Thinking of Elder Mu, Deacon Xiao shuddered.
Elder Yun alone seemed lofty; Elder Mu was almost taboo.
Besides a few high-ups, no one knew Elder Mu's weight.
Unexpectedly, this kid gained such a great opportunity.
"Well, kid, don't overthink it..."
"After the Outer Mountain Competition, I, an Old Man, will take you to find Old Man Mu."
Seeing Jiang Feng hesitate, Elder Yun decided not to pressure him.
If Elder Mu's favored prodigy was taken by force, how would Old Man Mu react?
"Alright."
Jiang Feng relaxed.
Being accepted as a disciple carried great meaning.
He barely knew the other, could not agree lightly.
Unless life was on the line, then all bets were off.
Elder Yun nodded, then walked out of Martial Arts Field.
Deacon Xiao turned and courteously said, "Jiang Feng, you may continue."
Jiang Feng looked at the Sword-Querying Jade Tablet.
He casually struck it with a punch.
Boom!
A score appeared.
The Sword Intent-extracted tablet could still test disciple strength, though like a soul-less husk, lacking its original chilling sharpness.
The recording clerk announced, "Score 2,500, next!"
This was very good.
Second only to Qin Feifan and Gu Yuetian.
But Jiang Feng's huge display led many to expect a stunning result.
Surprisingly, only 2,500 points.
"Only 2,500? I thought he'd catch up with Qin and Gu."
"Are you blind? Didn't you see he casually punched it?"
"Right... if he used sword energy, he might rival those two."
"Unlikely. He's Royal Profound Realm First Heaven; they're Sixth Heaven."
"True, though he made a big scene, his cultivation is what it is; too early to catch them."
Not only did disciples gossip, Qin Feifan approached Gu Yuetian, smiling, and asked, "What do you think of him?"
Gu Yuetian coldly replied, "He's hiding his strength, very strong!"
"I heard he entered Sky Origin Sword Tomb as Sword Guardian only four months ago."
"To grow this much in four months, give him half a year, he'll surpass us."
Qin Feifan sighed.
"Sword Guardian...?"
Gu Yuetian's expression showed surprise.
"Incredible."
Qin Feifan nodded.
"Looks like he has some special sword constitution."
Gu Yuetian's eyes gleamed with envy.
"When he rises fully, Demon Sky Sword Sect will be lively."
Qin Feifan smiled.
"Maybe he'll beat you, the Outer Mountain's number one!"
Gu Yuetian sneered.
Qin Feifan snorted and ignored him.
One incense stick later, the first stage ended.
Qin Feifan first, Gu Yuetian second, Jiang Feng third...
One hundred Outer Mountain Disciples advanced.
The second stage was martial combat.
Groups formed by ranking.
Disciples took the stage to fight, aiming for the top ten.
The atmosphere surged with cheers.
Jiang Feng was the first to appear.
His opponent was a Qi Accumulation Realm Perfection disciple.
This disciple ranked tenth in the first stage.
But when he stepped up, his face turned grim; he wanted to cry.
Facing Jiang Feng was the worst luck.
He would rather fight Gu Yuetian than this mysterious dark horse!
"Lu Yuan greets Senior Brother Jiang, please guide me."
Lu Yuan bowed politely.
In the sect, seniors were addressed respectfully.
"Alright."
Jiang Feng nodded calmly.
As soon as he spoke, Lu Yuan drew his sword and charged.
Lu Yuan's idea was simple: strike first.
His cultivation was weaker; if Jiang Feng struck first, he'd lose terribly.
Lu Yuan unleashed Sword Technique.
Whoosh!
Three sword energies slashed from different angles.
Jiang Feng focused, immediately deploying his secret technique.
He watched Lu Yuan closely, seeking to discern his moves.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Feng calmly faced him, showing no defense.
Puff puff puff!
Three sword energies entered Jiang Feng's body.
Lu Yuan was stunned.
The crowd gasped.
No one expected Jiang Feng to be hit so easily.
"Junior Brother Lu, you lost!"
A faint voice suddenly sounded behind Lu Yuan.
He was startled.
Before turning, he sensed a tremendous force.
He was blasted away, crashing off the stage.
Jiang Feng turned and walked down calmly.
Silence blanketed the arena.
"How... how did he appear behind Lu Yuan?!"
"Not mistaken... he used Floating Light and Passing Shadow."
"Wow... but that afterimage was so real; I thought it was him!"
"That speed was amazing! If I faced him, I couldn't react!"
"How could such a person be a Sword Guardian?"
The Outer Mountain Disciples were speechless.
The contests continued.
Gu Yuetian next faced the fourth-ranked Outer Mountain Disciple.
After three moves, the disciple surrendered.
Holding out three moves against Senior Brother Gu was impressive.
Next was Qin Feifan's match.
He was more amiable.
After ten moves, he knocked his opponent off.
His magnanimity earned Outer Mountain Disciples' respect.
After several matches, all sensed:
Qin Feifan, Gu Yuetian, and mysterious dark horse Jiang Feng
far surpassed all peers.
Everyone wondered, if these three faced each other, who was strongest?
Especially Jiang Feng!
After several bouts, he hadn't drawn sword once.
Using only fists and movement, all opponents were helpless.
Everyone grew more curious about his true strength.
Finally, Jiang Feng faced Gu Yuetian!
All the Outer Mountain Disciples watched intently.
Both stepped on stage.
"Junior Brother Jiang, please guide me."
Gu Yuetian said coldly.
"You're welcome."
Jiang Feng replied.
On the outer mountain stands, "Xiao, who do you think will win?"
Elder Yun asked.
"Elder Yun jokes; though Gu Yuetian is strong, Jiang Feng who comprehended Sword Intent surely surpasses him."
Deacon Xiao answered honestly.
"What if Jiang Feng doesn't use Sword Intent?"
Elder Yun asked with a smile.
"Huh...? Not using Sword Intent?"
Deacon Xiao paused, then said, "Without Sword Intent, Jiang Feng's realm disadvantage makes it hard to withstand Gu Yuetian's attacks."
"Gu Yuetian practices Flaming Sword Technique, best at countering fast opponents."
Elder Yun just smiled quietly.
He was certain Gu Yuetian couldn't last three moves against Jiang Feng.
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