Beardless Daoist Master sneered, "Oh, Wang Xiaoqiang, you are truly a rarity. I have helped countless entry-level disciples open their immortal veins, easily numbering over a thousand, yet I have never met someone like you, unable to open a single vein. Even opening two is considered trash, and you can't even open one... Heh... You truly are a rarity among trash..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xiaoqiang momentarily froze, then felt a surge of fury. The anger boiled up, forming into Raging Waves, driving the Sword of Furious Fiend. Sword after sword of Furious Fiend gathered towards the "Raging Waves Swordfall," strengthening its power, amassing nearly fifty swords, becoming more formidable.

Even as trash, you don't have the right to ridicule me!

A killing intent flashed through Wang Xiaoqiang's heart but quickly dissipated. After all, this was the Biluo Realm, and he didn't have the ability or the freedom to kill indiscriminately.

Seeing Wang Xiaoqiang silent, with a hint of evil qi between his brows, Beardless Daoist Master sneered disdainfully and continued to strike, "Wang Xiaoqiang, in your situation, unable to open immortal veins, you will never reach Daluo Golden Immortal. The Immortal Emperor Ninth Qi Realm is your limit... With your aptitude, not even the Tri-Element Sect would accept you. No cultivation aristocracy in the entire Biluo Realm would take you as a disciple..."

Although Wang Xiaoqiang was surprised by his inability to open immortal veins, he was not disheartened. He knew deep down that whether he could open them did not affect his cultivation path. As long as there was Five Elements Spirit Spring, he could not only quickly reach the Daluo Golden Immortal stage but also progress further along the Great Dao.

Seeing Wang Xiaoqiang remain silent, Beardless Daoist Master thought he was dejected. Seizing the opportunity, he said, "However, Wang Xiaoqiang, you have shown some resolute determination to become a Supreme! So, for the sake of your determination, I am giving you a chance. If you can convince your friend Zixia to marry the King of Eastern Mountain, I will make an exception and take you as my disciple..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xiaoqiang was shocked, then realized why Fairy Zixia seemed distraught. She was being coerced by her sect into marrying the King of Eastern Mountain.

Wang Xiaoqiang did not know the King of Eastern Mountain, but he could guess that the king was not to Zixia's liking, possibly even filling her with intense dislike and despair. Otherwise, she would not have been so heartbroken.

With a cold laugh, Wang Xiaoqiang said, "Beardless Daoist Master, I, Wang Xiaoqiang, may not be a good person, but I still value righteousness. I cannot sacrifice a friend to benefit myself, and also, I hope you won't force Zixia to marry the King of Eastern Mountain..."

Wang Xiaoqiang's response caught Beardless Daoist Master off guard. He thought by offering Wang Xiaoqiang a chance, Wang Xiaoqiang would surely kneel before him in gratitude, yet unexpectedly, Wang Xiaoqiang rejected it outright.

Moreover, Wang Xiaoqiang even had the audacity to interfere in Zixia's matters. Momentarily surprised, Beardless Daoist Master was also angry, pointing at Wang Xiaoqiang, "Boy, you truly don't know what's good for you. Just think about it, being such a piece of trash, if I don't take you in, how will you survive in the Biluo Realm? As soon as you leave my sphere of influence, I guarantee you won't make it to tomorrow..."

"Enough! My affairs are none of your concern. Farewell!" Wang Xiaoqiang shouted angrily, flicked his sleeve, and turned to leave.

Beardless Daoist Master was taken aback, stunned by Wang Xiaoqiang's audacity. He didn't expect Wang Xiaoqiang, a cultivator at the Immortal Emperor Fourth Qi Realm, a trash who couldn't open an immortal vein, to dare shout at him in the Tri-Element Sect.

In his anger, he truly wanted to strangle him, but upon recalling the matter with Fairy Zixia, he held back.

Forbearance in small matters ensures success in great schemes. Wang Xiaoqiang is Zixia's friend. If he killed Wang Xiaoqiang now, Zixia would certainly bear a grudge, and would never agree to marry the King of Eastern Mountain.

However, if he let Wang Xiaoqiang live, Wang Xiaoqiang might narrate his inability to open immortal veins to Zixia. For Wang Xiaoqiang's sake, Zixia might plead with him to accept Wang Xiaoqiang. If Fairy Zixia sought his help, then the matter with the King of Eastern Mountain would be easier.

Thus, despite his rage, he refrained from acting.

Beardless Daoist Master believed he could easily choke Wang Xiaoqiang to death, but Wang Xiaoqiang did not see it that way. He knew his overall strength was on par with Beardless Daoist Master's; he had no reason to fear him.

Calmly and composed, Wang Xiaoqiang walked out, heading directly to the Purple Mist Cave Mansion.

...

Inside the Purple Mist Cave Mansion, Fairy Zixia's face was ashen. She knew she could not escape this calamity. The King of Eastern Mountain was powerful and influential. Any woman he fancied either submitted or died.

She wouldn't marry him; death was her only escape.

She hoped not to implicate Wang Xiaoqiang. She wished he could open three immortal veins, successfully join the Tri-Element Sect, then she would end her life to resolve the matter.

Once Wang Xiaoqiang entered the Tri-Element Sect, they would protect him. Even if Beardless Daoist Master held a grudge, he wouldn't dare harm Wang Xiaoqiang. After all, Beardless Daoist Master wasn't the sect leader, he couldn't monopolize power within the Tri-Element Sect.

Seeing Fairy Zixia's face filled with despair, Ding Chunqiu was inwardly panicking, aware that danger was imminent, his complexion paling.

As the two waited anxiously, Wang Xiaoqiang entered.

Both stood up, eyes on Wang Xiaoqiang. Fairy Zixia spoke first, eagerly asking, "Little Qiang, how did it go? How many immortal veins did you open..."

Wang Xiaoqiang did not answer, walking directly to Fairy Zixia, staring intently into her eyes, "Zixia, I ask you this: do you want to marry the King of Eastern Mountain?"

Fairy Zixia was taken aback by his words, her heart throbbed twice, first because Wang Xiaoqiang suddenly addressed her as "Zixia," and second because of his question.

At that moment, she understood. Beardless Daoist Master had already revealed the marriage issue to Wang Xiaoqiang, possibly using it as a bargaining chip.

"My affairs are none of your concern," Fairy Zixia said coldly, "Just focus on staying well within the Tri-Element Sect..."

Before Fairy Zixia could finish, Wang Xiaoqiang interrupted, "I absolutely refuse to stay in Tri-Element Sect..."

"Little Qiang, what are you doing? Are you saying you opened more than three immortal veins..." Fairy Zixia said with slight surprise and anticipation.

For opening more than three immortal veins would mean medium-level potential. Medium potential is relatively rare, an attractive prospect for sects to recruit.

If that were the case, there would be no reason to remain in the small Tri-Element Sect.

"To tell the truth, I haven't opened a single immortal vein," Wang Xiaoqiang said.

"Ah, really? Can't be that unlucky..." Fairy Zixia exclaimed in surprise and disappointment, with even Ding Chunqiu beside her showing disappointment, even despair. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to recommend or monthly vote on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)

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