Divine King of Honour

Chapter 331 Bringing Disgrace Upon Oneself

"Sword... the Third Level of Sword Force?"

Everyone's eyes widened, revealing an expression of disbelief.

Even Yann Hong and the others were incredibly shocked.

When had Xu Nian stepped into the Third Level?

Back when he first joined the Artifact Refining Sect, he was merely at the First Level of Sword Force.

Now, how much time had passed for him to have already reached the Third Level of Sword Force?

Xie Tiancheng was also stunned.

His mouth agape, he couldn't utter a word.

Just moments ago, he was feeling smug about being at the Second Level Realm of Sword Force.

He had even said that Xu Nian was shortsighted and envious of his talent.

But now, he had been slapped in the face, metaphorically speaking.

Under eighteen and already at the Third Level of Sword Force?

What kind of monstrous talent was this?

Xu Nian sneered disdainfully at the surprised look in Xie Tiancheng's eyes.

"Do you still think I'm shortsighted? Jealous of your talent? To tell you the truth, in my eyes, you're nothing but trash. If you really wanted to join the Artifact Refining Sect sincerely, would I have not welcomed you? But you joined with ulterior motives, even thinking of harming our Artifact Refining Sect Elders. Do you think I would still allow you to join?" Xu Nian responded with a cold sneer, his gaze sharp as a sword.

The crowd around nodded their heads in agreement.

They all felt Xu Nian's words made sense.

At this moment, they no longer doubted why Xu Nian, so young, could take the position of Artifact Refining Sect Master.

Such a monstrous and talented individual was bound to be a dominant figure in the future.

As long as he grew up, the status of the Artifact Refining Sect would be immeasurable.

Xie Tiancheng's face turned ashen. He had not expected his intentions to be seen through and to be confronted publicly by Xu Nian.

Now, even the look Yann Hong gave him had turned particularly cold.

Even if he could turn the situation around now, Yann Hong had already become wary of him.

So the chances of winning Yann Hong over were virtually nonexistent.

His plans were ruined, and he had been humiliated.

This made Xie Tiancheng extremely angry.

Yet, with the Artifact Refining Sect holding the greater numbers, if a fight broke out, not only would he not gain any advantage, but he might also even face a deadly outcome.

Suddenly, as if he had thought of something, a slight smile appeared on his lips again.

"I was wrong just now, I got a bit too emotional and angered the Sect Master. However, the Sect Master has wronged me. I genuinely want to join the Artifact Refining Sect," Xie Tiancheng said, tempering his anger.

Xu Nian continued to sneer.

Xie Tiancheng was still not giving up.

Despite how things had turned out, he was still trying to salvage his dignity.

"Are you serious about this?" Xie Tiancheng said with brightened eyes.

If Xu Nian truly gave up the position of Sect Master...

Not only could he easily obtain Yann Hong, but he would also gain a vast power.

"I always mean what I say," Xu Nian said with a sneer.

"Good, it's a deal then. I hope you won't go back on your word when the time comes," Xie Tiancheng said excitedly.

He had been contemplating before this stele for several hours and had begun to find some clues.

Even if Xu Nian were more formidable, without a few hours of entry-level practice, how could he comprehend the secrets within these sword marks?

Those around were equally astounded.

They had not expected Xu Nian to gamble his position as Sect Master against Xie Tiancheng.

If he really lost, wouldn't that mean he would really be handing over the Artifact Refining Sect?

But Xu Nian just smiled lightly.

Xie Tiancheng had indeed grasped some understanding after a few hours in advance.

But there are some things that the naked eye cannot perceive.

Like these sword marks, for instance.

He had just used his Gray Dragon Eye to take a look and didn't expect to make such an unexpected discovery.

Thus, Xie Tiancheng's challenge was merely bringing shame upon himself.

"If that's the case, then let's begin. We'll limit it to three hours. Afterward, we'll see whose sword technique is more powerful," Xie Tiancheng declared.

Having said that, he sat down cross-legged in front of the stele.

But Xu Nian, seeing this, did not do the same.

Instead, he walked slowly toward the stele.

Reaching out his hand to touch those sword marks.

"Don't! There is powerful Sword Qi within the sword marks!"

Someone in the crowd called out.

Xu Nian, however, turned a deaf ear and directly reached out to touch the sword marks.

"Whoosh!"

A terrifying Sword Qi burst forth from the marks instantly.

It slashed viciously towards Xu Nian.

Xu Nian, seeing this, also showed a hint of surprise.

He instantly turned into an afterimage, dodging the sword.

A massive sword mark appeared instantaneously on the distant wall.

Xie Tiancheng, seeing this, suddenly showed a mocking expression.

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