Chapter 294: Rewards and Mission

In that instant, everyone’s gaze locked onto the group from Xian’ai Sect like burning branding irons.

In their eyes, the disciples from Liangcheng Academy and Xuan Yu Immortal Sect were naturally out of reach—but Xian’ai Sect?

That might be a different story!

However, Senior Brother and the others didn’t pay it any mind. This was the territory of Xuan Yu Immortal Sect—who would dare cause trouble?

Once they got their hands on it, they’d swallow it immediately. By then, it would be useless even if others wanted it.

Gu Fan and the others reached out to receive the white jade box, then slowly opened it.

Inside, they saw a crystalline seed the size of a soybean lying in the center of the jade box, emitting a mysterious Dao Rhyme.

“Union Dao Wondrous Seed—what a profound Dao Rhyme! No wonder so many want to obtain it!”

Senior Brother murmured in awe, then put the box away, not planning to consume it just yet.

After all, the mission hadn’t been fully explained. If it turned out to be suicidal, were they expected to accept it regardless?

Next, everyone heard the elder of Xuan Yu Immortal Sect continue:

“The reward has been distributed to each of you. Naturally, it is also time to announce the mission.”

“You still won’t know the specific content of the mission just yet. But those who agree must undergo three years of special training at our Xuan Yu Immortal Sect. After three years, you will be told the full mission details.”

“Of course, all cultivation resources during this period will be fully covered by our Xuan Yu Immortal Sect.”

After these words were spoken, both the disciples of Liangcheng Academy and Xian’ai Sect were taken aback. It was the first time they had encountered such a strange mission requirement.

At that moment, a disciple from Liangcheng Academy immediately asked:

“Pardon the interruption, Elder. With all due respect, isn’t it a bit inappropriate for us to cultivate directly at your sect? Neither side would be able to let down their guard.”

The people from Xian’ai Sect nodded in agreement. They hadn’t dared to ask due to the disparity in status, but Liangcheng Academy’s disciples weren’t afraid of Xuan Yu Immortal Sect.

If they had concerns, they voiced them directly.

The elder from Xuan Yu Immortal Sect smiled and explained:

“No need to worry about that. Our sect will carve out a separate small realm for your cultivation. At the same time, your sect will assign a powerful cultivator to oversee it. We will also provide you with the best cultivation resources available.”

At this point, Senior Brother couldn’t help but ask:

“May I ask—if we don’t know the mission content and end up not wanting to participate after three years, wouldn’t that be a waste of time?”

“A great question!”

The elder from Xuan Yu Immortal Sect replied with a smile:

“We have already discussed the specifics with the elders of your sects, but we cannot disclose them to you at this moment for confidentiality.”

“We can only say the danger level is high, but it’s not a certain-death mission. Moreover, if you return from it, your sect promises to grant you the position of successor. Additionally, the three great sects of the Eastern Region will open their technique vaults to you—all techniques available for your choosing!”

As soon as he finished speaking, gasps of astonishment erupted from the crowd.

Even Gu Fan was shocked. Just what kind of mission could make the top three sects willing to pay such a steep price?

The more exaggerated the reward, the more dangerous the mission clearly was.

But still, the reward… was enough to tempt many into taking the risk.

The elder from Xuan Yu Immortal Sect smiled once more and said:

“You can discuss it thoroughly with the elders from your own sects. If you’re willing, all the rewards I just mentioned remain valid. If not, then treat the Union Dao Wondrous Seed as a gift. Rest assured, our Xuan Yu Immortal Sect won’t force anyone to take on this mission.”

After saying this, he turned and walked back to the high platform, silently waiting for everyone’s decision.

The Grand Elder of Xian’ai Sect immediately approached the group, his expression a bit complicated as he looked at everyone and said:

“I truly didn’t expect you all to make it into the top three.”

“And to even eliminate Black Emperor Manor… That really exceeded my expectations.”

As he spoke, the Grand Elder cast a subtle glance at Gu Fan, the meaning in his eyes profound.

In his view, whether it was Senior Brother or Nan Xuanrou and the others—

He was extremely familiar with the strength of these disciples.

They shouldn’t have had the power to defeat Black Emperor Manor.

The only variable was Gu Fan, a disciple who had joined less than half a year ago.

He had climbed into the sect’s top five disciples in no time. Even so, the Grand Elder couldn’t be sure what trump cards Gu Fan might still be hiding.

Now, for Xian’ai Sect to suddenly surge and defeat Black Emperor Manor to claim a top-three position—it didn’t take a genius to know the change came from Gu Fan!

At this point, Senior Brother quickly changed the topic:

“Elder, this mission… What is your view on it?”

The Grand Elder sighed and said:

“We were only given a rough overview. All I can say is—it’s a vast and extremely important mission.”

“What about the danger?” asked Young Master Qingxia.

This was, naturally, what everyone was most concerned about.

The Grand Elder fell silent for a moment before speaking:

“It’s certainly dangerous—‘a slim chance of survival’ wouldn’t be an exaggeration. But if everything goes smoothly, it might not be dangerous at all.”

Everyone fell silent at that. The idea of things going smoothly was just a hopeful assumption.

In all likelihood, it was still exceedingly perilous.

At this point, Xia Yanhuan followed up:

“Grand Elder, is there really nothing at all you can reveal about the mission?”

The Grand Elder’s expression shifted slightly. In a low voice, he said:

“I can only tell you this mission concerns the future of our Sacred Domain. The place you’ll be going is extremely far away—so far that you might never return. And no, I don’t mean death. I mean… truly never return.”

Hearing the hidden message in those words, Gu Fan felt a ripple of intrigue stir within his heart.

Just then, the distant elder from Xuan Yu Immortal Sect let out a soft cough.

The Grand Elder immediately shut his mouth, his expression turning a bit unnatural—clearly, he had been warned.

“In short, that’s as much as I can say. After three years, you’ll receive the full mission briefing.”

He patted Senior Brother on the shoulder and said:

“Make your decision carefully. Whether you accept or decline, I’ll support you. As long as you don’t regret it, that’s enough.”

With that, he turned and left.

Senior Brother looked around at the others, unsure of what to say.

“There’s no need to hesitate, everyone. To put it simply, if you don’t want to take risks, refuse. But that means your cultivation path will proceed in a typical manner. If you’re willing to gamble once—then accept the mission. If you survive, nearly all the top-tier resources in the Sacred Domain will be tilted in our favor.”

He Qing spoke the truth directly—cling to life, or reach for the peak.

At that moment, Senior Brother said:

“If anyone has any opinions, speak up. No need to hesitate—I’ll go first!”

He then laughed and said:

“I choose to accept. After this Eastern Region trial, I feel my progress is slowing. There are too many geniuses! I want to reach the summit—I won’t pass up this opportunity!”

Next, Nan Xuanrou immediately stated:

“I too would rather pursue strength.”

After speaking, she looked directly at Gu Fan, clearly awaiting his response.

“I don’t care either way. But if I have to sit around the sect doing nothing… I’ll probably go mad. So I guess I’ll participate.”

Gu Fan replied with a smile.

In the blink of an eye, three out of seven had agreed to the mission.

For a moment, the remaining four became the center of attention.

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