59: Chapter 30: Father’s First Appointment_2 59: Chapter 30: Father’s First Appointment_2 An elderly Heavenly Immortal with the appearance of a child and white hair opened his eyes and directly rebuked, “Nonsense!
Allowing a group of juniors to take action against their ancestor master?
You actually came up with such an idea!”
The elder then said, “Brother, I am merely acting according to the sect rules, following the orders personally given by the three ancestral masters that everything must adhere to the sect rules!”
Upon hearing this, the other Heavenly Immortal elders said no more.
Another Vice Sect Leader said in a deep voice, “Having Dazhi compete with the other disciples would seem to undermine his status and might displease Ancestor Kongming.”
——To maintain the prestige of the Sect Leader, both the Sect Leader and Vice Sect Leaders respectfully referred to Li Dazhi as ‘Disciple’, even though, after tens of thousands of years, the actual seniority of the Current Sect Leader and Vice Sect Leaders was a bit lower than that of Li Dazhi.
“Hehehe,” the Sect Leader laughed with narrowed eyes, “This matter is not difficult to handle.”
All the immortals looked over to him.
The Sect Leader leisurely took a sip from his teacup and continued, “The elders’ meaning is twofold, one believes that the new disciple Li Dazhi needs to participate in the upcoming competition, while another believes that it’s beneath the status of Ancestor Master Li Dazhi to join the competition.”
“Then let’s just combine these opinions.
“For this competition, let’s have Dazhi organize it.
That way, he will also be participating in the event.”
“That will settle it.
Mundane Affairs Hall, Nourishing Clouds Hall, Miaoyun Hall, all of you will assist Dazhi with full effort.”
“Let’s make this competition lively and show the various friendly sects the elegance of our Wanyun Sect.”
“So, convey my order as Sect Leader.”
With these words, the elders all understood the situation.
In the corner, Elder Bi’s expression grew even uglier.
His intention was to have Li Dazhi compete with the other disciples to lower Li Dazhi’s status;
The Sect Leader, with a deft move, not only protected Li Dazhi but even pulled him out to organize the competition, even having three out of the six halls fully support him.
Elder Bi stood up: “Although Uncle Master Dazhi is exceptionally talented, he has only entered the sect for three years and after all…”
The Sect Leader looked over with a smile, his lips curling slightly, “Did I ask for the elders’ opinions?”
Elder Bi furrowed his brows tightly.
Vice Sect Leader Moyi opened his eyes and said, “The Sect Leader’s command has been given, and we will certainly follow it.”
Elder Bi cupped his hands together, turned around, and left with a flick of his sleeves.
The Sect Leader sighed softly and patted Moyi Vice Sect Leader’s arm gently, speaking warmly,
“Three years have passed, and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to hide the fact that our Wanyun Sect has obtained a Great Fortune Disciple.
Many sects are already discussing it, and now there’s no need to keep it a secret.”
“Everyone, please be prepared.”
“Great Fortune brings opportunities, but it also brings dangers.
Our Wanyun Sect must be united to face any potential tribulations that may come, so that we can enjoy the chance for prosperity.”
The elders stood up and bowed:
“We obey the Sect Leader’s command.”
Near the unnamed peak, close to the dwelling of Qing Su and his disciple.
Li Ping’an stood in a clearing in the forest, with several Immortal Treasures, a longsword, a pair of sabers, a long spear, and a meteor hammer floating in front of him.
These were the weapons with which Li Ping’an was relatively adept.
However, Li Ping’an didn’t quite understand the request his master had just made.
‘Choose a weapon, to be refined into your Life-bound Magic Weapon.’
Why did magical combat necessarily involve using a weapon?
The usual magical combat tactics of a Qi Cultivator consisted of hurling magic artifacts and spiritual treasures at the opponent, right?
He looked up at his master, who was standing with his hands behind his back atop the tree canopy, and asked, “Teacher, must I choose?”
Qing Su countered, “Do you not like to engage in magical combat?”
“Well, I can’t say whether I like it or not,” Li Ping’an said with a bitter smile, “Learning the skills for magical combat is to protect one’s own Dao Fruit; I am aware of that.
magical combat usually involves using spiritual treasures, so why the need for a weapon?”
Qing Su blinked, “Do you have any powerful spiritual treasures then?”
Li Ping’an glanced at the dozen or so Immortal Treasures hidden on his person.
To catch the eye of a Heavenly Immortal, the treasure had to be at least a postnatal Spiritual Treasure or a special Immortal Treasure.
His own Immortal Treasures were decent enough for Yuan Immortals and True Immortals, but his master probably wouldn’t be impressed.
Li Ping’an honestly replied, “No.”
Qing Su lifted his chin, “Choose a weapon then.”
“Yes, master,” Li Ping’an didn’t dare to delay and after careful thought, he grabbed the long spear, an Immortal Treasure.
He had his reasons for choosing the long spear.
The first reason was that of all his Immortal Treasures, this long spear was of the highest quality;
The second was his personal belief that wielding a spear was the most impressive.
Qing Su gracefully descended from the treetop with a movement, her empty hand surrounded by flowing immortal light, and streams of cloud and mist gathered into the shape of an immortal spear.
“Attack me with all your strength,” Qing Su said, “I want to test your magical combat prowess.”
Li Ping’an threw the long spear in his hand into the air and quickly brought his hands together, one behind his back and the other in front of him; his mana surged like a mighty river, and spiritual light flickered on his forehead like a candle flame!
He rotated the sword fingers in front of his nose, and the long spear in the air whooshed, spinning as it followed the forward pointing of his fingers, shooting towards Qing Su like an arrow.
A booming sound echoed through the forest!
Qing Su subdued her immortal power, controlling the force as the cloud spear spun rapidly from her palm.
Li Ping’an’s hidden left hand trembled slightly, and the Immortal Treasure long spear split into five, the five shadow spears moving like a group of snakes.
Qing Su’s movements were dance-like as she twirled, with the shadow of the cloud spear encircling her.
In an offensive and defensive exchange, the master and disciple were already engaging in battle!
Several clanging sounds rang out and the incoming shadow spears were all repelled, causing Li Ping’an’s figure to reel backward.
Like the wind, Qing Su advanced towards Li Ping’an with the cloud spear in hand.
She did not utilize immortal techniques or immortal power, imitating the force used by Qi Cultivators and Nascent Immortals.
Li Ping’an took advantage of the momentum to backflip, his toes gently touching the ground, his tied hair floating slightly, as his hands quickly formed complicated seals.
Li Ping’an’s figure suddenly split into five, and simultaneously reaching forward, one immortal spear and four shadow spears shot towards Qing Su’s back.