Cultivation Surges!

Central Golden Ao Island.

Many Sect of Interception disciples were gathered here.

Most were outer disciples. After all, Lin Chuan himself was an outer disciple, and an unknown one at that.

Yet, he inexplicably became a personal disciple.

This caused unease among many outer disciples.

They were already dissatisfied deep down.

They just didn't dare to speak up. Not everyone was as forthright as Zhao Gongming, who dared to claim that in his millions of years, he had contributed more than others.

If an explanation wasn't given here, it would chill his heart.

Fortunately, there was an opportunity to prove himself.

This event was the best chance to prove it.

"What right does Lin Chuan have to be a personal disciple? He went directly from an outer disciple to a personal disciple. It's simply unimaginable!"

"And he's an nobody. It absolutely shouldn't have been him."

"Senior Brother Zhao Gongming's contributions over millions of years weren't even enough to enter the inner sect, but... "

"This Lin Chuan has ascended in one step. It must be that demon using underhanded tactics, otherwise how could he become a personal disciple?"

"Hmph!"

"We should get a good look at his true face."

Many Sect of Interception disciples were extremely dissatisfied.

This dissatisfaction couldn't be directed at Sect Master Tongtian, as no one dared to question his appointments for personal disciples.

Not even Duobao, the chief disciple.

He didn't dare to voice any complaints.

Naturally, their dissatisfaction could only be directed at Lin Chuan.

And so.

Their dissatisfaction festered like a river.

When a message spread, it immediately caused many disciples to drop what they were doing and gather, all wanting to witness the true face of this personal disciple.

Suddenly, the space in the sky rippled.

Duobao appeared, and the surrounding chatter instantly ceased.

All the disciples knelt on one knee.

"Greetings, Chief Disciple!"

"Rise!"

Following behind Duobao were Zhao Gongming and Lin Chuan.

Everything had already been arranged here.

After the disciples stood up, their gazes unanimously fell upon Lin Chuan, with faint traces of hostility subtly revealed.

Sensing this hostility.

Lin Chuan felt a pang of bitterness.

That old scoundrel is truly wicked!

What exactly does he see in me? I'll definitely change. I absolutely won't let you favor me!

I'm already at this level. No strength, no contribution. I'm just a useless person, a salted fish that will never turn over.

Why are you pushing me into a fiery pit like this?

Sect Master Tongtian's power was naturally all-knowing. Even without appearing, he could perceive everything.

Now, the corners of his mouth curved upwards. Every time he saw Lin Chuan's bitter inner thoughts, he felt immense pleasure.

Even without any tangible benefits, and not even knowing if he possessed foresight, Sect Master Tongtian felt this act alone was worth it for the joy it brought him!

"Go!"

"You two shall compete here. In front of so many Sect of Interception disciples, decide the victor!"

"Contribution and natural talent are the primary standards for becoming an inner disciple and a personal disciple. If you cannot meet them, the other disciples will not be convinced."

Duobao said softly, his attitude very approachable and consistently neutral.

Zhao Gongming nodded silently.

Lin Chuan seemed to grasp the key point, a flash of light in his eyes.

[What does this mean?]

[Could it be that if I lose this competition, I won't be able to become a personal disciple? Then I'll be utterly humiliated, and won't I be able to leave this place of trouble?]

[Expelled?]

Lin Chuan speculated internally. The more he speculated, the more he felt there was great potential.

If his guess was correct.

Then...

He absolutely could not win this competition.

But just then.

Duobao suddenly said, "If Junior Brother Zhao wins, it means Junior Brother Zhao is qualified to become a personal disciple."

"And I, your senior brother, will report it to Master."

"If Zhao Gongming loses, then everything remains as it was."

Duobao believed he understood Sect Master Tongtian's intentions, and thus spoke according to his understanding.

Lin Chuan: "..."

His body stiffened. He had initially thought this was merely a loophole, and that if he lost, he could leave this place of trouble.

He would be expelled from the Sect of Interception.

Because he would become Sect Master Tongtian's disgrace.

However, his thoughts were too naive.

So naive that he thought he would merely be expelled.

[Heavens! This is too ruthless. From the very beginning, this old fogey Tongtian inexplicably took a liking to me. What merit do I have to be favored by you? To actually make me a personal disciple.]

[Isn't this screwing me over?]

[If I lose, you're going to silence me!]

[You think I'm your disgrace, and now you want to discard me like worn-out shoes!]

[No, no, no... I didn't help you at all, I just wanted to leave this place of trouble!]

[That old fogey is truly wicked!]

Lin Chuan understood Duobao's words perfectly. If he lost, he would indeed be Sect Master Tongtian's disgrace.

And a disgrace...

Should not exist in this world.

Doesn't that mean he would completely disappear!

And not just be expelled!

My goodness.

Without a second word, Lin Chuan immediately flew downwards.

At the same time, he began to max out the cultivation granted by the system.

Good heavens!

He absolutely could not lose this time. Even if he wanted to leave this place of trouble, it absolutely couldn't be now, otherwise, he would truly become Sect Master Tongtian's disgrace.

Wouldn't that be the end of him?

His cultivation surged!

Earth Immortal!

Heavenly Immortal!

Golden Immortal!

Grand Unity Golden Immortal!

In a short while, he had reached the peak of Grand Unity Golden Immortal. After that, he did not increase his cultivation further, because breaking through the peak of Grand Unity Golden Immortal would cause too much of a commotion.

It would definitely be discovered by Sect Master Tongtian.

He had originally planned to slack off, but he realized that someone had already put a knife to his throat.

If he didn't make a move, he might truly be finished!

He was doomed!

Seeing Lin Chuan fly straight down, Zhao Gongming followed suit.

Sect Master Tongtian, however, felt a flicker of doubt arise within him. Because just now, he had experienced a moment of trance.

It was as if he had a fleeting illusion regarding Lin Chuan.

"What was that just now? To have such an unbelievable feeling, could something be about to happen at this moment?"

"Moreover, this brat definitely has secrets. He seems to possess foresight. Whether it's true or not, if he has secrets, and they are not small."

"He is worth investigating!"

"You want to run? Not a chance!"

A smile appeared on Sect Master Tongtian's lips, and he watched with anticipation.