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The Cannon Fodder Turns His Sister Into A Soaring Phoenix C88

Chapter 88: Senior Brother, Becomes a Companion

On the mountain peak of Xuanxing Sect, the snow covering the surface gradually melted away. Under the gentle spring breeze, the buds emerged from the soil. However, inside the secluded cave, it remained as cold as a winter day, and the once grey stone surface now had a layer of frost.

The moisture in the air crystallised into ice droplets the moment it entered the cave through the cracks, falling to the ground. Pei Lianxue, seated in the centre of the cave, opened her eyes. She exhaled a breath of white mist and looked around. Seeing no sign of her senior brother, a hint of disappointment appeared on her face.

“Stinky Brother… I had reached maturity a month ago. Why hasn’t he sent me a gift yet? Humph~” Pei Lianxue puffed her cheeks, but after a moment, she smiled and sighed in relief.

“Sigh–“

She understood that during the foundation-building

process, any disturbance was not allowed. Therefore the spirit gathering formation was inside the cave, surrounded by a soundproof barrier. Even if chaos unfolded outside, no sound would penetrate.

I just wanted to complain a bit, She thought. But at the same time, she eagerly anticipated… I wonder what gift my senior brother has prepared for me… I really want to go out quickly. It’s been so long since I saw him… I miss him so much.

Yet, a twinge of worry lingered. “Speaking of which, Yunluo and that fool should have finished building their foundations long ago… Will they take my senior brother away from me?”

After contemplating for a while, Pei Lianxue shook her head. “Forget it, thinking about it won’t help. Building the foundation as soon as possible is the right path.” With that, she closed her eyes again, straightened her back, redirected her spiritual energy, and continued her foundation building.

On the martial arts field of Tianyun Peak, numerous disciples gathered around the martial arts platform, focusing their gaze on Ye Anping, dressed in a moon-white gown at the centre.

Many were Ye Anping’s regular customers, dropping their tasks upon hearing about his sword trial with Elder Qin at Tianyun Peak and rushing over for a spectacle.

“How long do you think Young Master Ye can last on stage?”

“I estimate he’ll likely lose within three moves. It’s Elder Qin, after all. But then again, hasn’t Master Ye built his foundation in these past few months? I remember the last time I visited his shop, he was only at the fifth, sixth, seventh, or eighth level of Qi refining. Hasn’t his cultivation speed been astonishingly fast?”

“Regardless, he is a young master, and he’s skilled in physical therapy. What’s so surprising about that? Slow progress would be more concerning.”

The male disciples were amazed by Ye Anping’s training speed and eagerly bet on how many moves he could withstand in front of Elder Qin.

The female disciples, on the other hand, were different. Many of them went to Ye Anping’s store for physical therapy, attracted by his good looks.

“Come on, Ye Young Master!!”

“Master Ye, be careful not to get hurt.”

“Elder Qin, don’t hit Young Master Ye in the face!!!”

Ye Anping did not expect so many people to come and watch his sword test with Qin Ruyi. He didn’t know how to react, but he wouldn’t change his plan.

After about three moves, he would deliberately lose. Moreover, he could only use the sword tactics of the Hundred Lotus Sect and must not use the Moon Shadow Sword Sect’s Sword Questioning Technique.

The Sword Questioning Technique was similar to Pei Lianxue’s Leaves Shadow Sword Technique, both being secret techniques of the Moon Shadow Sword Sect.

Qin Ruyi was an experienced swordsman. If Ye Anping used the Sword Questioning Technique, it would lead to questions like, “Where did you learn the Sword Technique?” and could complicate things, possibly involving him in the Moon Shadow Sword Sect’s plot.

Elder Qin, looking at the disciples around, joked with Ye Anping, “Seems like you’re quite popular among my Tianyun Peak disciples?”

Ye Anping, feeling awkward, replied politely, “Elder Qin, you jest. Previously, I did business in Fang City, and Senior Bai Yuexin brought most customers, so I dealt mostly with Tianyun Peak disciples.”

“Haha. Looks like I can’t go easy on you in this sword test,” Elder Qin teased.

“This… please show mercy, Elder Qin,” Ye Anping responded with a wry smile.

“Alright, come on.”

“Then please give me some advice, Elder Qin!”

With Elder Qin’s nod, Ye Anping swiftly approached, demonstrating impressive speed and agility. The wind rose as he swung the wooden sword, creating a tornado of fallen leaves.

Witnessing this, the Tianyun Peak disciples were astonished, some unable to follow Ye Anping’s movements. Even Elder Qin, despite his surprise, gracefully dodged the initial attacks. However, when Ye Anping raised the third sword, Elder Qin closed the distance, grabbing his wrist and effortlessly disarming him. The wooden sword fell to the ground with a clang.

Ye Anping was momentarily stunned, quickly closed his eyes to stabilise his breath, took a step back, and respectfully bowed with clasped fists.

“…”

Elder Qin placed the wooden sword behind her back, nodding to him,

“Not bad, good comprehension, excellent foundation, and precise use of spiritual power. At your age, you are already outstanding. However…”

She paused, and Ye Anping quickly responded, “Please speak, Elder Qin.”

“Elder Qin, please speak frankly.”

Elder Qin nodded, continuing, “To be honest, your sword technique is poor. It’s too open, chaotic, and disordered. Is this the sword technique of the Hundred Lotus Sect?”

“Yes, the Hundred Lotus Sword Technique of the Hundred Lotus Sect,” Ye Anping replied politely. “The Hundred Lotus Sword Technique is derived from various sects, a mix, but it lacks integration. I have always felt it’s more of a showpiece.”

“Oh?” Elder Qin hummed softly. “As the young master of the Hundred Lotus Sect, shouldn’t you argue for your sect’s sword technique?”

“A difference is a difference. If a disciple refutes it, it would be a strong argument.”

“That’s all… I’ll choose a sword art suitable for you in a few days. Don’t practice the sword art of the Hundred Lotus Sect. You’ll miss it by then.”

“Yes, thank you, Elder.”

Elder Qin nodded in satisfaction, then patted Ye Anping on the shoulder, saying, “However, I must commend you. Your foundation is, as Mr. Qi described, much better than… some people!”

While saying this, Elder Qin glanced at several Xuanxing Sect disciples who were watching. The gaze was like a knife, making those glared at their necks.

“Okay, let’s go to the embroidery workshop in the Tianyun Peak to get clothes and identity tags.”

“Yes, Elder. This disciple will leave first.”

Ye Anping bowed again, picked up the fallen wooden sword, placed it back on the nearby rack, and then walked back in the direction of Xiao Yunluo.

Having witnessed his sword test with Elder Qin, Xiao Yunluo, upon his approach, put her hands on her hips and asked, “Ye Anping, did you not use your full strength just now?”

“Why do you say that?” Ye Anping replied casually. “I was facing a Nascent Soul stage elder. If I hadn’t used my full strength, I wouldn’t have been able to withstand even one sword. I just held on for three swords.”

“I don’t believe it. You definitely didn’t use your full strength!”

Ye Anping shrugged, indifferent, and quickly changed the topic, “Anyway, I passed the test. Elder Qin asked me to go to the embroidery workshop to get the uniform.”

Xiao Yunluo stared at him for a while, realising she wouldn’t get any more information, so she stopped asking, turned around, and stepped on her flying sword.

“Follow me. I’ll take you to the embroidery workshop.”

“Um.”

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