Steadily Becoming A Saint, The Immortal Officials Hired Me To Tend The Horses
/ Steadily becoming a saint, the immortal officials hired me to tend the horses Chapter 120
Chapter 120: Chapter 120 Sword Intent Shocks the Sect
“No.”
Gu An refused outright, thinking, how could the Supreme Sect have any opportunities after just experiencing a calamity?
Lv Baitian was stunned for a moment, not expecting such a blunt refusal. Instantly annoyed, he said, “You brat, I haven't even told you what the opportunity is!”
Gu An sat down and said, “I won't be the sect leader, I won't write books, and I won't entertain disturbances from the Holy Sons or Holy Daughters anymore.”
Lv Baitian laughed in anger after hearing that.
“In your eyes, am I that kind of person?”
“I just don't want trouble, did I wrong you? If so, I apologize.”
Gu An said seriously. Lv Baitian's face froze, then he gave a faux cough and said, “Naturally, you have wronged me. I came to find you for other matters.”
“What matters?”
“You must have heard of the Nine Nether Road. It has now been sealed off by the Nine Dynasties working together, with each sect sending cultivators to guard it. Even the main lineage of the Ephemera Sect would find it hard to shake. Now, the sects of the Nine Dynasties are leading disciples to train on the Nine Nether Road, where demons roam freely. You can kill demons and seize treasures. Moreover, the spiritual energy is rich, making it suitable for cultivation.”
Lv Baitian spoke slowly, which indeed surprised Gu An.
He hadn't expected the Nine Nether Road to be turned into a training ground like a secret realm.
Gu An asked, “Isn't the Nine Nether Road supposed to be dangerous?”
“It is dangerous, so great cultivators will lead the disciples for training. I want to give you a spot so that when you enter the Nine Nether Road, someone will protect your life. You can cultivate, kill demons, or search for treasures. No matter what you do, someone will have your back. Isn't that a great opportunity? Furthermore, the Supreme Sect plans to build a city inside the Nine Nether Road for disciples to rest and cultivate…”
Lv Baitian spoke passionately, full of ambition.
He believed that if he developed the Nine Nether Road well, the Supreme Sect would soar to new heights, possibly entering its most prosperous period ever, and his status in the sect's history would rise accordingly.
Gu An listened carefully and thought it indeed seemed feasible.
Lv Baitian seemed intent on changing a long-standing trend where cultivators would leave the Nine Dynasties' lands after reaching the Unification Realm to seek opportunities elsewhere. Lv Baitian wanted to enhance the foundation of the Supreme Sect, making it stronger so future disciples wouldn't need to venture out for opportunities.
The Nine Nether Road was his first step!
He also planned to establish a sea route, led by the newly returned Elder Xuan Quan.
He spoke more and more passionately, almost declaring his intention to unify the continent.
Gu An listened with great interest, admiring Lv Baitian's vision.
The stronger the Supreme Sect, the better it would be for him to benefit from its shade.
After a long while, Lv Baitian finally ended his endless speech and looked at Gu An, asking, “So, will you go?”
Gu An shook his head and said, “I won't go. I need to stay and look after the Medicine Valley.”
“Someone else can look after it as well.”
“No, I can't relax. Honestly, I'm scared. I always feel the Nine Nether Road is very dangerous, and my combat ability is weak. I won't go. How about this, I give my spot to someone else, is that okay?”
“You don't want to go, yet you want to give away your spot?”
“I have contributed to the Supreme Sect too. This huge Medicine Valley, I didn't embezzle anything. Shouldn't you reward me?”
Looking at Gu An's righteous look, Lv Baitian shook his head and smiled.
After thinking about it, he still agreed to Gu An's request.
Giving the spot to someone close to Gu An would still increase Gu An's sense of belonging to the Supreme Sect.
Lv Baitian didn't believe he couldn't hand off the sect leader position. He was determined to give it to Gu An.
In the long run, Gu An would eventually accept it!
Thinking of this, Lv Baitian smiled, filled with anticipation.
“How do you think the Supreme Sect can become the number one sect of the Nine Dynasties?” Lv Baitian suddenly asked, wanting to test Gu An while guiding him toward the mindset of a sect leader.
Gu An answered directly, “Using force won't work; it easily accumulates hatred. We can use cultural infiltration. Just like the previous Outer Sect Conference, the Supreme Sect could host various conferences in the future, such as formation, alchemy, sword competition, talisman crafting, etc. We should strive to make the Supreme Sect hold grand events that attract the attention of the Nine Dynasties every few years. The initial investment might be huge, but once people get used to it, they will gradually recognize the Supreme Sect as the orthodox sect.”
“Imagine, if you just stepped onto the path of the sword cultivator and heard that the Supreme Sect's sword competition was a must-attend event, an opportunity to make a name for oneself, you would subconsciously think that the Supreme Sect holds a high position in the Sword Dao.”
“When people frequently mention the Supreme Sect, or when the Supreme Sect becomes the most frequently mentioned sect by the populace, the Supreme Sect won't be far from becoming the greatest sect.”
“Of course, the sect's own strength is the most important.”
Gu An spoke eloquently. After hearing Lv Baitian's long talk, he decided to pontificate.
Lv Baitian soon became absorbed in listening, and seeing him paying close attention, Gu An became even more enthusiastic, discussing the details.
It couldn't just be competitions of strength; it would be best to have other competitions of skills. These events could be held in different outer sect and inner sect cities, driving the economic development of these cities.
He even proposed establishing various societies among the disciples, such as the Elixir Society and Swordsman Society, to facilitate disciple exchanges and allow disciples with leadership skills to hone their abilities.
Lv Baitian was astonished.
This boy writing “Investiture of the Gods” wasn't a coincidence; he truly had great talent inside!
After Gu An finished speaking, Lv Baitian drank a bowl of tea in one go, feeling invigorated.
Lv Baitian looked at him intently and said, “And you say you're not fit to be the sect leader!”
Gu An waved and said, “I don't have the qualifications to be the sect leader. I don't have an illustrious background, nor do I have the courage or boldness to implement grand plans. At most, I can offer some advice.”
Execution is the hardest part.
Gu An would never be sect leader!
Lv Baitian smiled and then began to ask questions about the strategies Gu An had just mentioned, with Gu An patiently answering.
An hour passed before they both walked out of the pavilion.
Lv Baitian followed Gu An, still savoring Gu An's ideas.
As soon as they went downstairs, he bid farewell, saying he wasn't in the mood for festivities.
Gu An didn't try to persuade him to stay. Without Lv Baitian around, the festive atmosphere in the Third Medicine Valley became even more relaxed.
After the New Year, the matter of training on the Nine Nether Road quickly spread throughout the Supreme Sect.
Treasures, heavenly materials, demon cores, spiritual energy—all kinds of benefits of the Nine Nether Road began to spread wildly. It was obvious that Lv Baitian, heeding Gu An's advice, focused on publicizing the specific benefits of the opportunities, stirring up the enthusiasm of the disciples and enhancing their sense of belonging to the sect.
In the Law Enforcement Hall.
Ye Lan was summoned to meet with the Elder of the Law Enforcement Hall.
The Elder of the Law Enforcement Hall smiled and said, “Ye Lan, the higher-ups have assigned you a spot for the Nine Nether Road. You are quite impressive. Don't worry, the Law Enforcement Hall won't mistreat you. We will help you better enter the Nine Nether Road.”
Ye Lan froze.
The Nine Nether Road?
The first person she thought of was Gu An.
Even though she had been rooted in the Law Enforcement Hall for years, opportunities like the Nine Nether Road were far beyond her reach.
She had heard that the first batch of spots for the Nine Nether Road was limited to only two hundred, and the Outer Sect hardly had any chance.
The corners of Ye Lan's mouth lifted. She felt no burden about being taken care of by Gu An, only surprise and sweetness.
Senior Brother, it seems you still have me in your heart, even if you are stubborn with words!
Ye Lan understood Gu An's thoughts; romantic relationships could indeed hinder cultivation.
Precisely because of this, she wanted to seize every opportunity to become stronger, proving her determination to her senior brother.
Winter passed, and spring came, bringing the awakening of all things.
Time reached early March.
In the Third Medicine Valley, Gu An squatted by the Heavenly Spirit Pond formed by Heavenly Spirit Water. He had just released a batch of carp into it and was watching them swim freely to see if they could absorb the spiritual energy of the pond.
Lu Lingjun stood beside him and said, “If raised like this, they might develop spiritual wisdom.”
“Will the Heavenly Spirit Water continue to expand?” Gu An asked curiously.
Lu Lingjun replied, “With the amount of water I have given you, it should reach a diameter of ten zhang.”
Hearing this, Gu An thought it was a bit small.
Just as he was about to speak, suddenly a sword intent came from afar, alarming the sky.
Lu Lingjun's expression changed slightly. She turned her head, frowning.
Gu An looked up and saw thunderclouds rapidly rolling in the sky, heading towards the inner sect.
The sword intent of the Taicang Divine-Shocking Sword!
Gu An could feel An Hao's presence.
Good boy, he's already mastered the sword intent of the Taicang Divine-Shocking Sword so quickly!
Gu An felt both gratified and a bit shocked.
An Hao's talent was truly extraordinary.
Lu Lingjun said in surprise, “This sword intent is similar to that left by Sword Venerable Fudao on the Heavenly Repair Platform, but it's far less grand. Could it be that a disciple of Sword Venerable Fudao has initially mastered the Sword Dao?”
Gu An asked curiously, “A disciple? How can you tell so clearly? I can't even feel it.”
Lu Lingjun remained calm, saying, “Perhaps I've seen others cultivate sword intent.”
Having been a servant disciple for so long, she already understood the Supreme Sect and was ready to move up.
To increase her status, her cultivation was naturally key!
She didn't plan to start as an outer disciple but wanted to be introduced by Gu An.
Meanwhile.
Amidst clouds and mist, a mountain peak protruded through the sea of clouds, looking like an immortal realm. Alone at the mountain top, An Hao was meditating.
An Hao's white robes fluttered wildly, and in front of him, a sword shadow condensed, exuding an ancient aura.
Figures appeared out of thin air around him—Lv Baitian and Elder Xuan Quan had also arrived.
Elder Gu Zong looked at An Hao, astonished, and said, “This sword intent is…”
Another elder said in a deep voice, “The sword intent of Sword Venerable Fudao. Did he gain insight from the Heavenly Repair Platform?”
“No, just relying on the Heavenly Repair Platform isn't enough. He must have inherited Sword Venerable Fudao's legacy!” a female elder said in a deep voice.
“So, he is a disciple of Sword Venerable Fudao? No wonder, such a genius would voluntarily join the Supreme Sect without any background. It turns out, Sword Venerable Fudao helped us nurture the disciple,” Elder Gu Zong remarked.
Lv Baitian kept his eyes fixed on An Hao, his gaze flickering.
Elder Xuan Quan stroked his beard and said, “Such domineering sword intent, it could be recognized as the foremost sword dao of the Taicang Dynasty.”
His comment made the elders even more excited, and they began discussing An Hao's background and talent.
Elder Xuan Quan, meanwhile, waved his sleeve, and flags flew out from it, surrounding An Hao. The flags started to gather nature's spiritual energy, pouring it into An Hao's body.
Chapter end
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