The Legend of the Netherworld

The next morning, just after dawn, Lin Xiao opened his eyes. The body aches that he had expected did not come as expected. Instead, he felt unusually comfortable all over.

Lin Xiao stood up, stretched, and thought to himself: "I seem to know what happened that night." Then he woke up Wang Hao, Liu Yi and others who were standing beside him.

Afterwards, he and the other students got up, washed up, and changed into the uniform Taoist robes of the Feng Shui Academy.

The air in the early morning was fresh, with the coolness of dew. People stood in two rows at the door of the house, quietly waiting for today's entrance ceremony.

Everyone's heart was filled with anticipation and nervousness, as this was the first step in their official journey of spiritual practice.

A clear, long bell rang out, breaking the morning silence. The bell echoed throughout the Xuelin House. The Xuelin House manager walked out with a serious expression and waved his hand for everyone to follow him.

Two teams of students followed him in an orderly manner through the long corridor. Every blade of grass and tree around them appeared exceptionally clear in the sunlight.

After walking for a while, everyone finally arrived outside the hall.

The main hall is magnificent, with carved beams and painted buildings. The roof is shining with gold, reflecting the sunlight, making it look solemn and dignified.

The students couldn't help but utter a low exclamation of amazement; this was the first time they had seen such a magnificent scene.

In the center of the hall is a high platform, which is magnificent. At the end of the steps is the throne of the leader.

"Enter the hall!" A majestic voice came from the hall.

The steward led two rows of students and slowly walked into the hall. The scene that came into view was even more breathtaking.

The hall is magnificent, with intricate runes and paintings carved on the surrounding walls. Every detail shows the profound heritage of the Feng Shui Academy.

There was a small staircase in the center of the hall, on which sat the head of the academy, dressed in an elegant Taoist robe, looking dignified yet kind.

There were two people standing on both sides of the steps. One was Lin Jiao, whom Lin Xiao was familiar with. She had changed into a brand new Taoist robe today, and her temperament looked even more elegant and dignified.

The other is the headmaster's eldest disciple, Ye Xuan. He is tall and thin, with a handsome face and a cold temperament. He is obviously a strong man admired by everyone in the academy.

At the bottom of the steps, three rows of teams stood neatly on both sides. At the head of the rows were the elders of each sect, who had very different temperaments, and behind them were the core disciples of their respective sects.

At the head of the team on the left is Taoist Xuantian from the Tianji Pavilion, a master of Qi cultivation. Behind him stands a group of disciples, all with solemn expressions.

Next came the Medicine King Elder from Baicao Garden, holding a whisk in his hand, with a leisurely look and extraordinary bearing.

Further to the right is the Taoist master of Xuanzhen Pavilion. He has a kind smile on his face, but his eyes reveal an unfathomable aura.

The team on the right consists of Elder Chanxin of Chanyi Hall and Elder Sanyuan of Sanyuan Palace, both of whom are physical cultivators.

Elder Chanxin is tall, with arms as strong as iron towers and a calm demeanor; Elder Sanyuan is a little thin, but his eyes are as sharp as an eagle and full of majesty.

The disciples behind them all had an imposing aura, and it was obvious at a glance that they had undergone rigorous training.

Next to him was Elder Xingchen of the Xingchen Pavilion. He was serious and stern, standing in front of the team like a strict father.

The headmaster slowly stood up, and Ye Xuan walked down the steps, leading the students to the front of the stage, and said respectfully: "The initiation ceremony begins now."

Following her words, the Sect Master, Ye Xuan, and Lin Jiao walked down the steps together and stood before the new students. The Sect Master chanted a spell, and three portraits flew out of thin air, slowly unfolding and hovering in front of everyone.

The figures in the painting are none other than the successive heads of the Feng Shui Academy. They look solemn and majestic, as if they are watching over every new student.

"Kneel down and worship the master!" Ye Xuan announced loudly.

The new students were filled with awe and knelt on the ground, paying their respects to the previous masters.

Everyone felt an invisible pressure enveloping the hall, as if the previous leaders in these portraits were still watching them, examining their qualifications and determination.

After the ceremony, everyone stood up, and Ye Xuan continued to lead them in reciting the oath of admission: "We swear to enter the Feng Shui Academy, be loyal to the Tao, abide by the rules, practice diligently, work tirelessly, and never let down the teachings of our master!"

The oath echoed in the hall, each word filled with determination and faith, resonating in the hearts of every student.

After the initiation ceremony, the atmosphere in the hall gradually returned to calm, but every student's heart was still filled with excitement and nervousness.

The headmaster cast a spell, and the three portraits floating in the air slowly dissipated and turned into a golden light that merged into the sky above the hall.

Next, there will be a formal enlightenment ceremony, where each student will be granted the foundation of practice and become a true practitioner.

Lin Jiao took out a whisk and handed it to the headmaster.

The headmaster waved his whisk lightly, walked to the front of the first row of students, and began to enlighten them one by one.

The master gently places the whisk in his hand on the head of each student and says a word: "Qi cultivation" or "Ti cultivation". The elders of each sect will decide whether to accept the student as a disciple based on the student's potential and the needs of their own sect.

Then the headmaster will cast a spell and emit a yellow light from his fingers into the student's body, completely opening up the student's roots for cultivation. The student will feel extremely comfortable and will reach the Dingmao Zero Realm or the Jiazi Zero Realm.

The atmosphere in the hall gradually became tense, and all the new students held their breath, waiting for their fate. Each student longed to be noticed by a powerful elder and enter a top-level sect to practice.

The headmaster walked up to the first student, gently placed the whisk in his hand on his head, and announced, "Qi cultivation."

In an instant, a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in the eyes of Taoist Xuantian on the left, and he responded loudly: "A good start, I want it first!" The student's face was immediately filled with joy, and he knelt on the ground and saluted Taoist Xuantian.

Next, the headmaster walked up to the second student and put down his whisk: "Physical training."

As soon as he finished speaking, Elder Sanyuan said, "I'll accept it." The student also showed an excited expression and hurriedly thanked Elder Sanyuan.

As the headmaster announced the training directions of each student one by one, the elders also selected their own disciples. Some students were overjoyed after hearing their fate, while others were slightly disappointed because they were not chosen by the elders they liked.

When the headmaster walked up to Liu Yi, he said softly, "Qi cultivation."

Elder Yao Wang immediately responded, "Yes." Upon hearing this, Liu Yi's face lit up with joy, and she let out a soft breath, her excitement evident. She knelt on the ground and saluted Elder Yao Wang.

When it was the turn of the skinny guy who was beaten badly by Lin Xiao last night, the head of the sect said softly, "Qi cultivation."

Elder Xuantian was quick to act and immediately said, "Mine!" The thin young man suppressed his shame, raised his head with difficulty, knelt down slowly, and thanked Elder Xuantian.

As students were selected one by one, the team gradually dwindled and the induction process became orderly.

After receiving the master's enlightenment ceremony, every student will feel a warm power surging into the body. The body's meridians and bones seem to be completely opened, and the whole body becomes extremely comfortable. This is the official beginning of the path of cultivation.

When it was Wang Yiming's turn, the headmaster said, "Physical cultivation."

Elder Chanxin smiled and nodded: "I want it." Wang Yiming seemed a little nervous, but he still saluted Elder Chanxin steadily with a firm look on his face.

When they got to Wang Hao again, the sect leader gently waved his whisk and said, "Qi cultivation."

The Zhendao Elder immediately said, "I want him!" Wang Hao immediately knelt down to thank him, with a hint of confidence on his face. It was obvious that he was full of expectations for his future practice.

Finally, only Yuan Hong and Lin Xiao were left in the team, and everyone's attention was focused on these two final students. Yuan Hong seemed a little nervous, but he still stood straight and didn't look away.

The headmaster came up to him, gently touched his head with his whisk, and said, "Qi cultivation."

Elder Xingchen smiled and said, "Mine." Upon hearing this, Yuan Hong smiled with relief, then knelt down respectfully and saluted Elder Xingchen.

At this moment, all eyes were focused on Lin Xiao. As the last student, Lin Xiao stood there, his heart calm and his expression normal.

The headmaster walked up to Lin Xiao and gently placed the whisk on his head. After a moment's silence, he slowly said, "Body cultivation."