Great Red Immortal Sect

Chapter 95 Chaos
Empty Sword Gate, climb Chen Mountain.

The main peak of this mountain is Tianguan, which is extremely high and reaches the sky. When the moon is dark and the stars are bright, people climb to the top to observe the sky, and the stars seem to fall into the mountains.

It was autumn, with dark clouds floating in the air, light red and deep purple, and countless ravines and rocks. A young man in a grey robe and carrying a sword sat on the top of a mountain, riding the autumn wind and looking at the surrounding areas.

Qi Wen stood up. He had now reached the fourth level of Qi Refining. The starlight of the Chen River flowed on his back, changing unpredictably.

An old man in linen clothes was standing behind Qi Wen. He looked very old and was curled up to avoid the mountain wind.

"Master Xiang, you don't have to stay with me here. There are still matters in the sect that need your attention."

"Wen'er, why bother getting angry with them? Just let them be. When the Sect Master comes out of seclusion and achieves his foundation, these people won't have many days of peace."

"I'm just mad at myself for not keeping a close eye on things and letting these families do such shameful things!"

Qi Wen stood up, his straight face showing a hint of restrained anger. The mountain wind was blowing more and more urgently. The now nominal head of the Sky Sword Sect said coldly:

"It's not enough that he colluded with the Wu family, but he also secretly cultivated blood energy and killed many talented disciples."

"This Kongjian Sect is a sect, not one of the Qi, Liang, and Yuan families. Founder Kong chose my master to be the leader. The Liang and Yuan families have long been dissatisfied. Now that they see him about to break through to the foundation-building stage, how can they sit still?"

Xiang Lao sighed deeply, stood up straight, stood in the whistling mountain wind, walked to Qi Wen, and said earnestly:
"These families were once the mainstays of the sect, producing many pillars of strength. They shed blood and tears for the sect, and they consider themselves the orthodox. How could they allow an outsider to ride on their heels?"

Qi Wen looked north, towards Qing Wei, and said softly:
"Senior Xu Xuan of Dachi is not an outsider, so why is there no trouble?"

Xiang Lao shook his head, picked up a pine branch, pointed to the three mountains next to Dengchen, and said softly:
"The Wen family has always been in charge of Dachi. Wasn't it because they suffered a great loss back then, leaving only an orphan girl, so how could they have any relatives? Our sect is different. The Qi family has fallen, and there are still the Liang and Yuan families waiting to take the position. How could they give an outsider a chance?"

"Since Liang Xilan entered the Cixin Mansion, she has obtained two precious pills. One was given to her daughter to help her break through to the seventh level of Qi Refining, and the other was kept for her own consideration."

When Qi Wen heard the name, he said softly:

"What a pity! Back then, he was also someone who could break through to the foundation-building stage. However, a demonic disaster damaged his sea of ​​vitality. He has been wasting time ever since then, and his temper has become increasingly violent."

"I wonder what benefits the Wu family promised her? They actually persuaded her."

He laughed at the old man, with some teasing in his words, and said quietly:

"Her life span is almost over, and foundation building has almost become her inner demon. Apart from this matter, what else can persuade her?"

"Ever since Wu Heyong died, that old bastard Wu Shanchan has been holding back his anger and staying indoors."

"I heard that he has a new member of his clan who was promoted. His name is Wu Hecun and his cultivation has reached the ninth level of Qi Refining. It's really strange."

Qi Wen's expression was cold and disdainful, and he said in a deep voice:

"Wu Shanchan is a man who only cares about the goal, not the means. I'm afraid he must have acquired some kind of evil power and magic, and sacrificed many lives in exchange for a useful member of the clan."

"I don't know what kind of magic Liang Xilan got from the Wu family. The Liang family controls Heyun Mountain, and now many Qi cultivators have lost their lives, causing panic among the people. They say that she has been able to cultivate the elixir."

Xiang Lao's expression did not change, but he looked towards another place, Jiali Mountain, the top of the mountain controlled by the Yuan family. He said in a deep voice:
"Don't ignore Yuan Zhi. This lineage entered the Sky Sword in the past, but the details are unclear and not recorded in the sect history. They are still connected to Wu Nan."

Qi Wen looked towards Jiali Mountain with a complicated expression, and sighed:
"The Yuan family has only one descendant, and there has been no movement for the time being. They are not practicing the orthodox 'Zhou Chen' within the sect, nor are they practicing the 'Wukong Sword Technique'."

"Elder Yuan Zhi is also at the ninth level of Qi Refining, and his cultivation is perfect, but he has yet to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage. I wonder what he is planning."

The two were discussing the changes that had occurred in the sect when suddenly a man came riding on the wind from Tianhe Mountain not far away, and landed in front of them in a panic.

"Greetings, brother. Greetings, Protector Xiang!"

The man was still young, wearing a silver robe, and had a face similar to Qi Wen. It seemed that he had just broken through the Qi Refining process and was still a little clumsy in controlling the wind.

"Qidu is here, what's the matter?"

Qi Du below said hurriedly:

"When Elder Xilan heard that the Sword Pool cleansing spot was going to be given to someone from Dachi, he was quite unhappy and started making a scene. He's now at Tianhe Mountain."

Hearing this, Xiang Lao's face showed some surprise, and he said coldly:

"This woman is crazy. What does she care about the rules of the house?"

Qi Wen's face was calm, as if he didn't care at all, and he said lightly:

"Let her make a fuss. Since the Sect Master has already made the decision, it cannot be changed."

Looking at Qing Wei, Zuo Hemo's senior disciple seemed to be thinking about something and said in a deep voice:
"Not only should we invite Da Chi's two disciples, but we should also invite Senior Xu Xuan to observe the ceremony."

"We'll see then if Elder Xilan still has any objections to facing a high-level cultivator who has cultivated sword energy."
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Inside the Juzhen Hall on Tianqing Peak, Liu Xiaowen stood by, waiting for the Sect Master to finish reading the secret letter.

Xu Xuan read it carefully, and a flash of lightning rose in his hand, destroying the letter. He seemed to be thinking about something and whispered:
"The Kongjian Sect is in chaos right now. Zuo Hemo has been in seclusion for years and there has been no movement. Qi Wen's cultivation is still low and his qualifications are insufficient, so he cannot suppress the people from other sects."

"Qi Wen invited me to attend the ceremony. I'm afraid he was trying to take advantage of the situation. I don't know if it was Zuo Hemo's order or his own idea."

Liu Xiao heard this, thought for a moment, and replied:

"Zuo Hemo and Qi Wen acted fairly honestly, but this is, after all, a private matter of their sect. Inviting our disciples to go for a sword test has already caused a commotion. If Master goes again, I'm afraid there will be trouble again."

Xu Xuan naturally understood, but he and Zuo Hemo had some tacit understanding, and the Kongjian Sect had a connection with the Dachi Temple.

The sooner this matter is resolved, the better. The Chenhe sword and the "Wukong Sword Technique" are also important. If I can see them, I may be able to trace back another sword intent.

"The Kongjian Sect has been passed down to this day, and there must have been someone who has mastered the sword spirit."

Xu Xuan had inquired about it and found out that the sword pool of the Kongjian Sect was related to the sword intent, which was able to help these disciples improve their sword skills to the level of sword essence.

"The Kongjian Sect has always been deeply entangled with my sect. Zuo Hemo's lineage is on good terms with my sect, but it's hard to say about the others."

"I should go to the sword test ceremony to see how things are going and make plans for the future. I can also keep an eye on you and Xingfang at the same time."

There was a change in the Kongjian Sect, and Xu Xuan was not confident in sending the two disciples directly over. It would be best if he could take this opportunity to go and take care of them himself.

"It has been decided now. You and Xingfang will go. Fayan has no interest in swordsmanship and has not practiced swordsmanship since he cultivated the sword form. You should discuss this matter with Xingfang so that you can support each other when the time comes."

Liu Xiao agreed, and the master and disciple discussed some details, and Xu Xuan asked the disciple to prepare.

"The sword test is scheduled for the Spring Equinox next year. We should go after winter. If everything goes well, Xiao Wen and Xing Fang might even be able to comprehend the sword essence."

Now, apart from Xu Xuan, Wen Sian has the highest talent in swordsmanship in the sect. He has also cultivated the sword essence, but he cannot comprehend the sword energy at all.

Wen Sian is now focusing on cultivation and working on a breakthrough. He is still in seclusion and should be able to come out by the end of the year. By then, there will be another cultivator at the sixth level of Qi Refining in the sect.

"Speaking of which, Wu Nan has been silent for these years. Zuo Hemo and I are almost at the stage of building our foundation. I wonder what tricks he will use?"

Xu Xuan still had some confidence in his heart. After all, Chiyun South was a sensitive area. Over the years, there had been no foreign foundation-building cultivators causing trouble. Perhaps this was the result of control from above.

If the other party could really act recklessly and directly send someone from Zifu to cross Taixu with just a snap of his fingers, I would have to go. Since he didn't do so, it means there are some taboos.

Jingyan's words were still echoing in his mind. Only when he cultivated the sword intent would the other party look up to him, and at least he would have some qualifications to talk to him.

"This time, it would be best if I could devise a sword intent from the Empty Sword Sect and incorporate it into the [Donghua Sword Box]. After all, they come from the same sect, so perhaps there are some additional mysteries."

There are still many important things to come. One is the relationship with the "Huo Du" lineage of Tiandu Mountain, and how to ease it. Then there is the foreseeable demon disaster, and how to protect the disciples.

If he could get out of these two causes and effects, he could then plan the matter of [Surge in Heaven]. The opportunity for the Purple Mansion lay therein.

Thinking of this, Xu Xuan felt a little excited.

After all, [Yongjietian] is a Taoist tradition related to Leigong, which was passed down to Shu Kingdom. Later, a True Lord emerged from it. Any opportunity in it is enough for Xu Xuan to continue on the path of Zifu.

"I don't know which True Lord founded this cave. 'She Lei' is on the verge of extinction, so it shouldn't be one of them. 'Zhen Lei' still has a True Lord alive, but his status is unknown, and it seems he has little to do with this cave."

"So it seems that they are from the Divine Thunder sect. The Liu family is also close to the Chi Lei sect, which has the Divine Thunder Purple Palace. I wonder what their connection is?"

This matter was such a mess that it was hard to sort out, so Xu Xuan stopped thinking about it.

The most important thing now is to test the sword and watch the ceremony.

Taking out Hengguang from the [Donghua Sword Box] and touching it silently, Xu Xuan felt that this magic sword was becoming more and more magical, with its power restrained and sword energy permeating it, like a dragon entering the sea, free and easy.

If it continues to be nurtured, this magic sword may be able to be restored to the level of an ancient magic weapon. However, it is of the fire virtue after all, so it is still not easy to use.

"If Xiao Wen is building his foundation, using this Hengguang would be perfect. I'll have to change to a magic sword by then."

Dan Ting transformed into a thunder falcon and suddenly flew out. The spirit of the weapon was in tune with Xu Xuan's mind. At this moment, it began to chirp and manifested lightning. There was even a hint of flattery in its misty purple eyes.

Xu Xuan stretched out his hand, and Dan Ting transformed into a silver-white magic sword, with purple lightning emanating from it, lingering on the sword's edge. He spoke silently to Dan Ting in his heart:

"Wait, once we enter the cave, I will find a few 'Thunderbolt' spiritual objects to raise you to the Foundation Establishment stage in one fell swoop."

The Dan Ting sword in his hand kept ringing, the lightning was surging, and the momentum was astonishing.

(End of this chapter)