Chapter 355: Chapter 149: True Force (Part 3)

Morning.

The sky was just starting to brighten.

Lin Zheyu awakened from his meditation.

After a simple wash, he took his belongings, and subtly adjusted his appearance to resemble Zhao Hao’s.

Even with a beard as a disguise, his skin still looked too youthful, not at all like someone in his fifties.

However, after advancing to the Bone Marrow Refining Realm, the body undergoes a transformation, and many martial artists look much younger than their actual age.

It’s still acceptable.

“Mr. Yu… um… Mr. Zhao?”

When Lin Zheyu emerged, Yalan was about to greet him, but suddenly paused.

Last night, Lin Zheyu had already told her his name was Zhao Hao, and Yalan also heard that Yu Zhe was just an alias, and even the appearance was fake.

She was not at all surprised, as it was common for martial artists to use aliases and disguises.

It’s just that seeing a stranger walk out of the room was something she wasn’t used to.

“Greetings, Mr. Zhao. The young master instructed me to bring you over once you awoke,” Yalan quickly responded respectfully.

“Okay.”

Lin Zheyu nodded gently.

Under Yalan’s guidance, he arrived at the plaza from last night, where three young men were gathered.

Among them was Lee Mengxi.

“Are you Mr. Zhao?”

Lee Mengxi scrutinized Lin Zheyu, speaking with certainty.

“Yes, that’s me. This is my original appearance now.”

Lin Zheyu smiled as he spoke.

No matter if they believed him or not, that was how he chose to present it.

“Mr. Zhao, you’re just in time. Let me introduce you: this is Lee Yunfeng, and this is Lee Yunbo, my cousins.”

“And this is Zhao Hao, the one who saved my sister’s life, as I’ve mentioned before.”

Introduced Lee Mengxi.

Lin Zheyu smiled and exchanged greetings with them.

Neither Lee Yunfeng nor Lee Yunbo seemed interested in engaging with him, and Lin Zheyu had no desire to chat with them either, so they all headed toward Celestial Blade Peak.

Arriving at the base of Celestial Blade Peak.

The hundred-meter-long shadow of the celestial blade hung in the sky, pouring down a terrifying blade aura.

Standing at the foot of Celestial Blade Peak, Lin Zheyu felt the oppressive force, a sharpness that seemed as if it could cleave his very soul.

“The expert who wielded this blade aura combined several ’intents’ in their path.”

“This blade aura contains at least three different ’intents’.”

Lin Zheyu thought to himself.

The kind of domineering intent, invincible, compelling submission, was one.

The piercingly sharp intent, where nothing could withstand it, was another.

The subtle, soul-burning intent was yet another.

These three, standing beneath Celestial Blade Peak, Lin Zheyu could perceive.

“Mr. Zhao, this blade aura contains over ten types of blade intents, including one embodying the essence of wind.”

“Take time to comprehend it; it will greatly benefit your future cultivation of true skills.”

Lee Mengxi stated with a smile, “The first time ascending Celestial Blade Peak is the optimal moment to grasp the blade intent; don’t rush to climb, adjust yourself to the best state first.”

“Thank you, Mr. Meng Xi, for the advice.”

Lin Zheyu gratefully replied with a smile.

He curiously observed the surrounding martial artists preparing to ascend, noting their expressions grow more solemn and their brows furrowed upon entering Celestial Blade Peak.

As if enduring an oppressive force.

Suddenly, he spotted a familiar figure not far away.

Tang Weizhong and Tang Ziqiu stood together, their brows slightly furrowed, casting a shadowed glance at Lin Zheyu and his companions.

Since Lin Zheyu had altered his appearance, they could not immediately recognize him.

However, Tang Weizhong suspected the unfamiliar middle-aged man with Lee Mengxi and others might be the same person from before.

He waved his hand, summoned a few martial artists from the Tang Family, asked some questions, and then a cold smile formed at the corner of his mouth.

“Hmph, you think you can conceal yourself like this?”

Tang Weizhong sneered coldly.

His eyes revealed undisguised killing intent.

He had just confirmed that there had been no other strangers entering or exiting the Lee Family’s base in recent days, and this unfamiliar martial artist’s sudden appearance was suspicious.

It was evident that this person might very well be the one who killed Tang Weiqiang.

The test would be simple.

Their lightweight skill was extraordinarily fearsome, yet their actual strength was just average.

Few could cultivate such a level of lightweight skill; a slight test would confirm it.

Noticing Tang Weizhong’s blatant killing intent, Lin Zheyu pretended not to see it, ignoring it.

With the Lee Family present, the Tang Family dared not act.

Should the Tang Family brazenly confront the Lee Family or even their guests, it would be a direct affront.

“Mr. Zhao, we’re about to start ascending Celestial Blade Peak. Do you want to take some more time to adjust, or join us?”

Lee Mengxi turned, cheerfully inquiring.

He too had seen Tang Weizhong nearby, grinning as he extended a middle finger toward him.

“I’ll join you. I’m almost fully recovered.”

Lin Zheyu observed Lee Mengxi’s gesture, responding with a smile.

“Alright, let’s see who climbs higher.”

“Even though my strength may be a bit weaker than Mr. Zhao’s, I’m about to condense an ’intent’. Mr. Zhao, you’ll have to work hard not to lose too badly.”

Lee Mengxi said with a smile.

Meanwhile, Lee Yunfeng and Lee Yunbo glanced at Lin Zheyu without expressing an intent to involve themselves.

“Then Mr. Meng Xi, please take it easy on me, otherwise, I might lose quite embarrassingly.” Lin Zheyu joked lightly.

“Ha ha, Mr. Zhao, don’t underestimate yourself.”

“To cultivate to such a level with limited resources speaks highly of Mr. Zhao’s talent.”

Lee Mengxi laughed and pointed to the towering Celestial Blade Peak, continuing:

“The higher you ascend Celestial Blade Peak, the more terrifying the blade intent becomes.”

“If you can withstand the awe-inspiring, heavenly blade intent, it’s easier to comprehend its essence.”

“Unfortunately, the peak intensity of the blade intent was four or five days ago, and it’s weakened now.”

“At its peak, if you climb to the midpoint of Celestial Blade Peak, comprehending there rivals the effects of a true intention map.”

“Now you have to climb two-thirds of the way to feel blade intent comparable to a true intention map.”

“Best of luck, Mr. Zhao!”

Lee Mengxi cheerfully encouraged, then directly dashed toward Celestial Blade Peak.

His speed was quick, and once within the blade intent’s coverage, he swiftly ascended.

Seeing this, Lin Zheyu followed along.

In the moment he entered the blade intent’s domain, Lin Zheyu felt as though countless sharp blades were slashing at his soul.

This being his first time climbing Celestial Blade Peak, he found the experience of comprehending the blade intent somewhat unsettling.

It took him quite a while to adapt to the presence of the enveloping blade intent.

“Such powerful blade intent, it’s truly unbelievable.”

“To unleash such a terrifying blade intent, the practitioner’s strength must be unimaginable!” Lin Zheyu couldn’t help but marvel.

He lifted his head, gazing up at the ethereal shadow of the blade suspended high in the sky.

Such divine and monstrous measures were beyond belief.

At the foot of Celestial Blade Peak.

Outside the range of the blade intent.

“Where do you think he’ll manage to climb?”

Lee Yunfeng watched Lin Zheyu’s retreating figure, speaking with a grin.

“Entering the range of the blade intent, showing signs of weakness, suggests mental and spiritual fragility—a plateau at the halfway point is likely his limit,” Lee Yunbo remarked.

“How envious can one be? This outlier martial artist from a distant place hit a streak of luck, and by chance saved Sister Mengqi’s life,” Lee Yunfeng sighed.

They were present back during that incident.

They were entangled with others at that time, and their impact was limited due to their average strength.

If they had accompanied Sister Mengqi out then, Zhao Hao may not have been involved.

They could have earned credit and rewards within the clan.

“Stop dwelling on it, even if you wanted to rush out with Sister Mengqi, your speed wouldn’t keep up.”

Seemingly aware of Lee Yunfeng’s thoughts, Lee Yunbo casually remarked.

Lee Yunfeng: “…”

Lee Yunfeng glared wordlessly at Lee Yunbo, choosing not to respond.

Not being able doesn’t strip him of daydreams, does it?

“Let’s get going, we should start our ascent too…”

Lee Yunbo ignored Lee Yunfeng’s eye-rolling, continuing directly toward Celestial Blade Peak.

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