Asura Emperor Venerable
Chapter 296: A Big Fight

Chapter 296: Chapter 296: A Big Fight

Whoosh, the fourth elder appeared, and without a word, tried to grab Shi Hao and run.

"How dare you!" The three elders, who had been fighting before, stopped and reached out to grab the fourth elder.

"Hahaha, I won’t be polite about taking this disciple!" A fifth elder appeared with the same target in mind—Shi Hao.

However, he clearly got too cocky too soon, for as soon as he made a move, he became the target of everyone’s attacks, facing a group assault.

One after another, elders kept appearing as if Shi Hao was some sort of unparalleled treasure, clamoring to snatch him up.

What the heck is going on?

If it weren’t for the feeling that these people had no hostility, Shi Hao would have definitely run away by now.

——Of course, all of these elders were powerful cultivators from the Founding King Court, and even if Shi Hao used his Cloud Piercing Step, he wouldn’t be able to escape.

Is this how you recruit disciples?

This is practically kidnapping!

Luckily, Xiao Hei’s courtyard was rather secluded; otherwise, if other disciples saw so many strong cultivators fighting in a brawl just to take Shi Hao as a disciple, their eyes would pop out in shock.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The almighty beings from the Founding King Court were incredibly powerful, usually capable of moving mountains and parting seas. Fortunately, the place was protected by Formations, which reinforced the mountains and prevented destruction. Even so, rocks were still shattering, and the entire mountain was teetering on the brink.

"Are you trying to demolish the place?" A voice rang out, furious and filled with immense authority.

Immediately, the almighty cultivators all ceased their actions, looking awkwardly toward the source of the voice.

This was yet another elder, with a full head of white hair but a spirit that was thoroughly vibrant, radiating a suffocating, horrifying pressure. Behind him, the phantom silhouettes of nine Royal Palaces appeared, each adorned with mysterious Runes that seemed to explain some profound principle of martial arts.

Shi Hao also looked over, his pupils tightening slightly.

This was one of the Founding King Court’s powerful cultivators, who had also reached the summit of the Nine Palaces realm.

In the Founding King Court, the number of Royal Courts represented the individual’s cultivation in the smaller realms, with one Court signifying the first step of the Founding King realm.

However, people preferred to refer to these powerful cultivators from the Founding King Court by how many "Kings" they had achieved.

This one was the Ninth King.

To Shi Hao’s slight surprise, it was not the martial arts realm of the person that intrigued him but the Royal Courts that appeared.

Such manifestation could be active, but generally, no one would do so.

Why?

Because the Royal Courts cultivated by martial artists were only a form. In truth, the Runes on them were the essence, representing the martial artist’s understanding of nature and the universe.

The deeper the understanding, the more splendid the crafted Royal Court would be, and naturally, its power would be greater.

However, this could also leave one’s own martial path exposed to the world. If targeted by the malicious, it might lead to dire consequences.

So, unless necessary, no one would manifest their Royal Court.

Unless... this person had touched the threshold of a higher realm and sometimes lost slight control over their power, causing the Royal Court to manifest occasionally.

"We greet the Sect Master!" At that moment, the powerful cultivators from the Founding King Court, who had been fighting just before, all saluted the Ninth King.

Oh, so this is Lin Fuming, the current Sect Master of the Purple Star Sect?

"Go on, keep fighting!" Lin Fuming seemed extremely angry, the nine Royal Palaces manifesting intermittently, releasing a terrifying aura that made the others fall silent as cicadas in winter.

"What a disgrace!"

Lin Fuming’s anger grew as he spoke, thrusting his hand forward: "All of you, get back to your places."

"Yes." The elders responded dispiritedly, knowing some among them were from the cohort of great elders, but none would openly defy the command of the Sect Master.

However, after some had taken two steps, one suddenly came to a realization.

"Sect Master, aren’t you trying to take him as your Direct Disciple?" the elder asked.

Huh?

For a moment, the other elders turned around and looked towards Lin Fuming.

Indeed, you came up here using the Sect Master’s authority to intimidate people, is that the idea you had in mind?

Lin Fuming’s face couldn’t help but turn red as he said, "Does what I intend to do require an explanation to you all?"

Caught red-handed!

The elders were all reluctant to accept this; such a fine seedling, why can’t we take him as a disciple?

Speaking of strength, indeed you are stronger, but teaching disciples isn’t entirely related to personal strength or weakness, for some people are strong, but cannot teach; then, what use is an Ascend to Heaven Ladder expert?

"Let’s compete fairly."

"When it comes to teaching disciples, I consider myself quite skilled and would never mislead such a talent!"

The elders were again all talking at once, each expressing their unwillingness to step back.

They already knew of Shi Hao’s performance that afternoon, completely overwhelming Luo Haiyun with his Soul Nurturing Nine Steps; his combat power was truly extraordinary.

Therefore, they all wanted to take Shi Hao as a direct disciple, thinking that if Shi Hao became famous, it would reflect glory on them as a kind of honor.

The scene once again became chaotic, resembling a busy marketplace, everyone clamoring and fighting over him.

"That said, won’t you first hear out my opinion?" a voice rang out, graceful and carefree.

Instantly, everyone closed their mouths, and then, as if in a unified motion, their gazes fell on Shi Hao.

Indeed, rather than scaring others away, it would be better to directly persuade Shi Hao; that’s the true royal road.

"Young man, become my disciple, and I shall teach you the Great Reversal Yin Yang Technique; this is a supreme secret technique!" one elder said.

"Get lost, what Great Reversal Yin Yang Technique, it’s just a flawed technique, don’t mislead the young!" another elder immediately criticized.

"Follow me, and whatever cultivation resources you need, I shall satisfy!" a female elder said.

"What’s that worth? Not only will I ensure enough cultivation resources, but I will also find you Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures to help your cultivation soar and give you wings!"

The elders were vying with each other, not caring about feasibility, promising first and foremost.

Shi Hao couldn’t help shaking his head and smiling, "Thank you for your kindness, but I have no intention of acknowledging anyone as my master."

Hmm?

In an instant, the atmosphere cooled down.

This youngster doesn’t want to acknowledge anyone as master?

Why?

Although you are a genius, the path of martial arts is difficult, and without the guidance of those who’ve passed through it, how many detours would you have to take by just exploring on your own, wasting how much time?

To say Shi Hao was looking for a stronger master... They were the elders of the Purple Star Sect, each one an Almighty of the Founding King Court. On the Eastern Fire Continent, was there anyone of higher realm than them?

No!

Therefore, Shi Hao’s refusal was incomprehensible to them.

Yet, no matter how they enticed and persuaded, Shi Hao remained resolute, insisting he would not take anyone as his master.

Thus, the elders could only leave helplessly, thinking that after some time, they would return; this youngster was too complacent now, but after he hit a wall, he would naturally change his mind.

Lin Fuming was the last to leave. He looked at Shi Hao for a while, lifted his hand and threw something to Shi Hao.

Shi Hao subconsciously caught it. Upon looking, he saw it was a wooden box. Upon opening it, he found a wizened plant inside with nine leaves, bearing a single flower that looked like an animal’s horn.

Nine-Leaf Unicorn Flower!

Shi Hao abruptly looked up, only to see Lin Fuming had already left.