How can I have a heart of a demonic god in my body?!

Under the watchful eyes of numerous elders and disciples, Qin Wentian was apprenticed to the Sky Martial Sect Master.

Although Qin Wentian ranked second in this examination, with ten fewer tokens than Chen Yu,

his brilliance was evident to all.

In the first challenge, Qin Wentian leapt to the top, with three steles glowing ten meters bright, unmatched by anyone.

Many of the elders present actually wanted to take him as a disciple, but none dared to compete for a disciple reserved by the Sect Master.

"Hmm!"

The projection of Sect Master Sikong Wanli nodded slightly.

So far, he had taken on eight disciples, and the first five had already stepped into the Emperor of Xuanming Realm, with the first three famous among the Human Race, revered by thousands.

He held great expectations for Qin Wentian, hoping he might even surpass his most outstanding disciple.

After becoming a disciple under the Sky Martial Sect Master's tutelage, Qin Wentian's displeasure slightly diminished.

He stood tall, hands behind his back, with a slightly aloof expression, casting a casual glance at Chen Yu.

Though the other took his first-place honor, the high ranks of the Sky Martial Sect were not blind, they could distinguish who was superior.

What of being the first in the examination, the high ranks of the Sky Martial Sect were discerning, able to see who truly excelled.

Having become the Sect Master's disciple, while Chen Yu, this so-called first, had yet to receive any elder's intention to take him as a disciple.

"As one of the three great sects of the Human Race, the Sky Martial Sect values its reputation highly, perhaps it is due to previous rumors that no one has taken him as a disciple."

Qin Wentian speculated inwardly.

Could the rumors be true?

Initially, Qin Wentian prepared to challenge Chen Yu and reclaim his rightful first place.

But now that he was under the Sect Master's tutelage, Chen Yu didn't even have a master.

As time progressed, being a disciple of the Sect Master naturally meant he would soar, leaving this cohort far behind; there was no need to compete with Chen Yu.

"Xie Feng, I wish to take you as a disciple, what are your thoughts?"

An image of an Emperor appeared.

"Disciple dares not refuse, greetings, Master."

A tall and robust female disciple, overwhelmed with emotion, immediately bowed.

Subsequently, the acceptance of disciples dwindled, the ceremony seemed to draw to a close.

Yet Chen Yu, this cohort's first, remained unaddressed from start to finish.

"Brother Chen?"

Kong Qiuye, standing beside, couldn't bear to see this scene.

"Heh heh."

Lin Tianfeng and Lin Daowei exchanged glances, laughing in succession.

When they learned that Chen Yu became first, they were quite shocked, unsure how to handle Chen Yu next.

But with no elder willing to take Chen Yu as a disciple, the cost of dealing with him decreased significantly.

This was the scenario they most hoped to see, beyond their expectations it happened.

Chen Yu stood motionless from start to finish.

He had anticipated as much, but the situation seemed worse than imagined; no wonder back at Chaotic Sea Plain, the Qingyun Emperor chose not to reveal their relationship, instead placed Chen Yu under his protection as the City Lord Mansion leader.

Now, as the examination's first, yet no one took him as a disciple.

While the impact felt significant, having no master was not insurmountable, as at least half of each cohort's disciples were not taken as apprentices, journeying alone.

Chen Yu could accept this situation.

"Alright, let Steward Liao take you to the Sky Martial Sect disciple area."

The cultured elder suddenly spoke.

This also signaled the end of the apprenticeship ceremony.

Lin Tianfeng and Lin Daowei's smiles broadened; in the Sky Martial Sect, the treatment between having a master and not was vastly different, with a master serving not only as a guide on the cultivation path but also as a protector.

In the sky, a few Emperor and Sect Master projections exchanged glances, communicating through Spiritual Sense.

"Everyone, do not be overly prejudiced, let him stay for now. If this young one shows good performance, accumulates a certain reputation, and displays excellent talent, everyone may reconsider."

Sect Master Sikong Wanli calmly stated.

Apart from the reputation issue, Chen Yu excelled in all other areas, among the top of this cohort.

The Sky Martial Sect Master's words slightly relieved the elders; if the Sect Master endorsed taking Chen Yu as a disciple, any issues wouldn't solely be their responsibility.

"The Sect Master speaks wisely."

An elder, resembling Maitreya, transmitted voice.

He held high regard for Chen Yu's Body Refinement talent.

The other high ranks agreed.

Watching the new batch of Sky Martial Sect disciples depart the plaza, many high ranks began to leave as well.

But suddenly,

Sikong Wanli's projection experienced a slight energy fluctuation.

Though minute and almost imperceptible, the Emperor of Xuanming Realm could easily notice.

What event disturbed the Sect Master's emotions, causing the projection's instability and energy fluctuation?

"Chen Yu."

Sikong Wanli suddenly spoke up.

Chen Yu, who was following the others in leaving, was taken aback; why did the Sky Martial Sect Master suddenly call his name?

The other high ranks also wore varied expressions, unsure of the Sect Master's intention.

"I wish to take you as a disciple, what are your thoughts?"

The Sky Martial Sect Master spoke with a slightly odd expression.

Upon hearing this, everyone present visibly reacted, either stunned or shocked.

Even the Sky Martial Sect's elder level high ranks found it difficult to remain composed.

The Sect Master clearly said that just now... How come he's now accepting Chen Yu as a disciple? What's really happening here?

The senior members scrutinized the Sect Master closely, trying to understand why.

As for Qin Wentian, he was completely bewildered.

No, why would the Sect Master want to accept Chen Yu as a disciple again? How could this happen?

"The disciple is willing."

Chen Yu was also a bit confused, but the Sky Martial Sect Master accepting him, how could he possibly refuse?

The other party, being the head of a sect, held a high position of power and was a Divine Realm Great Power, with boundless strength.

However, why wasn't the Sect Master accepting him as a disciple earlier? It's truly bizarre.

The Sky Martial Sect Master nodded and said nothing more.

At this moment, voices were echoing in his mind, making it hard for him to cope.

"Sect Master, why have you accepted Chen Yu as a disciple?"

"Didn't you say you'd only accept Qin Wentian? Moreover, you said he's the descendant of a Human Race criminal, which greatly affects reputations; for now, let him stay alone, and when he behaves well, we can accept him as a disciple."

Some elders were even suspicious if this Sect Master projection was fake.

Naturally, such words couldn't be spoken aloud.

Sikong Wanli sighed and said, "Chen Yu ranked first in this assessment and deserves to be taken in by a senior member of our sect, otherwise it would be too unfair to him."

Yet all the elders knew Sikong Wanli was not telling the truth.

Since the Sect Master refused to tell the truth, they certainly couldn't force him, but the doubts lingered in their minds, hard to dispel.

Could it be that Sikong Wanli orchestrated all of this? So they'd give up on such an outstanding disciple, allowing him to gain Chen Yu without any cost.

In Heavenly Martial Sect, there's a rule: when any senior member takes in the first place from the assessment as a disciple, there would be no right to contest or a corresponding price must be paid.

Even the Sect Master is no exception.

And this time, the Sect Master did not pay any price, accepting both the first and second from the assessment.

"Looks like I underestimated the Sect Master before."

"The Sect Master is someone with deep foresight."

The senior members left one by one, sighing.

A hundred new disciples, under Steward Liao's guidance, arrived at a picturesque area shrouded in clouds and mist.

Here, peaks of various sizes were spread out below; there were ponds and pools, with waterfalls hanging around.

"This area has seventy-eight mountain peaks. Each peak can accommodate three to four residents; you can choose for yourselves."

After giving simple instructions, Steward Liao left.

"The scenery varies among the seventy-eight peaks, and the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi differ as well."

Qin Wentian gazed into the distance, murmuring.

The other talents also sharply noticed this.

Whoosh, whoosh...

Instantly, a dozen talents dashed out.

No one wants a bad dwelling; everyone seeks the good ones.

"This area, the closer to the center, the better the living environment, and a few unique peaks help with comprehending Mysterious Power."

Chen Yu also swiftly shot forward, locking onto his target.

Among the seventy-eight peaks, there were three giant peaks formed entirely of metallic ore, reflecting various metallic glows, akin to a radiant sword standing on the earth.

Chen Yu set his sight on one of them, which had four palace clusters at its summit, top, and midway, meaning this peak could house four people.

Currently, three palace clusters on the mountain were enveloped in arrays, indicating residents.

The lowest palace on the peak seemed unoccupied.

"Chen Yu!"

"Chen Yu fancied this dwelling, we have no chance."

Seeing Chen Yu, a few disciples showed fear and retreated.

Even if some disciples hadn't experienced Chen Yu's skills, his first-place assessment, even suppressing Qin Wentian, proved he wasn't ordinary.

In the woods beside this palace cluster was a green-haired man leaning on a tree, chewing a green blade, with playful eyes observing new disciples flying toward his residence.

"Seems my place isn't bad, with so many new disciples interested."

The green-haired man smiled, "Once in my cave abode, it's not that easy to leave."

Then the green-haired man noticed something odd, initially many disciples competed for his cave, but when a disciple at the early-stage Condensed Star Realm Peak appeared, they all fled.

Swoosh!

Chen Yu swiftly reached the cave.

At the same time, another figure landed, it was Sun Tianlong.

"Chen Yu, give me this cave. You're comprehending Space Profound Meaning, I'm studying Metal Profound Meaning, this cave benefits me greatly."

Sun Tianlong negotiated with Chen Yu.

Now being accepted by the Sect Master, Sun Tianlong wouldn't give up this cave if he wanted to catch up with Chen Yu.

"I won't, this cave benefits me too."

Chen Yu shook his head.

Sun Tianlong's face hardened, thinking Chen Yu was deliberately opposing him.

"Speak, what do you want; I, Sun, will try to satisfy it as long as you yield this cave to me."

Sun Tianlong decided to trade with Chen Yu.

But just then.

A green-haired man flew out from the nearby woods, wearing Heavenly Martial Sect disciple attire.

Swoosh!

The green-haired man appeared before Chen Yu and Sun Tianlong, his face displeased, exuding intimidating pressure like a peerless sword in the void.

"What's going on with the newbies? This is my King's cave, why are you here? Don't you know that trespassing one's cave violates sect rules?"