Martial Arts Pavilion

Lingxiao Sect, Internal Affairs Hall.

The Internal Affairs Hall was one of the important departments of the Lingxiao Sect. Normally, whether it was a disciple's promotion or undertaking a mission outside the sect, it all required the approval of the Internal Affairs Hall, making it a bustling place.

At this moment, Lu Changsheng arrived at the location of the Internal Affairs Hall, and a black palace appeared before him. This ancient black palace exuded an aura of ancient majesty.

Without hesitation, Lu Changsheng immediately stepped into the black palace. His eyes widened as he entered a vast hall where disciples were coming and going.

Lu Changsheng's arrival also attracted quite a few gazes, and some disciples quickly recognized him.

"Yo, isn't this Lu Changsheng, the biggest trash of the outer disciples? Why is he here at the Internal Affairs Hall today?"

"This guy, I heard he's cultivated the same way for over ten years, but his realm is still stuck at the Second Level of Qi Condensation. He's truly worthless!"

"Heh heh, I bet he can't hack it anymore, so he's here at the Internal Affairs Hall to report and get kicked out."

Some disciples jeered.

Lu Changsheng ignored their taunts and went straight to the counter of the Internal Affairs Hall.

At the counter stood a white-haired old man in a gray robe.

This old man was Elder Xu, who was in charge of the affairs of the Internal Affairs Hall.

"Elder Xu, this disciple is here to collect his outer disciple token," Lu Changsheng said in a deep voice.

"What is your name?" Elder Xu asked.

"Lu Changsheng," Lu Changsheng replied.

Upon hearing these words, Elder Xu frowned. He had clearly heard the title "biggest trash of the outer disciples," and he said, "Lu Changsheng, do you know that to be promoted to an outer disciple, your strength must at least reach the Core Condensation Realm?"

"This disciple knows." After Lu Changsheng finished speaking, he immediately released his Core Condensation Realm aura.

"Hmm, your spiritual power is abundant. You have indeed entered the Core Condensation Realm!" Elder Xu said with some surprise.

At this moment, sensing the aura emanating from Lu Changsheng, those disciples who had been gossiping showed shocked expressions. This guy had actually advanced to the Core Condensation Realm?

"How is this possible? I saw this guy a few days ago when I passed by Labor Peak. He was clearly still at the Second Level of Qi Condensation then. How did he suddenly advance to the Core Condensation Realm?" a disciple in a green shirt exclaimed in shock.

"What? You're saying that in just a few days, this trash directly advanced from the Second Level of Qi Condensation to the Core Condensation Realm? How is that possible!"

"This is absolutely impossible. This trash has been cultivating at Labor Peak for over ten years, and his realm has never improved. How did he suddenly break through to the Core Condensation Realm?" Some disciples found it unbelievable.

Advancing from the Second Level of Qi Condensation to the Core Condensation Realm in just a few days was almost an impossible feat. For ordinary disciples to achieve this, it would take at least half a year, so everyone was curious about how Lu Changsheng managed it.

"Bring your token over, and I'll replace it for you," Elder Xu said in a deep voice.

Lu Changsheng nodded, then handed over his menial disciple token. Elder Xu took the token and then handed a silver token to Lu Changsheng. This silver token was the exclusive token for outer disciples!

"From now on, you are an outer disciple of the Lingxiao Sect, and you no longer need to do the rough and tiring work at Labor Peak. Furthermore, your monthly stipend will be increased to fifty mid-grade spirit stones per month," Elder Xu explained in detail.

Hearing this, Lu Changsheng also showed joy. He had finally shed his identity as a menial disciple and no longer had to do dirty and tiring work. Moreover, his treatment had also greatly improved, such as an increase in his monthly income and longer periods to cultivate in Dragon Fall Ravine.

"Also, since you've just been promoted to an outer disciple, you can choose three martial arts from the Martial Arts Pavilion," Elder Xu added.

"What?" Lu Changsheng's eyes lit up with surprise upon hearing about the Martial Arts Pavilion. The Martial Arts Pavilion was where the Lingxiao Sect housed its collection of martial arts scriptures. Previously, as a menial disciple, he had no right to enter the Martial Arts Pavilion. Now, after being promoted to an outer disciple, he could actually enter the Martial Arts Pavilion to choose three martial arts!

"Thank you, Elder Xu!" Lu Changsheng said gratefully.

"Mm, go..." Elder Xu nodded.

Holding the outer disciple token, amidst a flurry of shocked gazes, Lu Changsheng quickly left the Internal Affairs Hall.

After a short while, he followed the bluestone path into a bamboo forest.

Within the bamboo forest, spiritual mist swirled.

And ahead, a simple yet grand pavilion appeared.

This was none other than the Martial Arts Pavilion!

"Who goes there? Entry into the Martial Arts Pavilion requires a token."

At the entrance of the Martial Arts Pavilion stood two impartial elders.

Lu Changsheng did not hesitate and produced the silver token.

"You've just been promoted to Outer Disciple, so you may enter the Martial Arts Pavilion. However, you only have one hour and can only select three martial arts. Also, you are restricted to the first floor of the pavilion. Do not, under any circumstances, step onto the second floor."

The two elders spoke with authority.

"This disciple understands!"

Lu Changsheng nodded and then stepped into the Martial Arts Pavilion.

"This is the Martial Arts Pavilion?"

Upon entering, Lu Changsheng found himself in an ancient-looking hall. The floor was laid with precious sandalwood, emitting a faint, elegant woody fragrance. Rows upon rows of wooden shelves stood before him, each laden with yellowed, ancient texts.

Currently, some disciples were moving between the shelves, clearly also selecting martial arts.

Gazing at these texts, Lu Changsheng slowly calmed his mind. This was his first time entering the Martial Arts Pavilion, so it was natural for him to feel excited and amazed. After all, as a former menial disciple, he hadn't even possessed a decent martial art. Now, he could finally enter the Martial Arts Pavilion to choose one!

"Hoo..."

He let out a breath and then gently took a step forward, arriving before a row of wooden shelves. Various martial arts appeared before his eyes. Out of curiosity, he casually picked up a scripture and opened it.

"Fire Cloud Palm"

"A Yellow-tier first-grade martial art. When performing this palm technique, the palm is covered in scorching flames, possessing overbearing power."

Martial arts in this world were broadly categorized into four tiers: Heaven, Earth, Black, and Yellow. Each tier was further divided into nine grades. The Fire Cloud Palm was clearly a martial art of the lowest tier.

Shaking his head, Lu Changsheng quickly put down this martial art and continued to select others.

"Mountain Breaking Palm"

"A Yellow-tier second-grade martial art. The power of this palm is extremely formidable; a single strike is enough to shatter rocks..."

"Ice Finger"

"A Yellow-tier third-grade martial art. This martial art is extremely Yin and cold. At its extreme, it can infuse the opponent's body with icy energy, making it impossible to guard against."

"Blazing Flame Sword Art"

"A Yellow-tier third-grade martial art. This martial art is a sword technique that requires the absorption of flames during cultivation to unleash its immense power..."

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