The Center of Attention

When he returned to the Azure Edge Dojo, Lu Chong learned some good news.

His master had recently made a breakthrough and was now at the seventh level of the Dao Xuan Realm, having entered the upper three levels of Dao Xuan. Among the dojo's many elders, he was also ranked near the top.

With this, Elder Changming's voice carried even more weight within the Azure Edge Dojo, and Lu Chong naturally benefited as well.

Of course, Lu Chong's strength now had long since surpassed his master's. It was only in seniority and prestige that he lagged far behind.

"Haha... speaking of which, your master's breakthrough this time was partly thanks to you."

When Elder Changming saw Lu Chong, he was overjoyed. "That old fellow had always been a thorn in my heart. Now that the burden on my mind is gone, my breakthrough came as naturally as water flowing into a channel."

"Congratulations, Master." Lu Chong said modestly. "But this disciple would not dare claim any credit. It is because Master's talent is extraordinary."

"Haha, enough about me. Tell me, how are your preparations?" Elder Changming changed the subject.

"It is rare for an elder's position to become vacant, so the competition this time is especially fierce."

"Among the twenty-three Dao Xuan cultivators, including you, all are at least at the fifth level."

"The strongest among them is Deacon Gao Tian from the main dojo. He reached the seventh level decades ago."

"There is also Deacon Longduo of the Chu Zun Branch Dao Arena. His cultivation and strength are no weaker than Chu Zun's, and he has been eyeing the elder's position like a tiger watching its prey. You must be careful."

Lu Chong said nothing as he listened to his master introduce each opponent, but his mind