Cultivating In Secret Beside A Demoness

Chapter 1703: Chapter 1404: A Minor Sect of the Heavenly Note Sect in the Southern Region_2 Chapter 1703: Chapter 1404: A Minor Sect of the Heavenly Note Sect in the Southern Region_2 Afterward, he shifted his gaze to the middle position, where Han Ming's name was listed.

“I didn't expect Han Ming to encounter a Seven Extremes Sword inheritor right off the bat,” Jiang Hao remarked wistfully, “What kind of luck does he have to fare so well?”

“What kind of luck? It's because this Han Ming comes from a minor sect in the southern region, so he's the first to be eliminated. The inheritor of the Seven Extremes Sword is obviously going to make it to the later rounds to compete with the real geniuses,” a middle-aged man spoke up.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Hao inquired curiously, “Which sect does this Han Ming belong to?”

“I found out it's the Heavenly Note Sect,” the middle-aged man shook his head and said, “A remote sect from the southern region that's barely made it into being a top-tier sect for a few years. That they've survived thus far during this major era is solely because they're in an obscure location with scarce resources.”

Jiang Hao nodded, “I see, so who will be the real opponent for the genius of the Mountain Sea Sword Sect?”

“The genius from the Heavenly Faction. Look there,” the middle-aged man pointed towards the spot where Jiang Hao's name was and said,

“That Jiang Hao is just unlucky, he's come across someone with a hidden cultivation level.”

Jiang Hao glanced at the name of the person he'd be facing off against.

Qian He.

So, this was also a hidden genius.

“It is said that the genius from the Mountain Sea Sword Sect came particularly for this person,” the middle-aged man stated confidently.

Jiang Hao nodded,

So that was it.

The man then left under Jiang Hao's admiring gaze,

appearing quite pleased with himself as he basked in the admiration from those around him.

Once the man had left, the Heavenly Note Sect spoke with a smile, “It seems you're not in luck; you might not even get past the first round.”

Jiang Hao also felt emotional, “Indeed quite unexpected, but my visit this time is to observe Junior Han Ming's performance, and besides…”

Jiang Hao looked at the Heavenly Note Sect and said,

“Senior's sect is now referred to as a minor sect.”

“I haven't managed the sect for many years; you are the disciple there, so shouldn't you be the one concerned?” the Heavenly Note Sect replied casually.

Jiang Hao was somewhat helpless, “Heavenly Note Sect should still be no small matter in the eyes of the powerful; it's a pity the cultivation levels here aren't that high.”

None of the cultivators from above the True Immortals rank would dare to provoke the Heavenly Note Sect

especially those who have witnessed the power of Gu Jin history.

Unless absolutely necessary, nobody would visit the Heavenly Note Sect again.

Even members of the Immortal Clan avoided them.

The Heavenly Immortals understood their special status, so they were unwilling to clash with the Heavenly Note Sect.

It's usually only some recently awakened races who are clueless and create trouble.

The Earth Demon Clan was one such example.

Eventually, the entire clan vanished.

Locked away in the Devil's Den.

“After the tournament, are you heading to the Li Clan?” the Heavenly Note Sect asked.

“In theory, yes, but it depends on the specific circumstances. Where exactly 'The End of All Things' is right now is also unknown; it would be good to meet them first,” Jiang Hao stated.

“What do you want with them?” the Heavenly Note Sect asked.

Jiang Hao solemnly raised the knife in his hand and said,

“Negotiate with them, hoping they will give up on this mission.”

The Heavenly Note Sect chuckled,

and didn't pry any further.

Up in the northern Mountain Village,

Jing Dajiang was annoyed, “That girl cannot stay, is she not afraid of disbanding our old bones?

“What do the matters of the North have to do with us in the West?

“Why is she so eager to inform us?

“Why is she still in the Western Astronomical Academy?

“When exactly can we expel her?

“If it's impossible, then expel those close to her from the academy as a warning.”

“I suggest we raise the threshold for entry to the inner courtyard,” the bearded elder proposed.

“Let's focus on the real issue, how shall we get involved with the matter of the Li Clan?” asked the beardless elder.

Upon hearing this, Jing Dajiang frowned and said,

“The Ancient Yin-Yang Millstone, to think that it actually exists.”

“It definitely exists; otherwise, why would those people have escaped?” the bearded elder interjected.

“They're quite capable; not only did they escape, but they also took relevant items with them. If that hadn't been the case, we wouldn't have ended up so passive.

“These people aren't good at cultivation, but they're quite adept at thievery,” Jing Dajiang grumbled discontentedly.

“Wasn't it your oversight that allowed them to take those items?” the beardless elder challenged.

“It's a pity, even though those people took a lot of things and have been researching for years, they don't have the information this little kid does,” Jing Dajiang mocked.

“Opportunity sometimes outweighs centuries of effort,” the beardless elder commented.

“This trip, I wonder what kind of people we will encounter,” Jing Dajiang pondered for a moment and then said, “I wonder if we will meet any seniors from our academy; if we do, we must have them return to preside over the academy.

“The current dean is too incompetent, not even brave enough to expel a little kid from the academy.”

“Recently I heard that the Mountain Sea Sword Sect is about to start its Inquiry Sword Tournament, shall we go take a look?” the beardless elder asked.

“Let's go, see if there are any lost disciples from our academy,” Jing Dajiang spoke and stepped forth.

The three men quickly vanished from their spot, heading in the direction of the Mountain Sea Sword Sect.

Five days later.

Jiang Hao was at the city's grand competition.

Heavenly Note Sect arrived earlier than him, while Han Ming was scheduled for the afternoon.

Thus, for the time being, it was only necessary to watch Heavenly Note Sect.

There weren't many people around, as neither of the two had much of a reputation, so no one paid them any mind.

However, there was quite a crowd gathered at a nearby match.

“Senior, it's almost your turn,” Jiang Hao said as he looked towards the people nearby.

Heavenly Note Sect thought for a moment and asked, “Do you think the opponent has hidden their cultivation?”

Jiang Hao had not yet seen the person and was not sure if they were indeed concealing their cultivation.

After thinking for a while, he replied, “Probably not. After all, everyone is here to make a name for themselves; there's no need to hide their cultivation.”

Heavenly Note Sect looked at Jiang Hao and asked, “Are you also here to make a name for yourself?”

Jiang Hao was stunned for a moment, then said, “Senior makes sense, the opponent might also be hiding their cultivation.”

Heavenly Note Sect chuckled.

Soon, a middle-aged man landed on the arena stage.

He looked around and said, “The challenger may now take the stage.”

“I'll go now,” Heavenly Note Sect murmured softly.

With that, she stepped out and landed on the arena stage.

Then it was time for the Mountain Sea Sword Sect's sword inquirer to take the stage.

A white-robed woman descended from the heavens and alighted onto the arena stage.

The moment he saw her, Jiang Hao was somewhat surprised.

The opponent had indeed hidden her cultivation.

That wasn't the sixth stage of the Immortal Ascension Platform.

This was the successful Immortal Human Realm.

Were there no disciples at the Immortal Ascension Realm left?

They had to let a fairy guard come down to fight?

“Mountain Sea Sword Sect Qing Le, I hope Friend Xing won't hesitate to enlighten me,” Qing Le said.

Upon hearing this, Heavenly Note Sect calmly looked at her and replied, “Enlighten you? Then allow me to instruct you.”

“It seems the fairy guard is quite confident,” Qing Le laughed, then her sword's intent manifested with a howling resonance.

“It seems the fairy guard does not understand the sword's intent of the Mountain Sea Sword Sect.” As her words fell, Qing Le thrust out her sword.

The powerful sword's intent was dazzling and spectacular.

Heavenly Note Sect drew her long sword and then gently swung it.

Bang!

The sword's intents collided.

Immediately after, a sword's intent that annihilated everything slashed down, landing right in front of Qing Le.

In that instant, it felt like a millennium had passed.

Finally, a booming sound erupted.

Only then did the crowd manage to see the collision of strengths.

Following that, they saw a red and white figure being knocked away, falling beside the arena stage.

Who was that again? What was her cultivation?

It didn't matter now; she had lost, and the Mountain Sea Sword Sect indeed was formidable.

The crowd cheered.

But Qing Le, the person involved, stood there dumbfounded.

For just a moment, she felt as if she had faced an indescribable sword's intent.

At first, she thought the opponent was unimpressive and didn't need to be taken seriously, but in that moment, she felt that it wasn't necessary for her to make a move.

Soon she heard the cheers; she had won.

Is that how she won?

The person just now…

She thought about it and realized she couldn't remember.

Not daring to stay any longer, she quickly headed back to her sect, feeling the need to report to her masters and the others.

It seemed that someone extraordinary had appeared in the tournament.

It was her arrogance.

The opponent really was instructing her.

Jiang Hao watched her leave, somewhat surprised: “Senior, it seems the opponent might go to inform the powerful ones.”

“Being discovered is your issue,” Heavenly Note Sect said nonchalantly.

Jiang Hao didn't mind, but said, “It's almost my junior's turn.”

Saying so, Jiang Hao was about to enter the stage, but just as he was about to move, he suddenly caught sight of Jing Dajiang and others.

Their eyes met.

Jiang Hao: “…”

“Senior,” Jing Dajiang called out loudly.

Jiang Hao: “…”