After Mei Lanyue's visit, the influence of the Cloud Mist Internet Café exploded throughout the entire Lingyuan Sect. What had originally started as a curious rumor among outer disciples had now turned into one of the most talked-about places in the sect. Within a single day, nearly every disciple had heard about the mysterious training hall that allowed cultivators to fight endless battles inside illusion worlds.
But the biggest reason for the sudden surge in popularity was simple.
Four Peak Masters had already visited Cloud Mist Peak.
First Gu Shenzhi, the quiet and mysterious master of Array Formation Peak.
Then Lei Ba, the fiery warrior from Thunder Flame Peak.
After that came Jian Tianlong, the proud and powerful master of Heaven Sword Peak.
And finally, Mei Lanyue, the respected alchemist of Spirit Medicine Peak.
With so many important figures acknowledging the usefulness of the computer shop, no one in the sect could continue doubting its value.
The next morning, the scene at Cloud Mist Peak was completely different from what it had been just a few days earlier.
The long stone path leading up the mountain was filled with disciples climbing toward the peak. Some carried swords, some carried spears, and others wore robes representing different peaks of the sect. Groups of disciples talked excitedly while pointing toward the strange building that had suddenly become famous across the entire Lingyuan Sect.
"Look, that's the place!"
"I heard even the peak masters tried it!"
"They say you can fight monsters stronger than demonic beasts!"
The once empty mountain path now felt almost like the entrance to a busy market.
Some disciples had even arrived before sunrise, hoping to secure an early spot in the reservation list.
Inside the Cloud Mist Internet Café, the situation had become even more chaotic.
Every computer was already occupied, and the reservation board near the entrance was filled with dozens of names waiting for their turn. Several disciples sat quietly in front of the glowing screens, their bodies still while their consciousness fought inside the virtual realms.
Other disciples gathered around the screens, watching the battles unfold with fascination.
One group cheered loudly as a player defeated a giant creature in the Zombie Catastrophe Realm.
Another group watched a massive battle inside the Battlefield Realm, where hundreds of soldiers clashed across a burning battlefield.
Lin Tian stood behind the counter while observing the scene with calm interest.
The system interface floating in front of him displayed the newest statistics.
Active Players: 20
Total Visitors Yesterday: 318
Spirit Stones Earned: 1,590
Lin Tian rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
"That's already more than fifteen hundred spirit stones."
The computer shop had only been open for a few days, yet the income was already growing rapidly.
More importantly, the reputation of Cloud Mist Peak was changing.
For years, the peak had been considered the weakest among the five peaks of the Lingyuan Sect. Many disciples even believed the peak would eventually disappear entirely due to lack of disciples and resources.
But now…
Cloud Mist Peak had become the most crowded place in the entire sect.
Just then, the door of the shop opened again.
Three new disciples stepped inside.
However, unlike the outer and inner disciples who had been visiting the shop recently, these three wore robes decorated with golden patterns.
Several disciples inside the shop immediately recognized them.
"Core disciples!"
The atmosphere instantly changed.
Core disciples were the most talented cultivators within the sect, personally guided by the elders and peak masters. They rarely appeared in places like this unless something truly important had caught their attention.
The leader of the group was a tall young man with calm eyes and a confident expression.
His gaze slowly scanned the shop.
"So this is the famous training hall."
Another disciple beside him nodded.
"I didn't believe the rumors at first."
"But even the peak masters have acknowledged it."
Lin Tian glanced at them briefly.
Core disciples visiting the shop meant the influence of the computer café had already reached the highest ranks of the sect's younger generation.
The tall core disciple stepped forward.
"You must be Peak Master Lin."
Lin Tian nodded.
"That's correct."
The disciple smiled slightly.
"I am Chen Yu, a core disciple from Heaven Sword Peak."
Lin Tian gestured toward the empty machines.
"You're welcome to try the training realms."
Chen Yu walked toward one of the computers without hesitation.
His companions followed him.
Soon, the three core disciples were sitting in front of the glowing screens.
The system activated.
Moments later, their consciousness entered the virtual realms.
Inside the shop, many disciples gathered around the screens to watch.
If even core disciples began training here regularly, the influence of Cloud Mist Peak would grow even stronger.
Several minutes passed as the battles unfolded.
The core disciples fought fiercely against powerful enemies.
Although their skills were impressive, the virtual worlds continued generating stronger monsters and larger battlefields.
When their session finally ended, the three disciples opened their eyes with serious expressions.
Chen Yu stood up slowly.
He performed a few quick sword movements.
His expression changed slightly.
"My sword control…"
"…improved."
The other two disciples tested their techniques as well.
They exchanged shocked looks.
"This place is incredible."
Chen Yu turned toward Lin Tian.
"I will definitely return."
Then he placed a pouch of spirit stones on the counter.
His companions did the same.
As the three core disciples left the shop, many of the watching disciples began whispering excitedly.
Lin Tian leaned casually against the counter while watching the growing crowd inside the shop.
But inside his mind, the system suddenly displayed another notification.
DING.
Shop Popularity Level Increased.
Lin Tian narrowed his eyes slightly.
Something new had just been triggered.
And judging by the rapidly growing crowd outside…
The situation at Cloud Mist Peak was about to become even bigger.