Chapter 9, Confrontation

Upon meeting him, even the proud Liu Yang restrained some of his arrogance. The person before him was a genuine powerhouse at the Divine Soul Realm, someone who could be considered a top figure even within the North Spirit Academy and the North Spirit Realm. Naturally, he did not dare to offend him.

Currently, Mu Chen has gradually become proficient in the Great Floating Pagoda Technique; however, he has still not successfully reached the Foundation Establishment level. Nevertheless, he can vaguely sense that the next step does not seem to be very far away

As the night deepened, in the room, Mu Chen sat quietly in a cross-legged position, his hands forming seals, clearly entering a state of cultivation. Around him, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth gently fluctuated, then flowed into his body through his breath.

Su Ling and the others also heard Liu Yang's deliberate murmuring, their faces turning a bit pale as they gritted their teeth and said: "Brother Mu, this guy is truly too arrogant. You at least have the qualification for the Spirit Path, what is he even worth?"

Well said, it suits my taste

The surrounding students, upon witnessing the confrontation between the two, couldn't help but smirk to themselves. These two individuals are currently the most outstanding in the Northern Spirit Academy. Originally, they thought they would only see the outcome of their competition tomorrow, but unexpectedly, they clashed here today.

Hehe, Master Mo, you flatter me. We are merely exchanging ideas.

They looked at Mu Chen with concern, only to see that on his youthful face, which was similar in age to theirs, there was not a trace of fear. His pitch-black eyes reflected a faint dark light, making it impossible to see through them.

"I am somewhat displeased," Mu Chen said with a slight smile, his youthful face gradually taking on a hint of coldness. "Although I cannot bite, I prefer to strike directly and eliminate him, ensuring he no longer dares to be so brazen."

"Is it a spot obtained by good luck? You will know once you try it." However, compared to their anger, Mu Chen merely smiled lightly and said.

When Na Mu Yuan, Xue Dong, and the others saw Liu Yang, their faces lit up with joy, and they hurriedly called out "Brother Liu." When they turned their gaze towards Mu Chen, it was now filled with a hint of pride and a fierce glint.

Having finished speaking, Liu Yang turned and left with his companions, and one could faintly hear the murmurs: "Just a guy who was kicked out of the Spirit Path halfway..."

Indeed, he is someone capable of turning the spirit path upside down... If he can successfully complete the spirit path trial, he will likely be a coveted figure in the eyes of the five major academies, so why is he still here...

As more and more spiritual energy entered Mu Chen's body, a faint dark light also flickered on the surface of his physique

Master Mo

Master Mo watched as Mu Chen gradually moved away, waving his hand along with Su Ling and the others. He couldn't help but click his tongue. This young fellow, though not very old, always seemed elusive. There was not a trace of youthful arrogance in him, yet one could vaguely sense the hidden sharpness beneath that softness, concealed like a hidden treasure. This young fellow...

Master Mo let out a sigh, feeling a subtle anticipation for the competition between the two academies tomorrow. It is said that that young man from the Liu family has made quite thorough preparations. I wonder who will ultimately emerge victorious in this highly anticipated contest for the title of the first in the region.

The atmosphere between the two became tense, and many surrounding students couldn't help but widen their eyes. The two individuals before them were the strongest in the Northern Spirit Academy, and they too were curious about who would ultimately prevail between the two.

Mu Chen, seeing Su Ling filled with righteous indignation, couldn't help but smile. He patted Su Ling on the shoulder and said, "Why get so angry? If a dog bites you, are you going to bite it back?"

Liu Yang

Seeing Mu Chen's calm demeanor, Su Ling and the others felt their worries lessen somewhat. However, their hearts soon surged again. Although Liu Yang was the top student of the North Spirit Academy, Mu Chen was not someone to be underestimated. This guy might find it more difficult to step on Brother Mu than he thought.

We will return first, Master Mo

Mu Chen remained calm and unhurried, quietly gathering the spiritual power infused into his Qi Sea. Just as he was about to draw in the last trace of spiritual power, he suddenly felt a slight tremor in the Qi Sea. The dark spiritual power swirling within began to expand at an astonishing speed, a sense of abundant strength rippling through his limbs and bones

Within the Qi Sea, a dark black spiritual energy surged, its intensity evidently several times stronger than when he had just begun his cultivation on that day, clearly indicating that Mu Chen had been quite diligent in his training during this period

However, just as the two were at odds with each other, a deep voice suddenly echoed from afar, followed by the sound of rushing wind, and a robust figure appeared between the two.

... ...

Su Ling and the others felt a surge of anger in their eyes upon hearing Liu Yang's somewhat harsh words, but they also understood that Liu Yang was not someone they could confront. Thus, they could only grit their teeth in resentment

Mu Chen shook his head, his lips slightly pursed. The once radiant smile on his youthful face gradually gave way to a hint of coldness. He rotated his palm slightly, and dark spiritual energy quietly flowed at his fingertips.

Liu Yang squinted slightly, his gaze carrying a hint of coldness. Within the realm of the North Spirit Academy, no one had dared to be so impolite to him. Although he had heard some things about Mu Chen before, he was still undeniably the foremost figure in the North Spirit Academy.

Liu Yang's lips curled into a mocking arc as he stared at Mu Chen: "I am truly curious, where does your arrogance come from, you who only obtained the qualification for the Spirit Road through sheer luck and were then forcibly expelled?"

Mu Chen looked at the most renowned young man in the West Courtyard before him and smiled: "They injured our people from the East Courtyard for no reason. I believe it is you who should provide an explanation to the library regarding this matter."

How arrogant indeed

"Within the academy, if you wish to spar, you may go to the arena. To disgrace yourselves out here, do you wish to face punishment?" Master Mo surveyed the surroundings and spoke in a deep voice

Mu Chen looked at the young man with his arms crossed, yet there was little astonishment on his face. He simply said with an indifferent expression: "After watching the show for so long, are you finally unable to resist coming out?"

Upon seeing Liu Yang's imposing demeanor, Su Ling and the others were taken aback. Is Liu Yang really going to take action now?

Always feeling unhappy

What a truly insatiable person he is

"Rest assured, Master Mo, I will not let you down," Mu Chen said with a smile. Master Mo oversees their East Courtyard, and if the East Courtyard were to lose too badly in this competition between the two courtyards, it would not reflect well on him.

As soon as the words were spoken, Liu Yang stepped forward, and a surge of spiritual energy rose from his arms, the intensity of which was significantly stronger than that of Mu Yuan.

The man known as Master Mo appeared to be of middle age, with a resolute expression. Within his body, there was a remarkable fluctuation of spiritual power that was both subtle and evident, creating a significant sense of pressure among the surrounding students

A wisp of spiritual energy flowed along the cultivation path of the Great Pagoda Technique, ultimately transforming into a dark black spiritual force that entered the sea of qi, intensifying the sense of grandeur even further

This lad from the Liu family truly resembles his father in character

Stop!

Liu Yang's pupils constricted, clearly surprised that Mu Chen dared to speak to him in such a manner. His voice gradually turned cold: "I originally intended to confront you in the competition between the two academies tomorrow, but since you are so ungrateful, it would be better to deal with you now and save time for tomorrow."

The surrounding students were taken aback upon seeing the newcomer, and immediately spoke in respectful tones.

Mu Chen felt a slight shock at the changes within his energy sea. After a moment, he couldn't help but let out a soft laugh, truly unexpected that he would experience a breakthrough at such a time

Liu Yang glanced at the disheveled Mu Yuan and the other three, furrowing his brow slightly, and fixed a somewhat cold gaze on Mu Chen: "Mu Chen, I fear you will have to provide an explanation to our West Courtyard regarding today's events"

Master Mo gazed in the direction where Liu Yang had departed, his brow furrowing slightly, clearly expressing some dissatisfaction. He then turned his head and smiled at Mu Chen, saying:

Explain

However, it is said that Liu Yang currently possesses the strength of the initial stage of the Spirit Movement Realm, and he also has a human-level spiritual vein, comparable to the strength of the mid-stage of the Spirit Movement Realm. Are you sure that the competition between the two academies tomorrow will not result in a loss

Liu Yang smiled, and he understood that there was no way to take action today. He immediately looked at Mu Chen, extended his finger, and lightly gestured: "Tomorrow, the two academies will compete, I will wait for you"

Although Mu Chen currently has a considerable reputation in the Northern Spirit Academy and had previously defeated the three of them, it is likely that there is still some gap when compared to the top individual in front of them. With Liu Yang backing them, they naturally do not fear Mu Chen