The Divine Urban Physician

Chapter 3879: Chapter 3679: Does the Six Paths Sect Have a Future? (Fourth Update)

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Qianyu and the others immediately responded, looking at Ye Chen with respect. Ye Chen’s performance during this period had already won them over with his strength.

Now, the disciples of Six Paths Sect knew well that Ye Chen’s power wasn’t as simple as it seemed, not just in the Heavenly God Realm.

Ye Chen could defeat Feng Yusi and cause a stir in Nine Cold Sect—these achievements were entirely out of their reach and even worthy of admiration.

Such a Chief Disciple had already gained the recognition of sect disciples, honestly considering Ye Chen as their senior brother, thus not minding to completely follow Ye Chen’s arrangement during this journey.

Sect Master Wu Duan Cang nodded in satisfaction at this scene, acknowledging that Ye Chen was also quite well-liked, without any conflict with fellow sect disciples, clearly winning their hearts, and this was enough.

"With Ye Chen, the Six Paths Sect’s desire to ascend to a Second-rate Sect shouldn’t be difficult."

At this moment, Wu Duan Cang secretly thought, then waved his large hand, and a long scarf flew out from his sleeve.

The scarf swayed and expanded in the wind, instantly covering the sky and the sun. The vast and grand Hongmeng Energy circulated on the scarf, revealing a series of palaces.

Seeing this scene, Yang Qianyu and the group of inner sect disciples widened their eyes in astonishment; this scarf was extraordinary, something they hadn’t seen before.

However, Ye Chen wasn’t too surprised. The scarf was a good magic treasure, but when compared to his Netherworld Map, it was far inferior.

At this moment, Wu Duan Cang flew up and landed on the scarf, looking at everyone and speaking, "Come up."

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen and the others flew onto the scarf, and the next moment, Wu Duan Cang drove the scarf, rushing directly forward.

The scarf moved extremely fast, but wrapped in Hongmeng Energy, Ye Chen and the others on the scarf were not affected.

At this moment, Ye Chen had already taken the group to rest in the palaces on the scarf, and Wu Duan Cang accompanied them.

Along the way, Wu Duan Cang explained to Ye Chen and the others the rules and key locations of the Sect Ascension Ceremony that needed attention. Ye Chen and the others listened quietly, carefully remembering everything.

It turned out that the assessment site for the Sect Ascension Ceremony was in a secret realm within the Moon Soul Domain, a place that had existed for countless ages, vast and magnificent, still not fully explored over the years.

And the top sects of the Moon Soul Domain had designated this secret realm as the assessment site. The sect master’s assessment involved exploring the secret realm, while the chief disciple leading the inner sect disciples had to complete tasks in already explored areas of the secret realm.

These tasks were set by the ancient sects, different each year, depending on circumstances.

Therefore, the assessment of sect disciples required a strong and sharp-minded Chief Disciple to lead, able to respond quickly and formulate plans. Thus, the key figures in the sect’s assessment were the chief disciple and the sect master.

The secret realm for holding the Sect Ascension Ceremony assessment was located in a valley, hence, this valley was controlled by top-tier forces as the site for the ceremony, named Sect Ascension Valley.

At this moment, Ye Chen and the others had already arrived at this Sect Ascension Valley.

Sect Ascension Valley was extremely vast, resembling a small world, and a towering and grand city was established within it, known as Sect Ascension City.

Inside Sect Ascension City, many had already gathered, all representatives of various sect forces participating in the Sect Ascension Ceremony, wherein Fifth-class Sect forces were the majority. Even with each sect force sending only eleven people, Sect Ascension City was bustling with activity, buzzing with excitement.

There were countless Fifth-class Sect forces in the Moon Soul Domain, and the Fourth-class Sect forces were fewer, though still substantial.

As for Third-rate sect forces, the Six Paths Sect was among them, already considered to have a decent standing among the Moon Soul Domain’s various sect forces, but compared to the Six Paths Sect of the past, it was now in decline.

Moving upwards, the Second-rate and First-class sects were indeed colossal entities.

The number of Second-rate sects was fixed, with only one hundred Second-rate sects allowed in the Moon Soul Domain, while the First-class sects were even fewer.

First-class sects were top-tier forces in the Moon Soul Domain, with stable status but facing intense competition, given there were one hundred Second-rate sects below them.

However, only a small portion of the sects in the Moon Soul Domain participated in the Sect Ascension Ceremony.

Some top-tier forces or sects believing they lacked the qualification would not participate at all.

Star Moon Palace, Nine Saint Demon Sect, and some other sects were not participating.

To set an example, each Sect Ascension Ceremony began with a competition among the ten strongest First-class sects, ranking their positions.

Among them, the First-class Sect ranked tenth must accept the challenge from a Second-rate Force aspiring to become First-class. They must step off their high pedestal and participate in the Sect Ascension trial alongside the Second-rate Force.

After all, the number of First-class forces is always fixed. If any sect wishes to ascend to a First-class Force, it must inevitably pull down a currently seated First-class.

Wu Duan Cang explained the details of the Sect Ascension Ceremony to Ye Chen and others, narrating the relationship between various martial technique forces and the ways to ascend a sect. However, he had little concern over Six Paths Sect passing the ascension test.

For Wu Duan Cang, his only aim was to elevate Six Paths Sect from a Third-rate Force to a Second-rate Force. Such a thought might have been unrealistic in the past, but now it is effortless.

Speaking of which, Wu Duan Cang’s strength allows him to be recognized in the vast Moon Soul Domain, even able to rival the sect master of a First-class Force, but he’s always been held back by the position of Chief Disciple.

The Six Paths Sect hasn’t recruited new disciples for years. Even though the sect harbors many talents, none are exceptional enough to take on the role of Chief Disciple.

Now, with Ye Chen’s arrival, capable of defeating Feng Yusi of the Heavenly Repairing Realm even though he’s only in the Heavenly God Realm, and causing chaos in the Nine Cold Sect, his caliber is on par with Chief Disciples of First-class forces.

After all, isn’t Nine Cold Sect a First-class Force, yet it was overturned by Ye Chen?

Although, during that occasion, the Chief Disciple of Nine Cold Sect didn’t appear, Wu Duan Cang believes, even if he had, at best it would be a draw with Ye Chen.

Therefore, with such an outstanding Chief Disciple as Ye Chen, Wu Duan Cang feels no pressure regarding Six Paths Sect’s ascension to a Second-rate Force.

At this moment, with a confident stride, Wu Duan Cang led Ye Chen’s group into Sect Ascension City.

Sect Ascension City was already bustling, with forces from Moon Soul Domain gathered here. After all, every sect aims to advance further, even if there’s no chance, it’s worthwhile bringing disciples to witness the Sect Ascension Ceremony.

Upon entering Sect Ascension City, Ye Chen keenly sensed several gazes towards his group, particularly from some sects of imposing stature. However, their eyes carried a hint of ridicule.

"Hahaha, didn’t expect to encounter a rare guest today, Sect Master Wu. For so many years, Six Paths Sect hasn’t attended the Sect Ascension Ceremony, what has piqued your interest this time?"

At this moment, a portly man with sparse hair, dressed in silk, shaking a fan, approached with a group of disciples.

Observing the fat man, Wu Duan Cang couldn’t help but frown. He was the leader of a sect force in Moon Soul Domain.

Sect Master Gao Rongyu of Hua Rong Sect, a Second-rate Force, a sect known to tread the line between good and evil. Years ago, when Six Paths Sect was still a First-class Force, they had punished Hua Rong Sect for their misdeeds.

Hua Rong Sect has harbored a grudge ever since. When Six Paths Sect fell to a Third-rate Force, Hua Rong Sect seized each opportunity to humiliate Six Paths Sect in revenge.

Looking at Gao Rongyu, Wu Duan Cang smiled indifferently: "Sect Master Gao, still have time to worry about Six Paths Sect? I’ve heard Hua Rong Sect is ranked third from the bottom among Second-rate Forces, and soon Hua Rong Sect might accompany us as a Third-rate Force."

Upon hearing this, Gao Rongyu’s face instantly turned ashen, like swallowing a fly, his body trembling with rage.

Wu Duan Cang spoke the truth. Hua Rong Sect has been declining continuously in recent years, almost at the end of Second-rate Forces. During each Sect Ascension Ceremony, Second-rate Forces ranked in the bottom ten must compete alongside Third-rate Forces.

Success means retaining their Second-rate status; failure leads to becoming a Third-rate Force.

In recent years, several sects among Third-rate Forces have shown strong momentum, especially those ranked at the forefront; they pose a great threat to Hua Rong Sect, leaving Gao Rongyu troubled.

Initially, Gao Rongyu planned to use this chance to humiliate Six Paths Sect, hoping to alleviate some inner distress. But Wu Duan Cang touched upon the sore spot, irritating him further.

"Hmph! Even if Hua Rong Sect falls to a Third-rate Force, it’ll still be better than your Six Paths Sect. I bet soon your Six Paths Sect will descend to Fourth-class Force!"

Gao Rongyu glared in anger, let out a cold snort, and swiftly turned away, leading his group out without another word.

Seeing this, Wu Duan Cang disdainfully shook his head, thinking the fat man knew nothing. Today’s attendance at the Sect Ascension Ceremony is to elevate Six Paths Sect to a Second-rate Force.

In the past, without Ye Chen, Wu Duan Cang didn’t entertain this idea; but now, he’s brimming with confidence, believing it’s a foregone conclusion.

"Trying to humiliate me? Perhaps, replacing Hua Rong Sect as a Second-rate Force will be my Six Paths Sect!"

Wu Duan Cang thought proudly, then turned to Ye Chen and others, announcing loudly: "Everyone be patient, the Sect Ascension Ceremony will commence soon, with some First-class forces presiding."

Wu Duan Cang informed Ye Chen’s group that the Sect Ascension Ceremony will start shortly, instructing them to stay by his side and not wander off.

Afterward, Wu Duan Cang led Ye Chen and others to a restaurant within Sect Ascension City, waiting for the commencement of the Sect Ascension Ceremony.