Chapter 279: Saint Son Peak

Three days passed quickly, under the eager anticipation of many disciples.

On the vast square, thousands of disciples gathered, forming a dense crowd. A clamor of voices filled the air, and the faces of all the disciples were etched with a mix of tension and excitement. Today was the day they would step into the Inner Sect.

Zhou Yuan and Yao Yao stood among the crowd. Beside them, Qiao Xiu, Zhao Kun, Song Wanxi, Shen Wanjin, and many other disciples gathered. When the gazes of other disciples fell upon them, they were filled with deep reverence. The sect selection ceremony three days prior had made them understand who among this generation of Outer Sect disciples truly possessed the most hidden depths.

Zhou Yuan noticed those gazes and couldn't help but sigh faintly. Three months ago, they had been in this very same spot, yet no one had paid them any heed. In fact, his status as a first-grade disciple had even attracted much ridicule. Back then, perhaps no one had imagined that the young man they ridiculed would, three months later at the sect selection ceremony, shine so brightly that people wouldn't dare look directly at him.

"Brother Xiao Yuan," Zhao Kun declared boldly, thumping his chest, "if you ever need anything in the Inner Sect, just call, and we will surely come to your aid!" The others nodded sincerely, their eyes filled with gratitude as they looked at Zhou Yuan. He had undoubtedly played an invaluable role in their ability to enter the top ten this time.

Zhou Yuan simply smiled in response.

"But Brother Xiao Yuan," Qiao Xiu said with a hint of regret, "why did you choose Saint Genesis Peak? Many disciples now avoid that place if they can."

Zhou Yuan smiled, offering no explanation. He knew that in the eyes of many, his choice was simply incomprehensible. He couldn't very well tell them he was heading to Saint Genesis Peak for a Saint Rune, could he?

As they were speaking, seven streaks of light suddenly shot across the sky, transforming into seven clouds of Genesis Qi that descended above the square. As the Genesis Qi clouds settled, the many disciples finally saw seven figures standing upon them. A powerful Genesis Qi pressure emanated from their bodies, instantly causing the bustling square to fall silent.

The seven figures surveyed the surroundings, and a deep voice resonated, "We are the welcoming envoys from the Seven Peaks. If you are ready, follow us into the Inner Sect."

On the square, the disciples grew excited once more, their clamoring voices impossible to suppress. Seeing this, the seven welcoming envoys simply smiled and didn't try to suppress the excitement. After all, they too had gone through the same experience in their youth and understood just how thrilled these young men and women were.

The seven figures waved their sleeves, and immediately, surging Genesis Qi whistled forth. On the square, Genesis Qi rose, directly forming clouds that lifted all the disciples and soared into the sky. The rolling clouds swept across the sky, and the disciples excitedly watched the rapidly passing mountains below.

This flight lasted for a full fifteen minutes before the disciples finally noticed that their speed was beginning to decrease.

"Are we there yet?" the disciples asked eagerly, quickly looking ahead. But they were soon taken aback, for ahead of them was still an endless mountain range, with no sign of the Inner Sect.

Yao Yao held Tun Tun, her ethereal, clear eyes narrowing slightly. She surveyed the void ahead and murmured to herself, "What a powerful Genesis Rune barrier, to be able to create space..."

Just as she spoke, Zhou Yuan saw a stream of Genesis Qi rise from the sleeves of the seven welcoming envoys. The seven streams intertwined, forming a light seal that slowly touched the void ahead. Then, to the shock of the disciples, the void ahead rippled and slowly tore open.

At that instant, vast amounts of Heaven and Earth Genesis Qi seemed to burst forth, and the world before their eyes instantly transformed...

In the previously empty space, countless spiritual birds flew, their clear calls echoing throughout the heavens and earth. Majestic mountain peaks rose from the ground, soaring straight into the clouds. On the colossal peaks, waterfalls cascaded down like rivers of silver, their rumbling sound spreading far and wide. Even in the sky, massive Genesis Qi clouds floated, bearing countless palaces upon them. Countless streaking figures, stepping on Genesis Qi clouds, whistled across the sky.

It was a magnificent and spectacular scene, like an immortal realm. All the disciples stared wide-eyed at the ethereal, fairyland-like scene before them.

The seven welcoming envoys smiled as they watched the awestruck disciples. With a wave of their sleeves, the Genesis Qi clouds carried them through the torn void and into this new realm. Upon entering, everyone felt an abundant surge of Heaven and Earth Genesis Qi, which calmed their hearts and tranquilized their spirits. The Genesis Qi within their bodies also became significantly more active. Clearly, the density of Heaven and Earth Genesis Qi here was far greater than in the Outer Sect.

"Huh, what's that?"

Suddenly, a commotion broke out among the disciples. Zhou Yuan followed their gazes and looked up into the distance. There, in the sky, amidst a thick layer of Genesis Qi clouds, a mountain peak stood. The mountain peak had a wall as smooth as a mirror, shimmering with a dazzling luster. At its very top, three large golden characters, seemingly exuding a majestic aura, captured everyone's attention.

"Saint Child Peak!"

"This is Saint Child Peak?!" a disciple exclaimed, their eyes gleaming with fervor.

"What is Saint Child Peak?" more people asked, confused.

"In our Cangxuan Sect, each generation of disciples competes to select ten of the strongest individuals. These ten are known as the Ten Great Saint Children of Cangxuan Sect, standing at the very pinnacle of all disciples."

"To inspire other disciples, the Cangxuan Sect established Saint Child Peak, where the names of the Ten Great Saint Children are inscribed, to be revered and honored by all disciples."

"It can be said that becoming one of the Ten Great Saint Children and having one's name inscribed on Saint Child Peak is the lifelong dream and pursuit of every Cangxuan Sect disciple."

Hearing this, many disciples gasped in amazement. Then, their gazes, filled with awe and reverence, turned towards the so-called Saint Child Peak.

Zhou Yuan also looked at the smooth mountain wall with a surprised expression. His gaze moved from bottom to top.

"Zhao Zhu, Ten Great Saint Child, ranked tenth, from Sword Cometh Peak."

"Ye Ge, ranked ninth, from Spirit Rune Peak."

Zhou Yuan's gaze skipped from one name to the next. He could feel that each name seemed to carry a significant weight, making them not to be underestimated.

"Shang Chunqiu, ranked fourth, from Hongya Peak."

"Li Qingchan, ranked third, from Snow Lotus Peak."

"Kong Sheng, ranked second, from Sword Cometh Peak."

"Chu Qing, ranked first, from Cangxuan Peak."

All the disciples fell silent, their eyes somewhat fervent and reverent as they gazed at the ten names inscribed on the mountain wall. Zhou Yuan's eyes flickered. He knew that these ten individuals were likely the most outstanding among the current generation of Cangxuan Sect disciples.

However, he noticed that not a single one of these Ten Great Saint Children was from Saint Genesis Peak... He scratched his head, unable to suppress a wry smile. It seemed Saint Genesis Peak was indeed in a rather sorry state.