Chapter 657: Objection from Jiang Hao
If audio player doesn't work, press Stop then Play button again
On the spacious platform, the atmosphere became much quieter due to his suddenoutburst. Quite a few Desolate Hall disciples stared at each other in dismay.However, they closed their mouths shut and kept quiet. All of them understoodJiang Hao’s character. Since Lin Dong had seized Tong Chuan’s spot for the PillRiver Head Immersion, even if this matter did not occur, he would not easilylet a new disciple that had spent less than a month in the Desolate Hall becomea senior direct disciple…
At the three other directions, the other senior direct disciples Tong Pang,Fang Yun and Song Zhou did not voice out like Jiang Hao did. However, there wasa hint of doubt in their eyes. They had all expended great effort to achievetheir status as senior direct disciples during the past years. However, as ofnow, Lin Dong was still a newbie.
Although it had to be said that Lin Dong achieved a terrifying result, thisdoes not mean that he would immediately receive their approval.
Mo Ling and the others frowned and looked at Lin Dong with concernedexpressions. They had an extremely good relationship with him and they werenaturally happy to see Lin Dong’s status within the Desolate Hall rise. Howeverlooking at the current situation where Jiang Hao had voiced his opposition,they all felt quite hopeless. Regardless, Jiang Hao’s power prestige and fameexceeded Lin Dong’s…
However, under the gaze of Mo Ling and the others, Lin Dong remained calm andcollected without a trace of anger. His current disposition gained someadmiration from Mo Ling and the rest. Ever since their first meeting, thefellow right in front of them could always maintain a calm and collectedcomposure when facing any thorny situation, before settling everything in theend.
In mid-air, Chen Zhen and Wu Dao shot a look at Jiang Hao while frowning.However, there was no sense of surprise within their eyes as if they had longexpected this to happen.
“Jiang Hao, what do you have to say?” said Chen Zhen slowly.
“Senior uncle Chen Zhen, a senior direct disciple is the role model and prideof the disciples in the Desolate Hall. Not only would one need to haveoutstanding strength, one would need to gain everyone’s trust and respect.Although this junior brother is quite talented, wouldn’t it be a bit too quickto promote him to a senior direct disciple right now?” said Jiang Hao solemnlyas he bowed at Chen Zhen.
An ordinary disciple would need to address Chen Zhen and Wu Dao as hallmaster. However since Jiang Hao was a senior direct disciple, he could addressChen Zhen as senior uncle. From this, it could be seen that a senior directdisciple’s status is quite high.
Chen Zhen frowned and replied: “Jiang Hao, there are always exceptions. If wewere to follow the rules and rot without any change, the Desolate Hall wouldforever remain as the last amongst the four halls!”
“It’s true that there can be exceptions…” replied Jiang Hao. Narrowing hiseyes and looking towards Lin Dong, he casually added on: “However I do notbelieve this junior brother has obtained the qualification for an exception tobe made.”
The instant this statement was made, quite a few disciples below the platformpulled at their mouths, as it was slightly cruel.
A trace of anger swept past Mo Ling and the others after hearing what JiangHao said. Unknowingly, they had already regarded Lin Dong as their unofficialleader. At this moment, Lin Dong was being ridiculed. Therefore, they naturallyfelt displeased.
However, although they were feeling discontented within their hearts, they didnot dare to carelessly chip in with their comments. After all, this was the DaoSect and Jiang Hao’s status and strength within the Desolate hall were wayabove them…
Therefore, the gazes of Mo Ling and the others once again landed on Lin Dong,whose expressionless face now had a faint trace of a smile. Under the numerousgazes, he turned his body around and looked straight at Jiang Hao without asingle trace of fear in his eyes.
After noticing Lin Dong’s vision, Jiang Hao slightly curled his lip andcrossed his hands in front of his chest. An imposing aura rushed out of him andstarted to oppress the former. Possessing the cultivation level of Seven YuanNirvana Stage was sufficient for him to look down on Lin Dong.
“Senior brother Jiang Hao, would you clarify the boundaries of thequalifications you speak of?” questioned Lin Dong as he stared at Jiang Hao andgave a faint smile.
“The degree of respect and your strength,” said Jiang Hao casually.
“It has been only a short while since I entered the Desolate Hall, so it’splausible that most of the seniors here are not familiar with me. Thus, on thedegree of respect, I truly do not have an edge. However, I can certainly telleveryone here that our Desolate Hall would not be ranked last in the next hallcompetition!” Lin Dong’s gentle and relaxed words resounded across theplatform, causing quite a few disciple to gawk.
These words were relatively rampant, as the strength of the Desolate Hall wasgreatly lacking compared to the other three halls in Dao Sect. Trying to moveup the rankings was not a simple task.
“On what basis do you dare to utter such arrogant words?” said Jiang Haocoldly.
“Based on the fact that I endured under the pill river for eleven days.” saidLin Dong casually while giving a faint smile.
Jiang Hao stagnated for a brief moment before flinging his sleeves and repliedwith cold laughter: “That does not mean anything. The current you only has acultivation level of Five Yuan Nirvana Stage, where is your courage comingfrom?”
“ If junior brother Lin Dong really has the ability to help our Desolate Hallbreak free from the last rank, it would not be a big issue to make an exceptionfor your promotion.” said a slightly famous disciple standing on the platformsuddenly in a solemn voice.
“Yes, if you can achieve what you have just said, there’s no problem withgranting you an exception.”
After the statement was made by the disciple, a few other direct disciplesadded in their opinions. Although Jiang Hao was cunning with his words, all ofthem knew the potential of being able to endure under the bottom of the pillriver for eleven days represented. If Lin Dong was truly able to achieve whathe had said and elevate their Desolate Hall from the last rank, this would bean extremely prideful matter for all the Desolate Hall disciples.
After all, for so many years, their Desolate Hall has always been mocked bythe disciples of the three other halls. That feeling was truly unpleasant.
“Hmph.”
After witnessing the sudden change, Jiang Hao felt somewhat angry and shouted:“You all can’t be that naive right? It doesn’t matter how terrifying his talentis, how can a new disciple like him possibly compete with the top disciples whohave comprehended the three other great mysterious scriptures?”
“If he can’t achieve it, does that mean that senior brother Jiang Hao can?” avoice rang from the platform refuted.
Jiang Hao’s facial expression turned somewhat ugly. The three great mysteriousscriptures were extremely strong. If they were that easily to contend against,why would the Desolate Hall end up in such a pitiful state for so many years?
“Senior brother Jiang Hao, I presume that the current level of respect shouldsuffice, right?” asked Lin Dong with a smile.
Jiang Hao took a deep breath and replied while flames of anger surged withinhis eyes: “ Such eloquence! However, you can’t thoroughly convince all thedisciple here just based on that!”
“I understand.”
Lin Dong faintly nodded his head and instantly and took a slight step forward.Stretching out his right hand towards Jiang Hao, a soft and relaxed voice rangacross the platform: “Senior brother Jiang Hao, please guide me!”
Lin Dong was clearly aware that it did not matter what he said. Jiang Haowould never be willing to let this go, thus the only way to resolve it was verysimple, fight!
“He has guts.”
On the other three areas of the platform, the three senior direct disciplesTong Pang, Fang Yun and Song Zhou all narrowed their eyes after seeing LinDong’s reply. They secretly smiled in their hearts as they thought, did hereally treat Jiang Hao as a “kid”?”
Although they had previously seen Lin Dong undergoing the Fifth Nirvana StageTribulation, there was still an extremely large disparity when compared toJiang Hao. Furthermore, the latter’s combat prowess was not something anordinary Seven Yuan Nirvana Stage expert could compare with…
Low murmuring voices could be heard spreading out from the platform. Therewere quite a few people that frowned. As disciples of the Desolate Hall, theywere extremely clear on how powerful Jiang Hao really was. Although it had tobe said that they had seen Lin Dong’s frightening combat prowess, Jiang Hao wasnot a “kid”. He was one of the four senior direct disciples of the DesolateHall!
“He is just like an adolescent bull which does not fear a tiger.”
The corners of Jiang Hao’s mouth cracked open slightly and revealed a slightcrescent that was either sneering or appreciation. Raising his head and lookingtowards Chen Zhen, he said: “Senior uncles, do you think I should accept thischallenge? Please feel relaxed, I would show ample discretion. I am clearlyaware of this junior brother’s talent and would not let any serious injuries tobefall him. However, since he is now in the Desolate Hall, he has to understandour rules. In the future, I believe he would understand the pained heart ofbeing a senior brother like me.”
After hearing that, both Chen Zhen and Wu Dao had a wrinkle on their forehead.A brief hint of hesitation flashed past their eyes. Lin Dong directlychallenging Jiang Hao had slightly exceeded their expectations as they hadpresumed that Lin Dong would exercise forbearance. No matter what, the formerwas one of the four senior direct disciples. Being the hall masters of theDesolate Hall, they were very clear about the various successes of Jiang Hao.
“Since Lin Dong has taken the initiative and challenged you, you naturallyhave the right to accept it. However it would not be held now, instead, itwould be held five days later. Coincidentally it is also the date of themonthly competition. At the appointed time, the both of you can fight to yourheart’s content.”
Chen Zhen contemplated silently for a moment, before finally flinging his handand uttering those words solemnly. He understood that passing this obstructioncreated by Jiang Hao was essential to their plans to grant an exception for LinDong to become a senior direct disciple.
“However, Lin Dong, you have just entered the Desolate Hall and have yet tolearn the Desolate Hall martial arts. After today, you can visit the DesolateHall Martial Arts Hall and observe and chose any martial arts in there.”
Lin Dong was faintly startled! It seems like Chen Zhen was not favouring hisodds in a fight between him and Jiang Hao. Therefore, he bought him five days’time to learn the martial arts in Desolate Hall.
“Haha, let’s proceed with whatever senior uncle Chen Zhen has said.”
Jiang Hao gave a casual laugh as he obviously understood Chen Zhen’s hiddenintentions. Shooting a look at Lin Dong, he flung his sleeves before he saidwith a smile: “Junior brother Lin Dong, you have to make the best out of thesefive days. I am certainly not biased against you. If you had entered theDesolate Hall for at least half a year to a year, I would not even mention halfa word. However, currently”
Speaking until this point, Jiang Hao shook his head and stopped speaking.However, the meaning behind his words was very clear. He did not believe thecurrent Lin Dong had the qualifications to become a senior direct disciple ofthe Desolate Hall
Lin Dong faintly smile without a tinge of fear. A gentle chuckle, that wasmeant to oppose him, slowly spread out.
“Thank you, senior brother, Jiang Hao, for the reminder. Then let’s meet againafter five days.”
Please report us if you find any errors so we can fix it asap!
On the spacious platform, the atmosphere became much quieter due to his suddenoutburst. Quite a few Desolate Hall disciples stared at each other in dismay.However, they closed their mouths shut and kept quiet. All of them understoodJiang Hao’s character. Since Lin Dong had seized Tong Chuan’s spot for the PillRiver Head Immersion, even if this matter did not occur, he would not easilylet a new disciple that had spent less than a month in the Desolate Hall becomea senior direct disciple…
At the three other directions, the other senior direct disciples Tong Pang,Fang Yun and Song Zhou did not voice out like Jiang Hao did. However, there wasa hint of doubt in their eyes. They had all expended great effort to achievetheir status as senior direct disciples during the past years. However, as ofnow, Lin Dong was still a newbie.
Although it had to be said that Lin Dong achieved a terrifying result, thisdoes not mean that he would immediately receive their approval.
Mo Ling and the others frowned and looked at Lin Dong with concernedexpressions. They had an extremely good relationship with him and they werenaturally happy to see Lin Dong’s status within the Desolate Hall rise. Howeverlooking at the current situation where Jiang Hao had voiced his opposition,they all felt quite hopeless. Regardless, Jiang Hao’s power prestige and fameexceeded Lin Dong’s…
However, under the gaze of Mo Ling and the others, Lin Dong remained calm andcollected without a trace of anger. His current disposition gained someadmiration from Mo Ling and the rest. Ever since their first meeting, thefellow right in front of them could always maintain a calm and collectedcomposure when facing any thorny situation, before settling everything in theend.
In mid-air, Chen Zhen and Wu Dao shot a look at Jiang Hao while frowning.However, there was no sense of surprise within their eyes as if they had longexpected this to happen.
“Jiang Hao, what do you have to say?” said Chen Zhen slowly.
“Senior uncle Chen Zhen, a senior direct disciple is the role model and prideof the disciples in the Desolate Hall. Not only would one need to haveoutstanding strength, one would need to gain everyone’s trust and respect.Although this junior brother is quite talented, wouldn’t it be a bit too quickto promote him to a senior direct disciple right now?” said Jiang Hao solemnlyas he bowed at Chen Zhen.
An ordinary disciple would need to address Chen Zhen and Wu Dao as hallmaster. However since Jiang Hao was a senior direct disciple, he could addressChen Zhen as senior uncle. From this, it could be seen that a senior directdisciple’s status is quite high.
Chen Zhen frowned and replied: “Jiang Hao, there are always exceptions. If wewere to follow the rules and rot without any change, the Desolate Hall wouldforever remain as the last amongst the four halls!”
“It’s true that there can be exceptions…” replied Jiang Hao. Narrowing hiseyes and looking towards Lin Dong, he casually added on: “However I do notbelieve this junior brother has obtained the qualification for an exception tobe made.”
The instant this statement was made, quite a few disciples below the platformpulled at their mouths, as it was slightly cruel.
A trace of anger swept past Mo Ling and the others after hearing what JiangHao said. Unknowingly, they had already regarded Lin Dong as their unofficialleader. At this moment, Lin Dong was being ridiculed. Therefore, they naturallyfelt displeased.
However, although they were feeling discontented within their hearts, they didnot dare to carelessly chip in with their comments. After all, this was the DaoSect and Jiang Hao’s status and strength within the Desolate hall were wayabove them…
Therefore, the gazes of Mo Ling and the others once again landed on Lin Dong,whose expressionless face now had a faint trace of a smile. Under the numerousgazes, he turned his body around and looked straight at Jiang Hao without asingle trace of fear in his eyes.
After noticing Lin Dong’s vision, Jiang Hao slightly curled his lip andcrossed his hands in front of his chest. An imposing aura rushed out of him andstarted to oppress the former. Possessing the cultivation level of Seven YuanNirvana Stage was sufficient for him to look down on Lin Dong.
“Senior brother Jiang Hao, would you clarify the boundaries of thequalifications you speak of?” questioned Lin Dong as he stared at Jiang Hao andgave a faint smile.
“The degree of respect and your strength,” said Jiang Hao casually.
“It has been only a short while since I entered the Desolate Hall, so it’splausible that most of the seniors here are not familiar with me. Thus, on thedegree of respect, I truly do not have an edge. However, I can certainly telleveryone here that our Desolate Hall would not be ranked last in the next hallcompetition!” Lin Dong’s gentle and relaxed words resounded across theplatform, causing quite a few disciple to gawk.
These words were relatively rampant, as the strength of the Desolate Hall wasgreatly lacking compared to the other three halls in Dao Sect. Trying to moveup the rankings was not a simple task.
“On what basis do you dare to utter such arrogant words?” said Jiang Haocoldly.
“Based on the fact that I endured under the pill river for eleven days.” saidLin Dong casually while giving a faint smile.
Jiang Hao stagnated for a brief moment before flinging his sleeves and repliedwith cold laughter: “That does not mean anything. The current you only has acultivation level of Five Yuan Nirvana Stage, where is your courage comingfrom?”
“ If junior brother Lin Dong really has the ability to help our Desolate Hallbreak free from the last rank, it would not be a big issue to make an exceptionfor your promotion.” said a slightly famous disciple standing on the platformsuddenly in a solemn voice.
“Yes, if you can achieve what you have just said, there’s no problem withgranting you an exception.”
After the statement was made by the disciple, a few other direct disciplesadded in their opinions. Although Jiang Hao was cunning with his words, all ofthem knew the potential of being able to endure under the bottom of the pillriver for eleven days represented. If Lin Dong was truly able to achieve whathe had said and elevate their Desolate Hall from the last rank, this would bean extremely prideful matter for all the Desolate Hall disciples.
After all, for so many years, their Desolate Hall has always been mocked bythe disciples of the three other halls. That feeling was truly unpleasant.
“Hmph.”
After witnessing the sudden change, Jiang Hao felt somewhat angry and shouted:“You all can’t be that naive right? It doesn’t matter how terrifying his talentis, how can a new disciple like him possibly compete with the top disciples whohave comprehended the three other great mysterious scriptures?”
“If he can’t achieve it, does that mean that senior brother Jiang Hao can?” avoice rang from the platform refuted.
Jiang Hao’s facial expression turned somewhat ugly. The three great mysteriousscriptures were extremely strong. If they were that easily to contend against,why would the Desolate Hall end up in such a pitiful state for so many years?
“Senior brother Jiang Hao, I presume that the current level of respect shouldsuffice, right?” asked Lin Dong with a smile.
Jiang Hao took a deep breath and replied while flames of anger surged withinhis eyes: “ Such eloquence! However, you can’t thoroughly convince all thedisciple here just based on that!”
“I understand.”
Lin Dong faintly nodded his head and instantly and took a slight step forward.Stretching out his right hand towards Jiang Hao, a soft and relaxed voice rangacross the platform: “Senior brother Jiang Hao, please guide me!”
Lin Dong was clearly aware that it did not matter what he said. Jiang Haowould never be willing to let this go, thus the only way to resolve it was verysimple, fight!
“He has guts.”
On the other three areas of the platform, the three senior direct disciplesTong Pang, Fang Yun and Song Zhou all narrowed their eyes after seeing LinDong’s reply. They secretly smiled in their hearts as they thought, did hereally treat Jiang Hao as a “kid”?”
Although they had previously seen Lin Dong undergoing the Fifth Nirvana StageTribulation, there was still an extremely large disparity when compared toJiang Hao. Furthermore, the latter’s combat prowess was not something anordinary Seven Yuan Nirvana Stage expert could compare with…
Low murmuring voices could be heard spreading out from the platform. Therewere quite a few people that frowned. As disciples of the Desolate Hall, theywere extremely clear on how powerful Jiang Hao really was. Although it had tobe said that they had seen Lin Dong’s frightening combat prowess, Jiang Hao wasnot a “kid”. He was one of the four senior direct disciples of the DesolateHall!
“He is just like an adolescent bull which does not fear a tiger.”
The corners of Jiang Hao’s mouth cracked open slightly and revealed a slightcrescent that was either sneering or appreciation. Raising his head and lookingtowards Chen Zhen, he said: “Senior uncles, do you think I should accept thischallenge? Please feel relaxed, I would show ample discretion. I am clearlyaware of this junior brother’s talent and would not let any serious injuries tobefall him. However, since he is now in the Desolate Hall, he has to understandour rules. In the future, I believe he would understand the pained heart ofbeing a senior brother like me.”
After hearing that, both Chen Zhen and Wu Dao had a wrinkle on their forehead.A brief hint of hesitation flashed past their eyes. Lin Dong directlychallenging Jiang Hao had slightly exceeded their expectations as they hadpresumed that Lin Dong would exercise forbearance. No matter what, the formerwas one of the four senior direct disciples. Being the hall masters of theDesolate Hall, they were very clear about the various successes of Jiang Hao.
“Since Lin Dong has taken the initiative and challenged you, you naturallyhave the right to accept it. However it would not be held now, instead, itwould be held five days later. Coincidentally it is also the date of themonthly competition. At the appointed time, the both of you can fight to yourheart’s content.”
Chen Zhen contemplated silently for a moment, before finally flinging his handand uttering those words solemnly. He understood that passing this obstructioncreated by Jiang Hao was essential to their plans to grant an exception for LinDong to become a senior direct disciple.
“However, Lin Dong, you have just entered the Desolate Hall and have yet tolearn the Desolate Hall martial arts. After today, you can visit the DesolateHall Martial Arts Hall and observe and chose any martial arts in there.”
Lin Dong was faintly startled! It seems like Chen Zhen was not favouring hisodds in a fight between him and Jiang Hao. Therefore, he bought him five days’time to learn the martial arts in Desolate Hall.
“Haha, let’s proceed with whatever senior uncle Chen Zhen has said.”
Jiang Hao gave a casual laugh as he obviously understood Chen Zhen’s hiddenintentions. Shooting a look at Lin Dong, he flung his sleeves before he saidwith a smile: “Junior brother Lin Dong, you have to make the best out of thesefive days. I am certainly not biased against you. If you had entered theDesolate Hall for at least half a year to a year, I would not even mention halfa word. However, currently”
Speaking until this point, Jiang Hao shook his head and stopped speaking.However, the meaning behind his words was very clear. He did not believe thecurrent Lin Dong had the qualifications to become a senior direct disciple ofthe Desolate Hall
Lin Dong faintly smile without a tinge of fear. A gentle chuckle, that wasmeant to oppose him, slowly spread out.
“Thank you, senior brother, Jiang Hao, for the reminder. Then let’s meet againafter five days.”
On the spacious platform, the atmosphere became much quieter due to his suddenoutburst. Quite a few Desolate Hall disciples stared at each other in dismay.However, they closed their mouths shut and kept quiet. All of them understoodJiang Hao's character. Since Lin Dong had seized Tong Chuan's spot for the PillRiver Head Immersion, even if this matter did not occur, he would not easilylet a new disciple that had spent less than a month in the Desolate Hall becomea senior direct disciple At the three other directions, the other senior direct disciples Tong Pang,Fang Yun and Song Zhou did not voice out like Jiang Hao did. However, there wasa hint of doubt in their eyes. They had all expended great effort to achievetheir status as senior direct disciples during the past years. However, as ofnow, Lin Dong was still a newbie. Although it had to be said that Lin Dong achieved a terrifying result, thisdoes not mean that he would immediately receive their approval. Mo Ling and the others frowned and looked at Lin Dong with concernedexpressions. They had an extremely good relationship with him and they werenaturally happy to see Lin Dong's status within the Desolate Hall rise. Howeverlooking at the current situation where Jiang Hao had voiced his opposition,they all felt quite hopeless. Regardless, Jiang Hao's power prestige and fameexceeded Lin Dong's However, under the gaze of Mo Ling and the others, Lin Dong remained calm andcollected without a trace of anger. His current disposition gained someadmiration from Mo Ling and the rest. Ever since their first meeting, thefellow right in front of them could always maintain a calm and collectedcomposure when facing any thorny situation, before settling everything in theend. In mid-air, Chen Zhen and Wu Dao shot a look at Jiang Hao while frowning.However, there was no sense of surprise within their eyes as if they had longexpected this to happen. Jiang Hao, what do you have to say? said Chen Zhen slowly.Senior uncle Chen Zhen, a senior direct disciple is the role model and prideof the disciples in the Desolate Hall. Not only would one need to haveoutstanding strength, one would need to gain everyone's trust and respect.Although this junior brother is quite talented, wouldn't it be a bit too quickto promote him to a senior direct disciple right now? said Jiang Hao solemnlyas he bowed at Chen Zhen. An ordinary disciple would need to address Chen Zhen and Wu Dao as hallmaster. However since Jiang Hao was a senior direct disciple, he could addressChen Zhen as senior uncle. From this, it could be seen that a senior directdisciple's status is quite high. Chen Zhen frowned and replied: Jiang Hao, there are always exceptions. If wewere to follow the rules and rot without any change, the Desolate Hall wouldforever remain as the last amongst the four halls! It's true that there can be exceptions replied Jiang Hao. Narrowing hiseyes and looking towards Lin Dong, he casually added on: However I do notbelieve this junior brother has obtained the qualification for an exception tobe made. The instant this statement was made, quite a few disciples below the platformpulled at their mouths, as it was slightly cruel. A trace of anger swept past Mo Ling and the others after hearing what JiangHao said. Unknowingly, they had already regarded Lin Dong as their unofficialleader. At this moment, Lin Dong was being ridiculed. Therefore, they naturallyfelt displeased. However, although they were feeling discontented within their hearts, they didnot dare to carelessly chip in with their comments. After all, this was the DaoSect and Jiang Hao's status and strength within the Desolate hall were wayabove them Therefore, the gazes of Mo Ling and the others once again landed on Lin Dong,whose expressionless face now had a faint trace of a smile. Under the numerousgazes, he turned his body around and looked straight at Jiang Hao without asingle trace of fear in his eyes. After noticing Lin Dong's vision, Jiang Hao slightly curled his lip andcrossed his hands in front of his chest. An imposing aura rushed out of him andstarted to oppress the former. Possessing the cultivation level of Seven YuanNirvana Stage was sufficient for him to look down on Lin Dong. Senior brother Jiang Hao, would you clarify the boundaries of thequalifications you speak of? questioned Lin Dong as he stared at Jiang Hao andgave a faint smile. The degree of respect and your strength, said Jiang Hao casually. It has been only a short while since I entered the Desolate Hall, so it'splausible that most of the seniors here are not familiar with me. Thus, on thedegree of respect, I truly do not have an edge. However, I can certainly telleveryone here that our Desolate Hall would not be ranked last in the next hallcompetition! Lin Dong's gentle and relaxed words resounded across theplatform, causing quite a few disciple to gawk. These words were relatively rampant, as the strength of the Desolate Hall wasgreatly lacking compared to the other three halls in Dao Sect. Trying to moveup the rankings was not a simple task. On what basis do you dare to utter such arrogant words? said Jiang Haocoldly. Based on the fact that I endured under the pill river for eleven days. saidLin Dong casually while giving a faint smile. Jiang Hao stagnated for a brief moment before flinging his sleeves and repliedwith cold laughter: That does not mean anything. The current you only has acultivation level of Five Yuan Nirvana Stage, where is your courage comingfrom? If junior brother Lin Dong really has the ability to help our Desolate Hallbreak free from the last rank, it would not be a big issue to make an exceptionfor your promotion. said a slightly famous disciple standing on the platformsuddenly in a solemn voice. Yes, if you can achieve what you have just said, there's no problem withgranting you an exception. After the statement was made by the disciple, a few other direct disciplesadded in their opinions. Although Jiang Hao was cunning with his words, all ofthem knew the potential of being able to endure under the bottom of the pillriver for eleven days represented. If Lin Dong was truly able to achieve whathe had said and elevate their Desolate Hall from the last rank, this would bean extremely prideful matter for all the Desolate Hall disciples. After all, for so many years, their Desolate Hall has always been mocked bythe disciples of the three other halls. That feeling was truly unpleasant. Hmph. After witnessing the sudden change, Jiang Hao felt somewhat angry and shouted:You all can't be that naive right? It doesn't matter how terrifying his talentis, how can a new disciple like him possibly compete with the top disciples whohave comprehended the three other great mysterious scriptures? If he can't achieve it, does that mean that senior brother Jiang Hao can? avoice rang from the platform refuted. Jiang Hao's facial expression turned somewhat ugly. The three great mysteriousscriptures were extremely strong. If they were that easily to contend against,why would the Desolate Hall end up in such a pitiful state for so many years? Senior brother Jiang Hao, I presume that the current level of respect shouldsuffice, right? asked Lin Dong with a smile. Jiang Hao took a deep breath and replied while flames of anger surged withinhis eyes: Such eloquence! However, you can't thoroughly convince all thedisciple here just based on that! I understand. Lin Dong faintly nodded his head and instantly and took a slight step forward.Stretching out his right hand towards Jiang Hao, a soft and relaxed voice rangacross the platform: Senior brother Jiang Hao, please guide me! Lin Dong was clearly aware that it did not matter what he said. Jiang Haowould never be willing to let this go, thus the only way to resolve it was verysimple, fight! He has guts. On the other three areas of the platform, the three senior direct disciplesTong Pang, Fang Yun and Song Zhou all narrowed their eyes after seeing LinDong's reply. They secretly smiled in their hearts as they thought, did hereally treat Jiang Hao as a kid? Although they had previously seen Lin Dong undergoing the Fifth Nirvana StageTribulation, there was still an extremely large disparity when compared toJiang Hao. Furthermore, the latter's combat prowess was not something anordinary Seven Yuan Nirvana Stage expert could compare with Low murmuring voices could be heard spreading out from the platform. Therewere quite a few people that frowned. As disciples of the Desolate Hall, theywere extremely clear on how powerful Jiang Hao really was. Although it had tobe said that they had seen Lin Dong's frightening combat prowess, Jiang Hao wasnot a kid. He was one of the four senior direct disciples of the DesolateHall! He is just like an adolescent bull which does not fear a tiger. The corners of Jiang Hao's mouth cracked open slightly and revealed a slightcrescent that was either sneering or appreciation. Raising his head and lookingtowards Chen Zhen, he said: Senior uncles, do you think I should accept thischallenge? Please feel relaxed, I would show ample discretion. I am clearlyaware of this junior brother's talent and would not let any serious injuries tobefall him. However, since he is now in the Desolate Hall, he has to understandour rules. In the future, I believe he would understand the pained heart ofbeing a senior brother like me. After hearing that, both Chen Zhen and Wu Dao had a wrinkle on their forehead.A brief hint of hesitation flashed past their eyes. Lin Dong directlychallenging Jiang Hao had slightly exceeded their expectations as they hadpresumed that Lin Dong would exercise forbearance. No matter what, the formerwas one of the four senior direct disciples. Being the hall masters of theDesolate Hall, they were very clear about the various successes of Jiang Hao. Since Lin Dong has taken the initiative and challenged you, you naturallyhave the right to accept it. However it would not be held now, instead, itwould be held five days later. Coincidentally it is also the date of themonthly competition. At the appointed time, the both of you can fight to yourheart's content. Chen Zhen contemplated silently for a moment, before finally flinging his handand uttering those words solemnly. He understood that passing this obstructioncreated by Jiang Hao was essential to their plans to grant an exception for LinDong to become a senior direct disciple. However, Lin Dong, you have just entered the Desolate Hall and have yet tolearn the Desolate Hall martial arts. After today, you can visit the DesolateHall Martial Arts Hall and observe and chose any martial arts in there. Lin Dong was faintly startled! It seems like Chen Zhen was not favouring hisodds in a fight between him and Jiang Hao. Therefore, he bought him five days'time to learn the martial arts in Desolate Hall. Haha, let's proceed with whatever senior uncle Chen Zhen has said. Jiang Hao gave a casual laugh as he obviously understood Chen Zhen's hiddenintentions. Shooting a look at Lin Dong, he flung his sleeves before he saidwith a smile: Junior brother Lin Dong, you have to make the best out of thesefive days. I am certainly not biased against you. If you had entered theDesolate Hall for at least half a year to a year, I would not even mention halfa word. However, currently Speaking until this point, Jiang Hao shook his head and stopped speaking.However, the meaning behind his words was very clear. He did not believe thecurrent Lin Dong had the qualifications to become a senior direct disciple ofthe Desolate Hall Lin Dong faintly smile without a tinge of fear. A gentle chuckle, that wasmeant to oppose him, slowly spread out. Thank you, senior brother, Jiang Hao, for the reminder. Then let's meet againafter five days.
