Primordial Divine Emperor-Chapter 57 - 55: Secret, Brother Ye’s Style Remains Unchanged
"Ten challenge letters in a row?"
Upon hearing that a terrifying sword cultivator had arrived at the foot of the mountain, and issued ten challenge letters in a row.
Ye Xiaofan couldn’t help but be curious about who was so courageous as to not even respect the Sword Saint’s face.
Because this sword cultivator simply disregarded the dignity of the South Peak, issuing ten consecutive challenge letters in a single day.
According to the rules of the Divine Sword Sect, once a disciple issues ten challenge letters consecutively, the challenged must accept the challenge, or they will face corresponding punishment, up to expulsion from the Divine Sword Sect.
However, upon hearing the name of the challenger, Ye Xiaofan felt surprised and slightly helpless at the same time.
"It’s him? That guy is really persistent."
Looking at the ten challenge letters in his hand, Ye Xiaofan was both amused and annoyed.
Beside him, Dugu Nan and Qi Yun remained expressionless, only slightly moved.
"Fan’Er, do you know this person?" Dugu Nan asked calmly.
Upon hearing this, Ye Xiaofan slowly put away the challenge letters, with a wry smile on his face: "Replying to Master, I don’t really know him, but I’ve dealt with him once."
"Hmm." Dugu Nan nodded slightly: "Since you know him, and he’s issued ten challenges, then go down the mountain and meet with him."
Though Sword Saint Dugu Nan wouldn’t be as the world imagined, bearing grudges simply because someone issued ten challenges and disregarded his face, there’s a certain arrogance that cannot be ignored, which is also not in line with his South Peak style.
Ye Xiaofan looked helpless upon hearing this. He only wanted to cultivate wholeheartedly, and wasn’t really interested in these so-called Sect challenges. However, since the person has come to the foot of the peak to provoke, it would be quite embarrassing for his master if he doesn’t go out.
Qi Yun saw the hint of reluctance in Ye Xiaofan’s eyes and immediately chuckled.
"Young man, you need to adapt to the rules of the Divine Sword Sect. Not only do you have to get used to being challenged, but in the future, you also have to challenge others. I believe you’ll grow to love this feeling, just as your master and I once did."
Upon hearing Qi Yun’s words, Ye Xiaofan slightly raised an eyebrow, showing no expression on the surface, yet deep down, he didn’t quite agree.
Who would forsake ample time for cultivation to go challenge people every day?
Qi Yun noticed Ye Xiaofan’s indifference and seemingly read his mind, pointedly stating, "In the Divine Sword Sect, challenging someone stronger than you can bring unexpected rewards, and these rewards can become addictive over time."
After Qi Yun finished speaking, his expression was as if to say ’you’ll also taste the sweetness’, which piqued Ye Xiaofan’s interest. For the peak master to be so certain and make such a statement, it seems that there are other benefits to the challenge rules of the Divine Sword Sect.
Ye Xiaofan wanted to inquire further, but Dugu Nan interrupted their conversation.
"Alright, go down the peak. Don’t keep others waiting too long. What you need to know, you’ll naturally learn in the future," Dugu Nan said with a smile.
"Yes, Master, I’m heading down the mountain now." Ye Xiaofan replied with a slight bow.
First he bowed to Dugu Nan, then respectfully saluted Qi Yun, and turned to walk down the mountain.
Qi Yun watched Ye Xiaofan slowly disappear from the South Peak and couldn’t help but remark from the heart, "Brother Nan, you’ve found an excellent successor."
Dugu Nan also gazed at Ye Xiaofan’s retreating figure, a rare smile on his lips: "I must say, the more I observe this boy, the more agreeable he becomes. When the time is right, let him leave the peak."
Dugu Nan’s face was full of undisguised affection. After two months of interaction, he also discovered Ye Xiaofan’s strengths. The child not only had a remarkable talent for the Sword Dao, but was also filial, understanding, and of upright character.
When it comes to choosing an heir to impart one’s legacy, often the transmitter values this aspect more. A disciple can be somewhat lacking in talent, but must be morally upright.
And in this regard, Ye Xiaofan possesses all these qualities, and he does not fear formidable enemies, facing them calmly, which is sometimes more precious than talent.
"Cough, cough, cough... "
As Dugu Nan finished speaking, he suddenly covered his mouth and coughed violently, his complexion significantly paled.
This scene caused Qi Yun’s expression to change: "Your injury...?"
Dugu Nan raised a hand, indicating for Qi Yun not to worry, yet his hand covering his mouth was stained scarlet.
Qi Yun, seeing the bloody cough from Dugu Nan, became visibly more worried.
However, Dugu Nan remained unfazed, with a subtle shake of his hand, the blood in his palm vaporized into nothingness, and his complexion returned to normal, as if the previous scene had never occurred.
At the same time.
At the foot of the South Peak.
A tall figure stood with closed eyes, resting, an ancient sword in his arms, standing in the open area below the South Peak, unmoved by the countless gazes concentrated on him.
At this moment, countless new disciples of the Divine Sword Sect had gathered at the foot of the South Peak, and even many senior disciples were present, including Mo Shiyi.
Not only that, Nangong Jianchen and Shangguan Wan’Er were also observing from the sidelines beside Mo Shiyi.
"The day we parted from the peaks, it’s already been two months. I wonder how much Ye Brother’s strength has skyrocketed now?" Nangong Jianchen murmured to himself.
Shangguan Wan’Er nodded in agreement, she too was very curious about how much her big brother Fan had advanced in strength and cultivation after two months in the South Peak without any news.
Although the two were also disciples of the Divine Sword Peak, they weren’t qualified to enter the South Peak. The Defense Array of the South Peak alone kept them at bay.
Therefore, during the past two months, the two knew nothing about Ye Xiaofan.
However, Mo Shiyi, who was nearby, mysteriously said: "Junior Brother Ye’s strength is not simple, especially the sword he comprehended today—break and rebuild, terrifying indeed."
Upon hearing Mo Shiyi’s words, Nangong Jianchen and Shangguan Wan’Er exchanged glances, both showing shock in their eyes.
"Senior Brother Shiyi, have you also been cultivating on South Peak recently?" Nangong Jianchen was alarmed; wasn’t the Sword Saint supposed to have only one personal disciple? How could Mo Shiyi freely ascend South Peak?
Seeing the two staring closely at him, Mo Shiyi smiled awkwardly and said, "Junior Brother Nangong overestimates me. I am not the Sword Saint’s heir; how could I ascend South Peak?"
"Then how did you know that Ye brother comprehended the world-shocking sword of break and rebuild?" Nangong Jianchen was slightly surprised.
If Mo Shiyi ascending South Peak was astonishing to him, then the fact that the latter could know everything about what was happening there without entering was even more mind-blowing.
You must know, South Peak is the Divine Peak of the Sword Saint, and if nothing else, the number of people in Divine Sword Sect that can break the defense array can be counted on one hand.
One could say that without Dugu Nan’s permission, practically no one could ascend South Peak. Even if a terrifying powerhouse could silently avoid the defense array and sneak up, the Sword Saint Dugu Nan would not remain unaware.
Not to mention, Mo Shiyi was merely a low-level inner sect disciple of Divine Sword Sect, far removed from terrifying powerhouses. How could he be so knowledgeable about matters within South Peak despite not having entered?
"Hehe." Mo Shiyi looked at the incredulous Nangong Jianchen and then gave a sly smile, eyes full of pride, "Junior Brother Nangong, it’s a secret, a secret."
It was clear that Mo Shiyi simply wanted to show off his ’knowledge master’ abilities. As for how he knew so clearly, he certainly would not tell Nangong, using a mere mention of a secret to brush it off.
However, Nangong Jianchen and Shangguan Wan’Er were indeed greatly astonished, and their gazes toward Mo Shiyi began to change. This plain-looking Senior Brother Shiyi seemed to have some terrifying means, knowing everything even under the Sword Saint’s nose.
"Junior Brother Nangong, Sister Wan’Er, please keep this secret for your senior brother. If the Sword Saint knows how much I understand about South Peak, wouldn’t he peel off my skin?" Mo Shiyi shrank his neck and said.
However, in Mo Shiyi’s eyes, Nangong Jianchen and Shangguan Wan’Er did not see much fear, only respect mixed within.
This made the two reevaluate this senior brother of humble status. Such a person might have more value to associate with than an unparalleled prodigy.
While Nangong Jianchen and Shangguan Wan’Er were feeling incredulous.
Suddenly, there was a commotion at the foot of South Peak.
"He’s coming out!"
"The Sword Saint’s successor, that Child of Destiny from Star Moon City, Ye Xiaofan."
"Indeed, it’s him. I thought he wouldn’t dare accept the challenge, but he unexpectedly came out."
In an instant, many Divine Sword Sect disciples turned their gazes, and saw someone coming slowly from South Peak, looking very graceful.
That person was none other than Ye Xiaofan.
Seeing the Child of Destiny appear, suddenly, countless onlookers were as if injected with adrenaline, among them many new disciples who had sent challenge letters to Ye Xiaofan.
Yet, upon seeing Ye Xiaofan, everyone’s expressions varied.
During the entry ceremony of Divine Sword Sect, many older disciples were out training and had not seen Ye Xiaofan’s true appearance, but they were very familiar with the tale of the Sword Saint’s successor being a Child of Destiny.
"Is he the Child of Destiny from Star Moon City? The Sword Saint handpicked as heir of the Sword Dao?"
"I heard this person’s Martial Soul isn’t even Level One, somewhat hard to believe."
"The results of the second test were the same, so it can’t be false. You have to admit, some people are naturally luckier than others." 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚
Many older disciples whispered. Upon seeing the Child of Destiny today, they felt somewhat thrilled.
However, more new disciples and older ones were full of disdain, some even shaking their heads.
"This guy has already been in Divine Sword Sect for a while, during which innumerable new peerless prodigies challenged him, but he remained silent."
"Probably scared to emerge, since facing so many demon fiend prodigies at once, anyone would be frightened."
"This guy is just a turtle hiding. If it weren’t for that new Junior Brother sending ten challenge letters in succession, I reckon he’d continue hiding at South Peak. Why did the Sword Saint choose him?"
Many spoke bluntly, disregarding the face of the Sword Saint’s successor.
However, when mentioning the one who sent ten challenge letters, most disciples showed a touch of respect.
The challenger was also a new peerless prodigy with extremely terrifying Sword Dao talent, who had broken through the Profound Sea Realm within days of entering Divine Sword Sect, repeatedly challenging numerous Sword Dao geniuses with no defeats.
Not only that, this person had also crossed swords with older disciples, emerging victorious each time. Divine Sword Sect’s rule is that older disciples cannot challenge new ones within a year, but new disciples can challenge older ones voluntarily.
Thus, this new peerless Sword Dao prodigy repeatedly challenged many older inner sect disciples of the same realm, becoming quite renowned.
In contrast, ever since entering Divine Sword Sect, Ye Xiaofan had been ’hiding’ at South Peak, ignoring all challengers, causing a stir among the community.
But evidently, today he encountered someone fierce, who disregarded the Sword Saint’s face, issuing ten challenges and forcing him to come out for a duel.
The instant Ye Xiaofan appeared, the new peerless Sword Dao prodigy abruptly opened his eyes, filled with vigorous Sword Intent.
"Brother Ye, it’s been two months and you’re as distinguished as ever."
