Who was Cangxuan?
He was a top-tier expert in the Dongyang Domain!
Across the entire Dongyang Domain, how many people could possibly stand against him?
And a colossal figure like that actually wanted to take Xiao Chen as his disciple?
Consider Cangxuan’s two disciples to date.
One was already a Core Disciple of the East Sword Pavilion, while the other had become an Inner Sect Disciple.
Both were ranked among the top three in their respective groups; they were, without a doubt, the leading figures of the East Sword Pavilion.
Compared to them, what had this kid, Xiao Chen, who had just joined the Outer Courtyard, done to deserve becoming Cangxuan’s third disciple…?
They couldn’t believe their ears, but the fact was right before their eyes.
Everyone looked at Xiao Chen with complicated expressions.
This must be what the saying “soaring to the heavens in a single step” felt like.
Facing everyone’s stares, Xiao Chen was momentarily stunned.
‘He never expected Cangxuan would actually want to take him as a disciple.’ He didn’t agree immediately, instead looking at Cangxuan silently as he mulled it over.
‘Actually, this isn’t a difficult choice.
If I become Cangxuan’s disciple, my future cultivation path will be much smoother.
Besides, Cangxuan has a good reputation in the East Sword Pavilion.
He never takes disciples lightly and treats them very well.’
Without much hesitation, Xiao Chen immediately performed the formal disciple’s bow to Cangxuan and called out, “Disciple greets Master…”
Upon receiving Xiao Chen’s answer, Cangxuan let out a hearty, open laugh.
With a slight wave of his hand, a gentle force lifted Xiao Chen to his feet.
Then, he spoke.
“Good.
For the next few days, stay here in the First Courtyard.
After the acceptance ceremony, you will be my third disciple, and also my last closed-door disciple, haha…”
As his words faded, Cangxuan flicked his finger.
A jade bottle slowly descended into Xiao Chen’s hand as Cangxuan himself flew through the air, departing from the First Courtyard’s main hall.
Xiao Chen took the jade bottle and opened it.
Inside was a single, longan-sized pill.
It was spotlessly white, and an invigorating scent that relaxed the mind and spirit wafted out from within.
“What kind of pill is this?
Its medicinal effects are so potent, it’s definitely no ordinary item…”
“Isn’t that obvious?
How could a pill bestowed by the Courtyard Head be ordinary, especially one given to his own disciple?”
The pill’s fragrance alone was enough to prove it was extraordinary.
Putting the jade bottle into his Storage Ring, Xiao Chen still couldn’t quite believe that he had become Cangxuan’s disciple right after joining the Outer Sect.
It all felt so dreamlike, but it was undoubtedly a good thing.
Since Xiao Chen was the only new disciple in the First Courtyard, the assessment was concluded immediately.
Elder Mu personally arranged a residence for Xiao Chen—the best courtyard in the First Courtyard, in fact.
Located at the peak of the First Courtyard, the amenities of this residence were no worse than those of an Elder’s.
In the entire First Courtyard, only four disciples were qualified to live there.
Besides Xiao Chen, the others were the three resident geniuses.
“Xiao Chen, see if you’re missing anything and let me know.
I can have someone procure it for you.
Tomorrow, I will select two maids and send them over.
You can leave your daily needs to them…” After arranging Xiao Chen’s residence, Elder Mu said respectfully.
After Xiao Chen became Cangxuan’s disciple, Elder Mu’s attitude toward him had become extremely deferential.
As Cangxuan’s disciple, Xiao Chen’s future status was far beyond what an Outer Courtyard Elder like him could ever compare to, so Elder Mu prudently adjusted his stance.
Xiao Chen responded to Elder Mu’s courtesy in kind.
Afterward, Elder Mu asked Xiao Chen to name the courtyard, as it would be his residence in the East Sword Pavilion’s Outer Sect from now on.
Looking at the empty plaque above the courtyard gate, he pondered for a moment.
Xiao Chen brandished his sword, and soon, two elegant words appeared on the plaque: Wuchen Residence.
After naming it Wuchen Residence and exchanging a few more pleasantries with Elder Mu, Xiao Chen was finally left in peace.
“Life is truly unpredictable.
Who would have thought that I would actually become Senior Cangxuan’s closed-door disciple…” Xiao Chen murmured, sitting in the courtyard.
An opportunity to ascend to the heavens in a single step like this… even Xiao Chen found it hard to remain calm.
After all, he was just a young man who had recently turned eighteen.
The night passed silently.
The next day, Elder Mu delivered on his promise and sent over two maids.
They were about twenty years old, with charming and innocent looks, their beauty not the slightest bit inferior to Qin Shuirou or Chen Muxue.
Most importantly, they were twins.
Without ceremony, Xiao Chen thanked Elder Mu and accepted the two maids.
“You don’t have to do much, really.
Just keep Wuchen Residence clean.
I can wash my own clothes.
I see you both have reached Vein Opening Realm Great Perfection.
When you’re not busy, you can cultivate on your own.
Of course, if I have extra cultivation resources, I’ll share some with you.
There’s no need to be so formal.” After seeing Elder Mu off, Xiao Chen spoke gently to the two women, noticing their reserved demeanor.
Xiao Chen’s easygoing attitude allowed the two women to gradually relax.
After some conversation, Xiao Chen learned that the older sister was named Qing Yao and the younger was Qingluo.
The two were indeed twin sisters and, like Xiao Chen, also hailed from Lingfeng Country.
Their background was quite impressive; they were direct descendants of the Qing Family, one of the three great noble houses of Lingfeng Country.
They had been registered disciples of the East Sword Pavilion, but because their cultivation had not yet broken through to the Yellow Extreme Realm, they hadn’t participated in the recent Outer Sect acceptance ceremony.
Upon hearing they had a chance to serve Xiao Chen, the sisters had proactively asked Elder Mu for the position, even paying a certain price for the opportunity.
Xiao Chen was at a loss when he learned that these daughters of a noble house had actually volunteered to become his maids.
‘But on second thought, it’s actually quite normal.
I’m now Cangxuan’s disciple, a status far beyond what even a direct descendant of the Qing Family can compare to.
Staying by my side will only bring them benefits, no drawbacks.
My future achievements are immeasurable.
When I grow stronger, their accomplishments as my maids might not be any less than those of an official East Sword Pavilion disciple.
To put it bluntly, they were betting on my future.’
He didn’t have any particular requirements for the two, but they insisted on taking good care of him.
Chores like washing clothes and cooking were things they felt he shouldn’t be doing.
Xiao Chen only needed to focus wholeheartedly on his cultivation; they would take care of everything else.
He didn’t insist, letting them do as they pleased.
With them here, he could indeed save himself a lot of trouble.
Thus, he decided to refine the pill Cangxuan had given him.
It was a Spiritual Essence Pill, a second-grade pill, which was a priceless treasure for a Yellow Extreme Realm Martial Artist.
In the outside world, a single pill like this would likely be worth a thousand low-grade Spirit Stones.
An Outer Disciple of the East Sword Pavilion received only ten low-grade Spirit Stones per month, which just went to show how immensely valuable this Spiritual Essence Pill was.
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