Immortal Sword Master

Chapter 463: Chapter 459: Meeting Chu Xiu’Er Again

Meteor Island.

Spanning hundreds of miles, this was the largest island in the Meteor Sea Region. Towering mountains and grand palaces rose from the ground, a magnificent and imposing sight.

The island had a history stretching back tens of thousands of years. But what truly made it the most famous place in the Meteor Sea Region was, naturally, the colossal Meteor Fragment at its center.

This Meteor Fragment was like a giant mountain, thousands of feet tall, soaring into the sky.

At this moment, figures were converging on Meteor Island. Most were young people, but there was certainly no shortage of Martial Artists who had come to watch the excitement.

”The Meteor Festival, held once every five years. It’s truly something to look forward to.”

”I wonder who will take the top spot this time and become number one of their generation?”

”Whoever wins first place and absorbs the Power of Stars from the Meteor Fragment will surely see a huge leap in strength. They should be qualified to contend with the Top Level prodigies of the entire East Sea then, right?”

The crowd buzzed with discussion. They had all come for this Power of Stars.

The one who controlled this Meteor Fragment was the Meteor King. However, for someone of the Meteor King’s strength, this Power of Stars was no longer of much use.

Thus, the Meteor Festival was created, using the Power of Stars as a prize to reward the outstanding talents of the younger generation.

This also served to cultivate exceptional geniuses for the Meteor Sea Region, ensuring it wouldn’t be at a disadvantage in the East Sea.

”This generation in the Meteor Sea Region is full of budding geniuses, but in my opinion, the one most likely to win first place is still Meng Zihao.”

Meng Zihao.

The moment this name was spoken, the crowd fell silent.

The Meteor King’s adopted son was exceptionally talented and was already showing the momentum to become the number one expert of the younger generation.

”You can’t be so sure. I think Hua Feiyu of the Hua Family and Fan Hailong of the Fan Family are also strong contenders for the top spot. They can’t be underestimated.”

”I hope we get to see a spectacular battle this time.”

The people continued their discussions as they hurried toward the Meteor Fragment.

’It really is a Meteor Fragment. I can feel the fluctuations of the Power of Stars.’

Within the crowd, Ning Jiang’s figure had also appeared.

He gazed at the Meteor Fragment before him, a number of thoughts bubbling up. ’I wonder how much Power of Stars it contains?’

”Brother Ning.”

Suddenly, a delighted voice rang out beside him.

Ning Jiang looked over and saw a petite figure bouncing toward him, her two ponytails bobbing with youthful energy.

It was Chu Xiu’Er!

”Well, it seems we’re fated to meet. Here we are again.”

Ning Jiang smiled faintly and ruffled the little girl’s hair.

Seeing Ning Jiang, Chu Xiu’Er was clearly overjoyed, her big eyes filled with unconcealable delight.

”Yes, yes! We really are fated to meet, Brother Ning,” Chu Xiu’Er said, nodding her little head vigorously.

”What are you doing here?” Ning Jiang asked.

”Brother Ning, we were captured and brought here by a big villain! That person is—”

”Xiu’Er, stop.”

A voice cut Chu Xiu’Er off as Chu Qingqing walked over. Beside her was a portly middle-aged man, none other than the Chu Family Patriarch, Chu Hong.

Chu Hong said, ”Don’t speak such nonsense next time. If that young master hears you, I’m afraid he’ll take his anger out on us.”

The three of them—father and daughters—had been captured by Meng Tianyu and brought to Meteor Island three days ago.

However, Meng Tianyu had given them their freedom, allowing them to move about Meteor Island as they pleased. With his background, he had no fear that they would dare to escape.

”Xiu’Er, is this the person you said saved you?”

Chu Hong looked at Ning Jiang, his brow furrowing slightly. Ning Jiang’s aura was far too ordinary, completely different from the likes of Hua Feiyu whom he had sensed before.

The feeling Hua Feiyu gave him was one of clear, distinct power.

”Dad, it was Brother Ning who saved us,” Chu Xiu’Er said quickly.

”You silly child, stop talking nonsense,” Chu Hong said, shaking his head, clearly unconvinced.

Hearing this, Chu Xiu’Er’s face flushed red with anger. Amused, Ning Jiang stopped her and said calmly, ”Alright, it’s a rare, fated meeting. Let’s not talk about these things.”

”Okay, Brother Ning. I’ll listen to you.”

Chu Xiu’Er pursed her red lips, looking a little aggrieved, but she still listened to Ning Jiang. This sight, however, caused a cold glint to appear in Chu Qingqing’s eyes.

”Brother Ning, let’s walk around together, okay? Meteor Island is so big, and this is my first time here.”

Chu Xiu’Er said, tugging on Ning Jiang’s sleeve.

Seeing the look of anticipation on the little girl’s face, Ning Jiang didn’t have the heart to refuse. He nodded. ”Alright, alright. I’ll walk with you.”

”Brother Ning is the best!”

Chu Xiu’Er was beaming, her big eyes curving into crescents as she smiled.

Standing to the side, Chu Qingqing frowned slightly but ultimately said nothing.

For the past few days, Chu Xiu’Er had been giving her the cold shoulder, and their sisterly relationship had reached a freezing point. If she opposed Chu Xiu’Er now, their bond would likely shatter completely.

That was something Chu Qingqing did not want to see.

And so, the group began to wander around Meteor Island together.

The environment on Meteor Island was exceptionally beautiful, with green mountains, clear waters, and gurgling Spiritual Springs that refreshed the mind and spirit.

By Ning Jiang’s side, Chu Xiu’Er reverted to her usual lively self, chattering away nonstop. She would curiously run over to look whenever she saw something new and interesting.

”Brother Ning, look! The top of that Meteor Fragment is where the Meteor Festival will be held. All the geniuses of the Meteor Sea Region will gather there to compete for first place.”

Ning Jiang looked up.

He saw that the Meteor Fragment was absolutely massive, piercing the clouds at a height of over thirty thousand feet.

This reminded him of Kunwu Mountain in the Six Eastern Provinces. He had once fought the Sword King Body, Ling Tianxu, on that very mountain, ultimately using the power of his Sun and Moon Divine Eye to completely obliterate Ling Tianxu’s physical body.

’How similar is this Meteor Festival in the Meteor Sea Region to the scene back on Kunwu Mountain?’

’No matter where you go, the younger generation can’t avoid competing to be number one,’ Ning Jiang mused. ’But it’s precisely this kind of competition that fosters progress among peers.’

Beside him, Chu Qingqing said flatly, ”Right now in the Meteor Sea Region, Meng Zihao is at the top. If we’re talking about first place, he has the best chance. To beat him... I think only a Sword King Body from the Six Eastern Provinces would have a shot.”

Chu Xiu’Er said with a look of yearning and envy, ”A Sword King Body? A born King. It would be so great if I could be as strong as him!”

”Sword King Body Ling Tianxu? Aside from his physique, he’s nothing special. Just a man I already crushed. Why would you envy him, Xiu’Er?” Ning Jiang said, shaking his head.

’So arrogant and conceited.’

A look of displeasure crossed Chu Qingqing’s face. This was the second time she had heard Ning Jiang dismiss Ling Tianxu. Having been defeated by Ling Tianxu with a single sword strike back then, she could hardly accept such words from Ning Jiang.

”Alright, Xiu’Er, we should go.”

Chu Hong had also grown displeased with Ning Jiang. He took Chu Xiu’Er by the arm and started to leave.

”Xiu’Er, if you run into any trouble on Meteor Island, you can come find me. I’ll help you.”