94: First assist, apprenticeship to the master

From this perspective, Sect Leader Yun's calculations were sound.

However, Lin Yuan's results completely ruined her plans.

Who would have thought this boy would be so formidable?

Reaching four tigers of strength in the Opening Meridian Realm? Not to mention the Chiefs, even she couldn't help but want to take him as a Disciple!

"Alas, at that time, I only focused on Cultivating, I really shouldn't have said those impulsive words."

Sighing inwardly, her eyes, as she looked at the young man, revealed a subtle plea, hoping that he would voluntarily become her Disciple, so as not to damage her reputation.

Of course, if Lin Yuan was unwilling, she would have no choice but to break her word and forcibly take him as a Disciple.

"Alas..."

Lin Yuan also sighed inwardly; he had thought that good results would naturally allow him to become her Disciple, but he didn't expect it would instead make her difficult.

If he had known this, he would have hidden his true abilities during the assessment earlier, and that way, he wouldn't have attracted the Chiefs.

"Never mind, never mind. It's just proactively becoming a Disciple. Since she is the Sect Master, it's not shameful for me to take the initiative."

Thinking this, he opened his mouth to speak, but then heard the white-robed elder suddenly interject: "Sect Master's words are very true. Furthermore, in this old man's opinion, this Junior Nephew possesses extraordinary Aptitude. With our cultivation as Chiefs, we are not qualified to teach him. It is most appropriate for you, Sect Master, to take him as a Disciple."

"Ah?"

Everyone was stunned.

Didn't this guy want Lin Yuan to join Cloud Art Peak just now?

Why did he suddenly change his tune?

Of course, the elder had his own thoughts on this matter.

Anyway, Lin Yuan doesn't have the talent of an artificer and cannot join Cloud Art Peak. Since that's the case, it's better to send him directly to Cloud Sovereign Peak. If no one gets him, then it's completely fair.

The other Chiefs quickly understood this logic. Although they were somewhat unwilling, considering that their own peaks had little chance of taking in the young man, they all chimed in.

"Indeed, with Junior Nephew's Aptitude, how could ordinary people be qualified to teach him? It must be the Sect Master who personally takes him."

"Our Aptitude is dull; we dare not mislead a Disciple. Only if the Sect Master personally imparts cultivation techniques and martial arts will it not be a waste of Junior Nephew's raw talent."

"Junior Nephew's talent is comparable to a Sacred Body. According to our Sect's custom, he should enter Cloud Sovereign Peak."

"Right! Junior Nephew is a peerless Genius! If he doesn't enter Cloud Sovereign Peak, wouldn't Fellow Daoists from the Eastern Region Ten Sects laugh at us?"

For a time, apart from Chi Bixia and Shen Mingzhu, every Chief spoke up with serious suggestions.

Their sudden declarations changed the expressions of the two women.

Originally, as long as the Sect Master didn't intervene, with the conditions they offered, they had the highest chance of taking the young man as a Disciple.

But now with Yun Qiying as a variable, their chances of taking him as a Disciple were much smaller.

After all, if given a choice, only a fool wouldn't choose the Sect Master.

"This..."

Yun Qiying was surprised at first, then secretly delighted.

The Chiefs' assistance was undoubtedly exactly what she wanted.

It was truly like a pillow appearing when one was sleepy.

While delighted, she outwardly feigned hesitation and said, "What you all say is not without reason. This Junior Nephew's talent indeed moves my heart, but I did say I would no longer take Disciples. If I were to take this Disciple now, wouldn't I be breaking my own word?"

Hearing her intention to take a Disciple, everyone once again offered their assistance.

"Sect Master, you exaggerate. The premise for your words back then was that no extraordinary Prodigy would appear in our Sect. Now, however, that premise has been broken. Under such circumstances, it naturally doesn't count as breaking your word."

"Yes, our strength as Chiefs is limited. If we rashly teach Junior Nephew, we might cause a pearl to be covered in dust. Only if you, Sect Master, personally take action can you ensure that this rough jade is carved into a refined treasure."

"A Sacred Body Prodigy is rare even in a thousand years. Our Sect is fortunate to have one, so naturally, the strongest elder in cultivation is needed to guide him. Currently, the other Purple Mansion Realm powerful cultivators in the Sect are in seclusion, and only you, Sect Master, are available to teach a Disciple."

"The Sect Master's words back then were likely unintentional. If our Sect were to lose a future Purple Mansion Realm powerhouse because of a casual remark, what face would we have to meet the ancestors of our Cloud Ripple Sect?"

The Chiefs spoke sincerely and earnestly, as if they were truly considering Lin Yuan and the Sect Master.

This made the two women curse inwardly: "What are these old guys pretending for? They can't get a Disciple themselves, so they harm others. They're truly despicable!"

Even though they were enraged, they dared not show it. After all, the person before them was the Sect Master, who was much higher in both seniority and cultivation than them. Daring to refute her would undoubtedly damage the Sect Master's prestige, and the consequences would be quite severe.

"Alas..."

Facing everyone's praise, Yun Qiying sighed helplessly: "As you all say, the Cloud Ripple Sect has not seen a top Prodigy for too long. If this continues, we might fall out of the Eastern Region Ten Sects. For the future of the Sect, and for this Disciple's prospects, I will go against my word and break my promise this one time."

With that, she turned her moist, beautiful eyes to the young man, parted her red lips slightly, and said, "Junior Nephew, I am Yun Qiying, Sect Master of the Cloud Ripple Sect. Are you willing to become my Personal Disciple?"

After all the twists and turns, he finally heard these words. Lin Yuan, feeling speechless inside, nodded and agreed, "Sect Master's personal invitation is a great honor for this Disciple. There is no reason for me to refuse."

Yun Qiying smiled faintly, her eyebrows curving, and repeatedly said, "Good, good, good. From now on, you will be my second Disciple, and I will diligently teach you."

Having said that, she glanced at the two women beside her, and with a slight apology, said, "Chief Chi, Chief Shen, I reluctantly intervened this time and took away the beloved Disciple who might have been yours. I am truly sorry. If you have any grievances about this, you can vent them to me."

Although she said that, how could the two women truly vent their frustrations?

In response, they could only offer forced smiles and wave their hands, indicating that they didn't mind.

"Sect Master, you are truly too kind to us. It is only right and proper for Junior Nephew to become your Disciple. How could we possibly have any grievances?"

"That's right, for an adult to willingly give up her Cultivating time to teach a Disciple, such dedication to the Sect, we should be thanking you instead."

The attitude of the two women made Yun Qiying nod contentedly: "Thank you both for your understanding. Furthermore, as the Sect Master, teaching Disciples is my duty, it's not considered a sacrifice."

"Alright, since I have already taken a Disciple, it's almost time for me to leave. There are still many talented individuals among the remaining Disciples who passed the assessment, you all can continue to choose. I'll take my leave first."

Quickly ending the topic, Yun Qiying gestured towards the young man, and Lin Yuan's body uncontrollably flew to her side. Then, the two transformed into streaks of light, accelerating rapidly, and instantly vanished into the depths of the mountain gate.

The Chiefs contended for a long time, but the ultimate winner was the Sect Master. This scene made all the Disciples sigh with emotion. Indeed, when it came to status, the Sect Master was supreme, far beyond what the Chiefs could compare to. They didn't even have the courage to contend for a bit, letting the Genius be taken away just like that.

Lu Yichan and Liu Yuyan looked into the distance where the Revered Master and Disciple had disappeared, their pretty faces filled with admiration.

They knew that with Sect Master Yun Qiying as his Revered Master, Lin Yuan would receive the best resources from the Sect. Coupled with his top-tier talent, he would be like a fish in water, like a tiger with wings, and in the future, among the giants dominating the Eastern Region, he would undoubtedly have a place!