C353 The Founder of the Array Dao the Azure Emperor Fuxi!(2)
Although an Array Master can technically perform the thirty-six array techniques, executing them is a different challenge altogether. These divine arrays, born from the essence of creation, each represent a unique path in the art of arrays. This means they are unrelated to ordinary array skills; mastering them requires meticulous study and innovation.
Woo Zhengyang held the Array Origin Bead, sensing an unprecedented array path from the lingering energy of the teleportation array. Initially, this path seemed similar to ordinary arrays, even appearing simple. However, a deeper exploration revealed its intricate connection to the forces of nature and the elements.
In essence, this teleportation array isn't fixed. Factors like location, timing, and materials must be precisely managed for successful deployment. Woo Zhengyang, despite his mastery, had never encountered such complexity in standard array practices.
Learning to set up the teleportation array before its residual energy dissipates was beyond Woo Zhengyang's reach, and likely beyond anyone else's. He had hoped the golden vortex would assist, but it often failed at crucial moments. Fortunately, he still had the Array Origin Bead, which not only helped him perceive array changes but also recorded the array's setup and operation methods. While it couldn't capture everything, it was better than nothing.
Using the Array Origin Bead to record the teleportation array's method, Woo Zhengyang focused entirely on sensing the fading echoes. Given time, and by reflecting on these echoes, Woo Zhengyang couldn't guarantee he'd be able to set up a teleportation array, but he knew he'd gain significant insights. If he ever had the chance to encounter such an array again, he was confident he would eventually master it.
Previously, Woo Zhengyang wouldn't have dared to hope for such an opportunity. However, with Moh Lunhui, the reborn emperor, now in the picture, Woo Zhengyang believed chances would arise in the future. He felt fortunate that Moh Lunhui hadn't perished by his hand; otherwise, he would have missed the chance to study the teleportation array.
As time passed, the echoes of the teleportation array finally faded away. Reluctantly, Woo Zhengyang snapped back to reality and put away the Array Origin Bead. Standing up, he noticed everyone was watching him with complex expressions. Additionally, two new people had arrived in the inner city of Heavenly Martial City: an elderly man with a hunched back and a middle-aged man with his hair tied with a jade band.
Nie Fengyu stood nearby, lost in thought, and only reacted when Woo Zhengyang approached. Reluctantly, Nie Fengyu introduced the two newcomers. The elderly man was Lei Yuetian, the Grand Elder of the Heavenly Martial Sect, at the peak of the Reality Condensing Stage. The middle-aged man was Yuu Xiaokun, the current Sect Master of the Heavenly Martial Sect, in the late Reality Condensing Stage, and considered the most promising candidate in recent years to break through to the Essence Shaking Stage and become a Martial King.
"Woo Zhengyang, congratulations on becoming the top winner of this year's Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association. You are the most unique champion we've ever had. I am granting you direct entry into the inner circle of the Heavenly Martial Sect, with benefits ranked among the top hundred!" Yuu Xiaokun said with a cheerful smile to Woo Zhengyang.
At this moment, Woo Zhengyang finally understood why Nie Fengyu looked so reluctant. Yuu Xiaokun was here to recruit him, right in front of Nie Fengyu, using a wealth of incentives to entice Woo Zhengyang.
According to the rules of the Heavenly Martial Dao Discussing Great Association, the first-place winner indeed qualifies to enter the Heavenly Martial Sect, but only the outer circle, without any special perks. In previous years, the top winners, especially those from various sects, rarely chose to join. Even students from the Heavenly Martial Academy would often win the title several times before deciding to enter.
This time, however, Yuu Xiaokun personally extended the invitation, offering benefits far superior to those of previous years. Entering the inner circle of the Heavenly Martial Sect has always been reserved for those at the Shape Gathering Stage with exceptional talent. Woo Zhengyang was merely at the beginning of the Reality Condensing Stage, yet Yuu Xiaokun promised him entry into the inner circle, showing his eagerness.
Being a disciple of the Heavenly Martial Sect already represents extraordinary honor and access to unimaginable training resources, let alone being part of the inner circle with top-tier benefits.
"I say, Master Yuu, are you underestimating my disciple, Woo Zhengyang? Moh Lunhui, who he just defeated, was made an inner sect elder, yet you only want to make him an inner sect disciple. That's not right!"
As everyone awaited Woo Zhengyang's decision, Nie Fengyu chimed in with a sarcastic tone. The crowd was embarrassed; it was clear that the promises made to Moh Lunhui by the Martial King expert were just a temporary fix. Everyone understood this, but Nie Fengyu still chose to make an issue of it.
Hearing Nie Fengyu's words, Yuu Xiaokun smiled slightly and replied, "Moh Lunhui was chosen by the Grand Elder. I don't have the authority to directly promote someone to elder. Entering the inner sect is already unprecedented, and this was the Grand Elder's instruction before leaving. If Master Nie has any objections, you can bring them up when the Grand Elder returns."
Yuu Xiaokun invoked the Grand Elder's name, leaving Nie Fengyu with no room to argue, though he continued to sulk with a sour expression.
At that moment, Woo Zhengyang suddenly spoke up, "No need to wait for the Grand Elder. I refuse to join the Heavenly Martial Sect!"
His words left everyone in shock!