[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-was-just-making-up-techniques-how-did-all-of-y":3,"chapter-i-was-just-making-up-techniques-how-did-all-of-y-i-was-just-making-up-techniques-how-did-all-of-y-chapter-49":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},865871,1134,"Chapter 49: Chief Chu, Who Will You Choose?","i-was-just-making-up-techniques-how-did-all-of-y-chapter-49",49,"\u003Cp>Chapter 49: Chief Chu, Who Will You Choose?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Disciple admits fault. I ask Chief Chu for forgiveness.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two disciples from Wendao Academy quickly bowed and apologized to Chu Feng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng wasn't the petty type. Besides, his presence at Wendao Academy had always been relatively low-key—it was understandable that these disciples didn’t recognize him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No matter. Those who don't know are not at fault.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Chief.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did the two breathe a sigh of relief. The look in their eyes now held a trace of admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As expected of a chief of Wendao Academy—such grace was rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But which institute was this Chief Chu from? Why did he look so young?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They soon thought of one possibility—the head of the Miscellaneous Dao Institute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the past, they never would have taken the head of the Miscellaneous Dao Institute seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But times had changed. The institute now had Xiao Chen overseeing it, and recently, the deeds of Cao Youqian had spread among the outer sect disciples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many were now saying the head of the Miscellaneous Dao Institute was a hidden expert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, there were also those who claimed Chief Chu was just lucky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But regardless of the reason, Chief Chu was clearly not someone outer sect disciples like them could afford to offend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng then turned his gaze toward the source of the voice from earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw a middle-aged man rise and respectfully greet him. \"Han An of the Merit Hall greets Chief Chu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need for formality. You're off duty today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng returned the courtesy politely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han smiled. \"Indeed, I’m off duty today. Chief Chu, what brings you down the mountain?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng didn’t bother hiding his intentions. \"I have one external disciple recruitment slot this year, so I came down to take a look.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As an all-knowing figure in the academy, Steward Han immediately smelled the scent of opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Chu Feng didn’t have much fame among the ten institute heads, with the golden reputation of Xiao Chen backing him, his position was stable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Could it be that Chief Chu is interested in either Kuang Sandao or Ling Zitong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No. I just heard there was a duel today and came to watch.\" Chu Feng answered with a serious expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to Steward Han, that sounded like deliberate evasion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, Chief Chu had taken a liking to one of the two. If he could get a clue and pass the information on, it might fetch a good price.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if many elders and institute heads didn’t acknowledge Chu Feng’s ability to teach, no one doubted his eye for talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, how could he have picked out both Xiao Chen and Cao Youqian?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn’t expect Chief Chu to be one for excitement. As the head of an institute, you must be well-versed in countless techniques. Might you offer us some insights later on which of the two is superior?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng smiled. \"Hard to say with duels like this. Let’s wait until the fight begins.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han added, \"Chief, today’s match is not a life-and-death duel, just a sparring bout. But there are still many who’ve placed bets.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng replied, \"I see. What a shame—I know nothing about either of them. Otherwise, I might have placed a small bet myself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While they spoke, noise stirred from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look! Kuang Sandao is here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Steward Han led Chu Feng to a seat by the window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng looked outside and saw a bearded man dashing through the air at astonishing speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His feet moved as if walking on solid ground, even though he was in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gasp...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the teahouse, many Wendao Academy disciples inhaled sharply at the sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kuang Sandao really lives up to his name. Using spiritual power to run through the air just for an entrance—that’s insanely draining.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does that mean he’s confident in winning this match?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not necessarily. Ling Zitong's Longyuan Spear Technique is no joke. Even among outer sect disciples of Wendao Academy, only those in the top hundred can be sure of beating him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng listened to the crowd’s discussions and quietly waited for the second contestant to arrive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the sound of hooves echoed in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A dashing young man, clad in white robes, silver spear in hand, rode a white horse straight toward the Life and Death Platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just before the horse reached the platform, the young man leapt high into the air and landed gracefully atop it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His entrance wasn’t as flashy as Kuang Sandao’s, but it had undeniable style.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad,\" Chu Feng suddenly remarked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han instinctively asked, \"Is Chief Chu placing his hopes on Ling Zitong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No. I just think the kid’s handsome. In my eyes, strength is temporary, but looks—those are forever.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng said with a completely serious face, spouting nonsense with a straight expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this Chief Chu… unreliable?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or perhaps he was using this to mislead everyone else—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To prevent them from guessing whom he intended to recruit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes. That had to be it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking this, Steward Han couldn’t help but smile slightly and took a sip of tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once I confirm who Chief Chu plans to take as a disciple, I’ll sell the info.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the Life and Death Platform—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao saw Ling Zitong land and greeted him heartily. \"Brother Ling, it’s been a while. Still as elegant as ever, I see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong cupped his fists and said, \"Brother Sandao, you’re no less impressive. Today, I’d like to see how your three slashes have progressed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao laughed. \"This time, I won’t let you down, Brother Ling.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then let’s begin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong spoke as he took half a step back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao didn’t retreat but instead gestured for him to strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Ling Zitong spoke, the spear in his hand swept forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao also drew his blade and met the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two clashed at full force right from the start. A tremendous explosion rang out, causing the surrounding spectators to instinctively retreat several steps, afraid of getting caught in the blast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cleaving a Thousand Armies!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao roared as he unleashed his technique in a wide, sweeping arc.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong was not to be outdone. He immediately retaliated with a shout: \"Howling Dragon Break!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, blade aura and spear force engulfed the entire platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The whole Life and Death Platform shook violently under their exchange, as if it might collapse at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thick cloud of dust engulfed the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience below retreated further, trying to disperse the haze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the teahouse, Chu Feng and the others sipped their tea calmly, their expressions unchanged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, the dust cleared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stage, Ling Zitong had been pushed back to the edge. He bore a few minor injuries, but his gaze was resolute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across from him, Kuang Sandao didn’t fare much better—his shoulder had a bloody hole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spectators below looked at the two and cried out, \"So strong! These two are incredible! Even Wendao Academy disciples might not be better than this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao and Ling Zitong didn’t continue their attacks, instead staring at each other with solemn expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Ling, you've gotten stronger,\" said Kuang Sandao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong smiled. \"We’re about equal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao said, \"Next, I’ll use my strongest slash. If you can withstand it, I’ll concede defeat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong replied, \"I’ve been wanting to see this strongest slash you've trained so hard on.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao slowly raised his blade, and his aura steadily intensified.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong stepped forward half a pace, eyes growing ever more determined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wild Wave Slash!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dragon Bearing Break!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the blade was drawn, the entire crowd was shaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Blade intent! Kuang Sandao actually grasped a sliver of blade intent—this guy’s impressive,\" Chu Feng commented with a smile as he watched the seemingly unstoppable strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciples in the teahouse, hearing this, looked at Kuang Sandao with new wariness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blade fell—victory was decided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong’s silver spear dropped to the ground, blood dripping down his arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for showing mercy, Brother Sandao. I accept this loss wholeheartedly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuang Sandao said, \"You flatter me, Brother Ling. We were only sparring—there's no grudge between us. Tonight’s drinks are on me at the Fragrant Pavilion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Agreed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ling Zitong picked up his weapon and left the platform with Kuang Sandao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han watched the scene unfold, then turned to Chu Feng and asked, \"Chief Chu, if you had to choose between the two, who would you take as a disciple?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kuang Sandao is excellent,\" Chu Feng said, then suddenly shifted his tone. \"But if I had to choose—it would be Ling Zitong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han looked puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Feng smiled. \"Didn’t I already give you the answer? Because he’s handsome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Steward Han: \"…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>====================================================================================\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Get access to 20 chapters in advance and enjoy 2 daily updates by supporting the series. 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