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Time flew by.
The Sinking Feather River was as calm as ever, with only the gentle water flowing from the west to the east.
A two-meter-long boat made of black wood, shaped like a sword, was crossing the river at an astonishing speed. A thin old man in a black robe stood on the boat with his hands clasped behind his back. Because the boat was moving so fast, it caused the air to flow backward and formed a strong wind, causing his robe to flutter.
This small boat seemed to be constantly pushed by an invisible hand, and also seemed to be dragged by an invisible fish. Its speed was extremely fast, and even lightning was not enough to describe it. In reality, this old man was using his own strength to push it, which was why it could be so fast. Compared to the black wooden boat of the Great Feather Trading Company that Chen Zong had ridden that day, its speed was at least two to three times faster.
"A mere Energy Refining cultivator can be conferred as a Grand Scholar of a dynasty. He is indeed extraordinary …"
This thin old man in a black robe was the Third Elder of the Unhindered Sword Sect. He was ordered by Sect Master Lin Zhonghan to cross the river and go to the Cloud Dragon Dynasty to investigate Chen Zong's background.
As an Inner Sect Elder of a low-rank Sect and a Transcendent powerhouse, he naturally had his own methods. In just a few days, he had investigated Chen Zong's basic information clearly.
He was a disciple of the Marquis of Lin Shan, a Grand Scholar of the dynasty, the champion of the first genius competition in the Three Fierce City, and so on.
There was nothing suspicious about his background. According to the investigation, his temperament seemed to be good, and he was a genius worth cultivating.
After the investigation, the Third Elder naturally would not stay in the three dynasties. He left as soon as possible to cross the river and return to the Unhindered Sword Sect.
Arriving at the dock of River Feather City, the Third Elder waved his hand and immediately put the two-meter-long black wooden boat into a small gray bag. The people around were stunned and thought they were seeing things.
But when they rubbed their eyes and looked again, they found that the old man in a black robe had disappeared, as if it was an illusion.
In the entire Unhindered Sword Sect, the Third Elder was the fastest besides the reclusive Grand Elders. Even Sect Master Lin Zhonghan could not compare with him in this regard.
Like an aurora, he flew towards the Heavenly Rainbow Peak where the Unhindered Sword Sect was located.
Once they arrived, they passed through the mountain gate and flew toward the Zhangzheng Sword Hall.
"In that case, this Chen Zong has a clean background and a good temperament. He's worth nurturing." Lin Zhonghan nodded after listening to Third Elder's report.
"If that's the case, then let's have Chen Zong participate in the Sect's Sword Son assessment. Whether or not he can become the Sect's Sword Son will depend on his own ability," the First Elder said.
After the final decision was made, the news quickly spread.
"Chen Zong, congratulations. The investigation is complete. You are qualified for the Sect's Sword Son assessment." Li Qingye was overjoyed. He hoped that Chen Zong could pass the assessment and become the Sect's Sword Son. In this way, not only would it prove that his judgment was extraordinary, he would also be rewarded by the Sect. Most importantly, Chen Zong would receive the resources of the Sect and be specially trained by the Sect. His future was limitless. It would not be difficult for him to surpass Li Qingye in the future. When the time came, he would also be able to help Li Qingye if he needed help.
In the end, this was equivalent to an early investment.
Of course, if Chen Zong was an ungrateful person, Li Qingye would at most be rewarded by the Sect. However, Li Qingye observed that Chen Zong was not that kind of person.
…
In the Unhindered Sword Hall.
Sect Master Lin Zhonghan and four Elders were all present. There were also eight other people.
Among the eight people, four were outer sect Elders, including Li Qingye. The other four were people who were going to participate in the Sect's Sword Son assessment.
Yan Hua, Xiao Jinpeng, Chen Zong, and the last person who had just arrived last night had an arrogant expression. His eyes were filled with arrogance, and there was a hint of arrogance in them. He was extraordinary, and it was as if he did not take Chen Zong and the others seriously.
"Four elders, I'll confirm it again. Are you sure you want to use the only chance you have to recommend the four of them to participate in the Sword Son test?" Lin Zhonghan's voice was loud and clear as it reverberated through the Sword Hall.
"I'm sure," Li Qingye replied in an incomparably firm tone.
"I'm also sure," the second outer sect Elder said. He recommended Yan Hua because he and Yan Hua were master and disciple.
"I'm sure." The third outer sect Elder also said. He recommended Xiao Jinpeng because he and Xiao Jinpeng came from the same family and recognized Xiao Jinpeng's talent and potential.
"I'm very sure," the fourth Elder said. The fourth Elder also said. He had spent a lot of effort to find this young man by promising him all kinds of benefits.
"In my opinion, there's no need for this so-called assessment. Just hand over the identity of the Sect's Sword Son." The arrogant young man brought by the fourth outer sect Elder said without any trace of politeness.
In terms of arrogance, even Xiao Jinpeng could not compare to him.
"Elder Wu, you have yet to introduce this young man." The Great Elder's gaze swept past the young man's face and landed on the fourth outer sect Elder.
"Reporting to Sect Master, four elders, this young man is called Long Zhangzhi." Elder Wu quickly said. There was a hint of pride in his words.
"Long Zhangzhi!"
Chen Zong realized that no matter if it was the Sect Master, the four inner sect Elders, or the others, there was a flash of astonishment on their faces. It was as if this name contained a special magic power.
Looking at Long Zhangzhi, his face was filled with arrogance, as if this was a very amazing name.
At this moment, Chen Zong was even more puzzled.
Chen Zong, who had just arrived at the Longtu Dynasty, did not know that Long Zhangzhi's name was not the reason why everyone was surprised. It was because of his surname.
The royal family of the Longtu Dynasty had the surname Long.
Ever since the Longtu Dynasty unified the entire region and changed its name to the Longtu Region, they issued an edict that those with the surname Long who did not have the royal family's bloodline in their body must change their surname or leave the Longtu Region, or swear eternal loyalty to the royal family.
Therefore, those with the surname Long were considered members of the royal family even if they did not have the royal family's bloodline. In addition, since the edict was issued hundreds of years ago, the people with the surname Long married and their bloodline gradually mixed. Almost everyone with the surname Long had the royal family's bloodline.
Generally speaking, those with the surname Long belonged to the royal family and would not join other Sects. This was because the royal family of the Longtu Dynasty was a powerful Sect, and it was a high-grade sect. It was many times stronger than the Unhindered Sword Sect.
"The assessment of the Sword Son was passed down by our ancestors. It's the tradition of the Unhindered Sword Sect. How can we change it just like that?" Sect Master Lin Zhonghan was surprised, but he still spoke up. He was not humble just because of the surname Long.
What a joke! Even if he was facing a prince of the royal family, as long as the other party's cultivation had not reached the Transcendent Realm, he did not need to be humble. He only needed to treat him with respect.
Moreover, this person was definitely not a prince. He was not even a direct descendant of the royal family.
"Young Master Long, this is indeed the rule of the Unhindered Sword Sect." Elder Wu explained, trying to curry favor with Long Tianyu. The Sect Master and the four Inner Sect Elders frowned.
"Rules are dead, but people are alive. If the rules are not changed, you will be eliminated sooner or later." Long Zhangzhi sneered as he spoke with confidence, "Or do you think that my seven-star combat strength is not enough to make you change?"
"Seven Star combat strength!"
Hearing this, everyone was shocked.
Long Tianyu had not been trained by the Sect's Sword Son and he already had Seven Star combat strength. If he was trained, he would definitely become even stronger.
For a moment, it seemed to be able to move people, but in the blink of an eye, this feeling was shattered and expelled. The Sect's rules had to be changed, but some rules could not be changed. Once they were changed, they would lose their purpose.
"The assessment will begin in the afternoon. Everyone should go back and prepare." Sect Master Lin Zhonghan said directly, not giving Long Zhangzhi any more explanation.
There was no need.
He was just a trivial Force Refining cultivator. What qualifications did he have for a Transcendent Realm master to personally explain to him, let alone a Sect Master?
The Force Refining Realm was still the Force Refining Realm. Potential was still potential. If one had not reached the Transcendent Realm, it meant that one might not be able to reach the Transcendent Realm.
Even if one could become a Transcendent Realm master in the future, it would not be done in a short time. Moreover, which Transcendent Realm master did not have a firm will? Which Transcendent Realm master did not have a proud and unyielding character?
Long Zhangzhi's expression changed, secretly feeling annoyed, but he did not say anything. Originally, he planned to wave his sleeves and leave, but in the end, he forced himself to hold back because this Sword Son of the Unhindered Sword Sect was indeed useful to him.
Although his surname was Long, he only had a trace of the Imperial Family's bloodline.
It was still morning, and there were still a few hours before the afternoon assessment began. These few hours were perfect for those who would be participating in the assessment to prepare.
In fact, there was nothing special to prepare. It was nothing more than adjusting one's state of mind and spirit to their peak, so they could participate in the assessment in a better state, nothing more.
"You three, withdraw from the assessment yourselves."
Not long after leaving the Unhindered Sword Hall, Long Zhangzhi caught up with Chen Zong's group and blocked their way, speaking in a stiff tone.
"It's better if you withdraw yourself."
Xiao Jin Peng and Yan Hua did not know how to answer, but Chen Zong spoke first. Compared to the others, Chen Zong had fewer scruples. First, Chen Zong did not know the identity of the other party, and second, even if he knew, Chen Zong would not be afraid.
Seven-star battle strength, so what?
"Good, very good, I will remember you." Long Zhangzhi frowned at first, then laughed out of extreme anger, "After I become the Sword Son, get out of the Unhindered Sword Sect."
It was as if he had already passed the assessment and become the Sect's Sword Son, holding great power.
After saying those threatening words, Long Zhangzhi turned and left.
Chen Zong did not care about the other party's threat, but Xiao Jin Peng and Yan Hua's expressions changed.
Only then did Chen Zongcai realize that there was actually such a reason behind it. No matter if it was Xiao Jinpeng or Yan Hua, both of them were clearly apprehensive of the strength of the Royal Clan. After all, the Royal Clan was the strongest power in the Longtu Region. Even ten Unhindered Sword Sects wouldn't be a match for the Royal Clan.
Compared to the two of them who were deeply worried, Chen Zong did not care too much. However, he also knew that he had to obtain the sect's Sword Son. Otherwise, he would probably be suppressed in various ways, which would be extremely detrimental to his future cultivation.
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