One Person: Revitalize the Sword Sect, Start with the Sword Challenge of the Ten Lords

Zhang Chulan rolled his eyes and winked at Xu San and Xu Si, who exchanged knowing smiles. Xu Si lowered his voice and jokingly said to Zhang Chulan, "It looks like Senior Lu has something important to discuss with Ye Lin. Do you think it's about the Heavenly Master Degree?"

Zhang Chulan raised the corners of his mouth and said confidently, "In my opinion, it's nine out of ten. Since Ye Lin refused the Heavenly Master Degree, he probably won't want the Tongtian Talisman either. How about we make a small bet? I bet Ye Lin won't accept it."

Xu San and Xu Si smiled at each other and nodded to join this small gambling game. They had absolute trust in Zhang Chulan's vision. However, when Lu Jin finished talking with Ye Lin and reappeared in front of everyone, the smile on Zhang Chulan's face froze instantly.

"Ye Lin, do you really agree to accept the Tongtian Talisman?" Xu San was surprised, but more curious.

Ye Lin nodded slightly, a complicated look flashed across his face: "Yes, I promised Senior Lu. The Tongtian Talisman will be of great benefit to improving my cultivation, and..." When he said this, his eyes unconsciously drifted towards Lu Jin, which seemed to contain more profound meaning.

Xu Si whistled and said exaggeratedly, "Xiao Lanzi, you lose this time. I didn't expect Ye Lin to make such a decision."

Zhang Chulan scratched his head in feigned annoyance, but couldn't hide his inner surprise and interest. "Alright, I admit defeat. But Ye Lin, what are Senior Lu's other conditions? They don't sound that simple."

Ye Lin sighed and slowly said, "Senior Lu said that if I'm willing to consider working with Lu Linglong... well, together, he's willing to teach me the secret method of the [Three Stages of Reverse Life]."

The room erupted in uproar as these words were spoken. Xu San and Xu Si looked at each other, clearly surprised and perplexed by this.

Zhang Chulan seemed to be lost in thought. He looked at Ye Lin and said with a hint of teasing, "It seems like your romantic luck is unstoppable. Ye Lin, what are you going to do?"

Ye Lin smiled bitterly, his eyes showing both struggle and relief: "I...I need time to think about it. This is not just about me personally."

Amidst this discussion, Lu Jin's voice rang out at the right moment, adding a touch of solemnity: "Ye Lin, no matter what your choice is, I respect it. Remember, fate always puts the most suitable cards in everyone's hand. The key lies in how you play them."

With Lu Jin's departure, the room returned to silence. Ye Lin looked at Zhang Chulan, his eyes full of sincerity: "Xiao Lanzi, what do you think?"

Zhang Chulan smiled and patted Ye Lin on the shoulder: "Brother, this is your path. All we can do is support you. No matter what you choose, remember, don't let yourself regret it."

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The night was as dark as ink, and the moonlight was obscured by thick clouds, leaving only a few hazy rays of light, barely illuminating the way forward.

Lu Jin walked steadily with Ye Lin through the intricate corridors, and finally stopped in front of an inconspicuous door.

He gently touched a mechanism on the wall, and the door slid open silently, and an old and mysterious smell rushed towards him.

"This is where I hide some important items." Lu Jin's tone was a little serious, and he motioned Ye Lin to follow.

The chamber wasn't spacious, its surroundings filled with ancient books and Qimen Dunjia instruments, with an ancient stone table in the center. The air was indeed a bit stuffy, as if even the air itself was silently waiting for something.

"Ye Lin," Lu Jin's voice broke the silence, "Today, I will hand over the "Tongtian Lu" to you. This is not only a martial arts method, but also a responsibility and inheritance." As he spoke, he took out a yellowed booklet from his arms. The ancient seal script on the cover was vigorous and powerful, revealing an extraordinary aura.

Ye Lin took the Tongtian Scroll with both hands, his heart filled with indescribable excitement and awe. He gently flipped the pages, and a wave of information flooded into his mind, causing him to close his eyes involuntarily, immersing himself in the vast ocean of magic.

"Next, I will demonstrate the use of the thunder spell." Lu Jin stood in a corner of the room, chanting the spell silently, and his fingertips moved slightly. A flash of lightning suddenly condensed in his palm. Although it was not fully released, the shocking power had already shaken the air.

Ye Lin stared at the scene, a glint of wonder in his eyes. He took a deep breath and attempted to imitate Lu Jin's movements and mental methods, silently chanting the incantation. At first, the air trembled slightly, then a sudden thunderclap exploded within the secret room. A thick bolt of lightning suddenly erupted from Ye Lin's hand, its light so intense that it illuminated the entire room like daylight. The power of the lightning was several times greater than Lu Jin's previous demonstration.

Lu Jin was surprised, but also felt relieved and proud. "Ye Lin, your talent and understanding far exceed my imagination. Remember, although your power is great, you must not abuse it. You must control it with a righteous heart."

Ye Lin looked at his shaking hands, his face filled with shock. "I...I will keep this in mind, Senior Lu Jin."

As the night deepened, the atmosphere in the secret room became more heated because of this display. Ye Lin's eyes became more determined, as if at this moment, he had found the direction for the future.

Seeing the resoluteness and shock in Ye Lin's expression gradually subside, Lu Jin's eyes flashed with mischief, and he slowly moved closer. His voice was low, with a hint of smirk, breaking the solemn atmosphere. "Okay, Ye Lin, now let's talk about another important matter. You and Lu Linglong, I think you two get along quite well."

Upon hearing this, Ye Lin's face flushed, and he quickly waved his hand to deny it: "Senior Lu Jin, you misunderstood. I just want to concentrate on my cultivation right now. It's too early to talk about love."

Lu Jin pretended to be in deep thought, then smiled and said, "Early? That's not necessarily true. How about this, let's not rush into marriage, how about getting engaged first? It'll be an explanation to Linglong, and it'll also give you a way out. After all, with Linglong's conditions, she has many suitors."

Ye Lin didn't expect Lu Jin to be so direct. For a moment, he was at a loss, and the embarrassment on his face became even worse: "Senior, I really haven't thought about this..."

"Hey, Ye Lin, are you shy?" Lu Jin pretended to be surprised, his laughter full of teasing.

"Don't be so hasty to refuse. Think about it carefully. By the way, if you agree, I have quite a few rare skills that can be used as an engagement gift."

Ye Lin smiled bitterly. He knew Lu Jin's good intentions, but this sudden proposal really caught him off guard. Seeing Lu Jin getting more and more excited, he quickly thought of a way to escape.

"Senior, I appreciate your kindness." Ye Lin suddenly said seriously, "But I believe that matters of the heart should be left to nature and not forced. My lifelong ambition is to cultivate the Way and improve myself. As for personal relationships, let's wait until I have achieved something."

After saying that, without waiting for Lu Jin's reaction, Ye Lin cleverly moved sideways and, under the pretext of discussing martial arts, quickly walked towards the exit of the secret room, leaving behind a sentence: "Senior, let's discuss those advanced martial arts in detail next time! Good night!"