"I will train hard, especially if I can be like Master. Master may seem ordinary, but he is truly extraordinary. If he wished to become Patriarch of the Constellation Sect, it would be as easy as turning his hand. But what does Master do? He has no interest in the throne." Lu Beng recalled the old days, when the current Patriarch had asked Master Shi to take the Patriarch’s position, but Master declined, saying he did not want the burden of managing affairs—he only wished to act as the sect’s guardian should anyone dare disturb its peace."You’re right, Brother Beng. Patriarch Mu’s face was dark that day when he asked Master Shi to take over the sect.""From now on we’ll train diligently, Brother. And that pig belly of yours, Brother Wen, should really be trimmed down so it doesn’t slow your practice." Lu Beng poked it with his finger several times."This is an asset… Ah, never mind. Let’s stop arguing."The two of them fell silent. They lit a campfire and roasted the fish that Chen N

Feng Wuji was seen running desperately, with all his strength. Yet his leg was still brushed by the blue flames that could consume flesh."Aaaargh!" Feng Wuji roared, for he could see with his own eyes the fire devouring his leg from knee to shin.Grief and despair flooded him. Never had he imagined such a terrible fate, regret gnawed at his heart for offending someone who should never have been provoked.Meanwhile, inside the cave, Lu Beng was astounded by the flames erupting from his fourth brother’s body. The blue fire was visible to his eyes, burning anyone who dared approach. "Such extraordinary flames! I don’t know how Fourth Brother gained such a powerful guardian. Not only the crimson bird’s sword spirit, but this is even deadlier—just a touch, and anything will be reduced to ash. Even flesh turns to dust in the blink of an eye."Lu Beng looked closely at Chen Nian. "Perhaps Fourth Brother is truly a child of the gods—or even the reincarnation of a god himself—to possess such

"I am proud to gain high popularity, I am proud to be famous, especially to be praised by the sect. But I still have a problem I haven’t told you about—this is about my true origin, and it could trigger the exposure of my existence in this sect. If that really happens, many people will come after me. Until I truly become strong, I will continue to appear weak in front of others. Except when someone dares to harm my brothers, then I will surely harm them as well." Chen Nian explained in broad strokes, something he wished to avoid for now."Alright, if you ever need a place to share, then don’t hesitate to ask me for help!" A pat on the shoulder was given by Hong Lao. Now he understood a little of the reason behind this young man hiding his specialty from the examiners during the entrance test. There was something extraordinary still hidden away. Of course, he would also do his best to protect it and later find what could be bartered with victory stars once they returned to the sect.Ch

Slash!Another strike slipped through and cut down a target. A scream echoed once more from the front. One more fell with a single slash."Damn it, don’t split up. We have to stay together!" one of the eight remaining shouted. Panic was written on their faces. How could it not? The shadow of death loomed heavily over them."He’s far stronger than us. Even though we outnumber him, against someone who is skilled in fighting in darkness, we are bound to lose!" His trembling voice betrayed his fear."Fool! Do not be afraid. If he shows himself, just slash at him immediately! Don’t spread unnecessary panic," one of them barked, stepping up to act as the leader, trying to restore order.From atop a massive boulder, Chen Nian gazed down at the group of chickens trapped in a cage. If he wanted to feast, he could do so anytime. But he bided his time, waiting to see whether reinforcements would arrive. With his current strength, as long as no clan elders appeared, as long as it was mere discipl

Chen Nian assumed a vigilant stance in case there were still people hiding around. After five breaths passed, Chen Nian circulated his spiritual sense to make sure once more. "It seems only these two were pursuing." The young man approached Princess Xia, who lay covered with a blanket. Fortunately, she had met a good person—otherwise? She would have already been devoured. The innocence of a man sometimes helps a woman escape from the torment of her heart. Chen Nian rekindled the campfire so the woman wouldn’t get cold. Then he looked at her face. "So pitiful… what kind of fate does she have, that she has twice been captured by people dressed in black?" Until morning came, Chen Nian did not sleep. He sat atop a tree without closing his eyes, scanning the surroundings and keeping watch until the woman regained consciousness from her faint. "Ugh! My head feels so dizzy!" Her hand reached to touch her head and gently massaged it. "Oh, what happened to me?" Her face looked con