Urban Peerless Expert
Chapter 2701 - 2721: Jiang Is Indeed Still as Astute as Ever

Chapter 2701: Chapter 2721: Jiang Is Indeed Still as Astute as Ever

"Boom!"

Lin Chen opened his eyes, and the surrounding air exploded silently. His pupils had turned into the same yellow vertical slits resembling those of the Giant Sand Demon Snake, emanating a deep, cold breath.

Behind Lin Chen, a massive Dharma Aspect of the Giant Sand Demon Snake coiled like a demon god, as if it were Lin Chen’s protector spirit.

The Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art, achieved!

Within Lin Chen’s Sea of Knowledge, an earthy yellow crystal had formed, taking its place alongside the other dao crystals of wood, fire, and water, each occupying their own corner, facing one another from a distance.

Four out of the five Dao Crystals, now complete!

Lin Chen retracted his domain, and his yellow vertical pupils instantly reverted to their normal shape. The phantom of the Giant Sand Demon Snake behind him also quickly faded, until it completely vanished.

Lin Chen glanced at Kong Ling beside him. Without the assistance of the Dragon Mountain Cloud Dream Tactics, his progress in comprehension was obviously not as rapid as Lin Chen’s. However, judging by the changes in his breath, it was clear he was on the right path.

Lin Chen quietly closed his eyes and waited in silence.

Time flew by, and another half-month passed.

Amidst the sound of air bursting, a Dharma Aspect of the Giant Sand Demon Snake appeared behind Kong Ling, and his eyes turned into snake pupils.

Lin Chen looked curiously, and almost instantly felt dizzy, as if he were about to be pulled into an illusionary realm. Lin Chen hurriedly activated the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art, which quickly dispelled the dizziness and restored his clarity.

What would happen when the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art met another Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art?

Lin Chen instinctively circulated his Cultivation Technique, and in an instant, his eyes changed into snake pupils, and behind him, the Dharma Aspect of the Giant Sand Demon Snake appeared.

Both Lin Chen and Kong Ling let out muffled groans, and everything before them went dark as they felt as if their souls were about to fly away, a sensation of incredible weakness overwhelming them.

Both of them retracted their Dharma Aspects at the same time. Kong Ling extended his hand to rub his face, "It’s like I’ve been hit on the head with a club..."

Lin Chen nodded, "I feel about the same. I reckon that because our strengths are similar, the effects were also similar, which ultimately led to a mutual cancellation. If we had faced off against Sect Master Qi, the outcome probably wouldn’t have been the same."

Kong Ling laughed, "Of course, all divine powers are related to the domain. The stronger the strength, the stronger the domain, and only then will the divine powers be stronger."

After a pause, Kong Ling asked with curiosity, "You comprehended it half a month ago?"

Lin Chen nodded, "Yes."

Kong Ling clicked his tongue in amazement, "Your talent is extraordinary, how did you comprehend it so quickly?"

Lin Chen laughed heartily, "The Dragon Mountain Cloud Dream Tactics of the Dragon Mountain Sect can assist in the comprehension of Cultivation Techniques."

Kong Ling suddenly realized, "So you have the advantage of multiple schools, no wonder."

Lin Chen inquired, "What’s next?"

Kong Ling casually replied, "Return the Cultivation Technique and atlas to the Sect Master, then I’ll take a leave, and we’ll depart to find a place to achieve Spirit Separation, and decide on our next steps afterward."

Lin Chen asked, "How will you explain this to the Illusory Serpent Sect?"

Kong Ling smacked his lips, "Having switched bodies with Jiang Wanchun, I cannot stay here, or else I will only bring trouble to the Sect. Besides, I came here with a purpose and never intended to stay in the Illusory Serpent Sect for a lifetime. I’ll write a letter to the Sect Master to clarify everything afterward. Considering your involvement and the great debt the Illusory Serpent Sect owes you, he should be able to accept it."

Lin Chen thought about it and realized there truly was no other way.

"Alright, that’s what we’ll do!"

The two left the Array Formation and went to the place where Qi Gongji was recuperating from his injuries.

"You both have succeeded?"

Lin Chen and Kong Ling both nodded, and Qi Gongji’s face immediately showed relief, "Good! In the thousands of years since my time, no one has managed to succeed in cultivation, leading me to wonder if there was a problem with the atlas, making it impossible to cultivate anymore. Now, you two have succeeded after Wen Jing, which proves that the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art can indeed be cultivated; it’s just a matter of finding the right person!"

Qi Gongji’s gaze fell on Lin Chen, "Friend Lin, you must be leaving now, aren’t you?"

Lin Chen nodded, "Yes, not only am I leaving, but I also need Kong Ling’s help with something, and I need him to leave with me. Please allow it, Sect Master Qi."

Qi Gongji’s gaze shifted to Kong Ling, "Now that you’ve learned the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art, will you return after you leave?"

Kong Ling’s heart tightened, and as he was about to explain, Qi Gongji smiled faintly, "I’ve lived long enough to not make mistakes in judging people. When you first joined my Illusory Serpent Sect, it was precisely for the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art, which can be said to be your only goal."

"Originally, I thought you would stay in the Sect a while longer, certainly developing some feelings for it, but Friend Lin’s arrival has accelerated this process, allowing you to learn the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art now..."

Kong Ling, being directly addressed, found himself without a rebuttal and could only bow deeply without a word.

Lin Chen sighed inwardly, impressed by the cunning of the old, realizing that none of these big shots were simple!

Lin Chen stepped in to say, "Since Kong Ling joined the Illusory Serpent Sect and learned the Sand Dragon Illusion Divine Art, no matter where he goes or whether he joins another Xianmen in the future, as long as he hasn’t left the Illusory Serpent Sect, he will always be a disciple of the Illusory Serpent Sect!"

Having said this much, Lin Chen decided not to hide anything and spoke plainly, "The favor I’m asking of Kong Ling is somewhat special, and I’m not in a position to explain it right now. Once this matter is finished, I’ll provide Sect Master Qi with a satisfactory explanation, and by then, the Sect Master will understand."

Qi Gongji nodded slightly, "Alright, as long as you still consider yourself a disciple of the Illusory Serpent Sect, then that’s fine!"