"Pavilion Master Lin is a little short on resources, perhaps?" Yun Jin said, unable to hide a teasing smile. "Rest assured, since Wushuang Sect has exhausted our wealth to save lives, we are not after any reward. My request is simple: I only need one promise from you, Pavilion Master Lin."
Yun Jin added, "It does not involve you spending any spirit stones."
Lin Xiao's expression shifted slightly.
Ah, so that was Yun Jin's meaning!
It made him look stingy in comparison.
Compared with Liu Hua, Lin Xiao's emotions were far more controlled. A trace of gentle smile even lingered at his lips. "You said it. What kind of promise do you want?"
Yun Jin chuckled softly and picked up her megaphone again. "Everyone, attention! One month from now, Wushuang Sect will begin its second recruitment drive. The recruitment will be fair and impartial. It does not matter whether you are a loose cultivator or an Imperial cultivator, nor whether you are a sect disciple. Anyone who yearns for Wushuang Sect and recognizes its principles may participate in the entry test!
The Wushuang Sect headquarters will recruit two hundred new disciples this time. Those who do not pass need not worry; they may join Wushuang Sect's affiliated sects.
This time, Wushuang Sect is simultaneously opening ten high-tier sect affiliations, twenty mid-tier sect affiliations, and thirty low-tier sect affiliations. Interested sects may contact Wushuang Sect Elder Qin Ping.
Over!"
Yun Jin finished her announcement, put away the megaphone, and then smiled at Lin Xiao. "Pavilion Master Lin, this is the reward I am requesting. Wushuang Sect is a small sect with limited resources. I ask Pavilion Master Lin to grant some affiliated sect spots to Wushuang Sect.
Additionally, recruitment for small sects like ours is extremely difficult. I request a promise.
No matter which sect a disciple comes from, if they wish to take Wushuang Sect's entry test, no sect may prevent it. This includes… even the super sects."
Having finished, Yun Jin looked calmly at Lin Xiao. "What do you say?"
In the square, the expressions of many cultivators shifted.
Some felt apprehensive.
Some were filled with anticipation.
Two hundred spots!
A full two hundred new disciple positions.
Now,
Everyone knew that once they joined Wushuang Sect, no matter how average their talent had been, they could soar instantly.
This had already been demonstrated by the first generation of Wushuang Sect disciples!
Strength was one thing.
Another thing:
Whenever disciples from other sects faced danger, Yun Jin would fight desperately to save them. If Wushuang Sect disciples encountered danger, Yun Jin would never stand idly by. Having a sect master like this gave an immense sense of security!
"Pavilion Master!" Liu Hua realized he should stay silent, yet he could not resist standing up. "You cannot agree to this demand!"
He knew perfectly well.
If Lin Xiao agreed to this, the minds of many sect disciples would be swayed!
Wushuang Sect's upcoming recruitment would likely become unprecedented!
"Why cannot it be agreed?" Yun Jin raised her eyebrows. "Sect Master Liu, Xinghe Sect once claimed to be the first sect under the Holy Land. As far as I know, you have stolen many outstanding disciples from other sects. Many disciples from other super sects have been poached, right?
Now, I am neither poaching nor forcing anyone. I only wish to let these disciples have the freedom to choose. What is wrong with that?"
"Nothing is wrong!" someone suddenly shouted from the crowd.
Liu Hua's expression darkened as he sought out the source of the voice.
In the next moment,
Countless people in the square began shouting.
"Nothing is wrong!"
"Nothing is wrong!"
Wushuang Sect's rare open recruitment!
Who would not want to rise instantly?
Who would not want a sect master like Yun Jin?
No one could stop them from joining Wushuang Sect!
The crowd surged with excitement.
Lin Xiao glanced at the square and his expression grew solemn.
"Pavilion Master Lin, what do you say?" Yun Jin turned directly to him. "This time, when many disciples were in danger, you decided immediately to abandon the rescue. The reason? To avoid greater loss? Yet now, reality shows that united efforts can completely prevent loss."
Yun Jin paused briefly and then asked directly, "Pavilion Master Lin, would this count as… a misjudgment in decision-making?"
Lin Xiao's heart skipped. He forced a small smile. "That is indeed my dereliction."
"I saved lives, does that not help you greatly, Pavilion Master Lin? Does it not earn merit for the Qingxiao region? Publicly and privately, I only ask for a tiny reward. Is it really insignificant?" Yun Jin said directly.
She saved lives.
That meant she deserved to claim benefits!
Seizing this opportunity, she aimed to make the Qingxiao Pavilion yield half the territory!
Lin Xiao stood there.
The breeze was light, yet he felt sweat forming on his forehead. If the rescue had suffered heavy losses, he could have blamed Yun Jin for recklessness. But she had saved everyone with minimal loss. This result made his previous decisions appear utterly ridiculous!
Yun Jin's words were both threat and negotiation.
If he agreed to let Wushuang Sect grow, this matter would end here.
If he interfered… Yun Jin would make sure everyone knew.
If further incidents occurred in the Qingxiao region and Yun Jin exaggerated them, the other three Holy Land sects would surely speak up.
Lin Xiao fixed his gaze on Yun Jin. She was indeed an extraordinarily formidable opponent. Her power exceeded even Ji Wusi. From a disciple in a mid-tier sect to establishing Wushuang Sect, and now making it renowned across the world.
All in just one year.
However, she would die eventually.
A dead person is not worth fearing.
Lin Xiao said calmly, "Sect Master Yun has achieved great merit. Such small matters, I agree."
"Oh?" Yun Jin responded immediately. "You say so, but Pavilion Master Lin's agreement must be enforced. If affiliated sects are threatened privately, or if disciples wishing to join Wushuang Sect are secretly obstructed…"
Lin Xiao's voice was firm. "None of that will happen."
"Good. Then I will trust Pavilion Master Lin once." Yun Jin raised an eyebrow.
On the other hand, she spoke to Zhu Zhu. "Zhu Zhu, have Yuan Yuan release all surveillance automatons! Monitor all sects in the Qingxiao region. If any secret action occurs, report immediately to Wushuang Sect."
Zhu Zhu and Yuan Yuan had a special communication system. Zhu Zhu agreed and simultaneously notified Yuan Yuan.
"Now,"
Yun Jin pulled out desks and chairs from her storage ring.
Finally, she produced a flag reading: Wushuang Sect Sky City Affairs Office.
"The recruitment of Wushuang Sect affiliated sects officially begins.
Any sect wishing to become affiliated may register immediately. Once registered, they join the review list. All on the review list, regardless of final results, will receive Wushuang Sect's protection.
The registration and management of affiliated sects will be led by Wushuang Sect Elder Qin Ping, Tianxing Sect Pavilion Master Lin Ya, and Wushuang Sect disciple Yue Zhao together."
Yun Jin finished speaking.
Qin Ping and the others took their seats.
Yun Jin produced another set of desks and chairs.
"Disciples wishing to join Wushuang Sect may also sign an intent agreement. Those who fail to appear on the assessment day will be personally verified at their respective sects by Wushuang Sect members.
Intent agreements for Wushuang Sect disciples will be managed by Wushuang Sect Elder Hong Ye and Elder Yin Jun, who may invite other Wushuang Sect disciples for assistance."
Hong Ye and Yin Jun took their seats.
"Now! The Affairs Office officially begins operation!"