Exploring Immortality Cultivation

Geng Peng was somewhat distracted as he fended off the attack of a new disciple.

This new disciple had steady mana and seemed to have been promoted to Qi Cultivation for several months, which was quite good. Even more rare was that his inherited family swordsmanship was performed well. In Geng Peng's view, the kid had quite impressive talent for sword practice.

Must have done his homework before coming here, right?

The disciple noticed Geng Peng's lack of focus and became even more ruthless, aiming each move at Geng Peng's vital points. But no matter how he changed his moves, Geng Peng was always a step ahead, pointing at the spine of his sword, disrupting his sword momentum.

Observing the disciple, Geng Peng felt a decline in his fervor. The Immortal Institute would open the second floor of the Transmitting Technique Hall in September, simply to accommodate the geniuses who were ahead of the curve. Based on past experiences, ordinary Immortal Institute Disciples would have to practice for twelve months and be promoted to mid-phase Qi Refinement before they had a glimmer of hope.

This kid is a bit too cocky, Geng Peng thought to himself.

There were still a number of talented disciples this year. There were already three disciples who had obtained Absolute Skills... No, according to Senior Brother Su, Wang Qi deliberately didn't come, so that would make four disciples of this caliber.

Wang Qi.

Thinking of this name made Geng Peng frown more deeply.

"He shows up, it means he already possesses the means to defeat you under these rules," Su Junyu had said four days earlier.

Geng Peng could not accept this outcome no matter what. But Su Junyu's cultivation was based on Bai Ze's Algorithm, and his judgment, while not completely accurate, wouldn't be wildly off either. This made Geng Peng even more uncomfortable.

Why... why did it have to be that kid…

This discomfort, mixed with the indignation that arose because of the Li Ziye incident, churned together in Geng Peng's heart, slowly fermenting.

After taking advice from Su Junyu, he had turned the trial of the Transmitting Technique Hall into the last chance to unleash his frustration on Wang Qi. These past few days, he'd been bottling up the desire to smash his fist into Wang Qi's face.

Because of this mindset, Geng Peng had been frequently distracted during recent duels.

Seeing Geng Peng like this, his current opponent was overjoyed, viewing it as a heaven-sent opportunity. The nameless new disciple stepped forward twice, aiming for Geng Peng's chest with a thrust targeted at the Central Palace.

After all, according to the rules, he only had to pierce through the Protective Magic Power to hit Geng Peng and claim victory.

Suddenly, Geng Peng's right hand stretched out and drew an incredible arc near the youth's left hand, striking the base of the youth's sword-holding hand. The youth felt the base of his hand grow hot, and the long sword slipped from his grip.

The crushing defeat made the youth bite his lower lip, silently picking up the long sword, and leaving the field without a word. Then, Geng Peng called out to him, "Don't be disheartened. Among this group of disciples, you're one of the better ones. Tell me, have you always practiced against the person who taught you swordsmanship and did that person only ever use their left hand to wield the sword?"

The youth turned around, his face filled with shock, "Senior Brother knows my father?"

Geng Peng shook his head, "Your swordsmanship has too many openings on the left side, but eight out of ten sword moves are from right to left. Your swordsmanship is unbalanced on both sides, you should practice more with the Basic Sword Technique taught at the Immortal Institute, and further train with your classmates."

The disciple was overjoyed, "Thank you for the guidance, Senior Brother Geng!"

Watching the departing figure of the disciple, Geng Peng did not forget to encourage him, "Train well. By next month, or at the latest the beginning of November, you'll get the Absolute Skill you desire."

After sending off one disciple, Geng Peng fell back into an inexplicable agitation. He sighed deeply, feeling that he indeed needed to strengthen his mental fortitude.

At that moment, a voice that had made a lasting impression on him sounded from behind, "Wow, I didn't expect you to have such a virtuous, no, such a mentor-like demeanor."

Geng Peng whirled around, only to find the annoying brat crouching behind him, grinning at him. Geng Peng felt as if his chest was set ablaze and roared, "Wang! Qi!"

Wang Qi jumped in fright, "Holy shit, why are you yelling so loudly? Are you sick? And based on our interactions so far, I'm the one who's disadvantaged and the victim, right?"

Reminded by Wang Qi, Geng Peng realized his emotions were somewhat unnatural. Su Junyu's admonishment weighed on his mind.

"A restless heart is a great taboo, both against the Wanfa Laws and the mathematical reasoning of the Great Dao."

Heart Clarity... Heart Clarity...

Geng Peng muttered to himself in shame and silently recited the Heart Clarity Spell. Once he recited the spell, the restlessness in his heart subsided, leaving behind the ignited fighting spirit!

"Are you here to challenge me, kid?"

Wang Qi stood up, dusting off his clothes, "Yep. The defeat from more than half a month ago is still fresh in my mind!"

Geng Peng managed a savage sneer, "Heh, want to get beaten up again?"

"How could that be?" Wang Qi replied, feeling that his own smile must have looked rather fake, "It's just returning the favor."

As they spoke, Wang Qi entered the arena, ready for battle.

On the other side, the few other assistants saw this and their expressions changed. An Inner Sect Disciple from Liuyun Sect, who was more soft-hearted, anxiously said, "Why is that kid so reckless? Doesn't he know that Geng Peng has always had it out for him... No, I'm going to have Geng Peng replaced."

The Liuyun Sect disciple had barely taken two steps when she stopped. Her companions, curious, asked, "What's wrong?"

She wore a strange expression: "Just now, Senior Brother Su of Wanfa Sect sent a secret message, telling me... this duel is very important for Geng Peng's cultivation, and we shouldn't interfere, if anything goes wrong he'll take responsibility."

While the assistants were talking, Wang Qi and Geng Peng had already readied themselves.

As a Foundation Establishment Assistant, Geng Peng wasn't allowed to use any Martial Arts, so he simply stood with his arms naturally at his sides. Wang Qi, on the other hand, had adopted an odd stance. Clearly empty-handed, he held his hands as if he was gripping something, crossed in front of him.

"Swordsmanship?" Geng Peng released a thread of mana around his body. Through the sensation transmitted by this thread, he could feel a Phase Wave emanated from Wang Qi's hands, coiled but not released.

Aside from the intangible nature of the Phase Wave, imbuing it with a physical form, and then using established and systematic Martial Arts was also a classic tactic.

And Wang Qi's stance was probably the starting position of some swordsmanship.

Who knew, though, that Wang Qi would show a mocking smile, "Sword? Who knows? Maybe it's a sabre, or perhaps a battle axe, or even a spear?"

"…You're bullshitting, that stance is clearly swordsmanship."

"Heh, then come and test it out." Wang Qi laughed heartily, striding towards Geng Peng.

The duel, began!

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As usual, thanks to book friend Yi Yue Huan Ge for the reward!