Chapter 201 - Chapter201

After climbing up from the cliff, Zhou Wei disappeared. For a full eight days, no one saw him once. When he reappeared in the refining hall, Zhou Peng was shocked and thought to himself, "He's still alive?!" Zhou Peng didn't expect Zhou Wei to be alive. Falling from a ten-thousand-foot cliff and not dying, his life is really tough. In the refining hall, Zhou Wei acted as if nothing had happened. He glanced at Zhou Peng and gave a cold smile. The smile was filled with endless killing intent, making people shudder. Yan Bing frowned and was about to tell about Zhou Wei's despicable deeds that day, but was stopped by Zhou Peng. Zhou Peng signaled Yan Bing with his eyes not to speak out. Without evidence, if they said it, Zhou Wei would definitely not admit it. Moreover, revealing those things would be bad for the reputations of Yan Bing and Yan Xin. Zhou Peng had taken all the advantages. Speaking out would only make things worse. To some extent, Zhou Peng should be grateful to Zhou Wei. If it weren't for his Nine Yin Harmonious Powder, he probably wouldn't be able to have fun with two beauties at once. At least not so soon. Inside the refining hall, it was solemn and majestic. Shen Yan's expression was also extremely serious. Looking at the ten disciples in the hall, she was still in shock. This disciple ranking competition was extremely important to her. Shen Yan gently exhaled to calm her nervous mood. Looking at Zhou Wei and then at Zhou Peng, she smiled faintly and said, "You ten are all the disciples with the strongest cultivation and the strongest strength among the disciples of Lieyang Palace. This disciple ranking competition is related to the future status of Lieyang Palace in Qianji Sect. Therefore, I hope you all go all out and must break into the top ten no matter what." "Yes, Master, we will definitely go all out..." The ten disciples shouted in unison. Among the ten, Zhou Wei had the highest cultivation at the second level of reincarnation. Secondly, it was Yan Xin and Yan Bing who had just broken through to the reincarnation realm. Zhou Peng's cultivation at the third level of entering emptiness was at the bottom among the ten. However, in Shen Yan's heart, Zhou Peng was very important and not lighter than Zhou Wei. Even she couldn't complete the task of Nether Sea Strange Fire. It could be imagined that Zhou Peng must be more than just at the third level of entering emptiness. Shen Yan nodded and smiled. With a wave of her single hand, Xiao Qing came up holding the Nether Divine Sword with both hands. Zhou Wei's eyes flickered slightly and his face changed slightly. Zhou Peng also sneered coldly in his heart. "The semi-divine weapon, the Nether Divine Sword, is refined from millennium black iron. The weapon soul is the crystal core of a ninth-level Winged Heavenly King Tiger. It can resonate with the spiritual soul and merge man and sword, making it extremely powerful." As Shen Yan spoke, she didn't look at Zhou Wei at all. The ten people below all knew that it was once the reward when Zhou Wei broke through to the master-level refiner. But now it has been taken back. Any one of them has a chance to own it. For a moment, their eyes became burning hot. Only Zhou Wei's eyes were as calm as ever, but inside he was filled with hatred. Semi-divine weapons are rare in the entire Qianji Sect. How precious? How could Zhou Wei not feel heartache? However, a strange smile appeared on his face. The smile disappeared in an instant and his heart was extremely cold as he thought, "No one can take away what belongs to me." Looking at the burning expressions of the disciples, Shen Yan nodded in satisfaction and said, "Among you, whoever ranks the highest will be rewarded with this Nether Divine Sword." "Master, is what you said true?" Yan Bing was excited and stared at the Nether Divine Sword without moving. "When have I ever lied to you?" Shen Yan smiled faintly. Everyone showed fanatical expressions. In the disciple ranking competition, besides relying on strength, one also needs luck. With good luck, one may encounter weak opponents in several rounds. With bad luck, one may encounter a strong opponent in the first round and be defeated directly. Although Zhou Wei has the highest cultivation, it doesn't mean he can get the best ranking. If he encounters a stronger opponent as soon as he starts and loses, while another disciple encounters a weaker opponent and wins, then Zhou Wei's ranking will definitely be lower. So, all ten disciples present have a chance to get the Nether Divine Sword. Shen Yan greatly inspired everyone's fighting spirit. Taking out a semi-divine weapon as a reward was the first time. This was also the first time in Lieyang Palace. In recent hundred years, Lieyang Palace has never achieved a good ranking. Zhou Wei is the only disciple who has entered the top ten. But only he himself knows how he got in. Although Lieyang Palace occupies an important position in Qianji Sect, it has never been in terms of cultivation, especially by people from the other seven palaces. In a world where the strong are respected, just being able to refine artifacts and refine even the most powerful immortal artifacts and divine artifacts. If one can't exert their power, it will only be laughed at. In Shen Yan's heart, she has always wanted to change. But since she entered the Void Breaking Realm, her cultivation has stopped advancing. No matter how she cultivates, her cultivation doesn't improve at all. In her heart, besides refining artifacts, she also has a heart to become stronger. The disciple ranking competition is a grand event of Qianji Sect. Almost all inner disciples will come to watch. Those who think they are strong enough can also participate. Except for a few disciples guarding the mountain gate, all the disciples of Lieyang Palace go down the mountain to participate in this grand battle event. Before the inner disciple ranking competition, the selection of outer disciples has ended. Lin Yan and Yi Qianhan have successfully advanced to inner disciples. They showed extremely strong combat power during the selection process. Lin Yan has been noticed by an elder of Qianyang Palace. Soon, he will become a member of Qianyang Palace. The five of them have stepped into the inner sect for only a few days. They maintain a respectful attitude towards everyone and are extremely enthusiastic. After so many years of hard work, finally becoming inner disciples is the biggest breakthrough in their lives. Tens of thousands of disciples gathered in the square under the sky. The square was crowded with people and there were discussions everywhere. In a corner of the square, Lin Yan and the other five stood on tiptoe and looked around, looking for Zhou Peng's figure. "Will Big Brother Zhou come?" Chang Feng asked anxiously. At this time, his strength has reached the third level of Tempering Gang. The change in his aura is very huge. "He will definitely come." Lin Yan affirmed. They were able to enter the inner sect all because of Zhou Peng's help. Without Zhou Peng, they might still be mixing in the outer sect, taking on tasks day and night, completing tasks, and exchanging meager merit points to survive. Yi Qianhan's expression was also slightly anxious. She was like an iceberg. At this time, her eyes also had a hint of fanaticism that was not easy to detect. Suddenly, there was a commotion in the crowd. Looking to one side, someone shouted loudly, "The disciples of Lieyang Palace are here." "So beautiful. They are all beauties." "Why are there two men? Who are they? They are so lucky." "Damn, don't you know Zhou Wei? The big brother of Lieyang Palace. He was in the top ten in the last session. His refining art has reached the master level. He is highly regarded by all the elders." "Then who is the other one? I haven't seen him before. Does he also represent Lieyang Palace in the battle?" "I don't know." "I haven't seen him. Who knows where he came from." There were whispers in the crowd. Everyone felt a bit strange about Zhou Peng's appearance. Some disciples with good strength sensed the aura on Zhou Peng and couldn't help but sneer. At the third level of entering emptiness, it is estimated that at most one can only enter the top one hundred. If one wants to go further, it is probably impossible. On the distant stands, some elders sneered and shook their heads, saying, "The disciples of Lieyang Palace are too weak. A disciple at the third level of entering emptiness also comes up to die." "Haha." An elder laughed loudly and then said, "Lieyang Palace is okay at refining artifacts. If it's about cultivation, how powerful can a group of little girls be?" "Haha." Elder Liu is right." "In recent hundred years, only one disciple of Lieyang Palace entered the top ten. Every time in the disciple ranking competition, it's just a formality and makes everyone laugh." "Haha..." Several elders around laughed again. They were all inner sect elders with real power in their hands. They were only deeply jealous of Lieyang Palace. Occupying Duxiu Peak with the best conditions and the most abundant spiritual energy in Qianji Sect, and also having the resources of Wanshe Valley, this makes many people jealous and even hate. "Big Brother Zhou, it's Big Brother Zhou..." Lin Yan shouted loudly. The five of them looked at the same time. Seeing Zhou Peng walking in the array of disciples of Lieyang Palace, they were all excited and their eyes were extremely fanatical. "How did he enter Lieyang Palace?" Lin Yan asked to himself. "What's wrong with Lieyang Palace?" Chang Feng asked. Lin Yan didn't answer. He secretly couldn't understand. In terms of potential, Zhou Peng was the best one he had ever seen. But he entered Lieyang Palace, which is specialized in refining artifacts, which puzzled him. But it was just a moment of annoyance in his heart. Then he forgot. No matter who Zhou Peng became a disciple of, he was their benefactor. "Big Brother Zhou, Big Brother Zhou..." Lin Yan and Chang Feng waved their arms and shouted loudly. Zhou Peng also looked around. Looking at Lin Yan and them, he immediately waved his arm to greet them. With a faint smile on his face, he was truly happy for them entering the inner sect. "Master, I'm going to see some friends." Zhou Peng said respectfully. "Go. Come back quickly." Shen Yan replied. Looking at the elders laughing loudly at her not far away, a hint of gloom flashed on her face and anger rose in her heart. "Master, I want to go." Yan Bing immediately said. Without waiting for Shen Yan's consent, she pulled her sister Yan Xin and followed. When Yan Bing saw a beautiful female disciple when Zhou Peng looked at Lin Yan and them, although she wasn't sure if Zhou Peng knew her, she had a feeling that Zhou Peng must know her. So she pulled her sister and followed. Yan Xin and Yan Bing followed. Zhou Peng secretly thought, "Could it be that they are jealous?" "Big Brother Zhou." When the five saw Zhou Peng squeezing over, they immediately went up and greeted in unison. "Haha. Long time no see. Now you are all inner disciples. Congratulations." Zhou Peng said with a smile. Yan Bing and Yan Xin stood behind Zhou Peng and looked at Yi Qianhan with hostility. It's a woman's nature. Yi Qianhan's appearance and temperament are not inferior to any of them. If compared alone, Yi Qianhan's charm is even more eye-catching. Yan Xin and Yan Bing are twin sisters. Together, their charm is naturally irresistible. Yan Bing looked at Yi Qianhan, took a step forward, and showed a smile that never appeared usually. "Who is she?" "Who are they?" Yi Qianhan also asked at the same time. Zhou Peng looked at Yi Qianhan and then at Yan Bing with a half-smile. He sighed in his heart and with a turn of his eyes, said, "Master is calling us..." "Don't go first." "If you don't make it clear, you can't go!"