Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2215 Chapter 1032: Qilin Blood

Meanwhile, numerous cultivators who had seen the sword discussion roster experienced a whirlwind of emotions.

A few felt a sense of relief, others took pleasure in the misfortune, while some let out disappointed sighs, mourning Taixu Gate's streak of bad fortune, where even their sole opportunity slipped away.

Taixu Gate, Sect Master's quarters.

"Why does it have to be Shen Linsu specifically..."

The leaders of the Three Mountains Sects had assembled, their expressions grim.

In these final two matches, just a touch of fortune to dodge those formidable foes would offer a solid shot at success.

Yet fate conspired against them.

The adversary turned out to be the most challenging one imaginable.

"Our forebears aren't favoring us..."

Chongxu Sect Leader murmured with a heavy sigh.

Taia Sect Leader reflected briefly, then asked, "Do you believe we stand any chance of prevailing?"

Chongxu Sect Leader shot him a look, "As a sect leader yourself, aren't you aware of Shen Linsu's background?"

Taia Sect Leader's eyes widened in surprise, falling into a quiet hush.

Chongxu Sect Leader spoke in a subdued tone: "The Qianxue Four Talents, by all accounts, operate on a level far beyond typical disciples."

"They possess superior-grade spiritual roots, advanced cultivation techniques, and exceptionally potent spiritual energy circulation."

"When it comes to Dao cultivation aptitude, legacy, and resources, the disparity is immense." "And that's already impressive enough!"

"However, this current batch of Four Talents surpasses even the legends of old..."

Chongxu Sect Leader furrowed his brow faintly, continuing at a measured pace: "Each one harbors mysterious, potent bloodlines..."

The mere mention of bloodlines cast a somber pall over the room.

Chongxu Sect Leader hesitated, then exhaled deeply before pressing on:

"The Duanmu clan's Colorful Phoenix Bloodline, the Ao clan's Half-step Dragon Vein, the Xiao clan's Dustless Sword Bloodline, the Shen clan's Kirin Bloodline..."

"In earlier generations of Four Talents—no, across the whole Qianxue region—awakening even a single gifted bloodline was a rare feat."

"But this era boasts four such prodigies... something once thought impossible."

"That's precisely why the Four Great Sects brim with such assurance."

"Bloodlines are treasures that the Taoist Court hesitates to reveal, and noble houses guard jealously, but they undeniably exist."

"Certain souls enter the world far above the rest."

"From birth, they receive the Heavenly Dao's favor through these exceptional bloodlines, which stir to life as they cultivate...

"In a way, such beings might not qualify as mere 'humans.'"

"Those who bear these bloodlines excel beyond measure: spells shatter the heavens, body refinements defy destruction, sword arts achieve eternal sharpness..."

"Their physical forms and spiritual energies outclass ordinary cultivators by realms, like heaven and earth apart, bridged by an unbridgeable gulf." "And that's not all...

"Moreover, every one of them has received a unique Eternal Life Rune implanted by their family's Heaven Void Ancestor."

"Is a specialized Eternal Life Rune something commonplace?"

"Even among mighty clans and sects' core heirs, this 'Eternal Life Rune' is granted only once every few centuries."

"It safeguards their destinies and guarantees their endurance, underscoring the immense value placed on these remarkable youths."

"To the common folk spectating the sword discussions with thrilled clamor, it's all just entertainment, with scant grasp of the deeper layers."

"They might remain oblivious, but how could we, as sect leaders, be ignorant?"

"To overcome such elite geniuses—how simple do you think that is?"

The trio of sect leaders sat in contemplative silence.

The loftier one's position, the more hidden truths one uncovers, the weightier the realization of what 'bloodline' truly signifies.

Even so, a thread of unwillingness lingered.

Particularly for Taia Sect Leader, who ventured:

"Remember, this is a defensive bout; Taixu Gate holds the home ground, and that young Mo Hua excels in formations—maybe..."

Chongxu Sect Leader shook his head firmly, "I'd say there's only the faintest hope,

but temper your expectations."

"To be blunt, back when you and I were at Foundation Establishment, against a prodigy like Shen Linsu, victory would have eluded us."

"Truly, it's an overwhelming trial for these youngsters..." Taixu Sect Leader sorrowed, "We'll have them give it their all."

Taia Sect Leader inclined his head in agreement, "If they win, splendid; if they fall short... we'll endure..." "The ancestors withhold their grace, but it's not for lack of effort from the disciples..."

Taixu Gate, Disciples' Quarters.

Mo Hua gazed at the sword discussion lineup, mulling it over before releasing a soft sigh:

"What rotten luck..."

Throughout the Earth division sword discussions, he'd clashed with the Qianxue Four Talents: Heavenly Sword Sect's Xiao Wuchen, Longding Sect's Ao Zhan, Wanxiao Sect's Duanmu Qing—losing every encounter.

Now, Qian Taoist Sect's Shen Linsu entered the fray.

This round, he'd faced off against the entire Qianxue Four Talents.

His fortune wasn't merely poor; it was disastrous.

Sword discussions were tough by nature, but his slate of foes elevated the ordeal to infernal heights.

In the Heaven division, such matchups might pass without comment, but in Earth division, these 'draws' thrust upon him bordered on the ridiculous.

"That Dao Discussion Heaven Instrument—could someone have tampered with it,

aiming straight for me?"

Mo Hua grumbled, his brow creased in thought.

Of course, dwelling on such notions now served no purpose.

The real focus was tomorrow's clash.

How should he approach the fight?

Could he genuinely overcome Shen Linsu?

Mo Hua's forehead wrinkled as he delved into contemplation.

He'd crossed paths with Shen Linsu only once, and from gut feeling alone, he sensed the other's unparalleled aptitude and cultivation prowess.

Confronting Shen Linsu promised an arduous struggle.

Yet that wasn't the gravest issue.

The true hurdle loomed larger: supposing he triumphed over Shen Linsu, then what?

Vanquish Shen Linsu, secure one more victory, and with a dash of luck, one of the Four Great Sects suffers back-to-back defeats.

Taixu Gate squeaks into the top four of the sword discussions.

And after that?

What about the Heaven division sword discussions? Based on the ongoing progression, precious few disciples from Taixu Gate seem poised to reach those exalted stages.