Chapter 281: Establishing Authority

This Elder named Yin Su had a dignified expression and appeared to be middle-aged with a sturdy build, though he did not look like the muscle-bound man that Bei Ming was.

The Aura radiating from him was not the least bit weaker than that of Bei Ming and the others…

He was unexpectedly also a powerhouse of the Yuanhun Realm!

A single sentence determined the life or death of the three's Families!

This was the strength of the Jixian Sect!

At the same time, it sounded an alarm in everyone's hearts: they could die, they could perish!

But they absolutely must not sell out or betray the Jixian Sect.

Otherwise, besides themselves, even the Families behind them would not be able to escape the fate of destruction!

It had to be said that this tactic of killing the chicken to warn the monkey was remarkably effective…

Even those Disciples from great Families in the crowd were trembling with fear…

Within Wuhuang Province, apart from the other three great Sects, there were very few forces capable of withstanding the fury of the Jixian Sect!

After receiving the order, the middle-aged man named Yin Su transformed into a streak of light and sped away…

He left the area outside the main hall.

Sect Master Wu Xinjue cast his gaze back upon Xiao Fan and the others.

At this moment, only two hundred and ninety-seven Disciples remained. Except for Xiao Fan, everyone else looked at Sect Master Wu Xinjue with eyes filled with deep fear…

Previously, what Sect Master Wu Xinjue had given them was pressure.

But that was merely a feeling brought about by his Aura and Realm.

Yet the fear at this moment came from the bottom of their hearts!

It chilled everyone to the bone.

At the same time, Xiao Fan also clearly realized that this Sect Master Wu Xinjue was not simple, at least not as he had previously perceived!

The murderous Aura on Sect Master Wu Xinjue's face slowly dissipated, returning to his original appearance.

However, even so, everyone still felt fearful.

"The spies have been cleared out. From now on, you are all Inner Sect Disciples of the Jixian Sect."

Sect Master Wu Xinjue said in a deep voice: "Within the Jixian Sect's Inner Sect, there are a total of four peaks. They are: Danding Peak, overseen by Elder Kong, which specializes in teaching Alchemy."

"Wudao Peak, overseen by Warrior Feng, which specializes in teaching Martial Dao."

"Zhenyu Peak, overseen by Elder Shi Pin, which specializes in teaching Formation."

"Bailian Peak, overseen by Elder Bei Ming, which specializes in teaching Artifact Refining."

"These four peaks are the Foundation of the Jixian Sect's Inner Sect. If any of you can catch the eye of the masters of these four peaks, or pass the examinations of each peak, you can become Disciples of those peaks."

Sect Master Wu Xinjue's voice was low as he gave everyone a simple explanation.

The group of Disciples gradually emerged from their previous fear and listened very attentively to Sect Master Wu Xinjue's words.

Alchemy, Artifact Refining, Formation, Martial Dao…

They almost encompassed all systems of the cultivation world.

Every Disciple's expression was filled with longing, even Hu Rui and Nangong Lingxuan…

Just then, they heard Sect Master Wu Xinjue speak again: "The selection requirements for these four peaks are very strict; the examinations are not so easy to pass…"

"In addition, the top ten Disciples of this batch of Inner Sect Disciples will have their own Immortal Cave, while the other Disciples will be assigned to separate courtyards."

"The Inner Sect, just like the Outer Sect, will also have regular public lectures given by the Elders of the four peaks. At that time, you can study hard and strive to join the various peaks."

Sect Master Wu Xinjue recounted some common knowledge that Inner Sect Disciples needed to know.

The group of Disciples nodded one after another and bowed with cupped hands.

Many of the Disciples were somewhat impatient, wanting to rely on their own efforts to join one of the peaks!

Even Ji Bofeng thought this way…

What he longed for most was Danding Peak!

Since he was young, he had learned the Ji Family's Azure Flame Art, which was a Fire-Attribute Cultivation Technique.

Alchemy would be twice as effective with half the effort!

Furthermore, Kong Ping was a fifth-grade Alchemist and held a fairly high status in Wuhuang Province!

He was his aspiration!

Sect Master Wu Xinjue swept his gaze over everyone, and his eyes lingered on Xiao Fan for a moment longer.

"Alright, the masters of the four peaks have personally witnessed your performance in the Inner Sect examination earlier. Now, they will select Disciples themselves. If you are fortunate enough to be favored by them, you can directly enter the various peaks!"

Sect Master Wu Xinjue spoke and stepped back a few paces.

The four Elders, Kong Ping, Warrior Feng, Elder Shi Pin, and Elder Bei Ming, stepped forward.

Kong Ping had a kind and benevolent face. As he swept his gaze over the many Disciples, his smile grew even broader when his eyes landed on Xiao Fan…

Warrior Feng had a stern face and carried the distinct style of the Martial Dao lineage. His gaze also lingered on Xiao Fan for a moment…

Elder Shi Pin was even more so; dressed in flamboyant attire, she was extremely beautiful and moving. Her beautiful eyes swept over the crowd, and she was increasingly satisfied, especially when looking at Xiao Fan.

As for Elder Bei Ming, it went without saying. While others still scanned the rest of the people, he… simply kept staring at Xiao Fan…

This scene left the surrounding Disciples stunned…

They couldn't figure out what these four Elders were looking at?

Could it be that they had Disciples they favored?

At this moment, they were all curious about who had made the eyes of the several Elders change.

But having experienced the matter of Sect Master Wu Xinjue killing someone just moments ago, they hadn't recovered yet and didn't dare to look in the direction of their gazes…

Noticing the appearance of the few…

Sect Master Wu Xinjue wanted to raise his hand to cover his face… it was a bit unbearable to look at.

But as soon as he slightly raised his hand, he forcibly restrained himself.

With many Disciples who had just entered the Inner Sect present, how could he, a Sect Master, make such a gesture?

Being stared at by the four Elders…

Xiao Fan felt completely uncomfortable.

At this moment, he did not feel very pleased…

Instead, a sense of crisis welled up in his heart.

He thought of that scene in the Outer Sect's Lecture Hall earlier…

"Gulp"…

Xiao Fan swallowed a mouthful of saliva, feeling that something was wrong…