412: Chapter 412 The Preparations of the Qingxuan Sect

Xuan Yangzi stroked the communication jade talisman. The smile on his face gradually faded, replaced by a contemplative look.

"The Myriad Law Pavilion wants to test the waters, which reminds me. The Seven Sects Competition is approaching; who should our Azure Profound Sect send?"

A string of names instantly flashed through his mind, like flipping through a thick Sect register.

Li Xuanfeng, Mu Chenyu, Lin Xiaowan, Lu Chenyu, Yun Qingjue, Su Qingyuan... These were all Core Disciples from various peaks who were already known by other Sects and were somewhat famous among the younger generation in Xuan Province.

Although this fame was now completely inconsistent with their true strength.

Then, thinking of those two rascals Lin Mochen and Shi Jingxian, Xuan Yangzi couldn't help but shake his head, muttering to himself.

"Those two won't do; they're too reckless."

"In case they get worked up and can't hold back, beating the geniuses of other Sects to death, it would be hard to clean up the mess."

Xuan Yangzi pondered for a moment, a meaningful smile curling on his lips.

"It'll be you guys."

He raised his hand and sent out several communication talismans, which turned into streaks of light and flew towards the various peaks.

The Seven Sects Competition, which used to be a top priority for the Azure Profound Sect and determined the resource allocation for the next three years, had now become a trivial matter in his eyes.

However, since they wanted to keep a low profile, the superficial work still had to be done thoroughly.

In a short while, several figures landed on the summit of Zizhu Peak one after another, bowing respectfully to Xuan Yangzi and Gu Changge.

"Disciple Li Xuanfeng greets Master."

"Disciple Mu Chenyu greets the Sect Master."

"Disciple Lin Xiaowan..."

"Disciple Lu Chenyu..."

"Disciple Yun Qingjue..."

"Disciple Su Qingyuan..."

The six stood together with respectful postures and steady temperaments.

Xuan Yangzi's gaze swept over the six. At this moment, their cultivation levels were all at the Core Formation Realm.

Li Xuanfeng was the highest at the Core Formation Realm Late Stage, his aura slightly stronger than the other five.

Mu Chenyu, Lin Xiaowan, and Lu Chenyu were at the Core Formation Realm Middle Stage.

Yun Qingjue and Su Qingyuan were slightly weaker, at the Core Formation Realm Early Stage.

Each of them looked to have a solid Foundation and a steady aura. In previous Seven Sects Competitions, this lineup would have been quite good, with great hope of reaching the top four.

"Core Formation Realm?"

Xuan Yangzi chuckled inwardly.

If he hadn't known their true cultivation levels long ago, he might have been fooled; Junior Brother Gu's Cannot See Through Me Cultivation Technique was truly profound.

Every single one of the six Disciples before him had long since entered the Heavenly Human Realm!

Li Xuanfeng had even reached the Heavenly Human Realm Late Stage, only one step away from the King Realm.

The others were also at the Heavenly Human Realm Middle Stage, their auras smooth and full, with incredibly solid Foundations.

After Core Formation is Purple Mansion, after Purple Mansion is Cave Heaven, and only after Cave Heaven is the Heavenly Human Realm.

"Good grief, these kids are suppressing three whole major Realms."

Core Formation versus Heavenly Human—if they really fought...

Xuan Yangzi couldn't help but imagine such a scene.

An opponent on stage would be turning red in the face, using their lifelong ultimate skills to launch a shattering blow.

Then Li Xuanfeng and the others would have to pretend to retreat a few steps, putting on an expression that said, 'So strong, I can't hold on much longer.'

Just thinking about it felt too shameless.

Xuan Yangzi stroked his beard and smiled, with unconcealed admiration in his tone.

"It seems that lately, none of you have slacked off. Your cultivation progress is stable, and your aura concealment is also good."

Hearing this, their faces showed just the right amount of small, smug smiles after being praised.

"Thank you for the praise, Sect Master. This Disciple dares not slack off."

Mhm, the acting skills are all on point.

Xuan Yangzi's gaze swept over the six, the smile in his eyes deepening as he said teasingly,

"Not bad, not bad. It seems you've all received your Master's true legacy."

He deliberately elongated the tone on the words "true legacy," making it very meaningful.

The six Disciples' expressions didn't change, and even their eyes didn't flicker.

They bowed in unison and answered solemnly and loudly,

"The Sect Master is wise! Our meager tricks are all thanks to the Sect Master's wise leadership!"

Their tone was sincere and their attitude upright, as if stating a fundamental truth of heaven and earth.

Xuan Yangzi was stunned by this soft rebuff, then couldn't help but stroke his beard and laugh.

"Good! Well said! What a 'wise leadership'!! However, while the Master leads you through the door, the cultivation depends on the individual; it's better that you've comprehended it yourselves!"

Xuan Yangzi cleared his throat, his face becoming slightly more serious, and said, "I called you here today for one thing.

"Half a month later, the Seven Sects Competition will be held at Burning Heaven Palace. I have decided that the six of you will represent my Azure Profound Sect."

"We obey!" the six replied.

Xuan Yangzi nodded, his gaze falling on Li Xuanfeng. "Xuan Feng, you are the Eldest Senior Brother, so you will lead the team this time.

"You are now at the Core Formation Realm Late Stage, which should be considered top-tier among all participating Disciples."

He paused, as if weighing his words. "However, you don't need to try too hard in this competition.

"Our Azure Profound Sect has decent resources now, so whether the ranking is high or low isn't that important."

How clever was Li Xuanfeng? He immediately understood his Master's meaning and said respectfully, "This Disciple understands. I will certainly go all out.

"But I will also act within my capabilities and never show off, so as to avoid damaging my Foundation and failing the Sect's nurturing."

Xuan Yangzi beamed with joy. Look, this was the good Disciple he taught—so sensible!

"Mhm, it's good that you understand."

Xuan Yangzi nodded with satisfaction, and then as if suddenly remembering something,

"Right, I don't have high requirements for you in this competition. Our Azure Profound Sect has always disliked competing with others; if we can get..."

He stroked his chin, pretending to think seriously, his gaze sweeping over the six faces before finally deciding.

"Let's go for fourth place. This rank is just right—not too high or low. It won't be too eye-catching or attract unnecessary trouble.

"Nor will it make my Azure Profound Sect seem too incompetent or tarnish the Sect's prestige. What do you think?"

The six Disciples controlled their expressions perfectly, not showing a hint of anything unusual.

"Sect Master is wise! Fourth place is perfect! We will certainly do our best to strive for fourth place for the Sect!"

Their voices were powerful and full of determination, as if taking fourth place was a difficult and glorious task.

Only they knew that with their current strength, even if they wanted to get exactly fourth place, it would require extremely superb acting and field control skills.

This difficulty was much higher than taking first place.

Looking at these six 'Best Actors,' the bit of worry Xuan Yangzi had about who to send completely vanished.

It was replaced by the pleasure of waiting to see a good show.

"Alright, go and prepare well. Remember, safety first, ranking second."

Xuan Yangzi gave one last reminder and waved his hand.

"This Disciple takes his leave!"

The six bowed respectfully again and then turned into six streaks of light, flying towards their respective peaks.

But the flight speed, in Xuan Yangzi's view, was simply as slow as a turtle's crawl compared to their true cultivation.

Clearly, they were still diligently playing the role of Core Formation Realm Cultivators.