Immortality and cultivation begin with full comprehension.

Chapter 213 Two roads
"Okay! Go ahead! It won't take you long to break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm. Who knows, we might be able to meet again in less than a month."

Li Yunjing chuckled, stepped forward and gently hugged Yu Yunyi before sending her onto the teleportation array.

The outer disciples watching from the sidelines were filled with envy.

Senior Brother Li is really riding high lately. Not only is he incredibly strong, but he's even managed to win over a true disciple. What kind of skill is that?
These outer disciples had no idea that Li Yunjing had advanced to the Foundation Establishment Realm.

If they knew, they'd be absolutely shocked.

"Okay! I'll get out of quarantine as soon as possible! Wait for me!"

On the teleportation array, Yu Yunyi adjusted the coordinates and looked at Li Yunjing with a very complicated expression.

Having just experienced intimate contact, the thought of having to part ways was something even someone like Yu Yunyi found hard to bear. Despite her powerful magical abilities, she was still a woman who longed for love.

"Okay! I'll wait for you!"

Li Yunjing smiled and waved to Yu Yunyi.

"boom!"

As the teleportation array activated, spirit stones in the surrounding grooves burned and transformed into surging energy, creating a light shield. The beautiful figure disappeared into the light shield with a flash of light.

After Yunyi left, the strange phenomena on the teleportation array stopped. Only then did Li Yunjing step onto the teleportation array, adjust his coordinates, and teleport back to "Seven Star Peak".

At "Welcoming Peak," only a group of patrolling disciples remained, watching the two figures disappear with envious eyes...

It was deep winter, yellow leaves were falling, and everywhere was covered in silver frost.

Returning to "Seven Star Peak," standing on the mountainside, looking up at the summit and down at the foot of the mountain, Li Yunjing felt a surge of excitement.

This is his home!
Having been away for a while and witnessed the dark side of the cultivation world, Li Yunjing cherished his time at the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" even more.

"Senior Brother Li, you've returned from your training?"

Several inner disciples guarding the teleportation array greeted Li Yunjing with smiles.

On "Seven Star Peak", very few people go out, and the number of times they go out can be counted on one hand. Only this senior brother Li often goes in and out of "Seven Star Peak" through the teleportation array on the mountainside.

The inner disciples guarding the teleportation array were all very familiar with Li Yunjing.

"Haha! Just got back! Nothing's been happening up in the mountains lately, right?"

Li Yunjing greeted them and casually asked.

"All is well! Our 'Seven Star Peak' remains unchanged!"

An inner disciple responded with a smile.

Although everyone is a disciple of the same level, their status is very different here at "Seven Star Peak". After all, Senior Brother Li is a first-level high-level array master!
Such a person would probably be an important elder in a small family or sect.

In terms of status, few among the inner disciples of "Seven Star Peak" could compare with Li Yunjing.

Therefore, everyone treated Li Yunjing with great courtesy.

"Everyone, I'm going up now!"

Li Yunjing smiled and held up his finger, pointing to "Seven Star Peak".

"Take care, Senior Brother Li!"

Everyone else responded.

Along the way, Li Yunjing greeted many of his fellow disciples who were patrolling the mountain. Starting from the mountainside, they climbed to the cloud-shrouded summit of "Seven Star Peak" and entered "Seven Star Palace".

Within the "Seven Star Palace," spring reigns all year round. Unlike other places, it is always shrouded in an array, ensuring a consistently comfortable environment.

Upon entering the "Seven Star Palace," Li Yunjing's mood improved considerably.

Instead of returning to his own "Qiwu Manor," Li Yunjing directly activated a communication talisman and sent a message to Xu Wuyi. After confirming that the nominal deputy peak master was in his office and had time to talk to him, Li Yunjing went straight to the front of the "Council Hall."

Li Yunjing had immense influence wherever he went. After greeting the guards at the entrance, he went straight up to the third floor and found the deputy peak master, Xu Wuyi.

"You've advanced to the Foundation Establishment Realm, kid?"

The moment Xu Wuyi saw Li Yunjing, his mouth fell open, and his eyes were filled with shock.

He suddenly stood up from his chair, placed his hands on the desk, and stared straight at Li Yunjing, hardly believing his eyes. A cultivator had gone from the first level of Qi Refining to the first level of Foundation Establishment in less than two years!

What kind of miracle is this?
Can you advance to a higher level in two months?

Is that human being?
Back then, it took Xu Wuyi more than ten years to advance from the Qi Refining Realm to the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Even so, Xu Wuyi had already become a very famous genius in his small team.

Back then, the elders of the sect praised him, and his peers envied him. Xu Wuyi was also a genius who had once been in the limelight. Now, seeing Li Yunjing reach the Foundation Establishment stage, he felt a mix of emotions.

Comparing people to each other makes people angry!
Xu Wuyi had been attacked by Li Yunjing many times, but the commotion that this kid caused each time was bigger and more terrifying than the last. This time, he actually broke through to the Foundation Establishment Realm, which was simply unacceptable to Xu Wuyi!

According to the calculations of the Void One, Li Yunjing needs to hone and mature before he can advance to the Foundation Establishment Realm, and it will take at least another year or two before he has any hope.

This situation is truly unexpected and unacceptable.

"Hehe! There's no way around it! He's a genuine Foundation Establishment Realm cultivator!"

"Originally, I was planning to wait two years before breaking through my cultivation level, then participate in the inner sect competition and win first place!"

"But now the opportunity is gone, we've missed out on a huge amount of resources!"

Li Yunjing sat in the chair, skillfully brewing spiritual tea with the ethereal teapot, and poured himself a drink.

Li Yunjing showed no humility whatsoever in front of Xu Wuyi.

He was already quite familiar with Xu Wuyi, so there was no need to pretend. Li Yunjing felt very relaxed with this deputy peak master, without the tense atmosphere he usually felt with his superiors.

"You little brat! You're really arrogant!"

Upon hearing Li Yunjing's words, Xu Wuyi was nearly driven mad with anger and couldn't help but curse.

You think you can just take first place in the inner sect competition like that? Who do you think you are?

As for Li Yunjing's carefree and unrestrained attitude towards him?
I don't care about emptiness; this kind of genuine expression is quite nice.

Not everyone can do this in the face of nothingness.

"Heh heh! We're on equal footing now, Steward Xu, and you're still calling me a brat?"

Li Yunjing chuckled, showing no anger at Xu Wuyi's mocking remarks.

The two had a good relationship.

Xu Wuyi treated him very well and mentored him extensively. They had a teacher-student relationship and were also friends. When someone jokingly scolded him, it was a sign of their close relationship. If Li Yunjing got angry, then he would have no conscience.

Li Yunjing is kind to those who have helped him, and he won't hold a grudge against someone just because of a single word.

This is not his principle in life.

"Tell me! What are your plans for the future?"

Xu Wu sighed, his expression complex, and asked in a deep voice. He already knew why Li Yunjing had come; now it was up to Li Yunjing to make a choice.

At this moment, Xu Wuyi could not say much.

Some choices can only be made by oneself.

If Li Yunjing's future is affected by his words, and he doesn't develop well, wouldn't Xu Wuyi be unjustly resented by others?
An old man like him wouldn't make that mistake.

For things that aren't certain, Xu Wuyi never responds, reminds others, or makes promises.

It was this caution and prudence that allowed Xu Wuyi to stand out from many Foundation Establishment cultivators and take charge of the daily affairs of "Seven Star Peak".

"Of course, he's a true disciple!"

Li Yunjing spoke without any hesitation, his voice firm and resolute.

After advancing to the Foundation Establishment Realm, Li Yunjing had two paths to choose from.

One method is to establish a steward within the "Seven Star Palace" through its operations, thereby gaining control over a portion of its power.

Secondly, by passing the sect's assessment, one can be promoted to a true disciple, and in the future, one can compete for a higher position, and even have the opportunity to ascend to the position of the supreme leader of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect".

Both paths have their advantages and disadvantages.

The first path offers immediate benefits but sacrifices any hope of advancement, especially the possibility of becoming the supreme leader.

The second path is incredibly stressful, involving numerous struggles.

There is competition among true disciples, unless someone chooses to give up a higher position and authority.

However, true disciples also have great advantages. Those true disciples who are famous throughout the world have a high probability of advancing to the Golden Core Realm, and may even be able to seek the position of the sect leader.

In terms of future prospects, true disciples have a brighter future than those sect deacons.

The benefits of being a true disciple are immense. Although there are some risks, Li Yunjing is ambitious and capable, and wants to give it a try.

In particular, the supreme leader of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" is extremely powerful. With just a word, he can decide the life and death of hundreds of millions of cultivators in the entire Southern Heaven Continent.

Even a genius of Li Yunjing's caliber wouldn't have the chance to meet such a great figure.

Every genius would want such a glorious day.
Li Yunjing was no exception; he naturally also dreamed of such a glorious day.

"Alright! Then I'll tell you about the procedure for becoming a true disciple!"

Seeing that Li Yunjing had chosen this path, Xu Wuyi had a slight smile on his lips, seemingly very pleased with Li Yunjing's choice.

A genius should make this choice; otherwise, becoming a butler like him would mean wasting one's life and talent on trivial matters, squandering one's entire existence.

"Please enlighten me, Steward Xu!"

Li Yunjing's expression turned serious, and he asked in a deep voice.

“Now that you have advanced to the Foundation Establishment Realm, I can report to the higher-ups through the Seven Star Palace.”

"When the time comes, your information will be reviewed. Once it is confirmed that there are no problems, someone will summon you to participate in the trial of the true disciple. Only by completing the task perfectly can you be promoted to the true disciple."

"Nothingness explained."

"Okay! I understand!"

Li Yunjing nodded, raised an eyebrow, and asked, "Steward Xu, now that I've been promoted to a true disciple, will my status be elevated within our 'Seven Star Palace'?"

"Heh! You haven't even passed the assessment yet, and you're already thinking about what it will be like to be promoted to a true disciple?"

Xu Wuyi chuckled to himself, thinking that Li Yunjing was too confident.

However, Xu Wuyi greatly admires this kind of confidence!

This kid has a bright future!
Not the kind of arrogant, clueless egomaniac!
Li Yunjing's character suited Xu Wuyi's taste, and he was happy to lend Li Yunjing a hand and see how far this kid could go.

"Isn't that simple? I escaped from a Golden Core Realm demon king, I don't believe my assessment involves Golden Core Realm experts!"

Li Yunjing was very confident in his abilities and had no worries whatsoever.

This conclusion was drawn from numerous major battles and life-or-death trials.

It wasn't that Li Yunjing was blindly arrogant or boastful.

"After you are promoted to a true disciple, you will enjoy the same treatment as a steward in the 'Seven Star Palace' and have a great deal of autonomy. Whether or not you do tasks is up to you!"

Xu Wuyi continued, "In addition, the second-tier data of the 'Seven Star Palace' can be opened to you, allowing you to learn higher-level formations and related knowledge."

After listening, Li Yunjing nodded, seemingly unsure whether to agree or disagree.

"Oh, right! There's something like this! Yu Yunyi, the true disciple of 'Chaoyang Peak,' and I have secretly pledged our lives to each other and become Daoist partners. Could she move into the 'Seven Star Palace' to live?"

"As a true disciple, do I really need to be vetted even when a family member or friend comes home?"

Li Yunjing asked with dissatisfaction.

This matter is a thorn in his side. No matter what, Yu Yunyi has the right to go home!

As for his other friends, Li Yunjing should take this opportunity to try to secure some spots. Otherwise, living in the top-tier "Qiwu Mountain Villa" without any friends visiting would be like wearing fine clothes in the dark.
"Yes! After being promoted to a true disciple, you have the right to allow some people to enter the 'Seven Star Palace'."

"But there are only ten spots available! And you have to register, be issued a guest jade slip from my 'Seven Star Palace,' and if any problems arise with these people, you will be fully responsible and bear the consequences!"

After thinking for a moment, Xu Wuyi said in a deep voice.

This is the bottom line he has set.

There are at least 800 to 1000 people who know Li Yunjing; he has a lot of friends and connections.

If everyone came to the Seven Star Palace to find Li Yunjing, then the Seven Star Palace wouldn't have to do anything but investigate these people's information.

The Seven Star Palace is busy with important matters; how could they have time to deal with these messy people?
Ten slots are still within our capacity.

Moreover, the ten people closest to Li Yunjing must be core members of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" and are trustworthy. It's not surprising that they entered the "Seven Star Palace".

This is the calculation of nothingness.

"Okay! There are fewer spots available, but it's still much better than before!"

Li Yunjing smacked his lips, not entirely satisfied, and shook his head slightly.

"Kid, go home! Don't act all innocent after getting the benefit! As for your matter, I'll take care of it right away! Go home and wait for my news!"

Seeing Li Yunjing like this, Xu Wuyi impatiently chased him away.

"Hehe! Thanks a lot! Steward Xu is really kind of you!"

Li Yunjing stood up, said this with a grin, reached out and poured out more than a dozen tea leaves from the empty tea box, and then strode towards the door.

"This boy..."

Seeing that Li Yunjing showed no politeness whatsoever, Xu Wu sighed, smiled softly, and picked up a communication talisman.

(End of this chapter)