Fantasy: Immortality Begins with Absorbing Demons

Chapter 116 Challenge

"Oh, Song Qing, do you have any advice for me?"

Elder Li had long disliked Song Qing, and if Elder Song hadn't been there, he would have slapped him to death.

"This humble one is terrified and unsure how to instruct the elder, but there is one thing I do not understand..."

Song Qing bowed deeply to Elder Li and said respectfully.

"May I ask, Elder, who is this Han Yi? Why was he promoted to inner disciple when we didn't see him in the competition just now?"

Before Elder Li could speak, Song Qing spoke first.

As soon as Song Qing finished speaking, the previously quiet disciples erupted into a frenzy, like ants on a hot plate. "Yeah, I knew the numbers didn't add up! There was definitely something fishy going on!"

"What conspiracy? I've heard of Han Yi. I heard he made great contributions before!"

"You're talking nonsense. So what if you've made a great contribution? It might have been a pre-arranged achievement. I think it's all a favored individual, a shady deal!"

"quiet!"

Elder Li frowned and shouted sternly, "Han Yi made great contributions in protecting the sect's treasures. This is a special reward granted by the sect. What, Song Qing, are you not satisfied?"

Elder Li's skill was so profound that his loud shout made everyone's eardrums buzz; he intended to suppress the matter.

It wasn't because Han Yi held such an important place in his heart, but simply because Han Yi's becoming an inner disciple involved a case of 'traitor,' and he didn't want to create any more complications or trouble.

“I naturally believe what the elders say, but…”

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When Song Qing saw Elder Li get angry, he shrank back. This was a martial arts master who had opened the meridians, not his old man!

Fortunately, Elder Song gave him a wink, and knowing that he had someone backing him up, Song Qing continued, "However, the sect values ​​subduing people through martial arts and upholding fairness and justice. Today, relying solely on past merits may not be enough to gain people's trust!"

"Yes, yes, why should we only look at the merits we made before... then wouldn't all the blood we shed today have been shed in vain..."

Among the crowd, some who wanted to curry favor with Song Qing immediately fanned the flames and started shouting.

The warriors, still fired up from their fierce battle, couldn't resist such incitement and began to clamor.

This time, no matter how Elder Li shouted, it was to no avail!

"Hmph, Song Qing, what are you planning to do?"

Elder Li exuded a sharp aura and spoke in a deep voice. He knew that Song Qing was the leader, and everything would be fine as long as he dealt with him.

"Elder Li, since Han Yi has made such a great contribution, his strength must be formidable. Why don't I have a match with Han Yi? If he has the strength to become an inner disciple, he will naturally gain our recognition!"

Song Qing's words were brilliantly crafted and logically sound, immediately winning applause from the many outer disciples.

"I'd heard people say that Song Qing deserted his post and was of poor character, but now it seems that might not be true..."

"Yes, he actually dared to withstand the pressure of a Meridian Opening Martial Master and stand up for us newly promoted disciples. He is truly a dragon among men!"

"Excellent! I'll follow Senior Brother Song from now on. Such demeanor and bearing are worthy of our friendship!"

Song Qing's words instantly won him several sycophantic junior brothers, and several female martial artists even showed admiration in their eyes.

But looking at their broad shoulders and thick waists, their strong muscles, compared to the slender Song Qing, it was like a beauty and the beast pairing.

In martial arts training, strength is of paramount importance. Most ordinary female martial artists' training manuals mainly focus on cultivating strength. Therefore, they are all muscular and strong-looking. After all, if they are too weak, they simply cannot lift heavy weapons.

Female martial artists like Qianxue, with their delicate physiques and beautiful appearances, constitute only a small fraction. Perhaps only a small number of female martial artists can cultivate martial arts techniques that prevent the growth of muscles…

"Song Qing, don't think I don't know what you're up to. Before I lose my temper, let's end this farce here!"

To everyone's surprise, Elder Li became even more furious upon hearing this.

"Elder Li, there are rules within the sect that once a challenge is initiated, even the sect elders have no right to interfere!"

"Can't I even have a match with Brother Han?" Song Qing looked at Elder Song on the high platform, swallowed hard, gritted his teeth, and said loudly.

Song Qing had already devised a plan. He knew that Han Yi's entry into the inner sect was due to Elder Li's connections, so he first proposed to compete with Han Yi. If Elder Li disagreed, he would use this as leverage to force the sect to put pressure on Elder Li.

If Elder Li agrees, that would be even better. With his strength greatly increased, dealing with a mere Han Yi would be a piece of cake.

Han Yi is from Elder Li's lineage. Defeating Han Yi would not only embarrass Elder Li, but also enhance one's own prestige within the sect!

This was a plan that Song Qing proposed to his father, Elder Song, which could be described as killing two birds with one stone!

Even Elder Song, who had always felt that his son was not mature enough, was greatly pleased and believed that with such a gifted son, the Song family was on the verge of prosperity!

"Han Yi, what do you think? Why don't you give it a try?"

Elder Li was now in a difficult position, unable to express his grievances, so he turned to the protagonist for advice. However, the implication in his words was clear: Han Yi was to accept the challenge!

Elder Li reasoned that between two evils, he should choose the lesser. Even if Han Yi was no match for Song Qing and would lose face, it was still much better than the sect reopening the investigation into the 'traitor' case.

He seemed completely oblivious to the fact that if Han Yi were no match for Song Qing, the battle would result in anything from minor injuries to a decline in his cultivation, or even the end of his martial arts career!

Everyone turned to look, and there stood a young man carrying a giant sword. He had a handsome face and a straight posture like a javelin. His sky-blue clothes perfectly highlighted his outstanding temperament.

Li Tie, standing next to him, unconsciously shifted a step away, his face showing an innocent expression. He clearly didn't want to get involved. He and Han Yi had some acquaintance, but they were far from being sworn brothers.

At this moment, Han Yi lowered his head, concealing the chilling glint in his dark, night-like eyes. 'In the sect, martial arts are highly valued. Challenges between disciples are tacitly permitted, used to hone their skills. Losing is not a big deal, but if one dares not accept a challenge and earns a reputation for cowardice, there will likely be more trouble in the future!'

'The challenge itself is fine; the key issue is that Elder Li, Song Qing, and Elder Song behind him are using me as a bargaining chip in their struggle, manipulating me at will!'

Han Yi clenched his fist, his sharp nails digging deep into his flesh.