Chapter 220-223

220. A Challenge Letter, Storm Brewing in Ancient Origin Sect

"True disciple, Ao Yunxiao!"

Shen Lianxin finally uttered a name.

"Ao Yunxiao?"

Lin Fei frowned. He had not heard of this name before.

"Brother Shen, have you offended him?" Lin Fei asked.

"No, in fact, I didn't even know him before."

"So why did he injure you?"

Shen Lianxin looked up at Lin Fei, speaking word by word: "For momentum! Ao Yunxiao ranks well among the true disciples, both in physical strength and true essence." He's not far from condensing his Energy Flower or Qi Flower. But he hasn't comprehended any momentum. So, he practiced a special martial art. As long as he can defeat opponents of the same level one by one, he can successfully comprehend momentum!

Among the true disciples, except for those who have condensed their Energy Flower or Qi Flower, he has challenged almost all of them. Without exception, he has won. Even a true disciple who has understood the momentum of transcendence martial arts fell under his fist.

We might not be true disciples, but we are 'Dao Seekers', well-known. Especially Brother Lin, with your supreme saber momentum, suppressing hundreds of Martial Saints. Although not a true disciple, your reputation and popularity even overshadow many true disciples. Ao Yunxiao came to me, seeking a duel. And as you know, the result. I am not afraid of any challenge. I fought him and lost."

Lin Fei understood. Shen Lianxin was injured by Ao Yunxiao.

"But, after losing the last time, why did he injure you again?" Lin Fei asked.

Ao Yunxiao just wanted to challenge, to build up momentum. He did not have any deep hatred for Shen Lianxin. It wouldn't warrant a second attack.

Shen Lianxin spoke with a complex expression: "Two days ago, Ao Yunxiao was going to find you. But he couldn't find you, so he came to me to inquire about your whereabouts. I naturally ignored him. He was not happy with my response, and he injured me again."

Shen Lianxin was succinct, explaining the reason. Lin Fei understood. Shen Lianxin was injured for the second time on his behalf. Ao Yunxiao's target was Lin Fei. But Lin Fei had just happened to go down the mountain, back to Fairy Mist Island. So, in the absence of Lin Fei, Ao Yunxiao found Shen Lianxin.

There was some verbal conflict between them. A fight was inevitable. That's why Shen Lianxin got injured this time. And the injuries were very serious. Because this time, Ao Yunxiao was full of anger. He vented all his anger on Shen Lianxin. If it weren't for the Ancient Origin Sect's prohibition against disciple killing, Ao Yunxiao might have wanted to kill Shen Lianxin.

"Ao Yunxiao..."

Lin Fei's gaze was growing colder and colder. In the Ancient Origin Sect, he didn't really have any friends. Lin Fei only had one real friend, Shen Lianxin!

Shen Lianxin was usually quiet and reticent. Even when they were drifting on the sea for months, they hardly spoke. But as friends, they understood each other. Lin Fei was very clear about this. If there was a need, Shen Lianxin would help him at all costs. Even if it meant giving up his life! He and Shen Lianxin were truly friends who had shared life and death together!

However, Lin Fei's anger did not show. He simply said calmly, "Brother Shen, I brought back ten disciples from the eight major families from Fairy Mist Island. I have recommended five disciples. And another five disciples need your recommendation."

Shen Lianxin nodded.

"Brother Shen, rest well. I'll come to see you in a few days."

Lin Fei didn't say much more. He turned around and prepared to leave. As Lin Fei reached the entrance of the cave, Shen Lianxin spoke: "Brother Lin, hit him hard!"

Lin Fei paused slightly but didn't look back. A smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"The one who knows me is Brother Shen!"

With that, Lin Fei strode away. Even though he didn't say anything, Shen Lianxin knew Lin Fei would definitely go to find Ao Yunxiao!

Shen Lianxin might be quiet and reticent, but he was not ignorant. On the contrary, Shen Lianxin understood everything. Between him and Lin Fei, no need to say much. A single look was all it took to understand!

Lin Fei left Shen Lianxin's cave dwelling. He did not directly go to find Ao Yunxiao. Didn't Ao Yunxiao want to accumulate momentum? Wanting to defeat Martial Saints at the same level and then comprehend the momentum of martial arts?

Lin Fei did not want to let Ao Yunxiao get his wish. He wanted to publicly fight Ao Yunxiao, and completely defeat Ao Yunxiao. Let all the momentum that Ao Yunxiao had accumulated before dissipate!

So, Lin Fei didn't need to find Ao Yunxiao. A challenge letter would be enough!

...

The mountain peak of the true disciples. This area was off-limits to inner disciples. Only some elders at the Martial Saint level and true disciples could enter this area. This was the core of the entire Ancient Origin Sect! After all, each true disciple was a hope for the future of the Ancient Origin Sect. There were even many seeds of Martial Sovereign.

Of course, they were only seeds. True disciples had come and gone in waves. But who had become a Martial Sovereign? Few and far between! Scarce! So-called seeds of Martial Sovereign, maybe, would always remain seeds, never growing into towering trees!

Inside Ao Yunxiao's cave dwelling, several true disciples gathered. Although Ao Yunxiao was not a seed of Martial Sovereign, even the seeds of Martial Sovereign feared Ao Yunxiao. Because, apart from not having comprehended momentum, his physical body and true essence were about to condense into Energy Flower and Qi Flower. By then, with both flowers blooming, even if he hadn't comprehended momentum, Ao Yunxiao would still be a top-tier Martial Saint!

Such a person, no matter how much emphasis was placed on him was not excessive. Even if he didn't become a Martial Sovereign, he would dominate one side in the future. Therefore, around Ao Yunxiao, there would be some true disciples who took the initiative to befriend him.

"Brother Ao, the momentum you've accumulated should be almost enough, right? Could it be that you still haven't comprehended momentum? Almost all the true disciples at the same level as Brother Ao have been defeated by you. Only those brothers who have condensed the Energy Flower and Qi Flower have not been challenged. But for those who have condensed the Energy Flower and Qi Flower, the gap is too big, and the challenge is also useless."

Many true disciples hoped that Ao Yunxiao could comprehend momentum. Because, in that case, once Ao Yunxiao comprehends momentum, he might even have the chance to be listed as a seed of Martial Sovereign. By then, Ao Yunxiao's identity and status in the Ancient Origin Sect will be greatly different.

"I'm just one short! Defeat him and I can comprehend momentum!"

Ao Yunxiao had been waiting all along, waiting for that person to appear.

"Brother Ao, you're referring to the 'Dao Seeker' Lin Fei, aren't you? I heard he comprehended the saber momentum, and he was in the limelight for a while in the beginner stage. But he seems to have gone down the mountain."

"Going down the mountain at this time is probably to avoid Brother Ao."

"Yes, Lin Fei definitely doesn't dare to fight with Brother Ao. After all, Brother Ao is famous and invincible among the true disciples. If he accepts the challenge, wouldn't it be a humiliation for himself?"

Everyone knew who Ao Yunxiao was referring to.

Dao Seeker Lin Fei!

Although he was not a true disciple but an outer elder, his status as a "Dao Seeker" made him a prominent figure in the Ancient Origin Sect. Ao Yunxiao wanted to accumulate momentum, and he definitely couldn't do it without Lin Fei.

"He will appear. I purposely injured Shen Lianxin to show him. As long as he is still a martial artist and has a bit of arrogance, he won't be able to resist! If he can't resist, I can defeat him. By then, my martial momentum will be achieved!"

Ao Yunxiao said faintly. His tone was filled with unwavering conviction.

"Report! Master, the outer elder, 'Dao Seeker' Lin Fei has issued a challenge letter to the master, requesting the master to fight him on the Sect's stage in three days!"

"Whoosh."

Suddenly, a glint flashed in Ao Yunxiao's eyes. The many true disciples were also somewhat surprised. They didn't expect that Ao Yunxiao's prediction would come true. Lin Fei indeed couldn't resist, and even took the initiative to issue a challenge! However, this was exactly what Ao Yunxiao intended.

"I accept the challenge! Junior brothers, please return. I need to adjust my condition. In three days, I will defeat Lin Fei and fully comprehend the martial momentum! See the guests out!"

Ao Yunxiao waved his hand. Many true disciples also got up one after another and left the cave dwelling.

221. The Big Battle Begins

Three days later, the area under the Ancient Origin Sect's arena was already crowded with people. It was filled with disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect. The Ancient Origin Sect's arena, whether they were true disciples, inner disciples, or outer disciples, all could challenge on the stage.

Ordinary disciples could go to the stage to resolve their conflicts, but they cannot kill the opponent. Otherwise, whether intentional or unintentional, they will be heavily punished!

After all, martial artists are all impulsive. They could start a fight at the slightest disagreement. If life-and-death battles were allowed, many disciples probably would go to the stage and fight to the death. By then, the Ancient Origin Sect would also lose many talented disciples. This was undoubtedly an unnecessary loss. Fighting was okay. Resolving grievances was also okay. But they cannot kill the opponent. This was the bottom line of the Ancient Origin Sect.

At this moment, the area under the stage was crowded with people. This was because the people who challenged the stage today were extraordinary.

Ordinary disciples fight on the stage to resolve grudges. Actually, the disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect had grown accustomed to it. But this time it was different. One side was Ao Yunxiao, who was currently gaining prominence among the true disciples!

It is said that Ao Yunxiao, whether in physical strength or true essence was not far from condensing the Energy Flower and Qi Flower. Moreover, Ao Yunxiao was still accumulating momentum. He had already defeated many true disciples. Once he defeated his opponent today, then Ao Yunxiao's momentum could be established. There is a great possibility of comprehending the martial momentum!

By then, Ao Yunxiao could even become a seed of Martial Sovereign in the Ancient Origin Sect! Being able to witness the birth of a Martial Sovereign seed with their own eyes was something that many disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect cannot miss.

As for Ao Yunxiao's opponent, he was not a nobody. Dao Seeker Lin Fei! The title "Dao Seeker" alone was enough to make Lin Fei famous! After all, "Dao Seekers" were often associated with some legends. Even, there's a saying a seeker will surely become a Golden Core!

That is to describe those Foundation Establishment seekers. What if it's a Martial Saint Seeker? Some people speculate that was it possible that they must become Martial Sovereigns!?

Of course, this was just speculation. Or some private guesses. And when Lin Fei was a beginner, he suppressed hundreds of Martial Saints with his saber momentum with his own power! Such a feat was not inferior to Ao Yunxiao!

Therefore, the battle between Lin Fei and Ao Yunxiao could be described as a fierce battle between dragons and tigers. It immediately attracted the attention of all the disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect.

Even some of the top Martial Saints who have condensed the Energy Flower and Qi Flower were all paying attention to this battle.

"Who knows who will win this battle?"

"Ao Yunxiao has been in the Ancient Origin Sect for many years, stepping up from an outer disciple to a true disciple. Such a true disciple, both in talent and intelligence, is among the best. I favor Ao Yunxiao more!"

"Ao Yunxiao is indeed strong and has even defeated many true disciples. However, Ao Yunxiao has not comprehended the Momentum, which is his biggest disadvantage. A Martial Saint with or without Momentum is completely different."

"Even without Momentum, Ao Yunxiao's true essence and physical body have reached the level of top Martial Saints. How long has Lin Fei been a beginner? He hasn't even studied his techniques for a few days. Even if he has Momentum, he is not invincible."

For a time, many people were discussing, analyzing the odds of victory between Lin Fei and Ao Yunxiao. There were some elders also among the crowd. They had a better understanding of Ao Yunxiao.

"Ao Yunxiao, this kid is extraordinary and determined. In this battle, he will most likely win. Once he wins, he will definitely comprehend the Martial Momentum!"

Most of the elders, actually, favored Ao Yunxiao. Only they knew how strong Ao Yunxiao's physical body and True Yuan were.

Although, true essence, the physical body, especially the physical body seemed that they could be stacked with resources and quickly become strong. But even if they could be stacked with resources, the entire Ancient Origin Sect, even the true disciples, how many of them could condense the Energy Flower?

Easy to say, hard to do.

Moreover, Ao Yunxiao also had powerful true essence. On the other hand, they just knew that Lin Fei had comprehended the saber momentum. Even, the saber momentum had reached transcendence.

However, those saber momentums could be very effective against martial artists of average will. For a martial artist like Ao Yunxiao with a firm will, even if there was a suppression effect, Ao Yunxiao could withstand it.

Having saber momentum, even saber momentum transcendence, was not invincible. However, it didn't matter who favors whom. The fight hadn't started yet. Only when the fight is over could they see who was the winner.

"Ao Yunxiao is here!"

Suddenly, someone looked up at the sky. A streak of light fell directly onto the stage.

Ao Yunxiao was in a white robe. He didn't bring any weapons, because he practiced boxing. No need for any weapons.

Ao Yunxiao landed on the stage. He glanced around. Then closed his eyes and stopped talking. Even if Lin Fei didn't come. He was not anxious at all. Very steady. Very calm. As if he had the victory in his hands! For a while, the noise below the stage gradually diminished.

"Is that 'Dao Seeker' Lin Fei?"

Suddenly, another figure flew from the void.

"Dao Seeker" Lin Fei. The current elder of the Ancient Origin Sect's outer door, although there was much news about "Dao Seeker" Lin Fei in the Ancient Origin Sect, and even though Lin Fei's fame was not small, very few people had actually seen him.

Most people did not recognize him.

Only today when Lin Fei step by step, descended from the sky and landed on the stage, did the disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect see Lin Fei and recognized him.

"'Dao Seeker' Lin Fei is quite calm!"

"Worthy of someone who can suppress hundreds of Martial Saints with his own power."

"This kind of courage is not inferior to any true disciple!"

With the arrival of Lin Fei, there was complete silence around the stage, all eyes were on Lin Fei.

"Swish".

Ao Yunxiao opened his eyes.

"Lin Fei, you're finally here!"

Ao Yunxiao's voice was very calm. Although this battle was very important to him, he was still not impatient.

Lin Fei's gaze was also looking at Ao Yunxiao. He did not see any arrogance or domineering on Ao Yunxiao's face. What he saw was only confidence. Extreme confidence!

This kind of confidence, Lin Fei also has. Or to say, Ao Yunxiao and Lin Fei were actually the same kind of person.

"Ao Yunxiao, you intentionally injured Shen Lianxin for the second time, didn't you? How could a person as determined as you start a fight because of some words? You intentionally injured Shen Lianxin to show me. To provoke my anger, forcing me to take action! Once I take action, you defeat me, you can fully comprehend the Martial Momentum!

You are very confident. You are confident that you can win! I have to say, you succeeded. I indeed have a bit of anger. All your plans and every step were successful. But you can't defeat me. If this step fails, you will fall into the abyss! You should never have injured Shen Lianxin to force me to take action. With me here, you won't comprehend Momentum!"

Lin Fei spoke word by word. Although his tone was calm, every word was attacking the heart. He spoke out all of Ao Yunxiao's plans. Injuring Shen Lianxin was just a trick. Everything was just Ao Yunxiao's plan, in effect, he was forcing Lin Fei to take action.

This was very dangerous. Once defeated by Lin Fei, all the momentum that Ao Yunxiao had accumulated before would become nothing, even casting a shadow on Ao Yunxiao's mind, harder to comprehend the Martial Momentum again.

Ao Yunxiao's move was like betting all he had, betting everything, leaving no room. This was ruthless. Ruthless to others. Even more ruthless to himself!

Ao Yunxiao's plan was exposed by Lin Fei, but he didn't look surprised. Instead, he calmly said, "The path of martial arts is like rowing against the current, if you don't advance, you will retreat. Without the courage to go all out, how can one reach the peak of martial arts? Moreover, I will definitely win this battle! No one can shake my belief!"

Indeed, Ao Yunxiao's belief was very strong. A verbal confrontation. Both sides were equally matched. No one had the upper hand.

Lin Fei didn't speak anymore. There's no point. A martial artist still has to prove himself with his strength!

"You want to fight, I will give you the opportunity! However, whether you can seize this opportunity, it's not up to you. I'm the one who has the final say!"

"Boom".

On Lin Fei's body, a huge, fierce aura burst out instantly. A circle of white light instantly enveloped the entire stage.

Without any hesitation, Lin Fei released his saber momentum at the first moment!

222. I will break your momentum

No one who hadn't directly faced a saber momentum especially a transcendent saber momentum would ever know how terrifying it was. And Lin Fei's saber momentum was not just ordinary saber momentum.

Lin Fei's saber momentum was the integration of dozens of top-notch saber techniques. It was supported by the foundation of hundreds of saber techniques and eventually evolved into the current saber momentum.

Therefore, Lin Fei's saber momentum was different from other people's saber momentum. Some people's saber momentum was quite extreme. But Lin Fei? His saber momentum encompassed everything. It had countless saber technique foundations. It had the integration of countless saber momentum. There's no weak point at all. Very comprehensive.

But comprehensive doesn't mean mediocre. On the contrary, once saber momentum is comprehensive, it will be even more terrifying. Under the suppression of the saber momentum, a peer's strength will be suppressed to a very low level.

"What a terrifying saber momentum! Fame is not as good as seeing it in person."

"Although it was known long ago that 'Dao Seeker' Lin Fei suppressed hundreds of Martial Saints with his saber momentum, I thought it was simply because those hundreds of Martial Saints were loose cultivators and were too weak. But now it seems that this is not the case. It's just that Lin Fei's saber momentum is too strong! Even if it is also saber momentum transcendence, it will be suppressed by Lin Fei's saber momentum. This level of saber momentum, once it reaches perfection in the future, will be the top martial momentum, no one can compare!"

Laymen watch the bustle of the crowd, while professionals perceive the knack and how. Those inner sect elders who had condensed the Energy Flower, Qi Flower, or comprehended momentum could see the terror of Lin Fei's saber momentum at a glance.

Martial momentum also had strengths and weaknesses. And Lin Fei's saber momentum was top-notch saber momentum, second to none. Under this kind of saber momentum suppression, one's strength would be reduced to a very low level.

At this moment, on the stage, Ao Yunxiao personally experienced the horror of Lin Fei's saber momentum. He felt as if his whole body was being cut by countless sabers. Even the true essence in his body and his physical body were suppressed. Moreover, this suppression far exceeded Ao Yunxiao's imagination.

"Swish".

Ao Yunxiao raised his head. He looked at Lin Fei and said word by word, "Worthy of 'Dao Seeker', your saber momentum is much stronger than I imagined. But if you think that you can suppress me just by relying on saber momentum, then you are wrong, very wrong! I'm not one of those martial artists with a weak will. Even if it's saber momentum, it can't break my will!"

In the next moment, Ao Yunxiao's body also burst with momentum. It was just momentum, not martial momentum. But a person's momentum represents his mental will. What's more, the true energy in Ao Yunxiao's body was like a volcano erupting. It exploded violently.

"Boom."

Under such terrifying saber momentum, Ao Yunxiao's true essence was still able to flow smoothly. Even more, the more Lin Fei's saber momentum was suppressed, the more Ao Yunxiao's true essence was shaking violently.

At the same time, Ao Yunxiao's body also moved.

One step, two steps, three steps...

Every step Ao Yunxiao took was under the immense pressure of Lin Fei's saber momentum. Every step he took came at a great cost. It was as if he was carrying several large mountains on his back, but not even Ao Yunxiao's back bent a bit, showing the strength of his body.

Ao Yunxiao was getting closer to Lin Fei. In a blink of an eye, he was very close to Lin Fei. It must be said Ao Yunxiao could be considered the strongest opponent Lin Fei had ever seen, whether among the Martial Saints or Foundation Establishment level. Facing his terrifying saber momentum, his mind and will were not affected at all.

"Shoo."

Lin Fei flicked his finger. Suddenly, a saber essence flew out instantly and turned into a rainbow light. In the blink of an eye, it reached Ao Yunxiao's face.

Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique! This is a real Martial Saint level saber technique. Many true disciples might not necessarily be able to cultivate it to transcendence. But now, Lin Fei just used a saber essence to display Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique. And the speed of that rainbow light was definitely a transcendent Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique!

How long had Lin Fei joined Ancient Origin Sect? At most, not even a month!

"Bang."

The rainbow transformation saber slashed at Ao Yunxiao. Ao Yunxiao's eyes were indifferent. He punched out directly.

"Boom."

This punch seemed to shake the entire saber momentum. After all, Ao Yunxiao's punch was not just physical. True essence also exploded together!

Whether it was the physical body or the true essence, Ao Yunxiao was infinitely close to condensing the Energy Flower and Qi Flower. But Lin Fei's rainbow-transforming saber was not weak either. It was a Martial Saint level, transcendent saber technique. Moreover, it was also boosted by saber momentum. Its power was increased by several times!

What's more important was Lin Fei's saber essence. It was not any divine weapon. But it was more terrifying than any divine weapon. It contained terrifying power.

"Bang bang bang".

Ao Yunxiao threw several punches in a row. Above his head, it seemed that there were shadows of mountains and rivers. That was his fist technique.

Lin Fei's eyes were cold and his face was expressionless.

"Shoo."

He flicked his finger again. Another saber essence flew out.

"Boom."

This saber essence was like a volcano erupting. There was a faint sense of heat as if it was a ball of fire. It broke through the void and slashed toward Ao Yunxiao.

"Is that... Flame Burning Heaven Saber!"

"How can Lin Fei display two kinds of Martial Saint level saber techniques?"

"This Flame Burning Heaven Saber is not at transcendence, but it should be at the mastery realm. Moreover, it seems not far from transcendence."

"Flame Burning Heaven Saber and Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique. Both of these are Martial Saint level saber techniques, and both can evolve saber momentum. Generally, Martial Saints who can learn one saber technique have already expended countless efforts. Lin Fei actually practices two saber techniques?"

"Moreover, he can even evolve it from within his saber momentum. How amazing is his true essence?"

For a moment, the esteemed practitioners of the saber technique rose abruptly from their seats, their gazes riveted upon the figure of Lin Fei on the stage.

Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique, and Flame Burning Heaven Saber – two distinct saber techniques. To the observers, it appeared as if two saber saints had taken control. Lin Fei, though stationary at the center of the stage, put Ao Yunxiao in a challenging defensive position. The two saber techniques were not to be easily quelled, let alone when enhanced by the power of saber momentum!

Yet, before Ao Yunxiao could fully grasp the situation, Lin Fei's finger twitched in another subtle motion, "Whoosh," unleashing the third surge of saber essence. This time, the saber essence was suffused with a divine, monumental aura, akin to the grand arrival of celestial spirits from above, directing their wrath towards Ao Yunxiao.

The Holy Spirit Saber Technique! Three successive saber techniques, each one a pinnacle of martial saint level, all under the empowerment of saber momentum, increasing their force manifold.

"Bang, bang, bang."

One saber attack followed another, ceaselessly, each strike potentially lethal for a typical martial saint. Even Ao Yunxiao could barely stand against such an onslaught. Consequently, he took a step back.

One step, two steps, three steps...

From whence Ao Yunxiao had come, he retreated, continuing further until he was nearly at the edge of the stage.

And Lin Fei? He remained as placid as a tranquil cloud, hands casually behind his back, showing no signs of exertion. The mere three saber essences had put Ao Yunxiao into a retreating position, nearly at the brink of defeat. This spectacle left the disciples, who were expecting a fierce clash, with wide-eyed disbelief. This was no fierce duel – it was a downright crushing defeat!

Yes, a crushing defeat!

Lin Fei was overpowering Ao Yunxiao, leaving the latter helpless, unable to retaliate. No one had expected such a lopsided battle.

"Ao Yunxiao is being overwhelmed by Lin Fei – completely suppressed. Is saber momentum truly that potent?"

"There's a vast difference between having martial momentum and not. But hasn't Ao Yunxiao defeated those who transcended martial momentum before?"

"It's not that Ao Yunxiao is weak, it's just that Lin Fei is too strong! Lin Fei's saber momentum is unbelievable, arguably one of the strongest. At least in the current Ancient Origin Sect, there's no martial momentum this powerful. Moreover, Lin Fei's comprehension of the saber technique is unimaginable. The Holy Spirit Saber Technique, Flame Burning Heaven Saber, Rainbow Transformation Saber Technique – mastering any of these saber techniques requires a martial saint to dedicate decades or even a century

But what about Lin Fei? It hasn't even been a month since he joined the Ancient Origin Sect. In other words, he mastered these three saber techniques in less than a month. Even though they haven't reached perfection, it's only a matter of time. Such saber talent and comprehension are stunning, making him a born saber genius! And what about the true essence Lin Fei exerts? Do any of you think it's just true essence? It's far stronger! Along with the saber technique and saber momentum, they seem to be perfectly fused. That's why Lin Fei is so strong!

However, don't assume Ao Yunxiao will be easily defeated. He's been gathering his energy. Now it's a crucial moment. With Ao Yunxiao's willpower, he might be able to overcome the immense pressure and perceive his fist momentum. Who wins and who loses is still uncertain."

Many disciples were abuzz with talk. Even some with discerning eyes saw the current situation of Ao Yunxiao. His situation was indeed dangerous. But for Ao Yunxiao, was it not also an opportunity? Under pressure, Ao Yunxiao might understand the martial momentum!

Indeed, Ao Yunxiao was doing just that at the moment. His whole body was trembling violently. That was the power being exerted to its extreme. Even his genuine energy and physical body were suppressed to the utmost by Lin Fei, injuries started to appear on him, and Ao Yunxiao's fighting will do not diminish at all. Instead, his fighting spirit was rising more and more prosperous.

"No one can defeat me, no one can! I will counterattack under pressure! Lin Fei, the pressure you give me is destined to make me understand the martial momentum. I have to thank you for that! Today, I will comprehend the momentum!"

With a roar, the next moment, Ao Yunxiao threw a punch. With this punch, the air trembled. Vaguely, Ao Yunxiao seemed to be about to break through a certain threshold. As if a great martial momentum was about to be born.

Under pressure, in the dire straits, Ao Yunxiao was about to break through and understand the martial momentum! This was also what Ao Yunxiao had been dreaming of. This was his fundamental goal of fighting Lin Fei.

However, Lin Fei's eyes became colder and colder. His battle with Ao Yunxiao today was not to help Ao Yunxiao succeed, was it? Ao Yunxiao had injured Shen Lianxin. Shen Lianxin would be unable to cultivate for a year. Lin Fei had to make Ao Yunxiao pay ten times, a hundred times the price. If he could not kill Ao Yunxiao, he would make Ao Yunxiao regret it for a lifetime!

"You want to comprehend the momentum? Then I will break your momentum!"

Lin Fei's eyes were icy cold. The next moment, his saber momentum shrank violently, almost condensed to a point. At the same time, the three sabers merged into one. In the void, a terrifying great saber appeared.

"Slash!"

The next moment, saber momentum, saber essence, and saber law all merged into one, transformed into a heavenly saber, descending from the sky.

A saber slashed into Ao Yunxiao's body. Ao Yunxiao only felt a tremor in his body. It felt as if his body was being torn apart. The genuine energy instantly became chaotic. But that was not important. He knew very well that Lin Fei would not kill him. This was the iron rule of the Ancient Origin Sect!

Since he would not die, he would have no fear. He only wished that the martial momentum could succeed! However, Lin Fei's saber was not just the saber essence and saber technique. It also contained saber momentum!

This saber, actually directly severed Ao Yunxiao's fighting will that was about to reach a critical point, causing Ao Yunxiao's momentum to collapse in an instant.

"No... my momentum!"

Ao Yunxiao roared, his voice even carrying a touch of fear.

"Sputter."

The next moment, Ao Yunxiao's momentum plummeted. He spat out a mouthful of fresh blood and was knocked off the stage by Lin Fei's saber!

223. Shocking Ancient Origin Sect

Silence. A deathlike stillness enveloped the entire arena.

Defeat. Ao Yunxiao had been defeated.

However, many were well aware the defeat of Ao Yunxiao, in truth, held no significance. Ao Yunxiao had always been gathering momentum. Even in the battle against Lin Fei, it was all for the purpose of building momentum.

Just moments ago, under intense pressure, his fist momentum was almost taking form. Once that occurred, success or failure, for Ao Yunxiao, his objective would have been achieved.

Yet, who would have thought?

Lin Fei had unexpectedly cut through Ao Yunxiao's momentum with a single strike of his saber. Ao Yunxiao, on the brink of comprehending his fist momentum, was abruptly severed!

Momentum was not something one could grasp immediately upon comprehension. It required the right time, advantageous ground, and opportunity amongst other factors. Only when combined could one, in a fleeting moment, understand the momentum of martial arts.

Even Ao Yunxiao had spent an expanse of time, practicing a singular fist technique, even deliberately embarked on the path of accumulating momentum, having defeated numerous true disciples in succession. Finally, he reached the present moment, on the verge of comprehending his fist momentum.

But, at that crucial juncture of imminent success, his fist momentum was broken! This sort of blow was almost a fall from the pinnacle to the nadir. No martial saint could bear such an impact. Ao Yunxiao was no exception.

"Pff."

Ao Yunxiao spat out another mouthful of fresh blood. However, this was not a result of physical injury. Rather, it was the blood expelled due to a mix of anger, self-blame, and frustration. His complexion was pale as a sheet. His spirits plummeted drastically. If he could not recover from this, he would never comprehend the martial momentum for the rest of his life. Even more, whether he could still condense the Energy Flower, Qi Flower, was uncertain.

Lin Fei's single strike of his saber had almost severed Ao Yunxiao's path to Martial Sovereign!

"You're ruthless! Severing my path. We are irreconcilable!"

Ao Yunxiao gritted his teeth in rage. Even with his level of composure, at this moment, he was on the verge of erupting, unable to bear such a consequence.

Lin Fei's gaze remained calm, staring coldly at Ao Yunxiao. He spoke slowly, "You want to build momentum, that's fine. But, you intentionally injured Shen Lianxin, forcing my hand. So, I did as you wished, I acted. You should know, when you forced my hand, you should be ready to bear all consequences! Didn't you want to use me as a stepping stone to aid you in gathering momentum? Then I will sever your momentum! This is a lesson!"

Lin Fei's words echoed across the entire arena. Everyone understood the reason. Lin Fei intentionally severed Ao Yunxiao's momentum to give Ao Yunxiao an unforgettable lesson. Only, this lesson was tremendously harsh. It was possible that a shadow would shroud Ao Yunxiao's life henceforth.

"Lin Fei, such ruthlessness indeed! He almost obliterated the path of Martial Sovereign for Ao Yunxiao."

"And it occurred just as Ao Yunxiao was about to succeed."

"In the throes of Ao Yunxiao's ecstasy, all his hopes were shattered."

"This... this is simply too cruel!"

"But wasn't Ao Yunxiao cruel too?"

"In order to provoke Lin Fei, Ao Yunxiao purposefully injured Shen Lianxin."

"To my knowledge, Shen Lianxin journeyed across the sea with Lin Fei, adrift for several months. They are comrades who have stared death in the face together. And what was the result? Ao Yunxiao twice injured Shen Lianxin, rendering him unable to practice martial arts for a year due to his recuperation. Ao Yunxiao's actions led Lin Fei to retaliate in this way, defeating Ao Yunxiao. He was merely avenging Shen Lianxin! Having a friend like Lin Fei is truly a blessing!"

At that moment, the disciples began to converse fervently. Despite Ao Yunxiao's failure to comprehend the Momentum of Martial Arts was indeed a pity. Yet, this was the essence of cultivation! Smooth sailing was never guaranteed.

Furthermore, if Ao Yunxiao truly possessed unyielding mental strength and exceptional willpower, he would certainly rise again, dispelling the shadow in his heart. When that time came, Ao Yunxiao's comprehension of the Momentum of Martial Arts would surely become smoother.

However, if he could not dispel the shadow in his heart and forever wallowed in desolation, it would imply that there were still flaws within Ao Yunxiao's spirit. Even if he had comprehended the Martial Momentum now, in the future, he would not be able to condense the Spirit Flower. Not to mention achieving the Three Flowers and challenging the realm of Martial Sovereign.

The path of martial arts is indeed the path of tempering one's spirit. If one's spirit is not resilient, or if there are defects in one's spirit, one will not reach the pinnacle of martial arts. Temporary fortune will not last forever.

"I will comprehend the Momentum! Moreover, I will condense the three flowers. I will attain the Sovereign of Martial Arts, and no one can stop me!"

Ao Yunxiao's voice resonated like a low beastly roar. His teeth gritted, his expression ferocious. However, no matter how fiercely he swore, whether he could truly rid himself of the shadow in his spirit, nobody knew. Supported by several true disciples, Ao Yunxiao departed.

Lin Fei also stepped forward, descending the stage.

"Whoosh."

The crowd automatically made way. Lin Fei saw a familiar figure. Shen Lianxin! Although Shen Lianxin was injured, His actions were not impeded. The duel between Lin Fei and Ao Yunxiao was caused by him after all. How could he not be present?

"Brother Lin, you've grown stronger."

Shen Lianxin's expression was somewhat complex. He did not utter words of gratitude. Between him and Lin Fei, there was no need for pleasantries.

Lin Fei glanced around, calmly stating, "Brother Shen, the most important aspect of martial arts is the spirit! Your spirit does not fall short compared to anyone else. Your path of the saber does not fall short compared to anyone else."

Shen Lianxin remained silent. He merely nodded gravely. Subsequently, Lin Fei, along with Shen Lianxin, departed straight from the dueling stage.

"Spirit..."

Many disciples heard Lin Fei's words. They contemplated them earnestly in their hearts. Was the spirit indeed so important?

Some disciples harbored doubts. After all, they believed that talent, insight, and opportunity were the most crucial elements.

Yet, spirit... Intangible, unseen. No one thought that the spirit held such significance. But from Lin Fei's perspective, he appeared to prioritize the spirit above all else!

For a moment, subtle shifts began to transpire within many disciples' hearts. The elders and top martial saints hidden throughout the dueling stage all fell silent at this moment.

"This young man, he has the potential to become a Martial Sovereign! Without even consolidating his Energy Flower and Qi Flower, he already realizes the importance of the spirit. And moreover, he places such emphasis on the spirit. No wonder it is said that the 'Dao Seekers' are exceptional and destined to form golden cores."

"I say, it's more than just forming golden cores. They are destined to become Martial Sovereign! Elder Lin Fei possesses potential that surpasses many true disciples, even those who are seen as seeds of the Martial Sovereign."

"In our Ancient Origin Sect, we have another top martial saint whose potential rivals that of a Martial Sovereign seed! What a joyous occasion!"

Many elders showed faint smiles on their faces. As for Ao Yunxiao? He was a failure! In the Ancient Origin Sect, no one cared about the failures. Unless one day, Ao Yunxiao could truly shed the shadow in his spirit and comprehend the momentum of martial arts anew. Only then, perhaps, would people regard him highly.

Otherwise, continuing like this, Ao Yunxiao might not even be able to retain his status as a true disciple. After all, the statuses of true disciples and inner disciples were not forever guaranteed. If their martial arts did not progress, if their strength did not improve, they might even be expelled from the inner sect, or lose their status as true disciples, only to become elders.

The difference between a true disciple and an elder, the disparity was as vast as heaven and earth. The elder served while the true disciples dedicated themselves solely to cultivation. They were the future of the Ancient Origin Sect and could not be treated on the same level.

...

Lin Fei escorted Shen Lianxin back to his cave dwelling. Although Shen Lianxin could not cultivate, this pertained only to his true essence and physical body. It didn't affect his understanding of the saber momentum.

On the contrary, Shen Lianxin had made a blessing of misfortune. In this period, he was completely at peace, fully devoted to comprehending the saber momentum.

Unexpectedly, Shen Lianxin indeed gained some understanding. At most, within a year, Shen Lianxin would likely comprehend his own saber momentum!

Regarding Shen Lianxin's impending understanding of the saber momentum, Lin Fei wasn't surprised. After all, Shen Lianxin was renowned for his martial obsession. He was devoted to the saber dao.

With an incredibly steadfast spirit, having traveled across seas with Lin Fei to seek the Dao at the Ancient Origin Sect, if he couldn't understand the saber momentum, then he would not be Shen Lianxin.

"In the coming days, I can visit regularly to assist your understanding of the saber momentum to help you grasp the saber momentum as soon as possible."

Lin Fei said to Shen Lianxin.

"I am in your debt, Brother Lin."

Shen Lianxin didn't decline. After all, having the stimulus and honing Lin Fei's saber momentum, his own understanding of the saber momentum would come more quickly.

"Alright, then concentrate on understanding the saber momentum. I'll return in a few days."

After finishing, Lin Fei turned and departed from Shen Lianxin's cave dwelling.