Urban Romantic Divine Doctor Chapter 1877 - 1874: Apprentice to the Sect Master

The eight elders were breathing heavily, their eyes flickering with fiery light.

Even Elder Xuanlu, who was usually calm and collected, couldn’t hide his eagerness at this moment, staring at Xu Wendong with a longing gaze, wishing he could immediately recruit him.

Someone who could break into the Ninth Layer of the Nine-layered Glazed Treasure Tower at such a young age was like a flawless jade with untapped potential; his future prospects were simply incalculable!

Moreover, as they knew, Xu Wendong also possessed fifth-grade Divine Power Techniques, which made the elders even more intrigued.

Elder Xuanlu regretted his previous intentions against Xu Wendong, wishing now that Xu Wendong would become his disciple to make up for past mistakes.

"I..." Xu Wendong was about to speak when he felt a strong hand grabbing him.

He turned his head to see Elder An Guang looking at him with a fervent gaze, as if seeing a rare treasure.

"Boy, my disciple grew envious and acted foolishly, causing you to miss out on a great opportunity; I am deeply ashamed. Hence, I am offering you a chance now."

Elder An Guang held Xu Wendong’s hand tightly, speaking sincerely and with a temptational tone: "If you become my disciple, I guarantee you will enter the Tongyou Realm within a year. Moreover, I have a family heirloom, the fourth-grade Dark Flow Time Sword. This sword is incredibly sharp and contains mysterious power; if you become my apprentice, I will give it to you."

This statement shocked everyone.

Elder Xuanlu widened his eyes, full of disbelief, exclaiming, "An Guang, you’re so lavish? That Dark Flow Time Sword is your treasured possession, and you’re just giving it away?"

"Humph, I am determined to take this boy as my apprentice; what can you do about it?" Elder An Guang snorted coldly, slightly raising his chin, showing utmost confidence.

At the same time.

Elder Xuanlu, unwilling to be outdone, quickly spoke up: "Lin Mo, there was a misunderstanding between us earlier, now I realize I was foolish then."

"I admire your talent greatly and now wish to accept you as my disciple."

His eyes revealed a hint of eagerness: "That Huang Huntuo tried to sow discord between us; I’ll make him leave soon, and you will become my special disciple, what do you say?"

"If you join me, I can help your Lin Family become the top power in Netherworld City!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Wendong felt speechless.

Elder Xuanlu had previously threatened him over the fifth-grade Divine Power, yet now he seemed to have turned over a new leaf, showing such attentiveness, making it truly perplexing.

The other elders couldn’t hold back either, proposing their conditions one after another.

They spoke sincerely, faces full of smiles and eyes brimming with hope, all with one goal: to make Xu Wendong their disciple.

Facing such enthusiastic competition, Xu Wendong felt a bit lost, his mind chaotic.

He frowned slightly, his eyes revealing a hint of bewilderment, unable to comprehend the elders’ fervor.

Luckily, at this moment, Li Jiayin secretly transmitted a message to Xu Wendong: "Lin Mo, these eight elders are all worthy choices for you as a master."

"But as your sister, I suggest that you wait a bit. When my father comes out of seclusion, he might personally accept you as a disciple." Li Jiayin’s voice echoed softly in Xu Wendong’s mind, carrying a hint of mystery.

Hearing this, Xu Wendong became even more confused.

Li Jiayin’s father was the Sect Master of the Heavenly Nether Sect, powerful and profoundly respected.

Even he wanted to personally accept a disciple, raising questions about what agendas might lie behind this?

Coming to the Heavenly Nether Sect in Lin Dong’s place, Xu Wendong had deeply felt the complexity and latent malice here.

Everyone in the Heavenly Nether Sect seemed to have their own schemes; their eagerness towards him obviously suggested self-interest.

As for what that interest was, Xu Wendong was momentarily clueless.

As if sensing Xu Wendong’s concerns, Li Jiayin continued to explain: "Our Heavenly Nether Sect is not the sole power in this region."

"Besides us, there are also the Divine Yin Hall and the Fire Lotus Saint Sect."

"These three sects divide the territory, governing numerous regions."

"In the central area of our three sects lies a mysterious Nether Ruins."

Li Jiayin’s voice resonated in Xu Wendong’s mind, each word providing a clearer understanding of the world’s dynamics: "Every five years, the three sects hold a Nether Ruins Congress, allowing the top hundred disciples from each sect to participate."

"In the Nether Ruins lies endless opportunities and treasures, including the Three-Life Stone Fragments."

Li Jiayin’s explanation instantly enlightened Xu Wendong.

"So the elders want me as their disciple to compete in the Nether Ruins and secure opportunities and treasures to bring back to them?"

Xu Wendong squinted his eyes, a profound look appearing, as if seeing through everything.

Li Jiayin seemed to perceive Xu Wendong’s thoughts, nodding slightly.

These elders wouldn’t grant benefits to disciples for no reason; they simply wanted their disciples to compete for opportunities in the Nether Ruins.

The reason was simple: the Nether Ruins had an age limit, preventing anyone over fifty from entering.

"So that’s how it is," Xu Wendong sneered, knowing the Netherworld valued strength and adhered to the principle of value exchange.

The elders needed opportunities to advance their Realm, but the restriction in the Nether Ruins barred them, so they had to pin their hopes on disciples participating in the Congress.

Xu Wendong considered this, then resolutely looked at the elders, stating loudly, "Thank you esteemed elders for your recognition, but I plan to join the Sect Master."

After speaking, Xu Wendong calmly retreated behind Li Jiayin.

For him, he should apprentice under the most powerful, highest standing to gain better training resources and development space.

"What? Are the terms we offered still not generous enough?"

"Boy, you shouldn’t miss this rare opportunity, knowing we’re the strongest eight in the Heavenly Nether Sect."

"The Sect Master is still in seclusion and might not be able to accept you as a disciple anytime soon."

The eight elders tried persuading, their eyes full of helplessness.

They understood that if Xu Wendong chose the Sect Master, it was understandable, given Li Jiayin’s father’s transcendent power, holding significant sway over the Heavenly Nether Sect and the region.

It was precisely because he was in seclusion and missed this relic expedition; otherwise, Xu Wendong would have been taken by the Sect Master already.

"Esteemed elders, Lin wished to be taken under my father’s wing, so I accept disciples in his stead."

Li Jiayin slightly raised the corner of her mouth, showing a faint smile, elegantly taking out a Jade Pendant from her chest and handing it to Xu Wendong: "This is my father’s token; possessing it makes you his disciple. From now on in the Heavenly Nether Sect, you will be part of the Sect Master’s lineage."

The Jade Pendant emitted a gentle luster, adorned with intricate designs, seemingly containing mysterious power.