Chapter 18: Rumors of the Sword Cave in the Spirit Realm
Ling Chen's victory exceeded everyone's expectations. They never expected that Ling Chen could defeat Ling Tian so easily.
For a moment, the front hall of the Ling family was eerily quiet. Everyone stared at Ling Chen on the competition stage, as if they couldn't believe that all of this was true.
Ling Chen took back his long sword, glanced coldly at Ling Tian who had fallen under the ring, and without saying a word, turned around and walked towards the bottom of the competition ring.
After recovering from the shock, Ling Xiao quickly stood up and announced: "Ling Chen wins this contest!"
As soon as Ling Xiao said these words, the disciples of the Ling family fully reacted, their eyes filled with disbelief as they looked at Ling Chen's back.
"How come Ling Chen suddenly became so powerful? I bullied him a lot in the past. Do you think he will take revenge on me in the future?"
Among the onlookers, a young man looked at Ling Chen's back and whispered to the young man next to him. There was even a hint of fear in his eyes.
"Then you have to be careful. Among the Ling family's generation, even Ling Tian is not his opponent. It can be said that he has no rival among the Ling family's generation. Who knows whether he will take revenge on you."
After hearing this, the young man secretly swallowed his saliva and gradually retreated towards the back of the crowd. He was really worried that Ling Chen would recognize him and seek revenge on him in the future.
Ling Tian had already stood up from the ground. After wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, he looked at Ling Chen's back, his eyes filled with a terrifying cold light.
"I now announce that Ling Chen will officially become the young master of our Ling family from today on. If there are any objections, anyone of the same generation can challenge Ling Chen through this method."
When Ling Xiao said this, he deliberately glanced at Ling Yuntian and Ling Chu, full of challenge.
Although Ling Yuntian was unwilling to do so, he knew in his heart that if his son challenged Ling Chen, he would probably be tortured.
Thinking of this, he had no choice but to swallow his anger, but he scolded Ling Xiao hundreds of times in his heart.
Although Lingchu had two sons, they were no match for Ling Chen. In addition, none of his peers in the Ling family could defeat Ling Chen. In this way, this young master The position belongs to none other than Ling Chen.
However, Ling Chen had no interest in all of this.
After Ling Xiao announced the results, Ling Chen walked towards the backyard with no intention of staying here. And the "elders" of the Ling family who had previously strongly opposed it also completely shut their mouths, and no one raised any objections. .
That night, just when Ling Chen was about to go to sleep, a knock on the door disrupted his thoughts.
The person who came was none other than Ling Chen's father, Ling Xiao.
After Ling Xiao finished dealing with Ling Tian's affairs today, he thought about it and decided to come and see Ling Chen. After all, he owed Ling Chen a lot over the years.
"Chen'er, dad wants to talk to you." After the door opened, Ling Xiao said straight to the point, and then looked at Ling Chen, waiting for his answer.
After a slight hesitation, Ling Chen nodded, let Ling Xiao into the room, and then closed the door.
"Chen'er, this time dad is here to apologize to you. He was forced to do nothing before. I hope you can understand. I hope what dad did today can make up for you."
After Ling Xiao sat down, he didn't waste any time and got into the topic directly, because what he was most concerned about now was this matter.
Ling Chen poured a cup of tea for Ling Xiao and chuckled: "Is letting me sit in the position of the young master of the Ling family just as compensation for me? It seems that in your heart, there is nothing else except power."
"Chen'er, you know that's not what I mean. Although the Ling family seems to be in peace now, in fact, it has long been troubled internally and externally. The Wang family and the Qin family have always coveted the Ling family's territory, and within the Ling family, your second uncle is even more deliberately trying to Get the Ling family. By doing this, I not only dispel other people's evil intentions, but also protect your safety invisibly."
Ling Chen smiled mockingly, "Dad is right. No matter what he does, he will never do it just for someone. He will always put the interests of the Ling family first. I understand."
Listening to Ling Chen's somewhat sarcastic words, Ling Xiao frowned and finally sighed helplessly.
"Chen'er, how long do you plan to stay when you come back this time? How about you return to the Ling family after this year's studies are over? I will teach you all the Ling family's family traditions. This will be very helpful for your cultivation. The growth will be of great benefit.”
"Forget it, I'm used to life in the academy, and I feel that the Ling family's skills may not be suitable for me. And I remember you said before that it is impossible for people without martial arts to practice the Ling family's skills. of,"
Ling Xiao sighed again, "Chen'er, do you have to talk to dad like this? I know the grievances you have suffered over the years, but how can dad not feel sad? I won't force you, you decide everything by yourself. But... I will stay at least for a while when I come back this time."
"I will be admitted to the Lingwu Academy in two days. I entered the top ten in this year's assessment and obtained the qualification to enter the Lingjing Sword Cave. Therefore, I will not come out until I have practiced in the Lingjing Sword Cave for three months. This time When I came back, I came specifically to visit the wet nurse and Hu Zi."
Ling Xiao's expression changed and he asked in a shocked voice: "Have you obtained the qualification to enter the Spirit Realm Sword Cave?"
Ling Chen asked in surprise: "What? Is there any problem?"
Ling Xiao frowned, as if something was on his mind. He glanced at Ling Chen, who had a confused face, and Ling Xiao sighed deeply.
"Chen'er, regarding the Lingwu Academy's Lingjing Sword Cave, I also know something from your grandfather's generation. Although this Lingwu Academy's Lingjing Sword Cave is a place used to test disciples, after hundreds of years, I don’t know how many disciples of Lingwu Academy lost their lives and never came out again.”
"I know about this. It was because they were too greedy and thought that there would be more treasures and secrets in the depths of the Spirit Realm Sword Cave, so they lost their lives." Ling Chen said indifferently. He had heard these things before. Xiao Fan said it, so he didn't think there was anything wrong.
In his opinion, as long as they don't rush into the depths of the Spirit Realm Sword Cave, nothing will happen. Moreover, Lingwu Academy has also divided a boundary for the disciples of each realm. As long as they don't cross this boundary, nothing will happen. .
"You are right, it is indeed the case, but do you know that there have been rumors over the years that the Spirit Realm Sword Cave is actually the ruins of a demon clan's temple hundreds of thousands of years ago when the six races of heaven and earth were not divided."
Ling Chen, who was drinking tea, suddenly stiffened his arms and looked at Ling Xiao with some confusion, a hint of curiosity in his heart.
He had heard Xiao Fan say the same thing before. He originally thought that Xiao Fan just listened to the nonsense of ordinary people in the market, so he didn't take it too seriously. But now the same words came out of his father's mouth, which made him I have to believe it.
Although Ling Chen was not interested in his father, he had to admit that Ling Xiao was a knowledgeable person, and he almost never spoke without hesitation!
Since these words can be said from his father's mouth, the authenticity of this matter is inseparable.
Seeing that Ling Chen looked a little unnatural, Ling Xiao asked with concern: "What's wrong, are you okay?"
Ling Chen shook his head, "Dad, can you tell me more about this spiritual realm sword cave? Apart from what everyone knows, are there any other secrets?"
Ling Xiao didn't expect Ling Chen to be curious about these things, so he hesitated a little and started to explain to Ling Chen.
"It is said that the Lingjing Sword Cave was accidentally discovered by the ancestor of Lingwu Academy. He entered and explored it several times, but one time he returned seriously injured. After coming out of the Lingjing Sword Cave, the ancestor of Lingwu Academy... He fell seriously ill and died soon after."
"Not many people knew about this matter at that time, because Lingwu Academy was very small at that time and did not have a very good name, and this matter also came from the mouth of a boy who was close to the founder of Lingwu Academy. According to rumors, when the founder of Lingwu Academy died, black aura emerged from the seven orifices, which was extremely cold and evil, carrying a very strong demonic aura."
"What happens after that?" Ling Chen gradually became fascinated and asked expectantly.
"After that incident, no one dared to enter the Spirit Realm Sword Cave rashly. And according to people who have been in it, the Spirit Realm Sword Cave is bottomless and seems to be endless. The further inside, the colder it gets. , the demonic energy is very strong, and if you are not careful, you may fall into the devil's path, or even be swallowed up by the demonic energy, and die without a complete body!"
"Although these words were just a warning given by the dean of Lingwu Academy to all the descendants of Lingwu Academy before his death, some people still didn't believe it. After a while, everyone gradually forgot about it. And strange to say, from ten Since years ago, no weird things have happened in this spiritual realm sword cave, so these people regard those things that have been passed down as rumors, and no one believes them. But among us, the older generation, There are still people who believe this."
Seeing Ling Chen's frown, Ling Xiao reminded: "However, this Spirit Realm Sword Cave is indeed a good place for cultivation. It is said that the spiritual energy inside is extremely rich. As long as you don't go deep, there shouldn't be any accidents."
Ling Chen nodded, then raised his head and asked, "Then is this matter true or false?"
"Haha, no one knows whether it is true or not." Ling Xiao smiled faintly and explained: "It is said that this spiritual realm sword cave is only effective against warriors below the War King realm, and if warriors above the War King realm enter the Spirit Realm Sword Cave to practice, they will There is no benefit at all, and a large amount of profound energy is consumed every time you enter. Because of this, the rumors of the Spirit Realm Sword Cave are still a mystery."
"I see. No wonder this rumor will gradually be forgotten." Ling Chen nodded slightly, but he already had some concerns in his heart.
Based on Ling Xiao's narration and what Xiao Fan mentioned to Ling Chen before, Ling Chen is now basically convinced of one thing, that is, this rumor is very likely to be true!
But there is still no way to know what shocking secrets are hidden in the Spirit Realm Sword Cave!
ps: I have something busy today, so I can only update one big chapter. Sorry, it will be back to normal tomorrow!