Getting Stronger By Fighting

"Cultivation through hardship?"

Wang Zhan looked at Luo Xue with curiosity.

Since when did Xiang Tian become so diligent?

"How about this, I’ll go call him over right now, and then you two can meet and have a proper chat."

Luo Xue decided directly.

But Wang Zhan waved his hand. After glancing towards the direction of the back mountain, he said, "I think I’ll go see him myself, it’s a good chance to test his strength!"

As he spoke, Wang Zhan was already headed in the direction of the back mountain.

Before anyone could say a word, they realized Wang Zhan had disappeared in front of them.

In that instant, everyone understood that the gap between them and Wang Zhan was not just a small difference.

But now that Wang Zhan has returned inside the Sky Pavilion, they naturally do not need to worry anymore.

In the days to come, there will still be plenty of time to chat at length.

"Master, should we head back as well? I’ve just encountered some bottleneck issues and would like to discuss them with you."

Zuo Linglong circled around to Feng Tianci’s side and smiled as she spoke.

Although he had decent relationships with the people inside the Sky Pavilion, his best relationship was naturally with Feng Tianci.

Feng Tianci nodded in agreement, then smiled and said, "Just in time to tell me what has been happening lately. You’ve been away for far too long; I have no idea what you have been busy with. I’m curious about Wang Zhan’s experiences that allowed him to advance rapidly in such a short time, even to the point of rivaling me."

Zuo Linglong smiled and agreed, leaving with Feng Tianci.

As everyone was preparing to disperse, Xuan Yu glanced at the Sword Spirit, noticing that the Fire Qilin had returned to Wang Zhan’s body, leaving only a stranger, the Sword Spirit, before them.

While the Sword Spirit wasn’t unfamiliar with those before him—having stayed in Wang Zhan’s body, he was naturally aware of the events happening around and recognized these people.

Though he had seen these people, they were unaware of his existence and had never seen him.

The Sword Spirit’s lips curled into a faint smile while his gaze fell on Zuo Linglong. He spoke with a smile, "I’m a friend of Mr. Wang. From a certain perspective, if it weren’t for Mr. Wang’s help, I wouldn’t even have this body, let alone be standing in front of you."

"I see."

Xuan Yu said with a smile, then continued, "Since Mr. Wang has already gone in the direction of the back mountain, I’ll temporarily settle you in a room so you can rest well. Mr. Wang probably won’t take long to come back from the back mountain."

The Sword Spirit nodded and followed Xuan Yu out the door.

Luo Xue and the others didn’t linger either and quickly left.

Meanwhile, Dong Tianlei summoned everyone, aware that all the affairs of the Sky Pavilion now rested on his and Xuan Yu’s shoulders, even though Wang Zhan had returned. Knowing Wang Zhan’s character, he suspected he would still act leisurely.

Upon thinking about this, Dong Tianlei waved to those around him and directly ordered, "Everyone quickly prepare. Wang Zhan and his group haven’t returned to the Sky Pavilion in half a year. Since today is a long-awaited reunion, naturally, we must prepare a welcome banquet."

Everyone cheered and got busy.

This enough shows that even though Wang Zhan hadn’t been inside the Sky Pavilion for a long time, he was still cherished by everyone.

In the blink of an eye, Wang Zhan arrived in the back mountain.

In front of a waterfall.

Xiang Tian stood underwater, amidst energy fluctuations.

He seemed to sense someone approaching and instantly shot up into the sky, quickly heading toward Wang Zhan.

The next moment, Xiang Tian spoke coldly, "Didn’t I tell you? During this time, no one should come near this pool, even by a step! Did you take my words as mere wind passing your ears?"

"Or do you think your head is tough? Is that why you’ve come here to act recklessly?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan chuckled, shaking his head while crossing his arms. Glancing at Xiang Tian in mid-air, he laughed and said, "Since when did you have such great abilities, kid?"

This voice is...

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Xiang Tian’s eyes widened immediately.

In an instant, he was already in front of Wang Zhan.

Previously, because of the distance between him and Wang Zhan, he hadn’t recognized Wang Zhan’s presence nor identified him.

But now, having heard the familiar voice, he could not help but realize who stood before him.

Quickly, Xiang Tian rushed to Wang Zhan’s side, excitedly saying, "Brother Wang, you’ve finally returned! What have you been busy with lately? Why haven’t we heard anything from you? We thought you..."

Xiang Tian is tirelessly practicing here to make his power formidable, aiming to charge once again towards Tianyin Gate and have a showdown with Luo Junce.

No matter the reason, if anything unexpected happens to Wang Zhan, it can’t be separated from Tianyin Gate.

Wang Zhan, standing beside him, shook his head with a smile and continued, "You brat, can’t you wish me well for once? Although I have been away from Inside Tian Pavilion for some time, this time has been a great experience for me, and I think you can see that my power has also advanced rapidly, right?"

Now Xiang Tian’s strength has also improved. Although he cannot discern the realm of Wang Zhan’s powers, he can feel that Wang Zhan at the moment can’t be compared with his past self.

That proves the gap between them is continuously widening.

"I’ve long since grown used to it."

Xiang Tian chuckled and said, "After all, since I’ve been by your side, your rate of improvement has always exceeded our expectations, far beyond what we can compare to, so I naturally stopped paying attention to it."

"Alright, don’t be so sour."

Wang Zhan raised his fist and knocked it against Xiang Tian’s chest, then said with a laugh, "I have to admit, your progress is quick too; you must have unknowingly reached the Star River level by now?"

Xiang Tian scratched his head, "I didn’t expect you’d see through it already?"

Actually, Wang Zhan had already entered the ranks of the Star Realm level experts, and even though it’s just a two-level gap, crossing this gap is not so easy.

"Brother Wang, what realm are you in now?"

Xiang Tian’s eyes suddenly lit up, and he quickly asked.

Wang Zhan chuckled and said, "As for me..."

"No matter what realm I ascend to, we’ll always be brothers and comrades fighting side by side, so there’s no need to dwell on it."

Xiang Tian knew in his heart that Wang Zhan said this just to avoid discouraging him.

He is well aware of his own talent and, compared to Wang Zhan, there seems to be a considerable difference.

But even with that, he still wants to smooth over this gap as much as possible.

Wang Zhan patted him on the shoulder and said again, "Alright, just focus all your energy on improving your cultivation instead of worrying about other things."

Xiang Tian nodded, "Brother Wang, since you’re back now, let’s not waste any more time here. Let’s pack up and start heading down the mountain now?"

In the blink of an eye, the two figures descended from the back mountain.

However, as soon as they reached the half-mountain area, they saw Feng Tianci approaching with another person.

The next second, Xiang Tian’s eyes widened, and after glancing at Zuo Linglong, he quickly exclaimed, "He’s already reached the Star River level?"

Wang Zhan smiled noncommittally.

In fact, even when he first saw Zuo Linglong, he felt a bit surprised.

He never thought Zuo Linglong could improve so quickly in such a short time, but it was all due to Zuo Linglong’s talent.

The Fire Qilin couldn’t impart much to him; without talent, how could such a leap in advancement be completed?

But even so, it won’t be easy for Zuo Linglong to take another step forward in the future.

After all, not everyone is like Wang Zhan.

Moreover, even though Feng Tianci’s strength matches Wang Zhan’s, using all of his trump cards, even Feng Tianci wouldn’t be Wang Zhan’s opponent...

The irony is, Feng Tianci spent his life reaching the rank of a Star Realm level expert, constantly trying to break through this level barrier, yet never succeeding...

Xiang Tian sighed helplessly, shook his head, and said, "I never thought talent would be so important. If my talent were a bit better, I wouldn’t need to work so hard now."

"Stop complaining, you brat."

Wang Zhan laughed and, looking at Feng Tianci and the other person, asked with curiosity, "What are you doing going up the mountain?"

"Isn’t there a welcome banquet tonight? Aren’t you planning to attend?"

Feng Tianci smiled and said, "That’s all young people’s stuff, I won’t bother. Besides, how do you know there’ll definitely be a banquet?"

Wang Zhan and Xiang Tian exchanged a smile, with Wang Zhan shaking his head and saying, "Dong Tianlei is very cautious in his dealings; even if I don’t say it, I’m sure he has already prepared for a welcome banquet in advance."

"So to speak, I’m sure he’s busy with it already?"

Feng Tianci shook his head helplessly, marveling at Wang Zhan’s keen insight...

And Zuo Linglong’s eyes lit up, "A welcome banquet?"

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