Creation of the Universe

Seeing Shen Jingming getting angry, the dogs around him were all eager to try, hoping to perform well in front of the prince, and maybe they would be appreciated.

Shen Zhan was alone and weak, so no one would be surprised if he chose to admit defeat on the spot. After all, there would be no good ending if he messed with the prince.

But he chose not to do so.

"Shen Jingming, I've already eliminated the scoundrels you asked Zhao Yunfeng to recruit in Wubei City. Now you've found a bunch of people like this from who knows where. Do you really expect them to help you get the Wind Spirit Flower?"

"Asshole, this prince is at the peak of the Void Realm of martial arts cultivation and does not need any help from anyone. The reason I let them follow me is just to give them an opportunity."

Shen Jingming swore solemnly and said some nonsense that even he himself did not believe.

The lackey beside him echoed, "The prince knows how to use people wisely and has given us the opportunity to show our abilities. His magnanimity and noble character are beyond the comprehension of someone like you. If you dare to talk nonsense again, I will tear your mouth apart!"

Shen Zhan smiled. "It's true that a dog is like its master. I've witnessed it today."

"Shen Jingming, we'll see!"

"Prince, Shen Zhan is too arrogant. Let's teach him a lesson so that he won't be an eyesore in front of us all the time."

Shen Jingming said in a deep voice: "No, that would be too easy for him. We should go to Cangyun Mountain first. There will be a chance to make him regret what he said now."

Shen Jingming's decision not to take action at this time was actually the same as Shen Zhan's. Both sides were unwilling to make things worse in the city to avoid unnecessary trouble. However, things would be different when they arrived at Cangyun Mountain.

There, the sky is high and the emperor is far away, so it is not a problem to do anything you want. After you are done, there are many ways to cover it up. At that time, you can just say that it was an accident and no one will care.

Shen Jingming and his entourage went out of the city with great fanfare, and then another man passed through the city gate on horseback.

The one who appeared in front of Shen Zhan this time was Shen Yujin, the sixth daughter of King Jinning. If Shen Zhan remembered correctly, she had obtained the Dao rules last year, but he was not sure which level of Dao rules she had obtained.

Shen Yujin glanced at Shen Zhan sideways, but did not say anything. Instead, he spurred his horse and sped forward.

Her participation in the trial this time was very surprising. After all, many of her brothers and sisters chose to stay away and not get involved in this mess because they did not want to compete with Shen Jingming.

Shen Zhan didn't take her seriously and then officially set off for Cangyun Mountain.

In the territory of Jining, Cangyun Mountain and Cangmang Mountain face each other from north to south. The mountains are continuous and are recognized as the place where spiritual energy gathers.

Among them, the Shenmu Cliff in Cangyun Mountain is the most dangerous. It is rumored that many people have encountered opportunities there. Although the authenticity cannot be confirmed, at least some natural treasures can be found there.

The last time Shen Yunli obtained the Dao Fruit was in Cangyun Mountain, which was enough to show that the spiritual energy in this mountain was extremely rich and contained many opportunities.

Shen Zhan continued walking and arrived at the foot of Cangyun Mountain before sunset.

Since the Wind Spirit Flower only blooms at dawn, no one is in a hurry to climb up the Shenmu Cliff. Before that, the most important thing is to ensure that they are not eliminated by other competitors.

So although the palace trial seems simple, the real test lies in the fight between each other. In the end, there will only be one person who can climb up the Shenmu Cliff and pick the Wind Spirit Flower.

"Pang Bao, you dare to attack me? You are courting death!"

"Why are you yelling? This is the palace's trial. Even if I don't get the Wind Spirit Flower in the end, as long as I perform well in the trial, I still have a chance to be valued by the Jinning Palace. It's always good for me to eliminate one more person."

"Okay, let's see who has the last laugh!"

As they were talking, the two men drew their swords and started fighting fiercely not far from Shen Zhan.

They were a little impatient, but such things would continue to happen throughout the night. The opportunity to take the test was hard to come by, especially for those of humble origins. This was the best chance they could have to change their fate.

As long as he could be recruited by the Jinning Palace, he could improve his status and live a better life.

Shen Zhan turned a blind eye to the battle happening around him. At this moment, he just wanted to find a suitable place to light a bonfire and close his eyes to rest.

The success or failure of the trial will only be known at dawn tomorrow, so there is no need to rush.

Just as he was walking towards the middle of the mountain, he heard faint and malicious footsteps behind him. From the initial concealment to the subsequent blatantness, it was obvious that the person following him had decided to choose Shen Zhan as his target.

"Are you sure you want to attack me now?"

Shen Zhan asked with his back to the other person, but it was more like a warning.

The latter took a few quick steps to allow Shen Zhan to enter his attack range.

Then he said, "I know you are Shen Zhan, the abandoned son of the palace. I heard that King Jinning recently gave you the empty title of General Guarding the Nation. It sounds quite impressive."

Shen Zhan said, "Looks like I didn't scare you, did I?"

"Hehe, when I was leaving the city, I saw that you and the prince were not on good terms. If I get rid of you here, the prince will definitely reward me handsomely. I won't miss such a good opportunity."

"Then stop talking nonsense and take action."

When Shen Zhan turned around, someone took the initiative to kill the troublemaker with a knife.

"Idiot, everyone on the mountain right now is your enemy. You didn't even take precautions at all. You deserve to die."

The person who did it turned around and looked at Shen Zhan, holding a bloody knife.

"Hachioji, I killed this man for you, but you don't have to thank me, because you will be my next target."

His name was Xue Ren, the son of guerrilla general Xue Gui.

Not long ago, he obtained the Dao rules on the same day as Shen Zhan, but he obtained the sixth-level Dao rules, which made him quite talented among everyone.

Shen Zhan said calmly, "It seems that you are also planning to ask Shen Jingming for credit and reward."

"Don't get me wrong, I just want to complete the trial with all my strength."

As he spoke, Xue Ren held the knife horizontally and poured spiritual power into the blade. During this month, he raised his cultivation to the peak of the martial arts spirit-breaking realm.

Although Shen Zhan was annoyed, he thought that this would be a good opportunity to try out the sword given to him by the Prime Minister, so he gladly accepted the challenge.

Just as he was about to unfold the map of mountains, rivers and stars and take out the long sword, he saw a third person approaching quickly. This person turned out to be Shen Yujin.