I Just Want to Cultivate Quietly and Farm

Chapter 720: Chapter 387: Sect Lineage’s Disciple Selection (Part 2)

After witnessing the grand event held by the Seven Profound Sect, Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen, the two Integration Realm powerhouses, left first. With their departure, the solemn and grand atmosphere of the ceremony slightly diminished, but it also allowed everyone present to breathe a sigh of relief. After all, the majesty and aura of Integration Realm powerhouses placed immense pressure on everyone, leaving no room for negligence.

The personal presence of the two Sword Masters from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect at the ceremony undoubtedly gave great prestige to Li Mu, the Sect Master of the Seven Profound Sect. Numerous esteemed guests congratulated him, fully aware that having the attendance of two Sword Masters from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect was no easy feat.

As the distinguished guests gradually departed, the grand ceremony of the Seven Profound Sect came to a close. However, the lively atmosphere within the sect remained undiminished. Immediately following the ceremony, the subsequent events began—the sect’s disciple tournament, and the apprenticeship ceremony afterwards, had already commenced.

At the tournament venue, dozens of arenas were arranged side by side, resembling a giant dragon stretching and winding. Disciples of all ages were eager and prepared to showcase their abilities on the stage.

Soon, the battles began on each arena. Disciples showcased their skills, with sword qi and dazzling spells interweaving. They displayed their strengths, engaging in fierce contests to determine the victors.

Beneath the arenas, the audience was also fervently excited, cheering and applauding for the exciting battles of their senior and junior brothers. They celebrated victories and lamented defeats, creating a vibrant and bustling scene.

Apart from the contests on the arenas, many disciples occasionally glanced towards the high stage where the Sect Master, Peak Masters, and Elders sat. They yearned to earn the admiration and recognition of these high-ranking sect leaders, hoping their outstanding performances could attract attention and lead to being accepted as a disciple by one of these esteemed figures, thus gaining better cultivation resources and inheritance opportunities.

”Sect Master, have you found any satisfactory disciples?” Fang Shixin asked Li Mu with a smile, a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

Li Mu furrowed his brows, his gaze wandering among the arenas as if searching for a disciple to his satisfaction. Accepting a few named disciples was not impossible, but Li Mu had very high standards and requirements for disciple selection. As he scanned the arena, none seemed to meet his satisfaction.

”Sect Master, look at arena number seven, that disciple in blue—Zhao Tianchen. His talent is exceptional, with a Gold-type Celestial Spirit Root, having comprehended Sword Intent by the Mid-Stage Foundation Establishment. He is a favorite to win the inner sect tournament this time.” Fang Shixin quickly recommended Zhao Tianchen to Li Mu, his voice full of admiration for Zhao Tianchen.

Upon hearing this, Li Mu directed his gaze towards arena number seven.

On the arena, a young man in blue robes with a handsome countenance was holding a long sword, fiercely battling his opponent. His figure flickered unpredictably on the stage, each strike accompanied by a sharp sword qi aiming directly at the opponent’s vital points.

Zhao Wuchen’s sword skill foundation was indeed solid, his techniques well-executed. His swordsmanship was sometimes as fierce as a storm, sometimes as gentle as a spring breeze, leaving onlookers dazzled. Although his opponent was also a formidable Foundation Establishment cultivator, under Zhao Tianchen’s fierce offensive, he seemed somewhat overwhelmed and could only passively defend against the attacks, soon falling into a disadvantageous position, with the outcome not far from being decided.

Observing Zhao Tianchen’s performance on the arena, a trace of appreciation flashed in Li Mu’s eyes. It was clear that this young man’s swordsmanship had reached a considerable level of mastery, and he reserved some of his strength, methodically preparing to defeat his opponent with minimal cost. His personality leaned towards caution and steadiness, yet this alone was not enough to meet Li Mu’s requirements for accepting him as a disciple.

”Sect Master, look at arena number ten, the female disciple in red. This girl, at the Foundation Establishment Initial Realm, is named Su Hongxiu. She is of the Fire-type Celestial Spirit Root, not only having excellent talent but also exceptional enlightenment. She has a very high talent in cultivating Fire Magic, mastering various high-level spells in just a few years.” Seeing Li Mu’s dissatisfaction, Fang Shixin persisted, continuing to recommend her to him.

Following his indication, Li Mu directed his gaze towards arena number ten. There, a female disciple in red robes was holding a spell, conjuring a Fire Crow Technique, producing several blazing fire crows that attacked the opponent from all directions. Each fire crow carried astounding power, catching the opponent off guard, difficult to withstand, and easily blasted him off the arena.

Su Hongxiu had reached a minute level of control in Fire Magic, her ability to control Fire Magic indeed remarkable. Such a disciple might indeed be worth accepting into his tutelage.

”Not bad, this girl indeed has some potential.” Li Mu nodded, saying to Fang Shixin, ”Keep watching her and see how she performs next.”

With Li Mu’s words, Fang Shixin felt half the weight lifted from his shoulders, understanding that the Sect Master was extremely strict in disciple selection. It was not easy to earn his admiration, let alone be accepted into his tutelage.

Next, Fang Shixin introduced other outstanding disciples to Li Mu, most of whom were Foundation Establishment stage disciples, with a few being late-stage Qi Refining disciples with good talent.

However, the cultivation techniques of these disciples almost without exception leaned towards single or dual elemental techniques. Li Mu still could not find a disciple practicing the Five Elements Cultivation like himself, inevitably leading to a sense of regret.

The ancient technique he practiced—the Yin Yang Five Elements Scripture—focused on the Five Elements with supplementary Yin Yang cultivation, wielding immense power, but it required the practitioner to have a Five Elements Spirit Root. Now it seemed that finding a suitable successor for this technique within the sect was challenging.