Invincible Beyond Heavens: Cultivating With A Broken EXP System

Chapter 452: Invitation of Jian Wuchen!

"Nothing more than this."

Li Yun’s expression did not change. He spoke calmly and said, "Very well. I will use you to test the power of the Sword-Nurturing Gourd."

"Soul Sword Control Art."

Li Yun pulled the stopper from the yellow-skinned gourd in his hand.

In the next instant, ten Violet Shadow Swords flew out from within the Sword-Nurturing Gourd. The ten flying swords released incomparably sharp auras and shot fiercely toward the scar-faced youth.

Bang!

In only an instant, the ten flying swords tore apart the incoming blade light. After that, without losing any momentum, they continued slashing toward the scar-faced youth.

"What?"

The scar-faced youth’s expression changed immediately.

He hurriedly swung his blade to block.

Bang!

The first Violet Shadow Sword was knocked away by his blade.

The second Violet Shadow Sword was also knocked away.

The third Violet Shadow Sword was blocked as well.

However, by the time he blocked the third sword, his body trembled violently, and he could not stop himself from retreating three steps.

Before he could even breathe a sigh of relief, the fourth Violet Shadow Sword had already arrived through the air.

His expression changed again, and he raised his blade to block once more.

Bang!

Blood burst from the web between his thumb and forefinger. This time, he could no longer hold onto his weapon. The two-meter-long blade flew out of his hand, and he himself was forced back seven full steps.

"Ah!"

The scar-faced youth’s expression became hideous.

He suddenly stepped forward and gathered all his remaining strength into his fist. With a furious roar, he punched out and sent the fifth Violet Shadow Sword flying.

However, after blocking this sword, blood seeped from the corner of his mouth.

Swish! Swish! Swish!

In the next moment, the remaining five Violet Shadow Swords swept forward at the same time.

This time, the scar-faced youth was finally unable to resist.

The impact of the five Violet Shadow Swords sent his body flying backward. His two arms, both thighs, and lower abdomen were pierced by the swords, and blood quickly spread across his clothes.

Although the injuries were not fatal, he looked extremely miserable.

"This..."

"Duan Haolie actually lost?"

At that moment, the expressions of the other three people in the courtyard changed at the same time.

The thin young man was especially terrified. His face turned deathly pale, and his lips trembled so badly that he could not say a single word.

A mere 6th level Essence Qi Realm cultivator had actually defeated Duan Haolie, who was at the 6th level of the Mortal Core Realm.

What exactly was the background of this newcomer?

"Hahaha, Li Yun, you truly are not someone who can remain quiet for long. You have only just entered the Outer Sect, yet you have already caused such a commotion."

At that moment, a burst of laughter suddenly rang out.

Immediately afterward, a gentle-looking young man wearing a black-and-white Daoist robe appeared before everyone. It was none other than Jian Wuchen.

"An Earthly Core Realm expert? An Inner Sect Disciple?"

Seeing Jian Wuchen appear, the expressions of Duan Haolie and the others changed at once. When they looked at Li Yun again, shock could not help but appear in their eyes.

This Li Yun actually had a connection with an Inner Sect Disciple.

One had to understand that the hierarchy within the Heavenly Sword Sect was extremely strict. Ordinary Outer Sect Disciples were not qualified to casually associate with Inner Sect Disciples. Those who could form connections with Inner Sect Disciples either possessed an extraordinary background or had astonishing talent that made Inner Sect Disciples willing to acknowledge them.

No matter which possibility it was, it proved that Li Yun was definitely not someone they could easily provoke.

For a time, the owners of Rooms 2 and 3 both revealed wary expressions. As for Duan Haolie and the thin young man, they immediately restrained the resentment in their eyes and completely abandoned any thoughts of revenge.

A newcomer who could speak with an Inner Sect Disciple was not someone they could afford to offend.

"Senior Brother Jian, did you come here for something?"

Seeing Jian Wuchen arrive, Li Yun put away the Sword-Nurturing Gourd.

"Yes."

Jian Wuchen nodded. He glanced at Duan Haolie and the others before saying indifferently, "I have something to discuss with Junior Brother Li. All of you should excuse yourselves."

Toward Li Yun, Jian Wuchen was quite polite. However, toward ordinary Outer Sect Disciples like Duan Haolie, he naturally had no need to show the same attitude.

Duan Haolie and the others also understood this perfectly. After hearing his words, they did not dare to say anything more and quickly left the courtyard.

"Li Yun, you really are incredibly bold."

After Duan Haolie and the others left, Jian Wuchen gave a helpless smile and said, "You heavily offended Crown Prince Xing Tian as soon as you entered the Heavenly Sword Sect. I truly do not know what to say to you. Do you know how much influence the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom holds inside the Heavenly Sword Sect?"

"At the upper level, the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom has many experts serving as elders in the five great halls, and quite a few of them hold important positions. Even the Vice Hall Master of the Administrative Hall comes from the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom."

"As for the disciple level, the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom has also formed its own faction. Whether among True Disciples, Inner Sect Disciples, or Outer Sect Disciples, their people are numerous and influential."

Jian Wuchen’s expression became more serious as he continued, "Not only that, but Crown Prince Xing Tian, whom you defeated in the Scarlet Ember Secret Realm, is definitely not as simple as he appeared on the surface. In truth, he has not yet received the royal bloodline inheritance of the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom."

"Once he accepts that royal inheritance, his strength will rise rapidly. Within a short time, he may step into the Earthly Core Realm, and even reaching the Heavenly Core Realm will only be a matter of time. Since you have offended him, walking smoothly in the Heavenly Sword Sect may become very difficult."

"Royal bloodline inheritance?"

Li Yun’s heart stirred slightly as realization flashed through his mind.

No wonder Crown Prince Xing Tian, despite being the crown prince of the Starheaven Ancient Kingdom, had only been at the Mortal Core Realm. It turned out that he had not yet received the true royal inheritance.

Even so, Li Yun still felt no fear toward Crown Prince Xing Tian.

On the path of martial arts, it had always been Li Yun catching up to others. No one who had been surpassed by him had ever managed to catch up again. Those who fell behind would only watch the distance between them grow wider and wider until they could no longer even see his back.

"Senior Brother Jian, there is no need to speak so indirectly."

Li Yun looked at Jian Wuchen and said calmly, "Why did you come looking for me? What exactly do you want to say?"

"I knew I could not hide it from you."

Jian Wuchen shook his head and smiled. "Actually, I came here this time on behalf of Senior Sister Lan Yue. She asked me to invite you to the Moon Orchid Tea Gathering in five days."