Fewer disciples sought out Yun Lang for challenges in the following days, following the news of Yue Changtian's defeat.
It was not difficult to understand the underlying reasons for this.
Previously, those who challenged Yun Lang simply felt he was undeserving of his position as Lin Ruoxue's disciple and wished to curb his arrogance. However, after Yun Lang's consecutive victories over many days, the inner disciples had recognized his true strength.
Especially after Yue Changtian, the top inner disciple, was defeated by Yun Lang, it clearly demonstrated Yun Lang's formidable power.
While the number of challengers decreased, Yun Lang's reputation spread.
"Sigh." In his stone house, Yun Lang felt troubled.
The number of challengers had dwindled in the past two days. With fewer sparring opportunities, his cultivation progress naturally slowed.
Even with the system's enhancement, allowing Yun Lang to accumulate spiritual energy through simple actions like walking and breathing, the accumulation rate was significantly slower than in previous days.
Back on Blue Star, Yun Lang had been a seasoned novel enthusiast. He understood that his current strength was far from sufficient.
He could only triumph against those so-called senior and junior disciples. Against true powerhouses, such as Lin Ruoxue, he stood no chance!
The world of Xuanhuan always valued strength above all else. If he continued to be complacent, he would face peril with nowhere to turn!
Thinking of this, Yun Lang's brow furrowed with worry.
It had been half a month since he became Lin Ruoxue's disciple. Other than the initial bestowal of a cultivation technique, his master had paid him no attention during these days.
Adhering to the spirit of "if the mountain won't come to me, I'll go to the mountain," Yun Lang had indeed sought out Lin Ruoxue.
However, even when he found her, his master merely drank in silence, treating Yun Lang as if he were invisible.
When Yun Lang's persistent questions finally irked her, Lin Ruoxue simply left him with a statement: "A master guides you to the door; cultivation is your own journey. Any problems you encounter, you must comprehend yourself. Do not bother me with every little thing."
Seeing Lin Ruoxue's attitude, Yun Lang had no choice but to fend for himself.
Fortunately, the Taichu Sect itself provided many conveniences for inner disciples, one of which was the Scripture Pavilion.
The Scripture Pavilion, as its name suggested, housed a vast collection of cultivation techniques and secret manuals.
While outer disciples also had their own Scripture Pavilion, it was incomparable to that of the inner disciples in terms of both quality and quantity.
With Lin Ruoxue's indifference, Yun Lang had to seek his own path in the Scripture Pavilion.
He had inadvertently become a prominent figure in the Taichu Sect these past few days. The moment he entered, he caught the attention of Elder Ji, the guard of the inner Scripture Pavilion.
"You are Yun Lang, a remarkable young man!" Elder Ji scrutinized Yun Lang, his eyes narrowing into a smile.
Yun Lang nodded. "Greetings, Elder Ji!"
Elder Ji's demeanor was gentle, showing no malice. His words were merely born of curiosity towards Yun Lang.
Seeing Yun Lang's humble attitude, showing no signs of arrogance despite his recent exploits, Elder Ji was even more pleased with this disciple. He couldn't help but offer, "What kind of cultivation technique are you seeking? Perhaps I can help you find it."
With Elder Ji's assistance, finding a cultivation technique would be far more efficient. Yun Lang expressed his gratitude. "Thank you, Elder Ji!"
Yun Lang explained his desires to Elder Ji. Within the time it took for an incense stick to burn, he had found two cultivation techniques: one for strengthening his legs and improving speed, and the other a sword technique.
During his time reading novels on Blue Star, Yun Lang had yearned for the ability to fly on a sword. Now, with this opportunity, he was unwilling to forgo a sword technique.
These two techniques were not enough. Yun Lang also wished to find a fist technique.
After all, a fist technique could directly enhance his fingers, complementing his system perfectly.
"This Ancient Rhyme Fist Technique would be most suitable for you," Elder Ji said, handing Yun Lang a manual.
However, Yun Lang's gaze fell upon the topmost shelf. "Elder Ji, what is that?"
"It is also a fist technique, named the Taichu Fist Technique. Legend has it that it was a cultivation method from the founding of our Taichu Sect. Unfortunately, it is now incomplete!" Elder Ji's eyes held a trace of regret. "Even as a fragment, its content is obscure and difficult to comprehend. Not to mention ordinary disciples, even we elders cannot understand it."
"You have only just entered the inner sect. It is best to start with the basics. Remember, haste makes waste!"
Yun Lang understood Elder Ji's words were for his own good, yet his eyes remained fixed on the Taichu Fist Technique, unable to look away.
"Elder Ji, if one is to cultivate, one should cultivate the strongest technique! Please give me the Taichu Fist Technique. My decision is made!" Yun Lang declared with determination.
Seeing Yun Lang's resolve, Elder Ji knew he could not dissuade him. With a sigh, he handed it over to Yun Lang.
He had seen countless youths like this over the years!
Even as Yun Lang turned to leave, Elder Ji continued to shake his head, clearly believing Yun Lang would be unable to learn the Taichu Fist Technique and would only be wasting his efforts and time.
Yun Lang, unaffected by this, headed directly towards the Myriad Demon Pagoda in the inner section.
The Myriad Demon Pagoda housed countless demonic beasts, specifically for inner disciples to hone their techniques and strength. Yun Lang's appearance once again drew many glances.
His reputation had spread far and wide recently, and naturally, everyone recognized him.
Yun Lang paid them little mind. He read through the cultivation techniques he had just obtained. The system automatically channeled them through his heart, lungs, legs, and hands.
The fist technique that had troubled Elder Ji was digested and absorbed by Yun Lang after just one reading!
Following this, Yun Lang walked into the Myriad Demon Pagoda without looking elsewhere.
As Yun Lang entered the Myriad Demon Pagoda, all eyes turned to the ranking board outside!
The Myriad Demon Pagoda had another unique feature: a ranking board outside that clearly displayed the number of demonic beasts killed by disciples inside and their respective floors.
The higher the floor, the more powerful the demonic beasts!
The more demonic beasts killed, and the higher their level, the higher one's rank on the board!
Seeing Yun Lang enter the Myriad Demon Pagoda, everyone crowded around the board, eager to witness Yun Lang's prowess.
As he had just entered, Yun Lang's name naturally appeared at the very bottom of the list.
However, after only a moment, the crowd at the board erupted in a series of exclamations!
The numbers representing the kills on the board were rapidly ascending. Simultaneously, Yun Lang's name climbed from the bottom to the middle of the ranking.
And all of this happened in an instant!
In other words, Yun Lang had killed dozens of demonic beasts in a single moment!
Everyone stared in disbelief, exchanging bewildered glances. Such speed, such power, was indeed as rumored. No wonder he could defeat the top disciple, Yue Changtian!