Chapter 865

"For the next month," Dexter announced, his tone firm, "you must either break through to the next minor realm or successfully defeat an established outer court disciple. You will be expelled from the sect if you fail to meet either of these requirements." The crowd froze. Moments ago, most of these disciples had been basking in the sense of achievement, finally making it into the Holy Spirits Sect after countless trials and tribulations. The promise of a bright future in one of the continent's most prestigious sects had filled them with excitement and hope. Dexter's sudden announcement struck like a bolt from the blue, shattering their confidence. Many stared blankly, their faces pale and their expressions riddled with disbelief. The price they had already paid to pass the initial tests was enormous. Some had used rare resources, while others had pushed their bodies to their limits to force a breakthrough in cultivation, barely scraping by to meet the entry requirements. For those