Chapter 48: Mighty as a Dragon

  Under the leadership of that majestic elder, Ximen Wudi and other martial arts disciples all went to the first row of seats on the arena.

  Yuan Shi Yao Bu Ping also discovered that the high-level members of the sect had arrived and led the instructors to come forward to greet them, not daring to be slow.

  The news that the top of the school came down to inspect the competition had been received by Yao Buping early on, he just didn't expect it would be at this time.

  Moreover, the Yinghao Competition is just an ordinary event of Feiyun Bieyuan, held once a year, and the sect does not attach much importance to it. Yao Buping also found it strange why the high-level officials of the sect would come to inspect, except for the first session which was inspected once, there were no inspection records afterwards, but this session came to inspect again, which is somewhat unusual.

  Moreover, Yao Buping discovered that the elder leading the team was actually Qi Changlao. This Qi Changlao not only held real power in Feilongyuan but also had a relatively high position in the Elder's Chamber.

  Fei Long Courtyard is exclusive to inner sect disciples of the war body, just like Qing Yun Courtyard for outer sect disciples. Qi Changlao, however, manages war body disciples, and his status can be imagined.

  Both sides met soon, and Yao Buping didn't dare to be slow, even if he had a powerful backer. It was still better not to offend Qi Changlao. Therefore, he showed great humility, bowing from afar and saying: "Qi Shifu is in charge of Feilong Institute, with many things to attend to, yet you still take the time to come to Feiyun Bieyuan for inspection. I apologize for not coming to greet you from a distance."

  Cai Qing and other instructors also welcomed with a smile, but they didn't have the qualification to speak, only Yuan Shou barely had enough qualification to converse with Qi Changlao.

  Upon hearing this, Qi Zhanglao nodded slightly and responded with a "yes", then asked: "Where is Xiao Chen?"

  Yao Buping was at a loss for an answer, somewhat bewildered. He really didn't know who Xiao Chen was. The Institute Director wasn't all-knowing either; to find someone, they would have to go to the General Affairs Office to look them up.

  What made Yao Buping even more puzzled was that Qi Changlao had clearly come to inspect, why did he directly mention Xiao Chen's name.

  Cai Qing knew who Xiao Chen was from the day he entered Fei Yun Bie Yuan, and later when he had a conflict with Zhong Chongshan, as well as on the day of searching for 'Guiyuan Dan', Cai Qing was present. Therefore, Cai Qing is absolutely not unfamiliar with Xiao Chen.

  Cai Qingjiao was about to speak when Xi Men Wudi suddenly said from behind Qi Changlao, "Elder, that person is Xiao Chen."

  Ximen Wudi pointed at Xiao Chen on the arena and said, "Due to Qi Changlao and others' arrival, the Yinghao Ranking Competition has also temporarily stopped. Xiao Chen is standing alone on the arena, and hasn't had a chance to choose an opponent yet."

  "Oh? He's Xiao Chen, and he even participated in the Yinghao Ranking Competition!" Qi Chang Lao raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat surprised, then said: "Whatever, I'll just go take a look at his match first."

  "Qī Chánglǎo, please." Yao Bùpíng stepped aside immediately and invited Qī Chánglǎo to take a seat.

  "What's strange is that Xiao Chen's background is unknown, and how did Qi Changlao come to point him out directly?" Yao Buping thought to himself, although he was the head of the institution, there were some things that needed to be investigated in order to know, not everything could be known.

  Cai Qingjiao had a faint guess, Cai Qingjiao felt that Xiao Chen might have gained the recognition of the sect and decided to keep him. Today, Qi Changlao came to inspect, but it was just an excuse, the real purpose was for Xiao Chen's sake.

  Xiao Chen was unaware of all this and thought it was just a high-ranking member of the sect coming for an inspection.

  Qī Zhǎnglǎo walked, with the others following behind him like a retinue of stars. He was led to the seat of honor, but except for Qī Zhǎnglǎo, everyone else stood, not daring to sit. Even Yáo Bùpíng stood respectfully off to one side.

  "Let's begin." said Qi Zhanglao simply and directly.

  Upon hearing this, Cai Qing turned to Xiao Chen and asked: "Xiao Chen, who will you choose to challenge?"

  Xiao Chen said lightly: "First place, 'One Sword Chasing Wind' Du Tengfei, Brother Du."

  Xiao Chen's voice was neither loud nor soft, but under the circumstances, Xiao Chen became the focus of everyone's attention. As a result, Xiao Chen's originally not-so-loud voice was heard by most of his fellow disciples.

  And as the disciples in the front row who heard clearly began to discuss, the news of Xiao Chen challenging the first place and Du Tengfei spread like a storm, sweeping past the ears of tens of thousands of disciples.

  All kinds of comments burst forth like a tidal wave, several times more intense than when Xiao Chen made his debut.

  "Haha... did I hear that right? Is this kid joking? He's actually challenging Brother Du, he really thinks he's someone!"

  "It's utterly ridiculous, this kid is clearly ignorant of his own limitations and doesn't know what's good for him. I think he's struggling to challenge the tenth rank, yet he dares to challenge Brother Du, he must have gotten his brain pinched by a door!"

  "It's not just being pinched by the door, I think it must have been kicked by a donkey! Brother Du's title 'One Sword with the Wind' is not for show, I dare bet this kid can't even take one sword."

  "Right! Let's see how this brainless kid gets beaten by Brother Du!"

  “……”

  Many disciples were in an uproar, and upon learning that Xiao Chen had actually challenged Du Tengfei, they were all cursing, not a single one thought Xiao Chen could win, everyone thought Xiao Chen was brain-dead, simply asking for abuse!

  However, there were still some rational people who did not comment on Xiao Chen, such as Qi Changlao, who was watching with relish, his expression unreadable.

  Ximen Wudi also has confidence in Xiao Chen. In Ximen Wudi's mind, Xiao Chen still holds a high position.

  Cai Qing also has great confidence in Xiao Chen. Cai Qing said, "I have high hopes for you, the first place is yours."

  Xiao Chen smiled slightly and said to Cai Qing as he walked to the center of the arena.

  At this moment, 'One Sword with the Wind' Du Tengfei, also known as Brother Du, walked onto the stage. His gaze at Xiao Chen was filled with disdain. After sizing him up from head to toe, he said: "Kid, your cultivation is barely enough to sweep the streets. You're not even qualified to challenge me. I suggest you go back and cultivate for a few more years before coming back. Otherwise, when I make my move, you'll be asking for trouble."

  Xiao Chen sneered, thinking that Du Tengfei looked decent and had a good temperament, but the words he spoke were like diarrhea, instantly giving Xiao Chen a terrible impression of him. He decided to take action without mercy, teaching this scoundrel a lesson.

  Dang Xia said: "I just came to see, the title 'One Sword with the Wind' is born with the clear wind or born with the turbid wind, Brother Master won't give me a chance?"

  "…you!" Du Tengfei's face turned black upon hearing this.

  Xiao Chen's words had another meaning, Qing Feng naturally understood it easily, but the two words "turbid wind" were worth pondering. However, Xiao Chen's intention at this moment was clearly to say that Du Tengfei's title was "One Sword Following Fart".

  Du Tengfei was furious, he was the first disciple of the Yinghao list and a proud existence in Feiyun Bieyuan, the number one person in Feiyun Bieyuan. Who dared not to give him some face? Now Xiao Chen scolded him as a nobody, it can be imagined how angry Du Tengfei was.

  "Great! Great! Great! What a sharp tongue, I hope you can still be arrogant later." Du Tengfei said furiously.

  "Please." Xiao Chen said politely, following the old rules, he made a fist and bowed, introducing himself.

  But as for this, Du Tengfei sneered, coldly snorted, patted his waist, and the treasure sword came out of its scabbard. The chill flashed, and the true energy poured in, immediately, the treasure sword shone brightly, pointing at Xiao Chen from afar, saying: "You will regret what you said earlier."

  Xiao Chen replied evasively and said casually: "Has it started?"

  "Nonsense, look at the sword!" Du Tengfei was indeed infuriated by Xiao Chen, secretly scolding him as a moron from who-knows-where for daring to belittle him.

  With a sudden shake of the treasured sword, true energy burst forth, stirring up the sword light to flash and flutter, with wind and thunder crashing about. One sword stroke shot out, swift as wind and lightning, chopping towards Xiao Chen, completely disregarding his senior brother's demeanor, taking the lead in making a move, and moreover, using full strength, determined to strike Xiao Chen off the arena with one sword.

  Xiao Chen, however, stood still on the spot, seemingly not noticing Du Tengfei's incoming sword. To others, Du Tengfei's sword might have been extremely fast, like wind and thunder, but to Xiao Chen, it was hardly worth mentioning. The speed of this sword was far inferior to Ximen Wudi's quick sword, and Xiao Chen felt it was too slow.

  "Huh? Is Xiao Chen that idiot scared stupid or something, he actually doesn't know how to defend himself!"

  "He's definitely been caught off guard by Du Tengfei's sword aura and can't find his bearings; he's lost for sure."

  "It goes without saying, Brother Du is..."

  However, just as the crowd of disciples thought they had grasped the situation, Xiao Chen suddenly understood and everyone saw that Xiao Chen's body flashed and he appeared behind Du Tengfei. Without even drawing his sword, he slapped out with his palm, causing a loud explosion of energy, with true energy shooting out like sharp needles, striking Du Tengfei's back before he could even react.

  Then those disciples' minds were like Mount Tai, and Du Shixiong was like a dead dog, lying on the arena, never moving again.

  At this moment, all the disciples were stunned, their jaws dropped to the ground, and they had no idea what was happening. In fact, it wasn't just these disciples, even the head of the institute, Yao Buping, Cai Qing, and others were also dumbfounded, their jaws dropped to the ground, and their tongues turned into a red carpet.

  Qī Zhǎnglǎo's eyebrows rose, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes, and his lips moved slightly, as if he was smiling...

  "Xiao Chen has become even stronger!" But Xi Men Wu Di's eyelid twitched, and he thought to himself: "He can once again become my opponent."

  The disciples who were watching from Fei Yun's courtyard were now in a state of utter chaos, like a turtle nest that had been overturned.

  Xiao Chen's victory is more shocking than Qian Ming's at the time, simple, powerful, fast, and defeated his opponent in a flash.

  Under the stage, those opponents who initially looked down on Xiao Chen were now all stunned, their jaws dropped to the ground and their tongues turned into a red carpet.

  Xiao Chen's strength was beyond everyone's expectations. With one palm, he stunned the number one on the English Haobang list, a warrior who had condensed his spirit into the Nine Heavens. What kind of power did this require?!

  Is Xiao Chen not a Mirror Wielder?!

  "This... this... am I seeing things? How did he do it?"

  "No, no, no, it's not an illusion, it's absolutely true! It's simply too powerful, this Xiao Chen is simply a dragon among men, even the War Body disciples aren't as strong as him?"

  "My god! I didn't think much of Xiao Chen at first, but he's so sharp. Looks like I'll have to suck up to him more in the future."

  "Yes, I think this year's Ing Hao list is definitely going to be topped by him."

  ...Many disciples came back to their senses and began discussing among themselves.