Chapter 23: Qingxin Hall

Elder Shi taking a disciple was a big event.

Huadi Peak, as the main peak of Lingdao Sect’s founding Ancestor’s lineage, had been a major pillar supporting Lingdao Sect in the past. But ever since the three previous generations of Patriarchs, it had begun to decline.

Coupled with the great changes in the world, the cultivation techniques of Huadi Peak had many more restrictions. Recruited disciples found it even more difficult to practice them.

By the time of Elder Shi, his branch had dwindled to just him and Elder Xia.

Over the years, the Sect had not failed to consider recruiting disciples for Elder Shi, but all attempts ended in failure.

Now that they finally had such a candidate, the Sect naturally wanted to act quickly.

Although Huadi Peak’s techniques were peculiar and difficult to cultivate, once successfully practiced, the combat power could be said to have few rivals among peers.

These Elite Disciples were here at these testing sites to observe, following the words of the Sect’s Leader, Martial Uncle Wen Hai.

What were they looking for?

Of course, to watch out early for the figure of that destined disciple and be responsible for their safety.

And also to keep an eye out for any other talented disciples.

Although Lingdao Sect was one Sect, there was competitive relationships between its various peaks.

The Elders and Peak Masters of each peak also wanted to take disciples.

So those who came to watch naturally also kept an eye out for their own peaks.

With a single glance, Ning Yunan really spotted several promising seedlings.

He couldn’t tell about those who were too young and hadn’t cultivated, but those few who were young, had decent cultivation, and had steady auras likely had good aptitude.

Ning Yunan felt good after finding these promising seeds with one glance.

He looked at the Zedi Sect Elder with much more kindness.

“As for the test, Lingdao Sect naturally has its own arrangements.”

Hearing this, the Zedi Sect Elder said no more.

Following the Lingdao Sect disciple responsible for escorting them, they soon arrived before a large palace.

The attendant in front raised a hand, signaling the group to stop.

“Qingxin Hall has been reached! Escorts halt! Test-takers enter!”

The escorting Cultivators, along with the Zedi Sect Elder, were all made to stay behind.

Seeing this, some of the younger test-takers grew somewhat panicked, looking anxiously at those who had escorted them.

Seeing this, Ning Yunan spoke up.

“Do not worry, this is normal procedure. Anyone who wishes to participate in Lingdao Sect’s disciple recruitment test must pass through this Qingxin Hall.”

The Lingdao Sect disciple who brought them also explained.

“Qingxin Hall is a must-pass place for all who wish to enter Lingdao Sect. Everyone can rest assured, all who harbor genuine intentions without malice or evil thoughts towards Lingdao Sect will pass through unharmed. If anyone has ulterior motives, I advise them to stay here, otherwise they bear the consequences themselves!”

This was clear enough, and everyone looked at each other.

The Cultivator’s voice seemed to carry a certain rhythm, gradually calming the previously unsettled crowd.

“In half an incense stick’s time, those who wish to continue the test shall step into this Qingxin Hall. Those unwilling, step back.”

Shen Qingyi looked at the grand and imposing Main Hall. The two characters “Qingxin” on the plaque above the door seemed to truly possess some effect.

With one glance, Shen Qingyi’s heart couldn’t help but give a fierce jolt.

Her Divine Soul even trembled slightly. And right at that moment, a gentle warmth spread from her abdomen, awakening Shen Qingyi’s consciousness.

Shen Qingyi quickly lowered her head.

But her heart was not calm. That force just now seemed like it wanted to see through her very soul.

It was terrifying indeed.

The power of the Cultivation World was truly mysterious and formidable!