Nine Star Hegemon Body Arts

Xin Yu knew how powerful Yan Li was, but he had gained his strength too quickly and wasn’t used to it yet. Compared to Bai Shu’s combat experience, he still had a long way to go.

”Bai Shu,” Xin Yu said. ”It’s been three years since we last fought. Let’s see if you’ve improved during that time.”

Shock rippled through the crowd. The two of them had fought before? Furthermore, it sounded as if Bai Shu had lost.

Bai Shu’s expression sank. The goddess of his heart stood by the black-robed man’s side, and that defeat stung deeply. Now Xin Yu’s words even dragged out a memory he had tried to forget.

As Bai Shu swung his spear, his Sovereign flames ignited. His sharp killing intent came crashing down.

“Anyone who tries to stop me from capturing that black-robed fellow will die!”

Just then, a calm voice rang out.

“Those are some big words. Can’t we just live happily? Do people need to court death like this?”

A man in blue robes appeared in the sky. He had a scholar’s headband and carried a large scroll on his back.

“He’s...!”

Startled cries rang out from the crowd.

“The Calligraphy Sect!”

The man in blue robes had a natural scholarly presence. His refined and dignified aura made him stand out.

”Heavens! Isn’t that their top heavenly genius, Li Chenggang? He just came from the nine heavens, and as soon as he joined the Calligraphy Sect, he defeated all their other geniuses!” someone exclaimed.

“He’s from the nine heavens?”

“The Calligraphy Sect’s number one heavenly genius?”

The crowd was stunned. This person possessed such an illustrious status even amongst the four immemorial sects?

Li Chenggang’s arrival made everyone stop in their tracks. Even the violet-robed master from the Heavenly Magnificence Palace of Learning and Bai Shu were stunned.

“Brother Long, it’s been a long time. I’ve missed you,” Li Chenggang said, smiling at Long Chen.

Long Chen had never expected to encounter him here. It seemed Li Chenggang had entered the Primal Chaos World even earlier than him.

“Brother Chenggang, it seems you’ve been doing well for yourself,” Long Chen replied.

Seeing an old friend here was a pleasant surprise.

“I’m still indebted to Brother Long. Thanks to you, I obtained a huge opportunity. I have never forgotten this favor...”

He was talking about the time Long Chen helped him get a mysterious stone tablet. The tablet’s origins were extraordinary. After translating its runes, Li Chenggang gained deep insights into the Dao and advanced quickly in his cultivation.

Just then, Yan Li stepped forward emotionally and knelt.

“Savior!”

Li Chenggang quickly helped him up.

At first, he looked confused, but then he nodded in recognition. ”You’re that disciple from the Blazing Soul Gate?”

“Yes, yes! I just learned your name today. I am so ashamed!” Yan Li exclaimed emotionally. “Boss, this is the person who saved me. I didn’t think you knew each other!”

”What a coincidence!” Long Chen was genuinely surprised that Li Chenggang was Yan Li’s savior.

No wonder the Soul Refining Sect hadn’t dared to kill Yan Li. They were afraid of Li Chenggang and the powerful Calligraphy Sect backing him.

Chi Yutong and Xin Yu exchanged surprised glances. Was Long Chen really friends with the Calligraphy Sect’s new top genius?

Li Chenggang was surprised to hear Yan Li call Long Chen “Boss”, so he patted Yan Li’s shoulder.

“Boss? You really are lucky! Cherish this. In this world, anyone who can call him boss is a major figure!” Li Chenggang said.

Yan Li had guessed that Long Chen had an extraordinary background, but it seemed to be beyond his wildest imagination. Just calling him boss was enough to shock Li Chenggang.

Li Chenggang said, “Brother Long, I just met Domain Lord Wenlong and learned that you’ve arrived at the Heavenly Magnificence Divine Prefecture. I immediately came over to find you. Do you have time to visit my Calligraphy Sect for a lecture on the Dao?

“Our sect master, who is also my master, has praised you personally and insisted I invite you if the opportunity arises. We have some proud members in our sect who need to realize what it truly means to have a humble heart and that there are always higher heavens beyond the heavens.”

Chi Yutong and the others were stunned. Giving a lecture on the Dao was what had triggered all this trouble.

The number one genius of the Calligraphy Sect had invited Long Chen to discuss the Dao there, and he even claimed Long Chen would show them what it meant to have heavens beyond the heavens. What did he really mean by that?

Long Chen smiled self-deprecatingly. “When it comes to discussing the Dao, there’s no point for someone as foolish as me to try. I only know how to talk nonsense. Because of my nonsense, I was surrounded and threatened by some people. It’s a good thing you came now, or I might already be beaten black and blue.”

Li Chenggang turned to look at the violet-robe master and Bai Shu. He quickly gained a rough understanding of what had happened. He burst out laughing.

“Well, you can’t blame them. Brother Long, you’re too low-key. They have no idea who you are!”

After laughing, Li Chenggang said to Bai Shu, “You should thank me. You were nearly at the gates of hell a moment ago, and I pulled you out. I don’t care what happened or what your grievances are. Shoo. Soon, you’ll realize how wise this decision was.”

Li Chenggang was a miraculous figure in the Calligraphy Sect. Although he came from the world of the nine heavens, he dominated the sect’s younger generation. All its divine sons and daughters had to admit defeat to him.

As a result, Li Chenggang’s reputation was at its peak. Even if he stood alone, no one would dare to challenge him. But he was not alone; he was backed by the Calligraphy Sect.

“Since the Calligraphy Sect has spoken, we can set this matter aside for now,” The violet-robe master said, directly waving his hand and bringing his people away.

However, before Bai Shu left, he shot a resentful glare back at Long Chen. Clearly, he was very confident and eager to fight. But Li Chenggang’s presence made him cower. For now, he could only leave things as they were.

Once they left, Li Chenggang couldn’t help but say, “Brother Long, you’ve really been too low-key. How can you let people like them bully you?”

“Zheng Wenlong fooled me. He told me the Heavenly Magnificence Divine Prefecture was the last pure land. But after just three days here, I already feel disappointed,” Long Chen replied, shrugging.

“There are still pure lands, but they don’t cover the whole area. Brother Long, why don’t you come with me to the Calligraphy Sect for a few days? My master wishes to meet you.” Li Chenggang invited him once more.

Long Chen thought about it for a moment and replied, “Now that I’m in the Heavenly Magnificence Divine Prefecture, I want to pay my respects to the Wine God Palace and the Tea Saint Dao Temple. How about I disturb you at the Calligraphy Sect after that?”

“Hahaha, alright, that’s fine! But those two places do not welcome outsiders. Do you wish for me to use the Calligraphy Sect’s name to help you get in?” asked Li Chenggang.

Li Chenggang didn’t know what kind of connection Long Chen had with those two places. If he were just there to pay respects, he might not even get in. But if he used the Calligraphy Sect’s name, they would at least have to show him some respect.

“Many thanks for your kindness, but I have a deep connection to those two places. It shouldn’t be a problem. If there is an issue, I will definitely ask for your aid,” promised Long Chen.

Li Chenggang nodded. If that were the case, he wouldn’t force Long Chen.

“In that case, I will be looking forward to seeing you at the Calligraphy Sect!”

After cupping his fists, he exchanged courteous words with Chi Yutong and others, then took his leave.

The Dao discussion concluded here, and the annual gathering of top talents had come to an end. As the different heavenly geniuses departed, Long Chen’s name quickly circulated throughout the Heavenly Magnificence Divine Prefecture. Everyone was eager to learn who he really was.

Just then, Xin Yu held Long Chen’s hand and cleared her throat.

“Big brother Long Chen...”

Long Chen quickly pulled his hand away. Goosebumps ran up his arms, and he felt his hair stand on end.

“You’re not as good at this as Liu Piaopiao, so don’t try to imitate her. If you have something to say, just say it,” Long Chen said, looking at her with suspicion.

“You’re heading to the Wine God Palace and the Tea Saint Dao Temple, right? Can you take us with you? We also want to see more of the world.” Xin Yu laughed.

Although she and Chi Yutong were both divine daughters and had gone to the divine capital, they had never been to those two places.

It was natural for her to be curious. Both of them wanted to know what those two mysterious places were like. What secrets were they hiding from the rest of the world?

Chi Yutong didn’t say anything, but her eyes showed that she also wanted to visit those two places.

“I think that shouldn’t be a problem,” said Long Chen.

Chi Yutong and Xin Yu held hands in excitement. Chi Yutong was a bit more reserved, but Xin Yu looked like she would start dancing at any moment.

The Spirit Heart Sect’s disciples kept their distance. Their divine daughter didn’t behave properly, and since they couldn’t get her to behave, they just pretended not to notice.

Just then, a pitiful figure walked over, squeezing out a small, embarrassed smile.

“Brother Long, I ask for your forgiveness. I never should have offended you. Can we let bygones be bygones?”

It was Zhang Gonggong. Although his face had mostly healed, a faint handprint remained there—Long Chen’s law power was not easy to erase.

Zhang Gonggong smiled at Long Chen, which surprised him. Chi Yutong frowned a little. She disliked Zhang Gonggong, but their two factions had a good relationship.

With a gentle smile, Long Chen replied, “It was simply a misunderstanding. It’s resolved. What happened before stays in the past.”

Zhang Gonggong was clearly afraid now. He had acted foolishly before, but he understood the situation. Seeing Li Chenggang’s respect for Long Chen had finally made him give up.

Before things got worse, he quickly apologized. Even if they couldn’t be friends, at least they didn’t have to be enemies.

“Senior Long Chen, if you ever need anything, just say the word!” Zhang Gonggong exclaimed, thumping his chest.

“What a coincidence, it just so happens that I do need your help with something. Help me pass a message to the Soul Refining Sect. Tomorrow at noon, someone will settle the blood debt they owe,” said Long Chen.

Yan Li clenched his fists, and sharp killing intent blazed in his eyes.