Talented Martial Hero novel Chapter 126

"Don't you mention anything regarding the groom-recruiting competition of the Holy Maiden again, you hear me? You're talented, but still far too young. At present, you're an ant compared to the genius young men of the Ancient Families," Colin said, trying to dissuade Darren. "But don't worry, if you practice for a few more years until you reach the age of twenty, you'll be the strongest cultivator among your peers," he added.

Darren did not want to hear any more explanations from Colin. He was definitely interested in hearing more about the Ancient Families, on the other hand.

"Sir, may I ask a question? There must be countless heroes and gifted cultivators in the Holy Land, so why haven't any of them defeated the Ancient Families? How strong are the Ancient Families exactly?" Darren inquisitively asked, bowing with his hands arched to show respect.

What Darren had just asked Colin was something that most of the disciples present wanted to know.

Colin pondered for a moment then sat down as he started, "The history of the Ancient Families goes back to the ancient times. They have an unusual blood lineage that can enhance their fighting power to its full potential. But of course, there are two sides to every coin. Because of the unusual bloodline, their progress in the cultivation realm is much slower than that of other gifted disciples in the Holy Land.

Luckily, there is always an exception to everything. In recent years, the three Ancient Families have nurtured quite a number of geniuses. So, not only do those geniuses have the unusual bloodline that enhances their powers, but they can also improve their cultivation realms quickly. The speed of their realm promotion is almost equal to that of the geniuses in the Holy Land. As far as I know, they have several young men under the age of twenty who have already reached the seventh stage of the Mysterious Realm, which is exceptional, given the adverse effects that come with their bloodline. What's even more exceptional, is that it is said that there are also several young men just a little over the age of twenty who have reached the Wonder Realm. They're geniuses," he concluded.

"They reached the seventh stage of the Mysterious Realm before the age of twenty? Do you know how strong they are in actual combat, though?" Darren continued his questions in curiosity.

Colin chuckled, "Well, with the advantage of their unique bloodline, they will be invincible against warriors at the realms below the Wonder Realm. And Darren, I know what you're thinking, but with your current strength, you won't be able to win in the Holy Maiden's groom-recruiting competition," But there's no need to lose heart! You will be strong enough to compete with them. All you need is time, understand?" he cheerfully reassured Darren.

Darren was saddened by the information he just heard. However, he was not one to give up that easily. He still had some confidence in himself.

"May I ask you another question, sir? Is there anyone from the Ancient Families at the Mysterious Realm who can defeat a Wonder Realm master?" 'Since their blood lineage is so strong, when they reach the peak of the Mysterious Realm, they can fight even against the Wonder Realm masters…' he thought, mind already beginning to come up with some sort of plan.

Colin chuckled amusedly at Darren's question. "You should be clear that only a cultivator who masters the hidden skills can challenge the opponents who are in a higher cultivation stage than him. It's simply impossible for anyone to win such challenges. Even if they have the strongest blood lineage, they can't cross the realm limit to defeat a Wonder Realm master. So, to answer your question: no, there isn't anyone from the Ancient Families who'd be able to do that," Colin replied, shaking his head.

Hearing this, Darren was relieved.

Back when he still had not broken through to his current cultivation realm, with his sword intent increased two thousand times, he had fought a Wonder Realm cultivator who didn't use the Omnipotent Talent Skill, and he was able to kill him with his sword intent increased four thousand times. Now that he had reached the Mysterious Realm, the power of his sword intent and other abilities had been improved tenfold. If his cultivation were to upgrade by several more stages, his strength would be greatly enhanced. By then, he wouldn't need to be afraid of the Ancient Families' invincibility.

'I have to practice harder to accelerate my cultivation so that I can win the competition, ' Darren thought secretly, his mind already made up.

"Now, Darren, you have become a supreme disciple. Come with me to see the Holy Lord right away," Colin ordered as he got ready to leave.

"Wait just a minute, sir," Darren hastily replied. He wore a determined look on his face. "I think I should be made an outer disciple. I must attend the groom-recruiting competition of the Holy Maiden," he continued.

Colin's face scrunched up in frustration, "You! Why are you so stubborn? To be honest, this recruitment is related to the reputation of the Holy Land. Our outer disciple defeating a disciple of the Ancient Families? I want to be able to witness that – more than anyone else. But it's just impossible. I've already told you so much, but looks like my words are all in vain, huh?

Besides, how could you be so unfaithful at a young age? Haven't you thought about how Elsa would feel about this? I hate unfaithful people and if you insist on being stubborn, the Holy Land will not recruit a supreme disciple of poor moral character like you!" Colin angrily spluttered, disappointment evident on his face.

But then, unexpectedly, before Darren had the chance to speak up, Elsa stepped forward and respectfully spoke, "Sir, I sincerely support Darren's participation in the recruitment competition."

"What?

What did you say?" Collin cried out in surprise. 'Just what kind of enticement did Darren use to lure Elsa to make her support her own boyfriend to compete in another girl's groom recruitment?' thought one of the men.

'I'm so jealous. I would probably die if I meet such a beautiful and magnanimous girl, ' mused another.

Everyone was too stunned to talk after hearing Elsa's words. They then cast an envious look in Darren's direction.

Much like everyone else there, Colin was at a loss for words.