CHAPTER 200
Morning Training
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Especially after watching her master's wife's tutorial last time, she could finally grasp just how terrifying her master's so-called "great terror" truly was!
The vast majority of magical artifacts held no meaning for her.
Ye Qinghan couldn't fathom it, nor could she comprehend it—it was power beyond the bounds of her understanding.
"How could Qinghan dampen Master's spirits? But if Qinghan were to defeat Master, would there be a reward?"
Ye Qinghan grinned, drawing the Frostsword in a gesture of respect.
But this was merely playful banter. Without divine power to bolster her, she didn't believe she could be her master's match.
Su Cheng roared with laughter. It was merely a token wager—he didn't mind either way.
"If Qinghan wins, ask for whatever you desire!"
As he spoke, a massive jet-black sword plummeted from the sky, crashing to the ground at Su Cheng's feet.
At that very moment, Shangguan Rou and Su Muchan arrived, catching sight of Su Cheng drawing his sword and instantly piquing their interest!
"Sister Shangguan, look!"
Shangguan Rou was also somewhat surprised. The last time she had seen Su Cheng wield his sword was in the Eastern Domain Secret Realm, and that single strike still left her in awe to this day!
Now, having the chance to witness Sect Leader Su's swordsmanship was truly a fortunate event.
Over there, Ye Qinghan and Dongfang Jue had already engaged Su Cheng. With his cultivation now at the fifth level of Foundation Establishment, Su Cheng's techniques were more stable and sharp than they had been at Panlong Mountain. He held his own against two opponents without faltering.
Truthfully, Ye Qinghan had anticipated his master's formidable strength, but he never imagined his master would show not a single flaw while facing two opponents.
Not only was there no opening, but the force behind his sword strikes far surpassed what it had been before. After all, this represented a significant leap in cultivation!
At first glance, it seemed like a back-and-forth exchange, but in reality, it was only when Su Cheng struck one opponent that the other gained a fleeting moment to counter!
After watching for a while, Shangguan Rou spoke up, "Muchan, have you figured it out?"
"I'm catching on. Master Su's sword technique bears a striking resemblance to that damn Immortal Lord!" Just thinking about that vixen filled Su Muchan with rage!
Shangguan Rou gave a wry smile. It seemed that vixen had truly pushed Su Muchan over the edge—she'd completely lost her temper!
"Look at Master Su's sword stance—it's nearly identical to that Immortal Lord's. When not moving, the sword rests planted at his feet, ready to block."
"Hmm. Once he strikes, it's an instant kick-sword backhand horizontal slash. No useless flourishes—very practical!"
"Exactly. But what I'm getting at is, that Immortal's origins are likely tied to Su City. They might even know each other."
Just thinking about that vixen made Su Muchan seethe with rage!
"That bitch claimed she came to kill Su Cheng, yet she didn't even bother going after him—just focused on beating the crap out of me! Dammit, I'll kill her someday!"
Just as she was cursing up a storm, a voice thick with the aura of a married woman drifted from behind.
"Are you two ladies seeking the Sect Leader? Why haven't you approached him?" Yu Lan had been preparing breakfast earlier and was just coming to call her husband and the young ladies to eat when she noticed them.
The two beauties turned their heads in unison, then looked down—it was none other than Elder Loli!
They spoke in unison.
"Mu Chan greets the Elder."
"Elder Yu Lan."
Yu Lan nodded indifferently. After all, they were close confidantes of the young ladies, and she had no intention of giving them a hard time.
Moreover, this Su Muchan seemed to have taken a liking to her husband.
Though she disliked sharing, judging by her husband's demeanor, he seemed quite taken with this Su Muchan as well.
"No need for formalities."
"Muchan's here to suck up!"
Su Muchan didn't beat around the bush, stating plainly that she'd set her sights on Su Cheng. Those two Immortal Lords were only polite to Lingxian Hall's people!
Indeed, the martial world wasn't all about fighting and killing!
The world of martial arts~is all about human connections~and social niceties!
To navigate this world, one needs connections. Without them, you'll be bullied everywhere!
"Um… Rou'er came to play with Qinghan!"
Yu Lan smiled: "Ladies, there's no need to be so formal. Our Sect Leader is easygoing and kind-hearted. Whatever the matter, he would never turn you two away at the door."
"Haha, Elder Yu Lan speaks wisely!"
They followed Yu Lan to meet the head of Lingxian Hall. Truth be told, they were all familiar faces.
Ye Qinghan wore her usual aloof expression, though her master was in a good mood today, so she held back a bit.
Su Cheng and the two beauties hadn't finished their morning training yet. Amidst the flashing blades and whirling swords, the two young women's shirts were already damp with sweat—clearly giving it their all!
"Master, you're cheating! Qinghan's not fighting anymore!"
"What do you mean by that, Qinghan?" Su Cheng chuckled, suspecting Ye Qinghan was simply tired.
"Master's sword is so wide, while Qinghan's is so narrow! One swing from you would knock Qinghan silly! Qinghan refuses to fight anymore! Qinghan admits defeat!"
Of course, Ye Qinghan didn't really think that—it was just that an annoying person had arrived!
Su Muchan could hear her master's thoughts too. She had to deal with this first!
Otherwise, how could she possibly pass up the chance to play games with her master?
Before Ye Qinghan could confront Su Muchan, she spoke up!
She'd been watching for ages! Her hands were itching to join in!
If Dongfang Jue could play, she wanted to play too! And it would also help her build rapport with Sect Leader Su—killing two birds with one stone!
"Master Su, Sister Qinghan isn't playing anymore. How about Su Muchan takes her place?"
Ye Qinghan immediately bristled at the suggestion!
"What are you butting in for? Get lost!"
"Sis Qinghan, if you're not playing, why not let others have a turn?" Su Muchan couldn't care less about Ye Qinghan—she'd been watching for ages!
It was her turn now!
"What the hell are you doing here? Don't think I don't know what you're up to!"
"I'm here to suck up! I've got no hidden agenda—I already explained everything to Master Su!"
"And you still have the nerve to act righteous?"
"I'm being completely upfront. What's wrong with that?"
Su Muchan stood her ground now that her butt wasn't sore anymore. She had no weaknesses!
"Very well. If Miss Muchan wishes to play, then let her join Jue'er."
"Then I thank Master Su for his generosity!"
To be honest, Shangguan Rou was a bit stunned!
Didn't Su Muchan fear Su Cheng suddenly deciding to kill her?
Was she that close with Master Su?
Su Muchan walked straight over, and Ye Qinghan could do nothing about it. Since her master had agreed, she couldn't say anything either.
She then turned her gaze toward Shangguan Rou, sizing up this Shangguan sister.
"Shangguan Rou, you don't want to play too, do you?"
"Qinghan, how has your cultivation been lately?"
The two shared a knowing smile. Truthfully, the moment Shangguan Rou uttered those words, Ye Qinghan instantly understood.
Because that was exactly what she had been thinking.
"What? Does Sister Shangguan wish to offer guidance to her younger sister?"
"It's not really guidance. If you're interested, I'd be happy to accompany you."
"Oh? So you really did come to play with Qinghan."
"You know me—I don't have many hobbies. One is being the sect leader, and the other is…"
"How coincidental! Qinghan is the same. I'm looking forward to it~"
They shared another knowing smile. Ye Qinghan couldn't help but think that if not for that Cheng Liang fellow, the two of them might have become true sisters!
She had to admit, Shangguan Rou was the person who understood her best—besides her master and Li Shiyao!
Shangguan Rou felt the same way, though both knew the matters between Cheng Liang and Su Cheng were beyond their control.
"How's it going over there?"
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