Xu Nian sat calmly at the bow of the Flying Boat, his expression tranquil.

Liu Ruyan controlled the Flying Boat, soaring directly toward the Celestial Splendor Sect.

"Our Celestial Splendor Sect is near the edge of the Endless Sea. With the speed of this Flying Boat, we should arrive in no more than half a day," Liu Ruyan also took the opportunity to tell them about the Celestial Splendor Sect.

However, Xu Nian was more concerned about the Endless Sea. Doesn't the coastline of our Great Qian Dynasty border the Endless Sea? The Sea Race is always a huge problem.

"Guys, guess where I am now?" Dung Beetle, wearing his Ring, cheerfully spoke to the Players left in the Sect. "I'm in the sky! We're sitting on a Flying Boat, and frankly, this Flying Boat is so much cooler than Flourishing Flowers' Flying Sword!"

Hearing this, Xu Nian's lips twitched. This guy really can't go a day without courting death, can he?

"Damn it, Dung Beetle, say that again! You think I won't use Sword Control to come find you?"

"It's just a Flying Boat! Later, we'll get the Great Inventor to refine one, and we can fly it around every day!"

"This guy's itching for a beating again. Does he really think Brother Xu can protect him forever?"

"Kid, if you don't seek death, you won't die. Enjoy prancing around for the next few days; you'll get what's coming to you when you get back."

Hearing the Players' words, Dung Beetle's heart lurched. I really shouldn't be too smug. After all, I have to go back eventually. What if they corner me and beat me up again? A wise man adapts to circumstances; it's best to be careful.

"Brothers and sisters, from now on, we are as close as blood siblings from different mothers! If there's anything you need, just ask. I, Dung Beetle, will gladly lay down my life for you!"

Dung Beetle's expression changed in an instant.

Even Xu Nian had to admire this. It's not easy to live like that.

Among these Players, the most unruly were Dung Beetle and the members of the Ao Xiang Squad. Even Xu Nian got headaches just thinking about them. It seemed Dung Beetle possessed some indescribable quality that always led him to inadvertently offend people. And he was invariably oblivious, recklessly dancing on the edge of life and death. People like that... even I have to respect them.

「The Celestial Splendor Sect.」

Within the entire Northern Wilderness Territory, it was one of the strongest Sect powers. Although not as formidable as those in the other four major territories, within the Northern Wilderness Territory itself, it was unquestionably an entity no one dared to challenge. Disciples from ordinary Clans would eagerly compete for a chance to become apprentices here, seeking the path of cultivation. Each year, the Celestial Splendor Sect recruited many disciples, but very few truly stood out. Liu Ruyan was one of these exceptions and was highly regarded by the Elders in the Sect.

At just over twenty years of age, she had already reached the Golden Core Realm. Across the entire Northern Wilderness Territory, individuals like her were few and far between. Moreover, on the Hidden Dragon List of the Northern Wilderness, Liu Ruyan held a position, her talent nearly rivaling that of the Young City Lord of Luminous Fire City.

Compared to the chaos of the Profound Yellow Sect, the Celestial Splendor Sect was much more orderly. Here, one could at least receive instruction in various cultivation methods, Alchemy, Artifact Refining, and more. This was unlike the Profound Yellow Sect, where Players had to figure everything out for themselves. Of course, the Players rather enjoyed this.

Kong Qingquan and Zhao Qixian had both recently broken through to the Golden Core Realm and had gained some renown within the Celestial Splendor Sect. This was especially true for Kong Qingquan, the scholar. He spent his days reading and was never seen cultivating, yet he had reached the Golden Core Realm simply through his studies. Zhao Qixian was even more formidable. After his breakthrough, his lifespan had extended by over a hundred years, and he had established himself in the Celestial Splendor Sect with his exceptional Swordsmanship. Both were progressing at an astonishing pace.

Atop a mountain peak, within a courtyard fragrant with flowers and echoing with birdsong, Kong Qingquan held a scroll and asked, "Brother Zhao, how many people do you think the Profound Yellow Sect will send this time?"

Beside him, Zhao Qixian wiped his Long Sword, pondering, "Given that kid Xu's lazy nature, he probably won't bring many people."

"We haven't seen him in ages, and now we've both broken through to the Golden Core Realm. He'll probably be quite surprised when he sees us," Kong Qingquan chuckled, unconcealed pride shining in his eyes.

After all, they all hailed from the Great Qian Dynasty. The two of them were truly exceptional. If Living Up to the Tathagata hadn't died back then, he would likely be a master at our level by now. They had been away from the Great Qian Dynasty for so long, and both of them missed it somewhat. But the path to immortality must be forged straight ahead. If we were to turn back to the Great Qian Dynasty, how could we even speak of seeking the Dao and cultivating immortality? Ridiculous!

"Don't underestimate that kid," Zhao Qixian mused. "There's something strange about him, and their entire Sect is strange. We can't judge them by ordinary standards!"

As soon as his voice fell, a bell toll resonated across the heavens and earth from amidst the mountain ranges shrouded in mist and Spiritual Qi.

DOOONG—

The sound was loud and resonant, then it shifted to a lower, more distant tone...

This bell toll attracted the attention of everyone in the Celestial Splendor Sect. Ordinarily, it would not sound unless something significant had occurred.

"They're here," Kong Qingquan said, slowly looking up with a smile. "Let's go and see. I hope Sect Leader Xu doesn't embarrass our Great Qian Dynasty."

"That kid..." Zhao Qixian also stood up, smiling.

With a light tap of their feet, the two soared towards the mountain where the Great Hall of the Celestial Splendor Sect was located. How could one ever fly so freely in the Great Qian Dynasty? Such fortuitous encounters with immortality are truly hard to come by.

Just as the two landed, they saw a massive Flying Boat descending. It carried hundreds of people, each looking arrogant and haughty.

"It's the people from Luminous Fire City. They actually brought so many."

"It seems Luminous Fire City is determined to secure a good ranking at this year's Northern Wilderness Conference."

"I heard that just a few days ago, the Young City Lord of Luminous Fire City was nearly slaughtered in the Demon Beast Forest. Even their Steward Zhang from Luminous Fire City died."

"I heard about that too. Apparently, it was a power called the Profound Yellow Sect. That Steward Zhang was a Cultivator at the Divinity Transformation Stage. He was kicked to death by a disciple of the Profound Yellow Sect!"

The Young City Lord, who had initially worn a smug expression, felt a flash of hatred in his eyes upon hearing the Celestial Splendor Sect disciples' discussion. Profound Yellow Sect! If it weren't for this Sect's sudden emergence, how could I, the majestic Young City Lord of Luminous Fire City, be reduced to such a laughingstock? My father is here this time too. Those people from the Profound Yellow Sect had better not show up, or they won't be leaving!

The City Lord of Luminous Fire City, Zhou Fengqi, maintained a calm expression as he stepped off the Flying Boat. He approached the Sect Leader and Elders of the Celestial Splendor Sect with a smile. They exchanged pleasantries like old friends who hadn't met in a long time. Each of them was a Cultivator at the Divinity Transformation Stage. They inquired about each other's status, partly out of courtesy and partly to remain wary. Currently, only those who broke through to the Void Refining Realm possessed the qualifications to truly lead others. Thus, their gathering was essentially an opportunity to inquire about each other's cultivation realms and whether their Power had increased in recent years.

Gradually, more factions arrived, some on Flying Boats, others on various Spiritual Artifacts. Standing in the crowd, Zhou Fengqi wasn't shy about praising his son's supposed excellence to anyone who would listen.

"City Lord Zhou, I hear your son had a bit of a mishap recently?" an Elder from the Mountain Sea Pavilion suddenly asked.

Zhou Fengqi calmly explained, "The people from the Profound Yellow Sect merely relied on having superior numbers."

This explanation was met with silent skepticism from many in the crowd, especially those who had actually led teams into the Demon Beast Forest at the time. Superior numbers? His son was the one ranting and raving. When someone dared to speak up, he immediately tried to kill them. In the end, even Steward Zhang, another Divinity Transformation Realm cultivator from Luminous Fire City, died. And he still claims it was their fault? Isn't it more likely his son is just an arrogant fool?

Many also pondered the Profound Yellow Sect. They certainly have some promising young talents. We wonder if they'll come this time. So many of us would like to meet their mysterious Sect Leader.

The Lin Family wasn't considered a particularly strong force in the Northern Wilderness Territory. Their family only had one old ancestor, Elder Lin, who was at the Divinity Transformation Realm. But this Elder Lin didn't even have the standing to speak freely in front of Zhou Fengqi and his cohort. The Lin Family members could only stand at the periphery, observing quietly.

Ever since Lin Chen had broken through to the Golden Core Realm while at the Profound Yellow Sect, the Lin Family had become extremely protective of him, fearing any mishap. This protectiveness, however, shattered Lin Chen's dream of continuing his cultivation at the Profound Yellow Sect. If I can't cultivate at the Profound Yellow Sect, how can I advance further? Elder, you're obstructing my cultivation path!

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