Chapter 7, The Experience Conference
Ninth level of transformation, barely passing the line, above average among contemporary disciples
This activity is open for registration to all formal disciples within the sect, and there are as many as twelve destinations to choose from, catering to disciples at different stages of cultivation
"Adventurers heading to Lingyun Island in the East China Sea must wait inside the hall, with a cultivation level no lower than the ninth stage of the Transformation Realm"
I remember that the road number seems to be Changshou
Among the remaining more than twenty individuals, seventeen set off simultaneously, each releasing their own aura, and astonishingly, they were all at the second or third stage of the Returning Void realm
As he took just two steps, he inexplicably shivered, a pair of eyes filled with deep resentment shadowing him closely...
Following closely behind was a young Qi practitioner who appeared cultured and refined, yet his revealed aura indicated that he was at the fifth level of the Void Return realm
Just a moment ago, it was a gentle breeze locking in a thousand miles, yet now it is spring warmth coinciding with the blooming of flowers, the change in expression can be described as quite natural
Article 2 of the Three Agreements: It is not permissible to engage in idle chatter when there is nothing of importance to discuss outside.
This is the custom of each training conference, where among the twelve training locations, there is always one that presents relatively lower difficulty and danger, yet offers substantial rewards.
Like Lan Ling'e, after ten years of entering the sect, she still chose a master who had little reputation within the sect and had not yet attained immortality, yet she was able to cultivate to the eighth level of Qi Refinement, which naturally attracted much attention
Elder Ge continued to shout: "Those who are going to the southeastern border of Central Divine Continent to slay demons and eliminate evil, please wait on the right side. Your cultivation level must not be lower than the eighth stage of Qi Refinement."
Senior brother, is the herbal medicine at home not sufficient for your use? You...
Inside the hall, more than ten pairs of eyes fell upon Li Changshou in the corner, most of which were filled with a hint of suspicion, as they did not know who this person was
Refining Qi, Transforming Spirit, Returning to Emptiness, and Returning to the Dao, these are the four major realms before achieving immortality. They also determine the strength of one's abilities after becoming an immortal, as well as the progress in cultivation and the upper limits of the immortal path thereafter
Zhongyu Shangren did not deliver any lengthy discourse; with his eyelids half-closed and lips slightly parted, his voice echoed throughout the main peak
"You haven't said anything, I've asked you for several days now," Ling'e lightly snorted and muttered softly, "Anyway, wherever you go, I will go too, I must keep a close watch on you."
Li Changshou quietly released his aura
Lan Ling'e looked up and responded, feeling the gaze of several eyes directed towards her, her delicate face slightly flushed
Yes
Thus, amidst the continuous calls of Elder Ge, one by one, the disciples set off, having chosen their destinations.
Having spoken, Master Zhongyu ascended on his crane and departed, without lingering much longer. All the disciples and followers bowed in unison to see him off
The first rule of the three agreements: maintain a distance of three feet in front of outsiders
Why must one go to such dangerous places
The senior brother's goal is indeed not to seek personal gain
Speak cautiously, guard your heart, and do not offend these two extraordinary talents of the Breaking Heaven Peak
The young girl in the fiery red long dress opened her eyes, and her phoenix-like eyes were quite clear; she lightly tapped her toes on the ground, and the hem of her dress swayed gently with the wind, resembling a blooming fire spirit flower, drifting into the hall with captivating gazes.
She puffed her cheeks and quietly complained, "You don't even say a word of take care... Be careful yourself, you annoying senior!"
She is one of the most renowned disciples of the Du Xian Sect in contemporary times, not only possessing extraordinary beauty that rivals the national flowers and the grace of falling fish and wild geese, but also exhibiting outstanding temperament and flawless figure. Her aptitude for cultivation is astonishing, and at this moment, she has already revealed her aura, having reached the fourth stage of the Void Return realm.
Senior Sister Xuan Ya is going to Beiju Luzhou to gather medicinal herbs
At this moment, only six individuals remained still in the arena, while the gazes of the disciples quickly converged on a young girl dressed in a fiery red fairy dress, carrying a broad-bladed sword on her back
Among this generation of disciples, the one with the fastest progress in cultivation is said to have already reached the sixth stage of the Returning to Void realm, catching up to many 'elders' within the sect who have cultivated for a thousand years yet possess mediocre talent
Beside her, Lan Ling'e gently sniffed a few times and immediately detected an unusual scent
An elderly man standing in the air before the hall cupped his hands in salute and then spoke aloud
Lan Ling'e hurriedly said: "Thank you for your concern, Elder. My cultivation is still shallow, and I was uncertain earlier, but I have now decided to go to the East Sea shore with my fellow brothers and sisters."
This time, only a few dozen disciples took action, but each of them possessed considerable cultivation, all uniformly at the Transformation Stage.
They exhibit a variety of appearances and temperaments; some are already gray-haired with wrinkled faces, while others still resemble young maidens in their prime. However, the majority present themselves with a mature and composed demeanor
Elder Ge, please begin
For example, beside Li Changshou was Lan Ling'e
At this moment, the young girl stands quietly with her eyes closed, resembling a celestial being detached from the world, akin to a divine fairy from the heavens, as if a few large characters are floating around her.
Today marks the disciples' external training conference organized by the Du Xian Sect, held once every five years. The purpose of this event is to allow the disciples to experience the world and enhance their understanding of cultivation.
Is Youqin Xuan also going to Beizhou? That would be quite good
Oh, it must be her senior brother. It seems that there were originally not many people on Xiaoqiongfeng, and this person does not appear to be among the top three hundred inside the door, so I have no impression of him.
The training grounds called out by Elder Ge have seen a continuous increase in the minimum requirements for cultivation. When Elder Ge announced that 'the minimum requirement is now the second stage of the Transformation Realm,' Lan Ling'e gazed at her senior brother with a look full of resentment in her bright eyes
The sixty-three disciples slightly opened their own auras, and the area in front of the Hall of Hundred Wonders immediately fell silent, while the figures in the air were surrounded by a strand of celestial light
From a distance, young men and women dressed in Taoist robes and long skirts are seen engaging in lively conversation, rarely exhibiting any unusual or unattractive appearances
As the clock struck six, a series of figures flew out from the Bai Fan Hall, with a total of more than sixty Qi practitioners standing in the air
Do not speak ill of the disciples of other peaks behind their backs! Let us all behave properly! If our elders within the sect hear this, they will think that our peak is so unruly!
Li Changshou only felt a chill wind blowing behind him, halted his steps, turned his head, and said in a deep voice: "Of course, I am going to gather herbs"
Lan Ling'e secretly breathed a sigh of relief. When she turned her head to look for her senior brother, there was already no trace of him ahead.
The large-scale recruitment of disciples by the Du Xian Sect occurs every two hundred years, with each generation spanning two hundred years
The sound of admiration echoed around, and the seventeen disciples swiftly flew into the hall
Participate
... ...
It is said that the Grand Elder intends to accept her as a disciple, but we do not possess such fortune.
Elder Ge nodded, revealing a gentle smile, and said softly: "Hurry back to your positions, do not delay the auspicious time for departure"
Upon hearing a single cry of a crane, a red-crowned white crane descended from the clouds, upon which sat a slender old man
The disciples below immediately began to take action, with nearly half of them heading to the left side in front of the hall, which soon became somewhat crowded.
Senior brother, where exactly are you going
This number is indeed... plain and unadorned, yet remarkably unique
The two senior and junior disciples stood three feet apart under a tree shade, attracting numerous glances. Most of those who cast their eyes upon them would likely perceive that the relationship between this pair of disciples is not particularly good.
Junior sister, you have now become a somewhat accomplished Qi Refiner, and you need to learn to independently face certain difficulties
Ling'e broke off a tender bud from a willow branch, gently twirling it around her fingertips, hesitating several times as if she wanted to speak but held back
Little Qiong Peak, Spirit Eighth
Indeed, there is a situation
Li Changshou remains silent with a smile
Where are you going, senior brother
Elder Ge glanced at Lan Ling'e and then called out
Senior brother, why are you suddenly going to Beiju Luzhou?
Li Changshou in the corner revealed a faint smile; traveling with such an attention-grabbing 'eye-catching device' actually allows him to be less noticed by others
Soon, only twenty-three individuals remained in the arena, and there were only two locations for the trials yet to be announced
Senior Sister Xuan Ya is going to the North Julu Continent, and it seems that Senior Brother Yuan Qing is also going to the North Julu Continent
Li Changshou smiled faintly and did not say anything more
The whispers fell upon Li Changshou's ears, yet he seemed oblivious, wearing a warm smile and not glancing around. He led Lan Ling'e to report in the hall, and then went to a secluded corner to wait.
You guess
During your outing this time, you must always remember the rules of the sect, uphold the esteemed reputation of the Xuansheng Sect, and refrain from engaging in any actions that would disgrace the sect's traditions
These are the immortals from various peaks, responsible for the escort mission during this external training.
His eyes were always fixed on the fiery red figure ahead, which was none other than Senior Brother Yuanqing.
A faint murmur of discussion could be heard from the crowd
Isn't that Ling'e from Xiaoqiongfeng? She has truly become more and more beautiful. It is said that her talent is also quite remarkable; after ten years of training, she has already reached the eighth level of Qi Refinement and is on the verge of breaking into the Transformation Stage.
The sound of bells rang incessantly, and an increasing number of young Qi Refiners flew in from various peaks
Her true cultivation level is at the second stage of Transformation.
If one looks closely at this old man, one can faintly see auspicious clouds accompanying him, with two blue lotuses floating around him. His demeanor is truly extraordinary, and although his aura is not outwardly apparent, it imparts a sense of solemn majesty.
Li Changshou also walked forward, as Qin Xuanya and Yuan Qing attracted the attention of the entire audience. At this moment, he was not noticed by others, which made him feel quite comfortable
The number of female Qi refiners in this place is not less than that of men. Most of them possess delicate features and graceful figures, each showcasing their unique beauty like spring orchids and autumn chrysanthemums. However, there are always a few who stand out exceptionally, like a crane among chickens, akin to bright stars and the full moon.
Lan Ling'e stated with righteous indignation: "I am here under the orders of my master to keep an eye on you, Senior Brother, so that you do not go out and cause trouble, thereby tarnishing the reputation of our Xiao Qiong Peak"
Disciples heading to the Southeast of Beijulu Prefecture to the chaotic and perilous Baolin, please enter the hall and wait. This place is extremely dangerous, and disciples often suffer injuries. A minimum cultivation level of the ninth stage of the Transformation Stage is required
Suddenly, a shout came from the air, and it was Elder Ge, who frowned as he gazed at the pair of senior siblings, asking, "Do you still wish to participate in this external training?"
This outing for training consists of a total of twelve locations. Recently, there have been several tribes along the coast of the East Sea that have been afflicted by demons. It is hoped that you all can eliminate the demons and uphold the righteous path, protecting your fellow kin
Those who go to the shores of the East China Sea to slay demons and eliminate evil, please come to the far left, with a cultivation level not lower than the sixth stage of Qi Refinement. Those who come here will be rewarded based on the number of demons eliminated.
Isn't this a matter of inevitability? Have you not noticed that Brother Yuanqing has remained still, naturally waiting for Sister Xuanya to make a decision
No entry for strangers
As she turned around, Lan Ling'e had already regained her normal expression and walked towards the distant crowd, where several smiling young talents from various peaks were approaching her.
Lan Ling'e turned her head to stare at her senior brother, and found that his legs were indeed completely still.
Li Changshou smiled calmly, his lips slightly parted, and his voice directly penetrated into Lan Ling'e's ears, using a method of sound transmission.
"Junior sister, your cultivation is still shallow; it is better to follow the majority," Li Changshou advised. Lan Ling'e slightly curled her lips and stood still beside her senior brother.
In the air, Elder Ge frowned as he looked at the pair of senior siblings, Li Changshou and Lan Ling'e, slightly shook his head, and continued to shout loudly
This is Master Zhong Yu, the Deputy Master of the Du Xian Sect, who is said to be a celestial-level expert and ranks among the top ten in cultivation within the Du Xian Sect
Who is the person next to her
Her gaze shifted back and forth between her senior brother's smile and the girl dressed in a fiery red fairy skirt
Among these twenty-three individuals, with the exception of the pair of senior siblings in the corner, nearly all are the 'immortal seeds' from various peaks, individuals who are being prioritized for cultivation in this generation of disciples, and they also rank among the top in the disciple hierarchy
She has only been in the sect for a little over sixty years, and her exceptional talent has made her highly valued by the Immortal Sect, leading her to join the lineage of the sect leader of the Breaking Heaven Peak at an early age
When Li Changshou and Ling'e landed in front of the Baifan Hall, hundreds of figures had already gathered there