Seizing Momentum

Meanwhile, When Wang Sheng returned to the old estate, under the cover of night, several people were quietly searching for something.

Finally, They found a trace on the wall near a collapsed courtyard.

The trace bore the unique communication method of their Heavenly Mandate Cult.

"Liu? Someone surnamed Liu killed them."

"But we don't know which Liu family. Keep searching for clues. The small family targeted for annihilation couldn't possibly have taken down four Bright Energy experts. There must be another force involved."

"Hmph, in this tiny Ershui City, who can stand against my Heavenly Mandate Cult's army? Once we find out, no matter which Liu family it is, they'll be the next target for annihilation!"

The individuals calling themselves the Heavenly Mandate Cult continued their search around the area.

The next morning, Wang Sheng slept in a bit longer before getting up and washing up with the assistance of two women.

He was still unaware that he had inadvertently dug a huge pit for the Liu family.

Before Wang Sheng even reached the Martial Academy, he heard people on the streets and in alleyways discussing the fire from last night.

All sorts of wild speculations and rumors were rampant.

Many common folk, discussing it, showed fear and apprehension, with some even considering whether they should quickly leave Ershui City.

A small, moderately wealthy Yu family had been annihilated. Their decades of business had been burned to ruins.

Although not a truly prominent family, the Yu family was considered wealthy and prosperous, with some reputation.

Yet, such a not-so-small family was wiped out overnight. All sixty-five members of the Yu Estate, not a single survivor!

Such a brutal case spread throughout Ershui City in a single night, causing widespread panic. All the important figures were also paying attention to the matter.

Some frowned, thinking, "In this chaotic era, coupled with such a massacre, it's detrimental to public morale and military spirit!"

When Wang Sheng entered the Zhao Family Martial Arts Academy, indeed, many people were discussing which demonic martial artist from the jianghu had come to Ershui City to commit such a serious crime.

Since Zhao Jie hadn't arrived yet, Wang Sheng went to a corner on his own to familiarize himself with the Great Tablet Shattering Hand.

Ge Xiaogu, unaware that Fang Mingguang was dead, only dared to nod at Wang Sheng and didn't speak to him.

Li Hu, Wei Yu, Luo Zhengwen, and a group of other Bright Energy disciples also gathered, exchanging any news they had, seeing if anyone had information related to the annihilation case.

Many martial artists sensed something unusual from this annihilation case.

The world's chaos was already evident. The city's experts had formed the Martial Alliance and were cooperating with the government. It was a time of gathering experts and strict vigilance, yet such an event occurred. This was undoubtedly a provocation to the Martial Alliance and the government.

Therefore, anyone who dared to employ such means was absolutely extraordinary.

A moment later, A sharp, fawning voice suddenly rang out in the courtyard, "Senior Brother Wu, when will you achieve Bright Energy? We're all waiting to eat at your Thousand Cranes Tower."

"Hahahaha..."

"Don't worry, it's within these two days. I can already feel the energy flowing within my body, I just can't maintain it for long. Give me two more days of refinement, and I'll be ready."

As Wu An entered the Martial Academy, he was immediately greeted by a group of disciples' flattery.

The other Bright Energy martial artists had their own small circles, and it wasn't something ordinary people could just join.

So, many ordinary disciples wanted to seize the opportunity to curry favor with Wu An, hoping he would help them in the future.

"Junior Brother Li, how are you doing!"

Wu An asked Li Chaodong with a smile.

"Arrogant!"

Li Chaodong cursed inwardly. If Wu An hadn't become the son-in-law of the Dan family and received their vast resources, how could he have been so close to advancing to Bright Energy so quickly?

However, seeing that Wu An was on the verge of achieving Bright Energy, Li Chaodong didn't want to make an enemy of a future Bright Energy martial artist. So, facing Wu An's teasing, he could only smile and shake his head, "Still not there. I can't catch up to you, Senior Brother."

They had joined at the same time and usually called each other Junior Brother, never yielding to each other, always competing for the top spot.

Now, Li Chaodong had relented and called him Senior Brother. Wu An immediately nodded with a smile, feeling very satisfied and pleased.

"Li Chaodong has backed down. Among these new disciples, who else can be my opponent now!"

"Indeed, the path to achieving Bright Energy is this difficult. Only I have managed to stand out!"

Wu An thought proudly, his arrogance growing considerably. He even began to have some aspirations for the future.

After all, entering the Martial Path already involved selecting one out of dozens of people! Advancing to Bright Energy, a minor accomplishment in the Martial Path, was only one out of over a dozen who entered. This difficulty was even higher than one in a hundred!

It was only natural for Wu An to be so proud and ambitious.

"Master Zhao has arrived!"

A shout came from outside the gate.

Upon hearing this, all the disciples in the courtyard immediately stopped what they were doing, stood in place, looked towards the courtyard gate, and raised their hands in a respectful salute.

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Until Zhao Jie's figure appeared, The numerous disciples lowered their heads and bowed in unison, shouting, "Greetings, Master!"

"Mm!"

Zhao Jie looked at the disciples standing tall and exuding powerful auras, a slight smile appearing on his face. These were his confidence in this chaotic world.

At this moment, a disciple noticed something was amiss.

According to the usual routine, Zhao Jie would tell them to cultivate individually.

But now that Zhao Jie hadn't spoken, they dared not move.

Following that, A sound of footsteps echoed from outside the door.

Then, a group of women in skirts actually walked in from outside.

All the male disciples in the courtyard widened their eyes, staring intently at these women. Their previously calm hearts felt as if they were being scratched by a cat, an unbearable itch!

These women weren't necessarily all stunningly beautiful, but each had a slender figure and carried themselves with grace and competence. It was clear they were unlike ordinary women, possessing a unique charm.

Furthermore, these male disciples practiced martial arts all day, and there were very few female disciples in the courtyard. It was no wonder many male disciples lost their composure.

"Ahem! All of you, control yourselves!"

Zhao Jie cared most about his reputation. Seeing some male disciples gazing with longing, causing these women to chuckle, he couldn't help but reprimand them in a low voice.

"These are disciples from the Qingshui Martial Academy. Due to certain circumstances, the two academies are temporarily merging to cultivate together. They will be residing next door from now on. You are forbidden from disturbing them. Violators will be expelled from the sect and have their martial arts crippled."

Zhao Jie explained.

"We are the ones disturbing you! Head of Academy Zhao!"

At this moment, a woman wearing a thin veil and a white dress, supported by her maids, entered the martial academy.

The strongest person in a martial academy, referred to as the Head of Academy.

"Head of Academy He is too kind! We should be supporting each other!"

Zhao Jie looked at the woman in the white dress, a hint of astonishment and regret flashing in his eyes.

After a moment, Once Zhao Jie had arranged for Li Hu to oversee the handover and care of the Qingshui Martial Academy disciples, he was about to enter the inner courtyard with Head of Academy He to discuss important matters.

Wang Sheng seized the opportunity and immediately stepped forward.

During their discussions, they certainly couldn't be bothered by trivial matters.

So if he didn't report this now, obtaining rewards and techniques would have to wait until tomorrow, or even the day after tomorrow if tomorrow also proved busy.

At this juncture, delaying by a day was equivalent to wasting a day.

"Reporting to Master, this disciple has achieved Minor Accomplishment in Martial Path last night, generating internal force and advancing to Bright Energy. I request Master's discernment!"

Wang Sheng first performed a cupped-hand salute, then flicked his hand slightly. A subtle explosive sound rang out, clearly accompanied by a surge of internal force.

Zhao Jie was about to frown and reprimand Wang Sheng, but upon seeing that Wang Sheng had become a Bright Energy martial artist, his brow immediately relaxed, and a smile couldn't help but appear on his face.

In front of Head of Academy He, a disciple achieving Bright Energy was quite an honor for Zhao Jie!

At the same time, All the other disciples in the courtyard, who were about to begin cultivating, stopped their movements, and silence fell. They all looked over with expressions of shock, gloom, or joy!

Wang Sheng, That disciple with Low-grade Physique, from a humble background, the least favored, and who had only recently managed to join, had actually become a Bright Energy martial artist!!!

Without anyone noticing, he had surpassed many senior brothers who had joined much earlier.

The shock in many hearts was far more turbulent than the surprised expressions on their faces!

No one, absolutely no one, had expected that among this batch of new disciples, Wang Sheng would be the first to achieve Bright Energy.

This outcome had far exceeded everyone's expectations.

"Wang Sheng! Bright Energy!"

"You deserve to die!!!"

Wu An stared blankly for a long time before reacting, his entire body trembling with rage, his heart roaring and raging madly.

He stood rooted to the spot, his face flushed red, his features slightly contorted, his eyes wide with fury, his fists clenched so tightly that his fingernails dug into his flesh, yet he seemed oblivious.

All the momentum he had built up over so many days had been snatched away by Wang Sheng, whom he had previously overlooked!

He was only two days away!

Everyone had assumed he would be the first to achieve Bright Energy, and the Bone Strengthening Pill was his.

But now, Wang Sheng's appearance had slapped Wu An in the face, causing him immense embarrassment.

Some people were already whispering about Wu An, relishing the spectacle of his misfortune.

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