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Chapter 1925
Previously, Xuanhao, Cang Xuanyue, and the others had already considered countless possibilities: they thought that Bai Qianhuan, as the First Holy Son, would publicly examine Chen Xuan and Qiu Zixian's cultivation levels upon their meeting, and a head-on confrontation would be inevitable.
They could take this opportunity to observe and secretly assess the strength and foundation of the two, and also judge whether these two newly promoted holy sons would threaten their own positions, thereby consolidating their own situation within the sect.
But the harmonious scene of brotherly love and respect before them thwarted all their plans.
Unfortunately, this place was Chen Xuan's cave dwelling, and the First Holy Son had a close relationship with him. No matter how much thought they had, they could only become mere background figures, secretly suppressing the probing in their eyes, and followed him into the pavilion.
Stone benches were arranged on both sides of the pavilion, and people took their seats in turn.
The fact that Qiu Zixian was Chen Xuan's Daoist partner was already a well-known secret both inside and outside the Heartless Holy Land. However, when they saw her face up close, all the male cultivators present, except for Bai Qianjue and Liuli, couldn't help but hold their breath.
It was a face exactly like "Xia Jiuyou, the Fairy of Demons," with eyebrows like distant mountains shrouded in mist and eyes like autumn water reflecting stars, possessing a captivating charm and a boundless space for imagination.
Who would have thought that a woman with such legendary beauty would have her primordial spirit appear in a holy land named "Heartless," and even be ranked among the holy sons alongside Chen Xuan?
Bai Qianhuan looked at Qiu Zixian, first letting out a helpless bitter smile, then turning to look at Chen Xuan, her eyes filled with undisguised envy, before slowly speaking after a long while:
"Brother Chen Xuan, you really are not human... You actually managed to kill Xia Jiuyou so quickly... cough cough... well."
"I am Qiu Zixian, not Xia Jiuyou." Before she could finish speaking, the faint smile on Qiu Zixian's face vanished instantly, and she gave a cold snort, directly interrupting Bai Qianhuan.
These words left Bai Qianhuan speechless. She then bowed apologetically, both amused and exasperated, saying, "It was my slip of the tongue, please forgive me, Junior Sister."
Chen Xuan gently squeezed Qiu Zixian's hand, the warmth from his fingertips easing her tense shoulders. He turned to Bai Qianjue, Liuli, and the others, nodding in acknowledgment, and then gestured with his hand towards the stone table.
The jade pot on the table automatically floated up, and the clear, refreshing spirit wine flowed from the spout, precisely pouring into the jade cups in front of each person. As the wine swayed, it shimmered with a faint golden halo.
Once everyone's cups were filled with spiritual wine, a discussion naturally began, revolving around insights into cultivation. From understanding the Great Dao to applying techniques, and occasionally mentioning past perilous experiences, the atmosphere in the pavilion gradually warmed up.
After several rounds of drinks, the jade cups were more than half empty. Xuan Hao finally couldn't contain himself any longer. After exchanging a glance with Cang Xuan Yue, they both stood up and bowed to Chen Xuan and Qiu Zi Xian.
"Junior brother and junior sister, you two were appointed as holy sons by the Holy Lord right after becoming disciples. Such talent and strength really make us curious."
"Why don't we take advantage of this opportunity to spar? It would allow us to test our strength and strategize for the Holy Land ranking battle two years from now. What do you two think?"
Chen Xuan and Qiu Zixian exchanged a glance, a knowing smile flashing in both their eyes, before slowly nodding.
They knew in their hearts that Xuan Hao and Cang Xuan Yue's words were merely a pretext for "planning a strategy," but they were ultimately unable to suppress their desire to investigate their strength.
This is normal.
As the sixth Holy Son, Chen Xuan was the most direct threat to Cang Xuan Yue, Liu Li, and Xuan Hao.
The competition for ranking among the Holy Sons, seemingly encompassing seven seats, actually revolves around the first and second positions, since only the top Holy Sons can receive the sect's most crucial resource allocation.
Not to mention that Chen Xuan was promoted to Holy Son as soon as he entered the sect. He did not even go through the usual strength test with the other Holy Sons. It was the Holy Master who personally tested him in the main hall of the sect, using a magic array to conceal his aura.