Mythical Cultivation

Wu Tianlong looked at Wang Cheng with a hint of apology, and said with deep emotion: "Brother Wang, I'm really sorry, my residence is too simple, I hope you don't mind it!"

Wang Cheng quickly waved his hand and responded, "Brother Wu, what are you talking about? How can our friendship be measured by these external things? Besides, how could I be the kind of person who despises the poor and loves the rich? I haven't seen you for so many years, and I miss you all the time. I wonder how you have been all these years? Why haven't you contacted me? I have been searching for you for a long time..."

Speaking of this, Wang Cheng's eyes couldn't help but turn slightly red, and his words were filled with deep longing and concern.

"Since you found me, you must have seen that brat Wu Ming. He should have told you. As for why I didn't contact you? I had no hope of building my foundation at that time, but you had succeeded. We are not from the same world anymore. Why bother to contact each other? Why bother to make yourself miserable?" Wu Tianlong said with emotion when he saw his old friend.

"We've been together for so many years, don't you know what kind of person I am? Why would I care about these things?" Wang Cheng said angrily.

"Of course I know what kind of person you are. But since you are in Qingyun Sect, you can't not care about other people's eyes and comments? I can't bring a bad influence to you. Things are beyond our control! Let's not talk about these unhappy things. How is that kid Wu Ming doing in Qingyun Sect? Is he practicing seriously? Has he caused any trouble?" Wu Tianlong turned to ask about the thing he cared about most.

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The two chatted non-stop, and before they knew it, night had fallen. However, they still felt that they had not finished talking and their interest was not diminished, so they lit a candle and continued their long conversation until late at night when everyone was asleep, and then they went back to their rooms to rest.

Over the next two days, the two were inseparable, sharing their deep longing for each other. When the conversation turned to Wu Ming's parents, Wang Cheng was shocked to learn that they had tragically perished in a rampage caused by a demonic beast over a decade earlier. Even more infuriating, the perpetrators of these crimes remained at large. Upon hearing this, Wang Cheng immediately jumped to his feet, vowing to help Brother Wu slay his nemesis and avenge this blood feud.

Wu Tianlong sighed and told Wang Cheng: "More than ten years ago, I was fortunate to get an opportunity and entered the foundation-building realm. Soon after that, I couldn't wait to go find the evil beast, wanting to avenge my parents. However, the beast was too powerful. Even though I had entered the foundation-building realm at that time, it was still difficult to compete with it." At this point, Wu Tianlong couldn't help but burst into tears.

"Brother Wu's business is my business. I will definitely help you. Tomorrow we will go and get rid of the monster and avenge you." Wang Cheng said angrily.

The next morning, the sun shone brightly, bringing warmth and hope. Wu Tianlong and Wang Cheng, along with several respected village elders, embarked on a journey to a valley over 300 miles away. Along the way, they felt a mixture of excitement for revenge and anxiety about the unknown.

After a long journey, they finally reached their destination—the valley that hid the Foundation Establishment Realm demonic beast that had plagued Li Village many years ago. Surrounded by towering peaks and shrouded in mist, the valley seemed mysterious and dangerous.

As a deacon of the Qingyun Sect, Wang Cheng had already reached the pinnacle of the Foundation Establishment Realm. Taking on a mere mid-stage Foundation Establishment Red Moon Tiger was a piece of cake. Without a struggle, Wang Cheng, relying on his superior cultivation and combat experience, easily slew the beast. At that moment, the long-simmering hatred within him and several of the elders was finally released, and smiles of relief spread across their faces.

Wu Tianlong burst into tears and fell to his knees. He kowtowed to Wang Cheng and said, "Alas, Brother Wang! If it weren't for your help, I really don't know how long I would have to wait before I could avenge this great hatred. Please accept my greeting!"

Seeing this, Wang Cheng quickly reached out to support Wu Tianlong who was about to bow down, and said anxiously: "Brother Wu, you absolutely can't do that! How can I accept such a generous gift from you? Please stand up quickly!"

After collecting the monster's corpse and returning to Lijia Village, everyone heard the news and the whole village was immersed in joy.

Time flew by and it was the next day. Wang Cheng suddenly asked Wu Tianlong about his future plans: "I wonder what are your plans, Brother Wu? Lijia Village is still too small. It's too barren for a Foundation Establishment cultivator like you. It's not enough for you to improve your cultivation."

As Wang Cheng spoke, he secretly observed Wu Tianlong's expression. In reality, he had his own plans in mind. Lijia Village was remote, a long way from Qingyun Sect; a round trip would take half a month. He deeply valued his friendship with Wu Tianlong and wanted to see him more often in the future, but the distance was a significant issue, hence his question.

Wu Tianlong sighed slightly and said, "I also know that Lijia Village is too small. Originally, I planned to take revenge and then travel around. However, I was not strong enough before and was worried about encountering danger outside, so I stayed here. Now that my revenge has been taken, it is time for me to leave."

After saying this, he looked up into the distance, his eyes revealing a longing for freedom and adventure. If he had not avenged his son and daughter-in-law, and his grandson Wu Ming was still young, he would not have stayed in the village for so many years.

"Since you miss your grandson so deeply, why don't you just come and live near Qingyun Sect? That way, you can see Wu Ming all the time! Besides, Qingyun Market is an extremely prosperous and bustling place, and it's also a very suitable environment for your cultivation."

Wang Cheng smiled and spoke slowly in a seductive tone. He made no secret of his inner thoughts, as he sincerely hoped that Wu Tianlong could stay in Qingyun Market for a long time, so that the two of them could keep in touch.

"Hmph! You old bastard, your wishful thinking is about to hit me in the face!"

Wu Tianlong glared at Wang Cheng unhappily, but then nodded slightly in agreement. "Well, what you just said is not without reason. Looking back, I also spent an unforgettable time in Qingyun Market. Now, I can relive those old memories and see my grandson often. It is indeed a wonderful thing. Well, let's do as you say. Let's go to Qingyun Market together."