Kang Chengman, thirty years ago, single-handedly elevated the Fu Sect, which had fallen to second-rate status, into a first-rate power.
He achieved the third position on the Heaven Ranking with his incredible talismans.
Had he not encountered Thailand Mountain (Yu Daochen's master) in the same era, he might have reached the first position on the Heaven Ranking, or even entered the Black Ranking.
But good times did not last. Thirty years ago, the Fu Sect experienced a upheaval and was jointly attacked by several sects.
Kang Chengman, through his own strength, managed to turn the tide and prevent the joint assault by multiple sects, but he was also severely injured in that battle and subsequently retired from the martial world to recuperate in seclusion.
The Fu Sect, once a first-rate power, plummeted to its current position as a second-rate, near-bottom sect.
"So it's Senior Kang. This junior, Yu Daochen, was disrespectful just now." Yu Daochen said respectfully.
After all, this was a super expert from the previous generation. Even though time had passed, the name Kang Chengman still commanded respect.
Kang Chengman waved his hand, a kind smile on his face, "You must be Old Tai's disciple."
Yu Daochen was slightly surprised when Kang Chengman mentioned his master, Old Tai. Could Kang Chengman know his master?
Kang Chengman, noticing Yu Daochen's confusion, chuckled, "Speaking of which, your master and I have been old friends for many years. If it weren't for that old fellow, I would probably be the former number one on the Heaven Ranking."
Kang Chengman recalled his glorious past and shook his head with a hint of shame.
Kang Chengman and Thailand Mountain were very similar in their youth, both single-handedly supporting their entire sects.
As fellow top-three experts on the Heaven Ranking, Kang Chengman also sought to advance further, thus challenging Thailand Mountain.
However, Kang Chengman had never once defeated Thailand Mountain.
In his youth, Kang Chengman possessed a stubborn and unyielding personality.
He would challenge him every few days, even exceeding three challenges a week for a period.
But each time, he was ruthlessly defeated by Thailand Mountain. For a time, Kang Chengman even developed a psychological complex from Thailand Mountain's beatings.
Yet, it was through this that the two became like-minded friends.
But for some unknown reason, Thailand Mountain suddenly left the Yanhuo Sect and vanished from the martial world.
Kang Chengman had also sent people to inquire, but there was no clue.
After Thailand Mountain left, the Yanhuo Sect was not attacked by other sects primarily because they feared Thailand Mountain's potential return, and secondarily because Kang Chengman had provided some assistance from behind the scenes.
Yu Daochen was also somewhat surprised to hear Kang Chengman recount that he and Old Tai were friends.
"This matter was indeed handled improperly by Fenyue, but for the sake of my friendship with your master, I will let him off this once." Kang Chengman began to intercede for Fenyue.
Yu Daochen remained silent.
To be honest, even if he had to disregard Kang Chengman, he still had to respect his master. But letting the injury to Little Wealth Star go unaddressed was out of the question.
Absolutely not. It doesn't matter who it is!
Kang Chengman seemed to sense Yu Daochen's thoughts and continued, "Of course, that young fellow's injury cannot be in vain. When he wakes up, I will teach him the cultivation method of our Fu Sect's Natal Talisman."
Upon hearing Kang Chengman's words, Yu Daochen, and even Fenyue kneeling behind him, were stunned.
Yu Daochen found it hard to believe, thinking he had misheard.
The Natal Talisman was one of the inheritances of the Fu Sect, akin to the Heavenly Master Mansion's Five Thunder Palm. It was the foundation of their sect. It would not be easily passed on to outsiders unless the sect faced annihilation.
"Senior Kang, aren't you afraid I'll spread the cultivation secrets of this Natal Talisman throughout the martial world?" Yu Daochen retorted.
If Kang Chengman were to teach Zhou Fu the cultivation method of the Natal Talisman, it would mean bearing the risk of this technique spreading into the martial world, and it would also mean the Natal Talisman would no longer be exclusive to the Fu Sect.
Kang Chengman smiled faintly, "I believe in Young Master Yu's character, and I also believe in Old Tai's judgment."
Yu Daochen grinned, unable to help but admire Kang Chengman inwardly.
Good heavens, he had completely cornered me with just two sentences.
As expected of someone who had lived decades longer, every word he spoke hit the mark.
"Since Senior Kang has said so, this junior cannot refuse." Yu Daochen said, feigning a look of being at a disadvantage.
Fenyue, behind Kang Chengman, seeing that the old sect leader was actually going to hand over the Natal Talisman to Zhou Fu, said anxiously, "Old Sect Leader."
Before Fenyue could finish speaking, Kang Chengman raised his hand to stop him.
Seeing this, Fenyue immediately fell silent. He could defy his master, and he could defy other elders in the sect, but he had to obey Kang Chengman.
Kang Chengman looked at Yu Daochen and sighed, "I envy that old fellow for taking you as such a good disciple before his death. The revitalization of the Yanhuo Sect is just around the corner."
Yu Daochen cupped his hands, "Senior Kang overpraises me."
Although Yu Daochen's face did not show much joy, he was inwardly so happy that he wanted to jump three meters high.
"Alright, I'll take my young fellow away now." Kang Chengman said, leading the disgruntled Fenyue away.
Watching Kang Chengman and Fenyue depart, Yu Daochen also left the arena through another passage, contemplating.
If every disciple of the Yanhuo Sect learned the Natal Talisman, their overall combat power would surely increase.
Then, he could have Zhang Xiaoqiang switch to the Yanhuo Sect as free labor, and have Elder Xu (Xu Yaya's father) stationed at the Yanhuo Sect.
The Yanhuo Sect's ascent to a second-rate power would then be within reach.