Chapter 507: Chapter 506: Kuangyun City, The Four Leaders
Seeing Shi Xiaole still deep in thought, Ai Wenhong laughed and said, "Brother Shi, you must be worried that if the news leaks, it would bring about the pursuit of the Xiahou Clan and Tianyuan Association. In that case, you can rest assured."
"How so?"
"The Xiahou Clan has many spies in my Ai Family. As soon as their high-level experts take action, they won’t be able to hide from us. Besides, across from Kuangyun City is Kuanghai City, where members of the Xiahou Clan also reside. Once we get there, they dare not break any rules, or they’ll disregard the major sects. As for the Tianyuan Association, they’re now at their wits’ end and have no time to bother about you."
Only after Shi Xiaole thoroughly questioned did he realize that half a year ago, the Spring Night Hell and Tianyuan Association united to annihilate the Xuanmen, but not all the high-level experts of the Xuanmen were wiped out.
During this time, some Xuanmen experts secretly united many mortal enemies of these two major forces, hid in the dark, and specifically attacked the branches of the two major forces, and major figures in the Martial World.
It was said that the effect was significant, causing both major forces to be filled with thunderous fury.
Unfortunately, the Xuanmen experts acted separately and left no trace, making them difficult to catch. So now, these two major forces were very troubled, discussing countermeasures every day and were too preoccupied with their own issues.
"I see."
Shi Xiaole chuckled.
In fact, even without this matter, he didn’t fear the hunt from the Xiahou Clan and Tianyuan Association at all.
After mastering the Yi Sword Skill, Shi Xiaole’s ability to sense had reached the level of the Divine Barrier Realm. This meant that he was even more sensitive to detection than before, able to detect the presence of enemies faster than them, and evade them in advance.
Unless, the person taking the shot had also reached the spiritual power of the Divine Barrier Realm.
But Shi Xiaole didn’t believe that the Xiahou Clan or the Tianyuan Association possessed a top-notch expert of such level.
"Well then, since it’s a bit boring here, I might as well go with you for a bit of see and learn."
Shi Xiaole laughed.
"That’s great."
Seeing Shi Xiaole nodding, Ai Wenhong was cheered up. He always felt more at ease with Shi Xiaole around for some unknown reason.
The next morning, four figures set off from the secret mountain path of Wanhua City, leaving the Ai Family behind.
As for the Crown Sword Marquis and Yang Feng, they had left two days after meeting with Shi Xiaole. The Crown Sword Marquis continued his journey in the Martial World, while Yang Feng returned to his master to continue learning swordsmanship.
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Across the vast mountains, four figures shuttled through, leaving behind faint traces of one green and three white streaks in the sky.
It was Shi Xiaole, Ai Wenqian, Ai Wenhong, and Ai Wenqing.
"We have been walking for seven days. We should be close now, right?"
Ai Wenhong said, unable to hide his excitement.
In Kuangyun City, everything is decided by the younger generation, and the older generation experts are not allowed to intervene. Whether it’s a mule or a horse, one’s true nature will be revealed after spending a few days there.
Many large sects send their disciples in to test their mettle and to offer them training.
The fact that any disciple who achieves outstanding results in Kuangyun City ultimately attracts the attention of his sect, and even many take the position of Sect Master, is proof enough.
Therefore, for self-confident young people, it is both a brutal battleground and the best place to showcase their skills.
Ai Wenhong also pleaded for a long time before gaining his grandfather’s agreement to follow Ai Wenqing and Ai Wenqian. He had secretly decided that he had to make a significant achievement to stop being underestimated by those uncles and aunts of his!
Half a two-hour period passed.
From afar, Shi Xiaole saw numerous mountains shining with various colors. Some were glowing red as if there was a fire burning inside, some were completely dark blue, the surface frosted with icy chill. Others were half red and half blue, with colors constantly changing, looking very gorgeous.
"In Kuangyun City, there are many peculiar mines. The quality of the ores inside is much higher than other places. Also, the unusual environment has created some powerful spiritual herbs. However, whether it’s ore or spiritual herbs, the quantities are scarce and can’t last for long."
Ai Wenqing said, not knowing if he was intending to explain this to Shi Xiaole.
"I see."
Shi Xiaole got it pretty quickly.
According to Ai Wenqing, the environment of the mountain, while strange, was within the normal range. Hence, the ores and spiritual herbs that it produced were only considered precious in general terms.
The major sects sending experts particularly to vie for these treasures seemed a bit of an overkill, but they were also too precious not to be bothered. That’s when some smart people suggested using disciples to fight for the treasures, an idea that has been in use till now, hence the existence of Kuangyun City and Kuanghai City.
The Kuangyun City was huge and heavily guarded. After Ai Wenqing revealed his identity, the four entered the city without any trouble.
"Wenqian, Wenhong, I’ve been waiting for you for a long time."
On the street, a youth looking like Ai Wenqing was smiling at Ai Wenqian and Ai Wenhong.
Next to the youth stood a straight-nosed, white-skinned foreign woman, who was also smiling at the coming four.
"Brother."
The youth happened to be the oldest in the Wen-generation of the Ai Family, Ai Wenxiang.
"Brother has heard about what you guys did. Well done, the future of the Ai Family is in your hands."
Ai Wenxiang patted his younger siblings on the shoulder, laughing heartily. Then he turned to Shi Xiaole, "This must be the famous Young Master Shi, whose name is known throughout Shuntian Capital. Even though I live in Kuangyun City, I’ve admired you for a long time."
"It’s just some minor fame, not worth mentioning. Brother Ai, you’re too kind."
Shi Xiaole replied.
"Minor fame? In that case, why don’t you immediately declare to the Martial World that you deny the ranking given to you by the Divine Strategy Academy?"
A mocking laughter echoed from the wine shop nearby.
Shi Xiaole turned his gaze towards the sound, only to see a neutral-faced youthful woman pouring a cup of wine, her face with a mocking and ice-cold expression.
The aura within her had surprisingly reached the seventh level of the Dragon Gate Realm, surging like a river ocean. Basked in the first floor of the tavern, the entire space seemed a little bit oppressive.
"Be careful, she is the chief disciple of Heavenly Inquiry Sect, Mo Changqing."
Ai Wenqian quietly transmitted a message to remind Shi Xiaole.
Currently, there are four leading figures in Kuangyun City. All of them are chief disciples from major superior forces, and Mo Changqing is one of them.
On the way, Shi Xiaole had heard from Ai Wenqing that this woman was extraordinary in strength and was a cynic who despised hypocritical people the most.
Could it be that his polite words were seen as hypocrisy in her eyes?
Shi Xiaole didn’t know whether to laugh or cry, but he didn’t respond.
"Mo Changqing, you are too self-righteous! You rank only nineteenth among the top fifty geniuses. This top genius surely doesn’t think highly of you."
A mocking voice came from the end of the street. The person had a powdered complexion, long and narrow eyes, wore a silk and pink dress, and possessed a strong powdery smell.
"He is the chief disciple of the Haichao Sect, Ye Lanzhi."
Ai Wenqian’s voice rang out once again.
Ye Lanzhi, one of the four leaders, is adept at flying skills and hidden weapons. Though his strength ranks last among the four leaders, he is the most dangerous.
"What did you say, ladyboy?"
Mo Changqing slapped the table and stood up. Under her slap, the square table collapsed instantly like sand and turned into the finest particles.
"Five degrees of Gold True Intent."
Shi Xiaole’s pupils contracted slightly.
If you divide the ten degrees of true intent into ranks, one to three degrees is low-level true intent, four to six degrees is intermediate intent, seven to nine degrees is high intent, and ten is perfect intent.
Don’t underestimate this level division.
The leap from low-level true intent to intermediate intent is a big hurdle that traps numerous experts. In the martial world, most of the Dragon Gate Realm ninefold masters can grasp at most five levels of a superior true intent, or even less.
Mo Changqing, who is not yet forty years old, has grasped five degrees of top true intent. Given her talent, she might already be stronger than most of the Dragon Gate Realm ninefold experts.
"Your little tricks can’t scare me or intimidate Shi Bangshou!"
Ye Lanzhi yelled out loud.
Shi Xiaole frowned upon hearing this.
This sycophant, with the mind of a troublemaker, was openly boasting about himself but was, in fact, continually generating hatred for himself.
"You’ll find out soon enough whether you’re scared or not."
A shadow flashed.
Accompanied by a loud noise, Mo Changqing and Ye Lanzhi instantly engaged in a brawl.
One had comprehended five degrees of Gold True Intent and the other had comprehended five degrees of Yin True Intent. The two figures quickly exchanged moves, swiftly launching hundreds of attacks before separating suddenly.
"Mo Changqing, if this continues, I will get serious."
Ye Lanzhi sneered.
With a snort, Mo Changqing didn’t make another move.
She was not an impulsive person. Otherwise, just based on her strength, she wouldn’t have become one of the four leaders. The previous fight was a simple learning experience.
Mo Changqing turned to look at Shi Xiaole, saying, "Everyone says you are incredibly gifted. So I guess it wouldn’t be too hard for you to take a swipe with my five-degree strength."
Geniuses have their pride; from the moment she saw Shi Xiaole, Mo Changqing could not help but want to test his strength.
On the streets of Kuangyun City, there are patrols and disciples from major superior martial factions passing by from time to time. Three great figures moving at the same time had already attracted countless people.
Hearing that the young man in the green outfit was the much-discussed Shi Xiaole, they were all very intrigued.
"Mo Changqing, what about your five degrees of power! If you dare, suppress your realm and fight fair and square with Shi Bangshou!"
Ye Lanzhi said righteously.
"Brother Ye, perhaps it’s time for your mouth to take a rest."
Even Ai WenXiang couldn’t tolerate it any longer; his expression gradually became stern.
He had already received a notification from his family, informed of Shi Xiaole’s relationship with the Ai Family. In his heart, Shi Xiaole was equivalent to half a member of the Ai family. How could he allow others to trap him?
Shi Xiaole was talented, but permitting him to fight against Mo Changqing now certainly wouldn’t give him any advantage. If they really followed Ye Lanzhi’s suggestion, chances are Mo Changqing would win.
So, Ai WenXiang quickly said, "Being a guest from afar, Senior Sister Mo, can you give me a little face?"
Mo Changqing said, "Of course I will save your face, but I won’t take back my words. Kid Shi, let me test your mettle."
As she finished speaking, she extended a palm with her five-degree strength.
Mo Changqing had no intention of suppressing her realm and fighting with Shi Xiaole. If she won, she would be accused of bullying the weak and being jealous of others’ fame. She was not that stupid.
A powerful palm pressure surged towards him, attempting to drill into every pore of Shi Xiaole. But under Mo Changqing’s astonishing control, Ai WenXiang and others behind Shi Xiaole felt nothing.
Ai WenXiang still didn’t make a move in the end.
He knew her temper. One move was already Mo Changqing’s bottom line. If he intervened again, it would really escalate, and it would be hard to deal with.
His gaze fell on the young man in green. How would he respond?
