NOVEL WEB Chapter 682: Which Genius Isn't Envied
Everyone from the Kao Shan Sect was left stunned as they watched Lu Jun on the stage, with many disciples visibly showing fear and astonishment.
He really turned the tables on everyone.
Over sixty people, and none lasted a minute, this can no longer be described as merely ferocious.
Keep in mind, this is the Kao Shan Sect, the weakest force in the Land of Immortals. It's tough enough for a new member to reach the Fifth Level of Earth Immortal, and now, a monster has appeared.
Lu Jun's power is at least at the Seventh Level of Earth Immortal, the Eighth Level is the most likely, and perhaps even Ninth Level of Earth Immortal.
Almost no one dares to think towards the Heavenly Immortal; a disciple that has just joined… Heavenly Immortal...
Lu Jun appears to be only in his twenties, isn't this monstrous talent usually associated with major powers...
How could he possibly have come to the Kao Shan Sect?
As for the higher-ups of the Kao Shan Sect, their gaze towards Lu Jun has changed, intense and excited.
Has the Kao Shan Sect finally produced a true genius?
Oh, heavens, the rise of the Kao Shan Sect is upon us!
"Newcomer competition first place: Lu Jun," He Kaoshan announced directly without any superfluous speech.
What else could there be to debate? Lu Jun alone overthrew everyone, if not him, who else?
Moreover, He Kaoshan could see that Lu Jun might have reached the Heavenly Immortal Realm, the First Level of Heavenly Immortal. Even if Tang Rao were to participate, he wouldn't be enough for Lu Jun.
Undoubtedly, Lu Jun is the most talented disciple since He Kaoshan took over the Kao Shan Sect.
However, the troubling part is that Lu Jun is also in the Earth Sect and seems to have a very good relationship with Tang Rao, he listens to Tang Rao a lot.
He Kaoshan does not have much affinity for Tang Rao.
Of course, He Kaoshan doesn't harbor affection for clever people.
Especially someone like Tang Rao who tries to usurp authority.
Although he gave a very nice suggestion before, Tang Rao appeared too arrogant and haughty during the process, something that He Kaoshan found very displeasing.
You are just a new disciple, merely a Third Level Earth Immortal, what right do you have to order around the high-level members!
"Lu Jun!" He Kaoshan called out.
"Ah? Oh, Sect Master…" Lu Jun was startled for a moment before looking towards He Kaoshan.
"Would you be willing to become my True Disciple?" He Kaoshan asked.
Many people exclaimed in surprise, He Kaoshan's True Disciple! The so-called True Disciple means he would teach Lu Jun everything. Even more, once Lu Jun's strength is adequate, he could potentially replace He Kaoshan as the Sect Master of the Kao Shan Sect.
He Kaoshan himself was the True Disciple of the previous Sect Master of the Kao Shan Sect.
Lu Jun blinked, to be honest, Lu Jun didn't really think much of He Kaoshan.
Becoming a disciple is different from joining a sect.
"That, I'm truly sorry, Sect Master, I… already have a mentor," Lu Jun said, his eyes darting around.
Joking, if my family knew I took you as my master, not only would they break my legs, but they might also break your legs.
What Realm is He Kaoshan, Heavenly Immortal…
Many people from the Kao Shan Sect frowned slightly, he already has a mentor?
"My master is a Loose Cultivator, rarely seen by others. However, I feel it's not quite honorable to seek another master just because he's seldom around. Sect Master, I'm sorry, if I had met you earlier, I would definitely have taken you as my master," Lu Jun said.
These words were quite nicely put.
Tang Rao couldn't help but give Lu Jun a thumbs up. It must be said, although this kid Lu Jun is quite a coward, he's really sharp-witted.
"In that case, let it be. I won't insist," He Kaoshan had no choice but to go with the flow.
What else could he do? Tell him he must become my disciple? Declare that I've claimed him today?
That would be too demeaning.
Besides, Lu Jun is extraordinarily talented; it's likely that his master is no simple individual either. If we were to take someone else's disciple, and then the master comes to confront us, that would be a big problem.
What if someone from the Luo Xian Realm shows up? They could beat Kao Shan Sect to pulp in minutes.
"Sect Master, you really are a generous man. I'll take my leave first," Lu Jun said with a cupped fist salute, then directly stepped down from the arena and retreated to Tang Rao's side.
Once beside Tang Rao, Lu Jun started to breathe heavily.
"Bro, you really killed me today!" Lu Jun whispered to Tang Rao.
"Killed what? You were awesome today. Look at those Cultivators around us, their eyes are full of admiration and worship. And those girls, each one holding their cheeks looking at you like blooming flowers," Tang Rao said.
Lu Jun was stunned for a moment, then looked around.
Indeed, just as Tang Rao said, many were looking at him, with the same kind of gaze.
Of course, aside from those admiring and revering gazes, there were some hostile ones as well.
"Bro, I see many people with fierce looks, they must hate me to death," Lu Jun said with a bitter expression.
"Joking? Which genius isn't envied, which hero isn't remembered? I tell you, those who aren't hated are mediocrities!" Tang Rao pointed at Lu Jun.
"But... but I like, to be kind to others…" Lu Jun's voice got quieter.
"So, you just keep being a pushover? Later when your family sees you, they will still say: Oh dear, Xiao Jun is still like a little girl as before, still without a man's toughness, still without a bit of ability," Tang Rao said with a slanting glance.
Hearing this, Lu Jun's face changed instantly.
Tang Rao grinned, catching onto something in someone's heart is so interesting.
"Alright, listen to me, and I guarantee no one will dare to bully you in the future. Didn't you say you wanted to support each other with me? I need someone courageous behind me, not someone who likes to retreat when faced with issues," Tang Rao said.
"I can!!" Lu Jun roared softly.
"I believe you can, that's why I let you call me 'Bro.' If it were someone else, I wouldn't bother. Joking, I, Tang Rao, am handsome and dashing, talented and smart, a super fresh stream in the Cultivation World. My standards for choosing brothers are very high," Tang Rao said as he put his arm around Lu Jun's shoulder.
Lu Jun grinned foolishly.
He really liked having Tang Rao's arm around his shoulder...
Seeing Lu Jun and Tang Rao shoulder to shoulder, He Kaoshan felt a bit annoyed; for some reason, he felt that Tang Rao had become increasingly unpleasant lately.
Tang Rao glanced sideways, catching He Kaoshan's eyes for a moment.
He was very familiar with that look; although He Kaoshan was trying hard to conceal it, Tang Rao was well aware. Can't help it, who calls me a sensitive young man? This kind of gaze, I've seen too many times.
Looks like, you're really not fond of me. It seems, your heart can hardly tolerate me.
It seems, I need to prepare a backup plan. If He Kaoshan really makes a move against me, I must have room to maneuver, Tang Rao certainly doesn't like the feeling of sitting ducks.
"Elder Niu, I'll leave this place to you. Please handle Xiao Jun's reward, I'll take him back first. Later, let's roast something to celebrate," Tang Rao said to Niu Ben.
"Wait for me, you must wait for me!" Niu Ben said while nodding his head, having tasted Tang Rao's barbecue, he couldn't forget it ever again.