Chapter 27 of Volume 1: Fearless and Unwavering

  A sudden battle, but a single sentence of skill, and victory or defeat is decided.

  The battle was not unexpected for Yikong, who was familiar with the four emptinesses. However, the outcome left Yikong speechless.

  Si Kong is a fourth-grade upper-tier cultivator, with an unyielding and powerful physique. He is also renowned among the true transmission disciples. Gao Huan, on the other hand, is only a third-grade lower-tier cultivator who has just been promoted to a true transmission disciple. In terms of cultivation and martial arts, Si Kong surpasses him by at least tenfold.

  It took only three moves for the two to take action, but Si Kong, who had an absolute advantage, was kicked unconscious by Gao Huan with one kick. If Yī Kōng understood Gao Huan's online slang from his past life, he would definitely shout: "This is not scientific."

  But the fact is right in front of him, every move, every style, and every change of the two people fighting, all clearly visible within a hair's breadth.

  In fact, from the start, Si Kong had been at a clear advantage. Gao Huan's adaptability was clever, but under Si Kong's fierce and powerful pressure, he was already in a precarious situation. Just as he was about to make his final move, it was like a divine dragon swinging its tail, changing and transforming in a way that left no trace. Even with Si Kong's actual strength and cultivation, it was impossible to block.

  One empty palm patted his heart and asked himself, if he hadn't been prepared to face Gao Yun's kick, he would have been hit for sure. Of course, as a first-class warrior with the strength of a dragon elephant, even if Gao Yun kicked him, he wouldn't become like Si Kong, a dead dog.

  "Junior brother is indeed well-cultivated." Yikong was stunned for a moment, and sincerely praised. After a pause, he said: "Everyone is brothers of the same master, it's nothing wrong to try each other out with their skills. But don't hurt the harmony."

  Yi Kong's meaning was clear: you could knock him unconscious, but absolutely couldn't take his life. Gao Huan had never intended to kill anyone; although Si Kong was definitely a troublemaker, he wasn't someone who could be dealt with right now. Gao Huan nodded and said, "I understand."

  He sighed and said, "Si Kong is a hot-tempered and rough person, but he's the nephew of Bai Hu Tang's Ma Changlao. Even our master can't be too demanding on him. You should understand my difficulties, younger brother."

  Gao Huan smiled, "What does this have to do with Shixiong? I've grown up in the sect since I was a child, so I'm already used to this kind of thing." As he spoke, Gao Huan also bowed his head to Yikong and said, "Thanks for reminding me, Shixiong."

  One empty directly pointed out that four emptiness is having a strong backing behind him, and also has a good impression of Gao Huan, fearing that he doesn't know the depth and would be retaliated against by Four Emptiness.

  Gao Huan pointed at the unconscious Si Kong Dao with some difficulty: "How should he be dealt with?"

  "It's normal to get knocked out during a martial arts competition. Don't take it to heart, this kind of sparring is unavoidable in the future, you'd better be prepared."

  Gao Huan understood the meaning of one empty, this matter is not over yet. Gao Huan was also not afraid of Si Kong. Having such a person entangled, on the contrary, is a kind of motivation. As long as Gao Huan's cultivation is sufficient, Si Kong is just someone behind him, what can he do?

  The status of the true disciple is extremely important, and even the elder has no right to dispose of it. As long as Gao Huan maintains enough strength and maintains the status of a true disciple, these are not considered major troubles.

  Gao Huan came here originally to ask for advice on a matter, but something unexpected happened and it's not good to stay any longer. After thinking for a moment, he said: "Yi Kong Shixiong, I heard that true disciples like us have access to private practice chambers. I'd like to find one to cultivate in for a period of time, could you tell me how to arrange this?"

  One of the empty nodded and said, "This is easy to handle. With the true transmission disciple copper plate, you can go to the Xuanwu Hall to apply for a cultivation room. True transmission disciples can use the cultivation room for free for three months within a year. If they exceed the time limit, they will have to pay."

  The treatment of the true disciples is indeed extremely high. Three months of closed quarters, and also the Five Elements Return to Origin Jade Belt, Gao Huan feels that he can definitely form the White Tiger Wheel. The unmoving Ming Wang force cultivated by Si Kong, although it has a powerful force like a mountain collapse and a tsunami, is not a physical exercise. Therefore, attack strong defense weak, so it will be kicked unconscious by Gao Huan with one kick.

  After Gao Huan formed the White Tiger Wheel, he could penetrate fourteen acupoints. Even if he couldn't reach the fourth level of Tongli, with his solid foundation and sensitivity to martial arts, he was still able to confront Si Kong head-on.

  Kong Yuzi nodded in agreement, "That's right, Shidi has just advanced to the true transmission disciple and needs to consolidate his cultivation to avoid unnecessary conflicts. However, there are only 17 days left before the New Year. On the first day of the new year, all true transmission disciples must enter the ancestral hall to pay respects to their ancestors. The heads of the five halls will also assess the cultivation of the true transmission disciples and compete with each other to determine their ranking. This grand assembly is crucial as it will affect how we are treated next year."

  Gao Huan was slightly stunned, not expecting that the true disciples would also have to compete in a duel. From what Yi Kong said, it seems that the true disciples no longer focus on individual rankings, but instead form small groups to confront each other.

  Think carefully, the arrangement of Tianlian Sect is very meaningful. When entering the inner disciple, all people are arranged to desperately compete with each other, everyone is hostile to each other, and they go crazy for survival. This is a very effective means to force out human potential to the maximum extent.

  A sect, after all, needs a strong centripetal force to ensure the inheritance and development of the sect. Each true disciple is a precious wealth of the sect, so we cannot let each other's competition be too cruel. The competition between the five halls also helps to cultivate the sense of unity among the true disciples.

  Gao Huan was deep in thought when Kong An comforted him, "Don't worry, Fifth Brother. As a newly promoted true disciple, you won't be participating in the trial. However, the First Seats will evaluate all true disciples. If they show significant improvement, they'll receive Yuemai Dan as a reward. This matter is very important, don't take it lightly."

  Jian Gao Huan still didn't quite understand, so Kong Nai patiently gave her a detailed explanation. The first seats' assessment is simply to evaluate the true transmission disciples' ranking. If there's no progress for three consecutive years, they will be stripped of their true transmission disciple status. If progress is fast, they will receive corresponding rewards.

  After being assessed by the first seats, you can be promoted to a higher rank.

  For example, if Gao Huan is currently a third-tier lower-grade, then only one three-petaled black lotus can be embroidered on his sleeve. If he is evaluated as a third-tier middle-grade by the first seat, the black lotus can become a red lotus, and the upper grade is a red lotus. Different ranks also determine different treatments. A person with a five-petaled black lotus embroidered on his sleeve shows that he is in the fifth rank lower grade.

  Gao Huan may not have had a chance to go into battle, but if his cultivation progresses, he will not only be able to upgrade his status and rank, but also have the opportunity to obtain Yu Mei Dan.

  Yuè Suí Dān is a sixth-grade elixir that can transform the marrow and nourish the blood, with extraordinary efficacy. Generally speaking, warriors and cultivators below the Heavenly Stage are in dire need of this elixir.

  A single Jade Marrow Pill is worth a thousand gold, and it's a sect's secret transmission, even with money, you can't buy it. For Gao Huan, the Jade Marrow Pill is even more important. If there were ten Jade Marrow Pills, within a year, Gao Huan would be able to reach the realm of Blood like Mercury.

  As for the more skilled disciples, the sect still has various rewards. Such as Dragon Blood Powder, Phoenix Wing Knife and so on, Jade Marrow Pill is not the most precious among them.

  The reward for being a true disciple is ten times more generous than the reward for being an inner disciple. Although Gao Huan may not be able to get these things, he has the opportunity to obtain the Jade Marrow Pill. It's worth it for Gao Huan to work hard just for this.

  He walked out of the empty courtyard and rushed straight to the Xuanwu Hall without stopping. This fourth awakening was another trouble, and the horse elder behind him was also a trouble.

  For Gao Huan, entering the Xuanwu Hall for closed-door training is his best response at present. Any strategy or means must be based on sufficient strength.

  Don't want to be at the mercy of others, then go forward bravely.

  Entered the Xuanwu Hall, Gao Huan took out the true transmission disciple copper plate, and under the jealous and envious eyes of the executive disciples, he received a 16-day closed door time.

  This time, the leading deacon's disciple didn't have any fancy moves and simply gave Gao Huan a first-class secret room. This first-class secret room had exactly the same layout as the one Gao Huan used last time, with the only difference being the room number. The secret room filled with spiritual energy and its familiar layout made Gao Huan feel very at home.

  Gao Huan then handed over some details, and the disciple of the executive only murmured and left.

  Gao Huan watched as the disciples of the sect left, and couldn't help but burst out laughing. The ferocity of Yao Ying's scolding had made all the disciples aware of the true power of a genuine disciple, and they no longer dared to deceive or cheat anyone.

  Gao Huan returned once again, but his status was now worlds apart from before. He received the treatment of a true disciple under Yan Fang's care. However, Gao Huan still didn't have any good impressions of Yan Fang. This woman had a narrow and petty heart, and was prone to mood swings. Once you offended her, she would remember it for life.

  Yan Fang, Si Kong, one by one, the true disciples jumped out and made things difficult for Gao Huan. It seemed accidental, but it was an inevitable necessity. Without Yan Fang, there would be Li Fang; without Si Kong, there would be Qi Kong.

  Within the sect, everyone has their own interests to pursue. The sect is so big, and it's normal for people to compete and rub against each other. On Gao Huan's path forward, no matter what the reason, there will only be more and more opponents and enemies.

  To master one's own destiny, one needs to work even harder at cultivation. It can't be denied that Gao Huan likes cultivating, enjoys the feeling of grasping power. Gao Huan even delights in this feeling.

  In his previous life, Gao Huan had played extreme sports such as bungee jumping, skateboarding and street dancing, all of which were about showing off his skills and abilities that surpassed those of ordinary people.

  But these things compared to the current martial arts, are just the most childish play, completely incomparable. Step by step mastering strength, understanding all the secrets of one's own body, from physical to spiritual, become incredibly powerful. This process alone is worth using all one's might to pursue and explore.

  Unlike the confusion of past lives, in this life, Gao Huan clearly knows what he is thinking about, knows what he wants, and understands how to achieve his ideals.

  The Master said: "He who exercises government by means of his virtue may be compared to the north polar star, which keeps its place and all the stars turn towards it."

  After experiencing two lifetimes of joy and sorrow, Gao Huan felt that he barely understood the meaning of this sentence.

  It is easy to know but difficult to do. The principles of the world are always easy to understand, but it's hard to put them into practice. It's like how easy it is to talk big, but actually putting what you say into action is a thousand times more difficult.

  Gao Huan also reminds himself at all times that no matter what wish he wants to fulfill, he must be down-to-earth and move forward step by step. For him, the secret of success is only one: hard work, hard work, and more hard work.