"Are that person's disciples really so formidable as to warrant such a significant expense on your part?"
The Chief Elder's eyebrows twitched.
If this had been in the past, with the Five Elements Sect's abundance of talent, they naturally wouldn't fear a comparison with Mr. Zhuang's disciples—unless these few disciples really possessed Mr. Zhuang's unparalleled perceptiveness and talent...
The Chief Elder sighed in his heart.
Objectively speaking, they couldn't compare with Mr. Zhuang.
But that being said, there has only been one Mr. Zhuang for so many years.
The disciples of Mr. Zhuang, after all, aren't Mr. Zhuang. Even if they are formidable, there will always be a limit.
It was then that the Chief Elder took up the idea of organizing a debate conference to compare Formations.
Although the Five Elements Sect was not up to par, the Chief Elder wasn't willing to admit it, which would hurt his own face and dampen his dignity. So he said:
"Their talents are exceptionally good, and how their Formation skill truly measures up can only be known after they compete..."
"It's possible that they might not even be a match for the disciples of our Five Elements Sect..."
The Chief Elder began to pat himself on the back, and then he said diplomatically:
"However, this matter relates to the Sect's lineage inheritance, which is of great concern. I must act cautiously and meticulously to prevent any accidents that could cause our Sect's lineage to fall into the hands of others."
"Even if it means paying a certain price, it is worth it!"
Sect Leader Chu and the Old Ancestor of the Shen Family both nodded in agreement.
Even if they looked down on the Formation skill level of the Five Elements Sect now, the Chief Elder's considerations were faultless.
When it concerned the Sect's top-secret inheritance, being as cautious as possible was the correct approach.
Sect Leader Chu then said, "Chief Elder, rest assured, the Five Elements Sect, known for the Five Elements Spirit Formation, will ensure that this Ultimate Formation will remain within the Five Elements Sect, and no one will be able to learn it!"
The Chief Elder was overjoyed, "Thank you, Sect Leader Chu!"
The Old Ancestor of the Shen Family frowned and said, "However, those who dare covet the Ultimate Formation must be disciples of no ordinary talent."
Sect Leader Chu calmly said, "No matter."
He gave a cold laugh, "The study of Formations is profound and limitless, requiring both talent and hard study. Even with talent, it's impossible to be proficient in everything."
"Formation Patterns, Formation Pivot, Formation eye, Formation principle, as well as some advanced Formation Taoist Skills, they can't be proficient in every aspect."
"Every ruler has its strengths, and every inch has its weaknesses."
"It's the same for even the most gifted Formation Masters."
"If these disciples of Mr. Zhuang are of mediocre strength, we shall win over them with dignity, teaching them a lesson to appreciate the vastness and depth of Formations, the profound and unpredictable nature of Formation principles."
"We'll make them understand that there are always higher skies and other people beyond themselves."
"However, if they indeed have extraordinary talent and outstanding Formation skill..."
"Then we will use our strengths to target their weaknesses!"
"With so many disciples, each with their own specialties, we will certainly have areas where we are stronger than them. In such a comparison, we can also overcome them."
"While it may seem somewhat unsporting, the matter of the Sect's inherited legacy is of great importance, and we need not fuss over these details."
"Winning is winning, losing is losing." Your journey continues at
"Since they dare to come and learn Formations, they should be prepared for this. If their skills are inferior, they have no grounds to argue!"
...
The Chief Elder nodded in approval, "Good!"
The Old Ancestor of the Shen Family also stroked his beard and praised, "Well said."
After discussing their plans, they sat upright and waited for Mr. Zhuang and his party.
The bustling disciples of the Formation Pavilion gradually quieted down...
Half an hour later, Mr. Zhuang, accompanied by Mo Hua and two others, entered the Formation Pavilion in front of everyone.
The Formation Pavilion instantly became even more silent, so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
The three Golden Core Elders who were meditating with their eyes closed all opened their eyes. Their aged gaze, filled with a glint of sharpness, fell upon the newcomers.
So this is Mr. Zhuang!
Truly a figure of immortal grace and unparalleled presence.
The man and woman following behind—are they the siblings?
Indeed, they possess a regal bearing and flawless charisma.
And the one at the back...
All three were taken aback.
Doesn't he seem rather young?
Although they had all been previously notified of a youngster in his teens—an established First Grade Junior Formation Master—seeing it firsthand was still inconceivable.
He's so young...
Is this truly a First Grade Formation Master?
Are you kidding me...
They had earnestly discussed strategies for so long, and this is what they faced—a mere child.
To compete against him, wouldn't it be bullying?