Riley and the group received the generous rewards of the Seven Sword Grand Meet and left amidst the enthusiastic congratulations of the crowd.
The elders, who had initially been skeptical, now regarded Riley with deep respect after learning the identity of the mysterious old woman from earlier and witnessing the results of Riley's rigorous training of the 24 disciples.
Though the full extent of the disciples' abilities remained unclear, their performance spoke volumes.
The way they dodged the barrage of thousands of sword lights with precision and grace was enough to leave an indelible impression.
Each disciple demonstrated not only skill but also wisdom, adapting to the challenge and forming strategies of their own.
The gathered elders couldn't contain their discussions:
"We should consider poaching some of the Stone Mountain Sect disciples."
"If we offer them gifts—no, even the position of our legacy disciple—it might sway them."