Attacked by the Female Demon at the Beginning - Chapter 97

Chapter 97: This Time It’s Someone Else’s Traitor

Miao Tinglian, the reserve Saintess of the Tiansheng Sect, had an affair with Senior Brother Mu Qi.

Information about her flashed through Jiang Hao’s mind.

This made him somewhat worried.

But he also found it strange; if she was here to be an undercover agent, why would she use her Golden Core stage cultivation so openly?

“With such remarkable cultivation, may I ask which sect or faction you belong to?” Jiang Hao maintained his composure as he asked.

The other candidates were surprised; among them was someone who even an immortal master would respect.

They were lucky not to have provoked this big sister, some thought with relief.

Of course, some of the older candidates were shocked; they had certain intentions.

After all, among so many people, Miao Tinglian stood out for her beauty.

It was natural to have some thoughts.

“Tiansheng Sect,” Miao Tinglian said openly.

“But I have already defected, and now I come here to surrender. I’ve brought my statement of allegiance; you just need to take me to see your master.”

Betrayal?

Jiang Hao felt a headache coming on, unable to ascertain the truth.

But he didn’t want to use today’s assessment on this person.

The other four people around him were on high alert.

Both Tiansheng Sect and Tianyin Sect were considered Demon Sects, but every member of the Tiansheng Sect was incredibly fanatical.

Provoking them was always troublesome.

“Of course, I will give you something in return.”

Jiang Hao’s hesitation let Miao Tinglian know that she had to offer something. She took out a small bottle, her voice calm.

“As long as you can get me inside, this Heaven Replenishing Pill is yours.”

As her words fell, Zheng Shijiu and Bai Fei from the Hundred Bone Forest were both stunned.

The Heaven Replenishing Pill was exactly what they needed to pursue the Golden Core.

It was worth a fortune.

For a moment, they all felt a strong desire, even considering offering their help directly.

Jiang Hao looked down, his eyes fixed on the bottle, filled with the same longing.

Because this pill was worth at least three thousand spirit stones, and at most ten thousand.

Ten thousand.

Next time he could buy a saber without any hesitation, and he could awaken the bloodline of the rabbit again.

He could also buy a bunch of spirit medicine seeds.

Finally, he decided to use the assessment.

【Miao Tinglian: One of the prospective saintesses of the Tiansheng Sect, mid-stage Golden Core cultivation, exceptional talent. She has successfully defected and wants to join Duanqing Cliff to evade capture by the Tiansheng Sect. She has a relationship with Mu Qi of Tianyin Sect’s Duanqing Cliff, and her defection is also for him.】

Jiang Hao: “…”

When he had previously assessed Senior Brother Mu Qi, he had been worried about the possibility of defection due to the connection with a prospective saintess of the Tiansheng Sect.

But he had never considered that the other party would defect first.

Even so, she was still one of the prospective saintesses of the Tiansheng Sect, which was truly strange.

For now, there was no danger from her, but that could change later.

After hesitating for a moment, he pushed the Heaven Replenishing Pill back.

“The entrance test won’t finish until tomorrow, and we can only take people inside then. Regarding the fairy’s request, I need to report to my master. I hope the fairy will understand.”

Once he accepted the item, any issues that arose would be his responsibility.

If he didn’t accept it, the responsibility would be much less.

Moreover, the way Zheng Shijiu and the others looked at the pill was too eager; accepting it would definitely be troublesome.

Miao Tinglian naturally agreed to Jiang Hao’s suggestion.

The testing continued.

In the end, the results were one Miao Tinglian, two superior talents, nine high, fifty-six above average, one hundred thirty-two average, and two hundred six below average.

The number had far exceeded three hundred.

The mission was complete.

Afterward, Miao Xing gave everyone a book.

Even those without talent received one because if they had high comprehension, the sect would still want them.

High comprehension, given the right opportunity, could lead to soaring success.

Although it rarely happened, what if it did?

“Start reading aloud, ‘Tianyin Strings,'” Miao Xing instructed everyone.

Jiang Hao’s gaze, however, was on the previously mentioned Xiao Li and the self-deprecating youth.

‘Tianyin Strings’ was the initial chapter of the Tianyin Hundred Revolutions, used to test talent.

And it was completely public, not only tested by their sect but also by others. They were even stealing their ‘Tianyin Strings.’

It was said that the sect leader had allowed this, even if it was theft.

The books were specially made; the more one comprehended, the brighter the book would glow, with seven sections in total.

Moments later, the most dazzling were still the two with superior talent.

The others were quite a bit behind, even the nine with high talent.

However, one of the above-average talents surpassed the high ones.

Because there was a limit, they could no longer continue reading.

One above average talent lasted longer than the high ones and even seemed to be catching up to the superior talents.

This was worth paying attention to.

But during this observation period, Xiao Li still showed no talent.

This struck Jiang Hao as extremely odd.

As for the self-deprecating youth, he was average, with three sections.

His name was Lin Zhi, and his background was similar to the two with superior talent.

“It looks like I’ll have to assess Xiao Li tomorrow.”

These two were the ones he wanted to assess; originally, he could have done one today and the other tomorrow.

Now he could only choose one.

Lin Zhi could enter normally, so there was no need for assessment.

Xiao Li needed to be confirmed. If she really was just an ordinary person, it would be better to let her go home.

“You are really lucky; with so few people, you managed to find two with superior talent,” Miao Tinglian remarked.

Jiang Hao didn’t respond. If Miao Tinglian were counted, there would be an exceptional talent among them.

But it was indeed rare for two superior talents to emerge from two thousand people.

Even though their comprehension wasn’t astonishing, they still barely made it to the superior level.

……

After the comprehension test, thirty more people were added.

What remained was the test of perseverance; they set off now, and those who could climb the mountain where disciples were recruited by noon tomorrow would be able to enter the outer sect.

“Spirit root, comprehension, perseverance. Truly a comprehensive recruitment of disciples,” Miao Tinglian said, somewhat surprised.

However, she doesn’t need to participate.

As a Golden Core, there’s no need for testing.

If it weren’t for issues with her identity, she could directly enter the inner sect.

“Arrange the people, we’ll take them in tomorrow,” Zheng Shijiu instructed Miao Xing.

“Yes,” Miao Xing responded, then turned to Jiang Hao.

“Senior Brother, do you think we should keep that Xiao Li?”

Because the little girl had no talent, logically, there was no need to keep her.

And Jiang Hao had not yet written down her name.

So he needed to ask.

“Keep her for now, I’ll decide tomorrow,” Jiang Hao said.

Afterward, he bid farewell to Miao Tinglian before flying back on his sword.

Of course, the two superior disciples were also with them.

Before leaving, Jiang Hao saw the two bidding farewell to Lin Zhi, saying they would meet inside.

Lin Zhi, with his head lowered, forced a smile.

Everyone could see that the future of these two was boundless.

They were too different from the others.

It wouldn’t be long before they widened the gap significantly.

Of course, this was a matter for the three of them, and Jiang Hao didn’t want to interfere.

He only hoped that Lin Zhi could steady himself.

With the many idle talks in the Demon Sect, his future would be difficult.

He just hoped Lin Zhi would maintain his sanity and not let himself be too embarrassed.

Whether it was him avoiding those two or them intentionally distancing themselves, he hoped Lin Zhi could withstand it.

“Senior Brother, Senior Sister, which lineage will we be joining?” Lin Mo asked on the way.

“We don’t know yet,” Zheng Shijiu said with a smile:

“But wherever you go, you’ll be valued.”

“Will we be able to fly with swords like Senior Brother and Senior Sister in the future?” Lin Mo asked longingly.

“Not just like us,” Xin Yuyue said enviously.

“You’ll be even more formidable in the future.”

Jiang Hao didn’t speak; the superior talent of the top disciples was indeed enviable.

But everyone present was not far behind.

“Can we bring our friend to cultivate with us?” Zhao Qingxue suddenly asked.

“No,” Le You said clearly:

“Is it that Lin Zhi? I’ve observed him, and his talent and comprehension are truly limited. The gap between you and him is too great. You can help him, but in the future, there will be an insurmountable gap. If you consider him a friend, I suggest you manage your relationship carefully.”

Hearing this, Jiang Hao was somewhat surprised; this Senior Sister’s words were particularly agreeable.

……

After a while, they landed at the base of the Enforcement Peak, each calling for their master.

Soon, the two superior disciples were taken up the Enforcement Peak, it seemed they had to compete for their place.

Jiang Hao also took the opportunity to inform his master that there were other matters to report.

The answer was to visit his residence tonight.

With this, Jiang Hao was at ease.