20: Xianyang Storm, I am so worried about my disciple

West of the city, the training grounds.

The place was abuzz with activity, and banners fluttered.

Today was the preliminary selection day for Princess Princess Ying An'ge’s martial arts competition for a spouse.

Young talents and Jianghu heroes from all over Great Qin, and even princes and envoys from smaller nations, were all vying for a spot.

Their aim, naturally, was the chance to ascend to greatness in one step, and the legendary treasure—the five elements source crystal!

In the center of the training grounds, ten arenas were set up.

Lin Fan, clad in a green robe, stood with his hands behind his back on Arena Number Three.

His expression was calm, as if the surrounding clamor had nothing to do with him.

However, he was calculating inwardly: “This five elements source crystal sounds magnificent. If it can help Junior Sister Nanny forge a Chaos Dao Body, Master will surely look at me with new eyes!”

As for that Princess, he didn't give her a second thought.

Women only hinder my cultivation speed!

“Arena Number Three, defender, Lin Fan! Challenger, ‘Slab-Splitting Hand’ Shi Potian!”

The referee’s voice fell.

A burly man with bulging muscles and a scarred face roared and leaped onto the arena.

“Boy, state your name! Shi will not kill nameless individuals!” The burly man’s voice was like muffled thunder, and his Aura was imposing, clearly indicating he was a Master of Acquired Perfection.

Lin Fan didn’t even lift an eyelid, saying indifferently: “Lin Fan.”

“What an arrogant boy! Take my Slab-Splitting…”

Before Shi Potian could finish speaking, Lin Fan moved.

His figure flickered, leaving an afterimage.

The next instant, he appeared in front of Shi Potian.

A light punch.

“Bang!”

The ferocious grin on Shi Potian’s face instantly froze. His entire body seemed to be struck by a ten-thousand-pound hammer, his chest caved in, and he spat blood, turning into a parabola as he flew straight out of the arena, landing more than ten feet away, unconscious.

The entire venue fell silent for an instant.

Then, a thunderous roar of astonishment erupted!

“My heavens! One punch?! Slab-Splitting Hand Shi Potian couldn’t even last one move?!”

“Who is this Lin Fan? Where did this fierce person come from?!”

“What exquisite martial arts! What incredible speed!”

On the high platform.

Emperor Ying Zheng of Great Qin, a playful smile on his lips.

“Imperial Uncle, this must be the Lin Fan who caused the Three Dynasties War. The Three Dynasties probably didn’t expect him to have already arrived in Great Qin. What do you think of this young man?”

Beside him, a hint of surprise flashed in Ying Wu’s calm eyes.

“It is not internal True Qi. His power is condensed and unyielding, utterly domineering. It has a bit of… the shadow of a Body Refining practitioner as recorded in ancient texts.”

Ying Zheng nodded slightly: “Continue watching.”

In the subsequent matches, Lin Fan defeated his opponents with a single move.

Regardless of whether his opponents were Jianghu veterans or fierce military generals, they were all as fragile as chickens and dogs under his seemingly ordinary fists, unable to withstand a single blow.

He had long mastered the “Human Path” Fist Intent. Dealing with these Martial Artists who had not even reached Innate was simply a dimensionality reduction strike.

Lin Fan’s name quickly spread throughout the entire training grounds.

The way everyone looked at him had changed from initial disdain to awe.

…

At the same time.

Outside Liufeng Town, on the official road.

Lu Yuchen, accompanied by Lu Nuannuan, was leisurely heading towards Xianyang.

“Master, is that Senior Brother Lin Fan very powerful? Powerful enough to make three countries fight for him!” Nanny, riding a small donkey that Lu Yuchen had found from who-knows-where, dangled her little feet and asked curiously.

Lu Yuchen’s mouth twitched slightly upon hearing this.

“He, ah, is just a troublemaker.”

“However, this time, it was a fortunate coincidence, providing me with a clue.”

He had already “confirmed” from the System, by subtle probing, that the so-called “five elements source crystal” was indeed an extremely rare Five Elements Origin item, which would be of great benefit to Nanny in forging her Chaos Dao Body.

“Master, are we going to find Senior Brother Lin Fan, or are we going to find that shiny stone?” Nanny asked again.

“Both.” Lu Yuchen ruffled her little head, “First, we’ll go to Xianyang City to see what kind of mischief your Senior Brother is up to, and by the way, get that ‘shiny stone’ for you.”

For his disciple’s Dao path, he, as a Master, had truly put in a lot of effort.

Fortunately, with the “Master-Disciple Ten-fold Return System” in place, all efforts were worthwhile.

…

Northern Yuan Dynasty, Royal Court.

Ling Ke'er sat on the ice crystal throne, listening to the scout’s report below.

“Reporting to Your Highness, our army has reached the borders of Great Gan and Great Chu, and we have achieved initial victory. The two countries’ allied forces responded hastily, and their formation is already in disarray.”

Ling Ke'er’s Phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, and her jade fingers tapped the armrest.

“Very good. Continue to exert pressure, but remember, do not truly invade their heartland. Our goal is to make them feel pain, feel fear, and dare not touch Lin Fan again.”

“Understood!”

The scout withdrew.

Another female official stepped forward: “Your Highness, the Great Qin secret agents have sent news that Lin Fan has appeared in Xianyang City and is participating in Princess Princess Ying An'ge’s martial arts competition for a spouse.”

“Oh?” A glimmer of surprise flashed in Ling Ke'er’s eyes, “Martial arts competition for a spouse? What’s the prize?”

“It is said to be the five elements source crystal.”

“five elements source crystal…” Ling Ke'er pondered for a moment, a knowing smile appearing on her lips, “So that’s it. It seems this Princess should also make a trip to Xianyang City.”

She didn’t believe Lin Fan was there for any Princess.

This future Emperor of the Heavenly Court, at this moment, must undoubtedly be aiming for the five elements source crystal.

Perhaps, this was a good opportunity to get close to him.

“Prepare the carriage. This Princess will personally go to Great Qin.”

…

Great Chu Dynasty, Border Commander’s Tent.

Zen Master Liaochen sat cross-legged, a chessboard in front of him, black and white pieces intertwined, with hidden killing intent.

“Zen Master, that Lin Fan has escaped into Great Qin territory. Should we continue to pursue him?” A brocade-clad guard captain asked cautiously.

Zen Master Liaochen picked up a white piece and gently placed it down, his tone calm:

“Amitabha. Great Qin is a deep place, not for us to stay long.”

“However, this child is blessed with immortaledge. If he cannot be used by our Buddhist sect, he also cannot fall into the hands of others.”

“Pass down the order to closely monitor Great Qin’s movements. Especially that martial arts competition for a spouse, this old monk always feels that this matter is not simple.”

He vaguely sensed that a larger storm was brewing in Xianyang City.

And that Lin Fan was at the center of the storm.

A few days later.

Lu Yuchen, accompanied by Nanny, finally arrived at Xianyang City.

Gazing at the majestic city walls and feeling the ancient and solemn atmosphere permeating the air, Lu Yuchen couldn’t help but secretly praise: As expected of the head of the Nine Great Dynasties, its grandeur is indeed extraordinary.

He swept his Divine Sense and immediately located the training grounds in the west of the city.

“Come on, Nanny, I’ll take you to see the excitement, and by the way… cheer on your Senior Brother.”

A mysterious smile curved Lu Yuchen’s lips.

He wanted to see what kind of “surprise” his eldest disciple would bring him in this Great Qin Dynasty.

However, when he brought Nanny to the outside of the training grounds and saw the vast crowd and the familiar yet unfamiliar figure on the arena, even with his normally calm state of mind, his eyelids couldn’t help but twitch.

That boy… he was actually fighting in the arena!

And from the looks of it, he seemed to be doing quite well?!