CHAPTER 147: CHAPTER 23: POWER METAMORPHOSIS

Lin Chengfeng said.

"There is certainly a problem, but regardless of what it is, it is impossible to become stronger without cultivation. Even the greatest talent in the world can’t achieve that. If I’m not mistaken, perhaps his two hours in Dharma Hall were not as simple as the rumors suggest. His time resting at home might not simply be sleeping."

Lin Qiying trusts his judgment. He became a Swordsmanship Master through diligent cultivation, never giving up, growing step by step to his current level.

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"Unexpectedly, he has such an innocent heart at a young age, able to resist the disturbance of murderous intent. In the future, he will surely carry forward my Life-taking Linked Spear."

Marquis Zhuge learned about the events from Wang Dashan and couldn’t stop grinning.

"At this moment, Lin Master and the others must be pondering whether Zhang Lingfeng took some potion or got your guidance. Otherwise, how could he keep defeating his female apprentice?"

Wang Dashan said with a laugh.

"We’ve been rivals for so many years, he’ll definitely find a way to let Qiu Kui defeat Zhang Lingfeng."

Marquis Zhuge said.

"I think it’s best not to delay. You should take Zhang Lingfeng as your apprentice sooner rather than later. Seeing how Qiu Kui trains, he might be quite suitable for teaching Zhang Lingfeng. After he joins your sect, make sure to be strict; never be lenient. If you relax even once, that guy will not take you seriously."

Wang Dashan advised.

"Hahaha, I’m different from you all. The spear is the king of weapons. Zhang Lingfeng chose to cultivate the spear and even achieved transformation, showing that he is deeply fond of it. If I teach him the Life-taking Linked Spear, with my reputation, he’ll beg me to teach him."

Marquis Zhuge was full of confidence.

He had long heard of Zhang Lingfeng’s lackadaisical attitude towards cultivation but didn’t really take it to heart, feeling that the guidance from others did not match Zhang Lingfeng’s interests.

He genuinely connected with Zhang Lingfeng.

One cultivated the spear technique to the Third Transformation, the other was a renowned Master of Gun Technique, who created the advanced Life-taking Linked Spear.

The two appreciated each other; Zhang Lingfeng might ignore others but would not ignore his presence.

This is the confidence of a Master of Gun Technique.

"I’m worried that if others set their sights on Zhang Lingfeng and want him as their disciple, it could become problematic."

Wang Dashan said.

Seeing Marquis Zhuge’s confidence, he felt a bad premonition inside and couldn’t help but urge him.

"You do have a point. How about this, call him now and say I want to see him tomorrow."

Marquis Zhuge said.

"Alright."

Wang Dashan intended to do so and quickly dialed Zhang Lingfeng’s number.

The call got connected, and Wang Dashan cleared his throat before quickly saying, "Zhang Lingfeng, I have good news for you. After much effort, I found Master of Gun Technique Marquis Zhuge. Upon learning that your Spear Technique Realm Power is complete, he showed some interest in you. Originally, he wanted to wait a while before inviting you, but I used every persuasive trick I had and barely convinced him to meet you tomorrow. I’ll wait for you at the community gate tomorrow morning. Remember to wake up early, and I’ll take you to meet him."

"Ah... uh... since the master has no time, let’s forget it. It’s getting late, and I need to sleep now. That’s that, bye."

Zhang Lingfeng yawned.

After hanging up, to avoid affecting his sleep, he habitually turned off his bracelet to prevent disturbance from messages and thus impacting the Coasting Along Value.

A person who chooses to coast along wouldn’t leave the bracelet on while sleeping, allowing disruptions.

"Hey, Zhang Lingfeng, hey..."

Wang Dashan called a few times.

"He hung up."

Wang Dashan looked at Marquis Zhuge.

Recalling what Wang Dashan had just said, Marquis Zhuge couldn’t help but say, "I’m a genuine Master of Gun Technique, yet you said I didn’t have time to receive him. He respects me and surely wouldn’t want to disturb me. Call him again and say I personally invited him over."

"Okay."

Wang Dashan dialed Zhang Lingfeng’s number again.

"The number you dialed is powered off."

A response quickly came from the other side.

"It’s powered off, what do we do now?"

Wang Dashan asked.

"Hmph, it’s so late that he wants to rest. You called him so many times; it’s no surprise he turned it off."

Marquis Zhuge said with annoyance.

"Weren’t you the one who asked me to call?"

Wang Dashan was frustrated.

"I meant... all right, all right, tomorrow let’s go to Future City to find him."

Marquis Zhuge said helplessly, waving his hand.

The next day.

Zhang Lingfeng, as agreed, reported to Yan Fei’s Dharma Hall.

Inside, he found a familiar face.

It was Qiu Kui.

To understand Zhang Lingfeng’s status, Lin Qiying decided to let Qiu Kui know Zhang Lingfeng inside and out, to see what he usually does in Dharma Hall.

Coincidentally, Qiu Kui’s age and talent qualified her to cultivate in Yan Fei’s Dharma Hall.

"Let me introduce you; this is Qiu Kui, a junior in the Martial Dao program at Starry Sky University. She recently returned from the front lines with honors and hasn’t rested for long before coming to Dharma Hall to cultivate. I hope you can learn from her, especially you, Zhang Lingfeng. Stop going to the river just to fish, idling around, doing nothing meaningful all day."

Yan Fei introduced Qiu Kui to the three, eventually giving Zhang Lingfeng a bit of a reprimand.

"Hello, Senior Sister. My name is Ye Chen. I recently became a Dharma Martial Artist and am determined to successfully unlock the Skin Phase before the semester starts. Please advise me."

Ye Chen quickly introduced himself to Qiu Kui.

"Hello, Sister Qiu."

Chen Duling smiled.

Her mother, Huang Ling, is a Telekinesis Master. Qiu Kui had once visited Huang Ling for testing and had undergone a mental baptism. Chen Duling had always respected this strong-minded senior sister.