Starting from the border troops, I've worked my way up to become a Martial Emperor.

Chapter 198 Junior Brother

The entire academy was enormous, many times larger than the city of the Changqing Sect; it was like a giant city.

Then, the sect leader of Changqing Sect led Lu Yuan inside.

But at that moment, the gatekeeper stopped them.

He said calmly, "This is a sacred place; unauthorized personnel are not allowed to enter."

At this moment, Sect Master Changqing stepped forward a few steps, a smile on his face, and said, "Hello, we are looking for Liu Song, the Dean of the Divine Fist Academy. Please inform him that I am his senior brother, Li Changqing."

After hearing what he said, the disciple at the door looked him over carefully and then said, "Wait here, I'll go report first."

After saying this, he entered the academy.

A moment later, the gatekeeper came over, and when he looked at Li Changqing, his expression turned much colder: "Dean Liu Song said that he has no senior brothers."

I'll let bygones be bygones for your impersonation of the dean's relatives and friends today, but you must leave immediately.

Upon hearing this, Li Changqing's face instantly turned ashen. He hadn't expected that his long journey would end like this.

At this moment, Lu Yuan also frowned.

He couldn't help but sigh. It seemed that this desolate world was not lacking in upright people like Li Changqing, but it would never lack those who were opportunistic and ungrateful.

Clearly, Liu Song did not want to get involved with the Changqing Sect.

Li Changqing glanced at Lu Yuan and said with a wry smile, "It seems my junior brother has forgotten about me. Let's find a place to stay first."

I'm thinking of other ways.

Despite being met with a cold reception, Li Changqing really didn't want to give up this opportunity.

Lu Yuan's talent will definitely allow him to make rapid progress if he finds a renowned teacher.

"Sect Master, I think we should forget about it and go back instead," Lu Yuan said softly.

I don't want to see the sect leader in a difficult position.

After traveling for some time, he could clearly feel the old man's concern.

She genuinely treated him like a son or nephew.

How could anyone bear to see such a person being bullied?

But Li Changqing's face darkened instantly: "What nonsense are you talking about? How can we give up? We've come all this way, we must do our best."

This concerns your future.

If Li Changqing had any hesitation before coming here...

Now that he has been in contact with Lu Yuan for so long, he truly likes this young man from the bottom of his heart.

I hope to see him grow up.

Lu Yuan didn't say anything, nodded, and then followed Li Changqing to a restaurant to stay in.

At this moment, inside the Yuzhou Academy, Liu Song, as the dean of the Divine Fist Academy, sat in the main hall, and those below dared not utter a sound.

A moment later, Liu Song opened his eyes and looked at the disciples below, asking, "Where is my senior brother living now?"

"Master, it's the Yunliu Restaurant, not far from the academy," the disciple said cautiously.

Liu Song nodded.

He couldn't help but recall that when he left the sect, his master had poured almost all of the sect's resources into him.

My senior brother could have broken through to the next level, but in order to enter the Heavenly Dynasty and become a disciple, he gave him the rare and precious materials needed for his breakthrough.

However, after arriving in the Celestial Empire, he took a new master, but the master disliked his ties with his former sect, so he had no choice but to sever all relations with him.

Even today, his current position is the result of his mentor's efforts.

I thought that after so many years, my relationship with the Changqing Sect was completely over.

But to my surprise, Li Changqing actually came over in person.

This inexplicably ignited a surge of anger within Liu Song, who looked down at his disciples and said, "Do not let this matter get out."

"Yes, Master." The disciple replied and left the main hall at Liu Song's signal.

The next moment, the latter's figure flashed and disappeared from the spot.

When they reappeared, they were already outside a courtyard of the Yunliu Restaurant.

At this moment, Lu Yuan was chatting and drinking tea with Li Changqing.

The latter looked at Lu Yuan and said, "A Yuan, nothing is ever smooth sailing. Liu Song's refusal this time was expected."

We only asked a few questions, and haven't even tried yet. Wouldn't it be a shame to go back like this later?

As Li Changqing spoke, he poured a cup of tea and pushed it next to Lu Yuan.

Seeing the old man's exhausted face, he did not refuse.

But this friendship will remain in my heart.

"Sizzle!"

Just then, the courtyard gate was pushed open, and Liu Song slowly walked in.

"Li Changqing, don't tell your nonsense to others. No matter what you want from me, I will not agree to your request. Go back now."

"I made my stance very clear from the beginning, so why did you still come?"

Hearing the commotion outside, Li Changqing suddenly stood up and strode out. He ignored Liu Song's words and said with tears in his eyes, "Junior brother, it's been so many years, how have you been?"

"Not bad," Liu Song said casually.

Then, he glanced at Lu Yuan, but only briefly before looking away.

Li Changqing said softly, "Alright, as long as you're doing well. The reason I came to find you this time is actually for A Yuan. He has great talent and has already transcended the mortal realm in his twenties."

"If Changqing teaches him, it might delay Ayuan's progress. Considering our past relationship, how about taking him as your disciple?"

Liu Song frowned, a complex look appearing in his eyes as he looked at Li Changqing.

He had to admit that his senior brother and his son were exceptionally upright in their values.

Back then, his master, not wanting to jeopardize his own future, mobilized the entire sect to find him a new master.

Now, having encountered this Lu Yuan, they actually have to give him away.

I really don't know what they're after.

At this moment, even though his thoughts were wicked, his voice couldn't help but soften considerably as he calmly said, "Taking on disciples is impossible; I already have seven disciples."

Especially my newest disciple, who is from my master's family, is someone I have been carefully training.

There's no time to be distracted.

It's true that a mortal in his twenties is quite remarkable, but there are many geniuses in the Yuzhou Academy. Li Changsheng, don't you know that the world is never short of geniuses?

The lack of people is due to the absence of those who can cultivate geniuses.

"Junior brother, Lu Yuan is truly different. Haven't you always hoped that you could train a divine general for the Celestial Empire? Lu Yuan definitely has that potential."

"It's just taking him as a disciple; it won't interfere with anything you do. The Evergreen Sect really can't provide him with a platform for development."

Li Changqing almost pleaded.

But Liu Song still wouldn't budge: "My current disciple is a third-rank celestial official of the current dynasty, who commands the starry sky above the Divine Universe Celestial Dynasty."

His grandson had already transcended the mortal realm at the age of sixteen. Now, the teacher thinks highly of him and has sent him to my school as a disciple. Do you think he is comparable to the person you brought?

Putting aside my talent as a disciple.

His family background alone is enough to make me look at him in a different light.

What can this kid you brought me bring me?

Divine General? What an ethereal title! Do you know how many first-rank Divine Generals there are in the entire Celestial Empire?

There are only eight people, each of whom is at the pinnacle of their field. Even my master's grandson wouldn't dare say he could reach that level.

What gives him the right?

Liu Song's words were quite blunt.

Li Changqing angrily said, "In the end, it's just that A Yuan's status is not as good as your disciple's. Let me tell you, Liu Song, even without you, I will do everything I can to help him grow."

You'll regret it later.

Liu Song said indifferently, "Regret? Heh, what are you joking about? We can't agree on anything. I'm leaving first, and you should all leave as soon as possible. Otherwise, if my master finds out that I still have ties with you, he might be unhappy."

Li Changqing, the most valuable quality in a person is self-awareness.

After saying that, Liu Song disappeared from the spot.

In fact, he was quite moved as well.

In his memory, his senior brother was a kind-hearted person and a true elder.

In the past, even when he left the sect, he was never angry.

He was somewhat surprised that he would go to such lengths for this young man named Lu Yuan.

However, I didn't pay much attention to it.

I just hope they leave as soon as possible.

Don't let it affect you.

After he left, Li Changqing seemed to have aged decades, his body hunched over.

Looking at Lu Yuan, he said, "A Yuan, don't be discouraged. If Liu Song doesn't agree, we'll think of other ways. We'll find you a good place eventually."

But as soon as he finished speaking, Lu Yuan shook his head: "Sect Master, this disciple will not go anywhere else, I will develop within the sect."

His words were very firm.

Lu Yuan really didn't want this old man to suffer humiliation for his sake.

After all, the two weren't really related, but Li Changqing had been treating him like a nephew or relative these past few days, which made him feel really guilty.

"Don't overthink it. This is the sect's decision. If all else fails, we'll find an academy and use all the sect's resources to send you there to study. Although you won't have a personal master to take care of you, as long as you have talent, you'll still have a chance to succeed," the Changqing Sect Master said slowly.

But Lu Yuan still shook his head: "Sect Master, this disciple does not wish to be outside, but only wishes to cultivate within the sect. Please grant me permission."

Because of him alone, the entire sect gave up everything.

Moreover, the two sides are not related at all, so he really can't do it.

Li Changqing has a broad vision and is willing to do great good deeds, but he cannot be selfish and take advantage of the situation. Otherwise, what difference would he make from Liu Song?

"you......"

"Sect Master, I have made up my mind. Please do not try to persuade me further." Lu Yuan remained resolute.

For him, his master's teachings were dispensable; he simply hoped to have a better platform to access resources for cultivation.

Now that things have come to this, it's better to go back to the sect. After all, we can exchange resources within the Changqing Sect in the early stages.

Later on, with his strength, it shouldn't be difficult for him to obtain supplies.

"Alright, then you should go back and rest early. We'll head back early tomorrow morning. The restaurants in Yuzhou are really expensive; a night's stay costs quite a few spirit crystals," Li Changqing said with some concern.

This left Lu Yuan somewhat speechless, both amused and exasperated.

Then, he nodded and went back to his room.

Then, I began today's practice.

Although he was on the road these days, Lu Yuan did not neglect to improve his strength.

Then, I began today's practice.

Although he was on the road these days, Lu Yuan did not neglect to improve his strength.

Although he couldn't cultivate the techniques, he studied the array formations imprinted in his mind every day.

Today, this formation should be close to breaking through to the Xuan level.