Chapter 0073: Invitation

Chapter 0073: Invitation

The rankings of the Hidden Dragon Martial Arts Association have undergone significant changes!

Many people were eagerly anticipating Xiao Yuemei's challenge to the top-ranked Qin Yun.

They believed she might be pressured by the Tian Xiao royal family or the Xuan-level Martial Academy to challenge Qin Yun and reclaim her first place position.

Qin Yun's injuries mainly affected his arms due to the internal force generated from executing the Falling Star Technique, which caused the muscles to tear.

Fortunately, his physique was strong, and with timely treatment in the later stages, his injuries stabilized.

"This time, we were quite lucky! If Xiao Yuemei were a vindictive woman, the consequences would have been unimaginable!" Yang Shiyue carefully wrapped bandages around Qin Yun's arms, applying crushed medicinal herbs underneath.

Qin Yun had previously promised Xiao Yuelan not to reveal the substitution, so he did not tell Yang Shiyue the full story.

Yang Shiyue looked at the distracted Qin Yun and smiled, "What are you thinking about? You're quite popular with girls these days... First there was Qi Meilian and Meng Feiling, now there's Xiao Yuemei!"

Qin Yun gave an awkward smile and said, "Teacher, I only see little Meilian as a sister, and Senior Meng is just a friend. There's nothing going on between us! As for Xiao Yuemei... I don't know what's happening either!"

"Knock knock!"

A knocking sound came from outside, followed by Duan Qian's voice, "Qin Yun, someone wants to see you!"

Yang Shiyue immediately went to open the door and was surprised to find Duan Qian and a masked woman in a white dress standing outside—none other than the impersonator, Xiao Yuelan!

"I'll take my leave," Duan Qian said and left.

"Please come in," Yang Shiyue softly said to the masked woman.

Xiao Yuelan removed her mask upon entering, revealing her cold and proud face, leaving Yang Shiyue speechless.

Xiao Yuelan approached Qin Yun and glanced at his arms, coldly asking, "They're not useless, right?"

Qin Yun met Xiao Yuelan's gaze and shook his head.

Xiao Yuelan snorted, "Even if they were, it wouldn't concern me."

Indeed, Qin Yun had injured himself...

Xiao Yuelan sat down in a chair, crossing her legs, and scrutinized Qin Yun with her icy eyes!

Feeling uncomfortable under her gaze, Qin Yun averted his eyes and asked in a low voice, "Will you be blamed for giving up your first place on the Hidden Dragon Rankings?"

"This is my business, none of yours!" Xiao Yuelan turned to Yang Shiyue and coldly asked, "Do you know about his martial soul?"

Yang Shiyue sat down, thought for a moment, and replied, "The shaking martial soul? Yes, I know about it."

Xiao Yuelan put on her mask, stood up, and walked towards the door, facing away from Qin Yun, and asked in a serious tone, "Who else knows about this?"

"Xiao Lang," Qin Yun said, "I had no choice but to use it during our match."

Xiao Yuelan stopped at the door, her voice becoming solemn as she instructed Qin Yun, "You must reject the invitation from the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy. If you want to enter a Xuan-level Martial Academy, choose the Star Profound Martial Academy!"

She paused and added, "Also, next time you expose your shaking martial soul, leave no witnesses. I'll see if I can help you deal with Xiao Lang; he's already crippled anyway."

With that, she opened the door and left.

Qin Yun shivered involuntarily and looked at Yang Shiyue, who was slightly bowing her head, her brows furrowed, deep in thought.

"She seems to be helping you," Yang Shiyue said.

Qin Yun could sense it too, but couldn't understand why she was doing this.

...

Time flew by, and the Hidden Dragon Rankings finally closed.

During this period, Meng Feiling visited Qin Yun several times.

Qi Meilian's injuries had healed, and she bid a reluctant farewell to Qin Yun before leaving with her teacher for the Star Profound Martial Academy.

With Xiao Yuelan guarding second place, no one could pass her, ensuring Qin Yun remained at the top!

Those who entered the top ten received their rewards on the main stage of the Hidden Dragon Martial Arena.

Everyone below envied Qin Yun for being able to use the Xuanxin Grass to condense his heart scripture.

According to legend, the Xuanxin Grass could create a powerful heart scripture, greatly beneficial for future cultivation.

Qin Yun accepted the small jade box from Duan Qian, opened it, and saw a crystal-like white grass emitting a luminous glow.

Others also received rewards, but mostly pills and crystal coins.

Looking at the masked Xiao Yuelan beside him, still cold and exuding murderous intent, he suddenly felt that she wouldn't easily agree to marry Qin Zhengfeng. Yet, it was confirmed that she would be engaged to him.

Thinking about it made him feel uneasy.

Qin Feng muttered unhappily, "Achieving first place through demonic cultivation techniques is nothing to boast about."

Not only was Qin Feng unhappy, but several others in the top ten shared similar sentiments.

The Xuanxin Grass was originally meant for them, but now it had been taken by an outsider, a mere Fifth Level Martial Body cultivator.

Meng Feiling laughed and said, "You can only use such excuses to cover up your inferiority to Qin Yun. You cowards didn't even dare to challenge the second place!"

Qin Feng and the others had challenged Meng Feiling but failed to defeat her.

Meng Feiling had also challenged for second place but conceded after a few exchanges.

Qin Feng, Ye Chenlei, and Qi Xue were now all feeling very resentful.

The forces behind them had spent a great deal of resources to heal their injuries, yet they never got the chance to face Qin Yun, making it all a waste.

Suddenly, several people walked up from below the arena; they were all middle-aged men in their forties or fifties.

Seeing them come up, Qin Feng and the others showed looks of pleasant surprise, recognizing them.

Yang Shiyue also hurriedly walked up, seemingly recognizing these middle-aged men as well.

With Duan Qian nearby, Qin Yun felt reassured, not fearing any trouble.

"Qin Yun, I am a teacher from the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy. My name is Liu Ning. You don't need to be nervous!" said a thin-faced middle-aged man in blue robes with a smile, his attitude quite friendly.

A teacher from the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy would certainly be powerful.

Qin Yun immediately recalled Xiao Yuelan's previous warning not to accept an invitation from the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy.

"What is it?" asked Qin Yun.

"You have proven your talent by reaching the top of the Hidden Dragon Rankings with a cultivation at the Fifth Level of Martial Body. We have decided to invite you to join the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy," Liu Ning said with a warm smile.

No one was surprised; Qin Yun had earned this qualification.

Liu Ning gave Yang Shiyue a meaningful look, seemingly signaling her to speak up.

Qin Yun smiled faintly. "I appreciate your offer!"

He refused!

Qin Feng and the others were all shocked; if it were them, they would have eagerly accepted.

They knew that they had not only undergone extremely harsh trials but also agreed to certain conditions to enter the Heavenly Profound Martial Academy.

Yet, Qin Yun rejected such an invitation!

Many martial artists thought Qin Yun was crazy.

Liu Ning frowned slightly but still smiled. "Qin Yun, you must consider this carefully. This is a rare opportunity. If you join our Heavenly Profound Martial Academy, your future will be bright... Opportunities like this do not come often. Entering the Martial Courtyard through regular assessment is extremely difficult!"

Qin Yun had guessed that entering these Xuan-level Martial Academies would require agreeing to certain conditions; otherwise, how could there be such a good thing?

Moreover, even passing the assessment would mean agreeing to those conditions.