"During this period, you all will start by learning the basic theoretical knowledge with me. When the new students have almost grasped it, I will then impart the Outer Sect Basic Mental Method to everyone."
Elder Xiao said indifferently.
"What, you’re only teaching us the basic mental method of the Outer Sect? That’s too stingy. We’ve come to the Jade Cauldron Sect after so much hardship, thinking we could make a name for ourselves and carry on the family legacy upon returning. Instead, we can only learn the basic mental methods."
"That’s right, if it’s just to learn this basic mental method, there was no need for us to come to the Jade Cauldron Sect at all. It seems like the Jade Cauldron Sect doesn’t really want to teach us earnestly."
In the school hall, upon hearing that Elder Xiao would only teach them the basic mental method, the new students immediately exploded into a buzz of discussion.
As for the senior students, they watched the new ones with disdainful looks.
"Silence. The Jade Cauldron Sect teaches you the basic mental method based on your aptitude as newcomers, and you mustn’t criticize this without grounds."
"You haven’t learned to walk yet, but you want to run. If you wish to learn more advanced mental methods, then show us your talents. Profound cultivation techniques are never meant for the mediocre. Besides, our entry-level basic mental method is a Top-Quality Spiritual Grade Cultivation Technique. Even in your own families, it’s doubtful you could produce such a method. Whether you can refine it to its peak in the next three to five years is an unknown, yet you still dare to aim too high."
Elder Xiao harrumphed coldly. Even though he was usually good-tempered, he was somewhat annoyed at this moment and looked down at the new students in the school with dissatisfaction.
Among these students, there were always some who were overly ambitious and self-important every year, and in the end, very few achieved much success.
"The entry-level basic mental method is actually a Top-Quality Spiritual Grade Cultivation Technique. The Jade Cauldron Sect truly lives up to its reputation. Coming here was indeed not in vain. To be able to join the Jade Cauldron Sect is truly a great fortune."
"Yes, indeed. If a Top-Quality Spiritual Grade Cultivation Technique is just the entry-level, then what kind of powerful techniques will we get after becoming Inner Sect disciples, or even True Disciples? Could it be Profound Level, or even Earth Grade, and perhaps even Heavenly Grade?"
Upon hearing that the entry-level basic mental method was a Top-Quality Spiritual Grade, everyone was extremely excited, their conversation growing more and more enthusiastic, completely changing from their previously frustrated demeanor.
Lin Chen was also surprised by this revelation. In Desolate Sky City, the highest cultivation technique of the Five Great Families was only a Mid-Grade Spirit Level, and not even direct descendants could cultivate it. Yet, at the Jade Cauldron Sect, it was an entry-level basic mental method for every Outer Sect disciple to cultivate.
However, Lin Chen was not particularly interested in this cultivation technique. After all, he possessed the most powerful Primordial Transformation Art.
No matter the technique, all would pale in comparison to the Primordial Transformation Art.
Lin Chen had already come to deeply understand the power of the Primordial Transformation Art.
Just the Body Refining stage of tempering from the Primordial Transformation Art had allowed Lin Chen to forge a Divine Physique, which was a testament to the greatest cultivation technique in the Mysterious Heaven World.
"Alright, the entry-level basic mental method will be imparted to you in time. Before that, besides mastering the basic knowledge, there’s another thing you need to understand."
"And that is, Outer Sect disciples are not the pillars of the Jade Cauldron Sect. As Outer Sect disciples, you must hold a firm belief—that is to become Inner Sect disciples. Only by becoming Inner Sect disciples can you enjoy more cultivation resources and stand out in the Jade Cauldron Sect."
Elder Xiao looked at those present, his expression growing stern and serious. The crowd in the school also immediately sensed this atmosphere and sat up straight, listening intently to Elder Xiao’s explanation.
This was related to their ability to advance to the Inner Sect. Although they knew that being an Inner Sect disciple wasn’t as glorious as it seemed on the surface, and some even struggled to make ends meet, their desire to advance to the Inner Sect remained unabated.
"To advance from an Outer Sect disciple to an Inner Sect disciple, the first requirement is that your cultivation must reach the Fifth Level of the Spirit-gathering Realm."
"The second requirement is that your study points in the Outer Sect must reach sixty points."
"If you meet these two conditions, you can apply to join the Inner Sect," Elder Xiao said with a smile to the students below.
"Study points, what is that? How can we earn them?" the crowd in the school asked eagerly.
The other new students also looked towards Elder Xiao, full of expectation.
"Earning points is actually quite simple, just achieve excellent results in the basic entry-level knowledge learning, and you can earn points. Apart from that, points can also be earned by completing tasks issued by the Sect."
"Whether it’s basic knowledge or the Sect’s tasks, both are related to the knowledge you will learn next and to the martial arts you need to master to advance to the Inner Sect."
"The Jade Cauldron Sect’s teachings cover a wide range, whether you wish to learn Spiritual Formations, Alchemy, Artifact Refining, or astronomical knowledge, it’s all available here."
"And as newcomers, you must study various courses. We don’t expect everyone to be excellent, but you must achieve an average level. If you fail to meet the standard in the newcomers’ examination after half a year, those who don’t pass will be sent down the mountain."
Elder Xiao looked at the crowd and slowly responded.
Upon hearing Elder Xiao’s words, their faces immediately looked uncomfortable.
They had thought that by joining a Sect like the Jade Cauldron, they wouldn’t have to study those dry and tedious literary knowledge. To their surprise, not only did they need to study, but they also had to reach an average standard.
You should know that among these new students, some were from prestigious families. These clan descendants, when living in their families, at times didn’t even touch a book.
If they were sent down the mountain, their fathers would probably skin them alive.
Baili Chuifeng looked grim. Although his talent was not weak and he had directly become an Inner Sect Disciple, according to Elder Xiao, even Inner Sect disciples had to meet the standards or they would be demoted to Outer Sect Disciples and eventually be sent away.
"Elder Xiao, I have a question. We joined the Jade Cauldron Sect to learn martial arts, to improve our cultivation and become stronger. Why must we learn these literary subjects?"
Boasting of his identity as a disciple from the Baili Clan and as an Inner Sect Disciple, Baili Chuifeng posed his question to Elder Xiao.
Elder Xiao glanced at him, shook his head slightly, and thought to himself, another one in a rush to succeed, but still patiently began to explain.
"Let me ask you this, if we don’t escort you and you have to leave the mountain now, would you be able to find your way home?"