Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2249 - 1593: Indifference

For Li Zhirui, the entire Tongtian Sect is just a tool to repay karma.

Moreover, why does he rarely interact with the disciples? It’s to reduce interactions and avoid developing attachments with them.

If ties were formed, he wouldn’t be able to treat Tongtian Sect and these disciples so coldly; it would instead bind and constrain him.

Of course, Li Zhirui wouldn’t suppress someone out of shame because a disciple spoke the truth; his mind isn’t that narrow.

Besides, he doesn’t care about Tongtian Sect or its disciples.

He remains unaffected and continues to walk through the Sect’s grounds, examining its progress.

Only after visiting all critical locations does he return to Ascension Mountain.

The first thing Li Zhirui does is head to the Sect Hall to prepare Li Qiankun for promotion as the proxy Sect Leader.

The reason it is proxy, rather than a true Sect Leader, is mainly because his cultivation is insufficient, remaining at Human Immortal.

Such cultivation in many smaller factions would already be at the level of Supreme Elder.

But in Tongtian Sect, he is unremarkable, as there are quite a few disciples stronger than him.

"This..."

Li Qiankun never expected that after hundreds of years of not seeing the Sect Leader, his first words would be to make him the proxy Sect Leader.

"I urge the Sect Leader to reconsider; the disciple lacks sufficient strength and achievements, and truly cannot bear such a heavy responsibility!" he refuses immediately upon recovering.

"No need to be so modest."

Li Zhirui waves his hand and says, "Over these hundreds of years, the Sect has developed to where it is today largely because of you. If it weren’t for your slightly inferior cultivation, I would remove the word proxy."

He isn’t making small talk; he genuinely believes this!

"The Sect Leader overpraises; the disciple..."

Seeing him about to decline, Li Zhirui interrupts directly, saying, "Alright, this matter is settled."

Having said that, he announces, "From today onward, General Elder Li Qiankun is promoted to proxy Sect Leader, managing all Sect affairs!"

His voice encompasses the entire Ascension Mountain, reaching the ears of all disciples.

This unexpected command leaves many disciples stunned; the Sect Leader has been in seclusion for many years, yet he unleashes such a major event upon emerging?

While all disciples knew Li Qiankun would eventually advance further, they didn’t expect it to happen so quickly.

Furthermore, quite a few disciples are pleased, as Li Qiankun, despite being less powerful, is more diligent and responsible.

At least True Disciple selection trials won’t be awaited for hundreds of years without occurrence, leaving all disciples waiting.

"I am grateful for the Sect Leader’s kindness and trust; the disciple will do my utmost to develop Tongtian Sect more strongly and not let you down."

Li Qiankun didn’t expect to shoulder such an important responsibility.

What he can do now is not disappoint this expectation.

But for Li Zhirui, it’s about getting rid of the trouble on his shoulders!

From now on, he wouldn’t need to worry about Tongtian Sect’s development; as long as the legacy continues uninterrupted until he finds the reincarnated one he awaits.

"Good, but cultivation is the foundation of a cultivator. Do not neglect your own cultivation amidst sect affairs."

Before leaving, Li Zhirui reminds him once more.

"Thank you for caring, Sect Leader; the disciple won’t forget."

Li Qiankun bows.

Watching this, Li Zhirui shakes his head internally; this response shows he hasn’t taken those words to heart, simply a subconscious reply.

Seeing he himself isn’t concerned about his cultivation, Li Zhirui refrains from saying more.

"Take out the Sect Leader Jade Seal."

Li Qiankun doesn’t understand but obediently complies, knowing it shouldn’t be a bad thing.

Indeed, Li Zhirui mobilizes more energy to enhance the proxy Sect Leader’s strength.

Soon, the originally simple Jade Seal becomes rather mystical and more dignified.

"In the mountain gate, you can use the Jade Seal to temporarily elevate your strength to Perfect Earth Immortal, in case of emergencies."

As for what emergencies? That remains to be seen in the future.

After these instructions, Li Zhirui departs the hall, leaving Ascension Mountain unnoticed by everyone.

Having just finished cultivation in The Void, naturally, he wouldn’t retreat again, which wouldn’t yield better results, so he opts to train around Mingzhou instead.

Speaking of which!

Li Qiankun’s first act as proxy Sect Leader is announcing the commencement of True Disciple trials, which all disciples can participate in.

The reason to start the True Disciple trials immediately is because he often interacts with disciples, knowing they have longed for this for a while.

Especially those fairly powerful disciples who feel they can pass the tests have long grown weary of the wait.

Thus, Li Qiankun’s primary task is solving this issue.

Among hurried elders and stewards, someone couldn’t help but ask, "Isn’t it too hasty, Sect Leader? Nothing is prepared yet."

"No need for preparations; the facilities already exist in the mountain gate, just need activating."

Li Qiankun shakes his head slightly, "Besides, we are still in the observation period, allowing ample time for preparation."

Hearing this, everyone realizes he is determined, and since the announcement is made, it’s impossible to retract his words, right?

Doing so would indeed bring a devastating blow to his prestige!

Li Qiankun would certainly not do such foolish things.

Since announcing the True Disciple trials, all disciples have become exceptionally motivated and active, as if wound up.

In a short few days, the completion rate of sect tasks has multiplied several times.

The aim is to secure the opportunity to participate in the True Disciple trials during the observation period.

Without this chance, they would miss out on this trial.

And waiting for the next? Who knows when that would be?

So many disciples seize this opportunity, leading to the current situation.

Li Qiankun sees every disciple’s performance through the Sect Leader Jade Seal, feeling regret for certain disciples.

Their performance isn’t bad, just slightly behind compared to others.

Thus, they ultimately didn’t qualify for the True Disciple trials.

As for why not broaden the candidate pool? The hundreds of disciples participating are already a relaxed number.

He sends messages to the qualified disciples, asking them to prepare for the trials, commencing after three days.

Receiving the message brings excitement; those who didn’t, though dejected and disappointed, quickly accept reality, not perceiving any injustice.

The sun sets, the moon rises; three days pass in a blink.

This morning, many disciples gather at the sect’s square, neatly splitting into two groups.

The smaller group comprises the over one hundred disciples about to undergo trials; the others are there to observe and gain experience.

Experience might not always help, since the trial tests just a few unchanged aspects.

"Let’s go."

Seeing the time is near, Li Qiankun leads all disciples to the trial venue, formally commencing the True Disciple trials!

The first challenge of the trials is a test of the disciples’ willpower.

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Meanwhile.

Departing the mountain gate, Li Zhirui wanders aimlessly through Mingzhou.

He’s both assessing this area’s forces and killing time.

But on this journey, he surprisingly finds Spiritual Energy in Mingzhou slowly increasing!

"What’s going on?"

Li Zhirui recalls, realizing the Spiritual Energy density in Mingzhou has indeed significantly changed from how he remembers it.