Chapter 7: The So-Called Genius
The square was bathed in sunlight.
Young figures showcased the fruits of their months of labor. Some even sat attempting to gain enlightenment, their robes fluttering, looking quite practiced.
Today wasn’t any special day, just a gathering of new disciples from the four peaks to exchange pointers and spar.
In essence, "showing off."
For instance, someone had been recognized by a third-rank weapon in the armory, a weapon so sharp it could slice through iron like mud, much to the envy of others.
Or take the genius who had acquired a high-level cultivation technique, soared to new heights, and now stood impressively at the Breaking Sun Fifth Layer, eliciting sighs of admiration.
So strong! Truly a genius!
"Our Nangong Jue from Snow Storm Peak isn’t bad either. His physical body is close to the minor achievement stage. Although he’s still at the Breaking Sun Fifth Layer, I’d bet even cultivators at the seventh layer would find it hard to harm him in the slightest," a youth said, lifting his head proudly.
"Awesome, awesome!"
The crowd voiced their approval.
Just then, a slender figure walked over from a small path.