Starting As A Clan Leader: My Rules Are A Bit Wild

Chapter 20, Third Profound Essence Realm!

"Expanding the scale of things can't be rushed."

On this day, after Lin Fan wandered around the sect, he stood at the edge of the cliff behind him, drinking the northwest wind and murmured, "As my strength increases, or after I gain some fame, the number of disciples will naturally increase."

"And the most important thing is strength."

"If I'm not mistaken, the breakthrough will happen tonight, within these two days."

Previously, after consuming three Seventh Grade Condensing Essence Pills, Lin Fan's cultivation reached the peak of the Condensing Essence Realm. After this period of practice and consolidation, he was now on the verge of reaching the Profound Essence Realm.

"The Third Profound Essence Realm."

"Among the younger generation, at least among the younger generation of third-rate sects, it is already considered accomplished, even outstanding."

In general, the strongest in third-rate sects are usually at the Fourth Grotto-Heaven Realm.

If there is a Fifth Finger Mystic Realm expert, they can start trying to promote to a second-rate sect.

Of course, having a Finger Mystic Realm expert is just one of the minimum requirements to become a second-rate sect.

In addition, there must be a sufficient scale.

The scale includes but is not limited to spiritual mountains, resources, the quality and quantity of disciples, and so on.

In short, it is difficult to advance to a second-rate sect.

But if there is a Finger Mystic Realm expert, it means there is at least hope.

If one wants to go further and become a first-rate sect...

They would need at least a Seventh Dao Integration Realm expert to achieve that.

As for the Sacred Land...

It was established by a former Ninth Immortal Ascension Realm expert. Even if there is no Immortal Ascension Realm expert presiding over it, there are still old monsters at the Void Shattering Realm guarding it, as well as the blessing of Immortal Weapons~

But all of this is still too far away for Lin Fan.

That night, Lin Fan successfully broke through.

The Third Profound Essence Realm, achieved!

True essence gathered within the Profound Gate, feeling the rapid replenishment of true essence within the first Profound Gate, his strength also skyrocketed, causing Lin Fan to smile.

"To break through a major realm in just two months of transmigration, this speed is not bad!"

At least he was quite satisfied.

If he continues to develop like this, perhaps the first crisis ten months later won't be a big problem.

"If I can share my battle power..."

"Oh? The Second Layer of the Profound Essence Realm?"

"Not bad."

"Xiao Ling'er has also reached the Seventh Layer of the Condensing Essence Realm."

"If we can find another disciple with a protagonist template, wouldn't that be great?"

"But..."

"It's probably not that easy to find, right?"

What is a protagonist template?

If it were so easy to find, it wouldn't be called a protagonist template. Where would so many destined protagonists come from?

Although the Immortal Martial Continent is almost boundlessly vast, with a population of billions, Lin Fan estimated that the total number of protagonist templates probably wouldn't exceed ten?

Of course, this is just a guess.

Perhaps there will be pleasant surprises?

He eagerly anticipated that.

...

Suddenly, another half a month passed.

On this day, Duan Qingyao returned from purchasing resources and found Lin Fan. "Master."

"Does Elder Wu have something to say?"

"It's just some news."

Duan Qingyao pondered and said, "The nearest large immortal city to us, the Hongwu Immortal City, will hold a youth Alchemist Conference in half a month. Anyone under a hundred years old can participate, and the prizes are very generous."

"If you win first place, you can obtain a Rank Six Pill Furnace, three types of Rank Six pill formulas, and..."

"A Finger Mystic Pill."

"Oh?"

Lin Fan was slightly surprised. "A Rank Five pill, the Finger Mystic Pill, that can help cultivators break through to the Fifth Finger Mystic Realm?"

"Yes, and it's personally made by a Rank Seven Alchemist. It is said to be at least Fifth Grade."

Fifth Grade, is that impressive?

Our Ling'er is just younger and has a lower cultivation level, otherwise she could at least produce a Seventh Grade pill.

But the Finger Mystic Pill is indeed a good thing.

"Elder Wu and Elder Two, you're not far from reaching the peak of the Grotto-Heaven Realm, right?"

"The second elder has already reached the peak, but due to injuries sustained in his youth, he left behind hidden dangers. If there are no fortuitous encounters, I'm afraid..."

"But, Sect Master, let's not think too much about the leader."

Duan Qingyao smiled helplessly, "I was just talking, after all, it's the Hongwu Immortal City. There will be at least a hundred thousand participants, all outstanding young alchemists, including disciples from top sects."

"Linger is indeed exceptional, but compared to disciples from top sects, or rather, the foundation of our Embracing Moon Sect, it is still lacking."

As she said this, Duan Qingyao's expression became somewhat desolate.

In terms of talent, she was certain that Xiao Ling'er was not inferior to disciples from ordinary top sects, and even surpassed the majority of them.

But the Embracing Moon Sect...

Sigh, even though they had already given their all, the support they could provide was still very limited.

Having more ambition than ability.

In her opinion, it wasn't Xiao Ling'er's fault, but rather the sect's lack of support.

Blame those old folks like herself for being useless!

"Why worry so much, Fifth Elder?"

"Geniuses are always good at creating miracles. Otherwise, why would they be called geniuses?"

"Whether she succeeds or not, she won't know until she tries. Besides, even if she doesn't come in first, there should still be a consolation prize, right?"

"As for whether Xiao Ling'er wants to go or not, it depends on her."

"Master!"

Before the words had even finished, Xiao Ling'er jumped out from outside the house, her face full of excitement. "Disciple is willing to go!"

Lin Fan: "...How long have you been eavesdropping?"

She hadn't even noticed.

This girl had obviously used some kind of concealment technique.

Elder Wu, on the other hand, was not surprised and smiled, "I'll go before and after you."

"Master, please don't be angry. Disciple didn't mean to." Xiao Ling'er quickly apologized.

"Since you've heard it and are willing to go, I naturally have no reason to stop you."

Lin Fan nodded, "In that case, let the Fifth Elder accompany you on this trip and act as your protector."

"Also, Elder Wu."

"Make a copy of our sect's rules for this girl."

"When you're away from home, you must be cautious and not forget the sect's rules."

"Yes, Sect Master."

Duan Qingyao's smile grew even brighter.

Rankings no longer mattered.

She was actually looking forward to Xiao Ling'er's expression after seeing the sect's rules.

"The sect's rules?"

Xiao Ling'er asked in confusion, "Master, Fifth Elder, aren't the sect's rules carved on stone tablets? I've already memorized them inside out."

"Those rules are for outsiders to see."

Lin Fan smiled, "Ordinary disciples must also follow them, but you're different. What Elder Wu gave you is our true sect's rules. Remember not to disclose them."

"Yes!"

Xiao Ling'er's expression became serious, "Disciple swears on her Dao Heart that she will not leak a single word. Otherwise, she will be trapped by her inner demons and never regain clarity."

"No need for that. Since I let Elder Wu give them to you, it means I trust you."

Lin Fan waved his hand.

He had already been convinced before that Xiao Ling'er had excellent character and a correct mindset, worthy of taking a gamble on.

After all, she couldn't possibly have the temperament of a certain titled individual...

...

"These, these are the sect's rules?"

After reading the sect's rules, Xiao Ling'er was dumbfounded.

"Master?"

Even her master was dumbfounded.

"I've lived for thousands of years, became a lingering soul for thousands of years, and have never seen such strange sect rules."

"But..."

"I can be sure that you, my master, are definitely not ordinary, and these rules are the same!"

"How can you tell?" Xiao Ling'er asked in confusion.

"Look at this one!"

"For those who talk to themselves about rings, bracelets, necklaces, and other items, priority... Huh?!"

Xiao Ling'er's expression changed drastically.

She hadn't noticed before, but now she realized that it was difficult to remain calm.

(End of this chapter)