The moment Lin Chu finished speaking, everyone present looked at him in surprise.
Everyone knew Lin Chu was merely a new disciple, a mortal in truth. Qiu Shaoming, on the other hand, was already an elite disciple of the Young Sect, his strength reaching the intermediate level of the Primordial Spirit Realm.
For a new disciple to cultivate to the Primordial Spirit Realm, it would take at least five years. Only those with exceptional talent could achieve it within three years.
Lin Chu's challenge naturally astonished everyone.
Although they didn't have high hopes for Lin Chu, the courage he displayed at this moment was deeply etched into everyone's hearts. Even Bai Yuwei's initial surprise turned into a hint of solace.
The path of a strong cultivator was, by nature, a process of continuous ascent and the stimulation of one's potential. Lin Chu now setting Qiu Shaoming as his first goal on this journey clearly demonstrated his fighting spirit.
"Since you dare to challenge me, why should I refuse? Saintess, Elder Yuwen, you have both heard. I hope you will not interfere in this duel later."
Looking at Lin Chu's resolute gaze, Qiu Shaoming felt an inexplicable flutter of unease. However, after considering his own strength, he readily accepted.
Although Lin Chu had the backing of the Saintess, he had his elder brother, Qiu Shaolong. In a year's time, Lin Chu would absolutely not be able to break through to the Primordial Spirit Realm. Even if he could, would he remain stagnant himself?
"When disciples of the Young Sect challenge each other, even the Sect Master will not intervene. I am naturally aware of this fact," Yuwen Yue said, looking meaningfully at Bai Yuwei.
Bai Yuwei understood the implication of Yuwen Yue's words. She glanced at Lin Chu's retreating back and slowly nodded, "Then, we shall see each other on the dueling platform in a year."
"Brother Chu, why did you issue a challenge to Qiu Shaoming?" Bai Yuwei asked as they returned to their rooms.
Lin Chu replied, "Sister, Grandpa, Uncle Wang, and Brother Lin Xuan have all told me that while we can be kind, we must not be bullied. If someone bullies you to your face and you don't dare to resist, what's the difference between that and being a coward?"
"Even if you know you can't win, you must have the will to fight back. Only then can you be at peace with yourself!"
Hearing Lin Chu's words, Bai Yuwei fell silent. What Lin Chu said was indeed a necessary condition for cultivation. Only with a strong heart, a heart that charges forward, can one become a powerful figure and ascend to the pinnacle of strength.
In this regard, Bai Yuwei found peace.
Although Qiu Shaoming's strength far surpassed Lin Chu's, Bai Yuwei believed that with Lin Chu's mindset and her support, there was a chance of victory within a year.
With this thought, Bai Yuwei slowly nodded, "Since Brother Chu has made up his mind, I fully support you. However, for the next year, Brother Chu must listen to me and cultivate diligently. Can you do that?"
Lin Chu nodded firmly.
Bai Yuwei continued, "Brother Chu, generally after the Young Sect recruits new disciples, besides the elders selecting those with good talent and potential, they will arrange for Transmission Elders to conduct lectures. However, I have already explained these matters to you before."
"Therefore, you don't need to attend those lectures. Starting tomorrow, I will take you to the Sutra Repository to choose a cultivation technique, and then we will begin your training."
"Okay," Lin Chu nodded.
"Alright, I have already healed the injuries within your body. Rest assured today and recuperate your energy." Bai Yuwei stood up, patted Lin Chu's head, smiled slightly, and walked out.
As Bai Yuwei left, a determined look gradually appeared in Lin Chu's eyes.
The next day, Lin Chu woke up early, dressed, and waited outside his room. Bai Yuwei, sensing this from within, let out a soft exhale and appeared outside.
"Brother Chu, why are you up so early?" Bai Yuwei asked with a hint of surprise as she saw the sky was still dimly lit.
Lin Chu replied, "I want to start cultivating sooner."
Bai Yuwei nodded slightly and said, "If that's the case, let's go. I'll take you there now."
The Sutra Repository was located in the back mountain of the Young Sect, quite a distance from Bai Yuwei's room.
Since Lin Chu had not yet begun cultivating and didn't know how to use spiritual energy to fly, Bai Yuwei had to pull him along as they flew towards the Sutra Repository.
"Yuwei? Why are you suddenly here at the Sutra Repository?" As Bai Yuwei landed outside the Sutra Repository with Lin Chu, an old man sitting by the entrance opened his eyes and asked, looking at them.
Lin Chu felt a slight surprise. Among the elders he had seen, he hadn't heard anyone address Bai Yuwei by name before.
Bai Yuwei showed no sign of surprise and smiled slightly, "Elder Xuantong, it's been a long time. Your demeanor is still as magnificent as ever."
Elder Xuantong chuckled, "The little girl back then is now the Saintess of our Young Sect. Yuwei, are you here for this young man today?"
After speaking, Elder Xuantong shifted his gaze to Lin Chu.
Upon seeing Lin Chu wearing ordinary disciple robes, a flicker of surprise crossed his eyes.
Bai Yuwei nodded, "Elder Xuantong, this is Lin Chu, the brother I've recognized. We are here today to choose a cultivation technique for him."
"Brother?" Elder Xuantong's eyes widened with surprise. Bai Yuwei's cultivation talent was exceptionally outstanding within the Young Sect, otherwise, she wouldn't have become the Saintess at such a young age.
With this thought, Elder Xuantong's mind raced, and a stream of spiritual energy shot out, instantly enveloping Lin Chu.
Hum.
Sensing the probing sensation, Lin Chu involuntarily looked at Elder Xuantong. Bai Yuwei, however, did not intervene, allowing Elder Xuantong to examine him.
Pfft!
At that moment, Elder Xuantong, who was sitting in front of the Sutra Repository, suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood and then looked at Lin Chu with a look of horror.
"Elder Xuantong!" Bai Yuwei rushed towards him.
"Cough cough... I'm fine. Yuwei girl, your brother is extraordinary." Elder Xuantong waved his hand, unconcerned by the blood trickling from his mouth, his eyes blazing with intense light.
"Elder Xuantong, what's going on?" Bai Yuwei asked, confused, glancing at Lin Chu before turning her gaze back to Elder Xuantong.
Elder Xuantong looked at Lin Chu with intense interest, "A being of great divine power has placed a seal in your brother's mind. I only touched it slightly and was repelled. If I hadn't reacted quickly, it wouldn't have been such a minor injury."
"A seal?" Bai Yuwei was greatly astonished.
Elder Xuantong nodded slightly, his gaze never leaving Lin Chu. He then beckoned, "Child, come here. Let me take a good look. Perhaps I can uncover the secret you hold."
A flicker of confusion appeared in Lin Chu's eyes. He glanced at Bai Yuwei, and seeing her nod, he walked towards Elder Xuantong.
"Brother Chu, Elder Xuantong and I are very close. In the Young Sect, he is the only person I can trust, so you don't need to be nervous," Bai Yuwei said, noticing Lin Chu's slightly tense expression.
"Sister, I trust you." Lin Chu nodded, then looked at Elder Xuantong.
Elder Xuantong looked at Lin Chu and pondered for a moment before saying, "Yuwei girl, I think it would be best to go to my private chamber."
Bai Yuwei nodded, "Everything as Elder Xuantong arranges."