Chapter 743: The Banner Head of the Fifth Section

After Li Li Rouyun departed, the hushed whispers on the training ground spread forth, and numerous gazes, filled with amusement and scrutiny, fixed upon Li Luo.

Everyone present knew Li Luo's identity quite well; to be frank, his background was quite illustrious—grandson of a Division Head, son of Li Taixuan. Judging by the glory Li Taixuan once displayed, had nothing unexpected occurred, Li Taixuan would very likely have become the next Division Head of the Dragon Tooth Division; thus, Li Luo's status, let alone within the Dragon Tooth Division, even across the entire Heavenly Dragon Five

Divisions, counted him among the top-tier "third generations."

It was merely a pity that Li Taixuan had left the Dragon Tooth Division that year, reportedly fleeing to Outer Shenzhou, and this Li Luo before them was born in that Outer Shenzhou, which in their eyes was like a desolate backwater...

This identity, which was clearly something they could aspire to but never reach, yet possessed an origin they could look down upon; this contradictory feeling made the eight thousand of the Azure Banner in the Qingming Banner feel quite complex.

"I heard this Banner Head Li Luo is currently only at the realm of the Small Evil Palace?"

"Heh, a Banner Head at the Small Evil Palace realm; that's a unique case in all these years, truly something to envy."

"It's just a pity for the three of Li Shi in the Fifth Section; they were all of the Silver Evil Body realm. Originally, they were trying every means to compete, but who would have thought someone parachuted in directly."

"..."

As numerous whispers continued, the banner troops of the other four sections held a mindset of watching the spectacle, while casting mocking glances at the banner troops of the Fifth Section.

Under these gazes, the faces of the Fifth Section's banner troops all looked somewhat unpleasant, with suppressed anger rising in their eyes.

"Ahem." At this moment, Zhong Ling, the Banner Head of the First Section, coughed lightly. He smiled and bowed to Li Luo, saying, "Congratulations, Banner Head Li Luo. The Great Hall Master once set numerous records for our Qingming Hall; now that Banner Head Li Luo has just arrived at the Qingming Banner, he has also set a record as a Banner Head of the Small Evil Palace realm." In his words, he did not conceal his malice, for he had learned from his own uncle that this Li Luo had entered the Qingming Banner this time aiming for the position of Great Banner Head, a position he had already regarded as his exclusive possession; how could he

the Dark Banner, and also set a record as the youngest Banner Head of a Minor Sha Palace realm." His words did not conceal malice, because he had already learned from his own uncle that this Li Luo had entered the Green Nether Banner this time aiming for the position of Grand Banner Head, and that position had long been regarded by him as his own exclusive preserve—how could he allow it.

Zhong Ling's words immediately caused some low laughter in the arena.

Li Luo's expression remained unchanged; he said calmly, "There is no need to congratulate me now. Wait until there are more records in the future; we can celebrate them all together then."

Zhong Ling was stunned; he had not expected Li Luo to be so restrained, showing not the slightest anger at his words. This state of mind was indeed extraordinary.

As for what Li Luo said, he merely smiled, did not continue to speak further, and turned directly to leave.

Although Li Luo's identity was extraordinary and he possessed the Three Phases, his talent was indeed enviable, but unfortunately, he was born in Outer Shenzhou; how could he compare to them in such a place lacking cultivation resources?

The realm of the Small Evil Palace was enough to explain everything.

With less than three months remaining until the contest for the Great Banner Head of the Qingming Banner, he would take the opportunity then to secure the Great Banner Head position, thereby cutting off Li Luo's hopes.

At that time, his uncle would be able to strike again, vying for the position of Great Hall Master of the Qingming Hall. With Zhong Ling's departure, the banner troops of the First Section followed in succession. The Banner Heads of the other three sections did not speak ill of Li Luo, nor did they show any sign of closeness. For such a parachuted-in appointee who did not meet the conditions, anyone would feel a bit of resistance; after all, they had all undergone numerous challenges to obtain their current positions, yet Li Luo, someone returning from Outer Shenzhou, could effortlessly obtain the same position as them, which inevitably

When the time comes, his uncle will also be able to make another move and scheme for the position of Grand Courtyard Master of the Green Nether Institute. As Zhong Ling departed, the banner members of the First Division followed one after another. The Banner Heads of the other three divisions did not utter any harsh words toward Li Luo, but neither did they show any sign of closeness. Toward this kind of parachuted-incomer who did not meet the conditions, anyone would feel a measure of resistance—after all, they had all gone through challenge after challenge to earn their current positions, yet Li Luo, a person who had returned from the Outer Shenzhou, was able to obtain a position equal to theirs without the slightest effort. This inevitably

【43】 Mu Bi, Li Shi, and Zhao Zhao Yanzhi all listened to what Li Luo said, and their expressions all shifted—especially the latter, who, upon seeing Li Luo glance at her and then stop talking, visibly relaxed a great deal in her curvaceous figure.

Of course, the most important thing was that Li Luo's strength had not yet reached the qualification of a Banner Head.

Therefore, his possession of this position was merely relying on the lingering influence of his father, Li Taixuan.

The three Banner Heads, after offering a polite bow to Li Luo, turned and dispersed. Since Li Luo was appointed as the Banner Head of the Fifth Section, this problem was left for those three fellows in the Fifth Section to worry about.

As for how unpleasant things would become between the two sides next, that was their own business.

With the banner troops of the other four sections dispersing, only the banner troops of the Fifth Section remained in the arena, but everyone could feel that many eyes were watching the scene from the shadows nearby, obviously wanting to see what would happen next.

At this moment, Li Luo also turned his gaze toward the banner troops of the Fifth Section. Glancing at the three silent leaders, he said lightly, "Are you all dissatisfied with me?" Hearing Li Luo's direct and impolite words, the Fifth Section's banner troops stirred slightly, and the brows of the three leaders, Zhao Zhao Yanzhi, Li Shi, and Mu Bi, furrowed slightly. This newly arrived Banner Head was even more domineering than they had imagined.

"I wonder if the Banner Head wants us to submit to your identity as the grandson of a Division Head and the son of the Great Hall Master, or to your strength at the Small Evil Palace realm?" Mu Bi, the most burly of them, said in a muffled voice.

"I wonder if the Banner Head knows that when the Twenty Banners were established, the Ancestor said: Within the Twenty Banners, there is no status, only strength." Li Shi also spoke slowly at this moment.

"Heh, the Banner Head just returned from Outer Shenzhou; how could he know these rules?" Within the Fifth Section, some arrogant banner troops, led by Li Shi, laughed mockingly.

This caused some laughter again. At this time, the charming woman named Zhao Zhao Yanzhi smiled slightly. Her peach-blossom eyes, filled with charm, shifted as she said, "Banner Head, do not be angry. You are new after all, and we are not yet familiar with each other. Perhaps after you reveal your true abilities in the future, everyone will naturally submit to you." Her words carried a tone of mediation; although she was somewhat unwilling about Li Luo's parachuting in, since the matter was already done, she did not think truly provoking Li Luo would bring any good results. The other party's identity and background were too hard;

if they offended him too severely, it might not necessarily be a good thing for them.

Although the Ancestor had said there was no hierarchy of status within the Twenty Banners, they were not lone wolves behind the scenes. Given Li Luo's status within the Dragon Tooth Division, it would not be difficult for him to control them.

"Mu Bi, originally a beggar from Tianmu City, fought for food with stray dogs on the roadside since childhood. Later, he showed his brilliance, took in wandering children, and established the 'Iron Dragon Gang.' After undergoing numerous selections, he entered the Qingming Banner."

"Li Shi, from a declining collateral branch. The entire clan gathered all resources to help you cultivate. Ultimately, you lived up to expectations, stood out, entered the Qingming Banner, became the hope of the clan, and bore the heavy responsibility of revitalizing the clan on your shoulders."

"Zhao Zhao Yanzhi..." At this point, he stopped speaking. Zhao Zhao Yanzhi had been born in a brothel since childhood, raised by her eldest sister. Her eldest sister used her beauty to entertain others, earning numerous resources, which allowed the young Zhao Zhao Yanzhi to escape the brothel.

She strove forward from there, climbing hard. Her goal was to become a high-ranking member of the Dragon Tooth Division to secure protection for her eldest sister and ensure her sister's peaceful rest of life.

This information was provided to him by Li Li Rouyun. The first two were fine, but since Zhao Zhao Yanzhi was a woman, there was no need to reveal this information publicly.

These three actually had something in common: they all came from humble origins and cultivated through hardship to achieve their current accomplishments.

Hearing what Li Luo said, the faces of Mu Bi, Li Shi, and Zhao Zhao Yanzhi all changed. Especially the latter, seeing Li Luo look at her once and then stop speaking, her curvaceous figure visibly relaxed considerably.

However, they all understood the meaning behind Li Luo's words.

This showed that Li Luo was well-informed about their intelligence. They themselves might not fear anything, but they all had attachments; Li Luo's words were giving a warning.

Mu Bi, Li Shi, and Zhao Zhao Yanzhi all changed expression as they listened to Li Luo speak, especially the latter, whose curvaceous figure visibly relaxed a great deal after seeing Li Luo glance at her and then stop talking.

This Third Young Master returning from Outer Shenzhou indeed had some methods.

The three's expressions shifted, and resentment rose in their hearts, but at that moment, their arrogance dared not be displayed recklessly due to the people and things they cared about in their hearts.

The three's sharpness was clearly blunted by a notch.

"If you are dissatisfied, I will give you a chance." At this very moment, Li Luo lowered his eyelids slightly, and his voice sounded flat.

The eyes of Mu Bi, Li Shi, and Zhao Zhao Yanzhi all narrowed.

"What does the Banner Head mean?" Zhao Zhao Yanzhi revealed a charming and bright smile.

"Choose one person from the three of you. If you can withstand one strike from me without injury, I will hand over the position of Banner Head."

"If I win in the end, from now on, the three of you will pledge allegiance to me. In the future, I will not treat you poorly, but if there is even a hint of hypocrisy, then do not blame me for being unkind."

Li Luo stood on the platform, his calm gaze sharp as he looked at the three people below.

And his words, as expected, caused a huge commotion among the Fifth Section's banner troops. On everyone's faces, a strong expression of shock appeared.

No one expected Li Luo to offer such an unbelievable chance.

A Small Evil Palace realm cultivator, yet asking three Silver Evil Body experts to withstand one strike from him?!

At this moment, a thought rose in all their hearts: This newly arrived Banner Head seems a bit not very smart.

No one expected Li Luo to offer such an unbelievable opportunity.

【58】 No one expected Li Luo to give out such an unbelievable opportunity.

A minor Sha Palace realm, yet he dares to tell three Silver Sha Body experts to take one of his strikes?!

At this moment, a thought rose in all their hearts: this newly arrived Flag Leader seems a bit not very smart.