Trying to Run When Disaster Strikes? No Way!

Within the Sect of Interception.

There were tens of thousands of Outer Sect Disciples, and Lin Chuan was merely one among them.

Moreover, he was the laziest, the most adept at coasting along.

How could Daoist Duobao possibly know Lin Chuan?

"You! I'm talking to you!"

"Come out!"

Duobao pointed at Lin Chuan and barked.

Shua shua shua!

Tens of thousands of eyes all turned toward the same direction.

Lin Chuan panicked.

He really didn't want to become an Inner Sect Disciple!

Especially at this critical moment, being personally selected by Sect Master Tongtian as an Inner Sect Disciple.

Wasn't this asking for his life?

It was hard being a person, even harder being a low-key and reserved one!

At this very moment.

Lin Chuan could feel the myriad gazes of the immortals.

Some were envious, some jealous, and some malicious.

Especially Zhao Gongming, Sanxiao, and the others.

As an Outer Sect Disciple, Zhao Gongming's cultivation was even stronger than many Inner Sect Disciples.

Holding twenty-four Sea Calming Beads, he was a fierce character who would later beat Randeng senseless.

Offend him, and could there be any good outcome?

[That damn old man, what grudge, what resentment does he hold!]

[Is he determined to get me killed?]

[I don't want to be some damn Inner Sect Disciple—why not give it to Zhao Gongming?]

Lin Chuan sighed bitterly.

With a hundred reluctances, he pushed through the crowd and walked toward Daoist Duobao.

"Brat, how dare you call This Seat an old man?"

"Heh heh, you don't want to be an Inner Sect Disciple, but This Seat insists you become one."

"Kid, you probably don't know yet that This Seat can eavesdrop on your thoughts."

"Haha, this feeling is really not bad!"

Sect Master Tongtian grinned.

His gaze toward Lin Chuan was full of ill intent.

"Master, this person is named Lin Chuan."

"Among the Outer Sect Disciples, he is not a standout."

"Compared to Zhao Gongming, Sanxiao, and the others, this person's cultivation is not particularly diligent either."

"As for the selection of Inner Sect Disciples, is this..."

Duobao frowned, trying to remind Sect Master Tongtian.

As the Chief Disciple of the Sect of Interception, there were few Outer Sect Disciples he could remember.

But Zhao Gongming and the others left a deep impression.

For no other reason than Zhao Gongming and Sanxiao's talent and cultivation—they were more than qualified to be Inner Sect Disciples.

Yet for some reason, Sect Master Tongtian not only didn't choose from among these four.

But instead picked a nobody.

In fact, Duobao wasn't the only one puzzled.

Tens of thousands of Outer Sect Disciples were all taken aback.

If Sect Master Tongtian weren't present, Zhao Gongming might have directly challenged Lin Chuan to a fight.

Just to prove who was more worthy of being an Inner Sect Disciple.

"Chief Disciple Brother speaks truly—this disciple's cultivation is still shallow, and I am not yet qualified to be an Inner Sect Disciple!"

"I beg Master to withdraw the order!"

Lin Chuan's eyes lit up, and he quickly echoed Duobao, seizing the chance to back down.

[Well said—whoever wants to be this Inner Sect Disciple can have it!]

[This old man is rambling on and on. Hurry up and end it, so I can escape this Place of Right and Wrong!]

Lin Chuan's heart was burning with impatience.

At that moment, Sect Master Tongtian couldn't help but furrow his brow.

You little brat, you want to run?!

You call my Sect of Interception a Place of Right and Wrong, yet you flee when disaster looms?

Who is the real traitor here!

Despicable brat, you refuse to stay, but This Seat won't let you have your way.

"Say no more."

"When has This Seat ever changed a decision once made?"

"You're called Lin Chuan, right."

"This Seat declares that from this moment on, you are officially an Inner Sect Disciple."

"From now on, you will train under Duobao. If you slack off for even a moment, This Seat will deal with you personally!"

Sect Master Tongtian waved his hand grandly, decisively shutting everyone up.

The many disciples of the Sect of Interception were silent as cicadas in winter.

But not everyone agreed with Sect Master Tongtian's words.

After all, he had just promised the Chang'er Dingguang Immortal the Six Souls Banner.

And then he went back on it!

With that, he still had the nerve to claim he never changed his decisions?

Of course, the disciples dared not say such things.

Otherwise, they might lose their heads!

"Enough, all of you, disperse."

"Duobao, you and Lin Chuan stay. This Seat still has words to speak to the two of you."

Sect Master Tongtian said with an indifferent expression, dismissing the myriad immortals in a few words.

Before long, the crowd scattered completely.

Only Duobao and Lin Chuan remained, standing left and right before Sect Master Tongtian.

However, Sect Master Tongtian's sharp eyes were fixed on Lin Chuan.

As if he had some other idea.

[Old man, what are you staring at? Never seen a handsome guy before!]

Lin Chuan silently complained.

You!

Sect Master Tongtian's eyes suddenly widened, but he quickly regained his composure.

You little bastard, you've called This Seat an old man three times now.

You've got guts. Just you wait, This Seat will remember this!

"This Seat kept you two here to hear your views on this Great Tribulation of Investiture of the Gods."

"Don't overthink it. Just speak freely!"

Sect Master Tongtian suppressed his anger, trying to keep his tone calm.

Hearing this, Daoist Duobao couldn't help but glance at Lin Chuan beside him.

As the chief disciple of the Sect of Interception, it was only natural for him to be kept behind by Tongtian to discuss the great matter of Investiture.

But Lin Chuan—an insignificant nobody from the outer sect—what qualifications did he have?

To discuss such a weighty matter alongside him?

Duobao was utterly baffled.

But since it was Sect Master Tongtian's decision, he didn't dare say much.

"In reply to Master's question."

"This Great Tribulation of Investiture is Heaven's decree."

"It encompasses the saintly disciples of the six saints and countless beings across the Myriad Realms."

"But the positions on the Investiture of the Gods are extremely limited, reserved for the virtuous."

"Disciples of our Sect of Interception may strive for them, but should do so with a peaceful mindset."

Daoist Duobao spoke unhurriedly, a confident smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

As if he himself was extremely satisfied with this explanation.

[Heh!]

[Rest assured, there's no need to fight for it—others are practically shoving their way onto the list.]

[What 'the virtuous shall possess it'? The Chan Sect and the Western Sect wouldn't even deign to go up there.]

[When it comes to you, the Investiture of the Gods has somehow become a treasure.]

[Sigh, with such an idiotic senior disciple in the Sect of Interception, no wonder the sect's disciples all have scrambled brains.]

Lin Chuan curled his lips, muttering silently to himself.

Daoist Duobao was still waiting for Sect Master Tongtian's praise.

But when he looked up, he saw Tongtian staring at Lin Chuan, his expression slightly startled.

"This kid—how does he know the Chan Sect and the Western Sect both reject the Investiture of the Gods?"

"Could he truly possess the power of prophecy?!"

At this moment, Sect Master Tongtian's heart was shaken to its core.

Some matters were only fit for Saints to know.

For instance, the covert struggles among the six Saints.

Many disciples had no right to be aware of such things.

Another example was the emergence of the Investiture of the Gods.

Laozi, Primordial Heavenly Lord, and even the Two Sages of the West had all clearly stated they did not wish for their own disciples to be listed.

These words, Sect Master Tongtian had never explained to the disciples of the Sect of Interception.

Thus, Daoist Duobao had taken the Investiture of the Gods for a good thing.

But how could Lin Chuan, an Outer Sect Disciple, know of such a monumental affair?

"This child possesses great talent—I cannot let him slip away."

"Since the Inner Sect Disciple cannot hold you, then This Seat shall make you a Personal Disciple!"