The numerous disciples present cast their gazes over.
If it was two months prior, not a single one of them would have answered Zhou Yuan’s call. However, Zhou Yuan’s reputation had recently rose, making no one dare to underestimate him. Thus, they had decided to come here out of respect after listening to Qiao Xiu’s words.
Zhou Yuan’s expression was calm as he gazed upon the group. There was no beating about the bush as he said, “I believe everyone has already heard of how Lu Feng intends to divide the top ten spots in the peak selection ceremony.”
Everyone could not help but frown slightly upon hearing this.
Zhao Kun let out an icy chuckle. “This matter may even be related to junior brother Zhou Yuan.”
“Are you trying to say that if there was no feud between me and Lu Feng, he would put up with you guys?” Zhou Yuan’s eyes hardened slightly as he looked towards Zhao Kun and said in a cold voice, “Hoping for others be more lenient and give you some scraps, is this all your dignity is worth?”
By the side, Qiao Xiu and Shen Wanjin were alarmed, not expecting Zhou Yuan’s words to be so sharp even at the start.
Sure enough, the numerous disciples present began to buzz angrily, rage filling their eyes as they looked towards Zhou Yuan. Their proud selves were evidently unable to accept Zhou Yuan’s words.
Zhao Kun’s complexion turned green with anger as he gnashed his teeth and said, “You do have a way with words, why not go reason with Lu Feng.”
A trace of unhappiness could also be seen on Song Wanxi’s pretty face as she said, “Junior brother Zhou Yuan, you should also know how powerful Lu Feng is. What else can we do but be accommodating?”
“If you asked us here only to humiliate us, then we will not accompany any further.”
Zhou Yuan’s eyelids lowered slightly as he looked towards the indignant crowd and said, “Looks like you guys still have a bit of fight in you. If not, it would have been meaningless to gather you.”
He shook his head, looking directly at them as he cut straight to the point. “I’ve asked all of you here to tell you that I intend to contest for first place with Lu Feng in the peak selection ceremony.”
“If you guys don’t plan on struggling for those two pathetic spots, listen to my instructions when the time comes.”
Qiao Xiu grabbed his face. Zhou Yuan’s words were way too direct. It seemed as if he had no plans of trying to properly talk things out.
Sure enough, the numerous disciples looked to each other, before sniggers began to emerge.
“What shameless boasting. A first layer like you intends to vie for first place with Lu Feng?” Zhao Kun was the first to lose control. “How much did your arrogance swell after defeating Zhu Yue in a Genesis technique match?”
“Naive. Time is pressing for me, so I’m afraid that I can’t afford to entertain your delusions any longer.”
Zhao Kun coldly snorted as he stood up, intending to leave.
Song Wanxi also shook her head. Zhou Yuan seemed to be way too arrogant.
There was only indifference on Zhou Yuan’s face as he watched Zhao Kun stand up. The former knew that words were useless with these proud and unyielding fellows. The only way for them to submit was to beat them till they were convinced.
Hence, he immediately said, “Receive a strike from me and I will apologize right here, right now.”
“Arrogant!” Zhao Kun’s eyes widened as he laughed in anger.
Rumble!
However, Zhou Yuan could no longer be bothered to speak. He formed a seal with one hand, before his palm suddenly flew forth.
Vigorous Genesis Qi abruptly erupted, akin to a flood of gold as it roared out from Zhou Yuan’s palm. When it surged out, it seemed to turn into a giant lizard covered in dragon scales that released a dragon like roar.
An extremely alarming aura violently unfurled.
This palm strike had clearly been imbued with the Nine Dragons Canon!
The Genesis Qi faintly shaped like a giant lizard was the dragon type Genesis Beast essence blood Zhou Yuan refined. However, it appeared somewhat indistinct because he had yet to fully refine it.
Even so, the strike was imposingly powerful, tearing apart even the ground itself.
A ferocious aura pounced towards Zhao Kun, causing his expression to change drastically. It was as if a high tier grade 4 Genesis Beast was charging towards him, intending to trample him into the ground.
He did not dare to delay. With a loud yell, Genesis Qi also exploded from his body, the power of the third layer undoubtedly on full display.
Boom!
His foot slammed into the ground as his body shot forth like a flash of light, colliding with the roaring giant lizard made from Genesis Qi.
Wild winds devastated the surroundings, causing cracks to extend across the ground.
Thump!
Under the now stupefied gaze after gaze, the menacingly charging Zhao Kun was blown away by the giant lizard a split second later. He heavily crashed into a wall of the mountain, causing cracks to fill the entire wall.
The area around the mountain creek was deathly silent.
Zhou Yuan was expressionless. With a wave of his sleeve, the giant Genesis Qi lizard returned into his hand.
Plop.
Zhao Kun fell from the mountain wall, and crashed into the ground as he spat out a mouthful of blood. He raised his head, shock and fear in his eyes as he looked towards Zhou Yuan, evidently never expecting his three layer strength to be incapable of receiving even a single blow from Zhou Yuan.
Song Wanxi’s red lips were slightly ajar, her full chest heaving slightly as she stared deeply at Zhou Yuan.
"Is there anyone else who wants to leave?" Zhou Yuan's voice was shockingly calm.
Silence. Everyone was silent, not daring to make any noise. The scrutiny from before had now completely vanished. One must know that Zhao Kun was ranked seventh amongst the ten great outer mountain disciples. However, even someone like him had been defeated in a single strike. How terrifyingly powerful did one have to be to achieve such a feat?
They had believed that no matter how strong Zhou Yuan was, he would at most be a little stronger than them. Yet, the scene before their eyes made them understand how wrong they had been.
“Are you guys going to listen now?” Zhou Yuan’s gaze swept across them.
Anyone who came into contact with it hurriedly lowered their heads in embarrassment.
Song Wanxi’s red lips parted slightly, and apologetically said, “We were blind earlier, I hope that junior brother Zhou Yuan does not blame us too much.”
Zhao Kun wiped away the blood at the corner of his mouth. He was a straightforward person, so after being utterly defeated by Zhou Yuan, he did not leave, but instead returned and sat down again. “You’re good, and I was the one who was blind earlier. Go ahead and let us know what should be done.”
The strength Zhou Yuan displayed had subdued them, causing certain thoughts to rise in their minds. Perhaps Zhou Yuan did have the power to contend against Lu Feng...
Qiao Xiu secretly breathed a sigh of relief. All of these guys were indeed miserable bastards. When words were used, they refused to listen, and only after being beaten did they submit.
Zhou Yuan glanced at Zhao Kun and said, “First, we will not accept their suggestion of leaving us only two of the top ten spots.”
Everyone exchanged a look. Of course they did not want to accept it, but...
“What do we do about Lu Feng? He said we have to go find him if we have any objections.” Asked someone.
Zhou Yuan’s expression was uncaring. “Who does he think he is?”
“Spread the word that we want six of the top ten spots. The Shengzhou disciples can only have four.”
Cold sweat emerged on the heads of Zhao Kun and the rest, even Song Wanxi’s lips stretched slightly taunt as she forced a smile. “I’m afraid Lu Feng will not agree.”
Zhou Yuan offhandedly said, “If they disagree, we�
�ll see which of us is more skilled in the peak selection ceremony.”
Someone weakly said, “With regards to quality, the Shengzhou disciples are indeed a little stronger than us. I’m afraid that we won’t be able to do much.”
Zhou Yuan’s gaze swept across the group as he said, “During the following month, I will guide your Genesis technique progress. Although there may not be giant leaps, it will definitely be better than your current rate situation."
Song Wanxi, Zhao Kun and the rest’s eyes could not help but brighten. They knew that Zhou Yuan seemed to be astonishingly talented in practicing Genesis techniques. If they had his guidance, they may even raise their strength to the next level.
“In return, all of you have to listen to me during the peak selection ceremony, whoever I direct you guys at, you guys will go and beat up.”
"Any objections?" Zhou Yuan slowly said.
This time, everyone nodded one after another, their eyes filled with burning excitement.
At the rear, Qiao Xiu and Shen Wanjin inwardly sighed in admiration upon seeing this. This was truly a beautiful move from Zhou Yuan. First intimidate them like a blast of thunder, before dangling a carrot in front of their eyes. All of these normally untamable elite disciples were immediately subdued into obedience...
As such, Zhou Yuan had suddenly changed from a lone ranger to an existence that was now able to match Lu Feng’s gang of Shengzhou disciples...
Qiao Xiu licked his lips as a fire began to burn in his eyes.
All of a sudden, the peak selection ceremony in a month was going to be an electrifyingly exciting event.
Chapter 256 Trouble Knocking at the Door
News of Zhou Yuan recruiting elite disciples from the other continents swiftly spread in the outer mountains, undoubtedly causing a giant wave to rise.
Of course, the declaration Zhou Yuan made next was even more shocking.
Out of the top ten spots, the non Shengzhou disciples would take six, while the Shengzhou disciples shall have the remaining four!
These words were akin to the impetus for a volcanic eruption, numerous Shengzhou disciples openly mocking them.
"Haha, this is the joke of the century. Ever since the Cangxuan Sect was founded, there has never been less than five Shengzhou disciples amongst the top ten in the peak selection ceremony!"
"Such shameless bragging from Zhou Yuan. Who does he think he is? Can't imagine how he dares to allocate the top ten spots!"
"Looks like he's lost his mind, does he believe he's senior brother Lu Feng?"
"Humph, we Shengzhou disciples are blessed by the heavens, and should naturally enjoy better treatment. Who does Zhou Yuan think he is? I heard that he even plans on vieing for first place with senior brother Lu Feng, what a joke."
"It seems that defeating Zhu Feng and obtaining victory over Zhu Yue in the Genesis technique match has given him the impression that there's no one capable amongst us Shengzhou disciples, how cocky."
"Let's see how he'll take responsibility for his words this time. Truly a fool who doesn’t know the immensity of the heavens.”
“......”
The outer mountains descended into boiling anger, a tsunami of opposition exploding from the Shengzhou disciples as if they had been greatly humiliated.
In response to the enormous ruckus, even more non Shengzhou disciples inwardly curled their lips. Where was all this self-righteousness when you guys decided that you would be taking eight of the top ten spots and leave two for us as ‘charity’?
Now that someone had finally stood up amongst the non Shengzhou disciples, these guys were acting as if they had been utterly humiliated, and would never let this matter drop.
Hence, many non Shengzhou disciples secretly applauded Zhou Yuan’s decision to bravely step forward. Although they did not know why he dared to so openly face Lu Feng, it was better than before, when everyone was so afraid of Lu Feng that no one had the courage to even raise his or her head.
However, they did feel somewhat awkward. This matter would certainly draw violent backlash from the Shengzhou disciples, backlash that they did not know whether Zhou Yuan would be able to deal with. If he failed, his bold declaration would only turn into a joke, making them have to bow their heads even lower in front of the proud Shengzhou disciples.
...
Genesis Mountain.
The training sessions here were not missed by a single outer mountain disciple, with the exception of Yaoyao…
However, there was something different about the atmosphere today, a faint hint of tenseness and hostility in the air.
Countless gazes sneaked glances towards a certain spot near the peak, where Zhou Yuan was seated on his cultivation platform with his eyes closed, no hint of any other emotion on his calm face.
Many gazes also looked towards another cultivation platform nearby, where dressed entirely in white, was Lu Feng, an equally nonchalant look on his face.
The atmosphere covering Genesis Mountain was strangely tense.
This lasted for a long time, before a figure suddenly stood up. It was a young man with fierce eyes, vigorous Genesis Qi pulsing around his body.
It was Qin Zhen. He was not some unknown individual, but the number six amongst the ten great outer mountain disciples.
He looked towards Zhou Yuan with hostility, before lifting his leg as he began stomping menacingly towards the latter.
Figure after figure also stood up, following behind him. Their eyes were filled with toying looks as they gazed towards Zhou Yuan.
A dozen figures soon gathered.
All of them were first class disciples, while also from the Shengzhou continent. Any one of them was usually objected to admiration and respect. When all of them were gathered together, they became a force that was exceptionally intimidating.
The expressions of several non Shengzhou disciples changed slightly, feeling somewhat nervous. From the looks of it, these Shengzhou disciples were going to cause trouble for Zhou Yuan.
“That’s Qin Zhen, ranked six amongst the outer mountain disciples…”
“Do you see the silver hair young man beside him? That’s Lei Hongtao, an even more formidable character that’s ranked fourth amongst the outer mountain disciples.”
“The others are no ordinary individuals too.”
“It seems that they don't have friendly intentions."
“.....”
Numerous whispers spread as every gaze on Genesis Mountain shifted over.
When Lei Hongtao, Qin Zhen and the rest menacingly walked towards Zhou Yuan, the expressions of Qiao Xiu, Zhao Kun, Song Wanxi and gang changed slightly. How could they not know what the other party was up to. Their gazes immediately converged, and a split second later, figure after figure stood up and gathered behind the trio, before moving to stand in front of Zhou Yuan.
Countless gazes watched the two parties that were about to collide, their hearts jumping erratically in their chests. These two groups were basically composed of the elites amongst this batch of outer mountain disciples.
If they were to clash, it would be an earth shaking event.
"Lei Hongtao, Qin Zhen, what are you guys planning on doing?!" Asked Qiao Xiu in a low voice.
"Qiao Xiu, Zhao Kun, scram!" There was an ominous look in Qin Zhen's eyes, no trace of any civility in his words. Powerful Genesis Qi burst from his body as a suffocating pressure spread.
"Qin Zhen, do you think I'm made from mud?!" Zhao Kun was also a proud individual. His eyes immediately hardened as he too stepped forward, violence brimming from his eyes as he looked towards Qin Zhen.
"Oh, have your balls grown Zhao Kun? Do you really believe you've found a reliable backer?" Qin Zhen's tone was filled with ridicule.
"But the Sky Dipper Hand you practice is still slightly lacking compared to mine. Have you already forgotten the lesson I taught you the last time?”
Zhao Kun's gaze turned icy. Genesis Qi swirled around his hands as they faintly expanded, undulations vio
lently pulsing from them.
By Qin Zhen's side, the silver hair youth called Lei Hongtao spoke up in an indifferent voice, "Zhao Kun, this matter does not concern you guys. I advise you to open your eyes a little wider, and not be so easily tricked by others. There are some people who have no ability, but wield their tongues with impeccable finesse."
His gaze seemed to sweep to the back, where Zhou Yuan was seated, clearly putting no effort to conceal the disdain within them.
Song Wanxi's lips opened slightly as she calmly said, "What we do is our own business. There's no need for senior brother Lei's concern."
Lei Hongtao coldly snorted. "Junior sister Song, in our previous bout, your Black Ying Scripture really caught me off guard. However, I've now mastered the Red Yang Law, so feel free to come at me again.”
Song Wanxi frowned a little upon hearing this. She naturally knew that the Red Yang Law just so happened to counter the Black Ying Scripture she practiced.
Qin Zhen coldly chuckled, no longer bothering with them as his gaze looked straight towards Zhou Yuan. “Zhou Yuan, didn’t you say that we Shengzhou disciples can only occupy four of the top ten spots? We’re here to find out what right you have to say such things!”
His expression turned serious as he stepped forward, his thunderous voice rumbling across the entire Genesis Mountain.
“So get your ass over here!”
“If you don’t give us an explanation today, you will not be able to walk out of Genesis Mountain!”
Chapter 257 Suppressed
Qin Zhen’s thunderous voice echoed, causing the hearts of countless disciples to jump in their chests. From the looks of it, these Shengzhou disciples intended to deal with Zhou Yuan today.
They obviously knew that Song Wanxi and the rest derived their confidence from Zhou Yuan, so as long as they were able to force him into submission in front of everyone here, the other disciples would naturally understand that the dignity of the Shengzhou disciples was not to be challenged.
Gaze after gaze converged on Zhou Yuan.
Qin Zhen sternly looked at Zhou Yuan and said, “Humph. Zhou Yuan, if you apologise to us Shengzhou disciples today, we can act as if we never heard those words you said previously.”
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