Human Clan Defender-Chapter 864 - 29-30: Divine Path Breakthrough (Two - s in One)

It's understandable.

After all, being a direct disciple, they wouldn't bother with matters concerning the outer sect disciples.

Above the outer sect.

Is the inner sect.

All disciples who reach the Saint Rank can become inner sect disciples.

It can be said.

The inner sect disciples act as the backbone for any sect, serving as the reserve for future Divine Realm practitioners.

The transition from Saint Rank to Divine Realm is immensely difficult.

If.

Out of a hundred in the Saint Rank, one can reach the Divine Realm, then a thousand in the Saint Rank could yield a hundred in the Divine Realm.

Therefore.

The larger the base of inner sect disciples, the more substantial the sect's foundation becomes.

However, the consumption is astonishing.

But in comparison to the subsequent benefits, this level of consumption is something both the sect and the supporting clan can sustain.

After becoming an inner sect disciple, those who break through to the Divine Realm can further elevate their status to become true disciples.

If.

The inner sect disciples are the backbone of the sect, serving as the reserve for future Divine Realms, then true disciples are the main external force of the sect.

As for the direct disciples.

They are the exceptional ones who emerge from the true disciples and are eligible to become direct disciples.

Any direct disciple.

Has the potential to become a Divine King in the future.

However.

Becoming a Divine King is exceedingly difficult.

Even among direct disciples, only a few truly become Divine Kings.

Nonetheless.

All direct disciples are fully nurtured by the sect, and if any among them manages to become a Divine King, it's entirely worthwhile.

Leaving the Internal Affairs Hall.

Shen Changqing took ten members of the Qingfeng Clan back to Qiu Peak.

"From now on, you are the disciples of my Qiu Peak. You can collect the necessary resources from the Sect Internal Affairs Pavilion, and as for cultivation techniques, you can choose to study at the Sect Scripture Pavilion or consult with Cui Fu."

While speaking, he glanced at Cui Fu beside him, offering an introduction.

"Cui Fu is the steward of my Qiu Peak and a Saint Rank expert. Having spent many years in the Candle Sect with rich cultivation experience, I believe he can guide you without issue."

"Additionally—"

"These are geniuses of the Qingfeng Clan. Now that they have joined my Qiu Peak as outer disciples, Cui Fu, if you have time, guide them a little too."

Shen Changqing ultimately looked at Cui Fu, giving him a reminder.

Teaching disciples.

He certainly wasn't going to waste his time on it.

If this were the Human Clan, it would be fine. With him currently donning Zhongshan Chou's identity, doing this would be superfluous.

Given the steward of Qiu Peak's experience, guiding some Transcendent disciples should pose no problem.

Cui Fu bowed: "Rest assured, Peak Master, I will certainly do my utmost."

"That's for the best."

——

After dealing with the affairs of the Qingfeng Clan, just as Shen Changqing was about to leave the Candle Sect to handle the two Divine Kingdom Fragments in his possession, Zhongshan Xia visited again.

"Elder Xia suddenly visits; may I know what guidance you have?"

For this powerful figure of the Candle Sect, he harbored significant apprehension.

Blending into the Candle Sect in disguise, Shen Changqing truly didn't wish to confront the sect's powerful figures.

Even though the possibility of being uncovered was extremely slim, you couldn't be too careful.

If he really were found out, he might not even have the chance to escape.

Now.

He's come to understand that while a first-grade Divine Skill is powerful, it's not strong enough to contend with a Divine King.

With the foundation of the Candle Sect, even possessing a first-grade Divine Skill doesn't guarantee a safe retreat.

Simply put.

The strength of a Divine Skill depends on one's power.

Without sufficient power.

The force a Divine Skill can exert is limited.

In Zhongshan Chou's memories, this Elder Xia was no ordinary figure.

Divine Realm Perfection!

And not comparable to any ordinary Divine Realm Perfection.

Not noticing Shen Changqing's inner apprehension, Zhongshan Xia spoke calmly: "Did you reclaim the Qingfeng Clan?"

"Yes."

Shen Changqing nodded in acknowledgment.

He never thought this matter could be kept a secret from the Candle Sect.

Furthermore.

There was no need to hide it.

"You have done well!"

Zhongshan Xia displayed a rare smile as he took out a Jade Box.

"Reclaiming the Qingfeng Clan raises our clan's fortunes; this is a good deed, and the sect rewards you with a Purifying Stone."

As he spoke.

The Jade Box in his hand floated up on its own, landing in front of the other.

Seeing this.

Shen Changqing directly accepted the Jade Box.

"Thank you for the sect's reward!"

"Cultivate well."

Zhongshan Xia slightly shook his head, uttered those words, and then turned and left directly.

Seeing this, Shen Changqing said nothing and then shifted his gaze to the Jade Box in front of him.

Opening the Jade Box.

Inside was a crystal-like irregular stone, quietly resting there.

Purifying Stone!

An ultimate treasure that can refine the impurities of faith, allowing cultivators to quickly absorb the power of faith.

"The reason Zhongshan Chou entered the Death Forbidden Zone was to find the Purifying Stone, and to think it ends up in my hands in this manner—truly, fate makes fools of us all!"

Shen Changqing felt a sense of wonder.

If Zhongshan Chou hadn't entered the Death Forbidden Zone, he might not have fallen into his hands.

As it stands now.

The man perished, and the Purifying Stone, instead, came into his possession. 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

The unpredictability of life, that's what it refers to.

"Now, having gained eighty percent of the Qingfeng Clan's faith, it's currently more than double the faith I previously obtained. In this way, it seems timely to utilize the Purifying Stone to advance my borrowed origin to the fourth level of the Divine Realm!"