Told You I Can Turn Back Time
Chapter 307 - 242: Whirlwind (25)

Chapter 307: Chapter 242: Whirlwind (25)

As Lin Xing stepped off the Martial Arts Battle Field, he could see a swarm of reporters rushing towards him, all of whom were there to interview him.

The number of reporters this time was even greater than all the reporters from the past few martial arts events combined, due to the popularity of this battle and Lin Xing himself.

Meanwhile, Little Lin Xing was floating beside Lin Xing and angrily said, "Why did you intervene?"

"Didn’t you see I was about to win just now?"

"Now it seems like I lost to that nonsense Tianfeng."

"Craft another body for me, I want to go and fight him again right now!"

Lin Xing smiled at the reporters and greeted them, completely ignoring the furious Little Lin Xing beside him.

With the continuous flashing of cameras, the reporters began to ask Lin Xing questions.

"Lin Xing! You displayed astonishing skills and strength in the recent fight, how did you master them in such a short time?"

Lin Xing replied, "Diligent cultivation. In the face of absolute diligence, any talent is meaningless. For example, I cultivate tens of thousands of hours each day."

The reporters on site all laughed at Lin Xing’s humor, understanding that he was talking about his diligence.

Another reporter asked, "As the only modern-era contestant, your last statement about definitely winning the championship sparked significant controversy. Some accused you of being too arrogant. What do you think about this?"

Lin Xing calmly said, "I am not arrogant. I was merely stating a fact. Among the second inheritors, there should be no one stronger than me in these two worlds."

Upon hearing this, the excitement among the reporters at the scene surged once again.

Another reporter asked, "During the recent fight, you seemed to have displayed a replicating ability that you’ve never shown before. Is this a new Dao technique you’ve practiced?"

Lin Xing casually pointed to the ground, and a figure made of sand slowly rose: "You mean this?"

"It’s just a humanoid treasure I crafted from sand."

"However, this battle has given me many insights. I realized that I have been too limited to the Sword Dao in the past."

"Actually, since I started practicing the Six Secret Immortal Refining, how strong my combat effectiveness is depends not only on my state but also on my imagination."

"In the future, I plan to develop many more innovative techniques."

A reporter asked, "Is Six Secret Immortal Refining the name of the ultimate technique you’re cultivating?"

Lin Xing nodded and said, "It’s the ultimate technique I am currently practicing."

Another reporter eagerly asked, "Will you make this ultimate technique public in the future so that more humans can learn it?"

Lin Xing casually nodded, "I think it’s feasible. If everyone could learn the Six Secret Immortal Refining, the world would probably become a better place."

After this statement spread on the internet, it stirred a wave.

Some thought Lin Xing was just speaking casually.

Some believed that just one ultimate technique wouldn’t make much difference.

Yet, others admired Lin Xing’s approach.

These discussions heated up the event’s popularity, fanning the flames and making it even more intense.

...

With a click sound.

The wine glass in Bai Mei’s hand had already been crushed under the pressure of bursting spiritual awareness.

While his face had been satisfied watching the live broadcast just moments ago, it was now overcast with gloom.

No one could have anticipated that a battle dominated by Tianfeng just moments ago would take such a drastic turn, reversing the outcome.

Especially since Tianfeng had employed the Millennium Holy Sword of the Emei Sect in this battle, which many mighty ones saw as an adult bullying a child.

But now, to lose, and to lose against Lin Xing who used no modern weapons or treasures of Mirror World, relying solely on his own strength to defeat Tianfeng.

To Bai Mei, this not only demonstrated Lin Xing’s immense strength and outstanding talent but also highlighted Tianfeng’s incapacity.

After this battle, Bai Mei felt as if the Emei Sect’s reputation had been harshly thrown to the ground and trampled.

Especially since this battle was now witnessed by over a billion viewers in the modern world, it was the most humiliating loss in Emei Sect’s history and had a significant impact on Emei Sect’s future developments in the modern world.

Originally, Bai Mei had hoped that after Tianfeng’s great victory in this battle, he would use Emei’s triumphant momentum to properly discuss the Six Secret Immortal Refining and the Sect Leader’s Flying Sword with Lin Xing.

But before they could even discuss the Six Secret Immortal Refining, there had already been unexpected losses.

The continuous ringing of his phone interrupted his thoughts, Bai Mei glanced and saw it was Tianfeng calling, but he directly hung up without answering.

At this moment, a series of thoughts quickly flashed through Bai Mei’s mind as he pondered darkly on how to remedy the current situation.

Meanwhile, not far from Bai Mei, a guest let out a light chuckle.

Bai Mei looked up to see the elderly man who was laughing beside him; it was the Divine Dragon Gang Leader.

The Divine Dragon Gang Leader shook his head while laughing: "Your Emei Sect’s Tianfeng is truly incompetent, using the Heavenly Demon Slayer Sword and still losing to Lin Xing."

"Although losing is one thing, to lose so miserably, completely toyed around by Lin Xing."

"I think the rules of the Emei Sect should also be revised, continuing to recruit such mediocrities will only lead to a decline in quality from generation to generation."

"Unlike our Divine Dragon Gang, where disciples are carefully selected and cultivated, even my son wouldn’t receive training if he lacked talent, and once they’re trained, they’re all elite..."

Bai Mei coldly viewed the evaluation of the Divine Dragon Gang Leader and responded indifferently, "This Lin Xing is very formidable, not so easy to deal with. As a fellow second-generation successor, I don’t see anyone in the Divine Dragon Gang who could match him."

The Divine Dragon Gang Leader disagreed, "That’s because you didn’t use the right tactics against Lin Xing. To deal with him, you should catch him off guard with a surprise attack, not giving him the chance to use those fancy tricks."

As the other party continued to prattle on, Bai Mei felt his murderous intent waxing and waning. Just when he thought about whether he should silence the other party with his sword, he saw a subordinate of the Divine Dragon Gang approaching their leader and whispering something in his ear.

In the next moment, the previously leisurely commenting Divine Dragon Gang Leader’s expression changed drastically, and he stood up furiously, "How dare he? How dare he?!"

Watching the Divine Dragon Gang Leader leave with a face full of rage, Bai Mei was full of curiosity, unable to figure out what could have infuriated the Divine Dragon Gang Leader so much.

At that moment, his phone vibrated again. Initially thinking it was a message from Tianfeng, Bai Mei checked and was surprised to see the message from Great Bright Buddha: "Are you interested in the secret of why Lin Xing is so powerful?"

Bai Mei sent a voice message, "What do you mean?"

Great Bright Buddha replied, "If you’re interested, then we can coordinate on some matters going forward."

...

After completing the interview, Lin Xing returned to Jing Shiyu and Bai Yiyi.

On another part of the Martial Arts Battle Field, the second match had begun, featuring the combatants from Taiqing Sect and Taihe Sect, Yun Chong.

Jing Shiyu pulled up the screen on her phone showing the changes in public opinion on the internet after Lin Xing’s victory over Tianfeng.

Jing Shiyu explained, "Since your victory against Tianfeng, there’s been a surge of bots on various platforms setting the narrative, focusing public attention on the rapid improvement of your abilities."

As Lin Xing browsed through his phone, he commented, "Those powerhouses from Mirror World are learning fast when it comes to manipulating online opinions."

Jing Shiyu said, "It may not necessarily be them learning fast; it’s more likely that White Eagle Country is also manipulating things behind the scenes, long having colluded with them."

"Now the question is, what is their purpose?"

Jing Shiyu opened a video which showed representatives from minor countries proposing that Lin Xing share the secret of his strength.

"We’ve managed to suppress this matter’s popularity in Xia Country for now, but given how fast it’s spreading abroad, it’s only a matter of time before everyone knows."

"Also, take a look at this..."

It was an online poll on the said topic.

The overwhelming majority hoped Lin Xing would reveal the secret of his swift advancement in cultivation.

Lin Xing nodded slightly, "If I were them, I’d choose the same."

"In fact, if it weren’t for the fact that my time reversal ability isn’t suitable for public disclosure, I would have already revealed it."

Jing Shiyu looked at Lin Xing helplessly, feeling that he was simply too kind-hearted.

Jing Shiyu sighed and continued, "Whether it’s Xingxiao or Great Bright Buddha, it’s not that they don’t know your secret."

"Under such circumstances, they still push this narrative because they want to have a justifiable reason to act against you, avoiding military conflict with the current world powers."

"Now, with White Eagle Country heavily influenced by the Nine Major Sects, they’re likely to act accordingly. They may take advantage of the situation to call a hearing against you, possibly initiating prosecution, and in the worst-case scenario, they might allow the Nine Major Sects to directly apprehend you."

Bai Yiyi interjected in surprise, "Isn’t that a bit severe? This isn’t Mirror World, the countries here are quite rational."

"That’s just been the case for the past hundred years."

Jing Shiyu cautioned, "I’ve reviewed the history of this world, and peace here has only been around for a century, but before that century, there were various conflicts and schemes, with similar incidents being quite common."

"Although I’m not sure why there has been a century of peace, no one can guarantee that this peace among the world’s nations will continue indefinitely."

"The actions I mentioned have all occurred on this land before, not to mention that now the Nine Major Sects and Xingxiao are also making their moves."

...

As the martial arts contest heated up and the various public opinions continued to ferment online.

In a manor on the outskirts of New Ke City.

Great Bright Buddha said indifferently, "Bai Mei has already agreed to join us in applying pressure."

He then expressed his puzzlement, "What about Gu She Fairy?"

Only to see in the hall, apart from Great Bright Buddha, there were the Second Elder of Zhou Tian Sect and Yun Hezi of Taihe Sect.

The Second Elder of Zhou Tian Sect, or alternatively from Taiching, shrugged his shoulders and said, "Gu She Fairy and the Divine Dragon Gang Leader had a minor dispute, apparently over some differences in shares at a pharmaceutical company."

"They’ve arranged to go to Mirror World for a meeting."

"Gu She Fairy probably won’t make_lt today."

"But it doesn’t matter, everything will proceed as planned, Lin Xing won’t have a chance."

"We’ll just send a copy of today’s discussion to Gu She Fairy."