Ling Tian Sword God

Chapter 96: Chapter 95 True Disciple Examination_1

The news of the Fire Blade Sect’s annihilation quickly spread throughout the Martial World of Wind Country. After creating an uproar, it continued to circulate, causing a stir across all Five Kingdoms.

Although this incident wasn’t as sensational as the previous news about the Divine Intent Sect, the destruction of a top-tier second-rate sect—one that could even be considered nearly first-rate—still left many figures in the Righteous Martial World utterly astonished.

The Fire Blade Sect, though not on par with the Divine Intent Sect, was quite renowned within the Five Kingdoms. It was unthinkable that they could be annihilated so suddenly and silently.

For a time, a palpable sense of unease and vulnerability spread through the Jianghu.

「In the Wuchen Courtyard of the Divine Intent Sect.」

The turmoil outside didn’t much concern Ling Chen. Truth be told, no one could have known about this incident earlier than he did.

In his room, Ling Chen, who was seated cross-legged on his bed, suddenly opened his eyes. With a wave of his hand, a sword qi condensed from his True Qi materialized and shot out with a SWOOSH.

PSHCHT!

The roof beam, as if made of tofu, was easily pierced through, leaving a delicate sword hole.

Ling Chen had cultivated the External Sword Qi of the Ling Tian Sword Scripture to a state of perfection.

Now, within Ling Chen, his True Qi flowed like an unceasing river, incomparably vast and mighty. This state was only achieved after he had advanced to the Third Level, ”River Inclusion.” The True Qi within Ling Chen’s body was now fully twice as abundant as it was before this advancement.

A full doubling!

Even before this, Ling Chen’s cultivation of the Ling Tian Sword Scripture had made his True Qi far more abundant than that of ordinary people—roughly twice as potent as an average warrior’s. With the recent doubling from ”River Inclusion,” this meant his True Qi was now effectively four times as potent.

Therefore, although he was a Second Level Martial Artist, Ling Chen’s True Qi was approximately four times greater than that of other Second Level Martial Artists.

Such an improvement was undoubtedly terrifying.

Moreover, the quality of Lingtian True Qi was not something ordinary True Qi could compare to.

Now, if Ling Chen were to encounter Duan Guiyun again, he was confident of victory even without deploying the Ancient Saint King Battle Technique.

After finishing his Cultivation, Ling Chen emerged from his room and went into the courtyard.

In the courtyard, Ling Yin was still practicing with her sword. Occasionally, her spirited shouts would echo from the courtyard.

”How is your Cultivation of the Taiyin True Scripture coming along?” Ling Chen walked into the courtyard and approached Ling Yin.

”I’ve reached the Third Level,” Ling Yin replied honestly, sheathing her Long Sword.

”Not bad. The Taiyin True Scripture is difficult to cultivate. You’ve managed to reach the Third Level in just a month; that’s quite fast.” Ling Chen nodded, quite pleased. He looked at Ling Yin, his expression then filled with surprise. ”Your Cultivation has reached the Nine Heavy Realm?”

”Yep.” Ling Yin nodded. ”Senior Sister Xiao took me on several tasks recently. The tasks offered quite a few resource rewards, and Master Zi Yun True Immortal also gave me some Elixirs, which were very helpful for my Cultivation.”

”Your Master and Senior Sister are very dedicated,” Ling Chen’s eyes lit up; he hadn’t anticipated such a pleasant surprise. He nodded. ”It seems it was a good idea to entrust you to Senior Sister Xiao Muyu and have you become a disciple of Zi Yun True Immortal.”

”Since you’ve reached the Nine Heavy Realm, you shouldn’t be far from breaking through to the Martial Master Realm, are you?” Ling Chen suddenly asked, his eyes flickering slightly.

”Yes. But it feels like there’s still a little bit missing.” Ling Yin pinched two fingers together, her gesture exceptionally playful and cute.

”Still a little bit missing?” Ling Chen’s eyes brightened. If it’s just a little bit, that means she’s close, just needing a small push.

”Do you need my help?” Taking a step closer, Ling Chen looked as if he had a solution.

”No need,” Ling Yin replied unexpectedly, shaking her head firmly.

”Why?” Ling Chen was taken aback; he hadn’t expected Ling Yin to refuse him.

”Because even if I say I don’t need it, you’ll still help. So what difference does it make if I say I need it or not?” Ling Yin resumed swinging her Long Sword, seemingly ignoring Ling Chen.

”Alright, what can I do? I’m your brother, after all.” Ling Chen spread his hands in resignation, then flipped his palm, retrieving a box from the Heavenly Mansion Ring.

Opening the box, he revealed a semi-transparent, rich pill that exuded a potent Medicinal Power.

”Is that a Void Spirit Pill?” Ling Yin immediately recognized the semi-transparent pill upon glimpsing it, her pretty face filling with delighted surprise.

”That’s right. With the Void Spirit Pill, you should be able to break through to the Martial Master Realm within a few days.” A slight smile touched Ling Chen’s lips. This Void Spirit Pill was one he had looted from Prince Tai. After Prince Tai was killed by the woman in black, his wealth naturally fell to Ling Chen. While disposing of the body, Ling Chen had meticulously searched it, taking everything of value.

”Thank you, Brother Ling Chen.” Ling Yin took the box. After examining it for a moment, she hugged it joyfully to her chest. Under Ling Chen’s somewhat unprepared gaze, her cherry-like lips drew close, and she planted a kiss on his cheek.

Blushing, Ling Yin then hurried back into her room with the box.

This girl... Ling Chen stood somewhat rigidly, touching the cheek she had kissed. A moment later, a smile spread across his face.

That girl is becoming more and more audacious.

However, this also means Ling Yin has become accustomed to her surroundings here, unlike when she first arrived and was very reserved. This is a good thing.

Watching Ling Yin return to her room, Ling Chen decided to go for a walk and get some fresh air.

Just as he turned, he saw a middle-aged figure in a Purple Robe standing at the entrance. Zi Yun True Immortal was standing not far off, though Ling Chen hadn’t noticed his arrival.

Ling Chen cupped his hands. ”Greetings, Purple Cloud Master.” He was a bit curious why the True Immortal would suddenly visit the Wuchen Courtyard. Could it be something important?

”Ling Chen, has your Cultivation been progressing smoothly recently?” Zi Yun True Immortal scrutinized Ling Chen. With his abilities, he naturally detected the improvement in Ling Chen’s Cultivation; Ling Chen was now a Second Level Martial Artist.

”It’s been quite smooth.” Ling Chen nodded. ”For Purple Cloud Master to visit, it must be for something important, right?” For someone as busy as Zi Yun True Immortal to take the time to come here, this matter is likely quite significant.

”It’s like this.” Zi Yun True Immortal pondered for a moment before speaking. ”In five days, it will be this year’s selection trial for True Disciples. I think you should give it a try and reclaim your status as a True Disciple through your own strength.”

”True Disciple selection?” Ling Chen looked slightly surprised and frowned. ”But I’m currently only an Outer Sect Disciple. I’m afraid I don’t even qualify to participate in the selection.”

”You don’t need to worry about that. I’ve already elevated your status to Inner Disciple. In five days, you just need to go to the Martial Arts Plaza and participate in the trial. However, only the top three among this batch of Inner Disciples will gain the qualification to be promoted to True Disciple.”

”Whether you can obtain the qualification for promotion will ultimately depend on your strength.” Zi Yun True Immortal looked intently at Ling Chen. Achieving a top-three rank among the Inner Disciples is no small feat. The selection for True Disciples is held only once every other year, and the number of positions is extremely limited. Among the Inner Disciples, there are many long-standing members with profound Cultivation who are determined to seize this opportunity.