C53 Jiang Su Was too Handsome!

In the Cultivation World, even a minor difference in realms can mean a vast disparity in strength, particularly once a cultivator has reached a certain level of mastery.

Jiang Su was a Medical Cultivator, while Rong Yu was a Sword Cultivator.

It was unheard of for a Medical Cultivator to challenge and defeat a Sword Cultivator of a higher rank.

Jiang Su had only just begun his journey on the path of Dao. With dedicated training in swordsmanship, he was destined to become a formidable swordsman!

As the sword tip and the folding fan stood in opposition, Rong Yu started to take the duel seriously.

In his mind, this wasn't merely a contest between him and Jiang Su; it was a clash between the First Immortal Sect and the First Devil Sect!

He gripped his sword firmly, then surprisingly, he withdrew it.

At that moment, Jiang Su straightened up.

Rong Yu steadied himself, sword in hand, and faced Jiang Su.

He launched another attack with his sword, employing the Upright Sword Technique.

Jiang Su, observing the swirling sword energy, recognized the technique's immense power, certainly on par with the Taiqing Sword Manual. He wondered how far Rong Yu had progressed in learning it.

Jiang Su chuckled, "Today, I'll give you a free lesson in your Upright Sect's swordplay."

A glint of cold determination flashed in Rong Yu's eyes, fully aware of Jiang Su's implication.

Despite acknowledging Jiang Su's cultured demeanor, he was, after all, a Medical Cultivator. The folding fan, likely a precious gift from Elder Chiu Yue, might not even be wielded by him.

It was indeed odd that the First Devil Sect's Great Elder had taken a Medical Cultivator as a disciple.

"Brother Jiang, your arrogance knows no bounds."

Wang Tian was initially quite close to the pair, but he stepped back when he sensed an impending threat.

Simultaneously, a surge of spiritual energy enveloped Jiang Su and Rong Yu!

Leaves and sand danced chaotically across the ground.

They were about to engage in earnest!

The swordplay was erratic and swift, reaching Jiang Su's left shoulder in an instant!

With a swift motion, Jiang Su loosened his grip on the fan, which snapped open, gleaming with a lethal chill, and deflected the incoming sword once more.

The sword's master anticipated Jiang Su's move, so with unwavering resolve, he struck the fan forcefully, leaving a visible mark on its surface! His profound spiritual force was undeniable.

Rong Yu rose to his feet and launched an aerial assault. The sword's tip pivoted and lunged at Jiang Su once more!

Jiang Su executed the Shadowless Step, gliding away from the strike as effortlessly as a drifting feather.

Rong Yu was astounded!

He was familiar with the Shadowless Step. In the Devil Domain, it was a technique available to all, yet only the Empress of the Devil Sect and the Holy Maiden of the Shadowless Sect had mastered it.

He hadn't anticipated that Jiang Su would also have mastered the Shadowless Step, and judging by his speed, Jiang Su had likely perfected it.

Jiang Su spoke calmly, "Now it's my turn."

Rong Yu furrowed his brow, wondering, "With just a fan in hand, how will Jiang Su launch an attack?"

But in the next instant, he was left dumbfounded.

Jiang Su's fan flew from his grasp, tracing an elegant arc through the air and hurtling directly toward Rong Yu.

The fan, brimming with spiritual force, was a testament to Jiang Su's solid foundation!

It seemed as though Jiang Su was guiding the fan, which relentlessly pursued Rong Yu.

Never had Rong Yu imagined that he, a Golden Core Stage Sword Cultivator, would be driven back by a mere fan.

He had been reluctant to expose his true capabilities so soon, especially in unfamiliar territory, and he had yet to ascertain Jiang Su's full potential.

But the fan's mysterious power and strength were overwhelming.

Both Jiang Su and Wang Tian, observing from afar, sensed a shift in Rong Yu. His spiritual energy surged as if suddenly reawakened, his gaze turned icy, and his sword energy intensified.

However, the fan, manipulated by Jiang Su's Original Sword Energy, was swiftly shattered by Rong Yu after a brief exchange.

The fan spiraled back through the air, returning to Jiang Su's hand.

Without a moment's delay, Jiang Su employed the Shadowless Step and appeared before Rong Yu in the blink of an eye, the sharp edge of the fan poised at Rong Yu's throat.

Rong Yu had never expected Jiang Su, a mere Medical Cultivator, to react with such sharpness and speed.

He was defeated.

Wang Tian's nerves were on edge as he realized Rong Yu had been concealing his true power!

Luckily, Jiang saw right through Rong Yu's petty tricks.

What's the point of concealing weakness?

It doesn't matter if you're the Head Disciple of the First Immortal Sect or anything else, Jiang will take you down!

Rong Yu looked utterly terrified, his right hand quivering slightly. Jiang Su's gaze softened, he stepped back and tucked his fan away.

In a moment of distraction, a slash of sword energy grazed the left side of Jiang Su's face.

It was Rong Yu's doing.

Jiang Su, Wang Tian, and Rong Yu were equally shocked.

"No, Jiang, hear me out. My hand just slipped; I swear there was no malice."

A small cut marred Jiang Su's flawless face. It wasn't deep, but beads of blood trickled down, lending him an eerily attractive air.

"Rong Yu, you're despicable! Resorting to underhanded tactics because you can't win a fair fight. And you call yourself the senior disciple of the First Immortal Sect! I'm going to thrash you for this!"

Wang Tian was livid, seeing Jiang's face marred by that scoundrel. The thought of Jiang's face, which couldn't be insured in the Cultivation World, being damaged was horrifying.

The gossip alone could shatter the hearts of countless female cultivators!

Jiang's face was a treasure cherished by the entire Cultivation World!

As Jiang Su nonchalantly turned to leave, Wang Tian approached with an exaggerated urgency.

His footsteps thundered, nearly sending Rong Yu flying as they tumbled into a scuffle, hurling insults and fists.

Jiang Su, momentarily forgetting to slip his fan back into his sleeve, observed the rare spectacle.

The two were acting like petulant children, bickering and brawling!

Wang Tian hurled a barrage of insults.

Jiang Su quietly distanced himself from the fray, casually touching the nick on his face.

It was just a scratch. Why was Wang Tian making such a fuss?

Men's scars are their badges of honor.

Jiang Su took a detour, eager to return to his room and immerse himself in his books. His recent clash with Rong Yu was solely because Rong Yu might be a potential rival in love; otherwise, Jiang Su wouldn't have given him the time of day.

The thought of his rivals filled him with melancholy.

He might be up against every male cultivator in the entire Cultivation World!

And among them were many formidable powers!

This reignited his burning desire to grow stronger.

Elder Chiu Yue made a special trip to the Domain Lord's Palace to inquire whether the Empress wished to return to the First Devil Sect today.

He had a nagging feeling that Rong Yu's presence in the First Devil Sect spelled trouble.

Since Ye Qing had openly raised the issue, they couldn't just rudely toss him out.

He was puzzled as to why the Empress had even agreed to meet with Rong Yu.

The Empress was swamped with duties today, and he hadn't managed to catch a glimpse of her. Just as he reached the mountain, he was greeted by a cacophony of curses and combat. Intrigued, he hastened his steps.

Upon entering the courtyard and spotting Jiang Su, Elder Chiu Yue's anger flared.

His beloved disciple's flawless face had been marred by a sword cut!

And then, seeing Wang Tian and Rong Yu entangled in a scuffle on the ground, he instantly pinpointed the instigator.

Before Jiang Su could even exchange pleasantries with Elder Chiu Yue, he witnessed the elder, sleeves rolled up and bristling with fury, stride past him and head straight for the brawling pair.

Master! Please, there's no need for this! You are a cultivator of the Nascent Infant Stage—keep your cool!