Invincible Divine Doctor of the Beautiful Lady-Chapter 957 - 931: Path of Dao Patterns

Everyone’s scores have come out, and a few black horses have emerged among this batch. The most talked about is a person named Ye Liu who came out of nowhere and scored a highest score of 816 points. The second is Zhuang Qian with 756 points. These two people had the first and second highest scores, and since no one knows where they came from, they naturally became the two biggest black horses, causing countless discussions.

Everyone remembered the names of these two people, and praised them.

Even Yao Jiguang, one of the Four Masters of Yang City, showed a few solemn expressions.

First came Tangyu, and now Ye Liu and Zhuang Qian have appeared. It seems that this selection of disciples for the Yanshan Sect is exceptionally exciting.

Zhuang Qian smirked: "Haha, I thought I would have the highest score, but I didn’t expect someone even more fierce than me. I don’t know what background Ye Liu has but he sure looks like a tough guy."

Ye Liu’s build wasn’t tall, rather he appeared somewhat small and thin. His age seemed to be about twenty-five or six. Standing in the crowd, he was particularly conspicuous. No one knew him, he evidently was something of a lone ranger. Judging by his demeanor, it was difficult to get close to him, like he was keeping everyone at arm’s length.

Tangyu also shook his head, saying, "It seems we have another strong competitor."

"Isn’t that right, Brother Tangyu? It looks like we need to join forces against outsiders this time," Zhuang Qian said.

Everyone’s scores were tallied, and the elder in white began announcing the candidates eligible for the second round. Anyone with more than 162 points could proceed.

Upon the announcement of this result, it brought both joy and sorrow; out of two to three thousand participants, only a mere two hundred remained after the first round, with hundreds leaving their lives forever in the gloomy forest. Some, not even their bones remained.

"All those entering the second round step forward, the others may return," the elder in white said solemnly.

The two hundred selected stepped aside, while the others could only leave disheartened, considering it a chance for practice.

To enter the Yanshan Sect, after all, was the fate of very few. Events like fish leaping over the dragon gate, they could only rely on their strength.

Fortune in Immortality, those who could obtain it were very few.

The white-clothed elder made a motion with his hand, revealing a transparent crystal ball, and said, "No one is to resist."

With that, he tossed the crystal ball into the air, and suddenly a beam of light shone down, enveloping all two hundred people. A powerful suction suddenly surged out, like a black hole opening, aspiring to absorb everything in existence and devour it.

Tangyu was secretly startled, realizing that even if he resisted with all his might, he might not be able to withstand this terrifying suction.

What kind of treasure was this? Could it be a spiritual artifact?

Soon, Tangyu felt his body rotate, lifted directly as if dropped into a whirlpool. He immediately felt time and space were entirely distorted and altered. Quickly, he found himself in a confined space from which he could see images outside. The outside world had suddenly become much larger, and the people outside turned into giants one by one.

One by one, figures swiftly flew into the crystal ball, and soon all two hundred entered the crystal ball. This water sphere crystal, no larger than a fist, had accommodated two hundred people.

However, after holding two hundred people, the crystal ball was fully packed, it would be difficult to fit more.

Inside the crystal ball, everyone was extremely amazed, discussing fervently.

Gathering everyone in, the elder in white waved his hand and said to the other four, "Let’s go."

The four immediately took to the sky, speeding towards the direction of the Yanshan Sect.

The crystal ball was held in the hand of the white-clad elder, so the people inside could still see the scenery outside. Before long, a grand immortal palace appeared in everyone’s sight.

On several interconnected mountain peaks stood the immortal palace, with majestic buildings shrouded in seven-colored clouds and mist, presenting the appearance of a holy land of the immortal clan.

The white-clothed elder landed on one of the mountain peaks, made another motion with his hand, and a suction force directed towards the crystal ball expelled the people inside as if releasing floodwaters, allowing them to land on the ground once again.

"That was fast, we arrived at the Yanshan Sect in no time at all."

"Indeed, this is the Yanshan Sect? It truly is a holy land for immortal cultivation; even the air feels soothing. If I could cultivate here, it would definitely yield twice the result with half the effort. Yanshan Sect, I must become a disciple of the Yanshan Sect."

Tangyu also observed his surroundings, the pervasive aura was refreshing to the heart, and the atmosphere here made one feel it was a place of the holy land, the domain of immortals.

A few well-dressed men approached from the side, wearing the Yanshan Sect’s insignia, clearly indicating that they were official disciples of the Yanshan Sect. Each of them was extraordinarily heroic and carried an air of Immortal cultivation, emitting a powerful aura that marked them as formidable.

"Elder Bai, we are all ready on our side," said the leader of the men.

It was only then that everyone realized that the elder in white was called Elder Bai.

Elder Bai nodded slightly and said, "Good, take everyone to challenge the Path of Dao Patterns. Those who succeed can become disciples of the Yanshan Sect. Those who fail will be sent down the mountain."

"Understood, Elder," the man replied immediately.

Elder Bai and his group then departed.

After sending off Elder Bai’s group, the man turned his gaze to Tangyu and the others, offering a friendly smile and said, "Let me introduce myself, I am Hua Fang. You can call me Brother Hua. Your presence here signifies your strength and talent. To have reached this point in the vast land of Yanshan means you all are exceptional and have the potential to embark on the Path of the Immortals."

"However, on this Path of the Immortals, countless will fall. To become a disciple of our Yanshan Sect is rare, each one is a dragon among men. Thus, not everyone present will be able to stay, not everyone can become a disciple of the Yanshan Sect. Some will leave—therefore, the opportunity is right before you; whether you can seize it depends entirely on your own efforts."

"Alright, I’ve said enough. Everyone, follow me. The Path of Dao Patterns is the path you need to challenge. I wish you good luck."

Hua Fang waved his hand and led the crowd toward the inner part of the mountain.

Amid the crowd, there was a lot of discussion.

Zhuang Qian laughed and said, "So it’s the Path of Dao Patterns; I’ve heard a bit about this. It’s said to be a training ground for disciples of the Yanshan Sect. Challenging the Path of Dao Patterns can aid the construction of one’s Dao Foundation. The Path of Dao Patterns is about thoroughly interpreting the Dao, and walking it will give you a feeling of having traversed that path. The benefits are, of course, self-evident. I have always been curious about the Path of Dao Patterns."

"Oh!" Hearing this, Tangyu became intrigued.

Soon, Hua Fang led the group to a stop before a canyon. This canyon is thousands of yards long, quite wide, too—about a hundred yards across and soaring over a thousand yards high. Looking at it, it gives the feeling of a sliver of sky.

Within the canyon, mists in seven colors render its end invisible, offering a mysterious and ethereal feeling akin to a Path of the Immortals.

Before the canyon stood six people, dressed in silver armored clothing, guarding the area. These were the Guard Army of the Yanshan Sect, akin to the City Guard of Yanshan City, though not official disciples of the sect. They still enjoyed certain privileges of Yanshan Sect disciples.

Thus, some who couldn’t become Yanshan Sect disciples willingly became guards to remain within the sect, a way to stay at Yanshan Sect.

Hua Fang turned to the crowd and said, "Behind this is the Path of Dao Patterns. Once you enter, if you can successfully cross to the other side, it’s considered a success. If you can’t hold on, retreat back here. There’s only one path: forward or backward. I will be at the other end, awaiting your triumph. Those who return will be sent down the mountain. Alright, go in and start your challenge."

After speaking, Hua Fang waved his hand, and the crowd entered the Path of Dao Patterns, their figures vanishing into the mist.

Sending everyone into the Path of Dao Patterns, Hua Fang and his companions smiled lightly. This was their first time hosting a newcomer examination.

A man laughed softly and said, "Brother Hua, why be so polite with them? We are the seniors; we should show authority, let them know how to respect us. Haha, that’s where the fun lies. In the past, we had to be straightforward within the sect. Now with new disciples joining, we’re advancing to seniors, which feels great."

Hua Fang glanced at the man and said, "Brother Gu, don’t be too complacent. As seniors, strength speaks in the end. Our power is not particularly strong, so we were tasked with this duty. We shouldn’t overly rely on our seniority with these new disciples. Otherwise, when they grow strong, we’ll suffer for it. Some geniuses are worth befriending. Being polite to them isn’t a loss."

Everyone nodded, agreeing with the logic.

Hua Fang said, "Alright, let’s not linger here. Let’s go to the other end to wait. We must do this duty earnestly. Any mistakes could put us in a tough spot."

"Yes, Brother Hua is right. Let’s go." Everyone nodded immediately.

The group quickly left.

On the Path of Dao Patterns, as Tangyu entered, he immediately felt like he was in another world, with everything else gone. Only a road leading forward stretched out before him, as if he had entered a solitary pathway.

Yu Feng, Zhuang Qian, and the others were nowhere in sight; he was alone. Though they entered together, they vanished upon entering. free𝑤ebnovel.com

Tangyu marveled inwardly at the wonders of this Taoist Pattern Path.

Looking ahead, Tangyu saw an invisible energy barrier blocking his path. A silent voice inside urged him to break through this barrier.