"Without a Master, where will you get the Sacred Image?" Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme suddenly became anxious, "Donât let those rumors mislead you into thinking you can explore and find a Sacred Path on your own. I tell you, relying solely on the bloodline of a Grade D Saint wonât be nearly enough to forge your own Sacred Path!"
"Every Sacred Path is either a groundbreaking route paved by generations of extraordinary talents or a branch derived from the Dao Book. Unless youâre a born Taozi, maybe you can carve out a Sacred Path without a Sacred Image, but you would likely exhaust a lifetime of effort."
"But thatâs such a waste of talent. If you were a born Taozi, even the Taoist Master would beg to take you as a disciple. Living a hundred and thirty-six thousand years wouldnât sound appealing?"
Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme rambled on with only one purpose: to persuade Wang Shouzhe to become his disciple.
Putting aside the boundless potential of such a disciple, which could rejuvenate this lineageâs Holy Island, the immediate gratification of taking a Saint as a disciple would surely cause Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme to rise to prominence in an instant.
Not to mention, simply touring around with his disciple to pay respects to various Sacred Supremes would garner countless gifts.
He could even imitate Sea of Clouds Sacred Supreme, taking his disciple to fleece the Taoist Master.
In short, he could walk the path already tread by Sea of Clouds Sacred Supreme again.
Heâs not good with innovation, but he knows how to copy homework, doesnât he?
"Well..." Wang Shouzhe sighed helplessly, "Thank you for your kindness, Elder Cloud Peng, but I have no plans to apprentice myself for now. Besides, Iâm afraid my attributes might not align with your Sacred Image."
Even without in-depth understanding, he could guess that Cloud Peng Sacred Supremeâs lineage probably requires a certain bloodline compatibility with the Sacred Image.
"What does it matter if the attributes donât match? Just change your cultivation. Besides, our familyâs Tian Peng sacred map isnât rooted in attribute Sacred Path. Whether your Dharma Shadow is a flying or running beast, even a Sea Beast would be fine. Once you cultivate the divine skills within the Tian Peng sacred map to their peak level, you can transform your physical body into a thousand-foot True Heavenly Peng Body, soaring instantly over thousands of miles. Itâs the best choice whether youâre fighting or fleeing," Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme continued to coax relentlessly, "Shouzhe, donât miss this heaven-sent opportunity."
He understood that someone with Wang Shouzheâs bloodline talent would definitely attract competition from various Sacred Supremes without disciples once he reached the Primordial Taoist Palace. Then he, Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme, would have no advantage.
He had to capitalize on the proximity advantage and win over Wang Shouzhe first.
As for those two beloved disciples with Class C Son of Heaven bloodline who had left him hesitating, theyâd been completely forgotten. What were their names again?
"Elder Cloud Peng, for the time being, I really have no intention to apprentice," Wang Shouzhe replied helplessly.
An eminent force like the Primordial Taoist Palace, although unlike the Immortal Palace, maintains a strong sense of independence. The rules within the palace are numerous, and once someone becomes part of the Tao Palace, they are considered palace members permanently and can no longer assume the role of Clan Leader.
As the Family Head, joining the Tao Palace is impractical, not to mention he is accustomed to being laid-back. As long as thereâs an option, he certainly wouldnât choose to join the Tao Palace.
"Perhaps, you could propose some conditions?" Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme persists, "As long as itâs within my power, I will make no objections."
"Elder." Nearby, Saintess Water Moon couldnât hold back and whispered, "Have you ever considered an alternativeâWang Shouzhe might have a throne to inherit in his own family... He may not necessarily think highly of your Tian Peng sacred map?"
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Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme froze.
This comment felt like a wake-up call.
He immediately appeared somewhat disoriented: "So thatâs it, thatâs it~~ No wonder someone with Shouzheâs level of bloodline talent wouldnât appear so casually..."
This was akin to finally encountering a super goddess, only to be told immediately after confessing that she already has someone in her heart, not even giving the chance to pursue...
"Elder Cloud Peng, how about this..." Seeing him like this, Wang Shouzhe felt apologetic and pondered a bit before saying, "Later on, I can introduce you to a disciple with bloodline talent comparable to mine?"
Although he cannot apprentice himself, there are qualified people back home. At worst, he can find someone when he returns.
Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme saw it as Wang Shouzhe comforting him and managed a strained smile, waving his hand, "Alright then, Iâll wait for you to introduce someone to me."
After saying this, he didnât feel like staying any longer, promptly getting up to bid farewell to Wang Shouzhe and left the Heaven Void Cloud Boat, packing the brewed Immortal Tea to enjoy at home.
After Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme had left, Wang Shouzhe gave a severe glare to Saint Qingyuan and Saintess Water Moon: "You two are always causing trouble for me."
"Shouzhe, dear brother, you canât blame me..." Saint Qingyuan coughed helplessly, "Had it not been for Lici, Cloud Peng Sacred Supreme wouldnât always find faults with me. Iâm just a mere Saint and canât withstand his constant harassment. You sharing some of the burden is quite right."
"I did it for your own good." Saintess Water Moon chuckled, "I heard Prince Wen Yu from Tianrui Saint Dynasty has been bothering you recently. I found you a backup to rely on, so he doesnât act too recklessly."