Chapter 669: Chapter 679: Becoming a Disciple
The cultivation of the Instructor Elder had been within his grasp for some time already. The Transformation Sword Skill, although a Supporting Sword Skill, was excessively advanced, more difficult to cultivate than the Heaven and Earth Sword Skill.
Moreover, its purpose was to assist other swordsmanships in transforming and advancing in rank.
Therefore, after careful consideration, Chu Feng prepared to cultivate another Supporting Sword Skill. This time, he would have more options to choose from.
He could even use the teaching of a swordsmanship or Secret Skill to obtain an opportunity to select swordsmanship or a Secret Skill. By learning multiple sword skills and then slowly selecting the one most suited to himself for cultivation.
To elevate it above the Ninth level as soon as possible.
Both Qin Shan’s Spider Sword Soul and Han Sheng’s Mirror Sword Soul had given Chu Feng an immense shock to his spirit.
He also very much hoped to possess a powerful Supporting Sword Soul.
Thinking thus, Chu Feng immediately headed toward the Collection Pavilion.
Before he even left his Medicine Mountain, he saw a person flying toward him. It was a young man of extremely high attractiveness, with distinct brows and handsome looks, and a dignified demeanor.
The clothes he wore were unmistakably the Patterned Gold Sword Master Robe, which only Inner Sect Disciples were qualified to wear.
The aura he exuded was also exceedingly intimidating.
Chu Feng narrowed his eyes slightly; this Inner Sect Disciple’s cultivation was at least that of a Three-star Sword God.
Yet, from his face, one could not detect the slightest bit of arrogance or pride. He seemed exceptionally low-key, just like Chu Feng.
"May I ask if the one before me is Junior Brother Chu Feng?" The young man’s voice was notably gentle, and his attitude was very humble.
"Who are you?" Chu Feng did not recognize this person. Logically speaking, with such high cultivation, there was no need for this young man to seek a relationship with Chu Feng.
"Oh, let me introduce myself! My name is Cao Jinlong, the Servant Sword Boy under the Supreme Lord of Wanfa Sect!"
The young man introduced himself with a smile.
A Servant Sword Boy was somewhat similar to a furnance-watching boy that would be by a Pill Master’s side.
Not a Sword Slave, but rather akin to a Registered Disciple by the side of the Supreme Elder of Wanfa Sect.
After all, a Sect’s Supreme Elder holds such a revered status that it is impossible for them to easily accept disciples. Unlike Inner Sect Elders, who could grant the status of Registered Disciple to suitable talents and recruit them immediately.
For an Inner Sect Genius like Cao Jinlong, if he were to serve as a Sword Slave, he would definitely not be willing.
In comparison, the status of a Servant Sword Boy is much more illustrious.
It grants more freedom than that of a Sword Slave.
Another advantage of following a Supreme Elder is that by doing some tasks, one can not only rely on a stronger background but also have the chance to be personally instructed by the Supreme Elder. And if one is displeased, they can simply leave.
Sword Slaves, on the other hand, have no status or freedom to speak of and are essentially selling themselves.
For Official Disciples, once they join the sect, they must not betray it for life; they are bound by numerous rules and restrictions.
"The Supreme Lord of Wanfa Sect personally sent me to summon you to become his disciple! Everything has been prepared, and all the important people have arrived," Cao Jinlong said with envy.
Even as a Three-star Sword God and an Inner Sect Genius like himself, he did not qualify to become a disciple of the Supreme Lord of Wanfa Sect.
He only obtained the status of a Servant Sword Boy.
Chu Feng’s cultivation was inferior to his, and he had been in the sect for less than two years. Yet, he received the favor of Elder Wanfa, directly ascending to the heavens by being accepted as an Official Disciple.
It was truly enviable.
These elaborate ceremonies also highlighted the vast difference between an Official Disciple and a Servant Sword Boy.
Recruiting a Servant Sword Boy is simply a matter of the Supreme Elder’s word.
But to accept Chu Feng as an Official Disciple required nearly a month of preparation. It could be said to be remarkably grand.
"Can I finally take a master now? Since I’ve entered the Inner Sect, my status will escalate significantly. Qin Shan and his ilk will no longer intimidate me." Chu Feng’s spirit lifted; he had been waiting for this day for more than a year.
On the first day when he joined the Sect, after breezing through the second stage of the Qiankun Sword Formation, he was already eligible to enter the Inner Sect.
However, good things never come easy. He had always been suppressed by the big shots of the Inner Sect.
Now, Chu Feng had soared high and revealed his heaven-defying potential, and nobody could suppress him any longer.
"Brother Cao, would you lead the way, please?" Chu Feng gave a formal bow to show his gratitude.
"Junior Brother Chu, there’s no need for formality. From now on, we belong to the same school, and with Junior Brother Chu’s devilish talent, it won’t be long before you surpass me. When that time comes, I’ll be asking for your care."
Cao Jinlong humbly gave his thanks with a smile.
Under his guidance, Chu Feng made his way directly into the Inner Sect. This time, it was different from before.
Previously, even though Chu Feng also had the qualifications to enter the Inner Sect’s forbidden lands, he was all along an Outer Disciple. This identity often subjected him to ridicule and contempt from people like Han Sheng and Qin Shan.
From now on, let’s see who dares to laugh at me?
Before long, Chu Feng reached deep within the Inner Sect, on top of a lofty mountain surrounded by a thousand feet of swirling clouds.
It was indeed a place where purple clouds billowed and mist wreathed around; the mountains were green, the waters clear, and deer and cranes sang in harmony, just like the mythical paradise described in legends.
At the foot of the mountain stood a blue stone tablet, carved with three characters: Ten Thousand Laws Peak.
Both Supreme Elders and True Disciples are entitled to a private mountain peak.
However, the peaks granted to Supreme Elders are a thousand feet tall, while those given to True Disciples only ascend eight hundred feet.
In terms of ranking, they are a notch lower.
The status of a True Disciple is equivalent to that of an Inner Sect Elder.
Also, some especially powerful Outer Elders hold extremely high status as well. For instance, Elder Fu Xiao has a very high position, which is not inferior to that of Inner Sect Elders at all.
"Greetings, Brother Cao!" Two young disciples stood before the stone tablet at the foot of the mountain.
Though they both possessed One-star Sword God Cultivation, their status was considerably lower compared to Cao Jinlong; they were merely ordinary Mountain Guard Disciples.
Comparable to gatekeepers.
It’s rare for them to even see the Supreme Lord of Wanfa Sect once a year.
After paying their respects to Cao Jinlong, they lifted their eyes and examined Chu Feng with a hint of envy. These two Mountain Guard Disciples must have already learned of Chu Feng’s identity.
Being accepted as an Official Disciple by the Supreme Elder of Wanfa Sect truly is impressive.
Without a doubt, Chu Feng is bound to become one of the prominent figures in the Ten Thousand Sword Sect in the near future.
To show respect for the Supreme Elder of Wanfa Sect, both Chu Feng and Cao Jinlong ascended the mountain on foot.
With their level of cultivation, the lofty Xiong Mountain was but a step away.
Near the peak, there was a thatched cottage with flowers and plants in front, and even a fishpond had been built, where one could see the carps playing under the lotus leaves in the pond.
The clearing in front of the thatched cottage had stone stools built for meditation.
Even in the center of the fish pond, there were also a couple of stone stools.
At this moment, nearly thirty people were already each sitting on a stone stool.
The Supreme Elder of Wanfa Sect dressed in a patterned gold purple robe, wore the Mountain and River Crown, stood upon Seven Treasures Bright Shoes, and sported an animal skin belt at his waist.
Adorned with flowing Treasure Light, it was certainly a Magical Treasure.
This attire was radically different from Elder Wanfa’s usual modesty, as if dressed for a festival, appearing particularly solemn.