I Can See Through All Things Information

Chapter 395: Chapter 271: Heavenly Ascension Ladder, Central State Ten Outstanding_2

“Overthinking can harm oneself; it’s very easy to wear down your body.”

The elder doctor comforted her.

“Indeed,” Lu Qing nodded and added, “As long as you don’t stray too far from us, it’s better to take the initiative to attack than to hide here. Perhaps we can find a way to avert the calamity.”

Upon hearing this, Hu Zezhi felt it made sense.

She knew nothing of her own calamity; instead of living in constant fear, she might as well enjoy the journey with Mr. Lu and the others.

Even if her fate was inescapable in the end, it would not be in vain to have come to the Holy Mountain.

So, she nodded lightly, “I’ll listen to Elder Chen’s advice.”

Immediately, under Lin Zhirui’s lead, they headed towards the north side of the city.

Since the Holy City was built against the Holy Mountain, the north side of the city was based at the foot of the mountain.

“So many people!”

When Lu Qing and the others arrived at the location, they were all shocked by the crowd gathered at the base of the mountain.

There, on the flat ground at the foot of the mountain, thousands upon thousands of people were gathered.

More importantly, these people had strong Qi-Blood, and almost all were true martial artists with substantial cultivation.

Such a scene stunned not only Wei Zian and his companions.

Even Lu Qing, upon seeing so many martial artists together and feeling the pervasive and robust Qi-Blood, was somewhat shaken.

“Is that the legendary Heavenly Ladder?”

Lu Qing saw in front of him, on the mountain wall, a huge white jade-like staircase that resembled a Jiao dragon, twisting and winding upward towards the top of the Holy Mountain, disappearing into the clouds around the waist of the mountain, with no end in sight.

Each stair was about one meter high and very wide, allowing dozens of people to stand on it simultaneously.

This spectacle was breathtaking for Lu Qing and his companions.

Lin Zhirui was about to answer when suddenly, a torrent of exclamations burst out in front.

“Someone is about to climb the Heavenly Ladder!”

Lu Qing and the others immediately looked forward to see a white figure leap high, eventually landing lightly on the white jade staircase.

In one move, he had ascended more than a dozen steps.

He was a handsome young man in white clothes, holding a White Jade Fan.

“Good, truly deserving of being one of the Central State Ten Outstanding, Bai Shaohua’s first step has already crossed thirteen steps, truly extraordinary!”

Immediately, someone in the crowd shouted praise.

“Is it him?”

At this moment, Lin Zhirui let out a light yelp.

“Mr. Zhirui, do you know this person?” Wei Zian asked curiously.

“Of course, I recognize him; he’s quite famous in Central State.

His name is Bai Bufan; he is the True Disciple of the Heavenly Origin Sect, with a martial arts cultivation that is quite astonishing.

It is said that he has refined his Divine Soul Power and is only a hairbreadth away from the Innate Realm.

Among the many talented youths in Central State, he is very well-known.

He once confronted a master at the Initial Innate Realm with his Green Jade Sword Technique and held his ground for ten moves, making quite a name for himself in Central State.

Additionally, his charming and dashing appearance has made him very popular among numerous female disciples, earning him a spot as one of the Central State Ten Outstanding,” Lin Zhirui talked fluently, detailing the identity and background of the young man in white.

However, upon hearing this information, Ma Gu and the others wore strange expressions.

Especially Wei Zian, who scratched his head.

Central State Ten Outstanding, able to withstand ten moves from the Innate Realm without losing ground, just this?

He remembered the scene when he first saw Lu Qing, the doctor sparring with his family’s ancestors.

Later, he heard from the elder that if it came to a life-or-death fight, he wasn’t sure he would win against Dr. Lu Qing.

Not to mention, Dr. Lu Qing also knew the mysterious and unfathomable Cultivation Method.

Thinking of this, Wei Zian felt that these so-called Central State Ten Outstanding were just so-so.

Compared with Dr. Lu Qing, they were far inferior, not worth mentioning at all.

Of course, Wei Zian would not voice these thoughts.

But Lin Zhirui, a man of great insight, felt the odd mood of Wei Zian and his companions after he finished introducing Bai Bufan.

Fortunately, at this moment, another round of cheering came from ahead.

It turned out that another figure had leaped from the crowd, landing on the white jade staircase, right beside Bai Bufan.

It was a young man dressed in brocade.

“It’s Situ Jin!”

“There’s going to be a good show now!”

“Are those two going to fight up there?”

“They shouldn’t, right? Who would dare to fight on Holy Mountain?”

“It’d be great if they did fight, we’d get to see who’s stronger!”

Immediately, someone in the crowd recognized the person’s identity.

And there were also those who took pleasure in the misfortune of others, eager to watch the excitement.

Lu Qing and the others looked again at Lin Zhirui.

Lin Zhirui laughed lightly, “This one is a True Disciple from Heavenly Origin Sect, Situ Jin, and like Bai Bufan, he is also one of the Central State Ten Outstanding.

And it is rumored that these two have always been at odds, constantly competing against each other, neither willing to concede to the other.”

“Mr. Zhi Rui, I keep hearing you mention this Central State Ten Outstanding, what exactly does this title mean, and who is responsible for this ranking?” Ma Gu asked involuntarily.

“The so-called Central State Ten Outstanding is a ranking made by some meddlers, listing some of the most famous and powerful young talents of Central State together in one title.

Similar rankings include the likes of the ‘Ten Great Beauties,’ ‘Ten Great Swordsmen,’ ‘Ten Great Assassins,’ and so on.

These are all rankings done by meddlers, not necessarily accurate, but those who are listed among them are definitely extraordinary,” Lin Zhirui explained.

Lu Qing found this a bit strange in his heart.

However, he also understood.

Martial Artists, who undergo arduous Cultivation, seek fame and fortune.

It’s not surprising that such rankings are created.

Just like the Tianji Building, didn’t it also come up with something like the Hidden Dragon List?

“There is a list of Ten Great Beauties? Those who can make it onto that list must be incredibly beautiful.”

Unlike the others, Hu Zezhi’s point of interest was something else.

“Those who make it onto the beauty list are indeed considered top-notch beauties in the world.

Some with a smile can bring forth a hundred charms, making one merely seeing them once intoxicated in heart and spirit.

Others are cold as frost, yet simply with their appearance, they cleanse one’s heart and deter impure thoughts.

And there are those who, with just a glance, can make a person lose their Divine Soul and willingly bow down under their hem, happy to become a servant, truly formidable,” Lin Zhirui sighed.

Wei Zian and the others were filled with longing, struggling to imagine what kind of beautiful women they must be to possess such charm that a single glance could make one willingly become a servant.

“Seeing Mr. Zhi Rui like this, you must have seen the beauties on the beauty list,” Lu Qing teased, noticing the fleeting look of melancholy in Lin Zhirui’s eyes.

“Lu Qing, young friend, you jest. Let’s continue watching, Bai Bufan and Situ Jin are not usually on good terms.

This time, both ascending the Heavenly Ladder, I’m afraid there will be a fierce dragon and tiger battle,” Lin Zhirui said, without admitting, and smiled lightly.

Lu Qing smiled slightly and didn’t tease any further, looking forward.

Meanwhile, the two figures on the white jade steps were also engaging in a battle of wits.

“Mr. Situ, I didn’t expect you to also take interest in ascending this Heavenly Ladder,” Bai Bufan, clad in white, gently waved his White Jade Fan and spoke aloud.

This carefree demeanor immediately drew more screams from the females below.

Hearing those screams, a flash of disgust crossed Situ Jin’s eyes.

However, he quickly suppressed it and also revealed a smile, “It just so happens. I also wanted to come here to climb and test my own Cultivation.

I didn’t expect Brother Bai to take the lead and ascend before me.

Since that’s the case, Brother Bai, seeing as we have this rare opportunity today, why don’t we have a competition to see who can climb higher?”

“Oh, you want to compete with me?” Bai Bufan’s gaze flickered.

“Indeed, you and I are both known as part of the Central State Ten Outstanding, though it’s just an empty title, people still love to compare us.

Comparing again and again, I’ve grown tired of it too.

Why not take this opportunity today for a real competition.

Let’s see who can ascend higher on this Heavenly Ladder.

Then it will be clear who’s stronger and who’s weaker.”

“It seems, Mr. Situ, you’re quite confident,” Bai Bufan said, his smile unchanged.

“What, Brother Bai, do you dare not?” Situ Jin said sarcastically.

“There’s nothing I dare not!” Bai Bufan closed his White Jade Fan and his smile faded, “Fine, I’ll compete with you this once!”