Supreme Dragon Martial Soul
Chapter 427 - 103: The Struggle for Sect Master, Moving into Mengli Peak!

Chapter 427: Chapter 103: The Struggle for Sect Master, Moving into Mengli Peak!

Huff, huff...

Enveloped by the immense hand that blotted out the sky, the surrounding scenery rapidly receded, and the whistling wind roared like thunder.

By the time Luo Cheng regained his senses, he was already above a towering peak.

The mountain stood a thousand zhang high, lush and imposing, shrouded in ethereal mist with waterfalls cascading down its slopes.

At the very summit, resplendent palaces stood proudly, with white cranes dancing in the sky and spirit monkeys frolicking about. Bathed in the glow of the setting sun, golden light shimmered as if it were an immortal palace on earth.

At a glance, Luo Cheng immediately recognized this as Mengli Peak, the mountain granted to Yun Mengli by the Sect.

The gusting winds swirled, and Luo Cheng landed on a cliffside halfway up the mountain.

Crack!

A thunderstorm-like vortex and a shimmering green water curtain followed closely behind, one after the other.

The thunderous vortex arrived first, and from within stepped an elderly man with sallow skin and a head of white hair and beard.

The elder was extraordinarily burly with thick eyebrows and donned a large yellow robe. Sparks of lightning flickered faintly around him, and merely standing in his presence exerted immense psychological pressure, leaving one unwilling to harbor even a hint of resistance.

Buzz!

The water curtain descended, and Supreme Elder Qingkui appeared beside the old man, smiling as he spoke:

"Luo Cheng, this is Supreme Elder of Ming Sect."

Another Supreme Elder!

Luo Cheng’s heart tensed as he cupped his hands in salute and respectfully bowed:

"Thank you, Supreme Elders, for saving my life."

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect waved dismissively, his eyes revealing deep admiration as he looked at Luo Cheng:

"You are impressive! To stand against Nangong Jue without flinching and even argue your case with calm reasoning! A swordsman must possess such unyielding spirit!"

Supreme Elder Qingkui, concerned Luo Cheng might take a misguided path, reminded gently:

"Having the courage and bearing is commendable, but everything should be measured. Otherwise, fortune and disaster are often decided in an instant. Every strong individual has their pride. Just because Nangong Jue tolerated you this time doesn’t mean he will next time."

"Understood!"

Luo Cheng gave a firm nod.

Were it not for knowing that Supreme Elder Qingkui was on site, he wouldn’t have dared to confront Nangong Jue so directly.

In the world of cultivators, at the end of the day, strength was the ultimate rationale!

Compared to Nangong Jue, his current power was still far too lacking.

"What is there to fear! You are now an Inner Sect Disciple. Nangong Jue wouldn’t dare attack you without cause!"

"You handled yourself admirably today! You undermined Nangong Jue’s arrogance and reminded him that Xuanyuan Sect is not under the sole reign of Crown Prince Hall!"

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect was a fiery individual, known for swift and decisive action. Luo Cheng’s conduct pleased him immensely; otherwise, he wouldn’t have intervened to save him personally.

Supreme Elder Qingkui gave a helpless chuckle before steering the conversation back to the main event, asking: "Luo Cheng, what’s your take on today’s matter?"

Luo Cheng reflected briefly before answering, "Nangong Jue targeting me directly wasn’t about me, but rather aimed at Senior Sister Yun Mengli. I was merely an excuse."

Supreme Elder Qingkui nodded, eyes gleaming with approval. "You are perceptive. The current Sect Master is nearing the end of his lifespan and will undoubtedly appoint a successor within the next ten years."

"As a direct disciple of the Sect Master, Nangong Jue was originally the acknowledged future successor. However, with Yun Mengli’s sudden awakening of her Eleven-star Earth-level Martial Soul, the dynamics have shifted, and a growing faction within the Sect supports her."

"Today’s events were less about confronting you personally and more about the clash between two rival camps."

Supreme Elder Qingkui expounded the intricate causes behind the incident with eloquence.

"Do the two Supreme Elders also support Senior Sister Yun Mengli?"

Luo Cheng grasped the key issue at once.

Unexpectedly, he now found himself caught in the swirling vortex of the Sect Master succession conflict!

Supreme Elder Qingkui exchanged a glance with the Supreme Elder of Ming Sect and then nodded:

"Indeed!"

Luo Cheng suddenly asked, "I’ve heard that Nangong Jue’s awakened Martial Soul is also a Super Martial Soul?"

Supreme Elder Qingkui nodded. "In terms of strength and talent, Nangong Jue is indeed qualified for the Sect Master’s position. However..."

"His ambitions are far too grand. He has forged alliances with the Eighth Prince, intending to control the Imperial Family of the Great Yue Dynasty through him. He aims to unify the forces of the Great Yue Dynasty and establish it as a realm akin to the Great Qi Dynasty, where Sect and sovereign power are intertwined."

Luo Cheng hadn’t anticipated such lofty pursuits from Nangong Jue. He asked, "And what’s wrong with that?"

"Ambition itself isn’t a problem. What leads to disaster is ambition unbalanced by matching strength."

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect snorted coldly.

Supreme Elder Qingkui continued, "Perhaps you are unaware, but a hundred years ago, Xuanyuan Sect was at its zenith, the number one Sect within the Great Yue Dynasty."

"In those days, during the campaign to eliminate the remnants of the Blood Nether Sect, the old Sect Master grew greedy for merit and advanced recklessly. To make matters worse, the Fierce Cloud Sect withdrew support at the critical moment, resulting in an ambush by the Blood Nether Sect’s surviving fanatics. The elite of our Sect suffered devastating losses, causing its subsequent decline."

Luo Cheng was stunned to learn of such a history.

No wonder Xuanyuan Sect and Fierce Cloud Sect were perpetually at odds.

Their enmity spanned over a century!

Supreme Elder Qingkui explained, "Now, our Xuanyuan Sect is already weakened, and signs of the Blood Nether Sect’s resurgence have surfaced. We should focus on consolidation and growth. Rash conflicts at this time would spell calamity not just for Xuanyuan Sect but for the entire Great Yue Dynasty."

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect declared, "These matters are far removed from your immediate concerns. Sharing this is only to help you grasp the stakes involved."

"You were introduced into the Sect by Yun Mengli, and after today’s incident, whether you like it or not, you’ll inevitably become entangled in this struggle."

"In the days to come, you’ll face numerous trials and tribulations. Focus solely on cultivation. That is the only true path forward."

Luo Cheng nodded resolutely.

Given his enmity with Crown Prince Hall, hoping to remain neutral was no longer an option.

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect shifted the topic:

"As the Chief Disciple of the Outer Sect, you are entitled to train in the Washing Body Pond once. Now that you have advanced to the Awakening Vein Realm, you may proceed."

"The Washing Body Pond can help you peel and wash the marrow, refine your Essence Energy, and fortify your Xuan Vein, allowing your strength to advance rapidly in a short time. However, training within it is excruciatingly painful and a severe trial on one’s Spirit."

"It would be best to prepare some Spiritual Medicine to replenish your Essence Qi and Spirit. That way, you can endure longer in the Washing Body Pond and maximize your benefit."

"Thank you for the guidance, Elder of Ming Sect!"

Luo Cheng had already planned to head to the Washing Body Pond in the coming days for training.

Supreme Elder Qingkui advised, "Also, now that you’re an Inner Sect Disciple, be mindful. The Crown Prince Hall disciples in the Inner Sect are all proud and aloof, far more so than those in the Outer Sect. Staying in their midst might stir unnecessary unrest, detrimental to your cultivation."

"There are many unoccupied palaces here. You can pick one to live in. Once Yun Mengli returns to the Sect, I’ll inform her. I trust she won’t object."

"Understood!"

Luo Cheng was overjoyed.

Mengli Peak was True Disciple territory, situated at the Sect’s most central and vital region!

Not to mention, the concentration of Heaven and Earth Essence Energy here far surpassed that of the Inner Sect.

"Alright, off you go!"

Luo Cheng bade the two elders farewell before setting off to search for a suitable palace.

Watching his departing figure, the Supreme Elder of Ming Sect exclaimed in admiration:

"This kid is remarkable—calm under pressure, tenacious in spirit... He has the makings of a peerless swordsman. It’s just a pity he awakened a Wasted Martial Soul..."

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect sighed deeply.

"Indeed! Still, his current achievements already surpass most others. Let’s see how far he can climb."

Supreme Elder Qingkui sighed as well, then added, "Luo Cheng has been a great help to us. Yun Mengli’s disposition is serene; she may not actively compete for the Sect Master position. But with Luo Cheng’s irreconcilable conflict with Crown Prince Hall, she can no longer remain detached."

The Supreme Elder of Ming Sect nodded gravely. "The resurgence of the Blood Nether Sect will undoubtedly bring about a calamity. Let us hope the legacy of Xuanyuan Sect does not perish in our hands."

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