The Man Beyond Those Beyond Men, the Heaven Beyond Those Beyond Heaven

Lu Changzhi looked at Lu Yuan with some surprise, thought for a moment, and nodded:

"Senior's perception is very sharp; you did indeed enter the Saint Realm not long ago."

Lu Changzhi's answer made Lu Yuan take a deep breath.

This is not just about the fact that his cultivation in all aspects is somewhat astonishing.

"The student surpasses the teacher."

Lu Yuan spoke up:

Now that you have entered the Saint Realm, there is no need for you to hold back, and I need not worry about hurting you.

"Let's continue."

"Alright." Lu Changzhi nodded and raised his cultivation level to the Saint Realm.

Subsequently, the intensity of the battle suddenly increased.

At this point, the suppression of cultivation level was becoming too obvious for Lu Changzhi.

In addition, the improvement was most noticeable during the period of previous encounters.

Now, facing each other again brings only limited improvement.

After some thought, Lu Changzhi adjusted his strategy once again.

I've already gained something tonight; now it's the other person's turn to reap the rewards.

Having made up his mind, Lu Changzhi's fighting style suddenly changed.

What began as composure gradually turned into a relentless pressure.

Every move he made, whether advancing or retreating, was clearly aimed at the target.

Lu Yuan's combat skills are by no means weak. Compared to most people, it would not be an exaggeration to describe them as watertight and perfectly balanced.

But Lu Changzhi was able to notice the leaks and areas where things could have been done even better.

Boom boom boom!

In the blink of an eye, their figures intertwined several times.

As the two advanced and retreated, Lu Yuan's physical body and aura began to surge, and his Saint Physique was activated to deal with Lu Changzhi's attacks and moves.

If the previous reactions were merely shock and disbelief...

Now, Lu Yuan simply doesn't have the time or energy to be horrified by it.

The young man before them, every time he made a move, it was aimed at his own weaknesses or areas where he was unfamiliar with the game; his targeting was frighteningly precise.

Having experienced so much in different battles over a long period, how could he not understand what this truly meant?

Looking down from a high vantage point, parting the clouds and mist, revealing every detail!

The other person can see it and can give me guidance!

At this moment, Lu Yuan was filled with immense excitement.

Although the battle is becoming increasingly difficult, what more could one ask for than to have this battle!

Lu Changzhi was quite surprised by Lu Yuan's response.

Despite its shortcomings, it took measures to address them and did not succumb to defeat because of them.

This kind of coping ability is indeed difficult to achieve without sufficient practice.

In response, Lu Changzhi had only one action.

Go all out!

Boom boom boom!

Their fight became increasingly fierce.

Lu Yuan's body was brimming with Battle Intent, and his Saint Physique was activated to an astonishing degree. The complexion on his face made him look as if he had become decades younger.

Lu Changzhi kept increasing its intensity.

Lu Yuan managed to win several narrow victories, but he responded accordingly.

Finally, after another exchange of blows, Lu Changzhi found another opportunity.

A seemingly effortless move transforms into a powerful and devastating strike.

This time, although Lu Yuan reacted, he was still a fraction too slow and his figure retreated outside the circle.

Lu Changzhi paused, took out the gourd containing the Origin Spirit Liquid, took a sip, and then smiled at Lu Yuan, saying:

"Are you satisfied, senior?"

Lu Yuan's face was full of lingering satisfaction.

Upon hearing what Lu Changzhi said, he spoke up:

"How about one more time?"

Lu Changzhi shook his head and smiled, saying:

"If we keep fighting, it will be dawn soon."

Lu Yuan didn't seem to be very aware of this, and simply said:

"Such a wonderful thing, if it ends here, wouldn't that be...?"

Lu Changzhi waved his hand:

"I'm tired. Besides, senior, don't you need some time to think about and reflect on what you just fought?"

Lu Yuan paused for a moment, the fervent excitement on his face fading slightly.

He didn't speak, seemingly lost in thought. After a moment, he hesitated, then looked up at Lu Changzhi and said earnestly:

"I wonder if I might become your disciple?"

A simple sentence left Lu Changzhi stunned on the spot.

This was something he truly hadn't anticipated.

At that moment, he asked the system:

"System, if I agree, will I become Saint Emperor in one step?"

The system immediately responded:

"Reporting to Master, the other party is not a target for the system's apprenticeship program. Even if I agree, my cultivation level will not be affected by the other party's existing cultivation level."

Upon hearing this, Lu Changzhi secretly sighed with regret.

If possible, that would be a truly unexpected delight.

Regaining his composure, Lu Changzhi looked at Lu Yuan and smiled:

"Given your status and strength, why would you need to become my disciple? Besides, I'm only at the initial stage of the Saint Realm. How can a master be inferior to his disciple? Let's forget about this."

Lu Yuan shook his head, looking at Lu Changzhi with eyes that practically shone with the elation of someone who had found a priceless treasure, and said:

"Status and strength are merely external things. In the art of combat, you are superior to me, which is enough to qualify you to be my teacher."

The order of importance is not based on social status, but solely on the level of achievement.

Lu Changzhi, however, did not have much of an opinion on this.

Lu Yuan was well aware of what he was pursuing by doing this.

But he was lazy, and he wouldn't have done this tonight if it weren't for the Purple-Gold Guest Token and Lu Yuan's attitude.

But if it really is about taking on a disciple, and the other party wants to provide guidance, then...

And this is also inconsistent with his initial plan.

After thinking for a moment, Lu Changzhi said:

"I have a disciple who is also quite skilled in combat. She is currently away training, but when the time comes, you can spar with her. As for the matter of her becoming my disciple, there's no need for that yet. What do you say?"

Lu Yuan looked at Lu Changzhi, sighed softly, clearly understanding that some things cannot be forced. He then nodded and said:

"Thank you very much."

It's hard to describe this feeling.

The last person he admired so much and even wanted to surpass was Lu Lulu.

But now, upon encountering their descendants, we discover that there are still people beyond people, and heavens beyond heavens.

His encounter with Lu Lulu back then left such a deep impression on him that for so many years he has been unable to take the step of becoming Saint Emperor, yet he has a chance to face him again.

But the people who came before him made him feel no desire to surpass them, and he could only humbly seek their guidance.

The two are different and should not be considered equal.

"Oh, right."

At this moment, Lu Yuan suddenly thought of something, his attention returned to Lu Changzhi, and he couldn't help but ask:

How old are you exactly?

Lu Changzhi smiled at this.

"Eighteen, I didn't lie to you, but you obviously don't believe me."

As he spoke, Lu Changzhi raised an arm and stretched it forward.

Lu Yuan understood the meaning of this action, stepped forward, and placed his finger on Lu Changzhi's wrist.

A moment later, Lu Yuan's brows twitched violently, his body trembled, and his eyes snapped open, his aged pupils nearly popping out of Lu Changzhi's face. Even his voice trembled slightly.

"Really... really eighteen!"