Sensing the emotions of the disciples below, nearly overflowing, and the increasingly confrontational atmosphere within the hall, Wei Zhongqian gently raised a hand.
An invisible yet majestic pressure instantly spread through the hall. It was not overbearing, yet every voice of argument unconsciously lowered, eventually falling silent. Everyone's gaze gathered upon him once more.
Wei Zhongqian slowly said, "What everyone has said is reasonable. Chen Fei has inherited Junior Brother Chu's legacy, and he is indeed qualified. Yet granting it to him directly could easily breed resentment among the other diligent disciples of the peak."
His gaze swept across the hall before finally returning to Chen Fei. "In that case, the compromise is to have Chen Fei undergo a test."
Wei Zhongqian paused before continuing, "Let passing the sect's Three Peaks serve as the standard. Chen Fei, if you can pass the Three Peaks test through your own strength, then this Low-grade Sixteenth Order Status Spiritual Material shall be granted to you."
"Three Peaks?" Low murmurs rose within the hall.
The so-called Three Peaks was a comprehensive trial within the Dan Chen Sect specifically designed to test disciples' talent, comprehension, temperament, and actual combat ability. The sect had several Training Grounds of this kind.
The threefold nature did not refer to three mountain peaks, but to the three barriers of strength, heart, and Dao. Each was harder than the last, forming a harsh test of a disciple's overall qualities.
Those who could pass were all considered outstanding among cultivators of the same rank.
By proposing this as the test, Wei Zhongqian was clearly attempting to use a relatively recognized standard to silence the opposition while also giving Chen Fei a chance to prove himself.
However, Wei Zhongqian's proposal failed to quell every voice of opposition.
"Senior Brother Wei, passing the