Hidden Sword Peak's Five Meridians

After exchanging toasts and drinks at the table, Wang Kui was filled with emotion and spoke many heartfelt words.

When the wine had flowed for three rounds, he specifically mentioned one matter: Wang Feng would be taking over his position as supervisor of the spirit field area. Upon hearing this, everyone present rejoiced that they had come today.

Since Wang Kui dared to say this at the wine table, it meant that this matter had already been discussed with Steward Lin and had received his approval.

Everyone present today was a disciple of the spirit field area, but many had not come. It could be foreseen that these absent individuals would inevitably be targeted by the new supervisor, Wang Feng.

It was an hour later when they had finished eating and drinking. Yang Chen deliberately stayed behind, wanting to consult Wang Kui about some matters. To his surprise, Xu Qingqing had also stayed.

After everyone else had left, only four people remained in the private room.

Wang Kui reeked of alcohol, but his mind was still clear. Seeing that Yang Chen and the other person had stayed, he smiled and said, "It seems you two want to know the same thing."

Yang Chen was a little puzzled. He hadn't even asked yet, so how did Wang Kui know it was the same thing?

"The Outer Sect assessment actually has only one step, and that is actual combat!"

"After the assessment begins, you will be sent into a mysterious space to fight against the creatures within. The entire assessment period is three days. Within these three days, the number of creatures killed will be recorded, and if you meet the standard, you will pass the assessment."

As he spoke, a hint of regret flashed in Wang Kui's eyes. He sighed, "In this assessment, swordsmanship attainments are extremely crucial. At the very least, you must cultivate one Low-grade Sword Technique to perfection to have a chance of passing."

He had neglected his swordsmanship cultivation for several years. It wasn't until his younger sister was promoted to the Outer Sect that he realized how vital swordsmanship attainments were. It was hateful that his talent in the Way of the Sword was so mediocre, causing him to fail to cultivate it to perfection before the five-year deadline arrived, thus missing the opportunity to be promoted to the Outer Sect.

Yang Chen's eyes showed realization. So, this was the reason for Wang Kui's failed assessment. Xu Qingqing, standing beside him, also looked thoughtful.

"Junior Brother Yang, Junior Sister Xu," Wang Kui said solemnly, "it won't be difficult for you two to be promoted to the Outer Sect, but I advise you not to rush. It's best to master several sword techniques before participating in the assessment."

"What does Senior Brother mean?"

"You should know that the Nineteenth Servant Peak is under the jurisdiction of Hidden Sword Peak. Disciples promoted from Nineteen Peaks will become Outer Sect disciples of Hidden Sword Peak."

Yang Chen and Xu Qingqing nodded. They did indeed know this.

Not only the Nineteenth Servant Peak, but also four other servant peaks were under the jurisdiction of Hidden Sword Peak.

Wang Kui continued, "But there's one thing you might not know: Hidden Sword Peak is divided into five meridians. The First Meridian is the head of the five meridians and holds the most say within Hidden Sword Peak. If you can enter the First Meridian, you will be at least an Inner Sect Uncle-Master in the future."

Yang Chen was shocked and looked at Wang Kui in disbelief.

Guaranteed to be an Inner Sect Disciple? Doesn't that mean a guaranteed Transcendent Realm!

Xu Qingqing also showed shock. Inner Sect Disciples were the backbone of the Sun Moon Sword Sect. When they traveled outside, they were like regional governors. Even the ruler of a nation would treat them as honored guests and not dare to show any disrespect.

From this, one could imagine how astonishing the foundation of the First Meridian was.

"I heard this from my younger sister. The First Meridian doesn't have the most disciples in Hidden Sword Peak, but it has the most True Disciples. Many True Disciples allocate some resources to cultivate First Meridian disciples. This virtuous cycle makes the First Meridian stronger and stronger."

Wang Kui paused for a moment and continued, "The reason I'm telling you this is because becoming a First Meridian disciple is extremely difficult. There are only two paths."

"First, during the sect entry assessment, if your talent surpasses the ninth grade, reaching the Transcendent or even Saint Realm, disciples with such talent can directly enter the First Meridian of Hidden Sword Peak."

"Second, participate in the Outer Sect assessment within three years of joining the sect and obtain 10,000 points during the assessment."

Yang Chen immediately realized that obtaining 10,000 points would be extremely difficult.

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Because talent at the Transcendent to Saint Realm level is a rare sight in a century, and it's listed alongside this condition, the difficulty can be imagined.

"Transcendent to Saint Realm is a globally rare talent. The Sun Moon Sword Sect recruits hundreds of thousands of labor disciples every year, and only one or two appear every decade."

"Therefore, most disciples who enter the First Meridian do so through the promotion assessment. However, to obtain 10,000 points, you need to master at least several complementary sword techniques and cultivate them to perfection, or comprehend Sword Intent!"

Yang Chen was completely bewildered. What is Sword Intent?

"Senior Brother Yang, Sword Intent refers to the artistic conception of the sword. Only those with extremely high talent in the Way of the Sword have a chance to comprehend it. Once you master Sword Intent, you will have an overwhelming advantage against martial artists who have not mastered it."

It was Xu Qingqing who spoke. She had some understanding of Sword Intent but knew how difficult it was to master it.

"Junior Sister Xu is correct. Those who can master Sword Intent are all sword prodigies, but comprehending Sword Intent is very difficult."

Wang Kui's expression was wistful, and he deeply empathized. However, he quickly changed the subject, "However, Hidden Sword Peak has a Myriad Sword Pagoda. It is rumored that the Myriad Sword Pagoda helps martial artists comprehend Sword Intent. And this Myriad Sword Pagoda belongs to the First Meridian. This is why I say that entering the First Meridian is equivalent to obtaining a ticket to the Transcendent Realm."

"Of course, disciples of other meridians can also use it, but they have to pay a high price each time. Only disciples of the First Meridian have free usage times."

"And there are at least three sword treasures like the Myriad Sword Pagoda in the hands of the First Meridian, which other meridians cannot compare to."

"These are visible advantages, and there are many more invisible ones!"

"For example, True Disciples giving lectures. Other meridians might have one once a month or even every few months, but the First Meridian has them almost every day."

Wang Kui spoke very meticulously, intentionally building goodwill with Yang Chen and Xu Qingqing. Although he was leaving the Sun Moon Sword Sect, Wang Feng and his younger sister were still there, and perhaps one day in the future, they could play a decisive role.

"Thank you, Senior Brother, for your generous advice!"

Yang Chen completely understood the gap between the First Meridian and the other meridians. The two were not on the same level at all. According to Wang Kui, the First Meridian might not have many Outer Sect disciples, but it likely had the most Inner Sect and True Disciples.

Moreover, at the Outer Sect stage, the combat power of First Meridian disciples should be T0 level because the difficulty of comprehending Sword Intent for them was much lower.

However, ordinary people should not even think about entering the First Meridian, this 'concentration camp for prodigies'.

Although Yang Chen was tempted, he didn't indulge in wishful thinking.

It would be best to enter the First Meridian, but it didn't matter if he couldn't. He lacked nothing more than Spirit Crystals. As long as he had Spirit Crystals, there were almost no resources he couldn't buy.

Having received the information they wanted, Yang Chen and Xu Qingqing did not stay long. After some polite exchanges, they took their leave.

On the way back, Xu Qingqing asked, "Senior Brother Yang, do you have confidence?"

"I don't dare to speak too confidently, but I'd say I have about ninety-five percent certainty."

Yang Chen's tone was very calm, his voice filled with confidence.

Upon hearing this, a dark line appeared on Xu Qingqing's forehead: "Who are you trying to fool!"

"You, haha!"

Yang Chen smirked mischievously and disappeared in a flash.

"Damn it!"

Xu Qingqing gnashed her teeth and stomped her feet in anger.

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