Chapter 171

After eating, Xu Yang came to the Weiyuan Hall to meet with Sun Tao and the others, and then rushed to the Tongbi Fist Hall together to attend the Dragon-Gathering Meeting.

The Tongbi Fist Hall was one of the top three martial arts halls in Qingyuan, more majestic than the Weiyuan Hall.

The high gate was nearly a zhang long, and even the courtyard walls were paved with blue tiles, with flying eaves and bucket arches. Every zhang there was a fluttering big flag, which was very imposing.

Before practicing martial arts, Xu Yang also considered the Tongbi Fist Hall, but after hearing about the five taels a month tuition fee here, he immediately dismissed the idea.

If you are not from a wealthy family, you simply don't have the money to practice martial arts here.

"Welcome to the fellow disciples of the Weiyuan Hall!"

When Xu Yang's group arrived, Han Xing was already waiting here with several Tongbi Fist Hall disciples.

He was wearing a white robe today, looking like a scholar, not an expert who almost took the top three in the martial arts examination.

Of course, this was not specifically to welcome the Weiyuan Hall disciples; the Weiyuan Hall did not have this status.

As the host of the Dragon-Gathering Meeting, he was welcoming everyone.

"Seen Senior Brother Han, seen the fellow disciples of the Tongbi Fist Hall, sorry to keep you waiting."

Sun Tao walked in front, smiling and cupping his hands. Xu Yang, Lu Ren, and others also followed and cupped their hands.

Han Xing laughed and said, "It should be."

Immediately after, his gaze looked at Lu Ren, "I heard that Junior Brother Lu recently comprehended the Wind-Thunder Energy. It is truly gratifying."

Comprehending the Wind-Thunder Energy after practicing martial arts for more than a year is definitely not a small thing. After a few days of fermentation, the news of Lu Ren comprehending the Wind-Thunder Energy had spread.

Xu Yang heard from Zhang Hong that the Gu family, who had already looked down on him, had once again attached importance to him, and his treatment had improved somewhat.

Many people looked at Lu Ren. Being personally asked by Han Xing, this was definitely a kind of honor.

"Just luck!" Lu Ren stepped forward, cupped his hands and said modestly.

"Being able to comprehend the Wind-Thunder Energy is not luck. Brother Lu is too modest. If there is a chance, let's communicate," Han Xing smiled.

"Okay!"

Han Xing nodded, summoned a junior brother from behind, and said, "Everyone, follow my junior brother in first. I still have to welcome others, and I will come to apologize later."

"Senior Brother Han, please be busy first!"

After Sun Tao cupped his hands, several people followed the Tongbi Fist Hall disciple into the Tongbi Fist Hall. What came into view was a huge martial arts field, far larger than the outer courtyard of the Weiyuan Hall, and the facilities were more perfect.

The outer courtyard of the Weiyuan Hall basically had nothing.

But the outer courtyard of the Tongbi Fist Hall had pavilions, tables and chairs, rockeries, gardens, flowing water, etc., all of which were more beautiful and exquisite than the inner hall of the Weiyuan Hall, like the mansion of a wealthy family.

Of course, everyone present was not someone who had not seen the world, and they were not surprised. Five taels of silver a month, it would be strange if it were the same as the Weiyuan Hall.

"Xu Yang, have you comprehended the Wind-Thunder Energy?" Zhang Yong whispered.

According to past practice, Xu Yang should have comprehended the Wind-Thunder Energy at this time. After all, it had been several days since Lu Ren announced his comprehension of the Wind-Thunder Energy.

In an instant, everyone held their breath, wanting to hear what Xu Yang said.

Lu Ren's breathing stagnated, and uncontrollable panic floated in his heart for a moment, fearing that Xu Yang would say, "I have comprehended the Wind-Thunder Energy."

Xu Yang shook his head, "Not yet."

Everyone looked disappointed, only Lu Ren was relieved, and the heart that had been hanging was finally put down.

"He really changed his personality!" Xu Yang secretly said.

According to Lu Ren's previous personality, he should have belittled him at this time, but this time, Lu Ren didn't say anything.

"His cultivation can keep up with Lu Ren because the Master secretly subsidized him. Whether he can comprehend the Wind-Thunder Energy, the Master can't help," Zhao Zhifei smiled.

By now, everyone also knew that Xu Yang could achieve his current achievements, not because his talent exceeded Lu Ren's, but because Lin Cheng had been secretly subsidizing him to practice martial arts and providing resources, so he could keep up with Lu Ren's pace every time.

"Some things can narrow the gap with resources, but some things can't be done with no matter how many resources," Jiang Ping said.

He actually expected Xu Yang to comprehend the Wind-Thunder Energy before. Thinking about it now, he felt ridiculous.

"Two senior brothers, don't let outsiders see the joke," Lu Ren said.

Not only did he not belittle him, but he also stopped Jiang Ping and Zhao Zhifei. Hearing this, Zhao Zhifei and Jiang Ping stopped talking.

Lu Ren, who comprehended the Wind-Thunder Energy, was no longer on an equal footing with them. To some extent, his weight had exceeded theirs.

Although Lu Ren didn't have their family background now, Lu Ren in the future would definitely be stronger than them.

Several people followed the Tongbi Fist Hall disciple for a while and came to a vast place.

A platform had been set up here, tables had been set up, and many people had come.

"Everyone, this is your seat!"

The Tongbi Fist Hall disciple led several people to a table and turned to leave.

Several people were already sitting at the table, exactly the several disciples of the Tiger Roaring Fist Hall who came to form an alliance last time.

Seeing Xu Yang and the others arrive, they also cupped their hands one after another, especially toward Lu Ren, who was very enthusiastic. Neither Jiang Ping nor Zhao Zhifei were as popular as him.

Because they didn't have time to introduce themselves last time, several people began to introduce themselves. One was named Li Shun, one was Wang Feng, the third was named Zhou Yong, and the fourth was Gao Peng.

Among the four, Li Shun should be the leader. Xu Yang and the others also politely reported their names.

After all, they will be disciples of the Ziyang Sect in the future, fellow disciples. Getting to know each other in advance will not be harmful.

Among the four, Xu Yang only had an impression of Li Shun. During the martial arts examination, Li Shun was a Qi Gathering Major Success late-stage cultivation. He had watched a battle of Li Shun, and his strength was not weak.

"Many people's aura is much stronger than during the examination," Sun Tao whispered in Xu Yang's ear.

Xu Yang nodded gently. The people present were almost the top of the younger generation in Qingyuan County.

It had been almost two months since the martial arts examination, and it was normal for cultivation to improve.

In fact, people with backgrounds had been practicing hard with resources for these two months, hoping to reach Qi Gathering Perfection before entering the Ziyang Sect, preparing for forming Gang Qi.

"Kong Yu is here!" Someone suddenly roared.

Xu Yang looked over, and two Liefeng Hall disciples followed behind Kong Yu and walked in.

As the best innate talent in this session, Kong Yu's reputation was no weaker than Cao Rong, Yun Feng, and these people, but he had been practicing martial arts for a short time, so he didn't have an amazing performance in the martial arts examination.

"The Liefeng Hall actually only has three disciples who ascended the dragon," Lu Ren was somewhat surprised.

You know, before the martial arts examination, the Liefeng Hall disciples and the Weiyuan Hall disciples exchanged pointers, and the Liefeng Hall won.

Jiang Ping said, "Originally, there was a Zhu Yang who had hope of ascending the dragon, but he was killed by Junior Brother Xu."

In the distance, Kong Yu walked with his head held high, not paying attention to Xu Yang here, and didn't know if the Liefeng Hall had discovered the disappearance of Jiang Yi.

"Brother Kong Yu, why don't you come here for a chat!" At the leading table, Cao Rong stood up.

Kong Yu nodded and separated from the fellow disciples beside him, walking toward where Cao Rong was.

At that table, Xu Yang and the others had noticed before that all the most powerful people in the martial arts examination were sitting there.

Cao Rong, Yun Feng, Qin Ze, Gu Haoming, and other geniuses who comprehended dark energy were all at that table.

Cao Rong's gaze looked at Xu Yang and them again, "Brother Lu Ren, please come over too."

"Okay!"

Lu Ren stood up indifferently and walked over with big strides, making Jiang Ping and Zhao Zhifei look envious.

They were not qualified to sit at that table. Lu Ren, whom they had to flatter before, was personally invited by Cao Rong at this moment. This was the brand of Wind-Thunder Energy.

In the Qingyuan County martial arts examination, more than 160 Qi Gathering Major Success martial artists participated, but those who comprehended the power of the Wind-Thunder Energy level added up to less than a handful. From this, one can know Lu Ren's status now.

"They are the protagonists. We are just here to make up the numbers for the Dragon-Gathering Meeting," Sun Tao sighed.

Discussing when everyone should set off, it was basically decided by the few most powerful and most background people.

Soon, everyone arrived, Han Xing appeared and sat at the table with Cao Rong and the others.

The Tongbi Fist Hall was well prepared. Plates of big meat were served on the table, as well as fine wine and pastries.

Everyone started eating and drinking, talking loudly.

"Is this Dragon-Gathering Meeting just eating?" Zhang Yong said.

Sun Tao said, "Otherwise? Do you still want to watch a martial arts competition? Everyone has already fought in the examination. Who would fight here? Everyone will be fellow disciples of the Ziyang Sect in the future. Coming here is just to connect feelings."

After a while, some people began to stand up to toast and clink glasses with people they were familiar with.

Xu Yang didn't know many people, and no one came to find him, so he was happy to be idle.

"Everyone, after our discussion, we decided to set off for the Ziyang Sect in three days. Does anyone think it is inappropriate?" Cao Rong suddenly stood up and spoke.

"Just follow Brother Cao's orders!"

There was a chorus of agreement, and no one said they disagreed.

Cao Rong nodded with satisfaction and sat down again. Their table had already discussed it, and it was useless for others to object.

"Everyone should know that the Ziyang Sect is not a monolithic block, and there are many factions. If we want to stand firm in the Ziyang Sect, we must unite. I propose that we jointly establish a force to protect ourselves while confronting people from other places."

Cao Rong looked at the people at the table, his face solemn.

Several people's movements stopped.

Lu Ren didn't speak.

Han Xing smiled without saying a word. ===== CHAPTER 172 =====