"Exactly, what kind of person is the Swallowing Heaven Supreme Patriarch? The number one in the world ten thousand years ago—how could he possibly take a liking to Ethan Clark, that good-for-nothing?"

"I think maybe Ethan Clark is just a spy from another sect, and he only cultivated a thunder-attribute technique!"

"Cultivated a thunder-attribute technique? What kind of technique could injure a Law Enforcement Elder at the Tiger-Dragon Realm while only at the fourth level of the Open Vein Realm? Maybe Ethan Clark really did gain the recognition of the Swallowing Heaven Supreme!"

The many disciples all discussed animatedly, but most of their eyes were filled with disbelief.

After all, to be recognized by the Swallowing Heaven Supreme was just too incredible.

The Swallowing Heaven Supreme and the Longevity Supreme were, to all disciples of the Longevity Sect, almost mythical figures, worshipped by countless disciples and regarded as their goal.

"The Sect Master is right! Ten thousand years ago, the Swallowing Heaven Supreme Patriarch did indeed cultivate the Divine Power of the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder!"

At this moment, an elderly man with white hair and beard, dressed in a Daoist robe, walked over from afar, a faint smile on his face.

"The Grand Elder! It's Grand Elder, I've heard Grand Elder has lived for several centuries—he must know!"

Someone exclaimed, looking at Grand Elder approaching from a distance, showing a look of respect.

"This is the Longevity Chronicle left behind by a senior several thousand years ago. It records in detail the grand scene of the Longevity Sect ten thousand years ago!"

Grand Elder took out a yellowed leather-bound book and said slowly, "Ten thousand years ago, the Swallowing Heaven Supreme was the number one in the world, the leader of the Ten Titled Supremes. The Purple Heaven Divine Thunder he cultivated was unmatched and swept across the world. In his statue, there are the laws of the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder. A thousand years ago, when the Boundless Sect invaded the Longevity Sect, the Patriarch's statue displayed divine might, the Purple Heaven Divine Thunder descended upon Longevity Mountain, and killed three Grandmaster-level experts of the Boundless Sect in succession..."

"Moreover, ten thousand years ago, the real name of the Swallowing Heaven Supreme was Ethan Clark!"

Grand Elder's gaze fell on Ethan Clark, deep and ancient, incomparably bright and wise, making Ethan Clark's heart stir slightly. This old man's cultivation was clearly not as simple as it appeared.

"Is there really a Purple Heaven Divine Thunder? Ethan Clark, Ethan Clark, he actually has the same name as the Swallowing Heaven Supreme—could this... really be a coincidence?"

Although the many disciples were still shocked, they had already started to believe.

"Ethan Clark is exceptionally talented and has gained the recognition of the Swallowing Heaven Supreme Patriarch, so I have decided that from this day forth, Ethan Clark will be promoted to Holy Son of our Longevity Sect!"

William Harris said calmly, his voice echoing atop Longevity Mountain.

With the identity of the Holy Son revealed, this time it completely set off an uproar in the Longevity Sect.

"Surpassing the true disciples? The Sect Master's successor? A position above the Elders? This... is simply absurd! I don't agree, I don't agree!"

Matthew Wright was so angry that he was trembling all over, and jumped out to object.

"Holy Son? What virtue or ability does Ethan Clark have? Sect Master, you can't be so biased toward Ethan Clark. This is a decision that concerns the future of our Longevity Sect—you can't be so reckless!"

Other disciples also stood up, pleading.

"Sect Master, Ethan Clark is rebellious and must be a spy from another sect! Sect Master, you must see clearly, you can't be so absurd. He is not worthy of the position of Holy Son!"

"We beg the Sect Master to execute Ethan Clark!"

As soon as they heard William Harris's decision, Andrew Brooks and Chad Wright also started shouting loudly.

"Not worthy? Are you all looking for death?"

Ethan Clark sneered, glancing at Andrew Brooks and Chad Wright.

"Sect Master, I object!"

"I object as well!"

On the square, voices of opposition rose one after another. No one could accept that Ethan Clark, a complete good-for-nothing, would suddenly become the Holy Son of the Longevity Sect.

"The Holy Son has always been decided by the Sect Master. This matter is settled!" William Harris said with absolute firmness, determined to make Ethan Clark the Holy Son.

"Sect Master, it's true that the Holy Son is decided by you, but as long as the majority of the Elders object, we can also depose the Holy Son! This is too absurd, Sect Master, are you trying to ruin our Longevity Sect?"

Matthew Wright said, face red and neck bulging, not hesitating to contradict William Harris in order to oppose Ethan Clark becoming the Holy Son.

William Harris replied calmly, "Of the more than ten Elders, half have already agreed. If you don't believe me, you can ask Grand Elder!"

Chapter 0011: The Longevity Tower Trial

Matthew Wright's gaze turned to Grand Elder.

Grand Elder gave a wry smile and said, "Although the Sect Master's decision is a bit sudden and the other Elders were surprised, they have all decided to agree with the Sect Master's opinion!"

"I don't believe it, and I don't agree! Ethan Clark, that good-for-nothing, is not qualified to be the Holy Son!" Matthew Wright shouted.

What a joke—the position of Holy Son is even higher than that of Elder. Ethan Clark and Matthew Wright are already enemies. If Ethan Clark becomes the Holy Son, wouldn't that mean he'd be above him?

"Oh? Then what qualifications does Elder Wright think are necessary to become the Holy Son?" William Harris asked calmly, not the least bit angry.

"At the very least, he should have cultivation surpassing all true disciples, and he must have the respect and admiration of all disciples. If Ethan Clark, a good-for-nothing at the fourth level of the Open Vein Realm, becomes the Holy Son, our Longevity Sect will be the laughingstock of all other sects!" Matthew Wright insisted.

"In the end, strength is what matters most!"