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Chapter 50: True Genius
Author: Gu Zhenren
2013-02-09
This battle was the first time Chu Yun fully unleashed the Dao Transformation. The results of the fight left him both shocked and filled with wry smiles.
“Dao Transformation is abnormally powerful, truly a peerless cultivation method that the Night Emperor poured his heart and soul into, gathering countless wise individuals to create. However, this cultivation method cannot be used frequently… Even the Tribulation Demon Crystal was dissolved. If it were left for the Sky Fox, its cultivation would have soared immensely,” Chu Yun lamented in his heart, regretting it deeply.
Under the Grand Dao Transformation, nothing could remain. This great battle, aside from one Hegemon captive, yielded no spoils of war. This was not in line with Chu Yun’s style.
Chu Yun deactivated the battle formation and reappeared on the battlefield. The fierce battle had concluded with a victory for the Dunhuang Royal Family.
“After this battle, the Dunhuang Royal Family will regain control of the kingdom. An era of the Queen of Dunhuang is about to begin,” Chu Yun said with deep emotion.
Before his rebirth, he had never imagined he would participate in shaping history like this.
The fact that Shi Jiaming was Jin Bihan still felt surreal to him. This was a future King!
There have always been geniuses in this world whose existence disheartens ordinary people. Mortals, when compared to them, negate their own worth.
Chu Yun, with his past life’s experience, knew that Jin Bihan had not yet reached her true period of rapid growth. In over ten years, she would grow to become the Queen of Dunhuang, one of the seven King level powerhouses in Xingzhou. She would stand at the pinnacle of Beast Tamers, gazing at the heavens and looking down upon the earth.
This period of rapid growth often involved the awakening of superior bloodlines, causing a drastic improvement in youth. Both physical fitness, soul, and spirit would see significant progress every day.
In comparison, Chu Yun’s aptitude was rather ordinary. His rebirth had only granted him a refined soul; his physical fitness and spirit volume were things he had painstakingly achieved through his own relentless efforts and struggles in life-and-death situations.
“According to my father, my parents were both King level powerhouses. How could my talent be so mediocre? There must be some strange reason behind this, but my father remained tight-lipped, and I couldn’t press him.”
The thought of his parents caused Chu Yun to frown again. Logically, he should possess the bloodline of two King level powerhouses, yet his talent was mediocre. The so-called period of rapid growth simply did not exist for him. In his past life, he was already thirty-six and had not experienced any rapid growth.
“Never mind. Even without a period of rapid growth, so what? Have I relied on the patronage of my ancestors or the help of others to reach this point?” With this thought, Chu Yun let out a proud smile. Temporarily setting aside his confusion about his origins, he entered the main military tent and met the Dunhuang Princess.
However, Jin Bihan’s expression was grave, devoid of the joy of a great victory.
“Xiao Xiaoxian was injured. While we were fighting, someone directly attacked the royal city and found the place where Feiyu Sword Lord was imprisoned.”
This was truly dire news. Chu Yun narrowed his eyes and immediately asked, “Where is Xiao Xiaoxian? Is he seriously injured?”
“I am ashamed that the Sect Leader cares for me,” the tent flap was lifted, and Xiao Xiaoxian, limping on his right leg and with his left arm in a sling, appeared before Chu Yun, his voice choked with emotion.
“Who injured you so severely?” Chu Yun frowned. He knew Xiao Xiaoxian’s strength. He was a Hegemon, possessed many rare demonic creatures, had developed his own tactical style, and could even challenge those of higher levels.
“A young man who calls himself Erlang Tian Jun…” Xiao Xiaoxian’s expression turned solemn when he spoke of him. He had been ordered to guard the royal city and the prisoners, but his battle with Erlang Tian Jun had dealt him a heavy blow.
“Xingzhou truly hides its dragons and crouching tigers. This Erlang Tian Jun is unknown, his name isn’t on the Teng List. Yet, his strength is exceptional, far surpassing ordinary Jun level powerhouses. Even more surprising is that his age seems to be similar to yours, Chu Yun. When Xiao Xiaoxian first recounted the events, I could barely believe it,” Jin Bihan sighed after Xiao Xiaoxian had described the entire battle.
“So it’s Erlang Tian Jun,” Chu Yun murmured, his expression shifting.
“Sect Leader, you know him?” Xiao Xiaoxian was surprised.
“Know him? I’ve long admired his name,” Chu Yun thought to himself. Erlang Tian Jun, from a young age, possessed exceptional talent and a great aptitude for Beast Taming. He was a genius among geniuses with a strong bloodline foundation, and he welcomed his period of rapid growth very early on. He was also incredibly lucky, possessing demonic creatures that were either ancient or rare species. In over ten years, he and Jin Bihan would become one of the seven King level powerhouses, known as the King of Intuition. His name would be renowned throughout the land, he would awe one region, and stand at the pinnacle of Xingzhou.
“I’ve heard of him a little. He is the nephew of the Lord of Jianghan Kingdom, incredibly talented. At only 17 years old, he is already a Jun level powerhouse. He has been cultivating in Lijiang Grass Hall, hence his low profile, his fame only circulating within a small circle,” Chu Yun said.
“He’s only 17 years old? Isn’t that the same age as you, Sect Leader?” Xiao Xiaoxian’s eyes widened. Chu Yun was 17 and possessed five Tribulation Demons, making him a quasi-Jun level powerhouse. Erlang Tian Jun, at 17, was already a seasoned Jun level powerhouse.
Jin Bihan was also truly surprised: “I thought that with your existence, Chu Yun, one genius was already heaven’s grace and a blessing for all living beings. But I never expected there to be another person like him.”
Chu Yun looked at her and thought, “Aren’t you such a person?” In the future, Jin Bihan’s innate talent would erupt, ushering in her period of rapid growth. She would eventually catch up to Erlang Tian Jun and become a King level powerhouse of equal standing. However, for now, she was merely an unpolished gem. As for Xiao Xiaoxian, in over ten years, he would become the Marquis of Theft. He would be a Marquis level powerhouse famous throughout Xingzhou, breaking historical conventions, becoming a master of pilfering and thievery, and an undisputed top figure utterly lacking the demeanor of a master. He would be the kind of character that often gave King level powerhouses a severe headache.
Compared to them, Chu Yun was actually the least gifted. His current achievements were the result of his own hard work, coupled with opportune timing.
“In fact, there are still such people in Xingzhou. They just haven’t displayed their brilliance or become known,” Chu Yun smiled. Currently, with the seven Kings on equal footing, and no Emperor level powerhouses emerging in Xingzhou, this was the highest peak for Beast Tamers. However, in more than ten years, these Kings would be overthrown, and new young Kings would rise. It would be a great era of change, with dragons and snakes flying. Each of the seven young Kings would have their own legends and widely told stories. Chu Yun was currently in the spotlight, arguably the most dazzling person of the younger generation. But Chu Yun, who knew the history of his previous life, was self-aware – his current achievements would pale in comparison to those seven in the future. At best, he was merely a standout figure at the opening ceremony before this great era arrived.
No, there should only be six remaining. Ning Fanchen, before changing his name to Ning Tianwang, had died at his hands. His Blue Pottery Ancient Bowl, Lishan Dragon Eye Flower Branch, and other items were now Chu Yun’s demonic creatures. In fact, Chu Yun’s greatest achievement to date was killing Ning Tianwang. This was equivalent to killing a King level powerhouse in advance. As for Tie Ao, Chu Yun now thought that he was still far inferior to Ning Tianwang. In his past life, he had been able to contend with him for so long and divide half of the Archipelago between them, likely with the power of the Jianghan Kingdom secretly assisting him. After all, the Lord of Jianghan Kingdom would never want the Archipelago unified.
In history, the truth is often concealed. But now, as Chu Yun walked step by step, personally experiencing and reflecting, he had seen through many secrets of his past life.
“So, Erlang Tian Jun rushed to the Dunhuang Royal City and fought with you. He had a good opportunity to kill you, but he let you go and sent you back to deliver a message, is that right?” Chu Yun asked again.
“Precisely,” Xiao Xiaoxian gritted his teeth, utterly ashamed. He was not yet the Xiao Xiaoxian of the future, who, when unable to win, would run away and then return to launch sneak attacks, a “wretched style” that drove even Kings mad. His style had not yet fully developed, and he still possessed shame.
“If that’s the case, then it seems he is still in the Dunhuang Royal City and has not left,” Chu Yun said with a confident smile. “He’s waiting for me to return and fight him.” Chu Yun was well aware of the future King of Intuition’s personality. Among the seven young Kings, Ning Tianwang was arrogant, the Queen of Dunhuang was prideful, but the King of Intuition was a true martial arts fanatic. His upright character was like that of an ancient warrior. He never resorted to schemes or tricks, always preferring direct solutions.
“He is going to start traversing Xingzhou, testing his sword against the world. His first chosen opponent is me. One could say that fighting me is his primary objective, and rescuing Feiyu Sword Lord is secondary. I bet that when we return to the Dunhuang Royal City, he will be waiting at the entrance of the prison, and Feiyu Sword Lord will still be shackled and locked in her cell.” After a pause, Chu Yun added, “Given his personality, being straightforward, he will only do the second thing after completing the first.” Chu Yun’s words left Jin Bihan and Xiao Xiaoxian exchanging glances, skeptical. They could hardly imagine such a strange person existing in this world.
Dunhuang Royal City.
“Erlang Tian Jun, you idiot, let me out!” In the prison, Feiyu Sword Lord glared at Erlang Tian Jun, who was seated with his back to her at the entrance of the cell, and cursed. Erlang Tian Jun remained like a stone, ignoring her and staying silent. “How can there be a fool like you in this world? You’re not saving me and instead waiting for the enemy to come find you. Is there something wrong with your brain?” “This is the enemy’s stronghold, do you think they’ll fight you one by one? Even so, you can’t handle a war of attrition? Hurry up and let me out!” Feiyu Sword Lord’s hair was disheveled, her pretty face flushed with anger, her full chest rising and falling, so enraged she was almost fainting. Even when she had made a mistake and fallen into Chu Yun’s hands as a prisoner, she had never been this angry.
After shouting herself hoarse without receiving a response, she panted to catch her breath. Suddenly, Erlang Tian Jun spoke, “Saving you is just a side matter. Challenging the Little Tyrant is the primary task. I’ll save you after I’ve handled my business. If you continue to be noisy, even if I win, I won’t remember that there was a prisoner of Jun level status here.” His tone was exceptionally calm. Without turning his head, he left the elder Feiyu Sword Lord with only his back. Feiyu Sword Lord was dumbfounded, almost unable to breathe. Staring at Erlang Tian Jun’s retreating figure, she was speechless. She didn’t know whether to praise his confidence or condemn his idiocy.
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