I Only Marry Widows-Chapter 170 - 133: We Welcome the Young Sect Leader Back to the Mountain
In front of the mountain gate’s open space, the four Peak First Seats and the eight Hall Masters gathered, followed by dozens of true disciples lining the mountain path on both sides.
Everyone present wore the sect’s ceremonial robes, solemn and grand, with an invisible aura that merged into one, causing the birds in the sky above not to dare cross over, the beasts in the forest not to dare roar, clouds twisted apart, and the light from the sky descended, truly terrifying.
Seeing this setup, Zhu Yuxian’s heart stirred, and she quickly became thoughtful, her steps halting.
Lu Chengfeng hadn’t reacted yet when Zhu Yuxian gave him an almost imperceptible push on his back, prompting him to walk to the front.
At this moment, the heads of the four peaks and the Great Elders of the eight halls held their swords with lowered heads, bending over in a bow, while dozens of true disciples in the sect held their swords in both hands and knelt on one knee, shouting in unison, "We welcome the Young Sect Leader back to the mountain."
Lu Chengfeng was completely stunned, never expecting such a scene to occur, and instinctively turned to glance at Zhu Yuxian.
He found her eyebrows raised in a smile, her eyes filled with joy.
Feeling slightly comforted, Lu Chengfeng turned back and heard the sect’s golden bell ring, echoing among the peaks, resounding endlessly.
The sect’s high-ranking officials at the mountain gate kept shouting, the calls merging with the bell sounds, reverberating in all directions, shaking the mountain forests.
The bell tolled eight times, and they bowed nine times, the echoes persisting.
Lu Chengfeng had never encountered such a formation before, feeling his blood boiling and his emotions surging, an indescribable sense of excitement and exhilaration.
"It’s no wonder countless people pursue power. This sensation is like drinking fine wine, like being with a heavenly beauty, truly intoxicating!"
This thought flashed through his mind, yet his face showed respect, his true energy stirring, his voice clearly echoing in every person’s ear.
"Disciple Lu Chengfeng, lacking in learning, young and ignorant, how dare I take on this great position, how dare I receive such respect from fellow disciples and elders, please rise quickly."
As he said this, the golden bell had already tolled eight times, nine bows had been completed, and according to sect rules, this meant the ceremony was complete.
Lu Chengfeng’s words were more a formality, also to test the attitude of the sect’s seniors towards him.
He saw the leading four heads stand up, and disciples beside them presented trays, which they personally held up, then walked towards Lu Chengfeng.
Meanwhile, a true disciple from Profound Crane Peak presented a tray to Zhu Yuxian, who accepted it with both hands, standing at the end of the four heads.
All of this happened naturally, without any discussion or rehearsal, and Lu Chengfeng clearly understood that from today, Zhu Yuxian was the First Seat of Profound Crane Peak.
This was a statement!
He couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief, feeling even more joy.
At this time, Elder Withered Bamboo took the lead, followed by Profound Sun, and then Chixiao and White Rainbow Peaks, with Zhu Yuxian at the end.
The five of them held jade trays with both hands, approaching Lu Chengfeng.
Elder Withered Bamboo stepped forward, holding a seal on his jade tray, carved with a red dragon, entwined in an iron chain, fierce and menacing, almost like a living thing.
His voice thundered, echoing in all directions.
"Now, disciple Lu Chengfeng of Yuncang’s Profound Crane Peak, a talent of the sect."
"Since childhood, exceptionally intelligent, eager to learn, leaving no stone unturned in swordsmanship, comprehending its mysteries. From the day he entered the sect, he has been diligent and self-motivated, aspiring to the pinnacle, bringing glory to the sect."
"His nature is pure and kind, caring for fellow disciples, praised by all for his benevolence."
"Moreover, the speed of his cultivation is astounding. Whether studying the classics, understanding their profound essence; or practicing swordsmanship, honing his skills; to date, his cultivation has deepened, like bamboo shoots breaking through, unstoppable."
"All sect elders say: This child is a talent of the ages, certain to achieve greatness in the future."
"Now Chengfeng has successfully cultivated the sect’s divine skill, the Great Five Elements Extinction Divine Light Sword. The power of this sword shakes the heavens and earth; its mysteries are beyond the comprehension of ghosts and gods. With this sword guarding the sect’s way, it is as stable as Mount Tai, its merits immeasurable."
"According to ancestral rules, he is established as the Young Sect Leader."
"Chengfeng’s virtues and talents are sufficient for this significant responsibility."
"The entire sect looks forward to it earnestly, fulfilling everyone’s wishes!"
Having said this, Elder Withered Bamboo bowed, lifting the Red Flood Dragon Seal from the tray respectfully, saying, "Please accept this Jade Seal, Young Sect Leader, to take on the sect’s responsibilities, inherit the sect’s legacy, do not refuse, so as not to disappoint the elders’ hearts, the wishes of fellow disciples."
Lu Chengfeng solemnly replied, "Elder’s words make me ashamed, Chengfeng is willing to shoulder the sect’s responsibilities with all the first seats, not letting down the ancestors, not letting down the sect leader, not letting down fellow disciples."
Elder Withered Bamboo responded, "Good!"
Only then did Lu Chengfeng breathe a sigh of relief, respectfully accepting the seal.
Afterwards, the other four first seats stepped forward one by one, fastening the Young Sect Leader’s sword, the Red Flood Dragon, at his waist, presenting the inheritance jade pendant, placing the Five-Colored Lotus Crown on his head, and draping the Five-Colored Cloud Brocade Robe.
Once Lu Chengfeng received everything, the sect from top to bottom, bowed three more times, then the ceremony was complete.
Encircled by everyone, Lu Chengfeng entered from the mountain gate avenue, along the way, outer peak disciples holding swords greeted him respectfully, every place he passed, the disciples on both sides drew their swords three inches, humming incessantly, kneeling on one knee, calling him Young Sect Leader.
From the mountain gate to the Trapped Dragon Abyss, disciples from all peaks bowed, sword hums never ceased.
Upon reaching the Ancestral Hall, Lu Chengfeng paid respects to the ancestors, offered incense, thus officially becoming the Young Sect Leader of the Yuncang Sword Sect.
After all this, the sky had already darkened, the disciples from all peaks had dispersed, leaving only the five first seats, eight hall masters, gathered at the Ancestral Hall.
Lu Chengfeng was well aware that his smooth ascendancy to Young Sect Leader wasn’t solely due to mastering the Law Intent of the Great Five Elements Extinction Divine Light Sword, but more importantly due to the threat from Youdu, the sect faced a potential disaster.
They merely wanted to push him forward to bear the brunt of the calamity!
At this time, the sect’s high ranks gathered together, precisely to discuss the upcoming strategy.
Now it was already July 7th, with only a few days left until July 15th, everyone present was anxious, unable to sit calmly.
After paying respects to the ancestors, Lu Chengfeng entered the hall, seeing everyone’s gaze focused on him, a smile appeared on his face.
"All esteemed elders gathered here, Chengfeng seeks your advice!"
Having said this, a five-colored halo spread from his brow, and in an instant, a streak of five-colored sword light shot up, tearing through the night sky, the sword light sharp, swift as a thunderbolt, with a slight turn, slicing a leaf of the Azure Water Cloud Bamboo outside the hall, landing in his palm.
The Azure Water Cloud Bamboo leaf was extremely tough, impervious to sword energy, one of the prized materials for forging weapons, yet was effortlessly cut down by a streak of rosy light.
Lu Chengfeng pinched the bamboo leaf, and the hall fell silent, even though they had anticipated it, they couldn’t help but be shocked and amazed.
The sharpness and speed of this streak of sword light, few among them could withstand it.
After looking at each other, everyone burst into laughter.
"Indeed it’s the Great Five Elements Extinction Divine Light Sword, truly a Half-Step Celestial Human, Yun Cang is saved!"
"Hahahahaha!"
