BXBX NOVEL Book 11: Chapter 12 (1)
Book 11: Chapter 12 (1)
This day, people went to the riverbank in pairs to perform "bu xi".
The so-called "bu xi" is to wash away the dirt and dispel unluck.
Actually.
These kinds of festivals are usually only celebrated by those ordinary people who struggle in the mortal world.
Most cultivators don\'t observe festivals and rituals for the Green Emperor anymore, let alone the traditional Shangsi Festival which has already lost most of its customs.
Can celebrating festivals increase the cultivation base and enhance understanding?
None.
Then why do I need to pay attention to it?
Considering this, for most members of the Duxian sect, March 3rd was an extremely ordinary day.
They are truly concerned about tomorrow.
On March 4th, the great competition amongst new disciples will be held on time in front of Yunluo Peak Hall.
At that time, all the senior leaders of the Duxian sect will be present.
Disciples who perform exceptionally well in the grand competition not only get rewards from the sect, but also have the chance to become Sect Leader, Elders, and Peak Master\'s closed-door disciples.
This grand occasion touched the hearts of countless people.
Even the usually "steady" Bai Lian is no exception.
These days.
During the day she instructed the Martial Sisters in combat skills, and at night she used her own feet to steady the Martial Sisters\' minds, so busy she had no time for a break.
Xiao Jinse and others gradually became accustomed to this fulfilling life.
In the evening of March 3rd.
"Let\'s end the training for today!"
The lingering of the setting sun cast a soft orange light on the trees rustled by the spring breeze.
Suddenly, Bai Lian jumped off the huge boulder she was sitting at.
She clapped her hands vigorously, attracting the attention of all the Martial Sisters.
"?"
Five faces looked confused at her.
Something is wrong.
On weekdays they usually practice until 8 o\'clock and then take a short break before going to Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian\'s room to watch Tao Halo.
It\'s almost half an hour until 8 o\'clock now.
Xiao Jinse, designated as the "Team Leader" by Bai Lian, raised her hand and asked the doubt that was in her heart.
"Elder Martial Sister…"
Bai Lian had a faint smile on her face.
She explained, "Tonight is the last night before the great competition, so I\'m going to change up the class a bit."
"Eh?"
Bai Lian shook her head and said, "Let\'s talk about the specifics later - let\'s go see the master first."
"Yes."
No one objected.
Under Bai Lian\'s lead, they soon arrived in front of An Lan.
…
In the narrow cave.
The air was wet and cool.
An Lan glanced at the several disciples sitting neatly in small benches.
Not bad!
She nodded imperceptibly.
Even though she was feeling unsatisfied right now, she had to admit that the disciples (other than Bai Lian) she collected all had the potential to become an Immortal Emperor.
If all goes well, in no less than three to four thousand years, and possibly even ten thousand, they will be able to successfully become an Immortal Emperor revered by millions.
But…
[I\'m an invincible Heavenly Lord of the world!]
Immortal emperor?
Just so so!
If these disciples have filial piety, then it is enough.
If they have ill intentions and try to do something bad behind Bai Lian\'s back, she will let them know her other side!
Hmm.
Now is not the time to be thinking about such things.
An Lan sat up straight.
A draft instantly came to her mind.
That was the draft of the "Pre-war Mobilization" that she had gone to Yunluo Peak to ask for from Jue Yunzi not long ago.
Her disciples are going to represent the Qiongming Peak in the great competition. How can she, their master, not show any signs of recognition?
Therefore.
After a light cough, An Lan began to read out loud from the script in a staccato manner.
"Tomorrow… a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step…"
Jue Yunzi has been sitting in the position of sect leader for hundreds of years, and his writing ability is at least first-class, if not top-notch.
Even An Lan\'s emotionless tone was enough to excite Xiao Jinse and the rest, making their blood boil.
"Master, don\'t worry. No matter how difficult the opponent is, I will do my best to overcome him!"
Xiao Jinse was the first to take a stand.
She was not bragging.
She really came prepared.
In the past ten days, her cultivation base has almost not increased, but her mental state has risen several levels, like a rocket taking off.
She could even keep peace of mind looking at Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian\'s feet swaying in front of her for three hours, so how could her opponent in the competition make her feel uneasy?
Su Youwei also stepped forward.
She said succinctly, "I will not disappoint the Master and Elder Martial Sister Bai Lian\'s expectations!"
When it came to Yu Ying, it became even simpler.
"Me too!"
Then…
Ling Xuan held up her hands high, saying, "I will cheer on the other Elder Martial Sisters with Elder Martial Sister Jade Rabbit!"
She wanted to take part in the competition, but she was too young.
Ten years old.
Her height is less than others\' chest.
Her cultivation base is quite good among her peers, but there is no one who participated in this competition with a lower cultivation base than the Foundation Establishment Stage.
If she really goes to the competition, she is unlikely to make it past the first round.
Considering this point, Bai Lian still dissuaded her.
The child is still young, and if she is dealt a sudden blow, it may cause her to lose confidence.
"Next time!"
Bai Lian comforted Ling Xuan in this way.
Actually, she doesn\'t think the fifth Martial Sister could participate in the next great competition.
After the fifth Martial Sister broke through the Martial Arts God Wheel, her cultivation base advanced rapidly.
She can now face cultivators at the Foundation Establishment Stage, and three years later, she will be able to defeat a cultivator at the Nascent Soul Stage with a single punch.
It wouldn\'t be appropriate to participate in the great competition with other rookies.
Strictly speaking, Bai Lian is also a newbie who has just started cultivating for less than ten years.
Is it reasonable for you to let her represent the Qiongming Peak to take part in this competition?
Really unreasonable!
Seeing the mood lifted by her own action, An Lan nodded in satisfaction.
"Give me your usual Magic Treasures."
"Yes, Master."
An Lan gently caught Xiao Jinse, Su Youwei and Yu Ying\'s Magic Treasures.
A wisp of illusory flame emerged from her fingertip.
She was preparing to use this phantom fire to reforge the three Magic Treasures in her hand.
Doing this may not upgrade the grade of these Magic Treasures, but it can enhance several times the features of these Magic Treasures compared to before.
The fire flickered.
The cave quieted down.
An Lan looked around again.
She originally wanted to end the rally as soon as she had finished refining the Magic Treasures, but then she saw the anticipation in the eyes of several disciples.
Bang!
(Translated by Gravity Tales ??)
For some reason, An Lan suddenly felt a bit empty inside.
She tightened her lips.
This scene seems familiar.
Yes.
At that time, there were only she and Bai Lian at the Qiongming Peak.
At that time, Bai Lian also always looked at her with this kind of gaze.
At that time, her response to Bai Lian was the same as it is today.
Enthusiasm?
False.
It\'s just a perfunctory gesture.
Just like the speech she just recited.
The draft was written by Jue Yunzi, although no one else knew, she did.
She knew she was a bad woman.
She knew she wasn\'t a qualified master.
She knew her…
Wrong.