With the two synchronously withdrawing from the battle area.
The battle has come to an end!
On a Floating Island, the Sect Leader of Jiyang Sect was chatting with the Clan Leader of a Four-star Giant Influence.
Discussing the possible areas for cooperation between the two families.
Discussing the new talents capable of forming alliances between the two families.
"Sect Leader, Young Sect Leader and the others lost." At this moment, a disciple from Jiyang Sect suddenly approached, "Young Sect Leader, Brother Yuan Bian is severely injured."
"What?"
The Sect Leader and Grand Elder of Jiyang Sect turned back simultaneously, the jovial smiles abruptly ceased.
Hadnât they yet to face Lu Lang and the others?
Todayâs opponents were a completely unheard-of Immortal Sect, with two in the Upper Profound Realm leading two in the Lower Profound Realm.
How could they possibly lose?
The two couldnât be bothered to chat any longer, quickly left the Floating Island, and returned to their residence.
He Ping lay on the bed, his eyes blankly staring at the ceiling beam, while the Spiritual Cuisine Master was tending to his injuries.
When the Sect Leader and Grand Elder of Jiyang Sect entered the room, He Ping glanced sideways. Then continued to turn his head away.
"Father, I lost..."
"I underestimated the Immortal Sect."
"I underestimated those daring enough to challenge me."
Three consecutive sentences, filled with regret.
He then suddenly shuddered, tears flowed from the corners of his eyes before fainting.
The Sect Leader of Jiyang Sect hurried to the bedside and asked, "Silly boy, are you alright?"
The Spiritual Cuisine Master said, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, Young Sect Leaderâs injuries are too severe, he was holding on due to too much regret. Now that youâve arrived, he couldnât hold on and fainted."
The Sect Leader of Jiyang Sect hastily asked, "What is my sonâs condition?"
The Spiritual Cuisine Master replied, "Specifically, Young Sect Leader currently has sword wounds, burns, and several broken bones internally. Even using the best Spiritual Cuisine, it will likely take a month or two to recover."
"This..."
The Sect Leader of Jiyang Sect immediately sighed.
Jiyang Sect would miss out on the talent battle of the centennial event!
The Sect Leader suddenly turned to look at the Grand Elder and others, "Which regional influence is this Immortal Sect, to be so ruthless!"
"Never heard of them."
"After Young Sect Leader and the others got into trouble, we investigated, they seem like an influence born out of nowhere, previously there was no news at all."
The Grand Elder and others shook their heads helplessly.
The Sect Leader of Jiyang Sect angrily said, "Investigate, investigate thoroughly! I want to see what kind of deity this Immortal Sect is, playing the fool to beat the tiger, ruining Jiyang Sectâs talentsâ future."
...
Time flashed by another day.
"Did you watch yesterdayâs match?"
"Which one?"
"The one between Immortal Sect and Jiyang Sect."
"Heard about it, Jiyang Sectâs four genius Upper Profound Realm individuals, all with Innate Anomaly Vein. Actually lost to the completely unknown Immortal Sect. That Immortal Sect wielded swords that could fly and had incredibly powerful Flame Vein Skill..."
"Honestly, what exactly is the origin of this Immortal Sect? Why have we never heard of them before?"
Wen Ping walked down the road away from the Secret Realm, overhearing the conversations of passers-by.
Though not many, for Wen Ping, this marked the start of a billion people knowing about the Immortal Sect!
"Looks like itâs essential to step on the strong to ascend."
After winning the battle yesterday, Wen Ping deliberately checked the progress bar of the task.
In the second segment of the traveling task, Vast City currently has about fifty to sixty thousand people aware of Immortal Sectâs existence.
The number is currently steadily increasing...
After observing yesterday and this morning, Wen Ping locked onto a few more strong, notable teams.
The old routine again, he still let Huai Ye bring the challenge letter to those teams.
Calculate the time, they should be out.
Just then, Bainian Xiang came running out from the Secret Realm.
"Sect Leader."
Wen Ping turned to ask, "How did it go, did they accept?"
Huai Ye looked dejected, "No. They all knew about our battle with Jiyang Sect yesterday and were unwilling to accept it."
Little girl, though sheâs passed the Thousand Layers and experienced the heartâs practice, her disappointed expression is still very apparent.
Huai Ye continued to sigh, "Sect Leader, what should we do next?"
"Itâs okay, no need to rush."
Various ideas flooded Wen Pingâs mind.
Honestly speaking, he didnât expect those talents to be so cowardly.
All are figures ranking in the top 500 talents, prominent and reputable, but they were afraid!
Just then, a familiar voice was heard.
This voice was filled with delight.
"Sect Leader Wen!"
Without needing to turn around, Wen Ping knew Bainian Xiang was here.
Sure enough, upon turning his head, Bainian Xiang was walking out with Hidden Dragon Sectâs crowd.
Compared to Bainian Xiangâs smile, the lack of expression on Bainian Hanshanâs and the othersâ faces was more noteworthy.
Wen Ping asked Bainian Xiang, "How was it?"
"Beat a team led by someone ranked over 5000 in the rookie rankings. Didnât lose face." Bainian Xiang smiled.
Her ultimate goal was within the top 5000.
So winning this match made her very happy.
"Keep it up! No need to be overly joyous, remember to leverage your own advantages. Donât use your weaknesses to face the enemyâs strengths." Wen Ping nodded, not rejoicing for Bainian Xiang, knowing her limit wasnât here.
Just with the Magic Broom alone, it could help her defeat someone in the Upper Profound Realm.
Though it requires a significant amount of time.
Bainian Xiang nodded, "Got it!"
Wen Pingâs teacher-like tone immediately caught Bu Ling and othersâ attention; originally with Zi Ran not present, they didnât want to pay attention to Wen Ping.
Yet, Wen Ping acting like a teacher to Bainian Xiang was very displeasing.
"Sect Leader Wen, long time no see."
Bu Ling also spoke with a tutelary tone, "Little girl with a frown, seems thereâs some trouble...losing one or two matches is no big deal, personal advice is to find a certain opponent to defeat next."
"Hmm?"
Wen Ping glanced at Bu Ling.
Then at Huai Ye.
Uh...why is this little fellow still wearing a frown.
Causing misunderstandings.
But he was too lazy to explain such misunderstandings.
After laughing, he casually greeted Bainian Hanshan and others.
No matter how unfamiliar, they were Bainian Xiangâs family and elders.
"Xiang, letâs go!"
Bu Ling coldly shouted, not intending to delay for more chat.
However, just when Bu Ling uttered this, Wen Ping signaled Bainian Xiang should leave but still advised, "Xiang, remember not to rush to prove anything, do what you can, the rookie battle is just a place to test yourself."
He had sensed at the Immortal Sect that Bainian Xiang really wanted to prove herself.
Wen Ping worried this mindset might actually lead to an unfulfilling effort.
If something happened, that was not something Sect Leader Wen Ping wished to see.
Unfortunately, this sentence stopped Bu Ling abruptly!
"Hmph! Isnât someone talking too much? My Hidden Dragon Sectâs people need some immature young man to speak pretentiously?" Bu Ling was precisely in a bad mood and noticing Wen Ping still lacked tact, turned and directly spoke coldly.
Frankly, speaking with Wen Ping was all for Zi Ran Masterâs sake.
Without Zi Ran Master, he really wouldnât want to deal with Wen Pingâs influence, avoid future troubles.
Such incidents werenât unheard of.
Just a couple of chats led to other influences fake claiming Hidden Dragon Sectâs name outside, saying what backing was from Hidden Dragon Sect! Those uninformed influences even believed it!
When Bu Lingâs words fell, Wen Ping felt somewhat annoyed, coldly responding, "Are my Immortal Sectâs disciples supposed to be commented on by you?"
Showing disrespect despite given respect?