I Stepped on a Bug, and the System Says I Slayed a Dragon?-Chapter 68: Jackpot! 100 Years of Cultivation

Chapter 68: Chapter 68: Jackpot! 100 Years of Cultivation

「Jianghai Martial Arts Academy, Martial Arts Plaza.」

The atmosphere was electric, and cheers echoed throughout the academy.

"Let that kid be arrogant! Now he knows how tough we are in Jianghai!" In the stands, Xia He watched the master and disciple from the Grassland scurry away in disgrace, a smug look instantly appearing on his face.

It was as if he, not Li Zixuan, had been the one to defeat Huyan Sword just now.

Beside him, Qin Yang remained silent. He just shifted into a more comfortable position and began to call out to that damn system in his mind.

He didn’t have to think twice.

’After such a long silence, that damn system must have been so shocked it froze again...’

’System, talk to me!’

Qin Yang shouted several times in his mind.

After a long moment, he finally heard the system’s trembling voice.

DING!

"Unbelievable! The Host merely sent out a disciple and still managed to defeat the Sword Demon! Reward multiplied by one hundred!

"Congratulations, Host, for obtaining one hundred years of Cultivation! Upon absorption, you can directly reach the Peak of Grandmaster Realm!"

"Congratulations, Host, for obtaining the Emperor Level Body Technique Martial Arts, Close Yet So Far!"

"Congratulations, Host, for obtaining a scroll of the Profound Celestial Pill Scripture!"

The wonderful reward notifications came one after another.

Qin Yang took a big gulp of his soda and chewed on his popcorn, finally feeling content.

’But this time, I actually got a Body Technique Martial Arts?’

The thought surprised Qin Yang, so he gave it a quick look.

First,

there was the Profound Celestial Pill Scripture, which contained numerous Alchemy Techniques, a culmination of the lifelong wisdom of ancient Alchemists.

The other, an Emperor Level Martial Arts called Close Yet So Far, was even more extraordinary.

It directly involved the profound Space Law!

Those who reached Great Success in its Cultivation could break the boundaries of space, freely traversing the void. With a single step, the ends of the earth would be as close as next door!

After briefly reviewing his rewards,

Qin Yang saw that his objective had been achieved and instantly felt bored. He yawned and said to Xia He beside him,

"I’m heading out. You can stay and watch."

"Huh? Old Qin, you’re leaving already?"

Xia He was stunned for a moment. He looked at Li Zixuan on the Martial Arts Arena and said, puzzled, "You’re not going to wait? When Li Zixuan comes by later, you might be able to get her autograph!

After this match, her status is definitely going to skyrocket. It’ll be hard for you to get another chance to see her!"

"Pfft~"

Hearing this, Qin Yang rolled his eyes and said irritably, "Not interested. When you go asking for an autograph, don’t you dare use my name. I’m leaving."

With that, he turned and left his seat, weaving his way alone through the boisterous crowd.

He didn’t hesitate for a second.

Leaving Xia He standing there, utterly confused.

........

「In the center of the Martial Arts Plaza.」

Bathed in cheers, Li Zixuan gracefully descended the long steps of the Martial Arts Arena, her steps light.

She had barely taken a few steps off the stage before she was surrounded by junior students.

"Great work, Senior! You’ve restored the honor of Jianghai City! That last move was so cool!"

"That was a great fight! I think that Huyan Sword’s eyes were red. He looked like he was about to cry!"

"An arrogant guy like that deserves to be beaten by everyone!!"

"Senior Sister, have you ever considered teaching a class? Money is no object..."

"..."

The chirping discussion buzzed around Li Zixuan. The junior students stared at her, their eyes shining with admiration and worship.

It was clear they now saw her as their new idol.

"Alright, everyone disperse. Let Xuanxuan get some rest."

Just then, Elder Li arrived before Li Zixuan with his hands behind his back, shooing away the surrounding students.

As his words fell,

the other students’ faces fell with disappointment. But seeing as Elder Li was a highly respected figure, they couldn’t say much and could only reluctantly disperse.

A moment later,

the area around them was clear.

"Xuanxuan, you’ve worked hard these past few days."

Elder Li said, looking at Li Zixuan with a gentle and kind expression.

"Teacher, you’re exaggerating. This is what a student ought to do."

Li Zixuan nodded lightly. "It was just a narrow victory, not enough to be worth your praise, Teacher."

"That was no narrow victory, Xuanxuan. It was a complete rout."

Hearing this, Elder Li said with a smile, "The power of your Swordsmanship long ago surpassed Huyan Sword’s Ten Thousand Swords Return to the Sect."

Stroking his white beard, he couldn’t help but ask, "Xuanxuan, this may be a bit forward of me, but I must ask: where did you learn this Swordsmanship?"

"Huh?"

At his words, Li Zixuan’s guard went up instantly.

’He’s asking about the origin of my Swordsmanship?’

’I swore an oath to Master before!’

’I would never reveal a single shred of information to outsiders, to prevent anyone from disturbing his peace.’

’Even if it’s Elder Li asking, I will not break this oath.’

"You don’t want to say..."

Seeing Li Zixuan’s hesitation, Elder Li shook his head with a smile and waved his hand. "Then don’t. Xuanxuan, I won’t force you. This must be your own fateful opportunity, and I am very pleased for you."

"Yes, thank you, Teacher."

Li Zixuan breathed a sigh of relief.

"Come, Xuanxuan. I have already arranged a celebration banquet. You should relax and enjoy yourself."

Elder Li said with a smile, taking in all of Li Zixuan’s subtle expressions.

’This silly girl is still too young.’

’In truth, he had already vaguely guessed it was related to the Jianghai Sword God.’

’But since Li Zixuan didn’t want to reveal more, it was no big deal. The truth would come to light on its own eventually.’

At the same time, as Li Zixuan’s match concluded, the top ten trending topics on the internet were completely dominated by headlines related to Jianghai City!

After all,

the match had been livestreamed across the entire web, drawing the attention of hundreds of millions of people. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

Countless people had witnessed the elegance of Li Zixuan’s one sword shattering all techniques.

In an instant, the sensational news spread like wildfire from the streets and alleys of Jianghai City all the way to the upper echelons of the Imperial Capital, causing a national uproar!

...

...

「Jianghai Hotel, Room One.」

"Master, this disciple has brought you shame!"

Huyan Sword knelt before Yu Wenxuan, his head bowed, all his former arrogance gone.

"Rise, my disciple."

Yu Wenxuan stooped, extending an aged hand to gently help Huyan Sword up from the floor. "It was just one defeat. It’s no great matter."

"But..."

Huyan Sword hesitated, his face filled with shame. "I’ve disgraced you, Master. I had never lost before."

"It’s fine. It was merely a challenge."

Yu Wenxuan chuckled softly, rubbing his Agate Bracelet. "Your mindset has grown more arrogant lately. This loss can serve to temper you, which may not be a bad thing.

Victory and defeat are fleeting as clouds. After a hundred years, nothing will remain. Only by focusing on the Sword Dao can we find our salvation."

"Yes, Master."

Hearing this, Huyan Sword kept his head down, his expression listless. He still couldn’t quite let it go.

Seeing this, Yu Wenxuan smiled. "What? Still upset that you lost to a little girl?"

"Yes."

Huyan Sword answered in a low voice.

"Haha, my disciple, there is actually no shame in losing to that little lass."

"Why do you say that, Master?"

"Because that lass’s origins are anything but simple..."

Yu Wenxuan said coolly, his gaze fixed on the Jianghai City nightscape outside the window as if it could pierce through everything.

"She is very likely the personal disciple of the Jianghai Sword God!"