C98 Lin Xuan Did Not Know Whether to Laugh or Cry

It was clear that the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts were truly exceptional.

Moreover, during that time, Lin Xuan had experimented with integrating the body-forging martial arts he had previously replicated with the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts.

Yet, despite the attempted fusion, there was no discernible change to the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts. At least, Lin Xuan couldn't perceive any.

This meant that the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts were significantly more advanced than the Rank 6 High-grade Body Building Martial Arts he had copied before. They were simply not on the same level.

Lin Xuan felt a tremor of excitement.

He became even more convinced of the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts' exceptional nature. They were at least Rank 8, possibly even higher.

After some time had passed,

Lin Xuan exhaled deeply and resumed examining his attribute panel.

"These Concepts are quite impressive, but it's a pity I can't yet unleash their full potential," he murmured, continuing his perusal.

His eyes brightened when he reached the energy points section.

"Do I really have 860,000 energy points?"

Lin Xuan was pleasantly surprised.

He hadn't anticipated amassing such a substantial amount in just five days of seclusion.

It appeared that word of his exploits in the Fighting Arena had spread far and wide, creating an even larger stir.

"With this many energy points, I can replicate another batch of treasures," Lin Xuan said with a smile.

However, there was no longer a need to visit the Martial Arts Pavilion.

This time, he decided to explore the other halls.

He aimed to replicate some specialized talents, such as alchemy, crafting, and Formation Talents, among others.

These were all highly profitable martial arts professions.

With his cultivation talent growing and the Golden Scale Barbaric Elephant Arts in his repertoire, his resources for cultivation were almost always stretched thin.

He needed to find a way to generate resources.

After contemplating for a moment, Lin Xuan closed the attribute panel. He stood up and exited the cultivation chamber.

He proceeded to the bathhouse, freshened up, and donned a clean set of Inner Sect disciple attire.

Then, he left his quarters.

Heading directly for the Pill Refining Hall, he considered that, among the various halls, pill refining was a relatively straightforward and profitable venture.

He was short on time.

Decisive by nature, he acted without much wavering.

Yet on this journey, he still needed to traverse the Fighting Arena.

Quickly, he reached the outskirts of the Fighting Arena.

Lin Xuan paused once more, his gaze flickering as he took in the sight before him.

Now, the Fighting Arena bore no resemblance to its state just five days earlier.

Back then, it was mostly populated by ordinary Inner Sect disciples, primarily in the early to middle stages of the Qi Transformation Stage, with few in the late stage.

But the scene had transformed dramatically. The crowd had swelled, and the caliber of the disciples had markedly risen.

The majority were now in the late Qi Transformation Stage, with a significant number at the peak.

Even the rare Condensation Spin Stage elites of the Inner Sect were present in greater numbers.

All six platforms were occupied by these Condensation Spin Stage elites.

The deacons in charge of record-keeping around the platforms had been replaced as well; they had all reached the peak of the Condensation Spin Stage.

The arena had changed so much, it was as if it were a completely different place from five days prior.

Had Lin Xuan not visited before, he might have thought he'd gone astray.

"Quite intriguing," Lin Xuan murmured with a slight smile and proceeded into the Fighting Arena.

He effortlessly made his way to the very front.

"Wasn't the Fighting Arena different before?" he inquired, tapping the shoulder of a Qi Transformation Stage Middle stage Inner Sect disciple next to him.

Chen Yu had been engrossed in the match unfolding on the platform—an elite Inner Sect showdown, thrilling and fierce, far beyond the scope of ordinary Inner Sect disciples like himself.

Such a spectacle was a rarity, not to be missed.

His focus was shattered by the interruption, and annoyance flared across his face.

But as he turned and caught the stranger's aura, a chill ran through him.

His irritation vanished, replaced by a respectful demeanor.

Unable to discern the stranger's cultivation level, he realized it must surpass his own.

The stranger's presence was deep and enigmatic, unlike any ordinary Inner Sect disciple he knew.

He seemed on par with the Inner Sect elites.

Chances were, he was an Inner Sect elite unknown to Chen Yu.

He knew better than to provoke him; instead, he sought to ingratiate himself.

With a quick grin, he inquired:

"How should I address you?"

"My surname is Lin."

"Ah, so you're Senior Brother Lin."

Chen Yu began with flattery before continuing:

"Senior Brother Lin, the Fighting Arena you witnessed was quite different before he arrived. His arrival transformed it into what you see now."

"Who is this person?"

Lin Xuan queried.

"That person is Lin Xuan! He's the rising star of the Drifting Cloud Sect. Were it not for his cultivation level falling short of the successor brothers, his feats would have already earned him the title of the sect's top genius."

Admiration shone in Chen Yu's eyes as he spoke.

"Ah, him!"

A flicker of recognition, tinged with amusement, crossed Lin Xuan's face.

He hadn't anticipated his impact on the Fighting Arena would be so profound.

It explained how he managed to amass over 800,000 energy points in a mere five days.

The transformation of the arena was a clear indicator of the stir his previous exploits had caused.

"Go on," Lin Xuan urged, eager for more details.

Chen Yu nodded, his voice laced with intrigue:

"Five days ago, Senior Brother Lin Xuan, as a new disciple, entered the Inner Sect and repeatedly challenged others at the Fighting Arena.

Many formidable Inner Sect brothers at the Late Qi Transformation Stage, including Chen Annrann at the peak with his nascent Saber Intent, were bested.

Eventually, even Chen Xiao, an Inner Sect standout, stepped up. Despite wielding a more potent 5% Saber Intent, he was defeated by Senior Brother Lin Xuan's 10% sword intent.

These tales have since rippled through the sect.

Surely, you've heard the whispers?"

"Yes," Lin Xuan acknowledged with a subdued smile.

Being referred to as Senior Brother Lin Xuan by Chen Yu was flattering, particularly with such words spoken in his presence, giving him an ineffable sense of comfort.

"And then?"

"The rumors sent tremors through the sect.

With an Inner Sect elite like Chen Xiao falling to Senior Brother Lin Xuan, many of his peers, equally esteemed, found it hard to swallow their defeat."

They set out to track down Senior Brother Lin Xuan, aiming to best him and restore the honor of the Inner Sect's finest.

Yet, as paragons of the Inner Sect, they couldn't stoop to harassing the weak, and thus, they refrained from challenging their fellow elites.

Upon reaching the Fighting Arena, they swiftly overcame all challengers. Following their victories, they placed a substantial wager, hoping to lure Senior Brother Lin Xuan into the fray.

However, Senior Brother Lin Xuan had entered into closed-door cultivation.

Meanwhile, seeing the hefty bet, other Inner Sect elites couldn't resist stepping into the ring to take on the challengers.

Within a matter of days, the arena had transformed into the spectacle it is now.