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Chapter 123 - 0123: Two Major Sects
Chapter 123: Chapter 0123: Two Major Sects
Beside Zhao Wuji, there sat a man in white training attire, who appeared to be in his forties or fifties.
Hearing these words, he turned his head to glance at Chu Ge, his eyebrows slightly furrowing: "Mr. Zhao, is this the person you mentioned..."
Zhao Wuji first cast an apologetic glance at the man before promptly pulling Chu Ge to his left, then introduced: "Come, Mr. Chu, let me introduce you. This is Master Zheng Lihong, the head of Zhengxing Martial Arts Hall."
After the introduction, he couldn’t help but sigh privately: "Master Zheng just turned fifty this year, but his martial skills are truly divine and unfathomable. If it weren’t for his stringent standards in accepting disciples, I’m afraid his martial arts hall could have turned into a sports hall by now."
Zhao Wuji’s words clearly pleased Zheng Lihong; however, he maintained a humble demeanor, waving his hands and saying, "Oh no, it’s all just friends hyping it up!"
At this point, Zhao Wuji also introduced Chu Ge to Zheng Lihong: "Master Zheng, this is Chu Ge, Mr. Chu, whom I mentioned to you before."
After everyone got somewhat acquainted, they each took their seats and lifted the teacups in front of them.
"I heard from Mr. Zhao that Mr. Chu is interested in learning about the martial arts hidden within the secular world?" Zheng Lihong asked Chu Ge, smiling.
Chu Ge glanced at Zhao Wuji and nodded: "Yes, indeed. I want to know some things."
"How much does Mr. Chu know about martial arts?"
"A rough understanding," Chu Ge cautiously replied. Over the years, he had been learning the cultivation technique from the Jade Pendant with his master in the mountains, hardly ever coming into contact with any hidden sects. And since his arrival in Shanghai, if not for Shi Weiyu and the Ghost Poison Sect member who died at his hands, he might not even have been aware of the existence of these concealed sects.
"That’s good then," Zheng Lihong nodded and commented, "It’ll save me a lot of explanation."
He sipped his fragrant tea gently, nodding in approval, "Delicious tea! Then let me continue. As far as the secular martial arts world is widely aware, there are mainly two sects and one clan. The two sects are Ghost Poison Sect and Vajra Sect. The one clan, is the Sunflower Sect."
Chu Ge’s spirit was lifted, pressing on: "Tell me in detail about Ghost Poison Sect and Vajra Sect."
"In detail?" Zheng Lihong let out a bitter smile, shaking his head: "If their information were so easily obtained, they wouldn’t be called hidden sects. What I can give you is only some rather rough information."
Seeing Chu Ge holding back from speaking further, Zheng Lihong continued: "Both of these concealed sects have a history spanning several centuries, with the Ghost Poison Sect being the most mysterious. It’s rumored to have existed for thousands of years and is possibly closely linked with the Gu Village in the Miao Region. Of course, these are merely rumors."
Zheng Lihong paused, then continued: "Vajra Sect is renowned for its formidable prowess in tempering their body’s strength. Disciples can often forge a body impervious to blades and spears, making them near invincible at close-quarters combat in their rank. As for Ghost Poison Sect, their reputation isn’t favorable, known for excelling in poison techniques. However, the strength of this sect is not to be underestimated. It is rumored that within their ranks, there are Innate Grandmasters with the Unity of Heaven and Man!"
"Innate Grandmaster?" Chu Ge narrowed his eyes, murmuring.
With his current strength, he had no fear of the Innate Realm! And once he truly steps into the Innate Realm, he would be invincible among those at the same level!
However, Zheng Lihong certainly couldn’t comprehend Chu Ge’s thoughts; instead, he looked up wistfully: "An Innate Grandmaster, even in ancient times, would be a force to be reckoned with. I’m afraid I might never even come close to that threshold in my lifetime!"
All things considered, perhaps due to his age, Zheng Lihong maintained a genial demeanor from start to finish, answering Chu Ge’s inquiries as thoroughly as possible.
"Indeed, those who receive the Dragon Card are never simple characters." Observing Chu Ge’s thoughtful expression, Zhao Wuji suddenly smiled and shook his head: "I didn’t expect Mr. Chu, at such a young age, to have already joined the true ranks of the martial arts."
Chu Ge didn’t respond to Zhao Wuji’s remarks, not out of impoliteness, but because he was currently contemplating the information Zheng Lihong had shared.
What Zheng Lihong knew was not much, but was still somewhat more extensive than what Chu Ge knew. The situation with Vajra Sect was manageable, especially since Shi Weiyu had divulged almost everything under the coercion of Huo Tianqian.
The main concern was Ghost Poison Sect – according to Zheng Lihong, there was indeed an Innate Grandmaster within the Ghost Poison Sect, and probably not just one!
"Ah, that’s right!" Zheng Lihong suddenly seemed to recall something important, furrowing his brows as he said: "Some time ago, I heard some rumors, but couldn’t ascertain if they were true or not."
"What rumors?" This time, even Zhao Wuji was intrigued, gently inquiring.
"It’s about Vajra Sect and Ghost Poison Sect," Zheng Lihong took a sip of tea, lowering his voice, "I’ve heard from some old friends that some time ago, both Ghost Poison Sect and Vajra Sect sent people to Shanghai, and they were all Peak of Postnatal masters. Especially Ghost Poison Sect, they even sent one of their top three disciples, a Half-step Innate expert!"
"Half-step Innate?" Zhao Wuji’s pupils constricted as he was well aware of what being a Half-step Innate signified and how terrifying it was.
"Why would such experts be sent to Shanghai?"
"Who knows," Zheng Lihong chuckled and shook his head, "Word is that, recently, a disciple from both Vajra Sect and Ghost Poison Sect died in Shanghai, and the bodies were nowhere to be found. Most importantly, both disciples were on critical missions. It seems very likely that someone intercepted and ambushed them on their path!"
"Intercepted?" Zhao Wuji took in a sharp breath, "Have they lost their minds? Daring to mess with hidden sects?"
Listening to their private conversation, Chu Ge’s expression was a bit peculiar; it seemed like he might be the main character in the incidents they were discussing!
Still, Zheng Lihong’s words had piqued Chu Ge’s interest. He took a small sip of tea before inquiring, "Half-step Innate?"
Zheng Lihong glanced at Chu Ge and nodded, "That’s correct. It’s rumored that the Sect Leader of Ghost Poison Sect is at the Innate Grandmaster Realm, and supposedly there is another Innate Grandmaster hiding within. Whether it’s true or not, nobody knows. Beneath the Sect Leader, there are three top disciples, all at the Half-step Innate Realm!"
Saying this, Zheng Lihong shook his head, "And Ghost Poison Sect has sent one of these top three disciples this time. It seems whatever the matter is, it’s not a small affair!"
Chu Ge, however, didn’t take Zheng Lihong’s words to heart. If the true function of the Jade Statue were known to them, it would not just be one of the top three disciples coming out, but the Sect Leader himself!
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