Ethan Clark gave a cold smile, took a step forward, and displayed the Longevity Footwork and Longevity Fist. His entire demeanor was graceful and effortless, his moves flowing like clouds and water, possessing a unique sense of beauty. Before long, a group of Law Enforcement Hall disciples were all beaten into pig-headed shapes.

Chapter 0006: Cleansing the Sect

"How dare you!"

A thunderous voice exploded in the void, making everyone's eardrums ache.

From a distance, a tall and slender young man approached. He wore black clothes, with three small golden swords embroidered on his cuffs with gold thread. His face was handsome, but his eyes were filled with icy coldness.

He strode forward with the bearing of a dragon and tiger, exuding a majestic aura that made everyone feel slightly suffocated.

"Three golden swords—that's the mark of a core disciple! I remember now, he's the newly promoted core disciple of the Law Enforcement Hall, Chad Wright, Senior Brother Wright!"

Someone exclaimed in surprise, a trace of awe appearing in their eyes.

"Senior Brother Wright is only seventeen, yet he's already broken through to the Spirit Transformation Realm and become a core disciple. Such terrifying talent is second only to Senior Sister Harris in the entire sect. Amazing!"

"This time Ethan Clark is doomed. No matter how strong he is, he can't be a match for Senior Brother Wright. The True Qi Realm and the Spirit Transformation Realm are on completely different levels!"

The crowd discussed animatedly, their gazes toward Ethan Clark varied—some mocking, some sympathetic, some indifferent—but without exception, all believed Ethan Clark was no match for Chad Wright.

"Are you talking to me?"

Ethan Clark raised an eyebrow, his gaze landing on Chad Wright with a hint of scrutiny.

A seventeen-year-old Spirit Transformation Realm expert—his talent was indeed decent, but only just that. In his previous life, Ethan Clark had seen countless geniuses; some powerful races were born at the Grandmaster Realm, reaching the Marquis Realm in their teens.

Chad Wright's expression instantly darkened.

He was one of the brightest geniuses in the Longevity Sect, having lived in the twilight of others' reverence since childhood. Ethan Clark's casual attitude made him feel instantly displeased.

"You, a lowly servant disciple, dare to come up Longevity Mountain and even injure Law Enforcement Hall seniors? What nerve! Kneel down and confess, or I'll kill you today!"

Chad Wright's voice grew chilling as he looked down at Ethan Clark, his gaze cold.

In the Longevity Sect, those below the seventh level of the Vein Opening Realm were all servant disciples. Only those above the seventh level could be promoted to outer disciples.

The dirtiest and most exhausting tasks in the sect were almost all done by servant and outer disciples. Their status was the lowest, unqualified to live on Longevity Mountain, forced to reside in the outer valleys.

Once one broke through to the True Qi Realm, they could be promoted to inner disciples, greatly elevating their status, qualifying to cultivate powerful martial arts and techniques, and regularly receive sect resources.

Breaking through to the Spirit Transformation Realm made one a core disciple, enjoying unparalleled honor in the entire sect, second only to elders and the sect master.

After all, among the thousands of disciples in the Longevity Sect, there were only a few dozen core disciples.

Ethan Clark was clearly only at the fourth level of the Vein Opening Realm, yet he could defeat Andrew Brooks at the sixth level of the True Qi Realm, crossing over a dozen minor realms. Such talent could no longer be described as strong—it was monstrous.

And the former Ethan Clark had been a useless first-level Vein Opening Realm disciple, but now he had made a stunning rise, making people suspicious.

So Chad Wright assumed Ethan Clark must have obtained some supreme treasure to undergo such a shocking transformation.

"As long as I kill him, that treasure will be mine. By then, surpassing Sophia Harris and competing with the geniuses of the Great Wilderness Ancient Kingdom will be within reach. I must have it!"

A trace of hidden killing intent and greed flashed in Chad Wright's eyes as he looked at Ethan Clark.

"You want me to kneel?"

Ethan Clark's eyes narrowed slightly.

"That's right! If you kneel and confess, I'll only cripple your cultivation and spare your life!"

Chad Wright said arrogantly, but inside he was hoping Ethan Clark would resist, so he would have a reason to kill him.

"Hahahaha..."

Ethan Clark suddenly burst out laughing, a mighty aura spreading from his body. After a moment, his laughter stopped, and his gaze, sharp as a blade, fell on Chad Wright.

"In this world, who dares make me kneel and bow? Not even the heavens have that right. What are you, that you think you can make me kneel and confess?"

Ethan Clark's voice was thunderous, his face full of wild and unrestrained arrogance.

"Good, very good!"

Chad Wright laughed in fury and said, "You injured your fellow disciples and defied the sect's rules. A lawless beast like you is bound to become a great threat to the sect. Today, as a core disciple of the Law Enforcement Hall, I sentence you to death. Do you accept?"

Though Chad Wright was angry, his resolve to kill Ethan Clark only grew stronger.

"Senior Brother Wright, kill him!"

"Senior Brother Wright, this little beast must have cultivated some demonic art. He might even be a spy from another sect. Kill him!"

Andrew Brooks and Brian Clark and the others all looked at Ethan Clark with faces full of venom as they spoke.