Supreme Dragon Lord-Chapter 379 Consecutive Strikes!

What secret is this guy hiding?

Lei Changshan fell into deep thought, feeling extremely displeased with the outcome. Originally, he expected the disciple he supported, Zhang Cangsong, to rank first. But now, not only had Long Chen stolen the top spot, but he had also beaten Zhang Cangsong senseless. In front of Lei Yujing, he had completely lost face.

Nearby, Lei Yujing naturally noticed the change in Lei Changshan’s expression. She slowly walked up to him and said, "You just misjudged someone, that’s all. No need to get angry about it, is there?"

Upon hearing this, Lei Changshan’s gloomy face instantly broke into a smile. He chuckled and retorted, "It’s merely a disciple assessment. Why would I be angry?"

Lei Yujing glanced at him. After a few seconds of silence, she slowly said, "It’s good that you’re not angry." With that, she brushed past him.

Lei Changshan turned his head, his expression growing grim again as he watched her departing figure. His fingers clenched slightly, slowly forming a fist. He then turned his gaze back to Long Chen, staring intently.

He muttered, "Kid, no matter how many secrets you have, I will dig every single one out!"

Meanwhile, facing everyone’s congratulations, Long Chen remained perfectly calm. He raised his head to look at Lei Yiqun and said flatly, "Steward, we have passed the assessment. I wonder when we can receive the rewards you mentioned?"

At Long Chen’s words, Long Xin and Tang Le also turned their gazes toward Lei Yiqun. The other disciples looked on with envy. They too longed for those rewards, but sadly, they lacked the strength. All they could do now was watch, not daring to covet what they couldn’t have.

Lei Yiqun laughed heartily. "Rest assured. You three are the top disciples in this assessment. How could our Jinglei Sect possibly mistreat you? Follow me."

With that, Lei Yiqun turned, took a step, and soared into the air. After exchanging a look, Long Chen, Long Xin, and Tang Le quickly chased after him.

"I’m so envious!"

"Why isn’t it me!?"

"I heard that anyone who enters Shenmo Mountain for tempering will see a huge boost in their strength!"

"I’m afraid after this, those three will leave us all in the dust."

The disciples discussed this amongst themselves, all of them keenly aware of the importance of entering Shenmo Mountain. Within the Jinglei Sect, Shenmo Mountain was a forbidden area. Without the sect’s permission, ordinary people were forbidden to even approach. Throughout the entire Jinglei Sect, the number of people who could roam freely within Shenmo Mountain was no more than three.

Shortly after Long Chen’s group departed, the unconscious Zhang Cangsong slowly opened his eyes. He lifted his head and asked the person before him, "Can I enter Shenmo Mountain for tempering now?"

Hearing this, many of the disciples couldn’t help but snicker. Zhang Cangsong’s face stiffened. He endured the searing pain in his body and struggled to his feet.

He glared at the crowd. "What are you laughing at?"

A young man stepped forward, shaking his head with a smile. "Young Master Zhang, I’m afraid you won’t have the chance to enter Shenmo Mountain."

"What do you mean?!" Zhang Cangsong’s brows furrowed tightly as he demanded, "Don’t tell me I didn’t make it into the top three?"

The others exchanged amused glances. One of them replied, "You didn’t make the top three. Your rank is fifth."

"What?! How is that possible?!"

When Zhang Cangsong learned his rank was fifth, not even in the top three, he was utterly bewildered. His original goal had been to fight for first place. Even if he failed, he expected to place in the top three at worst. He thought everything was already arranged! Why did it turn out like this? He couldn’t comprehend it.

Seeing his expression of disbelief, the onlookers could no longer hold back and erupted into a chorus of laughter. Though they said nothing, their gazes made it clear they were looking at an idiot. It’s laughable! This guy was completely overwhelmed throughout the entire assessment, so ranking fifth was already a stroke of luck. And he’s still confident he’ll make the top three? Where on earth did this guy get his confidence?

Everyone was baffled. Could there be some kind of inside deal?

Of course, they only dared to speculate internally. Questioning him to his face would be tantamount to questioning the fairness of the Jinglei Sect’s assessment. They knew it wasn’t worth the risk of bringing trouble upon themselves.

Zhang Cangsong looked at the crowd and asked, "Then who are the top three?"

"Long Chen, Tang Le, and Long Xin," someone replied.

Hearing those three names, Zhang Cangsong felt like his lungs were about to explode with anger.

Damn it! Damn it all! All the glory, all the rewards... they snatched them all away! That glory and those rewards should have been mine!

Unwilling to accept this, Zhang Cangsong started to walk further in but was blocked by a Jinglei Sect disciple.

"What do you think you’re doing?"

"I want to see Elder Changshan!" Zhang Cangsong demanded. "Go and report that I have business with him!" He was furious and wanted an explanation from Lei Changshan now.

"Elder Changshan is not someone you can meet just because you wish to!" the disciple retorted coldly. "Get back now! If you dare to disobey, you’ll be disqualified! Our Jinglei Sect has no need for rebellious disciples like you!"

Zhang Cangsong was stunned by these words. His face turned pale, and the arrogant flame he’d shown moments before was instantly extinguished. He didn’t dare say another word.

However, a figure appeared before him just then. It was Lei Changshan.

"Elder!" the Jinglei Sect disciples present quickly bowed. The others hastened to do the same.

Zhang Cangsong felt a surge of excitement. He wanted to speak, but with so many people around, he held his tongue.

Lei Changshan nodded slightly and waved a hand, signaling them to dispense with the formalities. "First, arrange for these new disciples. The welcoming ceremony will be held the day after tomorrow."

"Yes!" At his command, the Jinglei Sect disciples began leading everyone away.

Lei Changshan said coolly, "Zhang Cangsong, you stay."

Hearing this, Zhang Cangsong, who had been pretending to leave, immediately stopped. He turned with an embarrassed smile and faced Lei Changshan.

Lei Changshan looked at him and said flatly, "I know what you want to say. Come with me."