The moment Lu Ren made his move, he swept aside a large swath of Hidden Dragon Ranking geniuses, thoroughly intimidating all the disciples. Even prodigies like Ao Guang, Meng Qian, and Bai Longfei could not help but feel a trace of admiration in their hearts.
Though they were still somewhat unwilling to accept it, they lacked the strength to contend for the quota in Lu Ren's hands. If they wanted to compete, they would do so openly and honorably.
"Lu Ren, my name is Meng Qian. At the next Hidden Dragon Ranking, let's see who can fight their way to rank two hundred and one!"
Meng Qian stepped forward and greeted him with a smile.
Her words were tactful, but they also meant that she did not intend to challenge Lu Ren. Instead, she planned to compete with him on the Hidden Dragon Ranking.
There was still more than half a year until the next Hidden Dragon Ranking. For Martial Artists like them at the peak of the eighth level of the Origin Venerate Realm, it would be difficult to break through to the ninth level.
Once one reached the seventh level of the Origin Venerate Realm or above, every step forward was exceptionally difficult unless one encountered a fortuitous opportunity.
"Alright!"
Lu Ren nodded and replied calmly.
Ao Guang and Bai Longfei also stepped forward to greet him before turning around and leaving.
As the crowd dispersed, Lu Ren did not leave. He remained in Brawl Valley to cultivate.
Quite a few ancestors watching in secret marveled at Lu Ren's talent. Their Nine Dragon Ancient Sect had truly found a treasure.
In the following days, Lu Ren's cultivation was relatively peaceful, and no one came looking to provoke him.
His left-handed swordsmanship also became increasingly proficient. When he executed