In the blink of an eye, a month and a half had passed.
There were only ten days left until the Eight Palaces Martial Tournant.
Mo Han gathered Ling Chen and the other five, saying, "Prepare yourselves, for we shall set off for Taiyi Academy tomorrow."
"Yes."
The six replied.
Each of them wore a confident expression on their faces.
During this ti, each person’s cultivation had made great strides.
Chen Yichen’s cultivation level had directly advanced to the second layer of the late stage Primordial Pill Realm, a whole level higher than during the selection competition.
Ling Wu, Wan Er, and Ye Zhenzhen had also unsurprisingly advanced to the early stage of the first layer of the Primordial Pill Realm.
Furthermore, the three of them had successfully mastered the low-grade Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique, Immortal Steps Ghost Shadow.
Only Yu Huai’s progress was slightly less, advancing to the peak of the ninth layer of the Spirit Sea Realm, only a paper-thin barrier away from the Primordial Pill Realm, potentially breaking through at any mont.
As for Ling Chen, during this period, he hadn’t spent ti cultivating the Undying Star Body to consu Spiritual Power, but instead, he improved his Spiritual Power Cultivation, reaching the late stage of the first layer of the Primordial Pill Realm.
The official contestants participating in the Eight Palaces Martial Tournant were all Primordial Pill Realm cultivators.
Only Yu Huai, the substitute contestant, was not at the Primordial Pill Realm, but this had no significant impact.
The Taiyi Academy ntioned by the Palace Master was the venue for this Eight Palaces Martial Tournant.
Taiyi Academy was located in Taiyi Prefecture, northwest of Zhenwu Prefecture.
Taiyi Academy had won the championship title in the last Eight Palaces Martial Tournant, which was why this year’s tournant was being held there.
It was also a reward for the Champion Academy.
Saving the students from the hassle of traveling.
The next morning.
Palace Master Mo Han, Deputy Palace Master Ye Wushuang, Gu Ce, two Elders, Ling Chen, and others, twelve in total, set out from the western city gate towards Taiyi Prefecture.
Deputy Palace Master Wu Hao originally wanted to go as well, but Mo Han asked him to stay behind to safeguard the Academy.
Lin Xiaodu was also brought along by Ling Chen.
Currently, she was at the late eighth layer of the Spirit Sea Realm.
Having evolved into the Heavenly Poison Body, her cultivation speed had significantly increased.
Advancing a level in two months was still considered normal.
The twelve rode on horned horses, galloping along the main road.
Three days later, they arrived at Netherworld Prefecture City.
Taiyi Prefecture was north of Netherworld Prefecture, so reaching Taiyi Prefecture inevitably ant passing through Netherworld Prefecture.
From Netherworld Prefecture City to Taiyi Prefecture City was only a three to four days’ journey, so the group decided to rest in Netherworld Prefecture City first.
Upon entering Netherworld Prefecture City, Palace Master Mo Han’s group naturally drew the attention of the City Guard Army.
Palace Master Cheng Yuan of the Netherworld Academy soon received the news.
"Palace Master Mo, long ti no see. You haven’t lost your charm since!"
In the inn, Cheng Yuan greeted Mo Han with cupped hands.
"You flatter , Palace Master Cheng; you yourself are more splendid than in the past!"
Mo Han said with a smile.
Both n took their seats.
Mo Han introduced Cheng Yuan to Chen Yichen and the other five, "Co over, and et Palace Master Cheng of Netherworld Academy!"
"Greetings to Palace Master Cheng!"
Chen Yichen and the rest perford a formal salutation.
Cheng Yuan’s gaze fell upon the six, and with a bright twinkle in his eyes, he nodded and smiled, "Excellent! Truly worthy of being the geniuses of True Martial Academy!"
Among the six, four were Primordial Pill Realm cultivators, and the remaining two also possessed the cultivation of the late ninth layer of the Spirit Sea Realm.
The highest among them had a cultivation level at the second layer of the Primordial Pill Realm!
This batch of True Martial Academy’s students was indeed significantly stronger than the previous ones!
Originally, there were supposed to be five Primordial Pill Realm cultivators; it was only because Ling Chen displayed an aura of the ninth layer of the Spirit Sea Realm that Cheng Yuan was misled.
Moreover, with Ling Chen’s current cultivation level, unless facing a high-ranked Primordial Pill Realm powerhouse, one couldn’t truly see through his cultivation level.
After all, he possessed the Night Moon Sacred Body.
And the Night Moon Spiritual Power within him was acclaid to be naturally perfect!
What does naturally perfect an?
It ans blending in with heaven and earth as one.
If Ling Chen didn’t reveal his aura, even if he pretended to be soone without any cultivation, Cheng Yuan might not be able to tell.
Mo Han laughed and said, "Brother Cheng jests. How could these unworthy ones compare to those geniuses of Netherworld Academy?"
"Where, where, you haven’t seen the disciples from my academy, alas, they just drive mad. Well, tonight you should co to Netherworld Academy, since you’re here, it’d be nice for Cheng to fulfill the host’s duty, to warmly welco Brother Mo and let my disciples witness what genius truly is!"
Cheng Yuan said with a smile.
"If Brother Cheng has gone so far as to say that, if I refuse again, it would be disrespectful! Alright, I will co bother you tonight."
Mo Han responded.
"How could it be a bother?"
Cheng Yuan’s eyes widened, then he chuckled: "Palace Master Mo gracing us with your presence will bring glory to Netherworld Academy!"
The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and then Cheng Yuan excused himself to leave.
"Damn it, this old fox, he’s well-inford and ca here to test our strength."
As soon as Cheng Yuan left, Mo Han couldn’t help but curse.
Having had many years of dealings with Cheng Yuan, he naturally knew the other’s tactics.
"Then why did the Palace Master agree to it?"
Chen Yichen asked in confusion.
A smile appeared on Mo Han’s face as he said, "I also want to see the strength of their disciples!"
He then looked at Chen Yichen and the other six: "If you decide to take action, rember, do not use the Heavenly Spirit Techniques!"
"Understood."
The six nodded.
Ling Chen rolled his eyes, thinking to himself, calling others old foxes, aren’t you one too?
"Palace Master, what’s the strength of Netherworld Academy like?"
Ling Chen asked.
Mo Han answered: "Netherworld Academy used to be very strong and even won championships. But in recent years, they have fallen. Last session, they were what, sixth?"
Ling Chen nodded in acknowledgnt.
Night fell.
Mo Han then brought Ling Chen and the six others to Netherworld Academy.
After announcing their nas, they waited at the entrance.
The standing positions of the seven were deliberate. Mo Han was the leader, followed by Chen Yichen, Wan Er, and Ye Zhenzhen, with Ling Wu, Yu Huai, and Ling Chen at the rear.
Soon, Cheng Yuan personally ca out to greet them.
After observing the standing arrangent of the six disciples and deducing their cultivation levels, Cheng Yuan had a clear understanding in his heart.
In a short while, they arrived at a pavilion.
At that mont, there stood six Cultivators in the pavilion, five n and one woman.
"Greetings to Palace Master Mo!"
The six Cultivators paid their respects to Mo Han.
"There’s no need for formalities."
Mo Han quickly responded.
After that, everyone took their seats.
Ling Chen glanced outside, just a short distance away was an open space, and behind was a bridge over flowing water.
"The surroundings are indeed pleasant. It seems that a battle today is inevitable."
Ling Chen thought to himself.
Instead of entertaining them in a guest hall, they were brought to a place with an open area. Other than expecting them to fight, Ling Chen couldn’t guess what other intentions they might have.
"The environnt is peaceful. Brother Cheng, you’ve gone through great lengths."
Mo Han raised his glass.
"Brother Mo is too kind, just please don’t think the hospitality is lacking."
Cheng Yuan said with a smile.
After taking their seats, Ling Chen began to size up the six disciples of Netherworld Academy.
All six were at the levels of the Primordial Pill Realm, with the female disciple and one male disciple even at the second layer of the Primordial Pill Realm.
By this ti, through the transmission of Spiritual Power, Mo Han had already inford Ling Chen and the others about the cultivation levels of the six.
The wine was poured thrice, and five courses of dishes were served.
Cheng Yuan’s intentions gradually beca apparent.
"Brother Mo, this disciple seems to be underage, right? To have reached the first layer of the Primordial Pill Realm, truly makes Cheng envious!"
Cheng Yuan said with a smile after glancing at Ling Wu.
The most noticeable differences between the six from True Martial Academy and the disciples from Netherworld Academy were two aspects.
One was the difference in cultivation levels; the other was the age gap.
With Ling Chen and Ling Wu’s youthful faces, they couldn’t help but draw attention.
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