The test concluded as pleasantly as it began.
This outcome exceeded everyone's expectations.
They had all assumed that given the strength and pride of both sides, things would inevitably become tense.
Yet, Wu Tian and the Grand Elder had managed to establish such a good rapport.
It had to be said, Wu Tian was truly capable.
After the crowd dispersed, Wu Tian returned to the main hall with the elders.
Lei Zhengxuan said, "Sect Master, since the internal matters have been resolved, let us proceed to the main agenda."
Hearing this, Wu Tian couldn't help but feel puzzled and asked, "Main agenda? What main agenda?"
"Wasn't I called back precisely for the matter of the Grand Elder? Is there something else?"
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "We didn't mention it before, but the matter of the Grand Elder was merely an impromptu decision."
"The primary reason for calling you back is concerning the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect."
"The Heavenly Sword Divine Sect?" Hearing the name, Wu Tian was taken aback.
The Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, like the Sacred Thunder Sect, belonged to the lower three of the Eight Great Divine Sects.
It was during his first encounter with demonic creatures that Wu Tian had joined forces with Li Xingyun of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect to fight.
Due to his good impression of Li Xingyun, Wu Tian held a favorable view of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect.
Therefore, upon hearing that the matter was related to the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, he immediately inquired, "What happened? Did something major occur at the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect?"
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "This is indeed a significant event for the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect."
"The Sword Tomb of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect is about to open. Typically, during such times, many secluded spiritual sects receive invitations to witness the ceremony."
"We received their invitation three days ago, so it is imperative that we attend."
Wu Tian naturally did not understand this and thus said, "Sect Master Lei, could you explain the matter in full?"
"What is this Sword Tomb? I've never heard of it!"
Lei Zhengxuan explained, "It's like this: the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect was founded by the Sword God."
"After the Sword God's demise, all his remaining treasures were hidden within the Sword Tomb."
"The Sword Tomb is akin to another world, opening only once every thousand years. Those who have entered have all obtained immense opportunities."
"However, only one person can enter the Sword Tomb each time it opens. Therefore, the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect holds a grand competition whenever the Sword Tomb opens."
"Only those who distinguish themselves in this competition can ultimately become the entrant."
After listening to Lei Zhengxuan's words, Wu Tian finally understood.
Simply put, this was essentially an internal grand event for the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect!
Regarding this, he asked with confusion, "But if this is a matter of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, what does it have to do with us?"
"They are fighting amongst themselves; there's no need for us to join the fun, right?"
Lei Zhengxuan shook his head and smiled, "No, Sect Master, you misunderstand."
"If it were merely about selecting an entrant, then it would indeed have nothing to do with us, as outsiders are not qualified to compete for a spot."
"However, the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect has a rule: whoever finally enters the Sword Tomb will become the next Sect Master."
"Therefore, this is also the selection competition for the Sect Master of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect."
"Given such circumstances, if they have invited us, how can we refuse to go?"
Wu Tian was astonished.
So, this competition was that important.
As the Sect Master of the Sacred Thunder Sect, it seemed he indeed had to go.
However, he couldn't help but remark, "If the next Sect Master is simply decided through a competition, what's the point?"
"As long as one's strength reaches the level of the second strongest under the Sect Master, they can completely dominate the competition."
"Speaking of which, there isn't much suspense, is there?"
Lei Zhengxuan shook his head and smiled again, "No, according to the rules of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, anyone over one hundred years old or whose strength has not reached the Immortal realm is ineligible to participate."
"In other words, the Sect Master will only emerge from among the disciples. Other individuals are likely unable to participate."
"There's such a thing?" Wu Tian could not help but feel surprised.
He continued, "In that case, the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect truly has a lot of courage."
"If the identity is limited to disciples, then at most they can reach the True Immortal realm, right?"
"To select someone of this strength to be the next Sect Master, isn't that a bit too inappropriate?"
If it were just an ordinary secluded spiritual sect, Wu Tian would not have such doubts.
But the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect was one of the Eight Great Divine Sects!
With his own strength, he was barely qualified to be Sect Master.
How could a True Immortal achieve this?
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "I am also unclear about this, but based on my speculation, they probably place more emphasis on young bloodlines."
"If one can stand out in a competition filled with prodigies, it is enough to prove their immense talent."
"Furthermore, the victor will ultimately gain the blessings within the Sword Tomb, ensuring they have a promising future."
Lei Zhengxuan continued:
"For example, the current Sect Master of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, he was only a high-grade True Immortal when he won the spot."
"However, after emerging from the Sword Tomb, his strength directly reached Golden Immortal, and his innate talent also seemed to become stronger."
"In just two hundred years, he successfully advanced to Grand Unity Golden Immortal and then truly ascended to the position of Sect Master."
"Although this is the fastest record for the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, it might not be representative."
"But as far as I know, among their past Sect Masters, even the slowest one only took three hundred and fifty years to achieve this feat."
"Therefore, this set of rules for the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect is entirely feasible based on the results."
Wu Tian was utterly stunned.
It was known that Golden Immortal had ten stages, and each stage of improvement was extremely difficult.
Even if someone spent several hundred years to advance only one stage, it would be considered normal.
Yet, looking at the past Sect Masters of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect, even the slowest one achieved such terrifying progress.
Was this not a bit too much?
Wu Tian could not comprehend this, but he could vaguely sense that it must be related to the Sword Tomb.
Perhaps some secret was hidden within the Sword Tomb.
This allowed those prodigies to grow to such astonishing levels.
However, these matters were, after all, internal affairs of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect.
Even though Wu Tian was curious, he likely wouldn't have the opportunity to find out.
Compared to this, he might as well check on Li Xingyun's situation, as Li Xingyun was a disciple of the Heavenly Sword Divine Sect.
After such a long time, Li Xingyun must have successfully ascended to immortality.
Perhaps he would even be one of the contestants in this competition.