Chapter 5, Doctor Mo

Walking along the mountain path, both of these senior brothers recalled some discouraging matters within the sect, losing the mood to speak. They silently led the way forward, while Han Li and the others dared not converse privately. Perhaps they had already vaguely realized that the Seven Mysteries Sect was somewhat different from their home.

After a while, Han Li felt a tightness around his waist, his body became light, and he suddenly began to rise automatically.

This time, there are a total of seven qualified individuals, among whom six have entered the Baiduan Hall, officially becoming inner disciples of this sect he said slowly

The old man, accompanied by two others, slowly walked along the narrow path in the woods, turning this way and that. Suddenly, before them appeared a vibrant, lush green valley, full of life.

In the end, Han Li felt a bit sad that he had not been able to complete this journey. Despite his hard work, why was he still unable to measure up to others?

"It is still relying on having a cousin who is the deputy sect leader. If it weren't for his cousin marrying the deputy sect leader Ma and becoming his second wife, how could he, at an age exceeding the entry requirements, still enter the Seven Absolute Hall?" The words of the cold and aloof senior brother sent a chill creeping up everyone's spine.

Han Li turned his head to look, only to find that it was his senior brother, who was closely following him. One hand was holding him, while the other hand and legs were skillfully climbing upwards. At the same time, Han Li noticed the sun hanging high in the middle of the sky

"Wang Hufa, the remaining individuals shall each receive some silver and be sent back home." Master Yue coldly gazed at the last remaining child

Yes. Among these individuals, there are six formal disciples and two named disciples Zhang Jun replied carefully

Han Li glanced at another child who had also stepped forward, named Zhang Tie. He was the one who had closely followed behind him and was hanging on the rope, almost reaching the top of the cliff.

As for the others... Master Yue scrutinized the remaining children for a moment, gently stroked his chin with his right hand, and after a brief contemplation, said: "Zhang Tie, Han Li, although you two did not arrive at the cliff top on time, your performance was outstanding. It seems you can endure the hardships of martial arts training. You two will first establish a foundation with several instructors in our sect, and after six months, there will be an assessment. If you pass, you will officially become inner disciples; if you do not pass, you will be sent to the outer sect as outer disciples."

Another person danced on the rock, being the first to reach the cliff, demonstrating outstanding performance, and was directly recommended to study the unique skills of this school at the Seven Absolute Hall. The Master Yue turned to glance at the old man in the outer robe, who stroked his beard and nodded at him with satisfaction

Upon seeing this person, Zhang Jun and the other showed no signs of concern; instead, they hurriedly stepped forward and respectfully bowed deeply to the elder.

As one reaches the top of the cliff, there are only six children sitting nearby to rest. Wu Yan is conversing with a portly elderly man in a deep blue scholar's robe, who appears to be in his fifties, with his hands clasped behind his back. Master Yue and Protector Wang are standing beside him, accompanied by several others, all waiting for the young disciples to bring the slower children up the mountain one by one

Oh, is this the new disciple who just arrived on the mountain?" The old man finally stopped coughing and asked slowly in a hoarse voice

As he passed through a dense forest, an elderly man slowly emerged from the woods. He appeared to be in his sixties, tall and thin, with a sallow complexion, yet he had long white hair that cascaded down to his shoulders. The old man walked while continuously bending over and coughing, and judging by the difficulty he had while coughing, it seemed he could collapse at any moment, causing great concern.

Two young men were assigned to lead the way, dividing Han Li and the others into two groups as they headed down the cliff. One of them was the cold and aloof senior brother. Just before descending the cliff, Han Li couldn't help but glance back at Wu Yan, noticing that he was still conversing with the old man in the blue robe, showing no signs of moving.

Han Li was already exhausted and paid no attention to the other child named Zhang Tie. He threw himself onto a wooden bed in the room and fell into a deep sleep. For him, it didn't matter; he could already be considered half a disciple of the Seven Mysteries Sect.

Han Li and Zhang Tie, seeing that the two senior brothers had no objections, naturally had no right to oppose and followed the old man into the forest

"Doctor Mo, how do you do? Is there anything you would like to instruct your disciple to do?" Zhang Jun's demeanor was markedly different from his usual coldness; his face was filled with respect. To him, this elder was more worthy of reverence than the hall master or even the deputy sect master

"You may call me Old Mo from now on," the elder said, pausing for a moment before adding, "You may also call me Doctor Mo."

On the left side of the valley lies a vast expanse of countryside exuding a rich aroma of medicinal herbs, where many types of herbs, whose names Han Li could not recall, are cultivated. On the right side, there are a dozen or so houses of various sizes, all connected together. Looking around, apart from the entrance and the * map * book entrance, it appeared that there were no other exits leading to the outside.

"As you command, these two are named disciples. To be favored by you, Dr. Mo, is a blessing for them. They should come over to pay their respects to the esteemed Dr. Mo. If they can learn even a couple of his medical skills, it would be a fortune for them in their lifetime!" The two senior brothers showed no signs of opposition, and the slender-faced Wu Mingrui even went so far as to flatter the old man.

This is the Valley of Divine Hands. Apart from the disciples within the valley, outsiders generally do not come here unless they are ill or injured. You two will reside here from now on. Please go and rest for a while, and come to the main hall to see me in the evening; I have something to discuss with you. The old man stood in front of several adjoining houses and pointed to one of the smaller rooms.

The cold senior brother let out a cold snort, seemingly harboring some reservations in his heart, and thus fell silent. At this moment, Han Li learned that this cold senior brother was named Zhang Jun. Han Li felt a vague understanding of their words, but he was dimly aware that Wu Yan did not gain entry into the Seven Absolute Hall through genuine talent and learning; rather, it was due to a relative of a deputy sect master within the sect serving as a backing, which allowed him to enter effortlessly. Han Li felt a vague understanding of their words, but he was dimly aware that Wu Yan did not gain entry into the Seven Absolute Hall through genuine talent and learning; rather, it was due to a relative of a deputy sect master within the sect serving as a backing, which allowed him to enter effortlessly

Zhang Jun and Wu Mingrui, you two are to bring these individuals who have passed the examination to this hall, and hand them over respectively to Deputy Hall Master Gu and Instructor Li

As commanded, the guardian Wang stepped forward, respectfully accepted the order, and led the children who had not passed the test down the cliff

Zhang Jun, are you disregarding your life? The deputy sect leader is not someone we can casually discuss! If other fellow disciples hear this, neither of us will escape the punishment of facing the wall in repentance!" The thin-faced senior brother was taken aback by the cold words of his fellow disciple, hurriedly looking around. Upon seeing that there were no outsiders apart from these few children, he finally breathed a sigh of relief

After waiting for a while, all the children were brought up. At this moment, Master Yue stepped forward and faced the group of children with solemnity

I currently lack sufficient personnel, as I still need one alchemy disciple and one herb-gathering disciple. These two will accompany me." The doctor Mo casually pointed, coincidentally indicating Han Li and the other two registered disciples, his tone filled with an undeniable authority.

After finishing his words, Doctor Mo ignored the two and walked step by step, coughing, into another more spacious and elegant room

He is different from you; he is a core disciple sent to the Seven Absolute Hall. Once he completes his training, he will at least hold the status of a protector. Another senior brother with a long, thin face seemed to sense Han Li's doubts and took the initiative to clarify, but there was an indescribable hint of envy and jealousy in his words