Chapter 120: About to Lose Face!
In the early morning, Ji You opened his eyes from the bed. At this time, the dawn had gradually penetrated the window, shining on the ground.
At this moment, he reined in his Aura, and the Sword Qi lingering around him gradually dissipated.
Then he washed up, pushed open the door, and Ding Yao was already waiting in the courtyard.
Ding Yao still had that indifferent expression. Seeing that he was ready, she stepped out, leading him towards Xuanjian Peak. As they reached the covered bridge, they saw a large crowd already gathered at Wangjian Platform.
Today was the final battle of Tianshu Academy's visit to Asked the Dao Sect, with You Buyu facing Zhuang You of Tianjian Peak. It was a best-of-three series, just like yesterday.
“You already know the location of the Sword Forest. Go by yourself today, I want to stay and watch the battle.”
Halfway across the covered bridge, Ding Yao suddenly spoke.
She was not Zhuo Wanqiu, who could wait on the mountain for half a day. Her seemingly docile behavior in the courtyard was because of Master Jian.
Why would she need to be like that in front of him?
Ji You didn't force her to go up the mountain with him, so he just nodded lightly and walked along the mountain path towards the peak.
Swordsmanship was something one cultivated alone. Even if Ding Yao followed, she would only stay outside the forest, which would be of no use.
Ji You usually didn't use maids, but Yan Shuyi insisted on someone following him. Could it be that she was afraid he would look at the large-chested female Sword Cultivators of Asked the Dao Sect?
At this moment, all the Disciples of Tianshu Academy had arrived at Wangjian Platform. A few people saw Ji You's solitary figure ascending the mountain, his white robes fluttering in the early morning light, and knew that he was going to the Sword Forest again today.
“At a time like this, he's still going to the Sword Forest?”
“Let him go. A private cultivator from the countryside is, after all, freer. Unlike us Worldly Family children, he only cares about himself and doesn't care about the glory of Tianshu Academy.”
“If he loves the Dao of the Sword so much, why doesn't he join Asked the Dao Sect?”
“If he passes the first level of the bamboo forest with sixteen swords, Asked the Dao Sect would have to accept him—”
“I heard Senior Brother You say the day before yesterday that this Ji You disobeys orders and acts recklessly. After returning to the Academy, he will petition the Hall Master to expel him—”
“Then wouldn't he become a private cultivator from the countryside again?”
Amidst the discussions, You Buyu, who had already arrived, pressed his knees: “Even if I win this match, it will only be a draw with Asked the Dao Sect. Call Ji You down for me, don't go and make a fool of yourself!”
Two victories would naturally allow them to show off, and it wouldn't matter if a Disciple lost face, but if it was one win and one loss, they needed to be more low-key.
Wang Yue and Fang Linchao naturally understood this principle and knew that no further complications could be allowed at this moment. So, they sent the previous Fang Qing to Tianjian Peak.
Then You Buyu stood up and stepped onto Wangjian Platform with a solemn expression.
After He Lingxiu lost yesterday, he was indeed briefly flustered, but now his confidence had returned.
He felt that Zhuang You should not be as good as him, otherwise, no one would have suddenly attacked him that night down the mountain.
So, as soon as this direct Disciple of Jixiang Hall stepped onto the stage, the Aura around him instantly burst forth.
At the same time, roaring Mystic Light continuously enveloped him, his body resembling continuous thunder, with Qi waves surging, like He Lingxiu yesterday, accompanied by various techniques.
At the same time, another man walked towards him, dressed in black, not yet thirty, with flowing hair,
his eyes as sharp as a sword. He was Zhuang You, the direct Disciple of Tianjian Peak.
He stood on the stage, looking at You Buyu, with only a clear and elegant Sword Intent continuously swirling around him.
You Buyu's brows furrowed slightly, feeling that this person seemed somewhat familiar, as if it wasn't the first time he had met him.
However, with the battle imminent, he didn't think much further. Then, he held his sword and clasped his hands on the stage, and a Battle Intent surged within him.
“Make your move.”
“Please.”
Before the replies could fall, they were instantly covered by a strong sword hum.
The next moment, the two instantly turned into afterimages and collided. Sparks flew as their iron swords clashed. Zhuang You's Sword Intent was extremely cold and clear, pressing down, it was a series of rolling waves, Sword Qi soaring into the sky.
This was the Dao of the Sword of Asked the Dao Sect, exactly like what Yan Shujing used yesterday, incomparably sharp, striking directly with the sword, Killing Intent overflowing.
You Buyu's pupils suddenly constricted, and he immediately brought various techniques to encircle his sword. Mystic Light continuously bloomed within the surging Battle Intent.
Amidst the dazzling display, the high platform was a scene of fierce combat.
Even a blink of an eye would miss several intense clashes.
You Buyu's Aura was profound, and the pure Battle Intent he displayed seemed to overpower his opponent, so much so that even those watching from afar could feel it.
Rongdao Realm, the second Realm of the Upper Five Realms, was already considered an extraordinary master.
But at this moment, a sword light soared to the sky, You Buyu's surrounding wind dance was swiftly cut open, and a long sword instantly pressed close.
With a puff, like heavenly light falling, the four directions trembled.
A mighty force, accompanied by thunder, suddenly struck down. You Buyu's sword at this moment suddenly slashed at extreme speed.
“This sword technique—”
“It's not a sword technique, it's a spell, belonging to the Dao of Thunder. When infused into a sword, it can possess immense Killing Intent.”
Wen Zhengxin and Ban Yangshu and others also closely watched the battle on the stage, their brows sometimes furrowing, sometimes relaxing.
And the Son of the Demon Emperor on the high platform finally showed some interest. At this moment, he also leaned down to watch, but his gaze was always fixed on Zhuang You.
With a bang, the two who were fighting together separated for the first time.
And as they separated, everyone suddenly felt a ray of light obscure their eyes, and then they saw You Buyu stepping back two steps, a bloodstain appearing directly on his arm.
Seeing this scene, everyone on the stage instantly held their breath, and You Buyu also gritted his teeth.
Tianshu Academy's various techniques could gather wind into a shield, which was a basic protective technique. He knew that the opponent's sword was extremely fast, but he still underestimated its sharpness.
You Buyu took a deep breath, Mystic Light radiated from his body, and he suddenly swung his sword, his Qi force like a collapsing mountain, light and mist scattering in all directions.
“It seems this will be a tough battle—”
Ban Yangshu couldn't help but murmur, frowning as he looked at Zhuang You, who remained expressionless.
Although he had been stabbed once, he didn't think You Buyu would lose.
Because this was the first battle, both would hold back, and their killing moves had not yet been unleashed.
Judging from the comparison just now, the combat power of the two was actually not much different. After this initial clash, it was very likely to be a prolonged bitter battle, which meant a longer period of intense fighting.
At the same time, the surging Qi force and fierce sword light in the arena continuously intertwined.
Although You Buyu had many distracting thoughts, his Realm was not false. The techniques he displayed at this moment surpassed He Lingxiu's, his methods fierce, subtly suppressing his opponent.
And Zhuang You dodged repeatedly, his long sword's offensive being interrupted multiple times.
Ding Yao couldn't help but clench the corner of her skirt, watching with extreme focus, seemingly forgetting the passage of time, until she felt her eyes ache and blinked.
However, before her eyes could rest, her gaze was suddenly drawn by a strong sword light.
After dodging several times, Zhuang You on Wangjian Platform suddenly raised his sword, and a powerful sword light fiercely slashed out, carrying a violent surge of malevolence.
It was this one sword that caused countless people to exclaim in awe.
You Buyu's wind force, which had originally bound his sword like a vortex, seemed to instantly become ineffective at this moment,
and he was directly sent flying, blood splattering from his shoulder as he heavily fell outside the arena.
A muffled groan sounded, and at this moment, the face of this direct Disciple of the Hall Master was filled with disbelief.
He was You Buyu, born proud and exceptionally talented.
Even though He Lingxiu had lost the first match, his confidence in winning had not diminished much.
That's right, he had thought it would be a difficult, bitter battle, and victory would not be easy, but he had never thought he would be sent flying by a single sword.
If Zhuang You was so strong, then why would Asked the Dao Sect send a Yingtian Realm Elder to attack him at night? It made no sense!
But at this moment, Ding Yao couldn't help but raise a mocking smile, thinking to herself that Tianshu Academy this time, was probably really going to lose all face.
Ah, no, my eyes still hurt.
Rubbing her eyes, she looked into the distance and suddenly saw two people coming down the mountain.
Walking in front was a Disciple of Tianjian Peak, seemingly named Huang Hui, his steps down the mountain somewhat hurried,
and he seemed to be coming from the direction of the Sword Forest.
She observed for a moment and then saw the Disciple approach, standing by Elder Yan Ye of Tianjian Peak and muttering something.
Then Yan Ye's brows furrowed, and after a moment of thought, he waved his hand, not paying much attention, and let the Disciple return up the mountain.
The other person was a Disciple of Tianshu Academy. He had bypassed the covered bridge to return to Wangjian Platform. At this moment, seeing the bloodstains on You Buyu's collar, he was somewhat puzzled, not knowing whether he had won or lost just now, and dared not ask.
“Where's Ji You?”
“Reporting, Senior Brother, I couldn't find him.”
“Twice now, you can't even find one person. What's the difference between you and trash?!”
The answer, identical to yesterday's, infuriated You Buyu. He had lost a match, and at this moment, his heart was burning with anxiety, and his temper was monstrous.
Let alone Ji You, even his personal lackey, Wang Yue, would probably be cursed to hell if he didn't please him.
“Wang Yue, you go. If he doesn't come back, break his legs and bring him back!”
“Yes.”
Seeing Wang Yue quickly leave, Wen Zhengxin and Pei Ruyi exchanged glances, then both stood up,
and headed towards Tianjian Peak.
They were about to lose face—
At this moment, only this thought was in their minds.
In fact, after reaching the Rongdao Realm, Tianshu Academy's various techniques were not weak.
Whether it was the Heavenly Dao Conference or the Immortal Roaming Conference in the past, although they were sparring matches, Tianshu Academy had never looked so bad in battles of the same Realm.
Could it be that Asked the Dao Sect's Dao of the Sword was truly so profound? Could it truly be unrivaled in the same Realm?
The two of them couldn't think that much at this moment; their only thought was to call Ji You down the mountain first.
Because if You Buyu still lost afterward, Tianshu Academy would have no face to stay on the mountain and would definitely turn around and leave.
At that time, if their Junior Brother didn't know and was left on the mountain, it would be even more dangerous.
Even if he wasn't left on the mountain, if he didn't return with the team and was still messing around in someone else's Sword Forest, he would definitely be held accountable upon returning to Tianshu Academy.
Meanwhile, Ding Yao, who had previously stood beside Wangjian Platform, also went up the mountain.
However, she wasn't worried about Ji You being unable to come down the mountain after Tianshu Academy lost, as her heart was still with Asked the Dao Sect.
Master Jian's favoritism was too strong; her eyes were almost only on him. So, if he died on the mountain, Master Jian's hope would probably be severed. Why not?
The reason she went up the mountain at this moment was because she saw the Disciple named Huang Hui return again.
This time, he still went to Elder Yan Ye and whispered something. Then Elder Yan Ye's brows furrowed deeply, he glanced at the arena, and then followed him up the mountain, his steps also equally hurried.
Seeing this scene, Ding Yao found it very strange.
In this Asked the Dao competition, Yan Ye represented Tianjian Peak to oversee the event. If she left yesterday, she left because yesterday's battle was with the Second Young Miss of Xuanjian Peak.
But today's battle was with their direct Disciple of Tianjian Peak. How could she leave in the middle of it?
(The update break here is truly unforgivable—)