From Mortal To Immortal: Reign Of The Unyielding Chapter 9: The Test of Loyalty

The sun was dipping below the horizon, casting an orange glow over the Taiyan Sect’s grand hall. Lin Tian felt a surge of energy within him, his mind sharper than ever as the weight of the moment pressed down on his chest. This would be his first real test—not just a test of his strength, but of his resolve, his loyalty to the sect, and his ability to navigate the dangerous currents of sect politics.

His footsteps echoed through the stone corridors as Lian Mei, the Sect Leader’s quiet but watchful attendant, led him deeper into the heart of the sect. The deeper they ventured, the colder and more oppressive the air became. The walls seemed to close in around him, and Lin Tian couldn’t help but wonder what kind of power lay behind the Sect Leader’s chambers.

Lian Mei stopped at a set of large, ornate doors. She gave a small, almost imperceptible bow before pushing them open. Inside, the room was dimly lit by candles and the faint glow of spiritual energy. At the far end of the room sat Wei Chang, the Sect Leader. His long, flowing white beard and sharp, calculating eyes gave him an air of wisdom, but there was something more—something darker—that Lin Tian could feel in the air.

“Lin Tian,” Wei Chang’s voice was deep, resonant, and carried an undeniable authority. “You’ve proven yourself strong, but now you must prove your loyalty. Only then can you truly be trusted.”

Lin Tian remained silent, his gaze unwavering. Loyalty. It was an important concept, one that he had grown familiar with in his previous lives. But here, in the Taiyan Sect, loyalty meant more than just blindly following orders. It was a test of character, of ambition, of whether one could rise through the ranks without losing themselves in the process.

“Your mission is simple,” Wei Chang continued. “There is a sect—a rival faction—that has been encroaching on our territory. They have been causing trouble near our borders, stealing resources and spreading dissent. You are to go there, eliminate their leader, and bring me proof of your success.”

Lin Tian’s expression remained unchanged, but his thoughts were already racing. This wasn’t just a simple mission. It was a trial. A trial to see if Lin Tian could follow orders without question, if he was willing to do whatever it took for the sect’s greater good. He knew that Wei Chang’s words carried more weight than they seemed. This mission would determine if Lin Tian could gain favor with the Sect Leader or if he would be discarded as yet another expendable disciple.

“I will complete the mission,” Lin Tian replied, his voice steady and resolute.

Wei Chang studied him for a moment, his piercing gaze assessing every fiber of Lin Tian’s being. “You will do more than complete the mission. You will show that you are willing to sacrifice anything, even your morals, for the sake of power. Only then will you prove yourself truly loyal.”

Lin Tian nodded, though his mind was already formulating a plan. He understood the implications of Wei Chang’s words. This mission wasn’t about just defeating a rival faction—it was about proving his unshakable commitment to the Taiyan Sect, regardless of the cost.

As Wei Chang gestured for Lin Tian to leave, he felt the weight of the Sect Leader’s gaze follow him. This wasn’t just an ordinary mission. It was a test to see if Lin Tian could truly rise to power within the sect—or if he would falter and become another casualty in the sect’s brutal struggle for dominance.


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End Of Chapter 9

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