Chapter 36: Selected

Based on the talent Shen Qingyi had shown, even if she was not a disciple of their Tianshui Peak, other Peak Masters and Elders from different peaks would be competing to have her. In the future, treasures like elixirs would certainly not be lacking for her.

Therefore, there was naturally no need to be surprised over a mere few items that couldn’t even be considered low-grade elixirs.

After finishing the elixir, sensing that Shen Qingyi was absorbing the elixir’s medicinal power, Chu Yuliang did not disturb her further and stood to the side, waiting for the others who were also undergoing the test.

Of course, the people participating in the Lingdao Sect disciple test were not just Shen Qingyi’s group.

But after each round of screening, not many were left, not even reaching one-tenth of the original participants.

Once everyone had gathered, Chu Yuliang gave a quick scan and had a rough understanding of the general situation regarding this Sect’s disciple recruitment.

“Congratulations to you all. From this moment on, you are a disciple of our Lingdao Sect!”

The people below listened to Chu Yuliang’s words, their eyes lighting up.

Just the phrase ‘Lingdao Sect disciple’ was enough to make one’s heart surge with excitement!

“Your performances during the several tests were observed by the Seniors of the Sect and have been categorized accordingly. Some of you will enter the Inner Sect, some may even be taken as disciples by an Elder or a Peak Master, or even become Personal Disciples. However, some will only enter the Chores Peak. I believe everyone had some understanding of this before entering.”

“But, if any of you become complacent because of this, or become disheartened and stop striving, then I tell you, you have already lost! This is merely your first step into the Lingdao Sect! This is only the first step within the Lingdao Sect! The Cultivation World is vast beyond measure! Compared to it, the Lingdao Sect is but a drop in the ocean!”

“The future does not stop at what lies before you now!”

Everyone looked at Chu Yuliang on the high platform, listening to his forceful and resounding words, their blood boiling with fervor.

In the side hall, Elder Qi and his group also received their corresponding rewards.

Elder Qi held the Storage Bag in his hand, his heart feeling a slight heaviness.

In the Water Mirror, his own descendant had entered the Lingdao Sect, and that little girl had also entered the Lingdao Sect.

The reward he now held in his hand was merely the reward an ordinary Lingdao Sect disciple should receive. If either of the two entered the Inner Sect, or gained the favor of a certain Senior, then the reward would be much richer.

Although Linger’s performance was also good, among all the candidates, she was not outstanding.

But that little girl’s performance could absolutely be said to be among the best of this group.

It really fit that saying, sometimes the unplanned things bear the sweetest fruit.

The people beside him saw the Storage Bag in Elder Qi’s hand and could not help feeling somewhat sour.

“Brother Qi, this trip of yours went well indeed. With those two, Elder Qi’s future looks promising.”

“That might not be certain. Who can say clearly in the Cultivation World? The Cultivation World treasures geniuses, but those who can grow and become true powerhouses are the real geniuses.”

“They are still young now, they haven’t experienced the storms and strife of the Cultivation World, they are still full of passion. Once they have experienced it, they will understand all the complexities within. Sometimes, good talent does not mean everything.”

“Hah, some people are just sour. If you have the skill, go and find a talented genius yourself! Talent is also part of one’s own capability!”

“You!”

Elder Qi paid no attention to the sour remarks around him, focusing intently on the scene in the Water Mirror.

When he saw Qi Linger being led away somewhat awkwardly by the Lingdao Sect disciples, his eyes couldn’t help but grow slightly sore.

After all, she was a child whom both he and the family had cherished and doted on as she grew up.

Now that she had entered the Lingdao Sect, the next time they might meet could be many years later, or perhaps it would be a final farewell…

Shen Qingyi watched as the people around her gradually grew fewer and fewer, until finally, only fewer than fifty people remained in the vast square.