Unrivaled Martial Emperor

Chapter 399 - Summoned by Sect Leader

Noticing the change in Chen Fan’s expression, Wei Buyu sensed something was off. He had a hunch about what had happened but still asked, “What’s wrong?”

Chen Fan laughed bitterly and said, “The sect leader just sent me a voice transmission, summoning me.”

“So soon?!” Wei Buyu exclaimed, despite having guessed that already. He hadn’t expected the summon to come so soon.

“An immediate summon?”

“Mmm.” Chen Fan nodded, “Master, you just said that the sect leader would summon me since I am now a Core Formation realm expert. Do you know what it is about?”

Wei Buyu answered, “It's a tradition in our sect. You are eligible to become a holy disciple now, but to truly become one, you still have to clear a test. It's an age-old rule."

“A test?” Chen Fan raised his eyebrow and asked, “What kind of test?”

“The details aren't certain," Wei Buyu explained. “It could involve completing a task or confronting a demonic path expert. Either way, the difficulty of the task will be quite high. It's the sect's way of determining if you're truly fit to be a holy disciple."

"Ah, I see." Chen Fan nodded in understanding.

The sect leader seemed to have summoned him to give him his test of unknown nature.

"I meant to tell you about this sooner. I didn’t expect the sect leader to summon you right after your breakthrough; it’s really surprising. Typically, new holy disciples are summoned about a month after their breakthrough, as that gives them enough time to stabilize their cultivation,” Wei Buyu added.

Chen Fan shrugged and said, “It can’t be helped, then. Since the sect leader called for me, I’ll go see him now, Master.”

“Mmm, go on. Don't worry about formalities. Return after you've learned about your mission, and I'll help you analyze it," Wei Buyu said.

“Alright.” Chen Fan nodded and flew deeper in, following the instructions.

He suddenly spotted a person appear on a tall mountain.

The person appeared to be a middle-aged scholar, exuding an aura of ancient nobility. At first glance, he looked as if he was an immortal from a painting, his aura blending seamlessly with the surrounding vastness.

“Greetings, Sect Leader.” Chen Fan bowed respectfully.

The Sect Leader and the High Elder were on bad terms and Chen Fan was in the High Elder’s faction, but the opposite party was the Spring Autumn Sect’s Sect Leader, after all. The entire sect was under his control; Chen Fan had to show the necessary respect.

“Come on up.” The sect leader waved his hand, and a clear breeze immediately lifted Chen Fan onto the mountain peak.

From this vantage point, Chen Fan could finally get a clear look at the Sect Leader. He was strikingly handsome, with eyebrows that swept upwards toward his temples and eyes that seemed to reflect the sorrows of the common people.

He didn’t look like a ferocious cultivator. All there was to be found was a gaze that expressed the desire to nurture virtue and embrace all things.

To Chen Fan, the Spring Autumn Sect Leader seemed like a very magnanimous figure.

Chen Fan silently waited for the sect leader to speak.

They stood face to face with one another, but Chen Fan had no idea what the Sect Leader was thinking. His intentions seemed as inscrutable as the heavens.

Before him, Chen Fan’s current cultivation was not worth mentioning. However, he didn’t feel like he was seen through, either.

The small golden person in my glabella should be a mighty existence that surpasses Divine Nascent realm powerhouses. If the Sect Leader can see it, there's nothing I can hide. Being cautious won't help. Chen Fan felt a newfound sense of ease.

"Remarkable progress, Chen Fan," the Sect Leader began, showering Chen Fan with praise. “In less than two years, you went from an outer sect disciple to a holy disciple of our sect. Moreover, your golden core tribulation was magnificent and awe-inspiring, a rarity in a thousand years. Your talents are truly exceptional.”

“I have heard some things about the grudge between you and Duan Jingtian. Both of you are geniuses rarely seen in a hundred, or even a thousand years. It saddens me to see such promising talents at odds. Why do you have to fight to the death? Such a conflict would be a significant loss for our sect, regardless of the outcome.”

“Sect Master is right,” Chen Fan said, lowering his head.

The Sect Leader, Feng Baiyu, looked at Chen Fan, sighed, and said, “Haaa, forget it. Let’s not talk about this matter. I’ll think of a way to resolve the grudge between you two in due time. Do you know why I summoned you over?”

Chen Fan nodded and said, “I heard every holy disciple has to complete a task to be officially promoted as a holy disciple. It’s a test.”

“You’re right. This rule was set by our Spring Autumn Sect’s founding ancestors.” Feng Baiyu nodded and continued, “I have indeed summoned you for this matter.”

“This disciple is willing to follow the Sect Leader’s instructions,” Chen Fan said.

“Very well. Since you're already aware of this, there's no need for a lengthy explanation.” Feng Baiyu continued, “In recent years, the world has been troubled by the chaos caused by blood demons. As people of the righteous path, it is our duty to punish the wicked and eliminate evil. Your mission as a holy disciple is to eliminate these demonic path practitioners."

Chen Fan remained silent, attentively listening to the Sect Leader.

Feng Baiyu said, “To the west of the Great Chu Empire lies the Myriad Deaths Mountains. It was once an ancient battlefield; recently, I’ve received news that some demonic path experts have gathered at Myriad Deaths Mountains. They seem to be preparing to pull off something huge that would shock the world. Your mission is to head to Myriad Deaths Mountains, eradicate these demonic path cultivators, and find out what they plan to do.

“The duration of such missions is three months. Starting today, you must head to the Myriad Deaths Mountains and complete your mission within this timeframe. If you exceed the time limit or fail to complete your mission, it will be considered a failed test, and you won't be promoted to holy disciple status. Do you understand?"

“I understand. I will do my best to complete my mission!” Chen Fan answered loudly.

“Good, you have spirit. As expected of a genius disciple of our Spring Autumn Sect. I look forward to your successful return, at which point I'll personally crown you as a holy disciple," Feng Baiyu said, smiling warmly. “However, be cautious; I have received information indicating that there are Core Formation realm experts among the demonic cultivators at Myriad Deaths Mountains. Exercise utmost care while executing your mission."

With his mission clear, Chen Fan took his leave, ready to embark on his challenging assignment.