Outer Courtyard Disciple Competition

After a moment of silence, Xiaoqian sobbed a few times before speaking:

"After you left, I have been diligently cultivating in this town."

"Having made some progress in his cultivation, and grateful for the simple and honest nature of the local people, he did not leave."

"..."

Next, Xiaoqian roughly explained the whole story to Chen Changqing.

After listening to what Xiaoqian said, Chen Changqing nodded in understanding.

It turns out that after Xiaoqian achieved success in her cultivation, she had been secretly protecting the town.

It regulates the wind and rain, drives away wild beasts, and cures plagues...

Over time, she came to be revered as a deity by the townspeople.

It is because of this that Xiaoqian has accumulated a great deal of faith, vows, and Merit Power.

But who would have thought that the arrival of the White-Browed Monk and other monks would shatter all of this?

They coveted Xiaoqian's merits and wanted to forcibly capture and refine them.

The townspeople were grateful to Xiaoqian and naturally wouldn't allow the White-Browed Monk and others to demolish the temple, so they spontaneously organized themselves to stop them.

This angered the monks.

Finally, the White-Browed Monk and other monks used their magic to slaughter all the townspeople.

"Snort!"

Chen Changqing snorted coldly, glanced at the corpses scattered on the ground not far away, and said with a stern expression:

"These beasts!"

"What a bunch of hypocrites!"

How could so many scoundrels emerge from the Great Thunder Sound Temple?

It should be noted that the Great Thunder Sound Temple, like Mount Shu, is one of the Ten Great Orthodox Sacred Lands.

Now that his disciples have committed such a heinous act, Chen Changqing naturally developed a grudge against this Buddhist Sect.

After looking away, Chen Changqing turned his gaze and stared directly at Xiaoqian.

Upon meeting Chen Changqing's gaze, Xiaoqian lowered her head and looked down.

Now, she herself doesn't know where to go from here.

After a brief silence, Chen Changqing spoke:

Let's go!

"Come back to Mount Shu with me!"

As soon as Chen Changqing said this, Xiaoqian was immediately shocked.

She quickly looked up at Chen Changqing, her expression filled with disbelief.

You should know that after Chen Changqing rescued her, Xiaoqian thought she could serve Chen Changqing.

But Chen Changqing refused.

Who would have thought that Chen Changqing would now be taking the initiative to let her follow him?

Shocked, Xiaoqian quickly regained her senses and said:

"Senior."

"I... I am Ghost Cultivator."

"The Shu Mountain Sacred Land is the core of the righteous path in the world. If it were me..."

Before Xiaoqian could finish speaking, Chen Changqing interrupted her:

It's alright.

"With me protecting you, even if your identity is exposed, no one in Mount Shu will dare to harm you."

"Not to mention, sometimes, people are far more terrifying than ghosts!"

As he said this, Chen Changqing looked on with a sigh of regret.

A long time ago, he was unwilling to take Xiaoqian back to Mount Shu, genuinely worried that her identity would be exposed.

But things are different now.

Chen Changqing's cultivation had already reached the Spirit Transformation Realm, and he was also the Sect Master's Personal Disciple and the Eleventh Sequence Holy Son of the Shu Mountain Sacred Land.

If taking Xiaoqian back to Mount Shu at this time means her identity will be discovered, it doesn't matter.

Chen Changqing was confident that with his strength and status, protecting Xiaoqian would be easy.

Besides, at its base on Evergreen Peak in the Shu Mountain Sacred Land, it has already taken in several Demon Race Demon Kings of the demon race, so adding another Ghost Cultivator like Xiaoqian would not be a big deal.

Xiaoqian was overjoyed after hearing what Chen Changqing said. Being able to follow Chen Changqing was something she had always dreamed of.

"Thank you for taking me in, senior!"

After a moment of silence, Xiaoqian quickly bowed to Chen Changqing in gratitude.

Chen Changqing responded calmly:

"From now on, you don't need to call me 'senior' all the time; just call me 'young master'!"

Upon hearing this, Xiaoqian quickly nodded in agreement:

"Yes... Young Master!"

Without further ado, Chen Changqing took Xiaoqian and left the town.

Within a few days, Chen Changqing and Xiaoqian had arrived at the territory of Mount Shu.

Looking out, the mountains are shrouded in mist, a place of natural beauty and spiritual energy.

Xiaoqian noticed this and became slightly uneasy.

After all, Mount Shu is Orthodox Ten Great Sacred Lands.

As for her, being Ghost Cultivator, she was naturally worried that her presence might cause Chen Changqing some trouble.

"Young master, shall I excuse myself for a moment?"

Xiaoqian muttered to herself.

Chen Changqing smiled slightly and replied:

"There's nothing to hide, just follow me."

With that, Chen Changqing led Xiaoqian directly to the gate of Mount Shu.

Given his status, he wouldn't have needed to linger at the Outer Sect of Mount Shu; he could have simply entered the Inner Sect.

But Chen Changqing also wanted to see how Lin Yuan, the Seventh Courtyard disciple of the Outer Sect whom he had met at the mountain gate, was doing now.

The moment the two arrived, they immediately alerted the disciples guarding the mountain gate.

"Um?"

Who goes there?

The gatekeeper asked warily.

Chen Changqing smiled faintly and took out his Identity Token.

The gatekeeper disciple only noticed that the Token belonged to inner disciple, but failed to discover that there was an "eleven" mark on the Token, which was clearly the Sequence Holy Son.

"Greetings, Senior Brother!!"

The next moment, the gatekeeper bowed respectfully.

Chen Changqing nodded slightly and asked:

"Why are you here guarding the mountain gate today?"

Where is Lin Yuan from the Seventh Courtyard Outer Sect?

Upon hearing Chen Changqing's question, the gatekeeper didn't hide anything and quickly replied:

"Reporting to Senior Brother."

"Senior Brother Lin is representing the Seventh Courtyard in the Outer Sect Disciple Competition today!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Changqing was slightly surprised:

"Outer Sect Disciple Competition?"

Time really flies!

"I wonder how this year's Outer Sect Disciple Competition went?"

You should know that he earned his qualification to enter the Inner Sect by winning the Outer Sect Grand Competition Champion.

Without much thought, Chen Changqing took Xiaoqian and flew away.

Meanwhile, at the Outer Sect's central arena.

The Outer Sect Disciple Competition has reached its final stage, namely the arena battles.

Go, First Courtyard!

"Senior Brother Sun, you absolutely have to win!"

"Go, Seven Courtyards!"

"Senior Brother Lin will win!"

"..."

Below the arena, many disciples were cheering and shouting encouragement.

Currently, the Seventh Courtyard and the First Courtyard are considered the two strongest Outer Sects of Mount Shu.

The Seventh Courtyard, in particular, had long been at the bottom of the seven academies.

However, with the emergence of Chen Changqing, a prodigy, the Seventh Courtyard also gained a reputation in Mount Shu.

After all, Chen Changqing was the Personal Disciple of the Mount Shu Sect Master, and also the Eleventh Sequence Holy Son of Mount Shu.

Such a status and position were enough to make him a legendary figure in the Seventh Courtyard.

The Seventh Courtyard is now powerful enough to rival the First Courtyard.

Just as the Outer Sect disciples were cheering and shouting, a commotion suddenly came from the sky.

"Call out!"

Following the sound, two figures arrived, hovering in the void.

It was Chen Changqing and Xiaoqian.

"Boom!"

Chen Changqing didn't deliberately conceal his aura; his Spirit Transformation power instantly enveloped the area below!

Upon sensing the Avatar from Chen Changqing, everyone present was filled with awe and reverence.

"Ah?"

"Spirit Transformation Realm expert!"

"How could this Outer Sect Disciple Competition have attracted the attention of such a figure?"

"So young!"

Is there a maidservant accompanying her?

"I wonder who this person is from the Inner Sect?"

"..."

Many Outer Sect disciples craned their necks in anticipation, their expressions filled with admiration.

At the same time, the stewards and elders of the various Outer Sect were also alarmed, and they all turned their attention to the scene.

It should be noted that even within the Inner Sect Mount Shu, Cultivators at the Spirit Transformation Realm are considered high-ranking figures.

Who is this?

"I've never seen it before!"

"Spirit Transformation cultivator must have an extraordinary background!"

"..."

Just as everyone was shocked, True Person Tianbo, who was presiding over this Outer Sect Disciple Competition, was greatly alarmed.

"Chen... Chen Changqing?"

He gasped inwardly, his face filled with disbelief.

It should be noted that when Chen Changqing left Mount Shu, he was only at the Nascent Soul stage.

But how long has it been?

Now that he's back, he's already at the Spirit Transformation Realm.

Shocked, True Person Tianbo hurriedly flew towards Chen Changqing, glanced at him briefly, and bowed respectfully, saying:

"Holy Son Changqing, you're back!"

When he said this, True Person Tianbo's tone was polite.

Although he is the War Dome Peak Master, in terms of status and position, he is a step below the Holy Son.

On the surface, True Person Tianbo appeared very calm.

But in reality, a storm was brewing deep within him.

"Spirit Transformation!"

"This child's cultivation speed is simply astonishing!"

True Person Tianbo was secretly amazed.

Keep in mind that he has only reached the Half-Step Spirit Transformation stage in his cultivation so far.

As for Chen Changqing, he had already entered the Spirit Transformation Realm.

Chen Changqing smiled slightly, returned the bow to True Person Tianbo, and said with a smile:

"Peak Master, I didn't expect to see you here."

Looking back, Chen Changqing felt a mix of emotions.

It should be noted that when he participated in the Outer Sect Disciple Competition, it was True Person Tianbo who presided over it.

At that time, his cultivation level was still very weak; he hadn't even reached the Foundation Establishment yet.

True Person Tianbo was already Nascent Soul cultivator.

After winning Champion Outer Sect Disciple Competition, True Person Tianbo also rewarded him with a Nascent Soul Insight.

However, Chen Changqing did not want the Nascent Soul Insight himself, and instead gave it to Ran Hua.

In the blink of an eye, Chen Changqing had already cultivated to the Spirit Transformation Realm.

The Nascent Soul stage experts who once seemed unapproachable in his presence are now inferior to him.

True Person Tianbo smiled faintly and explained:

"This Outer Sect Grand Competition was originally supposed to be hosted by Mountain Suppressing Peak, but that old bastard Yue Kunlun had something come up, so I'm hosting it in his place."

Chen Changqing nodded and said nothing more.

Meanwhile, the many Outer Sect disciples below were all shocked upon hearing this.

"Holy crap!"

"He... he is the Holy Son Changqing!"

"Is this the legendary Chen Changqing from the Seventh Courtyard Outer Sect?"

"He truly is a handsome and talented man!"

"I knew it! Who could possibly have such charisma!"

"Has the Holy Son Changqing already broken through to the Spirit Transformation Realm?"

"This cultivation speed is terrifying!"

"..."

Upon learning that the visitor was Chen Changqing, the Outer Sect immediately erupted in excitement.

After all, among the Outer Sect Seven Courtyards, the name Chen Changqing is synonymous with legend.

He was originally just a Personal Disciple guarding the mountain gate.

He rose through the ranks step by step, winning the Champion in the Outer Sect Disciple Competition and thus gaining entry into the Inner Sect for cultivation.

Later, he was accepted as Personal Disciple by the Sect Master Chen Yuan and successfully passed the Heavenly Pass set up by the Seven Main Peaks, becoming the Eleventh Sequence Holy Son of Mount Shu.

In addition, he also topped the Azure Dragon Ranking, becoming famous Nine Provinces Continent.

Such a person, born from their Outer Sect, naturally commands the respect of countless Outer Sect disciples.

At this moment, the Seventh Courtyard of the Outer Sect is located.

The disciples were even more excited, cheering and shouting incessantly:

"It's... it's Senior Brother Changqing!"

"That's incredible!"

"The legendary figure of my Seventh Courtyard has now ascended to the Spirit Transformation!"

Such talent and aptitude are truly unparalleled throughout history!

"..."

In the Seventh Courtyard Outer Sect, Chen Changqing's deeds had long been circulated in great renown.

Its name alone has been mythologized.

Now that they have finally met Chen Changqing in person, the disciples of the Seventh Courtyard are naturally extremely excited.

Just as everyone was in shock, on the arena...

"Senior Brother Changqing!!"

When Lin Yuan saw Chen Changqing, his eyes immediately flashed with a sharp light.

He naturally knew Chen Changqing.

In the past, he was just a gatekeeper.

fortuitous opportunity chance, she met Chen Changqing, who had returned from his trip.

Upon learning that Lin Yuan was a disciple of the Seventh Outer Sect Seventh Courtyard, Chen Changqing naturally took care of him and even gave him a pill to strengthen his foundation.

It was thanks to the pills given by Chen Changqing that Lin Yuan's cultivation level improved, allowing him to stand on the final stage of the Outer Sect Disciple Competition.

He remembers it clearly.

Chen Changqing had said that if he could enter the Inner Sect through his own efforts, he should go to Evergreen Peak in the Inner Sect to find him.

"Snort!"

Seeing countless disciples casting envious and admiring glances at Chen Changqing, Xue Feng, the First Courtyard disciple who was confronting Lin Yuan on the arena, gave a cold snort.

"What's so amazing about it?"

"Once I enter the Inner Sect, I will definitely surpass him!"

"One day, I will trample this legendary figure from the Outer Sect under my feet!"

Xue Feng muttered to himself, his eyes filled with Qi Ingestion as he looked at Chen Changqing.

Just then, Chen Changqing's gaze sharpened as he looked down at the arena below.

Upon looking around, they naturally noticed Lin Yuan standing on the arena.

"Oh?"

"It was him?"

"I never imagined he could get this far."

Chen Changqing muttered to himself, recognizing Lin Yuan, and then gave him a smile.

Seeing Chen Changqing smile at him, Lin Yuan was extremely excited. His lips moved, but he didn't know what to say.

At this moment, Chen Changqing said with a smile:

"Since I'm here today to witness this grand event, and I, the Holy Son, am present, I'll add my own trophy!"

As he spoke, Chen Changqing waved his hand lightly, and a long sword immediately appeared in his hand.

This longsword, its blade frosted with cold, exudes an imposing aura!

"This sword is called the Frost-Condensing Sword, Top-grade Spirit Treasure!"

"Whoever wins, the Frost-Condensing Sword will belong to them."

With that, Chen Changqing flicked his wrist, and the Frost-Condensing Sword in his hand instantly transformed into a streak of light and hovered above the arena.

Everyone present was shocked by the Frost-Condensing Sword.

"This?"

"Frost-Condensing Sword? Top-grade Spirit Treasure?"

"Above that, you'll find Quasi-Immortal Artifacts!"

"Oh my god!"

"Such a high-level magical Law Artifact?"

"Isn't the Holy Son Changqing being far too generous?"

"..."