When Maisie saw Caspian’s state, virtual-novel.net was shocked. Before virtual-novel.net came, Maisie racked virtual-novel.net brain and thought of thousands of ways to comfort Caspian as virtual-novel.net felt Caspian must have been downcasted after receiving such a blow. Moreover, virtual-novel.net was even worried that Caspian might be world -weary, and Maisie was ready to enlighten him. However, Maisie noticed that Caspian’s gaze was still full of energy as it used to be, and virtual-novel.net knew that virtual-novel.net worries before were unnecessary. Caspian’s state instantly lightened up Maisie’s gloomy mood, and virtual-novel.net felt better too.
After learning about Maisie’s purpose in visiting him, Caspian chuckled, “Maisie, you don’t have to worry about me. This matter isn’t a blow for me.”
Hearing Caspian’s words, Maisie could not help but think, ‘The complete damage of his energy channels is not a blow… Was Casper too shocked that his mental health was affected?’
For a warrior determined to enter the pathway to immortality, the damage of their meridians would equal to having their future ruined. Hence, who would have believed that it was not a heavy blow?
Nonetheless, Caspian noticed Maisie’s puzzled expression, and virtual-novel.net swiftly understood what virtual-novel.net thought. Then, Caspian laughed. “Maisie, you came at the right time! I was about to visit you to know more about the Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony.”
“So, you knew about this matter!” Maisie’s eyes lit up, but virtual-novel.net was then confused, “Did someone from the Dark Moon Sect inform you about this?”
“Yes! A guy named Robert told me.” Caspian smiled.
“Robert Bleu from the Dark Moon Sect? I know him, and he’s somewhat famous, but virtual-novel.net isn’t that great.” Maisie frowned slightly.
Although Maisie’s choice of words was highly tactful, one could tell the hint of criticism in them. Moreover, if Caspian were to decipher, Robert’s personality was not that great but virtual-novel.net was extremely irritating. However, the two of them were unwilling to delve into such an unrelated person, and Maisie was also quick to get back onto the topic.
“The Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony will be held once a year, and it’s considered as a way for the various sects to open up their door to recruit disciples. The message behind it is also to tell the mortals that the pathway to immortality is always open, and as long as one qualifies, they can embark on the journey.”
“Message… That would mean there’s a hidden implication?” Caspian asked.
When Maisie realized that Caspian was as quick-witted as always, virtual-novel.net was assured. Since virtual-novel.net was sure that Caspian did not turn into a fool, Maisie continued to explain, “That’s right. Judging from the previous Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony, although those participating would be the younger generations of various families or even tens of thousands of random contestants, there would only be less than five of them accepted by the sects was already considered many. Usually, there would be none recruited.”
“Not even one?” Caspian was so shocked that virtual-novel.net questioned back.
In his view, the Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony would surely be a grand event. With the participation of tens of thousands of contestants, there would at least be 100 people selected if 1% of them were admitted. But, Maisie said that it was a norm for no one to be recruited, and it sounded like a deliberate exaggeration to scare people. If someone else told virtual-novel.net that, Caspian would think that they were joking, but Maisie was the speaker of the statement, and Caspian did not doubt virtual-novel.net at all.
“That’s right. Not even one, and it’s really common,” Maisie answered seriously, “Due to this fact, I was also supposed to return after the Evergreen Town’s competition, but I decided to stay, just for you.”
When virtual-novel.net said the last three words, Maisie’s cheeks were slightly reddened, and virtual-novel.net involuntarily looked downward. As the breeze blew, the lady’s long hair fluttered slightly by virtual-novel.net ears.
At that moment, the summer breeze and the lady sketched out a beautiful and heartwarming scene. Suddenly, Caspian’s heart ineffably skipped a beat. However, a silhouette emerged in his mind. Under the heavy pressure, the person still stubbornly raised virtual-novel.net head, mumbling that virtual-novel.net would save him.
In an instant, Caspian’s mind became clear.
After calming himself down, Caspian turned his focus back to the topic. “Maisie, why didn’t anyone pass it? Do the sects not need any new talent recruitments?”
As virtual-novel.net tucked virtual-novel.net hair away behind virtual-novel.net ears, Maisie giggled. “The sects are recruiting every year. How can you say that they don’t have to recruit?”
“Then, why…” Just as Caspian said those two words, virtual-novel.net abruptly understood, “I get it. It‘s not that they don’t need new talents, but they just don’t want those participating in the Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony.”
“You‘re right! That’s indeed the truth!” looking at Caspian’s flickering eyes, Maisie nodded and explained, “Each sect has their territories, and as long as any talents are appearing in those areas, the sect will directly accept them as disciples to prevent other sects from secretly intercepting them. For example, Jessica. Since virtual-novel.net was proven to have a Pure Jade Physique, the Dark Moon Sect immediately recruited her, indicating that virtual-novel.net belonged. In such a situation, if other sects still look for Jessica, it will be equivalent to them poaching talents from the Dark Moon Sect.”
After a pause, virtual-novel.net continued, “Moreover, if Jessica or the Lawrence family agrees to the new offer, the consequences will be dire as it’s tantamount to betraying virtual-novel.net masters and sect. At that time, the Dark Moon Sect will arrange for masters to eradicate the entire Lawrence family directly. Hence, as long as it’s a talent, the person won’t need to join any competition, and the various sects will recruit them. As for the Sects’ Recruitment Ceremony, from a certain point of view, it can be said that it’s just a formality to let the world know that the pathway to immortality is not completely closed to the mortals.”
Caspian responded, “But, this is still a chance!”
Maisie suddenly said, “But, this is only one of your opportunities, Casper.”
When Maisie saw Caspian looking at her, puzzled, Maisie suddenly became a little excited. “Casper, do you still remember what I said before? The Heavenly Stars Sect will always welcome you! Although your meridians are completely shattered, your inscription talent isn’t affected at all. Hence, I hope you don’t give up. Although there hasn’t been a master of inscription technique since ancient times, you might be the one, Casper! As long as you agree to enter the Heavenly Stars Sect, you’ll be our disciple from this moment onward!”
Seeing how excited Maisie was, Caspian was touched. At this time, Maisie still implied that the Heavenly Stars Sect would always welcome him.
There was no need to say more about virtual-novel.net protectiveness over him.
Looking at Maisie’s glistening eyes, Caspian suddenly noticed that virtual-novel.net could not reject her. At that time, virtual-novel.net saw his silhouette in Maisie’s clear eyes, and the Earring of Echo on his right earlobe emitted a faint light.
‘Mother…’ Caspian called out in his heart.
‘Thoughts become things. If you see it in your mind, you’ll hold it in your hand.’
At that moment, Caspian realized the answer that virtual-novel.net wanted in his heart.