Chapter 117
The Ascension Mountain of the Tianxuan Sect, also known as the Dao-Seeking Mountain or Heart-Questioning Mountain, holds great significance. Legend has it that this mountain was carried over from the southern demon territory’s Heavenly Mountain range by the sect’s founding ancestor when the Tianxuan Sect was established.
When cultivators set foot on this mountain, the path they have chosen to cultivate is put to the test, and their Dao hearts are repeatedly questioned. The higher one climbs, the firmer their Dao heart is proven to be.
Among the younger generation, only Qin Qingwan has ever reached the summit of Ascension Mountain, doing so without a moment’s hesitation. In contrast, the outer disciples participating in the inner sect selection pale in comparison.
These outer disciples are chosen through a competition within the outer sect. According to the sect’s rules, reaching halfway up the mountain qualifies them to pass the selection and officially become inner sect disciples. However, Qin Qingwan believes that less than one-tenth of these outer disciples will make it this time.
As Elder Chen put it, “This is the worst batch of outer disciples I have ever seen.” But then again, he said the same thing last time.
As expected, out of the 300 disciples climbing Ascension Mountain, only 25 managed to reach halfway up. The highest climber fell short of the summit by nearly fifty zhang.
Regardless, the inner sect trials had finally concluded. Before Xia Donghua and the others could invite Qin Qingwan to visit the neighboring Watching Sea Peak, she hurriedly flew back to her home at the Valley of a Thousand Blossoms.
When Qin Qingwan returned, she found her master waiting for her amidst a sea of flowers.
“Master,” Qin Qingwan stepped forward and bowed, “Why have you come?”