Hunyuan Immortal Sect

Chapter 292 There’s a long way to go
"Don't worry about them." Song Xian turned around and said lightly.

The Kong family members quickly took their seats, and the leaders of various sects and forces went there to pay a visit to Kong Zhenqing.

As time passed, around noon, two beams of light shot out from outside the field, revealing two figures, who were none other than Jiang Feng and Huo Yuan.

After announcing the competition rules, the two left the competition venue.

Soon, a disciple of the Beast Taming Sect quickly came up to Song Xian and bowed to him: "Senior Song, Uncle Huo invites you to come over for a chat."

Song Xian nodded, gave some instructions to Zhong Wenyuan and others, and then went to the quiet room on the high platform with him.

Jiang Feng, Huo Yuan, and Kong Zhenqing were already present. In front of each of them was a table with spiritual wine and food.

"Greetings, Chief Jiang. Fellow Daoist Huo, Fellow Daoist Kong, long time no see."

The three of them looked at him with surprise, even Jiang Feng was no exception.

A few months ago, Song Xian visited his house and had a conversation with him.

At that time, he was only at the first level of foundation building, but in just less than a year, Song Xian's spiritual energy had reached the third level of foundation building. Even Jiang Feng, who was always shrewd, could not hide his surprise when he suddenly saw it.

Although the other two had not seen him for many years, they were also surprised to see that his cultivation progress was so fast. This was because this was not a normal cultivation speed. No matter how good his talent was, it was impossible for him to advance from the first level of foundation building to the third level of foundation building so quickly.

Kong Zhenqing's eyes flickered slightly. The two had just met in the venue, but because they were far apart, he did not notice the fluctuation of Song Xian's spiritual power. Only now did he know that his cultivation had made great progress, and he felt shocked and jealous.

"Fellow Daoist Song, please take a seat." Huo Yuan smiled and asked him to sit down.

Song Xian sat down opposite Kong Zhenqing and looked out from here, taking in the entire situation in the competition arena. "I didn't expect to meet Fellow Daoist Huo here."

"I'm still in charge of the selection process for this competition. It was here that Fellow Daoist Song made a stunning debut, winning first place in the previous competition in Bianxi City. I never expected that in just ten years, Fellow Daoist Song would not only successfully establish his foundation, but also advance by leaps and bounds. In comparison, I truly pale in comparison."

"It is pure luck that I am where I am today. Some time ago, at the invitation of a friend, I went to an island to search for treasures. There I found a fire snake fruit tree, obtained quite a few fire snake fruits, and refined them into spiritual elixirs, which is why my cultivation level has improved today." Song Xian did not hold back and simply recounted the story of how he obtained the fire snake fruit.

There are many cases in the cultivation world where people have made great progress in their cultivation due to various opportunities, and this is not a shocking event.

"I see. I was saying that it's impossible for an average person to break through two realms in just a few years. Fellow Daoist Song is truly blessed!" After Huo Yuan finished speaking, he saw two men already in place in the competition arena, one of whom was Kong Xiangyuan.

"I didn't expect to see Fellow Daoist Kong Xiangyuan in the first match. In the last competition, Fellow Daoist Kong was defeated by Fellow Daoist Song. Without Fellow Daoist Song this time, I think Fellow Daoist Kong will definitely win."

"That may not be the case. There are so many extraordinary people in the world of cultivation. No one dares to claim victory until the end. Just like in the last competition, Fellow Daoist Song suddenly appeared." Kong Zhenqing took over the conversation expressionlessly and looked at Song Xian again.

"I heard that Fellow Daoist Song intends to build Stone City into the largest trading market between Qin's Western Frontier County and the East Sea region of the Muhe Grassland. What a lofty ambition! Rumor has it that half of the current visitors to Stone City come from the Muhe Grassland."

"Excuse me for being blunt, but Fellow Daoist Song, you'd better be wary of them. After all, they are not of our race, and Tianshan is a barrier and buffer zone between us and Muhe Grassland. If a large number of Muhe Grassland monks are allowed to enter, I'm afraid a lot of trouble will arise." These words were obviously hinting that the Hunyuan Sect had broken the rules. With Kong Zhenqing's identity, he certainly knew that the Beastmaster Sect did not allow the establishment of a market in Tianshan. Now the Hunyuan Sect has established a gambling house in Shitou City, and it is getting bigger and bigger. It is already on the edge of the Beastmaster Sect's taboo. He pointed this out in front of Jiang Feng and Huo Yuanzhi, and his intention is self-evident.

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere immediately became a little subtle. Jiang Feng glanced at Kong Zhenqing but didn't say anything.

Song Xian drank a glass of wine by himself. He came to Bianxi City this time mainly to discuss with Jiang Feng about lifting the restrictions on the sale of cultivation items in Stone City. He didn't expect to meet Kong Zhenqing here, who directly pointed out the matter, which made him a little embarrassed to speak.

Kong Zhenqing's words hinted at Jiang Feng's indulgence. In this case, it would be even more difficult for him to lobby Jiang Feng later.

"What is this Stone City? I am ignorant and have never heard of it." Huo Yuan naturally noticed the change in atmosphere, but he stayed out of it and didn't need to worry about it at all.

To prevent Kong Zhenqing from adding fuel to the fire, Song Xian quickly took over the conversation, "Our sect has built several gambling houses in a place called Shitouling. Due to its geographical location, some monks from the Muhe Grassland would go there."

"Is that so! Fellow Daoist Song is really thoughtful. Next time I have a chance, I will go to the Stone City to take a look."

"If Fellow Daoist Kong is interested, your family can also open a gambling house in Stone City. Our sect welcomes all forces to come in." Song Xian simply brought up the topic.

"Could it be that Fellow Daoist Song truly intends to turn that place into a bilateral trade market between Qin and the Muhe Grassland? This is extremely risky. Although we have reached a peace agreement with the Muhe Grassland, the two sides have always maintained a separate relationship. Sect Leader Song's introduction of Muhe Grassland forces into Tianshan may be seen as collaborating with the enemy. Rumors are terrifying, so I advise Fellow Daoist Song to be cautious."

"Friend Kong, you're exaggerating. Those Muhe Grassland monks came to Shitouling merely for gambling and entertainment. The charge of collaborating with the enemy is too strong a charge our sect cannot afford. If interacting with Muhe Grassland monks constitutes collaborating with the enemy, then by that logic, your spiritual ship buys and sells various cultivation items from Muhe Grassland every year. Doesn't that also count as collaborating with the enemy?"

The two of them exchanged sharp words, and there was already a hint of tension.

Although Huo Yuan didn't know what the feud between the two was, he could see that they didn't get along. As the host, he didn't want to cause any trouble, so he changed the subject and pointed to the competition venue.

"Friend Kong, your nephew has already won. I think he is the undisputed winner of this competition. With his cultivation aptitude, building a foundation will definitely not be a problem."

"I hope it will be as Fellow Daoist Huo said." Kong Zhenqing did not continue to dwell on the topic of Shitouling.

Several people drank, chatted and watched the competition until the first day of competition ended, then they left.

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At night, Song Xian came to Qiyuan Mountain and met Jiang Feng alone. He mentioned to him the issue of opening shops in Shitouling to buy and sell goods. As expected, Jiang Feng rejected his proposal out of caution.

Without his permission, Song Xian could not act on his own. After all, Hunyuan Sect developed under his support. If he went against his wishes and made him feel that Hunyuan Sect was out of control, the consequences would be serious.

In the following days, the foundation-building selection competition went on as usual. Zhong Wenyuan was eliminated by his opponent from Luoyun Sect in the third round of the competition. However, Hu Xiaobao made it all the way to the semi-finals, but was ultimately defeated by Kong Xiangyuan. As expected, Kong Xiangyuan took the first place in this competition.

Their persuasion of Jiang Feng failed, and both of them lost in the foundation-building selection competition. They had no choice but to return to Tianshan in disgrace.

(End of this chapter)