As the sun set over the Sword God Sect, the sky painted in hues of gold and crimson, a sense of change hung in the air. The events of the day had set in motion a new era, one that would be defined by the rise of a demon whose power and ambition knew no bounds.
And so, the Sword God Sect stood on the brink of a new dawn, its future uncertain but filled with the promise of greatness. The Sect had gained a new Heir, one who would lead them to heights never before imagined.
But as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows over the mountains, one question remained in the minds of all who had witnessed the trials:
What would come next for the young demon who had just risen to power?
And it was.
Dao Wei surpassed the Ninth Level. And as for Martial Arts Technique… it could be said that in the entire Sword God Sect, it seemed that there was no one better than Dao Wei in terms of Martial Arts Technique.
The news that Dao Wei had passed the Ninth Level of the Sword Peak Trial and shuttered the Tribulation Clouds with one move swept over Sword God Sect like a hurricane.
Suddenly, the Sword God Sect was in total shock.
Naturally, the news also came to Cheng Fang at once.
"Fang'er, something happened in the Sword Peak mansion today." It was Second Elder, Chu Yafei. The mentor of Cheng Fang, who told him the news. "Dao Wei had passed the Ninth Level of the Sword Peak trials. Moreover, his Cultivation had reached the Completion of Peak Nascent Spirit Realm. Today, he passed the Ninth Level of the Sword Trial and shuttered the Tribulation Clouds with only one move."
"Oh?"
Even Cheng Fang felt quite astonished upon hearing that.
"It seems there's someone worth it at the Sword Kings tournament after all." After being a little astonished, he slightly smiled and obviously did not take it seriously.
"Fang'er, I'm afraid that you should attach some importance to this," Chu Yafei said seriously. "Though many people in the Sect thought that Dao Wei is just another genius of the country, you and I know that he is that old man's young master."
"So he is." Cheng Fang nodded in agreement, "But, so what?"
Second Elder was stunned for a second.
"Master, you're worrying that he will be a powerful opponent in the battle next month, aren't you?" Cheng Fang asked.
Second Elder nodded.
Dao Wei's performance was sure not to go unnoticed, which means that he'd definitely get a spot in the Sword Kings Tournament. He might even be given special privileges due to his connection to that old man, after all, only a select few knew who Dao Wei really was.
If Dao Wei defeated Cheng Fang in front of all the people of Sword God Sect and the other strong experts present, he would fail to be a Sword King. Furthermore, him and his master would be laughed at by everyone.
Cheng Fang, universally acknowledged as the top genius in Sword God Sect and most promising to be the Sword Childe, was completely surpassed by someone from the Lower Shura. Was that not a big joke?
"Master, you worry too much." Cheng Fang did not care about it at all and said, "It's normal that Dao Wei could eventually pass the trials and destroy the incomplete tribulation clouds. Although he could do all these, he won't be able to reach Nascent Spirit Realm in the next two weeks. What do you think, Master?"
"Reach the Mid-Early stage of the Nascent Spirit Realm in two weeks?" Chu Yafei was stupefied for a moment and then shook his head firmly and resolutely. "Impossible. Absolutely impossible.
"There is a great disparity between the Golden Core Realm and Nascent Spirit Realm. Even a genius in cultivation like you spent a full half-year advancing to the Peak to the Early Stage of the Nascent Spirit Realm. Moreover, you couldn't have succeeded without the assistance of lots of elixirs and some Natural Treasures—let alone an ordinary person. Therefore, no matter how fast Dao Wei cultivates, he can't reach such heights in two weeks, after all it was said that he's still a Golden Core Realm warrior."
Cheng Fang said resolutely and decisively.
And indeed, that was true. A great disparity did exist between the Completion of Golden Core Realm and Early Nascent Spirit Realm. To make a breakthrough within one month was definitely wishful thinking. However, Dao Wei was already at the Completion of Nascent Spirit Realm, it wasn't a competition but a massacre.
"Yes, it's almost impossible. Besides, even if he did succeed, what could he do?" Cheng Fang said disdainfully.
Hearing what Cheng Fang had said, Second Elder relaxed the frown on his face and then smiled.
Presently, Cheng Fang possessed Cultivation at the Peak Early Stage of Nascent Spirit Realm. He definitely was no match for Dao Wei, but no one really knew Dao Wei's cultivation level at the moment.
"Maybe I am overthinking this. This little demon can't threaten you." Second Elder smiled in relief. "Don't talk about him. Tell me about the practice, is there any progress?"
In the Sword Pavilion, the Four Great Elders, headed by Elder Jong, were gathered.
"Haha. Young Divine Prince passed the Ninth Level and shattered Heavens Punishment with one move. That's awesome."
"It's amazing that the Young Divine Prince could have made such rapid progress in such a short period of time, isn't it?"
"If the Young Divine Prince keeps improving at such a speed, he is likely to become the next Sword Childe in the tournament in the next two weeks."
Having heard the good news, these Elders were all talking and laughing.
"Elder Brother, we concealed that matter from the Young Divine Prince because he was previously not strong enough. But now, should we tell him about it?" another Elder suddenly asked.
"No hurry," Elder Jong shook his head and said, "it's too early. We should tell him a bit later."
"By the way, I'm going to write a letter and send it to the master in the Imperial Palace. He will be glad to know that the Young Divine Prince has made such rapid progress."
The entire Sword God Sect was shocked by what had just happened. However, Dao Wei, the hero of the story, did not care about it at all. After all, the Supreme Elder came personally and directly took him out of the Sword Peak.
Meanwhile, Elsewhere...
In a mountainous place with patches of green grass but mostly dominated by rocks, two men were busy deliberating on something.
"I already told your emissaries general, I don't need gold." The man in glamorous black attire spoke to the general, he had a funny-looking head and very little hair.
The general was a young handsome guy, judging by his age he was not even 30 yet. He is either really good or he has some rich background. For one to be a general at such a young age was remarkable. "What about power? Don't you want power?" The young general asked with a confident smile.
"What do you mean power?" The man in black asked, his curiosity obviously picked.
The young general smiled even wider, "Hmm, so you're interested, let's just say I'll soon be King." Explained the young general, "and I will rule Qishu."
"How do you plan to do that?" The man in black asked.
"I will marry the crowned princess of Qishu, making me part of the royal family." The young general got even more cocky, "then I will tell my King that they are planning to send an assassin to kill him... I'll kill him myself. And when my plan is successful, I'll be the King."
"And why are you telling me all this?" Asked the man in black.
"Do you want to be the ruler of Qishu? Help me and you will be!" The young general extended his hand, "do we have a deal?"
The man in black smiled mischievously and reached for the young general's hand. "Very well, let me get ready."
"That's great Master Yen!" The young general was clearly excited.
Master Yen nodded and jumped on the back of a black wryven adorned with silver amour. "Meet me at the dock a month later."