"Have a seat, everyone." Luo Kang looked around with a hint of nostalgia before addressing Su Yueze, Li Xuan, and the others.
Though Li Xuan and the others nodded, they waited until Luo Kang took the head seat on the left side of the main hall before taking their own seats on the stone chairs lining the hall.
"Li Xuan, you must have learned quite a bit about our Seventh Peak by now," Luo Kang said after settling in, turning his gaze to Li Xuan.
Li Xuan nodded slightly. "I have indeed learned about the Seventh Peak's past from my four senior brothers."
Luo Kang nodded and continued, "Do you know, then, the origin of our Seventh Peak's Seven Treasures Hall?"
Li Xuan immediately shook his head, a flicker of confusion in his eyes. Could this Seven Treasures Hall possess some hidden significance?
It wasn't just Li Xuan; Su Yueze, Chai Jingyuan, and the other two exchanged bewildered glances before looking back at Luo Kang.
"I, your master, have indeed not told you, my fifth disciple, about the Seven Treasures Hall's origins. Firstly, I was disheartened at the time and had no desire to contend with those people. Secondly, I believed that one day, our Seventh Peak would rise again."
"I have been waiting for that day to arrive. And now, the person I have been waiting for has appeared."
Luo Kang paused for a moment, then shifted his gaze to Li Xuan, who was listening intently.
Su Yueze and the others looked at Li Xuan in surprise. Could it be that the person Master Luo Kang spoke of was Li Xuan?
Even Li Xuan frowned slightly, seemingly not fully understanding his master's words.
Luo Kang smiled faintly and continued, "As for the Seven Treasures Hall, it is actually an unparalleled supreme treasure. During the Seventh Peak's prime, the Seven Treasures Hall began to slumber. After my own master passed away, the Seven Treasures Hall never awoke."
"The reason our Seventh Peak was targeted in this disciple sparring match was precisely because, after Li Xuan arrived at the Seventh Peak, the Seven Treasures Hall showed signs of awakening."
"Signs of awakening?" Li Xuan's brow furrowed, and a thought struck him. Could it be because of Little White?
Su Yueze, Chai Jingyuan, He Xidong, and Song Wuwen all turned their attention to Li Xuan.
Luo Kang nodded. "That's right. Because of this, the higher authorities made the decision to target our Seventh Peak in this disciple sparring match."
"Fortunately, the Master of the Fifth Peak, Liu Wen, had a deep relationship with my master, and the Sect Master is my master's senior brother. That's why there was a contingency plan for you all, that if you could enter the top ten, this resolution would be nullified."
"In truth, Li Xuan, when I saw that Master Liu Wen wished for you to follow him, I was willing in my heart. However, I could not force you to make a choice. Now that you have chosen to remain at our Seventh Peak, I will spare no effort in helping you cultivate."
"Consider this a reward for you, as the Seventh Peak has been preserved thanks to your help."
"Master, you are too kind. It is my duty as a disciple to help you, so please do not take it to heart." Li Xuan rose and bowed respectfully.
Li Xuan couldn't help but inwardly smile bitterly. It wasn't that he was unwilling, but rather he was worried that some of his secrets might be discovered by Liu Wen.
Luo Kang waved his hand, signaling Li Xuan to sit down. "Now that our Seventh Peak is preserved and the awakening of the Seven Treasures Hall is becoming more apparent, our Seventh Peak needs a Peak Master to preside over it. And for this position, I can only choose you, Li Xuan."
Luo Kang looked at Li Xuan, clearly awaiting his response.
Su Yueze and the others remained silent this time, but their gazes were all fixed on Li Xuan.
"Master, I fear I am not capable of this. Furthermore, with my current strength, if I were to become the Peak Master of the Seventh Peak, I doubt the other Peak Masters would agree," Li Xuan said.
Luo Kang chuckled. "You need not worry about that. Our Seventh Peak has always possessed a special decree. Only one who can connect with the Seven Treasures Hall can become the true master of the Seventh Peak. As long as you can awaken the Seven Treasures Hall, even the Sect Master will have to acknowledge your status."
"As for strength, once you have formed a contractual bond with the Seven Treasures Hall, your strength will naturally be sufficient. As I said before, the Seven Treasures Hall is an unparalleled supreme treasure. It is among the top existences in our Azure Hall."
"Aside from the Sect Master, who also possesses an unparalleled supreme treasure, only our Seventh Peak has such an item. Perhaps this is why the other peaks are stirring."
Luo Kang paused and continued, "As the Seven Treasures Hall awakens, some of our Seventh Peak's cultivation grounds are also gradually opening. Among them, the Dream Illusion Rakshasa Realm, which is most beneficial to you, is also reviving. At that time, all of you can enter it for practical combat training, improving your fighting skills and adaptability."
"The Dream Illusion Rakshasa Realm is also reviving? That's wonderful! Our cultivation will greatly improve from now on!" Hearing this, Song Wuwen and He Xidong became excited.
Li Xuan nodded as well. Such a place would undoubtedly greatly enhance cultivation.
"Alright, Li Xuan, come with me. The Seven Treasures Hall is currently in a weakened state. Communicating with it now should be much easier," Luo Kang said with a slight smile, looking at Li Xuan.
Li Xuan hesitated for a moment, but then rose and followed Luo Kang's steps.
"Senior Brother, if Fifth Brother becomes the Peak Master, will we call him Fifth Brother or Peak Master from now on?" Song Wuwen suddenly asked Su Yueze as Li Xuan left with Luo Kang.
Su Yueze was taken aback and then slapped Song Wuwen. "Of course, we'll call him Peak Master. Otherwise, it would be chaos."
Song Wuwen and the others exchanged wry smiles and looked in the direction Li Xuan had gone, waiting.