Alex arrived at the center of the sect where the space stones floated above the metal dais that was the formation.
A group of disciples waited outside, waiting for their turn to enter.
"Are people in there right now?" Alex asked the elders guarding the formation.
The group of people turned toward him for a moment before noticing the Grand Elder that followed him. They quickly bowed in greeting before one finally answered Alex.
"Yes, there are some disciples. They will be coming out in a few minutes."
Alex turned toward the group that was waiting for their turn. He counted their heads and realized there were 12 of them. Since there were 3 spaces dedicated to the disciples and outer elders, he would have to persuade 4 of them.
"I'm willing to pay some spirit stones to 4 of you who are willing to forgo your turn at cultivating inside. With the spirit stones, you can cultivate on your own or keep it for later," Alex explained.
