System Authority, Going Back on Their Word?

[ Ding! The host can obtain Empty Trait Slots by completing triggered missions! ]

[ Ding! The host can obtain Empty Trait Slots by killing special individuals! ]

[ Ding! Detected that the host has equipped ten Traits. The system will now undergo an upgrade. ]

[ Ding! System upgrade initiated. All functions are enabled by default. The host may freely view and trigger them! ]

The next second, Li Yun felt his entire body shudder, and information regarding the God-Tier Trait System appeared in his mind.

The information was simple. He could now actively sense certain things—for example, the grade of Traits someone possessed, whether someone could trigger a mission, or whether certain objects were something he needed.

Of course, all of this was still quite basic.

The system's abilities were not yet complete. It could not directly inspect another person's information, nor could it reveal the specific details of their Traits.

But that was already enough for Li Yun.

After all, it gave him additional methods and System Authority. Moreover, Empty Trait Slots could no longer be obtained only by defeating the Saints and Great Spiritual Power Users mentioned earlier; other means could potentially yield them as well.

With that thought, Li Yun looked around.

The next instant, green, blue, purple, red, gold, and multicolored radiance shone brilliantly.

Among them, the Three Pure Ones radiated dazzling multicolored and golden light. As for everyone else, most possessed purple or red Traits. There were also some with Gold Traits, but nearly all of them were Direct Disciples of the Human, Chan, and Jie Sects, along with a very small number of others.

For example, Kong Xuan.

Although Li Yun had obtained the red Five-Colored Divine Light Trait from him, Kong Xuan still possessed Gold Traits.

And Da Peng.

Previously, Li Yun had only obtained a purple Trait, but Da Peng also possessed red Traits.

"Good, good, good~"

For a moment, Li Yun was overjoyed.

Though he could not learn the specific details, merely being able to see the grade of the Traits someone possessed was enough.

With this ability, he could completely avoid bothering those green- and blue-tier cultivators. Farming such low-tier existences would be extremely slow, and even synthesis would be somewhat troublesome.

Conversely, defeating those with purple or red Traits would allow him to obtain enough Traits for upgrades and synthesis.

"Senior Brother Li Yun, please enlighten me."

Just then, a shout rang out.

Following the voice, Li Yun saw a Golden Immortal Realm cultivator step forward from the Interception Sect's ranks.

After clasping his fists in salute toward Li Yun, the newcomer attacked without hesitation. He rushed straight at Li Yun at great speed, with no intention whatsoever of exchanging Sorcery and Divine Abilities with him.

"Purple!"

Li Yun's eyes flashed as he looked at the newcomer.

Purple radiance flickered around the man, which meant he possessed only purple Traits.

For a moment, Li Yun had little interest in fighting him. With a thought, the God-Slaying Flying Sword silently flew out.

Pfft—

Blood sprayed as the newcomer proved utterly unable to defend himself, his arm pierced through by a single strike.

With a muffled groan, he drifted down to the ground. Looking at his shoulder, then at the circling God-Slaying Flying Sword, he gave a bitter smile. "I lost!"

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Brother Li Yun."

Having said that, he did not linger. He turned and walked dejectedly back toward the ranks.

[ Ding! Defeated Luo Xuan. Obtained Trait: Pure Yang Fire (Purple). ]

[ Pure Yang Fire (Purple): After equipping it, one can command Pure Yang Fire, which restrains evil and dark powers~ ]

"Not bad."

Li Yun glanced at the Trait he had obtained, but his expression barely changed.

After everything he had experienced, ordinary purple Traits could no longer draw his attention or earn his approval.

Next, several more Golden Immortal Realm disciples of the Interception Sect came forward to fight.

Though they knew full well that they were no match for Li Yun, they were disciples of the Interception Sect. How could they admit defeat without fighting?

Because of this, the Interception Sect disciples had virtually no ability to resist and were directly declared defeated beneath the attacks of the God-Slaying Flying Sword.

At the same time, Li Yun obtained several more purple Traits.

However, the details of these Traits were unimpressive. Li Yun merely glanced at them before losing all desire to continue reading.

After doing all this, Li Yun's gaze settled on Duobao, Gui Ling, Jin Ling, and Wudang.

Purple, red, and golden radiance shone brilliantly from their bodies.

As Direct Disciples of the Interception Sect, they possessed numerous Traits of high grades, leaving Li Yun quite expectant.

Especially Wudang.

Li Yun could see that the golden radiance around her was the most intense. This showed that she likely possessed quite a few Gold Traits.

Just then, Jin Ling suddenly stepped forward. Looking somewhat embarrassed, she said to Li Yun, "Junior Brother Li Yun, the three of us sisters discussed it. None of us can defeat you in a one-on-one fight, so why don't we join forces and exchange pointers with you?"

The moment she said this, the entire scene erupted.

The disciples of both the Chan and Jie Sects stared at Jin Ling in shock, never expecting her to say such a thing.

The three of them joining forces against Li Yun? Were they already admitting defeat?

But surprise aside, the surrounding disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects said nothing, because they did not know about the agreement Li Yun had previously reached with the Direct Disciples.

On the Chan Teachings' side, however, apart from Guang Chengzi and Yu Ding, who had yet to fight, the other ten Direct Disciples looked at Jin Ling and the other two with disdain.

After all, even though they had known they were outmatched, they had not broken the rules. Yet Jin Ling and her two sisters now wanted to break their own promise. It was truly shameless.

"Oh?"

Li Yun raised a brow, surprise also appearing in his eyes.

He too had not expected Jin Ling to choose to break their agreement on her own initiative, nor had he expected Gui Ling and Wudang to share the same intention.

Although it did concern the Interception Sect's reputation, the three women's fickle attitude displeased him. The favorable impression he had held toward them vanished completely in an instant.

Then, Li Yun waved his hand and recalled the God-Slaying Flying Sword. His expression was indifferent as he said, "Since Senior Sister has said so, naturally I will not refuse."

"All three Senior Sisters, come at me together!"

The moment he spoke, Jin Ling, Gui Ling, and Wudang all breathed sighs of relief.

They knew that none of them could defeat Li Yun alone. Yet as Direct Disciples of the Interception Sect, they would never allow themselves to lose, nor would they allow the Interception Sect to suffer complete defeat.

Thus, even if they had to go back on their word, the three women cast all else aside. Without the slightest hesitation, they launched a fierce attack.

In an instant, Jin Ling and Gui Ling formed hand seals. Shangqing Divine Thunder gathered and transformed into lightning that attacked Li Yun, while Wudang gripped her longsword and charged straight at him, restraining him from approaching Jin Ling and Gui Ling.

"Good!"

A cold gleam flashed through Li Yun's eyes. He no longer had any intention of holding back.

With a thought, the God-Slaying Flying Sword tore through the air, sweeping past Wudang and shooting directly toward Gui Ling and Jin Ling. Li Yun himself faced Wudang barehanded. The True Dragon Soul possessed him, dragon scales emerging across his hands with unparalleled defense as his vitality and blood force surged.