The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Before Jiang Ning broke through to the Innate Realm, Dongfang Bubai had already been famous in the martial arts world for more than ten years and was recognized as the number one in the world, but few people had seen Dongfang Bubai's true appearance.

For many years, people in the martial arts world have been guessing what Dongfang Bubai looks like. They've all imagined him as a burly man or a refined gentleman, but no one expected him to look like this.

How could it be like this?

Everyone was horrified, but no one dared to speak out, since the body of the nameless man who had spoken earlier was still warm.

The expressions of Yue Buqun, Chongxu, and the other sect leaders suddenly became extremely solemn.

Dongfang Bubai smiled, completely unconcerned that Linghu Chong had recognized him; his eyes were only on Jiang Ning.

Dongfang Bubai looked at Jiang Ning and smiled.

"I never expected that someone in the martial arts world would break through to the Innate Realm again, and at such a young age. Truly, heroes emerge from among the young."

Jiang Ning remained expressionless, his gaze fixed on Dongfang Bubai. With a flick of his sleeve, the Zhenwu Sword at his waist was drawn and thrust straight towards Dongfang Bubai.

Seeing Jiang Ning attack without warning, Dongfang Bubai showed no anger, but instead felt a sense of excitement.

Facing the Zhenwu Sword that hurtled through the air, Dongfang Bubai remained calm. He made no move, but as the Zhenwu Sword pierced towards him, a blood-red shield suddenly appeared in front of him. The Zhenwu Sword pierced into the shield as if it were stuck in a quagmire.

With a casual wave of his hand, Dongfang Bubai sent the Zhenwu Sword flying back and embedding itself directly in the ground.

Dongfang Bubai effortlessly deflected Jiang Ning's attack, but this scene was utterly shocking to the others.

"what?"

"Body-protecting Qi?"

"Another master of the Innate Realm?"

Everyone was shocked. Jiang Ning's breakthrough to the Innate Realm was already a miracle in the martial arts world, but they never expected that Dongfang Bubai would also have a protective aura. This completely shattered their understanding.

Jiang Ning looked surprised, but then laughed.

He thought that after breaking through to the Innate Realm, no one in the martial arts world would be his match, but Dongfang Bubai gave him a pleasant surprise.

However, at this moment, Dongfang Bubai frowned slightly.

"Ok?"

Dongfang Bubai looked at Jiang Ning. Jiang Ning's move just now allowed him to see the current level of Jiang Ning's martial arts, but it was precisely this that made him somewhat disappointed.

"You are still too weak; you are no match for me."

Dongfang Bubai frowned.

He had thought he would have a good fight at Mount Hua, but he didn't expect it to turn out like this.

"what?"

"Too weak?"

Dongfang Bubai's attitude shocked the other martial arts practitioners.

Even Jiang Zhenren, who had broken through to the Innate Realm, was only described as too weak in Dongfang Bubai's eyes.

So arrogant?

Or is he just being all talk?

Jiang Ning laughed, spread his hands and made a grasping motion. The Zhenwu Sword, which was stuck in the ground not far away, trembled continuously. The next second, it was pulled out of the ground and flew back into Jiang Ning's hand.

"Whether it's weak or not, you'll only know after you fight it."

In the previous exchange, he also discovered that Dongfang Bubai's martial arts were indeed superior to his own, but in a real battle, martial arts are not the decisive factor in determining the outcome; experience and even willpower are also important factors.

After a fierce battle, it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious.

"I was too impatient. It's normal that you only recently broke through."

Dongfang Bubai shook his head, looking dejected.

However, he also realized that he had been too hasty. As soon as he heard that Jiang Ning had broken through to the Innate Realm, he couldn't wait to fight him and was eager for a thrilling battle. He didn't expect to forget the timing of Jiang Ning's breakthrough.

"That's all."

Dongfang Bubai put his hands behind his back, his gaze suddenly becoming sharp.

"You are no match for me now. I'll give you time to grow, and then we'll have our final showdown."

"But remember, I'm only giving you one year. If you are still no match for me, or if you hide away, then I will lead the Divine Sect to attack the righteous path, annihilate all righteous sects, and flatten the entire martial world."

After saying that, Dongfang Bubai transformed into a red shadow and left, but his figure in the original spot had not yet disappeared.

"This……"

Feng Qingyang, who was hiding his face in the crowd, stared wide-eyed at the sight.

"Sword energy remains in form!"

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At this moment, Feng Qingyang's face showed undisguised astonishment.

The sword energy leaving its mark is just a legendary realm, but I never expected Dongfang Bubai to actually demonstrate this in public.

Without a doubt, Dongfang Bubai had long since broken through to the Innate Realm and had already made great strides in that realm.

Everyone was completely stunned.

They didn't know what level of sword energy retention was, but from the scene that Dongfang Bubai's form remained even after he left, they knew that Dongfang Bubai's martial arts were extremely high, so high that they had exceeded their understanding.

Everyone was shocked and couldn't help but turn their attention to Jiang Ning on the stage.

Just now, before Dongfang Bubai left, he made it very clear that if Jiang Ning could not defeat Dongfang Bubai in a year, Dongfang Bubai would lead the Demonic Sect to conquer the martial world, and their lives would almost entirely depend on Jiang Ning.

Everyone placed their hopes on Jiang Ning.

Jiang Ning frowned slightly at this moment.

Dongfang Bubai was extremely fast, and even if he wanted to stop him, he couldn't. Moreover, if a master of innate cultivation wanted to leave, he couldn't be stopped.

That's why Dongfang Bubai was worried that Jiang Ning wouldn't fight him then, and he had no choice but to use this method to force Jiang Ning to fight him a year later.

"A real person."

A shout from the audience brought Jiang Ning back to reality.

Jiang Ning turned to look at the audience and saw pairs of worried, anxious, and pleading eyes looking at him.

"That fiend Dongfang Bubai wants to wipe out the martial world, we..."

The martial arts practitioner who spoke said in a trembling voice.

Clearly, they were afraid that Dongfang Bubai would actually do this, and also afraid that Jiang Ning was no match for Dongfang Bubai.

Then the martial world will be stained with blood.

"We beg the true man to protect us."

A martial arts practitioner couldn't help but say.

The other martial arts figures parted their lips slightly, and although they did not speak, their meaning was clear.

Only a handful of martial arts practitioners, including Zhao Wuji and Gongsun Li, couldn't help but grip their weapons tightly, their faces grim and murderous.

Jiang Ning observed the expressions on everyone's faces and spoke slowly.

"Everyone."

Jiang Ning's voice silenced everyone.

"It is my lifelong wish to eliminate demons and protect the righteous path. Even if Dongfang Bubai were not here today, I would still want to conquer Blackwood Cliff next year and completely eradicate the demonic sect."

Hearing Jiang Ning's words, everyone gradually felt relieved.

Yes.

Who is Master Jiang? Even before breaking through to the Innate Realm, he already had the title of King Ning, which made evil spirits tremble. How could he possibly be afraid of Dongfang Bubai?

Hearing that Jiang Ning was not only not afraid, but was also planning to attack Blackwood Cliff next year, everyone perked up.

"Real person!"

One person shouted:

"If you attack Blackwood Cliff, we will surely follow you!"

The other martial arts practitioners echoed his sentiments.

"That's right!"

We will definitely follow the true man!

Everyone present responded, and even those who had no intention of joining the attack on Blackwood Cliff joined the ranks of those attacking it.

There was no other way. Dongfang Bubai had said that if Jiang Ning couldn't win or ran away, he would wipe out the entire martial arts world. They were forced to stick together.

I thought the martial world would finally be at peace after Ren Woxing's death, but I never expected Dongfang Bubai to also...

Having been absent from the martial arts world for many years, he suddenly reappeared, declaring that he would pacify the martial arts world.

Indeed, those who can become the leader of a demonic sect are hardly benevolent.

Jiang Ning nodded slightly and said.

"Today's Mount Hua Sword Tournament has not yet determined who is the best in the world, so we will pause here and resume the tournament next year."

No one objected to this; on the contrary, they felt it was the right thing to do.

After all, in their minds, Jiang Ning was the undisputed number one in the world. However, the sudden appearance of Dongfang Bubai made the question of who was number one in the world uncertain. If we really want to determine who is the number one in the world, we still have to wait and see who lives and who dies in the ultimate battle between Jiang Ning and Dongfang Bubai next year.

But most people hope that Jiangning will win.

At this point, although the Mount Hua Sword Tournament was nearing its end, it was not truly over yet; it had only been temporarily put on hold.

However, none of them left.

Because the next step is for the Huashan Sect to recruit disciples.

"Thank you all for coming to witness the grand ceremony of our Huashan Sect today. Now that the ceremony is over, you are welcome to stay for a few more days. Firstly, to enjoy the scenery of Huashan, and secondly, to allow our Huashan Sect to fulfill its duty as hosts."

Jiang Ning cupped his hands and addressed the crowd.

You're too kind, sir.

Everyone said.

Although the Mount Hua Sword Tournament has ended, only a small number of people left; the majority stayed.

They all wanted to join the Huashan Sect.

Jiang Ning was aware of their thoughts and didn't delay. He directly instructed the Huashan disciples to set up a base at the foot of the mountain to register martial arts practitioners who wanted to join the Huashan Sect.

As everyone descended the mountain, Abbess Qingzhu and the leaders of the four sects also arrived before Jiang Ning.

"Alliance leader."

Master Qingzhu said solemnly, "Since Dongfang Bubai is so arrogant, as long as the Alliance Leader gives the order to attack Blackwood Cliff, no matter when, our Emei Sect will be there."

"The same applies to the Taishan School."

Tianmen Daoren, Master Mo Da, and Abbess Dingxian all expressed their opinions.

"Thank you very much, my fellow disciples."

Jiang Ning said to the group.

After expressing their views, the various factions took their leave one after another.

At this moment, Chongxu also came over to say goodbye.

Chongxu had originally planned to have a few more words with Jiang Ning before leaving, but after the imperial edict incident, Chongxu just wanted to leave as soon as possible and return to Wudang.

Moreover, Chongxu is now somewhat reluctant to have too much contact with Jiang Ning.

Seeing Chongxu leave in a hurry with the Wudang disciples, Jiang Ning didn't react much, but Yue Buqun couldn't help but laugh.

Zhu Houzhao's move was indeed beyond Yue Buqun's expectations. He did not expect that Zhu Houzhao would bestow such a great honor upon Jiangning and even present Jiangning with the Yongle Encyclopedia, a priceless treasure that the palace strictly forbade to leave the country. However, it must be said that Zhu Houzhao's decree truly resonated with him.

It's just that Wudang has suffered the most.

"Master Jiang".