Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 270 A Hope

On Muyu Island, a spirit of vigor is rising.

With Jiang Chen subduing the demons with a single sword strike, the situation in Qingyuan County has largely stabilized. Although there are still some minor disturbances, they are ultimately insignificant.

It was precisely because of this that the reputation of the Taoist of Taiping and the Flying Rainbow Sword Immortal became even more renowned, unmatched in Qingyuan County, and even the disciples of the Taiping Sect stood up straighter when they went out.

In the tranquil retreat, beneath the peach trees, Jiang Chen, unusually, was playing chess with someone. His opponent was none other than Fu Ling Sanren.

As he headed towards Wuxian Mountain with his sword, Fu Ling Sanren arrived at Taiping Sect, intending to join. However, his arrival was unfortunate, as Jiang Chen was not on Muyu Island at the time. It was precisely because of this that he waited for a while.

What awaited them was the news that Jiang Chen had drawn a circle on the ground to imprison himself and subdued the demons with a single sword strike.

"Senior's chess skills are superb, yet I have lost."

With a soft sigh, Fu Ling Sanren conceded defeat.

Looking at Jiang Chen at this moment, his face was full of admiration. He had actually prepared to let Jiang Chen win, since he was also quite good at Go, in addition to painting. However, as the game went on, he found that he really couldn't beat Jiang Chen.

They had fought with all their might to maintain the stalemate for so long, but in the end, the dragon was cut down, and they lost the whole game. This only made him more certain of his guess. All of Jiang Chen's actions told him that he was by no means a simple Qi Refining cultivator.

The demons are ferocious, and it is impossible to make them obediently submit by ordinary means. There is only one possibility for the current situation: Jiang Chen's strength has become so great that the demons of Five Immortals Mountain have despaired and see no hope, so they dare not resist at all.

Hearing this, a smile appeared on Jiang Chen's face. He turned his gaze to Fu Ling Sanren, who had white eyebrows and black hair, a kind face and gentle eyes, and a warm aura. Fu Ling Sanren had the demeanor of a Taoist cultivator.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need to call me senior. Just call me fellow Daoist. After all, I'm still young and haven't yet established my Dao foundation."

With a smile on his face, Jiang Chen waved his hand.

Upon hearing this, Fu Ling Sanren did not show it on his face, but he was inwardly puzzled.

"Senior really enjoys this feeling of playing the junior. But that makes sense. Otherwise, he wouldn't have come to this remote and impoverished place to establish the so-called Taiping Sect."

"So be it. Since you like it, senior, I will go along with it. If I really have no hope of breaking through in the future, I can leave behind descendants and tell them that I once called a brother to a Dao Foundation cultivator."

The thought flashed through his mind in an instant, and without much hesitation, Fu Ling Sanren immediately changed his address. However, he ultimately did not address him as "fellow Daoist" directly, but rather as "brother Daoist."

Under these circumstances, the atmosphere between the two became increasingly harmonious.

Fu Ling Sanren, having no way to advance further, wanted to latch onto Jiang Chen, a Dao Foundation cultivator, in hopes of breaking through to the Dao Foundation stage. After so many years as a rogue cultivator and hitting numerous walls, he already knew that as a rogue cultivator, without a great stroke of luck, it was impossible to break through to the Dao Foundation stage.

Putting aside everything else, the inheritance alone is enough to trap most rogue cultivators. In the cultivation world, Qi Refining inheritance might be okay; with some effort, as long as you have the means and spirit stones, you can always manage to obtain it. But Dao Foundation inheritance is different; it is basically controlled by a few Dao Foundation forces and will never be leaked.

While Fu Ling Sanren was trying to curry favor with a powerful figure, Jiang Chen was also quite interested in Fu Ling Sanren.

The Taiping Sect intends to integrate Qingyuan County and even Changfeng County, which requires more strength. After all, although he is strong enough, he is also overwhelmed. Apart from him, the Taiping Sect only has Tao Yao, who is at the Qi Refining Perfection stage.

Under such circumstances, Jiang Chen naturally welcomed the arrival of Fu Ling Sanren. After all, in the cultivation world, it is impossible to suppress everyone with just a title. The cultivation world is never short of audacious and reckless people.

Most importantly, Fu Ling Sanren is skilled in talismanic arts, and his addition will further enhance the foundation of the Taiping Sect.

“Brother Dao, I admire the Taiping Sect for its efforts in quelling demonic calamities and protecting the people. I long to join the Taiping Sect.”

Seeing that the time was ripe, Fu Ling Sanren revealed his intentions. Having anticipated this, Jiang Chen was not surprised at all upon hearing this.

"Since you have this intention, then from now on you shall be the Grand Elder of my Taiping Sect."

Without beating around the bush, Jiang Chen agreed to Fu Ling Sanren's request.

Upon receiving this answer, Fu Lingsan breathed a sigh of relief, but this was not his ultimate goal.

With a solemn expression, Fu Ling Sanren took out a Taoist book from his storage bag.

"Sect Master, this is the talismanic inheritance I obtained in my early years. It contains thirty-six first-tier talismans and four second-tier talismans. I wish to offer it to the sect to strengthen its foundation."

By taking a desperate gamble, Fu Ling Sanren further clarified his stance.

Upon hearing this, and seeing the Daoist book offered by Fuling Sanren, Jiang Chen narrowed his eyes slightly and did not accept it directly.

"A second-tier talismanic inheritance is truly valuable. What do you want?"

With a calm tone, Jiang Chen turned his gaze to Fu Ling Sanren.

"I have cultivated immortality my whole life, only seeking the possibility of establishing a foundation for the Dao. I beg you, fellow Daoist, have mercy on me."

Their eyes met, and Fu Ling Sanren revealed his purpose.

The second-tier talisman inheritance is precious, and this is undoubtedly a high-stakes gamble. However, he has no other choice. Although with his cultivation and talisman-drawing ability, as long as he is willing to submit, even a Dao Foundation power would most likely accept him.

However, the Dao Foundation forces he could come into contact with were basically cultivation families. Given the way cultivation families operated, even if he were willing to be a dog, he would never have the opportunity to forge his Dao Foundation.

Under such circumstances, Jiang Chen, an elder of unknown origin who seemed to be living a carefree life and had specially established a sect, was naturally his only chance.

The foundation of the Dao is hard to come by, and he would accept losing the gamble. After all, for a lone wolf like him, a second-tier inheritance is both precious and not precious. It is something that can be copied and is not unique. Even if Jiang Chen eventually swallows this inheritance, he will accept it.

Hearing this and sensing the sincerity in Fu Ling Sanren's eyes, Jiang Chen fell into deep thought.

To build a foundation for the Dao, inheritance and spiritual treasures are indispensable, but the Taiping Sect does not actually have either of these. Although the Mist Sea Ascending Cloud Scripture points directly to the Purple Mansion, it belongs to the inheritance of the Flood Dragon, which is difficult for ordinary cultivators to cultivate.

As for Lingzhen, that thing is so rare that even he himself hasn't found one yet.

"What you want is not available in the current Taiping Sect, but if you are willing, you can wait and perhaps obtain it."

To be honest, Jiang Chen gave the choice to Fu Ling Sanren.

Upon hearing this, Fu Ling Sanren was not disappointed at all; on the contrary, he was overjoyed. Compared to a casual promise, Jiang Chen's current performance gave him real hope.

"Thank you, Sect Master. One hope is enough."

Without hesitation, Fu Ling Sanren presented the Daoist book to Jiang Chen. From then on, the Taiping Sect gained an elder who had reached the peak of Qi Refining and established the Talisman Hall, further strengthening the sect's foundation.

(End of this chapter)