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Ringing the Bell for a Hundred Years, I Became the Sect’s Ancestor – Chapter 16

Chapter 16

Chapter 16: Trouble

Li Qian quickly put everything away and started to deal with the body.

More than an hour later.

Manager Zhao’s body was buried behind the mountain.

The bloodstains in the room were also cleaned up.

Only a faint smell of blood lingered.

But it didn’t matter, it would dissipate after a while.

Besides, he would clean it more thoroughly tomorrow, leaving no trace.

Manager Zhao was essentially an Odd-Job Disciple and was not included in the ranks of Formal Disciples, but he was the manager of the Odd-Job Hall, and had a high status among Odd-Job Disciples.

The Odd-Job Hall would definitely investigate the disappearance of a manager.

Lying on another wooden bed, Li Qian flipped through the booklet by the light of the oil lamp.

Bright Jade Palm.

A more profound palm technique.

Much more sophisticated than Sword-Piercing Fist.

Sword-Piercing Fist is the most basic fist technique, only having the effect of refining Internal Breath into Internal Strength. As for cultivating Qi, it was negligible.

It was only when he cultivated Sword-Piercing Fist to Perfection that it had the effect of cultivating Qi.

Compared to a true Internal Skill Manual, there was still a big gap.

The effect of Bright Jade Palm on cultivating Qi was much stronger than Sword-Piercing Fist, and it also contained inherent martial technique characteristics.

It was a comprehensive martial art.

However, the cultivation of Bright Jade Palm was relatively demanding, requiring a special ointment ━ Golden Jade Ointment ━ to be used in conjunction, otherwise the progress of cultivation would be very slow.

Once Bright Jade Palm was cultivated to a certain level, the palm could be as hard as gold and stone, indestructible.

“Requiring ointment to be used in conjunction, this is very troublesome.”

Li Qian shook his head.

Let’s not talk about the price of Golden Jade Ointment, how to buy it? Bright Jade Palm belonged to Manager Zhao. If he cultivated it, it would become traceable, thus increasing the exposure of the fact that he killed Manager Zhao.

Therefore, he did not plan to cultivate Bright Jade Palm.

He felt a little pity in his heart, but compared to his own safety, the benefits brought by Bright Jade Palm were nothing.

The next day, Li Qian cleaned the bell tower inside and out again.

As for the booklet of Bright Jade Palm, after memorizing it completely, he also destroyed it as firewood.

He also chose to bury the other things of Manager Zhao in the soil for the time being, and did not intend to use them.

Since killing Manager Zhao, Li Qian had become more cautious and low-key.

He silently rang the bell to practice martial arts, raised chickens and ducks, grew vegetables, and occasionally chatted with Chen Yong, who came up the mountain to exercise.

If there wasn’t the sound of the bell ringing every day, he would have almost no presence within the Divine Sword Sect.

Just like that, more than half a month passed before someone from the Odd-Job Hall came up to understand the situation. It was obvious that Manager Zhao’s disappearance had finally been discovered.

Li Qian responded calmly.

Of course, the people from the Odd-Job Hall did not suspect Li Qian.

How could an Odd-Job Disciple who had only entered the sect for more than two years, who might not even have entered the level of Internal Strength, be related to Manager Zhao’s disappearance?

“If there is no second person in the Odd-Job Hall who knows about the treasure map, perhaps this matter will end here.”

Li Qian thought to himself.

But unexpectedly, a few days later, a man in his thirties suddenly came to the bell tower.

“What brings Senior Brother here?”

Li Qian asked curiously.

“My name is Yi Zhong, you should have heard of me.”

The man said calmly.

Yi Zhong?

Li Qian had naturally heard of him. In the Combat Power Rankings that had just ended, this Yi Zhong ranked first.

As for the original first place, Zhang Mingcan, he was narrowly defeated by Yi Zhong and ranked second in the Combat Power Rankings. He failed to continue his three-year reign as the first place, and missed the opportunity to become a Formal Disciple.

Moreover, Li Qian learned from Chen Yong that Song Yingying was very close to Yi Zhong.

Now that this person came to him, could it be related to Song Yingying?

Suddenly, he became alert.

Because Song Yingying was very likely to know about the treasure map. After all, it was Song Yingying who gave him the letter.

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Although he believed that Song Yingying should not be so stupid as to expose her identity and put herself in danger.

Sometimes, women are easily deceived.

After all, this Yi Zhong was that kind of playboy.

This Yi Zhong was indeed very handsome, with a tall and strong build, no wonder he was popular with women.

“Of course I’ve heard of you, what brings Senior Brother Yi here?”

Li Qian nodded and said.

“Is Chu Yingying your cousin?”

Yi Zhong asked.

“Yes.”

Li Qian nodded.

When Song Yingying registered at the Odd-Job Hall, she used the name Chu Yingying.

Even her original identity information was under the name Chu Yingying.

“You don’t seem to be very close.”

Yi Zhong chuckled.

“We rarely contact each other.”

Li Qian said.

“I don’t think so.”

Yi Zhong changed the subject, smiling, “You are from White Jade City, Zhanghe County, and come from the wealthy Li family. It seems that there is no one with the surname Chu among the relatives and in-laws of the Li family.”

Li Qian’s heart sank, this Yi Zhong had investigated his background?

No, this Yi Zhong was just an Odd-Job Disciple, not even a Formal Disciple, how could he have the ability to investigate?

Could it be that there were higher-level personnel from the Odd-Job Hall behind him investigating him?

In that case, this Yi Zhong, like Manager Zhao, was probably driven by someone, most likely for the treasure map.

Wait…

He suddenly thought of another possibility. How could Song Yingying, an Odd-Job Disciple who had just entered the Divine Sword Sect, get together with Yi Zhong, a senior Odd-Job Disciple, so quickly?

Could it be that this Yi Zhong had a purpose from the beginning?

“Senior Brother Yi, why are you investigating my background?”

Li Qian asked with a surprised look.

“Do you know Chu Yingying’s true identity?”

Yi Zhong smiled slightly and asked.

“Senior Brother Yi, she is indeed my cousin.”

Li Qian said.

“Junior Brother Li, don’t cover for her anymore. Yingying told me long ago that her cousin relationship with you is fake.”

Yi Zhong shook his head and said, “She even told me that her grandfather left behind a fortuitous opportunity, I wonder if Junior Brother Li has gained anything?”

Li Qian’s heart sank, was this Song Yingying so stupid?

She even revealed her identity information to others so easily?

“Senior Brother Yi, I don’t know what you mean?”

Li Qian said, “And, I’m going to ring the bell now.”

As he spoke, he turned and walked towards the top of the bell tower.

Yi Zhong did not stop him, just watched.

As the sound of the bell rang a few times, Li Qian put down the striker and did not practice Sword-Piercing Fist as usual.

After all, Yi Zhong was right below.

At this time, Yi Zhong walked up, “Senior Brother Li, Yingying and I are in love. In a sense, she is already half a grandson-in-law of Old Song. This martial arts cultivation is difficult, both of us are struggling in the Odd-Job Disciples, I don’t know when we will have the opportunity to break free from this cage. Why don’t we work together to explore this fortuitous opportunity? Maybe we will have the chance to become Formal Disciples in the future.”

He spoke sincerely, no wonder he was able to fool Song Yingying, that naive girl.

Li Qian had no doubt that there was someone behind Yi Zhong.

The so-called exploring the fortuitous opportunity together was just to make Li Qian relax his vigilance and expose his flaws.


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(🇨🇳)Ringing the Bell for a Hundred Years, I Became the Sect’s Ancestor

🇨🇳)Ringing the Bell for a Hundred Years, I Became the Sect’s Ancestor

撞钟百年,我成了宗门老祖
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Status: Ongoing Author: Released: 2024 Native Language: Chinese
Reborn into a world where martial arts are supreme, Li Qian became an Odd-Job Disciple of the Divine Sword Sect and was assigned to be a Bell Ringer. While ringing the bell, the Sacrificial Instrument System unexpectedly awakened, and the Time Bell he rang became his Natal Sacrificial Instrument, connected to his very life. As long as he rang the bell, he could enhance the Time Bell Sacrificial Instrument. Moreover, the Sacrificial Instrument has one major characteristic. As long as the Time Bell is not destroyed, the Host will not die. From then on, a path of immortal martial arts unfolded before Li Qian. Many years later, the Divine Sword Sect faced a crisis of annihilation, and countless Divine Sword Sect disciples knelt before the Time Bell Pavilion. "We implore the Ancestor to act." *** In a world dominated by martial prowess, the Divine Sword Sect stands as a beacon of power and prestige. Within its vast hierarchy, Odd-Job Disciples occupy the lowest rung, their lives dedicated to menial tasks and their dreams of martial cultivation often fading into obscurity. Li Qian, a transmigrator from a world without martial arts, finds himself among these lowly disciples, his initial aspirations dampened by his assigned role as a mere bell ringer. Yet, fate has a different plan for Li Qian. The seemingly ordinary Time Bell, entrusted to his care, awakens a dormant power within him—the Sacrificial Instrument System. Bound to the Time Bell, Li Qian discovers a path to cultivation unlike any other, one that grants him unique abilities and the potential for eternal life. As he diligently performs his duties, the Time Bell undergoes a gradual transformation, its power growing alongside Li Qian's own martial arts cultivation. However, the tranquility of Li Qian's life is shattered when he becomes entangled in a web of secrets and conspiracies. The mysterious death of his predecessor, Old Song, and the existence of a treasure map left behind by an Innate Martial Artist thrust Li Qian into a dangerous game of power and intrigue. Hunted by those who covet the treasure and forced to confront the darker side of the Divine Sword Sect, Li Qian must rely on his wits, his growing strength, and the enigmatic abilities of the Time Bell to survive. Guided by his master, Zhou Buping, a recluse with a hidden agenda, Li Qian navigates the treacherous waters of sect politics, forming alliances with fellow disciples like the hardworking Chen Yong and encountering enigmatic figures like the seductive Song Yingying. As he delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding him, Li Qian uncovers a world far more complex and dangerous than he ever imagined, a world where the pursuit of martial perfection is intertwined with ambition, betrayal, and the ultimate quest for immortality. This is a story of cultivation, adventure, and self-discovery, where a seemingly ordinary individual, armed with an extraordinary artifact and an unyielding spirit, rises above his humble beginnings to challenge the established order and forge his own destiny in a world where only the strong survive.

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