Supreme Emptiness-Chapter 353: Dragon Pattern Vine Spiritual Liquid
The self-confidence of Cao Zhen, who had encountered a stroke of luck, skyrocketed.
Because his cultivation had not only advanced rapidly, reaching the Ninth Layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm,
but even his cultivation technique had allowed him to comprehend an Earth-level fist skill.
What was Jiang Fan?
Back then, he was merely at the Fourth Layer of the Foundation Establishment, barely winning against him by relying on his physique.
Now, being able to defeat someone like Tang Tianlong at the Eighth Layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm was already defying the heavens.
Could he possibly still defeat him, at the Ninth Layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm and possessing an Earth-level fist skill?
It was simply impossible to imagine.
Upon hearing this, Yang Qinghua, who had been weighing things over, also felt that he had been overly cautious.
According to the information, Jiang Fan had made a name for himself in the disciple ranking battle primarily by relying on his physique.
This cultivation method of building up one's physique consumed too many resources.
Sects like the Giant Sect, which specialized in physique cultivation, found it extremely difficult even to elevate someone from the Eighth Layer of the Foundation Establishment.
It was even harder for the Green Cloud Sect.
Moreover,
after the disciple ranking battle, Jiang Fan had been sent off to perform logistical tasks.
Where would he go to enhance his physique?
Ninety-nine percent of his strength had likely stagnated since the disciple ranking.
After weighing things meticulously, he finally made up his mind and said:
"Fine, since you're not interested in the crystal stones, you won't be able to refuse this item, right?"
Then he took out a jade box from inside his robe.
It was filled with red spiritual liquid, thick like honey.
Even through the jade box, one could feel the exceptionally pure spiritual power.
Wen Hongyao's eyes narrowed slightly with surprise: "Dragon Pattern Vine spiritual liquid?"
"Is it possible that the Dragon Pattern Vine still exists on the Nine-Sect Land?"
"Hadn't this spirit wood been declared extinct long ago?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Wuchen also looked astonished: "So this is Dragon Pattern Vine spiritual liquid?"
"It is said that five hundred years ago, this wood grew abundantly, and many cultivators at the Foundation Establishment Realm relied on its spiritual liquid for cultivation."
"The first-time users often could break through the bottleneck of the Mid-Period Foundation Establishment Realm."
"With prolonged use, one's cultivation could greatly advance."
Having said this,
Liu Wuchen couldn't help but look at Cao Zhen.
Cao Zhen did not conceal anything, and with a tinge of pride, he said: "That's right, I accidentally entered an ancient cave mansion."
"Inside, I found a patch of Dragon Pattern Vine that had disappeared for hundreds of years."
"Thanks to it, my cultivation advanced by leaps and bounds."
"The jade box in front of you is what I brought back to honor my elders and fellow senior brothers and sisters in the True Thunder Sect."
Liu Wuchen sighed deeply in his heart.
His regret deepened even further.
Originally, this all belonged to the Green Cloud Sect.
With the help of the Dragon Pattern Vine spiritual liquid, many mid-period Foundation Establishment disciples could progress by one layer.
Unfortunately, it all went to the True Thunder Sect.
The elders fixed their gaze intently on the box of spiritual liquid.
So much spiritual liquid could help ten mid-period Foundation Establishment disciples break through one layer.
The value was immeasurable.
Seeing their expressions, Yang Qinghua felt very satisfied.
This box of spiritual liquid was all that Cao Zhen had left in him, given to him as a reward for his escort services.
He intended to bring it back to the sect to reward a few obedient disciples.
To help them all gain a layer in their cultivation.
But now, he had no choice but to take it out as a prize.
"What do you think, Jiang Fan? With your cultivation, you should be in great need of this item, right?" Yang Qinghua said with a smile.
Jiang Fan had already achieved Ninth Layer Perfection of the Foundation Establishment Realm.
He didn't need this item, but Xu Youran and Chen Silin did.
When leaving the sect, the two girls were at the Fourth Layer and Third Layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm, respectively.
The mid-period Foundation Establishment, this spiritual liquid could raise their cultivation by a layer.
His eyes flashed, and he asked in return: "Then what do you expect me to bring out as a prize?"
If it was a duel, both sides had to contribute a prize.
Jiang Fan had no shortage of good items on him and didn't feel burdened by it.
"I don't need you to bring out anything,"
Cao Zhen clasped his hands behind his back, a sinister smile appearing in his eyes: "All I need is for you to kneel on the ground and repent to me after losing!"
Could there be such a benefit?
Jiang Fan agreed without thinking: "No problem!"
This left Cao Zhen stunned, suspiciously asking: "Don't you want to know what you're repenting for?"
Jiang Fan shrugged and said: "Since I won't lose, why should I care?"
This remark made Cao Zhen laugh angrily.
"You indeed have confidence, considering you once luckily beat me!"
"But listen carefully. If you lose, you'll kneel and repent for trying to steal my woman, hindering my entry under the Sect Master Peak, and cheating to beat me!"
"Understood?"
What a tangled mess!
Jiang Fan felt baffled and scratched his ear: "Talk to me after you win!"
Cao Zhen snorted: "Then I'll take it that you've accepted the challenge!"
"You have an hour to rest. If you lose later, don't say it was because you were exhausted from the journey and that I won by taking advantage of you!"
For this day, he had endured humiliation for a long time.
How could he allow any mistake?
And seeing that Jiang Fan had accepted the duel.
Liu Wuchen, while feeling regret, could only try to ensure Jiang Fan wouldn't lose.
"Jiang Fan, come here," Liu Wuchen beckoned.
Jiang Fan stepped forward and said: "Master, do you have any instructions?"
With a serious gaze, Liu Wuchen said: "Your win or loss impacts the prestige of our Sect Master Peak and even the Green Cloud Sect."
"You must win, or at least achieve a draw, understand?"
He didn't dare to imagine.
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If Jiang Fan were to suffer a crushing defeat, how the outside world would mock him for having no vision, letting a talent like Cao Zhen slip away.
Only a draw or above could barely shut the mouths of gossiping people.
Feng Guchan scoffed: "Sect Master, it is your Sect Master Peak that will lose face; don't drag the sect into it."
"At least our Reincarnation Peak didn't misjudge and let Cao Zhen go."
"On the contrary, it's your fault that our Reincarnation Peak lost such a prodigy!"
Several elders heard this and came over.
They all glared at Feng Guchan.
"The sect's honor is on the line; no need for your sarcastic remarks!" Li Qingfeng scolded.
He then comforted Jiang Fan: "No need to be nervous."
"Your physique holds great restraint over ordinary martial artists."
"In a real fight, it may not be you who suffers."
Wen Hongyao glared at Li Qingfeng.
No matter how much restraint, it was within a certain range.
Could an Eighth Layer physique restrain a Ninth Layer?
Did he think Jiang Fan was a child to be coaxed?
She handed Jiang Fan a red ointment and said: "You have more chances to lose than win in this battle."
"You must recognize this, so during the fight, you must go all out and not hold back."
"There is little I can do to help you."
"Apply this blood-boosting ointment on the back of your head; it will dull some pain and allow you to fight without fear."
Zhao Wuji directly grabbed Jiang Fan's arm, injecting a wave of gentle spiritual power to help him recover his strength.
"Do your best; whether you win or lose, you're the pride of our Green Cloud Sect."
Jiang Fan found it both amusing and exasperating.
It was just a duel with Cao Zhen; why were they acting like facing a great enemy?
However, after seeing various human interactions during his travels,
The actions of Liu Wuchen and the elders made him feel a moment of warmth.
"Don't worry, now that I've accepted the challenge, I'm confident."
This brightened the faces of Liu Wuchen and the elders.
But considering the gap between Jiang Fan and Cao Zhen, they smiled wryly.
This guy was quite good at comforting people.
As for Cao Zhen and Yang Qinghua, they remained particularly calm.
Yang Qinghua instructed: "Just win without going too hard."
"After all, we're on the Green Cloud Sect's turf; leave them some face."
Beating all the sect master peak disciples had already embarrassed Liu Wuchen.
If Jiang Fan was humiliated too much, he might get angry.
Cao Zhen sat grandly, holding a teacup, and said indifferently:
"Don't worry, Elder Yang."
"If it weren't for wanting to avenge my previous shame, would I be dueling with someone of this level?"
"I wouldn't even bother if they begged me to duel."
Yang Qinghua felt at ease.
This wasn't arrogant talk; with Cao Zhen's power, few at the Ninth Layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm could match him.
Normally, he wouldn't disdain fighting an Eighth Layer cultivator.
Today, he sought only to avenge his past disgrace.
There was no need to go all out against Jiang Fan.
Humiliating him was inevitable, though.
An hour later.
Cao Zhen set down the empty teacup, his gaze sharp: "Rested enough?"
Jiang Fan didn't need to rest.
He was giving Cao Zhen time to rest.
After all, Cao Zhen had just fought several Sect Master Peak disciples.
Jiang Fan stood tall, moved to the center of the arena, and clasped his hands behind his back:
"In that case, let's begin."
"Since the prize is worthwhile, I'll let you make the first two moves."
Hmm?
Liu Wuchen, the elders, Feng Guchan, and Yang Qinghua.
A big question mark appeared on their foreheads.
Did they hear something incredible?
