Inside the Imperial City.
Ji Wusi and the others turned their gaze toward the distant sky.
They all knew Yun Jin wanted to make a grand display before the public. They had also guessed roughly what she would do, but when it came to putting on such a show, none of them could compare to her.
For example—
If it were them, they would never have thought of gathering fire elements to weave a blazing red path straight into the heavens.
And Yun Jin had even gone so far as to change into a scarlet robe, her expression calm as she slowly ascended into the sky.
Ji Wusi muttered helplessly, "I remember that when this girl left the palace this morning, she was still wearing blue."
Liu Li nodded. "Indeed. But this red robe suits her well. The girl has an eye for beauty. Next time, I'll have her make me one as well."
Qing Yun cast Liu Li a look full of exasperation. How could this woman's focus drift so far off track?Shouldn't the real issue be that Yun Jin deliberately changed outfits just to better match the moment?
Friends—this was the very definition of showing off in style.
"Yun Jin looks calm enough, but knowing her, she's probably feeling extremely pleased with herself inside." Based on Yun Jin's nature, Qing Yun gave what was likely the most accurate guess.
Ji Wusi and Liu Li nodded in agreement.
That said, none of them blinked as they watched her.
After all, this was their disciple. Watching Yun Jin bask in glory gave them the same feeling as reading a wildly satisfying storybook—it was invigorating, even contagious.
This must be what people meant by living vicariously.
At that moment—
A crimson carpet stretched into the heavens.
From afar, it looked like a blazing fire dragon coiling upward.
Step by step, Yun Jin walked upon it.
Her expression remained serene, though inside, she was positively delighted.
Heaven really was on her side.
It seemed to know that in the past few days the people of Canglan Kingdom had built up another wave of Emotional Value, so it conveniently presented her with this perfect opportunity to put on a show.
Rainstorm? Unfortunate weather?
No—this was simply perfect.
Listening to the crisp chime of Emotional Value flooding into her, Yun Jin leisurely reached the end of the blazing carpet.
The downpour raged on.
Yet whenever the raindrops touched the fire-formed carpet, they instantly evaporated into nothingness. It was as if Yun Jin herself was shrouded by an invisible flame. The storm seemed to fear her, parting away and leaving her in a dry, pristine void amid the sheets of rain.
Her red skirts billowed, and her voice spread throughout the entire capital.
"The recruitment of Wushuang Sect is upon us. For the sake of all who wish to register, today Wushuang Sect declares this storm canceled. Bear witness, all of you."
Her words had just fallen when a long sword appeared in her hand. The blade was half black and half white, but now it too burned with fire, exuding an overbearing presence.
Yun Jin lifted the sword high and shouted, "Tai'a, go!"
The Tai'a Sword did not immediately strike at the storm clouds. Instead, it danced through the air, driving the countless fire elements with it. Sometimes it formed into a dragon, sometimes into a phoenix, each circling around the sword and turning the scene into a magnificent spectacle.
Ji Wusi and the others exchanged glances.
After a long silence, Ji Wusi remarked, "Yun Jin has mastered the Law of Fire. I suspect she can use its power to drive away this storm."
Qing Yun said flatly, "That was my thought as well. But since she's the only known master of the Fire Law in this world, we can't say for sure what unique abilities it grants. Best not to jump to conclusions."
Liu Li added softly, "Perhaps not conclusions, but I can say with confidence that all those dragons and phoenixes and fiery carpets are completely unnecessary."
The three of them couldn't help but chuckle. So Yun Jin really was just showing off. Yet for all its theatricality, there was something undeniably exhilarating about it.
In the capital below—
The common folk had already broken into cries of astonishment.
Never before had they seen such a scene.
A torrential storm that dared not touch a single person.
A cultivator who raised her sword and defied the heavens themselves.
Could a storm truly be canceled like this?
Among the crowd, Qin Ping let out a laugh. He himself had secretly acted in times of severe natural disaster, rallying others to preserve stability in Canglan Kingdom. But he had always done so in the shadows. Who would dare to be as brazen as Yun Jin?
His mind began to turn. With Yun Jin at the helm, Wushuang Sect's style would never be the same as it was a thousand years ago.
Perhaps… following Sect Master Yun, he too should learn how to show off properly.
A spark flashed in his eyes. Qin Ping summoned his life-bound scripture, flipped to a certain page, and quietly cast a spell.
In the next moment, a golden radiance descended, encircling Yun Jin's head.
Yes—if this was to be a display, it had to be grand.
Yun Jin blinked in surprise.
Her Tai'a Sword was still doing aerial acrobatics, and she had been considering whether the act had gone on long enough.
And then Qin Ping had to go and crown her with a halo of golden light.
Emmm…
She was speechless.
What was this?
Had a second Tian Po Sword been born?
Wasn't Qin Ping supposed to be a steady, upright man? Why the sudden change?
Surely this wasn't her influence at work again… right?
No, absolutely not.
While she was still doubting herself, fresh blossoms suddenly began to circle around her.
Yun Jin instantly sensed another Imperial cultivator lending their power.
"...???"
Were all the disciples she was about to recruit this ostentatious?
No. She would never allow anyone to outshine her in showing off.
Her focus sharpened. Forming elaborate hand seals that looked complex but were ultimately meaningless, she recited a chant that sounded profound yet was equally useless.
"Heaven above, infinite law. Flames of the cosmos, heed my command. Break!"
At her words, a fiery vortex formed before her, and the Tai'a Sword shot forward within it, piercing straight into the clouds.
Qin Ping and the others piled on even more effects.
In an instant—
Golden light.
Falling blossoms.
Music.
Illusions.
All appeared together.
Below, the crowd erupted in gasps of awe as the Tai'a Sword thrust into the storm clouds. The flames swept across the entire sky in a single breath. Before everyone's astonished eyes, the torrential rain ceased instantly. In its place, great swathes of fiery-red clouds spread across the heavens.
"The weather has been cold and dreary, bringing only discomfort. Let this sun hang here for now." Yun Jin waved her hand, and the fire elements coalesced into a blazing sphere that hung upon the horizon, as though she had created a second sun.
Many commoners had no idea what fire elements or the Law of Fire were.
They had only one thought.
Good heavens.
Yun Jin could even forge a sun?
What level of cultivation was this?
Even the Sword Immortal of Kunlun Sword Sect might not be able to do such a thing.
The Sect Master of Wushuang Sect truly was a figure like an immortal god.
Gao Jingxuan stood stunned by the performance, but quickly came back to his senses. "In one hour, registration will officially begin. All who are already in the capital may proceed to attempt it."
Registration was starting.
The crowd surged with excitement, rushing madly toward the designated registration points.
The press was so great that Gao Jingxuan was nearly knocked over. He hurriedly dispatched cultivators to maintain order and prevent a stampede.
Only after wiping the sweat from his brow did a satisfied smile tug at his lips.
Ah yes.
He was already his master's second disciple. What a pity he could not share in the same joy as these people, fighting for a coveted place in Wushuang Sect.
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LOL, with a Sect Master like Yun Jin who just loves to show off, you can already imagine how ridiculous the members of Wushuang Sect have become under her leadership (≧▽≦).
It's just like her pets, Gun Gun and Huan Huan. Their personalities completely changed and got amplified the moment they were contracted by her.
I still can't forget that hilarious moment when Gun Gun started dancing in the middle of the arena. ｡ﾟ(ﾟ^▽^ﾟ)ﾟ｡