Chapter 515: Chapter 0510: Twenty Slots

Kunyun Sacred Land was the most transcendent and mysterious existence in the entire Kunyun Realm; under normal circumstances, it was simply untouchable for common folks.

Only a handful of those present knew of the Sacred Land’s existence, while the rest were hearing about it for the first time.

Yet, as soon as the crowd learned of the true nature of Kunyun Sacred Land, they were either excited or apprehensive, none could remain calm.

“Our great opportunity has arrived.”

“If we are selected, we will be qualified to enter the Sacred Land!”

“I’ve heard that aside from members of the Sacred Land, no one, no matter who they are, can set foot within its boundaries– it is a forbidden area for the entire Kunyun Realm!”

Especially for those without a substantial background, once they entered the Sacred Land, it would essentially become their patron.

In short, there was no one here who did not wish to go to the Sacred Land.

Fu Sanguang showed a look of reverence.

Even the ancient countries had to obey the Sacred Land, and the Fu Family behind him was utterly inconsequential in comparison.

He felt like he had been courting death by standing up to someone from the Sacred Land just a moment ago.

“This is the Holy Land Great Elder, and he will select twenty people to enter the Sacred Land!”

The elderly man looked at someone beside him.

“Only twenty spots?”

The crowd tensed.

Among those present were geniuses, about one hundred fifty in total, but in the end, only twenty would be allowed into the Sacred Land.

Many of the weaker ones were already disheartened.

“Holy Land Great Elder!”

Fu Sanguang’s pupils shrank, revealing a hint of fear.

The Sacred Land, beyond the mortal realm, with even becoming a regular member considered a tremendous honor, and this middle-aged man turned out to be the Holy Land Great Elder!

Fu Sanguang had no doubt that had he offended this Great Elder just now, the elder would truly dare to kill him.

At the same time, just one glance from the other party had made him sense the breath of death. What kind of cultivation level did this person have?

“I observed everything during the tea party, and I have already decided on the twenty spots!”

The Great Elder said flatly.

At this moment, everyone stared at him with admiration and reverence, not daring to miss a single word.

“To think it was to select members for the Sacred Land. Why did no elder tell me this before?”

Yunhai Zhen thought anxiously to himself.

Up to now, during the tea party, he hadn’t made a move.

Had he known that the Sacred Land was selecting members, he would have definitely taken the stage earlier to show off his skills.

Even now, Yunhai Zhen wanted to propose continuing the tea party, but as a prince, he did not dare to defy this Holy Land Great Elder.

“The first spot, Yu Bu Yu.”

The Great Elder began.

At once, nearly everyone present was stunned.

“Who is Yu Bu Yu?”

“I have a bit of an impression, she went up to the competitive platform earlier but lost quickly.”

“How could she get the first spot? Yu Bu Yu only ranked forty-eighth in this grand competition and only dueled once, and she even lost.”

Many in the crowd were doubtful and even dissatisfied.

Yu Bu Yu was just a bottom-tier presence among these people, not outstanding at all.

However, still, no one dared to question the Great Elder and could only keep their thoughts to themselves.

At the same time, those who were not especially powerful also felt a spark of hope– if Yu Bu Yu could be chosen, perhaps they could too.

“Me?”

Yu Bu Yu’s eyes widened in surprise.

“It seems the Great Elder sees potential in Junior Sister Bu Yu,” said Yuan Chen with a smile.

From this, it was clear that the other party, in choosing people, put more emphasis on cultivation aptitude. Yuan Chen wondered if he had any chance of being selected.

“The second spot, Yun Yingwu!”

The Great Elder spoke again.

Yun Yingwu showed a faint smile and immediately saluted, “I thank the Great Elder for your recognition. I will definitely be loyal to the Sacred Land.”

“The third spot, Situ Lin Yu!”

“The fourth spot, Ye Chengfeng!”

“The fifth spot, Duan Xinyue!”

…

As each spot was announced, there were surprises and sorrows among the crowd.

“The tenth spot, Chen Yu!”

“I’ve been selected too.”

Chen Yu said with a light smile.

From the first ten spots, it was clear that the other party indeed valued aptitude more, but that didn’t mean that other aspects were ignored.

Chen Yu, with only low-grade aptitude, was still chosen.

Of course, had Chen Yu not dueled with Ye Chengfeng and defeated him, the Great Elder might not have chosen him.

On the competitive platform, Fu Sanguang was extremely nervous.

By all rights, having practiced the Three Lights Star Chart and even defeating Yun Yingwu, he was outstanding in all aspects.

Yet, Yun Yingwu was awarded the second spot, and so far, his own name had not been called.

“Could it be because I stood up to the Great Elder just now, he’s eliminated my spot?”

As Fu Sanguang considered this, he couldn’t help but regret.

If he missed the chance to enter the Sacred Land, it would be the biggest regret of his life.

The Sacred Land’s recruitment was unpredictable and always conducted in secret; he feared he might never come across such an opportunity again.

“The eleventh spot: Ye Luofeng!”

“The twelfth spot: Yuan Chen!”

“The thirteenth spot: Luo Haotian!”

“The fourteenth spot: Duan Hao.”

…

“The nineteenth spot: Tang Mo!”

“That’s great.”

Tang Mo sighed with relief.

He had only performed averagely at the tea party but was surprised to still be chosen.

On the martial arts stage, Fu Sanguang was drenched in sweat.

“There’s no sign of him!”

“Could the Great Elder truly have removed him from the list?”

Under normal circumstances, no power would ever refuse a talent, but he had just seen a murderous intent in the Great Elder’s eyes. The Great Elder dared to even kill him, so removing a name from the list was not really a significant issue.

“The twentieth slot, Fu Sanguang!”

The Great Elder slowly announced.

In an instant, Fu Sanguang’s knees went weak, and he let out a long sigh of relief.

“Thank you, Great Elder, for your recognition. I will certainly not disappoint you.”

Fu Sanguang showed a look of respect.

Now he understood that the Great Elder calling his name last served as a warning.

At the same time, those who had not been selected all showed disappointment. Some were filled with unwillingness and extreme anger, yet not a single person dared to question or oppose the decision.

The name of the Holy Land was enough to deter everyone.

If Fu Sanguang had been so firmly suppressed by the Great Elder, what ground did they have to argue?

“You have two months to prepare. After two months, gather at the peak of Liuhe Mountain. Anyone who fails to arrive on time will lose their spot.”

Having made the announcement, the Great Elder spoke again.

No sooner had he finished speaking than his figure flashed and vanished, disappearing without a trace.

All those present couldn’t even be sure of which direction the Great Elder had departed.

“This is true mastery of flight, coming and going without a trace–he must be in the Sky Sea Realm!”

Yun Yingwu mused to himself.

“Everyone, disperse.”

The elderly man waved his hand.

Once this was announced, the twenty selected individuals, aside from those who couldn’t care less about the tea gathering any longer stayed.

“Greetings, Imperial Uncle.”

Several individuals from the Imperial Family immediately made their way over.

Among these people, only Yun Yingwu remembered this elder, and now he finally understood that the other party was someone from the Holy Land, who usually resided therein.

“Imperial Uncle, with the Holy Land recruiting, why was there no news from above?”

Yunhai Zhen inquired.

“Hehe, the Holy Land is detached from the world, and their rules are incredibly strict. If the news leaked prematurely, it would only lead to trouble.”

The elderly man chuckled.

The Kunyun Sacred Land was the ruler of the entire Kunyun Realm. They stood above all and could afford not to give face to anyone.

Had Fu Sanguang been a bit more impulsive, he might very well have been walking a path to his own death.

Actually, the Imperial Family did know the news, but they had not leaked it.

After all, with only twenty spots, the competition was fierce. Should the news have spread, no one could predict the chaos it would incite. If it displeased the Sacred Land, not even the Imperial Family could bear the consequences.

“I happen to be returning as well, so in two months, you can come with me to Liuhe Mountain.”

The elderly man suggested.

Elsewhere.

“How wonderful, all three of us were selected, we can cultivate together in the Holy Land.”

Yu Bu Yu laughed happily.

Among the twenty slots, Yu Bu Yu was the first to be chosen, with Chen Yu and Yuan Chen also selected.

“Let’s go inform the Master of this great news.”

Yuan Chen was equally joyful.

People slowly dispersed from Liuhe Mountain.

And with that, the news of the Holy Land selecting its members was fully revealed, shaking the entirety of Yun Zhao Country.

The list of twenty slots was also made public.

From No Demon Academy, seven individuals were chosen: Yu Bu Yu, Chen Yu, Yuan Chen, Situ Lin Yu, Duan Hao, Luo Haotian, and Cao Xingyue.

Yunyang Academy also had six selected individuals: Yun Yingwu, Yunhai Zhen, Eighth Prince, Wu Heng, Tang Mo, and Yin Chengzhuang.

Sky Sword Academy had four: Ye Chengfeng, Jiang Chen, Ye Luofeng, and Zhou Yuning.

Sky Star Academy had only three: Fu Sanguang, Duan Xinyue, and Fu Beiling.

Once these slots were revealed, the twenty individuals became the center of attention, followed by the powers and academies they represented.

“No Demon Academy actually had seven chosen, even more than Yunyang Academy–looks like No Demon Academy is truly on the rise.”

A great number of people felt it unfair that selections were made only from academic competitions’ talents, neglecting others.

At No Demon Academy.

“You’ve all done very well, having all been selected.”

Master Yi Lantian revealed a hint of a smile.

“Master, did you know that someone from the Holy Land would select members during the tea gathering?”

Chen Yu asked.

Previously, Yi Lantian had urged them to prepare well for the tea gathering.

Typically, the gathering was just for prestige and held no other benefits, and given the Master’s character, he wouldn’t have stressed it repeatedly without reason.

“Yes, your senior brother is among those in the Holy Land.”

Yi Lantian admitted.

Senior brother?

Among the three present, only Yuan Chen had some recollection; the others were hearing of this senior brother for the first time.

Meanwhile, they were once again reminded of the Holy Land’s power.

Such a good opportunity had been known to their Master, yet he did not inform them beforehand, only dropping continuous hints.

“In two months, you will enter the Holy Land. The cultivation environment there is far superior to that of No Demon Academy. Go and prepare.”

Yi Lantian waved his hand.

After the three left, he couldn’t help but show a faint smile. All fours of his disciples had entered the Holy Land–wasn’t this also a testament to his extraordinary vision?

For those two months, Chen Yu didn’t have much else to do but cultivate the Devil Wind Sword Technique in the training tower.

One day, an outer disciple brought him a sealed envelope.

“This was entrusted to me for you. They told me you should only open it after entering the Holy Land.”

Chen Yu glanced at the envelope, which bore a Blood Moon pattern, and without asking any questions, took it.

“It seems the task given to me by the Blood Moon Organization relates to the Holy Land,” Chen Yu mused internally.

This proved that the Blood Moon Organization also knew in advance about the Holy Land recruiting members.

Soon, the two months passed.

On that day, Chen Yu, Yuan Chen, Yu Bu Yu, Luo Haotian, Cao Xingyue, Situ Lin Yu, and Duan Hao left together, heading once again to Liuhe Mountain.