The Acceptance Ceremony

The days passed swiftly as Jiang Daoming found temporary lodging in a bustling inn within the Celestial Peak City. The city was teeming with aspiring cultivators, each driven by their own desires and dreams of entering the sacred land. The air crackled with anticipation, as the acceptance ceremony was just a few days away.

Jiang Daoming spent his time preparing diligently, refining his techniques and honing his skills. He knew that the competition would be fierce, with cultivators from all walks of life vying for a coveted position within the Celestial Sword Sect. The challenge of rising above the rest and catching the attention of the sect's higher-ups weighed heavily on his mind.

Amidst his preparations, a message from the system interrupted his training.

[Mission Prompt: Congratulations, Host Jiang Daoming. You have been assigned a special mission during the acceptance ceremony. Your task is to secure a position as an inner disciple within any of the four sacred lands. Successfully accomplishing this mission will reward you with a Soul Essence Pill, capable of healing your yellow level spiritual roots to earth level.]

Ding! Jiang Daoming's heart skipped a beat as he received the mission notification. The prospect of obtaining the Soul Essence Pill filled him with renewed determination. It was a rare opportunity that could significantly enhance his cultivation journey.

The day of the acceptance ceremony arrived, and the Celestial Peak City buzzed with excitement. Jiang Daoming joined the crowd of hopeful cultivators, standing amidst casual cultivators, mortals, members of prestigious families, and even the prince and princess of nearby kingdoms. An air of anticipation hung heavy in the atmosphere as they waited to embark on their journey to the Celestial Spire Range.

The crowd began to move, following the designated path towards the majestic mountains of the Celestial Spire Range. The mountaintops disappeared into the clouds, a testament to the hidden power and mysteries that awaited them. Jiang Daoming walked alongside his newfound friend, Li Xia, their conversation punctuated by occasional gasps of awe at the awe-inspiring scenery.

As they walked, Jiang Daoming overheard snippets of conversation from other hopeful cultivators. Rumors circulated, and one particular piece of information caught his attention. The Celestial Sword Sect, it was said, was the most powerful among the four sacred lands. Whispers abounded that their founder or ancestor might have reached the mythical half-Conferred King Realm, or perhaps had already surpassed it. It was an astonishing revelation, hinting at even higher realms beyond the Divine Transformation Realm.

The names of the three realms that Jiang Daoming had heard before echoed in his mind: Dharma Phase Realm, Shattering Void Realm, and Conferred King Realm. The realization that there were more realms to aspire to beyond the Divine Transformation Realm ignited a fire within him. He yearned to uncover the truth and push his own limits, eager to embark on a journey of unimaginable power and cultivation.

Lost in thought, Jiang Daoming continued his ascent towards the Celestial Spire Range, his heart filled with determination. The trials and tribulations that awaited him were just the beginning of a grand adventure. He was prepared to face any challenge that came his way, ready to prove his worth and strive for greatness within the Celestial Sword Sect.

As the journey continued, the mountaintops loomed closer, and the crowd's anticipation grew. The trials in the Celestial Spire Range would be a test of strength, resilience, and unwavering determination. Jiang Daoming steeled himself, his eyes set on the path ahead. He was determined to surpass his limits, enter the sacred land, and unravel the mysteries that lay beyond.

With each step, his resolve strengthened. The acceptance ceremony was just the beginning of his extraordinary cultivation journey, one that would lead him to realms beyond imagination, realms that surpassed the Divine Transformation Realm. The Celestial Sword Sect would be his first spring board, propelling him toward greatness in this world of immortal cultivation.