Chapter 74: On The Mountain Peak

Chapter 74: On The Mountain Peak

Qi Bei secretly ordered Xiao Jiu to remove the binding magic on the three elf girls.

As soon as the three of them regained their freedom, they rushed to Murong Xingchen.

Star Master, why did you come? Did this shameless guy threaten you with us? Yan Ling said, staring angrily at Qi Bei behind them.

Qi Bei shrugged and walked out, leaving them to sort things out on their own.

Lord As soon as Qi Bei came out, Du Shou, who was full of alcohol, rushed over and knelt in front of him.

What are you doing? Qi Bei frowned.

I beg the Lord to accept me. Du Shou is willing to be the Lords vanguard and risk his life without hesitation, Du Shou said loudly.

Youre not qualified to be my vanguard, Qi Bei said with a sneer.

Du Shous face turned red and he said loudly, I have only one life and I am not afraid of death.

Not afraid of death? You pushed your own sister into the fire pit for your own future, and you can betray me in the future for your own benefit just as easily. How can I trust you? Qi Bei said indifferently.

I I didnt mean to harm my sister, I just Du Shou gritted his teeth. He had imposed his own ideas on Du Ling, thinking that power and wealth were the only sources of happiness.

I see that you still dont understand the situation. Heres what Ill do for you: youll be responsible for cleaning the soldiers clothes and sweeping the camp every day from now on, Qi Bei said indifferently. If it werent for Du Shous conscience and bravery at the last moment, he wouldnt have paid any attention to such a person.

Yes, Lord, I will do it well, Du Shou said loudly.

Qi Bei ignored him and walked into the room.

In a corner of the yard, Du Ling watched this scene and felt a sense of gratitude in her heart.

In the past few days, she had seen the Black Armored Armys deep respect and admiration for Qi Bei, as well as their impressive discipline and strength. The chaotic mercenary groups in West Spirit City were like a bunch of amateurs compared to them. She believed that Qi Bei would have no problem taking over the city.

If her brother could also become one of them, it would be a great honor.

The Heavenly Mountain Peak, measuring forty thousand meters from the foot of the mountain to the top, was also known as the Mountain that Reaches the Heavens.

This was the entrance to the Heavenly Mountain Peak, one of the five Holy Lands. There were nine checkpoints along the way from the ten thousand meter point at the foot of the mountain to the peak at forty thousand meters.

Once a disciple entered through this gate, they would be at the lowest level of the mountain at ten thousand meters. After undergoing cultivation, if they believed they had the strength to pass the checkpoints, they would enter the checkpoints and attempt to pass the first one. In case they passed, their status would be raised, and they would enjoy better treatment.

This was how disciples of the Heavenly Mountain Peak spent almost their entire lives attempting to pass the checkpoints. Once they passed the third checkpoint, they would immediately be promoted to an inner disciple. If they passed the sixth checkpoint, they would become a core disciple. Finally, once a disciple passed the ninth checkpoint, they would become an elder of the Heavenly Mountain Peak.

Compared to ordinary disciples, some core disciples or apprentices accepted by elders may enjoy a much higher treatment, but in order to truly gain recognition and respect, they must also pass through each level from the bottom.

Nine checkpoints, nine steps to the sky! Katie rode on the Wind Spirit Crane with Ming Yue, piercing through the thick clouds, and was about to reach the entrance of Heavenly Mountain Peak.

At this moment, Katie was explaining the rules of the sect to Ming Yue.

Just as they were about to land, suddenly, a loud noise came from the top of the mountain, followed by the deep sound of a bell, causing ripples of airwaves to spread out in all directions.

Master, whats happening? Ming Yue asked in surprise.

Somebody passed the ninth checkpoint and rang the bell at the top of the mountain. From now on, there will be an 18th elder of Heavenly Mountain Peak, Katie said, her gaze showing some complexity. She had been stuck at the ninth checkpoint several times.

Suddenly, a burst of magical light shot up from the top of the mountain, scattering the clouds.

A huge magical mirror appeared in the azure sky, showing a graceful figure wearing a blue robe. She was an enchanting and unparalleled woman, standing under a huge bell on the mountaintop. Her face was somewhat pale, and her hair was wet with sweat, but her bewitching aura was even stronger.

Yao Rao, its her Katie was stunned for a moment. Previously, she was just an Earth-grade mage who had only passed the seventh checkpoint. How could she suddenly pass the ninth checkpoint?

Master, who is she? Ming Yue asked.

She is my fellow disciple, a genius who stands on the shoulders of giants, Katie said.

Shoulders of giants? You mean, by entering Heavenly Mountain Peak, shes standing on the shoulders of giants? Ming Yue didnt quite understand, but Katie had no intention of explaining further.