57: Supreme Elder!

"Wait!" A vigorous and forceful voice suddenly boomed, interrupting Ling Yue's Disciple recruitment ceremony.

Before the sound waves could settle, a terrifying pressure as vast as an abyss swept across the entire square, making the air feel as if it had solidified.

In the distant sky, an old man with snow-white hair but a rosy complexion and bright, piercing eyes was approaching, walking through the air with his hands behind his back.

His steps seemed slow, yet he crossed a vast distance in an instant, his sleeves fluttering, exuding a transcendent and sage-like aura.

For a moment, countless Nascent Transformation Realm experts in the field, near and far, were shaken to their cores. They all turned their gazes toward the source of the voice and pressure, their eyes filled with shock and suspicion.

Upon seeing the old man's features and silhouette clearly, the faces of some experienced, elderly Great Experts of the Nascent Transformation Realm changed drastically!

Their bodies began to tremble involuntarily; they had clearly recognized the newcomer's identity.

The countless Clear Wind Sect Disciples watching the ceremony held their breath and looked toward the direction of the voice, waves of shock surging in their hearts.

Just who was this sacred being who dared to be so audacious as to publicly block the Sect Master from recruiting a Disciple?

Did he have a death wish?

On the high platform, Ling Yue's body stiffened upon hearing the incredibly familiar voice, a look of clear astonishment appearing on his face.

Beside him, Jiang Dao's pupils constricted, and his expression froze instantly.

"How... why would he choose to emerge at this moment?" Jiang Dao wondered in shock.

He was well aware of this old man's background and status.

"Who are you! How dare you!"

A young Nascent Transformation Realm Martial Artist, eager to show off in front of the Clear Wind Sect Revered Master, couldn't restrain himself and shouted sternly.

"Is this a place for you to speak?"

The old man didn't even look at him directly; he merely cast a casual glance from the corner of his eye, indifferent.

Yet, that light glance felt like a blow from an invisible giant hammer to the martial artist who had spoken, causing his Divine Soul to shake violently!

He let out a muffled groan, his face turning pale instantly as he stumbled back dozens of steps!

The bluestone beneath his feet cracked inch by inch. His body swayed, and he only managed to steady himself with great difficulty, looking miserable and drenched in cold sweat.

"Hiss—so strong!"

Seeing this, the surrounding Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists all sucked in a breath of cold air, their hearts churning with inexplicable horror.

Those older great powers who knew the old man's background understood and sighed inwardly:

It really is him!

After all these years, his demeanor remained unchanged, and his strength was still so unfathomable and awe-inspiring.

"So powerful! To repel a Great Expert of the Infant Transformation Realm with just a glance! Who exactly is this old man?"

"What is such a powerful person doing at the Clear Wind Sect? And why stop the Sect Master from recruiting a Disciple?"

"Could he be some external enemy?"

On the square, many Clear Wind Sect Disciples witnessed this shocking scene, their minds reeling with incomparable astonishment!

They then desperately speculated in their hearts about the true purpose of this mysterious old man's arrival.

"Who is this old man? Such formidable strength!"

"But he doesn't seem like an enemy."

Zhang Yang was closest to the Sect Master and saw everything clearly. After seeing the old man, the Sect Master didn't say anything.

Furthermore, there was no sign of conflict between them. It seemed he wasn't an enemy, but the reason for the old man's arrival remained unknown.

"What? Ling Yue, now that you've seen your Revered Master, why haven't you come forward to pay your respects?"

The old man's gaze was like lightning, finally landing on Ling Yue, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth.

"Revered Master?! The Revered Master of Clear Wind Sect Leader Ling Yue!"

Upon hearing this, some young Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists cried out in shock.

As the Sect Master of the Clear Wind Sect, Ling Yue's cultivation had long reached the Peak of the Ying Bian Realm Ninth Layer, just a step away from the legendary Grotto-Heaven Realm!

For someone to be Ling Yue's Revered Master, just how heaven-shaking must their cultivation Realm be?

"Could he be... a legendary Grotto-Heaven Realm Cultivator?"

The young Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists looked at the old man with awe, the shock in their hearts beyond words.

"It really is him! The Clear Wind Sect's reclusive Grand Elder, a genuine Cave Heaven Realm Great Power!"

Hearing the old man's words, the older Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists around them nodded inwardly, their last trace of doubt vanishing.

From the moment the old man appeared, they had already guessed seventy or eighty percent of the truth. Now that he had personally revealed his identity, everything was finally settled and confirmed.

"Disciple Ling Yue pays his respects to Revered Master."

A helpless yet respectful smile appeared on Ling Yue's face. He then straightened his expression and bowed deeply toward the old man.

"Greetings, Grand Elder!"

Not far away, Elder Wang and the core Elders of the Clear Wind Sect also reacted, hurriedly bowing in unison.

"Greetings, Grand Elder!"

Seeing the Sect Master and the Sect's Elders acting so respectfully, the surrounding Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists didn't dare to be negligent and also cupped their hands in salute.

Hearing Sect Master Ling Yue and many high-and-mighty Great Experts of the Nascent Transformation Realm call him "Grand Elder" in unison,

the Clear Wind Sect Disciples below were completely abuzz!

Grand Elder!

This title had always existed like a misty legend within the Clear Wind Sect.

Who could have imagined that they would witness this legendary existence descend to the mortal world today!

For a moment, countless burning, curious, and awe-filled gazes focused on the Grand Elder!

The Disciples' hearts were racing as they wracked their brains, wondering:

Why did this supreme Grand Elder choose to emerge at this moment?

"Enough, enough. You may all rise."

The Grand Elder waved his hand dismissively, and an invisible, gentle force instantly swept across the field, making everyone feel the pressure lighten.

Then, his figure flickered, and he appeared on the high platform, standing beside Ling Yue and Zhang Yang.

"You are quite good; your talent is excellent!" The old man scrutinized Zhang Yang, openly showing his approval as he praised him.

"Disciple Zhang Yang thanks Senior for the praise!" Zhang Yang felt a jolt in his heart and hurriedly bowed respectfully.

Grand Elder! This was a genuine Grotto-Heaven Realm existence!

In the entire Southern Region, he was a legendary powerhouse capable of intimidating all directions and being worshipped by countless Cultivators!

"Revered Master, what are you doing here?" Ling Yue frowned slightly and asked with some confusion.

"Naturally, I am here to recruit a Disciple."

Grand Elder Xie Chonghe spoke flatly, his eyes burning as he looked at Zhang Yang, a kind smile appearing on his face once again.

"How could I easily let you take such a talented piece of fine jade under your wing?"

"Revered Master, are you planning to..."

Looking at his Revered Master's expression, a shocking thought flashed through Ling Yue's mind, and he seemed to understand something.

"Precisely! Zhang Yang, are you willing to join my tutelage? From now on, you will be Ling Yue's Junior Brother."

Grand Elder Xie Chonghe stopped beating around the bush. He looked directly at Zhang Yang with bright eyes and smiled as he issued the invitation.

"This..."

Hearing this, Zhang Yang was slightly stunned and subconsciously turned to look at Sect Master Ling Yue beside him.

At this moment, Ling Yue was subtly signaling him with his eyes, clearly urging him:

Agree quickly! Don't miss this opportunity!

Hearing that the Grand Elder was actually going to personally take Zhang Yang as a Disciple, the surrounding Infant Transformation Realm Martial Artists' eyes nearly popped out of their heads!

Immediately, their gazes toward Zhang Yang became even more burning and intense, as if they were looking at a rare treasure.

Had they not been at the Clear Wind Sect and bound by etiquette, they would have wanted to fly back to their respective Sects and families immediately to prepare portraits of their children.