After all, the three major families also understand that resources are limited and it is impossible to distribute these limited resources among every member of the inner clan.
Success can only be achieved by concentrating a large amount of resources and investing them in key members of the clan.
There are also some considerations in the selection of clan members, with each of the three surnames having a slightly different emphasis on acquiring talent.
As the largest surname in the clan, the Su surname naturally has the highest requirements. It not only requires outstanding talent and potential, but also values experience, skills, and physical fitness. It is considered the most demanding and comprehensive among the three major surnames.
After all, the title of the most prominent clan is well-deserved; joining it naturally means abundant resources and unlimited potential.
Those with the surname Li tend to prioritize cultivation strength and, all other things being equal, will prioritize choosing those with higher cultivation levels.
It also places greater emphasis on the cultivator's willpower. Even if you are physically weak, if you have a strong will that others can see, you will naturally be given priority in the selection process.
For cultivators, the surname Dongfang generally doesn't have any special preference or requirement.
After all, they were all leftovers from the top two surnames, so as long as both parties reached an agreement, they were accepted without hesitation. This is one of the reasons why the Dongfang family is so prosperous.
The night was cool and still. Li Sisui had been cultivating all night, looking at the thin layer of light on his left foot and right fist, which seemed like a dream.
He tried to punch a nearby tree, and with one punch, he left a shallow, bowl-sized dent in the trunk. The thin layer of gauze had such power, which made Li Sisui exclaim in surprise.
The veil of light covering his feet was also incredibly magical; Li Sisui felt it was beyond his understanding of physics.
Under the veil of light, a light push from the left foot can propel one far away. Upon landing, the left foot provides a cushioning motion, as if falling into the clouds, a light and airy feeling, with no sense of the weight of the body falling.
He kicked the tree trunk again, with more force than when he punched it. It seems that the power of the light veil is proportional to the force applied.
In the middle of the night, Li Sisui was punching and kicking in the back mountain, having a great time by himself, as if he were playing with a favorite toy, and was overjoyed.
Su Qingyu, who had appeared out of nowhere, couldn't help but burst out laughing, which pulled Li Sisui, who was rubbing his hands together in anticipation, back to reality. He scratched his head sheepishly and said:
"I didn't even notice when you arrived."
"I've already seen you do a whole set of radio calisthenics!"
Su Qingyu looked at Li Sisui with a teasing expression.
"Wow, you've even learned radio calisthenics. How about we try out military boxing?"
Li Sisui said in a very serious tone.
What are the moves in military boxing?
"It's similar to radio calisthenics, I guess."
Su Qingyu was taken aback, but then, looking at Li Sisui's smiling eyes, she finally understood that Li Sisui was joking with her, and she laughed along.
However, his hands moved swiftly. A flash of light streaked past, and Li Sisui was pulled upside down by the ankle by the light whip and hung from the tree.
Li Sisui could no longer laugh; in front of Su Qingyu, he truly had no temper whatsoever.
Unable to fight back or escape, they resort to verbal attacks to find some psychological balance, but often end up getting humiliated again.
As the sky gradually brightened, Su Qingyu told Li Sisui that tomorrow was the preliminary test of the outer sect trial, and hoped that Li Sisui would prepare well and give it a try.
Li Sisui's words implied that he didn't know what the requirements would be if he wanted to join the Su family.
Su Qingyu looked at Li Sisui with an incredulous expression, as if to say, "You'd better not dream about joining."
However, Li Sisui was later told that the Su family only admits one person each year. If he wanted to join the Su family, he had to be number one. Otherwise, he shouldn't even dream about it.
Although Li Sisui was mentally prepared, he was still taken aback. He did not expect that joining the Su family would be so difficult. It was unknown whether he could pass the preliminary test. The title of first place was still a long way away.
It seems I should just focus on cultivating properly. Entering the Su family is nothing short of a pipe dream for me; I should just focus on developing life-saving skills.
As Su Qingyu was leaving, she looked at the somewhat dejected Li Sisui and comforted him:
"You don't have to be number one. As long as you're good enough, you'll have a chance. Don't be discouraged. Remember to observe and learn during the trials, and be flexible. We're waiting for your good news!"
After saying that, she turned and left, leaving Li Sisui standing there, digesting Su Qingyu's words.
Being good enough and being number one seems pretty close, so it's best not to have any expectations. With my qualifications, joining the inner sect is probably the limit, and there's not much point in being flexible and adaptable.
Li Sisui was thinking about Su Qingyu's words and didn't take them to heart at all. He only thought that Su Qingyu's words were comforting and didn't think about them carefully. Not long after Su Qingyu left, Li Sisui also returned to his residence.
The Outer Trial is the second most important event for the Tu people after the year-end ancestral worship ceremony. It involves a large number of participants and lasts for a long time.
Compared to the dull and monotonous daily life on the mountain, it was more like a grand gathering, attracting everyone to join in the fun, regardless of whether they were participating in the trial.
However, for some clansmen who wanted to stand out, it was also a rare opportunity.
Not only will they have the opportunity to perform in front of many clansmen, but if they can gain the favor of the three major clans, they will naturally rise to prominence.
Therefore, the outer sect trial, on the surface, is a selection of cultivation talents, but in reality, it is one of the few channels for advancement for young people in the clan. Clan members with even a little strength all try their best to squeeze in, and the competition is much fiercer than imagined.
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