Bringing The Farm To Live In Another World Chapter 2276: One Million Jin

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Soon enough, a cultivator showed up, lugging a massive tablet that towered two meters tall. Right in its center sat a smooth section meant for taking punches. At the top, an empty area stood blank. A sturdy base, stretching five meters across, propped up the enormous tablet.

The elder turned to Zhao Hai and instructed, “Step forward and strike the center using your utmost power in a punch.”

Zhao Hai agreed and approached the stone tablet. He eyed it with curiosity before assuming a fighting pose. One foot slid back as he readied his strike. With a yell, he unleashed his fist against the tablet.

Bang! Crash! Bang! 

The moment Zhao Hai’s fist connected with the stone tablet, a cloud of dust erupted instantly. The tablet crumbled into fragments and scattered everywhere.

Zhao Hai couldn’t help but gawk at the sight. Confusion washed over him as he scanned the area. This was the testing tablet from the Forbidden Path Sect—how could a single punch demolish it?

The gathered elders stared at Zhao Hai like he was some kind of freak. Moments later, one elder bellowed, “Fetch the strength tablet for inner disciples right now!” A disciple rushed off without delay.

Once that disciple departed, an elder turned to Zhao Hai and explained, “What you just wrecked is the device we use to measure Handyman Disciples and Outer Disciples. That tablet withstands up to 200 thousand jin of power at most. Clearly, your force surpasses that limit. Impressive.”

Zhao Hai saluted the elder with a cupped fist before stepping aside. Shortly after, another disciple entered, hauling yet another large tablet. This one appeared no different from the previous—visually, at least, it matched.

The elder gestured for Zhao Hai to approach. Zhao Hai nodded and positioned himself before the tablet again, readying his stance. He drew back his fist and then drove it forward in a powerful blow.

Bang! The earth trembled. Though the tablet held firm without breaking, a fissure appeared on its surface. Suddenly, a violet glow emanated from it, and the crack sealed itself completely.

Zhao Hai had no clue what that signified, so he held back from landing another hit. Turning to the Forbidden Path Sect elders instead, he noticed their faces frozen in astonishment.

Noticing their stunned expressions, Zhao Hai felt a twinge of regret deep down. Truth be told, he had only unleashed half his power in that strike. In essence, he had held back a considerable amount.

Gazing at the tablet, one elder declared, “One million jin. It surpasses one million jin. A true genius—this is a genius!”

The elder fixed his gleaming eyes on Zhao Hai and asked, “Young one, would you consider becoming my disciple?”

Zhao Hai blinked in surprise at the words, only to hear another elder chime in, “Why choose him? He ought to follow me as his master. Listen, kid—if you pick me, you’ll instantly rise to true disciple status.”

A third elder jumped in, “That’s no big deal. Joining me would make him a true disciple too. Kid, I serve as the Merit Transferring Elder of the Forbidden Path Sect. No one in the sect teaches better than I do. Remember, raw power doesn’t equal skill in guidance. Take me as your master, and I’ll turn you into a renowned powerhouse in no time.”

Zhao Hai stared blankly at the cluster of elders, a wry smile creeping onto his face despite himself. It looked like he had drawn too much attention this round. Things wouldn’t have escalated like this otherwise.

The elders kept pressing their cases to claim Zhao Hai as a disciple. They clashed eagerly, each touting the perks they could provide. Evidently, Zhao Hai’s remarkable talent had struck a deep chord with them.

Eventually, the elders settled down. One then spoke up, “Enough—we mustn’t let such a promising talent slip through our fingers. Notify the sect and designate him for elite training as a disciple. Grant him resources on par with core disciples.”

Another elder let out a sigh and added, “Given our limits, mentoring him ourselves wouldn’t propel him far. Better to hand him over to the sect. That way, the sect gains the most.”

The rest of the elders agreed with nods. The elder who had first directed Zhao Hai’s test flicked his hand and commanded, “Fine, quit lingering about. If you spot any promising recruits, save a few for me. I’ll escort him back to the sect.” The other elders nodded in response. Their enthusiasm for the evaluation had faded. After witnessing Zhao Hai’s display, they doubted any further tests would yield anything superior. They had already encountered the finest disciple available for recruitment.

That same elder glanced at Zhao Hai and said, “Come with me.” Zhao Hai followed obediently behind the elder. They soon left the courtyard, weaving through paths and passing multiple enclosures until they reached a transmission formation. Once Zhao Hai stood within it, the elder triggered the array, and a flash of white light whisked them away.

As the white light faded, Zhao Hai surveyed his surroundings and realized he stood in a different courtyard. Beyond its walls loomed a towering mountain.

At that moment, the elder next to Zhao Hai explained, “You’re now at the Forbidden Path Sect’s Main Hall. While the Bloodless Command Token lets you enter the sect outright, it only qualifies you for the Outer Sect. To qualify for elite training as a disciple, you must face one final trial: the Heart Refining Road. Pass through it unscathed, and you’ll earn official disciple status. The sect will then invest its resources in your growth.”

Zhao Hai nodded and replied, “I understand, Elder.”

The elder acknowledged with a nod and guided Zhao Hai from the courtyard. As they stepped outside, Zhao Hai took in the view. The courtyard perched on a modest hill—not too steep—with several similar hills nearby. In the distance, a mountain chain rose like a protective wall encircling the hills.

Leaving the courtyard, the pair headed toward a mountain. Along the way, they occasionally crossed paths with cultivators, each of whom saluted the elder upon spotting him.

Few among them had reached the Teleportation Stage; most hovered at Earth Monarch level. Still, Zhao Hai refrained from underestimating them. Their skin gleamed with a metallic sheen, and they radiated dense blood qi. It was obvious they possessed tremendous bursting power.

While ascending the mountain with the elder, the elder remarked, “This is the outer edge of the Forbidden Path Sect’s main hall. Before your trial, you’ll reside here temporarily. I’ll update the Sect Master about you and schedule your test promptly. Succeed, and you could advance to inner or even core disciple rank. For now, settle in.”

Zhao Hai nodded in agreement. The elder then directed him to a nearby small hill featuring a spacious courtyard. Disciples came and went from it now and then. Some cultivators there lingered at the Soul Fusion Stage, appearing rather unremarkable. Zhao Hai figured they were likely outer disciples of the Forbidden Path Sect.

As expected, the elder confirmed, “This serves as housing for the Outer Sect. Typically, Outer Disciples must contribute funds to occupy these courtyards. But you’re a special case—come along.” Zhao Hai nodded and followed to the courtyard’s entrance. A stone stele beside the gate bore the single word “Strength.”

The elder prompted, “Head inside. I oversee this courtyard. Oh, and my family name is Guo. Feel free to address me as Elder Guo.”

With that, Elder Guo ushered Zhao Hai into the courtyard and selected a room for him. He produced a jade token and passed it over, saying, “Use this as your interim identity card. It allows you to roam freely. There’s a dining hall for meals too—you can eat without charge using this token. Very well, rest up or explore as you wish. Just avoid the restricted zones, of course.”

Zhao Hai responded politely, “Many thanks, Elder Guo.”

Elder Guo dismissed it with a wave and departed. Zhao Hai noticed the other cultivators eyeing him curiously. Though they too belonged to the Outer Sect, their arrivals had been handled by folks from the Miscellaneous Hall. In contrast, an elder had personally delivered Zhao Hai.

Furthermore, Elder Guo ranked among the more prominent elders in the Outer Sect. For such a figure to escort Zhao Hai himself left the outer disciples baffled. Now they burned with curiosity about Zhao Hai’s background and the reason for the elder’s evident high regard.

Zhao Hai paid no heed to the onlookers and entered the room Elder Guo had chosen for him. It was plain yet neat. After a quick tidy-up, he ventured out to explore.

Zhao Hai observed that the hill hosted three such courtyards, all identical in scale and occupied by Forbidden Path Sect Outer Disciples. The most advanced outer disciple he spotted had attained the Earth Monarch Realm. No Teleportation Stage experts appeared anywhere.

Zhao Hai steered clear of the other two courtyards. His token was merely temporary, and though no sentries guarded the places, getting caught prying would spell trouble. Rather, he descended the hill.

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