Tian did not easily get up, and looked at Lin Jingyu with a gloomy face, his voice coldly saying "Good skill! Good murderous aura!"

  "Brother Lin, apologize quickly."

  Lin Jingyu was young and vigorous, with tightly furrowed eyebrows. He took a step forward and said to Zhang Xiaofan standing beside him: "Xiaofan, I was wrong earlier. I said it was just a test of our respective cultivation, but my move was immeasurable. Sorry."

  "Nothing, nothing."

  Everyones face changed at Da Zhu Feng, Tian Bu Yis anger in his heart grew even more, he suddenly took a step forward, and a flush of anger flashed across his face.

  Zi Huas face changed greatly. Unlike Lin Jingyu, he had been in the Qingyun Gate for a long time and knew that although the Dazhu Peak was far inferior to the other six peaks in terms of strength, Tian Bu Yi and his wife Su Ru were actually incredibly powerful. Each peak had always been wary of underestimating them. Even Cang Song Dao Ren, who looked down on everyone, reminded him before he left: Tian Bu Yis temperament is not great but his cultivation is extremely high, and his wife Su Ru is also a famous talented woman in the Qingyun Gate, so even the gate master Dao Xuan Zhen Ren respects them three points, so unless absolutely necessary, dont go provoke him.

  Lin Jingyu was completely unaware of this, but judging from his appearance, even if he knew, he probably wouldnt take it to heart. At a young age, his arrogance was extremely heavy, and it seemed that he had been spoiled by the excessive pampering of Master Cangsong.

  Tian Bu Yi looked even more annoyed at his appearance, just about to take action, when suddenly a figure flashed by, Su Rou was already standing beside her husband, pulling him back, with a faint smile on her lips, and said in a low voice: "At such an old age, quarreling with a junior fellow disciple, what does it look like?"

  Tian was taken aback, stopping in his tracks. Qi Huan hastily stepped forward to block Tians path, forcing a smile as he said, "Uncle Tian is magnanimous, so please spare us on account of our master; dont bother with these juniors."

  Zhang Xiaofan saw that Lin Jingyu had provoked Master Tian, and his heart was anxious. In his eyes, Lin Jingyu, who was also an orphan from Caomiao Village, was like his own brother. At this time, seeing Qi Huan pleading for Lin Jingyu, he felt a warmth in his heart, and couldnt help but run out to kneel in front of Master Tian, saying: "Master, its all the disciples fault. Seeing Jingyu, no, I mean Lin Shixiong coming with his sword, I just wanted to see his cultivation, so I took action. Everything is the disciples..."

  Tian Yes heart was already depressed, and a surge of anger couldnt be vented, so he suppressed it. Qi Hua was still okay, but seeing Zhang Xiaofan kneeling in front of him, talking nonsense, looking stupid and annoying, his heart ignited with anger, and he shouted: "Shut up, useless thing!"

  As he spoke, Zhang Xiaofan waved his sleeve, and suddenly felt a strong gust of wind blowing in his face. His body became light, and the air around him seemed to disappear. He felt dizzy and disoriented, with his head heavy and his feet light. Then, a powerful force surged forward like a tsunami, sending his entire body flying backward uncontrollably towards the wall of the Guardian Hall. With a loud crash, he smashed into the wall and fell to the ground. At that moment, Zhang Xiaofan felt dizzy and disoriented, with a sweet taste in his throat. He spat out a mouthful of blood with a loud "whoosh".

  Everyone in the Shoujing Hall was stunned.

  "Dad!" Tian Linger shouted out loud, rushing over to help Zhang Xiaofan up. Lin Jingyu almost simultaneously rushed over as well. Seeing the bloodstain on Zhang Xiaofans chest, he felt his anger surge upwards. If it were him who was injured, he might not have been so angry, but seeing that Zhang Xiaofan had pleaded for mercy on his behalf and ended up in such a state, Lin Jingyu couldnt care less about the consequences anymore. He turned around and shouted loudly at Tian Naye, "Short and fat one, what did you do?!"

  As they spoke, the Dragon-Slaying Sword seemed to sense its masters concerns and its blue light grew stronger once again.

  The field was not easy to double eyebrows upside down, fearing that it was not given to this sentence short and stout child to be angry to the point of seven orifices smoking, sleeves waved, "whoosh" disappeared in front of everyone.

  "Be careful, young master."

  Lin Jingyu had long been on guard in his heart, and at this moment, seeing Tian Buyis figure like a ghost, he immediately raised the Dragon-Slaying Sword to his body, using the swords energy to protect himself.

  Just as he was about to be struck, Tian Nais stout body suddenly appeared in front of him, his eyes blazing with a fierce green light that seemed to materialize out of thin air. The green light and sword energy were still three feet away from his body, but they couldnt advance another inch. Lin Xingyus heart skipped a beat as he saw Tian Nais furious gaze almost touching his own face. Panicked, he retreated hastily, his footsteps echoing "thud thud thud". Even so, the Dragon-Slaying Sword remained steady, hovering in mid-air to protect its master.

  Tian did not easily laugh coldly, his right hand swiftly extended, and was inserted into the sword energy, a layer of red awns appeared on his palm, resisting the green light. In the blink of an eye, he actually grabbed the Dragon Slashing Sword in his hand.

  Zi Huan immediately rushed into the arena and shouted loudly: "Master Tian, spare your blows!"

  Tian Bu Yi did not pursue, instead letting Qi Hao shield Lin Jing Yu behind him, his eyes fixed on the Dragon-Slaying Sword in his hand.

  At this time, almost all the sword auras had dissipated, but the dragon-slaying sword seemed to have a spirit, and in Tian Bu Yis hand, the sword tip flickered and struggled ceaselessly, illuminating half of his body with a green light, yet still unable to break free.

  Tian Bu Yi raised his eyes and gazed forward, coldly saying: "The Dragon-Slaying Sword is indeed a divine sword of the Nine Heavens, but its not necessarily invincible in the world!" As soon as he finished speaking, his five fingers suddenly exerted force, and the Dragon-Slaying Sword was like it had received a heavy blow, instantly becoming still. After a moment, the entire sword suddenly radiated a bright green light, shining brightly, and its aura was unknown how many times stronger than when Lin Xing Yu held it. Qi Huan lost his voice: "Tian Shu Shu..." Tian Bu Yis face was as cold as frost, not saying another word, his right hand tightly grasping the Dragon-Slaying Sword, from top to bottom, using force towards Qi Huan and Lin Xing Yu, making a slash in mid-air. A sharp, piercing sound rang out, and in an instant, a green light column, like a raging torrent, shot out, forming a massive green energy pillar that was over two people tall, like a furious wave cutting through the air.

  Qī Huǎng gritted his teeth, both hands simultaneously raised the sword manual, with a "ting" sound, a white-colored immortal sword swiftly appeared, precisely his long-neglected "Hàn Bīng".

  Time flies, in the blink of an eye, Tian Naiyis green sword aura broke through the air. Qi Huan protected Lin Jingyu and retreated several steps, his right hand sword gesture continuously drawing, "Ice Sword" white light flashing rapidly, cold air surging, in an instant, seven ice walls were formed in front of them.

  Only the sound of "peng, peng" continued to ring out, and the green mang sword energy had already collided with the ice wall. But unlike when Lin Jingyus sword collided with the ice wall earlier, this time the dragon-slaying sword was like a hot knife through butter, shattering the ice with a loud crash, and in an instant, it struck the seven layers of ice walls into powder, sending ice shards flying everywhere. The green mang sword energy didnt decrease by half a point, but instead became even more fierce, like a raging dragon roaring angrily, baring its teeth and claws as it charged towards Qi Huan.

  Zi Haos face turned pale, unable to avoid it, he could only exert his full strength, his ten fingers moving in unison, the Frost Sword emitting a myriad of white lights, condensing into a shield that blocked in front of him.

  "Hum", a loud noise, the green mang sword energy struck the white light, although it didnt shatter immediately, but instantly pushed the white mang back. Qi Huans eyes widened, using all his strength, he barely managed to block the seemingly unstoppable green mang sword energy in front of him. At this moment, he only felt the green mang flashing before his eyes, the wind howling fiercely, close at hand, as if facing a ferocious beast face to face, making ones heart tremble with fear.

  Before he could even calm down, the surging green light pressure came pressing over him again and again. Qi Huan used all his strength to maintain the white light, but his feet were already unable to support him, and he was directly pushed back by Ying Das power.

  From the start, Tian Bu Yi stood still, his hand holding the dragon-slaying sword, its green mang sword energy growing stronger and stronger. Qi Huan and the others were pushed back to the entrance of the Shou Jing Tang, and they continued to be pushed back, especially after leaving the Shou Jing Tang and entering the empty space, where the green mang grew even more vigorous. Wherever it passed, the empty space was as if it had been cut by a giant blade, with deep gullies over a foot deep, shocking to behold.

  This astonishing green sword energy shot out from the Guardians Hall, forcing Qi Huan and the other back three more zhang. At this time, the white light in front of Qi Huan had been compressed to within half a foot of his body, and he himself was also breathing rapidly, his face turning from red to pale, and his feet unknowingly sank deep into the ground. After a moment, Qi Huan finally let out a loud cry, unable to hold on any longer, the white light disappeared, and the Frost Sword was struck by an enormous force, shooting up into the sky, losing control.

  Zi Hao and Lin Jingyus faces were pale, only to see the surging green sword energy rushing towards them in an instant, their lives hanging by a thread, but suddenly stopped, suspended in mid-air.

  Zi Haos palms were sweating, and he didnt dare move at all.

  After a while, the green mist seemed to lose control and slowly dispersed.

  Clang!

  A sharp sound rang out, and the Frost Sword fell again, stuck in the ground in front of them. Qi Huans frightened soul slowly calmed down, and he hastily bowed towards Shou Jing Tang, saying: "Thank you, Master Tian, for sparing our lives."

  Lin Jingyu, who was standing beside him, couldnt help but lower his head when he saw that the unremarkable Tian Naiyi actually possessed such extraordinary abilities.

  "A sharp whirring sound pierced the air once again, and the two of them jumped in fright. However, they saw a green light flashing from the Guardians Hall, and an object flew out. A blue glow flickered as the Dragon-Slaying Sword shot into the air, landing steadily right in front of the duo, stuck in the ground beside the Frost Sword. The two swords formed an intersecting shape, quivering ceaselessly."

  "Go!" Tian Bu Yis voice had returned to its calm state, echoing out from the hall, his cold intent clearly revealed.

  Zi Hao hastily responded with a sound, pulled Lin Jingyu who was still looking around the hall, and the two of them put away their swords, not daring to stay any longer, and flew away.

  The disciples saw Tian Bu Yis anger and didnt dare to breathe, especially Zhang Xiao Fan, who was seeing Tian Bu Yis magical powers for the first time and was extremely impressed. He almost forgot about his chest injury, but when he lost focus for a moment, the wound hurt so much that he cried out "Ah" in pain, gritting his teeth.

  Tian Bu Yi heard Zhang Xiao Fans cry of pain, and looked over at him. Zhang Xiao Fan gritted his teeth and endured it, lowering his head. Tian Bu Yi looked at him for a moment, but didnt say anything else, instead looking one by one at the disciples standing in a line beside him.

  Everyone lowered their heads and didnt dare to exchange glances with him.

  Tian sighed deeply, shook his head slightly, and walked towards the back hall with his hands behind his back. Su Ru looked at her husbands back and said loudly to the crowd, "You can all go down first."

  The disciples responded in unison, and Tian Ling helped Zhang Xiaofan up. Together with the others, they walked out. When everyone had left the Quiet Hall, Su Ru walked alone into the back hall. As soon as she passed through the hall door, she saw Tian Naye standing on the corridor, staring blankly at the green bamboo in the courtyard.

  Su Ru walked over and came to her husbands side, softly saying: "Why is the fire so big today?"

  Tian did not easily shake his head. He didnt answer, but instead asked: "Just now when Linger and Lin Jingyu fought, Qi Huan condensed ice to form a wall to block the Dragon Slaying Sword, did you see it clearly?"

  Su Ru sighed and said: "He didnt take out the Frost Sword."

  Tian hummed and said, "At the last Seven Veins Grand Trial, Qi Huan still needed to rely on the power of his immortal sword to condense an ice wall. I didnt expect that in just a few decades, he would already reach this level." He turned his head to look at Su Rou and asked, "You were watching from the side just now, what do you think his cultivation has reached?"

  Su Ru said lightly: "He was calm and composed when casting his spell, with power to spare. At the very least, he has reached the eighth layer of the Jade Clear Realm."

  Tian didnt say anything, but Su Rou continued for him: "No one under the Great Bamboo Peak is a match for him."

  Tian didnt easily look deeply at his wife, slowly turned his head, gazing at the lush bamboo garden, as winter approached, they gradually withered and turned yellow. He was lost in thought.

  After a while, he suddenly said: "How is Lao Qi?"

  Su Ru looked at him, a faint smile playing on her lips, and said: "What else can I do? Youve beaten me to the point of vomiting blood!"

  Tian didnt seem to have moved, but his short and stout body stirred slightly. However, he didnt turn around and said calmly, "Tonight, you take a large yellow pill and go see him, lest he pretends to be dead tomorrow and we end up with nothing to eat."

  Su Ru smiled silently.

  As night fell, the sky turned dark.

  Zhang Xiaofan slowly walked back to his residence, pushed open the door, and the monkey Xiao Hui, who had been following him all along, was the first to rush into the room. Next came Da Huang, a dog that had become extremely affectionate with Xiao Hui in just one day, also followed them in. The monkey and dog played and frolicked in the room without stopping, filling it with "Woof woof woof" and "Squeak squeak squeak" sounds.

  Zhang Xiaofans mouth curled up slightly, and he walked over to the table and sat down. His chest still hurt vaguely, but his mind was filled with the various magical techniques of Tian Nanyi and others during their battle, and he couldnt help but let out a sigh.

  "Whats wrong all of a sudden?" A soft and gentle voice came from the doorway.

  Zhang Xiaofan was startled and turned around to see that it was his teachers wife, Su Rou, standing at the door. The night wind blew gently, causing her clothes to flutter lightly, and she looked like a fairy. He quickly stood up and said, "Teachers wife."

  Su Rou walked up to him, put her hand on his shoulder and smiled: "Its okay, you sit down."

  Zhang Xiaofan was flabbergasted, not daring to disobey, and sat down. Su Ru carefully examined his complexion again, then reached out to feel his chest, nodded, and said: "Its okay, nothing serious." As she spoke, she took out a small white bottle from her bosom, poured out a yellowish pill the size of a thumb, and handed it to Zhang Xiaofan, saying: "Take it."

  Zhang Xiaofan hesitated for a moment, then took it and swallowed it. A moment later, he felt a warm energy rising from his lower abdomen, spreading to his limbs and head, making his whole body feel warm and comfortable. Even the faint pain in his chest disappeared.

  Zhang Xiaofan was both surprised and delighted, stood up and moved his body around, everything was normal, the divine medicine was incredibly effective. He was overjoyed in his heart, and quickly thanked Su Ru: "Thank you, Masters wife."

  Su Ru smiled and nodded. She put away the small bottle, sat down on another chair, and said: "No need to thank me, it was your master who asked me to bring you the Dahuang Dan."

  Zhang Xiaofan was taken aback and said: "Isnt Master angry with me?"

  Su Ru looked at him and smiled: "He asked me to come see you. Of course, its not your fault. But I dont know if you blame him?"

  Zhang Xiaofan was startled and hastily said: "Nothing of the sort, Masters wife, I wouldnt dare..."

  Su Ru raised her hand and stopped Zhang Xiaofan from speaking, saying softly: "Xiaofan, listen to me for a few words, okay?"

  Zhang Xiaofans heart suddenly skipped a beat, and he said in a low voice, "Yes. Shifu."

  Su Rou said: "During the day, your master hit you with his hand, it was indeed his fault. I saw it clearly from the side, he regretted it after hitting you. Its just his temper..."

  Her face was filled with a faint sense of pity, and she continued: "Its just that he has always been strong-willed, and his pride is extremely important to him. So even if he has regrets in his heart, he wont say it out loud. You mustnt blame him."

  Zhang Xiaofan shook his head and said, "Masters wife, I dont dare blame Master, I can only blame myself for being too stupid and making Master angry."

  Su Ru looked at him and sighed: "Actually, its not your business either. Cultivating the truth and practicing the Tao depends on each persons qualifications. Although it is said that diligence can make up for clumsiness, there is still a difference after all. Your master understands this in his heart, and what he is worried about is not this."

  "Then whats bothering Master?" Zhang Xiaofan asked.

  Su Ru smiled faintly, with a hint of helplessness between her eyebrows. "Talents like Qi Huan and Lin Jingyu are hard to come by, but now the Qingyun Gates Dazhu Peak is declining day by day. Your masters cultivation is high, but he is often ridiculed by his fellow masters because of his disciples. He has a strong personality and its very difficult for him to bear, and he worries that after he ascends to immortality, the Dazhu Peak will never rise again, which would be unforgivable to our ancestors. This heavy burden is all on his shoulders, and in fact, he is very bitter."

  Zhang Xiaofan fell silent, and Su Rou immediately came to her senses, shaking her head with a bitter smile: "Really, whats the point of saying these things to you, a 14-year-old kid?" She stood up, patted his shoulder, and said: "Get some rest early."

  Zhang Xiaofan responded with a "yes" and said: "Yes, Masters wife, you go slowly."

  Su Rou nodded and walked out. Zhang Xiaofan saw her off to the door, watching as Su Rous figure disappeared from view before returning to his room.

  As soon as he entered the room, his eyes suddenly lit up, and in the flickering candlelight, a beautiful woman in red stood beside the table, her face as lovely as a lotus flower, and as charming as a peach blossom.

  He stared blankly ahead, his heart suddenly racing, and called out in a low voice: "Shi Jie!"