## Chapter 2127— A Single Finger
The entire recruitment ground remained silent.
Yang Lin calmly stepped down from the arena.
His expression never changed.
He slowly walked toward Qin Lu and the others.
Qin Lu smiled faintly.
"You held back."
Yang Lin nodded.
"A little."
Xue Yao shook her head helplessly.
"A little?"
"You only raised one finger."
Shuiluo Sha laughed.
"You didn't even move your feet."
Han Chen smiled.
"Poor opponent."
FeiFei excitedly jumped.
"Yang Lin!"
"That was amazing!"
"You scared everyone!"
Su Qinglan covered her smile.
Liao Yue sighed.
"I expected something unbelievable..."
"But not this."
Xiao Rui quietly looked at him.
"You defeated him without effort."
Daji smiled beautifully.
"As expected."
Zhao Feng laughed.
"I almost felt sorry for him."
Gu Tian nodded.
"One finger."
"That's all."
Bai Yao smiled bitterly.
"You really don't leave any room for others."
Ning Mei softly laughed.
"You've frightened the entire sect."
Han Qing nodded.
"Even the Peak Masters were shocked."
Yue Bingxin smiled.
"They're all staring at you."
Su Liyulu calmly nodded.
"It was clean."
Cui Ye smiled.
"Perfect control."
Liu Yi nodded.
"Not even a wasted movement."
Qin Mo laughed.
"You embarrassed every genius here."
Shen Rui sighed.
"They'll remember today forever."
Baiyu smiled.
"You never disappoint."
Xu Yi nodded.
"Exactly as expected."
Mo Han folded his arms.
"Simple."
"Direct."
Yu Lianhua smiled.
"It was elegant."
Yu Huaxianzi nodded.
"Very elegant."
Hua Chao laughed.
"Everyone else fought for dozens of exchanges."
"You used one finger."
Yang Lin calmly asked,
"How was it?"
Everyone looked at each other.
Speechless.
Yet all smiled.
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Soon—
the remaining matches also ended.
Several disciples had no opponents left because every challenger had already been eliminated.
Those disciples were directly accepted as High-Tier Outer Sect disciples.
Meanwhile—
Yang Lin...
Qin Lu...
Xue Yao...
Shuiluo Sha...
Han Chen...
FeiFei...
Su Qinglan...
Liao Yue...
Xiao Rui...
Daji...
Zhao Feng...
Gu Tian...
Bai Yao...
Ning Mei...
Han Qing...
Yue Bingxin...
Su Liyulu...
Cui Ye...
Liu Yi...
Qin Mo...
Shen Rui...
Baiyu...
Xu Yi...
Mo Han...
Yu Lianhua...
Yu Huaxianzi...
Hua Chao...
were all directly accepted as Inner Sect disciples.
Ju Jingli.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
Were also accepted as Inner Sect disciples.
The entire arena erupted into applause.
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## Chapter 2128 — The Choice of Masters
Sect Master Zhen Yi slowly stood.
His calm voice echoed throughout the recruitment grounds.
"All Inner Sect disciples..."
"Step onto the arena once more."
Everyone obeyed.
The silver arena became filled with the newest Inner Sect disciples.
Zhen Yi continued,
"If any of you wish..."
"to become the personal disciple of one of the Twelve Peak Masters..."
"you may request it."
"If accepted..."
"you shall receive the status of Core Disciple."
The disciples became excited.
Above—
the Twelve Peak Masters quietly observed everyone.
Some nodded.
Some smiled.
Some silently evaluated every disciple.
Their gazes lingered on Ju Jingli...
the four young masters...
and most of all—
Yang Lin.
Suddenly—
Peak Master Hu Yunlie stood.
"I wish..."
"to accept Yang Lin as my personal disciple."
Before anyone recovered—
Peak Master Fu Linyi also stood.
"I wish the same."
The entire arena became silent.
The remaining ten Peak Masters widened their eyes.
They also wanted Yang Lin.
But they forced themselves to remain seated.
Their gazes slowly shifted toward Ju Jingli...
Feng Tianyu...
Mu Jianhong...
Yan Zixuan...
and Guo Chenyi.
Just as another Peak Master was about to speak—
a calm voice interrupted.
"I request..."
"to become the personal disciple..."
"of Sect Master Zhen Yi."
Everyone turned.
It was—
Ju Jingli.
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## Chapter 2129 — An Unexpected Decision
Silence filled the arena.
Even Sect Master Zhen Yi was surprised.
Sun Mi blinked.
Yuqin Yi looked at Ju Jingli with curiosity.
The Twelve Peak Masters exchanged glances.
None expected someone to directly request the Sect Master.
Only Yang Lin...
Qin Lu...
Xue Yao...
Shuiluo Sha...
Han Chen...
FeiFei...
Su Qinglan...
Liao Yue...
Xiao Rui...
Daji...
Zhao Feng...
Gu Tian...
Bai Yao...
Ning Mei...
Han Qing...
Yue Bingxin...
Su Liyulu...
Cui Ye...
Liu Yi...
Qin Mo...
Shen Rui...
Baiyu...
Xu Yi...
Mo Han...
Yu Lianhua...
Yu Huaxianzi...
and Hua Chao...
remained completely calm.
After a long moment—
Zhen Yi smiled.
"Very well."
"I accept."
Ju Jingli respectfully cupped her hands.
"This disciple thanks Sect Master."
The atmosphere became lively once again.
Then—
Zhen Yi slowly turned toward Yang Lin.
His gaze lingered on him for several breaths.
Afterward—
he looked at Hu Yunlie and Fu Linyi.
"I'm sorry..."
"to the two Peak Leaders."
"This Sect Master..."
"will personally accept Yang Lin."
Hu Yunlie smiled helplessly.
Fu Linyi sighed softly.
Neither objected.
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## Chapter 2130 — Following Yang Lin
Sect Master Zhen Yi continued.
He looked toward Qin Lu and the others.
"Are any of you..."
"also willing..."
"to become my personal disciples?"
Before anyone answered—
Yang Lin calmly looked toward Xue Yao...
Shuiluo Sha...
Baiyu...
Xu Yi...
Mo Han...
Bai Yao...
Su Liyulu...
Shen Rui...
Cui Ye...
Liu Yi...
and Qin Mo.
He calmly said,
"For now..."
"agree."
"I know..."
"he is weak."
"But this will give us standing in the Lower Realm."
Without hesitation—
everyone nodded.
"We agree."
Yang Lin respectfully cupped his hands.
Qin Lu followed.
Then—
Xue Yao.
Shuiluo Sha.
Han Chen.
FeiFei.
Su Qinglan.
Liao Yue.
Xiao Rui.
Daji.
Zhao Feng.
Gu Tian.
Bai Yao.
Ning Mei.
Han Qing.
Yue Bingxin.
Su Liyulu.
Cui Ye.
Liu Yi.
Qin Mo.
Shen Rui.
Baiyu.
Xu Yi.
Mo Han.
Yu Lianhua.
Yu Huaxianzi.
Hua Chao.
All respectfully cupped their hands.
"We are willing..."
"to become Sect Master Zhen Yi's personal disciples."
Hu Yunlie laughed.
"Since everyone agrees..."
"that is excellent."
Fu Linyi nodded with a smile.
"It is a good outcome."
The remaining Peak Masters also smiled happily.
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## Chapter 2131 — The Greatest Recruitment
Sun Mi smiled warmly.
"This year's recruitment..."
"is extraordinary."
Yuqin Yi also smiled.
Her cold expression became much gentler.
Her beautiful eyes unconsciously rested on Yang Lin.
Yang Lin only glanced at her briefly.
Then calmly returned his gaze to Zhen Yi and the Twelve Peak Masters.
Yuqin Yi immediately looked away.
A faint blush appeared on her face.
Sun Mi noticed everything.
She simply smiled without saying anything.
At that moment—
Sect Master Zhen Yi looked toward Feng Tianyu...
Mu Jianhong...
Yan Zixuan...
and Guo Chenyi.
"You four..."
"are you willing..."
"to become my personal disciples as well?"
All four immediately bowed.
"Yes, Sect Master."
The Twelve Peak Masters sighed helplessly.
Then all laughed.
Hu Yunlie smiled.
"This year's disciples..."
"are the finest I have seen in countless eras."
Yang Lin calmly spoke,
"This era..."
"will shine above all."
Silence.
Sect Master Zhen Yi's eyes brightened.
Sun Mi looked surprised.
Yuqin Yi stared quietly at Yang Lin.
The Twelve Peak Masters exchanged meaningful glances.
Ju Jingli.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
All revealed thoughtful expressions.
Zhen Yi smiled.
"Great ambition."
Only Qin Lu...
Xue Yao...
Shuiluo Sha...
Han Chen...
FeiFei...
Su Qinglan...
Liao Yue...
Xiao Rui...
Daji...
Zhao Feng...
Gu Tian...
Bai Yao...
Ning Mei...
Han Qing...
Yue Bingxin...
Su Liyulu...
Cui Ye...
Liu Yi...
Qin Mo...
Shen Rui...
Baiyu...
Xu Yi...
Mo Han...
Yu Lianhua...
Yu Huaxianzi...
and Hua Chao...
understood.
It would not only change Rui Star.
One day—
the entire World of Cultivation would change.
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## Chapter 2132 — The Main Hall
Sect Master Zhen Yi smiled.
"Everyone..."
"follow me."
"Welcome..."
"to the Main Hall of the Qingyun Sword Sect."
He flew into the sky.
Sun Mi followed.
Yuqin Yi followed.
The Twelve Peak Masters also rose into the air.
Behind them—
Yang Lin.
Qin Lu.
Xue Yao.
Shuiluo Sha.
Han Chen.
FeiFei.
Su Qinglan.
Liao Yue.
Xiao Rui.
Daji.
Zhao Feng.
Gu Tian.
Bai Yao.
Ning Mei.
Han Qing.
Yue Bingxin.
Su Liyulu.
Cui Ye.
Liu Yi.
Qin Mo.
Shen Rui.
Baiyu.
Xu Yi.
Mo Han.
Yu Lianhua.
Yu Huaxianzi.
Hua Chao.
Ju Jingli.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
All followed closely behind.
From nearby—
the Main Hall was magnificent beyond words.
Golden immortal pillars reached into the clouds.
Ancient jade steps glowed with immortal light.
Beyond it—
twelve towering peaks surrounded the sect.
Each Peak contained countless palaces...
cultivation pavilions...
libraries...
training grounds...
and one enormous Time Tower reserved for the personal disciples of each Peak Master.
Floating immortal mountains stretched endlessly beneath a bright blue sky.
Waterfalls flowed through the clouds.
Ancient spirit beasts flew overhead.
The scenery resembled a heavenly paradise.
Soon—
everyone landed before a gigantic golden immortal monument.
Upon it were carved three majestic words—
**Qingyun Sword Sect Main Hall.**
The great doors slowly opened.
Everyone entered.
Inside—
the Twelve Peak Masters sat in six seats on each side.
Sect Master Zhen Yi sat upon the central throne.
Sun Mi sat beside him.
Yuqin Yi sat to his right.
The newly accepted disciples remained respectfully standing before them.
Zhen Yi smiled.
"Today..."
"let us celebrate."
With a wave of his sleeve—
a magnificent banquet appeared.
Tables filled with spiritual delicacies.
Immortal fruits.
Rare wines.
Fragrant spiritual tea.
Every disciple had their own seat.
Zhen Yi looked toward Yuqin Yi.
He gently pointed toward the empty seat beside Yang Lin.
"Go."
"Sit with them."
Yuqin Yi hesitated slightly.
Then obediently walked over.
The Twelve Peak Masters and Sun Mi smiled.
"Enjoy your first gathering..."
"at Qingyun Sword Sect."
They slowly left the hall.
Yuqin Yi quietly sat beside Yang Lin.
Yang Lin calmly looked at her.
"How are you doing?"
"Your talent..."
"is just as the rumors say."
"...No."
"It is even better."
Instantly—
everyone around the table looked toward the two of them.
Their expressions became extremely interesting as the quiet banquet had only just begun.
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## Chapter 2133 — The First Banquet
The banquet hall became peaceful.
Spiritual dishes released rich immortal fragrance.
Golden cups shimmered beneath the hall's immortal lights.
Everyone gradually relaxed.
Yuqin Yi quietly sat beside Yang Lin.
Her usually cold and noble expression had softened slightly.
She occasionally glanced at Yang Lin before calmly lowering her eyes again.
Ju Jingli noticed everything.
A faint smile appeared in her eyes.
Feng Tianyu, Mu Jianhong, Yan Zixuan, and Guo Chenyi quietly exchanged glances.
They never expected the usually distant Young Sect Mistress to appear so gentle.
Qin Lu smiled faintly.
Xue Yao quietly drank her tea.
Han Chen covered a small smile.
Shuiluo Sha looked amused.
FeiFei happily enjoyed the spiritual food.
The atmosphere gradually became lively.
Soon—
everyone began discussing cultivation.
Feng Tianyu asked,
"What foundation is best before Heaven Immortal?"
Yang Lin calmly replied,
"Perfect every realm."
"Leave no flaws."
"Only then..."
"can the Heaven Immortal Realm become truly stable."
Everyone quietly listened.
Even Yuqin Yi carefully remembered every word.
Ju Jingli nodded slightly.
"I understand."
The discussion continued.
Sword Dao...
Body refinement...
Soul cultivation...
Law comprehension...
Everyone exchanged their understanding.
The banquet became filled with laughter and conversation.
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## Chapter 2134 — A Secret Conversation
While everyone was talking—
Daji quietly leaned toward FeiFei.
She whispered softly,
"Look at Ju Jingli..."
"And Yuqin Yi..."
"If they joined us..."
"that would be wonderful."
FeiFei immediately nodded excitedly.
"Yeah!"
"I was thinking the same!"
Xue Yao, sitting nearby, quietly smiled.
"That's right."
"They're both very talented."
The three continued whispering.
They believed nobody noticed.
Unfortunately—
Yang Lin heard every single word.
He became completely speechless.
"..."
Without saying anything—
he completely ignored the conversation.
As though he had heard nothing at all.
He calmly continued drinking from his cup.
Qin Lu noticed his expression.
A faint smile appeared on her lips.
She guessed exactly what had happened.
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## Chapter 2135 — Two Geniuses
After setting down his cup—
Yang Lin calmly looked toward Ju Jingli.
"Your talent..."
"is also incredible."
Ju Jingli looked at him.
A gentle smile appeared.
"Thank you."
After a brief silence—
she asked,
"When..."
"are you planning..."
"to break through..."
"to the Heaven Immortal Realm?"
Yang Lin answered calmly.
"Tonight."
Silence.
Everyone froze.
FeiFei's eyes widened.
Han Chen blinked.
Shuiluo Sha laughed helplessly.
Qin Lu simply smiled.
Xue Yao sighed.
"As expected..."
Daji smiled knowingly.
Even Feng Tianyu and the others looked shocked.
Yuqin Yi's beautiful violet eyes widened.
Even Ju Jingli looked surprised.
"Tonight?"
Yang Lin nodded.
"Yes."
No hesitation.
No uncertainty.
As though breaking through to Heaven Immortal was something completely ordinary.
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## Chapter 2136 — A Quiet Moment
Ju Jingli smiled.
"That's great."
"I wish you success."
Yang Lin nodded politely.
"Thank you."
He calmly lifted his crystal cup.
Inside—
clear sparkling Sprite wine gently shimmered.
He took a slow sip.
The sweet spiritual drink carried a refreshing immortal aura.
The banquet continued.
Everyone resumed chatting.
Yang Lin calmly looked toward Ju Jingli once more.
Unexpectedly—
she was already looking at him.
Their eyes met.
For several quiet moments—
neither spoke.
Ju Jingli suddenly realized Yang Lin had noticed.
A faint blush appeared on her beautiful face.
She quickly looked away.
Her calm expression became slightly embarrassed.
Yuqin Yi quietly witnessed the entire scene.
Her delicate fingers gently tightened around her cup.
She silently lowered her eyes.
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## Chapter 2137 — Different Thoughts
The banquet remained cheerful.
Laughter echoed throughout the Main Hall.
Feng Tianyu and the other young masters continued discussing cultivation.
The Peak Master's disciples spoke about future training.
Ju Jingli had already returned to her calm expression.
Yuqin Yi quietly sipped her spiritual tea.
From time to time—
her gaze unconsciously drifted toward Yang Lin before quickly moving away again.
Qin Lu noticed everything.
Xue Yao also noticed.
Shuiluo Sha quietly smiled.
Han Chen hid her smile behind her sleeve.
Daji exchanged an amused glance with FeiFei.
Neither said another word.
Yang Lin, however, remained completely calm.
He simply enjoyed the banquet while occasionally answering questions about cultivation.
To him—
everyone present was merely discussing the Dao.
Nothing more.
But to everyone else—
the mysterious young man who planned to reach the Heaven Immortal Realm that very night was what they was discussing.