C277 I Refuse to Admit Defeat!(2)

Everyone dreams of being at the top, even aspiring to be a king or emperor. Yet, not everyone dares to voice such ambitions. Even masters at the Reality Condensing Stage, just a step away from the king level, rarely make such bold claims because that step is a vast chasm.

But Woo Zhengyang did. He declared it when he first became a Martial Disciple. Was it ignorance that made him fearless? Perhaps back then, but now, if he still dares to mention it, it's for a different reason altogether.

Arrogant or confident, people had only heard rumors before, but now they witnessed it firsthand. Regardless of the reactions around him—whether disdain or admiration—Woo Zhengyang remained indifferent. He turned to Nie Fengyu and asked, "Sect Master, can you determine if this Profound Iron Number One Token is genuine?"

Nie Fengyu put aside his smile and replied seriously, "The Profound Heaven Sect's teachings mention that the Profound Iron Number One Token is crafted from refined profound iron, incredibly heavy. Though it lacks engraved formations, it ranks as a top-grade treasure, comparable to today's supreme treasures. Based on its material and description, I can confirm it's real!"

As soon as Nie Fengyu finished, Helian Hanhai, the elder beside him, voiced his discontent. "Sect Master, isn't that a bit hasty? In my opinion, we should wait until the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association concludes and have the Grand Elder verify it back home."

"How could such a trivial matter disturb the Grand Elder? If it disrupts the Grand Elder's seclusion and prevents entry into the Essence Shaking Stage, what a significant issue that would be! Although with Woo Zhengyang around, the Profound Heaven Sect will surely revert to its former name, Profound Heaven School. Having the Grand Elder lead us in renaming it to Profound Heaven Gate is also a good idea!" Nie Fengyu spoke with such seriousness that everyone was taken aback.

Especially those cultivators who had never met Nie Fengyu before were utterly shocked. This guy is the current leader of the Profound Heaven Sect? He seems a bit out of touch.

Woo Zhengyang had just mentioned changing the name of the Profound Heaven Sect to Profound Heaven School. Many had heard of Woo Zhengyang's notorious reputation but didn't take it seriously. Plenty of people have made similar claims, but time and again, they've proven to be nothing more than a joke.

No matter how earnestly Woo Zhengyang spoke or how much he believed it himself, it only made the joke more entertaining. Yet, Nie Fengyu actually believed this joke that even an eight-year-old wouldn't fall for?

And here he is in Heavenly Martial City, claiming he's going to change the Profound Heaven Sect to Profound Heaven Gate. This madness rivals Woo Zhengyang's!

"Master, please don't joke around!" Helian Hanhai couldn't hold back any longer.

"Why does the Elder think I'm joking? Could it be that the Elder hopes the Profound Heaven Sect remains a small, declining sect? If that's the case, Elder, you might as well retire!" Nie Fengyu maintained a righteous demeanor, but now it carried a hint of reproach.

In front of everyone, Helian Hanhai's face turned a mix of colors after being reprimanded by Nie Fengyu, who suggested he should retire. Despite his connections within the Profound Heaven Sect, Helian was still just the Grand Elder. He couldn't retaliate against Nie Fengyu's public scolding, so he simply stared at him in silence.

"With such a sharp look, it seems the Grand Elder still has some ambition left, huh? In that case, let's head into the inner city and let our Profound Heaven Sect shine in the ultimate showdown of the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association!" Nie Fengyu chuckled, unfazed by Helian's glare.

Feeling his status suppressed, Helian Hanhai had no desire to argue further. Hearing Nie Fengyu's words, he stepped forward to enter the inner city. Just then, Nie Fengyu raised his voice, "Since the Grand Elder has given his tacit approval, I'll announce that our Profound Heaven Sect's top inner disciple has emerged. Therefore, our representative for the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association will be Woo Zhengyang. We hope for everyone's support!"

Helian Hanhai, having taken only a couple of steps, stopped abruptly upon hearing Nie Fengyu's announcement. He trembled with rage, feeling an overwhelming urge to cough up blood from the frustration.

He didn't even mind bringing Woo Zhengyang into the inner city, yet this guy kept pushing his luck, even suggesting Woo Zhengyang replace Helian Bozhong's position?

"Master! We don't even know if that Profound Iron Number One Token is real, and you're letting him take my place? I can't accept this!" Helian Bozhong was furious upon hearing he was disqualified.

"If I say it's real, then it's real! You can't accept it? Well, that's too bad! I'm the Sect Master, and you're just a disciple."

"You..."

Helian Bozhong was so upset he almost choked.

"Master, even if that token is genuine, what does it matter? The trial is an external assessment. Even if he holds the Number One Token, it only means he's the top external disciple, right?" Yue Jiuxiao suddenly chimed in.