Great Immortal With Boundless Mana

Chapter 348: Gambling Agreement

The Great Hall was spacious enough to easily accommodate two Gold Core cultivators fighting.

The numerous cultivators naturally dispersed, creating space for the two Gold Core cultivators.

Although Yun Changfeng didn't like Yun Qiushui and others fighting with swords, he couldn't stop it at this moment. He could only activate the token to activate the formation.

One by one, large spiritual runes appeared on the floor, forming a semi-closed giant formation that surrounded Yun Qiushui and Han Chengzhen, separating them from the other cultivators.

The formation not only protected the War Practitioners watching the battle, but also protected the Jinxiao Palace and Yun Qiushui who was about to fight.

Battle between Gold Core cultivators was dangerous. A single mistake could lead to casualties.

Although there were many Gold Core cultivators around, no one dared to claim that they could separate the two combatants in the blink of an eye.

Only a Nascent Soul True Monarch could control the battle between two Gold Core cultivators with their powerful Divine Sense, taking advantage of the difference in realms.

Without Yun Zaitian present, there was a risk of losing control of the battle.

Gao Xian naturally stood beside Yun Qingxuan. Yun Qingxuan's expression was indifferent, seemingly unconcerned about the victory or defeat of his junior brother.

Her cold eyes seemed somewhat vacant, as if she was lost in thought, not even looking at Yun Qiushui or Han Chengzhen.

"Senior Brother?" Gao Xian asked through Divine Sense.

Yun Qingxuan's gaze focused, and she said to Gao Xian, "Gui Wuqi is very powerful. How confident are you?"

This topic was a bit abrupt, and Gao Xian thought for a moment before saying, "I'm about seventy to eighty percent confident."

Gao Xian wasn't being arrogant. He was a first-rank Gold Core cultivator with various Supernatural Powers and secret techniques. If he couldn't even defeat Gui Wuqi, it would be too much of a failure.

Of course, Gui Wuqi was still very strong. Gao Xian believed that he was probably a second-rank Gold Core cultivator. In front of Yun Qingxuan, he didn't say everything.

Yun Qingxuan fell silent for a moment and said, "Gui Wuqi should be a second-rank Sword Pill. In Wanfeng County, that's very strong."

Gao Xian nodded. Yun Qingxuan's judgment was the same as his own. This senior brother had truly keen insight.

He casually asked, "Senior Brother, do you want to fight Gui Wuqi?"

Yun Qingxuan shook her head. "I have a feeling that Gui Wuqi will be unfavorable to me. Since Junior Brother is seventy to eighty percent confident in winning, how about you fight on my behalf?"

"Senior Brother's matters are my matters. I have a responsibility to help," Gao Xian said with great loyalty.

Not to mention that Yun Qingxuan had helped him several times before, just their relationship alone made him want to stand up for Yun Qingxuan!

He prioritized loyalty above all else!

Yun Qingxuan's lips curled up imperceptibly, and a hint of joy appeared in her crystal-clear eyes. She wasn't afraid of Gui Wuqi, but she was delighted that Gao Xian readily agreed.

She softly said, "Thank you, Junior Brother."

While the two were talking, Yun Qiushui and Han Chengzhen had already started fighting.

Han Chengzhen's sword was as clear as ice, exuding endless coldness. His sword moves were swift and changeable like the wind.

Yun Qiushui used the Purple Cloud Sword to respond. His Sword Rays were dense like clouds, containing the changes of thunder and lightning, and his momentum was impressive.

However, his sword strikes also had a transcendent and ethereal aura, like an immortal riding a sword, with ever-changing and elusive movements.

Han Chengzhen's Sword Intent was purer, while Yun Qiushui's Taiwei Feixian Sword was more exquisite.

Their cultivation bases were similar, and their sword levels were also comparable. Entangled in battle, it was difficult to determine the outcome for a while.

Gui Wuqi, who had been silent all along, looked for a while before suddenly saying, "This person's Sword Technique is not bad."

Zhong Ziqi beside him laughed, "If you say it's not bad, then it really is not bad."

Zhong Ziqi is four hundred years older than Gui Wuqi, but he has a youthful appearance that makes him look like an old man.

In terms of age, he hasn't actually entered the aging period. It's just that his practice of the Sword Technique went awry, which resulted in his current appearance.

On this trip to the Heavenly Sword Sect, Zhong Ziqi is in charge, and even though Gui Wuqi has a great reputation, he is still under Zhong Ziqi's jurisdiction.

Zhong Ziqi is very protective of this genius and handles their relationship very well.

Gui Wuqi looked at Gao Xian and Yun Qingxuan on the opposite side of the formation. This pair of men and women are exceptionally outstanding, with the man being handsome and the woman being beautiful and elegant. They look very harmonious together.

He commented, "These two are even stronger."

"Gao Xian is stronger than Yun Qiushui?"

Zhong Ziqi didn't doubt Gui Wuqi's judgment, he was just a little surprised by this. After all, Gao Xian only formed his Gold Core two years later than Yun Qiushui. Moreover, Yun Qiushui is a third rank Sword Pill cultivator. It's a bit unreasonable to say that Gao Xian is stronger than Yun Qiushui.

Gao Xian noticed the gazes of Gui Wuqi and Zhong Ziqi, and he showed them a polite and sincere smile.

Gui Wuqi nodded slightly, he had a good impression of Gao Xian.

Yun Qingxuan was cold and proud, while Yun Qiushui was unrestrained and uninhibited. This pair of siblings were both powerful cultivators, but they lacked social skills.

Gao Xian, who came from a humble background, was polite and considerate in his actions, and he was generous and humorous in his interactions with others, leaving a good impression on Gui Wuqi.

Gui Wuqi said, "Gao Xian is a good person."

Zhong Ziqi was a little surprised. He never expected Gui Wuqi to have such a high opinion of Gao Xian's character.

After pondering for a moment, he said, "I heard that Gao Xian is not a good person and is quite cunning."

"With such thoughtfulness in his actions and such humility and gentleness in his demeanor, this person has been polished by the world. Even if he is a bit calculating, he poses no harm."

Gui Wuqi had a good impression of Gao Xian, but he felt that Gao Xian's character was too worldly, just like Yun Changfeng.

For ordinary people, success depends on their interactions with others. There is nothing wrong with that.

The power of a cultivator lies within themselves. Being too skilled in social interactions means grinding away one's own edges to adapt to others.

For cultivators who strive to improve themselves, this means losing their true nature, which is a great taboo.

A worldly cultivator is equivalent to giving up on the cultivation of the Great Dao. Gold Core is Gao Xian's limit.

For Gui Wuqi, someone who poses no harm is naturally a good person.

Only now did Zhong Ziqi understand what Gui Wuqi meant. He fell silent and couldn't help but smile bitterly. Gui Wuqi's words made sense, but they were also piercing to his ears, because he himself was a worldly person!

After thinking for a moment, Zhong Ziqi said, "Yun Qingxuan seems to have extraordinary talent. He should achieve great things in the future."

"Yes, Yun Qingxuan's potential is much higher than Yun Qiushui's."

Gui Wuqi said indifferently, "Yun Qiushui is too frivolous. Although he has a pure heart, he lacks wisdom and cannot make a difference."

Zhong Ziqi suddenly said, "How about I help you propose to Yun Qingxuan?"

He was afraid that Gui Wuqi would object, so he hurriedly explained, "I think Yun Qingxuan has a beautiful appearance and a cold temperament, which matches well with you. With the relationship between our two sects, Yun would not be able to refuse.

"Bring Yun Qingxuan over, it will not only strengthen the sect's power, but also..."

Zhong Ziqi didn't finish his sentence, but the meaning was clear. If Azure Cloud Sect loses Yun Qingxuan, they will lose a Nascent Soul seed. This would have a significant impact.

Gui Wuqi thought seriously for a while before saying, "This idea is good, but Yun would never be so foolish as to use a Nascent Soul seed to please us.

"How about this, later I will use a marriage proposal as a wager and challenge this woman. I won't give her any chance to avoid it."

Zhong Ziqi was shocked. Gui Wuqi's sword technique was not just empty words. If he decided to take action, he would not show any mercy. If he really killed Yun Qingxuan, it would be bad!

He persuaded, "Wuqi, it's a good thing to form a marriage alliance. If you hurt Yun Qingxuan, it won't be good."

"It doesn't matter. I am somewhat attracted to this woman. Killing her will also be a way to sever the Hearts Demon and benefit my cultivation."

Gui Wuqi calmly said, "If she can be defeated without dying, she will qualify to be my woman."

"If you really have feelings for her, it will be detrimental to your sword cultivation." Zhong Ziqi hesitated at this moment.

The Heavenly Sword Sect cultivates the sword path, which is a righteous path that does not suppress emotions and desires.

But Gui Wuqi is different. He cultivates the Thunder Sword Technique, a sword technique that uses thunder as a sword, with unparalleled power.

Because the power of the Sword Technique is too strong, Gui Wuqi has cultivated a supplementary secret technique called the Severing Emotions Sword, which cuts off the seven emotions and six desires and transforms them into powerful Sword Intent.

This Severing Emotions Sword is most taboo against developing emotions. If Gui Wuqi develops emotions, his cultivation base will likely be greatly affected.

Gui Wuqi said emotionlessly, "It doesn't matter. The deeper my emotions, the stronger the Hearts Demon. When I reach the late stage of Gold Core, I will be able to kill love and achieve the Dao, entering the realm of body and sword unity in one fell swoop..."

Zhong Ziqi listened and was secretly shocked. Gui Wuqi truly deserved to be called a peerless genius of the sect. His unwavering determination and disregard for everything for the sake of the sword, how many cultivators in the world can compare to him...

Gao Xian, who was opposite the formation, couldn't hear the Divine Sense communication between Zhong Ziqi and Gui Wuqi, but he could faintly sense that they were talking about him and Yun Qingxuan.

He could perceive their condescending discussion, which made him somewhat displeased.

Gao Xian was thinking about it when he sensed the malice emanating from Gui Wuqi.

At this moment, inside the formation, the battle between Yun Qiushui and Han Chengzhen became even more intense. The frosty Sword Intent emanating from Han Chengzhen's sword spread everywhere, turning into substantial white cold air.

Yun Qiushui's graceful swordsmanship became noticeably sluggish in the white cold air.

On the other hand, Han Chengzhen's sword became even faster and more agile.

Suddenly, the two figures converged, and the silver-white Sword Rays and the icy-white Sword Rays collided, completely engulfing their figures.

The intense and dazzling Sword Rays made most of the cultivators in the Great Hall close their eyes.

Even their controlled Divine Sense was shattered by the intersecting Sword Rays.

Many people showed a look of shock. The might of a Gold Core sword cultivator was truly extraordinary!

Yun Changfeng realized that something was wrong. Even if Yun Qiushui could win, it would be a pyrrhic victory!

He activated the formation, and golden lights rose up like walls, separating the two fighting individuals.

Although Han Chengzhen and Yun Qiushui were strong, they couldn't contend with the formation inside the Great Hall. Although they were unwilling, they could only sheathe their swords and retreat.

When the brilliance of the formation gradually dissipated, Han Chengzhen coldly cupped his hands and said, "I have learned."

Yun Qiushui returned the gesture, "The Heavenly Sword Sect is indeed formidable. I admire it."

In this battle, Yun Qiushui was at a disadvantage, but it couldn't be said that he lost. Han Chengzhen was proud and felt that he hadn't truly defeated Yun Qiushui, so he didn't say much.

Yun Changfeng laughed and said, "Fellow Daoist Han's sword technique is superb, which is evident to all. We have witnessed the Heavenly Sword Sect's secret techniques and have learned a lot..."

Yun Changfeng said a few polite words and was about to take the opportunity to end the celebration to avoid any further trouble.

Suddenly, Gui Wuqi raised his voice and said, "I greatly admire Fellow Daoist Qingxuan's elegance. I would like to marry Fellow Daoist as my dao companion. I wonder what Fellow Daoist thinks?"

Yun Qingxuan didn't speak, she just looked quietly at Gui Wuqi. There was no surprise or anger in her crystal-clear and serene eyes.

The surrounding people were in an uproar. Although cultivators were different from ordinary people, they wouldn't propose marriage right off the bat!

Such rashness was extremely disrespectful.

Everyone couldn't help but look at Yun Qingxuan, their expressions complex.

Yun Qiushui's face was filled with anger, but since he couldn't even surpass Han Chengzhen, he naturally didn't have the confidence to reprimand Gui Wuqi.

"No." Yun Qingxuan's voice was gentle, but exceptionally firm and direct.

This answer surprised everyone present even more. While it was indeed impolite for Gui Wuqi to propose marriage so suddenly, Yun Qingxuan's direct rejection was too straightforward.

Normally, one would find an excuse to decline a few times. Yun Qingxuan's actions would undoubtedly offend the Heavenly Sword Sect.

Yun Changfeng was about to mediate the situation when Gui Wuqi said, "As cultivators, principles and rules are secondary. The key is to see whose cultivation base is higher."

"How about this, we use the engagement as a wager and have a battle. If I win, you will come with me."

The faces of everyone from Azure Cloud Sect turned grim. Gui Wuqi's words in the Golden Sky Palace were too arrogant.

Gao Xian's expression remained calm, but he was surprised. Did Yun Qingxuan mean that Gui Wuqi wanted to make a move on her?

The question was, was Yun Qingxuan clairvoyant, or had they made an agreement?

Yun Qingxuan obviously couldn't have contacted Gui Wuqi privately, nor was there any reason for her to cooperate with him in such a matter.

Therefore, this was Yun Qingxuan's intuition.

Thinking of this, Gao Xian couldn't help but feel some admiration for Yun Qingxuan. This woman, despite her literary appearance, was truly capable!

Yun Qingxuan didn't see the admiration in Gao Xian's eyes. She looked at Gui Wuqi calmly and asked, "What if you lose?"

Gui Wuqi thought seriously for a moment and said, "If I lose, Azure Cloud Sect will be allowed to participate in next year's Heavenly Sword Palace trial."

"Alright." Yun Qingxuan nodded slightly.

Yun Changfeng couldn't help but frown. How could he easily agree to such a thing?

Gao Xian knew it was his turn to step forward. He took a step forward and said loudly, "This fellow Daoist Gui is truly rude. Junior Brother is willing to take his place."

The people around were shocked once again. Gao Xian, a newly promoted Gold Core cultivator, dared to join in the excitement?!

Some people thought that Gao Xian was infatuated with Yun Qingxuan's beauty and couldn't help but want to play the hero.

Li Fei Huang thought this way. She was so anxious that she gritted her teeth, secretly cursing Gao Xian for not knowing any better for the sake of beauty.

Then she thought that it might be Yun Qingxuan forcing Gao Xian, and she felt a pang of heartache for him. But in this situation, even if she was anxious, she was powerless as a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Yan Fei Yin was a little anxious. Gui Wuqi's sword was deadly, and it was too dangerous for him to fight.

Wan Chang'an and Ma Tengyun from Wanling Sect, on the other hand, were excited. Today's celebration was truly lively!

It was unclear whether Gui Wuqi had acted on a whim or if the Heavenly Sword Sect wanted to teach Azure Cloud Sect a lesson.

There was a lot going on here!

What surprised everyone even more was that Yun Qingxuan actually agreed. "I'll trouble Junior Brother to teach this person a lesson on my behalf."

Gui Wuqi asked seriously, "Fellow Daoist Qingxuan, Gao Xian can also fight on your behalf, but what if he loses?"

Yun Qingxuan nodded calmly, "Everyone present will bear witness. Junior Brother represents me fully. Regardless of the outcome, I will not go back on my word."

"Alright."

Gui Wuqi took Yun Qingxuan's words and gripped the hilt of his Immortal Capital Sword, looking directly at Gao Xian. "Please."

Gao Xian took off his purple ceremonial Magical Robe and, with the Azure Lotus Sword in hand, walked to the opposite side of Gui Wuqi. "Please."

Those who were close to Gao Xian showed concern. Gui Wuqi's sword was deadly, and if Gao Xian lost, he might die on the spot!

Yun Changfeng wanted to stop it, but he heard the voice of the ancestor Yun Zaitian in his ear. "Don't interfere. Let Gao Xian teach the Heavenly Sword Sect a lesson..."

"What?!" Yun Changfeng was stunned. He almost thought someone was impersonating the ancestor. Gao Xian teaching the Heavenly Sword Sect a lesson? Could he do it...

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