Chapter 217: Lu Changsheng's Infinite Divine Power slashed the Sword Master, the First Under the Martial Saint of Heavenly Saint City!
Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor was currently filled with numerous Divine Power Realm martial artists.
They were essentially the core high-level members of the manor.
Manor Master Chen An had a solemn expression on his face.
In his hand was a "Battle Invitation."
This "Battle Invitation" was no trivial matter—it was a challenge directed at Sword Master Chen Peng.
Moreover, it had been personally delivered by the Li family, which naturally caused the entire manor to treat it with great seriousness at once.
"Everyone, take a look at this Battle Invitation."
Chen An passed the invitation down so that every Divine Power martial artist present could examine it carefully.
Upon reading the contents of the invitation, the atmosphere in Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor became tense.
But even more prevalent was a sense of rage.
"Lu Changsheng? I've heard of this person. They say he gained fame in the battle to decide the successor of the Li family, helping Li Guang secure the title of successor. He's even been hailed as Lu Zun!"
"This Lu Zun is rumored to have condensed the Infinite Divine Power—whether that's true or not remains to be seen."
"The Infinite Divine Power… it's unimaginable. Could our Heavenly Saint City truly produce a powerhouse capable of such a feat?"
"But regardless, Lu Changsheng shouldn't have set his sights on our manor's Spirit Stone mine. There are so many factions with Spirit Stone mines to choose from, yet he's picked ours. Does he think our Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor is an easy target?"
"Hmph, Lu Changsheng's sudden rise must've gone to his head. Does he truly believe that Chen Peng is weaker than him? Since mastering the Sword Dao Great Divine Power, Chen Peng has fought over a hundred battles of all sizes and has never been defeated. His title of Sword Master is well-earned through real combat, unlike some exaggerated claims about Martial Venerables!"
"Whether or not Lu Changsheng has actually achieved the Infinite Divine Power remains uncertain. The Li family's reports can't be fully trusted either."
"Honestly, it doesn't matter what we think. The key is how Chen Peng feels about it…"
The people of Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor eventually shifted their gazes to a calm-looking Divine Power martial artist.
That man was none other than Chen Peng!
A figure akin to the Stabilizing Needle of the entire Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor.
Chen Peng gained fame early in life, though he was still relatively young.
His talent was simply extraordinary—he had gained widespread acclaim at a very young age, later mastering the Sword Dao Great Divine Power, defeating countless opponents, and earning the title of Sword Master without a single defeat!
Though Chen Peng rarely involved himself in the affairs of the manor, focusing solely on swordsmanship training,
his voice carried significant weight within Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor.
What he said often represented the stance of the entire manor.
Chen An also turned his gaze to Chen Peng and softly asked, "Chen Peng, what do you think of this? Should we accept this duel or not?"
"Swoosh."
In the next moment, Chen Peng opened his eyes.
The instant his eyes opened, everyone in the room felt as though a treasure sword had unsheathed, its chilling sharpness palpable.
"Accept!"
"Lu Changsheng delivering a battle invitation under the banner of the Li family has already left Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor no choice but to accept it."
"Besides, I'm curious to witness the power of the alleged Infinite Divine Power. Exactly how overwhelming must it be to deserve the epithet 'Infinite'?"
Chen Peng spoke.
He voiced his decision openly in front of everyone.
"Chen Peng, how confident are you?"
The Lord of the Manor inquired.
Chen Peng shook his head and replied calmly, "I'm not confident."
"When facing such a formidable opponent, nobody can be truly confident without engaging them firsthand."
"If what he has truly mastered is the Infinite Divine Power, its terrifying capability makes this battle potentially very perilous."
"However, having tested my swordsmanship throughout the world in over a hundred battles without a single defeat, except for a few rare powerhouses or sects in major Holy Lands who might have someone with the Infinite Divine Power, I've never heard of anyone who has actually succeeded in mastering it."
"As long as he hasn't mastered the Infinite Divine Power, Lu Changsheng is destined to lose!"
Chen Peng's words were firm and decisive.
This was his confidence!
Or rather, his assurance!
Over a hundred victories without a single loss, coupled with his mastery of the Sword Dao Great Divine Power—what power and courage that exemplified!
Chen Peng was never one to feel fear.
In fact, he was secretly hoping that Lu Changsheng truly had mastered the Infinite Divine Power, rather than it being mere hearsay or inflated rumors from the Li family.
Chen Peng yearned for a duel against the Infinite Divine Power!
Seeing Chen Peng in this state, the people of Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor actually felt a sense of relief.
As long as Chen Peng was willing to act, the manor was practically guaranteed an overwhelming advantage.
There was no one who could withstand Chen Peng's Sword Dao Great Divine Power.
"Good. In that case, our Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor will accept the challenge!"
"As for the battlefield… it will take place here at Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor!"
The Lord of the Manor declared decisively, clearly having made up his mind.
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At the Li family, Li Guang hurriedly approached Lu Changsheng.
"Brother Lu, news has just come in from Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor—Chen Peng has agreed to your challenge."
"The date is set for three days from now, and the location will be at Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor."
"Is there anything you need me to help prepare?"
Li Guang brought the news to Lu Changsheng.
"Chen Peng agreed?"
Lu Changsheng smiled.
As expected, this was within his calculations.
Chen Peng couldn't possibly refuse.
Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor had even less reason to refuse.
"There really is something I need Brother Li's help with."
"In the next three days, I hope Brother Li can leverage the Li family's influence to widely publicize the news of my duel with Chen Peng throughout Heavenly Saint City. The more people who know, the better, and the larger the commotion, the better!"
Lu Changsheng voiced his "request."
"That's it?"
Publicizing the matter was a piece of cake for the Li family.
Still, it was indeed something only Li Guang could take care of.
After all, Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor definitely wouldn't actively spread the word.
If Mount Ten Thousand Swords Manor lost, the consequences would be extremely detrimental to them.
Even if they won, it wouldn't particularly benefit them either.