Chapter 2254: The Top Under Half-step Nether Realm

Chapter 2254: Chapter 1203: The Top Under Half-step Nether Realm

With Yang Xiao having the answer, he no longer hesitated. The magic artifact of the Little Saint White Buddha was on him, and he could fully imagine how formidable this Demon was. With reinforcements capable of severely injuring him, such a level of expert could indeed turn the tide of battle.

“Little Yang, don’t overthink it. The reason I’m not telling you is because this person’s identity is special. You have been kind to me, Sheng Yanlin, and I would never harm you.”

“Listen to me now, the opportunity is rare, do not miss it. Once this matter is over, I will personally request commendation for you.” Despite the urgent situation, Sheng Yanlin still explained with heartfelt persuasion.

Knowing that Qu Muzhi and others guarding outside the city were not in danger, Yang Xiao felt relieved. Since that was the case, he would naturally not let go of this opportunity to stand out.

Taking back the Academy was a strategic goal set by the General Bureau. It could be imagined that now many high-ranking officials of the Patrol General Bureau were closely watching Yiling City, and Yiling Academy was the core of the battlefield, crucial to victory or defeat. It was the eye of the storm, the most important of the important.

This battle he must win; it was an opportunity to make a name for himself in front of many leaders of the General Bureau.

Sheng Yanlin was not wrong; when the opportunity comes, seize it, and one can turn the tables!

“Mr. Sheng, if no one is willing to make a small bet with me to enjoy the fun, I would ask you to show me some respect and temporarily withdraw the troops.”

“After the wedding ceremony of the Dean, our Ruyi Sect will host a banquet. We can find a good day to sit down together and plan further.” The Master of Ruyi Sect bowed again, keeping up the proper etiquette.

Upon receiving a nod from the Dean, Yang Xiao flashed and appeared in front of the Master of Ruyi Sect.

Seeing Yang Xiao arrive, Duan Jiqing couldn’t help but scrutinize him for a moment, then looked up at Sheng Yanlin and his group not far away, and loudly said, “Mr. Sheng, what do you mean by this? We agreed that anyone below half-step Nether Realm would not be refused today. This young brother is at most at the Upper Ghost Level; are you saying there’s no one left?”

Upon hearing this, Yang Xiao sneered, leaving no face for the adopted son of the Bone Painting Tower Master, “You give yourself too much credit. You are merely at the Peak of Ghost Level. Why use a sledgehammer to crack a nut? To deal with you, I alone am sufficient.”

“Merely Peak of Ghost Level…” Duan Jiqing couldn’t help but squint behind his mask, “You’re rather bold with your words.”

“Brother Duan, be careful; this person is Yang Xiao. It was him who bewitched my brother, causing him to go astray and join forces with the Esoteric Sect.” Seeing Yang Xiao step forward, Sheng Jingxuan reminded loudly from a distance, “This child is treacherous and insidious; be wary of him.”

At the mention of the name Yang Xiao, the eyelids under Duan Jiqing’s mask twitched, obviously having heard of Yang Xiao before.

Yang Xiao could understand since this person was in league with Sheng Jingxuan and his gang; they were in cahoots. Sheng Jingxuan must have often spoken ill of him to this person.

But in the next moment, Duan Jiqing unexpectedly bowed politely to Yang Xiao with a friendly smile, “So it’s Brother Yang, I’ve heard about you for a long time.”

“Such a young brother with boundless prospects. I think you might as well not fight; better to find someone else.”

“Errors are inevitable in a duel; swords have no eyes. If by chance this young brother is truly harmed, and the Patrol Defense Office holds someone accountable later, compensating would be a minor matter. But if it implicates my esteemed father and Bone Painting Tower, then I would be committing a grave sin that cannot be redeemed even if I died a thousand times.” Duan Jiqing sighed seemingly seriously, displaying the demeanor of a worldly senior willing to let Yang Xiao go.

“The duel is all about fate; you absolutely should not hold back. Senior’s skill is only average anyway. If… I mean if by chance I manage to defeat you, you mustn’t pull a shameless stunt like Sheng Jingxuan, a despicable traitor, dodging accountability.” Duan Jiqing wanted to play the part of a worldly senior, but Yang Xiao gave him no chance, mockingly tying him and Sheng Jingxuan together.

When it comes to battlers, Yang Xiao has feared no one over the years; he has countermeasures against open strategies and even more wicked ones against deceitful plots. Skilled in both arguing and fighting, he is truly literate and martial.

Despite Yang Xiao’s sarcastic jab, Duan Jiqing remained unruffled, merely glancing at Sheng Yanlin, after all, he was the nominal leader of his opponents today.

Upon receiving the latter’s affirmative response, Duan Jiqing’s gaze at Yang Xiao bore a hint of intrigue.

“Since that’s the case, let me spar with the young brother then. Let’s be clear, today we’re only meeting friends with martial arts, stopping at the right point.” Duan Jiqing waved his sleeves, revealing a radiant and translucent Jade Ruyi in his hand, with flickering light shadows, quite mystically.

Yang Xiao was well aware of this old man’s insidiousness and had long anticipated his plan to kill him during the spar. The previous words were merely for shirking responsibility after he had killed him.

After all, he is a member of the Patrol Defense Office, acting in front of a large audience, he fears this layer of identity.

“Senior Duan, please go ahead, no need to hold back.” Yang Xiao slowly drew out the Ring-Headed Saber, intentionally moving slowly because it was more stylish and looked better on camera.

Winning this match was just base operation; he wanted to win beautifully. He was already envisioning the Patrol Defense Office using him for a promotional video.

But where he couldn’t see, seeing Yang Xiao and Duan Jiqing about to fight, Elder Sun, who was recruited en route, was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, “Old Dean, why haven’t you moved yet, where’s the decisive attack you promised?”

“What decisive attack? Wait for them to finish fighting first,” Sheng Yanlin’s attention now entirely on Yang Xiao, had no time to care about him, “Without my order, no one is allowed to move.”

“Oh dear, you’ve set your heart on sending him to his death!” Elder Sun was on the verge of tears, thinking this was the Old Dean’s strategy to confuse the enemy.