Nineteen quasi inner disciples charged forward together. Even with the system aiding him, Yun Lang had no choice but to temporarily evade their onslaught.
However, speed was precisely what Yun Lang lacked the least!
Although Yun Lang's overall strength was only at the Qi Refining stage, his speed had already reached the fifth level of Foundation Establishment.
As for his opponents, while they were all the crème de la crème of the outer sect, their highest strength was only at the peak of Qi Refining. In terms of speed alone, they were far from being Yun Lang's match.
The crowd watched as Yun Lang moved with incredible speed, like a swimming dragon weaving through a group of outer disciples. Even as they charged forward relentlessly, they couldn't lay a single scratch on him.
Seeing this, let alone the ordinary disciples, even the several peak lords were astonished. Yun Lang's strength far surpassed that of other outer disciples!
As for Lin Ruxue, although her expression remained unchanged, she had silently set down her wine gourd at some unknown moment, her gaze fixed solely on Yun Lang.
"Yun Lang's speed is so fast!"
"Those people can't even catch the hem of his robe. How can this be fought?"
"What he said just now, it wasn't just bravado!"
...
Yun Lang weaved between the disciples, his hands not idle. Punch after punch, palm strike after palm strike, he landed blows on his opponents' various points.
Such extraordinary speed was too precious to be used solely for evasion. Yun Lang integrated it into his attacks, making him unstoppable.
"Bang!" "Bang!" "Bang!"
The sounds of bodies falling were continuous. In the time it took for a single stick of incense to burn, only Yun Lang remained standing on the stage.
The disciples below the stage had their mouths agape in astonishment.
Before this, none of them had ever imagined that Yun Lang could truly achieve such a feat, and in such a short amount of time, winning so brilliantly!
Even Wang Long, who had secretly harbored thoughts of revenge, couldn't help but smack his lips, "When did this guy get so strong?"
"I'm claiming this disciple today!" Elder Ye Shi excitedly slapped the armrest of his chair and stood up.
"You old fox, this is clearly my disciple!" Peak Lord Shi retorted angrily. He had no intention of letting such a promising talent like Yun Lang slip away.
"Heh heh, Yun Lang excels in speed, making him a perfect fit for my tutelage!" Qi Yun also said with a smile.
Before Chen Xiao could even announce the result, the peak lords were already impatient. They began to bicker from their seats, almost resorting to physical scuffles to snatch him.
Watching the peak lords fall into a frenzy, Chen Xiao silently closed his mouth. The outcome was all too clear, and there was no need for him to say any more.
"This disciple, I'm taking him. Anyone have an objection?"
A cold, clear female voice rang out. It was Lin Ruxue who had spoken.
She maintained her usual indifferent expression, but her aura had already been released. Though it was just a single sentence, the deterrent force it generated was extraordinary, like Mount Tai pressing down on everyone's shoulders.
The other four peak lords exchanged glances. They had been fiercely arguing over Yun Lang's affiliation just moments ago, but now they were rendered speechless.
Lin Ruxue usually appeared detached and uninterested in worldly affairs. Who would have thought she would suddenly intervene?
However, considering the talent Yun Lang had displayed, everyone understood.
"Cough, cough, no matter how fiercely we argue, we still need to hear this boy's own wishes." Qi Yun coughed.
This statement, in fact, contained Qi Yun's own calculations. He himself was adept at speed, and his cultivation path seemed most compatible with Yun Lang's. He believed that if Yun Lang were to have his own say, his chances of success would be higher than the other peak lords!
With these words, all eyes once again fell on Yun Lang.
Unexpectedly, before Yun Lang could say anything, Lin Ruxue intensified her pressure.
"Say that again, who has an objection?" Lin Ruxue's voice spread, completely disregarding Yun Lang's right to choose and also ignoring Qi Yun's earlier remark.
Qi Yun's face contorted for a moment, but sensing Lin Ruxue's terrifying power, he said no more.
"Detected host is undergoing immense pressure, heart is continuously strengthening. Remaining until next upgrade: 2/20 times."
The familiar prompt echoed in Yun Lang's ears again. His heartbeat suddenly quickened, and immense power surged towards him.
Lin Ruxue, hovering in mid-air, glanced thoughtfully at Yun Lang, then retracted her terrifying aura.
"Hoo..." Yun Lang breathed a sigh of relief.
If Lin Ruxue hadn't retracted her pressure, the spiritual energy within him would have continued to gather. Eventually, the power would have had to be released, causing a huge commotion.
With no peak lords dissenting, Yun Lang automatically became Lin Ruxue's disciple.
Lin Ruxue had no interest in the subsequent procedures. Having achieved her objective, she wasted no more words and left with Yun Lang.
Yun Lang followed his master, utterly bewildered, but he dared not say a word.
The aura Lin Ruxue had displayed earlier was at least at the Nascent Soul level, far surpassing the other four peak lords.
No wonder Lin Ruxue had never taken on disciples before. With her strength, the previous outer disciples were simply not worthy of her attention!
"We're here. You'll be living here from now on," Lin Ruxue's voice interrupted Yun Lang's thoughts.
Snapping back to reality, Yun Lang realized he had followed Lin Ruxue all the way to Snow Extreme Peak!
Before him stood a simple stone house. The furnishings were basic, and apart from being slightly larger than Yun Lang's previous residence, there was no other difference.
"Yes, Master!" Yun Lang bowed.
He had no requirements for accommodation. As long as there was a place to stay and shelter from the wind and rain, it was fine.
Moreover, compared to the other four peaks, Snow Extreme Peak had nothing special about it other than Lin Ruxue, so its simplicity and plainness were not surprising.
Lin Ruxue, seeing Yun Lang's calm expression, felt inexplicably awkward. She took a sip of wine to mask her unease.
She knew that the conditions on her mountain were not great.
Usually, with only herself, she paid no mind to such external matters. However, Yun Lang was just a new disciple, and it was inevitable that he might feel unbalanced.
But looking at Yun Lang's composed expression, Lin Ruxue secretly commended him, her face remaining impassive.
"Cultivate this manual first. If you encounter anything you don't understand, come and ask me!" Lin Ruxue took a manual from her storage ring and handed it to Yun Lang.
"Thank you, Master!" Yun Lang respectfully accepted it.
After handing over the manual, Lin Ruxue felt somewhat awkward. Perhaps it had been too long since she took on a disciple, and she was unsure how to guide one!
In the end, Lin Ruxue didn't say much more. She waved her sleeve and left without a trace.
Yun Lang then examined the manual in his hand. The level of the manual corresponded to the cultivation level. The one Lin Ruxue had given him was likely also a Nascent Soul level manual!