Chapter 396
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Chapter 396: The Leader’s Direct Disciple!
At this moment, the entire hall felt as if it had been frozen for no apparent reason.
Under the gazes of the elders, Su Yi respectfully bowed, meeting each elder’s eyes in turn.
At that moment, Su Yi felt great respect for these elders, including Elder Shangguan Hu.
Su Yi could sense that despite Elder Shangguan Hu’s stern and ruthless appearance, the elder was genuinely trying to take him under his wing as a disciple.
As Su Yi lowered his head in respect, the other elders, along with Situ Liuyun, the Right Dharma Protector, subtly exchanged glances.
“Thank you for your kindness, esteemed elders. I am truly honored, but I am not currently seeking a master. Please forgive me, and thank you again.”
After the formalities, Su Yi spoke. He had already decided not to stay in the Divine Sword School and regretted disappointing the elders who had shown him kindness.
“You have no intention of becoming our disciple?”
As soon as Su Yi finished speaking, the previously confident elders were shocked, never expecting this outer disciple to refuse their secret invitation.
Situ Liuyun and the Right Dharma Protector were equally surprised, as the elders had eagerly hoped to accept this young man as a direct disciple, an opportunity that countless disciples in the Divine Sword School longed for, yet Su Yi had directly rejected it.
Situ Liuyun’s eyes gleamed with interest as he turned to Su Yi. “Su Yi, I am also interested in taking you as my direct disciple. Would you consider it?”
“What…?”
Suddenly, all eyes turned toward Situ Liuyun, leaving the elders and Right Dharma Protector dumbfounded and wide-eyed.
“What’s happening? Does the sect leader want to take a disciple? Is he trying to interfere with our decisions…?”
The elders were stunned. Wasn’t it their responsibility to consult with the master on this matter? Why would the master suddenly take action himself?
The Right Dharma Protector was also visibly taken aback, unaware that the Sect Leader had intentions of accepting disciples.
Su Yi was equally astonished. This was the head of the Divine Sword School, a person whose actions could shake the entire Central State and affect all its powerful figures.
To become the direct disciple of the sect leader was a prestigious position, an irresistible opportunity for any disciple of the Divine Sword School.
Such a chance was one that not only the entire Divine Sword School but also few people in Central State, the six lands, three continents, and one ocean could resist.
For most people, such an opportunity would mean an immediate acceptance as a disciple.
To say that Su Yi was not moved would be untruthful.
Had Su Yi been offered this opportunity in the past, he would undoubtedly have accepted it. Becoming the direct disciple of the head of the Divine Sword School would have meant fewer obstacles on his path to power. He could have risen to great heights, perhaps even married into a powerful family and lived a life of prominence.
A brief glimmer flashed in Su Yi’s eyes.
Having never been mentored by a renowned teacher, he had relied solely on his own efforts to grow stronger.
Although he possessed the “Supreme Chaotic Yuan Technique,” the mysterious space, and “the Divine Demonic Ancient Verse” now, becoming a disciple of the Divine Sword School’s master would be an immensely fortunate opportunity.
Under the leader’s guidance, his weaknesses could be overcome.
However, Su Yi knew what he truly sought. Elder Su had no prior connection to him but had saved his life, brought him to the Divine Sword School, healed him, and entrusted Xu Jiahui to care for him. Even if, by some chance, he could become a disciple of the current Sect Leader, he first needed Elder Su’s permission before proceeding.
“Thank you for your kindness, Master. However, I still reside on the Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak, and I need Elder Su’s approval before proceeding.” Su Yi felt a bit of regret, having missed such a rare opportunity.
“This guy would even turn down the sect leader?”
Su Yi’s words stunned the elders, causing them to glance at one another in confusion.
How could anyone in the Divine Sword School refuse the honor of becoming a disciple of the Sect Leader?
Yet this youth had done just that, turning down such a grand opportunity. Could it be that he didn’t care about the sect leader’s prestige?
Situ Liuyun felt somewhat insulted. As the head of the Divine Sword School, he could recruit disciples at will. The best and brightest talents across Central State, the six lands, three continents, and one ocean would line up to join.
Yet this young man, when offered such a chance, had rejected it without a second thought.
“You are just an outer disciple of the Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak. If you join my faction and inform Elder Su, he will not hold it against you.”
While speaking to Su Yi, Situ Liuyun realized that if he were to be rejected in front of these senior elders, he would be put in an awkward situation.
“Um…”
The head of the Divine Sword School, with his unmatched status, had spoken in such terms. Su Yi wasn’t foolish. He understood that as a member of the Divine Sword School, it would not be wise to refuse the Sect Leader’s offer outright.
Even if he decided not to stay in the Divine Sword School, offending the esteemed Sect Leader was not something he could easily afford.
However, before becoming a disciple, he still needed to inform Elder Su, who had saved his life.
“Master, it’s not that I don’t wish to become your disciple, but I have already become a disciple under Elder Su. Therefore, I must wait for his approval first.”
Su Yi bowed respectfully, his expression neutral, making sure not to disrespect the master while showing proper respect to the elders.
Su Yi recalled the words of the mysterious woman. As long as he claimed to be Elder Su’s disciple, it would serve as protection. Even the Sect Leader of the Divine Sword School would not dare to act against him without confirming his identity.
So, he believed using Elder Su as a shield would pose no problem.
“Have you really become Elder Su’s disciple?”
As soon as Su Yi spoke, everyone’s expression shifted.
All eyes were now on Su Yi, as if something significant had just been revealed.
Situ Liuyun and the Right Dharma Protector’s expressions darkened, especially Situ Liuyun, whose gaze momentarily twitched.
Looking at the reactions of the elders, Sect Leader Situ Liuyun, and Right Dharma Protector, Su Yi was surprised inwardly.
Did being Elder Su’s disciple really warrant such a reaction? Remembering the mysterious woman’s words, Su Yi nodded firmly and replied, “I have indeed become Elder Su’s disciple.”
Right Dharma Protector’s eyes flickered as he looked at Situ Liuyun’s expression, then asked Su Yi, “Entering Elder Su’s tutelage is a major event. Why does no one in the Divine Sword School know about it?”
