Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao exchanged a glance, both seeing the pleasant surprise in each other's eyes. They had just been wondering when they could join a main peak.

And now, an invitation from Yin Yang Peak had arrived!

Before the two could react.

Several more voices rang out in quick succession.

"Xuan Pin Peak Talent Scout has arrived."

"Delivering an invitation letter to enter the peak."

"Qi Hua Peak Talent Scout has arrived."

"Delivering an invitation letter to enter the peak."

"Ling Yue Peak Talent Scout has arrived."

"Delivering an invitation letter to enter the peak."

"Chang Ming Peak Talent Scout has arrived."

"Delivering an invitation letter to enter the peak."

A full five voices echoed through the air. Disciples from all five main peaks of the Yin Yang Divine Sect had arrived at the new disciples' residence at the exact same time, simultaneously issuing invitations to Ning Fan.

Ning Fan hurried out of his cave dwelling. Five Talent Scouts were currently standing in the plaza outside the residence. Many other new disciples were also poking their heads out of their caves.

They were all watching this rare spectacle.

It was not uncommon for Talent Scouts to recruit disciples early, but for all five peaks to recruit simultaneously-this was a first in nearly a hundred years.

Even Spirit Void Fairy had not received such a grand reception. She had been directly designated as the Sect Leader's personal disciple, meaning she did not belong to any main peak.

"Ning Fan, Yun Qingyao, where are you?"

The leading Talent Scout called out in a clear voice.

"Here."

Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao quickly stepped forward.

"So you are Ning Fan?"

The Talent Scout looked Ning Fan up and down. A hint of scrutiny and frivolity flickered in his eyes. For some reason, this gaze made Ning Fan deeply uncomfortable.

"That is correct. Greetings, Senior Brother Talent Scout."

Ning Fan cupped his hands in a respectful salute.

The sect had its rules, and the main peaks had theirs. The Talent Scouts of the main peaks were all disciples of their respective peaks, so addressing him as 'Senior Brother' was perfectly appropriate.

"Hmm. For a new disciple to break through to the Profound Extreme Realm, you do have the qualifications to become a disciple of my Yin Yang Peak."

"This is the invitation letter."

"In three days, you may bring this letter to report to Yin Yang Peak."

The Talent Scout said.

It was just as he thought.

This Talent Scout with the arrogant attitude belonged to the first main peak of the Yin Yang Divine Sect-Yin Yang Peak. Compared to him, the Talent Scouts from the other main peaks had much more amiable attitudes.

Only after the Yin Yang Peak Talent Scout spoke did the others hand their invitation letters to Ning Fan, offering their own instructions.

In three days, he could use these invitations to become a disciple of their respective peaks.

"How nice, being able to freely choose a main peak."

"I'm so jealous!"

"I can't even imagine it. The Profound Extreme Realm? I'm only at the fourth layer of the Yellow Extreme Realm! Is his cultivation speed even human!?"

One new disciple after another voiced their envy.

But upon considering Ning Fan's heaven-defying talent, they quickly made peace with it. With such aptitude, receiving this kind of treatment was perfectly normal.

"Heh."

"None of you have a chance. As long as my Yin Yang Peak makes a move, any martial artist with a functioning brain will choose us."

The Yin Yang Peak Talent Scout cast a mocking glance at the other scouts, his gaze lingering particularly on the Chang Ming Peak Talent Scout.

Chang Ming Peak.

The weakest of the five main peaks. After being subjected to this sarcastic jab, the Chang Ming Peak Talent Scout's face turned incredibly ugly.

Yet, he said nothing.

The Yin Yang Peak Talent Scout was right. Anyone in their right mind would choose the first peak of the Yin Yang Divine Sect-Yin Yang Peak.

"Junior Brother Ning, Junior Sister Yun."

"I will be waiting for you at Yin Yang Peak."

A smirk played on the Talent Scout's lips as he looked at Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao. His gaze was thoroughly lecherous as it swept over Yun Qingyao, and he even licked the corner of his mouth before turning away.

Ning Fan immediately frowned.

But seeing that the Talent Scouts had already turned to leave, he held his tongue.

Yin Yang Peak...

This first peak of the Yin Yang Divine Sect had left Ning Fan with a rather poor initial impression. However, even if the first impression was bad, in the face of absolute resources and benefits...

Ning Fan still wouldn't outright refuse Yin Yang Peak.

"Junior Brother Ning."

Suddenly, a familiar voice rang out. Ning Fan looked over at the figures walking toward him. It was Shao Hong and Bai Ran, whom he had parted ways with not long ago.

"Senior Brother Shao, Senior Sister Bai."

Ning Fan greeted them. "Perfect timing. I have some matters I would like to ask you both about. I hope you won't hesitate to enlighten me."

"There's no need to be so polite. If Junior Brother Ning has questions, we will certainly tell you everything we know without reservation," Shao Hong replied.

"Please, come inside my cave dwelling for a chat."

Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao ushered Shao Hong and Bai Ran inside. After closing the heavy stone door, Ning Fan asked the question he was most concerned about.

"Senior Brother Shao, Senior Sister Bai."

"Do you have any understanding of the sect's five main peaks?"

"Of course."

Shao Hong answered decisively.

Aside from the newest recruits, all other disciples had a thorough understanding of the various main peaks. After all, choosing a main peak was equivalent to a second reincarnation.

When actively choosing one's 'reincarnation,' it was impossible not to research the 'family' first.

"Yin Yang Peak, Xuan Pin Peak, Qi Hua Peak, Ling Yue Peak, and Chang Ming Peak. They are ranked from strongest to weakest, and each main peak has its own distinct characteristics."

"The main difference is..."

"Is it cultivation resources?" Ning Fan interjected.

In Ning Fan's mind, the biggest difference between the peaks had to be the sheer amount of resources one could obtain. Aside from that, the peaks should be largely the same.

"No, it is the dual cultivation rules."

Shao Hong shook his head.

"Huh?"

"Dual cultivation... rules?!"

Ning Fan was stunned.

Why couldn't he understand the words coming out of Shao Hong's mouth?

What exactly were dual cultivation rules?

"Junior Brother Ning, do you know the dual cultivation rules of Yin Yang Peak?" Bai Ran asked with a beaming smile.

"I do not."

Ning Fan shook his head.

"The dual cultivation rule of Yin Yang Peak is that there are no rules. Any Yin Yang Peak disciple can dual cultivate with any other Yin Yang Peak disciple."

"Furthermore, a Yin Yang Peak disciple cannot refuse a dual cultivation invitation."

"Because of this, there are countless small huts scattered all over Yin Yang Peak-by the training grounds, along the roadsides, everywhere. Once an invitation is issued, they simply step into a hut and get right to business."

Bai Ran explained.

Ning Fan's eyes widened in horror.

This, this, this...

For a moment, Ning Fan couldn't find the words to describe his utter shock. This Yin Yang Peak was practically a mountain of pure debauchery!

What the hell.

Everyone could just mess around, and no one was allowed to refuse!

"This is exactly why Yin Yang Peak became the first peak. Unrestrained dual cultivation leads to unrestrained improvements in strength, allowing them to far surpass the other main peaks," Shao Hong stated.

Ning Fan stood completely frozen. He subconsciously turned to look at Yun Qingyao beside him.

Yun Qingyao was staring back at him, her face filled with sheer panic and worry.

Clearly, Yun Qingyao could not accept the 'rules' of Yin Yang Peak.

Ning Fan couldn't accept them either.

"No."

"Yin Yang Peak cannot be chosen. No matter how many benefits joining them might bring, I absolutely cannot accept this unrestrained dual cultivation."

For some reason, Ning Fan suddenly recalled the look the Yin Yang Peak Talent Scout had given Yun Qingyao.

It was the look of a predator eyeing its prey.

Ning Fan could easily imagine that if he joined Yin Yang Peak, that Talent Scout would definitely make a move at the very first opportunity...

No.

Absolutely not.

"It's a good thing I asked Senior Brother Shao."

"If I had rashly joined Yin Yang Peak, I'm afraid I really wouldn't have been able to stomach it."

Ning Fan broke out in a cold sweat just thinking about it.

"If Yin Yang Peak is out, what about Xuan Pin Peak?"

If the first peak was a no-go, then the second peak was the next logical choice.

"Senior Brother Shao."

"Xuan Pin Peak shouldn't have a rule enforcing unrestrained dual cultivation, right?"

"They do not."

Shao Hong shook his head.

Ning Fan subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief. But before he could even finish exhaling, Shao Hong's expression suddenly turned incredibly subtle.

Seeing that strange look on Shao Hong's face, Ning Fan's heart skipped a beat.

"Senior Brother Shao."

"This Xuan Pin Peak... it doesn't have its own twisted 'rules', does it?"