Urban Immortal Cultivation Supreme

Three days passed as swiftly as flowing water, and during those days, Zhu Bufan and Huo Ling were entirely immersed in cultivation. When the morning of the third day arrived, Zhu Bufan slowly opened his eyes.

The moment he stepped out of the meditation room, Zhu Bufan suddenly felt a powerful aura coming towards him, almost pushing him back inside the meditation room. It turned out that Elder Huo was standing in the courtyard, releasing his astonishing aura, which blocked the entrances to the meditation rooms of both Zhu Bufan and Huo Ling.

Sensing Zhu Bufan's presence, Elder Huo completely retracted his aura and turned to say, "You've awakened?"

"Yes, teacher, just now—" Feeling that Elder Huo had withdrawn his aura, Zhu Bufan came out of the meditation room and respectfully approached Elder Huo. Although Elder Huo hadn't taught him anything, if not for Elder Huo, Zhu Bufan would still be an inconspicuous figure at Divine Moon Peak of the Heavenly Sword Sect, barely even qualifying as a disciple.

"Hehe, I was merely releasing some aura. Divine Moon Peak truly has an exceptional spirit to make even an old man like me release my aura. However, it still can't compare to my Divine Sword Peak!" Hehe, laughing, Elder Huo then looked up towards the distant azure sky.

While the two remained silent, Huo Ling also emerged from her meditation room. She came out slowly and was not repelled by Elder Huo's Qi Force, and the three of them then flew towards the grand hall of the Heavenly Sword Sect.

In front of the grand hall of the Heavenly Sword Sect, many disciples had already gathered, and the variety of sleeve colors indicated that disciples from all the external sects were present. At a glance, there were at least several hundred to nearly a thousand people, all of whom had reached the Body Tempering Fifth Layer Heaven Realm and were talented disciples of the Heavenly Sword Sect.

Among them, Zhu Bufan also saw Lan Ruoxing from Yao Guang Peak, whom he had cooperated with last time, and next to Lan Ruoxing stood a Yao Guang Peak female disciple, clad in the same attire and exuding a spirited aura.

"Ah! Is that Brother Zhu Bufan?" As Zhu Bufan noticed Lan Ruoxing, Lan Ruoxing also spotted Zhu Bufan and quickly greeted him. Hearing Lan Ruoxing greet Zhu Bufan, the spirited young woman then turned her full attention towards Zhu Bufan.

This woman, though dressed in the same Yao Guang Peak attire as Lan Ruoxing, wore it in a way that was strikingly impressive. Her phoenix eyes brimmed with spirit, her sword-like eyebrows did not detract from her appearance but instead added to her spirited beauty, and her fair skin glowed with a healthy pink hue.

What was particularly noticeable was the woman's height. In front of Zhu Bufan's nearly 1.8 meters tall stature, she was not much shorter, being around 1.75 meters tall - such a tall and slender woman was indeed rare.

"Xiao Xing, is this the brother from the Dark Sect you mentioned?" After sizing up Zhu Bufan, the woman asked Lan Ruoxing with some skepticism. She had heard Lan Ruoxing mention a highly skilled brother from the Dark Sect before, but upon seeing Zhu Bufan today, she only sensed the Body Tempering Realm cultivation on him and thus cast a doubtful look at Lan Ruoxing.

"Yes, Sister Jie, he is the Dark Sect brother I mentioned before." Seeing the doubtful expression on the woman's face, Lan Ruoxing smiled and responded. Of course, Lan Ruoxing knew what she was skeptical about because she had once told Sister Jie that Zhu Bufan had reached the Bone Forging Realm, yet she only sensed the Body Tempering Realm cultivation on him.

"Brother Zhu Bufan, this is Sister Jie Yuyan; she is the strongest among the younger generation in our Yao Guang Peak." After introducing her, Lan Ruoxing playfully winked at Zhu Bufan, clearly having a good impression of him.

"Zhu Bufan, who are they?" Just then, Huo Ling's voice rang out. Since arriving here, Huo Ling had instantly become the center of attention. If it weren't for Elder Huo's fierce reputation by her side, many would have already approached her.

"Hehe, this is Junior Sister Lan Ruoxing and this is Jie Yuyan, both disciples from Yao Guang Peak." As he spoke, Zhu Bufan briefly mentioned the incident of eliminating the ancient enemy, and Huo Ling, having heard a bit about Zhu Bufan's actions upon his return, found his explanation straightforward.

"Hello." After listening to Zhu Bufan, Huo Ling nodded lightly towards the two women. Although her mouth uttered a greeting, her indifferent expression made it seem less sincere.

"You are from the Dark Sect as well?" Gazing at Huo Ling in her light blue silk dress, which was completely different from the usual black and gold robes worn by the disciples of the Dark Sect, Jie Yuyan couldn't help but ask suspiciously. Her phoenix eyes slightly narrowed, and the astonishment in her eyes was unmistakable. To her, Huo Ling's cultivation level was terrifyingly formidable.

"I don't really like those black robes," Huo Ling responded indifferently upon hearing Jie Yuyan's remark.

"Heh, it is said that there are many talented individuals in the Dark Sect, and it seems to be true," Jie Yuyan commented, observing Huo Ling's detached demeanor. Indeed, the strong have the right to be proud, and it is as simple as that.

At that moment, a long and deep bell sound suddenly came from a distance. The resonant toll reverberated above the front hall. Upon hearing the bell, all the disciples of the Heavenly Sword Sect who had been greeting each other or discussing something abruptly stopped their conversations and turned their heads towards the great hall.

'Boom!'

The heavy doors of the great hall slowly opened, and Zhu Bufan saw Wei Tianxian, the Sect Master of the Heavenly Sword Sect, stepping out slowly from the dark hall. Behind Wei Tianxian followed a beautifully dressed woman, her beauty subtly enhanced by minimal makeup, exuding an unparalleled regal and graceful aura.

Today's Wei Tianxian was markedly different from yesterday. While he was dressed simply the day before, today he wore the garments symbolizing the Supreme Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect and the Ming Sect, which meant he held the highest authority in the Heavenly Sword Sect.

His golden-red robe, fitted tightly, was embroidered with gold and silver threads forming a double sword design. His dark blue cape moved on its own without wind, floating behind him, and decorated with the golden Beidou Seven Stars Formation Diagram. Clutching an ancient, majestic sword, Wei Tianxian commanded imperial authority. As soon as he stepped out of the hall's confines, all disciples felt their own swords quivering.

"Today, gathered in the Wenhua Hall of our Heavenly Sword Sect, are the outstanding younger disciples of our sect. You are the future of the Heavenly Sword Sect. Your strength embodies the strength of our sect," Wei Tianxian began, his eyes sweeping across the young disciples standing in the hall.

"Since our founding ancestor established our sect over a hundred years ago, the Heavenly Sword Sect has finally been recognized as a major sect. This achievement is the result of the collective effort of our disciples. Our sect continues to grow stronger, with talents overflowing in every branch, including the Seven Peaks, Ming Sect, and Dark Sect. Each peak's master and elders possess ever-increasing cultivation skills. Recently, the great swordsman of our sect executed the evil Lord from Heavenly Jade Sect with three swords in Baiyun City, greatly enhancing our sect's prestige."

"Moreover, Elder Xiaoyao fought a great battle against the Wind Evil Three Extremes from the Fierce Evil Sect on Qi Bai Mountain, killing the most formidable among them and severely injuring the other two. Such events have elevated the prestige of our Heavenly Sword Sect. These achievements might seem too distant and ambitious for our current disciples, but I believe that in the future, any one of you might create legends for our sect. This sect assembly is set for you to fully demonstrate your cultivation levels and to learn from your fellow disciples to enhance each other's strengths. As the saying goes, 'Among any group of three walkers, at least one is my teacher.' Only by taking advantage of others' strengths and improving your shortcomings can you become a great master of our generation."

Although Wei Tianxian's voice was not loud, resembling normal speaking tones, everyone present could clearly hear his words. His influential speech stirred up the blood and quickened the breath of all the junior disciples present, yet the great hall remained completely silent, as no one dared to make the slightest sound for fear of disrupting Wei Tianxian.

"I believe that all of you standing here today are among the most promising of our Heavenly Sword Sect. Freely showcase your cultivation here, for it is only through combat that one's cultivation level can be truly tested and improved! Those disciples participating in the Yellow Rank competition, proceed to the Martial Arts Square and demonstrate your skills."

"As for those participating in the Dark Rank competition, continue to stay here. This Wenhua Hall is the stage for you to demonstrate all your abilities." Once finished speaking, an incredibly powerful aura burst forth from Wei Tianxian's body, which instantly became enveloped in a golden light.

"Roar! Long live the Sect Master!! The Heavenly Sword Sect is invincible!!" Seeing Wei Tianxian's god-like demeanor, the disciples of the Heavenly Sword Sect cheered, and a powerful dragon's roar sounded. As the disciples cheered, Wei Tianxian drew his sword from its sheath, unleashing a sovereign might so powerful and commanding that it compelled reverence and subdued every spirit present.

"Our sect hereby declares, the Heavenly Sword Sect assembly begins now!" Following Wei Tianxian's declaration, the disciples participating in the Yellow Rank competition eagerly rushed towards the Martial Arts Square to demonstrate their abilities. Excitement spurred them not to fall behind others, and soon, as some disciples started leaving for the square, others quickly followed. The thousands of disciples in the hall rapidly dwindled until only thirty-two remained – those contesting in the Dark Rank competition.

"So, out of thousands, only thirty-two can participate? This ratio is too…" Scanning the remaining attendees, Zhu Bufan felt a bitter smile rising within him, recognizing quite a few among those thirty-two figures.