Chapter 450: Chapter 449 Let Gratitude Fly for a While
Great Xia Empire.
Martial artists are abundant, especially with the existence of the Polar Star Battlefield, making these martial artists’ presence critically important...
After all, whether it is pure technological power or pure martial arts cultivation, it’s impossible to resist so many mysterious races of the heavens with strange racial superpowers.
But for martial artists, if you trace the roots.
More than eighty percent of martial artists originate from Martial Mansions and Sects.
The sects are primarily divided into five sects...
The five sects have their own strengths, making it difficult to determine superiority.
Although the five Great Sects may seem few in number, not enough to compare with the Martial Mansions that have disciples all over the world, in reality, the initial number of sects was no less than dozens.
They just competed and devoured each other.
Until now, only these five most quintessential sects remain, along with the most profound and mysterious martial arts classics within their sects.
In terms of intricacy, these five sects, which have endured numerous tribulations and fused to fruition, might have deeper foundations than the Four Great Martial Mansions.
This day.
Cuowu Sect, one of the five Great Sects.
Three thousand disciples left their respective positions.
The many disciples all appeared before the sect, ranking by seniority, standing respectfully in rows.
Leading them.
Headed by Sun Bumie, followed by the elders, and then the steward elders.
Before dawn, everyone was already standing in front of the sect, with such solemnity, evidently even more meticulous than the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition decreed by His Majesty at that time.
And they were waiting for...
Though it was only one person, to Cuowu Sect, it was a unique individual.
If Sun Bumie’s actions right after returning from the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition made the authoritative elders of the sect somewhat displeased, as no one wants an additional master above their head.
Especially when this master is so young... practically the age of their grandchildren.
But now.
In just a few months, everyone’s mindset has changed completely.
A young martial artist, merely twenty, who could kill an experienced grandmaster with bare hands...
Anyone with sense would know, how great the potential for this person to break through Guiyuan and step into the Creation Realm is.
It’s known that the martial path is finite, having developed for hundreds of years, reaching Guiyuan is the limit.
In over a hundred years, the number of martial artists who have reached the Creation Realm is just three or four... and those who have broken through to the Creation Realm are tight-lipped about it, saying no more.
So, to them, Guiyuan is the limit.
But now, a human’s limit, at less than twenty, is already infinitely close. How far can his future go?
Coupled with his influence in the Great Xia Empire, and even within the Martial Mansions.
No elder who has risen to power is foolish, and anyone with sense wouldn’t be the slightest bit dissatisfied with Xu Lingjun becoming their Supreme Elder...
Never mind the grandson generation, there is no problem at all in being his grandchildren.
That’s why upon learning that Xu Lingjun was coming to Cuowu Sect.
Sun Bumie was initially worried that such formality would dissatisfy the elders, but didn’t expect those elders to actually come up with quite a few suggestions, if it weren’t for Sun Bumie’s intervention, they might have even orchestrated a show with gongs and drums, fireworks exploding in celebration.
And the disciples gathered in one place, inquiring among themselves, after knowing who they were waiting for, all were full of curiosity.
Though Xu Lingjun was slightly younger than them, his experiences were far richer than theirs.
The sole winner of the Four Mansions Trial and the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition.
Slaying a grandmaster, achieving the position of Commander in Chief in his twenties.
Merely hearing about these glorious achievements makes one’s heart yearn for it.
Therefore, when Xu Lingjun arrived at Cuowu Sect.
It instantly caused an uproar...
Especially among the many female disciples, all were swayed in heart and spirit, feeling as if they saw the prince from their dreams appear in reality...
They had only heard of Xu Lingjun’s great power, but hadn’t expected his appearance to be even more formidable than his strength.
And Xu Lingjun was also surprised, seeing the masses of sect disciples.
Each one eagerly awaiting, as if famished, especially considering Xu Lingjun’s mentality of returning the cultivation technique... it was even more so.
"Welcome back to the sect, Martial Uncle!"
Sun Bumie led the salute, after which all three thousand disciples bowed, their humble demeanor as if welcoming the actual sect leader.
"Welcome back, Supreme Elder."
Xu Lingjun stepped forward to support Sun Bumie, earnestly saying, "I didn’t expect to trouble the Sect Leader with such a grand reception; it really makes me feel flattered."
"After all, it’s the first time you, Martial Uncle, are coming to Cuowu Sect. Naturally, we should show respect. In the future, when you return, it’ll be like coming home, and there won’t be a need for such formality then."
Sun Bumie solemnly said, "Martial Uncle, please."
Xu Lingjun nodded.
Under Sun Bumie’s guidance, he headed towards the sect.
Upon arriving at the great hall.
Gestured for the disciples to depart, each to their own tasks.
Leaving only the main elders to accompany, and Xu Lingjun sat at the foremost position.
Sun Bumie smiled and said, "Martial Uncle previously promised me, saying you would return directly to Cuowu Sect after coming back from the Polar Star Battlefield, I never expected you to be delayed so long, you came much later than I envisioned."
"There were some personal affairs to handle, after all."
Xu Lingjun said, "I came here this time to fulfill the promise, specifically to look at Cuowu Sect’s Martial Arts Ultimate Techniques."
"Of course, as the Supreme Elder of Cuowu Sect, this is your inherent prerogative."
"Furthermore, I came here this time with an important matter to address, or rather, two important matters to attend to."
"What are they?"
"The first matter is to return... no, to bring back our Cuowu Sect’s ’Reversed Tao Qiankun’."
Once Xu Lingjun finished speaking.
The numerous elders couldn’t help but show expressions of excitement.
’Reversed Tao Qiankun’, a Supreme Level Martial Skill, also an advanced derivative technique of ’Reversing Heaven and Earth’... Which of the present elders isn’t proficient in ’Reversing Heaven and Earth’?
If they can obtain ’Reversed Tao Qiankun’, though not guaranteed, there is finally hope for Guiyuan.
All bowed together, saying, "Thank you, Supreme Elder, for your grace!"
Xu Lingjun stepped forward to support Sun Bumie, sincerely saying, "I didn’t expect that it would trouble the Sect Leader to make such a great commotion, it really makes me feel overwhelmed and honored."
"After all, this is your first time at Cuowu Sect, Martial Uncle, we naturally ought to show respect. In the future, when you come again, it’ll be as if coming home, and there will be no need for such formality then."
Sun Bumie said solemnly, "Please, Martial Uncle."
Xu Lingjun nodded.
Under Sun Bumie’s guidance, he walked toward the sect.
Upon reaching the great hall.
He signaled the disciples to leave, each to their own tasks.
Then, only the main elders remained to accompany him, while Xu Lingjun stepped up to the very front seat.
Sun Bumie smiled and said, "Martial Uncle previously promised me, saying you would return directly to Cuowu Sect after coming back from the Polar Star Battlefield, I never expected you to be delayed so long, after all, you might have had personal matters that needed attending to."
Xu Lingjun replied, "I came here for the journey and for the promise I made at the time, specifically to look at Cuowu Sect’s Martial Arts Ultimate Techniques, ’Reversing Heaven and Earth’."
"As the Supreme Elder of Cuowu Sect, it is your rightful position to do so, Martial Uncle."
Moreover, I also came this time for another matter, and this request might trouble you a bit."
"The first matter is to return...no, to bring back the ’Reversed Tao Qiankun’ of our Cuowu Sect."
Xu Lingjun’s voice fell.
The faces of many elders were filled with joy.
’Reversed Tao Qiankun’, a Supreme Level Martial Skill, also the evolved technique of ’Reversing Heaven and Earth’... How many present elders are not eager about it?
If not for the allure of this martial skill, there would have been no need for him to humble himself and address Xu Lingjun as uncle with respect. Now that Xu Lingjun is willing to return this martial skill, he couldn’t help but be overjoyed.
Not to mention the grandchildren; it wouldn’t even be an issue to consider him as a grandfather.
To which, upon hearing that Xu Lingjun planned to visit Cuowu Sect.
Sun Bumie, still concerned that such an elaborate show would draw the elders’ dissatisfaction, found the elders had actually suggested many ideas, and if not for Sun Bumie’s intervention, there might have been gongs and fireworks arranged too.
As the disciples gathered, inquiring among themselves, upon finding out whom they awaited, they all were filled with curiosity.
The ripe age of Xu Lingjun was slightly younger than them, but his experiences were infinitely richer than theirs.
The sole victor of the Four Mansions Trial and the Five Sects Martial Arts Competition.
Slaying a grandmaster, achieving the position of Commander in Chief at just twenty.
Just hearing of these great feats makes one full of admiration.
Thus, when Xu Lingjun arrived at Cuowu Sect.
It immediately drew an uproar...
Especially among the many female disciples, whose hearts and spirits swayed, feeling as if they saw the prince of their dreams appear in reality...
They only heard that Xu Lingjun was exceptionally powerful, but they didn’t expect his face to be even more terrifying than his strength.
And Xu Lingjun was still baffled, seeing the sprawling scene of sect disciples.
With everyone eagerly awaiting, as if they were famished, especially as Xu Lingjun approached this with a mindset of returning the cultivation technique... even more so.
"Bow and welcome back to the sect, Martial Uncle!"
Sun Bumie took the lead in greeting, and then all three thousand disciples bowed in unison, their humble demeanor as if truly welcoming the Sect Leader’s arrival.
"Welcome back, Supreme Elder."
Xu Lingjun stepped forward to support Sun Bumie, earnestly saying, "I didn’t expect to bother the Sect Leader with such a grand affair; it really makes me feel flattered."
"After all, it is your first time coming to Cuowu Sect, Martial Uncle, we should naturally show respect, when you come back in the future, it will be like coming home, no need to be so formal then."
Sun Bumie said solemnly, "Martial Uncle, please."
Xu Lingjun nodded.
Under the guidance of Sun Bumie, he proceeded towards the sect.
Arriving at the great hall.
Indicating the disciples to disperse, each going about their duties.
Sun Bumie then said with a smile, "Previously, you promised me, Martial Uncle, that after your return from the Polar Star Battlefield, you would return directly to Cuowu Sect. I never thought you’d be delayed so long, but I understand personal affairs."
Xu Lingjun said, "I came this time to fulfill the promise and specifically to look at Cuowu Sect’s Martial Arts Ultimate Techniques."
"Of course, as the Supreme Elder of Cuowu Sect, this is your privilege, Martial Uncle."
"Besides, I came this time with another matter to address, and this request might be a burden to you."
"First, to return... no, to bring back our Cuowu Sect’s ’Reversed Tao Qiankun’."
As Xu Lingjun spoke.
The faces of many elders were full of excitement.
’Reversed Tao Qiankun’, a Supreme Level Martial Skill, is also an advanced derivative technique of ’Reversing Heaven and Earth’... among the elders present, who wouldn’t yearn for Guiyuan.
All of them bowed together and said, "Thank you, Supreme Elder, for your great kindness!"
Alas, as the Supreme Elder of Cuowu Sect, it is your prerogative to return the martial skill, and I will leave some of my own insights, making this martial skill even stronger, after all, everyone here is eager for this martial skill.
He motioned for wordlessly, but received more than a thousand Source Value in return.
Then, Xu Lingjun smiled and said, "Thank you, Martial Uncle, for your kindness, with this, I am confident in raising my strength within three months, not to be outdone by the Sun and Moon Bright Sect’s Tomorrow!"
Sun Bumie respectfully saluted Xu Lingjun.
Another elder leafed through a few pages and his heart trembled... also saluting Xu Lingjun respectfully.
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