The newly appointed Qingcheng sect master, known as Chen Kongzi.

This is an unfamiliar name; at least Li Yan and his group haven't heard it before, and it is not widely known in the Mystical Sect.

However, this is normal.

The Mystical Sect is full of hidden talents, with many experts residing in the mountains for years, rarely appearing in the pugilistic world, unknown to outsiders.

There are also those who, under aliases, roamed the world in their youth, gaining experience, integrating into society, and later resumed their Daoist titles to return to the mountains.

For Chen Kongzi to rise to power, there must have been many power struggles behind the scenes.

Of course, Li Yan is not clear about these matters.

The key point is, they have been in Shu for so long, and now they can finally ascend Qingcheng Mountain to handle some affairs ahead of time.

Such as his long-anticipated Magic Artifact treasure sword…

...

Snowflakes flew, and the mountains were draped in silver.

Travelers were scarce along the mountain paths; there were occasional traces of wheel marks, but they were covered by snow and no longer evident.

The surroundings were silent, only the snowflakes danced in the air.

Mist enveloped the mountains, snow hung on the branches.

The world was barren, serene yet desolate.

This is the Ancient Shu path leading from Chengdu to Guan River Mouth, its age cannot be traced, but it has never been interrupted throughout history.

If one wants to head to Qingcheng Mountain, the best choice is to follow the official road from Chengdu to Guan River Mouth, and then head southwest.

Alternatively, take the water route, from Yibin Meishan, detour from Min River to Jinma River, directly to Guan River Mouth.

To go from other places, one must trek over mountains and ridges, taking unnamed paths where beasts roam.

Even the mountain villagers wouldn't choose to do so.

This official road used to be bustling, but now it's the twelfth lunar month, and with the New Year approaching in half a month, travelers and merchants naturally become scarce.

People from Shu are resilient, but also enjoy their lives.

No matter how poor the dwelling, they won't compromise on food, slaughter pigs and sheep to prepare the best feast for the festival.

During leisure time, they drink tea, play leaf cards, only a fool would rush about at this time.

Moreover, the weather this year is somewhat unusual.

The snow came rather early some time ago.

And in recent days, the snow fell heavier, freezing the waterfalls in the mountains along the way, turning them into icy stalactites, as if entering the northern lands…

On the official road, Li Yan and his group were moving forward.

Dressed in cloaks, wearing bamboo hats, they stood out on the vast snowfield, with only one pack animal, a clumsy donkey loaded with luggage.

"This damned weather!"

Sha Lifei shook the snow off his hat, then took his wine gourd from his waist, gulped a few mouthfuls, wiped his mouth, and spoke: "Brother Yan, when we go up the mountain now, will we meet anyone?"

"There shouldn't be a problem."

Li Yan also took a sip of wine, looked at the snowy scenery of the mountains, and smiled: "The Old Lady Bai helped us inquire."

"Now Qingcheng Mountain has settled down and is preparing for next year's cellar opening meeting, when heroes from Divine State will gather, no faction would want to lose face in front of outsiders."

"After the New Year it will surely be bustling, we are going up the mountain early to handle things more easily."

The Old Lady Bai was originally Bai Huan from the Life Fate Association, whom they escorted to Chengdu along the way.

Sha Lifei pretended to ask casually: "Have they settled down?"

"It's alright."

Li Yan shook his head and said: "Women from the Life Fate Association, because their faces are ruined by practicing Gu Technique, don't wish to show themselves, now all have joined Shuiyue Temple, thus entering Qingcheng."

"The two girls Chao Yun and Xing Yu, are highly regarded and are being cultivated by Shuiyue Temple, thus Old Lady Bai and her group benefit too, no one dares to bother them…"

Speaking, he glanced at the absent-minded Sha Lifei, teased: "Old Sha wants to ask about others, right?"

Sha Lifei chuckled, "You know what's on my mind."

Li Yan shook his head: "Don't worry, Miss Long is already in retreat at Great Snow Mountain, Old Lady Bai said, with the qin bug, the chances are good."

"That's good…"

Sha Lifei muttered a sentence and wrapped his cloak tighter.

He has grown quite a bit during this time.

As a middle-aged man, he might be considered an old hand in the pugilistic world, but frankly, he was just a destitute fellow with nothing to lose, hence his courage.

But now, he has begun to possess many things.

The so-called fearless due to ignorance, when he began practicing himself, feeling the difficulty, he realized how talented Li Yan and his group were.

Where to go in the future?

How to establish himself, and not become a burden?

He's been pondering over this for some time.

He has become much steadier, considering things more thoroughly.

Thinking about this, Sha Lifei suddenly asked: "Brother Yan, are you going to Golden City?"

"You mean Qiankun Academy?"

Li Yan thought for a moment, "Recently, Yan Jiuling sent a letter saying he will take up a position at Qiankun Academy after the imperial exam this year."

"Qiankun Academy's official opening should be around April or May; if there's time, we can visit. After all, interactions in the future will be inevitable."

"This matter should not be taken lightly."

Sha Lifei said solemnly: "Throughout our journey, we've seen many changes in the Mystic Sect and the pugilistic world, all related to the reform of Human Dao."

"I can't understand what exactly this Human Dao reform is, but it definitely is associated with the court."

"If we connect with Qiankun Academy, we can at least understand what will happen, and avoid being exploited by others unknowingly."

"Indeed."

Li Yan contemplated for a moment, and nodded in agreement.

They are Wandering Immortal Team, traveling and cultivating, half in the pugilistic world, half in the Mystical Sect. Although acquainted with some court officials, they are determined not to step into the court's muddy waters.

However, he has felt the impact of the Human Dao reform.

Even the Daluo Law Realm will be affected.

In this era, there is no road back for anyone.

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