I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 671 671: The Curtain Falls

"Reporting to the Ancestor, this disciple was not influenced by any Demon God. Instead, I consumed a fragment of a Godhead, enabling me to surpass one hundred Dao Traces."

Cao Youqian replied with complete reverence.

"You can hold back a False God King?"

The Cao Family Saint struggled to accept the information he was receiving. In the end, Cao Youqian had achieved Sainthood just a few years prior. Even though a False God King lacked a complete Godhead, such a being remained beyond the reach of a novice Saint.

Cao Youqian went on: "I conceal nothing from the Ancestor. This Godhead was granted to me by my Master."

Hiss...

The Cao Family Saint drew in a sharp breath. He gradually shifted his gaze toward Chu Feng, his expression brimming with respect as he declared: "Fellow Daoist Qiankun, you are indeed the greatest instructor in the annals of our Wendao Academy. This old man holds such demeanor in high regard. For the matter of selecting the Dean, I will fully align with your views."

Chu Feng grinned: "I repeat my earlier stance. It hinges on the desires of Xiao Chen and Daqian. With Daqian reluctant to join, let him remain. Concerning Chen'er, share your intentions with us."

Xiao Chen advanced a step and spoke deferentially: "Master, this disciple has no desire to go back to the Wendao Academy. Firstly, I pledged to Master to help Jiuwu attain Sainthood. Secondly, the Famous Sword Sacred Ground of ours still needs a Saint. I ought to establish at least a Saint's inheritance there before leaving."

"Fine. As you each hold your own plans, this seat won't compel you. I'll relay your decisions to the Sacred Court. It's been ages since we master and disciples reunited. Let's gather this evening."

Chu Feng had anticipated the decisions from his two disciples long ago. His visit here was simply a formality.

"Wonderful!!!"

Joy erupted from everyone at these words. They hadn't laid eyes on their Master in dozens of years. Claiming no longing for Chu Feng would be dishonest.

Soon enough, a feast was arranged inside the Wendao Sect.

Following several rounds of drinks, the Cao Saint shed his formalities and reveled in toasting with Chu Feng.

The Cao Saint lifted his cup and proclaimed: "God King Qiankun, this old man raises a toast to you."

"That won't do, Senior. That simply won't do."

Chu Feng quickly intervened. Considering the other was an elder figure, accepting a toast from a senior felt out of place.

"If you deny me this chance, you're belittling me."

The Cao Saint put on a mock frown and declared: "This cup comes straight from this old man's heart. Without your aid, who knows when the Cao Family might see another Saint emerge. Yet now, I witness not just two fresh Saints from the Cao Family, but also a rising God King, and perhaps even a prospective God Emperor."

He wouldn't claim for certain that Cao Youqian was destined for God Emperor status. Though ascending from God King to God Emperor demanded no unique prerequisites, the Void teemed with perils beyond that point. None could boast of reaching the conclusion unscathed.

Chu Feng smiled and remarked: "Senior, I need to amend your statement."

"I'm listening attentively."

The Cao Saint regarded Chu Feng with mild bewilderment, eager to learn his error.

With a solemn expression, Chu Feng stated: "Xiao Chen, Daqian, Jiuwu, and Yan'er here all possess the potential of Great Emperors. By suggesting Daqian might only reach God King someday—doesn't that imply I, their teacher, lack skill?"

Hiss...

The Cao Saint felt a bit startled by Chu Feng's abrupt self-praise, yet delight filled his heart. He hoisted his cup aloft and exclaimed: "Brilliant. Fellow Daoist Qiankun is absolutely right. This old man erred in my words. I'll down this cup first to show respect."

With that, he drained his cup entirely. Chu Feng followed suit, emptying his own in a single swallow.

The feast persisted into the deep hours of the night before concluding.

On the following day, Chu Feng chose not to depart immediately. Rather, he summoned Jiang Yan privately to his courtyard. Upon examining Jiang Yan, he noted the youth had already grasped one hundred Great Dao True Meanings. A pleased grin spread across his features.

"When this Master earlier granted the Three Ancestor God Pills to your three senior brothers, what crossed your mind?"

Jiang Yan replied: "This disciple entertained no undue feelings. Whatever Master bestows, this disciple receives with gratitude. Whatever Master withholds, this disciple won't pursue aggressively."

"You're becoming quite eloquent, boy. Here's a Supreme Dao Fruit Pill. Consume it once you enter the Saint Realm. Its power surpasses even the Great Dao Pill, granting comprehension of ninety-nine Dao Traces at once. In essence, one Dao Fruit Pill could propel you from Saint straight to God King. Yet this Master advises against it. Hold off until you've reached nine hundred ninety-nine Dao Traces before advancing to God King. Ideally, aim for three thousand Dao Traces."

Chu Feng offered his guidance with great care.

"This disciple will heed Master's instructions obediently."

Jiang Yan affirmed respectfully.

"Indeed. The next time this Master refines a batch of Dao Fruit Pills, you're welcome to watch in the Sacred Court to hone your alchemy prowess."

Chu Feng retained some materials for Dao Fruit Pills from Dean Kong, sufficient for crafting one Supreme Dao Fruit Pill. Teaching others in alchemy was one matter; his personal disciples couldn't lag behind.

Jiang Yan's face lit up with uncontainable excitement at this news. Unlike Senior Brother Ji's pursuit of the Human Emperor Dao, he favored the Pill Dao above all. To him, any path that brought prosperity to humanity sufficed.

He offered a profound bow to his Master: "Many thanks, Master."

"No need for thanks between us. Just strengthen your Dao heart. One day, attaining the Dao as an Immortal Emperor will be within reach."

Chu Feng advised Jiang Yan several more times before departing the Wendao Sect at last.

Meanwhile, after Bing Yan discovered the backgrounds of the Dean and the other Saint, she stated calmly and evenly: "If the Academy desires this, I am prepared to assume the role of Dean for the Wendao Academy."

Joy sparked in the Heavenly Dao Institute Saint's eyes as he heard her. He grinned and assured: "Bing Yan, have no doubts. I'll fight tooth and nail for you and keep that Cao Family youth from claiming the Dean position."

Bing Yan replied softly: "Daqian and Xiaochen won't be coming back. If they truly wanted to, I'd step aside for them without hesitation."

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Question marks flooded the Heavenly Dao Institute Saint's mind. He itched to inquire how she could be so sure they'd stay away, but recalling Bing Yan's alternate identity, he held his tongue. So long as Bing Yan agreed to lead as Dean of the Wendao Academy, their Heavenly Dao Institute lineage would remain the backbone of the institution.

The era of Miscellaneous Dao Institute's control was drawing to a close. He couldn't fathom how that Meng fellow had unearthed a prodigy like Chu Feng, who had overshadowed their Heavenly Dao Institute for more than a century. Now, with the Heavenly Dao Institute poised to rival the Miscellaneous Dao Institute once more, he felt content.

Dean Kong easily discerned the elder's thoughts but saw no reason to voice them. To him, the ascent of any institute benefited the Wendao Academy overall.

As the two parties—Chu Feng and Dean Kong's—returned to the Sacred Court, the Suppression God King called another assembly. He directed his attention to both sides and inquired: "Well? Did you obtain your responses?"

The Cao Family Saint began: "Lord, Daqian chooses to remain with the Wendao Sect."

At this, the Heavenly Dao Institute Saint's lip curved faintly upward. He mused: Your Cao Family has some sense after all.

Chu Feng added: "Senior, Xiao Chen has chosen to linger at the Wendao Sect to safeguard Ji Jiuwu's cultivation journey."

"Mm."

The Suppression God King acknowledged and declared: "In that case, this seat proclaims that starting today, Bing Yan will serve as Dean of our Wendao Academy. We'll hold the Dean's Inauguration Ceremony on an auspicious date to be chosen."