Qi Condensation Layer 2

Lin Chen had achieved his goal. He immediately closed his eyes and circulated his spiritual power.

He began cultivating in a convincing manner.

"System, how many Spirit Stones do I need to advance to Qi Condensation Layer 2?"

[Host, 62.]

Lin Chen ground his teeth in anger. "You calculated this perfectly so you could clean me out, didn't you?"

He had figured it out. The system was deliberately making trouble, coveting his Spirit Stones.

[Host, the system is upright and honorable. It would never engage in corruption. Your talent is too poor; 62 is already the lowest price.]

"Fine, exchange them for me!"

Lin Chen gritted his teeth.

The elders were gathered around the gambling table, watching the wager. No one paid any attention to Lin Chen.

They were certain that Lin Chen could not possibly succeed in cultivating.

Let alone him—even a genius from Green Mountain Sect could not possibly cultivate successfully in such a short time.

It was simply the dream of an idiot.

Thus, every one of them had bet on Elder Liu to win.

Not far away, Jin Yuanbao watched it all.

He felt as though his little heart were trembling.

These were all sect elders. What disciple would dare deal with them like this?

Yet Lin Chen had not only gotten along splendidly with all the elders.

He was also handling everything with ease.

He had long since admired him so much that he prostrated himself in wholehearted admiration.

"As expected of the man Jin Yuanbao has his eye on. So handsome!"

At that moment, the spiritual energy between heaven and earth suddenly began to flow.

Its direction pointed straight at Lin Chen.

His aura began to grow restless, even showing signs of rising.

"That's not right. Is he about to advance?" Elder Liu was the first to notice the disturbance.

In a flash, he appeared before Lin Chen and examined him with his Spiritual Sense.

He did want to teach Lin Chen a lesson, but he did not want to kill him.

No matter what, Lin Chen was someone the sect leader had chosen.

"He really is advancing!"

Elder Liu was somewhat dumbfounded.

His Flame Primer was merely an art that assisted in cultivating flames; it could not help someone break through a realm.

Lin Chen had only just comprehended it, yet his cultivation was continuously climbing.

Before even half a quarter-hour had passed, his cultivation suddenly rose another level.

Elder Liu's Spiritual Sense remained locked onto Lin Chen's body.

A new Qi Meridian was born with a thunderous roar.

He was stunned!

This time, he was truly stunned!

How could he have known that the shock had only just begun?

Before everyone's eyes, Lin Chen swiftly stabilized his cultivation.

Then, the air between his hands began to steam and distort.

Sizzle!

A quarter-hour later, the mass of air suddenly emitted a sharp cry, and a faint trace of crimson emerged.

"That's impossible!" Elder Liu's eyes widened as he feared missing even the slightest detail.

In all his years of cultivation, he had never witnessed anything so bizarre.

Flame Primer was, after all, a Mystic Grade Auxiliary Art. It required a foundation before one could cultivate it.

How could a brat who had not even entered the sect succeed in cultivating it in such a short time?

How was that possible?

At that moment, the other elders also wiped the smiles from their faces, their expressions turning grave.

"What this brat said may be true. His comprehension really is extraordinarily high, enough to shatter the limits of talent."

"If even this cannot explain everything, then what else should we believe?"

Just as they began to acknowledge Lin Chen, a ball of flame rose between his palms.

The flames were crimson, and their temperature was extremely high.

The surrounding air burst with explosive crackles.

At that moment, Elder Liu's lips trembled with excitement. His eyes shone as he looked at Lin Chen, and he immediately changed his tune.

"Where is the sect leader? Has he gone to read storybooks again? A talent like this cannot go to Sect Leader Peak. He must come to my Alchemy Hall."

The other elders all wore contemptuous expressions.

Someone even teased him to his face. "If you're not afraid of getting your backside kicked by the sect leader, go ask for him."

"So what if he kicks my backside?"

Elder Liu looked utterly serious. "Even if he kicks my second brother, I'm bringing this brat to my Alchemy Hall."

The other elders all gave him a thumbs-up.

Jin Yuanbao in the distance was even more excited than they were.

He waved his fists and howled, "Brother Chen is awesome!"

A moment later, Lin Chen opened his eyes.

Seeing himself surrounded by elders, he jumped in fright.

But for the Spirit Stones, he still searched around until he finally spotted Elder Liu.

"Elder Liu, I cultivated successfully..."

As he spoke, he raised his palm and slightly circulated his spiritual power.

With a pop, a ball of Crimson Flame rose up.

Before he could say anything, an elder had already stuffed the bag of Spirit Stones into his arms.

"Four hundred Spirit Stones. They're all yours."

Lin Chen hugged the bag of Spirit Stones, feeling more secure than ever before.

Spirit Stones were his life.

With Spirit Stones, anything was possible.

"Lin Chen, are you willing to come to my Alchemy Hall?" Elder Liu could not help asking.

Lin Chen blinked, tightening his arms around the Spirit Stones.

"Elder Liu, a bet is a bet. I may be a disciple, but you can't go back on your word, can you?"

Hahaha...

Seeing how nervous he looked, all the elders burst out laughing.

"You're quite clever. Don't worry, no one is taking your Spirit Stones."

After the laughter died down, Elder Liu relaxed as well. He patted Lin Chen on the shoulder and turned to return to his seat.

The other elders also packed up their things and returned to their seats.

Once Lin Chen saw through them, he did not feel embarrassed.

He did not dare agree to such a thing, so he could only change the subject.

"Brother Chen!"

At that moment, Jin Yuanbao ran over and wrapped Lin Chen in a hug. "You're my real big brother. I'll be yours for the rest of my life."

Lin Chen felt a chill run through him. He forcefully pushed Little Fatty away, his face full of disgust. "I don't like men."

Hearing that, Jin Yuanbao nodded hard. "Brother Chen, only a woman like Liu Ruyan is worthy of you."

"Brother."

Lin Chen stood up and looked at Jin Yuanbao with a solemn expression.

"I'm only advising you because I consider you a brother. A woman like Liu Ruyan is beyond the grasp of both you and me. In the future, stay far away whenever you see her, understand?"

This time, Jin Yuanbao understood. Lin Chen was not trying to compete with him; he was warning him.

"Why?" Jin Yuanbao looked utterly reluctant to let go.

The first time he saw that woman, he had fallen completely.

To be honest, in that instant, he had even thought of names for their children.

He had resolved then and there that he was willing to do anything for Liu Ruyan.

When he had previously planned to give her up to Lin Chen, it truly felt as though his heart were being carved apart.

Yet Lin Chen treated her as if she were a flood or a ferocious beast.

Lin Chen took a deep breath and patted Jin Yuanbao on the shoulder.

"Listen to your brother. That woman is the great female lead chosen by fate. If anyone other than a Chosen One approaches her, they will die and vanish, their family ruined and their loved ones scattered."

Jin Yuanbao shuddered all over.

Then he asked in confusion, "Brother Chen, aren't you a Chosen One? You and her are a perfect match. I..."

Lin Chen hurriedly covered his mouth, widening his eyes as he warned him.

"Never mention such words again. Otherwise, the brotherhood between us will be severed."

Jin Yuanbao nodded solemnly.

Lin Chen released Little Fatty, sat down to one side, and began reflecting.

Was he being too high-profile?

Had that given Jin Yuanbao such a misunderstanding?

He was no Chosen Son.

I just wanted to earn more Spirit Stones.

He truly had not thought of anything else. His goal was simple and pure.

Thinking back, he really had stood out too much throughout the whole process.

Most importantly, Green Mountain Sect also had Lord Qin's Nephew.

He still did not know who that person was.

The situation had now become one where he was in the open while the other party was in the dark.

That was very disadvantageous for him.

"Looks like I need to keep a lower profile in the future." Lin Chen learned his lesson.

Before he realized it, an hour had passed.

Figures continuously rushed out of the Trial Ground.

They did not possess Lin Chen's abilities. Every one of them was covered in blood and grime, their clothes mostly torn, and some were even injured.

The moment these people emerged, they glared furiously at Lin Chen.

One of them rushed straight before the elders and pointed at Lin Chen.

"Elders, I wish to report this man for cheating. From the Climbing Heavy Mountain Path to the Trial Ground just now, he used improper methods to pass quickly. Please investigate thoroughly."

Lin Chen looked up at the man. He recognized him.

His name was Huang Mingyuan. He possessed a Wood-Fire Two-Attribute High Grade Spirit Root.

It was obvious that his outstanding performance had made him a target of resentment.

Moreover, Liu Ruyan stood beside the man, also staring at Lin Chen with eyes like a venomous snake.

Lin Chen immediately felt chills rising along the back of his neck.

This was bad!

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