He Ling True Master's intention couldn't be clearer.

Gu Yuan's talent is more than enough to become a True Disciple, but it's not something that can be achieved just by desire.

Merely having good aptitude and talent is not sufficient either.

To become a True Disciple, there are only two paths.

One is to gain the favor of the Supreme Elder, like Sun Zhong, who possesses the Five Thunders Body talent and has taken this path.

The other path is to advance to the Celestial Human Realm and compete with other Inner Sect Disciples. The ultimate victor can also become a True Disciple.

In terms of Gu Yuan's previous life's university admission method, these two paths resemble Sun Zhong's special recruitment, while most others undergo normal examinations.

As for Gu Yuan, the possibility of taking the "special recruitment" path is slim, but with his talent, by steadily cultivating (studying), he will eventually pass the "examination" to become a True Disciple.

"It's good that you understand."

He Ling True Master nodded in satisfaction.

He is increasingly impressed with Gu Yuan now, not only for his excellent talent but also for his courteous and clever character.

This kind of character is clearly more adept at avoiding detours compared to the simple and honest Niu Youde.

"Water Spirit Body, Sword Heart Talent..."

Xingyunzi walked over, pinched Gu Yuan's arm, and couldn't help but sigh:

"He Ling fellow, you're truly fortunate. This kid's talent is indeed outstanding, comparable to my newly accepted inferior disciple."

With his cultivation, he could naturally detect that Gu Yuan's foundation is pure and solid, with extremely good bones, like a crystalline Spirit Pearl, smooth and transparent.

Such a good candidate, if it weren't for knowing that He Ling True Master wouldn't let go, he would have wanted to take him under his own wing.

Gu Yuan felt a bit uneasy; although Xingyunzi was quite small, standing next to him, Gu Yuan felt as if he were beside an ancient colossal star beast.

"You're too kind, fellow. My disciple's Primordial Star Sword Body naturally complements your Star River Sword Sect's Daoist Divine Techniques—this kid cannot possibly compare..."

He Ling True Master subtly sensed Xingyunzi's intention, and with caution, unobtrusively drew Gu Yuan closer.

With such a precious gem, not even Xingyunzi, nor his other seniors, would be allowed to interfere!

Anyone wanting to target Gu Yuan must first see if he agrees!

Xingyunzi couldn't help but laugh softly, not finding He Ling True Master's reaction inappropriate.

If he hadn't previously met that disciple with Primordial Sword Bone, he might indeed have been tempted and found ways to take Gu Yuan.

Magical Artifacts are easy to acquire; good disciples are hard to find.

For an accomplished cultivator like him, besides personal cultivation, the most important thing is their lineage inheritance.

Many traditional and old-fashioned cultivators even place lineage inheritance above their own lives!

If they can receive a disciple with perfect talent to inherit their lineage, not only can they entrust their legacy, but also if the disciple succeeds in cultivation, they become a most reliable and closest ally, even possibly elevating the master.

A disciple, in many senses, is akin to a son!

Baochan True Master leaned closer, showing a friendly and slightly ingratiating smile:

"He Ling old brother, you know, my own aptitude isn't great, and for a hundred years I've stagnated in the Golden Core Realm without advancing. I've almost given up hope on the Yin Spirit Realm; my only regret is having no successor to pass on my mantle, so..."

"Old toad, don't even think about it!"

Before he could speak, He Ling True Master understood his meaning.

He Ling True Master's face turned cold, and an oppressive sharp aura emanated, causing the people around to change color, feeling as though their chests and throats were stabbed by a sharp sword.

The sect's current lineage is declining, with a lack of new talents, continually suppressed by the family faction to the point of breathlessness.

The older generation fares better, but the younger generation lacks anyone capable of leading. If the connection breaks, Medicine King Mountain will be held by those family faction fellows!

Now they've finally recruited a few promising candidates, especially Gu Yuan, whom he already regards as someone who could revive the sect's lineage in the future. That old Baochan True Master intends to seize him; how is that possible?!

"That He Ling True Master's Sword Dao cultivation is incredible... His swordsmanship likely has reached the Realm of Sword Heart Clarity, enough to be called a Sword Immortal..."

Experiencing the agile yet fierce Sword Intent He Ling True Master released, Gu Yuan's expression slightly changed.

Ignorance often leads to fearlessness.

Previously, Gu Yuan naturally couldn't detect anything, but now possessing the Sword Heart Talent, he sees more.

He Ling True Master didn't even release his Flying Sword, nor did he circulate mana or use Divine Techniques.

Just by releasing a strand of Sword Intent, he easily repelled hundreds of Martial Masters, Innate Martial Masters, including Celestial Human Realm cultivators like Xia Mingyang—what kind of swordsmanship is this?!

Even Xingyunzi raised his eyebrows in surprise.

The Star River Sword Sect has the Star Dao Technique and swordsmanship as two major inheritances, with many notable swordsmanship masters within.

Including Xingyunzi himself, who is also a master of swordsmanship.

Yet seeing He Ling True Master's swordsmanship now, he was amazed; within the vast mountain gate, in terms of swordsmanship attainment comparable to He Ling True Master's at this moment... it's unlikely to exceed the number of fingers on one hand.

"Hey... He Ling old brother, don't rush to refuse!"

Baochan True Master waved his hand without being surprised by He Ling True Master's reaction, and if he were He Ling True Master, he might have reacted similarly.

His smile was peculiar as he said: "If I'm not mistaken, your Lifebound Flying Sword is at the critical point of sacrificial refining now, isn't it?"

"Your Flying Sword was originally of excellent quality, with a solid foundation, having been sacrificially refined with various Spirit Iron and Exotic Gold for over a hundred years. It is about to achieve perfection in restriction, and once accomplished, it will gain a top-grade Magical Artifact-level Flying Sword, possibly even evolving into a Magical Treasure later. But this step, though difficult, is not easy either!"

Baochan True Master continued speaking, pointing at Gu Yuan: "However, if you let this child go with me, I'll gift you a five-hundred-pound piece of Six Yang Divine Gold, how about that?"

Gu Yuan opened his mouth, hesitated to speak, feeling somewhat puzzled, wanting to say, you guys are fighting over me, have you asked my opinion?

But he didn't dare. Offending a Golden Core Great Cultivator recklessly would be a foolish move.

"Six Yang Divine Gold?!"

Upon hearing this, Xingyunzi was moved and said:

"This Six Yang Divine Gold is among the highest-level spiritual materials for refining Flying Swords under the nine Great Divine Golds, like Western Divine Gold, Taiyi Primordial Gold, Nine Nether Demon Iron, Celestial River Star Sand, Taibai's Golden Essence, and Celestial Spirit Silver Sand. It's more than suitable for refining Magical Treasures. A magnanimous offer, Baochan fellow!"

Even he was quite tempted!

After all, he also practices Sword Dao and similarly requires tempering Flying Swords!

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