Chapter 26 - sk since MPult

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to in The Shenwu Kingdom stretched for millions of miles north to south, with a population exceeding ten million people.

Within the territory of the Shenwu Kingdom, there were four unparalleled martial art sects.

The Canghai Yuntai Palace, the Fire Palace, the Edgeless Sect, and the Spirit Sword Sect.

The Canghai Yuntai Palace was acknowledged as the strongest among the Four Major Sects, with the deepest foundation.

It had been established for over a thousand years.

The Fire Palace and the Edgeless Sect were only slightly less powerful.

The weakest one had to be the Spirit Sword Sect.

Actually, once upon a time, the Spirit Sword Sect did suppress the Canghai Yuntai Palace, becoming the strongest sect in the Shenwu Kingdom.

Unfortunately, a century ago, a traitor emerged from the Spirit Sword Sect.

The traitor stole the majority of the sect’s unique martial arts techniques and disappeared within the Shenwu Kingdom.

With the massive loss of martial arts techniques, the Spirit Sword Sect fell into decline.

At that time, the Canghai Yuntai Palace seized the opportunity to rise and oppress the Spirit Sword Sect.

The two sects waged war, and the Spirit Sword Sect was unfortunately defeated.

Under the double assault, the Spirit Sword Sect lost its glory from past years and was almost replaced by some third-rate sects.

Early in the morning,

Lin Bai got up and washed up.

Today was a significant day for Lin Bai.

Not only would he defeat Lin Zi’er today, but he also wanted to join one of the Four Major Sects to seek stronger power and martial arts.

After detoxing for a night, Lin Yue had cast off two-thirds of the poison from his body, recovering some of his martial arts cultivation.

Therefore, he went with Lin Bai to the place where disciples were recruited.

The Martial Arts Competition for recruitment was held in the City Lord Mansion.

Today, the City Lord Mansion opened its gates, allowing all the warriors of Lingxi City to enter the mansion.

Inside the mansion’s square, Lin Bai thought he was among the early birds.

However, to his disappointment, the square was already filled to the brim when he arrived with Lin Yue.

“I thought we were among the early ones.

I didn’t expect others to be even earlier.”

Lin Bai said to Lin Yue with a wry smile.

At that moment, a warrior beside Lin Bai said, “Early my ass!

I’ve been waiting here for three days.”

Lin Bai gave a forced laugh.

“The recruitment competition is a rare chance for the warriors of Lingxi City to rise up.

Naturally, they won’t miss it.”

“Lin Bai, if you haven’t decided which sect to join, I suggest you choose the Spirit Sword Sect.”

Lin Yue said solemnly.

“Why?”

Lin Bai asked, puzzled.

“It’s still too soon to discuss this.

Let’s talk about it once you pass the assessment.” Lin Yue laughed.

Wasn’t the Canghai Yuntai Palace the strongest sect?

Why did Lin Yue suggest him join the Spirit Sword Sect?

The Canghai Yuntai Palace was the largest sect in the Shenwu Kingdom and carried the strongest strength among the Four Major Sects.

If he joined the Canghai Yuntai Palace, Lin Bai would have access to more cultivation resources and he could speed up his cultivation.

“You’re here too!”

Just at that moment, a man walked past Lin Bai with a hostile look in his eyes.

Lin Bai looked, and it was Ye Rulong.

“What, am I not allowed to be here?” Lin Bai asked back with a cold smirk.

“Hmph, the disciple recruitment is a stage for the geniuses of Lingxi City to compete.

What qualifications does a waste like you have to step on stage?” Ye Rulong looked down on Lin Bai.

“Whether or not I am qualified isn’t up to you, and for that matter, I don’t think I’m a waste at all.”

“Who’s the real waste?

The conclusion will come out once we step on stage later.”

Lin Bai shot a dismissive glance at Ye Rulong.

Ye Rulong was in the Martial Arts Ninth Level, and he had just broken through.

His state was unstable.

Lin Bai could defeat him without even drawing his sword.

Lin Bai was curious.

What on earth was Ye Rulong bragging about in front of him?

“Haha, you’re right.

On stage later, if you dare to come up, I’ll hit you until you’re incapable of looking after yourself!” Ye Rulong gritted his teeth and said.

Having said that, Ye Rulong and the geniuses of the Ye family walked off in the distance.

“When did you pick a quarrel with this second-generation rich kid?” Lin Yue curiously asked.

“Some disputes cropped up last night in the Treasure Pavilion.” Lin Bai briefly mentioned what had happened at the Treasure Pavilion the previous night.

After hearing this, Lin Yue looked pointedly in the direction of the Ye family, “Hmm, that’s the case.

Seems like the Ye family won’t be around in Lingxi City for much longer.”

With the recovery of his martial arts cultivation, Lin Yue naturally regained his confidence.

After all, this was a world where martial arts reigned supreme.

Without strength, you could only be bullied.

But if you had strength, even if you didn’t bully others, no one would dare to bully you!

Stare!

Suddenly, Lin Bai felt a cold gaze watching him.

Lin Bai looked up and his gaze passed over the crowd, falling on a girl in purple robes on the east of the square.

That girl was also looking at him with a mocking expression at that moment.

“Lin Zi’er!”

This young woman was indeed Lin Zi’er.

Lintai Heng, standing beside Lin Zi’er, said, “That brat Lin Bai, he really isn’t afraid to die, daring to show up.”

“No matter, father, he is nothing more than a jumping clown,” Lin Zi’er responded, shaking her head.

“My focus now lies beyond Lingxi City, it is on Canghai Yuntai Palace.”

After mockingly glancing at Lin Bai, Lin Zi’er withdrew her gaze and turned her attention to the stage.

“Damn it, she dares to look down on me.

Today, I’ll make her pay!” Lin Bai declared in a fit of rage, clenching his fists.

After a long wait, there was no sign of the Elders from the Four Major Sects.

“Wow, the sun is out, it’s so hot.”

“The sun is high in the sky, why hasn’t it started yet?”

Some warriors, unable to wait any longer, started to grumble.

Just then, when the crowd in the square had reached its peak,

the Lingxi City Lord and four vital Elders stepped onto the stage.

“They’re here, the Lingxi City Lord and the Elders from the Four Major Sects!”

The crowd initially erupted in astonishment, but quickly calmed down.

After all, they couldn’t behave disrespectfully in front of the Four Major Sects and the Lingxi City Lord.

Lin Bai also looked up.

He saw five middle-aged men on the stage.

One man wore a Purple-Gold Robe and a golden crown, his presence as a high-ranking official startled every single warrior in the crowd.

He was the Lingxi City Lord.

Subsequently, the four other middle-aged men had “Canghai”, “Spirit Sword”, “Fire”, and “Edgeless” respectively embroidered on their clothes.

Lin Bai understood at a glance, these were the Elders from the Four Major Sects in charge of recruiting disciples at this event.

But as Lin Bai continued to look closely,

He saw that none of the Elders from the Four Major Sects spoke to one another.

Particularly the Elder from the Spirit Sword Sect, he wore a cold expression of dissatisfaction on his face.

While the Elders of Canghai Yuntai Palace and the Fire Palace were merrily engaged in conversation.

As for the Elder from the Edgeless Sect, he closed his eyes in meditation as soon as he got on stage, displaying an attitude of indifference towards the ongoing event.

“Silence!”

After stepping onto the stage, the Lingxi City Lord called out, unleashing a force that swept across the field.

The second wave of silence settled over the audience, which had already grown quiet.

“These four gentlemen are the Elders dispatched by the Four Major Sects for this recruitment event!”

“This is Elder Murong Qi, from Canghai Yuntai Palace!”

“This is Elder Xiao Tianchu, from the Fire Palace.”

“This is Elder Ling Han, from the Edgeless Sect.”

“And this is Elder Ji Bei, from the Spirit Sword Sect.”

“We greet the Four Elders and the Lingxi City Lord.”

After the introduction from the Lingxi City Lord, all warriors bowed in respect.

The Lingxi City Lord waited for the warriors to finish their salute then continued, “This recruitment competition will be held in the Heavenly Hidden Valley.”

“Tokens have been placed in the Heavenly Hidden Valley last night.”

“Each token is worth one point.

The competition will last for half a day, and the ranking will be determined according to the points obtained at the end.”

The Lingxi City Lord chuckled as he added, “As we all know, in this world, warriors are revered.

Depending on how well you perform today, you can draw more attention, and have the opportunity to join one of the stronger sects among the Four Major Sects.”

“So, warriors of Lingxi City, give your best.

The world is yours!”

“Thank you, City Lord.

We will certainly live up to your expectations!” The warriors once again expressed their gratitude towards the Lingxi City Lord.

The Lingxi City Lord laughed, exuding an air of confidence and determination.

“Very well, those who wish to participate in the martial arts competition, follow me to the Heavenly Hidden Valley.”

“The rest, wait here.”

Just as the Lingxi City Lord was about to order his men to lead the warriors away,

“Wait!”

Murong Qi, the Elder from Canghai Yuntai Palace, stood up with a smile.

“Hehe, Elder Murong, do you have anything to add?” The Lingxi City Lord asked with a smile.

“Not really, just that I’ve been entrusted to pre-select a warrior,” Murong Qi said calmly.

Pre-selection?

The warriors all gasped in surprise.

Being pre-selected by Canghai Yuntai Palace, how exceptional must the person be!

“I’m curious, who has been pre-selected by Canghai Yuntai Palace?” asked the Lingxi City Lord, equally curious.

Murong Qi stepped forward, his sharp gaze sweeping across the square, “Is Lin Zi’er present?”