Ancient Fiend Dragon Emperor

Chapter 1077: Chapter 1076: Selecting Disciples (3 updates!)

Luo Ling and Ziwang, were disciples that the Eastern Ancestor and Northern Ancestor helped Su Han recruit.

Initially, they were somewhat dissatisfied with Su Han, and although they joined the Phoenix Sect later, they were essentially bribed with Spirit Stones by Su Han without actually sparring with him. As such, they were not genuinely convinced by Su Han.

But now it’s different.

The commotion Su Han caused in the One Slash Palace and the Holy Spirit Palace has already reached the Phoenix Sect.

With a cultivation base at the Dragon God Realm Mid Stage, he crushed Ning Yihai and nearly killed Zuo Fei. Even when the Hall Master of the Heart Demon Hall, Yuwen Zhongcheng, appeared, Su Han planned to buy Zuo Fei’s head with Spirit Stones.

When this news reached Luo Ling and Ziwang, they were thoroughly shocked, and their grievances towards Su Han vanished completely.

They even felt fortunate that Su Han did not spar with them initially, or else they would have been thoroughly humiliated.

”Yuchen.”

After appointing Bai Ling, Su Han turned to Yuchen.

”At your command.” Yuchen quickly stood up, slightly excited and filled with anticipation.

Su Han continued, ”I promised you before that if you were willing to join the Phoenix Sect, I would grant you the position of Corps Commander. Today, I fulfill that promise, appointing you as the commander of the Annihilation Army, with Ye Longhe and Ye Longchen as Deputy Captains.”

”Understood.” Yuchen immediately agreed.

Ye Longhe and Ye Longchen also adopted a serious demeanor and responded solemnly.

Although Yuchen’s cultivation base was actually weaker than Ye Longhe and Ye Longchen, and his status was less significant, their close relationship with Su Han meant that they would never question any decision he made once they joined the Phoenix Sect.

In fact, within the Phoenix Sect, there was no significant pressure from hierarchy, and the relationships among the upper echelons were excellent. Positions like Corps Commander and Deputy Captain were merely titles, and they would not dispute them nor harbor resentment towards Su Han.

”Xuanyuan Wuqing.”

Su Han turned to Xuanyuan Wuqing, ”You will lead as the captain of the Shadow Army, with Gongsun Ze and Xiuji as Deputy Captains.”

”Understood.”

Xuan Yuanwuqing and the others immediately responded.

”Eastern Elder, ensure that the Soul-Extinguishing Spears refined by Artifact God Mountain are quickly distributed to the Annihilation Army. Once distributed, Yuchen will handle the allocation. Every member receiving the Soul-Extinguishing Spears should be given ten bullets to familiarize themselves with, to ensure effective control in future battles.”

”Understood.”

”Understood.”

Dongfang Han and Yuchen stood up simultaneously.

”Regarding the Blood God Army, I have already distributed formations, and I believe they should be somewhat familiar by now.”

Su Han pondered for a moment and then continued, ”Give it another two months. Anyway, I initially said six months, so within these two months, the Blood God Army should thoroughly study the formations, while the Annihilation Army should adapt quickly to the Soul-Extinguishing Spears. Those who haven’t received Soul-Extinguishing Spears can temporarily utilize other weapons, which can be obtained from the Phoenix Sect’s armory by Yuchen and the Deputy Captains.”

”As for the Shadow Army, make sure to thoroughly master the Assassination Technique and Avatar Technique. Although these techniques sound simple, they’re incredibly powerful. Otherwise, it would be impossible to form a regiment based on these techniques alone. There is a reason behind my decision.”

”As my Phoenix Sect’s newly formed Three Great Legions, their status can rival the Five Divine Guard Corps, so don’t disappoint me in terms of strength.”

”Understood!”

At that moment, Yuchen, Bai Ling, Xuanyuan Wuqing, along with others, stood up solemnly.

Su Han’s words were succinct but effectively commanded them, which they clearly understood. 𝑓𝑟ℯℴ𝓂

The starting point for the Three Great Legions was incredibly high, with numerous Dragon God Realm cultivators, unlike the initial difficulties faced by the Five Divine Guard Corps.

When the Five Divine Guard Corps were first established, members had relatively low cultivation, and techniques like magic and True Yuan started from scratch.

Currently, the Three Great Legions, once established, can rival the Five Divine Guard Corps. If they do not make equivalent contributions, as leaders, they may face the consequence of losing their positions and retiring.

”Since that’s settled, the meeting is adjourned.”

Su Han declared, ”Two months from now, the Phoenix Sect will set out to target sects like the Thousand Leaves Sect and Sect of the Sea Suppression first!”

”Understood!!!”

Everyone rose up and shouted loudly.

”Meeting adjourned!”

Su Han prepared to leave after speaking.

Just then, Lian Yuze suddenly spoke, ”Sect Master.”

Su Han paused and turned to him, ”Is there something else?”

”Um...”

Lian Yuze hesitated before saying, ”You mentioned that the upper echelons of the Phoenix Sect could recruit direct disciples, including yourself, potentially accepting one or several disciples. You instructed me to convey this, and many disciples are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to become your direct disciples...”

Su Han was momentarily surprised and then chuckled wryly, ”If you hadn’t mentioned it, I would have forgotten.”

He indeed mentioned this in the past to encourage the Phoenix Sect disciples’ motivation, indicating he would conduct evaluations and select adept disciples as direct disciples if they met the qualifications.

Though he never definitively promised to recruit direct disciples, the dissemination of this plan excited countless individuals. Now, the Phoenix Sect’s disciple count exceeds thirty thousand, and many disciples still hold this in their hearts—something Su Han had completely forgotten.

”I thought the Sect Master was unwilling...”

Lian Yuze muttered quietly, then proposed, ”Since the Sect Master wishes to do so, perhaps we could use the next two months to organize a grand disciple selection event?”

”A grand event?”

Su Han mused slightly, ”Regarding disciple selection, aptitude takes precedence over strength. From what you propose, it seems to prioritize strength, which I don’t agree with.”

”What does the Sect Master suggest?” Lian Yuze asked.

Su Han contemplated for a while and finally said, ”Let’s do this, spread the word that a month from now, the Phoenix Sect will host a grand event to select direct disciples among the upper echelons. At that time, individuals from the Eastern Heaven Realm, other territories, and the Central Domain can participate.”

”This event will not restrict age or cultivation base; as long as the qualifications meet our expectations, we will recruit them as disciples.”

”Of course, selected individuals must not be part of another sect or have obtained consent from their current sect. Given the status of the Phoenix Sect, it’s likely disciples from eighth and seventh-rate sects would be willing to give it a try.”

Upon hearing this, Lian Yuze’s eyes brightened, and he quickly responded, ”Understood.”