Cultivating Immortality Begins with Rejuvenation.

Chapter 425 Heavenly Beings Exorcising Demons
As a former Nascent Soul level power in the Yellow Heaven Domain, although its Nascent Soul ancestor perished in the central battlefield, the sect's near-fourth-order grand formation, profound foundation, and the current senior master Huang Qiyu who leads the Hehuan Sect, along with the five great protectors, still make all the major forces in the region feel suffocated.

No one dared to openly defy the Hehuan Sect.

The forces within the Hehuan Sect's spiritual vein region need to offer excellent alchemical furnaces every year in exchange for temporary peace.

No single force can match the Joyful Union Sect, but if all the Core Formation forces in the region unite, the Joyful Union Sect, without the Nascent Soul True Monarch in charge, will be unable to withstand them.

Since Li Ji'an decided to save Tong Yaoyao, this plan has been in place and is the only hopeful way.

Otherwise, with his current strength, it would be impossible for him to rescue Tong Yaoyao from the area controlled by the Hehuan Sect.

As for feasibility.

Prolonged oppression inevitably breeds anger.

To ignite this "anger," everyone needs to see hope.

Whether it's to shatter the sword hanging over their heads or to covet the profound resources and interests of the Hehuan Sect.

"Fellow Daoist, I don't understand what you're saying." Upon hearing this, Master Hongzhu was shocked, but on the surface he suppressed his emotions and looked puzzled.

Li Ji'an smiled faintly: "It's alright, the Pavilion Master will naturally understand in time. I'm just informing you about the cause and effect of this item. Farewell."

The pupils of the Red Candle Master contracted sharply. There was no persuasion or enticement, which made her believe Li Ji'an's words even more.

"A powerful figure is targeting the Hehuan Sect!"

"Moreover, judging from their posture, they seem determined to win!"

"This person seems to come from the Central Region. Could it be that a True Lord will come here in person? With the Central Region in turmoil, perhaps there is indeed such hope."

"Once the Hehuan Sect is destroyed, my Tianyin Pavilion will no longer need to live in humiliation and fear, nor will it need to split off a branch to continue its lineage!"

"If Old Demon Huang dies, I will no longer have to suffer such humiliation."

"If we can show our stance and contribute when the new overlord makes his move, we might even be able to play a supporting role. In this foreign land, our Tianyin Pavilion might still have a chance to regain its sect's glory..."

……

However, bearing the life and death of the sect on his shoulders, no matter how excited he was, he could only suppress his emotions and dared not say a word.

She dared not gamble with the survival of Tianyin Pavilion unless she was at least 80% certain.

After leaving Tianyin Pavilion, Li Ji'an went to Xiaoxiang Palace in the eastern part of Hehuan Sect.

It is the force most influenced by the Hehuan Sect within the entire Huangtian Domain, and it is also one of the most active in trying to expand into the Funiu Mountains.

Throughout the clan's history, over a hundred talented members have been sent to the Hehuan Sect as incense burners.

"Haha, Fellow Daoist Changqing, you've been hiding your true intentions quite well. We almost failed in our operation at Funiu Mountain because of you." The Mountain-Moving Master was as generous as ever, personally welcoming Li Ji'an inside.

"Fellow Daoist flatters me. I am merely repaying the kindness of Funiu Mountain in taking me in," Li Ji'an said with a smile, cupping his hands in greeting.

“Fellow Daoist, you are a model of gratitude and repaying kindness. It is a coincidence that my Xiaoxiang Palace can also provide you with a place to cultivate. I wonder if you would be willing to stay here permanently?” The Mountain-Moving Master immediately extended an invitation.

Li Ji'an laughed heartily: "Fellow Daoist of Moving Mountains, you truly suit my temperament, however..."

Li Ji'an looked around Xiaoxiang Palace and shook his head slightly: "Although the quality of your spiritual veins is barely enough, they are really too small. Supporting one Venerable is already the limit."

"I am ashamed, I am ashamed. That is precisely why I am envious of Mount Funiu," the Mountain-Moving Master said without any pretense.

Li Ji'an then looked towards the Yin-Yang Spring of the Hehuan Sect, his face filled with anticipation: "Truly worthy of being the number one spiritual vein and Daoist temple in this area!"

The Mountain-Moving Master raised an eyebrow: "That's natural, it's where the Holy Sect is located."

"Hehe, I wonder if you will be able to secure a place in the Yin-Yang Spring after the grand ceremony. I wonder if I will still have the honor of residing in your Xiaoxiang Palace then," Li Ji'an said casually.

"Hmm?" The carefree expression on the mountain-moving man's face suddenly hardened, and he stared at Li Ji'an with considerable apprehension.

"What do you mean by this, fellow Daoist?" "On the day of the grand ceremony, the celestial beings will exorcise the demons. It will be a test of which of you local forces can seize the initiative," Li Ji'an said bluntly.

hum~
The Mountain-Moving Master suddenly raised his eyes, his gaze shifting between light and shadow, and a tremor ran through his mind.

Their clan is eager to expand beyond Funiu Mountain, which means they are constantly thinking about escaping the control of the Hehuan Sect.

However, having long been oppressed by the Hehuan Sect, they dared not even think of rebelling against it.

"Hmph! Where did this arrogant scoundrel come from? My Xiaoxiang Palace is loyal to the Holy Sect, as Heaven and Earth can attest. The Holy Sect has been incredibly kind to my Xiaoxiang Palace, showing me great care and support. How could we be misled and sow discord by someone like you who hides his true intentions? What are your true intentions?" The Mountain-Moving Master instantly roared in anger and activated a recording talisman in advance.

Li Ji'an smiled faintly, unconcerned by his attitude: "Hehe, then you'd better prepare a way to protect yourself in the face of such a disaster. Farewell."

"Hmph, don't even think about leaving until you explain yourself clearly." After carefully sensing the change in Li Ji'an's emotions, the Mountain-Moving Man was even more shocked, but he still couldn't believe it, fearing that this was a trap set by Funiu Mountain.

"That's all I have to say. Fellow Daoist, you can make your own decision on the day of the grand ceremony." Li Ji'an remained expressionless as he slowly walked out of Xiaoxiang Palace, watched by the Mountain-Moving Master.

……

Like Tianyin Pavilion, Li Ji'an's purpose was simply to evoke something that had been suppressed within him.

Once you've instilled this expectation in them, the rest is about letting them see hope.

As for lobbying, enticing, or uniting people in advance, that's simply impossible.

In the following months, Li Ji'an followed the same method, visiting the Ice Soul Pavilion, the Gu family of Canglang Lake, the Heavenly Sword Sect, and the Medicine God Valley one by one.

Apart from the somewhat emotional Ice Soul Pavilion Master Hanyu, who was single-mindedly seeking revenge for his Daoist partner, everything else went smoothly.

During his visit to Medicine King Valley and Heavenly Sword Sect, he recognized Xu Xiaochun and Zou Qi.

Xu Xiaochun inherited the legacy of the previous generation's Supreme Elder of Medicine God Valley, and even poisoned the Master Poison Demon who had been hiding in Funiu Mountain for many years, avenging the old Valley Master and the Supreme Elder, thus gaining a prominent position in Medicine God Valley.

Zou Qi, due to his innate talent in swordsmanship and unparalleled swordsmanship, was recognized as the master of the Heavenly Sword Sect's Sword Testing Stone and became the next master of the Heavenly Sword Sect's Sword Pavilion, wielding considerable influence.

However, although the two had a say, they could not completely decide the matter. On the surface, Li Ji'an still mainly aimed to elicit their own inner desires.

On this day, the city of Fengyue was bustling with people, all heading towards the Yin-Yang Spring Square of the Hehuan Sect.

Inside the square, major powers of the Yellow Heaven Domain, such as Xiaoxiang Palace, Medicine God Valley, Heavenly Sword Sect, and Canglang Lake Ancient Family, were already waiting respectfully with congratulatory gifts.

Compared to the past, the leaders of these major forces today seem somewhat distracted, frequently glancing around.

As the sun rose in the east, a ray of sunlight pierced the sky and scattered thousands of golden rays. Suddenly, the gates of the Hehuan Sect opened wide, and a group of people arrived riding on a divine rainbow.

The leader was a dignified middle-aged man, dressed in a golden robe and wearing a crown that pointed upwards; he exuded authority without being angry.

Then a fairy with exceptional beauty, a voluptuous figure, and a pretty face was imprisoned by magic, her eyes almost spitting fire.

"The ceremony for bestowing the title of Holy Maiden upon the Hehuan Sect shall now begin!" As the Hehuan Sect entourage landed on the high platform of Yin-Yang Spring, a person stepped forward and proclaimed a decree that reverberated throughout the area.

As soon as the Dharma teachings ended, Huang Qiyu led Tong Yaoyao to the Yin-Yang Spring.

"today……"

"Humph!"

However, just as he opened his mouth, a cold snort came from the heavens.

"Shu~"

The various forces below were instantly shaken, all staring intently at the heavens above.

This person's strength will determine the situation here, and also their future...

(End of this chapter)