"He fell and rose again twice, but he never let this plaque be disgraced. As his disciple... I just said I would shoulder my Master's burdens. If I stay silent now, wouldn't that be a slap in my own face?"
"I will take my seat at the Celestial Blade Daoist School, become the Martial Arts Leader, and carry this burden for my Master."
"If any of you wish to take my place..."
"I will accept any and all written challenges from those beneath the Power Barrier."
"Life or death—no questions asked!"
Ji Xiu smiled, calm and composed. He showed not the slightest hint of fear, his words ringing out clearly.
But the sheer weight behind them...
...caused the expressions of the few Grandmasters who had just spoken to change, and they all turned their heads at once.
Among them,
Chang Panshi's eyes were cold and grim:
"Kid, are you sure?"
"I'm sure."
