"Cultivation resources are never sufficient, so we must select disciples with heaven-defying talent. This way, cultivation resources won't be wasted..." Zhang Bin said with a solemn expression as he imparted some secret techniques for selecting talented disciples to Tian Guangjin and Tian Bingbing.

"With such selection techniques, our martial arts hall will surely pick out some heaven-defying geniuses," Tian Guangjin said excitedly. "So when can I join? And who will be my master?"

"You can join now, and of course, I will be your master," a wicked smile spread across Zhang Bin's face.

"What? You, my master? But I'm your father-in-law! Isn't this seniority all mixed up?" Tian Guangjin's eyes widened in shock.

Tian Bingbing was also dumbfounded and hastily chimed in, "Senior Brother, can't you accept disciples on behalf of our Master?"

"Accepting disciples on behalf of our Master is reserved for supreme geniuses. Father-in-law, you can't be considered a supreme genius. Therefore, the only way is to pull some strings, which means I'll take you as my disciple. This way, Father-in-law, you will become an official disciple of the Taiqing Sect, gain access to cultivation resources, and grow powerful quickly," Zhang Bin lied.

The real reason, of course, was different. Just a moment ago, Tian Guangjin had relied on his status as Tian Bingbing's father to severely reprimand Zhang Bin, his son-in-law. Naturally, Zhang Bin was not pleased and worried the same situation might happen again. So, he decided to simply take Tian Guangjin as his disciple. From now on, Tian Guangjin would have no authority to scold him. He would have to be completely respectful and exceptionally obedient, for Zhang Bin was now his master.

This was a despicably wicked plan.

If Tian Bingbing and Tian Guangjin knew the true state of the Taiqing Sect, they would surely faint from anger. However, since they were unaware, they found Zhang Bin's explanation perfectly reasonable, even thinking that he had made a great sacrifice.

Therefore, gratitude was written all over Tian Bingbing's face.

Tian Guangjin felt the same, though he was a bit embarrassed. Becoming my own son-in-law's disciple... Is this really okay? Is it even appropriate?

But an opportunity like this comes once in a blue moon. Missing it would be the height of foolishness. What martial artist doesn't dream of becoming a disciple of a True Cultivation Sect, reaching the Golden Core Realm, and being able to soar through the skies, visiting Mount Tai in the morning and the East Sea by evening?

So, the embarrassment quickly faded. He dropped to his knees before Zhang Bin with a THUD. "Greetings, Master!"

A radiant smile appeared on Zhang Bin's face. Following the method he had concocted, he accepted Tian Guangjin as his disciple.

He genuinely wanted to nurture Tian Guangjin, hoping he would grow powerful and could then select and cultivate some genius disciples for the Taiqing Sect, bolstering its strength.

So, he didn't hold back. He immediately imparted the Three Purities Secret Technique to him and handed over ten Spirit Stones, urging him to cultivate diligently.

"Thank you for your generous gift, Master!"

Ecstasy washed over Tian Guangjin's face, his eyes gleaming with fervent light. Not only had he learned the Cultivation Technique he had always dreamed of, but he had also received so many Spirit Stones.

As a former drill instructor in the military, he had naturally heard some secrets. Spirit Stones contained a vast amount of Spiritual Energy, allowing a Cultivator to rapidly accumulate True Qi. Unfortunately, in this era, the Spirit Stones near Earth's surface had been all but depleted, making them harder to obtain than ascending to the heavens. Only those sects with a Nascent Soul Stage Cultivator presiding over them could mine for them deep underground.

Therefore, Spirit Stones were immensely valuable. At a Hero Auction, a single Spirit Stone could fetch nearly a hundred million USD. Moreover, their quality wouldn't be nearly as good. After all, the Spirit Stones Zhang Bin offered were Top-Grade, while those mined from deep underground were mostly Low-Grade.

In other words, Zhang Bin's gift was worth over a billion USD. How incredibly generous and lavish was that?

Tian Bingbing felt a bit envious. In the past, Zhang Bin had mostly given her Spiritual Water. Although he later gave her Spirit Stones, it was only one at a time. She would only receive a second one after she had consumed the first.

"From now on, cultivate diligently, grow strong quickly, and select more genius disciples. Do not disappoint your master's high hopes for you," Zhang Bin said sternly.

"Yes, Master…" Tian Guangjin replied earnestly, even thumping his chest as he made his promise. Then he asked with a grave expression, "Master, our Longyin Martial Arts Hall is now effectively a subsidiary of the Taiqing Sect. Should we relocate to Sanchahe Village?"

"There's no need. The Longyin Martial Arts Hall isn't far from Sanchahe Village. I will shift the Great Array slightly to encompass the hall within its protection. That way, you won't have to worry about a thing. No powerful enemy will dare to challenge the hall; doing so would be suicide." Pride filled Zhang Bin's face. "We must build the reputation of our Longyin Martial Arts Hall to attract more people to join. With a larger pool of candidates, the probability of selecting geniuses increases. Therefore, you must train assistants to handle the selection, and while you'll still manage the hall, most of your time should be spent on cultivation and guiding the genius disciples."

"Yes, Master."

"Yes, Senior Brother."

Tian Bingbing and Tian Guangjin agreed respectfully, their faces beaming with delight. They knew how terrifying the Taiqing Sect's Great Array was, capable of withstanding attacks from Nascent Soul Stage Cultivators. With such protection, the Longyin Martial Arts Hall would be impregnable. Having such a safe place to cultivate and train disciples meant they had secured the crucial element of 'land' from the four pillars of cultivation—method, companionship, wealth, and land. Their cultivation would now be worry-free.

"Disciple, mull it over and come up with a plan to promote the martial arts hall. Bingbing and I are going for a walk..." Zhang Bin said, then pulled Tian Bingbing out the door.

Tian Guangjin was a bit frustrated. He had wanted Tian Bingbing's help, but Zhang Bin had taken her away.

However, he quickly realized that although Tian Bingbing was his daughter, she was also his master's wife, so he likely couldn't rely on her. And while Zhang Bin was his son-in-law, he was first and foremost his master, so he couldn't rely on him either.

This won't stump me. I've taught many disciples before!

A proud look on his face, Tian Guangjin immediately took out his cell phone and started making calls, summoning dozens of his former students in one go. He had operated a martial arts hall in Qingshan County for many years and had naturally taught many disciples, some of whom were quite talented and had even reached the Rushing Pulse Realm. So, he had some resources to call upon.

As soon as his disciples arrived, he excitedly recounted the good news of the Longyin Martial Arts Hall's integration into the Taiqing Sect, concluding with, "Hehe, you are all my proudest disciples with decent talent. You all have the potential to join the Taiqing Sect. So, what do you think? Quickly help me come up with a plan to boost the hall's prestige!"

"Master, did you have a nice dream last night and just haven't woken up yet?"

"Master, are you sure you're not joking?"

"Master, you haven't been possessed today, have you?"

"..."

His numerous disciples were incredulous, bombarding him with questions all at once.

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