Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 2016: Chapter 2019: Feng Yun Geniuses, Each Finds Their Place

The Nine Heavens Palace might truly not be as powerful as the Five Great Forces of the Xuanwu Continent, but they have been kind to him, and he would never forget that.

What’s more, Ling Xiao always believed that there are secrets waiting to be discovered in the Land of Ten Thousand Thunderbolts.

As long as he joins the Nine Heavens Palace, there is a chance to uncover these mysteries and thereby gain greater benefits for himself.

”Everyone, I have made my choice. The former Palace Master of the Nine Heavens Palace was a lifesaver for me, and is like half a master to me. I apologize to all, but I choose the Nine Heavens Palace, though not as a disciple. I wonder what Palace Master Jiutian Meng thinks of this?”

Ling Xiao asked while looking at Jiutian Meng.

If Jiutian Meng agreed that he would not be bound by the Nine Heavens Palace, his decision would be made.

”Of course, there’s no problem.”

Jiutian Meng was truly overjoyed in her heart.

And very surprised.

Despite facing such tempting offers, Ling Xiao chose the Nine Heavens Palace. Those offers were something the Nine Heavens Palace could not provide.

Especially now that the Nine Heavens Palace was no longer as strong as it used to be, with no advantage over the Five Great Forces of the Western Region of the Xuanwu Continent.

Even the only advantage, the Land of Ten Thousand Thunderbolts, was mainly occupied by the Xuanwu Divine Hall.

Ling Xiao choosing them was a surprise and a delight, one that Jiutian Meng would welcome no matter what.

Honestly, even giving up her position as Palace Master to Ling Xiao wouldn’t matter.

”Fine, since you have this mindset, we won’t force you. Everyone has their ambitions.”

Mo Yan Ke sighed, though it was clear he still harbored some unwillingness.

The other forces felt the same.

Perhaps the only one joyful was Xuan Ming from the Linglong Palace.

Ling Xiao not joining any of the Five Great Forces of the Western Region but choosing the Nine Heavens Palace meant the balance of power wouldn’t be disrupted.

”Fei Ye, Linglong, you two should join the Soul Hall, it will be more beneficial for your future development.”

After a moment of contemplation, One Brow Daoist from the Zhengyi Sect spoke to his two disciples.

”As you command!”

Zui Linglong nodded, ”Since Sect Master has spoken, Zui Linglong is willing to join the Soul Hall.”

Joining the Soul Hall was clearly the best opportunity for her, one she would not miss.

Phoenix Feiye gave One Brow Daoist a playful glance, knowing that although the Zhengyi Sect wasn’t as formidable as the Five Great Forces of the Xuanwu Continent’s Western Region, it was at least on par with the Xuanwu Divine Hall and Nine Heavens Palace.

One Brow Daoist’s suggestion that she joins the Soul Hall wasn’t just for her to cultivate well.

There was likely another meaning, similar to when she was previously sent to infiltrate the Fan Family.

But it suited her purpose anyway.

”I, Phoenix Feiye, am willing to join the Soul Hall.”

She finally made her decision.

”Great, welcome both of you.”

Hun Wuqian seemed very pleased, although losing Ling Xiao left him a bit disappointed, gaining Phoenix Feiye and Zui Linglong was quite satisfactory.

”Feng Ying, you should go to the Heavenly King Sect, your Righteous Qi can be greatly enhanced there.”

One Brow Daoist gave Feng Ying a look and said.

”As you command!”

”Ba Tu, you should go to the Xuan She Demon Sect, it’s more beneficial for your cultivation.”

After a moment of thought, the Skysea King said.

”Yes, I was thinking the same.”

Though Tianai Ba Tu had the Demon King’s Domineering Aura, suitable for the Heavenly King Sect, he was clearly more interested in Devil Path martial arts.

The Xuan She Demon Sect would certainly be his best choice.

With this, all four suddenly appearing major forces had disciples they needed.

Tianai Ba Tu, Phoenix Feiye, Feng Ying, Zui Linglong, even Dan Feng and Liu Lian all had their destinies decided.

The Xuan She Demon Sect had invited Leng Mei as well, but she refused, clearly unwilling to leave Ling Xiao.

The Heavenly King Sect had also invited Joshua Long, given he was truly of the Dragon Clan, and his Dragon Power matched the essence of the Heavenly King Sect well.

But Joshua Long also refused, unwilling to leave Ling Xiao’s side.

Everyone had their choices, and Ling Xiao did not force them. Honestly, the talents of these two were second only to his, making him reluctant to part with them.

”Our Heavenly King Sect may prefer those with kingly or dominating aura, but anyone ranked within the top twenty who wishes to join is welcome.”

Compared to other forces, the Heavenly King Sect had less rigid requirements for disciples.

The Xuan She Demon Sect focuses solely on cultivating the Devil Path;

The Seven Stars Sword Palace focuses solely on the Sword Dao;

The Soul Hall focuses solely on the Soul Path.

These three major forces had very specific criteria for apprentice selection.

With the Heavenly King Sect’s announcement, Young Master Sky Wolf and Silver Wolf Princess promptly declared their intention to join.

Jun Moqing and Jun Mochou joined the Linglong Palace, which was the Xuanwu Divine Hall.

Receiving just these two was unsatisfactory to Xuan Ming.

Since there was a lack of quality, they simply focused on quantity.

Their conditions eased significantly, registering all martial artists who had ever advanced to the King’s Battle.

Though it was somewhat humiliating, there was no choice.

The quickly ripening fruits they had hoped to pick were snatched by others, fueling his resentment, but what could he do?

Blame lay in many past vile actions by the Xuanwu Divine Hall, leaving many top geniuses with ill feelings toward them.

After all, the more talented one is, the more personality they have. When forced, they begin to harbor a grudge, even if unexpressed.

”Hahaha, congratulations to the Linglong Palace for acquiring so many good disciples. We’ll see you again.”

Mo Yan Ke laughed heartily, leaving with the martial artists joining the Xuan She Demon Sect.

His supposed congratulations were evidently a taunt to Xuan Ming.

The other three forces also left with their selected talented disciples.

Their arrival had been hurried, and their departure was quick as well, but no force left empty-handed.

Though they couldn’t gain Ling Xiao, it wasn’t bad overall.

As for the ultimate reward of the White Tiger Summit, it was clear those joining other sects wouldn’t receive it.

After all, the reward was issued by the Xuanwu Divine Hall, and not joining the Xuanwu Divine Hall meant forfeiting the prize.

But they didn’t care, trusting that the sect they joined would offer them similar compensation.

”Ling Xiao, are you certain you won’t join our Linglong Palace? If you are willing, we can put past grievances aside and offer you the most favorable conditions.

If you decline, you won’t receive the first prize of the White Tiger Summit.”

Xuan Ming watched those people depart, then glanced around, developing a desire to recruit Ling Xiao.

If he managed to have Ling Xiao join, then the loss wouldn’t really be a loss.

”I’m sorry, I won’t join any force. Going to the Nine Heavens Palace is merely repaying a debt.

As for your Linglong Palace, I hold grudges very dearly. Unless you kill Magic Cube Honorable and apologize to me publicly, I may consider letting bygones be bygones.

Perhaps I might even have my friends join you.”

Ling Xiao still had talents like Leng Mei, Joshua Long, Lan Xue, and Red Moon by his side, which could not be ignored.