Fusang Sword Heart Diagram

Chapter 99 The Mysterious Realm Appears
Master Ziwan has two personal disciples, both at the sixth level of cultivation. They cannot go to the first level of the secret realm, and there are only eight spots for the second level. The two of them cannot compete with Li Jinzhen, Chi Leng and others.

Therefore, Master Ziwan could only grant the secret realm slot to one of her registered disciples. Privately, she felt that Li Huiran had managed Jade Branch Peak very well; even if she hadn't achieved great merit, she had certainly worked hard. Li Huiran's cultivation level had been stuck for too long, and Master Ziwan hoped that she would go to the secret realm to gain an opportunity and break through her bottleneck.

As for Jiang Xin, although she had her eye on her and intended to take her as her personal disciple in the future, after much deliberation, Master Ziwan still felt that Jiang Xin had a better chance of competing for one of the ten spots in the inner sect's second level.

Jiang Xin is already at the peak of the second level of cultivation, so her cultivation level is not bad. Whether she can seize the opportunity depends entirely on herself.

This was also a test given to her by Master Ziwan.

Any resource or opportunity must be earned through one's own efforts. If she can't even compete within the inner circle, how can she expect to seize greater opportunities?
Upon exiting the main hall, a gust of cold wind swept over her, and a chilling sensation touched Jiang Xin's face.

It's not even winter yet, but it's already snowing in Lingzhou.

"Junior Sister Jiang Xin."

Li Huiran, dressed in an apricot-yellow disciple's robe, stood in the wind waiting for her. The cold wind made her robes flutter loudly.

Jiang Xin quickly stepped forward and called out, "Senior Sister Huiran."

Li Huiran smiled gently: "Junior sister, would you have time to take a walk with me?"

Jiang Xin nodded.

Li Huiran walked alongside her: "Master just told Junior Sister about the spot in the secret realm, right? Since Senior Brother He and Senior Brother Yi can't go to the secret realm, I know that this spot might fall to me."

Jiang Xin admired her calm and composed demeanor.

Many figures flashed through Jiang Xin's mind. Among them was her roommate Zheng Xiaohui, with whom she had initially been very close. However, things changed after she began cultivating her inner energy. Jiang Xin was actually quite sensitive, and she could sense that Zheng Xiaohui was intentionally or unintentionally isolating her.

The figure that flashed by next was Ruan San Niang, who taught him to read. For three years in the outer sect, they were almost inseparable.

The images of Li Yeshan, Zhao Hong, Zhou Peier, Zhi Xiaocao, Wu Zhong, Shi Zhouyun, Ke Rong, Xiao Qiu, Xu Jianjia, Senior Brother Yang Ruo, and many others flashed through her mind one by one.

But whether it was Zheng Xiaohui, whom she was initially close to, or Ruan Sanniang, whom she was inseparable from, Jiang Xin felt that something was missing.

She admired Ning Fusang's aloofness and pride, her ability to act without worrying about others' opinions, and her ability to excel in whatever she did. She also liked Xiao Qiu's confidence, cheerfulness, and lively spirit. She respected Li Jinzhen, the senior sister of the Nanxing Sword Sect, for her gentle strength, and also liked the composed demeanor of her senior sister, Li Huiran.

These are qualities that Jiang Xin lacks. She wants to be like them, but she can't.

Because she is Jiang Xin, and only Jiang Xin.

Li Huiran said a lot, and finally said, "Junior Sister Jiang Xin, I will teach you some spells and combat skills to help you get a spot in the inner sect."

"Thank you, Senior Sister Huiran." She smiled slightly, her tone carrying a hint of playfulness.

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One month later, all the spots for the secret realm had been allocated.

Journeys to secret realms offer opportunities, but also come with immense dangers. Many disciples have perished in these realms.

Tianxin Peak is the best example.

Two disciples under Master Qixuan, both at the fifth level of cultivation, failed to return from the secret realm, thus severing the lineage. This demonstrates just how dangerous the secret realm was.

Even so, the appearance of this secret realm still attracts countless people.

On Tianxin Peak, Yang Ruo swung Ning Fusang on a swing, rambling on like a sutra: "Junior Sister Ning, you don't have a master, and there are many things no one will tell you. Be careful when you get to the secret realm."

"Besides our Southern Star Sword Sect disciples, there are other sects and forces in the secret realm, such as Huanxi Heaven, Wanyi Sect, Lingyu Palace, and Mingdao Pavilion. Oh, right, remember to be wary of the people from Suling Valley, or more precisely, the Lingzhen lineage of Suling Valley. They cultivate the Dao of Poison, and they are impossible to guard against." Ning Fusang emphasized each word, saying, "Senior Brother Yang Ruo, I remember in the Observational Lesson, my score was higher than yours, right?"

The teacher had explained the power and influence of the various sects in Lingzhou very clearly during class. Ning Fusang was well aware that Su Ling Valley was divided into two branches: medicine and poison, with the Lingzhen branch being the most skilled in using poison.
Yang Ruo scratched her head and nodded, "Oh, right, I forgot."

"In short, Junior Sister Ning, please be careful. Once you enter the secret realm, try to reunite with our sect members as soon as possible."

Within the secret realm, killing is permitted by default.

Thinking of this, Yang Ruo couldn't help but glance at Ning Fusang again, and hesitated before saying, "Junior Sister Ning, if possible, please be lenient. We are all from sects. If we are discovered and you are alone, you will be attacked by the group."

Ning Fusang said seriously, "Don't worry, senior brother, I'll be careful with my hands."

She was teasing Yang Ruo, and sure enough, Yang Ruo's little face scrunched up, looking quite distressed.

Is that what he meant? His words have been completely misinterpreted.

However, Yang Ruo couldn't go to the secret realm, nor could he persuade her otherwise.

Only cultivators below the fifth level can go to the First Heaven. Yang Ruo had already reached the fifth level three years ago.

Sometimes, being too talented can be a hindrance.

After leaving Ning Fusang with two talismans and a magic weapon, Yang Ruo flew away from Tianxin Peak on his sword.

Qian Yuan then spoke up: "That young man has quite a lot of talent."

Ning Fusang said, "There are people in the sect with even greater talent, but you haven't met them."

After a moment of silence, Qian Yuan said with emotion, "Heaven favors the human race."

A land blessed with natural beauty, producing countless talented individuals.

Even the Southern Star Sword Sect is full of hidden talents.

What about the other sects?

Qian Yuan knew that there were also geniuses in other sects.

The secret realm is called "Twin Heavens Spirit Realm". It has two heavens. It was discovered by the major sects four years ago. At that time, the secret realm was suspended in the spacetime turbulence, with only a difficult-to-pass rift in the world.

Several major sects joined forces to solidify their position in the Twin Heavens Spirit Realm, and then spent two years building a teleportation array to secure the entrance.

Over the remaining year, each sect held multiple negotiations based on their contributions to stabilizing the secret realm, striving to secure more slots for their own sect.

Finally, the sect will announce the appearance of the secret realm, giving everyone some time to compete for a spot. Once the sect's spots have been allocated, everyone will head to the secret realm.

Everyone is randomly teleported into the Twin Heavens Spirit Realm. The various sects also wanted to teleport their people together, but after many attempts, they found it difficult to do so and had to give up.

Once inside the secret realm, they had other means to contact their own people.

Under the white light, batches of sect disciples disappeared at the entrance to the secret realm.

The teleportation array was built by a powerful being and was extremely stable. There was no feeling of dizziness or disorientation at all. When the misty water vapor dissipated, Ning Fusang found herself in a completely different world.

(End of this chapter)