First Immortal of Destiny

Chapter 70: Gathering Together

As the top sect of the Chiyan Kingdom, the Linjiang Sect has gathered many talented individuals, especially among the disciples who have entered the inner sect. Many of them have strong backgrounds and should not be underestimated.

Although he is quite satisfied with his progress in the past few months, he does not believe that with his current strength, he can be invincible among his peers.

"There are only three days left, and there won't be much improvement in other aspects."

"I'll just refine some defensive talismans. They might come in handy on the arena."

Three days later, in the cave dwelling.

Shen Mo brought the roasted meat to the Spirit Burrow Rat and began today's feeding work.

Then, he looked towards the pavilion.

Today, someone came to his cave dwelling.

Cao Ren.

With the competition among the new disciples approaching, he specially invited him to go to the Yuxu Platform together.

"It's almost noon. The competition among the new disciples is about to begin. Let's hurry to the Yuxu Platform to gather."

"There's no rush."

Shen Mo was not as anxious as him.

According to the sect's instructions.

This time, the competition among the new disciples will be held at the Yuxu Platform, and important figures from the Linjiang Sect will be present to watch.

When it's time to gather the disciples, the special sun and moon bell used to announce important events within the sect will be used.

It won't be too late to go when the bell rings.

"Why do you seem so calm?"

Cao Ren found it strange that Shen Mo appeared so calm and composed.

"What's there to be nervous about? It's just a competition."

Shen Mo shrugged. "Just do your best. As for the outcome, it's up to fate."

He was cautiously optimistic about his own strength and estimated that it wouldn't be difficult to make it into the top ten.

But if he didn't meet the standard, he wouldn't be too disappointed either.

After all, he now had the Destiny System by his side. As long as he could survive, he had confidence in catching up later.

"Ah, I'm not as lucky as you." Cao Ren sighed. "My father didn't pay much attention to my cultivation before, but ever since I advanced to the Qi Gathering stage, he suddenly changed and gave me a strict order. In this competition among the new disciples, I must enter the top fifty and not disgrace our Cao family."

"But I don't have that ability."

The inner sect disciples participating in the competition among the new disciples usually number over two hundred.

To make it into the top fifty, one must win at least two matches.

For Shen Mo, this requirement might be considered ordinary.

But Cao Ren didn't have the same level of accumulation as Shen Mo. Among the disciples who had just entered the inner sect, he could only be considered average.

"I have prepared some talismans these past few days. They might come in handy when we arrive at the Yuxu Platform."

Shen Mo saw the worried look on his face and took out some talismans from his pocket to give to him.

"Take some of these."

"Thank you."

Cao Ren was overjoyed and felt deeply moved.

"Thank you, but we have this kind of relationship. There's no need to thank me."

"When you receive your monthly stipend from the sect, you can exchange these talismans with me at market price."

While they were talking, the sound of the sect's bell suddenly rang within the Linjiang Sect.

"Dang!"

"Dang!"

The sound of the bell reverberated throughout the inner sect area.

Following the bell, a powerful voice sounded.

"The competition among the new disciples is about to begin. Newly promoted inner sect disciples, gather at the Yuxu Platform."

"It's starting!"

Upon hearing this voice, Shen Mo and Cao Ren immediately set off, flying on their swords towards the Yuxu Platform.

In front of the Yuxu Platform.

A middle-aged man in a purple robe stood proudly.

This person is Elder Chu Chen, who is in charge of internal affairs in the Linjiang Sect.

He is the one presiding over this competition among the new talents.

Behind Elder Chu, there is a raised platform.

The position of the raised platform is excellent, sitting there one can overlook the entire venue, and have a panoramic view of the Yuxu Platform. It is where the senior members of the sect watch the battle.

The raised platform is divided into three areas, occupied by the people from the Xuri Peak, Mingyue Peak, and Xingchen Peak.

At this moment, there are already many people gathered in the stands of each peak.

The three leaders are Tang Lu, the master of Xuri Peak, Yuan Jing, the master of Mingyue Peak, and Zhou Shili, the master of Xingchen Peak.

These three individuals have reached the cultivation level of the half-step Yuan Dan realm.

They are the true big shots of the Linjiang Sect.

Apart from the Sect Master and the elusive Supreme Elders, the Linjiang Sect belongs to them.

This competition among the new talents is also a grand event for the three peak masters to absorb fresh blood and select talents.

In addition to the peak masters, there are also some elders from each peak behind the stands, as well as some disciples from the peaks who are interested, all watching from the sidelines.

Of course, not only the strong from each peak can watch the battle.

Some scattered inner disciples who were not able to join any peak can also watch the competition and see the newly rising geniuses of this year.

But they won't have such an excellent position as the raised platform.

These people can only stand far outside the venue, silently watching.

Although the environment is not very good, it cannot hide the enthusiasm of the disciples of the sect. As soon as the announcement was made to gather the new inner disciples, many inner disciples gathered here, forming a circle.

Among the spectators, there are those who came to watch the excitement, as well as friends and relatives who came to cheer for the participants.

Among them are Cao Shanyue, Chen An, and others.

"Shen Mo, perform well."

When Shen Mo and Cao Ren arrived at the scene and entered the Yuxu Platform, Chen An waved to him from a distance.

"Okay."

Shen Mo saw that he also came to watch the battle, feeling warm in his heart, and nodded.

As for Cao Ren, when he saw his own father supervising the battle, he couldn't help but feel anxious.

He was afraid that he would show his strength later and be taught a lesson by his father, so he could only silently pray for the protection of the immortals in his heart.

Shen Mo and Cao Ren were among the first group to arrive.

After they joined the ranks, the newly promoted inner disciples who flew here one after another continued to arrive.

There were whispers and noise in the venue.

Shen Mo stood in the queue, waiting for Elder Chu Chen, who was presiding over this competition among the new talents, to announce the start, while also pricking up his ears to listen to the discussions in the venue.

"This group of newly promoted inner disciples can be said to be a constellation of stars, much more lively than the previous two sessions. I believe this competition among the new talents will be quite intense."

"Yes, Lu Xu, Long Xiang, and Qing Liu are all well-known figures among the outer disciples. They have all been promoted this year."

"Who do you think will win the first place in this year's competition among the new talents?"

"It's hard to say. There might be a dark horse that emerges unexpectedly."

"You're right. There are a full two hundred newly promoted inner disciples. There will definitely be some powerful guys with little fame but strong strength."

Lu Xu, Long Xiang, Qing Liu?

Shen Mo raised an eyebrow and carefully reviewed the memories of the original owner. He vaguely felt some impression of these names.

The people mentioned by everyone are all outstanding figures among the outer disciples.

After all, being able to spread their reputation to the inner sect during the outer disciple stage is definitely the cream of the crop.

However, although Shen Mo had heard of these people's names, he had never really had any contact with them.

They were not in the same circle.

During the outer disciple stage, the original owner was always a transparent figure and had no chance to make friends with these geniuses.

After transmigrating, he was busy with cultivation and had never had much interaction with other outer disciples.

"Today, let's see how much weight these outstanding figures among the outer disciples have."

This is the first time Shen Mo has participated in the competition among the disciples of the sect after transmigrating for such a long time.

There is not much fear or hesitation, but more of an excited feeling of wanting to give it a try.

He feels that he is becoming more and more adapted to this world.

(End of this chapter)