Chapter 1009: Lu Xianzi
Chapter 1009: Lu Xianzi
After this battle, Mo Hua's reputation began to soar.
This fame wasn't earned through his battle formations but rather through his own prowess in spell mastery, which he displayed at the Swordsman Competition Congress.
Even disciples of the prestigious Qian Dao Sect were defeated by Mo Hua's overwhelming use of low-grade techniques.
This clearly demonstrated Mo Hua's exceptional skill in spellcasting.
Strictly speaking, Mo Hua was merely an "assistant," and it was Ling Hu Xiao who dealt the killing blows.
But it was Ling Hu Xiao who swung the sword.
However, the credit for the kills went to Mo Hua.
Ling Hu Xiao was a genius, so it was only natural that his opponents met their end at his hands.
To be defeated by Mo Hua's low-grade spells was a humiliating disgrace.
Soon, this sense of humiliation from being "humiliated" by low-grade spells spread like wildfire.
More and more geniuses from various sects experienced this bitter taste.
Among the Twelve Streams, the Xuan Huo Sect and Ling Yin Pavilion.
From the Eight Great Gates, the Xiao Yao Gate and Zi Xia Sect.
In these four Swordsman Competitions, four sects suffered defeat at the hands of Tai Xu Sect.
To be precise, they were defeated by Mo Hua.
Their disciples were left with no fighting spirit, overwhelmed by Mo Hua's endless and diverse array of low-grade Five Elements techniques, each with its unique suppression power.
These sects had considered countermeasures against Mo Hua's abilities.
However, a single fireball spell or a single water prison spell, or even just spells from the water and fire elements, were easier to counter.
But the diverse array of Five Elements spells left them at a loss for a suitable response.
If they wanted to defend against such attacks, they would have to consider "spell resistance" and craft spiritual equipment like "Pifa Robes" to counteract the spells.
But crafting spiritual equipment also had its fundamental principles.
The more specific the spells being countered, the more effective the spiritual equipment would be.
The more diverse the spells, the less effective the spiritual equipment became.
Mo Hua, with his small Five Elements magic origin, was like a kaleidoscope of spells.
To counter such a diverse array of spells from the Five Elements, crafting Pifa Robes would only provide minimal resistance to everything, which was as good as no resistance at all.
These robes were of little use and might as well not be worn.
The circulation, generation, and restraint of the Five Elements meant that there was no true counter or "weakness" to exploit.
Mo Hua had revealed this trump card too late, and it was difficult to counter in such a short time.
Additionally, Mo Hua's divine perception, with twenty divine patterns, was far beyond that of an average magic cultivator.
As a result, the disciples of Xuan Huo Sect, Ling Yin Pavilion, Xiao Yao Gate, and Zi Xia Sect found themselves helpless against Mo Hua's vast repertoire of Five Elements spells during the competitions, eventually succumbing to defeat.
Mo Hua's list of enemies grew longer.
If it had only been his low-grade Five Elements spells that defeated them, they might not have held such a grudge against Mo Hua.
But Mo Hua had a bad habit:
He liked to finish off his opponents with fireball spells.
Often, when his opponents were exhausted from prolonged battles and their essence was nearly depleted, Mo Hua would habitually throw a small fireball spell to "finish" them off.
This resulted in an increasing number of geniuses from various sects meeting their end at the hands of Mo Hua's fireball spell.
When these sect geniuses were "finished" by Mo Hua's fireball spell, they felt utterly hopeless within.
They really wanted to say:
"Let Ling Hu Xiao strike me down with his sword."
"Don't use that broken fireball spell!"
Dying at the hands of a genius in the Chong Xu Sword Dao was far more honorable than perishing under a mere fireball spell.
They were all geniuses from prestigious sects.
Even dying at the hands of a Tianjiao was hard to accept.
But compared to a fireball spell, it was much easier to accept, even desirable.
Dying at the hands of a broken formation master's fireball spell was a blood-boiling "humiliation."
Unfortunately, Mo Hua had become so accustomed to using fireball spells that he didn't realize the pain he was causing them.
As Mo Hua "finished" more opponents, the "sins" of his fireball spell grew heavier.
The grudges he accumulated also increased.
Among these grudges, the most severe was the one formed during the Swordsman Competition against Zi Xia Sect.
Zi Xia Sect, one of the Eight Great Gates of Qian Xue Prefecture, cultivated the Zi Xia Truth Manual, a profound and potent technique that could extend one's lifespan.
Zi Xia Sect's previous ranking was even higher than Tai Xu Sect, and its disciples were stronger.
However, the problem lay in Mo Hua's unconventional magic cultivation, filled with unorthodox methods.
Zi Xia Sect's disciples cultivated a balanced and moderate technique, lacking in unorthodox methods, and thus had no effective countermeasures against Mo Hua's peculiar and bizarre "monster."
After a fierce back-and-forth battle, Zi Xia Sect's disciples eventually succumbed to Mo Hua's endless Five Elements spells.
Mo Hua's victory wasn't easy.
His biggest issue remained his essence.
His magic origin and the technique he cultivated inherently limited his essence foundation.
This was the greatest drawback for a magic cultivator.
Even when Mo Hua used low-grade Five Elements spells that consumed less essence, he couldn't do so freely.
Especially in prolonged battles, he had to control his essence more as the fight progressed, carefully calculating the use of many spells.
His suppression ability naturally weakened significantly.
Nevertheless, Mo Hua emerged victorious in the Swordsman Competition against Zi Xia Sect.
In the end, he habitually "finished" an opponent with a fireball spell, ending the competition. Afterward, he returned to Tai Xu Sect as usual, intending to treat himself to a good meal before preparing for the next competition.
But upon entering the dining hall, Mo Hua noticed that his fellow disciples were all quietly staring at him with an indescribably peculiar expression.
Mo Hua was a bit bewildered and asked, "What's going on?"
Hao Xuan hesitated for a moment and said in a low voice, "Junior Brother, don't you have any compassion for the fairer sex?"
Mo Hua was stunned. "Compassion for what fragrance? Pity for what jade?"
Everyone fell silent, unsure of what to say.
Hao Xuan prompted, "Didn't you use a fireball spell to finish off an opponent in today's competition?"
Mo Hua nodded. "Yes."
"Did you use the fireball spell to hit the face and finish them off?"
Mo Hua nodded again. "Yes."
"Did you realize that it was a female disciple?"
Mo Hua paused for a moment and then nodded. "I think it was a woman..."
Hao Xuan's expression was complex. "Do you remember what she looked like?"
Mo Hua tried to recall...
She had fair skin, curved eyebrows, big eyes, a pointed chin, and red lips...
"I have a vague impression.
Mo Hua spoke the truth, then asked, "What's wrong?"
Hao Xuan said, "Junior Brother, do you think she's beautiful?"
Mo Hua didn't understand, "What does her appearance have to do with anything? This is the Swordsman Competition Congress. Beauty won't fill our stomachs."
Seeing that Mo Hua still didn't get it, Hao Xuan sighed helplessly, "Junior Brother, do you know who this female disciple is?"
Mo Hua shook his head.
Hao Xuan sighed, "This female disciple... is the number one beauty of Zi Xia Sect, Lu Zhenlong. She's the legitimate daughter of the Lu Family, a wealthy and influential household in Kun Zhou. She's both rich and beautiful, and her fame has spread throughout Qian Xue Prefecture. Countless admirers flock to her, and cultivators who pursue her could line up from Lundao Shan to Yan Shui River..."
"Today, she's participating in the competition, and who knows how many people have come to catch a glimpse of her beauty, and then..."
Then you sent her away with a fireball to the face.
Mo Hua was stunned, then shocked, "Why didn't you tell me earlier?"
Hao Xuan smiled bitterly.
He had wanted to tell him earlier, but there simply wasn't an opportunity.
Mainly, he never expected that Lu Zhenlong, the number one beauty of Zi Xia Sect, would be completely unknown to Junior Brother.
Even if he hadn't heard of her...
With such a delicate and pretty face, just one glance would reveal her extraordinary background.
Hao Xuan couldn't help but ask, "Junior Brother, don't you think she's beautiful?"
Mo Hua furrowed his brows and carefully recalled, "Her appearance... seems not bad, and her features are quite refined. But her temperament is lacking, her temper is bad, her attitude is arrogant, and her soul isn't that beautiful either. All show and no substance..."
Not as good as his Junior Sister.
Hao Xuan sighed, "Alright..."
Junior Brother wasn't an ordinary person, so his perception was likely different as well.
But he still reminded him, "Junior Brother, be extra careful when you go out recently."
"Why?" Mo Hua asked.
Hao Xuan explained, "Since you're competing inside, you don't know that during the day, your fireball to the face sent Lu Zhenlong away. The entire outer field erupted like a volcano, with people's voices boiling over. Countless male disciples were burning with anger, wanting to settle the score with you..."
Mo Hua felt a headache coming on and couldn't help but shake his head,
"These people don't focus on cultivation, and all they think about is chasing women. No wonder when I was competing, they could only watch from outside..."
Although Junior Brother's words were occasionally irritating.
But Hao Xuan was still startled and quickly covered Mo Hua's mouth,
"My Junior Brother, you must never say this to others..."
Otherwise, it would be like pouring oil on the fire.
The volcano you ignited with your fireball wouldn't just explode but would erupt into the sky.
Mo Hua was silenced by Hao Xuan, and he nodded obediently, indicating that he wouldn't say anything more.
Only then did Hao Xuan feel relieved.
After finishing their meal and returning to the disciples' residence, Mo Hua felt increasingly depressed.
He had used the fireball to take out an opponent to save time.
But this attempt at efficiency had brought him a big trouble.
If he had known this, he would have let Xiao Xiao go and kill that Zi Xia Sect disciple.
It would be fine if Ou Yang Xuan went to do it; he had poor relationships and wasn't afraid of offending people.
But upon further thought, he realized that he was currently at the competition, protected by the ancestors in the sect. At Lundao Shan, the Five-Pin Great Array guarded them, and no one could really harm him.
With this in mind, Mo Hua felt reassured.
He began to prepare for the upcoming competition with peace of mind.
...
Outside Tai Xu Gate, because of the fireball incident, Mo Hua had made a solid enemy of the number one beauty of Zi Xia Sect.
Many sects also changed their strategies towards Mo Hua.
They decided to kill Mo Hua by force.
On one hand, it was because Mo Hua's actions were indeed infuriating.
If they didn't 'kill' him once, it was hard to dissipate the hatred in their hearts.
Up until now in the competition, Mo Hua hadn't 'died' even once, which made it even harder for many to accept.
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Mo Hua not 'dying' was against the principles of heaven and earth.
On the other hand, it was because the tactics of the competition required a 'forced kill' of Mo Hua.
There was no other choice but to kill.
Originally, among the Tai Xu Gate team, the most formidable was Ling Hu Xiao, and Mo Hua wasn't worth mentioning.
But now, Mo Hua's Five Elements Techniques flowed endlessly, not only being tricky and bizarre, but also diverse and highly suppressive, becoming a major hidden danger.
If they let him stir up trouble, they would surely be played with by his myriad of spells.
With Mo Hua's spells in support, Ling Hu Xiao's sword energy was also invincible.
So, either Ling Hu Xiao or Mo Hua had to be killed first.
Forcing a kill on Ling Hu Xiao was extremely difficult.
But forcing a kill on Mo Hua was much simpler.
After all, Mo Hua's physical body was weak, and the Jade of Lundao on his body was fragile. Any cultivator with eyes could see this.
Killing Ling Hu Xiao might require a hundred swords.
But killing Mo Hua only needed one.
However, killing Mo Hua wasn't that simple either. At the very least, Ling Hu Xiao wouldn't agree, and the other Tai Xu Gate disciples would never stand idly by.
Some sects' competition teams had also considered forcing a kill on Mo Hua.
But doing so would inevitably fail to suppress Ling Hu Xiao.
Without restraint, Ling Hu Xiao could slaughter their teammates while they were killing Mo Hua.
In this exchange, even if they killed Mo Hua, they would still be at a loss.
Therefore, a sect team was needed that could directly withstand Ling Hu Xiao's sword energy while also having the spare manpower to force a kill on Mo Hua.
This heavy responsibility fell upon the 'Jin Gang Sect'.
Jin Gang Sect, one of the eight major sects in Qian Xue Prefecture.
Its disciples focused on body cultivation, inheriting the Invincible Diamond Sutra, making their bodies impervious to blades and immune to water and fire.
This sect could both withstand Ling Hu Xiao's sword energy and, to a certain extent, be immune to Mo Hua's spells.
And the team Mo Hua encountered was led by the 'Big Senior Brother' of Jin Gang Sect.
This team, relying on the Invincible Diamond Sutra's integrated offense and defense, had swept through all opponents without a single defeat since the competition began.
In a sense, this was the strongest and most restraining team against Tai Xu Gate that Mo Hua had encountered in the Xuan Character League.
Before this round of the competition began, numerous cultivators had gathered outside the arena.
They had all come to watch Mo Hua.
To be more precise, they had come to see the formidable first disciple of the Jin Gang Sect, a master of the Diamond Sutra, beat up the despicable little junior from Tai Xu Gate.
Someone boldly declared, "I can't imagine how Tai Xu Gate can win this round."
"Me neither, so I came early to get a good spot and watch the show..."
"I usually don't dare to come and watch, afraid that Mo Hua would anger me to death..."
"To be honest, my brother from Xiao Yao Gate, my own flesh and blood, was played with and 'killed' by Mo Hua using low-grade spells. It's acceptable to kill, but not to humiliate. Every time I think about it, my blood boils, and I wish I could personally step in and beat him up..."
"Using Fireball spells to finish off enemies every day, is that even acceptable?"
"Does the Tianjiao of Qian Xue Prefecture not care about face?"
"Killing others is one thing, but he even dared to lay a hand on Lu Xianzi from Zi Xia Sect?"
"Such a woman, as pure as the moon, as elegant as a blooming spring flower, as mysterious as autumn water, and as crystal clear as winter snow. With a face as beautiful as a lotus, how could he possibly lay a hand on her?"
"Did he still use Fireball spells?"
"Did he aim right at her face?"
"Without even blinking..."
"I'm an expert in human nature. This guy is either heartless and crazy, or he's trying to attract Lu Xianzi's attention with his coldness. He's like a toad trying to eat swan meat, despicable and shameless!"
"I only regret that I've already graduated and can't personally step in to kill Mo Hua and avenge Lu Xianzi."
"Speaking of Lu Xianzi..."
"The Lu Family is indeed wealthy, and Lu Xianzi is indeed beautiful..."
"I wonder who will be the lucky one to enjoy such a sweet and soft life..."
...
Outside the arena, discussions were rampant, and inside, the sound of a grand bell rang.
The swordsman competition began.
Five burly men from the Jin Gang Sect stood tall, with the leader possessing a robust physique and muscles like braided iron, giving off an awe-inspiring aura.
However, his facial features were not as rugged; instead, they were handsome and composed, with a glint of determination in his eyes.
This man was none other than the first disciple and leader of this generation from the renowned Jin Gang Sect, one of the Eight Great Sects. His name was Shi Tiangang.
The Shi family was a prominent aristocratic family.
Shi Tiangang had been extraordinary since childhood, blessed with exceptional natural talent and a remarkable physique, making him a genius in physical cultivation. His foundation in physical cultivation and mastery of the Diamond Sutra were unmatched within the Jin Gang Sect, setting him apart from his peers.
Under Shi Tiangang's leadership, the Jin Gang Sect's team had remained undefeated.
And in this swordsman competition, Shi Tiangang's goal was to kill Mo Hua.
One reason was that Mo Hua's spells were bizarre and had to be stopped.
The other reason, of course, was Lu Zhenlong.
Lu Zhenlong had been humiliated by Mo Hua's Fireball spell, infuriating her to the core.
By killing Mo Hua, Shi Tiangang could gain Lu Zhenlong's favor.
Shi Tiangang was a level-headed individual, not one to be clouded by lust. He was doing this primarily for the sake of an alliance and the benefit of his family.
The Shi family specialized in physical cultivation, and their disciples had to undergo rigorous training, including washing the marrow and nurturing the fundamental energy, which required a vast amount of spiritual resources.
Although the Shi family held considerable influence, their cultivation industry was not thriving, and they were not adept at management, resulting in a lack of wealth.
The Lu family, on the other hand, was a wealthy and influential family in Kun Zhou, possessing an abundance of spiritual stones and resources.
If the Shi family could form an alliance with the Lu family through marriage, they could complement each other's strengths and fulfill their respective needs.
Shi Tiangang had been an outstanding peer since childhood, with a strong sense of responsibility. He knew that his cultivation and growth were attributed to the support of his family, and he enjoyed the benefits of their influence. Therefore, he was willing to do many things as long as they benefited his family.
When it came to marriage, he only considered the family's interests and had no say in his personal preferences.
The majority of aristocratic disciples would never have the chance to marry someone they truly loved.
It was all about cold, calculated interests.
Of course, Shi Tiangang also acknowledged that Lu Zhenlong was indeed beautiful.
Not only was she stunning in appearance, but she also came from a prestigious family and possessed exceptional talent.
Admiring such a woman was only natural.
However, she was a bit arrogant and willful, but with a face like that, exceptional talent, and an extraordinary background, it was impossible for anyone not to like her.
Therefore, Mo Hua had to die.
If Shi Tiangang could be the first to 'kill' Mo Hua in the swordsman competition, it would create an opportunity.
In the future, if the Shi family could discuss marriage with the Lu family, this swordsman competition would also become an advantage...
The swords clashed, and the competition intensified.
This swordsman competition was not an ordinary free-for-all.
In the arena, the five burly men from the Jin Gang Sect resembled five Diamond Kings, charging towards Tai Xu Gate.
Four of them, relying on their toughened bodies, engaged in close combat with Ling Hu Xiao and his companions, pinning them down.
The Diamond Sutra of the Jin Gang Sect was a superior physical cultivation technique. Even when clashing with Ling Hu Xiao's sword energy, they would not be at a disadvantage in a short period.
This was the Jin Gang Sect's advantage.
To show respect, their leader, Shi Tiangang, would personally 'kill' Mo Hua.
Mo Hua, with his mastery of all spells, deserved this treatment.
As the battle began, Mo Hua immediately sensed the Jin Gang Sect's intention and took off without a word, dashing into the nearby woods.
"He's quite fast..."
Shi Tiangang's gaze turned slightly cold, and a cold smile appeared on his face. He then activated his movement technique, transforming into a golden figure and charging towards the woods.
Ling Hu Xiao and his companions tried to stop Shi Tiangang but were entangled by the other four robust disciples of the Jin Gang Sect.
These four men activated the Diamond Sutra, their bodies clad in golden armor, and their skin glowing with a golden hue. The sharp Chong Xu Sword Qi could only leave shallow sword marks on their bodies.
It was unknown how much time and effort it would take to defeat them.
Ling Hu Xiao's eyes turned cold, but he had no choice but to endure and fight them.
On the other side, Shi Tiangang rushed into the woods.
In the air, a flash of fire appeared, and several fireballs flew towards him.
Shi Tiangang's skin was like golden armor, immune to water and fire. The fireballs exploded on his body, only producing a few wisps of smoke without causing any harm.
The subsequent Water Prison spells also failed to restrain him for long.
The Golden Blade and Water Arrow spells that followed could not harm him in the slightest.
Withstanding these spells, Shi Tiangang strode into the forest.
Then, he swept his divine sense, and his gaze, like an arrow, turned to the right. He saw a panicked figure fleeing deeper into the woods, hidden by the trees.
Shi Tiangang coldly smiled, clenched his fist, and squeezed it until it crackled like firecrackers:
"Let's see where you can run to."
(End of Chapter)
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