Chapter 1095: Bullying The Weak

Cangyun Heavenly Palace.

The flying vessel landed in the martial arts arena, surrounded by a sea of clouds, drawing the attention of countless disciples.

Seeing Zhongli Meng disembark from the vessel, the young disciples bowed in unison.

"Greetings, Senior Sister Chief!"

Though their eyes were filled with respect, there was noticeably less fervor than before.

Since the news of the battle between the two prodigies spread, Qing Yin Xianyun's reputation had soared, and even the defeated Lu Caiwei had garnered significant attention.

Compared to these two, Zhongli Meng, who had yet to break through to the Heavenly Rank, seemed somewhat inferior. While the disciples still revered her, there was an inevitable sense of disappointment.

Male and female disciples stepped aside, watching as Zhongli Meng walked forward.

In the span of a few breaths, whispers never ceased.

"Where has Chief Zhongli been? She even used a flying vessel."

"Look at the serious expressions of Chief Sister and the senior brothers. Could something major have happened?"

"Hey, matters of the Chief are not for us to inquire about."

"That's true. Both of those two have already broken through to the Heavenly Rank. As one of the former Three Supreme Talents of Nanli, if Chief Zhongli continues to go out like this, she'll surely be left far behind."

"Exactly. If this continues, the prestige of our Heavenly Palace might suffer."

"Who wouldn't agree? Sigh!"

Zhongli Meng walked steadily forward, her gaze unwavering.

However, the junior disciples behind her frowned slightly, their eyes showing displeasure. The youngest junior brother even couldn't help but glare at the gossiping disciples.

Just then.

Suddenly!

A black streak of light landed at the palace gate.

As the black shadow descended, a powerful surge of Dao energy swept over the martial arts arena. The disciples were affected by the force, and the surrounding sea of clouds churned violently!

In the blink of an eye, male and female disciples stepped back repeatedly, and the weaker outer sect disciples even fell to the ground.

Thousands of disciples changed expressions!

"Who is this?!"

"Such terrifying cultivation!"

Zhongli Meng and the others were also startled, steadying themselves and looking back.

As the black light dissipated, a young, graceful figure stepped out.

Her face was full of charm, with distinctive watery eyes that seemed almost unchanged from memory, but her demeanor had transformed completely. Her floor-length black dress exuded a cold aura, and the chill in her beautiful eyes was particularly striking.

Zhongli Meng was stunned for a few moments before she finally spoke in surprise.

"Senior Sister Lu...?"

Her soft voice rang out, causing the surrounding disciples to be even more astonished.

Senior Sister Lu?

Which Senior Sister Lu?

Could it be...

As the crowd buzzed with speculation, the black-clad beauty spoke indifferently.

"Oh?"

"You, now the esteemed Chief of the Heavenly Palace, still recognize me, Lu Caiwei?"

Her icy words echoed, causing thousands of eyes to widen!

"It really is Senior Sister Lu Caiwei!"

"This... this is truly a transformation! I remember how gentle and virtuous Senior Sister Lu used to be. Now, she's dressed so boldly and coldly..."

"Not just that. Judging from the earlier aura, Senior Sister Lu's cultivation has also improved significantly. As the rumors say, she's already at the Heavenly Rank!"

"Someone was just talking about her, and now she's suddenly here?"

"Could she be here with ill intentions..."

The murmurs of surprise continued, and the Heavenly Palace disciples gradually showed wariness.

Her cold, stunning beauty was indeed captivating, but the extraordinary chill and aura she exuded were even more concerning. It felt as if a dangerous signal was silently spreading, far from the demeanor of a casual visitor.

The rumors were true—Lu Caiwei had indeed been defeated, but her Heavenly Rank cultivation was also a fact. Such a powerful figure suddenly appearing was not something anyone dared to underestimate.

Just her cold gaze alone carried an overwhelming pressure that shook the entire crowd.

Thousands of disciples stood cautiously, while Zhongli Meng stood firmly at the forefront.

As the current Chief of the Heavenly Palace, her every word and action represented the palace. Regardless of the other party's intentions, she had to first offer a polite nod to avoid giving others any reason to criticize.

"Senior Sister Lu, what brings you here today?"

Glancing at Zhongli Meng's restrained demeanor and the wary expressions of the thousands of disciples, Lu Caiwei remained as cold as ever, but her confidence soared.

With a single glance, she could tell that Zhongli Meng was merely at the Saint Realm, and the others were even more insignificant.

In her eyes now, these people were all trash!

Lu Caiwei's eyes showed disdain. Everything was as she had expected. Remembering her previous lesson, she patiently glanced at the sword at Zhongli Meng's waist.

Hmph, just a Saint-grade weapon.

Trash suits trash, as expected.

After a single glance, Lu Caiwei was completely confident.

Aside from her pretty face, Zhongli Meng was utterly worthless.

This battle would surely avenge her past humiliation!

Having seen everything clearly, Lu Caiwei let out a domineering sneer.

"Hmph..."

"I've come only to fight you and reclaim the title of prodigy that rightfully belongs to me. If you admit defeat, kneel and beg for mercy, then disfigure your face, and I'll spare your life!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the Heavenly Palace disciples were filled with shock and anger!

"Lu Caiwei is at the Heavenly Rank. How could Chief Sister possibly be a match for her..."

"Even admitting defeat isn't enough? This is too much!"

"She has such a beautiful face, yet her heart is so venomous!"

"She must have lost to Qing Yin Xianyun and didn't dare to challenge her again. Knowing that Senior Sister Zhongli hasn't broken through, she came here to pick on her!"

"This is outright bullying! I never thought Lu Caiwei would be this kind of person!"

Hearing the various taunts, Lu Caiwei showed no shame.

Once again, her cold voice rang out, intimidating the crowd!

"Hmph!"

"The strong rule over the weak. I'm just picking on the weak. What can you do about it?"

"If you're not convinced, you can fight in her place. The Cangyun Heavenly Palace is a prestigious sect, so surely no senior would stoop so low as to intervene, right?"

"Who wants to fight? Hmm?"

Her cold voice, laced with pressure, swept over the crowd, causing thousands of disciples to shrink back in fear.

In the face of absolute strength, words and actions became the ultimate truth!

Feeling the awe in the gazes around her, Lu Caiwei felt an overwhelming sense of satisfaction. Her slightly lowered cold eyes revealed a hint of pride as she continued to press aggressively.

"What's the matter?"

"The Chief of the Cangyun Heavenly Palace doesn't dare to accept the challenge?"

"Heh, if the other sects of the Nanli Heavenly Domain hear about this, the Cangyun Heavenly Palace will surely lose all face. Who would have thought that the Chief Disciple of this generation would be so incompetent."

"In that case, I'll be merciful. Considering your low cultivation, I'll suppress my strength to match yours. That should be fair, right?"

Her confidence continued to swell, and Lu Caiwei was already feeling immensely pleased.

Her words were no longer just a provocation but an outright insult. In her eyes, Zhongli Meng was like a frightened little girl who needed to be given concessions to muster the courage to face her.

What was even more despicable was that she used this opportunity to mock the reputation of the Heavenly Palace!

Hearing such humiliation, the thousands of disciples were filled with indignation.

Zhongli Meng clenched her teeth and stepped forward, her beautiful face burning with anger!

After all, in this situation, she had no choice but to step up.

"Fine, I'll fight you!"

The junior disciples behind her looked on anxiously, about to speak up to dissuade her.

Zhongli Meng's expression was resolute as she raised her hand to stop them.

"No need to say more."

"This battle cannot be avoided. Even if I am no match for her later, it has nothing to do with the sect's legacy. It's just a matter of my own lack of skill. To retreat before the battle even begins is not the way of a disciple of the Cangyun Heavenly Palace!"

Her words stunned the thousands of disciples.

In the face of the sect's honor, Zhongli Meng decisively set aside her personal pride. She showed no fear of the so-called Heavenly Rank expert, her mindset and determination worthy of the title of Chief!

Several core inner disciples exchanged glances and solemnly stepped back.

The thousands of disciples followed suit.

The vast martial arts arena was left with only Zhongli Meng and Lu Caiwei facing each other.

Lu Caiwei wore a smile.

Her hypocritically gentle smile of praise couldn't hide the smugness in her tone.

"That's more like it. Truly worthy of being one of the former Three Supreme Talents of Nanli. Junior Sister Zhongli, swords and blades have no eyes. You'd better be careful..."

As she spoke, her soft, smiling eyes suddenly turned fierce!

Before anyone could react, Lu Caiwei erupted with terrifying killing intent, her body enveloped in a dark mist as she lunged forward like a ghost!

In an instant, she was right in front of Zhongli Meng!