The Speedrun Begins with Choosing Hunter

Chapter 312: Chapter 304: Better to Leave

In the room.

Bai Yuan shot to his feet.

The Senior Brother Xiong that Murong Fu had mentioned was, of course, Old Dong’s eldest disciple, Xiongshan.

Xiongshan had been stuck at the Strong Organ Pass for several years. Now that he had finally developed his Jin power, it was truly a joyous occasion.

This called for a celebration!

"Let’s go!"

Bai Yuan immediately got up and rushed back to Shenfu Mountain with Murong Fu.

His senior brother’s breakthrough was a huge event, and he had to be among the first to congratulate him.

...

Shenfu Mountain’s Wan Jun Peak was unusually lively.

Not only were the disciples of Wan Jun Peak beaming with joy, but even the Elders and Peak Masters from the other Thirteen Peaks had come to offer their congratulations upon hearing the news.

If a disciple from any other peak had broken through to the Entering Realm, it would still be a happy occasion, but the fanfare would never be this grand.

But Wan Jun Peak was special, and Xiongshan was even more so.

Dong Wanjun’s eldest disciple and Bai Yuan’s senior brother—these two statuses alone were enough for the Peak Masters of the Divine Mansion Sect to take notice.

The threshold of the small courtyard halfway up Wan Jun Peak had long been worn down by visitors.

"Congratulations, congratulations."

Liu Donghai, the Peak Master of Taibai Peak, was the closest to Wan Jun Peak and the first to arrive.

Xiongshan, still with his simple and honest expression, said, "Thank you, Master Liu."

Liu Donghai looked at Xiongshan, his face filled with emotion.

’Junior Brother Dong is truly incredible,’ he thought. ’All the disciples he takes are so outstanding.’

Afterward, Ruan Xiuluan, the Peak Master of Qianzhu Peak, as well as Situ Liuyun, Ouyang Hua, and the other Peak Masters all arrived one after another.

Even Murong Tian, who rarely made public appearances, made a rare visit to offer his congratulations.

This left Xiongshan feeling rather overwhelmed by the attention.

"Why isn’t Sect Leader Bai here yet?"

Just then, someone suddenly realized something was amiss.

How could Bai Yuan be missing on an occasion like this?

Murong Tian chuckled. "I’ve already sent young Fu to the Prefecture Magistrate’s Office to inform him. Judging by the time, he should be arriving soon."

Before he had even finished speaking, a series of shouts echoed up from the base of the mountain.

"Greetings, Sect Leader."

...

The smile on Murong Tian’s face widened. "See? Here he comes."

Everyone turned to look and saw a young man and a boy slowly approaching.

It was none other than Bai Yuan and his first disciple, Murong Fu.

Murong Fu first bowed obediently to the crowd. "Greetings, Grandmasters, Masters, and Uncles."

"There’s no need for such formalities."

Murong Tian, who held the highest status among those present, smiled and waved his hand.

He was extremely pleased with this genius of the Murong Family. Not only was his Martial Dao talent high, but he was also remarkably composed for his age. He had all the makings of a great future.

Right now, the Murong Family needed a proven genius more than ever.

Bai Yuan walked up to Xiongshan. "Congratulations, Senior Brother."

"Junior Brother."

Xiongshan smiled and scratched his head.

He didn’t say "thank you," because no such words were necessary between them.

Bai Yuan then looked at You Shengnan, who was standing to the side. "Senior Sister."

"Junior Brother."

You Shengnan gave a slight smile.

In truth, among Dong Wanjun’s three disciples, Bai Yuan was obviously the most talented on the surface. After him, it was not Xiongshan, but her.

Dong Wanjun had also been more optimistic that she would be the first to break through the Entering the Realm Pass.

She never expected that the third Entering Martial Artist from Wan Jun Peak wouldn’t be her, but Xiongshan, whose natural aptitude was worse.

She wasn’t jealous, though. She just felt that she had let Old Dong’s expectations down.

Bai Yuan said, "Senior Sister, I can see the first glimmer of Jin power forming within you. It won’t be long before you break through the Entering the Realm Pass."

You Shengnan pressed her lips together and nodded.

’Wan Jun Peak finally has an Entering Martial Artist,’ Bai Yuan thought. ’This is a truly great thing.’

Bai Yuan immediately arranged for a celebratory banquet on Wan Jun Peak.

The scale of the event was nothing short of grand.

Xiongshan was his senior brother and had treated him extremely well in the past. Bai Yuan naturally wouldn’t be stingy.

Almost all the upper echelon of the Divine Mansion Sect were present to celebrate.

After three rounds of drinks, Murong Tian suddenly spoke up. "Sect Leader, this old man has a proposal, but I’m not sure if it’s my place to say."

Bai Yuan replied, "Elder Murong, please speak freely."

"Ever since Junior Brother Dong stepped down from his position as Peak Master, the role for Wan Jun Peak has been vacant. Now that Nephew Xiong has broken through, he is the perfect candidate to take on the position."

"Why don’t you, Sect Leader, take this opportunity to appoint Nephew Xiong to the position of Peak Master?"

As soon as he said this, everyone voiced their agreement.

Bai Yuan laughed heartily.

’Of course, I had long considered making either Xiongshan or You Shengnan the Peak Master of Wan Jun Peak. However, because we’re fellow disciples, it would have been inappropriate for me to be the one to suggest it. But Murong Tian, as the former Sect Leader and current Supreme Elder, is the perfect person to say it, both in terms of status and position.’

"Then we shall do as Elder Murong suggests. From this day forward, Xiongshan is the Peak Master of Wan Jun Peak."

"Excellent!"

Everyone rose to their feet in unison to offer congratulations.

Xiongshan returned their bows one by one.

The banquet was a joyous affair for both hosts and guests.

The feast lasted well into the latter half of the night before people slowly began to depart.

After the Peak Masters and the Commander of the Divine Mansion Army had all left, only Bai Yuan and his two martial siblings remained in the great hall.

You Shengnan’s face was flushed. "Master would be so happy if he could see this."

Old Dong was now the Grand General of the North, stationed in Xiangzhou, thousands of miles from Ling Province. Naturally, he couldn’t come to congratulate Xiongshan in person.

Bai Yuan had already sent someone to Xiangzhou with a letter to tell Old Dong about Xiongshan’s achievement.

Although Old Dong was no longer a member of the Divine Mansion Sect, the master-disciple relationship would never change.

Bai Yuan nodded.

’Old Dong might seem cold on the surface, but he actually cares deeply for his disciples. You Shengnan’s and Xiongshan’s aptitudes weren’t actually top-tier. For both of them to break through the Entering the Realm Pass, besides my unlimited supply of Spirit Soup, the solid foundation laid by Old Dong’s meticulous teachings was indispensable.’

Just as Bai Yuan and You Shengnan exchanged a small smile, Xiongshan spoke up in his deep, booming voice, "Junior Brother Bai, you now hold the rank of a third-grade official. If you were to step down as Sect Leader, Master would surely support you."

"Senior Brother..."

Bai Yuan smiled faintly.

’The old eunuch told me before that I could only choose one: my official position in the Xuan Yang Court or my role as the Shenfu Sect Master. I’m now a Third-Grade Official. Continuing to serve as the Shenfu Sect Master will only invite more criticism. I heard that some Imperial Censors in the Capital City are already using this to attack me.’

’Though Xiongshan appears simple and honest,’ Bai Yuan thought, ’his mind is crystal clear, and he can easily see the essence of things. Perhaps that’s why he was able to break through the Entering the Realm Pass one step ahead of You Shengnan. With Xiongshan around, Wan Jun Peak will surely have a bright future.’

Bai Yuan chatted with Xiongshan and You Shengnan for a long time, only leaving the mountain when the sky began to show the pale white of dawn.

When he reached the foot of Wan Jun Peak, Murong Fu was already waiting for him.

Murong Fu said, "Master, Grandfather has something he wants to say to you. He is waiting in the Elder Hall."

Bai Yuan nodded. "Alright."

Before long, he arrived at the Supreme Elder Hall.

When he pushed the door open and entered, Murong Tian was asleep on a recliner.

Hearing the door, he slowly woke up and gave a wry smile. "I’m getting old. I can’t stay up all night anymore."

Murong Tian’s cultivation had been completely destroyed. Although Bai Yuan’s Spirit Soup had saved his life, he had ultimately lost the two-hundred-year lifespan granted by his cultivation, leaving him no different from any ordinary wealthy old man.

Murong Tian slowly sat up straight.

"Nephew Bai," Murong Tian said, "the reason this old man asked you here today is to say this: you’ve already done more than enough for the Divine Mansion Sect. Perhaps it’s time for you to leave."

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