You Call Me the Villain? Your Slander Turns Out to Be True! - Chapter 4

"You Call Me the Villain? Your Slander Turns Out to Be True! - Chapter 4: Surprised? Unexpected, Right?"

Chapter 4: Surprised? Unexpected, Right?

Although Ye Chen appeared flustered, he immediately unleashed all his techniques, giving Qin Luo a glimpse of what it meant to be a Child of Fortune.

In an instant, his cultivation skyrocketed to the peak of the Boundary Sea Realm. A broken turtle shell materialized in his hand, blocking Qin Luo's fatal strike. He also swiftly executed a sword technique—not the Four Symbols Sword Technique, but another one that he had already mastered to the Advanced level.

No wonder he possessed the Innate Sword Bone—his talent in the sword arts was extraordinary!

Qin Luo had spent years cultivating just to barely master a single martial skill to the Advanced level. Even then, it was only possible because his master had consistently given him special guidance.

Yet Ye Chen, after rising from being labeled as "trash," had achieved such heights in just a few short years. The comparison was infuriating!

The two exchanged a single blow, resulting in a stalemate. Qin Luo appeared relaxed, while Ye Chen seemed to have exhausted many of his techniques. However, the significant gap in their cultivation levels was enough to make Ye Chen famous for this battle.

Liu Changhe observed the scene below with a solemn expression.

If Qin Luo were merely an ordinary talent who relied on his master's contributions to build a strong foundation and attain his current status, Liu Changhe wouldn't reconsider his earlier decision.

But now, Qin Luo had demonstrated extraordinary talent in the sword arts, capable of comprehending and executing a sword technique at the Perfect level. This was enough to make Liu Changhe take notice.

The enforcer elder spoke up: "Holy Lord, Qin Luo stole the Four Symbols Sword Technique from the Scripture Repository, causing our sect's version to become incomplete. With both evidence and witness testimony present, I believe we should imprison Qin Luo in our sect's dungeon!"

Liu Changhe frowned, ignoring the elder, and addressed Qin Luo instead: "Qin Luo, considering how hard you've worked to cultivate and the great contributions your master has made to our Tai Xu Holy Sect, I'll give you one last chance today."

"Go to the Reflection Cliff for three days. If you pass my test, I'll allow you to join the War Affairs Hall."

Upon hearing this, Qin Luo sneered inwardly. The Reflection Cliff wasn't just a place for reflection—it was notorious for its brutal trials. Below the cliff, there were fierce winds and icy pools that even Divine Sense Realm experts couldn't endure without risking death.

It was a surefire way to hinder cultivation, and Qin Luo had no intention of going.

Moreover, the War Affairs Hall wasn't exactly a reputable division within the Tai Xu Holy Sect. Its mortality rate was extremely high, with over fifty percent of its members dying each year. Only disciples without resources or exceptional talent, desperate to gamble with their lives, would join.

Falling from Holy Son to a mere combatant in the War Affairs Hall wasn't just a demotion—it was a catastrophic downfall.

"How merciful of the Holy Lord toward Qin Luo! Just sending him to the Reflection Cliff?"

"Isn't it obvious? At seventeen, Qin Luo has already mastered a Heaven Rank sword technique to perfection. Such a monstrous talent demands attention!"

Some astute individuals immediately identified the reason behind Liu Changhe's offer.

Liu Ruyan was about to intercede and give Qin Luo one final chance, but Qin Luo didn't give her the opportunity.

Qin Luo stared coldly at Ye Chen and mocked: "Do you really think that turtle shell of yours can stop me?"

Ye Chen retorted defiantly: "Senior Brother Qin, so what if you've mastered the stolen Four Symbols Sword Technique to perfection? Do you really think you can break through my Xuan Jia Turtle Shell? Hmph..."

The Xuan Jia Turtle Shell was a treasure Ye Chen had acquired by chance. It was nearly indestructible for anyone below the Divine Sense Realm. He smirked provocatively at Qin Luo, daring him to continue.

Qin Luo sneered: "As you wish!"

Boom! Qin Luo's aura transformed.

His body radiated an overwhelming sharpness, silencing even Liu Changhe, who had been about to reprimand him moments ago.

Golden Peak Piercer!

This was the most devastating attack in the Four Symbols Sword Technique. Once unleashed, it was unstoppable, imbued with immense piercing power. Qin Luo was confident it could shatter Ye Chen's turtle shell.

He unleashed another sword strike, brimming with unstoppable momentum. The air itself seemed to wail mournfully.

The sword moved with incredible speed, its tip striking the turtle shell. To Ye Chen's disbelief, the shell began to crack further.

A faint, sorrowful cry echoed as the shell emitted crackling sounds, beginning to fracture.

"Impossible!" Ye Chen exclaimed.

A melodious voice rang in his ears: "Chen'er, this sword technique has reached perfection and is the sharpest metal-based attack! The Xuan Jia Turtle Shell cannot withstand it!"

As the voice faded, the turtle shell shattered completely.

On the high platform, a woman who had previously shown little interest in the proceedings suddenly stood up in shock. She had been impressed when Qin Luo displayed the Fire Dance of the Nine Heavens, but now she exclaimed: "That's another move from the Four Symbols Sword Technique!"

"Qin Luo actually completed another missing part of the Four Symbols Sword Technique?"

Her gaze toward Qin Luo burned with excitement as she immediately addressed Liu Changhe: "Holy Lord, Qin Luo is a sword prodigy with unparalleled talent!"

Liu Changhe wasn't foolish. He too recognized Qin Luo's talent, feeling both shocked and angry.

"This brat has been hiding his strength so deeply. Clearly, he no longer feels any loyalty to our Tai Xu Holy Sect!"

"Tu Elder, stop this fight!"

Tu Shouyi, the enforcer elder, had long since reached the mid-stage of the Divine Sense Realm. He had initiated this trial, but upon Liu Changhe's command, he hesitated no longer. Leaping into action, he charged toward Qin Luo.

As he attacked, he roared: "Qin Luo, stand down immediately, or I'll kill you on the spot!"

Tu Shouyi had always harbored resentment toward Qin Luo, stemming from past grievances with Qin Luo's master. Having been suppressed multiple times during competitions, he held deep animosity. This time, he held nothing back, willing to cripple Qin Luo if necessary.

Ye Chen had been preparing to use his ultimate trump card, but Tu Shouyi's intervention caused him to abandon the idea.

Divine Sense Realm experts could create small worlds within their bodies called "caves." These caves represented miniature realms, and their power surpassed ordinary cultivators. In this world, they were referred to as Great Masters.

Seeing Tu Shouyi charge forward, Qin Luo remained calm.

A female elder on the high platform, witnessing Tu Shouyi's ruthless attack, immediately spoke up: "Holy Lord, Elder Tu..."

Liu Changhe raised his hand to interrupt her: "Elder Tu knows his limits."

"Some disciples, no matter how talented, cannot afford to be so arrogant. Teaching them a lesson is appropriate."

Closer... closer... Just as Tu Shouyi prepared to subdue Qin Luo on the spot—

An ancient, powerful aura suddenly surged forth.

Something familiar to all members of the Tai Xu Holy Sect appeared.

Boom! The Tai Xu Bell emerged!

Bang! The Tai Xu Bell struck Tu Shouyi with tremendous force.

Ye Chen, standing before Qin Luo, widened his eyes in disbelief: "That's the Tai Xu Bell!"

He clearly knew that the Tai Xu Bell was currently in his spatial ring, in his master's possession. How could it suddenly appear outside—and seemingly in Qin Luo's hands? This was absurd!

"Kid, surprised? Unexpected, right?" Qin Luo's words snapped Ye Chen back to reality.

With a swift motion, Qin Luo thrust his sword toward Ye Chen's chest.

Strike while the iron is hot!