Of course, Gu Chengming had no idea that, in Ren Wencai's eyes, he too was walking this very path.
"Logically speaking, our Wenjian Sect was the one that rose to prominence through bitter sword cultivators."
Ren Wencai lifted his teacup and took a light sip.
"Back then, that Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch was the very emblem of bitter sword cultivators. He attained enlightenment with a single move, broke through three realms in succession, and became a Great Cultivator. The splendor of that sword strike is still spoken of with relish throughout the cultivation world."
"After that, our Wenjian Sect produced quite a few promising bitter sword cultivators as well. It's just a pity..."
Ren Wencai shook his head, a trace of regret flashing through his eyes.
"This path is simply too difficult, and it demands far too much talent. On top of that, the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth is no longer what it once was, and human heart has grown restless. Fewer and fewer disciples are willing to settle down and cultivate through such an almost self-restricting method."
At this point, he glanced at Gu Chengming and opened his mouth, but ultimately changed his wording.
"After all, Yunyue Sect was founded as a Law Cultivator sect."
As he spoke, Ren Wencai set down his teacup.
"Even though they've become a sword cultivator sect now, deep down they still enjoy pursuing those refined and elegant things. Now that they've finally produced a bitter sword cultivator, they can't wait to announce it to the whole world, as though only they deserve to possess such a genius."
He did not spell it out, but Gu Chengming understood.
So you're just jealous, huh?
You think a sect that started out playing music doesn't deserve a hardworking talent like this, and you're envious