The Damned Sect Master Tongtian!

Zhao Gongming felt extremely stifled.

He had been in the Sect of Interception for millions of years, loyal and devoted, even hoping to one day become an inner sect disciple.

Among the many outer disciples, who dared to compare with him?

Yet now, a nobody had silently become a personal disciple, directly bypassing the inner sect.

As soon as this news leaked, it immediately caused an uproar.

All the disciples on Golden Ao Island were displeased.

Only Zhao Gongming stepped forward.

Facing Zhao Gongming, Duobao silently shook his head inwardly.

This brat is truly despicable, wanting to strike first and create a fait accompli.

That way, no one will be able to shake his position.

Pitiful! Lamentable!

Little does he know, this action will instead stir up dissatisfaction among many Sect of Interception disciples!

Duobao had already concluded that Lin Chuan was definitely the one who spread this news.

It was utterly despicable!

"Sigh~"

"Since my junior brother insists on this, then senior brother will take you to see our master."

"The whole story will be made public."

Duobao led Zhao Gongming directly towards the Jade Purity Palace.

He intended to probe their master's stance.

Upon arriving at the Jade Purity Palace, Zhao Gongming's face was filled with grief and indignation.

"Master, I have many doubts. Why am I, after diligently cultivating for millions of years, still an outer disciple?"

"Yet Lin Chuan is merely a nobody, contributing absolutely nothing to the Sect of Interception, why can he become a personal disciple?"

"I am confused..."

"May I ask if Master can provide an explanation?"

Zhao Gongming possessed exceptional talent, truly an outstanding figure among the outer disciples.

If anyone had the capability to become an inner sect disciple, it would undoubtedly be him.

However.

At this moment, a nobody had already become a personal disciple.

This exceeded the expectations of many Sect of Interception disciples.

The disciples were all filled with immense indignation.

If it were Zhao Gongming, it would still be understandable.

But now, Lin Chuan's rapid ascent left many disciples deeply puzzled. Although the outer disciples were filled with rage, they simply did not dare to confront Sect Master Tongtian directly.

But Zhao Gongming dared!

As Zhao Gongming voiced his doubts, Duobao fell into deep thought, as these were also his own questions.

Given their master's temperament, daring to stir up trouble here was like provoking his anger, wasn't it?

Duobao harbored many doubts. What merit did that brat Lin Chuan possess? He was merely a slacking outer disciple, yet he had been directly promoted to personal disciple.

He truly didn't know what merit he possessed!

Sect Master Tongtian did not appear, but he was watching the two below from the shadows, feeling a slight surprise. Those who dared to confront him directly were, after all, a minority.

Lin Chuan was an exception!

Sect Master Tongtian was actually more aware of the uproar on Golden Ao Island than anyone else.

Because, he was the one who spread the news.

With a slight stratagem, he had made everyone aware that Lin Chuan had inexplicably been promoted to personal disciple.

He knew full well that such an action would naturally cause an uproar and even draw dissatisfaction from many outer disciples.

But this dissatisfaction was not directed at him.

It was directed at Lin Chuan.

Seeing Zhao Gongming arrive now, he understood everything.

He did not reveal himself but quietly observed from the side.

Lin Chuan possessed many secrets. From where did he learn about the Great Tribulation of Investiture of the Gods?

How was it determined that this place is a place of right and wrong?

Sect Master Tongtian always believed that Lin Chuan possessed a secret unknown to anyone, or perhaps some means of foreknowledge. Otherwise, how would he know things that others did not?

Duobao was still unaware.

Yet he knew everything. If it weren't for his ability to discern their inner thoughts, he truly wouldn't be clear about this!

Facing Zhao Gongming's confusion.

Sect Master Tongtian did not wish to say more.

Seeing that Sect Master Tongtian had not appeared, Duobao recalled his master's previous words and said:

"There is a reason why Lin Chuan was able to become a personal disciple, and it is Master's reasoning. However, I imagine many disciples are extremely dissatisfied."

"After all, he has no reputation or renown. What merit does he have?"

"This is your thinking, isn't it?"

Yue Gongming nodded, his gaze searching for his master, but unfortunately, he found that as an outer disciple, it was extremely difficult to see him.

Even with the guidance of Senior Brother Duobao.

In his grief and indignation.

"Yes, that is what this disciple believes!"

"Even if it wasn't my turn to receive it, there are so many outer disciples, so many senior brothers who have achieved great deeds. How could it be this nobody's turn?"

"This disciple is not convinced!"

"I wish to personally confront this Senior Brother Lin Chuan, or even compete with him!"

Zhao Gongming gritted his teeth, his tone quite firm.

He believed that by showcasing his superiority, his master would surely notice him.

Once he won the competition, his master would naturally recognize who was more talented, and coupled with his many honors!

Were inner disciples still far away?

Little did he know, as Zhao Gongming finished speaking, a subtle glint flashed in the eyes of Sect Master Tongtian, who was eavesdropping nearby.

"Very well!"

"Since you have a secret, boy, then I will let Zhao Gongming test you thoroughly."

Sect Master Tongtian chuckled triumphantly, but he did not intervene at this moment.

Duobao then said, "If that's the case, then summon Lin Chuan."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming's face lit up with joy. If he could compete publicly, and in front of so many fellow disciples.

This would allow him to gauge the depth of this nobody. As for why he became a personal disciple, that was naturally Master's consideration, but if he could expose his base nature.

His inferior side.

Then, there might be other considerations.

Yes, Yue Gongming thought to himself.

Duobao harbored many doubts but did not reveal them. Seeing no sign of his master within the Jade Purity Palace.

He thought that his master must not wish to appear.

As for how things would unfold, his master did not care.

Thus, he quickly summoned Lin Chuan.

Inside the Jade Purity Palace.

When Lin Chuan heard the summons, he was stunned on the spot. And upon hearing that he was to compete with Zhao Gongming, without any hesitation, he immediately understood.

Someone was definitely trying to set him up!

"Damn Sect Master Tongtian!"

"The identity of a personal disciple was known only to three people. I certainly wouldn't spread it around, or I'd be dead."

"Duobao Tathagata probably wouldn't spread rumors either; he doesn't have the guts."

"The only possibility is Sect Master Tongtian!"

"This scoundrel!"

"Making me cultivate so many cultivation methods is one thing, but now he's forcing me. What is he trying to do?"

Lin Chuan cursed inwardly. If Duobao Tathagata weren't present, he would have already started shouting, but he knew it was better not to give others cause to gossip.

Yet, his mind was already filled with curses.

He followed Duobao Tathagata.

His mind was cursing Sect Master Tongtian all the way.

A full 360-degree, no-blind-spot tirade, as if without this, his heart's resentment could not be dispelled!