There are no ancestors at all; I made them all up.

Chapter 65 Ascent
"Fellow Daoist, please wait a moment, the wine-flowing ceremony is about to begin."

After leading Chen Qing and the other person to their seats, Su Qingyi gracefully departed.

Chen Qing'an sat there contentedly, looking around with his eyes raised.

The view here is expansive, with distant peaks rising and falling, and clouds swirling around them, a beauty that seems otherworldly.

"This scene is a masterpiece of nature. If it were painted on a scroll, with a little guidance, it would be a superb visualization painting," Chen Qing commented after looking at it for a while.

Beside her, Xu Zhaoying, dressed in a lake-green dress, looked helpless as she said, "You, even at a time like this, are still thinking about cultivation..." She sighed, "I thought I was the one who brought you to see the beautiful scenery of these mountains, but unexpectedly, it was you who led me out of my predicament. I only hope that the 'Heart-Cleansing Jade Spring' on this mountain is truly miraculous and can stabilize your injuries. Actually, it's with Seventh Brother..."

Chen Qing smiled and said, "With the Seventh Prince's help, I was able to stabilize my body, but it would be really unreasonable to let him recuperate from now on. Besides, it is said that the Star Silence Tribulation Light is a fragment of the Xuanmen. If I can nurture it, that would be extraordinary..."

Just then, two figures came straight towards them.

The woman in the lead wore a Taoist robe with cloud patterns. She had a gentle and graceful demeanor, and her brows were pale from recovering from a serious illness. She was Su Qingyi's elder sister, Su Qingxuan.

Upon reaching Chen Qing's desk, Su Qingxuan broke free from Su Ming's support and bowed deeply to Chen Qing: "Fellow Daoist Chen saved me from imminent danger; your kindness is as great as destiny itself. I, Qingxuan, am deeply grateful!"

Su Ming also bowed and said, "Su Ming thanks you for saving my life!"

Chen Qing nodded slightly and smiled, "It was just a coincidence, a chance encounter, no need to worry about it."

Su Qingxuan and her brother bowed solemnly again.

At this moment, the floating lanterns had drifted to the middle section of the Lingquan Spring, illuminating the entire stage.

Su Qingyi stood at the source of the spring, her wide sleeves fluttering lightly, and said, "The banquet begins."

As the clear sound faded, the zither suddenly rose, and the cultivators either drank and discussed the Dao, or recited poems with trembling sleeves. Rare birds and beasts occasionally darted among them. A spirit ape held a jade pot and refilled it with fine wine; a crane carried a spirit fruit and placed it on the table; a seven-colored spirit deer carried a fairy flower in its mouth and came riding on the clouds to offer it at the most exciting part of the discussion.

Starlight drifts by, celestial music plays, creating an atmosphere of carefree detachment.

Chen Qingjing sat quietly watching the banquet, clapping his hands and laughing.

Qin Guanlan of the Heavenly Secrets Alliance was the first to step forward and pay his respects. Several other figures then arrived gracefully, some offering elixirs, others leaving jade slips, their words filled with respect and admiration. When someone mentioned the earth-shattering chess game, Chen Qing simply smiled and remained silent.

As night deepened, the Milky Way hung low.

The banquet was drawing to a close, and as everyone drank and became more animated, the discussions gradually subsided.

The Lingquan Star Lantern drifted away with the waves, and the figures on the glazed platform were sparse.

As Xu Zhaoying gazed at the star-shaped peaks rising and falling in the sea of ​​clouds and the distant flowing light, she suddenly felt a sense of emptiness.

"When gathered, they form a scene; when dispersed, they become an atmosphere." Chen Qing's voice rang out at the right moment. "Let's go."

After the banquet, Su Qingyi suppressed her smile and led the two onto a cloud bridge that descended from the mountain peak, heading straight into the depths of the sacred mountain.

The valley is filled with dense spiritual energy that forms a mist, and at its center lies a secluded pool with crystal-clear water, where starlight shimmers in the depths.

"This is the Jade Spring of Cleansing the Heart, which contains the vitality of creation and may be able to delay the collapse of Fellow Daoist Chen's Dao foundation." Su Qingyi said softly, with a trace of pity in her eyes, "But you have not yet become a Yin Spirit, your life has not been released, and your success or failure is uncertain. Once you enter the pool, who knows when you will be able to emerge... Is there anything else that is not yet finished?"

Chen Qinghun didn't care and took out a jade slip from his pocket and handed it to Xu Zhaoying: "This is the recipe for the 'Early Sun Melting Snow Pill', which can cure the cold poison in Chen Xuan's body. The main ingredients required have been agreed to be provided by Master Su. The ingredients needed for your pill and Lin'er's pill are also included in this recipe."

Xu Zhaoying accepted it solemnly.

"And then there's my sect's legacy," Chen Qing suddenly said with a hint of melancholy. "I've entrusted the cultivation techniques and insights to Elder Lü for safekeeping. Yin Lin'er is capable of inheriting the lineage, but I originally wanted to revive the sect, unfortunately..."

Xu Zhaoying interrupted him, saying seriously, "The Hidden Star Sect has been registered in the genealogy of the Immortal Dynasty's Hundred Sects and is listed as a superior sect! My fifth sister also asked me today to ask you where you wish to establish your sect in a blessed land. The entire territory of the Immortal Dynasty is yours to choose from!"

Chen Qing was taken aback, then suddenly realized what was happening.

Perhaps the revival of a sect does not necessarily require a large number of disciples. By breaking the deadlock, one gains the support of the masses and the people, which will pave a bright future for the sect. As long as it is handled properly, it can rise to prominence.

With that thought, he breathed a sigh of relief.

As for where the mountain gate will be located...

The image of Mingxia Mountain flashed through Chen Qing's mind, but he suppressed it.

The world changes, and time transforms everything. If the past and present are connected, a single butterfly flaps its wings and wipes out all of his disciples. Who can he complain to? Moreover, the Hidden Star Sect is newly established and has a shallow foundation. Without protection, it is unlikely to last long with its meager resources.

"I would appreciate it if the Fifth Princess would consider the location of the mountain gate carefully," Chen Qing said calmly. "It should be far from the disturbances and have abundant spiritual energy."

Xu Zhaoying nodded: "Okay!"

Chen Qing then took out the Nine-Rank Green Lotus Platform and the Bronze Wine Cup, and placed them on the green stone by the spring.

The two treasures hummed and vibrated.

"Don't rush." ​​Chen Qing stroked the two treasures. "If fate allows, we will meet again. At that time, I will still need your help." He turned to Xu Zhaoying and said, "These two treasures have been imprinted with spiritual consciousness. Please keep them for now, Princess. When the destined person appears, we will continue the inheritance."

He paused, then added, "This wine cup is also related to an agreement with a senior surnamed Jiang. I am to complete a task for him and hand it over to the younger generation. As long as it does not violate the laws of nature or exceed one's abilities, it is permissible."

"Jiang?" Xu Zhaoying's expression changed slightly, then she nodded. "I've noted it down and will pass it on to future generations." With that, she flipped her hand, and a Star-Stabilizing Pearl appeared in her palm. Within the pearl, a galaxy surged, several jet-black runes weaved like dragons, and a wisp of Star-Restricting Origin floated within.

"As you instructed, my eldest brother personally inscribed several talismans, including the Yin God Talisman, into this bead. My seventh brother also inscribed a simplified version of the Zhou Tian Star Array. My seventh brother said that this restriction is related to what you have comprehended, and if someone in the future understands the inheritance, they will be able to resonate and respond to it."

Upon hearing this, Chen Qing felt a sudden sense of relief.

This arrangement, which cannot be activated without a Star Forbidden Technique, greatly reduces the risk of being discovered.

So he said to Su Qingyi, "Please, Mountain Lord, seal this pearl deep within the spiritual vein."

Su Qingyi took the pearl and asked, "When will it be unsealed?"

"When the time is right, someone will come to claim it." Chen Qing looked into the depths of the sea of ​​clouds. "Perhaps it will be a thousand years from now, or perhaps... even longer."

With everything arranged, Chen Qing bowed to the two men and turned to walk towards Yuquan.

Xu Zhaoying watched his retreating figure as he was about to disappear into the spring, and finally made a decision.

"and many more!"

Her eyes sparkled!
"boom--"

The spiritual energy in the entire valley instantly surged, and a massive phantom of a nine-tailed celestial fox appeared behind her!

The sudden burst of power caused Su Qingyi's expression to change slightly, but she quickly understood what was happening and took a half step back.

Chen Qing's mind was shaken violently. He saw the illusory image of the celestial fox, which blotted out the sky, suddenly shrink and transform into the clear moonlight that enveloped him.

In an instant, his desolate sea of ​​consciousness seemed to be bathed in a warm sun, a comfort and solace originating from the very source of life reaching the depths of his soul, leaving him in a daze, hazy and confused, filled with an indescribable peace and joy.

Chen Qing's body was not repaired, but his shaky, about-to-collapse soul and undying spiritual light stabilized, becoming even more condensed and clear than before!
Deep within the dantian, the illusory images of mountains and seas flowed endlessly, and at the core, a point of pale white light suddenly burst forth, and a blurry illusory outline slowly emerged!
The spiritual light in the Niwan Palace also changed abruptly. After absorbing the rolling clear light, it was like a seed that had absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, radiating a vitality that was pregnant with infinite possibilities!
"The Seed of the Dao?"

In a daze, Chen Qingfu's mind was suddenly struck, and he remembered something Lu Qiyuan had once said.

"Could it be..."

Before his thoughts were clear, an irresistible drowsiness swept over him, and his body sank into the Cleansing Heart Jade Spring, enveloped in the moonlight. Supported by starlight, his breathing gradually became steady and long, but he fell into the deepest state of meditation.

A few breaths later, the spring water returned to normal, and a soft yet resilient starlight barrier quietly rose, completely isolating this place from the outside world.

At dawn, several streaks of light pierced the sky.

Lu Qiyuan, dressed in magnificent robes, landed first, followed by Ao Jing, the Crown Prince of the Dragon Palace, and several other extraordinary cultivators.

After meeting Su Qingyi, Lu Qiyuan learned of what had happened and said with regret, "Even though I rushed here, I was still too late! I couldn't see her one last time!"

Ao Jing said in a deep voice, "Judging from the Mountain Lord's words, Fellow Daoist Chen has entered a death retreat and will not emerge for at least a year, or even... never to emerge again." After saying that, he shook his head regretfully, "I originally wanted to hand this item to him personally!"

With a flick of his long sleeve, something flew out from his sleeve, growing taller in the wind. It was a strange stele, three feet tall, with dark gold and starlight flowing throughout its body!

Lu Qiyuan glanced sideways and was immediately taken aback. He saw that the surface of the stele was adorned with powerful and elegant ancient seal script characters that possessed a unique charm:
"Bowing respectfully to Chen Xu, starlight illuminates the beginning of calamity; a dragon rises from the Thunder Pool, and ten thousand demons are swept away with a single palm!"

The characters are deeply embedded in the stone, subtly echoing the natural star patterns on the stele, as if they were meant to be there.

“I am deeply grateful to Fellow Daoist Chen for saving my life, but I have no way to repay him. I originally intended to use this ‘Star Pattern Divine Golden Stele’ to erect a monument for him that will be passed down through generations!!” Ao Jing sighed and shook his head, full of regret, and turned to Su Qingyi, “I humbly request the Mountain Lord to allow me to erect this stele by the spring.”

"You've put your heart into this," Lu Qiyuan nodded. "But I'm not bad either. In a few days, I'll have my ninth brother join the Hidden Star Sect, and have Fellow Daoist Chen's disciple take on the role of our master!"

Ao Jing's eyes lit up: "Excellent! My third son also has no master, so let my benefactor's disciple take on the role of master and apprentice!"

A mountain breeze carried the delicate fragrance of starflowers, revitalizing them.

After everyone worked together to erect the divine stele beside the spiritual spring, Ao Jing said with emotion, "In this way, although we cannot repay the life-saving grace, we can still demonstrate your merit to future generations."

Lu Qiyuan replied, "What Fellow Daoist Chen has done is a great merit to Heaven and Earth. How can it go unrecorded? We don't need your inscription!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a magnificent rosy glow suddenly appeared on the distant, slightly white sky!

"boom--"

Thunder roared in the heavens, and the entire world trembled!
"What is this?" Ao Jing was greatly shocked.

"Is there still someone in this world who remembers Fellow Daoist Chen?" Lu Qiyuan laughed. "The merit of breaking the formation and stabilizing the world should be proclaimed to the world by that person himself!"

Before dawn, a clear, peaceful yet supremely majestic voice resounded throughout the universe, imprinted in the hearts of all beings—

"The Great Dao is clear and bright, and the stars shine eternally. I, Xu Qingfeng, inherit the destiny of the Three Realms and continue the primordial Dao lineage. I shall hold the balance of Heaven and govern the universe!"

　The situation is not looking good right now. I hope you all will continue to support me by telling stories, reading, and recommending the book. Thank you!

(End of this chapter)