MJWCATFPITWOC Chapter 10
by Volare“It’s nothing, I was just sparring with a giant gorilla yesterday.” Fu Lingxuan replied nonchalantly.
Upon seeing this, the disciples rushed forward to express their concern, but Fu Lingxuan remained in his gentle demeanor.
Shen Yucheng thought to himself that he had been a menial worker at the Lingfeng Sect for many years and had never seen a gorilla. Besides, what kind of gorilla could beat Fu Lingxuan like this?
As he was thinking this, he turned around and saw Mo Yifeng sporting a similar face.
Shen Yucheng understood: “…” So it really was a giant gorilla.
The other disciples, seeing Mo Yifeng equally battered and bruised, couldn’t help but ask. Mo Yifeng smiled innocently, “Yesterday, a thousand-year-old fox demon appeared at the Futian Sect. I merely taught it a lesson.”
Shen Yucheng couldn’t bear to watch any longer. Before everyone could swarm them again, he pulled Mo Yifeng towards the viewing platform.
“Why did you fight with him?” After sitting down, Shen Yucheng asked, puzzled. Although he knew the two didn’t get along, the atmosphere was fine when they were drinking yesterday. Could it be that he really did something strange?
Mo Yifeng glanced at him, propped his cheek, and abandoned the innocent smile he had shown to the crowd. He reverted to his usual cheeky self, “Is my junior brother concerned about me? Then, can you help your senior brother blow on it? It hurts here.”
Shen Yucheng rolled his eyes, “Get lost.”
The second day of the competition would filter out thirty disciples from the five hundred, making it the most intense day of the entire Promotion Examination. Most people weren’t aiming to win, but only hoping to enter the Lingfeng Sect. Therefore, their goal was to survive until the third day. As long as they made it into the top thirty, they could join the sect.
Those still competing on the third day were basically aiming for the top ten to become direct disciples.
Shen Yucheng had drunk alcohol last night. Although his body was fine, his head was still a bit heavy. He prayed in his heart that today’s competition wouldn’t be too mentally taxing.
Suddenly, a voice came, “You must be Shen Yucheng.”
The newcomer was a young man wearing a distinctive outfit. The fabric looked simple, but upon closer inspection, one would find exquisite patterns embroidered on it. The outfit was composed of several bright colors, matched with delicate silver ornaments, giving it a unique aesthetic.
The young man’s skin was slightly dark, his eyes were bright, and his smile was like a ray of sunshine, “My name is Shi Wen, and I’d very much like to get to know you.”
Shen Yucheng realized that the young man’s words carried a distinct regional accent.
At this moment, whispers arose from the outside world, “Young Master Shi? Why is he talking to that person?”
“Young Master Shi will also be competing today, right?”
Listening to the reactions of the crowd, Shen Yucheng thought that he was another young master from a prominent family, so he said without arrogance or servility, “Hello.”
Actually, if he could, he didn’t want to deal with too many young masters from influential families. He always felt that nothing good would come from being with such people. The giant gorilla next to him was a prime example.
Shi Wen didn’t mind the other party’s aloofness and sat down next to Shen Yucheng as if he were already familiar with him. He was about to strike up a conversation again.
“What is Young Master Shi looking for from my junior brother?” Mo Yifeng said with his usual smile, emphasizing the words “my junior brother.”
Shi Wen paused, instinctively feeling that the person in front of him was not as amiable as he appeared, but he still politely said, “Shi admired the heroic spirit of Shen… Young Master Shen in yesterday’s competition and would very much like to get to know him and exchange pointers.”
Shi Wen originally wanted to say Shen Yucheng’s full name, but the gloom beneath Mo Yifeng’s smile deepened, forcing Shi Wen to change his words.
How could Shen Yucheng not know Mo Yifeng’s nature? He glared at the other party and said to Shi Wen, “Just call me by my name.”
Having received permission, Shi Wen laughed heartily and began to talk incessantly about the things in his hometown.
Listening to his words, the Shi family was a famous clan from the desert region, and Shi Wen’s distinctive attire was also a local custom.
Although Shen Yucheng only responded occasionally, Shi Wen spoke with great enthusiasm. In contrast, Mo Yifeng remained cold throughout.
The time had come, and Fu Lingxuan stood in the center of the stage, starting the second day of the competition.
Li Juemu had gone down the mountain on business today, and Shen Yucheng thought he could have some peace and quiet, but instead, Shi Wen appeared.
The examination reached noon, and Shen Yucheng was supposed to be on stage, but his opponent was temporarily injured, so he was judged to have won without a fight and directly advanced to the third round.
Such a good thing?
He watched Shi Wen’s next match. Mo Yifeng suddenly said, “You seem quite pleased with him.”
Shen Yucheng felt inexplicably puzzled. Although he had guessed correctly, Shi Wen was straightforward and surprisingly perceptive of the atmosphere. It was quite nice to chat with him casually, and he didn’t need to pretend to be enthusiastic.
It was clearly Mo Yifeng who said it himself, but hearing Shen Yucheng’s reply made him even more unhappy.
Shen Yucheng had no time to care about him. He watched Shi Wen on the stage. The other party was on the Beast Taming Dao. As soon as he came on stage, he summoned his spirit beast and defeated his opponent with ease.
As cheers rang out, the second day of the competition ended. Disciples ranked beyond the top fifty could pack their bags and go home. The top thirty would proceed to the third day of competition. Shen Yucheng must have stumbled upon dog shit luck to have won without a fight.
As he left the venue that day, he saw Cheng Mufei in the distance, glaring at him with an angry and unwilling expression. Not knowing what idea he might come up with, Shen Yucheng was secretly on guard.
The third round of the examination was even more lively than the previous two days. Basically, all the senior brothers and sisters and seniors of the Lingfeng Sect were present to see which outstanding disciples could be taken into their fold today.
Shen Yucheng looked at the packed viewing platform and could only stand on the side, while Mo Yifeng beside him had been sullen since yesterday.
He had asked him what was wrong, but the other party didn’t say a word, acting like a child throwing a tantrum.
In the third round of the competition, the elders would determine the rankings by giving scores. Each person only needed to fight one match. By exerting their due level of performance in that match, they might be ranked higher.
Suddenly, a stream of cold liquid splashed onto Shen Yucheng’s face. The water droplets quickly slid down his cheeks, soaking his clothes. He looked ahead in confusion and saw a disciple holding a water pot, his face pale, bowing apologetically.
“Young Master, I’m sorry! I accidentally got you wet. I’m really sorry. Let me help you wipe it dry!”
Shen Yucheng remained calm and took the cloth, “It’s fine, I’ll do it myself.”
Fortunately, it wasn’t his lower body that got wet. If he were to go on stage at this time, others would surely think he had wet his pants.
Mo Yifeng looked at the disciple, his eyebrows slightly furrowed, feeling a little puzzled. Usually, if someone passed by him, he would always notice it, let alone an act like splashing water. Yet, he had failed to notice it in advance. The water seemed to have been splashed from an unpredictable corner, making it impossible to defend against.
Shen Yucheng casually wiped himself, then heard the instructions for the next match and hurriedly handed the cloth to Mo Yifeng, “Senior brother, can you hold this for me?”
Knowing that Mo Yifeng was still sulking, he softened his tone, afraid that the petty man would do something strange after he went on stage.
Hearing this, Mo Yifeng’s heart tingled, and the emotions he had been suppressing instantly dissipated.
Fu Lingxuan announced loudly, “Next match, Shen Yucheng versus Shi Wen. Both parties, please come to the martial arts stage.”
Not only the elders but also the disciples who had lost in the second round remained in the viewing platform. When they learned that the next match would involve Shen Yucheng, the discussions immediately increased.
“Shen Yucheng was just lucky yesterday. Today, facing Shi Wen, will be his death.”
“Young Master Shi has always been a candidate for the top spot. His spirit beast is no ordinary one.”
The disciples discussed, sparking the curiosity of many senior brothers and sisters, who came to watch.
Shi Wen seemed impatient, having stood in the center of the stage long ago. Seeing Shen Yucheng arrive, he laughed heartily, “Yu Cheng, it’s just as I hoped, we’re matched up! Although we’re confidants, I won’t show any mercy!”
Shi Wen acted like a chivalrous hero. Shen Yucheng was also accustomed to his familiarity, but he couldn’t help but think that they had only met yesterday, and today they had already become confidants. This pace was too fast. What exactly was his standard for confidants?
Although he was somewhat doubtful, he still politely said, “I’ll concede.”
Fu Lingxuan signaled the start of the match. A blinding red light rose beneath Shi Wen’s feet, and a huge spirit beast appeared behind him.
Shen Yucheng was startled. This spirit beast was completely different from the one he had seen in yesterday’s competition. Its fur had a luster of alternating crimson and gold, its mane danced like a raging fire, and its steps flashed with scorching light.
Shi Wen gently stroked the spirit beast’s leg, and it lowered its head to allow its master to pet it. Shi Wen smiled, “Yu Cheng, don’t tell me you thought Shi only had yesterday’s spirit beast. Let me introduce you. This is my main contracted beast, the Red Sand Beast.”
The scene erupted in exclamations. Mo Yifeng stared at the Red Sand Beast with wide eyes. This legendary spirit beast only existed in the classics. Although it was born in the desert region, it was not something that could be seen casually.
The preference of Mo Yifeng flared up again in his heart, with eyes blinking he muttered, “I really want to fight with him.”
“Better not, Brother Mo.” Li Juemu didn’t know when he came back, “You are at Nascent Soul, so don’t go aiming at Foundation Establishment.”
However, he looked at Shi Wen on the field. Although he was on the surface the peak of Foundation Establishment, but with the addition of the legendary Red Sand Beast, everything became difficult to predict.
The elders looked below and couldn’t help but laugh, “The aptitude of the disciples is good this year. It is really rare to be able to contract with spirit beasts like the Red Sand Beast at such a young age.”
The senior brothers and sisters looked outside and lamented, “It’s true that family determines success or failure. This spirit beast is not something that can be obtained with money. His opponent is in trouble this time.”
Shi Wen lightly leapt onto the back of the Red Sand Beast. With a spiritual power output, the Red Sand Beast rushed out like a gust of wind, waving its strong front claws, which were covered with scorching flames.
Its speed was so fast that it arrived in front of Shen Yucheng in an instant. Shen Yucheng gritted his teeth and barely dodged, but he felt an unbearable heat on his left shoulder. Looking at it, he saw that the flames on the Sand Beast’s claws had spread to his body.
Shen Yucheng tore off the clothes on his left shoulder with one hand to stop the flames from spreading. Looking at his already red shoulder, cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
At this moment, he felt that he and Mo Yifeng might be of the same kind. At this time, he actually wanted to laugh.
He was really crazy.
Seeing that Shen Yucheng showed no timidity at all, but instead smiled with a defiant expression, Shi Wen hadn’t felt so happy in a long time, and he said heroically, “Good! Shi will definitely make you, Yu Cheng, willingly admit defeat today!”
Shen Yucheng observed that all four claws of the Sand Beast had flames. Even if he avoided the attack, he might be scalded by the flames. But he didn’t have much clothing left to tear off.
He looked ahead, and the Red Sand Beast suddenly disappeared from his sight.
“!” When exactly?
“Yu Cheng, over here.”
Only the Red Sand Beast flew into the sky, its whole body bursting out with flames, forming a barrier with itself, and instantly launched a barrage of attacks on Shen Yucheng.
Shen Yucheng could not dodge every time, so he could only use the golden silk to resist, forming a passive situation.
Li Juemu watched, his back sweating, Shi Wen completely exceeded his expectations, this was no longer the power of Foundation Establishment, with an embarrassed look, “Brother Shen is in trouble this time.”
Mo Yifeng was very serious in the face of this situation: “No matter what, it’s just a spirit beast, obeying the orders of its master.”
The power of the spirit beast depends on the master’s judgment.