Monarch Night
Chapter 176 - 134 Grup of Heavenly Venerable

Chapter 176: Chapter 134 Grup of Heavenly Venerable

The Yin Shen Palace immediately replied to Fang Che: "You still have one month, and after a month, you will set out. Within this month, you must enhance your cultivation to the utmost possible extent, and make preparations for leave and other matters. The minimum is a one-month leave. This should be arranged on the Martial Arts Academy’s side."

"Moreover, the Yixin Sect will also have 256 General Level participants, among whom the highest cultivation realm is currently at the Ninth Grade General Level. These are your opponents."

During this period, while Ren Zhongyuan was away, the Yin Shen Palace took the opportunity to thoroughly examine the General Levels from the Yixin Sect who were about to participate in the Cultivating Gu to Become a God Plan.

They also held a meeting and gave some encouragement.

Everyone was well aware of their own strength.

Of course, during such a time, the Yin Shen Palace would never dare to take any action against these people because their names were already on record at headquarters.

They could only die in the Cultivating Gu to Become a God Plan.

They absolutely must not die prematurely!

Among them were several geniuses from the Demon Sect, excavated by the Yin Shen Palace a few years ago, who all showed allegiance to the Yin Shen Palace. The Yin Shen Palace praised them greatly and also rewarded them handsomely.

However, in its heart, the Yin Shen Palace had no trust at all.

If there is doubt, they will never be used for life!

You all shall die under Yemo!

None of Ren Zhongyuan’s subsequent forces should hope to survive!

Even if I were senile, I wouldn’t let Ren Zhongyuan’s people survive the Cultivating Gu to Become a God Plan and then be trained at headquarters, cultivating a future deadly foe for myself!

So the order given to Fang Che by the Yin Shen Palace was simple: "Increase your strength as soon as possible. I don’t care about any other sects, but not one of the 256 individuals from the Yixin Sect is allowed to survive!"

Fang Che was taken aback upon receiving the order.

Firstly, there was actually a Ninth Grade General opponent among them, and secondly, the Yin Shen Palace actually wanted me to kill Yixin Sect’s people?

Fang Che thought it over and understood: The reason why the Yin Shen Palace had no one to use and was forced to find me was probably because there was an issue with these 256 people.

They must all belong to the Vice Sect Hierarch.

And so, he suddenly understood.

Yet, he had to feign shock: "Sect Hierarch, kill... our own people?"

The Yin Shen Palace snorted and replied: "Yes!"

Fang Che hesitated for a moment and said: "I am afraid that I may not be a match for them right now."

The Yin Shen Palace replied: "I don’t care what method you use, anyhow, they must die! This is your mission, either you die, or they do."

Fang Che finally replied: "...I obey!"

The Yin Shen Palace was even more satisfied inwardly.

He liked this about Yemo.

As long as he gave the order, Yemo didn’t need to understand anything. Except for worrying about his own insufficient strength, he didn’t need to figure out any reasons; he would directly make a move to kill!

This is exactly the kind of talent that Yin Shen Palace wanted!

In a good mood, he said, "Just say what you want!"

Fang Che immediately replied: "Sect Hierarch, I want a Divine Weapon!"

The Yin Shen Palace was taken aback.

Damn, you really dare to ask!

A Divine Weapon, even I don’t have one.

He replied grumpily: "No! Get lost!"

But then he thought for a moment and said: "However, if you win one of the top three places in the Main Sect’s grand competition, or become the champion, there might be Divine Attribute Metal among the prizes."

After receiving the "No, get lost" reply from the Yin Shen Palace, Fang Che had stopped hoping for anything.

The next message he received rekindled his spirit at once.

Damn, Wei Wo Zheng Sect is so generous?

Actually rewarding mere General Levels with Divine Attribute Metal?

This suits me perfectly.

"I am determined to fight for first place!"

Fang Che replied immediately.

The Yin Shen Palace chuckled, fearing only that he would lack motivation.

He has it now, doesn’t he?

But this kid is really daring; he actually wants a Divine Weapon, a thing even I, as the Sect Hierarch, don’t have!

...

Time passed quickly.

Mo Gan Yun opened up his cultivation speed, directly rushing to the Peak of Ninth Grade Innate Grandmaster. Yu Zhongge and Qiu Yunshang also reached the Middle Ninth Grade Innate Grandmaster. Jing Shuanggao reached the Peak of Eighth Grade. Ding Jie Ran also rushed to the Middle Eighth Grade Innate Grandmaster.

Although Ding Jie Ran’s cultivation was slightly lower,

his Swordsmanship was fierce and sharp, often taking opponents by surprise with tricky and peculiar moves that had great destructive power. During battles with his brothers, he firmly suppressed Jing Shuanggao.

Once, he even knocked Qiu Yunshang down and maintained fourth place for a week.

Oh, the current ranking still includes Fang Che, holding a solid number one position.

Although Fang Che wanted to break away, none of them would agree.

Ding Jie Ran’s combat power had gained everyone’s attention, especially with the two Sword Manuals given by Yu Zhongge. He not only mastered them fully but could even create his variations.

Making his attacks even more ruthless and hard to defend against.

This left Yu Zhongge deeply surprised, exclaiming at the terrifying nature of the Innate Sword Bone.

If it weren’t for the time spent getting familiar with Ding Jie Ran’s fighting style, even Mo Gan Yun might suffer a loss when confronting him for the first time.

Therefore, it was unanimously decided to make Ding Jie Ran a secret weapon.

During this month, everyone was desperately cultivating.

Although Fang Che still led, the gap was almost closed.

On this point, the deep foundation of a large family was evident.

Mo Gan Yun and others were consuming things to strengthen the foundation and increase Divine Sense almost like snacks. Sometimes, even during meals, they gnawed on white jade-like Yellow Ginseng.

Except they dared not use Elixir Pills to enhance cultivation for fear of accumulating Poison Elixirs and spirit medicine barriers within, other methods were used without limits.

Every two days or so, people from various families would send a batch of supplies to the young masters.

Despite not having a big family behind him, Ding Jie Ran could also enjoy the Martial Arts Academy’s resources during this period, advancing quickly.

What surprised them the most was Fang Che.

Because Fang Che consumed nothing.

Yet his progress was still faster than theirs.

"I’m so envious of Boss Fang’s talent that it’s giving me a headache," sighed Yu Zhongge indolently.

"Me too,"

Mo Gan Yun touched the "Chao Fangche" red scarf on his head with a face full of vexation: "Haven’t you noticed? Supposedly, at this moment, there’s not much difference in level between him and us, but the combat power remains vastly different. It means even if we’re at his level... we still can’t beat him. That’s what’s most terrifying."

"I noticed that long ago,"

"Second Bro, your Red Venerable title might have to stay for a few years," Jing Shuanggao sympathized.

"Staying for a few years is not a big deal,"

Mo Gan Yun sighed, "but if it stays for a lifetime, it’d be too goddamn ridiculous."

"It actually might be possible,"

Qiu Yunshang languidly said: "Frankly, I think it’s a nice name. At least, by the time it reaches the top cultivation realm, being called that wouldn’t be a problem at all. The status of Heavenly Venerable, could an average person endure that?"

Mo Gan Yun furiously said, "Then why don’t you endure it, dammit?"

Fang Che lazily said: "Actually, if everyone were to take up a Heavenly Venerable name, wouldn’t that be fine? For example, Yu Zhongge could be called Venerable Yu; Qiu Yunshang could be Venerable Yun..."

"Boss, Boss!"

Qiu Yunshang and Yu Zhongge desperately pleaded, "Now is not the time..."

But Mo Gan Yun already had an idea and said: "Sure, Jing Shuanggao can be Venerable Jing, Ding Jie Ran could be Venerable Sword; and Boss Fang, you could be... Venerable Che."

"Get lost!"

Fang Che cursed with a smile: "I meant for the five of you as a group, why include me? But Venerable Yu, Venerable Yun, and Venerable Sword sound good. As for Jing Shuanggao, Venerable Jing seems a bit odd, let’s go with Shadow Venerable instead."

This notion had everyone nodding in agreement.

Indeed, when they were together, Jing Shuanggao had such a low presence.

If he didn’t speak, others wouldn’t even realize he was there.

Despite his decent personality, quite active even, he just didn’t draw attention.

The moniker "Shadow" suited him well.

"Ding Jie Ran should indeed be called Venerable Lord of Silence," Yu Zhongge remarked.

"I do talk sometimes,"

Ding Jie Ran rolled his eyes.

"Yes, three sentences a day. Namely: Attack! Attack! Look out for my sword!"

Qiu Yunshang burst into laughter.

"When I fight others, I don’t even say those words,"

Ding Jie Ran argued.

"The five Venerables have a certain ring to it, though a bit awkward,"

Yu Zhongge sighed, "With our current strength, calling ourselves Venerables... if others heard, they’d laugh their heads off."

"It’s just an internal nickname for now."

Fang Che didn’t mind: "Besides, aiming to walk the Venerable path someday is a good motivation. Having the title of Venerable overhead makes it hard to slack off."

"Boss Fang has a point. Henceforth, I’ll be Venerable Yu,"

Yu Zhongge chuckled bitterly, performing a circle of salutations: "Brothers, I sincerely ask you, when outsiders are around, for heaven’s sake, don’t call me that, my skin isn’t thick enough..."

"Me too."

"Me too."

Everyone smiled wryly.

Yet in their eyes, there was a gleam, each unmistakably longing for the day when they truly ascend to the supreme level, letting the title of Venerable they bear prove to be true.

How glorious would that be?

In the shadows.

Li Changkong and others exchanged glances, their lips curving into slight smiles.

Several days later, registration began.

Each team registered with headquarters for final confirmation.

The Baiyun Martial Academy registered:

Fifth Year: Five-person team, names: Wu Zhibing, Jun Hefang...

Fourth Year: Five-person team. Names: ...

Third Year: Five-person team. Names: ...

Second Year: Five-person team. Names: ...

First Year: Group of Heavenly Venerables. Names: Red Venerable Mo Gan Yun, Venerable Yu Yu Zhongge...

...

"Aaaaa..." The five of them covered their faces, rolling around on the small training ground, "So embarrassing, it’s killing me..."

"What a disgrace..."

"I can’t show my face again..."

"Hahahahaha..."

Fang Che laughed heartily.

Seeing the usually aloof Ding Jie Ran turning red like a monkey’s butt upon hearing the names, Fang Che felt utterly amused.

Li Changkong looked innocent: "I never imagined that Vice Mountain Master Huang would directly report it; it had nothing to do with me. But now that it’s done, it’ll have to stay that way."

Huang Yifan rolled his eyes, holding his breath: "..."

Yet he said nothing.

Although it was a group decision, he indeed submitted the names. This burden could only be borne by this Deputy Mountain Master.

No one else could bear it.

Huang Yifan thought for a moment, vaguely realizing that ever since I came to Baiyun Martial Academy, aside from bearing burdens, I’ve only acted as an enforcer. Seems I haven’t done anything else?

Damn!

I was clearly here to oversee, right? How did I end up as the professional burden-bearer and part-time enforcer?

Where did things go wrong?