Su Hao nodded, “If I understand correctly, it is indeed the Nascent Soul realm. Master, you know, I am a genius.”
Now, everyone heard clearly that he was indeed Feng Ling’s disciple and indeed in the Nascent Soul realm.
Then, they collectively remained silent: “…”
Feng Ling had watched Su Hao’s cultivation progress step by step and had even guided him in the beginning. She knew better than anyone else how long Su Hao had been cultivating. It was precisely because of this that she understood the terrifying extent of Su Hao’s cultivation speed. Even though Su Hao admitted it himself now, she still found it hard to convince herself it was true. Even if she knew Su Hao never lied about such things, she couldn’t help but curse inwardly, “But you’re bullsh*ting me! Genius my ass! Is this something a person can do? What the hell…”
As she cursed, a sense of despair slowly engulfed Feng Ling, but then rose again from that despair, “Didn’t I say I wouldn’t care about whatever Feng Wei does anymore? Feng Ling, oh Feng Ling, how can you be so easily shaken? Even if Feng Wei becomes an immortal tomorrow, you shouldn’t even furrow your brows!”
Everyone didn’t know what to say. Originally, they thought this handsome guy seemed quite spirited, but now, upon closer inspection, everything felt off.
The slight nervousness and anxiety caused by the bell ringing had dissipated quite a bit.
Their first reaction was disbelief, but their spiritual awareness wouldn’t lie. Golden Core cultivators couldn’t disguise themselves as Nascent Soul cultivators, even if there were techniques to deceive spiritual awareness. But standing so close, who could they fool?
Their second reaction was, could this be an unparalleled genius? But even unparalleled geniuses couldn’t be like this, right? What was going on?
Finally, a thought popped into their heads: “Could it be that I’m just too incompetent?”
…
Su Hao was already accustomed to everyone’s reactions and didn’t care about the impact on them.
Most people who compared themselves to him would suffer a great blow, but soon after, they would regain their confidence. Because they would soon realize that Su Hao wasn’t the benchmark they should use for comparison. Using Su Hao as a reference was meaningless.
Look at the people around him! Those were the real targets to chase after!
Yashan looked at these ignorant cultivators with a sense of superiority rising in his heart, “Are you all dumbfounded? The greatness of Boss Wei cannot be imagined by you!”
Feng Cheng’s eyes gradually turned red, a feeling of worship emanating from his soul. It manifested as fervent faith as Feng Cheng yelled hysterically, “Senior Brother Feng Wei is the omnipotent true immortal!”
Feng Yuer appeared much calmer, but her expression was still dumbfounded as she looked at Su Hao, feeling extremely conflicted in her heart, “Just a few years ago, we were all in the Qi Induction realm, and now… it’s only been a short time… and he’s in the Nascent Soul realm!”
The reactions of the surrounding cultivators varied, but they were all trying to explain this phenomenon using their own understanding.
“Perhaps he had been cultivating for a long time before joining the sect.”
“Maybe he accidentally consumed some miraculous pill.”
“Perhaps he received personal guidance from the sect master.”
“Maybe… it’s fake!”
……
No matter what, everyone thought they had found the truth and quickly regained their composure, their eyes filled with envy: if only I could advance to the Nascent Soul realm…
Soon, they found confidence from Su Hao: “If he can break through to the Nascent Soul realm, why can’t I? It doesn’t seem that difficult!”
In just a moment, the atmosphere became lively, whispers turning into loud conversations, and the scene became lively!
Meanwhile, Su Hao waited quietly in place, his spiritual awareness covering the entire sect, monitoring every move of the cultivators, including the six Unity-stage cultivators who were six thousand meters away.
They seemed to be waiting for the disciples of the Yunzhong Valley to gather in front of the disciple register before making an appearance.
The thirty Nascent Soul cultivators had also received the news early and were quietly waiting in the distance.
Feng Yesuang glanced at the four Nascent Soul elders of the Wind lineage beside him, frowning, “Has Qianye not returned yet?”
The Elder Feng immediately replied, “Master, more than a year ago, Elder Qianye went out, and has not returned since. It seems… it seems she is at a critical breakthrough.”
Feng Yesuang didn’t speak anymore, but cast his gaze into the distance, lost in thought.
…
After a while, almost all the disciples of the Yunzhong Valley had gathered in front of the disciple register, forming a bustling crowd, numbering at least a thousand!
However, compared to the peak moment when there were over two thousand people, it was still far from enough!
Less than half of the Golden Core and below cultivators who had escaped the disaster at Lingshan Continent were present.
However, from the expressions of the cultivators present, there was no sign of sadness. It seemed they were used to it. They all understood that cultivation was an irreversible path, and dying on the way was normal.
Who knows, maybe the next one to die would be themselves?
Cultivation aimed for longevity, but the more one cultivated, the farther away longevity seemed.
“Here they come!” Su Hao glanced at a platform in front of the disciple records.
Suddenly, six cultivators, two men and four women, appeared on the platform, overlooking the crowd below.
This was the first time he had seen the Unity-stage cultivators in the Yunzhong Valley, the six leaders of the lineages. He couldn’t help but take a few more glances, so as to recognize them and avoid future misunderstandings.
Thirty Nascent Soul cultivators followed closely behind, appearing silently, scanning the crowd below.
As they settled, Yun Xiao and the other five lineage masters, along with the thirty Nascent Soul cultivators, were startled and all looked down at Su Hao.
Then a thought popped into their heads: “When did another Nascent Soul cultivator appear?”
In their eyes, it was simply impossible for a Nascent Soul realm cultivator to suddenly appear!
Because if they had no blood relation with the lineage master, all newly born Nascent Soul cultivators were just “spiritual beings” providing spiritual energy from the same source!
In other words, without the lineage master’s consent, newly born Nascent Soul cultivators were not allowed to exist!
The Sect Master Yun Xiao frowned, but didn’t speak, his gaze flickering over Su Hao.
Yu Feixian was surprised and said, “Where did this Nascent Soul cultivator come from? Why have I never heard of him before? Does anyone recognize him?”
At this moment, Elder Feng, who had met Su Hao before, carefully examined him and said uncertainly, “I do have some impression of this person. Some years ago, he received a senior brother token from me, and I once summoned him for a conversation. However, I forgot the specifics of when it happened, and I don’t remember his name. He is indeed a disciple of our Wind lineage.”
Wu Yao said, “This person has short hair, could it be Feng Wei? Doesn’t seem like it!”
The Wind lineage’s Master, Feng Yesuang, said lightly, “No need to speculate. We’ll know soon enough.”
Hearing this, everyone had to suppress their curiosity and remain silent.
Sect Master Yun Xiao looked down below, his gaze passing over the crowd, seemingly penetrating the earth and looking into the unknown depths.
The cultivators below all looked up at the platform, apparently noticing that the core figures of the Yunzhong Valley had appeared. Soon, the scene quieted down, and the disciples waited quietly for the lineage masters and elders to enlighten them.
Nine tolls of the bell, what could it mean?
Today, all the leaders of the six lineages had appeared, and all the elders had gathered in one place.
The disciples all felt an unusual atmosphere, and the entire disciple register area was filled with solemnity.
Something extraordinary was bound to happen!
Just as everyone was speculating, Sect Master Yun Xiao withdrew his gaze and looked down at the disciples below, saying softly, “All disciples of the Yunzhong Valley!”
His voice was faint but clear, carrying an unquestionable tone that reached everyone’s ears.
Then, he pointed a finger towards the distant mountains and said, “Repel all invading enemies beyond the gates of the sect!”
After saying this, Yun Xiao waved his hand, turning into a streak of light and flying away.
The other five lineage masters followed suit and left.
The disciples below erupted in an instant! Their faces were filled with panic and excitement!
The panic was because they feared the upcoming battle.
The excitement was because of Sect Master Yun Xiao’s domineering aura, deeply imprinted in their minds.
Although it was only two sentences, the momentum of invincibility had already taken root in their hearts.
Su Hao thought to himself, “I thought there would be a lot more to say, but just two sentences did the trick. The effect is much better than a long speech! This Sect Master really has some personality.”
Just then, Elder Feng flashed beside Su Hao, smiling and saying, “Nephew, breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm is truly a cause for celebration! Why don’t you come with me to discuss countermeasures with the elders?”
Su Hao replied, “Elder Feng, you can decide on your own. You don’t need to consider my opinion.”
Elder Feng said, “No problem! Just listen quietly on the side and get to know the elders of the sect!”
