Outer Sect – Lin Xuan’s Courtyard

The night was calm, but Lin Xuan’s mind was anything but. Seated on a meditation mat, he let his qi flow, feeling the golden energy settle within his meridians. His body was changing—becoming stronger, sharper. Every cell in his being was brimming with vitality.

Yet, he knew this was only the beginning.

Zhao Feng’s words echoed in his mind.

"Wang Renshu will come for revenge."

Lin Xuan exhaled. Trouble was inevitable. He had no choice but to push forward.

At that moment—

BOOM!

A surge of power rippled through the sect. Lin Xuan’s eyes snapped open. A heavy aura pressed against the entire Outer Sect, making the air feel suffocating.

Then—

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WHOOSH!

A figure descended from the sky, landing just outside his courtyard. The sheer force of their presence made the walls tremble.

Lin Xuan stepped outside and locked eyes with the newcomer.

A young man in dark robes stood before him, his expression ice-cold. His gaze carried the sharpness of a blade.

Lin Xuan immediately recognized him.

Wang Renshu.

Late Foundation Establishment. One of the strongest Inner Sect disciples.

The air between them crackled with tension.

Wang Renshu’s voice was low and dangerous. "Lin Xuan… You injured my brother. That’s a debt that must be repaid."

Lin Xuan remained calm. "He challenged me. I only defended myself."

Wang Renshu’s eyes flashed with killing intent. "Weak excuses. There’s only one rule in this sect—strength decides everything."

A terrifying force erupted from him. The ground cracked beneath his feet. He wasn’t here to talk.

Lin Xuan clenched his fists. He had no intention of backing down.

But before either could make a move—

WHOOSH!

A powerful presence appeared above them. An elder in silver robes floated in the air, her sharp gaze sweeping across both of them.

Elder Han. One of the strongest elders in the sect.

She spoke coldly. "This is the Outer Sect. If you wish to fight, take it to the Life-and-Death Arena."

Wang Renshu narrowed his eyes. "Very well." He turned to Lin Xuan. "Three days from now. The arena. Don’t run."

Without another word, he vanished into the night.

Lin Xuan exhaled. The challenge had been set.

Three days.

Three days to prepare for the deadliest battle of his life.

And he had no intention of losing.