txolops Chapter 27 The Five Peaks of the Sect
Chapter 27 The Five Peaks of the Sect
Han Hui continued in a serious tone, "After my rectification, the atmosphere has greatly improved, and the sect leader was also pleased to know this."
Then, he changed the subject: "The menial disciples are also one of the foundations of my Heavenly Demon Sect."
To encourage you all, with the sect leader's special permission, the menial disciples will hold a sect competition in three days!
The winner will be directly promoted to inner disciple!
Upon hearing this, the servants immediately erupted in uproar!
"Join them directly into the inner circle?!"
"Did I hear that right?"
"Great! We've finally waited for this!"
"Butler Han is truly wise!"
"Exactly, much better than Liu Jincai."
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Looking at the excited servants, Han Hui's eyes flashed with satisfaction.
He coughed lightly to quell the commotion, and then dropped another bombshell: "Of course, there will be winners and losers in any competition."
Even the losers need not be discouraged.
I hereby decree that henceforth, the general examination for menial servants shall be held every two years!
The core principle is to encourage all diligent disciples to have more opportunities to enter the inner sect and climb the path to immortality together!
"Every two years?!"
"Very good."
The disciples were once again in uproar, their hearts filled with boundless hope.
If it doesn't work this time, there will be a next time. As long as you keep working hard, you will always have the opportunity to enter the inner circle!
Deacon Han smiled kindly and continued, "Actually, the sect has had the errand boy competition for several years. It's just that the training ground used for the errand boy competition has been abandoned for many years due to various reasons."
He pointed towards the back mountain of the sect and said, "A few days ago, the sect leader sent people to repair and improve the training grounds. From today onwards, the miscellaneous servant competition will resume as normal!"
Immediately, his expression turned serious, and he announced the rules of the competition: "The rules of this competition are simple!"
Any miscellaneous disciple whose cultivation has reached the third level of the Qi Refining stage can sign up to participate.
All applicants will enter the trial arena simultaneously to fight each other.
There are no restrictions, until only twenty disciples remain in the arena!
These twenty people are the winners of this competition and can directly enter the inner sect!
The disciples were immediately shocked when the rules were announced.
"What?! A large-scale melee?!"
"This...this is too tragic!"
"Hundreds went in, and only twenty came out?"
"Many people will die."
"We are the Demonic Sect, what do a few casualties matter?!"
"This...this can't be a conspiracy, can it? Are they trying to use this opportunity to eliminate a group of disciples?"
Such simple, direct, and cruel rules made the disciples gasp, their faces showing fear, and they began to have second thoughts.
But being in the Demonic Sect is just that cruel; it's a world where the strong prey on the weak.
Han Hui took in everyone's reactions and softened his tone: "Everyone, there's no need to worry. All participating disciples will receive a specially made teleportation talisman."
In case of a life-or-death crisis, crushing the jade talisman will teleport you to the scene, ensuring your safety.
Upon hearing this, the disciples breathed a sigh of relief and looked at Steward Han with complicated expressions. The same thought flashed through their minds: If there was a life-saving talisman, why didn't you say so earlier?
Is this Steward Han deliberately playing a trick on us?
Han Hui seemed oblivious to the resentful looks from his disciples and continued, "However, you must remember two things: First, the jade talisman takes a little time to transmit. If you encounter a fatal crisis and crush the jade talisman in time, you may still lose your life. You must act according to your ability."
Secondly, the intentional killing of fellow disciples is strictly prohibited! Any act discovered will be severely punished according to the sect rules, without exception!
Then, a playful smile appeared on Han Hui's face, and he said slowly, "In addition, I might as well remind you all of something else."
The training grounds have a complex and varied terrain. Those who are slightly weaker can hide first, wait for others to fight to the death, and then strike to reap the benefits.
Upon hearing this, many disciples with insufficient cultivation immediately brightened up.
However, Han Hui changed the subject: "However, after hiding, in addition to being wary of other disciples, we also need to be constantly vigilant about other dangers in the training ground."
Those who wish to register should go inside the hall to register. Please gather here precisely at dawn three days later.
Having said that, he flicked his green robe and vanished without a trace.
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Although Han Hui had already left, his last meaningful words lingered like a shadow.
Discussions erupted again in the square.
"Other things? What do you mean by that, Steward Han?"
"Besides the participating disciples, what else could be in the trial arena?"
"Could it be... a demonic beast?"
"Very likely! I've also heard that some training grounds keep monsters in captivity to increase the difficulty!"
"I'm afraid there's more! There might even be traps or mechanisms hidden within?"
"So, it's a situation where there are both overt and covert attacks, making it impossible to defend against?"
All the disciples looked uneasy.
Han Hui's words were like a fog: they pointed out a way to survive, but also planted a chilling mystery.
Shen Li was also very curious about what the other dangers in the trial grounds were.
Just then, a familiar voice came from not far away: "Junior Brother Zhao, I have something to ask you."
Shen Li turned around and saw Wei Dachuan pulling Zhao Ping'an aside to ask him questions.
Zhao Ping'an said with a smile, "Senior Brother Wei, please speak freely."
Although Wei Dachuan was domineering, he knew that Zhao Ping'an had a remarkable background and never provoked him.
He chuckled awkwardly and said, "Senior Brother Zhao is well-informed. In your opinion, if one enters the inner sect, which peak would be the safest choice to join?"
Shen Li, being of low status, knew very little about the inner sect's affairs, but upon hearing this, he also perked up his ears.
Other servants also gathered around.
Clearly, this was the matter of utmost concern to all the servants.
This scene immediately piqued Zhao Ping'an's interest, and he calmly analyzed, "The five peaks of the inner sect are each led by a Golden Core cultivator, and each has their own strengths."
Tiandu Peak, personally overseen by the sect leader, is the core of the sect. The Scripture Pavilion is located on this peak, containing the sect's secret techniques and inheritances collected over thousands of years. However, precisely because of this, geniuses gather here, leading to fierce competition.
Haoyang Peak, where Elder Pang Tianjue resides, is rich in spiritual energy and possesses formidable strength, second only to Tiandu Peak. The Law Enforcement Hall is located on this peak, making it a popular choice.
Elder Du Tianmei's Bixia Peak is skilled in refining pills and cultivating spiritual herbs. Most of her disciples are female cultivators, and their cultivation methods tend to be yin-like and agile.
Elder Luo Tianjing's Cloud Peak is of medium strength and emphasizes stability, making it a safe and secure place for new disciples.
As for Qingyang Peak, which is under the command of Elder Feng Tianheng, the sect leader's junior brother, its influence is slightly weaker, it has the fewest disciples, and there is less competition. However, correspondingly, the share of resources it receives is less than that of the top four peaks.
Zhao Ping'an truly lived up to his reputation as the gossip of the Miscellaneous Service Hall; he knew everything.
After listening to his description, Shen Li pondered for a moment and made her choice: Tiandu Peak, I want to join the sect leader's lineage.
There are three reasons: First, the foundation-building chapter of his cultivation technique is located on Tiandu Peak, giving him a convenient advantage.
Secondly, he had a grudge against Pang Sicheng, so it was impossible for him to join Elder Pang's faction, Haoyang Peak and Yunxiao Peak.
Thirdly, although Bixia Peak is skilled in planting, which is in line with his cultivation techniques, the area is mostly inhabited by women, making it inconvenient for them to do things.
As for Qingyang Peak, its strength is too weak, so it has no appeal.