Bi Fan gained much, deepening his understanding of the Blood Demon Technique and the Floating Rain Flying Flower Sword.

Bi Fan cast aside his worries and focused entirely on memorizing martial arts techniques.

Seeing Bi Fan engrossed, Yu Xiao Feng's heart fluttered.

They say a man who is serious about his work is most attractive, and it's absolutely true.

Even Yu Xiao Feng was attracted by Bi Fan's focused demeanor. If Bi Fan knew, his recently calmed heart might be stirred again.

After an unknown amount of time, Jing Feng appeared for the second time. The competition had already reached the middle of the second round.

Jing Feng still used the Thunder Strike Art, and he finished the battle with a single move, winning very easily.

Jing Feng originally had the cultivation of the Great Strength realm. After separating from Bi Fan and undergoing a period of training, his strength improved again, and he had reached the Metamorphosis realm.

Among the Inner Disciples, Jing Feng was undoubtedly the best. Mo Nan had only barely reached the Great Strength realm.

Most Inner Disciples, when facing Jing Feng, would lose their nerve before the fight even began. How could they fight?

Jing Feng stood on the stage, full of spirit. He thought of Jiang Wen from North Xu Palace and ignited a burning fighting spirit.

Mo Nan had been watching Jing Feng, filled with fighting spirit. Regardless of the outcome, he wanted to have a decisive battle with Jing Feng.

Mo Nan's gaze met Jing Feng's, and time seemed to freeze.

Bi Fan looked at the two of them and felt excited: "I must become stronger. Sooner or later, I will crush you both under my feet."

The competition continued, generally exciting, but there weren't many exceptionally strong contestants.

Geniuses like Mo Nan and Jing Feng were rare in Qingyang Sect; everyone else was significantly weaker.

In recent years, Qingyang Sect had recruited many disciples, but very few true geniuses, causing great anxiety among the sect's high-ranking officials.

It was precisely because of this that Ling Xin Ya, seeing Bi Fan's talent, was eager to investigate his background and then take him as a disciple.

Jing Feng swept his long spear, sending his opponent flying and securing victory.

Mo Nan was not to be outdone. His long sword darted out like a poisonous snake, striking for the throat, forcing his opponent to surrender.

Jing Feng stepped onto the stage again, his spear striking and knocking his opponent's Magic Tool away, causing the opponent to surrender.

Mo Nan lightly swung his sword, piercing through his opponent's sword shadows and pointing it at his throat. Another fatal strike, truly amazing!

The arena became a stage for Jing Feng and Mo Nan to perform. They each unleashed their ultimate moves, competing with each other.

The spectator stands were also divided into two factions; the female disciples cheered for Jing Feng, while the male disciples voiced their support for Mo Nan.

Ming Feng Valley was bustling with excitement, the screams almost piercing the heavens.

After a day of training, Bi Fan had memorized countless martial arts techniques, his head beginning to ache.

The Inner Disciple martial arts tournament had eliminated most of the participants, leaving over a hundred. The next round of matches would continue tomorrow, with further eliminations until only the top sixteen remained.

The day's matches concluded, and Jing Feng found himself surrounded by countless female disciples, a wry smile on his face.

The female disciples from Jade Maiden Peak wanted to join the excitement but were forcibly pulled away by Yu Xiao Feng.

It was clear that Jing Feng was too popular, and Yu Xiao Feng felt a pang of displeasure.

They hadn't walked far before they were intercepted by five Inner Disciples.

"Oh my, aren't these the beautiful junior sisters from Jade Maiden Peak? In such a hurry, are you trying to go back..." The speaker was a man with a face as dark as charcoal.

Bi Fan had some impression of him; today, on the arena, he had actually managed to block three moves from Jing Feng before being defeated.

Yu Xiao Feng's voice was icy, "Luo Sheng, what do you want?"

"I don't want anything. I heard Jade Maiden Peak has gained a new male disciple who seems to be on good terms with Jing Feng and likely possesses considerable skill. I've come specifically to witness it," Luo Sheng said with a smile.

Luo Sheng was actually here for Bi Fan. Could Bi Fan avoid him?

Of course not.

Bi Fan took two steps forward, examining Luo Sheng closely before speaking, "Senior Brother, did you just come out of the mine? Why don't you wash up first instead of coming out here to embarrass yourself."

His words were quite cutting. The female disciples of Jade Maiden Peak burst into laughter, and even Yu Xiao Feng covered her mouth and chuckled, her mood greatly improved.

Luo Sheng's expression immediately changed, his dark face flushing red, then purple.

"Good! Very good! You have courage. Don't think that just because you're Jing Feng's friend, I won't dare to touch you? Kid, I challenge you."

"How shameless! You've been an Inner Disciple for several years, yet you challenge Bi Fan, who has only just become a Registered Disciple. Aren't you blushing? Oh... I forgot, your face is too dark; even if you blushed, no one would be able to tell."

Yu Xiao Feng feared that Bi Fan would accept the challenge, making it impossible to back down, so she spoke first.

"I accept the challenge! But..." Bi Fan suddenly said.