In a secluded grove far from the prying eyes of others, Xi Xing Lei, his body battered and broken, stumbled away from the crowd. With unsteady steps, he gradually faded into the distance, a solitary figure in the vast expanse.
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Meanwhile, lurking in the shadows, Shen Hua, who had been quietly observing everything, felt a surge of joy in his heart. The young man's resolve was clearly faltering, his dao heart on the verge of collapse.
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Shen Hua could even discern the scattered strands of Xi Xing Lei's fate with his divination technique. This Chen Xuan was truly an extraordinary figure, capable of orchestrating events beyond Shen Hua's expectations.
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Alone in the secluded grove, Xi Xing Lei sank to the ground, his hand tracing the contours of his face as he pondered the events that had unfolded. As the anger faded, a profound sadness enveloped his heart, lingering incessantly.
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Struggling to contain the urge to cry, Xi Xing Lei began to meditate, focusing on healing his injuries. His wounds were severe, and immediate treatment was imperative.
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From his storage ring, Xi Xing Lei retrieved healing pills and ingested them, then initiated his cultivation technique, absorbing spiritual energy and mobilizing the mana within his body to digest the medicinal properties.
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In the shadows, Shen Hua also commenced his cultivation practice, absorbing spiritual energy from the surroundings. However, with both a foundation-building cultivator and a qi-refining cultivator drawing from the same area, the latter naturally found himself unable to absorb any spiritual energy.
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Moments later, Xi Xing Lei's brow furrowed, and he spat out a mouthful of blood. "How could my cultivation technique fail? This is impossible!"
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The grief he had suppressed resurfaced, and Xi Xing Lei cried out in anguish, his sorrow overwhelming.
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Meanwhile, in a dilapidated room that had become synonymous with his newfound fame, Chen Xuan paced anxiously. Two days had passed since his victory over Xi Xing Lei on the stage.
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The news had spread far and wide, and Chen Xuan's name was now known to every cultivator in the Jade Dragon Sect, from the sect master to the lowliest disciple.
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As he walked the streets, many young and beautiful female disciples greeted him as "Senior Brother Chen," their voices sweet and their gazes gentle. Even male disciples regarded him with admiration, as if he had become the new Xi Xing Lei.
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This brought Chen Xuan great joy, yet beneath it all, he remained uneasy. He knew that all this adoration was built upon the foundation of the Crimson Ghost Blade, the source of his newfound strength.
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The mysterious figure in black robes, who had bestowed upon him this power, was the true catalyst for his transformation. Chen Xuan longed to meet him again, but there had been no word until today, when the black-robed figure had contacted him and summoned him to this desolate room.
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Yet the figure had not arrived, leaving Chen Xuan to wait anxiously.
With a creak, the wooden door swung open, and Chen Xuan's pupils contracted as he immediately turned towards the entrance. Standing there, in a voluminous black robe, was Shen Hua.
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"Master, you have arrived," Chen Xuan exclaimed, his voice tinged with excitement.
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"You have done well, Chen Xuan," Shen Hua replied calmly.
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"Thank you for your praise, Master. Are you referring to what I did to Xi Xing Lei?" Chen Xuan cautiously probed, hoping to glean more advantageous information.
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However, Shen Hua had no intention of divulging the secrets of his system interception to Chen Xuan. Instead, he waved his hand dismissively.
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In truth, once Shen Hua had obtained Xi Xing Lei's aura value, he had intended to leave. However, Chen Xuan's exceptional performance had convinced Shen Hua to extend his attention to Chen Xuan, forming a beneficial connection. After all, Chen Xuan's journey mirrored the typical trajectory of a protagonist in a story: initially weak and oppressed, then experiencing a stroke of fortune, and finally rising to prominence.
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"Just know that I am about to depart," Shen Hua stated.
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"So soon, Master?" Chen Xuan's expression betrayed a hint of panic. He had anticipated this day but had not expected it to arrive so swiftly.
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Chen Xuan's greatest concern was whether the Crimson Ghost Blade would be taken away by the figure in the black robe. If it were taken, Chen Xuan would truly revert to his former state.
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Shen Hua, of course, could discern Chen Xuan's thoughts. "Do not worry. Consider the Crimson Ghost Blade a gift from me. I will not take it away."
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"In addition, I will impart to you a secret technique."
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Without hesitation, Chen Xuan knelt to the ground and kowtowed deeply to Shen Hua.
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"Thank you, Master. I will always remember your great kindness and grace. My gratitude is boundless."
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Chen Xuan's demeanor remained respectful, unaffected by his sudden rise in status within the Jade Dragon Sect. He did not allow himself to become arrogant or insolent.
"I must remind you, Chen Xuan, that when you use the Crimson Ghost Blade without me by your side, even someone a realm higher than you can detect it. Be cautious when using it. If others discover its secrets, you know the consequences. Furthermore, the mana within the Crimson Ghost Blade is limited, meaning its usage is finite. You must manage it wisely. I will now impart to you a secret technique, which will give you some self-defense capabilities. Farewell, and until we meet again."
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After leaving behind a jade slip, Shen Hua activated his concealment technique and departed from the Jade Dragon Sect. He had more important matters to attend to, leaving Chen Xuan to walk his own path. Chen Xuan looked around the empty, dilapidated room, where Shen Hua's presence was completely absent.
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"Thank you for your guidance, Elder," Chen Xuan muttered to himself, then stood up and picked up the jade slip.
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"Leaving Sun Fist," Chen Xuan recited slowly.
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Ten days later...
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Shen Hua found himself in a remote mountain range within the Blackwater County. The Jade Dragon Sect was situated near the border of Shanyang County, not far from Blackwater County. Shen Hua opened his consciousness to access the system:
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[Aura Points: 61 points]
[A very successful plunder]
[Please continue to excel, breaking more destinies]
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Shen Hua nodded in acknowledgment. Aura points were indeed mysterious. He had only accumulated 23 points by altering the fate of the entire Shen family, whereas he had plundered 50 points from Xi Xing Lei alone. It was clear that individuals could not be compared in terms of aura points.
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Now that Shen Hua had obtained a significant number of aura points, it was time to exchange them for resources in the marketplace. He opened the marketplace and surveyed the array of treasures available. The marketplace could refresh, and items like the Dragon Slaying Blade and Bone Fire had long been taken. Now, the most prominent item in the marketplace was...
【Golden Quality Sky Palm Bottle】
【An ancient divine artifact imbued with the essence of the heavens and earth, absorbing the power of moonlight to condense life essence and promote the growth of all things】
【Price: 99999 aura points】
【In times of great battle, remember to furrow your brow and retreat behind the others】
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【Purple Quality Copper Coin Mask】
【Capable of concealing one's aura and has a strange connection to the fate of a powerful Fate Controller, eerie and frenzied】
【Price: 66666 aura points】
【Some say that coins carry the aura of dynasties. In this crazy world, connecting so many coins together is bound to bring good fortune, right?】
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Shen Hua furrowed his brow at the peculiar description and evaluation of the Copper Coin Mask. It was unlike any other item in the marketplace. Could it be related to the fate of that Fate Controller? Items entangled with such a mysterious and powerful entity were not something Shen Hua dared to touch, even if he could afford them. He feared being assimilated and driven mad with just a single misstep. Shen Hua bypassed these exorbitantly priced items without hesitation.
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