Chapter 10

However, even among the same tier of sects, the strength can vary greatly. After all, a Fourth Rank and a Sixth Rank of the Innate Realm both belong to third-rate sects, but a Sixth Rank can easily defeat a Fourth Rank in just a few moves.

The same applies to Ninth and Seventh Ranks of the Innate Realm, and the gap between Master-level experts is even greater.

There is also a significant difference among Grand Masters. Otherwise, Shaolin, Wudang, and the Confucian Holy Land would not be listed separately.

As for the current leader of the Sun Moon Sect, this old man, is the greatest guarantee that the Sun Moon Sect can become a first-rate power, because he is the only Master-level expert in the Sun Moon Sect.

At this moment, this leader, who has absolute authority in the Sun Moon Sect, is calmly looking at his subordinates, the dozen or so people standing below the stone steps.

In the face of the old man's calm gaze, these dozen or so people, although they are high-ranking officials in the Sun Moon Sect, do not dare to relax at all. They knew what they were going to discuss tonight, as they had all received the news not long after noon that a super genius had emerged in the Sun Moon Sect's training base.

They certainly did not doubt the accuracy of this news. The training base is not far from Blackwood Cliff, and they soon received confirmation, which also surprised them greatly.

However, since the leader had not yet spoken, none of them dared to do anything. Such a genius, the leader would certainly not ignore. How the super genius would be treated next would depend on the leader's decision.

However, based on their understanding of the leader, this person named Dongfang Sheng would likely rise to prominence very quickly.

If it were twenty years ago, the leader might still have been wary of the super genius's talent, fearing that he would threaten his position in a decade or two. But now, he is no longer concerned.

Because the leader is truly an old man, he is too old.

Even with his Master-level strength, he can only last another ten years or so. This is a tacit understanding among the upper echelons of the Sun Moon Sect. After ten years, even if the super genius rises to prominence, it would be a good thing for the leader, as it would mean finding a qualified successor, wouldn't it?

However, for the leader, the emergence of a super genius is a good thing, but for some other high-ranking officials in the Sun Moon Sect, it is not so good.

Especially for those who have aspirations for the future leadership of the Sun Moon Sect, the thought of the super genius's rapid cultivation speed and formidable combat power makes them want to get rid of Dongfang Sheng as soon as possible.

Of course, there are also those with good intentions. Some high-ranking officials in the Sun Moon Sect are very happy about Dongfang Sheng's appearance. They know they are not suitable to be the leader and are wholeheartedly dedicated to the Sun Moon Sect.

As for those who are neutral and uninvolved, they are the most numerous. As long as Dongfang Sheng does not encroach on their interests, they can accept even a small loss of resources.

Of course, they all know that their thoughts are meaningless, and everything depends on the leader's decision. As long as he speaks, no one in the Sun Moon Sect dares to disobey, because those who dare to disobey are already dead.

"Today, the reason I called everyone here is clear to all of you," the old man, the current leader of the Sun Moon Sect, Zhou Tianli, said after a long pause. His voice, though not loud, resonated throughout the grand hall, exuding authority and grandeur.

"Please enlighten us, Leader!" The dozen or so people bowed slightly and clasped their fists in unison.

"Hmm, how long has it been since the Sun Moon Sect has produced such a super genius? This is a sign from heaven that our sect is about to flourish! Hahaha!" Zhou Tianli nodded slightly and suddenly laughed loudly.

The dozen or so people's eyes flickered, and they all understood Zhou Tianli's thoughts. They immediately bowed slightly and clasped their fists again, saying in unison, "Congratulations to the Leader, and may the emergence of this super genius bring prosperity to our sect!"

"Good." Zhou Tianli's voice was loud and excited, "Issue the order: give Dongfang Sheng the best treatment for the next two years. Anyone who dares to harm him will be punished severely for treason."

Zhou Tianli said sternly, his seemingly old and cloudy eyes scanning the crowd below the stone steps with a deep and meaningful gaze.

"Yes! We will follow the Leader's orders!" The dozen or so people immediately bowed and clasped their fists again, answering loudly and firmly.

Some of those with ulterior motives knew that since Zhou Tianli had made up his mind, it was best to put aside their thoughts. At least before Dongfang Sheng officially enters the martial world, they should not have any malicious intentions.

As for after Dongfang Sheng enters the martial world in a few years, as long as they do not go too far, the leader will not interfere. After all, this is the Sun Moon Sect, and if he has not experienced any trials and tribulations, how can he become a high-ranking official or even the leader in the future?

Zhou Tianli naturally understood the thoughts of some people, but as some of them thought, once Dongfang Sheng officially enters the martial world, if he has not been tempered, how can he be a leader?

As long as they do not go too far, he will not interfere. If Dongfang Sheng cannot withstand the internal trials of the Sun Moon Sect, how can he withstand the trials of the world?

Therefore, if Dongfang Sheng dies in those trials, it will be his own fault, and no one will care about a dead person, no matter how talented he is.

However, before Dongfang Sheng officially enters the martial world, Zhou Tianli will certainly ensure his safety and give him the greatest support.

"Hmm, in two years, we will see how Dongfang Sheng refines his first thread of internal energy. As long as it reaches the level of Great Perfection, we will fully support him in cultivating to the Innate Realm."

Zhou Tianli said again with an unyielding tone.

"Yes!" The crowd responded again.

"Hmm, you may leave!" Zhou Tianli glanced at the crowd, waved his sleeve, and said calmly.

"We take our leave." The crowd bowed and clasped their fists, slowly exiting the grand hall. They knew that from now on, the Sun Moon Sect would have another person of significant status, even a key figure, and that person is Dongfang Sheng, who has earned his position with his talent.

In the grand hall, Zhou Tianli remained still, sitting quietly and looking at the entrance of the hall.

Not long after noon, when he received the message from Zhou Tan, he once again lamented his old age. He knew he could only last another ten years or so, and after ten years, it would be his time to go, unless he could break through to the Grand Master level and extend his life.

However, he also knew that with his age and talent, breaking through to the Grand Master level was as difficult as ascending to heaven, so he did not have much hope.

What worried him was the future of the Sun Moon Sect. Currently, the Sun Moon Sect relies entirely on him. The remaining high-ranking officials, though in their forties, will be in their fifties in ten years, but their talent is limited, and their martial arts can only reach the late Innate Realm, which is far from enough to support the Sun Moon Sect.

Among the younger members, although there are many more outstanding individuals, none of them can refine their first thread of internal energy with the level of Great Perfection. Only a young man named Ren Woxing, in his twenties, has the potential to break through to the Master level.

However, compared to true geniuses, he is still far behind. In the past, it might have been acceptable, but in today's world, super geniuses are emerging one after another.

Take the Great Ming Kingdom, for example. The third young master of the Divine Sword Manor broke through to the Fourth Rank of the Innate Realm at the age of twelve, and the young masters of the Ten Thousand Plum Manor, Ximen Chui Xue, and the White Cloud City, Ye Gu Cheng, and others, are all super geniuses with the level of Great Perfection in their first thread of internal energy.

Other countries are no less impressive, with super geniuses emerging one after another. Zhou Tianli has a premonition that in the next twenty years or so, long-hidden Grand Masters may reappear in the martial world.

How could this not make Zhou Tianli worry about the Sun Moon Sect?

Now, a true super genius has appeared in the Sun Moon Sect, and he is very excited. However, he only has about ten years left, and he does not know if this super genius named Dongfang Sheng can grow strong enough to protect himself within these ten years.

As for whether Dongfang Sheng can smoothly take over the leadership from him, Zhou Tianli does not have much hope. After all, ten years is too short. Refining the first thread of internal energy takes two years, and it is best to stay at the Pre-Innate stage for another two years to build a solid foundation.

At the Innate stage, the gap between each level is significant. To suppress the masses and take over the leadership, one needs to reach at least the Ninth Rank of the Innate Realm, which is almost impossible.

In the world, although super geniuses cultivate quickly and have strong combat power at the same level, they generally do not break through to the Ninth Rank of the Innate Realm until they are in their twenties, and then break through to the Master level.

Therefore, within these ten years, he only hopes that Dongfang Sheng can withstand the trials and have enough strength to protect himself. In the future, when he has the strength, he can reclaim the leadership and lead the Sun Moon Sect to greater heights.

"Tell Zhou Xing to protect Dongfang Sheng's safety. Replace those who pose a danger, and send a batch of good medicinal herbs over." Suddenly, Zhou Tianli said to the empty grand hall.

"Yes!" A voice without any emotional fluctuation responded from the empty grand hall.

Clearly, this is a mysterious organization belonging to the leader of the Sun Moon Sect.

"Dongfang Sheng, this is all I can give you. I hope you do not disappoint me." Zhou Tianli looked at the empty grand hall and thought to himself.

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