Chapter 12
“W-what did you just say?”
Xu Zheng stared at Wangxuan in disbelief, wondering if he had misheard.
Wangxuan repeated herself, this time more directly: “I suspect that within the Xu and Qin households, a naturally gifted holy constitution suitable for cultivation may have appeared. I request to see the children under the age of ten in both families. If permitted, I wish to bring them into Tianxuan Sect.”
“Of course! Absolutely!” Qin Ruhai, the first to recover, responded with great joy.
“For a child from our families to receive the National Preceptor’s favor—this is… this is the greatest blessing for the Xu and Qin households!” Xu Zheng, now trembling with excitement, stuttered as he spoke.
Had it been any lesser sect, Xu Zheng and Qin Ruhai might not have reacted so dramatically. But this was Tianxuan Sect, one of the Four Sacred Lands and Five Great Sects, known throughout the world.
The Tianxuan Sect held an exalted position, unaffiliated with any dynasty. Its influence could sway the rise and fall of entire kingdoms. The sect admitted very few disciples, and its selection process was exceedingly rigorous.
To even enter Tianxuan Sect as a mere disciple was to command the respect of mid-tier sects, where such individuals would be treated as core heirs. And now, to be chosen personally by Tianxuan Sect’s chief elder to cultivate by her side?
Just the thought of it left Xu Zheng and Qin Ruhai gasping in astonishment.