This practice lasted all night.
When Jing Zhe left Tongtianque, he felt refreshed. His only regret was that Qiu Qianqian's current cultivation level was already somewhat low for him, and the jujube pill he had taken last time was becoming less and less effective. After practicing all night, Jing Zhe still hadn't broken through.
After secretly flying back to the Prince of Jin's residence, Jing Zhe washed up and went to Su Moyan's place. Seeing that Jing Zhe looked energetic and completely different from yesterday morning, Su Moyan asked with a smile, "It seems that President Jing slept well last night!"
"Yes, I went straight to sleep after returning from Wuxian Pavilion last night and slept soundly until dawn!"
Jing Zhe glanced to the side; the annoying Su Xiaoxiao wasn't there, so no one should know that he was still staying out all night.
"How did things go?"
"Yes, after my unremitting efforts, Pavilion Master Mu has tentatively agreed to my idea, but I still need to continue my efforts!"
Keep working hard on Mu Qingren, no problem!
Jing Zhe chuckled to himself.
After having dinner at Su Moyan's place, Jing Zhe and his group took a car to the outside of the martial arts arena.
The second day of the martial arts tournament was no different from the first day, but before it began, the Qingyang Sect Leader went up on stage.
"Before we begin today, I have an announcement to make: all four major sects have agreed to allow President Jing to participate in this martial arts tournament..."
"Whoosh!"
Before he finished speaking, a commotion broke out at the scene. Perhaps no one expected that Jing Zhe would actually participate!
Although Jing Zhe made a lot of noise yesterday, they only thought he was deliberately making a fuss to show Long Aodi. As for participating?
Haha, he's just a government official who doesn't know martial arts. Let alone Long Aodi, any one of them could kill him. He must be out of his mind to actually participate!
So when they heard that Jing Zhezhen was participating, everyone was shocked!
But cheers rose and fell, after all, the thought of such a handsome face being beaten into a pig's head was exciting!
Especially since this idiot was groping their goddess yesterday, who else should they hit if not him?
"Sect Leader Qingyang."
Just then, an old man in black robes with white hair and a youthful face stood up and called out in a deep voice.
Upon hearing this, everyone else turned to look: this old man was no ordinary person, but Guan Yanji, the current leader of the Kunlun Sect, and also a powerful expert with the sixth level of cultivation. Long Aodi was his prized disciple. This time, they came prepared, eyeing the position of martial arts alliance leader with covetousness.
"What brings you here, Sect Leader Guan?"
"Sect Leader Qingyang, I do know that there is indeed a rule that if three of the four major sects recommend someone to participate in the martial arts tournament, that person can directly participate in the tournament. However—the person recommended must at least be from a martial arts sect, right? Isn't it just sending someone to their death to randomly recommend someone from the street to participate in the tournament?"
Because of Long Aodi, Guan Yanji also had a bad impression of Jing Zhe. However, at his level, his ability to read people's expressions was unmatched by ordinary people. He could tell that the young man sitting next to Jing Zhe was imposing and dignified, and that the Prince of Jin was also very amiable next to him. After a little thought, he could guess that this person was of high status and was very likely a member of the royal family!
The fact that this member of the royal family often chatted and laughed with Jing Zhe shows how highly regarded Jing Zhe was in the court!
Although their sect is not under the jurisdiction of the imperial court, they still need the court's care in many ways. Although Jing Zhe is despicable, the power behind him is not something Guan Yanji wants to touch.
If Long Aodi were to face him, would he win or lose?
Winning would be a disgrace, and it would also offend the imperial court, which would be a losing proposition. Therefore, the best solution is to prevent him from participating!
Upon hearing Guan Yanji's words, the Qingyang Sect Leader was somewhat embarrassed. He was so focused on making Jing Zhe look foolish that he forgot the rule that Jing Zhe was not a member of the martial arts world and could not participate in the martial arts tournament!
Most of the people in the audience wanted to see Jing Zhe get beaten up, so they immediately pleaded for him.
"Sect Leader Guan, even though President Jing isn't a member of the martial arts world, shouldn't we encourage him for his strong support of the martial arts tournament?"
"That's right, as long as they have the courage to participate, we should make an exception for them, otherwise it would seem like we martial arts people are too stingy!"
"Sect Leader Qingyang, since the four major sects have all agreed, let's make an exception this time!"
"Make an exception! Make an exception!"
"..."
Hearing the cheers from the crowd below, Jing Zhe nodded slightly and said with a smug smile, "Look, I only showed my face once yesterday, and I already attracted so many people's attention and support. If I were to become the leader of the martial arts alliance, it would surely be the will of the people!"
"Hehe, President Jing is very humorous."
The Prince of Jin was delighted, thinking to himself, "If you still think this way when you step onto the throne, that will be truly remarkable!"
His daughter, Su Xiaoxiao, however, was not so good-tempered.
"Pah! Shameless! You dare call yourself the leader of the martial arts alliance?"
"What? I can't take it, but the little princess can? Didn't you see so many people cheering, wanting me to go on stage? Why didn't they let the little princess go on stage? This is the difference!"
"Pah! They're not letting you go up there to support you, they're just trying to get you beaten up. You're really stupid enough to want to go up there?"
Whether it was to mock Jing Zhe or because she genuinely thought he was stupid and wanted to remind him, Su Xiaoxiao gritted her teeth, looking quite adorable.
"Of course I want to! Who knows who'll beat whom up there!"
Jing Zhe scoffed.
Are you really stupid or just pretending?
Su Xiaoxiao was furious: "That's a martial arts tournament! Swords have no eyes, and you're so hated, even I want to stab you to death, let alone them! If you go up there, you'll be dead in a few hits!"
"..."
Jing Zhe touched his nose, feeling that this little girl was a bit strange; all she did was curse herself to die.
"Little Princess, since you said you wanted to stab me to death so badly, why did you stop me from going on stage? Wouldn't you be happier if I went on stage and got stabbed to death?"
Then, with a hint of amusement, he asked, "Could it be that the young princess is worried about me?"
"Worried about you?"
Su Xiaoxiao was stunned for a moment, then blushed deeply. Her already delicate and lovely face turned as red as a ripe apple. She spat and said with dissatisfaction, "Pah, shameless! Who was worried about you? I was afraid you would get stabbed to death, and I had no one to stab! Someone as hateful as you deserves to be stabbed to death by my own hands!"
"..."
"Little one!"
Just as Jing Zhe was considering whether he should poke Su Xiaoxiao first before Su Xiaoxiao stabbed him, Prince Jin spoke up.
"Don't be rude! President Jing is young and promising, and he even has the courage to participate in the martial arts tournament. We should praise and encourage him, not make so many sarcastic remarks."
"snort!"
Su Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes at Jing Zhe, her eyes revealing obvious anxiety and dissatisfaction, before turning her head away.
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