Ten places!

“This child’s resolve is indeed as tough as steel!”

Bai Youqianshan’s eyes gleamed, and his expression was somewhat exaggerated, looking entirely as if he had found a treasure.

Forcibly suppressing the joy in his heart, Bai Youqianshan patted Li Tan’s shoulder kindly: “Don’t call me Senior or anything like that. Just treat these cumbersome formalities like a fart and let them go!”

“Your grandfather, Li Yong, and I became acquainted early on when we were young. We can be considered old friends. If you don’t mind, you can just call me Old Bai from now on.”

As Bai Youqianshan finished speaking, Li Tan quickly cupped his hands and bowed again to show his respect.

“Then this junior will respectfully obey. I dare to call Senior ‘Old Bai’.”

Bai Youqianshan stroked his beard, carefully observing the polite young man in front of him.

“Broad forehead, full heavenly court, high and straight nose bridge.”

“Although his appearance isn't stunning, even this old man is secretly amazed by his Aura. It truly is a case of the waves behind pushing the waves ahead, and new people in the world surpassing the old.”

But when his gaze swept to Li Tan’s empty left sleeve, his expression couldn’t help but sink.

He even stood up abruptly, a hint of anger in his eyes.

Li Yong naturally noticed Bai Youqianshan’s change in expression. He held his tea and calmly said: “Old Bai, don’t be alarmed. My grandson was merely attacked by a villain, which is why he tragically lost an arm.”

“He can reattach it during Foundation Establishment and restore his Flawless Body.”

Hearing Li Yong’s words, Bai Youqianshan’s distorted face returned to normal, and he exhaled a heavy breath of turbid Qi.

The heavy stone in his heart also lifted. Recruiting a Genius like Li Yong would bring him many benefits.

But if it were a person born with a disability, the value would be greatly discounted!

A complete body is also called a Flawless Body, which, as the name suggests, has no flaws. In this state, a Cultivator can comprehend the Heaven and Earth in a Peak state.

If there is a physical defect, the cultivation and comprehension will be slightly slower. This influence is not insignificant.

Bai Youqianshan’s face held a gentle smile, and he nodded slightly: “That is excellent! If such a Genius were to be incomplete, that would truly be an injustice from the Heavenly Dao, and my heart would not feel good.”

......

“Old Bai, how many spots did the Immortal Sect give this year?”

As Li Yong’s words fell, the surrounding Elders all stared at Bai Youqianshan.

Compared to leisurely conversation, the number of spots attracted them more.

If there were more spots, then the opportunities for the Li family’s disciples would also be much higher.

If there were fewer, they would pay more attention to the selection of people going to the Sect this time. The spots were precious, and not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry could be squeezed in.

Bai Youqianshan looked at the anxious crowd and didn’t play any games. He opened both of his palms!

Ten fingers represented ten spots!

“Ten!”

Immediately, the Elders below exclaimed endlessly, their faces also filled with joy.

“In previous years, the Sect only had seven or eight spots. This year, there are actually two more!”

“This is truly a great thing! Heaven bless my Li family!”

“With such an opportunity, the juniors will have something to contend for again.”

Inside the main hall, there was a noisy clamor, with all sorts of comments—some expressing emotion, some relief....

But without exception, their faces were all beaming with joy, their eyebrows raised in delight.

Bai Youqianshan, being old and wise, thought of everything thoroughly. He waved his large hand and leisurely spoke: “Among these ten spots, I, this old man, will not bother with slow testing.”

“Let’s select them from the mouths of you, my old friends. I, Bai Youqianshan, truly trust your judgment from the bottom of my heart.”

The precious spots of the Heaven Sword Immortal Sect were given away by Bai Youqianshan with just two sentences, like offering flowers to the Buddha.

There was a moment of silence in the hall, and then an Elder politely spoke: “Brother Bai, this matter is of great importance. How can we old bones easily decide it?”

Third Elder Third Elder Li Yin also interjected at this moment, his eyes full of hesitation: “Brother Bai, the spots are for the juniors to contend for themselves. We can wash our hands of it.”

“But if this matter implicates you, Brother Bai, then our hearts would truly feel uneasy....”

That Sixth Elder, who was rarely seen like a Dragon, inadvertently glanced at Eighth Elder.

The two instantly understood, as if they had reached some kind of agreement.

“Bai and I are fated to be connected; our acquaintance should be called an old friendship.”

“If one side has difficulty, all sides support; if isolated and helpless, and I am in another land, how can my heart be at peace?”

As his words fell, Eighth Elder cupped his hands even more, intending to persuade Bai Youqianshan to think twice before acting.

Everyone also gathered their worried gazes on him, as well as their hidden anticipation.

Bai Youqianshan pondered for a moment upon hearing this, then made his decision without hesitation! He declared loudly: “I, Bai Youqianshan, will keep your good intentions in my heart, but my mind is made up!”

“If I hesitate and delay, wouldn’t it disrupt the friendship between us!”

The Elders sighed on the surface, but in their hearts, they seemed to have already burst into joy. If no one else were around, they would probably be dancing with happiness.

“Old Bai, you haven’t been here for a long time. Please accept some tea leaves from an old friend. Don’t dislike them; they are just some insignificant trifles.”

As Li Yong spoke, he had already pushed the tea leaves from his sleeve next to Bai Youqianshan.

“Brother Yong, you are truly too polite. How could I, this old man, dislike a gift from you? My heart is filled with joy....”

Bai Youqianshan didn’t bother with too many pleasantries and put the tea leaves on the table into his storage ring.

But this action was like poking a hornet’s nest, causing the calm crowd to instantly stir. Every Elder eagerly presented local specialties from their hometowns.

“Brother Bai, please don’t dislike this Soul Calming Incense from my own production....”

“A trivial set of tea utensils, I hope it can add a touch of joy to Brother Bai.”

“I have a snakeskin bag made of beast hide here, though it’s a bit shabby....”

A dazzling and noble blue luster was vaguely visible inside the snakeskin bag.

What was inside, everyone kept to themselves....

......

Soon, the spots were decided. As expected, none of the ten Elders’ chosen candidates were left out.

It seemed that no one else came to this main hall besides them. The recruitment spots for the Heaven Sword Immortal Sect this time were like a play that had been rehearsed hundreds of times long ago.

Now that it was time to go on stage, there was no awkwardness or unexpected events. Everyone watched with relish, silently praising the performance.

And those young men and women remained standing in place, not moving an inch. The so-called rigorous test was as ethereal as smoke.

When they came to their senses, they had already successfully secured these precious spots.

The other high-ranking disciples of the Li family, who were originally a scene of crouching tigers and hidden Dragons, with heroes competing for dominance, were now completely scattered and had their paths blocked.

Even if they possessed superb martial arts and extraordinary cunning, if they never had the chance to display them, how could one judge whether they were a mule or a horse?

There were ten Elder-chosen candidates, but why did only Li Tan experience the illusion? It was truly baffling.

Perhaps it was simply to make an acquaintance, or perhaps Bai Youqianshan, eager for talent, merely gave some casual pointers and observed for a moment.

“Old Bai, you’ve traveled all this way and must be physically and mentally exhausted. I have already instructed my servants to prepare a banquet. Would you do us the honor of joining us?”

“Yes, Brother Bai, we haven’t seen each other for many years. We should drink a hundred cups!”

Bai Youqianshan listened to everyone’s shouts, one after another, stroked his beard, laughed heartily, and readily agreed.