Time Manipulating System-Chapter 44 - Gu Yang vs. Zhang Huairu, the 10th True Disciple of the North Snow Sect!
Chapter 44: Gu Yang vs. Zhang Huairu, the 10th True Disciple of the North Snow Sect!
The voice of the North Snow Sect elder rang out, instantly causing an uproar.
“It’s Senior Brother Zhang, the 10th-ranked true disciple of our North Snow Sect!”
“Senior Brother Zhang is finally stepping up!”
“Wait, his opponent is Gu Yang from the Flowing Cloud Sect?”
“Is that the legendary Gu Yang?”
“Damn, facing him right off the bat? Haha, Senior Brother Zhang’s luck is really something!”
Many North Snow Sect disciples broke into smiles upon hearing that Zhang Huairu’s opponent was Gu Yang.
Though they had all heard of Gu Yang’s reputation, that was back when he was at the Qi Gathering stage. True disciples were all at the True Condensation realm!
Especially their 10th-ranked true disciple, Senior Brother Zhang, he was at the eighth level of the True Condensation realm!
Gu Yang had just become a true disciple, how could he possibly be Senior Brother Zhang’s match?
On the high platform of the square, the leading grand elders of the four major sects sat together.
“Oh? So this is the prodigy Gu Yang who recently emerged in your Flowing Cloud Sect?”
Beside the Flowing Cloud Sect’s grand elder, the North Snow Sect’s grand elder stroked his beard, his murky old eyes gleaming as he watched Gu Yang slowly walking toward the dueling arena.
He could naturally see Gu Yang’s current cultivation level at a glance, third level of the True Condensation realm!
Truly worthy of being called a prodigy! No wonder the Flowing Cloud Sect’s sect master had exceptionally promoted him to a true disciple!
“What? Feeling envious?” the Flowing Cloud Sect’s grand elder said with a smile.
“A little, yes. But he’s come too early. If he had waited a few more tournaments, this True Disciple Competition might have been his for the taking. But now… he’s no match for Zhang Huairu.”
The North Snow Sect’s grand elder also smiled, speaking with absolute confidence.
In response, the Flowing Cloud Sect’s grand elder merely chuckled, neither confirming nor denying. After all, he shared the same opinion.
“Hah, wait a few more tournaments? There are countless geniuses in this world. I think this Gu Yang is just a flash in the pan, who knows if he’ll even be alive in a few years?”
At this moment, the White Sun Sect’s grand elder sneered.
Hearing this, the Flowing Cloud Sect’s grand elder frowned.
“What do you mean by that?”
“Nothing much, just sharing my personal opinion. If you don’t want to hear it, then forget I said anything.”
Faced with the Flowing Cloud Sect’s questioning, the White Sun Sect’s grand elder shrugged nonchalantly. His words were purely meant to provoke, after all, their two sects had never gotten along.
The North Snow Sect and Frostwind Sect’s grand elders nearby could only sigh helplessly, choosing not to get involved.
“Hmph!”
The Flowing Cloud Sect’s grand elder clearly had no interest in further argument. With a cold snort, he fell silent and turned his gaze to Dueling Arena No. 5.
There… the match was about to begin!
On the dueling arena, Zhang Huairu looked at Gu Yang with surprise.
So young!
Too young!
Not even eighteen years old, yet already a true disciple.
And his cultivation had already reached the third level of the True Condensation realm!
Such talent was truly enviable.
Even Zhang Huairu couldn’t help but feel a twinge of inferiority, but only for a moment.
“So you’re Gu Yang?”
“I have to admit, your talent is indeed monstrous.”
“Breaking through to the third level of the True Condensation realm before eighteen, if you had waited until the next True Disciple Competition, I might not have been your match.”
“But now… you’re no match for me.”
“Surrender. I don’t want to hurt you.”
Zhang Huairu crossed his arms, speaking magnanimously.
Deep down, he felt a hint of smugness.
You might be a genius, but right now, you’re still beneath me.
Admittedly, the feeling of trampling a genius beneath his feet… was quite satisfying!
Zhang Huairu’s words immediately stirred excited admiration among the North Snow Sect’s inner disciples.
“Senior Brother Zhang truly has a grand vision!”
“Though I never expected Gu Yang to already be at the third level of the True Condensation realm, his talent is terrifying!”
“What does terrifying talent matter? Right now, he still has to bow his head before Senior Brother Zhang!”
“The gap in cultivation isn’t something talent can easily bridge!”
They chattered excitedly.
Meanwhile, the Flowing Cloud Sect’s true disciples frowned slightly, feeling somewhat displeased, but they said nothing.
On the arena, Gu Yang responded casually to Zhang Huairu’s words.
“Make me surrender? Sorry, but you’re not qualified.”
Gu Yang stood calmly, his expression indifferent, as if Zhang Huairu wasn’t even worth his attention.
Whoosh!
Gu Yang’s words instantly caused an uproar among the North Snow Sect disciples, shock, disbelief, anger, all kinds of emotions erupted.
After all, Gu Yang’s disdain for their true disciple was tantamount to disdain for their entire sect!
Even the Flowing Cloud Sect’s true disciples were stunned.
Damn… Junior Brother Gu is way too bold.
How could he say that?
There was a full five minor realms between him and Zhang Huairu!
Though it sounded satisfying, Zhang Huairu definitely wouldn’t hold back now!
On the arena, just as they predicted, Zhang Huairu’s face darkened with fury.
“You, ?!”
He glared at Gu Yang, clearly infuriated by his attitude.
I’m five minor realms above you, where do you get the audacity to provoke me like this?!
“Fine. Let’s see if I’m qualified or not!”
Zhang Huairu didn’t waste more words.
Actions spoke louder.
Say I’m not qualified? Then I’ll show you exactly how qualified I am!
He attacked without holding back.
Drawing the longsword at his waist, his thick true energy erupted, surging into the blade and unleashing an overwhelming pressure.
Gripping the sword tightly, he slashed fiercely at Gu Yang!
The strike carried immense force, accompanied by a thunderous roar, its momentum was earth-shaking!
“It’s Senior Brother Zhang’s signature move, Tyrant’s Sunder!”
“This technique’s power is immense! Even opponents at the same level wouldn’t dare take it head-on!”
“That Gu Yang is far too arrogant, one slash, and he’ll be pissing himself in fear!”
“Exactly! His talent might be monstrous, but right now, he should keep his head down. Does he really think he can do whatever he wants?!”
“Senior Brother Zhang will teach this brat a proper lesson!”
The surrounding North Snow Sect disciples clamored loudly.
Meanwhile, the Flowing Cloud Sect’s true disciples furrowed their brows, watching Gu Yang with concern.
This sword strike was no joke, if it landed, could Gu Yang really block it?
Though they knew Gu Yang had mastered two intents, and at a high level, the gap in cultivation was simply too large. They weren’t sure.
As for Gu Yang, standing calmly on the arena, facing the thunderous slash head-on…
He remained utterly unfazed.
His expression was tranquil as he watched the descending blade.
“Is this all you’ve got?”
Gu Yang smirked, as if the attack wasn’t even worth his attention.
Then, he slowly raised his fist.
No martial technique.
No fist intent.
Just a simple, effortless punch…
Gently thrown forward.
“Gu Yang! You’re far too arrogant, daring to block my sword with your bare fist? Do you want it chopped off?!”
Zhang Huairu had never expected Gu Yang to respond like this. Frowning, he couldn’t help but shout.
But before his words even finished,
Boom!
A deafening explosion shook the entire arena!
Chapter 44 - Gu Yang vs. Zhang Huairu, the 10th True Disciple of the North Snow Sect!
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