Ms. Diviner: The Prodigal Daughter's Return

Chapter 1073: Chapter 1073: The Contest for Mu Hanyan

In mid-air, layers of palm shadows surged like a tidal wave, with powerful qi sweeping across like a series of tornado storms.

The thunderous roar was deafening, and in the blink of an eye, the two had already exchanged nearly a hundred moves. The overwhelming palm shadows obscured any sight of the figures within, leaving only the sensation of the earth trembling.

”What terrifying strength!” It was not only the others who were shocked, but even the instructors of Long Yan Academy, including the leading Long Congyuan, were utterly stunned.

Gong Hongru was reputed to be one of the three strongest experts of Long Yan Academy, and his formidable strength went without saying. However, Long Congyuan was also a master among masters, and many believed that besides the acknowledged top three, he was the strongest in Long Yan Academy. He never thought the gap between him and the top three was significant; in fact, he himself believed so.

But today, seeing Gong Hongru fight firsthand, Long Congyuan finally realized the vast difference between them. If it was him instead of Wenren Qingqiu, he definitely wouldn’t last a hundred moves.

In comparison, the strength of Wenren Qingqiu was all the more shocking. Despite being the dean of Illusion Dragon Academy, he wasn’t renowned for his cultivation. He was most proficient in elixirs and alchemy techniques, and in many people’s minds, his strength made him barely among the top ten within the academy.

But upon witnessing the endless palm shadows, they realized they were wrong. Wenren Qingqiu could match Gong Hongru through hundreds of moves without losing ground. While his prowess might not surpass Gong Hongru’s, it was certainly not much weaker, and definitely above Long Congyuan’s.

However, what truly left them astounded was not just this.

What shocked them most was that these two experts clashed over something as trivial as Mu Hanyan — the very person all the instructors despised and refused to accept as a disciple. What exactly was going on?

Looking at Mu Hanyan’s composed figure in the field, everyone’s gaze grew complex.

Could it be that the Heart Enlightenment Sword’s assessment was different from what everyone imagined? It wasn’t about who comprehended more sword techniques with greater insight; although Mu Hanyan had understood only one technique, was there perhaps a deeper mystery in it?

Not only others couldn’t figure it out, but even all the instructors, including Long Congyuan, were perplexed. The Heart Enlightenment Sword was Long Yan Academy’s treasured artifact, and it was their first time witnessing it, so how could they understand its mysteries?

On the viewing platform of the Mu Family, the Supreme Elder and Third Elder’s faces were flushed red, as if they had been slapped hard. They were left speechless.

”I knew it, Brother Han Yan’s talent is by no means simple, it’s just that ordinary people can’t understand it.” Mu Zexian said excitedly.

”Exactly, to even dare mock Brother Han Yan, they truly have eyes but fail to see.” Mu Zeran echoed repeatedly.

The two were not specifically targeting the two elders but held grudges against those instructors. Yet their words were like resounding slaps still directed towards the elders, making them wish they could bury themselves in a hole.

”Our Mu Family is really in the limelight this time. First, Chengxuan was favored by Lord Long, and now Han Yan has been equally esteemed by Lord Gong and Lord Wenren. Once they officially enter Long Yan Academy, they’ll surely shine brightly. Our Mu Family will undoubtedly rise to new heights.” The Supreme Elder was embarrassed for a while, finally finding a fig leaf to cover up.

Although Mu Chengxuan didn’t cause as big a stir as Mu Hanyan, being noticed by Long Congyuan also meant unlimited future potential, not necessarily inferior to Mu Hanyan.

The Third Elder quickly grasped this fig leaf, agreeing, ”Indeed, Supreme Elder, with Chengxuan and Han Yan both shining brightly, it’s truly a blessing for our Mu Family.”

”The saying goes, ’A master leads the way, but cultivation depends on the individual.’ Although Chengxuan and Han Yan both have famous mentors, whether they can achieve success in cultivation still depends on their efforts. They should be reminded well afterwards.” The Great Elder remarked.

Despite his righteous words, he truly meant that while Mu Hanyan was noticed by Gong Hongru and Wenren Qingqiu, Mu Chengxuan wasn’t inferior. In the end, who was stronger wasn’t a foregone conclusion, and their factions were not necessarily weaker than Mu Beichen’s lineage.

Mu Beichen couldn’t be bothered to say more, glancing at the two with indifference, contemptuously thinking: To actually compare Mu Chengxuan and Han Yan, they really dare to flatter themselves.

He had absolute confidence in his beloved granddaughter.

”Boom!” With a loud explosion, the two figures in mid-air finally separated.

Wenren Qingqiu took several steps back before stabilizing, while Gong Hongru merely took two steps, slightly swaying before steadying. Clearly, Gong Hongru still had the upper hand.

”Wenren Qingqiu, do you have anything to say now?” Gong Hongru stood proudly, a rare smile breaking through his usually emotionless face.

”Gong Hongru, I may indeed be slightly inferior to you in strength, but this isn’t a combat match; what does it matter if you won a move? Whether Mu Hanyan wishes to become my disciple ultimately rests upon his own decision.” Wenren Qingqiu slightly smiled, glancing at Mu Hanyan, and quietly winked.

Mu Hanyan’s heart stirred; could it be that Wenren Qingqiu’s duel with Gong Hongru was not simply about taking him as a disciple, but had a deeper purpose?

”Mu Hanyan, as long as you’re willing to become my disciple, I’ll give you this Six Yang Soul Stabilizing Pill.” Just as Mu Hanyan was mulling over Wenren Qingqiu’s intentions, he saw him take out an elixir, flaunting it a bit, then provocatively glancing at Gong Hongru.

Upon these words, Long Congyuan and the other instructors’ expressions all changed.

The Six Yang Soul Stabilizing Pill was an exceptionally rare miracle pill. With it, any expert at the Sword Master Realm could be suddenly elevated a rank. If one reached the Tenth Rank Great Sword Master Realm, they could even aspire to the Sword Saint Realm, saving many Great Sword Masters from waiting endlessly for a breakthrough opportunity.

No one expected Wenren Qingqiu to offer such a rare pill just to take Mu Hanyan as a disciple.

Though outsiders might not know the miracle efficacy of the Six Yang Soul Stabilizing Pill, just by observing Long Congyuan and the others’ expressions, they could tell this pill was no ordinary item, and their gazes toward Mu Hanyan brimmed with envy.

”Hmph, a mere Six Yang Soul Stabilizing Pill, could it possibly compare to my Limitless Saint Transformation Pill? Mu Hanyan, as long as you become my disciple, this Limitless Saint Transformation Pill will be yours.” Gong Hongru, incited by Wenren Qingqiu’s challenge, took out an elixir, boasting arrogantly.

”Limitless Saint Transformation Pill, such a thing exists!” Seeing the elixir in Gong Hongru’s hand, even Long Congyuan showed a jealous expression, needless to say the other instructors.

While advancing from Great Sword Master to Sword Saint, the breakthrough opportunity is crucial, but having just the opportunity doesn’t guarantee success. Throughout the Holy Court Continent, powerful figures abound, and even among the Eight Great Families of Anyun City, those achieving the Great Sword Master Realm are numerous, yet those ascending to Sword Saint are remarkably few.