Chapter 107 - 84: Bu Xie and Sect Leader of South Mountain, The Woman Lanshang_3

Bu Xie’s expression changed, the light in his eyes dimmed slightly, but his fists remained tightly clenched. Yue Dongbei walked to Su Chen’s side, and seeing that he was not seriously hurt, his expression relaxed a little. He turned to Profound Jade and said, "Profound Jade, what brings you to Three Pure Ones Mountain today?" "Master sensed that Sect Leader has advanced to become a Beast Demon and specifically sent us three to offer congratulations." He gave a look to Bu Xie and the other silent man, who could only nod gloomily. Yue Dongbei’s lips curled into a faint sneer, but seeing Profound Jade’s relatively modest demeanor, he let it pass. After all, he couldn’t lose his elder’s grace. "Please convey my thanks to Peak Master Luo Feng for the congratulations. Someday, South Mountain will definitely come to express our gratitude." Profound Jade hurriedly said, "Certainly, certainly, then we... will not disturb your selection any longer. Bu Xie, let’s go..." He pulled Bu Xie, ready to leave the place, when suddenly, a graceful silhouette, like a startled swallow, swept through the crowd, appearing in front of everyone. "Mother!" Yue Xianling couldn’t help but call out! Wen Ruyu tenderly stroked Yue Xianling’s hair but looked at Su Chen with concern, asking, "Su Chen, are you alright? Are you injured anywhere?" Su Chen shook his head, but his expression remained solemn. Bu Xie’s gaze turned cold again, looking enviously at Su Chen, thinking, when did the master’s wife start treating him so well, this likable little brat! "South Mountain, when distinguished guests are here, we don’t have much to offer, so let’s keep them here to play for a couple more days." Wen Ruyu said with a gentle smile. Yue Dongbei frowned, but then quickly relaxed and let out a faint smile, "Madam is right. Profound Jade, why don’t you and your two junior brothers stay here for a couple more days and return after the selection?" Profound Jade froze and hesitated. Bu Xie’s previous disrespect required some sort of response to whatever Yue Dongbei requested, but their master had instructed them to return to Cyan Cloud Peak within two days without delay. How could he resolve this? He pondered for a long time, his expression changing several times, but still couldn’t make up his mind. At this moment, the young man who hadn’t spoken suddenly spoke up, "Senior Brother, let’s stay and see." Profound Jade looked at the man in surprise, but saw a strong determination in his eyes, so he only nodded in agreement, saying to Yue Dongbei and his wife, "Then, we shall respectfully accept your invitation." Yue Dongbei smiled quietly and said, "Zhi Chun, after the competition ends, make arrangements for these three regarding their meals and accommodation." Chang Zhichun nodded obediently. Yue Dongbei turned to look at Su Chen, a satisfied smile on his face, "Su Chen, you’ve done very well, keep it up, don’t embarrass your master." Su Chen nodded, then turned and left with Yue Dongbei’s family. The crowd dispersed noisily, leaving only Profound Jade and his two companions standing, their expressions serious as they looked at Yue Dongbei’s increasingly inscrutable figure, speechless for a long time. "Junior Brother Nalan, what were you going to say to me earlier?" Profound Jade looked at the silent man with a hint of inquiry in his eyes. The man had an ordinary appearance, but his crystal-clear black eyes exuded a sense of practiced calm. He spoke faintly, "Master told us to pay more attention to the movements of other sects, and in the next two days, we can just explore the depths of this Carefree Sect." Profound Jade nodded, glancing at the sulking Bu Xie, and said lightly, "Hmm, I thought so too, but about Master..." "There’s nothing major happening in the sect recently, it should be fine." Nalan Tan said. Profound Jade’s eyes remained serious as he looked into the distance, remaining silent. Bu Xie looked at the two with some reluctance, his breathing unsteady, but somehow, he couldn’t utter a word. Even though he was arrogant, he was not foolish. The shame of today would not be so easily washed away. After all, the opponent was a peak-level Beast Demon, and even if Master came himself, he might not fall out with him for Bu Xie’s sake. Besides, the Carefree Sect was an ’affiliated’ ally of the Celestial Peak Sect, an important position in the orthodox sects. Being just an eighteen-year-old Beast Sovereign, in front of a sect, was nothing at all. He could only endure and wait until he was strong enough to come back for payback! The three returned to the platform, but their mood was completely changed. "Master is really powerful, just his appearance scared them silly, hehe, it seems our Carefree Sect’s reputation in the orthodox sects will improve!" "Yes, not everyone in Celestial Peak Sect is a monster. How many can compare to Master? Just wait, we will eventually become the number one in the orthodox sects!" The young disciples were full of vigor and excitement, seemingly full of expectations for the future of Carefree Sect. Hearing the discussions, Profound Jade remained indifferent, feeling a strong disdain in his heart. "Number one in the orthodox sects, you are too overconfident. Not to mention a one-star Beast Demon, even two wouldn’t be a match for Master~"... The first day of the selection finally came to an end, with the glow of the setting sun casting a gentle light on the plaza, softening the expressions on everyone’s faces. Some of these young people participated in the selection, while others were spectators, but all were inspired by Yue Dongbei becoming a Beast Demon, their faces beaming with excitement. Among them, Huo Yunxin, Huo Yunfeng, Su Chen, Long Fei, naturally succeeded in advancing to the next round of selection. Of course, many advanced, including potential champions like Long Fei. However, the most favored switched from Su Chen to the unrestrained youth Long Fei, as Su Chen’s ordinary performance today made it hard for people to associate him with the rumored prodigy. However, he himself didn’t care much about any of this. In his mind, he had already made the formidable Bu Xie his first strong rival. The night quickly passed. As the saying goes, as you think by day, so you dream by night. Su Chen did not sleep well that night, his mind filled with Bu Xie’s lightning-fast figure and his arrogant expression. Thinking about his own weakness now, he wished he had been born a few years earlier to become a beast cultivator master like the senior brothers. He arrived at the plaza with mixed feelings and quickly found his team. Chang Zhichun was in particularly high spirits today because his team actually had ten members advance to the second round of selection, which was an outstanding achievement among the five teams. Seeing Su Chen consciously hiding his strength, he eagerly anticipated the upcoming matches. "Senior Brother, you seem to already have victory in your grasp?" An icy voice suddenly reached them, causing Su Chen and the others to be puzzled. Looking up, they saw a tall silhouette standing not far away, looking indifferently in their direction. That cold demeanor was like others owed her a debt, and the proud and aloof expression was so intense even Chang Zhichun was momentarily speechless. Seeing him not speaking, the girl frowned slightly and slowly walked over with a few pretty-looking girls behind her, seemingly carrying a cold scent in her presence. "Why aren’t you speaking, are you guilty, or do you think I’m overestimating you?" Chang Zhichun’s mouth twitched, and he chuckled dryly, "Sister Lan Shang, you still love to joke, haha." The girl called Lan Shang gave him a cold glance, crossed her arms, and said, "I’m not joking with you. Seeing you so pleased with yourself, it’s as if you already know who will be the champion." "No, no, Sister, you misunderstand me. Before you, how can I boast so recklessly?" Chang Zhichun smiled again. The icy girl called Lanshang snorted coldly, and as the girls behind her giggled, she turned her gaze on Su Chen. She seemed to be searching for flaws in him and, after a long look, snorted, "What a good sapling, but unfortunately followed the wrong person."​