I Am Unaware That I Am the Peerless Martial God Chapter 5

In the span of a single day, the Qingshan Patriarch successfully transitioned from the Martial Spirit Realm to the Martial King Realm after departing the Martial Spirit World. This advancement was equivalent to a carp leaping through the dragon gate, instantly elevating him to one of the most powerful figures in the entire Southern Sand Cultivation World.

"Hahaha... Xuanwu, you were the one who pressured me into this duel. I truly wonder what kind of look you would have on your face if you realized I have already ascended to the Martial King realm!"

The previous gloom had vanished from the Qingshan Patriarch’s features, replaced by a radiant and glowing complexion.

"I offer my congratulations to Master for reaching the Martial King realm."

Luo Lanxue knelt upon the earth with deep reverence.

Moving with a blurred speed, the Qingshan Patriarch reached out to pull Luo Lanxue up, a smile touching his lips as he said, "Snow, rise quickly. I was wrong to reprimand you before. You, Luo Lanxue, have provided a massive service to the Qingshan Sect, and your name shall be etched into our sect's history."

"Master is too kind. I only did what was required of me," Luo Lanxue replied.

"Indeed. I was so focused on my breakthrough earlier that I forgot to ask—tell me about that mortal... no, that senior. What is his true identity?" The Qingshan Patriarch asked with urgency, his hands gently stroking the martial arts manual.

"He appears quite young and handsome, possessing a temperament that is truly extraordinary..." As the image of the man grew clearer in her mind, Luo Lanxue continued, "I didn't notice it much at the time, but reflecting on it now, every action and gesture he made carried the aura of a legendary grandmaster..."

The Qingshan Patriarch narrowed his eyes, deeply considering her description. "Continue."

"He manages a modest martial arts school and has many martial arts manuals for sale..." Luo Lanxue added.

"He has many such manuals?"

The Qingshan Patriarch let out a sharp breath, his jaw dropping in surprise.

Luo Lanxue gave a solemn nod of confirmation.

"Snow, regardless of how youthful he seems, I suspect he is a profound old monster based on what you've said," the Qingshan Patriarch stated seriously. "My initial deduction is that his Cultivation has reached the Martial Emperor realm!"

"Martial Emperor..."

Luo Lanxue was visibly shaken by this revelation.

Even though she had entertained the thought herself, hearing the Qingshan Patriarch confirm it sent a shock through her soul.

Long ago, even the founding father of the Qingshan Sect had only achieved the rank of a Martial Emperor!

"Still, this is merely my first guess. We must visit this senior in person to be certain," the Qingshan Patriarch mused. "Therefore, Snow, you will accompany me down the mountain to pay our respects to him."

Upon hearing those words, Luo Lanxue’s slender frame trembled as she stammered, "Master, I... I..."

"What is the matter?" The Qingshan Patriarch’s brow furrowed.

"I am terrified that I have already caused offense to the senior!"

The dread in Luo Lanxue’s eyes finally overflowed. Her face was masked in regret and profound remorse.

Over the past few days, her heart had been a knotted mess of anxiety.

She felt nearly suffocated. While the Patriarch's breakthrough had saved the sect from its immediate crisis, her heart felt like cold ashes whenever she remembered how disrespectful she had been at the stall.

Under the Patriarch's persistent questioning, Luo Lanxue reluctantly described the events as they had unfolded.

The Qingshan Patriarch’s expression shifted instantly at her story.

"Master, I have failed you."

Seeing his reaction, Luo Lanxue kowtowed deeply, her eyes brimming with tears. "At that moment, I truly believed he was just a common mortal; I had no inkling he was such a hidden, eminent figure!"

"Hmph!"

With a livid expression, the Qingshan Patriarch scolded her, "Even if he were merely a mortal, you should never have offered him only a single gold coin!"

"But, but that was the only gold coin I had on me then!" Luo Lanxue explained in a panic. "And I assumed one gold coin was more than enough for one book. Furthermore, I was so preoccupied with your duel against Patriarch Xuanwu that I made a grave error in judgment."

The Qingshan Patriarch fell into a pensive silence.

He had viewed this as a tremendous blessing for the Qingshan Sect, but this blunder meant that a single mistake could now lead to their total annihilation.

"It is a miracle you even returned alive!" the Patriarch sighed.

Luo Lanxue’s eyes were wet, her heart filled with bitterness.

She couldn't disagree. Looking back, she had walked right past the gates of death and nearly dragged the entire Qingshan Sect down with her.

"It was fortunate my junior sister was present," Luo Lanxue said with gratitude. "Even though I only paid one gold coin, the senior did not pursue it. He even remarked that the book was a gift for her. He likely spared me only because he found my junior sister to be charming!"

"So, regarding the meeting, perhaps it would be better if Master went alone," Luo Lanxue suggested dejectedly.

The Qingshan Patriarch thought for a moment before shaking his head firmly. "Not only must you go, it is mandatory."

Luo Lanxue’s lips parted in surprise.

"But Master, if my presence incites the senior's wrath, it will be even worse for the Qingshan Sect... I believe it is safer if I stay away!" she pleaded.

"Hmph, you understand nothing," the Patriarch rebuked. "With that senior's level of insight, do you honestly think he won't know you are my disciple and a member of the Qingshan Sect, even if you hide?"

Luo Lanxue’s body shuddered at that thought.

"The fact that he didn't strike you down then proves he doesn't care about such trivialities," the Qingshan Patriarch said, stroking his beard. "Given his status, if you offer a sincere apology alongside me, he won't lower himself to bicker with a junior like you."

"On the other hand, if we try to be clever or act like clowns behind his back, that might actually provoke his anger."

"Master’s wisdom is correct. I will accept whatever punishment the senior deems fit," Luo Lanxue said, nodding as she gritted her teeth.

Shortly after, the Qingshan Patriarch took hold of Luo Lanxue, and they transformed into two streaks of light, flying toward Pingjiang City.

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