Cosmic-Level Demon God
Chapter 191 - 134: Who is in Greater Danger, Who is Stronger in Actual Combat

Chapter 191: Chapter 134: Who is in Greater Danger, Who is Stronger in Actual Combat

"Within our control?"

Old Liang couldn’t help but still feel a bit worried, so he asked a question.

As Qin Shi’s top mentor, he naturally knew the inside story.

The Inspection Department’s Xinge Sword Operation was not launched by chance.

"I had a meeting with Little Chen and discussed a plan to stir things up a bit first and wait for the storm to rise before dealing with the bigger issues."

The "Little Chen" mentioned by the white-haired elder was Chen Ruofu, the Minister of Inspection in Tai’an.

Given his seniority and age, it was no issue calling him "Little Chen."

"Strong dragons don’t suppress local snakes. Those second-generation kids from Imperial Capital and Hai Province won’t learn unless they suffer losses.

They have always been arrogant and domineering in their own territories, always thinking that as long as they are not related to the Nine Families, everyone else is inferior."

The white-haired elder sneered, looking down at his withered hand, gently rubbing it as if there was sticky blood on it.

So what if they are descendants of the Nine Marshals?

He had killed plenty!

"Are the younger generation of the Ying Family really that brainless? I remember Marshal Ying was called the ’Wise Marshal,’ capable of foreseeing events and calculating fate..."

Old Liang’s tone was hesitant. During his youth, he had spent a long time in the army, always respecting and worshipping the Nine Marshals as gods.

"The Nine Marshals were indeed towering figures and unparalleled heroes, but many years have passed. Even hard stones have worn down to dust, let alone human hearts. Expecting the younger generation to excel and remain humble is just wishful thinking."

The white-haired elder looked down, his words carrying both indignation and a hint of regret.

"Furthermore, the Ying Family is meddling because they don’t want to see the successor who mastered the ’Void Meditation Technique’ stepping into the Galactic Frontier again... This involves unspeakable old grudges, not just wanting to step on your disciple.

Besides, to the Ying Family’s descendants, it’s like having an ant at hand; they can either let it go or crush it, depending on their mood."

An ant?

Old Liang didn’t like those words, a trace of killing intent flickering in his eyes.

The Nanhuang Daoist School had spread its branches, but the Hong Sheng lineage had only one successor.

If anything happened to the child when he was young, it would cut off the lineage completely.

"Calm down. As long as I haven’t closed my eyes for good yet, no one in Heng Province can harm a hair on your disciple."

The white-haired elder sensed Old Liang’s emotional turmoil and quickly reassured him.

With his Grandmaster-level vision and perception, he could roughly guess that something was sealed inside this crippled man’s body.

The strong aura of the Netherworld within him was almost as intense as that of a Great Demon with a 90% stage of corruption.

"Senior, I believe in your abilities."

Old Liang lowered his eyelids and said in a deep voice:

"But if something goes wrong, I will handle it in my own way."

The white-haired elder knew very well that a battle-hardened soldier who had seen major wars could unleash a terrifying level of destruction if completely unrestrained.

In a certain sense, Old Liang’s level of threat was not much lower than his own.

"Rest assured, I’m not an old-fashioned pedant. As a master, if I lose one disciple, it’s already a joke. If I lose another, my life is worthless."

The white-haired elder’s words were firm and resolute.

"With that from you, Senior, I am at ease."

Old Liang nodded slowly in approval, and the shadow bound by twelve Fire Torture Nails that coiled within his flesh quietly receded.

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...

Following the regular training schedule, Qin Shi, who had finished today’s lessons, was sent back to the talent apartment by the so-called Eighth Senior Sister, Jian Yuzhu.

"See you tomorrow morning, Junior Ten!"

Jian Yuzhu, lively by nature and fond of giving people nicknames, affectionately called Qin Shi "Junior Ten."

"Thank you, Senior Sister Jian."

Qin Shi politely expressed his gratitude; being escorted by a popular idol was considered a rare privilege.

From their conversations over the past few days, he learned that Jian Yuzhu hailed from Yunzhou and came from a distinguished family.

By some coincidence, she became a teenage idol signed with the well-known Celestial Entertainment, ranking among the top ten most popular.

It’s quite common for professionals on the Extraordinary Path to enter the entertainment industry as stars.

After all, the popularity of the Star Cup far exceeds that of any historical show, and with official promotion and approval, those professionals with highly developed life force naturally attract a fervent fan base, similar to contestants in competitive sports.

According to Jian Yuzhu, the most celebrated martial artists in Dongxia currently are Long Danzi and Yu Li, whose commercial value is exceptionally high, like veritable money trees.

"No wonder Teacher Lin is willing to invest in me; she must be eyeing the future role of my manager."

Qin Shi suddenly realized that if he became famous in the Star Cup and signed a contract with a major corporation,

as his value skyrocketed, he could repay the previous investment a thousandfold.

"So the original Top Ten are the prototype idols."

Imagining He Lanchan and Qi Wuxiang being cheered on by thousands of fans, Qin Shi chuckled as he entered the elevator.

"Hold on..."

He happened to run into Lu Hui, who had just finished his workout. Lu Hui reached out to stop the slowly closing elevator door.

Only to find that the person sharing the ride was Qin Shi.

The atmosphere immediately became awkward.

After Qin Shi’s last "display of wealth," Lu Hui had no choice but to admit that Qin Shi was indeed superior in every way.

But he was not discouraged; he redoubled his efforts and even asked his family for an "investment" to buy high-grade Energy Liquid to stimulate his sluggish life force.

However, when Lu Hui returned to the talent apartment to challenge Qin Shi, he was once again crushed by the terrifying score in the Gravity Room.

It was like staying up all night to rank up to Diamond, only to find that his previous opponent had reached the highest King level.

The gap in rank was so huge that it left him feeling completely incapable of catching up.

Lu Hui remained silent until the elevator was about to reach the sixteenth floor when he couldn’t help but ask:

"Have you... broken through forty points?"

Qin Shi didn’t ignore him; he answered honestly:

"Forty-nine points."

The light in Lu Hui’s eyes seemed to extinguish as he silently walked out of the elevator.

This value met the special admission standard for the Martial Arts System at Qiguang Heng University.

As he stepped out of the elevator, he paused and turned back to say:

"In a few days, the Education Commission will organize the top students of the talent apartment and top ten elites from other high schools’ elite classes to participate in the Inspection Department’s special operation film viewing.

I heard your school’s top student, Zheng Yun, will also be there. He somehow acquired five bottles of minerals, massively boosting his life force."

Qin Shi calmly nodded and said:

"Oh. It doesn’t matter; I’m not participating."

The elevator doors closed slowly.

Leaving Lu Hui in shock, this kind of extracurricular activity to gain knowledge and experience was something even the top students in the Tai’an Metropolitan Area would envy.

And Qin Shi showed no interest?

"Does he want to avoid direct confrontation with Zheng Yun?"

Lu Hui pondered. Given Qin Shi’s refusal of a match with him last time, it seemed this guy didn’t like to engage in fights.

"Focusing all energy and time on developing life force, so his combat abilities must be lacking!"

The shattered Dao Heart of Lu Hui seemed to mend slightly, lifting his spirits instantly.

He might not keep up with life force development, but when it came to actual combat, Lu Hui had never lost to anyone!