A Gathering of Geniuses, A Peerless Figure Descends

Faced with Guang Qiuxian's inquiry, Fang Wang feigned a wry smile and said, "Sect Leader, I came here precisely for this matter. You, I, and my master could not possibly have spread this matter. So who spread it? It couldn't have been Zhou Xingshi, could it?"

Upon hearing this, Guang Qiuxian's smile froze, and his face turned gloomy. He said, "There is indeed a problem with this matter. I have also sent people to investigate. It is said that it was a disciple of the third lineage who passed it on. That disciple was captured by demonic cultivators and interrogated about information about the Taiyuan Sect. He then revealed the grade of your treasure spirit and concluded that your growth rate was definitely not that of a Xuan Yuan treasure spirit. Perhaps it was just a coincidence. That disciple is already dead, and there is no way to verify it. The key point is that this matter has attracted the deduction of Fu Xuanji of the Tian Shu Sect."

"That old codger is indeed quite skilled at divination. With his words, the matter is considered settled. Now, various sects have sent people here, and those geniuses are eager to discuss the Dao with you."

At this point, Guang Qiuxian sighed.

Seeing that his expression seemed genuine and matched what Zhou Xue had said, Fang Wang realized that Lu Yuanjun had not yet told Guang Qiuxian about the Fang family's affairs.

That's true. Once it gets out, the matter of the ghost artifact can't be kept secret. Guang Qiuxian has an excellent reputation. Even if he would protect Lu Yuanjun to the death, he wouldn't encourage evil.

Fang Wang decided not to test Guang Qiuxian. What he needed to do now was to improve his status in Guang Qiuxian's heart, including his status within the Taiyuan Sect, so that when he confronted Lu Yuanjun and Zhao Zhen and broke with them, the Taiyuan Sect and Guang Qiuxian would have no choice but to side with him.

Anyway, that day won't be too far away.

By now, Fang Wang's hatred for Lu Yuanjun and Zhao Zhen is no longer so intense. After all, he has been in the Heavenly Palace for so many years, and even the greatest hatred will fade. Of course, when he becomes powerful enough, he will also crush the two of them to prevent them from becoming a threat to his family.

"Let's get down to business. News of the Heavenly Origin Treasure Spirit has spread, and our Taiyuan Sect can no longer deny it. Since last year, geniuses have been visiting the Taiyuan Sect one after another, wanting to spar with you. They are still staying at the Taiyuan Sect. Some came on their own initiative, while others were sent by their sects to test your strength. Why don't you make a move?"

Guang Qiuxian asked in a tentative tone, after all, he felt guilty about this matter. He felt that he had not protected Fang Wang well. If Fang Wang did not want to come forward, he would grit his teeth and refuse.

"I will follow the sect leader's orders." Fang Wang agreed without hesitation.

Bringing glory to the sect would elevate his status within the sect, wouldn't it?

Of course, this might attract jealousy, but everything has its advantages and disadvantages, and as long as the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, it's fine.

Besides, he'd been holding it in for so many years and wanted to let it all out.

Guang Qiuxian smiled and said, "There are thirteen geniuses, from the six major sects and five aristocratic families. There are also two rogue cultivators, but their masters are all experts of the time. Although they live a carefree life, their reputation is far-reaching, and even the Taiyuan Sect has to give them face."

Fang Wang thought for a moment and said, "Then let's pick a date, the sooner the better, and have them all come together."

"Want to come together?"

"Hmm, solved in one go. Since he's still a genius, his cultivation level can't possibly have reached the Condensation Realm, right?"

"How is that possible? The Condensation Realm is the pinnacle of the cultivation world in the Great Qi. Even some of the leaders of the nine major sects have not reached the Condensation Realm."

Guang Qiuxian shook his head, looking at Fang Wang, and suddenly felt that it was absurd.

Why does Fang Wang seem more composed than him? He seems like a junior, not as mature as Fang Wang.

However, whether Fang Wang is calm or arrogant remains to be seen in the outcome of the duel.

"Alright, since that's the case, let's set it for seven days from now, at noon, at the dueling arena in the sect's main city. If you defeat them all, your sect contribution will increase by 500,000, and you can choose any one of the Zhenmai Secret Techniques to inherit. How about it?" Guang Qiuxian stared at Fang Wang, his eyes burning with determination.

Fang Wang smiled and said, "Thank you, Sect Leader!"

Guang Qiuxian stroked his beard and laughed heartily. After giving some instructions, he finally let Fang Wang leave.

After leaving the main branch, Fang Wang did not return to the third branch, but instead visited his other clansmen in the Taiyuan Sect.

The clansmen chosen by Zhou Xue had grown up with Fang Wang since childhood and had a good relationship with him. If he didn't go to see them, Fang Wang was afraid he would forget them.

Sunset and moonrise.

The next day arrived, and a piece of news spread like wildfire within the Taiyuan Sect!

Fang Wang emerges from his ten-year seclusion, ready to accept challenges from geniuses from other sects and aristocratic families!

The Nine Meridians were in an uproar. Ever since the news of the Heavenly Origin Treasure Spirit spread, the disciples of each meridian were filled with curiosity, anticipation and doubt about Fang Wang. Now that they heard that Fang Wang was going to fight, how could they not be excited?

evening.

Inside a cave on the fifth mountain peak.

Fang Wang was drinking with his cousin Fang Zigeng. The two brothers were having a pleasant conversation, mostly about the fun they had at the Fang family mansion when they were young.

Fang Zigeng has reached the second level of the Spirit Shaping Realm. Although he is not as famous as Fang Hanyu, his cultivation growth rate is considered to be in the middle to upper range among the Fang family disciples.

He was of ordinary appearance, an inconspicuous person in a crowd, and usually kept a low profile, not having made many friends. So he was very happy to see Fang Wang, and a smile was always on his face.

Fang Hanyu had a very high opinion of him, saying that he was the most diligent cultivator among the Fang family disciples. Although he did not go down the mountain to gain experience, he was either carrying out sect tasks such as picking and planting or staying in his cave.

"Brother Fang Wang!"

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A female voice came from outside the mountain gate; it belonged to Fang Xin, the youngest of the group.

Fang Zigeng immediately went to open the door. The inner disciples' cave dwellings were very small, and he arrived at the mountain gate in just a few steps.

Before meeting Fang Zigeng, Fang Wang visited Fang Xin first, so Fang Xin knew that Fang Wang was in Fang Zigeng's cave.

Now twenty-nine years old, Fang Xin was no longer as naive as she had been, but she remained lively. She rushed up to Fang Wang and asked, "Brother Fang Wang, are you going to battle those geniuses? And you're going to have a series of challenges throughout the day?"

Fang Zigeng, walking behind, was moved upon hearing this, and a look of worry appeared in his eyes.

Fang Wang swirled his wine glass and laughed, "Well, they've waited so long for me, I have to face them eventually. I find it too troublesome, so I'll just settle it in one day."

"Don't be careless. I heard that the disciple of that Great Qi Sword Saint broke through to the Profound Heart Realm ten years ago," Fang Zigeng said as he sat down.

Although he couldn't understand Fang Wang's world of genius, he still couldn't help but want to remind him.

Fang Wang laughed and said, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. Just wait and see how I win."

Fang Xin stared at Fang Wang with admiration and asked, "Brother Fang Wang, if you defeat those geniuses, will you become the top disciple of the Taiyuan Sect?"

Since Fang Wang's Heavenly Yuan Treasure Spirit was revealed, most disciples believed that he would become the next senior disciple.

In the world of cultivation, talent is paramount, and such talent naturally deserves to be nurtured with the treatment due to a senior disciple.

Fang Wang shook his head and said, "It's not that easy, but it does allow us to take a step closer."

The three began to talk about the position of the eldest disciple. The position of the eldest disciple of Taiyuan Sect had been vacant for a long time. The previous eldest disciple died at the hands of the demonic cultivators of Chimo Sect. After that, Guangqiu Immortal had not appointed an eldest disciple. In private, the disciples of each branch believed that the position of the eldest disciple was reserved for Lu Yuanjun.

With Fang Wang's rise to prominence, the position of the sect's top disciple has become a source of suspense. People love to see newcomers challenge the old number one genius, just like when Lu Yuanjun challenged Xu Lang. Now, many disciples are curious about who the sect leader will ultimately choose.

For the remaining six days, Fang Wang still did not return to his cave dwelling, but lingered in the cave dwellings of various Fang family disciples. Xiao Zi had already woken up, but had been hiding in Fang Wang's arms until the third day, when Fang Wang forcibly pulled her out and introduced her to his clansmen. After that, Xiao Zi's nature was awakened, and she often participated in conversations between Fang Wang and his clansmen.

By the seventh day, just as dawn broke, the sect's main city was already overflowing with people.

Disciples had already gathered in circles outside the dueling platform, all eager to catch a glimpse of Tianyuan Baoling's splendor.

Ten years ago, during the Nine Meridians Battle, Fang Wang's performance was exaggerated, but he almost always killed opponents instantly, so it didn't show how strong he really was. Now that geniuses are gathered here, the disciples all want to see where Fang Wang's limits are.

The disciples of the Third Clan were proud of Fang Wang. Even before the battle began, they spread the word about Fang Wang's advantages everywhere. Some even said that Bai Yi Jing Hong was Fang Wang. Of course, Bai Yi Jing Hong's name had already faded in the cultivation world. Half of the geniuses who came to challenge Fang Wang this time had stronger battle records and greater reputations than Bai Yi Jing Hong.

The cultivators who had come to visit Taiyuan Sect also arrived, and the sect's main city was bustling with activity.

Various rumors about Fang Wang and the geniuses circulated in the main city.

In terms of the grade of their natal spirit treasures, all those geniuses possessed top-grade Xuan Yuan spirit treasures, a far cry from Fang Wang's level. However, these geniuses were older than Lu Yuanjun, more proficient in unique skills, and had formidable battle records. Putting aside the halo of genius, they were already powerful figures in the Great Qi cultivation world.

In the eyes of cultivators from all sides, this battle was a clash between two generations.

Lu Yuanjun's Earthly Yuan Treasure Spirit has shaken up the cultivation world of the Great Qi. Now that the Heavenly Yuan Treasure Spirit has appeared out of nowhere, it would be impossible for the eight major sects and various clans not to be afraid. This test will not only be a spectacle within the Taiyuan Sect, but will surely spread throughout the cultivation world.

Just before noon, Guang Qiuxian arrived with the Nine Peak Masters and dozens of elders, including Zhao Chuanqian, Elder Zhang of the Mission Hall, and the Sleepy Immortal.

Deputy Sect Leader Chen Anshi did not attend.

The eight elders dispersed around the dueling platform and began to form a battle formation.

Lu Yuanjun, Xu Lang, Ye Xiang, Yan Feiyue, Gu Li and other geniuses also arrived. They stood together and discussed today's battle of wits.

Soon, Zhou Xue arrived as well.

Within the Taiyuan Sect, even geniuses are divided into circles. Although Lu Yuanjun is kind and friendly, the difference in the quality of their magical treasures is a real issue. Those whose magical treasures are not of high enough quality dare not intervene in their conversations.

Emperor Zhao Zhen of the Great Qi Dynasty walked in surrounded by a group of disciples from the Third Branch, which showed that he had great prestige in the Third Branch.

After a while, the geniuses who came to challenge Fang Wang arrived one after another.

Their arrival always sparked discussion among the surrounding disciples, and their deeds were passed down by word of mouth.

"That's Liu Jun from the Xuanhong Sword Sect, a genius second only to Xu Qiuming, who entered the Xuanxin Realm four years ago."

"These contemporary geniuses are truly magnificent!"

"Peerless geniuses? What a joke! Compared to the Heavenly Origin Treasure Spirit, what are they!"

"Song Jinyuan, the disciple of the Sword Saint, is said to have reached the pinnacle of sword intent."

"Where is Senior Brother Fang Wang? When will he show up? He has challenged thirteen powerful geniuses in a row. I really don't know how he will perform."