From Joy of Life, the Tian Gang is reversed

Chapter 582 The Moon-Gazing Banquet Causes Anxiety in the Capital
Immortal Ascension Sect, Purple Lightning Peak
Compared to the past, the atmosphere at Purple Lightning Peak was even more austere, with thunderclouds appearing and lightning snakes slithering at the summit, clearly indicating that Fang Qingxue's cultivation had also greatly improved.

After Li Chengqian returned, she seemed to sense his presence and was already waiting for him in front of the palace.

Years had passed since they last met, and Fang Qingxue's charm was even greater than before. Dressed in white, her figure was upright and graceful. When she saw Li Chengqian, a hint of warmth, almost imperceptible, flickered in her usually cool eyes. Her aura was harmonious and subtly resonated with the laws of thunder in the world, indicating that she had further integrated the Undying Lightning Talisman with the Great Chaos Technique.

“Cousin, you’re back.” Her voice was clear and melodious, with a hint of barely perceptible concern. “You… seem to have undergone a transformation.”

Li Chengqian smiled and nodded, his gaze falling on Fang Qingxue. He praised, "Cousin, your progress is also rapid. It seems you will be able to condense your Golden Core soon." He paused, then flipped his palm, and an ancient longsword wrapped in chaotic lightning appeared. The sword naturally exuded a destructive aura that made the void tremble. It was the superior-grade Dao artifact, the Great Chaos Thunder Sword.

"This sword is called the Great Chaos Thunder Sword. In Guixu, Fan Qingying, the leader of the Forty Great Thieves of the Overseas, used this sword to ambush me. I defeated her, and although I did not capture her, I did manage to seize this treasure. I think this treasure complements your Great Chaos Technique and Thunder Physique perfectly, so I am giving it to you."

Fang Qingxue's eyes suddenly lit up. As the reincarnation of the Heavenly Lord of Lightning, she was extremely sensitive to things related to lightning. The moment the Great Chaos Lightning Sword appeared, she felt a strong resonance between her own magical power and it. The aura of chaotic lightning seemed to be a missing piece in her Great Dao puzzle. She reached out her slender hand and gently grasped the hilt of the sword.

"Om-!"

The sword trembled slightly, emitting a pleasant hum. Chaotic lightning instantly enveloped Fang Qingxue, blending seamlessly with the Undying Lightning Talisman and Great Chaotic Lightning Technique within her body. Her aura surged, showing faint signs of breaking through to the seventh level of the Divine Power Golden Core Realm!
"Thank you, cousin!" Fang Qingxue's usually cold face showed a rare look of joy. She could feel that with the help of this sword, her chances of breaking through to the Golden Core Realm had increased by at least 30%! This gift was too perfect.

"There's no need for thanks between us," Li Chengqian said with a smile.

However, at this moment, she seemed to realize something, and her eyes flashed. "Abandoning Heaven Stealer Fan Qingying?! Fan Qingying, isn't that the number one ranked candidate on the Longevity Candidate List of the Xuanhuang Great World?"

"That's her. She's not particularly skilled, but she's very famous," Li Chengqian said with a smile.

Li Chengqian didn't care, but Fang Qingxue couldn't ignore it. Hua Tiandu was also on the Longevity Candidate List, ranked below Fan Qingying. If Li Chengqian could defeat Fan Qingying and even seize her protective treasure, wouldn't that mean…

Li Chengqian seemed to know what she was thinking. He looked into her eyes and nodded slightly. Fang Qingxue's face flushed slightly, and everything was understood without words.

Just then, an untimely but slightly coquettish voice came from the side: "Sister, Cousin Chengqian, what are you talking about that makes you so happy?"

"Hmm?" Li Chengqian turned his head and saw a pretty girl of about fifteen or sixteen years old.

"Qingwei, you've made great progress!"

The newcomer was none other than Fang Qingwei. Unlike the arrogant and domineering girl in the original story, Fang Qingwei now possessed a much more composed demeanor. Her cultivation had reached the ninth level of the Spiritual Connection Realm of the Physical Body, and her eyes, though bright, carried a hint of unwavering determination honed through hard work. During her time at the Feathered Ascension Sect, thanks to the prestige of her sister and Li Chengqian, no one dared to easily bully her. Furthermore, she had worked diligently herself, making many friends among the elite disciples of both the inner and outer sects, earning her a good reputation. She was actively preparing to break through to the Divine Power Realm.

Seeing Li Chengqian looking at her, she immediately bowed obediently, her eyes filled with awe and a hint of barely perceptible admiration. Without Fang Han's unexpected interference, her life trajectory had clearly taken a more positive turn.

Li Chengqian sized her up and nodded slightly: "Cousin Qingwei's cultivation has improved a lot; it seems she hasn't been slacking off."

Upon hearing this, Fang Qingwei's face showed a hint of pride, but she quickly concealed it and said respectfully, "It's all thanks to the care of my sister and cousin. Qingwei dares not slack off."

Li Chengqian's heart stirred. This woman wasn't a bad person. Although she was a bit arrogant, that was a common trait among people of their background. She wasn't untouchable, and besides, she was Fang Qingxue's sister...

Thinking of this, he flicked his finger, and a divine fruit the size of a longan, dark gold in color, and imbued with pure soul power and the aura of the Great Dao flew towards Fang Qingwei.

"This is for you. Concentrate your mind and calm your spirit, then immediately consume and refine it."

Although Fang Qingwei did not recognize the object, she sensed its vast and profound energy and mysterious Daoist charm, and knew it was an unparalleled treasure. She dared not be negligent and immediately sat down cross-legged as instructed, swallowing the Divine Power Fruit.

"boom!"

The pill dissolved instantly upon entering her stomach, unleashing a massive surge of pure vital energy and soul power that washed over her limbs, bones, and soul. Fang Qingwei felt a violent tremor throughout her body; the barrier of her physical body realm was easily pierced like paper before such immense energy! Her acupoints opened, frantically absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, her spiritual power soaring, and she established a subtle connection with the laws of heaven and earth!
In less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Fang Qingwei's aura suddenly changed, and a wave of magical power rippled out from her body. Although it was weak, it was extremely real!

The Mystic Realm of Supernatural Powers is complete!
And also, the Great Entangling Technique!!

She suddenly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with unbelievable joy, and bowed deeply to Li Chengqian: "Qingwei thanks her cousin for granting her this favor!"

Li Chengqian accepted the bow calmly and said indifferently, "Now that you have attained supernatural powers, you have received the true teachings. I hope you will diligently cultivate without ceasing. Also, the supernatural powers you have acquired are too profound; do not easily reveal them to others." "Qingwei understands!"

……

The news that Li Chengqian had survived the great tribulation of wind and fire and achieved the eighth level of supernatural powers spread like wildfire throughout the entire Feathered Ascension Sect. In an instant, Lan Yue Peak once again became the focus of everyone's attention.

Eighth level of supernatural powers, Great Calamity of Wind and Fire!

This is the realm that countless true disciples dream of, and it has blocked countless geniuses.

Veteran disciples like Jialan, Wanluo, and Lingxiao had wasted many years without ever taking this step. Yet Li Chengqian, having only been a disciple for a few years, had surpassed them, becoming second only to Hua Tiandu!

The power structure of the seven true disciples of the Feathered Ascension Sect was instantly shattered. Everyone realized that Li Chengqian was no longer the genius who needed time to grow, but a terrifying existence who truly possessed the ability to compete with Hua Tiandu for the future sect leader position!
Soon, guests began to flock to Lanyue Peak.

The first to arrive was Jialan. She brought several of Jialan's trusted female disciples, presenting generous gifts and congratulating Li Chengqian on his breakthrough. Her attitude was more approachable than before, even carrying a subtle hint of friendly intent. Li Chengqian responded politely and gently, his demeanor as warm and welcoming as a spring breeze.

Immediately afterward, the eldest disciple Hua Tiandu arrived, accompanied by Wan Luo and Ling Xiao, whose expressions were complicated.

Hua Tiandu was still dressed in a simple blue robe, with an ancient face and an unfathomable aura. He wore his usual gentle smile and cupped his hands, saying, "Congratulations, Junior Brother, on achieving the Golden Core and surviving the Tribulation of Wind and Fire. You have added another pillar to our Feathered Ascension Sect! Junior Brother is a genius, and I am ashamed of my own talent."

Li Chengqian returned the greeting with a smile, but he clearly sensed a subtle shadow of unease and apprehension flickering deep within Hua Tiandu's gentle eyes. The smile remained, but it lacked its usual composure, replaced by a barely perceptible stiffness. Especially when Hua Tiandu perceived Li Chengqian's restrained yet powerful aura—like a dragon lurking in the abyss, poised to unleash earth-shattering force at any moment—his own aura fluctuated subtly for a fleeting instant.

"Senior Brother, you flatter me." Li Chengqian's smile remained unchanged as he returned the greeting with a cupped hand and spoke humbly, "I have only been fortunate enough to have some good luck. I cannot compare to Senior Brother's profound foundation. Reaching the Longevity Realm is just around the corner. The future of the Feathered Ascension Sect still needs Senior Brother's guidance."

His words were polite and gave Hua Tiandu face, but the more cautious and calm he was, the more alarmed Hua Tiandu became.

Wan Luo stood behind Hua Tiandu, his face even more unsightly. He had once been defeated by Li Chengqian, but now the other party not only far surpassed him in cultivation, but also enjoyed increasing prestige within the sect. This filled him with mixed feelings, yet he dared not show the slightest resentment, and could only force a smile and agree.

Li Chengqian welcomed the two into the main hall and instructed Xu Wenyuan and others to prepare a banquet in their honor. During the banquet, other renowned disciples from the sect also arrived one after another, making Lanyue Peak a gathering place for heroes, lively and extraordinary.

After several rounds of drinks, Li Chengqian's mind stirred slightly, and he said loudly, "During my recent trip, I had a slightly unexpected encounter and obtained some resources. Today, with all of you senior brothers and sisters and fellow disciples here, it's a good opportunity to share them with you all."

Having said that, he waved his sleeve, and instantly a radiant light shot into the sky!

Millions of Nascent Soul Pills floated in the air like a golden torrent, their pure medicinal fragrance permeating the entire hall; dozens of high-quality magical artifacts, including swords, spears, halberds, bells, tripods, and seals, shimmered with various colors of light; and there were also many rare refining materials, spiritual herbs, and immortal flowers piled up like mountains, many of which were treasures that even Golden Core cultivators craved!
These are all spoils of war taken from the nine great god-kings.

"All disciples of my Lanyue Peak can receive corresponding rewards according to their merits and cultivation levels! Xu Wenyuan, Yuanzhi, and Su Muyu, you three have made the greatest contributions, and each of you will be granted a high-grade magic weapon, 500,000 Nascent Soul Pills, and the right to enter my secret mansion for three months of cultivation!"

Xu Wenyuan and his two companions trembled with excitement and quickly stepped forward to express their gratitude. The other disciples of Lanyue Peak also cheered wildly, their gazes towards Li Chengqian filled with fervor and loyalty.

Even Jialan, Lingxiao, and the others were moved by such a generous reward. They could have managed to provide these resources, but they could never have given them away like this, because once they were given away, their reserves would be depleted!
Li Chengqian's move was not only a reward for his subordinates, but also a demonstration of his strong foundation and financial resources to the entire Yuhua Sect.

Hua Tiandu watched this scene, and the smile on his face almost couldn't be maintained.

'This child has grown too fast, and his strength is unfathomable. Could it be that he really defeated Fan Qingying in Guixu? If this is true, his combat power is probably no less than mine!' Hua Tiandu's mind raced, and a sense of anxiety arose spontaneously. He had been stuck at the tenth level of the Divine Power Realm, the Heaven-Defying Fate-Changing Realm, for a long time, and the risk of breaking through to the Longevity Realm was too great. He originally intended to proceed slowly, but now Li Chengqian's strong rise had disrupted his rhythm.

The banquet continued in an atmosphere that was outwardly lively but inwardly turbulent. Hua Tiandu tried his best to maintain the demeanor of the eldest disciple, chatting and laughing with everyone, but how could that deliberately maintained calm escape Li Chengqian's notice?
After the banquet ended, Hua Tiandu, along with Wan Luo and Ling Xiao, took their leave first. Once they left Lan Yue Peak, the smile on Hua Tiandu's face vanished instantly, replaced by an extremely gloomy expression.

"Senior Brother, what about Li Chengqian..." Wan Luo couldn't help but ask.

"Shut up!" Hua Tiandu interrupted coldly, his eyes flashing with a cold light. This fool, some things are better left unsaid, especially since Li Chengqian's attitude today doesn't seem to be aggressive after defeating Fan Qingying, which makes him somewhat undecided.

(End of this chapter)