Great Red Immortal Sect

Chapter 236: Tracking
Sky blue, in the palace.

The man in a dark black Taoist robe gently put down the document in his hand, with a hint of worry between his brows. Two magic swords were placed flat next to the green jade table. The fine lightning and fire were entangled with each other, making a buzzing sound.

"Wei Yan, still no trace?"

"Reporting to Master, we have sent people to investigate the plains. He has not appeared since the last ambush."

Liu Xingfang replied in a low voice. He was dressed in green and looked dashing, carrying the silver-bright [Panpo] long sword on his back. He said in a low voice:
"Should we send someone to keep an eye on the Wu family?"

"No need."

Gently stroking the two magic swords, Xu Xuan took them into his Qi Sea. His eyes were focused as he spoke softly:

"Wu Heyong is here, and ordinary people can't hide it from him. Yuandu is a sinister and cruel sect, and it is difficult to guard against. I have already sent a letter to inform the Liu family of Wu Heyong's situation, and asked Liu Qiuci to help keep an eye on him."

"The most important thing right now is to find Wei Yan. He is the Sect Leader's direct disciple and has mastered sword energy. Now that he has returned with a foundation-building cultivation base, he should inherit the position of Sect Leader. What I need to do is to support him in taking the position."

The hall was brightly lit, and Liu Xingfang listened quietly. He felt a sense of identification with Wei Yan, and seeing that his master was willing to help, he couldn't help but feel a little sigh in his heart.

"He was born a miner, but his determination to seek the Tao and his calmness of mind surpass those of many disciples from immortal families."

"Time is still too tight. With his cultivation at the initial stage of foundation building and the sword in his hand, he can only barely remain undefeated against Liang Xilan. Now with Wu Heyong, how can he handle it?"

Xu Xuan shook his head. Liang Xilan was a useless fool. He had done a lot of ridiculous things over the years and had brought the reputation of the Kongjian Sect to the lowest point, almost to the same level as the Demonic Sect.

This person is not a concern. The only real troublemaker is Wu Heyong. This person is extremely powerful and is protected by Zifu. Liang Xilan is probably just his pawn.

"I can't just charge straight up the mountain gate, kill Liang Xilan, and then take over the Sky Sword?"

This thought suddenly flashed through Xu Xuan's mind, but he shook his head. Liang Xilan is now the leader of Kongjian, and is protected by Wu Heyong. With the help of the mountain protection formation, it is extremely difficult to kill him. If he continues to fight with him, and kills some ordinary disciples, it will be a mess.

The best strategy now is to find Wei Yan and let him take over the Kongjian sect in the name of restoring order. Most of the disciples still sympathize with this disciple of the former sect leader.

Liang Xilan is tyrannical and violent. He consumes blood and energy wantonly to improve his cultivation, and even reaches out to his disciples. There has been resentment in the sect for a long time. If Wei Yan returns openly, I think there will be a situation where everyone responds to his call.

Xu Xuan looked down, thought for a moment, and said softly:
"Send someone to the plains to spread the news, saying that Wei Yan has returned and can seek refuge in the Dachi Monastery. At the same time, recruit a few outer disciples of the Kongjian Sect to investigate the situation within the other sect."

Liu Xingfang accepted the order and was about to retreat and prepare to send someone to do the job, but suddenly a voice came from above, asking him to stop.

"Xingfang, there's something else I want to ask you."

He turned around, looked at his master, and said respectfully:

"I wonder what's going on?"

"Are you willing to officially take on the position of Elder in charge of the sect's laws?"

Xu Xuan looked over. Liu Xingfang had been in charge of Wangqi Hall in recent years. Many highly qualified disciples had to deal with him to plan matters related to Qi Refining. This disciple was very careful in his actions and was easy to talk to. He had a high prestige in the sect over the years.

But the position of Chief Lawyer is not so easy to hold. In the past, when Liu Xiaowen temporarily took over this position, he encountered a lot of criticism. Now most of the affairs of the sect are still handled by Xu Xuan. In the final analysis, this position is offensive and the methods used must be cold and tough enough.

"[Jie Fa Zi Lai] follows the example of the Thunder Palace, and by abiding by the law and punishing the law, one can improve one's cultivation. Therefore, the position of Chief Law Officer is the most suitable position for this position within the sect."

What Xu Xuan was thinking about most was naturally his progress in cultivation. After thinking about it for a while, he brought up this matter.

"Master, I am willing to do so."

"You must think carefully. Once you take office, you must be impartial. If you violate this, there will be bad consequences waiting for you."

Xu Xuan spoke in a serious tone. He said that abiding by the law and punishing offenders can help one improve one's cultivation, but the consequences of bending the law for personal gain must also be serious. According to historical records, the Lei Palace had used ruthless methods and severe punishments to deal with subordinates who were partial to their own interests. It was extremely horrifying.

The light in the hall flickered, and Liu Xingfang's voice was just and steady, like the wind sweeping the clouds. At this moment, he only said:
"I understand, disciple. However, if there is nothing to lose, how can there be anything to gain? I believe that as long as I follow the rules and regulations of the sect, I will have a clear conscience."

A dark token slowly fell from above, engraved with four characters that expressed vigorous sword intent, namely [Palm Law]. Silver-white lightning surged and rushed on it, and then there was a green Taoist book, which was restrained in its aura and contained the aura of dragons and snakes.

"This is?"

Liu Xingfang took the token with a startled look. It held within it a profound sword intent and the true meaning of some kind of thunder technique, a calamity of punishment. "The sect's previous token of ruling was destroyed in the demonic disaster. Elder Wen had intended to reforge it, but he died while attempting a foundation-building breakthrough. Over the years, I've carved one myself, and I'm giving it to you today."

"As for this scroll of Taoist texts, it is a secret teaching within the sect, titled [Summary of Fu Yi Sword Qi]. It is a method for refining sword energy, reversing the innate state, and integrating it with one's nature and life. I have already told you about this realm of sword energy. You should carefully comprehend it."

Xu Xuan had read it and found that this method of transforming Qi was not as good as the [Feng Xuan's Wonderful Method of Transforming Qi]. It could not use the sword Qi to create a false image and improve the level of the immortal foundation, but the sword Qi it created was vast and it was an extremely impartial method.

Liu Xingfang took the book and was excited, so Xu Xuan asked him to leave first and prepare for the matter of Kongjianmen.

"Xingfang's path is quite clear, and it's not hard for me to teach her."

Xu Xuan felt a little emotional. Xiao Wen had taught him a few sword techniques, but he was powerless in the way of Bing Fire. As for Fa Yan, he didn't even learn the way of sword. At most, Xu Xuan could give him a few tips on the key points of practicing and breaking through the realm.

Only Xingfang learned from him step by step, so Xu Xuan naturally had a lot of experience to pass on to her.

Seeing that everything was settled, he left Tianqing and headed for Caiyun Peak. Calculating the time, Wen Si'an would also come out of retreat and break through to the ninth level, so he would go and take a look. As long as he condensed his sexual roots and was fully prepared, he could start to break through to the foundation, thus filling the gap in the sect.

"With Fan Qingzhu's departure, the sect is missing a supporter in the foundation building stage, which is a bit troublesome."

The water-transforming fighting technique is not very good and is severely restrained, but it still has many magical uses in other areas. Just in terms of healing, it is almost a first-class Taoist school. After the battle in the sect, as long as there is still a breath left, most of the people can be saved.

As for Gui water, its main functions are to remove evil and filth, hide the body, change the weather, etc. Its healing effect is only effective against certain evil and filth, and it becomes useless when encountering water, fire, or weapons.

He had talked with Tiantuo in the past. It seemed that there was another kind of earth in the earth virtue, which was opposite to Shengjin. It was one of the three paths of the underworld. It was very powerful in healing injuries, but it was not obvious now.

Landing on Caiyun Peak, Xu Xuan silently looked at the scenery in the mountains. Seeing the Yin energy dissipating and the Yang energy being locked, he knew that it was about to succeed. After waiting for three hours, the Mingsi Hall opened, dark green Dharma light surged, and a drizzle began to fall from the sky.

"It's really from the time of the Lord of Heaven. Breaking through the ninth level will result in this kind of situation."

Wen Sian walked out of the hall at this time, riding the wind, nodded to Xu Xuan, and said softly:
"It's done."

Her retreat this time was extremely smooth. She broke through the ninth level almost effortlessly. She even felt that her sexual roots were about to condense. However, she deliberately suppressed it and did not continue for the sake of safety.

"Fu Yi's bloodline is truly miraculous. Ever since it was unsealed, his Qi Sea has always been balancing Yin and Yang. The Qi Sea, Huangting, and Lingtai are connected, and his flesh and blood contain all sorts of divine treasures."

As he spoke, Wen Sian drew out Yu Si, and the hand holding the sword gradually grew white dragon and snake scales, emitting a pure white light, which gradually enveloped the magic sword.

"This is the [True One Light Scale], one of the symbols of Fu Yi's Dharmakaya. It corresponds to the true Qi, and has the effect of being pure and spotless, and avoiding water and fire. I have only awakened this divine treasure of flesh and blood, and it is already extremely powerful."

"How was this accomplished?"

Xu Xuan was quite curious. This white scale was somewhat similar to the strange appearance cultivated by the Jade Blood Heavenly Heart Technique, but it was even more magical. It corresponded to the true Qi and had an effect similar to the [Gu Bo] feather robe he had obtained.

"I now have some insights. Fu Yi's blood is inheritance and history. As long as the blood in my body revives, I will be able to understand these things on my own."

The two walked side by side on the mountain path. Xu Xuan listened quietly to Wen Sian's story and felt that this bloodline was more and more extraordinary. Even just by delving into the secrets of human flesh and blood, one could directly reach the great way without having to cultivate basic immortal powers.

"The body of the Fuhuang is represented by the Four Symbols and Five Virtues, the Nine Qi and Thunder, as well as the other ancient Dao veins, forty-nine in total."

"As for future generations, even those with the purest bloodlines only develop thirty-six manifestations. I, too, can only manage twelve. I originally wanted to seek Guishui, but I didn't expect the True Qi to appear first."

"In ancient times, there were no realms. The cultivation level of Fu Yi's descendants depended on their characteristics. One characteristic was fetal breathing, three was Qi refining, six was foundation building, twelve was purple palace, and thirty-six was golden elixir."

Xu Xuan listened and felt that this method was somewhat similar to the way of the sword. There was no definitive conclusion, only a general outline, and it all depended on personal understanding. As for the current division of the Taoist traditions, it was clear and could be followed step by step, but it also had limitations.

"If that's the case, then there's no need to cultivate any immortal-based magical powers, and we can just directly cultivate this manifestation."

He looked at Wen Si'an. The seal characters of [Fu Yi Xuan Qu] helped her break the blood seal. Now that there are twelve manifestations to cultivate, isn't there hope for the Purple Palace? But Wen Si'an shook her head and said softly:

"There is no such thing as water without a source. This bloodline's magical power relies on the power of the Emperor Fu. Only with the incarnation of the ancestral Qi can it be done. Now, this manifestation is just like the innate magical power of some monsters, which cannot support the realm."

"It's enough. If it can really lead directly to the Purple Palace, it would be a bit terrifying."

Xu Xuan sighed softly, then turned to look at Wen Si'an and talked about the Kongjian Sect and the Wu family. The mountain was quiet, and apart from the chirping of insects, the only sound was the two people talking.

(End of this chapter)