Systemless Villain

Chapter 114 Silent Pursuits, Hidden Agendas

Meanwhile, in a wooden room, Qin Chen sat cross-legged, cultivating in the cultivation chamber filled with hundreds of low to mid-grade spiritual stones.

Around him, eight youths of his age lay with bruised bodies. They were the ones who were previously in the room, disturbing his peace, so he had beaten them up.

Meanwhile, Li Yan, observing Qin Chen cultivating, promptly left the room. She strolled around the Wudang Sect, finding comfort in the mountainous surroundings with its clean, fresh air.

She already had a place here since Qin Chen introduced her to Shi Huang. Technically, she would be staying in the Wudang Sect.

While she was walking, many sect students gazed at her, amazed by her beauty. Yet, none dared to approach or introduce themselves, given the recent incident where she injured the son of one of the sect's elders.

Certainly, the elder didn't stay silent and wanted to teach Li Yan a lesson. But Li Yan ended up beating the elder, ensuring he didn't seek revenge.

However, at this moment, she stopped as a young man of Qin Chen's age also halted in front of her.

He didn't look bad, even better than Qin Chen. Yet, his expression remained indifferent. "Move aside," she said nonchalantly.

Unfazed, Long Tian asked in a casual tone, "Where is the sect leader?"

"I don't know," Li Yan replied and proceeded to walk past Long Tian.

Long Tian turned around, raising one of his eyebrows as he observed her retreating figure.

Snow-white hair; it reminded him of Li Yue'er. However, this woman seemed colder and stronger; he could sense it from her aura.

Yet, he refocused on the path ahead, walking to find Shi Huang.

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Ling Han didn't accompany Long Tian, choosing to explore the sect's area instead. This was also at Long Tian's command, instructing him to understand the intricacies of the Wudang Sect.

At this time, Long Tian stood, gazing at the mountains. The view was beautiful; the air felt incredibly refreshing even in broad daylight.

However, he sensed an aura from behind. Turning around, he saw Shi Huang approaching him.

"What brings you here?" Shi Huang asked lightly, a smile forming on his face.

"Just visiting and maybe trying to practice here. You see, there are only a few months left before I graduate. I still need to survey some sects," Long Tian replied.

Shi Huang's smile widened as he stood beside Long Tian. "Have you considered the Wudang Sect? My offer still stands. You'll receive special treatment, becoming a core disciple without being an outer or inner disciple. Various resources will be shared with you. How about that?" he said, eagerness lingering in his words.

In response, Long Tian smiled. "I'm just surveying the conditions of several sects, Master Shi. As for my choice, I will join the Xuantian Academy," he said.

Hearing this, Shi Huang felt disappointed, sighing softly. "It would have been great if you joined my sect, Long Tian. Well, the Xuantian Academy is a wise choice, being one of the best academies in the entire Han Empire," he said.

Long Tian nodded. Then, he asked again, "So, Master Shi, I came here not just to say that. Why are there so many people in the sect's area?"

Upon hearing this question, Shi Huang felt somewhat skeptical about whether he should tell Long Tian or not.

But after a few moments, he finally answered, "Well, we are going to attack a sect, and it will happen tonight. Don't worry, Long Tian; you don't need to be involved in that. With the medal I gave you, you can practice Wudang Sect techniques."

Hearing this, Long Tian rubbed his chin, even though he grinned inwardly. He knew Shi Huang was trying to hide the information that the Wudang Sect and the alliance of the three forces would attack the Golden Star Sect.

Of course, it was futile because he already knew. But knowing they would attack tonight made him quite happy. He wouldn't participate in this assault; in fact, he planned to relax in the Wudang Sect today.

"Alright, Master Shi. I guess that's not important to me. I want to go to the technique room; can I learn there?" he asked.

"Of course, I'll escort you," Shi Huang nodded.

"And can I take them home?" Long Tian asked again.

Shi Huang chuckled softly, "If you agree to join the Wudang Sect, I'll allow you to take as many as you want home," he said.

"Well, then I'll be in the technique room a bit longer," Long Tian said.

Shi Huang didn't press further and immediately walked with Long Tian, escorting him to the technique room.

This was actually a good idea. If Long Tian knew that the Wudang Sect had many excellent techniques, especially those related to the soul, it might influence his decision to join the Wudang Sect.

Of course, no matter how talented Long Tian was, he couldn't master a technique within a few hours. Even a genius needed at least several days.

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Time passed quickly, and the sun had vanished, replaced by the dark night.

Inside a spacious training chamber...

Bang!

A wooden puppet shattered into pieces from Long Tian's long-range wind strike.

He was sweating, but a grin adorned his face. He had just mastered the intermediate-level technique: Wind Strike, allowing him to strike objects from a distance using the assistance of wind.

He was very satisfied. In just four hours, he had mastered 15 Wudang Sect techniques, ranging from low to intermediate level, and even one high-level technique.

All thanks to his incredibly high talent, enabling him to comprehend and learn anything in a short time.

Long Tian looked back, where there was a stack of thin to medium-sized books, totaling more than 50 techniques.

"As long as I have time here, I will learn anything!" he grinned.

With that determination, he continued to practice...

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Meanwhile, outside the chamber, on the expansive field, hundreds of individuals clad in black attire stood poised for the imminent battle, representing three factions: the Wudang Sect, Xuantian Academy, and the imperial forces.

Among the assembled, Qin Chen's enthusiasm was unparalleled. Tonight, he would participate solely for the prospect of obtaining Guo Jian's Heartblade. The fact that it was an imperial treasure held no sway over him.

His determination stemmed from his unwavering desire to win Li Yue'er. Even if he had to relinquish the Heartblade to Long Tian, he was willing, knowing it would lead him to her.

Shen Yulan, in her spectral form, felt a bad omen. She could sense Qin Chen's gaze, which felt like obsession and impatience.

But even so, she tried to convince herself that nothing bad would happen.