It was only now that she realized how naive and ridiculous she had been before.
“Qiushui has amazing judgement.” Yi Qianji couldn’t help but compliment her.
They had all questioned Yi Qiushui’s decision before, but she had refused to back down. Now, they finally understood who was right in the end.
If Zhou Yuan hadn’t stepped forward, their clan would have inevitably lost the battle as well as the position of Prefecture Lord.
That would have been a disastrous outcome.
Yi Qiushui was similarly staring at Zhou Yuan’s slim body with sparkling eyes. In truth, she had also not anticipated this result.
In the beginning, she had merely felt that Zhou Yuan shouldn’t be weaker than an ordinary advanced Divine Dwelling stage expert, and didn’t really place all her expectations on him.
But he had now shown that he wasn’t ordinary at all!
Yi Qiushui furtively smiled, causing her oval face to look even more beautiful and charming.
In contrast to the shock and joy on that Yi clan’s side, the atmosphere on the Qiu clan’s side was gloomy and lifeless. Everyone’s faces were ashen, and there was even murderous intent spouting uncontrollably from Qiu Long’s eyes.
How could they accept such a result!
The Qiu clan had schemed and endured for so many years to grasp the opportunity that had finally presented itself today. They had even paid a huge price to ask the Heavenly Spirit Sect for support—securing Mo Yuan, a heaven pride ranker on the Divine Dwelling List!
They were fully confident of success!
Who could have imagined that a boy would appear out of nowhere and tear their perfect plan to pieces.
“That little bastard!” Qiu Long's face contorted in anger.
Besides rage, Qiu Long also felt a little fearful because of the potential Zhou Yuan had displayed. Zhou Yuan was already very difficult to deal with at the intermediate Divine Dwelling stage, how strong would he be once he reaches the Heavenly Sun stage?
The Qiu clan had already become enemies with Zhou Yuan. If they allowed him to reach the Heavenly Sun stage, he would become a real danger to the Qiu clan in the future.
Qiu Long's expression changed dramatically as he coldly hissed, “That boy can’t be allowed to remain!"
Killing intent rapidly spread outward.
He abruptly stepped forward as his voice faded. Powerful Genesis Qi erupted, forming a huge blazing sun behind him whose rays could reach several hundred miles away.
“What a ruthless boy!
“Mo Yuan is an important disciple of the Heavenly Spirit Sect. How dare you cripple his arm. I will capture you and let the Heavenly Spirit Sect deal with you!”
Qiu Long's enraged voice resounded throughout Xuanzhou City, cunningly throwing out the Heavenly Spirit Sect’s name to deter everyone present. After all, given the Heavenly Spirit Sect’s status in the Tianyuan Region, nobody dared to challenge them.
Boom!
With a thunderous roar, Qiu Long thrust his palm as dazzling Genesis Qi whizzed out, transforming into a giant Genesis Qi hand that grabbed at Zhou Yuan.
The giant hand pulsed with fiery waves of energy. This was the Heavenly Sun Qi, which was only formed in the Divine Dwelling once one stepped into the Heavenly Sun stage. The nature of this qi was similar to the sun and was powerful enough to burn mountains and boil the sea. Its power was infinite.
Qiu Long’s attack was clearly overflowing with intense murderous intent. He had not held back at all.
Qiu Long's sudden attack surprised everyone. Even Zhou Yuan was taken aback for a moment before his eyes turned biting cold, and his body moved like a ghost, reappearing next to Qiu Ling.
Qiu Ling's expression changed as he hurriedly retreated.
But Zhou Yuan merely sneered. A hand bolted forward and clutched Qiu Ling’s throat as Zhou Yuan coldly said, “If you want him to die, then come!”
The huge hand froze in the air.
Qiu Long's face twisted as he fumed, “You bastard, let go of my son!”
“Qiu Long, what do you think you’re doing!”
But it was also at this moment that Yi Qianji returned to his senses. His figure moved and appeared on the battlefield. With a flick of his sleeve, a torrent of Genesis Qi roared out, blasting the Genesis Qi hand to pieces.
Liu Tianying also appeared, laughing, “Qiu Long, you are the head of the Qiu clan and yet you shamelessly tried to attack a young junior. Do you want the Qiu clan to lose all face?”
Qiu Long's face darkened. It had been his best chance to kill Zhou Yuan earlier, but who would have thought that the kid would be so vigilant and cunning? Zhou Yuan immediately took Qiu Ling hostage, forcing Qiu Long to act with restraint.
The crowd in Xuanzhou City also returned to their senses and immediately expressed their displeasure with Qiu Long’s action.
How could they not see that Qiu Long couldn’t bear the Qiu clan’s failure and wanted to vent his anger on Zhou Yuan?
Qiu Long’s face twitched when he heard the contemptuous hissing, but he was too thick skinned, and he pretended not to hear anything as he stared at Yi Qianji and Liu Tianying. “This boy is too vicious. He crippled Mo Yuan’s arm and should be taught a lesson, isn’t that right?”
Yi Qianji sneered, “On the battlefield, it’s always a fight to the death, did you think they were just playing around?”
Qiu Long swept a cold glare at Zhou Yuan. “Yi Qianji, Mo Yuan’s master is hall master Gu Yan, you should also be aware of this.”
Yi Qianji scrunched his brows into a frown. He had obviously heard of Gu Yan before. Gu Yan was one of the nine hall masters of the Heavenly Spirit Sect, as well as an expert of the Nascent Source stage.
However, this person was not only narrow-minded but also notorious for being someone that should not be trifled with.
Noticing the change of expression on Yi Qianji’s face, Qiu Long’s tone relaxed as he calmly explained, “Since Zhou Yuan has crippled one of Mo Yuan’s arms, we must give an explanation. If the Yi clan doesn’t want hall master Gu Yan to personally come knocking at your door, let me bring him to see hall master Gu Yan. It should only be a small punishment.
“Yi Qianji, think carefully and don’t make a mistake!
“Hand him over!”
His tone was extremely threatening.
Chapter 778 Thigh
Zhou Yuan remained calm as he listened to Qiu Long’s words. His hand tightened around Qiu Ling’s throat while the Genesis Qi circulating within his body quickened. He would take Qiu Ling as hostage and flee the moment Yi Qianji showed any sign of backing down.
This was because he couldn’t guarantee that the Yi clan would protect him under the pressure of Heavenly Spirit Sect.
While numerous thoughts were running through Zhou Yuan’s mind, a cold voice filled with anger sounded before Yi Qianji could reply. “Patriarch Qiu Long, it is you who should start reflecting before it's too late!”
Zhou Yuan turned around to see Yi Qiushui staring at Qiu Long in anger as she continued without any intentions of backing down, “The rules of the Prefecture Lord battle were set by supreme sovereign Cang Yuan. What you are doing now completely disregards his rules.
“Who gave you the courage to do so? Is it hall master Gu Yan?”
Qiu Long’s expression changed. He would never dare to admit to the crime of ignoring the rules decided by supreme sovereign Cang Yuan. In fact, even hall master Gu Yan would not dare to do so if he was here.
He didn’t expect the gentle looking Yi Qiushui to be so vicious with her words.
“Don’t put that hat onto me. I didn’t ignore the rules of the Prefecture Lord battle. It’s just that the boy crippled Mo Yuan’s arm, and I want him to go explain to hall master Gu Yan.” Qiu Long's eyes flashed with anger.
Yi Qiushui coldly said, “No need, you can find my grandfather if you need any explanation.
“If my grandfather isn’t enough, I will report this matter to Lady Chi
Jing for her to decide.”
Qiu Long froze for a moment as his face paled. He didn’t expect Yi Qiushui to be so unyielding and not even give face to hall master Gu Yan because of some unknown boy.
No other clan head would make such a clear-cut stand.
After all, it won’t be a simple matter if they offended the Heavenly Spirit Sect in the Tianyuan Region, even if Yi Qiushui's grandfather held a position in the Elder Committee…
The countless boos and hisses in Xuanzhou City grew louder and louder. Every gaze was filled with contempt as they looked towards Qiu Long. It was clear that Qiu Long’s actions had made the Qiu clan lose a lot of face today.
This could be said to be a complete loss.
Qiu Long had no choice but to swallow his anger. In the end, he frostily glared at Zhou Yuan and yelled, “Hurry up and let Qiu Ling go!”
He was unwilling to let Zhou Yuan go, but he also knew that there was nothing he could do if the Yi clan insisted on protecting Zhou Yuan.
Yi Qiushui looked towards Zhou Yuan and gently said, “Don’t worry, if he doesn’t know what’s good for him, my Yi clan will not let this matter rest.”
She knew that Zhou Yuan was still guarded against them. He was in an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar people, it was only natural to feel unsafe after offending a clan with a Heavenly Sun stage expert.
Zhou Yuan looked at Yi Qiushui and pondered for a moment before he finally released Qiu Ling. Qiu Ling glared at Zhou Yuan with a furious expression as if wishing he could swallow him whole.
Zhou Yuan ignored him and remarked with a calm smile, “Patriarch Qiu Long is truly impressive. If there’s a chance, I will pay a visit to the Qiu clan for pointers in the future.”
Given the current situation, there was already no way to avoid a grudge with the Qiu clan. As such, it was impossible to improve their relationship no matter how he behaved.
Of course, given Zhou Yuan's personality, it was impossible for him to become amiable with them even if they wanted peace later on. If Zhou Yuan had a chance in the future, he would definitely get his revenge.
Therefore, he didn’t mind saying such words to make the Qiu clan even more uncomfortable.
“You have a sharp tongue, but don’t celebrate too early. You have crippled one of Mo Yuan’s arms, and his master will certainly not let you off,” warned Qiu Long.
“Boy, you're still too inexperienced. You don't know the consequences of offending the Heavenly Spirit Sect in the Tianyuan Region.
“I feel you won’t have a chance to visit in the future.”
Zhou Yuan shrugged. “I don’t need the head of the Qiu clan to worry about me.”
But there was a sudden feeling of apprehension in his heart. It seemed he needed to hurry and cling onto the thigh of his senior sister Chi Jing. After all, he was currently alone, and it was impossible for him to face a colossal monster like the Heavenly Spirit Sect.
Qiu Long icily snorted. The surrounding mocking gazes made him embarrassed to stay any longer. With the wave of his hand, a dozen figures sped to where Mo Yuan was buried, dug him out and swiftly left.
Qiu Long also departed with the members of the Qiu clan.
Cheers erupted in the City as countless people cast excited gazes towards Zhou Yuan. Strength would always be recognized regardless of place.
Moreover, Zhou Yuan, an intermediate Divine Dwelling expert, had defeated Mo Yuan, who was a ranker on the Divine Dwelling List.
One could easily imagine the commotion this matter would cause once it spread. Zhou Yuan would likely become quite famous in the Tianyuan Region...
Figures began rushing forth from around the stone platform and several buildings, ultimately arriving before Yi Qianji and the others to offer their congratulations.
These were the leaders of the many factions in Xiaoxuan Prefecture who had been observing on the fence earlier because the outcome between the Yi and Qiu clans wasn’t clear. Since the Yi clan had now won and would take charge of Xiaoxuan Prefecture in the future, they naturally had to come forward to express their support.
Although Yi Qianji wasn’t happy with these people who went whichever way the wind blew, he did not show his displeasure.
The surging Genesis Qi around Zhou Yuan gradually faded. Yi Qiushui approached, studying his naked upper body as she teased, “Your figure isn’t bad.”
Zhou Yuan forced a laugh and hurriedly put on some clothes.
“Zhou Yuan, thank you,” Yi Qiushui sincerely said as her beautiful eyes regarded Zhou Yuan.
She knew that if Zhou Yuan hadn’t turned the tides, her Yi clan most likely would have been swept away by Mo Yuan in the Prefecture Lord battle, and they would eventually be forced to give up the position of Prefecture Lord.
“I merely did what I was paid to do.” Zhou Yuan chuckled.
“So what do you think? Although I'm expensive, the price was pretty worth it, right?”
If the young men and women of the Yi clan were to hear such words before today’s events, they would most likely have mocked and ridiculed him. But all of them were currently smiling, and even Liu Ming was pursing her lips.
Their gazes were full of curiosity and admiration when they looked towards him.
Yi Qiushui smiled. Soon after, she stated in a serious voice, “Definitely worth it. One hundred Divine Dwelling medicines can’t be compared to the Prefecture Lord position.”
“How about you consider taking care of me long-term?” asked Zhou Yuan.
“Ah?”
Yi Qiushui was taken aback for a moment before she panicked. What did Zhou Yuan mean? Although Yi Qiushui had countless admirers over the years, it was the first time someone had talked to her in such a manner. Was this some kind of confession?
“As long as you provide enough Divine Dwelling medicines for my training,” Zhou Yuan hurriedly added. He currently needed a huge amount of Divine Dwelling medicines. Even the hundred high-grade Divine Dwelling medicines he was going to receive weren’t going to last for long.
He could feel that a tremendous amount of cultivation resources would be required for him to ascend to the advanced Divine Dwelling stage. It was easy for other people to polish their few Divine Dwellings, but his nine mutated Divine Dwellings were terrifying resource consumers.
Before he could hug senior sister Chi Jing’s thighs, he felt that he shouldn’t let go of the long legs of Yi Qiushui.
As such thoughts flitted past in his head, he couldn't help but glance at Yi Qiushui’s legs, which were in fact quite long and slender.
Yi Qiushui clenched her teeth as she glared at Zhou Yuan. “You have defeated Mo Yuan and your value isn’t the same as before. I can’t afford to take care of you in the long term.
“Besides, I should congratulate you. From today onwards, you're going to become quite famous in the Tianyuan Region.”
Zhou Yuan let out a melancholic sigh. He didn’t care whether or not he was famous; he would rather have more Divine Dwelling medicines. This girl had become more shrewd and was no longer easy to fool.
Looks like he had no choice but to find his senior sister now.
Chapter 779 Gu Xi
In the next few days, what happened during Xiaoxuan Prefecture’s Prefecture Lord battle spread beyond the prefecture at an astonishing speed and caused constant uproar.
Of course, if it were just an ordinary Prefecture Lord battle, it wouldn’t have attracted so much attention. After all, there were nine hundred prefectures in the Tianyuan Region, and Xiaoxuan Prefecture wasn’t particularly special among them.
But no one would have thought that the Prefecture Lord battle of Xiaoxuan Prefecture would involve Mo Yuan, a heaven pride who was ranked on the Divine Dwelling List of Hunyuan Heaven.
And the key point was that...Mo Yuan lost!
He lost to a strange young man at the intermediate Divine Dwelling stage!
In the Tianyuan Region, there were countless Divine Dwelling experts, but only thirty-eight of them could be ranked on
the Divine Dwelling List. Although Mo Yuan was ranked near the bottom, no one dared to underestimate his strength.
Given Mo Yuan’s potential, he was certain to reach the Heavenly Sun stage in the future, and those at the Heavenly Sun stage could be considered the real pillars of the Tianyuan Region.
In the future, if Mo Yuan had sufficient opportunities, he may even be able to advance to the Nascent Source stage.
Cultivators of the Nascent Source stage, whether in the Tianyuan Region or the whole Hunyuan Heaven, could be considered top experts who can’t be ignored.
And it was precisely because Mo Yuan had quite a bit of fame in the Tianyuan Region that this matter caused such significant uproar.
Thus, after countless inquiries, information about the young man who defeated Mo Yuan also disseminated.
Zhou Yuan, intermediate Divine Dwelling stage, background unknown.
The unfamiliar name announced the birth of a dark horse in the Divine Dwelling stage. The various factions in the Tianyuan Region weren’t surprised by this, because the Tianyuan Region was far too vast. There were nine hundred prefectures, and no one knew how many heaven prides were hidden across the land. Those who had not made themselves known were not necessarily weaker than the rankers on the Divine Dwelling List.
The emergence of similar dark horses, although uncommon, still happened from time to time.
Most of these dark horses were full of arrogance and wanted to amaze the world with a single brilliant feat. Therefore, dark horses often emerged in important events...
Of course, no matter how many hidden dark horses there were, at least the very least, Zhou Yuan’s name had spread throughout the Tianyuan Region this time.
Zhou Yuan’s fame was achieved by stepping on Mo Yuan, which some people secretly gloated over. This wasn’t directed at Zhou Yuan but at the Heavenly Spirit Sect.
After all, the Heavenly Spirit Sect was powerful and influential, and they had offended many people before. It was amusing to see the domineering Heavenly Spirit Sect suffer a defeat.
But there were also some who felt apprehensive. Zhou Yuan was too reckless. Although he had defeated Mo Yuan, he had angered the mighty Heavenly Spirit Sect and would likely run into many troubles in the future.
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