Chapter 1173: Tremendous Pressure

Listening to Lan Yan's words, Lin Mo felt an immense pressure. The chilling Xuanbing Sword Token was still embedded on Hongyun Peak, making it difficult to breathe.

"It seems like I really have to test my luck at Tianqiong Mountain," Lin Mo sighed with bitterness as he stared at the Xuanbing Sword Token.

"I support you in going," Lan Yan said, "and you should go immediately. Otherwise, the members of the Luo family and even those arrogant talents from Sword City who hold a grudge against you will come looking for trouble."

"They won't give you a chance like the Sect Master did," she added.

Lin Mo felt helpless; it wasn't even his fault this time. He had accepted the challenge from Luo Er, which had attracted countless jealous eyes. However, he hadn't officially accepted it, yet people were making it difficult for him.

"Alright, I'll try to break through to the First Order first," Lin Mo decided. "Go and inform Zhang Tianlei. If someone comes looking for me, tell them that I've already gone to Tianqiong Mountain."

Lan Yan gave him a wry look and asked, "Don't you have legs? Can't you go and tell him yourself?"

Lin Mo had no words in response, but he realized that women were not to be trifled with. He decided not to argue and went on his way.

After instructing Zhang Tianlei and the others, Lin Mo returned to Hongyun Peak to continue his cultivation. This time, he brought all the fines collected from various sects.

As his cultivation advanced, the amount of elemental spirit pearls he needed to consume increased. Since the battle at Four Symbols Divine Sect, which marked the beginning of his journey to the Third Order of Broken Realm, he had already spent over twenty million elemental spirit pearls, depleting his savings.

"It's a good thing I temporarily 'robbed' those sects. Otherwise, I'd be drained of elemental spirit pearls by now," Lin Mo chuckled as he looked at the heavy Qiankun Bag.

He began refining the elemental spirit pearls, fully aware of the enormous pressure that Xuanbing Sword Master brought upon him. He had to break through as quickly as possible.

He entered a state of cultivation, absorbing the elemental spirit pearls and the surrounding heaven and earth elemental energy. His powerful absorption force caused a wild influx of energy.

From all directions, heaven and earth elemental energy continuously converged towards him.

Feeling the pressure from Xuanbing Sword Master, Lin Mo had no choice but to push his limits and strive for a breakthrough.

Unknown to Lin Mo, while he was immersed in his cultivation, the elite disciples of Sword City, one wave after another, had arrived to challenge the disciples of Saint Gamble Sect. Zhang Tianlei had followed Lin Mo's instructions and told them that Lin Mo had gone to Tianqiong Mountain.

However, the challenges from Sword City kept coming, and Zhang Tianlei and the others couldn't afford to let their guard down. They knew that the real talents of Sword City had yet to arrive, including those who were ranked highly on the Heavenly Jiao Mountain.

Seven days later, another group of visitors came to Saint Gamble Sect. Zhang Tianlei's group was informed in advance, and they knew that dealing with these visitors wouldn't be easy.

"Where is that scoundrel Lin Mo? Tell him to get out here!" one of the visitors shouted as they descended from the sky.

Their loud voices echoed throughout Saint Gamble Sect, and Lin Mo heard them clearly.

"Apologies, but our Sect Master has already left for Tianqiong Mountain. If you wish to find him, you can..." Zhang Tianlei began to explain.

"What are you, a mere lackey, doing speaking to us?" Luo Shu interrupted. "Get the steward out here."

Zhang Tianlei's expression darkened, and anger surged within him. However, he maintained his composure and replied calmly, "Currently, I am in charge of all affairs within Saint Gamble Sect."

"Humph," Luo Shu snorted. "In that case, deliver this message to Lin Mo: he has seven days to return to the sect and kneel in apology. Otherwise, we'll no longer recognize Saint Gamble Sect."

"Two young masters, I don't want to be rude, but our Sect Master is not here, and I cannot make decisions on his behalf," Zhang Tianlei said, his voice unwavering.

"Do you know who we are?" Luo Shu sneered. "We're from the Luo family. Tell Lin Mo that if he doesn't return within seven days, Saint Gamble Sect is finished."

"Saint Gamble Sect is finished? You're not even qualified to say that!" Tianyi, who had been silent until now, finally spoke up. "You might want to eliminate us, but without the backing of your forces, can you really do it?"

"Whether we can eliminate Saint Gamble Sect or not, I can easily deal with a lackey like you," Luo Shu replied arrogantly.

"Oh really?" Tianyi smiled coldly. "I'd like to see what the talents from the Luo family are capable of."

Tianyi's powerful aura burst forth, revealing his peak Sixth Order of Broken Realm strength. However, Luo Shu scoffed, "I thought you were someone impressive, but it turns out you're just another low-ranking disciple."

While Tianyi was about to respond, a powerful wave of energy suddenly emanated from Hongyun Peak. The disciples of Saint Gamble Sect, as well as the visitors from Sword City, could feel the overwhelming energy.

Shortly after, a figure dressed in black descended from Hongyun Peak.

"I heard someone wanted to destroy Saint Gamble Sect?" Lin Mo asked calmly as he approached.

"Who are you, you worthless nobody? Get out of our way," Luo Shu said disdainfully.

"I am from the Saint Gamble Sect Inspection Team, responsible for maintaining the sect's order," Lin Mo replied with a hint of amusement.

Zhang Tianlei and the others were puzzled by Lin Mo's identity, but they played along. Zhang Tianlei even added, "This young junior, this matter doesn't concern you."