Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises-Chapter 520 - 195: Demon Nest (Part 3)

"Mr. Kong, you’re too kind."

Lin Zheyu said humbly.

"Ha ha!"

"Back when I was at the Broken Star Pavilion, I heard that Mr. Huang recruited an outsider martial artist with extraordinary talent and qualifications as a Dao Seed. I didn’t quite believe it."

"Now that I’ve witnessed it firsthand, I didn’t expect your abilities, Junior Brother, to be even more impressive than the rumors."

"After defeating Yue Chengzhi, you have become the person posing the greatest threat to that genius of the main sect."

Kong Bo said with a smile.

He felt a sense of emotion in his heart.

To be able to defeat Junior Brother Yue Chengzhi, ranked 53rd on the Hidden Dragon List, with three punches — such strength could definitely break into the top 40 on the Hidden Dragon List.

Moreover, he heard that what Lin Zheyu is truly adept at is his lightweight skill. Just now, Lin Zheyu hadn’t even exerted his full strength.

Therefore, this ranking could still be elevated.

He might even surpass the famous genius of the War God Sect, Xiao Shi.

And the genius nurtured as a potential Dao Seed at the main sect is only ranked 24th on the Hidden Dragon List.

If truly tested, it’s hard to predict who would emerge victorious.

Though Yue Chengzhi was considered the most formidable rival to the genius of the main sect, the opponent never really paid attention to Yue Chengzhi.

Don’t be fooled by the seemingly small gap between the ranks of 53 and 24.

At Yue Chengzhi’s level of strength, trying to improve further without ascending to Transforming Force is as hard as ascending to heaven.

Being around the 50th rank on the Hidden Dragon List is Yue Chengzhi’s limit.

Let alone the 24th rank.

"Dao Seed?"

"How did the rumor spread that I have the qualifications of a Dao Seed?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Zheyu was slightly stunned.

Since joining the Bitao Pavilion, he has been incredibly low-key; aside from defeating Fan Qingxue, he hasn’t done much else.

His ranking has remained at 78th place on the Hidden Dragon List.

One could say he has been extremely modest.

He didn’t understand why, despite being so inconspicuous, rumors would spread claiming he had the qualifications of a Dao Seed.

"In a few years, the new election for Dao Seed will take place, and the sudden emergence of an outstanding dark horse like you, Junior Brother, would indeed put pressure on even the genius of the main sect."

"It’s normal for some rumors to circulate."

"Junior Brother, don’t worry. With Bitao Pavilion backing you, go ahead and strive, showcasing your strongest talent and strength!"

"Senior Sister believes in you—you will certainly defeat Liang En and become the Dao Seed of Infinite Sect!"

Gu Ye said confidently, patting Lin Zheyu on the shoulder.

"Thank you, Senior Sister."

Lin Zheyu nodded in acknowledgment.

The Dao Seed is the most core disciple within Infinite Sect.

The most outstanding among the true disciples of the same generation.

Every ten years, a Dao Seed is selected from the true disciples of the main sect and the eight divisions, but it’s almost always a true disciple from the main sect that gets selected.

Lin Zheyu doesn’t have much intention for this spot.

The cultivation techniques accessible to a Dao Seed can also be learned by true disciples, it’s just that Dao Seeds receive more resources.

Putting oneself under the spotlight to gain those resources, drawing attention from many powerful beings in Infinite Sect, isn’t a wise choice for Lin Zheyu, who possesses secrets.

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After defeating Yue Chengzhi, Lin Zheyu’s life returned to peace once again.

The disturbances and attacks at Tengshe Mountain occurred occasionally, but they were mere trifles.

Lin Zheyu devoted himself wholeheartedly to cultivation.

As the Qi Blood altered his bones and marrow, his physique became increasingly powerful—with an overwhelming aura emanating from his mere presence.

During Lin Zheyu’s quiet cultivation at Tengshe Mountain, the news of him defeating Yue Chengzhi and ascending to 53rd place on the Hidden Dragon List spread.

Attracting attention from many genius martial artists and major forces.

In the whole of Central Plains, the martial artists in the top sixty of the Hidden Dragon List are considered monstrous geniuses, let alone within the Guanghua Domain.

In the Guanghua Domain, there are only twenty-six martial artists who make it onto the Hidden Dragon List.

With Lin Zheyu’s strength at 53rd place, he could at least rank among the top ten in the Guanghua Domain.

He had been at Bitao Pavilion for less than a year and had already improved his strength so swiftly, making it hard not to attract attention.

Smoke filled the area.

A poisonous mist surrounded the dense and sinister mountain forest filled with profound demonic energy.

"So swiftly entering the top sixty of the Hidden Dragon List, I didn’t expect this boy’s talent to be so terrifying!"

"If given a few more years, once he ascends to Transforming Force, it will take some effort even for me to kill him."

Pei Xuan remarked with a slight smirk, looking at the information he received.

The more talented the martial artist, the more excitement Pei Xuan feels when he hunts them down.

"Duan Ping, how are we progressing with the preparation?" Pei Xuan asked.

"Reporting to Master, the preparations are complete."

"This time Lin Zheyu will be handled personally by this humble servant, and I don’t believe that under such circumstances, those behind him will have the energy to protect him."

Duan Ping replied with a sinister smile.

He still believes that the one who killed his five subordinates in the past was a master protecting Lin Zheyu.

"Do not take it lightly. Tengshe Mountain has a grand formation laid down by Infinite Sect, and breaking the defenses in the core area would require considerable effort even for a master in the Innate Realm."

"When taking action, try to draw Lin Zheyu out of Tengshe Mountain and strike him down with overwhelming force."

"If you fail again this time, don’t bother coming back."

Pei Xuan said indifferently.

"Yes, Master!"

Duan Ping responded promptly.

As a half-demon, facing Pei Xuan, who isn’t demonized, Duan Ping felt immense pressure.

He couldn’t muster even the slightest thought of resistance in front of Pei Xuan.

"Deliver this secret letter to Ruyang City, discreetly bring the selected disciples of the Pei Family here to meet me." Pei Xuan took out a secret letter and spoke indifferently.