Eternal Heavenly Emperor

"Water Moon Fairy is here."

"Really?"

"I heard the Qinghua Sect wants to recruit Senior Brother Jin, even the sect doesn't dare to refuse. Now it depends on what Senior Brother Jin thinks."

"They sent Water Moon Fairy as the persuader, obviously determined to succeed."

"Hehe, Water Moon Fairy is as beautiful as a fairy. Senior Brother Jin might find it hard to resist her charms."

At this moment, the crowd erupted in noise, all looking towards the stone hall's entrance.

Chu Hao thought to himself, no wonder he had seen Water Moon Fairy and Jin Yunlin together before, it was because Qinghua Sect was using a beauty scheme. Jin Yunlin, Cao Jingwen, Yao Di, and Gao Fei were known as the Four Talented of Tianhe, the most gifted young people of this generation in Tianhe County. It wasn't surprising that they attracted the attention of the upper three counties' Qinghua Sect.

After all, martial arts geniuses are hard to come by; having a prodigy could elevate a sect's rank by several levels.

Moreover, by poaching top talents, they could maintain the superiority of the upper three counties. Otherwise, if a War Venerate, War Emperor, or even War King appeared in the middle nine counties, how could the orders from the upper three counties be enforced?

In this light, would Yunliu Sect also send someone similar to Water Moon Fairy to "seduce" Cao Jingwen?

Chu Hao stroked his chin, wondering if in a year or two, he might receive the same treatment.

Water Moon Fairy wore a long cyan dress, perfectly tailored to highlight her enchanting figure, complemented by her beautiful face, looking like a heavenly immortal. In terms of looks, figure, and temperament, even a core disciple like An Feifei was not inferior to her. However, she bore the prestigious name of Qinghua Sect.

A second-rank sect.

This was something An Feifei couldn't match, thus making her pale in comparison.

Status could add many points to a woman's allure, conquering such a woman could bring immense satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment to a man.

Jin Yunlin thought so too, showing a smile as he walked towards Water Moon Fairy—having the noble lady of Qinghua Sect come to congratulate him certainly made him feel honored.

"What a golden couple."

"If I could marry a woman like Water Moon Fairy, my life would be worth it."

"Get lost, how can you compare to Senior Brother Jin?"

"I was just daydreaming."

Everyone was filled with envy, men jealous of Jin Yunlin for having such a high-status beauty, and women envious of Water Moon Fairy for gaining the affection of the most talented disciple of Sky Heart Sect.

"Hey, you two." The disciple who had spoken earlier turned to look at Water Moon Fairy, only regaining his senses at this moment. He pointed at Chu Hao and his companion again.

"Your mouth is better used for eating. If you speak rudely, it's just a waste of having it." Chu Hao said calmly, naturally exuding a strong aura.

The disciple was momentarily stunned but quickly became furious. This was Sky Heart Sect! How dare an outsider act so arrogantly here? He slammed the table, shouting, "Kneel down and apologize at once!"

The loud slap on the table attracted everyone's attention.

An Feifei saw this and couldn't help shaking her head. Why was Chu Hao getting into conflicts so quickly? She hurried over, asking, "What's going on?"

"Senior Sister An, this guy—"

"Hahaha, so you're here."

The disciple had just started speaking when Water Moon Fairy interrupted him with a leap, landing gracefully.

Jin Yunlin also walked over. He remembered Chu Hao as the man who had taken the two Seven Flower Fruits that day.

"Let's see where you can run today." Water Moon Fairy said angrily, having never suffered such a loss before.

"Fairy Water Moon, this is my friend, did you have some misunderstanding with him?" An Feifei mediated.

"Humph." Water Moon Fairy didn't answer, feeling too embarrassed to admit that a man with a realm far below hers had stripped her completely. It was a great humiliation.

"On my account, let it go." Jin Yunlin stepped in. He thought Water Moon Fairy hated Chu Hao because of the Seven Flower Fruits. But so much time had passed, Chu Hao must have eaten the fruits by now, so why keep dwelling on it?

Martial artists could fight to the death over a treasure, but once ownership was determined, it should be settled, otherwise, the world would be chaotic with endless vendettas.

—Water Moon Fairy would never tell him about the shame of being stripped naked.

"No way." Water Moon Fairy insisted determinedly. She couldn't swallow this anger without killing Chu Hao.

Jin Yunlin frowned, feeling slightly displeased with her attitude. Although his status was currently inferior to hers, with a nod to join Qinghua Sect, he could immediately surpass her.

Today was his big day, and Water Moon Fairy's disrespect irritated him.

"Yunlin." Water Moon Fairy knew she needed Jin Yunlin's support to deal with Chu Hao in the heart of Sky Heart Sect. She looked at him with pleading eyes.

Jin Yunlin's heart softened. He took a few steps forward, whispering, "Isn't it just two Seven Flower Fruits? I'll find a way to get them for you."

"It's not that." Water Moon Fairy gritted her teeth and said, "I caught up with him that day, but he was cunning and escaped. He also insulted and slandered me, calling me…"

She didn't finish, but Jin Yunlin's face darkened.

How dare he insult his woman.

Jin Yunlin glanced at Chu Hao, saying, "Apologize to Water Moon Fairy, break your own arm, and leave Sky Heart Sect."

"Senior Brother Jin." An Feifei quickly interrupted, "Chu Hao is my guest."

"That's why he gets to live." Jin Yunlin said indifferently.

An Feifei was furious. Although An and Jin families were equally powerful, the difference in combat strength was vast. Jin Yunlin could easily crush her before, let alone now that he had reached the Martial Sect Realm.

"Senior Brother Jin, I forgot to tell you something, Chu Hao is a close friend of Master Feng Yezi." She said calmly.

Master Feng Yezi.

The most prestigious Tool-Forging Master in Tianhe County, even War Kings respected him.

Jin Yunlin was initially stunned, but then sneered—what a joke. How could someone like Master Feng befriend a young man? An Feifei must be lying to protect Chu Hao.

Even if true, so what? By joining Qinghua Sect, not even Master Feng's intervention could make them relent.

He snorted, "Junior Sister An, if you keep begging for him, I might really kill him."

"Senior Brother Jin, you're going too far." An Feifei said coldly.

Jin Yunlin ignored her, staring at Chu Hao. Suddenly, he smiled, "I'll give you a chance. If you can withstand five moves from me, you may leave safely."

Five moves.

Even without reaching Martial Sect, his strength as one of the Four Talented wasn't something a fifth-tier martial master could oppose. Five moves… were too difficult.

But Chu Hao became stubborn.

It was impossible to defeat a First Tier Martial Sect warrior, but if he didn't have the courage to withstand five moves, how could he ever hope to reach martial arts' pinnacle?

After all, Jin Yunlin had just broken through, with only one Reverse Meridian opened. His Star Force's quantity wouldn't differ much from his peak Eight Meridians state.

"Fine, come at me." Chu Hao beckoned him with a finger.

"What courage, daring to accept Senior Brother Jin's challenge."

"Even core disciples couldn't withstand five moves from Senior Brother Jin."

"This guy is courting death, thinking he can fight Senior Brother Jin."

Everyone discussed, but no one believed Chu Hao had a chance.

Jin Yunlin smiled, "Follow me outside the hall."

He led the way.

Martial artists commonly sparred, but this time, it was one-sided. Jin Yunlin's reputation as a deity among the disciples of Sky Heart Sect was well-established.

Chu Hao stood against Jin Yunlin outside the hall.

Water Moon Fairy stood behind Jin Yunlin, and An Feifei and Su Wanyue behind Chu Hao, surrounded by a large crowd.

"First move." Jin Yunlin skipped the small talk, directly striking with his right hand towards Chu Hao.

Bang!

After the first clash, Chu Hao retreated seven steps, while Jin Yunlin dusted his hand, showing surprise, "Shocking Force."

"What, Shocking Force."

"Only one in ten can master the Shocking Force."

"This guy is a genius."

"No wonder he's confident. But Shocking Force alone can't withstand five moves from Senior Brother Jin."

The spectators murmured.

Jin Yunlin smiled, "Mid-stage Five Meridians cultivation, you won't withstand three moves from me." He struck again.

Boom!

This attack's power tripled compared to the first.

—His first strike wasn't full force, nor was this one likely.

Chu Hao responded with a punch, using the triple wave.

Bang!

Another loud clash, Chu Hao retreated twelve steps.

"Again, Shocking Force?" Jin Yunlin was surprised. The lower the power, the harder to unleash Shocking Force. Doing it twice in a row was incredibly lucky. Thus, Chu Hao survived without serious injury.

"Twice with Shocking Force?"

"Unbelievable."

"Must be luck."

People didn't believe Chu Hao could consistently use Shocking Force.

"Now the third move." Jin Yunlin said proudly. Fighting a fifth-tier martial master without full strength was humiliating.