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Chapter 333 Expansion of the Cave Heaven! Opportunities Trouble People's Hearts! I'm Afraid! (Please Subscribe!)

"So it was the 'Phoenix Feather' fairy in person."

The old demonic cultivator who called himself Gu Xuan had a glint in his eyes, and a perfectly measured smile of surprise and politeness appeared on his face. He cupped his hands and said, "It is truly an honor to be received by the fairy in person."

Xu Deling's expression remained unchanged: "Fellow Daoist Gu, have you seen me before?"

"By chance, I caught a glimpse of your beauty in the Taihe Lake Innate Secret Realm, but I never had the honor of exchanging blows with you," Gu Xuan replied frankly.

"I see." Xu Deling nodded slightly, stopped the pleasantries, and got to the point. "I heard that you possess such a rare treasure as the Void Stone and wish to consign it for auction in March."

This item is rare, and ordinary managers, with their limited knowledge, would likely find it difficult to accurately assess its quality and value.

"Fellow Daoist, may I have a look at it, so that you may examine it?"

Gu Xuan pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Since the fairy herself has personally appraised it, I can certainly trust her."

After saying that, his expression became more serious, and he flicked the storage bag at his waist with his right hand.

A ball of light, about the size of a fist and tightly wrapped in several layers of restrictive talismans that shimmered with a faint silver light, appeared in his palm.

As he gently guided the magic, the outer layers of restrictions were gradually dispelled.

In an instant, a strange spatial fluctuation quietly spread out, and the air in the private room seemed to ripple almost imperceptibly.

At the center of the light, a strange stone, about the size of a pebble, with a deep silver-gray color, was revealed.

The surface of this stone is not smooth; instead, it is covered with naturally formed fine silver lines. These lines are not static but slowly flow and flicker.

It seemed as if a small spatial vortex was hidden inside.

The stone itself seems to have no real weight, floating lightly, but its presence causes subtle distortion and refraction of the surrounding light.

The pure and subtle spatial power rippled outwards from the center, like waves on water.

Xu Deling's phoenix eyes narrowed slightly. Although it was the first time she had seen the actual object, she recognized it at a glance as a rare treasure with spatial properties—the Void Stone!

The spatial fluctuations of the Void Stone are difficult for anyone below the Golden Core stage to detect.

Then, she released her divine sense and cautiously probed the Void Stone.

It was determined that it possessed a faint suction force, and if one went too deep, it might even completely devour one's divine consciousness.

This is also a characteristic of spatial treasures.

Xu Deling withdrew his divine sense, looked at Gu Xuan, and said frankly, "Fellow Daoist Gu, this Void Stone is indeed of excellent quality and can be considered top-grade."

Fellow Daoist wishes to consign it for auction, which my Xu family would naturally welcome, however…

She changed the subject, her gaze calm, with a hint of a smile, and said, "Although Void Stones are rare, their uses are not particularly significant."

The auction was attended only by cultivators below the Golden Core stage.

They are basically unable to afford it, and no one would bid for it.

As for the high-level trading conference, some people may want it, but it may not be able to provide what you need, fellow Daoist.

"I think, Fellow Daoist Gu, you brought out this Void Stone not just because you wanted spirit stones, right?"

Gu Xuan's eyes flickered slightly, and he smiled calmly, "The fairy guessed correctly."

"Gu brought it with the intention of selling it to the Xu family."

Xu Deling smiled slightly, "To be honest, my Xu family is also quite interested in this Void Stone."

If Fellow Daoist Rugu's price is right, my Xu family is willing to directly trade this stone.

“Fairy, you speak frankly.” Gu Xuan said slowly, “Then I, Gu, will state my conditions. This stone was hard to come by, and I need some resources to help me improve my strength.”

He paused, then continued, "Three bottles of pills that can improve one's cultivation to the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm. In addition, we also need one mid-grade offensive magic weapon and one mid-grade defensive magic weapon."

In this way, one can have more self-protection capabilities on the path of spiritual cultivation in the future.

If the fairy agrees, I, Gu, am willing to present this Void Stone on the spot!

This price is quite high!
The three bottles of pills that can advance one's cultivation to the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm, along with two mid-grade magic treasures that combine offense and defense, are worth over 250,000 spirit stones.

Upon hearing this, Xu Deling frowned slightly.

After a moment, she gently shook her head and said, "Fellow Daoist Gu's price is too high."

"How much do you think is appropriate, Fairy?"

“Since Fellow Daoist Gu is in dire need of resources, my Xu family is also willing to show our sincerity. As for the pills, I can make the decision and provide two bottles of mid-grade ‘Qingyun Pills’.”

The mid-grade "Azure Cloud Pill" is several times more effective than the low-grade one, and it is even more effective for those in the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm.

As for magic weapons, you can only choose one from offensive and defensive magic weapons.

Fellow Daoist should be aware of the value of a mid-grade magic weapon; the vast majority of mid-stage Golden Core cultivators do not possess any mid-grade magic weapons.

It can only be seen among cultivators in the late stage of the Golden Core realm.

I doubt that even if you participated in a high-level trading conference, you would be able to trade it for a mid-grade magic weapon.

Gu Xuan's expression changed rapidly, clearly indicating that he was making a quick calculation in his mind.

The private room fell silent, with only the faint spatial fluctuations emanating from the Void Stone gently rippling through it.

After a moment, Gu Xuan took a deep breath, a resolute glint in his eyes, and said in a deep voice, "What the fairy says makes sense."

Then, they traded two bottles of mid-grade "Azure Cloud Pills" plus a mid-grade magic weapon for the Void Stone.

As for magical artifacts, Gu needs defensive ones.

“Alright.” Xu Deling smiled and felt relieved. “Then please wait here for a moment. My sect does not have enough Azure Cloud Pills at the moment. I will have to go back to my clan to get them.”

"Thank you, fairy." Gu Xuan clasped his hands in thanks.

Xu Deling nodded slightly, left the Ascension Pavilion, and flew towards the Xu residence in a beam of crimson light.

Then it landed directly in Xu Chuan's courtyard.

"Grandfather," Xu Deling said, cupping his hands in greeting, "It's settled. Two bottles of mid-grade Azure Cloud Pills, plus a mid-grade defensive magic weapon."

"If our Xu family weren't so short of low-grade pills, my granddaughter would have preferred to just give us three bottles of low-grade 'Azure Cloud Pills' to settle things."

Xu Chuan smiled and said, "Are you blaming your grandfather for having such high alchemy skills?"

After saying this, he flicked his sleeve, and two bottles of Azure Cloud Pills flew out and landed in front of him. He said, "In the future, there will be fewer and fewer mid-grade Azure Cloud Pills."

"That means Grandfather's alchemy skills are getting better and better, which is a good thing!"

"In the meantime, refine a few more low-grade defensive magic treasures and mid-grade offensive and defensive magic treasures. They should be useful at the trade fair."

"I know, Grandfather. I've been refining weapons lately," Xu Deling said. "Then I'll go make the transaction first."

"Go."

Xu Deling once again transformed into a streak of light and departed.

Russian qing.

They then returned to Dengxian Pavilion in Dongcheng District.

She handed the Qingyun Pill and a brown shield to Gu Xuan for inspection.

Gu Xuan carefully examined the quality and potency of the Qingyun Pill, then activated the brown shield with his magic. After confirming that everything was correct, he nodded in satisfaction.

Once the transaction is completed, both parties are satisfied with the payment and the goods are exchanged.

"The transaction went well, and I hope to have the opportunity to cooperate with the Xu family again in the future."

Gu Xuan packed his things, stood up, and bowed.

"Fellow Daoist Gu, please take your time. If you have any other rare items or need anything else, please come to my Ascending Immortal Pavilion again."

Xu Deling also got up to see him off.

Gu Xuan said no more, turned and left, his figure quickly disappearing into the crowd outside Dengxian Pavilion.

Xu Deling held the jade box containing the Void Stone in his hand, then returned to the Xu residence, handed the item to Xu Chuan, and then returned to the Tianling Sect.

Xu Chuan's figure flickered, and he entered the "Xu Clan Cave Heaven".

Take out the jade box, and the pebble-sized, silvery-gray Void Stone lies quietly inside.

A few moments.

The silver patterns on the surface of the Void Stone resonated with the "Xu Family Grotto-Heaven," causing it to light up slightly on its own, and the spatial fluctuations it emitted became increasingly active.

Xu Chuan's gaze was calm as he held the Void Stone in his hand. With a thought, he attempted to connect with the cave heaven and digest it.

A strange thing happened!

The Void Stone was suspended in mid-air by a strange force, and the silver patterns on its surface suddenly shone brightly.

Then, its hard stone body began to decompose and dissolve little by little from the edges, turning into countless silver specks of light.

These points of light, drawn by an invisible force, drifted and floated toward the invisible spatial barriers surrounding the cave.

When the light touched the barrier, it silently merged into it.

Om-!
A deep and distant rumble suddenly echoed through the cave!

In an instant, Xu Chuan clearly sensed that the originally clear and stable boundary of the cave began to ripple and expand outward like water!
The entire expansion process lasted about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

period.

Inside the "Xu Clan Grotto-Heaven," the spatial power vibrated violently, clearly enough for a Foundation Establishment cultivator to perceive.

Once everything had calmed down, Xu Chuan scanned the entire cave with his divine sense.

Within a radius of about three miles!

"It really works." Xu Chuan muttered to himself, his face showing little surprise, but rather a thoughtful expression. "The spatial origin power contained in the Void Stone can indeed nourish and expand the foundation of the cave heaven."

However, expanding from only one mile to three miles seems somewhat counterproductive.

If others knew, they would definitely scold Xu Chuan and think he was ungrateful.

However, the "Xu Family Grotto-Heaven" is special; it will automatically expand as Xu Chuan's cultivation level increases, and may even exceed this area.

"Fine, let's just treat it as an experiment."

"However, it is indeed peculiar..." Xu Chuan carefully sensed the changes in spiritual energy within the cave, "The cave's area has expanded nearly three times."

Logically, if the total amount of internal spiritual energy remains unchanged, the concentration of spiritual energy should decrease significantly.

But not much has changed now!

Where does the spiritual energy of this grotto-heaven originate?
Could it be that the membrane of the cave's space automatically draws spiritual energy from the void here to replenish itself?

Xu Chuan found it somewhat difficult to understand, and was equally curious about what lay beyond the cave.

However, he quickly stopped dwelling on it, refocused his attention, and began to organize the newly expanded land.

What's amazing is that these lands are all "black soil," suitable for growing various medicinal herbs.

According to Xu Chuan's deduction.

This should be the initial place of the cave heaven, the original place. The initial expansion was all within the scope of the original place of the cave heaven. Only after it reaches a certain scale will it become a space like a normal secret realm.

Like the secret realms and primordial spaces created by ancient sects, only the creators or those with certain privileges can enter.

Soon, Xu Chuan left the cave.

Then, a message was sent to Xu Deling informing him that the Void Stone had been used.

Xu Deling was quite surprised, but did not ask any further questions.

Then, Xu Chuan silently cultivated himself under the withered and flourishing tree in his courtyard.

[Withering and flourishing, birth and death], withering and flourishing have been perfected, what remains is birth and death, and now Xu Chuan has just embarked on the comprehension of the meaning of birth and death, and is only just beginning to enter the door.

This shows how difficult it was for him to gain this understanding.

However, with this innate destiny, it is always easier for them to understand things than for others.

What's more, there's also the bonus of "Heaven rewards diligence".

With consistent effort over time, one can eventually achieve great success.

Xu Chuan felt that if he could fully comprehend the [Withering and Flourishing, Life and Death], it would be an extraordinary divine power, no less than the [Five Elements Creation Palm].

Tianling Sect, plaza.

A streak of crimson light fell to earth like a meteor, landing lightly and precisely in the center of the wide white marble square.

The light faded, revealing Xu Deling's elegant and spirited figure.

She still wore her crimson-gold robe, her expression calm.

"It's the sect master!"

"The sect leader is back!"

"Disciple pays homage to the sect master!"

The disciples all stopped what they were doing, turned to face Xu Deling, and respectfully bowed with their hands clasped. Although their voices were not in unison, they were filled with heartfelt respect.

Xu Deling's gentle gaze swept over the disciples, and he nodded slightly, his voice clear and melodious: "No need for formalities."

After saying this, he headed towards the main hall of the sect.

Just then, a figure in golden robes walked in from the side. It was Rong Tianyang, one of the elders of the Tianling Sect and a disciple of the Blazing Sun True Monarch.

"Sect Master, please wait!" Rong Tianyang stepped forward quickly, cupped his hands, and said, "I have something I would like to discuss with you, Sect Master."

Xu Deling paused slightly, looked at Rong Tianyang, and nodded, saying, "Elder Rong, if you have something to discuss, let's go to the main hall to talk."

"Yes." Rong Tianyang quickly agreed and followed Xu Deling into the majestic and solemn sect master hall.

The palace doors closed, and the protective barrier quietly rose.

Xu Deling sat down in the main seat, gesturing for Rong Tianyang to sit as well, and said calmly, "Elder Rong, please speak frankly."

After carefully considering his words, Rong Tianyang said, "Sect Master, True Monarch Kurong once said that the Xu family has an opportunity to form a Nascent Soul, which they will present at the high-level trade fair three months from now."

He observed Xu Deling's expression as he spoke.

Xu Deling picked up the spirit tea, took a small sip, and waited for him to continue without saying a word.

Upon seeing this, Rong Tianyang directly stated what was on his mind: "Sect Master is exceptionally talented, possessing the bloodline of the True Spirit. He has already achieved such cultivation in just over a decade since he formed his core."

The path to Nascent Soul is promising!

Rong was curious: why didn't True Monarch Ku Rong leave the opportunity to form the Nascent Soul stage to the sect leader, so that the sect leader could ascend to the Nascent Soul stage in the future?

Xu Deling put down his teacup and looked calmly at Rong Tianyang: "Elder Rong, my grandfather has his own considerations and arrangements for this matter."

What he decides to do is none of my business, a junior!

"Of course!"

Rong Tianyang nodded in agreement, but then changed the subject and sighed softly: "My master has been at the Golden Core stage for quite some time, but unfortunately he has not had the opportunity to form a Nascent Soul."

If he can break through to the Nascent Soul stage, our Heavenly Forging Sect will gain another Nascent Soul Grand Elder!
Sect Master, may you speak with True Monarch Ku Rong about this?

"By bestowing this opportunity upon my master, my Heavenly Forging Sect will surely bestow a generous reward!"

He paused for a moment, then continued, "I think the sect leader certainly wouldn't want my master to stop here, after all, he has been very kind to you."

Upon hearing this, Xu Deling frowned slightly and said calmly, "Senior Brother Lieyang has indeed taken good care of me. If I can repay him, I, the sect leader, am naturally willing."

“Elder Danrong,” her voice remained steady, but carried an undeniable chill, “I have already made myself very clear.”

How my grandfather handled that opportunity was his own business.

As a junior, I will not inquire, make unfounded speculations, or ask for anything on behalf of others.

I am naturally concerned about Senior Brother Lieyang's progress in cultivation.

Whether one can achieve Nascent Soul formation ultimately depends on their own destiny and accumulation of experience. How the resources of the Xu family are allocated is none of the business of outsiders.

This matter ends here!

Rong Tianyang did not expect Xu Deling's attitude to be so tough and decisive, leaving no room for maneuver.

He thought that by bringing up the righteousness of the Heavenly Forging Sect and his relationship with the True Lord of Blazing Sun, Xu Deling would at least give it a second thought, or at least soften his attitude.

Being directly rebuffed at this moment, he immediately lost face, his expression shifting between pale and flushed.

He stood up abruptly, his chest heaving, clearly furious. He wanted to say something, but faced with Xu Deling's calm yet authoritative gaze, he ultimately dared not utter a harsh word.

Finally, he bowed deeply, his tone stiff: "In that case, I have spoken too much! Farewell!"

Having said that, without waiting for Xu Deling's response, he turned and left in a hurry, clearly still seething with resentment.

Xu Deling watched his departing figure, gently shook her head, and murmured to herself, "Grandfather, with your 'Nascent Soul Formation and Bond Formation', everyone's thoughts have become active."

She understood Rong Tianyang's intentions; he simply wanted to use her to maximize the benefits for the Tianzhu Sect and his own faction.

But she can distinguish between what's important and what's not.

In her heart, she was always first and foremost a member of the Xu family, and only then a disciple of the Tianzhu Sect and the sect leader of the Tianling Sect.

If she had to choose between the two, she would choose the Xu family without hesitation.

Rong Tianyang did not return to his residence after leaving, but instead wandered around to the cave of the True Lord of Blazing Sun.

He took a deep breath, suppressed the overt anger on his face, straightened his robes, and then triggered the barrier outside the door to request an audience.

Before long, the cave's protective barriers were lifted.

Rong Tianyang strode in.

Deep within the cave, in the main hall, one could see their master, True Lord Lieyang, sitting cross-legged on a red jade futon, with faint golden flames flowing around him.

Sensing the disordered aura of his disciple, True Lord Lieyang slowly opened his eyes.

"Tianyang? What has angered you? Your aura is even floating." True Lord Lieyang's voice was calm and steady, with his usual gentleness.

Upon seeing his master, Rong Tianyang felt even more aggrieved and resentful. He immediately bowed deeply and said excitedly, "Master! This disciple just spoke with the sect leader about the opportunity to form the Nascent Soul!"

"Oh?" True Monarch Lieyang's expression remained unchanged. "What did the Sect Master say?"

"She...she refused outright!" Rong Tianyang's speech quickened. "Disciple made it clear that if that opportunity could be obtained for Master, helping you ascend to the Nascent Soul stage, it would be a great blessing for our Tianzhu Sect!"
In this way, the relationship between the Xu family and the Tianzhu Sect can become even closer.

As a disciple of the Supreme Elder, she has received the full support and cultivation of the sect, and should therefore help in this matter.

But she responded with "Grandfather has his own plans" and "No need for outsiders to comment".

A firm stance, showing no leniency whatsoever!

He grew angrier as he spoke, and his voice rose involuntarily: "Master! Xu Deling doesn't consider herself a member of the Heavenly Forging Sect at all; she only cares about her Xu family!"
If she is truly willing to speak on your behalf, given how much the True Lord Ku Rong values ​​her, that opportunity might just be within your grasp!

But she just...

"She is absolutely heartless!"

"Have you finished speaking?" Lord Lieyang asked slowly.

Rong Tianyang was taken aback. Seeing his master's calm reaction, he became even more anxious: "Master! This matter..."

"The sect leader is not at fault in this matter." True Monarch Lieyang interrupted him, his voice calm but carrying an undeniable composure. "If you were in her position, what would you do?"
For scions of prominent families, choosing between their family and their sect is inherently a difficult decision.

Although she leans more towards the Xu family, I believe she doesn't entirely disregard my Heavenly Forging Sect.

"Why won't the sect leader speak?"

"The opportunity to form an infant is extremely precious." True Lord Lieyang sighed softly, "If my Heavenly Forging Sect had it, do you think we would hand it over because of someone else's words?"

Even if a powerful cultivator came to ask for it, the Supreme Elders would definitely not give it to them.

The Xu family is the same!

This is a momentous opportunity that will determine the future of a family or clan for thousands of years to come.

Although I don't know why Fellow Daoist Kurong wanted to trade it publicly, he must have his own plans.

Why would I easily change my mind just because of someone else's persuasion?
Even Xu Deling, the junior he valued most, was treated the same way.

You're sending the sect leader to demand it, not to have him get scolded.
This could even damage the close relationship between the grandfather and grandson!

Upon hearing this, Rong Tianyang broke out in a cold sweat. "Master, I was wrong. I didn't think things through enough!"

"You're doing this for your teacher's sake."

"Master, I have offended the sect leader with my words just now. What should I do?"

Lord Lieyang sighed softly, "You don't need to worry about this matter. Go back to your cave and seclude yourself for a while to cultivate your character."

Don't let external things blind you anymore!
"I will go to the sect leader and explain to her. I believe she is broad-minded and will not hold it against me."

"Thank you, Master."

After speaking, Rong Tianyang bowed and left the cave, returning to his own residence.

After a while.

Lord Lieyang left his cave and flew towards the sect leader's main hall.

Inside the main hall, a beam of crimson light landed.

Xu Deling opened his eyes and looked over, saying, "Senior Brother Lieyang, what brings you here?"

"It's all because of my foolish disciple. He was distracted by the 'Chronicle Formation Opportunity' and did something offensive to you, Junior Sister. I've come here to apologize."

Lord Lieyang bowed and said.

"Senior Brother Lieyang, you flatter me." Xu Deling sighed softly, "I can understand Elder Rong's thoughts. He respects you too much and hopes that you can reach the Nascent Soul stage, which is why he is pressing you step by step."

"Junior sister, there's no need to cover for him. He does respect me, but he also has his own selfish motives. It's like the Xu family now has a powerful demon in human form as a backer, which makes many things much easier for them."

And no one dared to say anything!

Xu Deling smiled slightly, clasped his hands and said, "Junior sister admires Senior Brother Lieyang for being able to resist the temptation of the 'Nascent Soul Formation Opportunity' and not let it corrupt his mind."

The junior sister believes that the senior brother will definitely reach the Nascent Soul stage in the future!

"Junior sister, please don't tease your brother." True Lord Lieyang said with a wry smile, "A few days ago, I also couldn't help but want to go and discuss this with Fellow Daoist Kurong several times."

I'm so confused I can't calm down at all.

It took a long time for me to understand that Fellow Daoist Kurong must have had his own profound reasons for doing this.

Normally, he would have kept this opportunity to form a Nascent Soul for himself, or at the very least, for the Xu family.

The reason for releasing it now is definitely to gain greater benefits.

The weight behind this benefit is too heavy for me to bear.

Only after I understood this did my heart gradually calm down.

Since it's not meant to be, and I can't force it, the best thing to do is to let it go.

Xu Deling felt a surge of admiration. With such a character, the Blazing Sun True Lord might truly be able to overcome his inner demons in the future.

"Senior Brother Lieyang, to be honest, I was unaware of my grandfather's plan this time," Xu Deling said. "There are some things my grandfather will tell us, and some things he won't."

We, the Xu family, never force anything; we simply follow our grandfather's arrangements.

He will speak when he wants to.

My grandfather's vision was never focused on the present.

Many people only saw the prosperity of the March auction and trade fair, and the power of the Xu family, but my grandfather was looking decades or even centuries into the future.

Xu Deling said, word by word, "What he sees is the future of my Xu family!"

"I'm quite satisfied with your explanation, Junior Sister, so I won't disturb your cultivation any longer. As for my disciple's matter..."

"Don't worry, senior brother. Junior sister will not blame him, nor will she forget the cultivation of Tianzhu Sect."

Lord Lieyang nodded slightly and left with a smile.

Xu Deling sent a message to Xu Chuan about this matter.

Xu Chuan also praised, "Fellow Daoist Lieyang has a good character."

“If there is an opportunity in the future, Grandfather will lend him a hand, but not now, unless one day our Xu family has a Nascent Soul cultivator in charge and becomes one of the top forces in Tiannan.”

Perhaps only then can one freely bestow the opportunity to attain the Nascent Soul stage.

Their previous arrogance only brought trouble to the Xu family.

"Granddaughter understands."

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, there is only one month left until the "Yunxi Conference".

The auction and trade fair will be held in the inner city.

It was completed at this time.

Regardless of whether it's Tiancang Prefecture or Tanlang Prefecture, many people have consigned their items for auction.

Some people, however, did not agree to this arrangement and instead traded directly with the Xu family to obtain the cultivation resources they desired.

soon.

Mo Wentian quietly came to visit.

The main hall of the Xu family.

"Senior Mo, what brings you here?" Xu Chuan asked Mo Wentian with a faint smile.

"Speaking of which, this is the first time I've visited since Yunxi City was established," Mo Wentian said with emotion. "Given the relationship between our two families, I should have come much earlier."

But worldly ties bind us.

"Senior Mo, please speak frankly."

“Fellow Daoist Xu, our combat strength is not much different. You can address each other as fellow Daoist. Calling each other senior is really a bit too formal.”

"Since you put it that way, then I, Xu, will respectfully comply. Please speak frankly, Fellow Daoist Mo," Xu Chuan said with a faint smile.

Although he could guess a bit of it, such things naturally had to be said by Mo Wentian himself.

"Firstly, it's to apologize," Mo Wentian said. "You know about the past conflicts between my Mo family and the Xi family, which resulted in the Tiancang Sect being severely damaged."

Therefore, in order to expand their own power and fight against the Xi family, they inevitably had to do things that offended the Xu family.

Please forgive me, Fellow Daoist Xu.

The main reason was that Tiancang Prefecture was leaderless at that time, which gave Mo a lot of ideas.

It now seems that the Xu family is more suitable to replace the Tiancang Sect and take control of the Tiancang Prefecture.

After a brief pause, he looked into Xu Chuan's eyes and continued, "This is a gift of apology. Please take a look, Fellow Daoist Xu."

Mo Wentian took out a storage bag and placed it on the table next to Xu Chuan.

Xu Chuan swept his divine sense across the area and smiled faintly, "What apology or not? I don't recall ever doing that."

Mo Wentian was indeed very good at dealing with people, and he gave quite a lot of things, all of them rare spiritual herbs and materials.

There's even one missing auxiliary ingredient for the Xuanming Pill!

However, there was not a single innate spiritual object among them.

The Mo family's foundation in the Golden Core stage is not particularly strong, even weaker than the Lei family, which ranks last among the four major powers.

Besides assisting in the formation of the Golden Core, innate spiritual objects can also be used to comprehend supernatural powers, forge magical treasures, and many other purposes, so the Mo family is naturally reluctant to give them away.

However, Mo Wentian knew that Xu Chuan valued these spiritual herbs and materials more.

Therefore, extensive preparations were made.

"It's good that Fellow Daoist Xu is willing to accept it." Mo Wentian stroked his beard and smiled. "Secondly, the situation in Tiancang Prefecture is clear now, but it's not something the Xu family can do overnight if they want to completely control Tiancang Prefecture."

My Mo family is willing to form an alliance with the Xu family to help Yunxi City replace Tiancang Sect more quickly.

What do you think, Fellow Daoist Xu?

"The Lei family has already sided with your Xu family, and now my Mo family has joined in as well. The Tiancang Sect is already struggling to survive on its own. As long as your Xu family is willing, you can suppress the Tiancang Sect at any time."

"Holding the reins of the Heavenly Palace!"

"At the Yunxi Conference a month from now, Fellow Daoist Xu, your aim is also to promote the strength of your Xu family to everyone."

What the people desire is what everyone will go for.

At that time, even though your Xu family did not replace the Tiancang Sect, in the eyes of the various forces in Tiancang Prefecture, Yunxi City was already the uncrowned king of Tiancang Prefecture.

No one will disobey the Xu family's orders!

As for the Heavenly Azure Sect, it's nothing more than a struggling prisoner.

Xu Chuan waved his hand, smiling broadly, and said, "Fellow Daoist Mo, you flatter me too much. My Xu family only has seven people. To say that we are the leaders of the Heavenly Azure Palace is a bit of an exaggeration!"

"Fellow Daoist Xu, do you think I'm joking?"

Mo Wentian said, "You can trust the sincerity of my Mo family. Moreover, I cannot harm your Xu family and I owe you a favor."

Our two families are natural allies!

"If they're allies, why did they send someone to assassinate my granddaughter, Deyue? If they're allies, why did they create a beast tide to destroy my Yunxi City? If they're allies, why did they specifically warn the Cang family not to help the Xu family set up their formation?"

"So you knew all along." Mo Wentian sighed softly, his eyes filled with complex emotions, including admiration and a hint of fear.

"It seems that when you made the agreement with me, you deliberately didn't block the road, didn't you?"

"Who knows?" Xu Chuan said with a slight smile.

"Whatever your conditions, Fellow Daoist Xu, please feel free to name them. As long as my Mo family can afford them, please speak up."

Although Xu Chuan was a Golden Core cultivator, he instilled a sense of fear in Mo Wentian.

He considered himself to have good insight and strategy, and to be very patient, but compared to Xu Chuan, he was being manipulated and applauded, yet he was still complacent.

He thought he was in control of the world, but in reality he was just a pawn on someone else's chessboard.

"Back then, the war between the two prefectures was only just beginning to unfold, but you had already foreseen that war would inevitably break out and that both sides would ultimately suffer heavy losses."

Of course, according to the original situation, the Greedy Wolf Mansion should have been guaranteed to win.

If I'm not mistaken, Fellow Daoist Xu felt that the victory of the Greedy Wolf Mansion was not in the interest of your Xu family, so you somehow managed to invite Ancestor Xuan Yue and Yan Longzi of the Heavenly Forging Sect.

However, you seized the opportunity too precisely. Just when Tiancang Sect was severely damaged and Xi Daoyun was on the verge of death, Ancestor Xuanyue and others appeared.

The timing was so precise it almost seemed like a coincidence.

Xu Chuan's methods weren't perfect, and we couldn't guess them at the time, but afterward, by looking back at some clues, we could naturally detect the tricks.

Xu Chuan knew he couldn't hide it, and he never even considered doing so.

After all, the matter has been settled, and it's no use for a few individuals to dwell on it.

The Xu family eventually rose rapidly and reached the pinnacle of Tiancang Prefecture!
“In my entire life, I, Mo, have never admired anyone. Fellow Daoist Xu, you are the first person I admire, yet also fear.”

"Fellow Daoist Mo, I am merely a minor Golden Core cultivator. You are exaggerating. Moreover, are you afraid of forming an alliance with my Xu family?"

"That's precisely why we need to form an alliance. I'm afraid that my family might disappear without a trace one day."

Like the Tiancang Sect, they probably still believe that they've fallen to this state because of the Tanlang Sect.

Actually, they should thank you, Fellow Daoist Xu.

"It's because of you that they've been able to linger on for so many more years!"

(End of this chapter)