Becoming an Outer Disciple of MoonShadow Sect!

When Jo Yuan, Shen, and Wu returned to the MoonShadow Sect after their harrowing encounter with the demonic cultivator, they were met with a mix of surprise and concern from the other probation disciples. As soon as they stepped into the training hall, whispers spread through the crowd.

"Did you hear? Jo Yuan broke through!" one disciple exclaimed.

Jo Yuan felt a flush of pride and embarrassment at the attention. He had not intended for this to become a spectacle. "It was nothing special," he said, trying to downplay his achievement. "Just a lucky moment."

But his modesty did little to quell the excitement. Elder Li stepped forward, her face a mask of seriousness. "You have accomplished something remarkable, Jo Yuan. Not many can break through under such circumstances." Her gaze turned piercing. "But tell me, what happened in the forest? You faced a demonic cultivator?"

Jo Yuan nodded, recounting the events as briefly as he could. As he explained, he noticed the faces of the other probation disciples growing pale. They whispered among themselves, fear creeping into their eyes.

When he finished, Elder Li's expression darkened. "A demonic cultivator," she muttered, her voice low and serious. "This is troubling news."

Her reaction was strong, and Jo Yuan sensed the seriousness of the situation. The elder turned away, deep in thought, then paced back and forth. "Demonic cultivators are not just isolated threats. They often belong to sects that seek power through heinous means. We must report this to the sect master immediately."

"Why is that?" Jo Yuan asked, concern creeping into his voice.

Elder Li looked at him, her eyes filled with urgency. "The Blood Sea Sect is notorious for its dark practices. They feed on the life force of the innocent, using people as nutrients for their advancement. If they are conspiring against us, it could lead to catastrophic events for the human villages around here. They could target our farmers, drain their life force, and leave the villages desolate. We cannot allow this to happen. If this conspiracy is true, it could bring chaos to our lands. We need to act quickly to protect the people."

After the seriousness of the moment, Elder Li shifted her focus back to Jo Yuan. "As for you, it is time to register you as an outer disciple."

Jo Yuan's heart raced with excitement. Elder Li led him to the registration area, where they filled out the necessary forms. The elder then presented him with a finely crafted weapon. "This is a Moonshadow Blade, forged by our best blacksmith using starlight steel. It is a Grade Two weapon. A fitting gift for a new outer disciple."

Jo Yuan marveled at the blade, feeling its weight in his hand. The blade shimmered with an ethereal glow, reflecting the light in the room. "Thank you, Elder. This is incredible!"

Elder Li smiled faintly, her usual sternness softening. "Make sure to use it wisely. As an outer disciple, you will have more responsibilities."

Next, she told him about his new abode. "You will be assigned to the East Wing. It's a comfortable place for you to rest and train. You'll have your own space, and it's close to the training grounds."

When Jo Yuan returned to Shen and Wu, he couldn't resist teasing them. "Well, look at me now! Outer disciple Jo Yuan! You two better step up your game, or I might leave you in the dust!"

Shen rolled his eyes, a smile creeping across his face. "Don't get too full of yourself, Jo. We'll catch up."

Wu laughed, shaking her head. "I'm not letting you outshine us. Just wait!"

Jo Yuan smiled in front of a blurry mirror with his new outer disciple robes, he felt excited and more handsome. The robes were a deep blue, embroidered with silver threads that glimmered like stars. They fit him well, draping elegantly around his frame. He felt a sense of belonging like he had finally found his place in the sect. Well, at least, he now felt that he really had become a real cultivator!