I Inherited 5,000 Years of Family Property

Chapter 1725 1230: My Goal Is That Position

"Oh? Is Wan Ning's rival here?"

As a seasoned Onmyoji, Zhang Menglong naturally understood the sarcastic undertones in others' words.

Although he didn't know who the owner of the voice was, from the tone and content, it wasn't hard to judge that this person didn't have a great relationship with Wan Ning, possibly even a mortal enemy!

Upon hearing this voice, Wan Ning immediately withdrew his palm, and his expression turned a bit grave.

"Xi Luo, I'm disciplining an ignorant brat, what's it to you?" Wan Ning's gaze locked onto a direction, and sure enough, a figure appeared in the sky not far away after a moment.

It was a young man wearing orange and white clothing, who also had a red identity card, though the patterns on it were quite different from Wan Ning's.

"It's a core disciple of the Sunset Sect!"

"Sunset Sect? Isn't it the lowest-ranked among the superpowers?"

"Speak softly, even if they're the lowest-ranked, we can't afford to provoke them. Besides, can't you see? Wan Ning clearly fears this person."

"You all don't know, do you? The reason Sunset Sect is considered the weakest isn't because their strength is weak or their foundation is weak, but because the number of their top-tier powerhouses is fewer than other superpowers. In a group brawl, they indeed fall behind, but in a one-on-one duel, I dare say no one from Sunset Sect fears anyone."

"Why is he standing up for Gu Tianle?"

"Isn't that obvious?" someone immediately replied, "The two of them clearly don't get along. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. He must be willing to see Wan Ning humiliated. Moreover, with Gu Tianle's terrifying potential, not only Wan Ning, but even other superpowers are definitely interested in recruiting him. Isn't this the perfect opportunity?"

"Hahaha, kid, you've got spirit, I like it. Why not consider joining our Sunset Sect? We need talents like you." The martial artist named Xi Luo extended an olive branch to Zhang Menglong.

"This sounds exactly like something Eunuch Cao from the Eastern Depot would say..." Zhang Menglong listened to the familiar line, his expression a bit twisted.

"Hahaha, Xi Luo, your Sunset Sect is already in decline. Other than the Sect Master and three Elders who have comprehended more than three levels of the Sunset Divine Art, the rest are worthless. I bet it won't be long before you're kicked out of the superpowers." Wan Ning taunted.

"Whether we'll be kicked out, I don't know," Xi Luo said, "but I know that if you say one more word, I'll beat you like a dead dog just like last time!"

"You!" Wan Ning was so angry that his face turned red.

"Wow!" The young talents immediately erupted in an uproar.

What did they just hear?

According to Xi Luo, he once beat Wan Ning like a dead dog?

Wan Ning didn't even attempt to refute, clearly admitting to it, which instantly overturned outsiders' conventional understanding and bias against the Sunset Sect.

Wasn't the Sunset Sect supposed to be the weakest? As core disciples, could people from the Sunset Sect actually thrash those from the Divine Profound Hall?

"You want to protect him?" Wan Ning pointed at Zhang Menglong.

"Gu Tianle, right?" Xi Luo looked at Zhang Menglong with a smile, "I saw your skills just now. If nothing unexpected happens, you'll definitely secure a spot this time. If you're willing to join our Sunset Sect, I'll take care of today's issue for you."

"You..." Wan Ning's face convulsed with anger, "Are you really going to oppose our Divine Profound Hall to the end?"

"Since when could a wastrel like you represent the Divine Profound Hall?" Xi Luo sneered, "Get your teacher over here, maybe he still has the qualifications to say that to me!"

"Is this guy really that impressive?" Zhang Menglong looked at Xi Luo, wondering if Wan Ning's teacher was likely an Elder of the Divine Profound Sect. Yet Xi Luo, only a core disciple, dared to challenge an Elder of the Divine Profound Hall; he must be extraordinary.

"Xi Luo, you…" Wan Ning still didn't dare to retort, because Xi Luo's strength indeed matched that of some elders within their Divine Profound Hall.

In the Sunset Sect, the number of core disciples was extremely small, not even one-tenth the number of any other superpower's core disciples, yet each one was monstrously powerful.

"Shut your mouth. Did I ask you? Say one more word, and I'll tear your mouth apart!" Xi Luo's gaze cut through Wan Ning like a sword.

Xi Luo's threat made Wan Ning shrink back instantly, showing the deeply ingrained fear he had of Xi Luo.

"The Sunset Sect seems quite good," Zhang Menglong laughed, "No matter if the Sunset Sect is really in decline, I always have a way to make it rise again!"

"Alright, I'll join the Sunset Sect!" Zhang Menglong agreed without hesitation.

"Great!" Xi Luo was overjoyed. Recruiting such a promising genius for the Sunset Sect was definitely a cause for celebration.

"Wan Ning, you heard it. The Sunset Sect has dibs on him. If you want to make a move, think carefully whether you have the capability!"

"We'll see!" Wan Ning knew that with Xi Luo there, he absolutely couldn't do anything to Zhang Menglong.

He left with a harsh word, immediately turning and leaving. He had lost enough face today.

At this moment, Zhang Menglong's Heavenly Pride Order changed once again. Originally, it only had a light blue aura, but now, the entire Order turned deep blue, and Zhang Menglong's rank on the Heavenly Pride List skyrocketed to 666!

His battle with Qin Tianyou had already made him famous, breaking all doubts, and his conflict with Wan Ning further boosted Zhang Menglong's reputation. For someone participating in the selection to dare to directly challenge a core disciple face-to-face, and to have it end unresolved, such an event was historically explosive.

"Gu Tianle, I've remembered you," Xi Luo looked at Zhang Menglong as if seeing a rough jade, "I'll be waiting for you at the Sunset Sect."

"Senior Brother Xi Luo, I will definitely be there."

"Very good," Xi Luo nodded in satisfaction, "Also, the Divine Profound Hall's influence is extensive, and many of the Heavenly Prides this time are trained by them. They're also very formidable. Wan Ning is a petty person, and once the official assessment begins, he'll definitely instruct others to trip you up or even gang up on you. You must be extra careful."

"No worries, Senior Brother. No matter how many come, I'll smash their dog brains in with a couple of punches."

"Haha, I like your attitude. You remind me of another senior brother," Xi Luo's expression suddenly darkened a bit, "But while open spears are easy to dodge, hidden arrows are hard to guard against. Don't be careless."

"Yes, I'll keep it in mind."

...

"Impressive, Brother Gu!" After Xi Luo left, Long Sen slapped Zhang Menglong on the back, "I knew this kid was extraordinary. Who would've thought even a core disciple of the Divine Profound Hall can't do anything to you. You've made a name for yourself today."

"Just average," Zhang Menglong pointed at the first place on the Heavenly Pride List, "My goal is that position."