The morning sun rose slowly over the endless mountains, piercing through the mist that floated between towering peaks. The air smelled of fresh rain from last night, and the forest below seemed alive with spiritual energy.
Along a long stone path leading to the mountains, hundreds of young candidates gathered. Some were noble youths from famous clans, adorned in rich silk. Others were simple villagers like Su Lin, carrying nothing but determination. Every single one of them dreamed of entering the Azure Cloud Sect, one of the strongest cultivation sects in the region.
At the head of the sect's colossal jade gate, three ancient characters gleamed in gold:
"Azure Cloud Sect"
The courtyard inside was massive. Hundreds of disciples and sect elders had already gathered to witness the annual entrance trial. Their auras pressed down on the candidates like an invisible weight.
Su Lin stepped forward calmly, adjusting the simple clothes on his shoulders. His long black hair swayed with the wind, but his golden eyes shone with quiet confidence. To the onlookers, he seemed like any other poor villager, but inside his mind, the Absolute Enlightenment System hummed quietly, observing the scene.
{System Notification:
•Mission: Join the Azure Cloud Sect
•Reward: Beginner Cultivation Package, 200 System Points, Random Physique Awakening}.
Su Lin nodded slightly. "This test… I'll pass it with ease."
At that moment, the elders moved forward. Leading them was an old man with white hair and a flowing beard — Elder Chen, a Foundation Establishment cultivator whose aura alone could crush ordinary men.
"Welcome, candidates," Elder Chen said. His voice was calm but carried authority that silenced the crowd. "Today is the Azure Cloud Sect entrance examination. Three tests will determine your fate. Only those with sufficient talent shall enter the sect."
The crowd whispered nervously.
"First test: Spirit Root Examination," Elder Chen continued. "Place your hand on the Spirit Measuring Crystal. It will detect your innate spiritual potential. Without a spirit root, cultivation is impossible."
One by one, candidates stepped forward. Some failed instantly. Some glowed faintly with light, showing modest talent.
Finally, it was Su Lin's turn. He stepped forward, placing his hand on the crystal.
For a brief moment, nothing happened. Then —
A golden light erupted violently from the crystal. The courtyard filled with brilliance. Even the elders' eyes widened. The crystal cracked, then shattered, scattering fragments across the stone floor.
Everyone froze.
Elder Chen's expression was unreadable. "Impossible… the crystal shouldn't react like this."
Another elder whispered, "This… this energy… it's… a Dao-type physique."
The crowd gasped. Whispers spread like wildfire.
"Dao-type physique?"
"That's… legendary!"
Elder Chen turned his piercing gaze to Su Lin. "Child… do you understand the power you just displayed?"
Su Lin tilted his head, slightly surprised but calm. Inside his mind, the system spoke.
{System Notification:
•Special Physique Detected: Primordial Dao Physique Activated}.
Knowledge poured into Su Lin's mind. He saw the history of this physique, its origin, and its hidden potential.
[ • Primordial Dao Physique •
• One of the rarest physiques in existence, formed in the earliest era of the universe.
• Born from the first laws of heaven and earth.
• Grants extreme cultivation speed, perfect compatibility with all elements, and unparalleled comprehension of cultivation techniques.
• Body continuously absorbs spiritual energy, resisting almost any pressure from enemies].
Elder Chen continued to explain, now addressing the entire crowd. "The Primordial Dao Physique is an ancient body, formed when the universe was young. Few have ever awakened one. It allows comprehension far beyond ordinary disciples."
The system quietly revealed another secret to Su Lin, a truth the crowd could not know.
[System Hidden Info:
• Primordial Dao Physique is the first awakening. Its full evolution path:
1. Primordial Dao Physique → mortal awakening
2. Heavenly Dao Physique → Immortal Realm evolution
3. Supreme Dao Physique → Celestial Realm evolution
4. Absolute Dao Physique → Absolute Supreme Realm
Ultimate Title: Absolute Supreme Dao Emperor
• Stand above the laws of the universe
• Master of Dao and creation itself
• Infinite cultivation potential].
Su Lin clenched his fist slowly. The weight of his future power pressed in his mind. Even the Primordial Dao Physique was already extraordinary, yet the system promised far more.
"This is only the beginning…" he whispered to himself.
The test continued. Elder Chen raised his hand. "Candidate Su Lin, you have passed the first trial."
The crowd erupted in whispers and astonishment. "That villager broke the crystal!"
"Such talent… he will become a core disciple for sure!"
Su Lin remained calm. His mind, however, already planned the next steps. The Azure Cloud Sect would be his first platform, and this Physique — Primordial Dao Physique — was only the start.
Elder Chen raised his voice. "Second test: Physical Strength Trial."
A massive stone pillar appeared. The candidates were required to strike it with all their power.
Su Lin smiled faintly. This was easy. The Primordial Dao Physique amplified his strength far beyond what any normal cultivator could achieve.
[System Recommendation: Heavenly Foundation Fist]
Spiritual energy flowed through Su Lin's body. He struck the pillar. The pillar cracked instantly, leaving a glowing mark. Elder Chen nodded slowly, impressed.
"Second trial passed."
Finally came the Battle Trial. Ten outer disciples stepped forward, all at Qi Gathering Level 2.
Su Lin analyzed them with the system. One weakness: slow reaction speed.
He moved. Faster than the eye could follow. One step, one strike — and the opponent flew across the courtyard.
The crowd was stunned into silence. Elder Chen spoke, now with a smile: "Outstanding. Su Lin, from today, you are an Outer Disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect."
As Su Lin walked away, a silver-haired girl watched quietly from the edge of the crowd. Her cold eyes, usually distant, were now filled with curiosity.
Her name: Lin Yue.
She would soon become the first woman in Su Lin's mortal harem, utterly loyal and devoted, drawn to the power and aura of the one destined to become the Absolute Supreme Dao Emperor.
The journey had only just begun.