Chapter 446

Chapter 446: Exchange Meeting of the Two Sects

"How about we organize an exchange meeting for disciples of the same level?" Xu Fan suggested tentatively.

Qianling Sect had tried several times to bring their disciples to the Hidden Spirit Sect for exchanges, but Xu Fan had always turned them down. Now that they were taking the initiative, he knew this was bound to happen.

"That sounds like a good idea," the Third Grand Elder said with a smile.

Since Qianling Sect adopted the promotion system from the Hidden Spirit Sect, the cultivation and fighting strength of their disciples had improved slightly. Their foundations had also become much more solid, and many talented disciples had emerged within the sect.

"Let’s set it for tomorrow, lasting three days. Our Qianling Sect will provide rewards for the outstanding disciples from both sects," the Third Grand Elder announced.

"Alright, I’ll inform my sect’s disciples."

"Good. Let our proud disciples see what it means when they say ‘there’s always someone better,’" the Third Grand Elder said.

"You’re too kind, respected elder. It’s hard to say who will learn more from this," Xu Fan replied modestly. He admitted that the disciples he trained might be stronger, but with talent being a factor, the difference wouldn’t be too significant.

"I look forward to tomorrow’s exchange," the Third Grand Elder said before leaving.

Meanwhile, the Hidden Spirit Sect disciples and Tian Puppet Masters, who were resting, all received a message.

"Two sects’ exchange meeting, open to all participants, with rewards from both sects," Xu Lingtai read aloud.

"Will you be participating, husband?" Xiao Xi asked, snuggling up to Xu Lingtai.

"Of course! This is a chance for our sect to shine. If I don’t go, my father will be furious."

"Besides, I grew up under Master Ancestor’s guidance and have learned some of his spells. I must bring honor to him in such matters," Xu Lingtai said with a smile.

"I look forward to your performance, husband."

A beauty’s smile is like a hundred flowers blooming.

At that moment, the Hidden Spirit Sect disciples were eagerly preparing for the exchange the next day. The outstanding disciples of Qianling Sect also received the news and were excited about the long-awaited appearance of the Hidden Spirit Sect. However, when they learned that the highest cultivation level among the Hidden Spirit Sect disciples was only at the Golden Core Stage, those with higher cultivation levels felt disappointed.

The next day, in a secret realm within the valley, the disciples of both sects began their friendly exchange.

Inside the secret realm, there were twenty large arenas. Ten were guarded by Qianling Sect disciples, and the other ten by Hidden Spirit Sect disciples.

The rules were simple: take turns attacking and defending the arenas over three days, with the final scores determined by arena points.

There were also other arenas for free betting, with each participant starting with one hundred points.

By then, the disciples from both sides had already entered the arena, and the outstanding disciples from each sect were stationed on their respective platforms. Xu Fan and Spirit Cut Elder quietly observed the events in the secret realm alongside high-ranking members of Qianling Sect.

"Grand Elder, at least it’s just an arena competition."

"This way, it’s fairer for the Qianling Sect disciples," Spirit Cut Elder remarked with a smile as he watched the scene unfold in the secret realm.

At this moment, the disciples from both sects were chatting amicably. The battle hadn’t started yet, and the atmosphere was quite pleasant.

"The disciples of Qianling Sect are quite strong, and their talents are not inferior to those of our Hidden Spirit Sect," Xu Fan commented. He believed it was wise to be modest in another sect’s territory, as being too arrogant could lead to trouble.

"You’re right about their talent," Spirit Cut agreed.

He admired the way their sect educated its disciples, combined with what he considered the perfect techniques, making it seem flawless.

At least, among their contemporaries, the disciples of the Demon Sect couldn’t match those of the Hidden Spirit Sect.

Meanwhile, Master Qianling and the Second Grand Elder were silently observing the situation in the secret realm.

"Third brother, I think you might be setting yourself up for humiliation this time."

"The disciples of the Hidden Spirit Sect are quite formidable," Master Qianling said with a smile.

"Would I look down on a sect that can produce the top-ranked disciple on the Fighting Strength Rankings?"

"I’m just letting the disciples of our sect see the gap," the Third Grand Elder of Qianling Sect replied calmly.

"Are you serious?" Master Qianling was taken aback.

After quarreling with this old fellow for so many years, it was the first time he had seen him be humble, which surprised Master Qianling.

"Of course, I’m serious. That Grand Elder is somewhat difficult for me to gauge; it reminds me of the feeling when our elder brother was around, able to suppress both of us with just one hand."

"Grand Elder? I just feel he’s a very powerful master craftsman, and he will become an artifact great master in the future."

"As for the fighting strength you mentioned, I haven’t paid much attention to that," Master Qianling said thoughtfully.

"That’s true. Who would still engage in fighting if they could become an artifact great master?" the Third Grand Elder said enviously.

In the cultivation world, artifact great masters are much rarer than invincible respected elders.

If an invincible respected elder were to face trouble, it would be hard to find ten others of equal fighting strength to help. But for an artifact great master, it could just take a word, and they might already have several invincible respected elders by their side!

"The Grand Elder’s cultivation is at the Transformation Stage. Should we find someone to test him and see if he has the bearing of our elder brother?" Master Qianling suddenly suggested.

At that moment, spatial fluctuations appeared, and the Grand Elder of the Hidden Spirit Sect stepped through the sealed space to stand beside the two men.

"Who has been talking about me?" the Grand Elder said, looking displeased at the two.

"Haha, we were just wondering if our sect would have another invincible respected elder like you," Master Qianling quickly changed his tone and smiled.

"Do you think I don’t know what you’re talking about?" The Grand Elder of Qianling Sect pressed one hand on Master Qianling and the other on the Third Grand Elder.

The two men’s expressions changed.

"Elder brother, please don’t do this. We are all at the Mahayana stage now; could you give us some face?" Master Qianling said with a wry smile.

"Third brother and I were just reminiscing about the good times we had with you, and we meant no offense."

"Also, don’t you think that Grand Elder of the Hidden Spirit Sect looks a bit like you when you were younger?" the Third Grand Elder hastily added.

Upon hearing the Third Grand Elder’s words, the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect slowly released the two men.

"You know, there is a bit of that invincible aura," the Grand Elder said thoughtfully, with a hint of contemplation in his eyes.

At this moment, Xu Fan, who had been chatting with Spirit Cut, suddenly felt a chill, as if someone had set their sights on him.

Xu Fan looked around.

"Could it be that the respected elders of Qianling Sect are discussing me?" Xu Fan thought, puzzled.

"What’s wrong?" Spirit Cut asked, noticing Xu Fan’s expression.

"Nothing. I just feel like someone is plotting against me," Xu Fan replied, pointing to a direction in the sky.

That direction was exactly where the three Grand Elders of Qianling Sect were standing.

It seemed that the Grand Elder sensed something, and he glanced over, meeting Xu Fan’s gaze.