Chapter 1665 - Poking at Sore Spot
Chen Fan remained silent. That was the truth.
A person’s achievements were not determined by talent alone. Willpower mattered. Opportunity mattered. Above all, the stage one stood upon mattered most.
If Chen Fan had remained on the Tianwu Continent, his achievement would have stopped at the Void Immortal level. He would never have reached his present heights, nor enjoyed the glory he now possessed.
“So, that’s the true purpose of the Immortals Assembly: to select the best talents, nurture them with the Heavenly Court’s resources, and absorb them into our ranks. In doing so, they strengthen the human race itself. Even the so-called immortal holy lands can’t compare to the Heavenly Court’s support.”
The teahouse patrons nodded in agreement.
They were all natives of the city, each carrying a deep-rooted pride. While the court no longer had its former glory, it remained a towering presence above the forces of the Heavenly Realm. Immortal holy lands and top factions alike were still forced to bow their heads. More than that, many of their greatest experts held positions within the Heavenly Court itself, wielding immense authority.
“It’s mainly the prodigies of the immortal holy lands and top forces that stand out among the contestants. Rogue cultivators might have talent, but their resources are far too scarce,” another customer added.
The teahouse patrons favored the prodigies from the various forces. Exceptional rogue cultivators occasionally appeared; in terms of overall strength and depth, they simply couldn’t compare.
The assembly was once exclusive to the immortal holy lands and the top forces. It was only after the ancestors of rogue cultivators and minor factions banded together in protest that the doors were finally opened to all.
At a nearby table, a young girl of fourteen or fifteen puffed out her cheeks in displeasure. “Senior Brother, they’re crossing the line. They make it sound like we’re only here to serve as background characters.”