Chapter 2677 Three Pavilions and Nine Great Peaks

Lin Xun unfurled the jade slip. After reading its contents, he finally understood why his third senior sister wanted him to enter the Origin Sect Ancestral Court. He needed to become the pavilion master of Origin Clarity Pavilion!

A sudden weight settled on his heart. According to the jade slip, the Origin Sect Ancestral Court was organized into three pavilions and nine peaks.

The Nine Great Peaks represented the sect’s nine branches, each with its own line of core and true disciples. The three pavilions stood above the nine peaks and served as the foundational pillars of the Origin Sect Ancestral Court.

Among them, the Origin Sky Pavilion was responsible for discipline, the Origin Emptiness Pavilion oversaw the transmission of cultivation techniques, and the Origin Clarity Pavilion managed examinations and recruitment.

Each master of the three pavilions wielded great power within the sect, so much so that their authority could be said to shake the heavens. Above the three pavilions was the patriarch of the Origin Sect, a figure who represented the will of the Eternal Divine Clan of the Ninth Heaven Domain, and whose authority within the sect was naturally unmatched.

According to his third senior sister, the current Origin Purity Pavilion Master was You Beihai, a terrifying old monster who had reached the pinnacle of the Transcendence Immortal Stage.

However, tens of thousands of years ago, he went into closed-door cultivation, seeking to transcend immortality and attain eternity, and had not emerged since.

Then, a few years ago, he suddenly emerged from seclusion and declared that within a hundred years, he would attempt to attain eternity. Furthermore, no matter the outcome, he would step down from his role as pavilion master.

The announcement sent shockwaves through the entire Origin Sect Ancestral Court. Countless eyes turned toward the position of Origin Clarity Pavilion Master.

It should be noted that the Origin Clarity Pavilion oversaw all examinations and recruitment within the sect. The appointments of the Nine Peak Masters and elders, as well as the selection of successors and disciples, all had to undergo its assessments and were decided strictly according to the results.

In short, the Origin Clarity Pavilion wielded absolute authority over all personal matters in the Nine Great Peaks!

If one attained the position of Origin Clarity Pavilion Master, their authority would be nothing short of earth-shaking.

Therefore, Third Senior Sister wanted Lin Xun to enter the Origin Sect Ancestral Court and, step by step, climb his way to the position of Origin Clarity Pavilion Master after You Beihai stepped down!

The pressure this placed on Lin Xun was anything but ordinary.

The jade slip outlined everything in detail. Upon entering the Origin Sect, he would begin as a disciple of one of the Nine Great Peaks. Successors were divided into true disciples and core disciples.

Only core disciples were eligible to compete for a position within the Origin Clarity Pavilion.

Even after joining the Origin Clarity Pavilion, he would still have to progress through the ranks, starting as a deputy deacon, then deacon, and elder, before even qualifying for the position of deputy pavilion master.

Each of the three pavilions, the Origin Sky Pavilion, Origin Emptiness Pavilion and Origin Clarity Pavilion, had three deputy pavilion masters, adding up to nine in total across the entire sect.

This also meant that when the time came for You Beihai to step down, his successor would be chosen from among those nine deputy pavilion masters!

Just thinking about it was mind boggling. From the moment one entered the Origin Sect Ancestral Court, they first had to become a core disciple of one of the Nine Peaks. Only then could they enter the Origin Purity Pavilion, rise through the ranks of deputy deacon, deacon, and elder. Then, one would finally be eligible to become a deputy pavilion master.

Only then would they qualify to compete for the position of pavilion master. That kind of pressure was anything but ordinary!

“Little Junior Brother, what do you think?” Jun Huan asked with a smile. “If you feel too much pressure, it’s okay. This is just one thread in our Fangchun Mountain’s broader plan. It would naturally be best if you could take the position of Origin Clarity Pavilion Master, but if not, that’s no need to worry either.”

“I’ll do my best.” Lin Xun replied after a moment’s thought, his expression calm. He couldn’t say he was completely confident, but he would give it everything he had!

Jun Huan’s voice softened. “Whether you succeed or fail, just don’t risk your life. Honestly...I have a feeling this arrangement didn’t come from Third Senior Sister.”

“Then who?” Lin Xun asked.

“Master.” Jun Huan said quietly.

Lin Xun froze. If this had come from their master, then it would not be as simple as he had imagined!

Jun Huan continued with a faint smile, “Actually, Fourth Senior Brother wanted to go to the Origin Sect Ancestral Court, but Third Senior Sister wouldn’t allow it. So in the end, he had no choice but to go to the Spirit Sect with her and the others.”

“Fourth Senior Brother is alive?!” Lin Xun exclaimed.

Over the years, he had been tormented by guilt. There had been countless rumors that his fourth senior brother, Ling Xuanzi, had been killed by the Immortal Giant Wang Clan.

Because of that he hated the Wang Clan to its core and had long sworn to avenge his fourth senior brother and make the Wang Clan pay an unbearable price for it!

He never imagined he would hear from Senior Sister Jun Huan that his fourth senior brother was still alive!

“A scourge like him...doesn’t die so easily.” Jun Huan sneered coldly, “Back then, outside the Ruins of the Gods, it was Master’s willpower that saved his life and brought him to the Seventh Heaven Domain. If not for that, I’d have thought that scourge had died for sure.”

Lin Xun could clearly hear the sarcasm and resentment in Jun Huan’s voice. It was obvious she still hadn’t let go of what Ling Xuanzi had done all those years ago in Fangchun Mountain.

“Fourth Senior Brother has changed. Even if he was a scourge, he would never harm anyone from Fangchun Mountain. I can guarantee that,” Lin Xun said seriously.

His fourth senior brother had saved his life more than once. There might be problems with his nature in the past, but now he was no longer the same person.

Jun Huan glanced at him and said, “If he hadn’t changed, do you think we’d keep him around us? But even so, I’m not going to forgive him that easily. This guy calls himself ‘unparalleled throughout the ages.’ Back when we were still in Fangchun Mountain, he once mocked me...”

Her expression darkened as she gritted her teeth, “He said that I had the looks of a goddess, but the temper of a fishwife. That I was all appearance and no depth. That I only appeared carefree on the surface, but in truth was cold and sharp as a blade underneath. That no man would ever dare to marry me, and that I am going to grow old alone in an empty room!”

A cold gleam flashed in her beautiful eyes. “At that moment, I seriously wanted to stab him to death!”

Lin Xun couldn’t help but laugh. Seeing Jun Huan’s displeased expression, he quickly said, “That was all in the past. Why get so worked up over a scourge like him?”

Jun Huan was clearly still holding a grudge, but Lin Xun knew she didn’t truly hate Ling Xuanzi over something that happened in their younger days.

As dusk approached, Lu Boya came to invite Jun Huan to a banquet in the Luo Clan’s main hall. Luo Xiao had already arranged a lavish spread. Jun Huan accepted with a smile.

That evening, Luo Cang, Luo Qingheng, and other key figures of the Luo Clan gathered for food and drink, enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Late into the night, Lin Xun had a long conversation with Lu Boya, telling him in detail about his encounter with the people from the Origin Sect Ancestral Court in the Mystic Forbidden Realm.

Lu Boya couldn’t help but show a trace of regret. “No wonder the Sealing Execution law spirit was so difficult to subdue. It turns out it was left behind by a powerful figure from the Origin Sect.”

Lin Xun then informed Lu Boya of his plans to leave the next day for the Seventh Heaven Domain. Lu Boya wasn’t surprised. In fact, when Jun Huan arrived at the Luo Clan, he had suspected this moment would come.

“You’ve already made your decision. Go ahead. The Luo Clan is now protected by the cursed law. No one in the entire Sixth Heaven Domain can threaten them anymore.” Lu Boya smiled gently. “But you must be extra careful on your journey to the Seventh Heaven Domain. If you ever find yourself in a desperate situation, return to the Luo Clan. This will always be your home.”

Lin Xun nodded. “Mister Lu, you’re the one I worry about most. But don’t worry, I’ll definitely find a way to cure the Five Dao Decays for you!”

Lu Boya’s expression softened with relief and gratitude, and he said nothing more.

When Lin Xun returned to Jianjia Peak, Jun Huan was seated beneath the starry sky, sipping tea. “You know, the Luo Clan and Fangchun Mountain share a common enemy. It’s just a pity the Omega Lord’s whereabouts remain unknown. That’s what allowed the Luo Clan to fall to such a state.”

Lin Xun asked, “Senior Sister, you’ve heard of my great-grandfather?”

“Mm,” Jun Huan nodded. “Master once said long ago that your great-grandfather’s brilliance was unmatched. He carved out his own unique path on the great dao, and he could truly be called a hero.”

She sighed, “But even Master likely never imagined that your great-grandfather, just like him, would be besieged by the Ten Immortal Giants.”

Lin Xun fell silent for a moment, then said, “Senior Sister, don’t you think those Ten Immortal Giants are just like watchdogs? Guarding the Eighth Heaven Domain, blocking the path to the Ninth Heaven Domain like loyal hounds. They are utterly devoted.”

Jun Huan blinked, then burst into laughter, nodding. “They’re not like dogs...they are dogs!”

Lin Xun laughed too.

It was a quiet, tranquil night. Wisps of clouds drifted through the sky, stars shimmered overhead, and the surrounding pines and bamboo swayed gracefully in the breeze.

Jun Huan stood up, her pink robe fluttering in the wind, outlining her tall, slender figure. Her exquisitely beautiful face glowed under the starlight.

She gazed at the sea of clouds beneath the distant stars and said, “Junior Brother, the Seventh Heaven Domain is nothing like the Sixth. Once you arrive, you’ll face countless dangers and trials. You must be mentally prepared.”

“Mm.” Lin Xun stood beside Jun Huan, hands clasped behind his back. From this angle, he was only half a head taller than Jun Huan, who was already remarkably tall and slender. The two stood shoulder to shoulder on the mountain peak beneath the vast night sky. In the distance stretched a sea of clouds and scattered lights, flickering like stars.

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The next morning, before dawn, Lu Boya, Luo Xiao and Luo Qingheng arrived at Jianjia Peak. They all knew Lin Xun would be leaving with Jun Huan today.

“Xun’er, these are some parting gifts from your uncle and me. You must take them.” Luo Xiao handed him a jade box.

Inside were dozens of immortal matter, some pebble-sized, others as large as fists, all rare and precious.

Lin Xun was deeply moved. Just as he was about to speak, Luo Qingheng grinned and said, “If you don’t take it, I won’t let you leave today.”

Lin Xun took a deep breath, accepted the jade box, and bowed deeply. “Grandpa, Uncle, take care of yourselves!”

Luo Xiao helped him up and gently urged, “Child, you must be cautious in all things. You absolutely must not repeat the tragedy of your great-grandfather.” His words were filled with heartfelt concern.

Lin Xun nodded solemnly.

Lu Boya also handed over a jade box and said, “Inside is a mystic artifact. It allows you to borrow the power of the cursed law.”

Lin Xun didn’t refuse. He accepted it, then said, “Mister Lu, you must take care too.”

Not far away, Jun Huan watched with a faint smile. “Don’t worry, everyone. Junior Brother is a disciple of our Fangchun Mountain. Anyone who dares to bully him is bullying Fangchun Mountain, and we won’t let them off.”

Lu Boya, Luo Xiao, and Luo Qingheng all smiled warmly. Then, under their watchful eyes, Jun Huan took Lin Xun into the sky. They soared higher and higher, until they vanished into the heavens.

The sky was as clear as if freshly washed, with clouds rising and rosy light gathering. It was a radiant scene.