Chapter 519: Chapter 508: Sword Cultivator Father
After Foundation Establishment, Lin Shen thought a lot, and his greatest desire was to have a fair competition with Ye Sheng to clear his name from being inferior to him.
Actually, this was only his own thought, as any cultivator in the outside world would never underestimate him.
A twenty-year-old cultivator with Five Spirit Roots at Foundation Establishment stage, if placed in the Xuanyuan Realm, would be the first of its kind historically.
Even Ye Sheng thought Lin Shen was very impressive, but with Ye Qiu frequently advising him to focus on his own growth rather than comparing himself to others, as well as his master Perfected Ming Shi constantly reminding him to make a sword with character to give to his father.
Ye Sheng has always had a good mentality, even if Lin Shen defeats him now, it wouldn’t matter to him; he only wishes to improve his cultivation rapidly and to forge a sword worthy of his father.
Therefore, Ye Sheng doesn’t feel the jealousy towards Lin Shen as others might think, he’s rather happy for him. Another genius has emerged in their Tianyan Sect, isn’t that a good thing? Why should he be jealous? Would jealousy make him more formidable than Lin Shen?
Moreover, Ye Sheng doesn’t think he is inferior to Lin Shen; he has made some accomplishments in Artifact Refining recently, even his master praised him. His daily sword practice has not been neglected, he knows Lin Shen has many techniques, but so what? Doesn’t he also have Little Blue and Little Hai as companions, and the Dark Blue Ice Flame in his Dantian that causes one’s heart to tremble, isn’t that comparable to Lin Shen?
Therefore, Ye Sheng’s mentality has never collapsed; he is making gradual progress every day.
Just as Lin Shen was preparing to find an excuse to have an openly fair competition with Ye Sheng, the central vast plains of the Xuanyuan Continent suddenly emitted a series of strange sounds. After the sounds, a majestic palace inexplicably appeared in the center of the plains, where deep and ancient bell sounds emanated from inside.
In the Cultivation World, nothing ever appears out of nowhere; those bell sounds seemed to summon all cultivators, prompting all major sects to send their high-level cultivators, including Ye Qiu from the Tianyan Sect.
Though Ye Qiu is at the Nascent Soul Middle Stage, which seems a level lower than other Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, no one underestimates his combat prowess, for who isn’t aware that sword cultivators often challenge those beyond their level? Besides, Ye Qiu is a revered figure in the Sword Dao.
The only cause that could create such a disturbance, Ye Qiu knows, is probably the Yuyang Secret Realm where Ye Sheng perished in his past life.
He also knows that cultivators above the Extreme Golden Core cannot enter, but still he goes to check as instructed by his sect.
The vast plain is at the center of the Xuanyuan Realm, equidistant from several major sects, so when the people from Tianyan Sect arrived, the Wuji Sect, Ten Thousand Buddha Sect, and Beast Taming Sect almost reached at the same time.
But without exception, no one was able to enter. Just as everyone thought they hadn’t found the right method or the right time, an old yet authoritative voice emanated from inside the palace.
"One month later, the palace doors will open for those below Golden Core."
Not only is there a time restriction, but a cultivation level limit as well, none of the major sects doubted the accuracy of this voice. After leaving a few people to keep watch, the people from Tianyan Sect and other sects quickly returned, now the most important thing is to decide who to send in.
The situation inside the palace is unknown, even if there is a great opportunity, they cannot blindly arrange for all disciples to enter. One month is neither long nor short, but for those in charge, it is indeed a very busy time.
"If I had known about such an opportunity, I would have delayed my Core Formation for a few years," said Jin Quan, the eldest senior brother of Artifact Refining Peak, his words seemingly full of regret, but his eyes are exceptionally bright and his mouth corners are smiling, indicating that he is merely jesting.
"However, you three must strive to seize opportunities as much as possible while ensuring your safety. Never be too polite with others, understand? That includes fellow sect members too." He seriously instructed the three junior brothers and sisters.
Other than Jin Quan, the eldest disciple, and Ye Sheng, the youngest, there was also a second senior brother, Zhan Xiaofu, and a third senior sister, Wang Ting, at Artifact Refining Peak.
Zhan Xiaofu’s name revealed his characteristics; he was plump and adorable, often smiling, clearly a person blessed with good fortune.
However, Third Senior Sister Wang Ting was much more composed. She seemed not like Zhan Xiaofu’s junior but more like his senior sister.
Fortunately, these two returned to the sect last year after their training; otherwise, they might have missed this opportunity.
Yet, before the emergence of the Yuyang Secret Realm, there were no traces of it, and many who went out for training haven’t returned to the sect. If clever, they might rush to the vast plains and could still share in the spoils. Those who can’t make it, well, it’s just bad luck.
However, what the situation is like inside the secret realm now is still unknown. Whether it holds opportunities or a disaster, no one can tell.
"Big Senior Brother, understood, I will protect the Second Senior Brother and our youngest." Wang Ting nodded solemnly.
Zhan Xiaofu was displeased, his fair little face showing frustration: "I’m the senior brother. I should be the one taking care of you. Third Senior Sister, please don’t treat me like a child."
"You still argue." Jin Quan knocked on his head, "When have you ever been worry-free? If it wasn’t for Third Senior Sister protecting you during the last training mission, who knows what could have happened to you. Don’t add to the chaos, just stop fighting."
"I didn’t." Zhan Xiaofu still wasn’t convinced.
Wang Ting glanced at him, and he immediately stopped talking, even flashing a pleasing smile at Wang Ting.
Ye Sheng found the scene amusing. He had no siblings growing up, and his father was strict with no playmates around. It wasn’t until he arrived at Artifact Refining Peak that not only did his Big Senior Brother treat him with great care, but even the Second Senior Brother and Third Senior Sister who had returned last year had been friendly and caring. Though the Second Senior Brother was a bit unruly often upsetting the Big Senior Brother.
However, although the Second Senior Brother was mischievous, his nature wasn’t bad. Among the three, he had the best talent for Artifact Refining. Even their Master, Perfected Ming Shi, couldn’t tolerate his pranks and sweet talk, but there was someone who could handle him, and that was Third Senior Sister.
Third Senior Sister and the Second Senior Brother joined the sect in the same year, but since the Second Senior Brother was a few days older, he got the title of senior brother. However, in terms of temperament, Third Senior Sister didn’t seem like his junior sister but more like a senior.
Sometimes, even when their Master Perfected Ming Shi couldn’t control the Second Senior Brother, a single glance from Third Senior Sister could calm him down.
Ye Sheng thought that, given the character of his Second Senior Brother, it might be many years before he could celebrate his and Third Senior Sister’s wedding.
"This is the storage bag Master gave you; it contains some life-saving items. Don’t hesitate to use them." The three junior brothers and sisters were about to go to an unknown dangerous place, and Jin Quan was also full of worry. Still, it’s better to have more rather than fewer things to protect oneself, so better to be well prepared.