The morning fog had not yet lifted over Xuanling Sect, but the courtyard was alive with energy. Ling Wei continued his quiet cultivation, his calm aura a sharp contrast to the nervous Yien, who was still catching his breath from the first trial with the Fox Teacher.
Xuán Wèi's eyes flicked to the system panel, which pulsed softly.
[Potential Disciple Detected – Golden Talent]
Name: Unknown
Bloodline: Traces of ancient royal lineage, abandoned at birth
Body Constitution: Exceptional
Fate: Lucky in ways mortals cannot comprehend
Recommended: Recruit and protect
Xuán Wèi smirked. "Interesting… someone with royal blood, but fate has discarded them. Perfect."
The Arrival
A figure appeared at the foot of the sect's ruined gate—a young woman with striking eyes, carrying an aura of quiet defiance. Her posture was regal despite tattered clothing, and her gaze swept over the courtyard like she owned the place.
Xuán Wèi's lips curved. "This one has fire. Good. Ling Wei, Yien… watch carefully. This is how legends are recruited."
The Bullshitting Begins
The system remained invisible to all but Xuán Wèi. He stepped forward, voice calm yet commanding.
"You," he said, pointing at the young woman, "bear the blood of a royal line abandoned by fate. Yet here you are, by destiny's hand, summoned to rebuild a sect forgotten by Heaven itself. Step forward and pledge your loyalty to Xuanling Sect. Become one of the pillars that Heaven itself will fear."
The young woman narrowed her eyes, skepticism clear. "And if I refuse?"
Xuán Wèi smiled faintly. "Then your bloodline, your talents, your potential—all wasted. Here, you will be taught, rewarded, and rise to heights even your ancestors could not imagine. Outside… you die like any mortal who ignores destiny."
System Notification:
▸ Persuasion Success: 95%
▸ Golden Talent Candidate Confirmed
▸ Immortal Teacher Lottery Pending
The young woman hesitated, caught between pride and survival. Finally, she bowed sharply. "I… I pledge myself to Xuanling Sect."
Lottery Triggered
Xuán Wèi's eyes glimmered. Perfect. A second golden talent ready for refinement.
[Immortal Teacher Lottery Triggered – Candidate #3]
Probability: 3–5% per Golden Talent disciple
Result Pending
Far in the otherworldly plane, two Immortals stirred:
Cosmic Tortoise, slowly opening ancient eyes, assessing potential for endurance and resilience.
Sword Sovereign, hand on invisible sword, sharp gaze scanning for combat affinity.
System Advisory:
▸ Candidate traits matched for teacher assignment
▸ Teacher must follow Sect Master's commands once bound
Xuán Wèi's lips curved. "This one… will either become a pillar of my sect or provide the perfect lesson in pride. Either way, the sect grows stronger."