Dragon Prince Yuan c1-1251

by Translator: Yeow

  She shook her head in disappointment as her eyes turned away, no longer giving Zhou Yuan any further attention.

  On the stage, Chen Yuan waved his hand at Zhou Yuan and said with a wide grin, “Alright, you can go now.”

  Zhou Yuan indifferently glanced at the former. How could he not know that this was done on purpose. However, he did not say anything because it was true that he did appear to be a quasi Alpha-Origin on the surface, a fact that would draw criticism regardless of when he became a first class disciple.

  The only way to deal with such criticism was to prove oneself, something he would naturally have a chance to do in the future.

  Hence, he directly returned to his original spot under numerous watching gazes.

  The nearby group of Luo Song and gang returned to their senses at this moment. With a hollow laugh, he put on a fake smile as he said to Zhou Yuan, “I did not expect this friend to have such solid relations…”

  “However, you’ll only end up losing out in the end. Not many disciples will be willing to come into contact with you in the future.”

  The crowd around him nodded. Although they were envious inside, they righteously criticized Zhou Yuan for pulling strings.

  Yaoyao frowned slightly and turned her head to the side, revealing a perfect side face profile, her skin seemingly suffused with a jade glow.

  Luo Song was elated when he saw Yaoyao look at him for the first time. Before he could speak however, Yaoyao’s red lips parted slightly. “Scram.”

  Luo Song’s expression instantly turned rigid, while the corners of the mouths of his group twitched. It was obvious that none of them had expected this aloof goddess like girl would be so crude.

  White and green interlaced on their faces, but they did not dare to say anything in the end. Yaoyao was after all a true-blue first class disciple.

  Luo Song shot a look of hatred at Zhou Yuan before leaving in embarrassment.

  On the stage, Chen Yuan faced the still clamouring crowd and said in a nonchalant voice, “There is no need for any of you to grumble. The Cangxuan Sect’s rules are fair, and will not be biased towards anyone. If you cannot accept this result, feel free to challenge them.”

  “A first class disciple may not be fixed forever. If one is incapable, he or she will naturally be replaced.”

  “So, don’t be relieved just because you became a first class disciple. The right path is still to continue training hard.”

  Chen Yuan’s words made several disciples begin to stir as several malicious gazes were cast in Zhou Yuan’s direction.

  If one was to consider who would be the easiest to replace amongst the over hundred first class disciples present, the answer was pretty obvious.

  Chen Yuan ignored the crowd’s response as he continued to speak, “Starting now, you will be training here for the next three months, after which will be the peak selection ceremony. Only those that pass the ceremony and enter the seven peaks can be truly considered disciples of the Cangxuan Sect. Those that fail will become outer mountain disciples, and may also enter the seven peaks if the contribution conditions are met.”

  The hearts of the numerous new disciples shivered. Those that could enter the Cangxuan Sect were naturally prideful geniuses. Hence, failing to enter the seven peaks would be a tremendous blow to them.

  “Your accommodation can be found on the disciple token.”

  “From tomorrow onwards, every disciple will begin training in Genesis Mountain. It is a specially constructed cultivation paradise of the Cangxuan Sect, so you better grasp this chance well.”

  Chen Yuan’s words caused another surge of noise to wash over the plaza. Desire rose in the eyes of the Shengzhou Continent geniuses, clearly already aware of what it was.

  The geniuses from the other continents were at a loss, and could only humbly seek help.

  Thus, several of the Shengzhou geniuses looked towards the other continent geniuses as if they were looking at country bumpkins, and said with an air of superiority, “You guys don’t even know of Genesis Mountain?”

  “Genesis Mountain is a type of cultivation haven created by the Cangxuan Sect. It’s shaped like a volcano with a Genesis Rune boundary carved on its insides to absorb Genesis Qi which is then purified by several Genesis Rune boundaries, causing the Genesis Qi that spouts out to be so much more pure.”

  “The most wonderful aspect of Genesis Mountain is the Heavenly Genesis Flower planted on every cultivation platform. One only needs to feed Genesis jade to this Heavenly Genesis Flower, and it will draw out the Genesis Qi in the mountain and send it spouting out.”

  “The Genesis Qi from the Heavenly Genesis Flower is not only purer than normal, but also contains some of its essence that can continuously temper the flowing Genesis Qi in the body. It can be said to be a cultivation treasure.”

  The numerous new disciples from the other continents were confused. Although they sounded very amazing, what exactly were these Genesis jade and Heavenly Genesis Flower?

  “Genesis jade is an item manufactured by the Cangxuan Sect. You may treat it as a substitute for Genesis crystals, though it can only be used in the sect. One can exchange Genesis jade in the Hidden Scripture Pavillion and the Glittering Jewels Pavillion for all kinds Genesis techniques, medicinal pills, Genesis Weapons…”

  Chen Yuan opened his mouth to speak at this moment, “You new disciples will receive 30 Genesis jade pieces at the beginning of every month. The Genesis jade pieces for this month has already been placed in your quarters.”

  “As for Genesis Mountain, you will naturally understand when you train tomorrow.”

  He waved his hand and said, “Everyone should go find their living quarters.”

  After speaking, he turned around and left in an unhurried manner.

  The plaza turned into a chaotic mess as numerous disciples began to scatter, using the instructions on the token to search for their living quarters.

  Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao also followed the instructions, passing through the verdant mountain, before ultimately coming to a stop at the rear of the mountain. At the waist of the mountain stood exquisite little house after house, powerful Genesis Qi pulsing in the surroundings.

  Behind them, Shen Wanjin sighed and remarked, “Little Yuan bro, big sis Yao, the first class disciple treatment really is countless times better than third class disciples like us.”

  Perhaps for the new disciples to better look out for each other, the Cangxuan Sect had temporarily grouped the geniuses from the same continent together.

  Shen Wanjin, Xiao Tianxuan and the rest were situated at the foot of the mountain nearby. However, their living quarters were what seemed to be a series of joined little huts that looked rather simplistic. Compared to Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao, the difference was pretty vast.

  The others nodded one after another, envy filling their eyes.

  They were geniuses that had lived a life of luxury in the past. Now however, their living standards had fallen drastically, and it was going to be pretty hard to get used.

  Zhou Yuan chuckled and comforted them a little, before beginning to climb up to the waist of the mountain with Yaoyao. Their two little houses were quite close after all.

  After entering their respective houses, Zhou Yuan began to look around with some interest, finding the place very satisfactory. Most importantly, he had discovered the Genesis Rune boundary in the little house that continuously collected the surrounding Genesis Qi. Living in such a place for a long period would definitely be very beneficial to his cultivation.

  On a table in the house, he saw a cloth bag which he picked up and shook, causing tinkling sounds to emerge.

  He reached in a grabbed a strip of jade that was the size of a baby’s fist. The clear jade sparkled as pure Genesis Qi spread from it.

  Zhou Yuan curiously mumbled to himself, “Is this a Genesis jade piece?”

  Everything here felt so fresh.

  Zhou Yuan arrived at the balcony on the second floor as warm sunlight spr
inkled down and bathed his body. It felt extremely comfortable.

  Zhou Yuan closed his eyes in enjoyment for a brief moment, before he suddenly felt a gaze looked towards him from far away. He looked over, only to see another little house on the right.

  A pretty figure in red gracefully stood on the balcony, her slender and sexy figure made even more apparent when she leaned against the railing.

  It was Gu Hongyi.

  Upon sensing Zhou Yuan’s gaze, Gu Hongyi frowned slightly before turning around and entering the house. She clearly did not approve of this first class disciple that had pulled strings to obtain his status.

  Zhou Yuan merely chuckled upon seeing this, unbothered by her attitude.

  *Knock knock*!

  Knocking sounded from below. With a thought from Zhou Yuan, the doors opened as Yaoyao leisurely walked in carrying Tuntun. She began to examine the place, eventually arriving on the balcony that received ample sunlight and nodded in a satisfactory manner.

  “What are you doing?” At the sight of this, Zhou Yuan suddenly felt that something was amiss.

  “My place is too shady, and it’s much better here. I will be staying on the second floor while you live on the first floor.” Yaoyao smiled faintly at Zhou Yuan, no reservation whatsoever as she took over the best spot in the house.

  Zhou Yuan was stunned. “You’re going to live with me?”

  “I don’t cultivate anyways, so I won’t use your Genesis Qi.” Replied Yaoyao.

  Zhou Yuan hastily said, “That’s not what I meant.”

  Yaoyao limpid eyes narrowed slightly as she looked towards Zhou Yuan. “You are objecting?”

  Ow ow!

  In Yaoyao’s arms, Tuntun barked menacingly.

  Thus, Zhou Yuan could only let out a hollow chuckle. “No.”

  Only then did Yaoyao nod her head in satisfaction.

  As he gazed at her graceful figure, Zhou Yuan did not know whether to laugh or cry. What the heck was this? Living under the same roof?

  He shook his head, shifted his gaze towards the bright sky and suddenly laughed. Life in the Cangxuan Sect… seemed to be pretty good. He was looking forward to the future here.

  Chapter 216 Forming Factions

  A certain house in the outer mountains.

  Chen Yuan sat on a chair as he calmly took a sip of tea. Before him stood a young man in blue with a respectful expression. His face was ordinary, but his eyes appeared a little devious, somewhat similar to a wolf.

  “Teacher Chen, you were the one who agreed that I would get a first class disciple quota.” Said the young man in blue with a pained face.

  Chen Yuan waved his hand and replied, “I too did not expect things to turn out this way. Mu Wuji forcibly shoved someone in.”

  Chen Yuan indifferently said, “Hehe, Han Shan. I was the one at fault this time. I will return everything.”

  The youth in blue called Han Shan hurriedly said, “How can I take back the gifts I’ve given teacher Chen.”

  Chen Yuan nodded in admiration. He lightly tapped the table as he said, “Although Zhou Yuan has become a first class disciple, it’s not like you don’t have any chance at all.”

  “According to the rules, competition is encouraged amongst the new disciples. You are currently at the second layer Alpha-Origin, while Zhou Yuan is merely at the quasi Alpha-Origin. You only need to find a chance to challenge him, and once you succeed, you will naturally replace him as a first class disciple.”

  “Tomorrow will be good. That kid will have already enjoyed a night in the little house, so he will not be overly unhappy even if beaten back to where he belongs.”

  Joy immediately flitted across Han Shan’s eyes when he heard this. “Does teacher Chen mean that...”

  Chen Yuan glanced at the former and said, "If you defeat him in front of everyone, I will take away his first class disciple status and transfer it to you."

  Han Sheng was over the moon. "Thank you for the advice teacher Chen!"

  In his opinion, Zhou Yuan would not be any problem as long as he had Chen Yuan's approval. To Han Shan, it was just too easy to deal with a quasi Alpha-Origin.

  Chen Yuan grinned widely as he waved his hand.

  Upon seeing this, Han Shan tactfully withdrew.

  Chen Yuan toyed with the cup in his hand as he watched the former leave. He chuckled to himself as he said, "Zhou Yuan is not tactful at all. I’ve already waited for a good half of the day, if he had voluntarily come to offer me generous gifts, I may have sheltered him a little. Unfortunately…”

  "He's just too stupid."

  "Although it isn't appropriate for me to personally go after you, if you are eliminated in accordance to the rules, even the two elders above me won’t have anything to say.”

  In the outer mountains, besides himself as the manager, there were two outer mountain elders. However, these two elders usually did not give any attention to such matters. Hence, it could be said that Chen Yuan was the greatest authority in the outer mountains.

  ...

  Night gradually arrived, enveloping the mountain forests. On the contrary however, the outer mountains only grew even more busy.

  After the disciple classification announcement in the day, hidden undercurrents flowed violently between the numerous new disciples. As the saying went, wherever there were people, there will be conflict. Even the Cangxuan Sect was no exception.

  Majority of the new disciples were fresh off the boat. Several of the more quick-witted ones began to call friends together to form factions. In any place, a faction would clearly have an advantage over an individual.

  The existence of first class disciples became the core of several groups, rapidly increasing their status.

  As such, the brightly lit little houses in the mountains became a hub of activity.

  ...

  In one of the little houses, several dozen people were gathered, making the atmosphere pretty lively. Luo Song was also included amongst them.

  Two individuals were seated in the center like a moon surrounded by stars. Calm indifference filled their expressions as they enjoyed the respect from the surrounding crowd.

  These two were obviously first class disciples.

  One was called Wei Wu, while the other was named Xu Ao.

  Luo Song wore a bright smile as he declared, “Hehe, all of us will follow brother Wei and brother Xu in future.”

  The others nodded. Wei Wu and Xu Ao were sure to enter the seven peaks and had bright futures ahead of them. Now was clearly the best time to curry favor.

  Wei Wu chuckled and said, “All of us from the other continents cannot compare to the local Shangzhou geniuses. So we naturally need to take extra care of each other.”

  One of the individuals in the group angrily said, “Those from the Shengzhou Continent are really too arrogant. Just earlier, I tried to invite a second class disciple on brother Wei’s behalf, but that fellow didn’t give any face at all.”

  Wei Wu’s expression darkened slightly when he heard this, but he still waved his hand and said, “We just have to do our best. Since the Shengzhou geniuses are so prideful, there is no need for us to be friendly just to be snubbed.”

  Xu Ao nodded in approval.

  “There seems to be two other first class disciples from the Cangmang Continent, shall we go rope them in?” Suggested someone.

  Luo Song sneered. “You mean the one that went through the backdoor?”

  Wei Wu shook his head. “Don’t bother with the Cangmang people. I heard earlier that Han Shan will be making his move against Zhou Yuan.”

  “Although Han Shan is a second class disciple, he is one of the local Shengzhou geniuses that has several formidable friends. Now that he has decided to move, Zhou Yuan will be beaten back to where he belongs tomorrow."

  Luo Song’s eyes brightened when he heard this. Soon after, he chuckled and remarked, “What an unlucky guy. He can only enjoy a single day of first class disciple status before falling to the bottom again.”


  The others also roared in laughter, before no longer mentioning this subject. They clearly already believed that ZHou Yuan would be the loser.

  Similar situations had happened several times in many places after all.

  Therefore, practically everyone came to know in a single night that when tomorrow came, Zhou Yuan would become the shortest lived first class disciple in history...

  ...

  The next day.

  When the first rays of the morning sun broke through the clouds and shined on the mountain forests, the outer mountains immediately became a hive of activity.

  Zhou Yuan pushed open the doors and walked out of the little house with Yaoyao.

  The moment they left, they saw a group of people hurriedly rush towards them. It was Shen Wanjin and the rest.

  When Shen Wanjin and gang lifted their heads to see Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao emerge together, their mouths fell open, before looking at him with admiration.

  Any man would understand such a gaze.

  They clearly never imagined that the usually so aloof and distant Yaoyao that was as cold and proud as a goddess would be subdued by Zhou Yuan.

  As people did not know the details, they had clearly misunderstood the two of them.

  The corners of Zhou Yuan’s mouth twitched as he shot a glance at Yaoyao. The latter’s pretty face was even calmer than his own, practically no desire to explain the situation. Hence, he could only sigh, not bothering to say much about the issue either.

  “What is it?” He looked at the worried crowd.

  Only then did Shen Wanjin recall that there was a serious matter to report. Sweat dripped down his fat face as he anxiously said, “Not good little Yuan bro, I heard that someone is going to take your first class disciple status today!”

  “So it has come after all.” Zhou Yuan’s expression did not change when he heard this. He knew that such a situation would definitely occur. After all, who asked him to appear like the easiest target?

  “Do you know who it is?”

  Shen Wanjin immediately answered, “He’s called Han Shen a second class disciple from the Shengzhou Continent, second layer Alpha-Origin.”

  Zhou Yuan’s eyes narrowed slightly as he faintly nodded.