Chapter 140 News

"Snapped!"

Just as his wooden sword was about to fall, Xu Fadong's magic sword unexpectedly deflected it outwards, as if countless sparks were flying between the two wooden swords.

After the two separated, Xu Yuanlang looked at his wooden sword. He hadn't used much force, but even so, it was still something that a late-stage Qi Refining cultivator couldn't withstand.

"That was just now..."

The elder's eyes widened in disbelief as he looked at the clan leader.

"Timing, angle, and the power of perfect control."

Xu Yuanlang looked at Xu Fadong, his previous contempt completely gone. Xu Fadong's eyes were unusually focused, all his thoughts concentrated on one point.

"Excellent, excellent!"

Xu Yuanlang looked at him, his figure changed, and countless afterimages appeared on the wooden sword in his hand as he attacked again.

"Slap! Slap!"

Unexpectedly, Xu Fadong ignored the other phantoms and instantly found the only wooden sword body. The moment the two collided, Xu Fadong was almost kneeling on the ground, the powerful force pressing his feet into the ground three or four inches deep.

"Giggle..."

Xu Fadong clenched his teeth so hard that it made a sickening sound, barely managing to block it.

"This feeling..."

Xu Yuanlang looked at Xu Fadong. This kid's aura was extremely restrained, and his spiritual power was perfectly circulating. His wooden sword had narrowly blocked his attack. Xu Yuanlang could only admire him.

"It's just like when I use the 'Heart of the Ghost' technique. That kind of ultimate control over spiritual power and the physical body, without any waste, using the least amount of power to exert the greatest power. No wonder the clan leader always says he's a genius."

The two then exchanged blows, with Xu Fadong making rapid progress. At first, he had to defend with all his might, but eventually he began to hold back his strength.

"Alright, Fadon, this is the final move!"

Xu Yuanlang suddenly thrust forward with an unremarkable move, but Xu Fadong reacted like a startled wild beast, instinctively taking a step back.

His wooden sword also thrust out, and the outcome was decided the instant the two wooden swords collided in mid-air. Xu Fadong's wooden sword was cleaved into two neat halves.

Xu Fadong hurriedly released his grip and retreated, barely managing to dodge the attack.

"stop!"

At this moment, the clan chief hurriedly stepped forward and ordered both sides to stop fighting. Xu Yuanlang, however, didn't seem to care and threw down the wooden sword in his hand.

Xu Fadong's expression changed after taking it. This wooden sword was of the same quality as his own, and it didn't have any damage at all, while his own sword was covered in wounds.

"How is it, Yuen Long, in France?"

The clan chief looked at the two of them and asked with a smile.

"Grandpa Twenty-Three is indeed formidable. I have given it my all. Fortunately, it was just a contest, or I would have been dead long ago."

A hint of relief flashed across Xu Fadong's face. He then cupped his hands in thanks to Xu Yuanlang for his guidance.

"No, Fadong, I am the one who is truly astonished. Even when I was at the seventh level of Qi Refining, I was far inferior to you."

"You must cultivate as soon as possible. I look forward to the day you break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm; it will definitely surprise us all."

"Alright, we're all family, so you two stop flattering each other and come inside."

The clan chief invited the group to sit down, and after they were seated, he spoke to Xu Yuanlang.

"Yuan Lang, your natal magic weapon probably hasn't been upgraded to the second tier yet!"

Xu Yuanlang nodded. He was a weapon cultivator. Although his natal magic weapon would improve with his cultivation level, it still required a process and needed to be slowly nurtured within his body.

The clan chief, with an expression of nonchalance, took out two magical artifacts from his storage bag and handed them to him.

"These two magical artifacts are family treasures. One is the Five Elements Treasure Wheel, and the other is the Golden Glow Spirit Sword. You should refine them first."

Looking at the two second-tier low-grade magic artifacts, Xu Yuanlang couldn't help but show a look of emotion.

"Under normal circumstances, it wouldn't matter, but our relationship with the Li and Ma families isn't very good right now. You might end up facing them in the future. With two magical artifacts in hand, you'll at least have enough ability to protect yourself."

Since things had come to this point, Xu Yuanlang naturally couldn't refuse. After accepting it, he secretly vowed that he would repay his family with even better magical artifacts in the future.

"By the way, clan leader, I no longer need this Demon-Slaying Gourd and Qi-Breaking Needle, so I'm returning them to you so they can be given to those who need them later."

Xu Yuanlang returned the two magical artifacts. The clan leader took them and casually put them away. Then, as if remembering something, he quickly reminded him.

"By the way, Yuan Lang, your Azure Dragon Soaring Technique should only support you to cultivate up to the Foundation Establishment Realm. You'll probably have to figure out the next technique yourself."

Although the family has several second-tier cultivation techniques, none of them are quite suitable for you.

"You don't need to worry about the cultivation method, clan leader. I have a way."

With the blessing of his companion spirit, over the years, he has advanced his Azure Dragon Soaring Technique to the third level of Foundation Establishment.

Although from his current perspective, there are some flaws in the cultivation technique after the breakthrough, these can be repaired gradually.

In addition, the process of deducing the technique allowed him to gain a deeper understanding of the Azure Dragon Skill. The deduction was a process of repeatedly deepening his familiarity with the technique.

In his view, the Azure Dragon Soaring Skill was extraordinary and had an excellent foundation. It would be a great pity if he switched to other skills. Moreover, the skill he deduced was naturally very suitable for him.

"Now that you've reached the Foundation Establishment stage, you must have your own considerations, which I, as the clan leader, cannot interfere with. However, if there's anything the clan leader needs to do, please feel free to ask."

Xu Yuanlang quickly cupped his hands in thanks and asked.

"There is indeed something that requires the clan leader's help."

The clan chief gestured for him to speak, and Xu Yuanlang hurriedly spoke.

"Chieftain, I want to learn the art of escape."

"Look, I completely forgot."

The clan chief suddenly realized something, slapped his head, and hurriedly took out a jade slip.

"This contains the escape technique, specially prepared for clansmen who have just successfully broken through. Take it and practice it first. If you have any questions, just come and ask me."

Xu Yuanlang thanked him and accepted the gift. The group was about to discuss the future development of the family when Xu Yuanzhen suddenly walked in with a grim expression.

"Yuan Zhen? What happened!"

Xu Yuanzhen took out a red envelope and handed it to the clan chief.

The red envelope made the eyebrows of the people present twitch, and they all had a bad feeling.

"Snapped!"

After reading the letter, the clan chief's face turned ashen, and he subconsciously slammed the letter onto the coffee table.

"Chieftain, what has happened?"

At this moment, the elder couldn't help but ask, and the clan leader handed him the letter while saying something.

"A large number of monsters are moving south from the north, suspected to be a beast tide."