Chapter 437

"Patriarch, please rest well. If there is nothing else, I will head down first. I will call the Young Master out to have a good chat with you; he is quite worried about you, Patriarch."

"Father, are you alright? Why were you so foolish just now, using a secret technique to create the illusion of physical recovery? If it weren't for the help of the divine doctor, you really might have passed away."

"You brat, what kind of nonsense are you spouting? I know my own body very well, so don't worry. This time, I barely managed to fool Patriarch Ma, but do not underestimate that man surnamed Ma."

"His strength is not great, but he is a ruthless fellow. If I hadn't used a secret technique to scare him off today, believe me, within three months, the Ma family would have slowly annexed us."

"Sometimes, one must not only think for oneself but also for the entire family. This time, I thank you both for your help; it just so happens I brought back some things from the Sin Prison."

"Especially you, you brat. I heard you wasted the source power of the Nine Nether Flames. I am very pleased, but you must control it; you absolutely cannot let any problems arise."

"Now is the golden period for cultivation; do not let one wrong step lead to another. Go to the treasury and take more fire-attribute treasures to replenish yourself."

After carefully observing that there was no one else around, the Long Patriarch exhorted: "Chen Ang, this cultivation manual was found in the Sin Prison. I do not know which powerhouse left it behind."

"Consider this manual a gift for you. Remember to practice it diligently. If you find it truly unsuitable, then discard it. If there is nothing else, remember absolutely not to expose it."

When Chen Ang saw the words on it, "Heaven-Breaking Spear Art," he was deeply attracted by the content inside. This was a growth-type spear art; although not as powerful as the Ice God Spear Art, it was very suitable for current use.

"Many thanks for the senior's help. In the future, for anything within my power, I will certainly respond to any call. This spear art is particularly suitable for me. Sorry to trouble you during this time."

"These are all small matters, just a slight effort, not worth mentioning. If there is nothing else, you should leave first. I have recovered quite a bit; I just need to rest."

"On the way back, keep a close eye on the Ma family. That old fellow is insidious and vicious. If you encounter danger, crush the jade pendant, and I will arrive in time."

However, the Long Patriarch did not know that a Ma family mole had seen the scene of the Long Patriarch fainting. On the way back, the mole had been in low spirits, but upon hearing the news, he couldn't help but worry.

Unsure if what the mole said was true or false, he had to consider it seriously. The Long family was definitely a big piece of fat meat; if he could take it down, it would be of huge help to the entire Ma family.

Over these years, the Ma family had been constantly declining and had also been constantly looking for ways to solve it, but unfortunately, it still couldn't keep up with the Long family's development speed. He must seize this opportunity to get rid of the Long Patriarch.

As for that Long family kid, he couldn't amount to much of a climate at all. Backed by the Wuqu Academy, he could be slapped to death with one palm. Perhaps he could find a way to make him a breakthrough point.

He would use Wan Wan Shitong to test whether the Long family was truly seriously ill. If it was a pretense just now, the son would certainly rush over if he were in mortal danger. This was a high-stakes gamble.

He did not know how it would end, but given the current situation, there was no other way. The conflict between the two families had lasted for many years; it had to be resolved.

Strike first to gain the advantage, strike later and suffer disaster. He would capture Wan Wan Shitong to test the Long Patriarch's attitude. At worst, they would perish together; in any case, he absolutely could not let the Long family have an easy time.

479: Practicing the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art

Patriarch Ma blocked Chen Ang on his way back and said: "It has been a long time, you two. According to the mole's report, it seems Patriarch Long fainted. After I left, you actually dared to return to the Wuqu Academy. You truly have great courage."

The two couldn't help but frown. To think that this could be discovered in such a short time; it seems the mole in the Long family is quite deep. They had calculated everything but didn't expect this situation.

Chen Ang said sternly: "Patriarch Ma, doing this is somewhat against the rules, isn't it? I'll put my words here today: if you dare to lay a hand on the two of us brothers, what awaits you will be endless punishment."

"The Wuqu Academy holds a pivotal position in the entire Perished World. Are you not afraid of retribution for doing this?"

"Retribution? I am so scared. I want to see what kind of retribution there can be. I'll put my words here: obediently bring over your heads. What would Patriarch Long think if he saw the heads of his sons?"

Seeing that the situation was not right, Wan Wan Shitong crushed the treasure his father had prepared. The Long Patriarch arrived from afar and said: "You surnamed Ma, doing this is going too far. I still wanted to leave you a way out, so let's try and see who is more powerful."

"Impossible. The mole just said he was dying, fainted, and then came back to life. It is absolutely impossible."

He directly picked up his weapon and began to fight. The Long Patriarch had recovered quite a bit, and all aspects of his body functions were quite sound. When facing the attack, he was not afraid at all.

Slowly, Patriarch Ma was defeated. The gap between the two was too large. He hurriedly shouted: "Don't kill me! If you kill me, there will certainly be someone above who will wipe out the Long family. You must not only consider yourself, but also the entire Long family."

"I can swear a Heavenly Dao oath. From now on, no Ma family disciple shall attack the Long family. This is the greatest concession I can make. If you think it won't work, then you can kill me."

"You must think carefully. Will the Long family have good days after this?"

"Remember what you said. Get lost!"

"The lord has a large heart. Next time we meet, I hope it will be as friends."

Wan Wan Shitong still wanted to chase after him, but was stopped by his father, who exhorted: "What are you doing, you brat? Patriarch Ma cannot die, no matter what."

"No head of any major family in the Perished World can die. In the shadows, there is an extremely obscure family alliance. Every major family head is in the alliance, which has a restraining effect on everyone."

"The distribution of more resources is managed by this alliance. Patriarch Ma and I happen to be members. If I kill Patriarch Ma, the Long family certainly won't be able to survive."

"He has already sworn a Heavenly Dao oath not to attack the Long family, so there is no need to worry. For now, Father can still solve the problem."

Wan Wan Shitong asked in confusion: "Father, I have never heard of this family alliance. Has it been established for a long time?"

"That's right, the Alliance has existed for a very long time, dating back to the ancient era. Its primary role is to maintain the balance of the Perished World, and every major family possesses exceptionally formidable strength."

"But each is indispensable. Losing the Ma family would cause a serious imbalance, which is something the superiors do not wish to see. The core of the family alliance is interest, existing to maintain absolute interest."

"You should be able to understand, right? After going back, study hard and strive to reach the Emperor Realm as soon as possible, so Father can pass the position of Patriarch to you."

When they returned to the Wuqu Academy, both chose to go into seclusion and practice diligently without hesitation. Especially Wan Wan Shitong, who had a blessing in disguise; although he lost a portion of the Nine Nether Flames' source power, the fire-attribute resources he obtained in the Long family treasury were enough to make up for it and even enhance it quite a bit.

Chen Ang had been burying his head in practicing the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art these past few days. The Heaven-Breaking Spear Art was indeed easier to master than the Ice God Spear Art. He kept waving it, wanting to find a suitable method of comprehension.

He summoned the Spear Spirit and waved it seriously in front of the Spear Spirit. After watching, the Spear Spirit exhorted: "Master, your mastery of the spear art is indeed quite proficient at the moment. If you continue to practice, there will certainly be a great improvement."

"The Ice God Spear Art is a true God-level spear art; mastering it completely is rare. Master is still young and suitable for the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art. It does not require too much power and relies on technique to support it, with continuous attacks, making it suitable for use when cultivation is low."

"They belong to two different levels of spear arts. Although the Ice God Spear Art is powerful, the energy consumption is particularly serious. My suggestion is to learn the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art first, and then slowly master the Ice God Spear Art when you break through to the Sovereign Realm in the future."

"Haha, the Spear Spirit has decided. I have nothing to refuse. Indeed, the Ice God Spear Art consumes too much power, and the cultivation in my body is completely insufficient to support it."

He began to train in the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art. The training speed was very fast, and after a period of time, he had mastered it quite well. He came to the exclusive training room of the Wuqu Academy, paid the fee, and selected a high-level Spirit God Realm combat puppet to practice with.

He wanted to see how big the gap was between his current strength and the peak of the Spirit God Realm. He picked up the Zhenyue Divine Spear and began to attack the combat puppet continuously.

He always felt a bit dissatisfied; the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art itself was not smooth enough. The situation on the battlefield was ever-changing, and the combat puppet could bring very little.

The peak of the Spirit God Realm was a bit too weak. He practiced for a day, and it was barely enough, but he felt something was missing. He told Teacher Xing Tian about this.

He exhorted: "You brat, the Heaven-Breaking Spear Art, as the name implies, requires the courage to break the sky and create miracles. You must have that kind of indomitable momentum."

"Didn't you just say it? There is no problem with the technique, but you feel something is missing. What is missing is this indomitable momentum. Do not hesitate."

"When facing an enemy, you must go forward indomitably, not just blindly charging. You are at the high stage of the Spirit God Realm; facing the peak of the Spirit God Realm is no problem, but what about the Sovereign Realm level?"

"The first reaction is certainly to run away. Indomitable courage within a reasonable range is the most important thing. Be smarter, don't be foolishly fighting hard; it's useless!"

"Let's have a fight, a competition. Let Teacher teach you well. Actual combat is much more important than practicing hard alone. What? Could it be that you are unwilling?"

Ever since Chen Ang knew about Patriarch Ma's reaction last time, he had been a bit flustered. He said: "Teacher, is it not good to do this? I feel the gap between us is too big. Can we talk about it after a while?"

"You brat, you don't even dare to face your teacher, let alone other enemies in the future. There will be many life-and-death struggles in the future; you must learn to face them now."

"Rest assured, Teacher has a sense of proportion in fighting; there will be no life danger. This battle must see blood. Be mentally prepared, and absolutely do not show mercy."

480: Enlightening Chen Ang

This time, he clearly felt the change in Teacher Xing Tian. There was an indomitable momentum, and he also understood that Teacher Xing Tian wanted to solve Chen Ang's problem through this direct method.

When this battle just started, Chen Ang was always in a disadvantageous situation. He developed a shadow in his heart and hesitated to make a move, remaining in a lagging situation.

"You brat, you absolutely cannot be like this. As a powerhouse, you cannot lose in terms of momentum. How many times have I told you? Do you still need me to continue mentioning it?"

"Your cultivation is at the high stage of the Mountain and River Realm. In the same realm, if you can't even deal with this little difficulty, don't say you are Xing Tian's disciple when you go out. You must have a sense of proportion in doing everything."

"As a disciple of the Wuqu Academy, you should understand the development of the situation even more. There is only one path in front of you now: pick up your weapon and fight."

Chen Ang constantly honed himself during the battle and began to become constantly formidable, producing a kind of "I am the only one supreme" momentum. It is quite difficult to use a cultivation method to such a proficient situation.

Unless it is that kind of true genius, seeing this point in a disciple is exceptionally exciting.

"Yes, the attack angle is tricky, know how to use power reasonably, maintain the balance point, and absolutely do not have any mistakes."

After spending a morning, Chen Ang finally practiced enough. Xing Tian exhorted: "You brat, remember, you must go to the Beast Forest to hone yourself; it is the best method."

"The strength of the beasts is not bad, and it can bring great help. At critical moments, you must make some trade-offs. Do you hear me?"

"Okay, Teacher. I plan to go and see together after Wan Wan Shitong comes out of seclusion. I haven't been to the Beast Forest for a long time; maybe there will be unexpected effects."

"You brat, that's how it should be. You are worthy of being Teacher's precious disciple. Go back and settle down well."

Chen Ang found Wan Wan Shitong and said: "How is it? Do you have time during this period? Let's take a trip to the Beast Forest."

"Boss, how about tomorrow? I want to let the Nine Nether Flames completely absorb the power of the treasures before going, so I can add some more protection."

He couldn't help but ask: "The missing source power has almost recovered, right?"

"Hehe, it has almost recovered. The previous Nine Nether Flames were enough to deal with the peak of the Spirit God Realm. After the treasure is completely absorbed, I will have the strength to fight even when facing the early stage of the Sovereign Realm. In the future, if strength allows, even higher levels are not impossible!"

"I don't believe it, unless the two of us have a competition to see how formidable the Nine Nether Flames have become."

"Tomorrow, Boss. We will set off tomorrow. Let's go back and consolidate the absorption of the treasures first."

After Chen Ang went back, he didn't choose to continue practicing the spear art. Cultivation is a process of relaxation and tension. He calmly went fishing by the lake alone.

Li walked over and threw the fishing rod into the lake, saying: "Are you thinking about something lately, kid?"

Seeing that it was Li Lao, he felt relieved. "Nothing else. I feel that the pressure is getting greater and greater. Li Lao, you say the Perished World is so complex, why can't people live a simpler life?"

"Deceit and intrigue, wouldn't it be nice to practice steadily? Everyone progressing together, isn't that a pretty good opportunity?"

"Sigh, your thinking is a bit too young. The situation of the entire Perished World is confusing, and it's not like you haven't seen it. Each major family has its own interests."

"It's impossible to make everyone satisfied with the arrangements. In fact, people are selfish, and there must be those who are unwilling to cooperate, plus some moles among the human race, which makes up the entire Perished World."

"Is there no good person in the entire Perished World? That won't work. There must be a balance point between business and evil. It is only a matter of time before this balance point is broken."

"It's a pretty scary thing. It's impossible for everyone in the Perished World to be a good person. Thinking so much is useless; improving yourself is the most basic thing."

"Look at me, having lived for so many years, logically speaking, I should have been calm long ago, but I still have some helplessness and regrets. You must learn to grow." ===== CHAPTER 438 =====