Chapter 34

Chapter 34

Cultivation Through Copulation.

Episode 34: Sect Leader Hall

A tranquil mountain gate, symbolized by a clear stream flowing gently, leads to the main mountain, Sky Wall Peak.

At Sky Wall Peak, clouds hung like a white scarf wrapped around it.

At the summit of Sky Wall Peak stood a simple building,

the Sect Leader Hall of Dark Moon Sect.

Here, the sect leader of Dark Moon Sect, the Xuan Yuan Immortal, Jeon Mu-geuk, had gathered like-minded elders for a meeting.

It was a gathering of the stars of Dark Moon Sect, with the head of the sect, elders from Jade Maiden Peak, and elders from Severed Will Peak in attendance.

They were discussing the future and business of the sect.

During this meeting,

Elder Geum of Severed Will Peak spoke with a grave expression. Being an outsider, he was unrestrained and direct on any topic concerning the sect.

“Our Dark Moon Sect has declined. It is split into factions, and internal strife is rampant. This time is no exception. A rare Single Spiritual Root talent has entered our Sect. Even if we couldn’t immediately make him an inner disciple, we should have at least assigned him a proper mentor.”

Elder Geum exclaimed, clearly angered by the thought. The Singular Spirit Root owner, Yuk-gyeong, was a disciple he had selected and brought into the Sect. It was only natural for him to be upset as the Single Spiritual Root owner was not receiving the treatment he deserved.

Elder Geum continued,

“Has everyone forgotten that it’s been centuries since a Single Spiritual Root owner entered Dark Moon Sect? The Sect wasn’t prepared to take on a Single Spiritual Root owner.”

No one particularly refuted Elder Geum’s words.

Even the head of the Sect, who knew everything, remained silent, simply observing.

The other elders were also fully aware of the gravity of the situation.

The appearance of a Single Spiritual Root cultivator was nothing short of a blessing for the sect. If the Sect could fully support their cultivation, these Single Spiritual Root cultivators stood on the path to soaring heights.

But what is the situation now?

The Single Spiritual Root cultivator was not receiving proper treatment and was instead being oppressed.

Although Elder Bu stepped in to protect the child, there’s no telling when another unjust situation might arise.

At that moment, another elder asked.

“I heard the Single Spiritual Root cultivator went out recently. How could you allow him to go out when something might happen to him?”

Another elder replied.

“But isn’t the elder1 in Manho? As long as he is watching over Manho, no one can touch the child.”

The elder in Manho.

That presence was the reason the Single Spiritual Root cultivator, Yuk-gyeong, could go out without issues.

What kind of elder is he that he can protect the Single Spiritual Root cultivator, Lee Yuk-gyeong, whom other sects would even covet?

The elders of the Hall of Elders nodded as if they had complete trust in that elder.

But one person stepped forward to object.

“Everyone knows he sleeps a lot. What if something happened to the child while he was sleeping?”

“Surely, he can discern the importance of matters. Are you doubting him?”

“Of course not…”

Elder Geum, who brought Yuk-gyeong, spoke again. This time, the topic was more sensitive.

“For what reason have we pretended not to know about the existence of the Single Spiritual Root cultivator until now? Isn’t it all because of the Jang family?”

The Jang family.

The family that has produced two Core Formation Elders and and revered one of the Grand Elders of the Dark Moon Elders’ Council as their patriarch.

The newly brought in Two Spiritual Root owner and their passionate dedication to nurturing the lively inner disciples made them a great force within the Sect, resulting in their significant influence in the Dark Moon Sect.

What kind of family could have influence when it comes to cultivation, yet the Dark Moon Sect was a sect with a deep history. It’s not uncommon for members to form families over the long years of its existence.

In fact, besides the Jang family, there were also other small familial clans, which was a natural phenomenon.

When Elder Geum broached the topic about the Jang family, other elders eagerly joined the conversation.

“The Jang family’s tyranny has reached its peak. They’re openly saying to concentrate resources for the Two Spiritual Root owner from their family.”

“Even though there are only two Two Spiritual Root owners in the Sect, haven’t they already received plenty of resources? The Jang family is too greedy.”

“Is the Jang family really looking out for the Sect? They’re only looking after their clan members.”

The gathered sect leaders and elders thought the Jang family’s behavior was excessive, and there was a tendency to exaggerate their tyranny.

Still, it was a well-known fact that they favored their own clan members and took more Sect resources.

Elder Geum went a step further.

“Unless a superhuman suddenly descends from the sky, it’s clear that Dark Moon Sect will fade into history. It’s as clear as day.”

Elder Geum’s words made the elders draw in their breath.

Talking about the Sect’s collapse could lead to charges of defamation, as it was akin to insulting the foundation of the Sect.

But Elder Geum was the type to speak his mind. If he thought it, he said it.

One elder pointed at Elder Geum and confronted him.

“The history of Dark Moon Sect is long, and yet you’re saying it will disappear into the annals of history? Are you really an elder?”

The Iron-faced Elder Geum faced the accusing elder with his usual cold and stern expression, and the elder confronting him stood firm without backing down.

As the two Core Formation elders engaged in their battle of wills, the Sect Leader Hall trembled slightly with a rumbling sound.

When the confrontation reached that point, the Sect Leader stepped in to calm the situation.

“Hoho, let’s be cautious not to let things overheat. Everyone is speaking for the sake of the Sect, so let’s all be considerate. After all, we can’t just hear what we want to hear.”

Only then did the two elders suppress their aggressive aura and step back.

The force that had shaken the Sect Leader Hall vanished as if it had been washed away. Both were elders with near-perfect mastery of Core Formation aura control.

Elder Kim spoke in a more subdued tone.

“It’s the Single Spiritual Root owner we’re talking about. All the elders are eyeing it. The moment the balance is broken, anyone will surely reach for it. Don’t you also desire the Single Spiritual Root owner, Sect Leader?”

“Hmm, hmm.”

“Does the Sect Leader have the leisure to take on another disciple when he’s already busy with his duties as the sect leader?”

“Leisure can be made… I understand. But those looks. According to the Sect hierarchy, I won’t be taking on a disciple.”

After all, a disciple of the sect leader is at the level of an elder. While they can’t truly be compared to real elders, their status ensured that even elders couldn’t treat them lightly.

It was only natural that taking on the newly initiated Yuk-gyeong as a disciple would disrupt the order.

Not that Yuk-gyeong was unqualified….

Orthodox sects preferred to avoid issues arising from hierarchy. In contrast, the Demonic sects likely didn’t concern themselves with such matters.

The problem was that they didn’t care about hierarchy, nor did they care about other things.

“What about the disciple named Lee Yuk-gyeong? Is he adapting well to the Sect?”

“As a Single Spiritual Root owner, his talent is beyond question, and his character is excellent too. Even after winning the martial arts tournament, he doesn’t become arrogant or oppress others. Even if someone he used to call senior has a lower cultivation level, he doesn’t try to overturn them. This alone earns him points for adhering to the Sect’s rules.”

Another elder added.

“His patience is also remarkable. He didn’t complain once even under the pressure from the Jang family.”

Though it was because he couldn’t find anyone to complain to, indeed, Yuk-gyeong never uttered a single complaint.

In a cultivation sect that walks the righteous path, character and patience were very important virtues.

What is the Dao, and what is goodness?

It is endurance, silence, and steadfastness.

In the eyes of the elders, Yuk-gyeong was a talent suitable for all these qualities.

Then an elder interrupted and threw a wrench into the discussion.

“What about his cultivation level? No matter how kind and good a person is, if his cultivation level doesn’t follow, he is rubbish. In the cultivation world, one’s level speaks for everything.”

“Is that the way a righteous sect elder speaks…ahem. Disciple Lee Yuk-gyeong is currently at Qi Condensation 8-Star, which he achieved in just a week, making him famous.”

“Qi Condensation 8-Star in just a week! Such a genius?”

“Qi Condensation 8-star.”

“Is it even possible to reach Qi Condensation 8-Star in just one week?”

“Elder Mok, how long did it take you to reach Qi Condensation 8-Star after you started cultivating? Two years? That fellow did it in a week.”

The murmuring among the elders grew louder.

Elder Geum added a word.

“To reach Qi Condensation 8-Star in just a week is a catastrophic leap in cultivation. In particular, if he managed such a rise without a pure Yang body, it means his Comprehension is exceptional.”

“Hmph, what’s so special about Qi Condensation 8-Star? Even the Sect Leader’s disciple reached Qi Condensation Great Perfection in just a month.”

Elder Yoon of Sky Wall Peak was someone who always had something to complain about. Everyone was used to his constant grumbling and knew he held no malice towards his targets. It was just a bad habit of his.

If Yuk-gyeong were here, he might have said:

‘I reached Qi Condensation Great Perfection in a week.’

What would have happened then? Would the Sect Leader Hall have been turned upside down?

However, Yuk-gyeong wasn’t here now, and the Sect Leader Hall remained undisturbed.

Another elder retorted to Elder Yoon’s grumbling.

“Is it even fair to compare him to the Sect Leader’s disciple? The Sect Leader’s disciple is also an exceptional talent. His comprehension is heaven-sent, and he was born with the Heavenly Spiritual Body, so it’s only natural his Qi Condensation stage breakthrough was quick.”

“Disciple Lee Yuk-gyeong is no less. Who knows, he might rival the Sect Leader’s disciple in the future. A Single Spiritual Root owner has that kind of potential.”

“Potential or not, that kid is at Qi Condensation 8-Star. Who will take him as a disciple? It’s best to decide before he reaches the Foundation Establishment stage.”

At those words, Elder Geum immediately stepped forward, as if no one could stop him.

“I will take Yuk-gyeong as my disciple. I’ve had my eye on him since he came in.”

“Elder Geum! If disciples were chosen based on who saw them first, then the Sect Leader’s disciple would have been my disciple!”

“Then why don’t you take the Sect Leader’s disciple as your disciple? I’ll take care of this child.”

“Hoho, Elder Geum. Shouldn’t you be more cautious when taking in a disciple? You ought to think it over carefully and discuss it thoroughly first…”

“My mind is unchanged.”

“Then my mind is unchanged too! That child must become my disciple!”

This time, Elder Geum had to endure the glares of several elders. Elder Geum’s actions clearly indicated that he didn’t care about the other elders’ dignity.

Although Elder Geum seemed to be at a disadvantage this time, he stood firm and never backed down.

It showed his determination to accept Yuk-gyeong as his disciple.

As another power struggle was about to erupt, the Sect Leader intervened and waved his sleeve.

A gust of wind swept through the Sect Leader Hall, quelling the rising tension in an instant.

“Enough, enough! Regardless of who becomes that child’s master, what’s important is creating an environment where the child can focus on cultivation. First, bring him to Sky Wall Peak so he can fully concentrate on his training. Moreover, with his momentum, it won’t take more than a few years for him to perfect the Qi Condensation stage, so prepare the Foundation Establishment pill.”

TL/N: The term elder here does not refer to an elder in the sect, but the honorific term for someone who is much older ↩️