Martial Research Master

369 THE RETURN, CHALLENGE

“What should we do now?” Thunderchild was getting paranoid. He was already on the verge of completing his body training and reaching the level of metamorphosis. He couldn’t get deviated from his objective at this moment. Yet he was concerned with Li Meng’s level of growth. He managed to take out an entire fleet of Advance Qi kings in just six months of breaking through the level.

The leader tried to give him the best of details in his dying moments. All he could concentrate was on a small part of the whole paragraph.

“He is beyond our understanding. We didn’t stand a chance from the very beginning.” The leader said. “He isn’t even in the very peak of Qi King level, yet we were powerless to even resist.”

“Powerless to resist” Thunder Child’s attention was focused on a single phrase. Just how powerful was Li Meng to have been able to do something like that?

“What is your future move going to be?”

“Since he dared to return and make such a huge statement, I bet he is prepared to face the consequences. We will follow through with the previous plan.” Thunder Child said.

“But the potential of your plan backfiring is quite large. Every single person whom you are going to send is known to be one of your confederates. They would be identified immediately and your name would eventually come out.” The grand elder said.

“But I can’t be inactive in this scenario. My training will still proceed for some time during which I am not going to actively seek out my opponents. If I don’t use other means, it would mean allowing them to grow without any sort of resistance. I need to use the resources around me.”

“You do, but do it wisely. Use resources that can’t be linked back to you. Use an external agent to deter him.” The grand elder said. Thunder child decided to think about the situation.

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Li Meng finally reached the gate of the academy and was stopped by two guards.

“Identify yourself.” They spoke.

Li Meng simply took a plaque out and threw it at the guard, who immediately grabbed it. When he inspected the plaque, his expression turned into absolute horror.

“I greet senior brother.” The guard immediately bowed down, and so did the one with him. A disciple of Grand elder was no small thing. They are the potential sect leaders of the Thunder Academy.

“No worries.” Li Meng greeted them and rushed in. His first objective was to report back to Mission Hall and deposit the two plaques which were given to him.

“Where are you going, brother?” Ren Wang suddenly appeared beside him.

“To report the success of my missions.” Li Meng said.

“I guess I will have to go in as I am in charge of supervising you. My statement will be required.” Ren Wang said.

“Please do then.” Li Meng Said.

“I hope the journey here was comfortable.” Ren Wang said.

“It was, except for a strange group who came up and fought to die.” Li Meng said.

“Why didn’t you ask for help?” Ren Wang said in a concerned tone.

“Well, I guessed that was unnecessary because you were watching the whole scene together with your brother.” Ren Wang immediately stopped in his tracks, but Li Meng continued to walk. Ren Wang was shocked by Li Meng’s knowledge that he was present. Just how did he know? Some moments passed and Li Meng’s voice jolted him out of his imagination.

“We should hurry brother.” Li Meng said. Ren Wang didn’t speak further and went with Li Meng to the mission hall to confirm the submission and approve its success. While they were returning, once the duo managed to enter one of the isolated regions, Ren Wang turned around and asked Li Meng.

“How did you know?”

“How do I know what?” Li Meng asked.

“No need to act innocent. How did you know that I and Ren Dao were present?” Ren Wang sounded threatening now.

“You two overestimate your strength. There are too many things in the world which surpass you in terms of both strength and quality.” Li Meng said with a calm voice and continued to walk towards their master’s residence. Ren Wang stayed back to contemplate the meaning of his junior’s words, before following Li Meng to the mountain.

“Disciple Li Meng greets the master.” Li Meng announced his arrival to his master.

“Come in.” An old yet overwhelming voice sounded. A Qi Monarch was no joke after all. Li Meng and Ren Wang stepped in. They found an old man sitting on a small pillow, meditating. His eyes were closed, and the surroundings were filled with an oppressive Qi exerted from the old man’s body.

“Disciple Li Meng greets master.” Li Meng bowed in respect of the old man. Ren Wang did the same and followed Li Meng’s actions. The old man opened his eyes and looked at the duo standing before him.

“How was your experience in the outside world?” The old man directly asked Li Meng.

“It was a great master. I managed to grow both mentally and physically. I gained a lot of battle experience and managed to complete the mission assigned by you.” Li Meng said. He didn’t give any more details unless asked to.

“What is your true strength level as of now?” The old man asked.

“I am currently at the 8th level of Qi King, and about to break through the 9th level of Qi King.” Li Meng reported.

“That is your cultivation level. I am asking what is your strength level.: The old man’s words surprised Li Meng. The old man was asking how powerful Li Meng truly was.

“I should be able to defeat anyone at the Qi King level.” Li Meng said, still bowing his head.

“I just saw that you annihilate an entire squad made up of mostly 9th level Qi King and peak Qi Kings as if they were ants. I will ask one last time, what is your current strength level?” even Ren Wang was shocked at hearing the master’s words. There was more to Li Meng’s strength.

“I should be able to contend on equal footing with a 2n level Qi Emperor.” Li Meng’s tone turned casual. He was no longer nervous as the secret was already out. Ren Wang, on the other hand, looked at his junior brother with shock in his eyes. Contending with a Qi Emperor while being in Qi King level.

“I guess I need to change my plans for you. I need to reward you for your achievements.” The old man gave li Meng three things. They were a ring, a book, and a vest.

“The ring contains the resources you will need to train to the very peak of Qi King. You already have my plaque, which will allow you to pick as much and any art from the library. The choice will be left to you. The book contains some of my insights on a cultivation which might be able to help you make the choice and walk the martial path.” The old man said.

“Come to me when you reach the very peak of Qi King.” The old man said. Li Meng nodded in agreement and bowed back. He was about to leave when the old man spoke again.

“You will also be attending the Royal Road as a contender from Thunder Academy. The details will be given to you by your senior brothers. Approach me if you have any needs or doubts in cultivation.” The old man said with a kind voice. Li Meng bowed and thanked the old man once again.

It was at that time, a voice sounded

“Li Meng. Come out and accept my challenge.” A loud voice screamed outside the door.

“He made a move after all.” Li Meng’s voice was filled with excitement.

“You seem to know what is going on.” The old man said.

“What else, except a petty rivalry held my elders passing to the next generation.” Ren Wang’s expression turned into shock once again when he heard his junior making a sarcastic comment to their master.

” Well, competition and rivalry are required to grow strong.” The old man didn’t look offended.

“That is true. I will be going out to greet our friend.” Li Meng left the building.

The old man looked at the figure of Li Meng leaving with delight. This disciple of his was quite an extraordinary specimen.

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Ren Wang was about to curse at Li Meng when the old man stopped him and let Li Meng leave.

“Why did you stop me, master?” Reng Wang asked.

“He didn’t say anything wrong, did he? I wanted to see how he would react to this sudden reaction from Thunder Child, but he seemed unfazed. He expected this to happen. He didn’t even look surprised, but rather had a tinge of disappointment. Your junior is a monster in his rights.” The old man said.

“Was the book about body cultivation.” Ren Wang asked.

“No. He doesn’t require that book. Didn’t I say, he is a monster in his rights. You will understand when the time comes.” The old man closed his eyes and resumed his meditation.

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