CHAPTER 275: CHAPTER 202: NOT KNOWING GRATITUDE_2

The elder let out a long sigh, sweat beading on his forehead.

Most of his spiritual power was depleted, and he was finding it hard to hold on.

"I...!" He almost jumped up because Small Knife had retracted his damaged flying sword and released an undamaged one.

The elder wanted to curse.

But here, he forcefully held it in.

He couldn’t worry about face anymore. Let them laugh if they wanted.

He had to first defeat this freak.

His flying sword shot directly at Small Knife.

Small Knife exploded with energy, consuming double his True Qi, barely managing to hold against it.

"It’s useless." The elder had great confidence in his perfected Sword Control Skill.

In the blink of an eye, he suppressed Small Knife’s flying sword, shooting at Small Knife.

Similarly, doubling the consumption of spiritual power to explode.

Ah, blocked?

Impossible?

How could it be?

The reason was simple.

Beep: Congratulations, in real combat, your proficiency has greatly increased, Basic Sword Control Skill has reached perfection, hitting its limit, unable to breakthrough with normal means, achieving Great Perfection.

At this moment, in terms of Sword Control Skill, Small Knife was not weaker than his opponent.

Even if the opponent relied on a higher cultivation, they could no longer achieve an overwhelming victory.

So.

In the contest of two flying swords, the elder’s face gradually turned pale.

Because his spiritual energy was exhausted, he had to concede defeat with shame.

The elder’s face turned green, understanding that he had surely become a laughingstock.

Estimating that the joke would be spread far and wide for a long time.

The referee elder spoke up.

Inner Sect Disciple Han Xiaodao wins three matches, rewards Spirit Stone: 4. Due to early stage of Qi Cultivation against middle stage, reward multiplied by ten, totaling forty Spirit Stones."

"Would you like to continue the challenge?"

At this time, none of the Inner Sect disciples below dared to mock him anymore.

Each looked on with surprised eyes.

Because someone could bring out so many magical flying swords, and within a short time, progress from the First Layer to the Peak of the Third-Layer of Qi Cultivation?

Thinking it over, wasn’t it because he had no backing?

Just means to restore spiritual power? Other Inner Sect disciples used these as trump cards to save their lives in dangerous outings, who would use them in the arena?

Of course, it might also be a chance encounter, discovering the cave mansion of a predecessor.

Hence, their eyes understandably showed a few strands of peculiarity, already contemplating investigating.

"Continue!" Small Knife responded with a bright smile.

Since obtaining some intelligence from the soul of a slain high-level Qi Cultivation enemy, he decided not to hide anymore.

Sufficient strength would warrant the Water Element Sect’s attention.

Because an outstanding disciple could offer the sect more compared to some opportunities.

Moreover, the rewards for leaving this world were what the upper echelon of the Water Element Sect cared about most.

Including the Life Extension Pill.

This was incomparable to any opportunity.

Of course, one must be young, proving potential to matter.

This time, the opponent on stage was also a relatively young Inner Sect disciple, with hopes this life to become a Core Disciple.

But he only had the strength of the Qi Cultivation Fourth Layer.

Very typical, possessing only a Minor Achievement of the Sword Control Skill, predestining his failure.

However, for Inner Sect disciples, the competition was not just about victory but also showcasing potential.

If noticed by an elder, becoming their disciple would be ideal.

Thus, he earnestly displayed a round and was defeated.

"Inner Sect Disciple Han Xiaodao wins four matches, rewards Spirit Stone: 8. Due to early stage of Qi Cultivation against middle stage, reward multiplied by ten, totaling eighty Spirit Stones."

The elder announced loudly once again.

Small Knife calmly said, "Continue!"

"Are you sure? Have you thought it over?" The elder asked with a frown.

"I’m sure!" Small Knife was unequivocal.

Another Inner Sect disciple stepped up, Qi Cultivation Fifth Layer, no longer young, this was also his limit.

He knew he was doomed to lose, but he had to struggle because conceding would surely be noted down.

"Inner Sect Disciple Han Xiaodao wins five matches, rewards Spirit Stone: 16. Due to early stage of Qi Cultivation against middle stage, reward multiplied by ten, totaling one hundred sixty Spirit Stones."

The announcing elder’s face grew increasingly displeased, because these Spirit Stones were enough to buy a low-grade magical artifact.

"Continue!"

"You’ve already won five matches, with a reward of one hundred sixty Spirit Stones. If you lose, they’re gone?" The elder inquired further.

"Continue!" Small Knife was clearly obstinate.

This time, the elder gave him a deep look and manipulated the draw a bit.

Not considered cheating, it’s within the referee elder’s rights, an unwritten rule, you know.

A thirty-something-year-old Inner Sect disciple stepped onto the stage, stirring whispers below.

This time, it should end now, right?

Because this was one of the top three disciples among the Inner Sect disciples.

While the three might not be stronger than those peak Sixth Layer senior disciples in the Inner Sect, they prevailed in being young and having potential.

These three were naturally deemed the most likely geniuses to become Core Disciples.

And this one, among the Inner Sect’s top three disciples, had the least talent, now at the Peak of the Fifth Layer, yet was the strongest in combat among the three.

No other reason, besides flying sword, he had a defensive magical artifact.

His flying sword and defensive magical gear were not refined by him through continuous nurturing.

Otherwise, it would take at least twenty years.

No help, he had backing, being from a cultivation clan within the Water Element Sect, their family controlled a spirit vein, with enough resources to cultivate family elites.

After taking the stage, he ostentatiously released his flying sword while flashing light activated his Defense Robe, junior-grade spiritual artifact level.

Then, under the protective glare of the flying sword, he strode towards Small Knife.

A face full of the message, "If you have the ability, come and attack me."

It was obvious; Small Knife attacks him, his defensive magical artifact blocks, when the opportunity arises, the flying sword attacks, resulting in victory.

With an additional defensive magical artifact, victory was already undisputed.

This was the reality of wealth, companionship, and the Dharma; no help, such was the cruel reality.

Otherwise, with spirit root aptitude not even in the top ten, and effort not even in the top ten, how to become one of the Inner Sect’s top three disciples?

It relied on the foundation, the clan’s legacy.

"Concede, you’ve already performed very well," the approaching young cultivator said arrogantly to Small Knife.

However, Small Knife remained silent, the flying sword hovered overhead, seemingly ready to strike at any moment, yet hadn’t moved.

"Unappreciative." The expression froze, this fellow accelerated directly, waving a fist at Small Knife under the turtle shell’s protection.

A face clearly showing, "I’m just bullying you."

Sure enough, Small Knife’s flying sword sped forth like lightning.

At the moment it was about to strike, laughter rang out, as if victory was at hand.

The young cultivator’s flying sword didn’t even bother to block but flew directly towards Small Knife.

Currently, Small Knife’s flying sword was blocked by the protective magical artifact, too late to intercept the enemy’s flying sword.

Not wanting a severe injury, he should concede.

Small Knife’s flying sword met with no suspense when blocked by the protective magical artifact.

But then suddenly, the laughter halted abruptly.

As if strangled.

Because Small Knife’s robe emitted a glow, ten shadows swirling on the garment, effortlessly blocking the hit.

Junior-level Defensive Magical Artifact, Ten Spirits Robe.

Small Knife unhurriedly attacked, relying on his perfection-level flying sword, in the confrontation, the opponent’s spiritual energy consumption was clearly more significant.

This dragged on until the opponent had no choice but to concede.

"Inner Sect Disciple Han Xiaodao wins six matches, rewards Spirit Stone: 32. Due to early stage of Qi Cultivation against middle stage, reward multiplied by ten, totaling three hundred sixty Spirit Stones."

The elder’s face turned even gloomier.

Even though there was a rule, no disciple has ever taken away so many Spirit Stones, no matter how strong, because in such consecutive battles, spiritual energy would deplete.

But now, there appeared this freak.

However, as long as he lost, the Spirit Stones wouldn’t have to be paid.

Otherwise, this elder would face dissatisfaction from other elders and even the Sect Leader.

Therefore, he could only cheat again.

An elder took the stage.

The strongest in combat among Inner Sect disciples, but only in terms of conventional strength.

Although he only had a low-grade magical flying sword, facing the previous one who had both an attack and defense with two Junior-level magical artifacts, he was sure to win.

Because this one mastered a spell, the Wood Needle Technique.

Mastering spells wasn’t unusual, but his Wood Needle Technique reaching Great Perfection Level was.

At this level, hard practice won’t suffice, a gift from heaven, and opportunity, both are indispensable.

Casting a perfected level spell was no slower than using a spirit talisman, let alone Great Perfection.

As long as there was enough spiritual energy, it was faster than continuously using spirit talismans.

Because Great Perfection meant instant casting.

So, this one struck, without any waste of words.