Chapter 10 – The Exchange Meeting of the Orthodox Sects 正道门派交流会
During the process of cultivating the "Sky-Splitting Fist", Lin Yuan clearly felt that his strength was growing rapidly, and there were even faint signs of breaking through the bottleneck of the Qi Refining stage. However, time always passed quickly during cultivation. One day, Lin Yuan had just returned to his residence after finishing his task. He was so tired that he just wanted to lie down and sleep when the deacon of the outer sect summoned all the outer sect disciples to the main hall, saying that there was something important to announce.
"What's this about again? Can't they just let people have a good rest?" Lin Yuan complained as he dragged his tired body to the main hall.
The deacon of the outer sect stood on the high platform with a solemn expression and said, "Disciples, the exchange meeting for the competition among the three orthodox sects will be held in our Longevity Sect in July next year. This meeting is an important exchange among the three major sects, namely the Yintian Sword Sect, the Longevity Sect, and the Yiyuan Sect. It is not only a competition of the strength of the orthodox sects but also a great test and opportunity for the disciples!"
The main hall suddenly erupted into a hubbub, and the disciples began to talk among themselves.
"Competition among the three orthodox sects? Aren't only the elite disciples eligible to participate?"
"I heard that a talented youth emerges in every competition. This is a rare opportunity!"
"But this is a competition between the Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment realms, and the requirements are too high!"
The deacon raised his hand to suppress the noise and continued, "This competition consists of three parts: combat, alchemy, and the discussion of Taoism. Ten Qi Refining stage disciples and ten Foundation Establishment stage disciples will be selected for each part. The combat part focuses on strength, the alchemy part tests skills, and the discussion of Taoism part emphasizes comprehension and understanding. Both outer sect disciples and inner sect disciples can sign up, and the final list of participants will be determined by a major competition within the sect!"
When Lin Yuan heard this, his eyes lit up at once, and he secretly clenched his fist in his heart: "I must participate in this competition. Maybe I can become famous in one battle!"
After returning to his residence, Lin Yuan entered a crazy cultivation mode, constantly honing himself with the "Sky-Splitting Fist". He was pleasantly surprised to find that his Wind Shadow Body Technique and the Sky-Splitting Fist were cooperating more and more tacitly, and the assistance of the Golden Eyes enabled him to detect the deviation in the operation of spiritual energy in advance. "This feeling is great. I'm one step closer to being a master!" Lin Yuan said excitedly.
At the same time, the ring gave an induction again, reminding Lin Yuan that if he wanted to break through the Qi Refining stage quickly, he had to rely on higher-level spiritual medicines or opportunities. Lin Yuan remembered that there was a spiritual spring in the outer mountain. It was said that the spiritual energy there was rich, and it was a popular resource point contested by the outer sect disciples. "Hehe, it seems that I have to take a chance." Lin Yuan smiled wickedly and secretly sneaked into the area of the spiritual spring under the cover of night.
As soon as he arrived at the spiritual spring, Lin Yuan met other disciples who came to compete for resources. "Kid, this spiritual spring is not something you can lay your hands on. If you know what's good for you, get lost!" A disciple with a fleshy face said viciously.
"It's not that easy to make me leave!" Lin Yuan was not afraid at all. He took up a stance, ready for a big fight. A fierce battle ensued. Relying on the Wind Shadow Body Technique and the "Sky-Splitting Fist", Lin Yuan successfully repelled everyone, absorbed the power of the spiritual spring, and accelerated his breakthrough.
After several months of hard cultivation, Lin Yuan finally successfully stepped into the early stage of Foundation Establishment, completely getting rid of the shackles of the Qi Refining stage. He clenched his fist, feeling the surging spiritual energy in his body, and said confidently, "Next, it's time to shine in the exchange meeting!"
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On the other side, Lin Xuefei had been closely following Lin Yuan's growth. As a double agent, she didn't want to care too much about an outer sect disciple, but Lin Yuan's mysterious ring made her vaguely feel that this person might be related to the sect's treasured artifact.
In order to better monitor Lin Yuan, Lin Xuefei also stepped up her cultivation. She skillfully integrated the demon path cultivation method with her own orthodox cultivation method and unexpectedly triggered a new opportunity for breakthrough. After a life-and-death seclusion, Lin Xuefei was promoted to the middle stage of the Golden Core realm. She looked at her hands, and a cold light flashed in her eyes: "Whether it's the orthodox path or the demon path, I only believe in my own choices." Then, she secretly used her cultivation method to hide her cultivation level as the Great Perfection of the Foundation Establishment stage, thinking that as long as no Nascent Soul Old Ancestor came out, no one could see through her true cultivation level.
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After Bai Moli learned the news of the exchange meeting, she didn't hesitate to sign up for the alchemy project. As a talented alchemist, she had an amazing perception of spiritual medicines since she was a child. During the preparation process, she found that an alchemy elder in the sect seemed to be secretly helping some disciples improve the quality of their pills. Although Bai Moli was usually lively and cheerful, she was particularly serious about this matter. She decided to investigate the elder's behavior and at the same time strive to improve her own alchemy level.
"Whether it's for the sect or for myself, I must prove myself with the best results in this exchange meeting!" Bai Moli secretly vowed.
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The news of the exchange meeting made Meng Xinghe regain his spirits. Inspired by Bai Moli, he finally got out of the shadow of self-abandonment and decided to prove his value again. He chose the project of the discussion of Taoism because this was not only a test of wisdom and comprehension but also a good opportunity to surpass others with his knowledge.
In order to prepare for the competition, Meng Xinghe started a crazy reading mode. He read all kinds of cultivation classics and thought deeply about the rules of the Heavenly Tao. At the same time, he gradually developed his own unique insights during each cultivation training session. He said to Lin Yuan, "I will never lose to anyone, especially those who once looked down on me!"
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Lin Yuan's life in the outer sect seemed ordinary, but during the process of preparing for the exchange meeting, his relationship with other outer sect disciples became more and more harmonious. One day, Lin Yuan, Meng Xinghe, and Bai Moli met by chance.
Bai Moli smiled and patted Lin Yuan on the shoulder: "Hey, which project are you going to participate in? Don't tell me you're not participating in anything. If so, I'll look down on you!"
Lin Yuan rolled his eyes: "Of course, it's the combat part! Who's like you? You almost blew up the alchemy furnace."
Bai Moli stamped her foot in anger: "Lin Yuan! You remember this. In this exchange meeting, I'll definitely get more rewards than you!"
Meng Xinghe said indifferently beside them: "Stop arguing, you two. The discussion of Taoism is the most difficult project. Others may rely on strength or luck, but comprehension is not something that everyone has."
Lin Yuan smiled wickedly and said: "Then don't lose, Xinghe. Otherwise, your proud face won't be able to hold up!"
The competition among the three sects was approaching, and everyone was secretly preparing. This was not only a contest of strength but also a major competition among the sects. And in the depths of the Longevity Sect, the secret of the sect's treasured artifact was slowly emerging...
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林远在修炼 "天裂拳" 的过程中,明显感觉到自己实力在飞速增长,甚至隐隐有突破练气瓶颈的迹象.然而,修炼的时光总是过得飞快.一天,林远刚完成任务回到住所,累得只想倒头就睡,突然外门执事召集所有外门弟子到大殿,说是有重要的事情宣布.
"这又是什么事儿啊,能不能让人好好休息会儿." 林远一边抱怨,一边拖着疲惫的身体来到大殿.
外门执事站在高台上,神色庄重地说:"弟子们,正道三派切磋交流大会将于明年七月在我长生派举行.此次大会是音天剑派,长生派和一元宗三大宗门之间的重要交流,不仅是正道实力的比拼,更是对弟子们的一次极大考验和机会!"
大殿里顿时炸开了锅,弟子们议论纷纷.
"正道三派切磋?不是只有精英弟子才能参加吗?"
"听说每届切磋都会有天才少年横空出世,这可是个难得的机缘啊!"
"但这是练气,筑基两大境界的竞争,要求也太高了吧!"
执事抬手压下嘈杂声,继续说道:"此次切磋分为三项内容:比斗,炼丹和论道.每项将选出十位练气期弟子与十位筑基期弟子参赛.比斗以实力为主,炼丹考验技艺,而论道则注重悟性与理解.外门弟子,内门弟子皆可报名,最终参赛名单将由宗门内一场大比决定!"
林远听到这话,眼睛一下子亮了起来,心中暗暗握拳:"我一定要参加这次切磋,说不定能一战成名呢!"
回到住所后,林远开启了疯狂修炼模式,利用 "天裂拳" 不断磨砺自己.他惊喜地发现,自己的风影身法和天裂拳配合得越来越默契,金瞳的辅助更是让他能提前察觉灵力运转的偏差."这感觉太棒了,我离高手又近了一步!" 林远兴奋地说.
与此同时,戒指又一次发出感应,提示林远想要快速突破练气期,必须借助更高级的灵药或机缘.林远想起外山有一处灵泉,据说那里灵气浓郁,是外门弟子争夺的热门资源点."嘿嘿,看来我得去碰碰运气了." 林远坏笑着,趁着夜色偷偷潜入灵泉区域.
刚到灵泉,林远就遇到了其他前来争夺资源的弟子."小子,这灵泉可不是你能染指的,识相的就赶紧滚!" 一个满脸横肉的弟子恶狠狠地说.
"想让我走,可没那么容易!" 林远毫不畏惧,摆开架势,准备大干一场.一场激烈的争斗就此展开,林远凭借着风影身法和 "天裂拳",成功击退众人,汲取了灵泉的力量,加速了突破.
经过数月的苦修,林远终于成功踏入筑基初期,彻底摆脱了练气期的束缚.他握紧拳头,感受着体内澎湃的灵力,自信满满地说:"接下来,就是在切磋大会上大放异彩的时候了!"
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另一边,林雪霏一直在密切关注林远的成长.作为双面卧底的她,本不想过多在意一个外门弟子,但林远那神秘的戒指让她隐隐觉得,此人可能与门派的镇派之宝有关.
为了更好地监视林远,林雪霏也加紧修炼.她巧妙地将魔道功法与自身正道功法融合,没想到意外触发了新的突破契机.经过一场生死闭关,林雪霏晋升至金丹中期.她看着自己的双手,眼中闪过一丝冷光:"不管是正道还是魔道,我只相信自己的选择." 随后,她悄悄利用功法将自己的修为隐藏为筑基大圆满,心想只要没化神老祖出关,就没人能看破她的真实修为.
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白茉莉得知切磋交流大会的消息后,毫不犹豫地报名了炼丹项目.作为天赋卓越的炼丹师,她从小就对灵药有着惊人的感知力.在备战过程中,她发现门派里一位炼丹长老似乎在暗中帮助某些弟子提升丹药品质.白茉莉虽然平时活泼开朗,但在这件事上却格外认真,决定调查长老的行为,同时努力提升自己的炼丹水平.
"不管是为了门派还是自己,我都要在这次切磋中用最好的成绩证明自己!" 白茉莉暗暗发誓.
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切磋交流的消息让孟星河重新振作起来.在白茉莉的激励下,他终于走出了自暴自弃的阴影,决定重新证明自己的价值.他选择了论道项目,因为这不仅是对智慧和悟性的考验,更是一个用才学超越他人的好机会.
为了备战,孟星河开启了疯狂阅读模式,各种修炼典籍看了个遍,对天道规则进行深入思考.同时,他在一次次修炼中也逐渐有了自己独特的见解.他对林远说:"我绝对不会输给任何人,尤其是那些曾经看不起我的人!"
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林远在外门的生活看似平淡,但在准备切磋的过程中,他和其他外门弟子的关系越来越融洽.一天,林远,孟星河和白茉莉偶然相遇.
白茉莉笑嘻嘻地拍了拍林远的肩膀:"喂,你准备参加什么项目啊?别告诉我你什么都不参加,那我可就瞧不起你了哦!"
林远翻了个白眼:"当然是比斗啦!谁像你啊,炼丹炉都快被你炸了."
白茉莉气得直跺脚:"林远!你给我记住,这次切磋,我拿的奖励肯定比你多!"
孟星河在旁边淡淡地说:"你们俩别吵了,论道才是最难的项目.别人也许能靠实力或运气,但悟性这东西,可不是谁都有的."
林远坏笑着说:"那你可别输了啊,星河,不然你那张高傲的小脸可就挂不住喽!"
三派切磋即将来临,所有人都在暗中筹备.这不仅是实力的较量,更是门派之间的一场大比拼.而在长生派深处,关于镇派之宝的秘密也在慢慢浮出水面...