Fang Qing's ethereal voice was like a lark in the forest. It reverberated in the vast square, stirring up a gentle breeze. Sword light shot everywhere.
The spirit of a World Realm expert was sufficient to shock everyone in the surroundings. The one million plus disciples of the Sword Sect suddenly held their breaths while a pious expression arose in their eyes.
"Is it starting?" The disciples were excited.
"Yes. I heard that the Sword Faction hasn't had a closed-door disciple for three thousand years. Liu Yun was our biggest hope, but unfortunately, he died in the hands of the Chaotic Territory. The closed-door disciple issue was put on hold again. This time, it's finally going to surface again."
"Don't speak. The Sect Leader is going to speak."
Everyone focused their attention again. Fang Qing raised her head from the high platform, a faint smile still hanging on her lips. "I believe all the disciples know that in the God Realm Ceremony that shocked the eight regions not long ago, a disciple of my sect displayed extraordinary power and won the position of the eight regions' champion for our sect in one fell swoop. It has been three hundred years since we last had a chance."
The matter of the Divine Realm Ceremony had spread like wildfire throughout the eight regions. The disciples of the Sword Sect were naturally not unfamiliar with it. However, curiosity rose in their eyes. They were extremely curious towards the champion of the Divine Realm that they had never met before.
"Because of this, I have decided to reward him. I will make him the new closed-door disciple of our sect. He will continue to create new glory for our sect." Fang Qing's words were simple. She took a step back. "Next, let him come up to speak."
"Qin Shi." She turned around and winked at Qin Shi.
Qin Shi understood. There were some things he had to do. No matter how exaggerated Fang Qing's words were, whether or not he could successfully control the situation depended on his own ability.
He took a deep breath and walked up with a smile.
However, as soon as he walked up, the square burst into a frenzy. Many disciples frowned when they saw his thin figure.
"Huh?
The Ninth Sky Realm? "
"Are you kidding?
How could he be the champion of the God Territory Ceremony with only the Ninth Sky Realm? "
"Who knows? Could it be that he picked up the scraps and hid in some corner all along, waiting to be the fisherman that reaped the benefits to win the championship?"
"That shouldn't be the case. Didn't they say that he killed thousands of Chaos Territory disciples in the God Realm Sacrificial Ceremony?
With his strength, how could he do it? Is there a problem with the information? "In an instant, the square was in chaos.
However, as he listened to the clamorous discussions and sighs, Qin Shi seemed as if he'd expected it since the beginning. He smiled indifferently before he looked around and said, "Senior Brothers, I've only entered the sect for a short period of time, and it's truly because the Sect Master thinks highly of me that I was able to obtain the position of a closed door disciple. However, since I'm indebted to the Sect Master's trust, I'll naturally do my job well and not bring shame to my Sword Sect."
After saying that, he politely cupped his fists towards the square. "Then, I'll have to trouble everyone to help me in the future."
Qin Shi's words could be said to be watertight. Although he seemed to be humble on the surface, his words had already boasted that he was a disciple in seclusion. This caused countless disciples below to glare at him with anger flashing across their faces.
"This brat is really shameless. Who admitted that he is a secluded disciple?"
"What's the point of making a fuss?
Can't you see that the Sect Master is holding down the fort?
If you're not convinced, then stand out. Why are you acting so arrogantly here? "
"I …!"
The disciple opened his mouth but was speechless. No matter how unwilling he was, it was Fang Qing who personally admitted it. What could a mere disciple like him change?
"You don't want to speak up anymore?" The disciple glared at him.
On the high platform, Fang Qing and Taoist Feng Sha looked at each other and could not help but reveal gratified expressions. They were very satisfied with Qin Shi's performance.
This strange atmosphere lasted for about half a second before Fang Qing smiled. "Since no one has any objections, then let's begin the crowning ceremony."
"No objections?
Haha, Fang Qing, have you forgotten about us three old men? "However, suddenly, three gusts of wind and a voice rolled down from the sky.
Three old men in golden sword robes appeared from a sword-shaped spatial tunnel like immortals. They floated proudly in the air with their palms behind their backs.
Staring at the three old men, all the disciples cried out in surprise.
"It's the three great elders!"
"I didn't expect them to show up."
"Humph, with the three great elders around, I'm afraid it won't be easy for this kid to become a disciple in seclusion."
The arrogant disciple from before suddenly regained his confidence and said coldly. In an instant, many people rolled their eyes at him.
Fang Qing frowned. "These three old farts really showed up?"
The three old men looked very dignified in the sky and there was a faint sword-shaped halo flashing around them. It was very mysterious. Qin Shi frowned. "These are the three great elders of the Sword Sect?"
"Yes, don't underestimate them. Their status in the Sword Sect isn't any lower than the Sect Master. Most importantly, their strengths have all reached the Perfected Domain Realm. Especially the Grand Elder, Zhang Hun. He has been in closed-door cultivation in the Sword Pavilion all these years, and it's said that he has already touched the shackles of the World Realm."
"Some people say that the reason why the three old fellows have been enduring is because they are waiting for Zhang Hun to reach the Realm. At that time, the three of them will no longer have to fear the Sect Master. If it wasn't for you this time, I'm afraid you might not have shown up," Yu Yue explained.
"Half-step to the Realm?"
Qin Shi's eyes widened. This was something he had not expected. He was still very afraid of the Realm.
He was confident that he could fight against a Domain Realm expert. As long as the opponent was not at the advanced Domain Realm, he was even confident that he could kill him. Even if he could not win against an advanced Domain Realm expert, he had an 80% chance of escaping. However, the Realm was the only thing that made him feel helpless.
That level was really not to be underestimated.
"But you don't have to worry. Since the Sect Master dared to publicly make you a disciple in seclusion today, she must be prepared. You just have to do as the Sect Master says." Yu Yue could see the pressure on Qin Shi and comforted him.
Qin Shi nodded with rapt attention. He had already expected that the three grand elders would appear to stop him. It was just that it was more troublesome than he had imagined.
After a moment of stalemate, Fang Qing immediately adjusted her emotions. She pretended to smile and said indifferently, "Elders, what are you talking about? I only heard that the three of you have been in seclusion recently. I did not disturb the three of you for such a small matter in the sect."
"We are indeed in seclusion, but the appointment of a disciple in seclusion is not a small matter. This matter concerns the development and survival of our Sword Sect in a hundred years. Even if we can't leave, we must personally attend." Zhang Hun sneered.
The corners of Fang Qing's mouth twitched. The words' survival 'were very sarcastic. It was obvious that the three of them were deliberately mocking her. However, she smiled slightly and did not pursue the matter. She only said, "That's great. Since the three of you are here, it is naturally for the best. You can be a witness for our sect."
"You don't have to say that. We will definitely do it ourselves."
The two elders next to Zhang Hun snorted. Then, one of them stepped forward. His gaze was as sharp as a knife, piercing fiercely at Qin Shi. Qin Shi shivered involuntarily. He felt as if he had been seen through in an instant. His black eyes narrowed slightly.
"This old fellow is not simple."
Qin Shi became vigilant. He vaguely felt that this old man was a bit more powerful than Shi Feng from the Chaotic Realm.
"This is the Second Elder, Fan Yan. The one next to him is the Third Elder, Shen Tianyang. They are also at the Perfected Domain Realm. Elder Xiang is being manipulated by Zhang Hun behind the scenes, while the other two are playing dirty in front. They are truly three old foxes!"
It was obvious that Yu Yue did not have a good impression of the three. To be precise, he could sense a rare hatred in his eyes when he looked at the three. This was something that Qin Shi had never expected. However, it disappeared in a flash. Qin Shi frowned but did not ask further.
However, Qin Shi's evaluation of the three had changed. The three of them were no less powerful than Shi Feng. They were not to be trifled with.
"It seems that even though the Sword Sect has been quiet in the Eight Regions for the past 300 years, its foundation is indeed very strong."
Qin Shi couldn't help but exclaim in admiration. If Daoist Feng Sha was included, these four were enough to make the entire Chaotic Realm tremble a bit.
"Of course. Do you think the Sword Sect is a pushover?
Since you have stayed in the Chaotic Realm, I will tell you the truth. In terms of strength, the Sword Sect is among the top three in the Eight Regions. The Chaotic Realm has become famous in recent years because of Yao Ming. I don't know what method he used to make the cultivation of the Chaotic Realm's disciples increase rapidly. "
Qin Shi sneered. I don't know what method he used?
He must have colluded with the Puppet Group and relied on their despicable methods.
Of course, he would not say this out loud. After all, the Puppet Group was a sensitive term in the Human World. However, he knew that he would not let the Chaotic Realm continue to be arrogant.
Sooner or later, he would make Yao Ming pay.
"Little fellow, are you Qin Shi?"
Fan Yan opened his mouth. His voice was ancient and grand, reverberating like a morning bell in an ancient tomb. Qin Shi immediately felt a sharp pain in his ears. This old fellow was pressuring him.
However, Fang Qing immediately stepped forward in a very reserved manner. She used her hand to support Qin Shi without batting an eyelid. Only then did she relieve the intense pressure. Immediately, the corner of his mouth lifted into a strange smile. He did not have a good impression of these three old fellows to begin with. His words did not show any mercy, "It is this disciple. Since the three of you have come uninvited, why don't you find a place to sit first? After this disciple's Title Conferral Ceremony is over, this disciple will go and toast the three 'old' seniors.
Boom!
The scene immediately became chaotic. Every disciple widened their eyes in shock.
Heavens, is this kid crazy?
He said the word 'old' very clearly. Moreover, he had come uninvited. Was he clearly mocking the three grand elders?
Even Fang Qing could not help but be stunned. Soon after, she lost her composure and burst into laughter. She gently covered her red lips with her hand. "You little brat."
Boom!
Zhang Hun and the other two were instantly angered by Qin Shi. Shen Tianyang was the first to raise his hand and clench at Qin Shi. The surging river fiercely descended, causing Qin Shi to tremble in that instant.