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Those moves were really exciting to watch. Next time we have the chance, let's have a proper rematch.
As the red-haired youth spoke, he patted Baili Dongjun on the shoulder. His hand was as big as a fan, and he had a hearty smile on his face.
Asking for flowers
Looking at the lively scene before him and listening to the conversations of the crowd, Li Changsheng couldn't help but laugh.
His laughter was extremely hearty, as if carrying endless intoxication and carefree spirit, echoing in the air.
He shook the gourd in his hand, and wisps of wine aroma escaped from its mouth. The aroma swirled and twisted in the air, creating wondrous patterns.
Like some kind of ancient rune, it vanished in an instant, as if telling stories sealed away by time.
"It is a great pleasure to meet you all today. Seeing the vibrant and talented young generation like you fills me with joy."
However, I still have some trivial matters to attend to. There are so many mundane things in this world; there's never a moment of peace.
After saying that, he lightly touched the ground with his toes, and his whole body seemed to be walking on clouds. With a few light leaps, he disappeared from everyone's sight.
A gentle breeze swept past in the direction he left, leaving only a faint scent of wine in the air.
It seemed to be telling the story of his past presence here, and it also filled everyone with more imagination about this mysterious predecessor...
Chapter 305 Lei Meng Kills with Fawning Intent!
Lei Mengsha watched the old man's departing figure, pursed her lips, and muttered to herself:
"This old man comes and goes in a hurry, like a gust of wind, he's really unpredictable."
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried a touch of youthful casualness and unruliness, and was quickly drowned out by the bustling crowd on the slightly noisy street.
However, the moment that little muttering fell, Lei Mengsha's eyes suddenly lit up, "720!"
Like stars suddenly twinkling in the night sky.
He seemed to suddenly remember something extremely important, and his mind raced as he frantically searched through the dense crowd around him.
His eyes held a hint of anticipation and excitement, as if finding that person would resolve all the doubts in his heart.
Young Master Liu Yue, dressed in a moon-white robe, stood out conspicuously on the bustling street.
The robe was made of superior material, and it fluttered gently in the breeze like flowing moonlight, exuding a soft and elegant aura.
He wore a warm, smooth jade pendant at his waist, its intricate carvings shimmering softly in the sunlight, further enhancing his refined and otherworldly aura.
At this moment, he stood quietly on the side of the street, like a hermit immortal, watching everything that had just happened with a calm expression, as if the hustle and bustle of the world had nothing to do with him.
When Lei Mengsha caught sight of Young Master Liu Yue, his eyes widened even more, and his face immediately plastered with a fawning smile.
That smile was as radiant as a flower blooming in spring, making it impossible to resist.
He stepped forward in a few strides, moving as nimbly as a monkey, grabbed Liu Yue Gongzi's sleeve, and said urgently:
"Brother Liu, Brother Liu, you've finally arrived! I've been waiting for you!"
His voice was filled with undisguised excitement, like a child who had found a treasure.
“You’re well-informed; there’s nothing in Tianqi City that you don’t know.”
Lei Mengsha continued, her eyes full of anticipation, "You must know the test questions Mr. Li will use to accept his apprentices this time, right?"
Tell me quickly, so I can prepare. You know I'm eager to become Mr. Li's student; I can't miss this opportunity.
As he spoke, he shook Liu Yue Gongzi's sleeve, looking as if he were about to kneel down and beg.
Young Master Liu Yue frowned slightly, a barely perceptible hint of displeasure flashing across his face.
He dislikes people pulling and tugging at each other like that, as it seems extremely rude.
He gently brushed away Lei Mengsha's hand, his movements elegant yet somewhat distant.
However, considering that the two had known each other for a long time, he patiently said:
"Brother Lei, these exam questions were personally set by Mr. Li and have always been kept secret. How could I possibly know them?"
His voice was gentle, yet it carried an undeniable firmness. "Furthermore, this apprenticeship competition emphasizes fairness and impartiality. If Mr. Li finds out about your actions, it could cause you trouble, and you'd be losing more than you gain."
However, Lei Mengsha remained unconvinced. He acted as if he hadn't heard Young Master Liu Yue's advice and continued his persistent pursuit.
8. "Brother Liu, don't try to fob me off with that. I know you well enough to know that there's no news you can't find out in Tianqi City."
Just consider it a favor to me, brother. If you ever need my help in the future, don't hesitate to ask.
"I'll brave any danger, even going through fire and water!" he said, patting his chest with an air of absolute certainty.
Chapter 306 Insider Information on Lei Mengsha!
Young Master Liu Yue sighed helplessly, secretly marveling at Lei Mengsha's persistence.
He looked around, and seeing that no one was paying attention to them, he leaned closer to Lei Mengsha and whispered:
"Alright, alright, considering we've known each other, I'll tell you a thing or two. This apprenticeship competition is divided into inner and outer rounds."
The outdoor test assesses martial arts skills and adaptability, which is manageable. With your abilities, more practice will definitely give you a chance.
He paused slightly, his gaze becoming somewhat serious. "As for the inner arena, it tests one's mental state and comprehension level 17, which is much more difficult."
I'm not entirely sure about the specifics of the exam, but I know it's related to Mr. Li's philosophy of drinking and swordsmanship.
His voice was very low, as if he was afraid that others would hear the secret.
As Lei Mengshao listened to Young Master Liu Yue's story, his eyes shone brighter and brighter, like stars twinkling in the night sky, each word drawing his attention like a magnet.
As he listened, he nodded unconsciously, his face showing a mixture of sudden understanding and excitement.
It's as if I can already see the opportunity that's about to arrive.
After Young Master Liu Yue finally finished speaking, Lei Mengshao couldn't contain his excitement. He kept rubbing his hands together, as if he was ready to fight.
His voice trembled slightly with excitement: "Thank you, Brother Liu, thank you, Brother Liu."
Your words have been a great help! I'll go tell Wei Changxuan and the others the news right away, so everyone can share in the joy!
Before he could finish speaking, he had already turned around impatiently and ran towards the direction where Wei Changxuan and the others were. His steps were hurried, and he didn't even have time to wait for Young Master Liu Yue's response.
At that time, Wei Changxuan, Sikong Changfeng and their group were gathered together, with the campfire crackling and burning beside them, the leaping flames illuminating their faces.
They discussed the details of their encounter with Baili Dongjun with great enthusiasm, marveling at his extraordinary martial arts skills and unique charisma.
Everyone's eyes gleamed with longing for the legends of the martial arts world.
In addition, they were also discussing their plans for Tianqi City, how to gain a foothold in this bustling yet turbulent capital and make a name for themselves.
Lei Mengshao spotted them from afar. He was panting heavily, his chest heaving, and his forehead was covered in fine beads of sweat that shimmered in the afterglow of the setting sun.
As he ran, he shouted, "Brother Wei, Brother Wei, I have important news to tell you!" His voice echoed across the open field, attracting the attention of passersby.
Hearing the shouts, everyone turned around and their eyes all turned to Lei Mengshao.
Their eyes were filled with doubt, wondering what news could have made Lei Mengshao so eager.
Lei Mengshao finally ran to the front of the crowd, put his hands on his knees, bent over and gasped for breath, trying to calm himself down.
After a long while, he straightened up, composed himself, and recounted in detail the exam questions he had heard from Young Master Liu Yue.
Every word was spoken clearly and forcefully, as if afraid of missing any crucial information.
Finally, he added earnestly, "I think we might be able to look after each other in the future; we've all shared a life-or-death bond."
That's why I rushed over to tell you all; I can't let you all suffer losses in this matter.
Chapter 307 The Exam Begins!
Upon hearing Lei Mengshao's words, everyone was stunned at first, their expressions instantly freezing, as if their brains hadn't had time to process this sudden news.
But just a moment later, they burst into hearty laughter.
Sikong Changfeng laughed so hard he almost fell over. He strode forward and patted Lei Mengshao's shoulder forcefully, his hand radiating warmth and enthusiasm.
"Brother Lei, you are truly our lucky star! Your news came at just the right time!"
"If I had known you and Young Master Liu Yue had this relationship, we should have prepared ten jars of the finest wine and chosen an auspicious day to pay you a visit!"
As he spoke, he shook the gourd in his hand, the wine gleaming with a captivating golden light under the setting sun, as if it too were cheering for this good news.
Wei Changxuan's smile gradually faded, replaced by a solemn expression.
He stepped forward, clasped his hands in a fist salute, and bowed deeply to Lei Mengshao, his attitude sincere and earnest: "Brother Lei's actions are truly a timely help, relieving our urgent crisis!"
"If it weren't for your timely trip and crucial news, we'd still be completely clueless about tomorrow's competition, not knowing what to do."
He straightened up slightly, his gaze firm and profound, and continued:
"Now that we know the outer court focuses on testing adaptability, while the inner court emphasizes mental fortitude, we finally have a direction to strive for."
I feel much more at ease now.
This seemingly simple information is actually invaluable, illuminating the path for our preparations. We will remember Brother Lei's kindness!
As soon as he finished speaking, Wei Changxuan slowly turned his head and looked towards the misty back mountain of the academy in the distance.
The mountains, shrouded in mist, appeared indistinct and dreamlike, as if harboring countless secrets and challenges.
At this moment, the purple lightning on the scabbard at his waist suddenly trembled slightly, as if echoing the turmoil in his master's heart.
A gentle breeze stirred his hair, and his clothes fluttered softly in the wind.
"Please relax and enjoy tomorrow's competition." His voice was steady and powerful, echoing in the air and giving people a sense of inexplicable reassurance.
"As the saying goes, 'When soldiers come, generals will block them; when water comes, earth will dam it.' No matter what difficulties we encounter, we have a way to deal with them. If we get tired from the competition, we can drink some wine. We'll treat it as a thoroughly enjoyable experience in the martial arts world."
"With brothers united, our strength can break even metal; what difficulties can possibly defeat us?"
After saying that, a hint of confidence and pride appeared in his eyes, as if he was ready to meet all challenges.
Amidst the laughter and lively conversation of the crowd, the night, like a vast black silk ribbon, silently and slowly enveloped the entire world.
The stars twinkled in the night sky, like countless eyes looking down upon this land, witnessing the heroism and ambition of the heroes and heroines of the martial world.
The next morning, Tianqi City was still shrouded in a soft mist, as if gently wrapped in a thin veil (Zhao's).
The buildings, streets, and trees in the distance were faintly visible in the mist, like a hazy ink painting.
Meanwhile, the academy gate was already filled with young martial artists from all over the country.
They were all in high spirits, their eyes revealing their anticipation and eagerness for the competition.
Everyone harbors their own dreams and ambitions, hoping to distinguish themselves in this competition and begin their own legendary journey in the martial arts world...