Chapter 225 - 6: Berserk Junior Sister Refuses to Be Cannon Fodder (Part 6)

Others with weak abilities are cannon fodder; she has a way to save them.

But the First Senior Brother is considered a prodigy, establishing his Foundation at seven and breaking through the Fourth Rank at fifteen. Now he’s twenty and already at the Sixth Rank. Although he can’t compare to the male lead, who is expected to break through the Tenth Rank at twenty, he’s already outstanding among his peers.

Precisely because of this, he’s a bit arrogant and aloof, which is why he developed some romantic notions after encountering the female lead.

In this novel, the outstanding men have more or less a "romantic brain." To completely eradicate his romantic notions, Jiang Lai could only keep knocking down his confidence, so he wouldn’t dare entertain those chaotic thoughts.

Whether this tactic worked, Jiang Lai didn’t know, but the First Senior Brother’s self-esteem was certainly greatly damaged.

As the First Senior Brother, getting lectured by his Little Junior Sister, and everything she said seemed to hold water, he lost all face and immediately went into seclusion after returning.

"So strange, why suddenly go into seclusion? In just a few months, it’s the sect’s annual trial competition. Can he make it if he goes into seclusion now?"

Afraid that Jiang Lai didn’t understand, the Third Senior Brother specially explained.

"The trial competition involves all disciples from the Three Sects and Four Gates. Under the guidance of some powerful elders in the sect, they enter the forbidden areas, which we can’t usually access. Only during the trial competition can we enter.

Inside and outside are different, with abundant spiritual power and endless natural treasures. It’s full of opportunities but rife with danger.

Every year in the Tiangang Sect, all disciples participate, led by the First Senior Brother. The treasures they find are theirs, and completing sect tasks can earn them sect rewards.

Every year, we rely on sect rewards to get spirit stones. Once they’re used up, they’re gone."

Spirit stones here are akin to money in the Mortal World, a universal currency.

Cultivators typically fast and don’t need to eat, spending twelve hours daily cultivating, which requires spiritual power. Thus, spirit stones are indispensable.

"Why do bigger sects have so many strong people above the Sixth Rank? They’re all built up with spirit stones. If our Tiangang Sect had more spirit stones, everyone’s cultivation could increase, and we wouldn’t fall short of those geniuses."

Jiang Lai suddenly became curious.

"Then why did you all join the Tiangang Sect?"

Third Senior Brother’s expression was a bit strange.

"You can ask me this, but don’t ask others."

"Oh, then I’m asking you, why?"

"What else? I lost during the entrance test. None of the other sect elders wanted me, only master did."

In this group, it seems only Third Senior Brother Hu Mang is an ordinary person. The remaining two have hardly spoken to Jiang Lai, especially the Second Senior Brother, who has barely glanced at him.

Since the Tiangang Sect is far from the trial grounds, they have little interaction with other sects. Initially, Third Senior Brother was cautiously awaiting news of lost treasures from the sect. Surprisingly, after over a month, no news came.

Soon, the sect trial began.

I heard that this trial is meant to select a batch of disciples from the Four Gates to join the Three Sects. It’s the first time in five years the Three Sects have offered such an opportunity, making this trial especially important.

After all, cultivators all want to enter the Three Sects to get the best resources and break through early.

The day before the trial, all disciples had to test their spiritual power at the sect hall. Only those with cultivation above the Third Rank could participate.

The First Senior Brother emerged from seclusion on this day. After glancing at Jiang Lai, he averted his gaze, seemingly with more determination in his eyes.

"First Senior Brother, have you advanced in cultivation?!"

It’s apparent from his aura’s change. Once breaking through the Sixth Rank, the entire demeanor undergoes a tremendous transformation.

Like the current First Senior Brother, with steady aura and light steps, it’s clear he’s broken through.

Jiang Lai nodded, not bad at all. He broke through to Level 6 earlier than in the original plot, increasing his survival chances in future dangers.

The master praised while stroking his beard continuously.

"Disciple, you’re excellent. As your master, I’m very gratified. Here, take some elixir pills I just refined; you might need them during the trial."

Then he handed out small bottles to everyone, whispering to Jiang Lai while handing his.

"If anyone bullies you, just use it, don’t hesitate. I have plenty."

Blatantly handing out poison to disciples, but the key is, none of the senior brothers seemed to have any issue, and after receiving them, they packed up and set off.

In front of the sect hall, it was already packed with people, a massive gathering with a spectacular look.

It’s hard to imagine this many disciples are from other sects. As one of the Four Gates, the Tiangang Sect, even with Jiang Lai, barely makes up a handful.

The two girls who came from the Mortal World with Jiang Lai eagerly ran over when they saw him.

They were assigned to the Sword Qi Sect, dressed in greenish-blue outfits with swords at their waists, looking quite elegant like sword immortals.

"Jiang Lai, we finally found you! Let me tell you, so much has happened recently."

The taller one is Du Furong, who has known the original character since childhood. Her favorite pastime is gossiping with Jiang Lai about others.

The shorter one, Zhang Qingqing, met at the foot of the mountain. The three quickly hit it off as friends, chatting away about handsome men they encountered along the way.

"Yes, yes, that Mu Wu recently made quite a splash, joined the Sun and Moon Sect, and became a disciple under Elder Tianyi. Not long ago, during their sect’s internal competition, she defeated Elder Tianyi’s top disciple and won a magic pet!"

"And there’s more you don’t know, she even stood up for someone and beat up a few disciples from the Sun and Moon Sect. I heard Zhao Yan was one of them, you know, the Zhao Yan we met while climbing the mountain, the handsome one with Fifth Rank cultivation."

Jiang Lai indeed recalled a Zhao Yan, a prince from a major Mortal World country, prestigious with decent talent, just a bit flashy and arrogant.

As expected, being showy gets you beaten up.

Just like the original character, those who jump around in front of the female lead won’t have a good end.

Zhang Qingqing looked somewhat heartbroken.

"Mu Wu is really annoying; she even dared to hit Zhao Yan. Doesn’t she know Zhao Yan’s uncle is one of the five Great Elders of the Sun and Moon Sect?"

Du Furong also disliked Mu Wu, chiming in.

"At this trial, let’s find a chance to teach her a lesson, show her the world isn’t that simple!"

Jiang Lai couldn’t help but sigh upon hearing this.

Cannon fodder is planning to hand themselves over again, willingly, to highlight the female lead’s understated demeanor and outstanding capability.

Before Jiang Lai could speak, Little Buding suddenly chimed in.

"Character setting, don’t forget."

So Jiang Lai shifted his tone.

"She dared to hit Zhao Yan, so arrogant! Find a chance to teach her a lesson!"