Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 410 A Game Within a Game: Luring the Enemy [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

Outside the attic.

"Master Xiao, thank you so much."

As Lin Chang'an was about to leave, this Nascent Soul True Monarch actually came out to see him off in person.

Lin Chang'an appeared tempted throughout, yet he seemed hesitant to act rashly due to his limited abilities.

This wasn't an act; such a stunning beauty, coupled with the aloofness of a Nascent Soul cultivator, it would be a lie to say she wasn't moved.

But he really didn't dare to move.

Although he already had the confidence to face a Nascent Soul cultivator, he was currently inside the other party's cave.

Even with his terrifying physical strength, he could instantly gain the upper hand and destroy the opponent's physical body.

However, a Nascent Soul cultivator's Nascent Soul can unleash even greater power.

He can't afford to waste time relying on formations.

"You're too kind, True Lord."

Lin Chang'an cupped his hands in greeting, making no attempt to overstep his bounds. Fortunately, this Ice Butterfly True Monarch was merely using this opportunity to demonstrate the severity of his injuries in order to test him.

It's not that I have any other ideas.

Otherwise, even if she were to set a trap, she, a dignified Nascent Soul True Monarch, would not use such methods against a Core Formation cultivator.

However, feigning weakness only added to her charm as a sickly beauty.

This Ice Butterfly True Monarch has truly underestimated his own charm, and Lin Chang'an is speechless.

What an undeserved disaster, and it was all because of him.

"Now that we are from the same clan, Fellow Daoist Xiao, you can call me Senior Sister."

As they were seeing him off, the Ice Butterfly True Monarch seemed to be affected by the cold wind, and her jade-like hands tightened around her fiery red shawl.

This frail, sickly beauty is so captivating, who wouldn't be confused?

Lin Chang'an was speechless. Whether they were mortals or cultivators, these women were indeed natural-born acting masters.

It was truly flawless, and coincidentally, this scene was witnessed by Teng Changfeng who had just arrived.

"Senior sisters...you guys!"

At this moment, Teng Changfeng stared in astonishment at the scene before him. His beloved senior sister Bingdie, whom he had admired for over a hundred years, was now standing in the cold wind of the cave.

His sickly cheeks were flushed with a rosy glow, as if from drinking alcohol, but to outsiders this scene looked extremely abnormal.

However, in front of him was Master Xiao, a man with delicate features and somewhat flustered eyes.

To make matters worse, he overheard his own ears that his senior sister, a Nascent Soul True Monarch, had a rogue Core Formation cultivator from outside address him as senior sister!
Is this an appropriate way to address someone so intimately?
Something's definitely not right!
Teng Changfeng's face flushed red instantly, and an unbelievable thought arose in his mind.

However, all of this was such a coincidence that Lin Chang'an instantly understood.

This Ice Butterfly True Lord was clearly aiming to kill two birds with one stone.

The test was genuine, and at the same time, there was also the idea of ​​pulling Teng Changfeng into the game.

Fortunately, this intelligence came from him; otherwise, he really wouldn't have understood what this Nascent Soul cultivator was up to.

"So it's Fellow Daoist Fujimura."

Lin Chang'an inwardly groaned. He had hoped to stay out of it and even get a Nascent Soul Pill, but he had ended up getting dragged into it himself.

Forget it, consider it the price for the Nascent Soul Pill. Anyway, he's not a traitor.

Lin Chang'an took a deep breath, cupped his hands to Teng Changfeng, and then cupped his hands to Ice Butterfly True Monarch to take his leave.

Throughout, the beautiful but sickly Ice Butterfly True Lord appeared weak, but she took it all in and a hint of mockery rose in the depths of her eyes.

I originally thought that this Master Xiao was handsome and a member of the demonic path, so he must have some courage.

I never expected them to be so cautious.

However, this cat-and-mouse game piqued her interest, a feeling that had remained unmoved for many years.

It wasn't that he was tempted, but rather that he wanted to see the true face of this Master Xiao, and how this Junior Brother Teng had betrayed the sect!

Thinking of this, the chill in her heart grew stronger, but she gave a faint smile.

“Junior Brother Xiao, Senior Sister’s injuries have become quite serious recently, so I’m afraid I’ll have to trouble you to come by once a month.”

"Yes, Senior Sister Zhen!"

Lin Chang'an cupped his hands in greeting, intending to address him as True Lord, but upon seeing the Nascent Soul cultivator's fixed gaze, he reluctantly changed his address.

Then he hurriedly left.

Seeing this, Teng Changfeng was speechless for a moment, not knowing what to say, until Lin Chang'an left.

"Junior Brother Teng, Senior Uncle Cheng has been preparing a spirit object for you to form your nascent soul. How is the preparation going?"

However, the scene shifts, and the Ice Butterfly Fairy, who had just appeared weak and frail, turns to look at her junior brother with a calm expression and asks a question.

A Nascent Soul True Monarch, a Supreme Elder, inquired about the attitude of his disciples.

This contrast, or rather, the comparison between the two, cast a shadow over Teng Changfeng's heart.

"Senior sister, has your injury flared up again?"

Suppressing the complex emotions in his heart, Teng Changfeng put on a concerned expression and hurriedly asked.

However, throughout the entire process, although this Ice Butterfly True Monarch kept referring to himself as "Junior Brother," his tone of voice and his demeanor clearly showed that he was a high and mighty Nascent Soul True Monarch.

"Junior Brother Teng, Senior Uncle Cheng has placed all his hopes on you, so don't let him down."

Finally, the Ice Butterfly True Monarch calmly turned around, waved his hand, and closed the door.

Despite the cold wind, Teng Changfeng still forced an awkward smile, which, combined with the different tones and attitudes his senior sister used towards him and this fellow Daoist Xiao, made him even more anxious.

It felt as if something inside him had been torn apart.

"How could this be! Senior Sister, it's impossible. Master subtly hinted to me before that once I reach the Nascent Soul stage, he would intentionally try to match us up..."

At this moment, an unnamed fire rose in Teng Changfeng's heart.

He truly never expected that a rogue cultivator from out of town, whom he had never taken seriously, would dare to act like this!
He had always considered Li Xuanzhen, the Nascent Soul sword cultivator of the Great Qian Dynasty, and Jin Jianchuan of the Protectorate Alliance as the greatest threats, never expecting that the greatest threat would come from right beside him.

Moreover, thinking back to the past, I had praised this person and thanked him for healing my senior sister.

Is this how you treat injuries?
"These rogue cultivators are all ignorant and incompetent to the core, and they will use any despicable means for profit."

Teng Changfeng's face gradually darkened. In his view, it was this Xiao who was determined to plot against the Nascent Soul Spirit Object, and that was why he shamelessly gained his senior sister's trust through insidious tricks.

His view is not unfounded; such phenomena are common and frequently occur in the cultivation world.

Some rogue cultivators, due to scarce resources and their cunning, approach female cultivators from powerful clans and sects to obtain resources.

Let's not talk about things far away, let's talk about things closer to home.

The Sima clan used this method back then: they married into the family of a Nascent Soul female cultivator in the Great Qian Dynasty, and by sucking her blood, they gradually grew the Sima family's power.

Finally, he ruthlessly used his own Daoist partner as bait to set up a trap, staging a hijacking of his own territory.

It almost overthrew the entire Great Qian Dynasty.

"You surnamed Xiao! I'll be watching you, and I'll make sure your scheme succeeds!"

After gritting his teeth, Teng Changfeng turned and left, heading towards his master's cave.

……

"Master, this person is likely from another member of the Sima clan!"

Upon arriving at his master's cave, Teng Changfeng solemnly voiced all his suspicions.

His master, who usually showed him great care, frowned slightly this time, then sighed softly:

"Changfeng, sometimes things aren't as you think."

The Venerable Elder Cheng put down the medicinal herbs in his hand, gave his disciple a deep look, and then began to explain:

"We have almost finished investigating this person's background. This Master Xiao has probably inherited most of the Yin Soul Sect's legacy, otherwise he wouldn't be able to discuss the Dao with a Nascent Soul cultivator without much difficulty."

"My niece Bingdie's essence has been damaged, her future ruined, and her cultivation will stagnate here for the rest of her life. But this Master Xiao has considerable talent and the inheritance of the Yin Soul Sect; if he has the opportunity to form a Nascent Soul!"

At this point, Elder Cheng even showed a rare smile.

"When the time comes, even with Changfeng, and three Nascent Soul cultivators in one sect, we will not fear the Corpse Valley."

Upon hearing this, Teng Changfeng was stunned and stared at his master in shock.

how so!
Although what he said made a lot of sense, and it was all the sect's doing, he didn't know how to refute it for a moment, but! But!
"Master!"

However, Elder Cheng waved his hand helplessly and said:

"Changfeng, you must remember that in the world of cultivation, strength is everything. Right now, you should focus wholeheartedly on preparing to form your Nascent Soul."

As for your senior sister, don't worry about her. She suffered a backlash from the cold poison and will probably only be able to stay and oversee the sect for the rest of her life.

"I!"

Faced with his master's stern expression, Teng Changfeng finally fell silent in despair, then bowed and left.

However, after Teng Changfeng left, when only Elder Cheng remained in the main hall, he calmly watched the disappearing figure.

Although this was his own disciple, if he truly betrayed the sect, he would not hesitate to kill him without hesitation.

"Did you find anything?"

After he suddenly spoke, a frosty aura rose in the hall, and the figure of Ice Butterfly True Monarch walked out from the inner hall.

"Uncle Cheng, you're too impatient. If all of this were true, why would you reveal your flaws so easily?"

Then, with a solemn expression, Elder Cheng slowly picked up the pestle again.

"This is also a good opportunity to see how many people in the sect have become disloyal, and how many have already betrayed the sect."

Among the four major forces, the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect is indeed the weakest, but it hasn't reached the point of collapsing completely.

"What do you think of this Master Xiao?"

Elder Cheng Da asked with suspicion, "This elder, who has only recently joined, is actually quite useful to the sect."

The corpse puppets I've crafted over the years are very useful.

Upon hearing this, True Monarch Ice Butterfly calmly sat down on a chair to the side, casually took a sip from the wine gourd at his waist, and then spoke:

"With a firm will and unmoved by external things, even though the woman in colorful clothes was only at the False Core stage, her primordial yin was still intact and her appearance was excellent, this person remained unmoved and single-mindedly pursued the path of the Nascent Soul."

Furthermore, judging from the speed at which he absorbed spiritual energy while healing me, this person's talent is probably either an earth-based or heaven-based spiritual root!

After considering it carefully, Ice Butterfly True Monarch squinted and slowly recounted Lin Chang'an's situation.

Upon hearing this, Elder Cheng was not particularly surprised. Instead, he sighed and said:

"Although there is a mixed bag of people among the rogue cultivators, those who can stand out in their cultivation are naturally extraordinary in terms of both willpower and methods."

Moreover, someone who is determined to reach the Nascent Soul stage must possess exceptional talent. However, if this person truly has the potential to form a Nascent Soul, it's not impossible to try and win them over.

These words were spoken out of desperation, as the sect had suffered too many losses in just one hundred years.

The eldest disciple perished in the turmoil, the second disciple died during the Nascent Soul stage due to the inner demon tribulation, and it turns out that this youngest disciple might even be an inside traitor.

Although Bingdie was injured, she was still a Nascent Soul cultivator, and at the very least, she could protect the sect's legacy.

It can be said that the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect has already formed two Nascent Souls in just a hundred years, and now it is preparing Nascent Soul spiritual objects for its third disciple.

This foundation is definitely not bad.

If he still had Nascent Soul seeds, why would he use Nascent Soul resources to win over outsiders?

If he still had two or three hundred years of lifespan left, he wouldn't mind nurturing another generation. But given the current situation, the sect probably won't have much time left.

Therefore, he needs to consider the sect's interests.

"Using Nascent Soul spiritual objects to win them over is something I think we should wait and not rush to a conclusion."

With a solemn expression, Ice Butterfly True Monarch knew that in the current situation, the Great Qian Dynasty and the Sima Clan were bound to have a war, and Corpse Valley was colluding with the Sima Clan.

At that time, the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect will inevitably be unable to avoid the flames of war.

As for this Master Xiao, if he truly has the ability to form a Nascent Soul, the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect is not afraid of usurping his position.

This is the difference between sects, royalty, and clans. Royalty and clans need bloodlines to continue the lineage, while sects only continue the legacy.

"Forming a Nascent Soul is not that easy. Let alone having only one or two Nascent Soul Formation items, even cultivators with Nascent Soul Formation Pills dare not say they have a 50% chance of forming a Nascent Soul."

Ice Butterfly True Monarch sighed softly; the situation was indeed not good now.

The two then discussed their next plan, intending to lure out any unsettling elements within the sect.

……

Just as the two Nascent Soul Grand Elders predicted, even if Teng Changfeng was an internal traitor, he could not be easily exposed.

However, in the following years, some rumors began to circulate within the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect.

For example, Master Xiao, who had only been a member of the sect for a few decades, often visited the cave of True Monarch Ice Butterfly. Sometimes, when his maids went there, they would hear the clear laughter of their own Supreme Elder.

You must know that this is a high and mighty Nascent Soul True Monarch.

A handsome Core Formation cultivator often managed to make a Nascent Soul True Monarch laugh, and the frequency with which the two met inevitably sparked much discussion.

Previously, Ice Butterfly True Lord never needed any service, but gradually, every month when they met, he would arrange for maids to enter his cave and place various spiritual fruits and spiritual wines inside.

They even occasionally played a game of chess together. No other cultivator of the same generation who grew up together in the sect received this kind of treatment.

Rumors spread like wildfire.

Inside the cave in the snow-capped mountain.

"Senior sister, your injuries seem to have worsened in recent years."

In just three short years, this Nascent Soul True Monarch seemed even weaker, appearing frail and pale, yet he still nodded with a light laugh:

"It's the same old story, and I'm used to it."

The chill emanating from his body was noticeably stronger than when the backlash occurred three years ago.

If Lin Chang'an hadn't known that this person was acting, he might have actually believed them.

But if the other party is acting, aren't they acting too? At worst, we can just play along.

"This time, Senior Uncle Cheng refined a pill, and I need to go into seclusion for a period of time, at least seven or eight years, and at most twenty or thirty years. During this time, I am truly grateful to Junior Brother Xiao for healing Senior Sister."

Lin Chang'an was not surprised to hear this, as it is normal for Nascent Soul cultivators to go into seclusion for one or two decades.

Moreover, over the years, people outside have also learned that this Ice Butterfly True Monarch's injuries have worsened. If no treatment is sought, outsiders will find it abnormal.

However, after thinking about himself, Lin Chang'an seemed to have given it a lot of thought, and took out a bundle of jade slips from his storage bag.

"Senior Sister Bingdie, this secret technique is very beneficial for regulating the disordered energy in the body and healing injuries. I hope it can help you recover soon."

Now that he knew the whole situation, and Lin Chang'an wasn't stupid, he wouldn't let go of such a good opportunity to show himself.

Upon seeing this, Ice Butterfly True Monarch's eyes flashed with a strange light, and then he said softly, "Junior Brother, is there something wrong with this Yin Soul Sect's secret technique?"

"The Yin Soul Sect has long since disappeared; I am merely a rogue cultivator."

When the sect was mentioned, Lin Chang'an sighed softly, his brows showing no trace of responsibility.

This scene made True Monarch Ice Butterfly nod secretly. Calculating the time, this sect had been gone for so many years, and the cultivators left behind back then...

If they had been willing, they would have rebuilt the sect long ago, hoping to one day restore its glory.

This is understandable.

"Then thank you very much, junior brother."

Ice Butterfly True Monarch seemed to know her well, and with a gentle smile, she did not refuse. However, she then took out a bundle of jade slips from her bosom.

"Junior Brother Xiao has been diligently cultivating all these years and has never given up on pursuing the Nascent Soul Dao. This guide to Nascent Soul formation was written by Senior Sister herself, hoping to help Junior Brother attain Nascent Soul status as soon as possible."

Perhaps it was because of the years they had spent together that they discovered that this Junior Brother Xiao had no ulterior motives, and of course, it was also because of the constant efforts they had made to heal him over the years.

Consider it a small compensation, Ice Butterfly True Monarch thought to herself, hoping that Junior Brother Xiao wouldn't disappoint her.

"Thank you, senior sister."

Looking at the jade slip containing Nascent Soul insights, Lin Chang'an was overjoyed, even though he already had quite a few Nascent Soul insights.

It contained gifts from the Sixth Elder of the Azure Sea Palace, some inheritances from the Yin Soul Sect, memories from the Crimson Fire Demon, and gifts from Su Miaoyin.

But in the end, it's really not as good as the Ice Butterfly Fairy's Nascent Soul cultivation experience. It's not that there's a difference between these methods, but rather a matter of adaptability.

If it were my past self, the above would naturally be the most suitable.

However, he has now initially condensed the Xuan Tian Spiritual Body, making him one of the few cultivators in the cultivation world with a spiritual body.

Of the several Nascent Soul cultivation insights he possessed, only the records of this Ice Butterfly True Monarch contained information about the formation of a Nascent Soul from a spirit body. Although it wasn't the same spirit body, the experience of learning from another was far more helpful to him.

After finishing his healing, Lin Chang'an bowed and took his leave as he watched Ice Butterfly True Monarch prepare to go into seclusion.

When only Ice Butterfly True Monarch remained inside the cave, her eyes gleamed as she quietly gazed outside.

"After planning for so long, I hope you won't let your senior sister down."

Those cultivators who can reach the Nascent Soul stage are all people with unwavering Dao hearts and have overcome countless obstacles; they are certainly not simple individuals.

She naturally had her own thoughts and calculations.

"This is……"

However, when Ice Butterfly True Monarch looked down at the jade slip in his hand, a slight smile slowly appeared on his lips.

"Junior Brother Xiao's handwriting is really neat."

The jade slip contained an extremely profound secret technique, which, as the other party said, was very beneficial for regulating one's internal magical power and healing injuries.

She naturally remembered this kindness, and she was also aware that Master Xiao had never hidden his intentions over the past few years.

However, all of this requires passing the final test to win her and the sect's trust.

【Lifespan: 308/1025】

[Realm Level: Late Golden Core (82/100)]

After returning to his cave, Lin Chang'an looked at his cultivation progress over the past three years and nodded to himself. In about twenty or thirty years, he would be able to reach the peak of the Golden Core stage.

At that time, one will form an infant.

Of course, there's also the Nascent Soul Pill from the Myriad Poisons Sect; we'll get it as soon as Teng Changfeng reveals his true colors.

The reason for choosing to trade with this Ice Butterfly True Monarch was twofold: firstly, the other party was injured, and secondly, the other party was still young.

Elder Cheng's lifespan is running out. If he can't bear to part with it and risks dying from the backlash of his inner demons, he'll be in deep trouble.

"However, there are so many things to be aware of when a cultivator with a spiritual body forms their Nascent Soul."

Lin Chang'an then began reading the Nascent Soul cultivation experience handwritten by the Ice Butterfly Fairy, especially the differences between his own Nascent Soul cultivation and that of ordinary cultivators when he possessed a spiritual body.

These insights and wisdom made Lin Chang'an suddenly realize that these were things he hadn't known before.

Although he possessed the remnant soul of the ancient cultivator in red, when he asked the other party a question, the other party's instinctive astonishment and a single sentence left him speechless.

"Does forming a Nascent Soul require any further insights? Isn't it just a matter of directly breaking through once you reach a certain level of cultivation?"

This one sentence left Lin Chang'an speechless, while also making him envious of the power of the ancient cultivators.

Although Nascent Soul cultivators are not commonplace, it is said that in ancient times, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth was abundant, making it relatively easier for cultivators to form Core Formation and Nascent Soul.

However, this also proves that the woman in red must have been quite talented in the past.

"Nascent Soul! I also want to break through directly."

Lin Chang'an sighed helplessly, and then began to concentrate on his cultivation.

However, after the news spread that Fairy Ice Butterfly was preparing to go into seclusion, the sect members became accustomed to it, since this Supreme Elder would go into seclusion every few days after being injured.

However, one thing interrupted Lin Chang'an's peaceful cultivation within the sect.

……

Inside the sect's main hall, streaks of light flew in.

"What happened? Why is the Grand Elder summoning us here in such a hurry?"

"So all the Core Formation elders in the sect have come. It seems we're in trouble."

There were a total of eight Core Formation cultivators who appeared within the sect.

Five of them were disciples trained by the sect itself, and three were guest elders who joined the sect.

Lin Chang'an, the sword attendant, and a third-tier talisman master watched this scene with worried and anxious expressions.

"Master, those who came here this time are all Core Formation cultivators with considerable strength."

After observing the situation with a serious expression, the sword attendant lowered his voice and gave a telepathic reminder.

Lin Chang'an naturally noticed this scene as well, and neither the cultivators with false cores nor those who had just formed their cores were summoned.

It seems there's trouble ahead; these newly formed Core cultivators and pseudo-Core cultivators are clearly not up to par in terms of combat strength.

When Teng Changfeng arrived, everyone greeted him with cupped hands. After all, he was the personal disciple of Elder Cheng Da, and he was preparing to form his Nascent Soul. Naturally, no one dared to disrespect him.

Even this person has emerged from seclusion, and Teng Changfeng even bowed to Lin Chang'an upon seeing him.

"Fellow Daoist Xiao, this is just a little troublesome, but the impact will be minor."

"Senior Brother Teng, what exactly happened?"

"Yes, Senior Brother Teng, the Supreme Elder suddenly summoned us."

The four fellow disciples asked questions with puzzlement, while Lin Chang'an, the sword attendant, and the third-tier talisman master listened attentively.

"Alas, something happened in Yinshan Market. The affiliated Core Formation family of Corpse Valley is harassing this place, and the two Core Formation junior brothers responsible for guarding this place are injured."

"Right now, we can only send highly skilled cultivators to guard the area."

With Teng Changfeng's explanation, everyone suddenly understood.

The Black Mountain Market is located at the border of the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect and the Corpse Valley Market, and the two sects have fought many battles over the market.

It's just that because of the turmoil back then, in recent years, Corpse Valley and the Sima clan have focused on digesting the resources they have taken from the Great Qian Dynasty.

"The prosperity of this Yinshan market depends entirely on the excavation of a Yinling Stone mine. The abundant Yinling Iron produced here is a top-grade material for refining magical artifacts, and its value is extremely precious. It can provide the sect with a considerable income every year."

This also boosted the prosperity of the market town; Corpse Valley clearly coveted this spirit mine.

Just as everyone was discussing this, a flash of blue light appeared at the head of the hall.

The visitor was none other than Cheng Qingsong, the Supreme Elder of the sect.

"Greetings, Grand Elder."

Everyone bowed and paid their respects, but Elder Cheng, with a calm expression, waved his hand and said:

"Alright, you should all understand the situation now. But don't worry, under the control of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Sima clan has already made contact with Corpse Valley."

It's not yet time for a major war to break out, and Nascent Soul cultivators certainly won't participate; it's just some private skirmishes.

After the Grand Elder spoke, everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Don't be fooled by their usual aloofness as Core Formation cultivators; in the event of a sect war, it's not uncommon for Core Formation cultivators to perish.

During that upheaval, two Nascent Soul cultivators perished in the Great Qian Dynasty, and one cultivator with a physical body was destroyed, leaving only his Nascent Soul to escape.

Their sect's Ice Butterfly True Monarch was also seriously injured, and many Core Formation cultivators had perished.

The dangers involved are still vivid in their minds, so naturally no one wants to start a major war.

"Although there will be no war, this Yinshan Market still needs two Core Formation cultivators with high cultivation levels to guard it."

As Elder Cheng spoke, especially emphasizing the words "Yinshan," the group of Core Formation cultivators seemed to understand something after some thought.

Lin Chang'an immediately understood and, without much hesitation, cupped his hands and said:

"Grand Elder, the Yin Mountain spiritual mine is rich in Yin energy. The cultivation methods of other fellow Daoists may not be suitable for it. Fortunately, my cultivation method is of the Yin-cold type."

Before Lin Chang'an could finish speaking, the third-tier talisman master with mid-stage Core Formation cultivation also spoke up with a sincere expression, "I am also willing to go."

In his view, as well as that of other Core Formation cultivators, this arrangement was clearly because the sect had been preparing for Teng Changfeng to reach the Nascent Soul stage for years, and it was probably already at a critical moment.

Therefore, it goes without saying that the candidates will be these guest elders.

Although they were wary, the arrangement was beneficial to both sides.

One proved that they had no ulterior motives, and the other, should anything happen to them during the Nascent Soul stage, would have nothing to do with them.

"Junior Brother Xiao is indeed quite strong."

At this moment, Teng Changfeng pretended to ponder for a moment, then stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said:

"I've often heard my senior sister praise Junior Brother Xiao's extraordinary strength and his skill in Yin Sha puppet making, which makes him well-suited for cultivation in Yin Mountain."

Lin Chang'an nodded sincerely, but looking at Teng Changfeng's appearance, he was speechless.

He knew that this person was eager to get rid of him.

But is this really because they are preparing for the Nascent Soul stage for their disciples?

Knowing the whole story, Lin Chang'an understood perfectly well that it was the best thing for him to be able to extricate himself from the situation at this time.

It's better to close the door and let the sect handle these troublesome matters internally.

"Well, that's fine too."

Elder Cheng pretended to ponder for a moment, then nodded and made a decision.

"In that case, I'll trouble Master Xiao and Master Qiu to go together to Yinshan Market to suppress them..."

Even this Core Formation cultivator, a third-tier talisman master, was assigned to a market town, but relatively speaking, being in the heart of the region greatly reduced the risk.

The three readily accepted the order. Although there would be some risks in going out to guard the area, the rewards would be equally generous.

There are even tributes from the market and the spirit stone mine, so the risk and reward are proportional.

After returning, Lin Chang'an and his sword attendant tidied up and, together with the twenty-odd Foundation Establishment cultivators from the sect who had come to their aid, set off towards their destination.

……

In the sect's main hall.

Watching the figure disappear into the sky, Elder Cheng sighed softly.

"The plan is almost complete; we're just waiting for the fish in the sect to take the bait."

However, his expression changed again when Teng Changfeng appeared outside the main hall.

"Meet the Master!"

After Teng Changfeng entered, he respectfully bowed with his hands clasped.

Elder Cheng, seated at the head of the table, nodded wearily and said:

"Yes, all the unstable elements within the sect have been sent out. During this period, you must not leave the sect to avoid being targeted by those in the shadows."

The Ice Butterfly's poison has backfired, forcing it to go into seclusion again. I also need to prepare to refine a Nascent Soul Pill for you; you should prepare to form your Nascent Soul.

"Yes! Master!"

Seeing his master in this state, Teng Changfeng was filled with gratitude, but his heart was also filled with complex emotions.

He did all this for the sake of the sect, and he believed that his master would understand his good intentions in the future.

"Alright, go down. My lifespan is running out. Besides the Nascent Soul Pill, I have made many other preparations. I am confident that I can successfully form a Nascent Soul this time. Don't let your master down!"

As he spoke the last few words, Elder Cheng gave his disciple a deep look.

Don't let him down! That's his biggest hope.

"Yes, Master!"

At this moment, Teng Changfeng seemed to be overwhelmed with joy, excitedly cupping his hands in a gesture of respect, believing that he had the situation under control.

Of course, he wasn't out of his mind; he simply couldn't think of any other way out of the situation.

As he bowed in farewell and turned to leave the main hall, Teng Changfeng stood on the high platform of the hall, gazing at the entire sect, his heart filled with boundless pride.

The sect will belong to him in the future.

"And this rogue cultivator surnamed Xiao! Hmph, I have a big gift for you when I go to Yinshan this time, consider it a farewell."

Thinking of the spies in Yinshan, Teng Changfeng sneered inwardly.

However, just as he was feeling triumphant, a jade talisman in his bosom suddenly flashed, causing his expression to change. He then quietly headed towards his cave dwelling.

……

Inside the cave.

With a grim expression, Teng Changfeng's jade talisman flickered in the air, revealing a phantom image.

"How are things prepared?"

"Don't worry, Senior Sister Bingdie suffered a backlash from the cold poison and went into seclusion again, while my master is preparing to refine a Nascent Soul Pill for me."

"it is good!"

"We've agreed that you can take the treasure, but you absolutely cannot attack the sect."

Teng Changfeng spoke with a grim expression, while the illusory figure gave a hoarse laugh.

"Don't worry, we are all from the same sect. This time you helped the sect retrieve the lost treasures. After you reach the Nascent Soul stage, the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect will be a spy for my Spirit Beast Sect."

Once the Protectorate Alliance is defeated, the Myriad Poisons Sect can return to its original sect status, and you will become the Nascent Soul Elder in charge of the Spirit Control lineage.

Although Teng Changfeng looked a little unwell, he still nodded.

They were originally from the same clan, but due to certain reasons, they ended up like this.

The Ten Thousand Poisons Sect considers the Spirit Beast lineage to be despicable and does not approve of them.

However, the ancestors of the Teng family had always been spies of the spirit beast lineage, a fact he only learned after he reached the Core Formation stage.

In contrast, he never considered it a betrayal, but rather a way out for the sect.

"Don't worry, the person in charge of this operation has nothing to do with you and won't implicate you. They might even bring you a Nascent Soul item."

"By then, your chances of forming a Nascent Soul should be around 60%!"

Beneath the ethereal figure's hoarse smile, it would be a good thing to strengthen the sect if the Spirit Control lineage could be brought back.

"it is good."

Teng Changfeng also took a deep breath; he did this partly out of personal motives.

He needed to plan carefully if he wanted to achieve Nascent Soul stage, and he would take any chance if he could increase his chances by even a ten percent.

Of course, he also knew that the other party was helping him so much because they wanted him to form a Nascent Soul so that they could control the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect and become a spy for the Spirit Beast Sect.

He's not stupid. Without any benefit, he'd take such a risky thing just because he's a spy for the Spirit Beast Sect passed down from his ancestors.

In the cultivation world, countless cultivators have paid a heavy price to increase their chances of forming a Nascent Soul.

He only needs to make one right choice to get everything.

He controls the future of the sect, along with his senior sister.

In case of war, it can also provide the sect with a way out.

No loss whatsoever.

However, while the two were secretly plotting, they did not notice that an ordinary spiritual plant had appeared in the cave at some point, now emitting a faint ordinary wood-attribute spiritual light.

Meanwhile, inside the sect's main hall, Elder Cheng, using his wood-elemental divine power, watched this scene with an increasingly indifferent expression.

Especially after the two mentioned the turmoil of that year, he felt a surge of murderous intent.

"Hehe! I have indeed raised a good disciple. If it is just to leave a way out for the sect, that's fine. Even if he is plotting to steal the sect's treasure, I can turn a blind eye."

As you said, you at least left a way out for the sect, but I never imagined that the turmoil back then would turn out to be your betrayal of the sect!

At this moment, Elder Cheng's face was gloomy. At first, he could still choose to understand, but it involved the last turmoil.

It turned out that Teng Changfeng betrayed the sect and leaked information about his junior disciple Bingdie.

This led to the downfall of a promising talent who was supposed to revitalize the sect, the tragic death of his eldest disciple, and the failure and death of his second disciple in his Nascent Soul stage. It turns out that his good disciple was behind all of this.

He had suspected it from the beginning, but always thought the problem was with Daqian. In the end, it turned out that he himself had a problem too.

This is no longer for the sect's sake, but for his own personal gain; this person is capable of betraying anyone.

Such a person has taken selfishness to the extreme. They may seem to be doing this for the sect, but in reality, they are hypocritical and have no bottom line.

"You've cut off my sect's path to rise, all for your own selfish gain. Your so-called 'leaving a way out for the sect' is probably just to increase your own bargaining power!"

They were all Nascent Soul cultivators, and having lived for so long, they naturally saw things clearly.

He could accept a Nascent Soul cultivator sacrificing some sect interests for their own benefit, but this kind of pure use was simply treating them as a tool.

In particular, the great secret that Ice Butterfly inherited from the Spirit Control lineage for thousands of years was destroyed by this traitorous disciple!
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