Actually, all of them deeply admire Gu Ruoyun and would have willingly followed her even without Master Dongfang's orders. It was possible that what Gu Ruoyun's said would be more useful than Master Dongfang's words.
"Master, everyone is here now. We should be heading off."
Dongfang Changjin smiled and swelled with pride at the sight of the geniuses before her, "Everyone, the Divine Trials will soon begin. Now follow me and we'll start our journey. Is there anyone here who wishes to pull out of the trials?"
The crowd was silent, everyone remained in their respective positions and did not move as their faces filled with determination.
"If there are none, then let's be off!"
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The Spirit Sect.
In a large hall, a man dressed in green robes rose and stared coldly at the people before him.