The crowd was so shocked, not only because Wang Ruoxie's cultivation had broken through to the Seventh Layer of Element Transformation Realm, but also because Chu Li publicly promoted him to a True Disciple.

In fact, the latter was even more shocking to them than the former.

In truth, after Wang Ruoxie easily defeated Fan Wenbo, whose cultivation was at the Eighth Layer of Element Transformation Realm, the crowd had already speculated.

At least in their eyes, Wang Ruoxie's cultivation would not be much lower than Fan Wenbo's, otherwise, no matter how terrifying his white flame was, it would not be possible to defeat his opponent so easily.

This is because the power of any cultivation and martial techniques, divine secret techniques, or weapons and treasures, is closely related to one's own cultivation level.

For instance, the same martial technique, when performed by someone at the First Layer of Element Transformation Realm, compared to someone at the Ninth Layer of Element Transformation Realm, the resulting power would be worlds apart.

So, when Chu Li announced Wang Ruoxie's specific cultivation realm, while the crowd was still shocked, they weren't entirely surprised.

But when Chu Li announced Wang Ruoxie's promotion to a True Disciple, it left everyone a bit incredulous.

In the entire young generation of Celestial Sword Sect, while there are not many disciples with late-stage Element Transformation Realm cultivation, there are still several dozen. However, True Disciples, including Xiao Ningyue who was recently promoted, number only eight in total.

Now, Wang Ruoxie has become the ninth True Disciple of the Celestial Sword Sect.

It's important to note that to be promoted to a True Disciple, having a late-stage Element Transformation Realm cultivation is just the basic requirement.

Without surpassing aptitude and potential, even reaching the late-stage Element Transformation Realm, one still cannot be promoted to a True Disciple.

As far as they know, Wang Ruoxie's bloodline was only Third Grade Yellow Level, even weaker than some Outer Disciples, his aptitude and potential are hardly considered outstanding.

Although they didn't know why Wang Ruoxie had managed to raise his cultivation to the Seventh Layer of Element Transformation Realm in just three months, in their minds, Wang Ruoxie's potential was still limited, and the hopes of him reaching the Innate Realm in the future are very slim.

They truly don't understand why Chu Li suddenly made this decision.

The crowd was well aware that the status of a True Disciple is far beyond that of Core, Inner Sect, or Outer Sect Disciples.

Most importantly, True Disciples have the qualification to compete for the position of Sect Leader. It can even be said that the next Sect Leader of Celestial Sword Sect will certainly emerge from among the True Disciples.

This means Wang Ruoxie already has the qualification to contend for the Sect Leader position, and even if he does not manage to become the Sect Leader in the future, he can at least become the Golden Sword Elder of the sect.

At this moment, the gaze of the crowd towards Wang Ruoxie was tinged with envy.

Song Qing and Bing Ling both wore smiles of satisfaction, naturally happy for Wang Ruoxie. From now on, no one would dare to easily make a move against him, not even the Supreme Elder can easily confront him.

Of course, where there is joy, there is also displeasure.

Fan Wenbo and Shao Yongyuan's expressions were extremely grim at this moment.

If Wang Ruoxie were just an Inner Sect Disciple, or even a Core Disciple, they could have easily charged him with some crime and gotten rid of him.

But Wang Ruoxie had become a True Disciple, and not even Fan Wenbo, an ordinary Silver Sword Elder, nor Shao Yongyuan, the Supreme Elder, could easily strike against Wang Ruoxie.

"Sect Leader, Wang Ruoxie is sinister and malicious; he has killed Leng Ao and Cang Xu, and even attacked me, a Sect Elder. If not for Elder Shao's timely arrival, he probably would have killed me too."

Fan Wenbo looked at Chu Li with a resentful gaze and said.

"Sect Leader, this person disrespects his elders and is ruthless; he has no qualification to become a True Disciple."

Shao Yongyuan also spoke with a cold expression.

"Elder Shao, Elder Fan, there is no need for further words. My decision will not change."

Chu Li lightly shook his head and said.

Hearing this, Shao Yongyuan and Fan Wenbo both had a serious look in their eyes but said no more.

"Sect Leader, if that's the case, there's nothing more for me to say. However, I hope you won't regret today's decision."

Shao Yongyuan said in a deep voice to Chu Li, then turned around and walked out.

Seeing Shao Yongyuan leave, Fan Wenbo could only leave as well, but as he left, he shot Wang Ruoxie a venomous glance.

Clearly, he would never let go of the enmity from losing his hand.

As for Wang Ruoxie, he simply did not care. He hadn't feared Fan Wenbo when he was whole, much less now that he was missing a hand.

Moreover, he did not plan to let Fan Wenbo off so easily.

Fan Wenbo had targeted him multiple times, even attempting to kill him by any means necessary. No matter what, this person must die.

Otherwise, he would inevitably cause endless trouble in the future.

As for Shao Yongyuan, unless he provokes him again, he would not hold back either.

Next, Chu Li instructed Wang Ruoxie to take out his Identity Jade Plate and personally promoted him to a True Disciple.

"Wang Ruoxie, True Disciple, one million seventy thousand points."

Wang Ruoxie glanced at the information on his Identity Jade Plate, then cupped his hands towards Chu Li slightly and said, "Thank you, Sect Leader."

Though he was surprised by Chu Li's sudden promotion of him to True Disciple, it was undoubtedly a great fortune for him.

Of course, he had no interest in the Sect Leader position, but having the identity of a True Disciple meant no one could easily trouble him from now on.

At least there wouldn't be any elders trying to suppress him with their status and pin crimes on him whimsically.

"Don't let me down at the Hidden Dragon Assembly in two days."

Chu Li smiled slightly at Wang Ruoxie and said.

"Rest assured, Sect Leader, even if it's just for the ten opportunities to enter the Dragon Transformation Pool, I will give it my all."

Wang Ruoxie smiled and replied.

"Originally, you were at best looking at the top twenty, but after not seeing you for three months, you've given me such a huge surprise. With your current cultivation power, I believe the top ten should pose no problem. As for the top three or even the first place, that will depend on your efforts."

Chu Li smiled and said, "I await your good news."

Wang Ruoxie nodded. With his current strength, even if faced with a Half-Step Innate expert, he could contend with them.

Unless someone at the Innate Realm appears at the Hidden Dragon Assembly, no one can contend with him for the first place.

After Chu Li and the others left, Wang Ruoxie and Bing Ling escorted Song Qing back to his residence.

"Song Qing, your meridians and bones have been shattered by Cang Xu, and it's difficult for your cultivation to advance further. But don't be too worried; it won't be long before I can fully heal you."

Wang Ruoxie said to Song Qing.

Once he breaks through to the Innate Realm, he can refine Fourth Grade Bone-Transforming Pills and combine them with acupuncture techniques to completely heal Song Qing's injuries, even aid in reshaping his meridians and bones, and stabilize his foundation.

"I understand."

Song Qing smiled and nodded.

After exchanging a few brief words, Wang Ruoxie returned to his residence to stabilize his recently broken-through cultivation and prepare in the best condition for the upcoming Hidden Dragon Assembly.

The two days swiftly passed by.

Yang Honglie, Xiao Ningyue, Tang Miaoyin, Wang Ruoxie, Zong Yuzhe, and over a dozen core disciples at the Element Transformation Realm Middle Stage, led by Vice Sect Leader Zhou Wenzhi, arrived in the Royal City to prepare for the Hidden Dragon Assembly.

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