Chapter 55: No Hurry, Let the Fish Swim for a While!
Azure Prefecture, Southern Region.
Xuanqing Sect.
After reading the diary, Yan Changkong was emotionally agitated, leaving the surrounding elders bewildered.
Grand Elder Chen Xiu secretly thought, could it be that the sect master is also weak?
Now that they have finally found a way to treat it, should they also catch some Crimson Sun Deer?
Grand Elder Chen Xiu couldn’t help but ask, “Sect Master, now that the old ancestor’s diary has revealed the miraculous effects of the Crimson Sun Deer, should we send disciples to hunt and capture some?”
With the current strength of the Xuanqing Sect, capturing a few deer in this region would be quite easy.
However, Yan Changkong waved his hand dismissively and said calmly,
“This is something you can delegate to the lower ranks. There are more important matters at hand!”
This left the Grand Elder confused.
Could he have guessed wrong? Is the sect master not weak, but just unable to do it?
Indeed, after hundreds of years, Yan Changkong has never really sought out a dao companion!
Chen Xiu gave him a knowing look.
“Why are you looking at me like that?”
Yan Changkong’s face turned serious as he said, “I have an idea, perhaps we can give it a try.”
“Oh? Please go on, Sect Master!”
“Every time Patriarch Lin Feng’s diary is exposed, it attracts many cultivators to follow suit. Nowadays, visiting brothels is a common example!”
Yan Changkong paused, slightly frowning as if trying to find the right words to express himself.
A moment later, he continued, “I believe that after this diary is exposed, many dao companions will choose to explore the mountains and experience living in caves. It might even become a trend!”
The other elders seemed to grasp something, but not entirely.
They all looked at Yan Changkong, waiting for him to continue.
Not to mention!
In managing the sect, Yan Changkong was quite competent, ensuring its rapid development and seizing every opportunity.
“Exploring the mountains and living in caves is very dangerous, and most cultivators only have Qi Refinement or Foundation Establishment cultivation levels…”
Yan Changkong continued, “We should help these cultivators solve their safety issues.”
Chen Xiu frowned and asked, “How do we do that? We can’t assign someone to protect them closely. What’s the point of living in caves then…”
The other elders nodded in agreement.
Cultivators who come from far away to live in wild caves don’t want to be restricted, do they?
Assigning close protection would be difficult!
The elders had also experienced this; they understood the vigorous energy of young cultivators.
Yan Changkong cleared his throat, signaling for silence.
“Who said you should assign close protection?”
“The Moth Mountain controlled by the sect, due to its thin spiritual energy, has been abandoned there with little use!”
“I’ve seen it!”
“It has unique scenery, many peculiar rocks, and numerous caves! If we enclose it, drive away the demonic beasts, and develop the caves into guest houses, renting them to other dao companions…”
Yan Changkong rubbed his chin and continued, “Then charge a certain amount of spirit stones as protection fees and venue fees, wouldn’t that be reasonable?”
Everyone was stunned, dumbfounded for a while.
They hadn’t thought that caves could be enclosed and rented out, and spirit stones collected!
After all, where in the cultivation world is there no mountain range or cave?
But hearing Yan Changkong’s proposal, providing protection for weaker cultivators would allow others to enjoy themselves without worry.
No need to set up formations, no fear of being accidentally intruded upon by others or demonic beasts…
Enjoy the passionate moments between dao companions fully!
It truly is feasible!
Grand Elder Chen Xiu came back to his senses first, feeling ashamed.
The sect master always thinks about the sect, yet I thought he was incapable!
What a shame!
Chen Xiu added in his heart, he is indeed a talent, it’s a waste for him to stay in this small sect like the Xuanqing Sect.
“Sect Master, I think we should give it a try!”
Chen Xiu immediately expressed his support, and his stance was firm!
The other elders considered for a moment and also expressed their approval, fully supporting the sect master’s decision.
Young cultivators may not have many spirit stones.
But quantity makes up for it; a steady stream can bring significant gains to the sect.
Moreover, Moth Mountain was already abandoned there.
Even if it fails, they lose nothing but some time.
Yan Changkong nodded with relief but continued to instruct the Grand Elder,
“Also, we need to work on the Tranquilizing Spirit Pill. First, promote it widely, and emphasize writing about the old ancestor’s background!”
“Also!”
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In just a blink, two more days passed.
Central State, Eastern Profound Region.
In a grand, ancient, and majestic palace.
The leader of the Nine Absolutes Sect, Cao Jue, looked extremely terrifying with a furious expression.
The entire hall was shrouded in a solemn atmosphere.
Only because he sent people to ambush Du Jiuyou and others from the Liyue Celestial Dynasty were returned.
The outcome was truly unbearable to watch!
Du Jiuyou’s cultivation was completely destroyed, his tendons were cut, limbs chopped off, and his soul pierced by the Soul Suppressing Nail.
He was also refined into an ‘Immortal Staff’ and sent back by the Liyue Celestial Dynasty.
Announcing it to the world!
The face of the Nine Absolutes Sect was completely lost, becoming a laughingstock in the cultivation world.
“Sect Master, you must avenge me!”
Du Jiuyou cried out in despair, filled with infinite hopelessness.
He thought this time was a chance to achieve great deeds.
But unexpectedly, everything went well until he returned in such a state.
“Alas…”
Lei Jue, tall and imposing, sighed deeply, unwillingly glancing at Du Jiuyou.
He waved his hand and instructed, “Take Elder Du down, find a place with good scenery… and bury him!”
“Elder Du has made great contributions to the sect. He must be properly arranged, understand?”
The disciple’s expression turned grim, a hint of panic flashing in his eyes. After quickly nodding, he grabbed Du Jiuyou and walked out.
The hall became quiet again.
A moment later, an old man in black robes with a hooked nose spoke, “Sect Master, it seems the Liyue Celestial Dynasty has discovered our actions. They are preparing for a full-scale war!”
The hooked-nosed elder was the Grand Elder of the Nine Absolutes Sect, Chen Ying.
He was a late-stage Great Transcendence cultivator.
Hearing this, the other elders in the hall became stern.
A full-scale war with the Liyue Celestial Dynasty!
Everyone could imagine that even if they fought with all their might, it would still be an extremely brutal war.
After all, the Liyue Celestial Dynasty was one of the top forces in the current cultivation world.
Their strength and foundation were incredibly deep.
After a long pause, Lei Jue took a deep breath, his eyes filled with fierce light as he said coldly, “Then let’s go all out!”
“We have no choice but to win this battle!”
He paused and continued, “The Liyue Celestial Dynasty and the Jade Pool Sacred Land are like the left hand of the Eternal Emperor. If we cripple one arm, he will no longer pose a threat to us!”
Lei Jue fell silent for a moment, his expression changing before continuing,
“Prepare yourselves accordingly!”
“Follow the plan, the Jiang family and other ancient clans will intervene at any time. Even if we don’t sneak attack, if we fight head-on, can’t we defeat the Liyue Celestial Dynasty together?!”
Hearing this, the heavy expressions of the elders eased slightly.
Then, each elder nodded in approval. After seeing the fate of the An family, they had no choice but to move forward.
Having chosen to serve the Celestial Court and enjoy its power!
They must clear the obstacles for the Celestial Court and sweep away the disobedient trash.
After discussing with the elders, Lei Jue began to mobilize troops.
Meanwhile, on the other side,
The Liyue Celestial Dynasty and the Jade Pool Sacred Land were also taking action frequently.
The entire cultivation world in Central State knew that a storm was brewing, ready to erupt at any moment!
At this moment, in a teahouse in Central State,
Hu Hongyi, wearing a mask, watched Ye Xi, who was leisurely drinking tea, and couldn’t help asking,
“They are going to take action!”
She paused for a moment and said, “I can feel it. This time, it’s not just for show, but a full-scale assault. They probably intend to completely destroy the Liyue Celestial Dynasty!”
Ye Xi nodded, indicating he understood.
Hu Hongyi, less calm, couldn’t help asking, “Then what about us? Shouldn’t we do something?”
Ye Xi put down his teacup and smiled faintly, “No hurry, let the fish swim for a while.”
A moment later, he took out a small scroll and flipped through it.
In his heart, he thought: Yes, that’s what my master said!
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PS: In the next few chapters, the main character will reveal his true identity, introduce new characters and factions, which will be very interesting.
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