Holy Fist
Chapter 245 - 130 Elixir Reward, Evil Ghost Invasion

Chapter 245: 130 Elixir Reward, Evil Ghost Invasion

"Good lad!"

"Hahahaha..."

In the crowd, Chen Liao walked out.

On his elderly face was a look of satisfaction and contentment.

A school’s core disciple represents the face of a school. Bai Xiao’s consecutive defeats of three of Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall’s core disciples, including the second core, were definitely a significant boost to the school’s reputation. Furthermore, since the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall and Fierce Bird Sect did not get along, seeing the former being stepped on was a most pleasing sight for the Fierce Bird Sect.

Beside him, Sect Leader Yan Qi also cast an appreciative gaze towards Bai Xiao.

After the battle to besiege the Horror Bird Organization’s first stronghold, Yan Qi knew through the battle achievements that Bai Xiao was not simple. But he hadn’t anticipated him being this remarkable. He originally thought Bai Xiao would be on par with Xiang Nan, the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall’s second core disciple, fighting to a standstill, and that would have been enough.

Enough to refute the previous doubts raised by Luo Yan, the Deputy Master of the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall.

But to his surprise, Bai Xiao proved to be incredibly commendable.

In front of the crowd from Huaisui City’s three great schools and one great martial arts hall, he powerfully defeated Xiang Nan, showcasing formidable personal strength and the style of the Fierce Bird Sect. Now, Luo Yan had even less to say.

"I didn’t expect you to improve so quickly..."

"Xiang Nan has been defeated by you, I certainly wouldn’t be your match either," Second Senior Sister Xia Shi said with a helpless shake of her head, sighing.

Previously, she had sparred with Xiang Nan from the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall. Although it wasn’t a life-or-death fight, they both went all out. Xia Shi’s Thorny Power was a bit stronger, while Xiang Nan’s hand-to-hand skills were fiercer. They both had their wins and losses, but overall, it was an even match.

With Bai Xiao defeating Xiang Nan, it was the same as defeating Xia Shi.

There was no doubt about it.

As long as the Fierce Bird Sect made it through this special period, it was a foregone conclusion that Bai Xiao would replace Xia Shi as the second elder brother of the Fierce Bird Sect.

Of course, Xia Shi had no dissatisfaction.

For her, competing for the numbered core position was meaningless. Breaking through to the Martial Fighter realm was Xia Shi’s goal she’d poured her heart into for the past few years.

...

On the other side of the spectator area, the section occupied by the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall.

Luo Yan’s face had darkened to the extreme, his entire countenance had collapsed.

Before the sparring began, he had his arms crossed, adopting a light and confident demeanor as if he had everything under control. After the three matches, the smirk at the corner of Luo Yan’s mouth first transformed into an expressionless face and then quickly turned grim. In the end, he looked as somber as someone whose family member had just died.

"Uncle Master, I’m sorry..."

On the ring, Xiang Nan, utterly exhausted, was assisted down.

He opened his mouth to speak,

But between the gaps of his teeth, there was already the taint of fresh blood.

"First go back, we’ll talk when we get back," Luo Yan said, taking a deep breath and addressing everyone.

However, just as he was about to lead the team away from the Martial Arts Association,

An annoying figure appeared on the essential route to leave the gymnasium. There stood Yan Qi, his broad and strong build, making his fight suit look tight and swollen, with an intimidating presence blocking the way.

"Master Luo, in such a hurry to leave?" a deep voice rose as Yan Qi smiled, like a smiling tiger.

"Dammit..." Luo Yan felt a sinking feeling inside him, the thing he feared most had happened. He wanted to leave with the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall to avoid being pressured into taking a stance while being at a disadvantage, wanting to play dead and stall for time. Having to help the Fierce Bird Sect against the Horror Bird Organization was an even less appealing prospect than death for Luo Yan.

After a moment of silence, Luo Yan pointed to the three disciples beside him and said,

"My three disciples from the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall are injured; we must return to the headquarters quickly for treatment. If any conditions are left behind, it will affect their martial arts path..."

"Heh heh..."

"So that’s how it is," Yan Qi said, barely suppressing a smile, not moving an inch.

He turned around and pointed to Bai Xiao, who had been deliberately brought over.

"Master Luo, what do you think of this disciple of my Fierce Bird Sect? Does he have the strength to break out from a second-level Void Demon’s encirclement? Is he qualified enough to be targeted by the Horror Bird Organization?"

On his left, Bai Xiao saw Sect Leader pointing to him and naturally straightened up, puffing out his chest. His dark eyes, like deep pools, swept towards the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall.

Especially lingering on the three defeated disciples multiple times.

Only then did he match gazes with Luo Yan, who was visibly angry.

A tense atmosphere slowly began to spread.

Up close, Luo Yan’s presence was quite terrifying, bringing a significant sense of oppression.

But Bai Xiao was not afraid at all.

Because, right beside him was Sect Leader Yan Qi!

You dare to try coming up and starting a fight?

If you really dare...

Then the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall might as well get a new Deputy Master by tomorrow.

At the gymnasium, beside the ring, Luo Yan fell silent for a while.

He wanted to explode with rage but didn’t dare to.

Eventually, he could only snort coldly and say to Bai Xiao, "You’re formidable!"

Following that, he waved his hand, "Let’s go!"

At once, members of the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall took their steps.

Heading out of the gymnasium with somewhat low spirits.

This time, Fierce Bird Sect Master Yan Qi didn’t stop them.

Since Luo Yan’s roundabout admission of defeat was enough, expecting him or the Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall to openly support the idea that the Horror Bird Organization was a common enemy was impossible. However, by acknowledging Bai Xiao’s strength, it was tantamount to an implicit acceptance of it. At least, it would be more challenging to openly trip them up.

Thus, the Fierce Bird Sect would definitely be able to get some support from the Martial Arts Association. The other two major schools would probably cooperate somewhat.

And that was enough.

Yan Qi never expected the various forces to fully cooperate in dealing with the Horror Bird Organization. Without a common interest, why would others invest resources, manpower, and effort for you? To thoroughly eliminate the trouble, the Fierce Bird Sect would still need to rely on themselves.