Chapter 018 Naturally Willing

The competition continues.

The Great Dao Sect is indeed impressive, planning to conclude a disciple tournament within a single day.

This is the efficiency of a major sect.

In other sects, it's common for a disciple tournament to last three to five days, or even ten days to half a month.

Perhaps this is also the style of the Great Dao Sect.

Rather than watching these juniors spar like novices, it's better to save time for one's own cultivation.

Notice how the Sect Leader hasn't appeared at such events.

Ji Changming suspects that the reason the Great Dao Sect established a deputy sect leader is because the Sect Leader didn't want to spend too much time managing sect affairs.

Fifth round.

Lu Ye versus Linghu Wushuang.

Linghu Wushuang had been defeated by Lu Ye before, so he naturally knew his strength.

"I have made up for my shortcomings, but it seems I'm still not your match," Linghu Wushuang said.

This was the first time Lu Ye spoke on the stage.

"Knowing shame and striving for improvement is the path of cultivation."

Linghu Wushuang remained silent for a moment.

"Thank you!"

"You're welcome."

"Then why are you always so harsh on your junior sister?" Linghu Wushuang asked, puzzled.

Lu Ye smiled but didn't answer. He brought his two fingers together.

A sword intent gathered between his fingers.

With a single point.

Linghu Wushuang's mind instantly rang with alarm bells. Watching the incoming sword light, he seemed to see the infinite mysteries of the sword path.

"Flying Clouds Viewing Immortal!"

"Ding!"

Sword light clashed with sword light.

Countless blood marks suddenly erupted on Linghu Wushuang's body.

He stepped back repeatedly, only stopping when he reached the edge of the stage.

Lu Ye did not make a second move.

The sword intent that burst forth from that single point clearly appeared in Linghu Wushuang's mind. He pondered it over and over, thought about it again and again.

"I concede!"

After admitting defeat, Linghu Wushuang bowed deeply, jumped off the stage, and sat cross-legged with his eyes closed, seeking enlightenment.

Lu Ye turned and left.

The elders widened their eyes, their faces filled with disbelief.

This sword intent?

Absolutely stunning!

Unbelievable!

Previously, Lu Ye had always ended battles with a single punch, relying on sheer force to overcome all techniques.

But this sword technique with his two fingers revealed Lu Ye's terrifying mastery of the sword!

"A disciple of Bai Qiulan? I’ll go and ask Qiulan. She’s not a dedicated sword cultivator. Such a sword prodigy must be handed over to me for guidance!"

"Nonsense! You can’t even beat me. He should be taught by me!"

"This sword energy is too incredible. I feel unworthy to teach him. No, I must find my master. He’ll be overjoyed!"

The sword-wielding elders immediately became busy.

Some went to find Bai Qiulan, while others sought out their own masters.

If Lu Ye had only shown immense strength before, it would have been normal. After all, it’s the Great Dao Sect, and it’s not surprising to have one or two exceptionally powerful geniuses.

But the sword mastery Lu Ye just displayed was not merely about being a strong fighter.

He was a rare sword prodigy, having only practiced for half a year and already reaching such a level. It was simply... indescribable!

Bai Qiulan was quickly surrounded.

"Sister Qiulan, you’ve seen it. Lu Ye’s true expertise lies in the sword. Since you’re not particularly skilled in sword techniques, why not let him become my disciple? If you agree, my Lone Sword Peak is willing to offer all its resources to Bai Lan Peak for the next three years!"

"I’ll offer five years! Sister Qiulan, you know me. My 'Hidden Sword Scripture' has struggled to find a successor. Now that we’ve found such a promising talent, if you don’t give him to Hidden Sword Peak, our lineage will be cut off!"

"Sister Qiulan, I’m willing to give you twenty years’ worth of resources..."

Bai Qiulan looked at the crowd vying for Lu Ye, feeling somewhat helpless.

What could you possibly teach him?

Lu Ye’s mastery isn’t just limited to the sword. His talent in all cultivation paths is equally terrifying.

Not only could he be your master, but he could even be the master of your ancestors’ ancestors.

"Senior brothers, I’m sorry, but Lu Ye belongs to Bai Lan Peak. I really can’t hand him over to you," Bai Qiulan firmly refused.

"Ah, sister, Lu Ye is on Bai Lan Peak, but your peak focuses on spell cultivation. It’s such a waste of his talent!"

"Besides, you already have Chu Ling. Just give Lu Ye to us!"

"No, Lu Ye will absolutely not be given to you. There’s no room for negotiation!" Bai Qiulan resolutely refused.

Lu Ye watched this scene and raised an eyebrow.

This shouldn’t be happening!

Bai Qiulan still wants to be his master? Shouldn't she treat him like a hot potato and quickly pass him on to avoid any further incidents of disrespect or betrayal?

"Junior Bai, I want this Lu Ye!"

A powerful aura suddenly descended, and with his arrival, all the swords at the scene began to hum, as if welcoming the master of swordsmanship.

The old man, dressed in black robes with an ancient sword on his back, spoke with great authority.

"Greetings, Senior Brother Zhanjian!"

"Greetings, Uncle Zhanjian!"

"Greetings, Supreme Elder Zhanjian!"

Everyone paid their respects to Supreme Elder Zhanjian.

Unity Dao Realm!

A Supreme Elder from the Unity Dao Realm has come to snatch him away.

Everyone was shocked, never expecting that a disciple competition would attract the attention of a Supreme Elder from the Unity Dao Realm.

If Lu Ye were to become a disciple of the Unity Dao Realm, he would undoubtedly rise a level, becoming the junior brother of the Sect Leader and the various peak masters.

"Junior Brother Zhanjian, I actually think Lu Ye is more suited to my path of swordsmanship."

A light laugh echoed from the void.

Another Supreme Elder appeared.

"Senior Brother Tao, why do I feel that Lu Ye is more suited to my path of swordsmanship?" Yet another Supreme Elder appeared.

Three Supreme Elders were now vying for Lu Ye.

Bai Qiulan's expression turned slightly grim.

For some reason, she was very unwilling to let Lu Ye become someone else's disciple.

Perhaps there was a trace of panic she didn't want to admit.

If Lu Ye really became someone else's disciple, wouldn't she and Lu Ye have no further connection from then on?

No!

Absolutely not!

Bai Qiulan's gaze sharpened.

"Seniors, according to the sect's rules, you can only choose disciples when they first enter the sect. The time has passed, and now that you see my disciple's talent, you come to snatch him. This is not the way of a senior!" Bai Qiulan said firmly.

"You're not a sword cultivator, how can you properly teach a powerful sword cultivator?"

"That's still no reason for you to snatch him!"

A group of sword cultivators frantically tried to persuade Bai Qiulan, but she remained unmoved.

"Anyway, I don't care, I've decided to take Lu Ye as my disciple. As long as he agrees, I will immediately report to the Sect Leader and let him decide!"

"Fine, Junior Bai is being stubborn. Let's go find the Sect Leader!"

"Lu Ye, I ask you now, are you willing to leave Bai Lan Peak and join another swordsman's sect?" asked the Sword Battle Venerable.

Instantly, numerous gazes converged on Lu Ye.

Yue Hongling clenched her fists nervously, while Bai Qiulan's gaze, usually calm as water, rippled with emotion at this moment.

A faint smile appeared on Lu Ye's face.

He spoke softly.

"Naturally, I am willing!"

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