Creating his own Faction

 wave of relief washed over Bai Yu as he reached his designated mountain peak. Unlike the cramped living quarters he'd known in the Southern Continent, here, a sprawling mountain awaited him. Servants bowed respectfully, their faces etched with awe at the arrival of their new master. This wasn't just any living space – it was a privilege reserved for Core Disciples, a majestic peak that could easily house a thousand people with room to spare. At its summit stood a magnificent house, nestled amidst a flourishing garden bursting with rare herbs and treasures. The very air vibrated with an abundance of spiritual energy, a cultivator's paradise.

Taking a seat in the serene garden, Bai Yu let the information he'd gleaned sink in. Core Disciples, he learned, had the privilege of establishing their own factions. A wry smile touched his lips as he recalled the Azure Sword Sect, where such an honor had remained tantalizingly out of reach before his expulsion. Here, at the Sword Emperor Gate, the future stretched before him, brimming with possibilities. "A faction, huh?" he mused, a glint of determination in his eyes. 

Bai Yu wasted no time in heading towards the administrative hall. Here, the process of establishing his own faction within the Sword Emperor Gate was refreshingly simple for Core Disciples. With a flourish, he christened it the "Sacred Sword Alliance," a name that resonated with his own domain and fighting style.

The following three days were a blur of focused training. Bai Yu pushed himself to his limits, his sword a blur in the air. The potent spiritual energy of his mountain peak invigorated his every movement, allowing him to refine his techniques with an intensity he'd never known before. He practiced tirelessly, his form becoming a whirlwind of deadly grace, leaving trails of afterimages in his wake.

On the fifth day, a breathless servant burst into his training grounds. "Master!" he panted, "The Outer and Inner Disciple Competitions begin in a few hours!"

A genuine smile spread across Bai Yu's face. "Excellent," he boomed. "Let's go then."

These competitions were a goldmine for Core Disciples like him. Here, amidst the clash of blades and displays of raw talent, lay the perfect opportunity to identify promising individuals for the Sacred Sword Alliance. Recruiting skilled disciples would bolster his fledgling faction, solidifying its position within the Sword Emperor Gate.