If Mu Yanxi were just a stranger, Ruo Xuan might have accepted it for the sake of cultivation. After all, they could have just treated it as a partnership. However, Mu Yanxi was an acquaintance.
The thought of jumping straight into double cultivation with a fellow disciple from the Chu Sect — especially one she was not particularly close with — was simply too shameful for Ruo Xuan.
If it were just a familiar female disciple, she might have been able to force herself. However, Ruo Xuan knew full well that Mu Yanxi used to be a boy.
In fact, most of her impressions of her were as a male. It had not even been 1 hour since she had met Mu Yanxi in her female form.
To develop a double cultivation relationship directly with a male peer she had no prior romantic feelings for was something Ruo Xuan, a well-bred young lady, could not bring herself to do. It was unacceptable.
Mu Yanxi understood her perspective. If she were in Ruo Xuan’s shoes, she would also feel ashamed to double cultivate with an acquaintance who knew her former self.
It would be better to just partner up with a stranger.
The Assembly Hall was now buzzing with discussion. Most of the new female disciples joining the Spiritual Moon Sect were flushing.
Being suddenly asked to choose another girl as a double cultivation partner was too direct and unexpected for them to accept immediately.
In contrast, the female disciples who had been promoted directly from Lingyue Chuzong were much more accepting.
They had long understood that this would be a part of the process and immediately began searching for suitable double cultivation partners.
Some girls who had been double cultivation partners back in Lingyue Chuzong even paired up again immediately.
For instance, the two sitting behind Mu Yanxi said, “Xiao Tian, continue being my partner. As I thought, you are the one who understands my body best.”
“Alright, Xia’er. Let’s stay together and double cultivate for a lifetime.”
Hearing the conversation between these girls made Mu Yanxi break into a cold sweat. ‘They do remember that double cultivation is just a process and a means for immortal cultivation, right?’
Then again, if Ruo Xuan could not be her double cultivation partner, Mu Yanxi really could not think of anyone else to team up with.
At that moment, Headmaster Mo continued, “There is no need for you new disciples to rush. Take your time to discuss it. Aside from the elite class, all double cultivation partners will be assigned to the same class and, of course, the same dormitory.”
“Furthermore, double cultivation partners are not locked for life; they are merely partners. If you find it unsuitable later, you can change.”
“Any two women who have practiced the Fake Phoenix Art can double cultivate. In the future, you may double cultivate with your peers, senior sisters, or even teachers.”
“Even if you cannot choose a double cultivation partner on your own, it does not matter. The sect will automatically pair you with the most suitable double cultivation partner based on your cultivation method, constitution, and other factors. None of you need to be anxious.”
After Headmaster Mo finished speaking, the Assembly Hall indeed quieted down significantly. The anxiety the disciples felt upon hearing about choosing a partner for double cultivation lessened a great deal.”
“Mu Yanxi also breathed a sigh of relief. She decided to wait for the sect to pair her up; leaving it to fate was not a bad idea either.
However, Headmaster Mo was not finished. She smiled and added, “Before that, there is one more ceremony.”
“The top ten disciples of each term may freely choose their own double cultivation partner, and the other party cannot refuse. Now, I invite the top ten disciples to come on stage and make their choice!”
“Huh?” Mu Yanxi was stunned. There was actually such a ceremony? It was likely a reward for the top ten disciples, but it should not have anything to do with her.
She had no friends or family here and knew no one. No one would pick her.
However, just as Mu Yanxi prepared to watch the show, she saw Shangguan Yun step onto the stage first. She looked toward her and said, “I choose her, Mu Yanxi, as my double cultivation partner.”