Chapter 989: The Eight Great Emperor Sects
"Senior, you know my father. Where is he now?"
One of Chen Yu's purposes for coming to the main world was to uncover the mystery of his own lineage.
At this moment, Chen Yu wasn't aware that he had acknowledged this father he had never met in his heart.
The Silver Robed Woman also wanted to know who the other's father was and how the Lin Family owed such a debt.
"I advise you not to know. It's not beneficial to you."
The square-faced middle-aged man warned.
Chen Yu frowned slightly, perceiving something ominous from these words, but the seed of doubt had already been planted. How could he pretend not to know when he had the opportunity to solve the mystery?
"I am here to repay a favor. You won't go wrong listening to me."
"Now before you is a bright path. You have been granted a position to enter the Emperor Sect. Among the eight great Emperor Sects of the Human Race, you can choose freely to cultivate."
"If one day, your cultivation bears fruit, what you ought to know will naturally be revealed, and all difficulties can be resolved easily."
The square-faced man presented himself in a paternal manner, instructing Chen Yu.
In the main world, the Human Race thrives, teeming with countless beings.
The probability of breaking through to the Condensed Star Realm is greatly increased in the environment of the main world, with many Emperors of Xuanming Realm present.
There are numerous four-star forces within the Human Race.
Among them, the eight most elite four-star sects.
Being able to enter one of the eight great Emperor Sects to cultivate is a dream come true for the young people of the Human Race.
Just like the five Spiritual Mountain regions, with five major families and numerous smaller families, all wielding every possible means to compete for thirty positions.
"The 'successful cultivation' the senior refers to, what level of cultivation does it mean?"
If it's a goal that can be achieved and not too far off, perhaps Chen Yu would consider listening to the square-faced middle-aged man.
The square-faced middle-aged man clearly did not expect Chen Yu to ask this.
He pondered for a moment and said, "…Emperor Xuanming!"
The eyes of the Silver Robed Woman shimmered with surprise, not expecting Chen Yu's background to be so extraordinary.
"Too far off."
Chen Yu shook his head.
If it were in the Great Yu Realm, many geniuses wouldn't dare to even imagine reaching this realm.
For Chen Yu to reach the rank of a King, there was a high probability, but that was through a fortunate encounter.
However, to reach the Xuanming Realm, it would require continuous, extraordinary encounters to even have a chance.
The rarity of the Xuanming Realm in the Great Yu Realm showcases how difficult it is to attain this realm.
Why do cultivation techniques for the Condensed Star Realm possess the six-transformation method?
Ultimately, it's because breaking through to the Xuanming Realm is exceedingly difficult, thus the six-transformation star cultivation technique was created to increase the probability of breaking through the Condensed Star Realm.
"Chen Yu, follow my advice and enter the Emperor Sect to cultivate, preferably the Tianhe Sect. You will receive protection from the Lin Family, and your potential in the future will be limitless."
The square-faced middle-aged man tried to persuade again, his attitude becoming a bit more forceful.
He was clearly displeased with Chen Yu for not acting according to his suggestions.
"I will consider this matter carefully."
Chen Yu nodded in response.
In the main world of the Human Race, there are many four-star forces, including the eight top four-star sects, collectively known as the eight great Emperor Sects.
Each sect has its own characteristics, and Chen Yu was completely unfamiliar with the Tianhe Sect, so he couldn't agree rashly.
The choice of sect could also influence future opportunities and ultimate achievements, so it couldn't be taken lightly.
The Silver Robed Woman's lips curled into a slight smile.
Uncle Chen recommended that this kid join the Tianhe Sect, and the other party still said he would consider it.
Entering the Emperor Sect, though beneficial, the competition within is fierce and brutal.
Just like the quota acquisition, the disciples who join the eight great Emperor Sects undergo assessments in half a year, one year, and three years. If they fail to meet the standards, they are punished, and if they fail all three, they are expelled.
For Chen Yu, joining the Tianhe Sect with the Lin Family's protection was better than entering any other Emperor Sect.
"In half a year, the eight great Emperor Sects will begin recruiting disciples."
The square-faced man gave a final reminder.
After saying this, he and the Silver Robed Woman left.
In the original location, thirty jade tokens were left, exquisite and extraordinary, glowing with a faint lustrous light.
"Uncle Chen, what kind of favor does our Lin Family owe to his father?"
The Silver Robed Woman asked curiously.
The Lin Family today is a very powerful family among the Human Race.
"That, I am also unsure of."
Uncle Chen blurted out, a hint of confusion on his face.
The Silver Robed Woman's curiosity increased, as not even Uncle Chen seemed to know.
"I remember Uncle Chen mentioned earlier that this kid has some entanglement with our Lin Family, but that seems unlikely, at most his father has some connection with the Lin Family."
The Silver Robed Woman listened carefully before.
However, for Chen Yu, because it was the first time he heard news of the Qingyun Emperor, he overlooked this point.
"This, I do know. This child indeed has entanglement with the Lin Family, and it's… Miss Yuxuan."
The square-faced middle-aged man deliberately slowed down his words, piquing the Silver Robed Woman's curiosity, finally revealing a look of shock.
"Uncle Chen, are you joking with me?"
The Silver Robed Woman's face turned slightly cold, frowning with pursed lips.
"If you don't believe me, you can go back and ask Miss."
The square-faced man smiled faintly and quickened his pace to leave.
"Impossible."
The Silver Robed Woman's eyes showed contemplation, denying once more.
Lin Yuxuan, the prodigious daughter of the Lin Family.
As an Emperor Sect Disciple, the high-ranking members of the five major families treated her with respect. She had an arrogant personality and exceptional beauty, with no shortage of suitors.
But every time she saw Lin Yuxuan, she felt ashamed of herself, feeling that the other woman was like a fairy, while she herself was like a handmaiden beside her.
How did that boy end up associating with Lin Yuxuan? Uncle Chen must be refusing to tell, deliberately fooling her.
...
Chen Yu waved his hand, storing thirty jade tokens in his storage space.
These were treasures, each token representing a spot to enter the Eight Great Emperor Sects.
"These people cannot be completely trusted."
Chen Yu reflected inwardly.
He gradually sorted out his thoughts.
The square-faced middle-aged man came here for him.
The token contest set by the opponent was also prepared for him.
This explained why the tokens automatically approached Chen Yu.
But if Chen Yu's strength was insufficient, obtaining the tokens without the ability to safeguard them would be a bad thing for him, possibly costing him his life.
This proved that although the opponent was repaying a favor, he wasn't genuinely concerned about Chen Yu, at least not his life.
"Understanding this Lin Family is also necessary."
Chen Yu turned around and headed back to the Five Mountains Martial Arts event venue.
The Five Mountains Martial Arts event had ended, but the major families had not yet left, unwilling to believe this was the conclusion.
Until Chen Yu appeared, everyone stared, but no high-ranking Emperor Sect personnel were found.
Chen Yu approached the second and third place winners of the event, waved his hand, and eight jade tokens floated into view.
"Thank you, sir."
The two thanked him with smiles and accepted the tokens.
Greedy gazes surrounded them, but no one dared to snatch them.
Simultaneously, more people looked at Chen Yu with complex expressions. Even Elder Yang Yi, He Tianxiong's master, Xu Liusu's father, and others' hostility became less obvious.
The high-ranking Emperor Sect members entrusted all quotas to Chen Yu for distribution, which was a form of trust.
The key was, what was the extent of Chen Yu's relationship with this high-ranking member? It puzzled them.
The female Independent Practitioner King who ranked third immediately attracted family leaders for a conversation after receiving the jade token.
As a loose cultivator with four spots, she would definitely join a faction; otherwise, she couldn't leave the area alive.
The female Independent Practitioner King was also clear about probing the sincerity of various families, without hurrying to agree.
The male who won second place was from the Fei Family.
The Fei Family immediately drew in several smaller families to avoid targeting by the Five Families.
Finally, there was Chen Yu.
Many people assessed him, but no one approached to converse.
Having offended all five families and coming away unscathed was truly a miracle.
However.
With the temptation of twenty-two spots, someone eventually came to talk.
A small-eyed old man from the Fei Family smiled and said, "Sir, you don't have a place now, why not come to the Fei Family?"
The Five Families couldn't sit still after witnessing this.
They didn't have a single slot.
The Fei Family, second only to the Five Families, had fortune on their side, obtaining four slots. If Chen Yu was drawn to their side, the Fei Family would instantly have twenty-six slots, with at least an eighty percent chance of becoming a new member of the Five Families.
The Chang Family was first to grow restless.
A White-haired Elder floated over, accompanied by the graceful woman.
With a smile, the elder said, "Chen, a young hero with unmatched prowess, during the trial, my granddaughter caused you quite a bit of trouble due to her immaturity. I've brought her to apologize to you."
The graceful woman's face was unnatural; she previously publicly accused Chen Yu and now publicly apologized.
Her face blushed, and she apologized to Chen Yu.
"As they say, you come to know someone through confrontation; Chen has forged a bond with the Chang Family. You don't have a place now, so you're welcome to stay at the Chang Family for a while..."
Chen Yu hadn't completely adapted to the attitude of the White-haired Elder and graceful woman because the hatred previously shown by the Five Families was very strong.
The other four families saw the Chang Family's actions and had no choice but to step forward to talk.
After all, the quotas to enter the Emperor Sect were extremely important, potentially bringing a super-strong cultivator to their family.
In the blink of an eye.
The Five Families, who had recently tried to kill Chen Yu, now surrounded him with smiling faces and good words.
Chen Yu was composed, with a faint smile on his lips.
He indeed needed a place to stay.
But he had already left the Yang Family, definitely not returning there.
Among the Five Families' efforts to draw him in, the Yang Family showed the least sincerity.
He still felt Elder Yang Yi's murderous intent towards him, making him uneasy about entering the Yang Family.
The Xu Family was too strong; even if Chen Yu joined them, his status wouldn't surpass Xu Liusu's… not suitable either.
That left only the He Family, the Wu Family, and the Chang Family to choose from.
After a brief consideration, Chen Yu made a decision.
To go to the Chang Family.
During the token contest trial, he had the least interaction with the Chang Family.
Which also meant Chen Yu offended them the least, and the Chang Family's animosity towards him was minimal.
Furthermore, ranking last among the Five Families, the Chang Family needed the slots more and valued Chen Yu more.
Ultimately.
Chen Yu accepted the Chang Family's invitation.
The Chang Family Master and other leaders were delighted, leaving the area with Chen Yu.
The graceful woman cast a deep glance at Chen Yu, sighed with her head down, and followed them.
The other four families' expressions darkened once again as they stared at Chen Yu's departing figure, hostility reignited.