473: Chapter 473 The Second Peak!

Qin Yan looked down at his token.

On the front of the token, the words "East Courtyard, Qin Yan" were displayed; the script was ancient, with a faint flow of light.

He flipped the token over and looked at the back.

On the back, two words were currently appearing—"Special Grade."

Special Grade Disciple.

A faint smile appeared at the corners of Qin Yan's mouth.

Was he also a Special Grade Disciple?

It seemed that Taixuan Holy Land didn't define status solely by strength.

His strength was not particularly eye-catching among these thirty thousand Disciples.

Fifth-Rank Mid-stage; although not weak, there were plenty of people stronger than him among these thirty thousand Prodigies.

Those whose presence he couldn't see through were at least Fifth-Rank Late Stage or even Peak.

If it were a competition of strength, he might not have reached the threshold of a Special Grade Disciple.

But when it came to talent, he still had absolute confidence.

A nineteen-year-old Fifth-Rank Mid-stage who had comprehended Spear Intent, possessed multiple Profound Truths, and cultivated a Cultivation Technique that surpassed top grade—these things reflected a Martial Artist's potential more than simple cultivation level.

"Now that the tokens have manifested, sink your Mental Energy into them. You will find your housing assignments, explanations regarding benefits and treatment, and the Holy Land's rules. Read through them carefully!"

Yun Nishang's voice rang out again, majestic and cold.

"Those who dare to violate the sect rules will be expelled from the Holy Land at best, or executed at worst."

She spoke the final sentence with utter calmness, yet it sent a shiver through everyone present.

That kind of calmness was more terrifying than any threat.

After Yun Nishang finished speaking, her figure vanished as if she had never appeared.

But her words lingered in everyone's ears for a long time, making them feel an involuntary sense of awe.

On the square, over thirty thousand Prodigies bowed their heads one after another, sinking their Mental Energy into their tokens as Yun Nishang had instructed.

Qin Yan was no exception.

He closed his eyes and sank his consciousness into the token in his hand.

Instantly, a surge of information flooded into his mind.

The information was vast yet orderly, automatically categorized and arranged.

First was the housing assignment—East Courtyard, Heaven District, Second Peak, Third Compound, Courtyard 110.

The information also included a simple map marking the route from the square to the residence.

Then there were the benefits—Special Grade Disciples could receive five bottles of Fifth-Rank Medicinal Pills or five Medium Grade Blood Crystals every month.

Access to the first through third floors of the Library Pavilion, permission to enter the Cultivation Tower for training...

Following the benefits were detailed explanations, rules for using the Cultivation Tower, and so on.

Everything was detailed and clear at a glance.

Finally, there were the Holy Land's sect rules.

This section contained the most content and was the most detailed.

From not harming fellow Disciples to not betraying the Holy Land, from not leaking secrets to not betraying one's master or ancestors—every rule was written clearly, and the punishments for violations were explicitly stated.

Qin Yan committed all that information to memory.

He reviewed the sect rules section multiple times in particular, ensuring he hadn't missed anything.

After a long while, he opened his eyes and let out a long breath.

The surrounding Disciples also opened their eyes one after another; some looked joyful, some were calm, while others looked somewhat unwilling.

Clearly, some were satisfied with the Rank they had received, while others were not.

But regardless, everything was now set in stone.

What came next was to follow the guidance in the token, head to his residence, and begin a new life.

...

East Courtyard Outer Court.

There were two Peaks in the Heaven District, standing majestically atop the mountain range; amidst the swirling clouds and mist, one could faintly see upturned eaves and bracket sets, like a celestial palace.

The First Peak was the residence of the Outer Court's Dean, Elders, Deacons, and other high-ranking members of Taixuan Holy Land.

Looking from afar, one could see exquisite pavilions and palaces scattered in an orderly fashion across the Peak's summit, with occasional spiritual cranes flying by, adding a touch of Immortal Qi.

Furthermore, ordinary Disciples were not allowed to enter the First Institute without permission.

And the Second Peak was the residence for the Outer Court's Prodigies.

Qin Yan walked up the steps along the bluestone mountain path.

Occasional unknown birds flitted through the woods, letting out crisp chirps.

Mountain springs gurgled, flowing between the rocks; the water was crystal clear, and a few spiritual fish could be seen swimming within.

The higher he went, the denser the Spiritual Qi became.

The Spiritual Qi was like an invisible mist, swirling around his body.

With every breath, he could feel strands of Spiritual Qi flooding into his body, nourishing his Meridians and flesh.

Compared to the Spiritual Qi outside, the Spiritual Qi here was not only denser but also purer.

Stepping onto the Second Peak, Qin Yan followed the token's guidance and soon arrived at his own compound.

The courtyard gate was a simple wooden structure with a small plaque hanging on it.

It was carved with "110."

Pushing open the gate, a small courtyard appeared before his eyes.

The courtyard wasn't large, but it was arranged very elegantly.

Crossing the courtyard, Qin Yan soon arrived in front of his room.

Rather than a room, it was more like a small two-story pavilion.

Qin Yan pushed open the door and walked in.

Instantly, waves of even denser Spiritual Qi surged within the room.

The Spiritual Qi flooded in from all directions, as if guided by an invisible force, enveloping the entire room in an ocean of Spiritual Qi.

Qin Yan took a deep breath, feeling refreshed and clear-headed.

"Is this the Spirit Gathering Array? It really is effective."

He had already learned from the token that every Disciple's room was equipped with a Spirit Gathering Array, which could increase a Martial Artist's efficiency in refining Spiritual Qi.

Experiencing it personally now, he truly felt the magic of this Spirit Gathering Array.

Cultivating in such an environment, his speed could increase by at least thirty percent.

Immediately after, Qin Yan looked at the room's layout.

The first floor was a spacious living room.

The furnishings in the living room were simple—a wooden table, a few wooden chairs, several calligraphy paintings hanging on the walls, and an incense burner in the corner, with thin curls of smoke rising and emitting a faint scent of sandalwood.

On one side of the living room was a staircase leading to the second floor, while on the other side was a small door leading to a simple washroom.

He walked up the stairs to the second floor.

The second floor was the cultivation room.

The space inside the room was spacious, enough for him to practice his Spear Technique.

Although the entire pavilion wasn't large, it was fully equipped with everything one might need.

After briefly looking over the two floors, Qin Yan returned to the first-floor living room and sat cross-legged.

With a thought, he opened his panel.

[Qi Refining: Fifth-Rank Mid-stage (Five Elements Primordial Scripture First Layer 35%)]

[Body Tempering: Fourth Rank Peak (Indestructible Blood Demon Scripture Second Layer 24%)]

[Total Vitality: 141,000 Cal]

[Qi Refining: 111,000 Cal]

[Body Tempering: 30,000 Cal]

[spirit: 175 Hz]

[Spear Dao: Sixth-Stage Spear Intent (45%)]

Spear Intent: Destructions End Spear Intent (Fourth Rank)]

[Alchemy Dao: Third-Rank Alchemist (3%)]

[Physique: Indestructible Blood Demon Body (Initial Success)]

[Martial Skill: Blood Puppet Creation, Five Elements Martial Arts General Outline—Metal System—Gold Splitting Spear (Ordinary · earthly fiend grade) Perfection, Ice Flame Spear Technique (Entry)]

[Origin Divine Ability: Blood Curse, Demonic Utterance Heavenly Edict (Demonic Path · Blood Curse Advanced · Sealed), Five-Colored Spiritual Light]

[Skill Points: 0 points]