Chapter 5: The Supreme Sect’s First Delegation
The news of the Grand Sect Assembly invitation spread like wildfire across the Fallen Clou—no, the Supreme Sect.
To Lin Feng, it was just another headache.
To the disciples, it was a divine opportunity to prove their worth.
"Master!" Xiao Yan knelt before Lin Feng in the great hall. "We must prepare! The world will witness the might of our Supreme Sect!"
Lin Feng, still half-asleep, yawned. "Or, hear me out… we could not go."
The entire hall fell silent.
The gathered disciples—now over a hundred due to the rumors of Lin Feng's godlike power—trembled at his words.
"N-Not go?" one of them whispered. "B-But… Master, isn't this the moment where you dominate the sect world?"
Lin Feng groaned, rubbing his temples. "Look, I get it. You all want glory and recognition. But have you considered that I just don't care?"
Xiao Yan's fists clenched. "Master! We cannot avoid this! The Grand Sect Assembly is the most important event in the cultivation world! It is not just about honor, but about establishing our position in the hierarchy of power!"
Lin Feng lazily waved a hand. "Hierarchy? Who cares? It's not like we need their approval."
Xiao Yan's eyes burned with intensity. "Master… you may not care about these lesser cultivators… but for us, this is everything!"
Lin Feng stared at him.
For a moment, there was a glimpse of something real behind Xiao Yan's words.
Lin Feng sighed. "Fine. If it means that much to you, we'll go. But I'm not doing anything. You handle everything."
Xiao Yan immediately bowed deeply.
"Yes, Master! I will not let you down!"
The hall erupted in cheers.
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Three Days Later – Departure Day
The Supreme Sect's delegation stood assembled at the sect's entrance.
It had been decided that only a small, elite group would attend the Grand Sect Assembly.
The Supreme Sect Delegation:
1. Lin Feng – Supreme Ancestor (who just wants to sleep).
2. Xiao Yan – First Core Disciple (eager to prove their strength).
3. Su Mei – The newly recruited rogue cultivator (who sees Lin Feng as a legendary thief master).
4. Wu Tao – A cowardly alchemist who accidentally made a heavenly pill last night.
5. Five Outer Disciples – Selected by Xiao Yan for 'experience' (but really just to fill space).
Xiao Yan stepped forward. "Master, our flying boat is ready!"
Lin Feng yawned. "We have a flying boat?"
"Ah… no. I borrowed one from the Ironwood Merchant Clan using your name."
Lin Feng's eye twitched. "I see. And why would they lend it to us?"
Xiao Yan smiled proudly. "Because your name alone strikes terror into their hearts."
Lin Feng sighed. "Great. Another group that probably wants me dead."
Xiao Yan ignored him. "Shall we depart?"
Lin Feng sighed again. "Whatever."
And with that, the Supreme Sect officially entered the Grand Sect Assembly.
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Meanwhile, at the Grand Sect Assembly Venue…
The Seven Star Sect, one of the Five Great Sects, was hosting the event. Their grand floating palace hovered above the Cloudbreak Mountains, a divine structure that radiated absolute authority.
Inside the hall, powerful sect masters, grand elders, and geniuses gathered.
At the highest seat, the Seven Star Sect's Supreme Elder, a white-haired figure with an aura as deep as the cosmos, sat in silent contemplation.
Before him, an elder of the Silver Moon Sect knelt.
"Seven Star Supreme, we must take action! The Supreme Sect is a growing threat!"
A middle-aged man in purple robes sneered. "They are an insect sect that got lucky! This so-called 'Supreme Ancestor' is a myth!"
The elder slammed his palm on the ground. "Bai Zhi was obliterated in one move!"
A young man with cold eyes scoffed. "He was ranked 13th on the Rising Dragon List. That's hardly impressive."
The elder's face darkened. "Then tell me this… which sect dares to challenge the Supreme Sect openly?"
Silence.
No one spoke.
Even among the Great Sects, Lin Feng's name was a mystery wrapped in terror.
The Seven Star Supreme finally opened his eyes. Ancient and endless.
"…We will observe them."
But deep inside, a single thought passed through his mind.
Who… is Lin Feng?
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Back to Lin Feng & the Supreme Sect Delegation
The flying boat glided through the clouds as Lin Feng leaned against the railing, arms crossed.
The sky was peaceful. The wind gentle.
For a moment, everything felt calm.
Then—
"Master, we have a problem!" Xiao Yan's voice broke through his thoughts.
Lin Feng sighed. "Of course we do."
He turned. "What now?"
Xiao Yan pointed toward the sky.
A massive black storm was brewing ahead, distorting space itself.
A hooded figure stood in the air, exuding a terrifying aura. Their eyes glowed with celestial energy, and behind them, a phantom of an ancient beast roared.
Lin Feng blinked.
"…Who the hell is that?"
Xiao Yan's face paled.
"That's… Dao Sovereign Hei Wu of the Black Sky Sect."
Lin Feng raised an eyebrow. "Dao Sovereign? I thought those were supposed to be rare."
Xiao Yan gulped. "They are. There are only three known Dao Sovereigns in history. And this one is said to be the most ruthless of them all!"
Lin Feng sighed.
"Great. And let me guess… he wants to challenge me?"
As if on cue, Hei Wu's voice boomed across the sky.
"Supreme Ancestor of the Supreme Sect… I challenge you to a duel."
Lin Feng groaned, pinching the bridge of his nose.
"Can I just not?"
[No.]
Lin Feng sighed.
"Of course not."
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End of Chapter 5
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