Chapter 69: Chen Huai’an Is a Grand Elder?!

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Chapter 69: Chen Huai’an Is a Grand Elder?! Half a Day Earlier— “Disciple Qingran greets the Sect Master!” Li Qingran bowed gracefully to Su Qinian. She had successfully passed all the Sword Pavilion's assessments and officially joined. Only now did she realize that, in order to snatch Spirit Stones, the four elders of the Sword Pavilion had all been deployed. The one who had flown her here was Senior Sister Yue Qianchi, Su Qinian’s direct disciple, wielder of the Xuanwu Sword. The Sword Pavilion had few disciples, and its buildings were old and run-down. Everything reeked of poverty. Along the way, she saw no more than a hundred disciples, and many of them seemed… a bit eccentric. “Hahaha, no need to be so formal, Qingran! Now that you’re in our Sword Pavilion, you’re family!” Su Qinian stroked his beard and led Li Qingran to the sect’s main square, smiling as he spoke: “I tricked you into thinking this was Qingyun Sect earlier—had no choice. Too many people were watching, and we just pulled off a big heist. Couldn’t risk exposure.” Li Qingran wasn’t comfortable with the idea of robbing others. Though the Sword Pavilion hadn’t harmed anyone, it still wasn’t the right thing to do. But when she thought about how this might be her master’s sect, she let go of her reservations. She even started understanding Su Qinian’s actions. As a prestigious sect known for its sword cultivation, they wouldn’t resort to this if they had a choice. Clearly, they had been desperate. This was probably a one-time thing. Once the Sword Pavilion got through this crisis, it wouldn’t happen again. Until… A short, chubby elder named Yuan Sanshi spoke up: “Sect Master, this haul was amazing! We got over a hundred thousand low-grade Spirit Stones—should last us for a while. Who do we rob next?” Su Qinian didn’t even hesitate. “A month from now, Zhongzhou Secret Realm. We hit them again. Thoughts?” The elders beamed with joy and cupped their hands. “Sect Master is wise!” Li Qingran: “……” …She took back everything she just thought. Sect Introductions Since they had kidnapped Li Qingran, they now had to take responsibility. Su Qinian had the elders line up and introduced them: “Qingran, our Sword Pavilion has six peaks: Xuanwu Peak (My Peak) – Practices the Xuanwu Sword Intent, a heavy sword style that splits mountains and shatters boulders. Lingyun Peak (Elder Yuan’s) – Masters the First Momentum Sword, carrying the power to dominate vast lands. Cangjian Peak (Elder Li’s) – Masters the Hidden Sword Technique—a sword that remains sheathed until it must taste blood. Luoshuang Cliff (Elder Wang’s) – Masters the First Frost Sword, creating a bone-piercing chill that blankets the land in snow. Ruthless Peak (Elder Wu’s) – Masters the Ruthless Sword Intent, a blade that cuts not just flesh but also the soul. Wanjian Peak (No one’s) – Holds the legendary Stele of the Peerless Sword Intent, but since none of us cultivate it, it has no elder to guide you. Choose wisely.” ????????????ỖʙËṢ Seeing Li Qingran looking dazed, Su Qinian stroked his beard and suggested: “You have a Pure Water Spiritual Root and an Absolute-Grade Dantian. You’re a once-in-ten-thousand-years prodigy. I suggest you join Elder Wang’s Luoshuang Cliff. His Ice Soul Sword Technique is a perfect match for your Water Spiritual Root. You’ll progress at lightning speed.” “Also, never reveal your Absolute-Grade Dantian to anyone. Inside the Sword Pavilion, we can protect you. Outside… people’s hearts are sinister. It could bring disaster.” Li Qingran nodded. “Disciple will remember.” When she first underwent the aptitude test, she had feared that her Absolute-Grade Dantian would draw trouble. To her surprise— The Sect Master and elders were only briefly surprised. Later, she learned that over thirty disciples in the Sword Pavilion had graded Dantians. Senior Sister Yue Qianchi had a Second-Grade Dantian. Though an Absolute-Grade Dantian was incredibly rare, it wasn’t shocking here. Sword Pavilion seemed unassuming because it avoided competition. It looked impoverished—but it hid deep power. Like a sheathed blade. Perhaps the only thing that could stir these sword maniacs’ emotions… was being broke. Even though the Sect Master’s recommendation was excellent—Li Qingran didn’t forget her goal. She wanted to become a healer. To do that, she couldn’t focus solely on sword cultivation. She couldn’t follow an elder. Otherwise, if their views clashed, it would cause problems. So, she bowed and said: “Disciple wishes to enter the Sixth Peak.” Su Qinian chuckled helplessly. “You still wish to become a pill or healing cultivator?” Li Qingran lowered her head in silence. “…Very well, then. The Sixth Peak it is.” He didn’t force her, but he offered a parting remark: “From the looks of your internal energy, you likely already have a master. I won’t worry about you lacking a cultivation technique. The Sword Pavilion, despite its focus on swords, has deeper foundations than any sect in the Cangyun Realm. We may seem small and impoverished, but… Once you enter the Scripture Pavilion, you’ll see another world entirely.” Li Qingran didn’t think he was exaggerating. The confidence and arrogance in his voice were undeniable. Her regret at not entering Lingxi Valley diminished greatly. Besides… Maybe this place really was connected to her Master. Sёarᴄh the Nôvel(F)ire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but ask— “Sect Master, if I may ask… do you know any senior named Chen?” “A Chen? A sword cultivator?” Su Qinian raised an eyebrow. “Yes.” “Ah… Ahahaha…” Su Qinian glanced at her expectant eyes, his mind spinning. “Of course! Grand Elder Chen was once our Sword Pavilion’s Supreme Elder!” “However, he left long ago. Even I don’t know where he is. Probably off slaying demons for fun somewhere.” “I see!” Li Qingran’s heart filled with excitement. So this really was her Master’s former sect! No wonder their sword styles were so similar! “Train hard,” Su Qinian said. “When Grand Elder Chen returns, I’ll introduce you. He’s very strict with his disciples. Only the strong are worthy of meeting him.” “Yes! Disciple will remember!” Li Qingran bowed deeply, her face radiant with joy. “Alright, go pick a cave residence with your Senior Sister.” Su Qinian gestured to Yue Qianchi. She understood immediately and led Li Qingran away. After They Left… Elder Yuan: “Sect Master… Do we actually have a Grand Elder Chen?” Su Qinian: “Hell no.” Elder Yuan: “Then why did you…?” Su Qinian: “She’s an Absolute-Grade Dantian holder. If she trains seriously in swordsmanship, she has limitless potential. But she clearly had a master who focused on healing techniques. So I had to lie.” He gazed at the vast clouds beyond the mountain, eyes deep. “This is the Era of Great Struggle. Only a sword at your waist can protect you. Healing and alchemy? If war erupts, all it takes is one enemy to burn down your clinic and smash your pill furnace—and you’ll be helpless. I did this to protect her.” The elders exchanged glances—then bowed deeply. “Sect Master is wise!”

Chapter 69: Chen Huai’an Is a Grand Elder?!

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