Seeing the abundant sword qi, Chen Kaiyang was utterly stunned. His Cyan Mountain Dawn Sword had also reached perfection, so he naturally understood what this sword from Chu Nan represented.

As the sword qi was about to strike, he hurriedly channeled his spiritual power, not even bothering to suppress his cultivation, directly using the power of the Yang Wheel to shield himself.

Sizzle!

The sword qi struck Chen Kaiyang's sword, forcing him, who wasn't using his full strength, to retreat three steps in succession. Even his robe was slashed open.

Only after the sword qi completely dissipated did Chen Kaiyang stabilize himself, looking at the cut on his robe, and praised, "Unprecedented, absolutely unprecedented!"

Chu Nan withdrew his sword and said, "It was disrespectful of me, disciple, to have damaged Master's clothing."

Chen Kaiyang, however, didn't mind at all, instead laughed heartily, saying, "It took me five years to reach perfection, yet you achieved it in just seven days. The Cyan Mountain Sword Sect has successors, it certainly does!"

His gaze at Chu Nan was full of admiration, even a touch of awe.

Though Chu Nan was his disciple, Chen Kaiyang was thoroughly astonished by his talent. Who could imagine a Spirit Pill Realm Martial Artist could reach perfection in a top-grade Yellow-tier sword skill in just seven days?

Looking across the entire Celestial Crossing Realm, there isn't a second one like him.

Comparing himself to Chu Nan, all those years of cultivation seemed to have been practiced on a dog.

Chen Kaiyang couldn't even muster a hint of jealousy, as the gap was too vast, and he wasn't qualified to be envious even if he wanted to be.

He slowly walked up to Chu Nan, and solemnly said, "Chu Nan, this time when you go to the Cyan Profound State Capital, Master believes you will definitely astonish everyone."

"Not only the entire Qingxuan Province... No! I don't think anywhere in the Celestial Crossing Realm can one find another talent like you!"

Hearing Chen Kaiyang's words, Chu Nan modestly replied, "Master, if you say such things, it will really flatter me too much. The disciple is not yet arrogant enough to disdain all martial artists in the Celestial Crossing Realm."

Seeing Chu Nan still so humble, Chen Kaiyang smiled contentedly.

How far a martial artist can go, talent is important, but temperament is equally crucial.

Maintaining a humble attitude, always carrying a hint of awe, allows one to quickly recover even if faced with a significant setback.

Once, countless prodigies fell into decline just because of a momentary setback, eventually fading into obscurity.

But in Chu Nan, Chen Kaiyang believed as long as he didn't die, he would surely become a peerless powerhouse in the future!

Thereafter, Chen Kaiyang stayed at the peak to continue guiding Chu Nan's cultivation. Yet after another day and night, he was shocked to discover he actually had little more to teach Chu Nan.

In terms of sword skill cultivation realm and comprehension of martial intent, Chu Nan was no less than Chen Kaiyang.

Chen Kaiyang realized that besides using his cultivation to shield Chu Nan, he had no other way to help in other aspects.

What was even harder for Chen Kaiyang to accept was that at Chu Nan's cultivation speed, it might not take long until he, the master, would need Chu Nan, the disciple, to protect him.

Having taken such a prodigy as a disciple, he didn't know whether to be happy or vexed.

Thus, as Chu Nan practiced his sword, and Chen Kaiyang was feeling somewhat melancholic, three figures were rapidly flying toward the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect.

With his Yang Wheel of the seventh weight, Chen Kaiyang was the first to sense these three people, suddenly standing up, he said, "Unexpected guests have arrived!"

Hearing the sound, Chu Nan looked into the distance, following Chen Kaiyang's gaze, and asked, "Master, who are they?"

Chen Kaiyang remained silent, while the residual spirit of Kui Guang informed Chu Nan, "It's Ma Ju and Song Zhen, and they have brought a woman who looks a bit like Gu Nianxue."

At this moment, Chen Kaiyang also said, "They're from the Imperial Capital, the Ma Family!"

Chu Nan's pupils shrank, a flash of anger swept across his face as he said, "Those shameless people, they dare to come again!"

Though angry, Chu Nan also felt a tinge of worry. They were undoubtedly coming for Gu Nianxue, and certainly well-prepared.

This time, could they drive them away like the last time?

As Chu Nan was worrying, Chen Kaiyang advised Chu Nan, "Stay atop the peak and do not go down. Leave the Ma Family to Master. After all, I am the Sect Leader of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect and am qualified to speak with them."

Chu Nan nodded discreetly, but his gaze remained fixed in the direction of the mountain gate, silently gripping his Willow Branch Sword tightly.

...

At this moment, in front of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect's mountain gate.

Ma Ju and Song Zhen strode in one on the left and one on the right, flanking a charming woman dressed in white.

The woman had pale skin and a beautiful appearance, yet her eyes showed a hint of spite, displaying unabashed arrogance and disdain for everything about the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect.

After entering the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect, Ma Ju first coldly face, then heavily slammed her cane on the ground, causing the sound to resonate throughout the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect.

She then said, "Ma Sixiang from the Imperial Capital's Ma Family, here to meet the Sect Leader of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect!"

The loud noises quickly caused a commotion throughout the sect, with many disciples rushing over, curiously examining the three at the mountain gate.

Before long, Chen Kaiyang, who had already seen them coming, slowly descended from Sword Peak, leading a group of elders to greet them proactively.

A crowd of sect disciples followed closely behind, all showing expressions of unease.

Imperial Capital martial artists rarely come to small places like Green Mountain County. Usually, those who come are not friendly.

Chen Kaiyang's mind was filled with worries, as he clearly understood the purpose of their visit, making him even more apprehensive.

However, his concerns did not appear on his face, instead, he showed a smile, saying, "My small sect is unexpectedly honored by the distinguished visit of Imperial Capital martial artists, truly overwhelmed by the favor."

"The humble sect leader is not comparable to those in the Imperial Capital, but we still lay out a banquet to welcome and cleanse the dust from your journey. If there's any lack in hospitality, please forgive us."

Chen Kaiyang's attitude was impeccable, neither servile nor overbearing, and displayed composure.

Ma Ju was very satisfied with Chen Kaiyang's attitude, and arrogantly said, "I am Ma Ju, sister to the patriarch of the Imperial Capital Ma Family. This is my grandson Song Zhen, from the Imperial Capital Song Family, exceptionally talented, having reached the second weight of the Yang Wheel before the age of thirty!"

With these words, everyone was shocked, exclaiming, "Reaching the second weight of the Yang Wheel before thirty!"

"After breaking through to the Yang Wheel, each promotion in realm typically takes at least three years. Yet Song Zhen was able to quickly reach the second weight of the Yang Wheel, perhaps even the top rank on our true disciples' list cannot compare."

For a moment, all eyes focused on Song Zhen, filled with awe.

Song Zhen's reputation as a genius from the Imperial Capital had evidently made a strong impression on many disciples of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect.

Song Zhen held his chin high, fully enjoying this feeling of being admired. However, there were so many geniuses in the Imperial Capital that he rarely received such admiring looks.

He made no secret of his disdain for the disciples of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect, and said to Chen Kaiyang, "Sect Leader Chen, you surely understand the purpose of our visit to your sect."

"Do not delay, hand over Gu Nianxue."

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