Cultivating In Secret Beside A Demoness

Chapter 1262: The Whole Sect Knows That You Are Looking For A Partner (1)

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

The wind swayed the spirit herbs in the courtyard and rustled the leaves.

Three people stood there. The person in the lead looked somber.

The woman’s eyes were filled with doubt.

Jiang Hao lowered his head respectfully. He was a little surprised.

His Master’s question caught him off guard. He could not help but feel a little worried.

Although he had become a True Immortal, for some reason, he felt as if his Master had seen through him.

It was impossible!

If his Master had really seen through him, he would not be asking something like that.

He probably felt that Jiang Hao was hiding something.

Thoughts raced through Jiang Hao’s mind before he finally sighed and said, “I can’t hide it from you, Master.”

His aura then shifted from the middle stage of the Primordial Spirit Realm to the late stage. His cultivation was slightly higher than Junior Brother’s Han.

Ning Xuan was shocked. ‘Late stage of the Primordial Spirit Realm…’

He was on par with her. He might even surpass her realm.

She had witnessed Jiang Hao’s growth. It seemed he was about to surpass her soon.

It happened so fast. She felt a bit sentimental.

Many people felt that Junior Brother Han Ming was the most dazzling disciple of the Cliff of Broken Hearts.

Most of them dismissed Jiang Hao because they assumed he followed the Blood Wish Path.

Han Ming seemed simply unable to catch up to this person.

There were a few times when she thought Han Ming might finally catch up to him, but he broke through to a new stage or realm right at that time.

It was as though this person was trying his best to stay one step ahead.

“Do you plan to challenge the candidate in the late-stage category?” Ku Wu Chang remained indifferent as ever.

He was referring to the candidacy regarding the seat of the top disciple.

“I plan to do that today,” Jiang Hao said.

Since he had revealed it and had to leave on the sect mission soon, he had to make his move.

“Do you want me to arrange anything?” asked Ku Wu Chang.

Jiang Hao shook his head.

His Master’s intervention would be too noticeable, and that was not what he wanted.

“Han Ming will be back soon,” Ku Wu Chang said to him.

Jiang Hao nodded.

When Han Ming returned, he would definitely challenge him again.

Most people at the Cliff of Broken Hearts did not know that Han Ming always challenged him after he advanced, but it seemed his Master was aware of it.

It made sense since Han Ming had to seek the Cliff Master’s guidance for sword cultivation.

Whenever Han Ming failed, he sought the Master’s guidance.

Jiang Hao wondered if his master was hinting for him to go easy on Han Ming.

It made sense. It had been a while since Jiang Hao had faced Han Ming in a serious duel. He planned to start on equal footing, then gradually let Han Ming gain the upper hand.

After twenty moves, he would show weakness. After thirty moves, he would reveal a flaw. At the fortieth move, he would pretend to be on the verge of defeat. After fifty moves, he would use the strength of the late stage of the Primordial Spirit Realm.

That would give Han Ming enough confidence to try again.

His master would likely approve of this approach, as it fostered camaraderie and made things easier for everyone.

“The sect thinks that you’re looking for a partner,” said Ku Wu Chang.

‘What?!’ Jiang Hao was stunned.

He had not expected it.

He knew that his Master had wanted to meet him because he would have to lead the team to compete against the Fallen Moon Sect.

However, he did not think that was what was important.

“I think it’s a misunderstanding,” said Jiang Hao.

“There’s no misunderstanding. Miao Tinglian has been looking for a partner for you everywhere. Most people in the sect already know about this. They also know that she broke through from the Golden Core Realm to the late stage of the Primordial Spirit Realm just to find you a partner,” said Ku Wu Chang indifferently. “This has caused quite a stir among certain disciples.”

He was simply narrating Miao Tinglian’s actions without showing his own opinion or emotions.

“Senior Sister Miao feels indebted because I once helped her with something,” said Jiang Hao. “Since then, she has been trying to find me a partner thinking that she has to repay me. I’ve made it clear to her that she doesn’t have to do that and that I have no such intention. I didn’t expect her to persist with this matter.”

Ning Xuan found it peculiar.

Jiang Hao’s reputation at the Cliff of Broken Hearts was somewhat complicated.

Many people felt disdainful toward him and mocked him, but they still went to listen to his lectures on cultivation realms.

On the surface, many looked down on him. But they secretly wanted to be like him.

This paradox stemmed from his unproven fame. Even when his achievements were validated, many remained skeptical.

They thought that the Blood Wish Path was useless and anyone who followed it was unworthy.

However, they were in awe of Jiang Hao because everyone who followed that path perished while he thrived.

To them, a path deemed disgraceful couldn’t produce a true powerhouse without proof.

Ku Wu Chang did not seem to care about Jiang Hao’s explanation. He only said, “Because of Miao Tinglian’s efforts and actions, everyone thinks you are looking for a partner. That’s partly the reason why we have this particular sect’s mission.”

Jiang Hao was speechless.

So, this was all thanks to Miao Tinglian.

“Is the mission a competition that is supposed to take place in the arena?” Jiang Hao asked.

“No. It’s a mission involving three teams: the Foundation Establishment Realm, the Golden Core Realm, and the Primordial Spirit Realm. You will lead them all,” said Ku Wu Chang.

“I’m only at the late stage of the Primordial Spirit Realm. Logically, shouldn’t someone at the peak of the Primordial Spirit Realm lead them?” Jiang Hao asked.

“Yes. But you are a True Disciple who is also a candidate for the seat of the top disciple,” said Ku Wu Chang. “Even though you lost the title after leaving, you’re still unmatched unless there’s a significant cultivation gap. Your achievements and flawless mission record make you the best choice. Therefore, you must be selected as the leader this time. You are the one who excels at the Blood Wish Path, and the Task Hall also feels you can lead others well.”

Jiang Hao accepted this without much thought. The Task Hall was the one who assigned missions, and he simply had to follow them.