In this chaotic world of martial arts, I'll become a god by adding skill points!

Chapter 105 Entering the Inner Gate

Upon hearing this, the stone pillar trembled with excitement, as if hearing celestial music.

He quickly kowtowed several times to Steward Chen and the disciple in charge, stammering, "Thank you! Thank you, Immortal Master! Thank you, Steward! I will definitely do my job well! I will!"

He got up, his eyes red-rimmed, but he grinned foolishly and walked to a place next to him where odd jobs were registered.

Before leaving, he turned back and glanced at Wang Anping and the others.

Wang Anping, in particular, bowed deeply, his eyes filled with gratitude.

Wang Anping nodded slightly to him. Although the starting point of a menial disciple was low, he had eventually stepped through this door.

As for what the future holds, that's up to him.

At this point, Wang Anping, Zhao Qingyue, Lin Yunshu, Liu Mingxuan, and Liu Qingyao have all qualified to participate in the entrance test.

They, along with other teenagers who had passed the initial verification, were led to a designated area on one side of the square to wait.

Next comes the test that will determine whether they can truly become disciples of Misty Peak.

As those who had passed the initial verification gathered in the waiting area, Wang Anping observed them carefully.

He discovered that, just as rumored, this premier martial arts holy land in Jingzhou indeed had very few disciples.

The number of people waiting in the square, including these groups of newcomers, was only a few dozen, a far cry from the grand spectacle one might imagine when a major sect opened its gates wide.

After explaining the matters, the disciple from Misty Peak who was leading them said no more, his expression carrying an air of detached indifference.

There were not many other disciples maintaining order. They were reserved in their aura and composed in their demeanor, yet they exuded a sense of aloofness and detachment.

Liu Mingxuan said to Liu Qingyao in a low voice, "As expected, there are few disciples and the sect is quiet and secluded."

"If it weren't for the imperial court's special examination and the agreement reached with the peak master to grant a special number of places, we would probably have had no chance to set foot here."

Liu Qingyao nodded: "I heard that in the past they accepted disciples entirely based on fate," and it couldn't be forced.

This opportunity to directly enter the program based solely on the Enke document is truly rare.

Zhao Qingyue also whispered to Wang Anping, "Brother Wang, my father said that these spots were obtained by the imperial court in exchange for certain conditions. Although Misty Peak agreed, they only agreed to accept them as outer disciples. What happens next depends on individual fate."

Wang Anping nodded slightly. No wonder he felt that although the place was magnificent, it was not very lively.

These special examination slots are more like a special permission granted through a transaction, rather than Misty Peak actively recruiting talented individuals.

This also explains why the document verification is so strict; it has become the only hurdle.

His gaze swept across the crowd and he saw the boy named Shizhu, who had changed into a coarse gray servant's uniform.

He was led toward a path behind the mountain gate. Shi Zhu's eyes were full of energy; his journey had begun from the very bottom.

At this moment, the gentle-looking inner disciple named Su Mu stepped forward again.

"Everyone," Su Mu said in a calm and clear voice, "first of all, congratulations on being granted entry into the outer sect of my Misty Peak through the special martial arts examination."

Upon hearing this, many people showed a relieved and joyful expression.

Lin Yunshu's lips curled into a smile. He could already imagine the scene of his strength rapidly improving after entering Misty Peak, and slapping Wang Anping in the face.

Su Mu continued, "However, entering the gate is not the end, but only the beginning."

Although our Misty Peak has promised to accept you into the outer sect, sect resources, guidance from teachers, and the inheritance of cultivation techniques are not distributed equally.

Even within the outer gates, there are distinctions of rank and status.

He swept his gaze across the crowd, his tone still gentle, yet carrying an undeniable air: "Next, we will conduct a basic examination of you all, mainly examining your innate qualities, current cultivation level, and potential in your character."

The results of this investigation will determine your initial treatment after entering the outer gate.

Such as residence, the amount of monthly resources, the level of cultivation techniques that can be accessed, and whether there is a chance to gain the attention of stewards or elders.

Whether you can advance to the inner sect, or even the true disciple, depends on your own efforts and opportunities.

In other words

Su Mu concluded: "The document allows you to enter the door, but how far can you go inside?"

Everything depends on the current assessment and future performance; I urge everyone to treat this matter with caution.

"I see," Wang Anping understood.

This imperial martial arts test is more like an admission ticket, guaranteeing you entry into the holy land.

But whether you end up on the sidelines or highly regarded, whether you remain unknown or have the opportunity to soar to great heights, depends on your true abilities.

Misty Peak did not lower its internal standards because of the imperial court's favor.

"Now, those who hold the tokens, please follow me for the inspection."

After Su Mu finished speaking, he turned around and led the group, not towards the towering stone steps of the main peak.

Instead, they turned to one side of the square, where there were several relatively ancient palaces nestled among the green pines and cypresses.

The waiting crowd had varying feelings; some were eager to try, while others were nervous and apprehensive.

Wang Anping gripped the token in his hand, his expression calm.

He had already made up his mind that he must rely on his proficiency system to quickly learn superior martial arts and then rapidly improve his strength!

Su Mu led the group to a palace and stopped. He then turned to the crowd and said, "Those who can come here all have strength around the Dark Force level. We outer disciples are at this stage."

Outer disciples are temporarily not allowed to cultivate the Misty Peak techniques. Only those with exceptional talent and those who have broken through to the Transformation Realm can directly enter the inner sect and begin cultivating the Misty Peak techniques.

However, there are conditions for joining the inner sect. First, you cannot leave the mountain until you reach the Gang Jin level. Second, after reaching the Gang Jin level, you need to do three things for Misty Peak. Only after completing these three things will your martial arts skills truly belong to you.

Su Mu spoke with a blank expression, a rule passed down from his ancestors.

Upon hearing this, Wang Anping's eyes lit up, and he immediately entered the inner gate!

This is a good condition! As for the requirement to reach the Gang Realm before descending the mountain...

...This is a bit troublesome. It seems I'll have to practice martial arts even harder after joining the sect.

"Strictly speaking, outer disciples are not considered members of Misty Peak. During this period, you are free to go down the mountain and leave the sect. However, you cannot consider yourselves members of Misty Peak. Now, let's begin the assignments."

Those at or above the Transformation Realm level stand to my right; no need to test their physical constitution. Those at the Dark Realm level stand to my left; the physical constitution test will begin.

Upon hearing this, Wang Anping stepped out of the line and walked to his right. Those below stared in disbelief at the sight.

We're the same age, how come you've already become so skilled?

Of course, he wasn't the only one; three or four more, men and women, came out one after another.

After standing together, the group nodded to each other as a greeting.

Next up was the test of aptitude for disciples at the Dark Force level. Wang Anping wondered if the martial arts holy land would have some different methods.

The result was the same simple and brutal: they just reached out and touched it.

Of course, there are special people in charge of the female disciples, after all, this sacred place of martial arts is not a dirty or vulgar place.

The test results came back quickly; there weren't many people to begin with, and the test was completed in just a few minutes.

Basically, those who can get here are at least of average physical attributes, but those who want to become inner disciples at Misty Peak are at least of superior physical attributes.

Only one-third of people can reach this standard. Surprisingly, Lin Shuyun and the two siblings she met on the road actually have superior physical constitutions!

Miss Zhao, who seemed to have exceptional talent, was only of average to above-average ability, just barely making it into the inner sect.

She looked at Wang Anping with a pitiful expression, as if to say, "I want to go with you."

Seeing this, Lin Yunshu quickly ran over and whispered words of comfort, but the other party ignored him. Instead, he ran to Wang Anping's side and whispered, "Brother Anping, wait for me. I will definitely break through to the Transformation Realm within a year. Then I can practice martial arts with you."