Chapter 268 Returning to the old place
Chapter 268 Returning to the old place
If he could join Shuiyun Sect and become an outer disciple of Shuiyun Sect, Tian Lin would have the background of two sects.
"If I join Shuiyun Sect and become an outer disciple of Shuiyun Sect, does that mean I can no longer become an inner disciple of Dao Sect?"
Tian Lin asked, but the teaching elder looked at Tian Lin in surprise:
"You are quite ambitious, but I want to ask you a question in private. The sect has always had a precedent of allowing the aristocratic families and Huahualang to enter the inner sect. With your status as Elder Yu's disciple, can you break this rule?"
Without Tian Lin's answer, he shook his head and said, "I think it's difficult. After all, you are only Elder Yu's registered disciple. And Elder Yu's registered disciples don't have any record of being inner disciples."
At this time, Ju Yunhai stepped forward to persuade Tian Lin:
"Junior Brother Tian, for people like me who come from aristocratic clans, being able to become a Class A disciple is already a great achievement. I know you have great ambitions, but be careful not to aim too high and miss out on the good opportunities that already exist."
Senior Brother Changxue also nodded: "Yes, it is extremely rare for my generation to be a Class A disciple. The disciples of the sect's aristocratic families have never been able to enter the inner sect. This is not only the rule of my Dao Sect, but also the rule of all immortal sects."
The others did not speak, and some secretly hoped that Tian Lin would reject the arrangement of the teaching elder.
After all, they were from aristocratic clan families, and in terms of talent and background, they considered themselves superior to Tian Lin.
But why can Tian Lin be a disciple of two sects, while they don’t have such a choice?
Everyone was looking at Tian Lin at this moment, waiting for him to make his decision.
Fortunately, Tian Lin did not delay too much. He thought for a while and said, "It is better for me not to be an outer disciple of Shuiyun Sect."
The teaching elder was stunned and stroked his beard for a while without saying a word.
Ju Yunhai said anxiously:
"Junior brother, why do you say that? If you become an outer disciple of Shuiyun Sect, not to mention the Tianyisheng Water Pill, the monthly salary Shuiyun Sect will give you will be quite a lot."
Tian Lin smiled and said, "Besides this, what else can there be? If I am an outer disciple of Shuiyun Sect, then am I still an outer disciple of Wendao Sect?"
In his eyes, if he joined the Shuiyun Sect, the people of the Shuiyun Sect would not treat him as a member of their sect.
Similarly, if he joined the Shuiyun Sect, the disciples of the Wendao Sect would also treat him as a member of the Wendao Sect.
By that time, no sect would be willing to train him as one of their own.
Besides, the identity of Shuiyun Sect would not enhance his status much. If he was not a disciple of Elder Yu, Shuiyun Sect would not accept him.
On the contrary, as long as he is still Elder Yu's disciple, whether he joins the Shuiyun Sect or not, others will always look up to him.
As for the monthly allowance from Shuiyun Sect, how much can Tian Lin enjoy besides the spirit stones?
"If you don't want to join the Shuiyun Sect, your Tianyisheng Water Pill—"
The teaching elder shook his head, obviously disapproving of Tian Lin's current decision.
Tian Lin smiled and said:
"How can a man recognize someone as his relative just for a little benefit? If I really can't cultivate the Tianyisheng Water Art, I can then switch to cultivating our Dao Sect's Water Spirit Magical Power, and I can also build the Five Elements Dharmakaya."
An ordinary person would definitely be shocked by Tian Lin's words.
But the people present were not young, so although they praised on the surface, they were somewhat disapproving in their hearts.
However, Tian Lin was able to resist the temptation and remained a disciple of the Daoist Sect, which made the people present look at him with new eyes.
"Okay, since you have made your decision, I will reject Shuiyun Sect on your behalf."
After finishing the discussion about Tian Lin, the teaching elder turned his gaze to the other disciples:
"The Shuiyun Sect's viewing ceremony will not be officially held for another seven days. Don't go wandering around during this time."
Senior Brother Changxue thought for a moment and said, "Disciples and others want to go to Chenxiantang to take a look. In addition, we also want to take a look at the sect ruins." The teaching elder frowned and said, "The sect ruins have been sealed by the sect master. Without the sect master's token, you can't enter. As for Chenxiantang - what's so good about it? But if you really want to see it, remember to go early and come back early."
Senior Brother Changxue was overjoyed and said, "Don't worry, Elder. We will definitely not cause any trouble outside."
Ju Yunhai smiled and said to Tian Lin: "Junior Brother Tian has been to Chenxiantang. You must take us to appreciate the scenery of Chenxiantang when the time comes."
Chenxiantang is quite famous, and it is said that the fish monsters there are unique.
But the Chenxiantang today is no longer the Chenxiantang of the past.
Tian Lin actually had no interest in Chen Xiantang, but since Ju Yunhai and others had spoken, he couldn't refuse.
I had no choice but to say, "It's been several months since I left Chenxiantang. At that time, people could already float on the sea of Chenxiantang. As for the current situation, I'm not sure myself."
As soon as the teaching elder left, Senior Brother Changxue went to find the people in the Reception Hall to explain his desire to go out.
There are many outer disciples in Zhikeyuan, and in addition there are many miscellaneous disciples.
Then the errand disciples went to get the badges and gave them to a few people to enter and exit together.
At noon, Senior Brother Changxue drove the flying boat and a group of people left Shuiyun Sect.
"Is this Pingyang City?"
Senior Brother Changxue looked at the almost empty city below, then turned to look at Tian Lin.
In the eyes of Senior Brother Changxue, Pingyang City looked a little empty, but in the eyes of Tian Lin, Pingyang City seemed quite lively at this time.
"Brother, you don't know that a few months ago, this place was already a ghost town. At that time, the streets were full of dead bodies, and it was hard to see a living person. Now, there are children chasing each other in the streets, which shows that Pingyang City has regained its vitality."
Just as he finished speaking, a beam of light came closer from afar.
An old man stopped not far from the flying sword and said to Tian Lin and the others, "Where are you from, fellow Taoist? Don't you know that flying is prohibited in Pingyang City?"
This old man has reached the middle stage of foundation building, but his aura seems extremely weak.
Senior Brother Changxue was about to speak when Tian Lin spoke first, his voice somewhat surprised: "Brother Gao?"
The old man was stunned for a moment, and finally recognized Tian Lin.
"You are-who are you? You might have recognized the wrong person."
After the old man finished speaking, he no longer paid attention to Tian Lin, but said to his senior brothers on the boat: "If you want to enter Pingyang City, please get off the boat and explain your origins, otherwise don't blame me for being ruthless."
Senior Brother Changxue and the others didn't want to get into trouble, so they obediently put away their flying boats and followed the old man down to the ground.
After they revealed their identities, the old man gave each of them a document and allowed Tian Lin and others to enter the city.
After entering the city, Ju Yunhai discovered that Tian Lin was still looking back at the old man at the city gate.
The old man did not have the temperament of a foundation-building cultivator at all. Not only was he dressed rather shabbily, but he also looked rather unkempt.
Taking his eyes off the old man guarding the gate, Ju Yunhai said to Tian Lin, "Junior Brother Tian, do you recognize him?"
Tian Lin shook his head and said, "Maybe I really made a mistake. He looks very similar to a sworn brother of mine, but our ages and personalities seem very different."
(End of this chapter)