Top-tier Unruly Master

The onlookers couldn't help but show a face of surprise at the scene.

"Gao Qi is said to be the number one new disciple in the outer sect, yet Zhou Xiao seems completely uninterested."

"It seems Zhou Xiao's standards are quite high..."

"That makes sense, after all, I've heard that Junior Sister Zhou Xiao is also a cultivator at the Early Nascent Soul Stage, not much different from Gao Qi!"

...

For a moment, everyone wore a look of watching a spectacle, and couldn't help but discuss.

At this time, Zhou Xiao, Lianzi, and the others had already walked to Ding Fan and Wang Hu's side.

"Brother Fan, there you are."

Lianzi saw Ding Fan and happily spoke to him. In her heart, for some reason, she always felt Ding Fan was quite extraordinary; even though the so-called number one outer sect disciple Gao Qi was nothing compared to Ding Fan in her mind.

But Lianzi thought it was normal, knowing Brother Fan could easily defeat the captain of the outer sect disciples, his strength naturally was not something the number one outer sect disciple could compare to.

Lianzi didn't share these things outside, as she didn't want Ding Fan to find unnecessary trouble.

At this moment, Ding Fan heard her words, then smiled slightly and nodded calmly. At the same time, he couldn't help but take another look at Zhou Xiao beside Lianzi. Truly a beauty, though perhaps a bit less than Zhou Ruoran, Gusu Qingwen, and Ye Ningbing, she was definitely a beauty.

"Lianzi, you're here."

At this time, Wang Hu, who also knew Lianzi, grinned and said while looking towards Zhou Xiao beside Lianzi. He couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed and looked down at his feet. Zhou Xiao was stunningly beautiful to him, her beauty was world-shattering, making it difficult for people to look directly at her; even girls would feel self-conscious in her presence.

"Mhm."

"Brother Fan, Brother Tiger, let me introduce you. This is the number one female disciple of our outer sect, the beautiful Zhou Xiao."

Lianzi looked at Wang Hu, then mischievously introduced Zhou Xiao to Ding Fan and Wang Hu with a laugh. Hearing Lianzi's words, Zhou Xiao couldn't help but feel quite shy, giving Lianzi a playful glare before saying:

"Don't talk nonsense! Silly Lianzi."

"Hello Ding Fan, I'm Zhou Xiao."

Zhou Xiao then extended her jade hand to shake hands with Ding Fan. She had heard Lianzi mention this Ding Fan many times, naturally aware of Lianzi's little thoughts. She'd also heard that he could easily slay even Fourth Grade Peak Yuan Beasts, clearly possessing considerable strength but was very composed as an outer sect disciple, much more so than the so-called number one outer sect disciple Gao Qi.

As Zhou Xiao spoke, she reached out her delicate hand to shake hands with Ding Fan.

For a moment, many male cultivator disciples around couldn't help but be envious as they watched Zhou Xiao's white, crystal-like hand.

Shaking hands with such a goddess-level beauty was such a wonderful thing!

It was even something some nerdy cultivators dreamt of; who was this Ding Fan to deserve such good fortune, he must have accumulated great virtue in his past life!

"It seems Ding Fan doesn't even have a cultivation at the Breathing Stage!"

"There's no justice in this world!"

"How did that kid get so lucky!"

...

At this moment, Ding Fan calmly extended his hand and said with a calm expression:

"Hello."

Zhou Xiao then withdrew her hand, giving Ding Fan a new impression. She hadn't expected this cultivator to be different; she had seen too many male cultivators with greedy eyes staring at her endlessly, clearly different from Ding Fan. Lianzi's judgment wasn't bad after all.

Later, Zhou Xiao also greeted Wang Hu, and they all began to chat casually.

Around them, everyone looked on with envy and jealousy...

Among those paying attention to Zhou Xiao and the others, the one with the darkest expression was undoubtedly Gao Qi, full of resentment and anger. Seeing Ding Fan at that moment caused a shock; he hadn't expected Ding Fan to remain unscathed. He quickly realized he had been played by Wang Hu at the time. Alright, Wang Hu, hope you won't run into me in the upcoming outer sect disciple tournament!

Gao Qi stared venomously at Wang Hu and Ding Fan. Gao Qi had been warned by Meng Haotian not to provoke Ding Fan, so he had little thought about Ding Fan now. However, his feelings towards Wang Hu were entirely different, to the point of wanting to ruin his cultivation!

Seeing Zhou Xiao chatting happily with Wang Hu and Ding Fan, Gao Qi couldn't help but feel a burning sensation on his face, as if he'd been slapped. He had consciously approached Zhou Xiao to greet her, but she had brushed him off lightly and gone to chat with Wang Hu and Ding Fan, shaking hands and chatting. Could it be that I, the number one outer sect disciple, can't compare to that blockhead?

Thinking of this, Gao Qi's face was filled with anger.

Currently, Lianzi, Zhou Xiao, and the others chatted happily with Ding Fan and Wang Hu, laughing from time to time.

Through the casual chat, Ding Fan learned a lot about the rules of the previous Dayang Sect outer sect disciple tournaments. In previous years, outer sect disciples were randomly assigned, using the most straightforward competition method, a one-on-one duel, with the winner advancing to the next round and the loser directly eliminated. Ding Fan could understand the sect's approach because there were simply too many outer sect disciples.

Only this method could end the tournament in the shortest time possible. If other methods were used, involving multiple events, it would take a lot of time, and it might not even finish in a week.

However, such a direct competition method had its drawbacks. For example, some competent contestants might face exceptionally strong opponents and be directly eliminated, losing the opportunity for further competition. They might have been candidates for inner sect disciples, yet unfortunately, they'd be eliminated. In the Cultivation World, luck is also part of one's strength.

But for an absolute expert, such shortcomings are not a problem, especially for Ding Fan himself, they have no effect whatsoever.

Wang Hu, Zhou Xiao, and others were chatting casually. The position of Zhou Xiao, the Outer Sect Goddess, clearly changed in Wang Hu's heart. Wang Hu's mouth never seemed to close from the moment Zhou Xiao and others arrived, but Wang Hu's gaze carried no ill intention, only pure happiness, without a trace of disrespect towards Zhou Xiao. On the contrary, after a brief interaction, Wang Hu did not expect that the goddess in so many male cultivators' minds would be so agreeable and generous.

Wang Hu felt Zhou Xiao's straightforwardness, generosity, and natural demeanor when she spoke to him. There wasn't the slightest trace of a goddess's arrogance, and she certainly didn't care about being called the most beautiful woman in the Outer Sect. Instead, she was an incredibly sincere and gentle girl.

All at once, Zhou Xiao's status in Wang Hu's heart kept climbing. If he could have such a goddess as a girlfriend, it would be amazing. No! Even as an ordinary friend, he would be more than satisfied!

After a brief interaction with her, Wang Hu realized that she was not only beautiful on the outside, but also sunny and positive inside, a very driven and well-mannered girl.

For a moment, Wang Hu's gaze lingered on Zhou Xiao; who wouldn't like such a beautiful and accomplished girl?

How could it be his turn? Not to mention being the other person's boyfriend, even being her ordinary friend seemed somewhat impossible, after all, he himself wasn't that outstanding.

For a while, Wang Hu's gaze was filled with confusion...

"Wang Hu, what are you looking at?"

At this moment, Zhou Xiao inadvertently saw Wang Hu's dazed expression and couldn't help but sweetly smile as she asked Wang Hu.

"Oh? Nothing really. Haha..."

Hearing her words, Wang Hu couldn't help but smile bashfully and broadly.

"The Outer Disciple Competition is about to start, good luck!"

Zhou Xiao looked at Wang Hu and said sincerely. Wang Hu gave Zhou Xiao a good impression; he was an honest and straightforward person, indeed an excellent choice for a friend. Compared to Ding Fan's polite but somewhat indifferent demeanor, Zhou Xiao much preferred chatting with Wang Hu.

"Yes, I will. By the way, is there anything different on your side with female disciples compared to the male disciples, regarding cultivation?"

"It should be about the same, but perhaps with some differences, like..."

"..."

For a moment, Wang Hu and Zhou Xiao happily chatted away.

At this moment, seeing Wang Hu and Zhou Xiao chatting, Ding Fan couldn't help but smile slightly, feeling genuinely happy for his friend.

...

"Look, that's Gu Feng coming!"

"It really is him; it seems the rumors are true. He's really back to participate in this Outer Disciple Competition..."

"I feel that this time, the top position in the Outer Disciple Competition is undoubtedly his!"

"Perhaps! That guy specially targets the top three on the wanted list, it's truly insane!"

"..."

Suddenly, many cultivators began to discuss, all eyes turned towards a young man wrapped in beast skins walking towards the Southern Square. The young man had a dark complexion, and his eyes were icy and sharp, like a merciless killing machine, making one feel a chill from afar.

The beast-skin-clad youth walked to a giant stone, lightly leapt, and landed on the stone, then sat down cross-legged, closing his eyes to rest.

It seemed the beast-skin youth was unwilling to integrate with the crowd, as if he was used to coming and going alone.

"His aura is truly terrifying, making people afraid to approach!"

"It's no wonder; he's the longest-serving Outer Sect disciple in our Dayang Sect, never staying within the sect, always out training, truly an unparalleled existence!"

"Even some elders highly regard him. I heard that long ago, an elder wanted to take him as a Core Disciple, but Gu Feng refused, insisting on going out to train instead. Refusing to be a Core Disciple, only Gu Feng could do such a thing!"

"It's said his cultivation is very high now, already at the Late Nascent Soul Stage!"

"My gosh! We're ecstatic about breaking through to the Middle Qi Condensation Stage, and he breaks through to the Late Nascent Soul Stage. Comparing people really is maddening!"

"..."

For a moment, everyone was discussing Gu Feng.

After all, everyone was very interested in such a legendary figure who spent so much time away from the sect.

At this time, Ding Fan and his group were obviously drawn by the discussions, and Ding Fan's gaze followed those looking towards Gu Feng, who was sitting cross-legged on the giant stone.

"Such strong killing intent!"

Ding Fan muttered to himself, it seemed everyone's discussions were not unfounded. This person indeed seems to often be in life-and-death battles; otherwise, he couldn't have such intense killing intent.

At this moment, Ding Fan couldn't help but smile faintly. This person certainly seemed an intriguing opponent; it appeared this Outer Disciple Competition might turn out to be quite interesting!