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Chapter 105: Focused and Determined, Is This Not a Talent?
Chapter 105: Focused and Determined, Is This Not a Talent?
Outside the Tiangang City's defensive line, everyone used to try their best to avoid it.
But recently, even beyond the defensive line, people no longer felt as fearful.
Demon raids often failed and were even ambushed.
The courage and confidence of the Tiangang City residents had greatly increased.
Previously, they feared demons more.
Now, compared to before, things had improved significantly.
Su Chen, a disciple who frequently dealt with demons, naturally felt less afraid of crossing the defensive line.
An old man and a child walked outside the line, even heading straight into the dense forest.
However, no one worried about their safety.
With High Priest Xuan Shang present, even the Heavenly Demons couldn't overpower them.
Other Earthly Demons and Golden Demons sensed High Priest Xuan Shang's aura and knew to keep their distance.
"Where is your hometown?"
"Reporting to the Great Elder, I'm from Jiang'an City."
"The central cities of the Great Zhou Dynasty are not bad, with no major concerns about demon infestations.
Usually, you can only see some small demons, right?"
Su Chen nodded. The advantage of the central cities was precisely this.
Even if demons infiltrated the rear, the impact on the central cities was minimal.
Although compared to other cities, the central cities had to pay significantly more taxes.
But at least in terms of safety, it was indeed superior to other cities.
The Great Zhou Dynasty encouraged its citizens to expand into the outskirts, reclaiming the land taken back by the Yunyang Sect's front line.
When citizens went to cultivate these lands, they not only were exempt from paying taxes but also received subsidies from the court.
"Recently, I've heard many people speak highly of you, and their evaluations of you have changed significantly since the beginning of the year."
As he spoke, High Priest Xuan Shang paused and looked at Su Chen.
"Today, I've inspected the entire defensive line, and many of my doubts have been answered.
You are indeed very capable in demon reconnaissance.
We old folks often underestimate the youth.
But this time, we will learn from the Yunyang Sect's lesson."
The two continued their journey deeper, with High Priest Xuan Shang continuing his words.
"I've heard that you wish to pursue the Martial Dao. Now, you are my personal disciple of Tiangang City.
The sect will not skimp on your cultivation resources.
Additionally, I will arrange for those idle rumors to be suppressed.
However, there's one thing I still want to emphasize.
In the Martial Dao, the most important thing is still yourself.
Resources and cultivation are crucial, but if you are lax and casual, like Ji Sheng, you won't achieve much in the future."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen quickly thanked the Great Elder.
As they walked, they even ventured into the dense forest.
After some casual conversation, Su Chen became more relaxed.
"Regarding your talent, I have high hopes.
There aren't many coincidences or luck in this world.
Your talent and ability are evident in your victory in the new disciple competition.
From this point of view, you deserve the sect's attention.
In the future, follow Ouyang Chuan's teachings, and as for Ji Sheng, just ignore him."
"I heard that Mr. Ji Sheng went out to find disciples?"
Upon hearing this, High Priest Xuan Shang snorted coldly.
"Let him go, and see what kind of disciples he can bring back.
He looks down on everyone and everything.
Others are not wrong to criticize him; he truly tarnishes the name of a teacher."
Seeing High Priest Xuan Shang's anger, Su Chen smiled and tried to smooth things over.
"Disciples with exceptional talent and potential can achieve much more than we can.
It's understandable that Mr. Ji Sheng wants to guide more talented disciples."
Upon hearing this, High Priest Xuan Shang seemed to become more serious.
"Talent is important, but talent is not just about understanding and aptitude.
Being able to calmly cultivate, focus, and have unwavering determination, is this not talent?
To remain unmoved by success or failure, to have a resilient heart, and to persist, is this not talent?"
Shang Xuan Zhenren's series of rebuttals left Su Chen unsure of how to respond.
"Su Chen, I have high hopes for you, and it's not just to comfort you.
Ji Sheng's understanding is very high, and in his cultivation before the age of thirty, he almost surpassed everyone else.
But, he may not be able to reach the top of the mountain."
After saying this, Shang Xuan Zhenren turned his head to look at Su Chen.
"Focus on improving your cultivation, and if you encounter any troubles, just come to me.
That brat Ji Sheng probably still holds a grudge against you.
If he really finds a genius disciple, I'll stop him from coming to bother you.
As for challenges and duels, just decline them all.
If you fall behind a little in your youth, it's not a big deal, you can catch up later."
To be noticed by Ji Sheng, this young disciple must be exceptionally talented.
The Great Elder thought it was normal for him to lose badly.
In fact, from these words, one can also see.
Shang Xuan Zhenren's view of his current talent, in fact, is also
But at least, he has good intentions.
Upon hearing this, Su Chen thought for a moment and couldn't help but respond.
"If there's a chance, having a friendly match wouldn't be a problem.
Through the exchange, we can both gain some insights."
Hearing Su Chen's response, Shang Xuan Zhenren revealed a helpless smile.
"You silly child, do you really think these challenges and duels are just friendly exchanges?
You're the sect's direct disciple, if you lose to a junior, can you still keep your position as a direct disciple? Although these challenge rules haven't been used for many years, the rules for competing for the direct disciple position have always been there.
At that time, Ji Sheng might use it to pressure us, causing unnecessary trouble.
If you encounter challenges and duels, decline them, don't accept them."
Shang Xuan Zhenren seemed to know Ji Sheng very well, even though he hadn't found his disciple yet, he already guessed what kind of trouble he might cause.
Walking in the wilderness, they finished discussing trivial matters.
Shang Xuan Zhenren and Su Chen discussed various matters in the wilderness, and Su Chen answered fluently.
Regarding the various matters in the wilderness, Su Chen was not afraid of any examination.
Aside from reconnaissance-related matters, Su Chen was also well-prepared for the frontline response.
Initially, Su Chen had helped with many matters on the Yunyang Sect's frontline.
If not for him, the Yunyang Sect would have lost many more lives.
Seeing Su Chen's fluent responses, Shang Xuan Zhenren's face showed a hint of kindness.
He then looked into the distance and asked a question he had held back for a long time.
"What do you think, should we advance the frontline of Tiangang City now?"
Shang Xuan Zhenren looked at Su Chen, and without waiting for his response, he continued speaking.
"Tiangang City has been barely holding on these years, barely keeping the demons at bay in the wilderness.
Countless commoners are hoping for us to reclaim the land.
Reclaiming those homes that have been encroached upon.
Emotionally speaking, we all have expectations in our hearts, and some might even call it a yearning.
But this matter is significant, and we must make the plan as perfect as possible, leaving no room for error.
Like the Yunyang Sect, which advanced a hundred li on the frontline, only to be pushed back to their original position.
It's not worth the effort and waste of resources."
After saying this, Shang Xuan Zhenren's gaze fell on Su Chen.
After seriously considering Su Chen's opinion, Shang Xuan Zhenren valued it even more.
He waited earnestly for Su Chen's response.
And Su Chen didn't hesitate, expressing his thoughts.
"This frontline cannot be advanced in the short term."
Happy Labor Day~
(End of Chapter)
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