Building a long-lasting family lineage starting with genealogy

Chapter 469 The Arrival of the Crow Daoist, Green Leaf Sword Sect (8k, Requesting Monthly Tickets!)

The Kuru-in Academy.

Xu Dezhao and his two grandsons came to pay their respects to Xu Chuan.

“Grandfather, Wenjing has returned from his ten-year travels and has come to pay his respects.”

Xu Chuan smiled and looked at the three of them, "Ten years of peaceful life, that's hardly a test."

This statement came out.

Xu Chonghui and Xu Dezhao felt a jolt in their hearts.

"However, it is a good thing that Wenjing can start refining weapons again."

If anyone applies again after this, you need to develop a strict plan and provide a reward.

If you are unsure about anything, you can consult with Mingyuan.

"Yes, grandfather."

Xu Dezhao nodded.

"Have you grasped the true meaning of supernatural powers?" Xu Chuan asked Xu Wenjing.

Xu Wenjing said, "My grandson is practicing the Fire Emperor's Great Handprint Divine Power from the Fire Emperor Scripture."

Over the past decade, I have occasionally gained insights.

Now, the rudimentary form of supernatural power has been achieved.

Xu Chuan's expression remained unchanged; he simply said, "As the pride of my clan..."

The only path is to cultivate supernatural powers and form the core.

This is your reward for your mission on this journey.

With a flick of his sleeve, two cyan porcelain bottles and a piece of fire-elemental metal emitting a special aura appeared in the air.

"The porcelain bottle contains the 'Precious Body Pill.' These two bottles, combined with the body-refining method, are enough to allow your physical body to reach the peak of the second tier within one or two years."

As for this piece of Fiery Gold, it is a low-grade innate spiritual object of the fire element, and I will also give it to you to help you comprehend the true meaning of supernatural powers.”

A hint of joy flashed in the eyes of both Xu Dezhao and Xu Chonghui.

Xu Wenjing immediately cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Ancestor."

"Okay, you can leave now."

Xu Dezhao then led the two away.

"It seems that my grandfather was not angry that he was able to bestow a primordial spiritual object. However, he will need to be more strict with the ten-year travel mission from now on."

Then they would undergo trials of life and death.

“Father is right.”

At this point, Xu Chonghui said to Xu Wenjing, "Jing'er, go back and visit your wife and children first."

After that, I stayed at home to immerse myself in meditation and improve my physical body.

Over the past decade, Chongfei and Chongjian have caught up in terms of cultivation.

Especially those who advocate non-revolutionary ideology.

Last year, he reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, and as for the rudimentary form of supernatural powers, he had already achieved it.

I asked Ye Fan, and it seems that it has reached more than 70%.

"At most five years, he will be able to achieve supernatural powers and form a nascent soul."

Xu Wenjing's pupils contracted slightly. "Both of the two prototypes of true meaning are more than 70% complete?"
Chong Fei's talent is truly terrifying!

"Chong Fei was born in Tiannan and received top-notch training from birth. In addition, he had a great fortune in the Innate Secret Realm."

This progress is normal.

I've heard Deling mention that his good fortune is something even Nascent Soul cultivators would envy.

It can be said that if he doesn't perish in the future, his path to the Nascent Soul stage will be smooth sailing.

Xu Dezhao remarked with emotion.

"What about Chongjian?" Xu Wenjing couldn't help but ask.

"Chongjian's cultivation has just entered the ninth level of Foundation Establishment, but his understanding of the true meaning of swordsmanship seems to be close to 70%."

He even cultivated the "White Emperor Sword Technique" in the "Golden Emperor Scripture" and comprehended the true meaning of the metal element.

The true meaning of this is not entirely clear.

Upon hearing this, Xu Wenjing said, "Compared to them, my title of prodigy is truly undeserved."

"You are indeed inferior in terms of comprehension, but in terms of physical talent, aside from your son Jingwu..."

You are the eldest in my clan.

"Where is Elder Ye Fan?"

“His physical talent is indeed quite good, but my grandfather once said that he is still slightly inferior to you.”

Xu Dezhao said, "You have this talent, plus your talent for weapon crafting. If you make good use of it..."

Your future status in the Xu family will be no lower than your great-aunt's.

Xu Wenjing seemed to understand. "Grandson understands. I will not give up either body refinement or weapon forging."

When my great-aunt has time, I will ask her for guidance on weapon crafting techniques.

"You'll probably have to wait a while," Xu Dezhao said with a wry smile. "De Ling has already returned to Tianzhu Sect."

"Only after the teleportation arrays of our Yunxi City and Tianzhu City are connected can travel between them conveniently."

"So sudden?"

"She was originally a disciple of the Heavenly Forging Sect. Unless we break with the Heavenly Forging Sect, we cannot keep her."

Moreover, Deling is a person who respects his teachers and values ​​the Way.

As long as the Heavenly Forging Sect doesn't become an enemy of our Xu family, she won't abandon us.

"It seems that joining other sects is not all a good thing."

"Back then, the Xu family could only avoid some crises by relying on these powerful forces."

It also allows them to go further on their respective paths of expertise.

As for the future
"It all depends on Grandfather's decision."

Xu Dezhao did not say much.

Xu Wenjing returned to his courtyard and saw his wife, Xu Jingyan, and several of his children.

After a few days of leisure, he began his secluded spiritual practice.

The Xu family has bestowed upon him valuable resources, and he certainly cannot let his family down.

Several months have passed in the blink of an eye.

Little Crow returned to Xu Chuan's side.

By this time, it was already more than a person tall, with wingspans reaching over ten feet, and its entire body covered in dark blue feathers.

The edges of the feathers were as sharp as blades, gleaming with a cold light.

Xu Mingshu was also with them.

Upon seeing Xu Chuan, it rushed over joyfully, then with a flash of light, it shrank to half a foot tall and stopped on his shoulder.

Xu Chuan stretched out his finger and tapped its head.

"Father, Little Crow is growing very fast and is already in the mid-stage of the second tier."

It won't be long before I can enter the late stage of the second tier.

Despite its young age, it is no less powerful than any late-stage second-tier demon beast.

Moreover, it is quite unruly; if I'm not careful, it will wreak havoc on other monsters and freeze them into ice blocks.

"Father, you should discipline them yourself."

Xu Mingshu said with a hint of helplessness.

"Is it that intelligent?" Xu Chuan looked at Han Ya. "Little guy, you're really naughty."

Since you want to stay here, then stay here.

As he spoke, he looked at Xu Mingshu again, "I asked Mingxian to make an artifact that allows it to enter and exit freely."

Given my dull nature, and its temperament, I imagine it will inevitably go out and cause a ruckus.

Inside the Xu residence.

Let alone second-tier demonic beasts, even if a fully transformed great demonic beast came, it wouldn't be able to wander around freely.

The little jackdaw was much quieter here.

Just as Xu Chuan had suspected, he had been deliberately causing trouble.

Half a month later.

A middle-aged Taoist priest in a gray robe arrived in Yunxi City.

"Is this Yunxi City? I heard from Fellow Daoist Yanlong that this city was only established a little over twenty years ago."

It's incredible that it has developed to this extent in such a short time.

It already resembles those major cultivation cities in the southern region.

The gray-robed Taoist priest obediently entered the city gate, and everything in Yunxi City was in perfect order.

Ordinary people, cultivators, and martial artists are all commonplace.

But there was no conflict.

This surprised the gray-robed Taoist.

He traveled to many major cities of cultivation, but in every place, ordinary people were at the bottom of the social hierarchy.

They are hardly taken seriously by cultivators.

For cultivators at the second or third level of Qi Refining, their survival is not much different from that of ordinary people.

They were all struggling to survive.

"Does the Xu family's governance model require complete unification?"

I wonder if it's just a facade.

This Taoist priest is none other than the Crow Taoist.

He arrived as promised, but instead of rushing to see Xu Chuan, he leisurely strolled around Yunxi City.

One or two hours later.

Finally, they encountered a scene of a tyrannical Foundation Establishment cultivator bullying a Qi Refining cultivator.

However, that Foundation Establishment cultivator was clearly not very familiar with Yunxi City.

A team arrived shortly afterward.

After understanding the situation, the team leader looked at the Foundation Establishment cultivator and said, "According to the regulations of Yunxi City, you must compensate this person for his losses."

Otherwise, they will be subject to detention.

What if I say no?

"The rules were established by the Xu family. You can try to see what happens if you break them."

"I am a disciple of the Golden Core Elder of the Qingye Sword Sect of the Qingye Manor."

"Even members of the Xu family wouldn't dare to easily violate the city's regulations!"

"And what's more, you're an outsider."

"Are you a member of the Xu clan?"

The squad leader smiled slightly, "I am but a humble lad, Xu Jingping, a sixth-generation descendant of the Xu family."

These words immediately sparked a flurry of discussion among those around.

"Xu Jingping, I don't know which branch of the Xu family he comes from."

"No matter which lineage they belong to, they are not people that outsiders can afford to offend."

Curious, the Taoist Crow asked, "Don't you know which branch of the Xu family he belongs to?"

“The Xu family has always been mysterious. If he hadn’t said anything before, I would have thought he was just an ordinary guard of the Xu family.”

"Yes, who would have thought that the prestigious Xu family would have its members patrolling the streets?"

"Let alone us, even among the four major families in the outer city of Yunxi City, probably not many people in the clan know the truth."

“That’s quite interesting.” The Crow Taoist’s eyes gleamed slightly.

"Right? The Xu family is the most cautious family I've ever met."

The middle-aged Foundation Establishment cultivator possessed the strength of a fully established Foundation Establishment cultivator, but he was wary of the Xu family and dared not act recklessly here.

He was accompanying his master on his travels here.

"Xu Jingping, I'll remember you. He was assigned to patrol, so his status is just average."

In a few days, I will make you apologize to my face!

He paid the spirit stones and quickly disappeared into the crowd.

Xu Jingping didn't take it seriously, handed the spirit stones to the Qi Refining cultivator, and then waved his hand, saying, "Everyone, disperse."

The crowd quickly dispersed.

The Taoist priest stared at his back for a while, then went to look elsewhere.

At a shop, he called over the waiter to inquire about the situation in Yunxi City.

The shopkeeper, holding a spirit stone in his hand, smiled and said, "Senior, you made the right choice coming to Yunxi City."

In my opinion, Yunxi City is definitely the most stable and most suitable city for immortal cultivation to settle down in.

If one has the interest and the financial means, one can certainly purchase a cave dwelling.

Then, he introduced the Tianling Sect, saying, "The sect leader of the Tianling Sect is the personal disciple of the Supreme Elder of the number one weapon-refining sect in Tiannan."

There is a huge artifact workshop nearby, and the cultivators in the city want to buy magical artifacts.

That's definitely the top choice.

Auctions are held from time to time, featuring magical artifacts passed down from the Tianling Sect.

"If you want to buy materials from demon beasts, it would be best to go to the East District, which is close to the Azure Dragon Mountain Range."

Many members of demon-hunting teams live there; they sell their hunted or gathered spiritual herbs there.

Fifteen minutes later.

The Taoist told the waiter to go about his business.

He was pondering the matter of Yunxi City.

The resources here are not abundant for Daoist Ya, but the Xu family relies on many arrangements.

There are also towering meditation towers.

It has attracted countless people to flock to it.

The waiter highly recommended Dengxian Pavilion.

Almost all the items inside are of high quality, including pills, artifacts, arrays, and talismans.

Auctions are held periodically.

Of course, none of them were very large in scale, and they were all aimed at Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment.

But precisely because of this, countless talented people went there.

After all, Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment cultivators are the foundation of cultivation cities.

More than an hour later.

The Crow Taoist went to the inner city.

That protective formation seemed even stronger than the outer city's, and was already very close to a fourth-order formation.

Even if he goes all out, he probably won't be able to break through in a few moves.

Therefore, he could only enter the city according to the rules.

After he announced his name, the city guard captain was immediately taken aback, then laughed and said, "Senior is the Crow Taoist."

The Xu family gave instructions a month ago: if anyone encountered Senior Crow, they should immediately send a message and then bring the senior to the Xu family.

The Taoist priest nodded slightly. "Then lead the way."

"You all stay here, I'll be right back."

"Yes, Captain."

"The inner city is much quieter than the outer city. Why doesn't the Xu family open the inner city to the public?"

The city garrison captain smiled and said, "This junior does not know."

Although the inner city is a bit deserted, it has all the necessary items and is not lacking in cultivation resources.

If there is any other need, those within the inner city may freely leave.

The two chatted idly and soon arrived at the gate of the Xu residence.

The Crow Daoist had already extended his divine sense, wanting to explore the Xu residence, but was blocked by the great formation.

"The outer city, the inner city, and the Xu family mansion's formations should all be the work of one person."

It seems the Xu family has a highly skilled master of formations!

The city guard captain said to the guards at the gate, "This is Senior Crow, whom the clan has appointed."

The guards immediately became respectful, "Senior Crow, please come in."

The city guard captain bid farewell to the Taoist priest.

The Crow Daoist laughed and said, "Fellow Daoist, you've chatted with me all the way. Consider this spirit stone a token of my gratitude."

"A mid-grade spirit stone!"

The city guard captain quickly cupped his hands in thanks and said, "Then thank you very much, Senior Crow."

As Ya Daoren entered the gate, Xu Mingyuan happened to walk over at that moment.

"Elder." The guard immediately bowed.

Xu Mingyuan nodded and said to Daoist Ya, "Senior, my father is waiting for you. Please come with me."

Crow Daoist followed Xu Mingyuan to the Kurong Courtyard.

A rich spiritual energy permeated the entire Xu residence.

"The Xu family has quite a foundation; they should have more than one fourth-order spiritual vein."

but"

The Xu family compound was filled with array formations, so even his powerful divine sense had no use.

The Mysterious Array, the Divine Sense Isolation Restriction, the Defensive Array, and the Killing Array.
"The Xu family is too cautious, even in their own residence."

This was the first time that Daoist Ya had ever seen such a prestigious family.

He traveled for over a thousand years and visited many families of Nascent Soul cultivators.

But the Xu family, even after entering their mansion, seemed to be shrouded in mist, making it impossible to understand them.

The Kuru-in Academy.

"Father, the elder has arrived."

The Crow Taoist saw Xu Chuan under the withered tree.

His gaze then fell upon the crows in the tree.

It also built a nest in the tree.

Xu Chuan stood up, smiled, and cupped his hands in greeting, saying, "Greetings, senior."

"Is this Xiao Si?"

The Crow Master's gaze was fixed on the baby crow in the nest.

The little crow also looked on curiously.

It sensed a familiarity from the other person, but did not rush over.

Instead, it flew to Xu Chuan's shoulder.

“Go, that’s your father.”

The little crow was very intelligent; after nodding, it flew towards the Crow Taoist.

It stopped in front of it and cawed twice.

The Crow Taoist smiled and said, "That's right, would you like to come back with me?"

Xu Chuan seemed not to hear.

Quack quack~
The little crow shook its head and flew back to Xu Chuan's shoulder.

Daoist Ya sighed softly, "Fellow Daoist Xu's methods are truly remarkable."

It actually transformed it completely into an extremely cold body.

His bloodline seems to have improved; among my offspring, he is now the strongest.

"Xu is optimistic about Xiao Hanya's future and naturally devotes himself to nurturing him."

The crow Taoist's eyes gleamed.

The surroundings fell silent. He glanced casually at the deep pool not far away.

A short while later.

He sighed and said, "It's good that Xiao Si is alive. No matter what, I still owe you a favor."

These are the "Yang Bodhi" and Bodhi vines I promised you.

The Taoist priest took out the agreed-upon item and handed it to Xu Chuan.

Xu Chuan accepted it with a smile, without any refusal.

"If you encounter any difficulties, you may come to Flame Raven Valley to find me," said Raven Daoist.

"Thank you, senior." The little raven's bloodline attributes have completely transformed, and even if Daoist Raven takes it back, he will not be able to raise it in Flame Raven Valley.

Since the Xu family has gone to great lengths to save him, they will naturally do their best to nurture him.

Moreover, in his view, the Xu family's conditions and foundation were already far superior to those of ordinary Nascent Soul cultivators.

“Fellow Daoist from the Deep Pool, please come out openly. Since I have entrusted my offspring to you, why would I take action against the Xu family?”

As the deep pool splashed, Mo Yue burst out and landed beside Xu Chuan.

"How should I address you, fellow Daoist?"

"Moyue."

Xu Chuan smiled and said, "It's rare for a senior to come here, so please stay at my Xu family's house for a few days."

It would be good to spend some time with the little raven.

The Crow Taoist thought for a moment and nodded, "This king will humbly comply."

Xu Chuan nodded to Little Crow, "Go on, spend these next few days with your father."

The little crow immediately flew to the crow Taoist's shoulder and affectionately nuzzled his face.

"He's closer to you than to me."

"After all, Xu watched him being born and spent every day with him."

However, since the senior is related to him by blood, he will surely become familiar with him in no time.

Then, Xu Chuan took out a token and handed it to the Crow Daoist, saying, "This token is valid for seven days."

Within seven days, the senior can freely enter and exit the inner and outer city.

Of course, within the Xu family, guidance is still needed.

"enough."

The Taoist priest immediately took the little crow and left.

soon.

Mo Yue asked, "Aren't you afraid he'll take Little Crow away?"

“I have already formed a spirit beast contract with Little Crow, so he can naturally tell.”

Since it wasn't mentioned, it won't be done.

Moreover, he also knew that Xiao Hanya was treated better in my Xu family.

Instead, it was replaced by a fire crow with a powerful bloodline.

He estimated that he would do everything in his power, even at great cost, to bring the child back and train him.

"I hope it's as you say."

Mo Yue returned to the deep pool to cultivate, and Xu Mingyuan also clasped his hands in a fist salute and left.

The Crow Taoist took Little Cold Crow for a stroll in Yunxi City, and sometimes he would take it to the Azure Dragon Mountains to hunt monsters.

a few days later.

The Taoist priest has not returned, but a new guest has come to visit.

It was the middle-aged Foundation Establishment cultivator who had clashed with Xu Jingping in the outer city not long ago.

Accompanying him was an old Taoist priest with an air of otherworldly wisdom, carrying a long sword with a silver-white scabbard.

The Xu Family Hall.

Xu Mingyuan and Xu Dezhao hosted the two.

"My name is Xia Changyun, from the Qingye Sword Sect. This is my worthless disciple, Zhang Xiao."

I took this opportunity to visit Yunxi City while passing through the area.

"Fellow Daoist Xia, you are too kind. I am the First Elder of the Xu family, and this is my clan leader, Xu Dezhao."

"I, Xia, have met Fellow Daoist Xu and Clan Chief Xu."

Zhang Xiao also bowed slightly.

"Yunxi City is bustling and prosperous, and few cities in my Qingye Prefecture can match it."

This shows that the Xu family is well-managed.

"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. My Xu family is unworthy of such praise."

"Fellow Daoist Xia, are you traveling through the Northwest with your disciples?"

"To travel all of them would take far too long; it would only involve following a certain route."

After leaving Yunxi City, I planned to return to Qingye Prefecture.

Xu Mingyuan's eyes flickered slightly, and he smiled, saying, "Could it be that Fellow Daoist Xia has come specifically for my Xu family?"

Xia Changyun's pupils contracted slightly. "Friend Xu, you have a keen insight."

I've heard that the Xu family has produced many outstanding talents.

More than ten years ago, a disciple of the Xu family challenged Xuan Yue with his sword and was almost never defeated.

Our Qingye Sword Sect primarily focuses on sword cultivation.

"I've come to seek your guidance and hone my disciple's skills."

"I see." Xu Mingyuan looked Zhang Xiao up and down upon hearing this.

Although the other party had reached the Foundation Establishment stage, he felt that he had also grasped the rudiments of the true meaning of supernatural powers.

But in Xu Mingyuan's heart, such a person was no match for Xu Chongjian.

Just as Xu Mingyuan was about to speak.

Zhang Xiao clasped his hands in greeting to Xu Mingyuan and said, "Senior Xu, I have been traveling in the outer city these past few days."

I've heard that the Xu family has a son named Xu Jingping, who seems to be quite a genius.

"Would it be possible for me to spar with him?"

“Jing Ping?” Xu Dezhao said in surprise, “He is only at the seventh level of Foundation Establishment, which is not suitable for you.”

"This junior may seal his cultivation and fight him."

Do the two have a grudge against each other?
Xu Dezhao also noticed something amiss and was about to refuse again.

Xu Mingyuan replied, "Fellow Daoist Xia and his disciples have come from afar; how could my Xu family refuse to grant their request?"

"Send someone to summon Jingping, Chongkai, and Chongjian."

Xu Dezhao paused for a moment, then nodded and sent a message to the three of them.

Before long, the three of them arrived at the hall.

"Greetings, Elder and Clan Chief."

All three bowed respectfully.

Xia Changyun looked at Xu Chongkai, while Zhang Xiao stared at Xu Jingping with a cold glint in his eyes.

Xu Jingping's pupils contracted slightly when he saw Zhang Xiao, but he didn't say anything.

"Young friend, you are Xu Chongjian?"

Xu Chongkai shook his head.

Xu Mingyuan said with a smile, "He is Chongjian's elder brother, and the one on the left is Xu Chongjian."

Xia Changyun noticed Xu Chongkai because of the astonishing swordsmanship aura emanating from him.

As for Xu Chongjian, after more than ten years of arduous training, he has already tempered his sharpness and gives people a feeling of returning to simplicity.

Xia Changyun looked over in surprise, “His sharpness is restrained; he truly deserves to be called a sword genius who was famous throughout Xuan Yue City back then.”

Even with just a glance, he could see the difference between his disciple and himself.

"The Xu family has produced many outstanding talents; their reputation is truly well-deserved!"

He secretly thought.

Xu Mingyuan said, "Jingping, this young friend Zhang Xiao is the personal disciple of Elder Xia of the Qingye Sword Sect."

He wants to seal his cultivation and fight you. Are you willing to accept?

Xu Jingping looked at Zhang Xiao.

He despised such a petty and narrow-minded person.

but--

He cupped his hands and said, "Elder, although Jing Ping is mediocre, none of the Xu family disciples are afraid of fighting against someone of the same realm."

"very good."

"What do you think, Fellow Daoist Xia?"

"Since both of them are interested, there's no harm in having a competition."

"In that case, let's move to my Xu family's martial arts training ground."

We arrived at the training ground.

The guards and Xu family disciples who were there for a sparring match immediately bowed when they saw Xu Mingyuan and his group approaching.

There are several arenas in the martial arts arena.

They chose one of the empty rings.

Xia Changyun personally took action to seal the barrier, and then Zhang Xiao and Xu Jingping flew onto the arena.

The two sides clasped their hands in a fist salute.

"Fellow Daoist Xu, please."

Zhang Xiao's expression was calm, and his tone was indifferent.

Xu Jingping also looked directly at the other party: "Fellow Daoist Zhang, please."

From below the stage, Xu Chongkai, with a calm gaze, asked indifferently, "Second brother, who do you think will win?"

Xu Chongjian said, "Jingping barely qualifies as a genius in my Xu family."

However, their foundation is far superior to that of ordinary Nascent Soul sect disciples.

That guy named Zhang Xiao is the personal disciple of a Golden Core elder from the Nascent Soul Sect.

It seems unlikely that a winner will be determined.

Xu Chongkai did not press the matter further.

at this time.

On the arena, the two attacked almost simultaneously.

Zhang Xiao flipped his right hand, and a cyan longsword fell into his palm.

The sword's blade was clear and bright like water, with a faint blue light flowing around its tip; it was a magic weapon with a single pattern.

He raised his left hand at the same time, and a round, earthen-yellow shield hung beside him.

A faint light shone on the shield's surface, revealing it to be a magical artifact.

Xu Jingping was equally impressive.

He clenched his right hand, and a crimson longsword appeared out of thin air. The blade was thick and the flames flickered faintly on its edge.

With a wave of his left hand, a jet-black square shield appeared in front of him.

The shield was as thick as a mountain, exuding a sense of composure.

The two exchanged a glance and moved simultaneously.

Zhang Xiao shifted his feet, his figure swift as the wind, and thrust out his cyan longsword, the sword light like a bolt of lightning aimed straight for Xu Jingping's throat.

This sword strike was swift and precise, its momentum fierce; it was the Azure Wind Sword Technique he had painstakingly cultivated for many years.

Xu Jingping's gaze sharpened, and he slashed out with his crimson longsword, the blade flashing like fire, to meet the sword light.

clang--

Swords clashed, sparks flew.

The two men each took a step back, resulting in a draw.

Zhang Xiao raised an eyebrow, clearly somewhat surprised.

Although he didn't use his full strength in that sword strike, he still used seven-tenths of his power.

He wanted to test the other party's strength, but unexpectedly, the other party blocked his attack head-on.

"Not bad, you do have some skills."

He said calmly, and his sword aura changed. The cyan longsword transformed into countless sword shadows, enveloping Xu Jingping.

Azure Wind Sword Technique - Wind and Shadow Fill the Sky!
Xu Jingping remained expressionless, wielding his crimson longsword. The blade's light swirled around him like flames, deflecting each sword shadow.

His swordsmanship was expansive and powerful, a stark contrast to Zhang Xiao's agile swordsmanship.

Below the stage, Xu Chongkai nodded slightly: "Jingping's swordsmanship has become increasingly refined."

"Compared to his elder brother Jingwu, he is still far inferior."

"Jingwu is hailed as the current pride of our Xu family, who can compare to him?"

However, he seems to be away on a mission, and we haven't seen him for quite some time.

Do you know that his father, Wenjing, has returned from his travels?

Xu Chongjian turned his head to look.

"I knew you didn't care much. He received a reward from the ancestor and has already gone into seclusion to cultivate.

I've heard there will be a major breakthrough.

Xu Chongjian's eyes flashed with a sword-like light, but he did not speak.

"I plan to apply for a ten-year life-and-death travel experience in a while."

If they can return safely, they might even have a chance to achieve supernatural powers and form their core.

"Brother, take care of yourself."

"Well, don't focus solely on cultivation; remember to visit your mother often."

"I see."

During their conversation.

Zhang Xiao's sword moved faster and faster, the sword shadows becoming denser and denser, like a blue storm trapping Xu Jingping in the center.

But Xu Jingping remained as steadfast as a rock, unmoved by the howling storm.

"Your swordsmanship is indeed excellent."

Zhang Xiao suddenly spoke, his voice coming from within the shadow of the sword, "But if that's all there is to it, you will undoubtedly lose today."

Xu Jingping continued wielding his longsword, saying calmly, "But your swordsmanship is mediocre."

Your desire to challenge Chongjian is laughable.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiao's face turned cold, as if he had been provoked.

With a cold snort, the sword's momentum suddenly changed.

The countless sword shadows suddenly disappeared.

It transformed into a sharp and unparalleled sword light, piercing straight into Xu Jingping's heart!

This sword strike concentrated all his power, and its speed was astonishing, almost leaving no time for anyone to react.

Xu Jingping's pupils contracted slightly, but he remained calm.

With a wave of his left hand, the black shield instantly shifted to the side, blocking his path.

clang--

The sword struck the shield with a deafening roar.

The black shield trembled violently, yet it steadily blocked the sword strike.

Only a shallow sword mark remained on the shield.

Zhang Xiao frowned slightly, about to change his move, when Xu Jingping's counterattack arrived.

The crimson longsword swept out horizontally, and a blazing blade light, like a giant wave of fire, swept towards Zhang Xiao.

Zhang Xiao retreated swiftly, thrusting his cyan longsword seven times before barely managing to deflect the blade's edge.

Zhang Xiao's expression darkened slightly.

Xu Jingping has a shield-shaped magical artifact, so it won't be easy for Zhang Xiao to defeat him.

Moreover, Xu Jingping's swordsmanship is not weak either.

Zhang Xiao moved again and engaged Xu Jingping in battle.

The two exchanged blows, their swords flashing and clashing.

Zhang Xiao's sword technique is indeed stronger and more varied.

However, Xu Jingping's swordsmanship was steady and solid, and his defense was tight, making it difficult for him to find any openings.

Both of them possessed considerable spiritual power.

Xu Jingping's divine consciousness was born ahead of time, so in the late stage of Foundation Establishment, his divine consciousness was comparable to that of a fully established Foundation Establishment cultivator.

In addition, he had practiced the secret technique of manipulating consciousness.

Although his cultivation was only average, he was even more adept at wielding the two magical artifacts than Zhang Xiao.

Whether it's attacking or defending, it's just right.

In the blink of an eye, the two had fought over a hundred rounds.

Xia Changyuan stroked his beard as he watched, and commented with a faint smile: "Any late-stage Foundation Establishment disciple from the Xu family can easily control two one-pattern magic artifacts."

Xia admired him.

Legend has it that the True Lord of Withering and Glory wields twenty-eight magical treasures to form the Azure Dragon Sword Formation, possessing power comparable to that of a Nascent Soul cultivator.

If only I were lucky enough to see it.

Xu Mingyuan immediately declined: "My father has been in seclusion for several months and strictly forbids others from disturbing him."

I didn't dare to disturb you rashly.

"That's really a pity."

Xia Changyun said no more.

On the arena.

Zhang Xiao became increasingly alarmed as the battle progressed.

He had assumed that a member of the Xu family who was punished to serve as a patrol guard was just an ordinary member of the Xu clan.

He's not very capable.

However, despite suppressing his cultivation level to the same level as the other party, he was unable to defeat him for a long time.

If he only relied on his magical artifacts, he was confident he could win under my relentless attack.

However, Xu Jingping's swordsmanship was slightly weaker than his, but the difference was not significant.

Moreover, he is even better than him at manipulating magical artifacts.

In this way, the outcome between them hinges on the slightest difference.

He gritted his teeth, his sword strikes becoming increasingly fierce, but he still couldn't break through his opponent's defense.

“Fellow Daoist Xu, you are a genius, yet you have been assigned to patrol. This shows that you are not valued in the clan.”

You can join a sect.

With your talent, you will definitely be given special attention and training.

Hearing this, Xu Jingping almost burst out laughing.

"Fellow Daoist Zhang, are you trying to make me laugh so that I'll reveal a weakness?"

"What do you mean by this? I'm just speaking up for you."

"After the unexpected conflict last time, today's battle can be considered a case of 'no fight, no friendship'."

"You dare to come here and challenge me without even knowing anything about the Xu family? I can only say, who gave you such confidence!"

Xu Jingping transmitted his voice and said, "Besides, who told you that I am a genius of the Xu family?"

I am just an ordinary member of the Xu family.

You can't even beat me, yet you want to challenge my clan's sword prodigy.

It seems your former fellow disciples were all boastful and sycophantic, which is why you've become so arrogant and conceited.

Zhang Xiao was enraged and embarrassed.

However, this anger did not increase his chances of winning; on the contrary, he was almost injured by Xu Jingping taking advantage of the situation.

Another hundred or so rounds.

Xu Mingyuan smiled faintly at Xia Changyun, "If the two of them continue to fight like this, it will be difficult to determine a winner."

It would be better to let them drop the matter.

Chong Kai had also reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, matching Zhang Xiaoyou's cultivation level, allowing the two to give their all.

Xia Changyun frowned slightly, looked at the arena, and finally nodded.

Xu Mingyuan then ordered the two to stop fighting.

Zhang Xiao seemed unconvinced.

Xu Mingyuan said, "It's inevitable that I'll be unfair to you, young friend, when dealing with someone of a lower cultivation level."

"It would be better to fight Chongkai."

Zhang Xiao looked at Xu Chongkai, thought for a moment, and said, "This junior has no objection."

However, to avoid the previous situation, it would be better to agree not to use defensive magical artifacts in this battle.

The outcome will be decided solely by magic and supernatural powers.

Xu Dezhao looked surprised; he hadn't expected anyone to be so eager to get beaten up.

(End of this chapter)