Bab 11: NEW LIFE: JOINING A SECT
Rhys had gained a lot of knowledge after his breakthrough.
Although it wasn't much,but it helped greatly.
In fact,the more he learned,the easier it would become for him to progress further with his Cultivation.
After learning a lot about the Cultivation Realm and how to make potions from the herbs provided by the System,he decided to go to school.
"School is the best place for new students,especially children with low potential" Alvin remarked sarcastically.
Rhys ignored him.
"But school isn't for everyone" Rhys argued.
"Not everyone is going to learn what they need to know."
"How long will it take?"
"Until your level goes up."
"Oh..." Rhys sighed and nodded reluctantly.
"I'll help you with anything you may not have mastered yet" Alvin offered smiling widely.
Rhys nodded with a huge smile. This was something he definitely liked about Alvin.
When Alvin was helping him,his efforts were never wasted. It felt satisfying. He would love to continue working together.
Rhys was happy to have Alvin and it felt good knowing the man would always be there to teach him.
" Now let's choose the sect we're going to join " Alvin said.
Rhys called out to Hulu. "Show me the list of sects in the Kingdom ".
[OKAY]
The black and white screen popped up as usual and he scanned through the list.
[1. THE DIAMOND TURTLE SECT]
[2. THE RISING SERPENT SECT]
[3. THE CLEAN SWORD SLASH SECT]
[4. THE CHARGING BULL SECT]
[5. THE ROYAL SECT]
"So ,which one do we go for?" Rhys questioned.
"Hulu,explain more about the sects!" Alvin ordered.
[THE DIAMOND TURTLE SECT IS ONE OF THE BEST SECT IN THE PRYNO KINGDOM. THEIR MAIN FOCUS IS TO ENSTILL BRAVERY, PATIENCE AND BATTLE TACTICS IN YOUNG STUDENTS. THEY DONT FOCUS MUCH ON INTENSE TRAINING]
"Crap!" Alvin rebuked "I think the Rising serpent Sounds nice ".
[YES. THE RISING SERPENT IS THE NEW SECT IN THE KINGDOM, FOUNDED BY A VERY POWERFUL ARCHMAGE. THEY FOCUS ON PERFECTING BATTLE PROWESS AND ELEMENTAL CONTROL. THEY HAVE THE WORST SECURITY AND ENVIRONMENT FOR CULTIVATING. IT'S NOT A SURPRISE SINCE A LOT OF POOR AND UPCOMING SECTS FACE THE SAME CHALLENGES]
"Alright enough, we're going there " Alvin said in satisfaction.
" What about the Royal sect?" Rhys asked.
" Uhh...you can't survive there. With this system, leveling up will be very easy for you and faster too. In the Royal Sect, the security is tight and rapid breakthroughs might lead to suspicion. You're not very strong either, not yet. The plan is to stay low and come out when we can Fight back" Alvin replied.
"Ohh...never thought of that" Rhys mumbled.
"So where now?" Rhys inquired.
"We'll just lie down for now,we've got nothing else to do anyway" Alvin replied.
"Kid,can I ask you a question?"
"Go on Master"
"I've seen your Mother, and this apartment is too small for a family. Where is your father... or do you...have siblings?"
Rhys hesitated,it was true that he had no real family left except for his mother.
"Well...My father...he Is the king of the Pryno Kingdom and he disowned me some years ago,my siblings...I don't want to talk about". His voice sounded cold and distant.
"It's okay "
"You can read my memories if you want, you'll see everything " Rhys replied.
"I'll do that later, let's get you into the Sect now"
Rhys grunted and walked to his mother's room.
She was now awake,with a large smile on her face. She looked tired though, that was the after effects of a powerful herb on a mortal. A full day's rest would fix it up and renew her completely.
"Where are you off too?"
"I am going to participate in the sect trial,I won't be long" Rhys responded.
"Ohh dear...sorrow is making you lose your mind" she broke down in tears.
"I know you can't cultivate, you just wish you could right? anyway don't go and get...harmed,you are not like those students at the sect".
" Wanna hear a surprise news?"
"What news? " Miss Dorothy asked puzzled.
"Have some water first " he said as he controlled a cup of water with the air to his shocked mother's face.
"How?"
"Don't worry. I am now a Cultivator and I can control the air element ".
" But...if you leave me and go to the sect,who will take care of Me?" Miss Dorothy asked in distress.
"I'm bringing my siblings back with me!" Rhys answered with anger and zeal in his eyes.
" Just be careful dear".
"I promise to be come home in one piece "
"Ohh boy! This is going to be interesting. Hold on...Let me read through your memories first "
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Rhys walked towards the gates of the kingdom. It was time to meet his destiny.
With determination etched on his features and a slight grin on his lips,he entered the gates of the Kingdom Hall and made his way towards the temple.
As expected many guards surrounded the temple doors.
This was where his siblings worked as well as the place for the sect trials. His siblings had to toil hard everyday and withstand the tortures and abuse of the guards and spoilt Royals.
He saw his youngest sister, Nia ,
standing near the entrance of the gate. Her expression showed an extreme sadness.
"Hey Nia" he yelled.
Nia turned and saw her older brother standing by the entrance.
Nia ran towards Rhys and grabbed him tightly.
Rhys didn't say anything,he only hugged her tightly and smiled.
He had missed Nia dearly but he had promised his mother he would bring them both along.
His older sister released him and stared at him in awe.
"You're finally back" she whispered.
"Yes,I came for the sect trial "
"Did you really?" Nia smiled brightly
.
"Of course I did,do you really doubt it? "
"No! Of course not, I just thought you wouldn't come back and wait.. this you just say sect trial?You're not a Cultivator".
"Surprise, Because your brother here is a Basic Level Rank 1 Air elemental Cultivator".
"Really? How?"
"Long story,we'll talk over it when we get home "
"Brother Rhys, you can't challenge the Princes and Princesses, they're too powerful. Third Prince just had a breakthrough to the Noble Rank . He is now a Noble Rank 1 Martial Cultivator!"
"What's all the commotion out here?" an annoyed voice demanded.
"Ahh...uhm...sorry Your Highness... "
"Who was asking questions?" another irritated male voice snapped.
"Sorry sir" Nia answered politely.
"Why are you even bothering with this lowly servant who haven't had the chance to even cultivate. And her mother is a dying dog. She's just a nuisance" the same voice sneered.
Nia was silent. Her fists clenched tightly while trying not to start shouting.
"Well what are you doing here then, peasant? Get lost! " The second voice barked and Nia ran away.
"Don't fight now,pass the sect trial first, the sect leaders will protect you if a fight breaks later on. Just play the scared cat for a while. It's good they Don't recognise you too". Alvin advised his host.
Rhys headed to the Grand table where Applicants were to purchase the Sect Trial Forms.
Most of the applicants were young lads, around fifteen years of age, most of them wearing beautiful and expensive outfits.
A couple of boys stood beside each other, their arms crossed and sneered mockingly at Rhys. His clothes were dull and poor. His hair was a mess and even his sandals were mismatched. They wondered how he even had the funds to purchase the form and most importantly, how he had become a Cultivator.
"May I ask where the Sect Trial Hall is?" Rhys asked a group of young girls.
"You don't have any business talking to us peasant!" Another said. They all started mocking Rhys and laughing. Some even mocked his appearance.
"If you don't have any business speaking to us,then please go back to wherever you crawled from!" One of the girls shouted and laughed mockingly.
"I'm sorry to interrupt,but I'm looking for the Rising Serpent Sect Trial Hall" Rhys repeated "and my name is Rhys".
"The Sect Trial Hall is over there" one girl pointed behind him with her finger "but if you need any assistance,please call me,Ella" the girl smiled.
"Thank you Ella, it's been an honour "
"No problem,hope you get admitted "
Ella replied with a wink.
"Well kid ,looks like you found yourself a damsel. Hehehe"
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The crowd was getting bigger and bigger as more people arrived at the square. Finally Rhys was able to spot the Sect Trial Hall and he hurriedly walked toward it. There were more than ten people waiting outside the hall for their turn.
One man stepped forward and spoke.
"You are all the last applicants. As far as time is concerned, you have already delayed so hurry up and enter the hall. We don't have all day." The man said.
Everyone stepped inside the hall with nervousness plastered on their faces.
Rhys found a seat on a bench nearby and waited.
Time went by quickly,and soon enough, it was his turn to get tested.
"Name and rank?" Asked the examiner.
"Rhys Lewallen,Basic Level Rank 1 Elemental Cultivator"
"Age?"
"Sixteen"
"Gender?"
"Male"
"Place of birth?".
"Syracuse,Pryno Capitol"
The examiner frowned as he wrote something down on a piece of paper.
"Your turn,your turn!" He announced.
Rhys nodded and got up.
"Rise and walk over there, you are to report to the sect by midday tomorrow. " The examiner instructed.
"Wait..what,I've passed already?" Rhys asked.
"No questions Brat!Now get lost"
The examiner shouted before turning his attention back to his work.
Rhys was fuming,but his companion inside his head managed to calm him down.
"We save your siblings tomorrow " Alvin said.
"We should be ready by then. We must be careful with our actions though,otherwise the guards will kill us,we'renot powerful yet. We need the backing of a sect".
Rhys nodded.
It wasn't long before he exited from the hall and entered the streets.
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