Junior sister, keep forbear for a while, I almost become invincible as soon!
Chapter 41: Be Mindful of Proportions

Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Be Mindful of Proportions

Wuji Sect, deep within.

Jiulifeng Peak Lord couldn’t help but speak up, "The Wasteland only opens once every three hundred years, and there are only three spots. Is it appropriate to give one to Chen Pingping?"

The three Peak Masters had voiced their objections more than once.

But Guang Xiaoyu insisted. She had fought for that spot, and besides... she had declared that if Chen Pingping wasn’t given a spot, she wouldn’t enter the Wasteland herself.

Hearing this, the disciples of Wanjian Peak nearly burst into laughter. "Perfect! We also have young talents. Let them go to the Wasteland for some tempering."

Baili Jiansan’s tone was icy. "Have you three junior brothers truly no shame?"

They had schemed against Guang Xiaoyu multiple times. Now, she had returned victorious over the Divine Body, bringing glory to the Wuji Sect, winning an additional spot, earning the chance to cleanse her Spirit Veins, and becoming the leader of the Wasteland expedition.

It could be said that this extra spot had nothing to do with the Three Peaks whatsoever.

Moreover, Guang Xiaoyu’s victory over the Divine Body was an undeniable fact, as was her role as the leader for the Wasteland team. If she didn’t go... what would others think?

Baili Jiansan’s tone softened. "Chen isn’t as incapable as you imagine. He simply hasn’t encountered the right opportunity. Perhaps... this trip to the Wasteland could change him."

"Furthermore..." he glanced at the crowd below. "Do you think Nangong Jue can keep the Divine Body in check? Or Zhuge Wushuang? Or perhaps Mo Wuwei?" Of course, it had to be Chen Pingping; after all, they had slept together!

The most crucial point was that the Wasteland was exceedingly dangerous.

Instead of going to great lengths to send their disciples into the Wasteland for experience, it would be better for them to stay in the Sect and cultivate diligently. Given time, they too could become powerful.

This was Baili Jiansan’s perspective.

He continued with grave earnestness, "The future of the Wuji Sect will ultimately belong to these children. Do you three junior brothers understand?"

Snow Storm Peak’s Peak Master glanced over. "I agree."

Of course, he would agree; his disciple, Nangong Jue, had secured one of the spots for the Wasteland.

「On the day of departure.」

Baili Jiansan repeatedly reminded them, "Be careful on the road. Someone will meet you once you reach the imperial city. The Wasteland opens in a month. You must remember: unity is paramount."

Impossible! I am irreconcilable with the Divine Body, Guang Xiaoyu snorted coldly.

"Whether you obtain a Great Opportunity isn’t the most important thing. Staying alive is fundamental; only then can you go further," Baili Jiansan nagged. "Also, have you all finished reading the Wasteland guide?"

He was just like an old, worried father, nagging incessantly, afraid his children wouldn’t return, afraid they’d take the wrong path or wouldn’t be cautious enough...

Truthfully, as the Sect Leader, agreeing to Chen Pingping’s departure had been a painful decision for him as well.

Qingfeng had only two promising disciples, and both were heading into the Wasteland. If something happened to them, how would he explain it to Wen Yuqing?

Alas!

Baili Jiansan sighed softly. "Do you need anything else?"

Chen Pingping shook his head.

Guang Xiaoyu nodded. "Spirit Pills, armor, weapons... Ah! Senior Brother, why are you pulling me?"

Baili Jiansan said hastily, "If you don’t need anything, that’s good. Hurry and get on your way!"

That day, the sunshine was splendid and enchanting.

A man and a woman, a cow, a dog, and a chicken slowly disappeared from everyone’s sight.

Many disciples choked back sobs, tears of sorrow streaming down their faces. "SOB SOB... finally... he’s gone."

The Wuji Sect was, after all, an established and reputable Sect. Yet, because of Qingfeng, they were frequently ridiculed. "Huh? You’re disciples of the Wuji Sect? I heard someone from Qingfeng herds cattle, is that true?"

"I heard that fellow from Qingfeng even keeps a dog. Surely that can’t be real?"

"And later, they even got an Earth Chicken! HAHAHA... I’m dying of laughter!"

Now, Chen Pingping was entering the Wasteland. Whether he would return was unknown.

It would be best if he died in there. As long as Guang Xiaoyu and Nangong Jue return, that’ll be enough, they thought.

「On the road.」

Guang Xiaoyu couldn’t help but ask, "Senior Brother? Did you really sleep with the Divine Body?"

"A misunderstanding!" Chen Pingping glared at her. "Don’t talk nonsense."

Damn it! So it’s true. Is the Divine Body blind? To fall for a mere mortal? What’s so great about him? Lazy, good-for-nothing, just waiting for death, idle, never cultivates—that’s it? And she’s interested in that?

Guang Xiaoyu lowered her eyelids, thinking, Just wait until we enter the Wasteland. I’ll show you how I deal with you.

「Yuan Martial Academy.」

Chen Shixian coughed up blood. "Teacher, I truly can’t do it anymore. He never cultivates, it’s true, neither day nor night."

"Night? How do you know?" the Grand State Master frowned.

Chen Shixian was momentarily speechless. Is that the point? she thought, quickly changing the subject. "Could there be a mistake in the Heavenly Book?"

The Grand State Master shook his head. "No."

"Could it be... that my great calamity involves someone else?" she asked.

"It’s possible, but Chen Pingping is the more likely candidate. He hides many secrets," the Grand State Master narrowed his eyes. "This time, when you enter the Wasteland, you can observe him closely. But be mindful of your boundaries."

Clearly, he had heard the rumors too.

Chen Shixian’s face flushed red.

The Grand State Master continued, "Also... pay attention to Zi Yan of the Saint Tao family. The bloodline within her is extraordinary; it’s highly likely a reversion will occur."

Hearing this, Chen Shixian immediately became serious. "Is it that kind of bloodline?"

The Grand State Master nodded. "Yes."

The Saint Tao family was renowned worldwide for their Devouring Bloodline. This bloodline allowed them to enhance their own strength by devouring and fusing with other powerful bloodlines.

If Zi Yan’s bloodline were to undergo reversion... then it was very likely she would set her sights on the Divine Body.

This was a dangerous sign.

「Several days later.」

The three from the Wuji Sect arrived at the capital of Stone Country. To Chen Pingping and Guang Xiaoyu’s surprise, the second spot from Yuan Martial Academy had gone to Shi Yi.

The latter grinned. "Surprised? Unexpected?"

"Does the royal family of Stone Country have no one else?" Guang Xiaoyu said nonchalantly.

"Of course, there are others, but I’m the only one who meets the criteria," Shi Yi said proudly. "I’ve already broken through to the Destiny Stage, the Fifth Heaven, no less!"

"Oh, not bad," she nodded.

"What realm are you in?"

"Ninth Heaven."

Shi Yi stared, dumbfounded, his mouth slightly agape. He suddenly remembered that Guang Xiaoyu had already stepped into the Destiny Stage two years ago. Furthermore, she had undergone a Spirit Vein cleansing a year ago. Thus, her ascension to the Ninth Heaven was only logical.

But to him, it was illogical.

It’s one thing for the Divine Body to advance so rapidly—after all, she’s the Divine Body. But you’re just an ordinary Cultivator! Why are you advancing so quickly too? This prince refuses to accept it!

Just then, Chen Shixian walked out. "Is everyone ready?"

"Hey, hey, hey, woman! I need to correct you on one thing. From now on, I am the leader of this team," Guang Xiaoyu eyed her sternly. "So please, retract what you just said."

Chen Shixian remained silent.

Guang Xiaoyu then announced, "Are you all ready?"

No one responded.

Chen Pingping paused for a moment. "Ready."

"Very good. Let’s set off now. Our next destination: Dayu Dynasty," Guang Xiaoyu waved her hand and immediately leaped onto the back of Lao Huang, the ox. "Let’s go!"

"Are you kidding me? We’re entering the Wasteland, and you’re bringing a bunch of pets?" Shi Yi complained.

"You have a problem with that?" Guang Xiaoyu glanced sideways at him.

"No!"

"You’d better not," she huffed, her voice laced with threat. "I’m the team leader now."