Lu Yu: “Xiong Ba, there's no use talking about this now. Since that Duan Lang has defected from the Tianxia Society, it means he no longer trusts you. In his heart, he probably already sees you as the villain he’ll need to ‘eliminate’ in the future. So, you must be prepared.”
Xiong Ba: “Lu Yu, then tell me—what should I do now? My strength is indeed formidable, but I really don’t have confidence in defeating those transmigrators in the future!”
Lu Yu: “Xiong Ba, you don’t need to worry too much. Compared to those transmigrators, the gap isn’t as wide as you think.
Now that you have access to the chat group, you can find ways to collect and sell cultivation techniques to quickly boost your strength. As long as you level up fast enough, those transmigrators won’t be able to catch up.
Also, you can start laying out your plans now. For example, before Duan Lang grows stronger, go into hiding in critical locations like Lingyun Cave.
Whenever transmigrators arrive in your world, they’re bound to explore Lingyun Cave and other places where opportunities lie.”
Xiong Ba: “Good! You’re right, let’s do it this way! I’ll sneak down the mountain shortly and lie in wait outside Lingyun Cave. The moment I spot that transmigrator, I’ll cut him down!”
Xiao Yan: “Nice plan, Xiong Ba! Those transmigrators love rushing to snatch resources early. If you ambush them ahead of time, you’ll definitely catch them off guard.
Plus, you can explore Lingyun Cave yourself. That place is full of treasures—like the Blood-Drinking Mad Blade, Fire Qilin Sword, Ao Han Six Absolutes, Xuanwu True Art, Fire Qilin, Dragon Vein—each of them is a rare treasure.
If you manage to find these and sell them in the chat group, you’ll earn tons of points and skyrocket in power. Also, your world’s martial cultivation isn’t weak. Gather more techniques to sell and further enhance your strength.”
Xiong Ba: “That’s exactly what I planned! Back when I conquered various sects, I collected quite a few techniques—I'll sell them off right now.
I also plan to leave the mountain immediately and visit all the major sects, force them to hand over their martial arts manuals in exchange for points. Now that transmigrators have appeared in this world, I can’t afford to show mercy!”
Xiao Yan: “Xiong Ba is absolutely right.”
Lu Yu: “Xiong Ba, Xiao Yan makes a good point—you really can do that. But be aware, this approach will offend many top sect experts. If they gang up on you, you could be in danger.”
Xiong Ba: “That doesn’t worry me. I’ve enhanced my strength through the chat group multiple times. At this point, within the martial world, apart from reclusive powerhouses like Di Shitian and Xiao Sanxiao, I have no rivals.
Even if Nameless makes a move, I can still hold my own. The only one I’m wary of is the Sword Sage’s ‘Sword Twenty-Three.’ That’s a Primordial Spirit-level sword technique. If Dugu Jian uses that, I’m not confident I can withstand it.”
Lu Yu: “You don’t need to be too anxious. Based on the timeline, the Sword Sage probably hasn’t yet grasped ‘Sword Twenty-Three.’ At most, he’s reached ‘Sword Twenty-Two’ right now.
Of course, breakthroughs in swordsmanship can happen mid-battle, so you should remain cautious. Besides, there are ways to obtain Sword Twenty-Two. Study it thoroughly once you get your hands on it.”
Xiong Ba: “That’s the plan. I’ll wait a while. Once I acquire Sword Twenty-Two, I’ll feel more secure.”
Huang Rong: “Did I miss something? Xiong Ba, are you saying transmigrators have actually appeared in your world?”
Xiong Ba: “Miss Huang Rong, it’s absolutely true. Most likely, it’s the defector Duan Lang.”
Huang Rong: “Then you better be careful. Once those transmigrators grow stronger, you as the villain are in serious danger.”
Lu Xueqi: “Sister Huang Rong, you should be careful too. You’re the female lead of your world. If transmigrators show up in the future, they might target you.”
Huang Rong: “Not afraid! This is a Wuxia world. After enhancing my strength through the chat group, even Ouyang Ke is no match for me now. Unless it’s a master on the level of the Five Greats, no one can easily defeat me. Give me a bit more time, and maybe even my father won’t be my match!”
Lu Xueqi: “I don’t know what’s going on, but it feels like there are more and more transmigrators. At this rate, other worlds will likely start seeing them too.”
Xiao Yan: “That’s definitely possible. I’m really worried our world will also have transmigrators appear.”
Lu Yu: “Xiao Yan, your world is so famous. The odds of transmigrators showing up are extremely high. You must stay alert.”
Xiao Yan: “Don’t worry! I’ve already risen to power. Even if a transmigrator comes, I won’t fear them!”
Inside Longshou Peak.
After half a month of rest, Qi Hao’s injuries had fully healed.
Yet deep down, his anxiety only worsened. Lin Jingyu had been right—when it came to talent, he was indeed slightly inferior.
What unsettled him even more was that Lin Jingyu also had a system, likely the kind that could independently accelerate cultivation without needing to bind to others.
Now the two of them had become bitter enemies.
If he didn’t hurry to strengthen himself, Qi Hao knew he would eventually be overtaken by Lin Jingyu.
If he lost at the Seven Peaks Tournament, his reputation would be ruined;
And during the upcoming trip to Kong Sang Mountain after the tournament, with Lin Jingyu’s personality, he would surely come for his life.
What should he do?
After much thought, Qi Hao finally formed a plan.
He had to bind a genius disciple!
He ran through the list of candidates in Qingyun Sect over and over in his mind, but kept shaking his head.
Lu Xueqi was too strong—he wasn’t her match. Lin Jingyu had an independent system and couldn’t be bound.
Xiao Yicai wasn’t in Qingyun Sect.
After all considerations, only Tian Ling’er from Dazhu Peak remained.
Having made up his mind, Qi Hao acted immediately.
He carefully tidied himself, then went to the back mountain and selected a green bamboo. With his own hands, he carved it into a bamboo flute.
Then, he mounted his sword and flew toward Dazhu Peak.
At the exact moment Qi Hao departed—
In another room on Longshou Peak, Lin Jingyu’s eyes burned as he stared intently in the direction Qi Hao had gone.
Almost at the same moment, his figure flickered as he shot out of the room, racing toward Dazhu Peak as well.
Though Tian Ling’er’s talent didn’t quite match Lin Jingyu’s, she had already reached the Fourth or even Fifth Level of the Jade Purity Realm at a very young age—her potential was extraordinary.
Lin Jingyu knew all too well.
If Qi Hao managed to bind Tian Ling’er, his power would skyrocket with the help of the system.
He already trailed slightly behind Qi Hao—he could not let this happen!