“What, what is happening?”
Everyone present stared at the anomaly on the steps, dumbfounded.
Whenever the Azure Green Sect selected Disciples, various pillars of light would occasionally illuminate these steps.
But they had never seen a situation like this before.
Nine pillars of light appeared simultaneously, converging like giant Dragons and shooting straight into the sky!
The light from the nine pillars was so intense that many Disciples had to turn their heads away.
“Nine Dragons Ascending the Sun, this is actually real.”
Yu Kun said, somewhat dazed.
He remembered that the Sect's ancient texts recorded that if someone with extraordinary talent reached the top of the nine steps, he could activate nine pillars of light, forming the phenomenon of Nine Dragons Ascending the Sun!
Because this was merely an anomaly recorded in the Sect's ancient texts, and he had never seen it, he had always thought it was just a rumor.
But today, he finally witnessed this anomaly.
Only then did he realize that this anomaly was actually real.
To be able to attract such a heavenly anomaly, what astonishing talent must this be.
Thinking of this, Yu Kun's gaze towards Qin Xuan couldn't help but flash with fervor.
First there was Zhou Keli and Lu Peng, and now Qin Xuan. Is the Azure Green Sect about to experience a revival?
Yu Kun pondered, and a fervent glow flashed in his eyes.
These three must be properly nurtured.
The converging pillars of light dispersed the clouds, like a sharp sword piercing straight into the sky, not only startling the many Disciples participating in the assessment nearby, but also alarming many people in the mountains.
Figures who were Cultivating in the mountains flew out one after another, gazing towards this place, clearly wanting to see what was happening here.
At this moment, Qin Xuan, standing on the steps, did not turn his attention to the pillar of light enveloping him; his gaze was fixed on the distant horizon.
At the end of his vision, within the mountain range, the crimson pillar of light reappeared, as if echoing his own.
This time, Qin Xuan stared intently at that side, trying his best to discern the situation there.
He wondered if it was due to the blessing of this pillar of light, but at the end of his vision, at the center of that pillar of light, was a blood-colored longsword.
A moment later, the blood-colored pillar of light vanished, as if it had never appeared.
Qin Xuan retracted his gaze, glanced at the pillar of light enveloping him, and just as he was about to descend, several figures had already rushed over from the depths of the mountain range.
“Someone actually triggered a heavenly anomaly like Nine Dragons Ascending the Sun! Where is this person?”
A Black-Clothed Old Man swiftly flew to the assessment grounds, looking down excitedly.
Looking at Qin Xuan, who was still standing within the pillar of light, he laughed triumphantly.
“Hahaha, truly Heaven blesses our Azure Green Sect! This boy can cause a heavenly anomaly; his future prospects are surely limitless.”
As the Old Man shouted excitedly, Yu Kun and the others below quickly stepped forward and bowed to the Old Man.
“Greetings, Elder Wang Ke.”
The Old Man looked down at Yu Kun.
“Oh, it's the Yu family's boy. You're in charge of this assessment? Not bad, not bad, you've found a good prospect. Once this assessment is over, I'll promote you to be a steward in the Inner Sect!”
Upon hearing that he could be promoted to the Inner Sect, Yu Kun's face immediately showed surprise.
Although his status in the outer Sect was respected, compared to the Elders of the Inner Sect, his status was much lower.
Not to mention, they undergo selection alongside Inner Sect Disciples.
From this perspective, the Sect actually regards these outer Sect Elders and Inner Sect Disciples as the same.
So, having the opportunity to become an Inner Sect steward, he was naturally extremely excited.
“Young friend, which city are you from? Do you have a suitable master? If not, would you be willing to become my Disciple?”
Wang Ke said to Qin Xuan with a smile.
Hearing this, everyone present immediately exchanged glances.
Is this still the Elder Wang Ke they knew?
This third Inner Sect Elder was known for his fiery temper, often reprimanding other Elders, relying on his Shangqing Realm seventh-level cultivation.
Many Inner Sect Elders had even been scolded by him.
Qin Xuan hadn't even spoken when, at this moment, a hearty laugh rang out.
“Wang Ke, with your amateur skills, you want to teach a Disciple? Aren't you afraid of misleading others? Boy, you should follow me. When it comes to connections, few in this Azure Green Sect are higher than me.”
“Don't worry, as long as you acknowledge me as your master, I'll arrange everything for you immediately. You'll become a steward within five years, an Elder within ten years, and there's a great chance you'll become our Azure Green Sect's Sect Master within twenty years!”
Everyone turned their gaze towards the direction from which the voice came, only to see a green-robed Old Man approaching from afar with a hearty laugh.
“Greetings, Elder Qing Yunzi.”
Yu Kun immediately led the others forward to bow, and it was clear that their etiquette seemed more deferential than towards Wang Ke.
“I am the Azure Green Sect's Second Elder, ranked higher than this Wang fellow. From now on, you'll follow me.”
This Qing Yunzi spoke without restraint, completely lacking the demeanor of an Elder. If it weren't for Yu Kun and the others constantly bowing, Qin Xuan would have thought this person was an imposter.
“Where did this boor come from? What do you mean 'follow you'? This is accepting a Disciple, not 'following' someone!”
Wang Ke, standing beside him, said discontentedly.
“Qing Yunzi, I won't argue with you about other things, but this Disciple's talent is so outstanding, he's perfect for learning from me.”
Wang Ke refused to yield, showing no intention of compromise.
“If you can teach him, why can't I?”
Qing Yunzi was also unwilling to give way.
Just as the two were locked in dispute, a figure suddenly appeared beside them.
“In my opinion, it's more suitable for me to teach this Disciple. As the Sect's Grand Elder, I naturally have an inescapable duty.”
The Grand Elder!
Everyone present simultaneously looked at the newcomer in the field. To everyone's surprise, unlike the other two, this Grand Elder appeared quite young.
“Greetings, Grand Elder!”
Below, Yu Kun immediately led everyone to bow.
This Grand Elder was even more formidable.
At this moment, everyone in the field looked at Qin Xuan in astonishment.
They had thought Qin Xuan's Nine Dragons Ascending the Sun anomaly was astonishing, but they never expected it to be so terrifying.
Leaving aside other things, he hadn't even entered the Sect yet, and the three Grand Elders of the Inner Sect had all appeared, wanting to take Qin Xuan as their Disciple.
This showed just how formidable the Nine Dragons Ascending the Sun was.
However, as these Three Elders contended, the examiners present all broke out in cold sweat.
These three prominent figures were simultaneously vying for one Disciple. In the end, only one would surely be able to take Qin Xuan as their Disciple.
If the other Elders were magnanimous, it would be fine, but they feared offending one of these three, which would be troublesome.
“Hmph, there's only one Genius Disciple, and you all want to recruit him? This is outrageous!”
The three glared at each other, and the atmosphere instantly became tense.
“Yu Kun, who among the three of us is more qualified to teach him?”
Seeing that the three were arguing without result, the Grand Elder looked down at Yu Kun.
Oh, this is...
Hearing this, Yu Kun felt a chill run down his spine.
What a joke!
How could he be qualified to judge such a matter?
If he said this, he would offend the other two.
He was merely a minor outer Sect Elder; how could he afford to offend Inner Sect Elders?
“Three Elders, according to the rules, after passing this round of assessment, anyone who reaches the ninth level is qualified to participate in the Personal Disciple selection.”
“In my opinion, let's see if he is willing to become a Personal Disciple first.”
Hearing this, although the Three Elders present still wanted to say something, after exchanging glances, they nodded.
“Alright, if he becomes a Personal Disciple, I won't say much more. But if he doesn't become a Personal Disciple, then I'll have a good fight for him.”
After speaking, Qing Yunzi landed on the ground and beckoned to Qin Xuan.
Qin Xuan descended the steps and cupped his hands towards Qing Yunzi.
“This junior greets the Elder.”
“Don't be so polite; we'll be family soon.”
Qing Yunzi said with a smile, rummaging through his pocket, then pulling out a few Talismans.
“These are Talismans I refined. Consider them a welcoming gift. Regardless of whether you become my Disciple in the future, these are a small token of my regard.”
Qin Xuan wanted to refuse, but Qing Yunzi waved his hand, signaling Qin Xuan to accept.
“Hmph, so only you, old fellow, know how to act properly?”
Seeing that Qing Yunzi was actually giving Qin Xuan things to win favor, Wang Ke, who was beside them, was naturally displeased. He stepped forward and handed Qin Xuan a bead.
“This is a bead I obtained back then; it has miraculous effects against fire. I'll give it to you.”
That Grand Elder merely sneered upon seeing this scene.
“Young friend, I'm not as petty as them. I haven't taken a Disciple yet. If you're willing to become my Disciple, when I ascend to immortality in the future, all my possessions will be left to you!”
After the Grand Elder finished speaking, he nodded at Qin Xuan, then turned and left.
Although the other two still wanted to say something, seeing that the Grand Elder had already left, they could only give Qin Xuan a few instructions before taking their leave.
“The assessment continues, next!”
Yu Kun tried hard to calm his emotions.
However, the people present were clearly not as calm at this moment.
There was no way; just a talent test had caused such a huge sensation, and even the Sect's Elders had appeared for it. How could they remain calm?
These were the three Grand Elders of the Inner Sect!
The Three Elders appeared simultaneously, and simultaneously vied for this one Disciple.
By all accounts, this was too Heaven-Defying!
Is this guy's talent really that outstanding?
Qin Xuan, however, was not surprised by this at all.
In fact, in his opinion, if his own talent wasn't considered good, then others' talents probably weren't even worth mentioning.
His Physical Body had been repeatedly refined by the Refining God Cauldron.
His Dantian had been broadened into a golden Dantian.
Both its capacity and quality far surpassed those of cultivators at the same level.
What's more, having Cultivated the Primordial Divinity Refining Art, his speed of absorbing Spiritual Qi was much faster than others.
Not to mention, after the Refining God Cauldron's refinement, his Meridians had also broadened considerably.
Invincible at the same level, with extremely fast Spiritual Qi absorption speed.
Such talent, of course, would crush others.
Qin Xuan had never doubted his own talent!
If there was anything worth noting...
Qin Xuan cast his gaze towards Lu Peng.
He only possessed such talent and ascended the ninth step because he had re-refined his body with the Refining God Cauldron.
But how did this Lu Peng do it? Was it really due to talent?
At this moment, Lu Peng, on the other side, was staring at Qin Xuan with fiery eyes.
“He actually dared to steal my thunder!”
Normally, his appearance this time could have made him a dazzling presence in the crowd.
But because of this Qin Xuan, everything was ruined!
By ascending the nine steps, he would have amazed everyone and then secured first place in this entrance assessment.
According to the Azure Green Sect's rules, ascending the nine steps granted one the qualification to become a Personal Disciple.
If he could also become first in the assessment, he would be even more qualified to go to the Azure Green Sect's Scripture Pavilion and choose a Martial Skill!
But all of this was disrupted by this brat in front of him.
Bastard!
Thinking of this, Lu Peng's gaze towards Qin Xuan became increasingly grim.
This person must be eliminated!