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Chapter 437 - 437 436 Big Banner Sect

437: Chapter 436 Big Banner Sect 437: Chapter 436 Big Banner Sect “Rest assured, I believe we will inevitably meet at the Azure Dragon Society gathering.”

“Azure Dragon Society!” Chou Sihai’s body shook slightly, and Duan Wuqing’s eyes also burst with light.

Indeed, a genius like Lin Xuan would not miss out on the Azure Dragon Society gathering.

“I must take my leave now.

Should an opportunity arise, I hope to see you again!” Lin Xuan smiled faintly, then gracefully departed.

“Lin, Lin Xuan, wait for me!”

From the crowd, Yun Duo, her face flushed, followed closely behind Lin Xuan.

The two quickly disappeared, leaving the Tea Garden.

…

Desolate Flame City.

These past few days, the city had been unusually lively since news about Lin Xuan had spread.

The people were shocked, utterly shocked.

In the Big Banner Mansion, Lord Iron Hand looked at Lin Xuan before him and nodded in satisfaction.

“Not bad, you truly have not disappointed me.

I will take you to headquarters, and then you will be able to participate in the selection battle for the Azure Dragon Society.”

“Thank you, Lord Iron Hand,” Lin Xuan expressed joyfully.

“However, I must caution you,” Iron Hand spoke solemnly, “defeating Duan Wuqing and Chou Sihai doesn’t guarantee you a spot in the Azure Dragon Society.”

“Keep in mind that neither Duan Wuqing nor Chou Sihai even qualify to compete for a spot.”

Lin Xuan slightly stunned, realizing the standards for the Azure Dragon Society’s qualifying battles were exceptionally high, so much so that even Chou Sihai and Duan Wuqing lacked qualifications.

It seemed that the experts of the Dragon Star Country were far more formidable than he had imagined.

“Thank you for the warning, senior.

I will do my utmost!” Lin Xuan responded respectfully.

“In fact, if you are willing to stay at the Big Banner Sect, you can definitely participate in the next Azure Dragon Society gathering.”

“With your talent, it is likely that few in the next gathering would match you,” Lord Iron Hand slowly said.

Learning that Lin Xuan had comprehended two Mental Realms, he had grown fond of the talent and wanted to recruit him into the Big Banner Sect.

“Thank you for your kind intention, senior, but I want to seize this chance,” Lin Xuan said firmly.

He felt no fear towards the selection competition; rather, he was excited.

First, when battling Chou Sihai and Duan Wuqing, he only exerted about half of his strength.

Moreover, he possessed the Evil King Crystal Stone, which could temporarily boost him to the Late-Stage Spirit Fusion Realm.

By then, even if he faced a Middle-Stage Spirit Transformation Realm Martial Artist, he was confident in his ability to fight.

“Alright, everything is up to you,” said Iron Hand, no longer pressing the matter.

He knew that geniuses were proud, and unless Lin Xuan faced some setbacks, he likely wouldn’t be satisfied.

Over the following days, Lin Xuan temporarily stayed and intensively cultivated each day.

Aside from absorbing energy from the Crystal Stone, whenever he had time, he contemplated the Void Spirit Illusion Step.

This Earth-Grade Martial Art exceeded his expectations; during the fight at the Tea Garden Meeting, he merely grasped the basics, but his speed already surpassed the previous Reverse Dragon Step.

If he could cultivate it to Small Success, his speed would likely exceed that of most Spirit Transformation Realm Martial Artists.

Time flew by, and before he knew it, a month had passed since he arrived here.

In this duration, by absorbing the energy within the Evil King Crystal, he successfully advanced to the Late-Stage Middle Spirit Realm.

Furthermore, his Void Spirit Illusion Step also made great progress; although it hadn’t reached the Small Success Realm, it was very close.

That day, Iron Hand summoned Lin Xuan again.

“Come, follow me to headquarters.”

Lin Xuan nodded and followed behind Iron Hand.

He concealed his Late-Stage Spirit Fusion Realm cultivation, showing only a Middle-Stage Spirit Fusion cultivation.

He did this firstly to keep his strength reserved, and secondly, to avoid drawing attention.

Otherwise, advancing to Late-Stage Spirit Fusion Realm in just one month could attract too much notice.

He didn’t want to be captured as a lab rat for study.

Lin Xuan concealed it very successfully, so much so that even Iron Hand didn’t notice.

The two boarded a Bronze War Chariot, pulled by three fierce snarling Flood Dragons, and sped towards the sky, vanishing from Desolate Flame City instantly.

…

As the day of the Azure Dragon Society gathering drew closer, various powers became active.

This was a grand era for the younger generation, concerning not only personal reputation but also the fate of their sects.

Because the Azure Dragon True Qi available at the Azure Dragon Society not only had miraculous effects for individuals, but even their respective sects would receive some fortunes.

Therefore, fully preparing for the Azure Dragon Society gathering was not just a matter concerning the younger generation but the entire sect.

In the Dragon Star Country, the top six powers each had five spots to directly participate in the Azure Dragon Society gathering.

Five spots were truly too few!

It’s essential to know that within a top faction, there might be hundreds of thousands of people, with countless genius disciples.

Yet, despite this, there were only five spots.

When Lin Xuan learned of this, he too took a deep breath.

Five spots; no wonder Iron Hand was so cautious, first testing his strength.

In a behemoth like the Big Banner Sect, with many genius disciples, Lin Xuan would have become a laughingstock there without sufficient strength.

Even now, Iron Hand didn’t hold much hope.

He still hoped Lin Xuan could participate in the next Azure Dragon Society gathering.

The headquarters of the Big Banner Sect were in Yong County of the Dragon Rise Country.

The three Flood Dragons were level eight Demon Beasts, equivalent to the Spirit Transformation Realm.

Even so, it took five full days of flight to reach Yong County.

The sonorous roar of the Flood Dragons echoed through the area, as the three dragons swiftly headed towards a majestic complex of buildings.

“Lord Iron Hand, Lord Iron Hand is back!” the Martial Artists below exclaimed upon seeing the Flood Dragons and the Bronze War Chariot in the sky.

Soon, a group of Martial Artists gathered below, each with a potent aura.

The weakest among them had Middle-Stage Spirit Fusion Realm cultivation, and the strongest held Spirit Transformation Realm cultivation.

All of them looked up at the sky with respectful expressions.

“We welcome Lord Iron Hand,” a group said reverently.

The three Flood Dragons paused in midair, snapping their terrifying jaws and snarling.

The Bronze War Chariot opened, and Iron Hand slowly emerged, followed by Lin Xuan.

The Martial Artists below, gazing into the sky, were astonished: “Who is that young man who can stay by Lord Iron Hand’s side?”

Moreover, when they sensed that Lin Xuan was only at the Middle-Stage Spirit Fusion Realm, their curiosity deepened.

Even so, no one asked aloud.

“My main purpose for coming back this time is to handle one matter, that is, the selection for the Azure Dragon Society’s spots,” Iron Hand spoke while walking in the air, his voice spreading far and wide.

“Inform them that the selection will officially start in ten days.”

“Yes!” the people below responded.

“Also, this is Lin Xuan.

From today onwards, he is also a member of the Big Banner Sect and will participate in the Azure Dragon Society spot selection.”

“Qing Shan, take Lin Xuan down to rest.”

“At your command,” a slightly plump young man responded.

“That’s all the help I can provide, whether you can participate in the Azure Dragon Society or not depends on your ability,” Iron Hand said, turning to Lin Xuan.

“Thank you, Lord Iron Hand,” Lin Xuan gratefully replied, then followed Qing Shan to the lodging.