Pure Yang!

Chapter 416 The World Is Now in Turmoil! Pure Yang Under True Martial

three days later.

Zhenwu Mountain, Guesthouse.

After the apprenticeship ceremony concluded, representatives from various sects, aristocratic families, and local groups departed.

Zhenwu Mountain has returned to its former tranquility and peace. It is currently the off-season for tourism, and there are not many tourists on or around the mountain.

Zhang Fan settled down on Zhenwu Mountain. He knew very well that although the storm seemed to be over, its impact was only just beginning.

The leaders of various major sects, the Chunyang family, and many other forces were all seasoned veterans. They should have been able to sense, to varying degrees, that the world would be different after that night.

Of course, this is something.

Currently, Zhang Fan is still unclear about the extent and depth of the impact of that night.

In three days, he spent every day on Zhenwu Mountain with Li Miaoyin, enjoying the scenery and exchanging Taoist techniques.

Besides that, I met many friends.

Fang Changle returned to Jiangnan Province with a group of elders from Maoshan.

Before leaving, he told Zhang Fan that something earth-shattering must have happened on Zhenwu Mountain that night. It was said that a meeting was held overnight in the capital, and the lights of the Dao Alliance headquarters were on all night.

The next day, the Shangjing Dao Alliance dispatched a working group to various famous mountains and sects.

"What do you mean?"

"The meaning is quite obvious. To plot against Master Chunyang, such a grand scheme, must involve an inside traitor. Not all the major sects are entirely clean," Fang Changle said cryptically.

In recent years, the Wuwei School has resurfaced and is showing signs of intensifying.

He and the Taoist school have a very deep mutual influence.

Clearly, the Dao Alliance intends to take this opportunity to carry out a major purge.

"From this point on, the world will be in turmoil!" Fang Changle exclaimed.

He heard from the elders in the sect that the Dao Alliance might be about to take action against the Wuwei Sect, and that it was possible that they might reopen Longhu Mountain, destroy the mountain and its temples in the future.

Zhang Fan fell into deep thought about this.

Besides Fang Changle...

Qi Delong and Qi Dongqiang also came to say goodbye to Zhang Fan and returned to Laojun Mountain. They also agreed that if Zhang Fan ever went to Nanhe Province in the future, he must visit the mountain.

Zhang Fan readily agreed, after all, Lao Jun Mountain is one of the ten most famous Taoist mountains in the world, where Lao Tzu (Li Er) once lived in seclusion and cultivated, and it is also an ancestral sacred mountain.

When he had the time, Zhang Fan would definitely go and see for himself.

However, he has very important things to do right now.

"You're going back to the Ge family?"

On this day, Ge Shuangxiu also came to say goodbye.

"Yes, I always have to go back."

Faced with Zhang Fan's doubts, Ge Shuangxiu nodded and did not hide anything.

In the past two days, Ge Juexing had already spoken with him. As for what they talked about, Ge Shuangxiu didn't say much, but it seemed that he had clearly developed a sense of identity with the clan bloodline.

After all, he also shares the surname Ge.

"The Ge family is in a precarious situation right now."

Ge Shuangxiu gave a general account of what happened that night on the Golden Summit of Zhenwu Mountain.

This information was likely all told to him by Ge Juexing.

That night, both of the Ge family's Celestial Masters died on the Golden Summit of Zhenwu Mountain. Now, only Ge Juexing remains.

To murder Chunyang Zhenren is a grave crime.

As the only remaining Celestial Master of the Ge family, Ge Juexing is in a very awkward situation. The Ge family is in dire straits. If they are investigated and implicated, the Chunyang family, which has survived for thousands of years, will face its greatest crisis, and there is even a possibility that its lineage will be cut off.

“No wonder…” Zhang Fan said suddenly.

He finally understood why the Daoist who broke the precepts had abandoned his own cultivation.
However, Zhang Fan couldn't understand why Daoist Pojie did this, nor could he understand why the two old celestial masters of the Ge family dared to play such a big game, risking the future and prospects of the Ge family.

"There's probably someone else behind this," Zhang Fan guessed.

"I don't know," Ge Shuangxiu said solemnly.

Ge Juexing only told him the general course of events and the current situation of the Ge family, without mentioning a single word about the grudges involved.

"The Ge family is in trouble," Zhang Fan said in a deep voice.

The Ge family is now facing even greater difficulties and dangers than the Qiu family.

The Qiu family only had two Celestial Masters. Qiu Shangqing died in the ancient town of Qin, and now the Qiu family only has one elderly Celestial Master left. It is hard to say whether he can train another Celestial Master for the Qiu family before he passes away peacefully.

At that time, the Qiu family's situation would take a sharp turn for the worse.

Of the three Celestial Masters of the Ge family, only Ge Juexing remains. Although he belongs to the middle-aged generation and can still live a long time, however…

The Ge family's Pure Yang magic treasure has been lost; that was the greatest foundation and reliance of the Pure Yang family's heritage.

Not to mention, the Ge family has committed such a heinous crime; if Chunyang were to unleash his wrath, this thousand-year-old clan might simply vanish.

In comparison, the Qiu family only faces the risk of rise and fall.

However, the Ge family is in danger of extinction.

“Going back now is really not the best time for you.” Zhang Fan’s voice was heavy, and he couldn’t help but worry about his good brother’s future and safety.

“Even when wandering far from home, one can never truly sever ties with family and friends,” Ge Shuangxiu sighed.

Putting aside the blood flowing in his veins, the very method he cultivates belongs to the lineage of the Ge Ancestor. At this critical juncture of life and death, if he were to return, though there would be risks, there would also be great fortune.

"Uncle Juexing has already met with Master Chu and apologized with a bundle of thorns on his back," Ge Shuangxiu announced.

"What was the result?" Zhang Fan asked.

"Master Chu said that this matter will be let go and will not implicate the Ge family. He also instructed that the remains of the two old Celestial Masters of the Ge family be taken back for a proper burial," Ge Shuangxiu sighed.

"Master Chunyang's magnanimity is truly greater than the heavens," Zhang Fan murmured.

“However…” Ge Shuangxiu suddenly changed the subject.

"But what?" Zhang Fan asked subconsciously.

"Master Chu said that the Profound Golden Elixir should remain at Zhenwu Mountain."

"The Profound Golden Elixir!?"

Zhang Fan's heart stirred. That was a pure Yang magic treasure left behind by the Ge clan, which Chu Chaoran had taken into his possession that night on the Golden Summit.

Losing the Pure Yang magic treasure is tantamount to completely losing the foundation for passing on the family line.

"Master Chu said that he did not want to see the Ge clan's lineage die out and be tarnished. If the Ge ancestor has a successor within fifteen years, he can go to Zhenwu Mountain to bring back the Xuanxuan Golden Elixir."

"There are successors? What does that mean? How is it defined?" Zhang Fan asked.

"Celestial Master Realm!" Ge Shuangxiu uttered four words with a solemn expression.

"No wonder……"

Zhang Fan suddenly realized and gave Ge Shuangxiu a deep look.

No wonder Ge Juexing found Ge Shuangxiu and tried to persuade him to go back.

Although the Transcendental Master would not pursue the Ge family's crimes, the impact was still too bad, and everyone had seen it.

The Ge family is now considered a pariah; while not universally hated, they are avoided at all costs.

For a long time, the Ge family's development will be restricted, and many industries and influences will have to be abandoned, making it a hundred times worse than the Qiu family!

The only advantage of the Ge family is that some of their younger generations have produced outstanding talents.

Both Ge Chang'an and Ge Shuangxiu had mastered the highest level of the Ge Clan's Nine Secrets and had invoked the power of the Thirty-Six Great Immortals.

Both of them have the opportunity to comprehend the Celestial Master realm.

Therefore, the Ge family's direction for the next twenty years is to cultivate these two people at all costs.

Ge Shuangxiu's return at this time was indeed an opportunity and a stroke of fate for him.

but……

"Reaching the Celestial Master realm in fifteen years is incredibly difficult," Zhang Fan sighed.

Don't be fooled by Ge Shuangxiu's current status as a Great Master. Above him are the [Head of the Fast], the [Master of the Temple], and finally, the Celestial Master.

Fifteen years to cross three major thresholds?

If he succeeds, how old will he be then? Just over forty.

Celestial masters in their early forties are far too few, far too few.

This is almost impossible for humans to do.

"Man proposes, God disposes." A peculiar glint appeared in Ge Shuangxiu's eyes. The Ge family was in dire straits, seemingly on the verge of collapse, but the more precarious the situation, the more ambitious and eager he became.

If one can survive all the tribulations, one will become a true hero for a hundred years.

To turn the tide when all hope is lost, to save a collapsing edifice—that is the true nature of a hero.

Throughout history, heroes have often emerged from chaotic times. Without experiencing calamities, how can one attain true mastery?
"Good brother, what spirit!" Zhang Fan's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but praise.

"We brothers will meet at the summit!"

"it is good!"

The two men clasped their hands together, their hearts filled with a surge of passion.

……

Ge Shuangxiu left, following Ge Juexing and the rest of the Ge family, returning to the ancestral home of the Ge family.

This parting may be the last time we meet in this lifetime.

That night, a great calamity suddenly struck, and unknowingly, the fates of many people had quietly changed.

Zhang Fan, Li Miaoyin, Ge Shuangxiu, Ge Juexing, and the rest of the Ge family broke their vows...

Their fates began to change after that night.

"It's time for me to go."

The music ended, the guests dispersed, and the banquet hall was empty.

On this day, Zhang Fan also bid farewell to Zhenwu Mountain, and Xia Weisheng and Daoist Pojie came to see him off.

He broke the rules and ruined his cultivation, but he also unlocked the shackles in his heart. In just two or three days, his complexion improved a lot, and he even gained a little weight.

"Zhang Fan, you can stay on the mountain for a while longer," Master Pojie said, as warmly as ever.

Zhang Fan watched this unfold and couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion.

Having crippled his cultivation and caused his primordial spirit to regress, it would be extremely difficult for him to recover. In other words, Master Pojie would most likely spend the rest of his life as an ordinary person.

However, he seemed to enjoy it.

Everyone has their own destiny.

Everyone has their own destiny.

On this path, only one or two people will ultimately make it to the end; as for the others, they are no different from Master Pojie.

"Next time, after some time, I'll come to see you again," Zhang Fan whispered.

“Alright, then I’ll invite you down the mountain to wash your feet,” Master Pojie said with a smile.

"Senior brother, didn't I buy you an electronic foot bath?" Xia Weisheng suddenly turned his head and said.

Zhang Fan and Daoist Pojie exchanged a knowing smile, their understanding unspoken.

"Miaoyin won't be seeing you off," Master Pojie suddenly said.

“I know, she already said goodbye to me yesterday,” Zhang Fan nodded.

Li Miaoyin became a disciple of Zhenwu Mountain and the last disciple of the Transcendental Master. According to the rules, she needed to burn incense and fast, and then seclude herself in the mountains for a hundred days.

Last night, she and Zhang Fan sat on the golden summit of Zhenwu Mountain, staying together the whole time.

"This is for you."

Just then, Xia Weisheng took out a wooden box from behind him and handed it to Zhang Fan.

"What is this?" Zhang Fan couldn't help but ask.

"open to take a look."

Zhang Fan opened the wooden box and was stunned. Inside was a worn-out wooden sword with many tiny cracks.

"The Pure Yang Magic Sword!?"

"Holy crap... Does Zhenwu Mountain have to be so generous? What have I done to deserve this? You've even given me a pure Yang magic weapon!" Zhang Fan exclaimed in surprise.

This is too exaggerated, too sudden...

"what are you thinking?"

Master Breaking the Rules, Xia Weisheng looked at Zhang Fan with a strange expression.

The Pure Yang Magic Treasure is the foundation of a sect, and it is never taken down the mountain lightly, let alone given to an outsider.

“This is a counterfeit,” Master Pojie said with a dry laugh.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Fan paused for a moment, then immediately understood.

This Pure Yang Magic Sword is a replica of the Zhenwu Mountain sword, made from the same mold. It is crafted from Zhenwu Mountain spruce and is limited to one hundred pieces. The price is only 6888 yuan, and it also comes with three Zhenwu Mountain tickets.

Zhang Fan had seen one before at the Taoist Cultural Treasures and Rare Objects Exhibition in Yujing City, but it was a special edition made of lightning-struck wood. There were only ten of them in total, each with a number, and the price was 58888 yuan.

"This is a special edition, keep it as a souvenir," Master Pojie said with a light laugh.

"Haha, I know, I was just joking with you guys, didn't you see that?"

Zhang Fan laughed to cover his embarrassment. He looked down and saw a dark gold nameplate in the wooden box, engraved with the number 007.

The special edition he saw last time at the Taoist Cultural Treasures Exhibition in Yujing City was number 003.

"It must be incredibly valuable."

"Don't resell it. The serial number is traceable," Xia Weisheng warned Zhang Fan, noticing his expression.

"I'm not that poor yet," Zhang Fan said, pursing his lips.

He has been practicing Buddhism for so long, and now he still has more than four million yuan in his bank account.

"gone."

Zhang Fan waved his hand, slung the wooden box over his shoulder, picked up his luggage, and started walking up and down the stairs.

"Come back and visit often when you have time," Master Pojie gently called out.

Ge Shuangxiu returned to the Ge family, Fang Changle returned to Maoshan, Qi Delong and Qi Dongqiang returned to Laojun Mountain, and Li Miaoyin stayed at Zhenwu Mountain...

Now, only Zhang Fan descended the mountain alone.

They arrived amidst great fanfare, but left all alone.

This is life!

clang... clang... clang...

Just then, a bell rang out from the Golden Summit, echoing throughout Zhenwu Mountain.

Zhang Fan stopped, looked back, and couldn't help but ask.

What happened on the mountain?

"This is the succession of the sect leader," Xia Weisheng murmured softly.

"The sect leader takes over? What does that mean?" Zhang Fan's heart skipped a beat.

"Our teacher has resigned from his position as the leader of Zhenwu Mountain and passed it on to my senior uncle," Xia Weisheng replied.

Now, Zhao Wuji, one of the three great celestial masters of Zhenwu Mountain, has officially taken over as the leader of Zhenwu Mountain.

"What about Master Chu?" Zhang Fan couldn't help but ask.

Master Pojie and Xia Weisheng exchanged a glance, hesitating to speak.

"What? You can't tell?"

"It's fine to tell you, just don't let it leak out," Xia Weisheng said in a low voice.

"You said."

“The teacher left Zhenwu Mountain yesterday.”

"What?" Zhang Fan's expression changed slightly.

Master Chu has descended from Zhenwu Mountain!?
“That’s right.” Xia Weisheng nodded and said, “We don’t know why the teacher left or what he went to do.”

"What else could I do?" Zhang Fan murmured softly, his eyes unfocused.

He knew that Chu Chaoran had gone down the mountain to pursue the Three Corpse Gods who had escaped.

"It's time for me to leave."

Zhang Fan's gaze sharpened, and the light reflected in his deep pupils was unusually cold and resolute.

"Yu Xuanji, you just wait!"

Zhang Fan whispered to himself as he embarked on his journey to Sanqing Mountain.

(End of this chapter)