460: Chapter 460 The Eighth Disciple

[Name: Chen Xuan]

[Race: Human Race]

[cultivation base: Second Level Mahayana Stage]

[sect prestige points: 57,600]

[Items: block card x11, Body Integration Experience Card x0, instant kill card x2, teleportation talisman x8, Samsara Heavenly Dao Eye, Advanced Formation Immunity Card, Advanced Realm Upgrade Card, Mount Bai Ze, Magic Treasure Jade Hairpin]

[Sect Rank: Level 2]

After dealing with that small reptilian monster that had delivered itself to his doorstep, Chen Xuan led Lu Mo, Shen Mutao, and the others back to the third level of the secret chamber.

The remaining wisp of Heavenly Venerable Mogong's aura had already dissipated.

Glancing at his current trump cards, although he had consumed one instant kill card and only had two left, this trip had not only yielded a complete Dragon Clan body but also unexpectedly gained him a god-rank magic treasure of an extremely practical type. This deal wasn't a loss at all.

Furthermore...

He turned his gaze to the side, landing on the porcelain-like Little Girl, a hint of gentleness crossing his eyes.

"Tao Tao!"

Hearing this, Shen Mutao immediately straightened her small frame, her twin buns swaying slightly as she replied in a crisp voice:

"Disciple is here! What are Revered Master's orders?"

"Although you have long been a Disciple of my Dao Seeking Sect, you were ultimately recruited by your Senior Brother on my behalf," Chen Xuan said calmly, his voice like a spring breeze blowing across a lake. "The apprenticeship ceremony cannot be handled sloppily. We shall complete it here today."

Beside them, Lu Mo also gave a slight smile. "Go on, Junior Sister."

Shen Mutao understood immediately. Her tender knees hit the ground with a 'thud' as she knelt and respectfully kowtowed three times to Chen Xuan. Her forehead made dull 'thud-thud' sounds against the ground, each one filled with absolute piety, her small face full of seriousness:

"Disciple Shen Mutao pays respects to Revered Master! I am willing to obey Revered Master's orders, strictly abide by the Sect rules, and stay by Revered Master's side forever!"

The moment the third kowtow was completed, a crisp System notification suddenly rang in Chen Xuan's mind.

Ding~

[Congratulations to the Host for successfully recruiting an Immortal Dao Seed. Reward: one Apprentice Recruitment Gift Pack.]

[Reward: one sect construction card.]

[Detected Disciple Shen Mutao's Physique as the Glazed Immortal Fetus.]

[Issuing God-tier Immortal Cultivation Manual]

[Myriad Manifestation Glazed Immortal Scripture]

Upon reaching Major Achievement in cultivation, one can transform into all things and manifestations; being a sword, a mountain, light, or a world. The Physical Body becomes the Law itself, and a mere raise of the hand unleashes the might of heaven and earth.

Chen Xuan exhaled a soft breath of turbid air, a hint of gratification flashing in his eyes. With this, his eighth Disciple was officially settled. He flicked his hand, and two streaks of light flew out from the Void Realm, landing directly on the ground in front of Shen Mutao.

A lustrous Jade Slip and two flat peaches with enticing color and plump flesh appeared, their fragrance instantly filling the air.

"These are your apprenticeship gifts from your Revered Master,"

Chen Xuan said warmly. "From now on, you are a formal Disciple of my Dao Seeking Sect. When we return to the Sect, I will take you to meet your other Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters."

Seeing this, Xu Muchen's eyes flashed with surprise, and he was slightly taken aback.

The foundation of this Dao Seeking Sect was truly terrifying, to casually gift a God-tier Cultivation Technique and Lifespan-increasing flat peaches. Although such opportunities existed on the second level of the Immortal Boat, they naturally couldn't be compared to being gifted so casually.

Shen Mutao's round eyes widened, her small face full of joy:

"Thank you for the reward, Revered Master! Disciple will certainly not fail Revered Master's high expectations!"

After speaking, she picked up one of the flat peaches and turned to hand it to Lu Mo:

"Senior Brother, you eat too."

Lu Mo smiled and shook his head slightly, reaching out to rub the top of her head. "It's fine for Junior Sister to eat it. In my current situation, I have no use for this."

Shen Mutao gave an ignorant "oh" and didn't think too much about it. She looked down at the flat peach in her hand, muttering "Tao Tao eats peaches," finding the name quite amusing, and couldn't help but giggle.

Looking at the Little Girl's adorable appearance, Chen Xuan knew he had to give the Jade-Faced Poison Immortal a few stern warnings after returning to the Sect.

It was one thing to let her mess with the other Senior Brothers and Sisters, but this pure-hearted and innocent Little Girl must absolutely not be led astray.

With a thought, he whispered in his heart: "Open the Apprentice Recruitment Gift Pack!"

Ding~

[Congratulations to the Host for obtaining: block card x5, Tribulation Transcendence Experience Card x1, instant kill card x1, sect prestige points x100]

Chen Xuan's eyes lit up; he had almost forgotten about these experience cards. Since he was now at the Mahayana Stage, the experience card had naturally upgraded to the Tribulation Transcendence Stage. Moreover, it was at the Peak of Tribulation Transcendence; wouldn't this also serve as an instant kill card?

Indeed, good things come in pairs.

Chen Xuan's gaze slowly moved from the Little Girl to Xu Muchen.

How sharp was Lu Mo? He saw through Chen Xuan's thoughts at a glance and followed his gaze to Xu Muchen. Even Shen Mutao, who was munching on a flat peach, had her head gently turned toward Xu Muchen by Lu Mo.

Three gazes landed on him simultaneously, instantly putting immense pressure on Xu Muchen.

His body stiffened, and he subconsciously took half a step back, laughing dryly. "Senior, what... what is the meaning of this?"

Chen Xuan said indifferently, "Even the Little Girl has officially performed the apprenticeship ceremony. What are you waiting for? Do it here, don't dawdle."

Beside them, Fairy Hanyan was even more bewildered. She blinked her moist eyes and subconsciously pointed at the tip of her nose, asking uncertainly, "Senior, do... do I have to become a Disciple too?"

Chen Xuan looked at her, his tone peaceful. "Your attainment in Talismans is extraordinary; you clearly do not need guidance from others. If you don't mind, you may join my Dao Seeking Sect as an Elder. We can be considered friends made through conflict. Although the Dao Seeking Sect's foundation isn't as deep as those top Sects, it can provide you with a stable place to stay."

"Elder?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Fairy Hanyan's eyes, and her mind quickly became active.

When they first met in Rain God Continent, she felt this Man in White Robes had an extraordinary bearing that was unforgettable. Not long after, rumors spread that this person had single-handedly turned the tide and saved Rain God Continent from a disaster. Back when he clashed with Chu Haotian and the others in Rain God Continent, if this Senior truly had the intention to strike, she estimated she wouldn't have been able to leave that region.

And earlier, he had slain a Demon Venerable while remaining unscathed, which further proved his unfathomable depth.

Furthermore, if she became a Dao Seeking Sect Elder, when this boy Xu Muchen joined the Sect later, wouldn't he have to treat her with the etiquette of a Junior every day? Thinking of that scene, it was quite interesting.

Xu Muchen, however, was extremely embarrassed. The corners of his mouth twitched twice as he cupped his hands with a bitter smile. "Senior, this isn't very 'expert-like,' is it? This Junior hasn't yet intended to become a Disciple. Aren't you forcing the issue a bit too much?"

Hearing this, Chen Xuan smiled slightly. "It's only a matter of time."

He looked at Xu Muchen and began painting a grand vision for him: "As long as you join my Dao Seeking Sect, you can go out and gain experience wherever you want in the future. As your Revered Master, I won't restrict you everywhere. You can use the resources of the Dao Seeking Sect as you wish, and I will impart all the Cultivation Techniques and secret arts to you without reservation. Isn't that much better than wandering alone?"

With her mind racing, Fairy Hanyan showed a proper smile and cupped her hands in a salute to Chen Xuan, her tone polite yet sincere: "It would be impolite to refuse Senior's kind invitation. I shall trouble the Dao Seeking Sect in the future and am willing to serve the Sect."

"Good."

Chen Xuan nodded in agreement.

He invited Fairy Hanyan to serve as a Sect Elder naturally for the sake of Xu Muchen, his future Disciple. He completely failed to guess that this woman, whom he had almost killed for her treasures, had so many schemes in her heart.

Xu Muchen, who had been sold out by his teammate, instantly widened his eyes and turned to look at Fairy Hanyan, his gaze appearing clear yet carrying a hint of bewilderment.

Wait? I haven't even agreed to become a Disciple yet, so why did you agree to the Elder position first?

Fairy Hanyan felt his gaze but pretended not to see it, gently smoothing the hair by her temple with a calm expression.