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The old master stroked his beard and said with a chuckle, "Hehehe, I was just practicing my skills out of boredom, but I accidentally messed up my meridians and ended up using too much force."
Lu Jin looked incredulous, not because he doubted whether the Celestial Master possessed such power, but because he questioned how someone with the Celestial Master's century of cultivation could possibly lose control.
Lu Ci's eyes flickered, but he didn't say anything.
Don't let his usual loud and arrogant demeanor fool you; he's actually the biggest die-hard fan of the Celestial Master, idolizing his unparalleled strength.
If the Celestial Master's surname were Lü, Lü Ci would kneel and greet him every day, serving him tea and water—he would do anything for him.
Of course, Feng Zhenghao didn't believe it either, because he was smart enough to see that it was just an excuse from the old master.
It was precisely because he was smart enough that he didn't expose the old master, but instead pretended to believe the old master's nonsense.
Meanwhile, in the distance, the younger generation of the Celestial Master's Mansion, who had been stopped from coming over by the three Ten Elders, were also having various opinions.
"Linglong, Linglong, shall we sneak over and take a look?"
The lively Bai Shixue subtly encouraged Lu Linglong.
However, Lu Linglong, unlike her usual naive and sweet self, spoke with a serious expression.
"Don't talk nonsense. This is no joke. That aura is so strong that even from this distance, we can't even stand up. If we get close, there's no guarantee that something won't happen. If I were alone, I could go, but with you here, I absolutely cannot risk your lives."
Lu Linglong always knew what she should and shouldn't do, which was why everyone in the Lu family troupe trusted her.
Seeing Lu Linglong's serious expression, Bai Shixue realized the seriousness of the matter and nodded.
"I understand."
Zhi Jinhua adjusted her glasses and analyzed rationally, "On this Longhu Mountain, the only one with such abilities is probably not the Old Celestial Master, right? Could it be that the Old Celestial Master fought with someone?"
Today, besides the contestants, only the disciples of Longhu Mountain remain on Longhu Mountain. The rest of the people, who are more like spectators, are responsible for their own food and lodging at the foot of Longhu Mountain, except for the Ten Elders.
Therefore, those who infiltrated the Quanxing sect were completely unaware of the changes that had occurred on Longhu Mountain, except for Gong Qing, the acting sect leader.
At that moment, he was at the door of Tian Jinzhong's room, pushing Tian Jinzhong into the courtyard, and asked with concern.
"Grand Tutor, was that thunder just now? It was terrifying!"
Tian Jinzhong chuckled and said, "Don't run away. It's probably that old geezer Zhang Zhiwei acting crazy again. He'll be fine in a bit. I'll have to give him a good talking to tomorrow. What are you doing up so late at night? Disturbing people's peace and quiet. Don't you let people sleep?"
Tian Jinzhong had watched Zhang Zhiwei remain invincible for over a hundred years and had complete confidence in his senior brother. He didn't think anyone in the world could hurt him. Even if an enemy attacked Longhu Mountain, he estimated that they wouldn't be a match for his senior brother. So, he wasn't worried at all and even complained that Zhang Zhiwei was making too much noise and waking up Xiaoyuzi.
Note: Tian Jinzhong has stopped sleeping since his hands and feet were crippled.
Xiao Yuzi, also known as Gong Qing, remained silent, but a complex light flickered in his eyes.
Is the situation really as Tian Jinzhong described?
Gong Qing was uncertain, but instinctively felt uneasy.
However, even if something unexpected happens, Gong Qing no longer cares. Things have come to this point, and he can no longer back down, nor does he want to.
For Gong Qing, infiltrating Longhu Mountain was a huge gamble. He even used a secret method to cripple his considerable cultivation, but he would never give up on his plan.
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Inside Feng Shayan's room, she paid no attention to the storms outside, because Luke was currently exchanging cultivation experiences with her.
Under the gentle caress of the moonlight, Luke and Feng Shayan's room seemed to be lightly shrouded in a mysterious veil.
A faint fragrance filled the air, a unique scent belonging to the two of them, intertwined with anticipation and tenderness.
Luke's eyes were as deep as the night sky. He gently took Feng Shayan's hand and led her into the house.
Feng Shayan's eyes flickered, which was completely out of character for her. She seemed to be drawn by an invisible force, step by step towards the territory that belonged to them.
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The two embraced slowly, their heartbeats weaving into a silent melody in the quiet night.
Luke's fingers gently glided over Feng Shayan's skin, like a light rain brushing against newly opened petals, bringing a touch of coolness and endless tenderness.
Feng Shayan responded in an indescribable way, her breathing becoming rapid and deep, as if her entire soul was tightly connected with Luke at this moment.
As their feelings for each other deepened, the two felt as if they were in a turbulent sea of clouds.
Their movements were sometimes as gentle as a breeze, and sometimes as fierce as a storm. Their actions were like the rhythm of nature, both harmonious and powerful.
In this boundless rain and clouds, they found their deepest resonance with each other, as if the whole world had stood still.
Three hours later, Feng Shayan finally couldn't withstand Luke's onslaught. Luke also knew when to stop and tenderly put Feng Shayan on the bed.
Feng Shayan was undoubtedly at a disadvantage in this match. Even though she fought back, she was still crushed by Luke.
In the end, Feng Shayan was still exhausted after the match. Even though she wanted to compete against Luke again, she didn't have the strength to continue.
Luke gently comforted her, after all, he had indeed been too emotional this time.
Chapter 96: One Person's Story: Xu Si and Technician No. 8's Past
Feng Shayan looked languid, too lazy to even move a finger.
"What's gotten into you today, you beast?"
It was very enjoyable, but also really tiring. Of course, it was also very fulfilling.
"It's nothing, I just missed you. Don't tell me you didn't?"
In fact, Luke's testosterone surged after fighting with the old master, and he desperately needed estrogen to neutralize it. In short, he got addicted and had that kind of urge.
Feng Shayan rolled her eyes with a charming expression and said, "I can't be bothered with you. Stay away from me. I can't take any more of your antics."
Feng Shayan kicked Luke with her jade-like foot, and Luke rolled backward as a result.
"Then you should rest well, I'll go get you something to eat."
After a whole night of commotion, first I fought with the old master, and then I spent three "503" hours messing around with Feng Shayan. It was almost dawn.
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At the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony, before Luke arrived, Xu San, Xu Si, Zhang Chulan, and Feng Baobao gathered together to discuss countermeasures.
Xu San was the first to speak, saying worriedly, "Why don't Bao Bao and the others just forfeit? With Luke's strength, even with Bao Bao's help, the chances of victory are slim. What if we end up not winning the match but instead exposing Bao Bao's strength?"
Feng Baobao immediately started shaking her head, so much so that it almost left a blurry image.
"No, if I don't win this match, I won't be able to find out about my background from the old Taoist priest!"
For the first time, Feng Baobao, who had no desires or wants, revealed her needs, or rather, her desire was to find out about her origins.
Xu Si nodded and said, "Baby is right. Let's not think about withdrawing from the competition for now. We've come this far with so much hardship. How can we say we're out of strength at this last moment?"
Veins bulged on Xu San's forehead as he roared, "Xu Si, what time is it? You're still spouting your dirty jokes. Don't you know the seriousness of the matter?"
Feng Baobao nodded like a chick pecking at rice and said, "That's right, Xu Si. When I went to see you last time, that technician number eight sipped your food very quickly, it wasn't hard at all!"
Xu Si's face fell, and he immediately argued, "Baby, didn't we agree to keep this a secret? Besides, I wasn't in good shape that day. I had been out on missions for several days in a row, so I wasn't in my normal state at all."
Xu Si's behavior has always been a mix of the unconventional and the morally ambiguous, but his relationship with Technician No. 8 is not that of a customer and a client. To be precise, Technician No. 8 is Xu Si's ex-girlfriend, his ex-girlfriend from college.
Although the shop where Technician No. 8 worked was a massage parlor, it was actually quite legitimate. However, Xu Si and Technician No. 8 were ex-boyfriends and girlfriends, and they had long been honest with each other. They just occasionally got together to take care of their physical needs.
Xu San really couldn't hold back anymore. Although he knew about Xu Si and Technician No. 8's past, Feng Baobao's involvement made him unable to tolerate it any longer.
"Xu Si, I can't take it anymore, go to hell!"
Xu San began punching and kicking Xu Si. Xu Si was unable to resist, or perhaps he was feeling guilty, and was quickly beaten black and blue.
Zhang Chulan stood to the side, utterly dejected, and weakly stretched out his hand.
"Hey, stop fighting! Weren't we discussing the competition? How did we end up fighting, and for such a ridiculous reason?"
Zhang Chulan has always been a virgin because of the cinnabar mark, and he can't even do things like raising the flag or rewarding himself. As soon as he has such thoughts, the restriction of the cinnabar mark will make him feel extremely uncomfortable. So although he has heard about this kind of knowledge, it is just hearsay and his knowledge reserves are very low.
At first, I didn't understand, but by the time I realized what was happening, Xu San and Xu Si were already fighting. I was filled with bitterness and jealousy.
That damned Xu Si, how could someone so weak have such an experience?
However, Zhang Chulan was always good at comforting himself, and soon thought that perhaps it was because of this experience that Xu Si had become so weak.
Unlike me, who has always remained chaste and full of energy because of the cinnabar mark, I am sure I will be full of vigor and vitality once I find a woman who truly loves me.
After the playful banter, Zhang Chulan finally expressed his opinion...
"Fourth Brother is absolutely right. There's no need to withdraw from the competition. If we continue, there's still hope. If we withdraw, there will be absolutely no hope left. And have you all thought about this: what is Luke's purpose in participating in the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony?"
With his comically swollen face, Xu Si said, "Is there any need to guess? Knowing Luke's personality, he's definitely looking for someone to fight!"
The company has a professional evaluation team. After Luke made a name for himself in the world of Inhumans, the company evaluated him.
The evaluation report was lengthy, but the final conclusion was that Luke was warlike, admired strength, enjoyed becoming stronger through battle, had no interest in the weak, and disdained to harm them.
Zhang Chulan continued his analysis: "Fourth Brother is right, but that's just the surface. His belligerence is just a facade; becoming stronger is his ultimate goal. I've learned a little about Luke's Chai-style body-strengthening technique. Unlike other body-strengthening techniques in the world of superhumans, it requires constantly challenging one's limits to gradually break through and make one's body grow stronger like tempered steel. So fighting is just a formality; becoming stronger is his true purpose."
"Given the strength Luke has demonstrated, in the entire Longhu Mountain, and even the entire world of supernatural beings, the only one who could possibly meet his request is my master."
3.3 Xu San asked with some doubt: "But what does this have to do with what we're discussing? Even if your analysis is correct, if he wins first place in the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony and obtains the right to inherit the Heavenly Master, wouldn't he be able to have a good fight with the old Heavenly Master and naturally become stronger?"
Xu San didn't understand, but Xu Si had already figured out the problem and his eyes lit up.
"Good lad, you're really smart. No wonder your father entrusted the baby to you."
Then Xu Si turned to Xu San and explained, "Xu San, you don't understand what Chu Lan means. Chu Lan means that Luke has no interest in the position of Celestial Master and will not become a Taoist. No matter what the outcome of the competition is, Chu Lan will be the winner."
Xu San seemed to have grasped some clues, but things were still somewhat unclear.
Chapter 97: One Person's Story: The Final Round of the Luo Tian Grand Ceremony
Seeing that Xu San still didn't understand, Zhang Chulan patiently explained.
Did you feel the commotion at Longhu Mountain last night?
Xu San and Xu Si nodded. Lu Jin used the Tongtian Talisman as bait to set up a trap at Longhu Mountain, aiming to lure the Quanxing people into a trap and wipe them out in one fell swoop. Moreover, judging from Hu Jie's incident, the four madmen of Quanxing have already arrived at Longhu Mountain, which means that Lu Jin's plan has worked. Xu San and Xu Si were sent by the Na Du Tong Company to control the overall situation in order to cooperate with Lu Jin's plan.
So last night, they were naturally at Longhu Mountain and sensed the commotion there.
Xu San and Xu Si also asked the Old Celestial Master, but the answer they always received was that the Old Celestial Master had misdirected his Qi and made a mistake.
Zhang Chulan said with a solemn expression, "If I'm not mistaken, the commotion last night was caused by Luke and Master fighting."
Xu San frowned and said, "So that's how it is. I think I understand. You mean that the Old Master and Luke made a deal, and last night's battle was the Old Master completing a deal with Luke."
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