"I can too?"
"Me too?"
"I have hope too?"
As Li Yun's words fell, Duobao, Yu Ding, and Huang Long were all stunned.
They had never imagined that, in Li Yun's eyes, they also possessed the aptitude to cultivate the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique and could even reach the level of an Eight-Revolution Quasi-Saint.
If that was the case, should they continue cultivating their current techniques, or switch to the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique?
At that moment, they all fell silent, unconsciously sinking into thought.
"This..."
In contrast, Jin Ling, Wudang, Tai Yi, Cihang, and the others exchanged glances, their expressions exceedingly complicated.
Since Li Yun had not mentioned them, it meant that, in his eyes, even if they cultivated the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique, they would not be able to reach the eighth revolution.
Although this result meant they no longer had to struggle with the decision, it also revealed one thing: their talent was inferior to those who had been named.
Subconsciously, Cihang became somewhat displeased. "Junior Brother Li Yun, we accept that Senior Brother Guang Chengzi and Senior Brother Yu Ding can reach the level you described, but why can Junior Brother Huang Long do so as well?"
"When we first took our masters, Master said that Junior Brother Huang Long's talent was the lowest among the twelve of us!"
At those words, the other Chan Teachings disciples also looked toward Li Yun. Though they said nothing, the doubt in their eyes could not be concealed.
Even Huang Long himself opened his mouth, then lowered his head. "Senior Brother Cihang is right. My talent is indeed the poorest."
"No, no, no."
Seeing this, Li Yun waved his hand and said calmly, "What Second Martial Uncle referred to was aptitude for the Dao, not aptitude for cultivating the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique."
"Senior Brothers, do not forget the entry requirements for cultivating the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique that I mentioned earlier: powerful physical aptitude and primordial spirit aptitude."
"Senior Brother Huang Long is the only special case among you. He is a Nine-Clawed Yellow Dragon. You should all know that among the Dragon Clan, nine claws are the pinnacle. Therefore, his physical aptitude is unquestionably extraordinary. His primordial spirit aptitude may be somewhat lacking, but it is not incompatible with the technique."
"Most importantly, Senior Brother Huang Long is of pure Dragon Clan blood. His current status within the Dragon Clan may not be high, but if he cultivates the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique to the peak of the Grand Unity Golden Immortal Realm, he will inevitably be invincible among those of the same realm. Would the Dragon Clan still dare to overlook him then?"
"With Senior Brother Huang Long's status and sufficient strength, he could fully mobilize the resources of the Four Seas Dragon Race for his own use. Reaching the ninth revolution would be extremely difficult, but cultivating the eighth revolution to its peak would not be impossible. After all, the wealth of the Four Seas Dragon Race, combined with that of the ancient Dragon Clan, is immeasurable."
At this, Cihang and the others fell silent.
Though Li Yun's words were somewhat exaggerated, they were undeniably true.
If Huang Long truly mobilized the resources of the Four Seas Dragon Race for himself, that was indeed something they could not compare to. With sufficient resources, the difficulty of cultivating the Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique would also be greatly reduced. At that time...
Clang! Clang! Clang!
At that moment, the ringing of a bell echoed out, interrupting Li Yun and the others' conversation.
Looking toward the sound, they saw a massive Silver White Great Bell swaying in midair. Innate spiritual energy surged around it, and it was clearly a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure.
At the same time, the gates of the Jade Void Palace opened, and Laozi, Yuqing Yuanshi, and Shangqing Tongtian emerged from within.
"They're here."
Seeing this, all the cultivators present were invigorated.
They knew that the Three Teachings Exchange Conference was about to begin.
For a time, the disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects were restless with anticipation, their eyes filled with excitement and expectation.
After all, the combat tournament at this Three Teachings Exchange Conference was an opportunity to distinguish themselves. So long as they performed well enough, they could gain the attention and recognition of the Saints.
This was especially true for the Registered Disciples and Outer Disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects. They all knew that if they became victors, even if they could not become Direct Disciples, entering the inner sect as Inner Disciples would not be impossible.
Thinking of this, when the disciples saw the Three Pure Ones appear within the venue, they immediately bowed and saluted. "Greetings, Eldest Martial Uncle, Master, Third Martial Uncle!"
"Greetings, Eldest Martial Uncle, Second Martial Uncle, Master!"
"..."
The Three Pure Ones took in this scene and nodded in satisfaction.
After exchanging glances, Laozi spoke first. "This Three Teachings Exchange Conference will consist of three parts: combat tournaments, a banquet, and sermons!"
"The combat tournaments will begin first. Disciples of the Earth Immortal Realm, Celestial Immortal Realm, Mysterious Immortal Realm, True Immortal Realm, Grand Unity True Immortal Realm, and Golden Immortal Realm will compete in arenas corresponding to their respective realms, with three final victors selected from each."
"After the combat tournaments, the disciples of the Three Sects will hold a banquet lasting one hundred years to recuperate. A hundred years later, the three of us Saints will each deliver sermons for one thousand years, granting you an opportunity and hope to improve yourselves."
Hiss—
After hearing Laozi's explanation, the Human, Chan, and Jie Sect Disciples present could not help but suck in cold breaths.
Even Li Yun had not expected this Exchange Meeting to be so extensive.
The banquet was nothing special.
But the sermons of the Three Pure Ones after the banquet were an enormous temptation.
Each Saint would deliver a sermon for one thousand years. If they seized this opportunity, advancing their cultivation during those three thousand years would be inevitable. It might even be possible to cross one or two major realms.
For a time, the disciples of the Three Sects were incomparably excited.
This was especially so for those whose strength was insufficient and who were destined to become supporting characters. Even if they could not distinguish themselves in the combat tournaments, the gains from three thousand years of sermons were still something to look forward to.
Thinking of this, the disciples of the Three Sects all bowed and saluted. "Thank you, Saints, for your grace!"
"Thank you, Saints, for your grace!"
"..."
Laozi did not mind this. Turning to the side, he said, "Second Brother, I'll leave the rest to you."
"Very well, Eldest Brother!"
After answering, Yuanshi stepped forward without hesitation. "Silence!"
In an instant, the plaza fell silent.
Amid everyone's attention, Yuanshi Tianzun slowly began to speak. "In these combat tournaments, each realm's arena will produce three victors. Those victors will receive an Innate Spirit Treasure as their reward. However, the rewards below the True Immortal Realm will be Low-Grade Innate Spirit Treasures. The rewards for the True Immortal Realm and Grand Unity True Immortal Realm will be Mid-grade Innate Spirit Treasures, while the rewards for victors of the Golden Immortal Realm will begin at High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasures."
"Furthermore, the top ten from each arena will receive one divine ability and one movement technique cultivation method imparted by their respective sects. As for who obtains them, that will depend on your own luck, strength, and methods!"
What?
Innate Spirit Treasures!
Divine abilities and movement techniques!
After hearing Yuanshi Tianzun's explanation, the disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects erupted.
Aside from Li Yun and Xuandu, who did not care about such things, even High-Grade Innate Spirit Treasures did not stir much excitement in them. After all, Laozi had directly bestowed Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Treasures upon them from the beginning, something ordinary disciples could never obtain.
But aside from them, even the Direct Disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects were restless with excitement.
Innate Spirit Treasures.
Divine abilities and movement techniques.
These were things they desperately needed, things they longed for, things that had previously been beyond their reach.
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