The Azure Cloud Sect

Three days after defeating the Zhao Clan disciples, Lin Tian stood at the foot of Azure Cloud Mountain.

The mountain towered above the clouds like a pillar supporting the heavens. Ancient palaces floated in the sky, waterfalls flowed upward through the air, and countless cranes circled the peaks.

"So this is a true cultivation sect..."

Thousands of young cultivators had gathered from every corner of the Heavenly Sky Continent.

Some rode flying swords.

Some arrived atop spirit beasts.

Others wore luxurious robes embroidered with golden dragons and phoenixes.

Lin Tian, dressed in simple clothes, drew countless mocking glances.

"Look at that poor boy."

"He doesn't even have a spirit weapon."

"He'll fail the entrance exam."

Ignoring them, Lin Tian walked toward the enormous jade gate.

Just then, an elderly elder descended from the sky on a flying sword.

"I am Elder Mo," he announced. "Today, you will face three trials. Those who pass may become disciples of the Azure Cloud Sect."

A massive crystal stone rose from the ground.

"The first trial... the Spiritual Root Test."

One by one, the applicants placed their hands on the crystal.

"Earth Root... Pass."

"Fire Root... Excellent."

"Dual Roots... Inner disciple candidate!"

Cheers erupted as prodigies revealed their talents.

Then it was Lin Tian's turn.

The moment his hand touched the crystal, his Infinite Sovereign System spoke.

Warning!

The crystal can detect your true physique. If revealed, powerful forces may hunt you.

Would you like to conceal your talent?

Lin Tian answered silently.

"Yes."

Golden light from the system wrapped around his body.

The crystal glowed softly.

"Low-grade Wind Spiritual Root," Elder Mo announced.

The crowd burst into laughter.

"A low-grade root?"

"He has no chance."

Only Elder Mo frowned.

Strange... For a moment, I sensed an aura that made even my soul tremble.

Before he could investigate, the second trial began.

"The Spirit Beast Forest."

Every participant would enter the forest and retrieve a Spirit Crystal before sunset.

The forest was filled with dangerous beasts, hidden traps, and rival contestants.

As soon as the trial started, many powerful cultivators rushed ahead.

Lin Tian remained calm.

"The fastest path isn't always the safest."

Using his Divine Spirit Eyes, he noticed glowing threads of spiritual energy hidden between the trees.

The threads revealed secret paths invisible to ordinary cultivators.

Hours later, he reached a crystal cave.

Inside lay a brilliant blue Spirit Crystal.

But before he could take it, a deafening roar echoed through the cave.

A gigantic Crimson Flame Tiger emerged from the darkness.

Its fiery eyes locked onto Lin Tian.

Outside the cave, dozens of contestants heard the roar.

"A Second-Rank Spirit Beast!"

"Whoever entered that cave is finished!"

Inside, Lin Tian slowly drew the sword he had received from the system.

Golden dragon energy wrapped around the blade.

The tiger charged.

Lin Tian smiled.

"Perfect."

"I needed a real opponent."

The cave shook as man and beast collided, marking the beginning of Lin Tian's first true battle in the cultivation world.

To be continued...

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