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Chapter 281 - 281 260 Fame Spreads Across the World

Chapter 281: Chapter 260: Fame Spreads Across the World! Chapter 281: Chapter 260: Fame Spreads Across the World! And the Heavenly Core Condensing Realm is a very important division in Martial Arts.

If Qi Absorption Gang Condensation is the initial glimpse into the path and True Yuan Reach Profound is entering the hall, then the Core Realm is basically considered crucial, and in Jianghu, they are called Grandmasters!

What is a Grandmaster?

It is someone who can teach others and establish a new sect…

Within a state, if any sect can produce a Core Realm powerhouse, they are basically catapulted to the status of a first-class power, and to some extent, the local government has to treat them with extreme caution.

Moreover, the most important thing is that those in the Core Realm have already begun to gradually estrange themselves from the category of mortal flesh.

Below the Core Realm, all are mortals; even if they possess extraordinary strength, their lifespan is but a hundred years, and there are scarcely any who live past a century.

And what about those in the Core Realm?

As far as Chen Yuan knows, upon forming their core, they live for three scores of years.

Meaning, Grandmasters of the Core Realm have a lifespan of one hundred and eighty years.

The division of the Hidden Dragon List is precisely because of this, deeming those below the Core Realm, regardless of talent or strength, as merely Hidden Dragons. Advancing to the Core Realm is to emerge as a Transformation Dragon.

Chen Yuan’s rise to the Hidden Dragon List revealed his significant potential in the Core Realm, attracting far more attention than before, making his name known across the world, acknowledged as a genius.

With the introduction about himself from the Ascending Immortal Tower in his hand, Chen Yuan remained silent. The descriptions were very detailed, including the events of the battle at Dragon Tiger Sect.

“Congratulations, my lord, on reaching the top fifty,” Mo Donghe said with a smile on his face.

The higher Chen Yuan climbed, the happier he was, for the rising tides would bring him benefits too. Fortunately, he had boarded Chen Yuan’s soon-to-set-sail ship.

With a long sigh, Chen Yuan placed the missive down and casually waved it off without saying much more.

Chen Yuan didn’t place much importance on titles that offered no substantial reward and held only some reputation; while the intelligence from Ascending Immortal Tower was indeed accurate, it couldn’t possibly list everyone.

He believed that there must be unlisted geniuses in this world, perhaps those who disdained such recognition or those who cared little for fame and fortune.

“How are things at Shenxiao Hall?”

Drumming his fingers on the table, Chen Yuan asked with narrowed eyes.

Mo Donghe replied, “My lord, we have received a message from them, they will wait at the mountain gate to welcome my lord tomorrow!”

“Hmm.”

Seeing that Shi Yunlong’s injuries were healing quickly, Chen Yuan naturally would not sit idle and decided it was time to prepare. As long as Wei Xin agreed to help,

it would be possible to schedule a move against Gold Mountain Monastery.

He had given up on counting on Zhang Xuan’s help; he could only hope that Wei Xin’s decline in strength wasn’t too severe.

Watching Chen Yuan lost in thought, Mo Donghe’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he asked in a low voice:

“My lord, are you… about to be transferred?”

Opening his eyes, Chen Yuan’s gaze sharpened as he stared at him:

“Who told you that?”

This matter was known only to him and Tao Qingyuan!

Previously, when Chen Yuan made his breakthrough, Tao Qingyuan had already sent news to Jiang He, the Golden Envoy of Qingzhou. A couple of days ago, he replied, stating that Chen Yuan was not suitable for the position of the Green Envoy of Nanling, and that he should visit Qingzhou City to meet him once his Realm was stable, to discuss his arrangements.

Tao Qingyuan thought that Jiang He might want to transfer him into the State City for his service and might even focus on cultivating him because of his potential.

These possibilities left Chen Yuan with some speculation and confusion about his future; he disliked the uncertainty.

Fortunately, Jiang He did not force Chen Yuan to set a specific time for traveling to Qingzhou City, which was a relief for him. At the very least, he would wait until after Gold Mountain Monastery was dealt with.

Perhaps, by then, other circumstances might arise.

“It’s my speculation,” Mo Donghe hastily replied, fearing Chen Yuan might think he was overstepping his boundaries as a subordinate.

The longer he followed Chen Yuan, the clearer he understood his character, which can be summed up as preferring those who are obedient and not fond of those who are flamboyant and disobedient.

You take what I give you, and if I don’t offer, you must not ask for it.

“Speculation…”

Hearing this word, he came to a realization.

Indeed, now that he had broken through to the Reach Profound Realm, as per the rules, he could not stay in Nanling Prefecture much longer. A prefecture could only have one principal official, and having an additional Reach Profound Martial Artist would cause dissatisfaction and even disputes.

“Even if I’m transferred, I will take you all with me,” Chen Yuan said, glancing at Mo Donghe.

These people were handy to use, and it would be even better if they were a bit stronger.

“Thank you, my lord, for your recognition,” Mo Donghe expressed his relief upon hearing Chen Yuan’s definite answer. It wasn’t that Tao Qingyuan treated them poorly, but Tao Qingyuan’s approach was too placid for his liking.

What he wanted was a superior like Chen Yuan, fearless, eliminating completely anyone who provoked them – that was the way a real man should act.

Moreover, Tao Qingyuan’s potential probably peaked at his current level, but Chen Yuan was different; he had a brilliant future and potential ahead.

A voice inside him whispered that by following Chen Yuan closely, he could attain wealth and status, becoming an influential person in the world.

If he missed this opportunity, he would regret it for life.

“Retire.”

Chen Yuan nodded.

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The night passed without incident, and in the blink of an eye, it was the next day.

After completing his daily sword exercise routine, Chen Yuan, disguised and accompanied by Mo Donghe and several others, left the city and headed straight for the location where Shenxiao Hall’s mountain gate was. He had disguised himself to avoid attracting attention to his movements.

Ever since he had destroyed Dragon Tiger Sect and Azure Flood Dragon Association, Chen Yuan noticed that there were quite a few people lurking around his residence, watching him covertly.

This was quite normal, indicating that Chen Yuan had acquired a power and influence that instilled fear in others, compelling them to keep a watchful eye on him from close by.

The location of Shenxiao Hall was not too far from the Prefecture City and was not on a mountain but in a valley. The number of pavilions and palaces surpassed those of the Dragon Tiger Sect.

Upon being brought inside, one could also see that the overall strength of the Shenxiao Hall disciples surpassed that of Dragon Tiger Sect’s. The only pity was that there was no one like Xu Lingtian, a genius of his kind.

However, this was not necessarily so. Shenxiao Hall might have such disciples, but they simply hadn’t grown up yet.

The founding of Shenxiao Hall was later than the Dragon Tiger Sect, but its strength always surpassed the latter. In the whole Nanling Prefecture, only Gold Mountain Monastery was a force capable of overpowering Shenxiao Hall.

In the early years, when Wei Xin was at his peak, Shenxiao Hall’s influence covered a vast majority of Nanling Prefecture and even extended to the nearby state prefectures. Many disciples of Shenxiao Hall were looking forward to Wei Xin taking another step forward and leading Shenxiao Hall to a new era.

Unfortunately, he never managed to cross that threshold.

Chen Yuan saw that Wei Xin was in a secret chamber of Shenxiao Hall. Mo Donghe and the others were left outside, and he had to enter alone.

After some consideration, he agreed.

He was also curious to see what kind of tricks Wei Xin might pull, daring to posture in front of him. Was it just a bluff, or was it confidence in the strength of Shenxiao Hall?

The secret chamber was not very large. As Chen Yuan walked in, he instantly saw a white-haired old man sitting cross-legged with his back to him, the room brightly lit by candles all around.

The door to the secret chamber was closed from the outside. Chen Yuan calmly approached the old man who was facing away from him.

“Although I have been secluded in the valley for a long time, I have still heard many rumors about Lord Chen. May I know what brings you to Shenxiao Hall this time?” An aged voice came from the white-haired old man.

“The Envoy has arrived, yet Hall Master Wei does not reveal his true face?” Chen Yuan responded, stopping about ten feet away from Wei Xin.

Wei Xin, seated and meditating, slowly lifted into the air, turned his body in the void to face Chen Yuan directly. His white hair and beard were like winter snow; his face was sallow, his nose high and prominent, with a pair of long eyebrows resting on his face, and his eyes were brightly scrutinizing Chen Yuan, seeming to exclaim:

“Rumors say that Lord Chen is young, and it is only upon meeting you today that I can confirm it. Indeed, you are worthy of being a genius who made it to the top fifty of the Hidden Dragon List.”

“You flatter me, Hall Master Wei.”

Chen Yuan had not found a suitable title for Wei Xin. Calling him brother was clearly inappropriate, and calling him senior was not fitting either—so he had to use the formal title of Hall Master.

“My humble abode is simple, Envoy Chen please forgive me.”

Having said that, a cushion beside Wei Xin flew up and landed in front of Chen Yuan, but he did not sit down and remained standing:

“Hall Master Wei need not be so courteous.”

“For what purpose has Lord Chen come?”

Wei Xin seemed uninterested in small talk and returned to his initial question—what was Chen Yuan doing there.

“I have come to save Shenxiao Hall.”

“Hmm?” Wei Xin’s eyes narrowed.

“Fa Hai of Gold Mountain Monastery is currently preparing for Core Formation. Once he succeeds in his breakthrough, Shenxiao Hall will certainly be impacted, even to the point of having to submit to him.

I detest those monks; there is no shortage of old grievances with them. Now, I’m prepared to invite Hall Master Wei to join forces with me.” Chen Yuan came straight to the point, observing his reaction.

Unexpectedly, Wei Xin showed little surprise and simply said:

“My old wounds have not healed, and I am not fit for battle. Lord Chen, I fear you have knocked on the wrong door. Please return; I shall not spread word of this affair.”

“Since I have come, I’m not prepared to return empty-handed, nor do I fear word spreading.” Chen Yuan stood with his arms behind him, calm and composed.

“Lord Chen has come to the wrong place.” Wei Xin repeated himself.

“No, I have not.” Chen Yuan said with conviction.

“Hmm?” Wei Xin was somewhat puzzled.

Chen Yuan slowly reached out to grasp his sword: “Since Hall Master Wei’s old wounds have not healed, naturally there is not much strength left. I’ve come at just the right time. I’m sure the years of accumulation in Shenxiao Hall will satisfy my appetite.”

Wei Xin: “….”

“What are you planning to do?” Wei Xin took a deep breath, glaring furiously at Chen Yuan.

“Isn’t it obvious? Since you hardly have any strength left, I naturally plan to destroy Shenxiao Hall and take some benefits.” Chen Yuan said with a stern face.

“You…” Amidst his growing anger, Wei Xin’s powerful aura quickly surged.

Without showing any surprise, Chen Yuan continued to hold the sword hilt and said:

“Either you agree to join forces to annihilate Gold Mountain Monastery and split the spoils, allowing Shenxiao Hall to start its revival from there. Or, Shenxiao Hall will follow in the footsteps of Dragon Tiger Sect and Azure Flood Dragon Association,

Hall Master Wei, make your choice!”

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Looking down, I see everyone’s will to update is a mix of day and dawn…