NOVEL NEXT Chapter 13: The Tree Wants to Be Still, But the Wind Won't Stop
Chapter 13: The Tree Wants to Be Still, But the Wind Won’t Stop
All day long, Lin Fengmian was on high alert, unable to concentrate on his cultivation.
But then he thought, Xia Yunxi had been under house arrest for some time now, and he hadn’t gotten into any trouble.
Didn’t that mean that she hadn’t implicated him?
Otherwise, the Joyful Union Sect would have dealt with him long ago. Realizing this, he felt a bit more at ease.
The next day, Lin Fengmian composed himself and stepped out of the door, heading towards the Green Leek Peak training grounds.
In order to make those leeks feel safe and satisfied, the Joyful Union Sect had not only set up a library, but also a training ground and a mission hall, all of which were quite convincing.
This was probably to make the “leeks” feel comfortable with their cultivation and physical training, so that when it came time to harvest them, it would be more satisfying.
After all, people let chickens run around before slaughtering them because it makes the meat firmer and tastier.
This was the first time Lin Fengmian entered the training grounds. He saw that there were already many aspiring “leeks” there.
In this regard, these “leeks” were quite hardworking.
Lin Fengmian walked around and found only wooden weapons such as clubs and wooden swords, not even a single edged blade.
He searched through the rows of racks for a wooden sword with a scabbard, but found it quite difficult.
Wooden swords were not sharp to begin with, so why would they have scabbards?
He felt quite frustrated when he realized that he would have to get a wooden sword and make a wooden scabbard himself.
“Isn’t that Senior Brother Lin? Why do you have time to visit the training grounds today?” A familiar voice called out.
Lin Fengmian looked over to see Xie Gui and two others approaching, their expressions not very friendly.
“I was just taking a walk.”
He was about to leave, but was stopped by Xie Gui, who said with a fake smile, ” I have heard that Senior Brother is highly skilled. I’d like to ask for your guidance.”
Lin Fengmian looked at him, his gaze becoming somewhat dark. He had always kept a low profile, but Xie Gui was clearly trying to force him into the spotlight.
“Senior Brother Xie, you’re joking. I’m not skilled enough to guide someone at the sixth level of Qi Condensation like you.”
Although Xie Gui had joined later than Lin Fengmian, he had been to Crimson Phoenix Peak a few times and had reached the sixth level of Qi condensation, which was not bad.
However, Xie Gui was relentless. He looked around and said loudly, “Everyone, take a look. This is Senior Brother Lin Fengmian, a veteran of Green Leek Peak.”
“Senior Brother Lin has been here for three years, and although he hasn’t joined the inner sect yet, he’s been favored by many senior sisters. He certainly has some extraordinary abilities. Why don’t we see them today and broaden our horizons?”
The crowd burst into laughter, gazing at Lin Fengmian with meaningful glances, and many began to cheer.
“Senior Brother Lin, why don’t you show us your special skills?”
“Exactly, let us broaden our horizons!”
“Three years and still at the fifth level of Qi Condensation, could it be that he doesn’t have the ability at all?”
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Various teasing or curious glances focused on him, sizing him up from head to toe.
After learning the secret of the Joyful Union Sect, Lin Fengmian had always kept a low profile, but now he was standing in the spotlight for the first time.
Lin Fengmian couldn’t help but feel angry.
Xie Gui’s intention was simple: he wanted more people to realize Lin Fengmian’s peculiarity and alienate him.
He wanted to make it impossible for Lin Fengmian to remain inconspicuous as before, hoping to attract the attention of Crimson Phoenix Peak and have Lin Fengmian eliminated.
After all, Lin Fengmian’s long stay at Green Leek Peak was a major weakness. No one had noticed it before, but once it became known, the Joyful Union Sect would surely take action.
Lin Fengmian suppressed his anger and tried to walk away, but Xie Gui blocked his path with an arrogant attitude.
“Senior Brother Xie, are you really going to do this?”
Xie Gui sneered coldly, “Senior Brother, today you either show us your skills or spar with me.”
He suddenly smiled and pointed at the ground, “Or you can kneel down and beg me, and I’ll let you go.”
Lin Fengmian looked at Xie Gui coldly, knowing that he wanted to save his face after his previous humiliation.
He was furious, I didn’t force you to kneel, you did it yourself, and now you’re causing trouble.
Do you think I’m an easy target?
He was already in a bad mood because of Xia Yunxi’s situation, and this fool was getting on his nerves.
However, Xie Gui’s goal had been achieved. With this disruption, Lin Fengmian’s existence would certainly attract more attention.
It would be difficult for him to lead a low-key life from now on.
“I choose the fourth option,” Lin Fengmian said coldly.
“Which one?” Xie Gui asked with interest.
“Knock you down and walk over you!” Lin Fengmian said word by word.
Xie Gui couldn’t help but laugh, showing slightly yellowed teeth, “Welcome!”
“As you wish!”
Lin Fengmian said, clenching his fist and suddenly punching at Xie Gui’s contemptuous smile.
Xie Gui hadn’t expected him to attack immediately and was sent flying by the punch, landing in a disoriented heap.
He cursed, “You sneak attack!”
“Do I need to tell you before I hit you? Do you think I’m your father?”
Lin Fengmian, who was born into a wealthy family, had no sense of martial ethics. He kicked hard on the ground, jumped up, and landed heavily on Xie Gui.
Xie Gui panicked and rolled on the ground, then quickly stood up and retreated.
He picked up a long staff thrown by a nearby disciple and swung it, trying to push Lin Fengmian back.
Lin Fengmian took the hit, grabbed the staff, and pulled Xie Gui towards him with a sudden burst of power, then gave him a sharp shoulder thrust upwards.
Xie Gui was hit right in the chest, unable to catch his breath, staggered back a few steps, and was knocked down again by Lin Fengmian’s punch.
Lin Fengmian knelt on top of him, twisted his arms behind his back, and pinned him down.
“Junior Brother Xie, didn’t anyone teach you to respect the elders and take care of the young?”
Xie Gui protested, “You are despicable! What kind of cultivator are you? Let’s do it again if you have the guts.”
His plan to force Lin Fengmian to reveal his powerful abilities had backfired.
Instead, Lin Fengmian had no refined moves, just street fighting.
The worst part was that he couldn’t win, he completely fell into Lin Fengmian’s rhythm and forgot all his techniques.
Lin Fengmian sneered, “You care about that? If you’re not convinced, I’ll beat you until you are.”
He rained punch after punch down on Xie Gui’s head, making loud thumps on the ground, and Xie Gui screamed in pain.
The two men Xie Gui had brought with him wanted to help, but Lin Fengmian looked up.
“You want to die too?”
His handsome face now looked ferocious, and his fierce eyes scared them back a few steps.
Lin Fengmian chuckled coldly and continued to vent his anger, beating Xie Gui until he could barely breathe.
After a while, he leisurely stood up and stepped on the unconscious Xie Gui, coldly saying, “No one wants to stop me, right?”
The crowd of disciples quickly backed away, shaking their heads.
“Pfft, a bunch of spineless cowards forcing me to beat you!”
Lin Fengmian picked up a wooden sword and left the training grounds, muttering curses but feeling no joy.
Although he had made a big splash this time, it seemed that there would be no more peaceful days ahead.
The tree wants to be still, but the wind won’t stop!
However, beating that insolent guy had lifted his mood a bit.