NOVEL ONLINE FREE Chapter 2: Chapter 2 The Clans Training Ground
Recap:
Long Tianyu found himself reborn a decade before the betrayal that led to his demise.
With the Supreme Sign-In System at his fingertips, he unlocked the Dragon Breath Foundation Technique. After putting his arrogant cousin Long Ming in his place, he vowed to take revenge on the entire clan.
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The Long Clan's training ground was an expansive open-air courtyard, framed by sleek black marble pillars and towering walls adorned with the clan's ancient crest—a spiraling dragon entwined around a blade. Here, dozens of outer disciples honed their cultivation techniques, sparred with one another, or meditated in designated Qi zones.
For Long Tianyu, this place had once symbolized his path to growth.
Now, it transformed into a battleground for his ascent.
As he stepped inside, whispers trailed behind him like shadows.
"That's him, the fallen heir."
"I heard he slapped Long Ming into the dirt yesterday. Apparently, he awakened some new technique."
"But he's been a nobody for years. What's changed?"
Long Tianyu chose to ignore their chatter.
> [Bonus Sign-In Location Detected: Long Clan Training Ground]
> Reward Available: Steel-Forged Meridians Pill - Strengthens dantian and internal qi flow
He paused at the center platform, standing in silence.
"Sign in," he murmured.
> [Sign-In Successful!]
> You've received: Steel-Forged Meridians Pill (Rare-Grade)
> Effect: Internal Qi Flow +120%, Body Tempering Boost +1 Level
He pulled the crimson-gold pill from his inventory screen. It shimmered softly, radiating waves of energy. Without hesitation, he swallowed it. A surge of heat erupted within him, coursing through his limbs, bones, and heart. A muffled *boom* resonated in his ears as he approached a breakthrough.
Then came another voice.
"Well, if it isn't cousin Tianyu," a cold, mocking tone cut through the air.
Long Bao, his elder cousin by a year and one of the top-ranking outer disciples, strode in with his sleeves billowing. Flanking him were two sycophants—disciples who thrived on the misfortunes of others.
"You slapped Long Ming yesterday. Think that makes you special?" Long Bao sneered.
Tianyu's gaze was sharp as he spoke, and when Long Bao said something foolish, Tianyu quickly set him straight. Long Bao unleashed a mid-tier Qi skill known as Thunder Palm, his palm crackling with green lightning. He charged forward, but Tianyu moved like a shadow, effortlessly dodging the attack.
> Activate: Dragon Breath Foundation Technique Stage 2
Flames erupted from his dantian, fueling his legs with explosive power. He ducked, sidestepped, and countered with a sweeping punch.
**BAM!**
Long Bao was sent flying ten meters, crashing hard and skidding across the ground. The crowd was in shock. Did he just overpower Thunder Palm? That's impossible; it's a mid-tier technique!
Tianyu stood there calmly, a smirk on his face. "Next time, bring a real technique."
Just then, a ripple in the air signaled the arrival of an elder. **Elder Mo**, one of the gatekeepers of the Inner Clan, stepped into the arena.
"What's happening here?" his voice boomed.
Long Bao groaned, "Elder, he attacked me!"
Elder Mo narrowed his eyes at Tianyu. "Show me the technique you used."
Tianyu nodded, "As you wish."
With a deep breath, he activated the Dragon Breath technique once more. A swirling aura of fire surrounded him—controlled, precise, and utterly devastating.
Elder Mo's pupils dilated. "Heaven-grade control at foundation level?"
He stepped closer, scrutinizing Tianyu.
"Report to the inner trial tomorrow morning," he commanded. "You're entering the Dragon Ladder Evaluation."
Gasps filled the air. The Dragon Ladder was the path to becoming a core disciple, and only one from the outer sect was chosen each year.
Long Bao's expression crumbled, while Tianyu smiled coldly. His ascent had only just begun.
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Teaser for Chapter 3:
As Tianyu faces the Dragon Ladder Trial, he must defeat five peak outer disciples in succession. But lurking in the shadows is a hidden trap—someone is determined to see him fail the trial.