White-Robed Chief

Chu Li watched Yang Ying’s slender silhouette gradually disappear into the distance, his expression falling and his eyebrows locking together.

The White Tiger Sect was indeed powerful because they could adapt to circumstances. They knew to use sexual entrapment when they were on the brink of defeat and, despite being one of the four major sects, never once felt that using that to their advantage was demeaning in any way. Instead, they never hesitated to use it and were always able to turn strength into grace, changing according to the situation easily.

This was not something that ordinary people neither possessed nor had the ability to wield effectively. Getting over hatred was something that was easier said than done; needing to suppress the doubts and complaints of countless people had to be done, and he could just imagine the pressure they were under.

However, he was merely speculating, as there was no conclusive evidence for such a thing yet.

Yang Ying was put in the middle of the situation. However, she had no self-awareness for she did not know that the White Tiger Sect had countless spies in Gale City. If Yang Ying had really snuck out, the people of White Tiger Sect would have already found out and would have long stopped her.

The normal reaction would have been bringing her back out of worry that she would be killed by Chu Li, not letting her wreak chaos to irritate him. No matter how slow the reaction of the White Tiger Sect, they would have long reacted already.

Maybe they thought of this idea because news of his obsession with Yue Ru had spread. Based on physical appearance alone, Yang Ying was definitely superior, not to mention her lively and cheerful personality, thus lowering people’s wariness of her even further.

Chu Li stroked his jaw a few times.

This was one amazing aspect of the White Tiger Sect. Despite having such a lively and cheerful female disciple, the White Tiger Sect may not actually be afraid that love may blossom between both of them. After all, girls like her easily gained favor, any person regardless of man or woman would like her and anything associated with her, thus reducing the resentment and hostility which the White Tiger Sect faced.

He then shook his head and smiled; he was thinking too much into this.

He looked at the people in gray lying on the ground and his expression fell once more.

They had arrived abruptly and strangely, for it was obvious they were not from Gale City. They might be people from a sect that did not have a clear grasp of Chu Li’s abilities. After this incident, they would definitely send more powerful people to assassinate Chu Li.

The fact that they had attacked him so hastily meant that it was absolutely necessary for them to do so.

There were two parts to his cultivation level. The first part was his original cultivation level; Cloud Slashing Power and Heavenly Demonic Power were both compatible with the Life and Death Scripture, thus they were at their peaks. In the beginning, he was slightly weaker than Fang Qingyang, a Priest from the Holy Church of Light. However, after perfecting Divine Light Body, his speed had increased tremendously, thus allowing him to defeat Fang Qingyang.

The second part was the cultivation level of his Divine Light Technique.

Ever since he arrived in the Li Dynasty, he had used the Life and Death Scripture to completely set aside his original cultivation level so that he would become someone without inner energy, thus allowing him to cultivate the Divine Light Technique from scratch.

By cultivating the Divine Light Technique and Maha-Vairocana’s Immobility Scripture together, he was able to cultivate Divine Light Body, which in turn advanced his Divine Light Technique quickly. However, he did only cultivate it for two months, so there was a limit to his speed. Based on his cultivation level of it alone, he was still far inferior to the Elders of the White Tiger Sect, let alone Fang Qingyang. He could not even compare to the outer mountain disciples that had been cultivating for ten years.

However, he had achieved the Light Blade’s ninth tier, which meant that his actual strength was leagues above his cultivation level.

It was the same as suddenly wielding a pistol during the era of cold weapons; he had killed an Elder of the White Tiger Sect using his Light Blade, so facing the outer mountain disciples was a piece of cake.

This way, becoming the champion in the martial arts competition with the outer mountain disciples was well within his grasp.

This would definitely make him a pain in the eyes of the outer mountain disciples who had trained diligently for more than ten years all for becoming champion. After they have extracted him from their flesh, uniting to kill him would definitely become their next step.

Once this thought came to mind, his mouth pulled into an icy sneer. He wanted to see just what type of people they would send; these repulsive ones that had arrived today were quite a disappointment.

…

Early in the morning the next day, Chu Li went to the Nine Star Tower for his breakfast as usual.

This time, however, he managed to snag a window seat. As he settled down into the table by the window, he looked down at the people coming and going below. It was a noisy but trivial scene, but the scent of life wafted into his nose all the same. He felt like he was finally witnessing the lives of the common folk right in front of him; he no longer felt like he was sitting on a cloud that was inaccessible and far away.

Suddenly, the sound of footsteps could be heard. Accompanied by a faint fragrance was Yang Ying, who walked over to his table with light steps. She promptly took the seat in front of him and waved her hand to beckon a servant over so that she could quickly order a list of dishes.

Chu Li gazed at her grudgingly. “Miss Yang, didn’t you return for some tedious Isolated Cultivation?”

“I don’t want to go back yet.” Yang Ying continued, “I’ve finally left the mountain after much difficulty. I’ll definitely be punished if I go back, then I won’t be able to leave the mountain for at least a few years. I want to enjoy myself to my heart’s content first!”

“How many days do you want to spend enjoying yourself?” asked Chu Li.

“I don’t know.” Yang Ying replied, “I want to enjoy myself for as long as I can, but I think Master will come looking for me very soon. The Roaring Tiger Clan have all promised to keep things a secret, but I’m sure they’ve definitely reported me secretly!”

Chu Li smiled as he said, “There’s not much to do in Gale City.”

“There’s plenty to do.” Yang Ying complimented, “It’s so lively here. Plus, the food of the Nine Star Tower is delicious!”

Chu Li nodded his head. It was no wonder she managed to order so many dishes; it seemed that she had been eating a lot here so her research of their dishes was almost done.

Yang Ying inched forward, her bright eyes sizing him up.

Chu Li felt no malice towards her and instead found her very endearing.

Due to his physical appearance, there were not a lot of beauties who wouldn’t mind being close to him. Yang Ying’s dauntlessness and friendliness made him feel exceptionally well about her.

Chu Li took a sip of alcohol before looking out the window, his expression reserved.

Yang Ying chuckled lightly.

Chu Li’s gaze snapped towards her. “What is it?”

“I just find you quite ridiculous.”

Chu Li asked, “How am I ridiculous?”

“Do you truly like Miss Yue Ru?”

Chu Li remained silent.

Saying yes or no to the question would be troublesome regardless, so his best bet was to keep quiet.

“Seemed to be that Miss Yue Ru favors that Lu Xiaofeng quite a bit, though,” said Yang Ying.

Chu Li nodded his head.

“I heard you’ve obtained our White Tiger Armor?”

“Yes.”

“I’ll help you pursue Miss Yue Ru again in return for you giving me a set of White Tiger Armor, how does that sound?”

Chu Li shook his head with a laugh. “A friend in need is a friend indeed, I’ve never forced anyone to do anything.”

“I’ll go and cripple that Lu Xiaofeng’s martial arts so that he’ll properly practice Isolated Cultivation.” Yang Ying continued excitedly, “Then you can take the opportunity to win Miss Yue Ru’s heart!”

Chu Li laughed. “With a face like this, it won’t matter how long I stay by her side.”

“Your face is definitely a little bad.” Yang Ying sized him up once more before shaking her head. “You have terrible luck since your parents didn’t give you a handsome face. I, on the other hand, am much luckier!”

As she spoke, she cupped her delicate face in her hands, obviously quite pleased with herself.

Chu Li felt at ease speaking to her, his mood lifting significantly.

Yang Ying set her small hands down and spoke seriously, “Our White Tiger Sect possesses the White Tiger Bonesetting Technique. Once you’ve mastered it, your flat nose will turn sharp and your cheekbones will be shortened. You’ll definitely look much better, do you want to give it a go?”

Chu Li arched an eyebrow.

Yang Ying continued, “A set of White Tiger Armor.”

Chu Li immediately shook his head.

Yang Ying huffed, “Just think about it. You’re so skilled in martial arts, if you were just a bit more handsome, do you think you’ll still need to worry about women disliking you? Isn’t a White Tiger Armor set in exchange worth it?”

“Not at all,” said Chu Li with a shake of his head.

“You’re such a boring person!” Yang Ying groaned, “It’s no wonder women dislike you!”

Chu Li glared at her.

Yang Ying then said, “Why not you tell me how you’ll give me a set of White Tiger Armor back?”

“Impossible.” Chu Li shook his head once more.