Twin Dimension Yin-Yang Mirror: Attaining immortality through the martial path
Chapter 598 - 489 Chapter Who Objects + 490 - I am Willing_3

Chapter 598: 489 Chapter Who Objects + 490 Chapter I am Willing_3

While the crowd below either coveted or grieved,

two figures swooped down from the sky and landed on the ground,

revealing two unpleasant-looking black faces.

It was none other than Sect Leader Master Yun Tai and Supreme Elder Su Youxian.

Judging by their appearances, they clearly hadn’t caught up with the black-clothed, masked individual suspected to be the Fantian Monk.

"Sect Leader."

"Supreme Elder."

Everyone surged forward, bombarding them with questions from all sides.

Master Yun Tai waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "That thief’s movement technique was unpredictable, and he might have had help. It’s difficult to track him now. Fortunately, the ancestral True Kunpeng Form Spiritual Diagram was not lost, which is a stroke of luck amidst this misfortune."

He also felt a splitting headache.

It was utterly embarrassing that such an incident would occur under his leadership, and he didn’t even want to think about how he would explain it if someone from the Inner Residence of the Heavenly Cave were to ask.

Actually, the best course of action would have been to report to the ancestors in the Heavenly Cave Blessed Land and then deal with the aftermath.

But with Su Youxian present, and with the attitudes of Yu Changsheng and others, where not only Yu Changsheng, but also the Elders and True Disciples of various peaks were eyeing greedily,

even if he was the Sect Master, suggesting to contact the ancestors would likely lead to them rising against him.

This was absolutely not an option.

"You indeed are lucky."

Master Yun Tai looked at the beaming Su Lianxue, his gaze lingered on Zhou Ping’an for a moment, then he sighed softly, looked towards everyone, and asked, "The True Kunpeng Form Spiritual Diagram granted by our ancestor is now seized even without contention; Elders and Disciples, do you have any thoughts? Feel free to share."

He didn’t really care much about Zhou Ping’an.

Although he had heard that this disciple, after being accepted into Emerald Peak, had become unstoppable, capturing territories at the base of the mountain, and his power was growing.

Yet, this disciple, for reasons unknown,

chose to establish his base within the territories of the Fantian Sect, a move doomed to empty joy.

Thinking of the Fantian Sect, Master Yun Tai felt another wave of frustration.

He was inclined not to stir up trouble with that powerful Buddhist Sect.

But they had already shown aggression, witnessed by everyone. Even if he wanted to play nice and act as if nothing had happened, it was already impossible.

’Could this disciple really be destined for Qi Fortune?’ Master Yun Tai thought, unable to figure out how to settle this matter, when he heard the voice of Elder Yu Changsheng.

"Sect Leader Uncle, as for the contention for the True Form Diagram slot, it’s really easy to settle. According to our sacred texts, when Ancestor Bai Yun established our Ancestral Court, he proclaimed that only those with exceptional Qi Fortune and profound roots should inherit the True Skill and pass down the Immortal Scripture."

As Elder Yu Changsheng spoke, he glanced at Zhou Ping’an and continued, "Nowadays, in terms of Qi Fortune flourishing on our mountain, I fear no one dares compare with Nephew Disciple Zhou..."

"Impossible."

"How could this be?"

"He’s newly joined the Sect and has established no notable achievements, how can he occupy this slot?"

"Whether this Qi Fortune will last is also doubtful, Elder Yu’s words are highly inappropriate..."

Before Elder Yu Changsheng could finish,

from Elders to Disciples,

a multitude of voices of opposition immediately arose.

Especially the True Disciples, who were so agitated they nearly jumped up.

The Elders of the various peaks, due to their status, couldn’t speak directly against it, but their expressions were all somewhat unnatural.

"Thank you, Uncle Master Yu for your kindness, but this must not happen."

Just as Fang Han and others couldn’t hold back and were about to speak, Zhou Ping’an raised his hands gently and pressed slightly towards the crowd, his voice clear and soothing, reaching directly into everyone’s ears,

calming them down involuntarily.

He had this ability.

Especially after experiencing numerous bloody battles and commanding over a hundred thousand troops, issuing orders,

an inexplicable aura had developed around him.

Even the most vociferous disciples, upon meeting his gaze, couldn’t help but calm down.

Though they immediately felt angry, thinking they had lost momentum, they were helpless.

Certain feelings arise involuntarily and can’t be controlled as one wishes.

"Junior has neither the virtue nor the capability, how dare I presume to seize the entitlement for the understanding of the True Kunpeng Form Diagram? What the ancestor said, of course, must be followed; the idea that the one with the greatest Qi Fortune should go first has its reasoning, but times and circumstances have changed. The situation today is vastly different from the past, and with the thousand-year Spirit Tide rising in this era of great contention, whether one has Qi Fortune or not should be set aside, and those who can fight and are capable of fighting become extremely important, whether it is to protect the way or to gain momentum; strength must come first."

Zhou Ping’an discussed eloquently, logically, and reasonably.

And furthermore, the words he spoke didn’t sound self-serving at all.

They resonated deeply.

Even Sect Leader Master Yun Tai continuously nodded in agreement.

Not to mention those elders and True Disciples who were very confident in themselves.

Their eyes gleamed with excitement.

"Since formidable strength has become so important," he began, "in my humble opinion, why don’t all distinguished elders and fellow disciples, regardless of status, compete together? The winners should rightfully earn their places.

This will also maximize the utility of the True Form Diagram. I believe even our ancestor wouldn’t blame us."

"Nephew Disciple Zhou truly lives up to his reputation as one who established a great foundation at the mountain’s base. His words are profound."

This time, it was not the True Disciples who spoke, but Dong Lizhong of Formless Peak, the 113-year-old Elder Dongli, who had survived the long years and achieved Heavenly Resonance. He now saw an opportunity and could hardly contain his excitement.

Furthermore, regarding the external affairs of all the peaks of Cloud Water Sect.

Apart from Yu Changsheng who could match him, none of the other peak elders and True Disciples were his opponents.

And the Supreme Elders and Sect Leader, having achieved the True Martial Realm a century ago, had no need to understand the True Kunpeng Form Diagram and certainly would not compete with him.

As for Zhou Ping’an’s proposal, he couldn’t clap enough with both hands and feet.

He couldn’t agree more.

"Damn, there go two spots already."

Hearing Elder Dongli speak,

some disciples thought it meaningless for such an old elder to comprehend the True Form Diagram.

It was likely he might die of old age before even breaking through the True Martial Realm.

But it wasn’t easy to speak out against him.

After all, Elder Dongli was technically not wrong. One shouldn’t deprive someone of an opportunity just because their chance of breaking through was slim.

Everyone gets old.

If one day they were too old and an opportunity arose, would they fight for it or not?

Furthermore,

for an elder without many years left, the value of life is exceedingly precious.

Whoever dared to block his path would find him daring to sneak up at night and strike directly.

It’s either kill or be killed.

Fortunately, there were still two spots left since the only two Heavenly Resonance Rank Grandmasters on the mountain had already taken two spots. There was still a chance.

At that moment, all the elder disciples were eager to try.

Su Lianxue felt a slight sense of loss, touching the Jade Vial in her arms, feeling both happy and sad.

If she had received this "Sky-reaching Extreme Intent Pill" earlier, both she and her husband could have broken through to Heavenly Resonance, and she would have had a great chance now.

But, alas, there was no hope now.

"Master, would you be willing to join Uncle Master Yu and Sister Huaiyu in our team, to fight along with the elder disciples of the various peaks for a spot?"

What?

Su Lianxue’s face, tinged with a touch of melancholy, suddenly brightened.

Seeing the hopeful looks from Zhou Ping’an and Lin Huaiyu, she felt deeply moved, grateful for acquiring such devoted disciples. Always thinking of her.

Well, even if there was not much chance, helping them win another spot would still be a good deed.

Su Lianxue had already heard that although Zhou Ping’an’s realm wasn’t very high, his combat power was astonishing.

The exaggerated reports from the mountain’s base even suggested Zhou Ping’an could vie with the True Martial Realm.

Though these reports were hyperbolic, they showed Zhou Ping’an might truly possess significant strength.

His combat power might even surpass hers.

With this thought, Su Lianxue softly said, "Master is willing to eliminate obstacles for you!"

"Good."

As Zhou Ping’an broke into a smile,

an invisible wave already swept past the three of them.

Su Lianxue felt a tremor throughout her body.

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