In the Elder Council, all of the elders of the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion and above were seated in a room, and the atmosphere was extremely tense.
"It wasn't easy for the books in the Hall of Sword Wisdom to be tidied up, but they suddenly sensed the Sword Intent, causing them to fall from the shelves," Elder Wei said.
"The massive sword left behind by the founder of the Mountain Gate collapsed completely, causing the Mountain Gate to succumb to the pressure," the round-faced elder said.
"The disciples who were taking the test in the Sword God Hall were all suppressed, resulting in them sustaining injuries …" another elder clasped his fist and reported.
"I believe everyone here should have some understanding of what has happened."
After everyone was done reporting everything that had happened, Elder He, who was at the very center, stood up and surveyed the surroundings.
"Yes!"
The crowd nodded.
"Ever since the founding of our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion, other than the founder who comprehended the Gods' Sword Intent, even the most talented juniors were only able to comprehend the Ten Li Sword Intent. But now, someone has managed to comprehend the founder's Sword Intent, causing the massive sword to succumb to the pressure, causing all of the Sword Manuals to submit to it. What do you all have to say for yourselves? "
Elder He asked.
"It's the fortune of our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion to have such a genius. Back then, our founder made a name for himself with a single battle. He stole half a 'Sword God' from the Hall of Gods, and that's how the Sword God Hall came to be! "
An elder stood up in agitation. "For the past several thousand years, our juniors have tried their best to regain our former glory, but it's a pity that we've never succeeded. Now that someone has managed to comprehend the founder's Sword Intent, it's only a matter of time before our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion rises again!"
"Indeed. Of the Six Sects, even Starchaser Palace, which is able to communicate with the gods, dares not use the word 'God' in their name. Only our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion has the Sword God Hall! But now, someone has managed to comprehend the Gods' Sword Intent as well. As long as we groom him well, we might just be able to fill in the gap and become the Sword God Pavilion, standing on the same level as the Ethereal Hall! "
"Countless juniors of our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion have fought valiantly for this' God ', but we've never succeeded. But now, we can finally see hope …"
Several elders stood up at the same time, all of them filled with excitement.
"Only by comprehending the Gods' Sword Intent will we be able to snatch the remaining 'Sword God' from the Hall of Gods! This is the glory of our Sword Firmament Pavilion's younger generation! "
Elder He nodded as he clenched his fists tightly.
The Forsaken Continent was a place abandoned by the Gods. If one wanted to obtain the approval of the Gods, there was only one way, and that was … to obtain the words bestowed by the Gods!
The Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion was the only sect of the Six Sects that had been bestowed with a character. However, it was only half a character, so it was not qualified to be placed in the main hall of the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion.
He stood in front of the mountain gate for more than thirty years, regardless of the weather, just to experience the charm of his ancestor and grasp this invincible sword will.
Unfortunately, he was still unable to grasp the main points.
Now that someone had succeeded, even if it wasn't him, it was still the greatest fortune for the entire sect!
"Pass down my order. Immediately investigate who comprehended this sword intent! If you find out who this person is, immediately report to me. There must be no mistakes! "
A glint flashed across Elder He's eyes as he instructed, "Also, this matter is a top secret. No one is to speak of it to anyone else. Anyone who reveals it will be deemed as a traitor to the sect, and the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion will hunt them down!"
"Yes!"
Everyone's faces turned grim.
Elder He nodded. "You're dismissed. Find out who the disciple is, and I'll report this matter to the sect leader so that he can reward you personally!"
"The sect leader will reward you personally?"
Everyone's eyes reddened in agitation.
The sect leader's strength was unfathomable, and he was the one who would reward them personally.
Just as everyone was filled with agitation, a voice suddenly sounded in the air.
"Elder He, Outer Elder Lu Yun requests an audience!"
"Lu Yun?"
Elder He frowned.
There were many elders in the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion, but the standing of outer elders was simply too low.
"What's the matter?"
"He said that he has found a genius in swordsmanship, and he's here to report it to you. He's requesting for an inner disciple slot!"
The voice replied.
"A genius in swordsmanship?" Elder He's eyebrows shot up. "Let him in!"
The reason why he had gathered everyone here for this meeting was to find the genius who had comprehended the Gods' Sword Intent. The sudden appearance of the young man had left him agitated.
It didn't take long for Elder Lu Yun to arrive.
"What do you mean by a genius in swordsmanship?"
Elder He asked curiously.
"It's like this. I'm in charge of recruiting outer disciples and menial disciples, and when I was passing by Starlight City …"
Elder Lu Yun swiftly went through everything that had happened, including how World's Edge had defeated Huo Jianghe so easily, and how Dan Xiaotian had expanded his Sword Intent to 499 meters.
"This is the jade token he left behind in the Sword God Hall …"
"He's only at Ancient Sage 1-dan, but he's already able to extend his Sword Intent to nearly a li?"
Elder He widened his eyes in astonishment.
He wasn't the only one. All of the elders in the hall also widened their eyes in disbelief.
The depth of one's comprehension of swordsmanship depended on one's talent and capability. However, without sufficient strength, it was impossible for one to seal one's Sword Intent within one's body. For an Ancient Sage 1-dan cultivator to be able to comprehend nearly a li of sword intent …
To think that he would be able to surpass most of the core disciples!
"Could it be him?"
The round-faced elder turned to look at him.
"Ancient Sage 1-dan, seventeen years old. It's unlikely for him to have comprehended the Gods' Sword Intent, and even if he did, he wouldn't have been able to withstand such overwhelming might. However, I have to admit that he's a top-notch genius!"
Elder He nodded.
Even someone of his cultivation realm might not be able to withstand the Gods' Sword Intent, so how could a seventeen-year-old Ancient Sage 1-dan young man possibly do it?
That shouldn't be the case.
"Since he's a genius, our Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion won't mistreat him. Dan Xiaotian will be promoted to an inner disciple immediately, and he'll be treated as a core disciple. Once he reaches Pseudo Immortal realm, he'll be promoted straight away!"
Elder He paused for a moment before continuing. "Elder Lu Yun, you've contributed greatly to our sect. You'll be bestowed with a True Immortal Pill, and Elder Wu and Elder Bai will help you push for a breakthrough to True Immortal realm. If you succeed, you'll be promoted to an inner elder immediately! "
"Thank you, Elder He!"
Hearing such a huge reward, Elder Lu Yun immediately kneeled onto the floor.
The True Immortal Pill was one of the most precious pills in the sect. Every single one of them was incomparably rare, and it was not something that could be bought with money.
If a Heavenly Pseudo Immortal realm expert were to consume one, their chances of achieving a breakthrough would be increased by twenty percent. If he could obtain the True Immortal Pill, his chances of achieving a breakthrough would surely increase significantly!
Not to mention, he would have two elders protecting him!
It could be said that it would no longer be difficult for him to become an inner elder!
"There's no need to stand on ceremony. This is the rule of the sect, so there's no need to stand on ceremony. When you become an inner elder, you'll be in charge of getting in touch with Dan Xiaotian. If there's anything out of the ordinary, report it to me right away! "
Elder He instructed.
"Yes!" Elder Lu Yun and Zhang Lai left excitedly.
"Un!" After Zhang Lai left, Elder He swept his gaze across the crowd and said, "Alright, you're dismissed. Remember what I've said earlier. As long as we find that genius, we'll reward you even more handsomely than Elder Lu!"
"Yes!"
The crowd hurriedly left the room.
While Dan Xiaotian was a genius, the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion had no lack of such people. Even among the core disciples, there were many whose cultivation exceeded one li to two li.
While they were shocked, they did not attract too much attention.
Soon, only Elder He and the round-faced elder were left in the room.
"Are you intending to send a message to the sect leader?"
The round-faced elder asked.
"This matter is of great importance, so we have to inform the sect leader as soon as possible," Elder He replied.
"The Sect Master is currently discussing with the other Sect Masters about the [Heavenly Bridge] that happens once every hundred years! Surely we won't disturb him if we send a message at this time? "
The round-faced elder asked worriedly.
"That shouldn't be the case. Even if we don't send a message to the sect leader, the other sects will surely do so. It'll be troublesome if the sect leader doesn't know about it before the others arrive!" Elder He nodded. He took out a unique jade token and tapped it lightly. A message was imprinted on it, and as if it had been set ablaze, it vanished into thin air.
…
On the peak of a mountain of unfathomable height, there were white clouds and soaring cranes. Beneath a pine tree, a few figures were seated in a circle.
The sound of flowing water could be heard, and a fragrant aroma lingered in the air. From afar, it looked like a fairyland.
"I think that we should just stick to the old pattern. There's no need for us to start over again!"
A beautiful woman picked up a teacup and said calmly.
"The old pattern is indeed not bad, and it's reasonable, but we've never succeeded after so many years. I fear that we'll end up repeating the same mistake!"
An elder said.
"Do you have any better ideas than the old pattern? Why don't you share them with us? "
The lady sneered coldly.
"Du Qingyuan, your Starchaser Palace is the only one among the Six Sects that can communicate with the Hall of Gods, so you should have the greatest understanding of it. The reason why we're gathered here today is to hear your opinion. Are you unwilling to speak, or are you intending to remain here forever? If I'm not mistaken, your lifespan should be reaching its limit soon, right? "
A middle-aged man asked with a frown.
"We do have the ability to communicate with the Hall of Gods, but you should understand what kind of existence the Hall of Gods is. Just because we're able to communicate with it doesn't mean that we understand it. Also, while my lifespan is indeed reaching its limit, if you think that our Starchaser Palace must find a way to bully us, why don't we have a duel? The victor shall be the first to speak! "
Du Qingyuan said as she looked at the middle-aged man.
"Enough, we're gathered here to discuss important matters, so let's not argue!"
The elder who had spoken earlier shook his head and said, "Sect Leader Qin, you should stop arguing. Palace Master Du, you should know that Sect Leader Qin has always been like this. There's no way that we'll be able to come to a conclusion if we continue to discuss this matter like this. I have already contacted Hall Master Kong of the Ethereal Hall, and he should be here very soon … "
Before Du Qingyuan could finish her words, a scholarly middle-aged man dressed in a long robe suddenly appeared before everyone with a faint smile on his face.
"It seems like Brother Han understands me well."
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