My martial arts have no bottlenecks.

Chapter 155 Placement

The shuttle cut through the sea of ​​clouds and sped northeast.

Liang Chengpan sat in the cabin, holding the three pieces of kraft paper in his hand.

"Now that Huang Tiancheng's whereabouts are unknown, we should go back to the main hospital and retrieve the parchment."

Then Liang Cheng changed direction.

The Cloud Shuttle transformed into a streak of light and headed towards the headquarters of the Four Islands Alliance.

Half a day later.

The main hospital of Shishima, outside the mountain gate.

The shuttle hovered in the air, and Liang Cheng took a step down.

The gatekeeper was taken aback at first, then exclaimed in surprise.

"Liang—Senior Brother Liang?!"

"Senior Brother Liang is back!"

The news of Liang Cheng's return spread throughout the main hospital in an instant.

Before Liang Cheng even reached the True Inheritance Peak, he saw several figures rushing towards him.

The leader, with white hair and beard, was none other than Zhong Lishuo, the president of the main hospital, and Chen Xuanfeng.

Behind them followed a group of elders, all of whom looked excited.

"Liang Cheng!"

Zhong Lishuo stepped forward, looked him up and down for a moment, his eyes filled with shock, while Chen Xuanfeng's eyes were full of relief.

"Good! Good! Good!"

Chen Xuanfeng said "good" three times in a row, and for a moment he was a little incoherent.

Liang Cheng bowed respectfully: "Disciple greets the Dean, Master, and all Elders."

Zhong Lishuo quickly helped him up.

"No need for formalities, no need for formalities."

He took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in his heart.

"You joined the Penglai Sect, broke through the mortal realm and formed your core, becoming a true core prodigy, and now you've even been accepted as a personal disciple by the Peak Master of the First Peak—"

He paused, his eyes gleaming.

"Since its founding, the Shishima General Hospital has never produced such a person!"

The elders behind him nodded in agreement, their faces beaming with pride, and Chen Xuanfeng felt honored as well.

Liang Cheng said, "I have returned this time to retrieve some items."

Zhong Lishuo nodded repeatedly.

"Your courtyard on True Transmission Peak has always been empty; no one has ever gone in. You can rest assured."

Suddenly he remembered something and looked at Liang Cheng.

"By the way, now that you are a direct disciple of the Penglai Sect's First Peak, have you chosen a disciple to accompany you?"

Liang Cheng was taken aback upon hearing this.

"A follower disciple?"

When Zhong Lishuo saw his expression, which did not seem to be feigned, he was slightly taken aback and looked surprised.

"you do not know?"

Liang Cheng shook his head.

Zhong Lishuo couldn't help but laugh.

"It seems that Peak Master Lieshan hasn't had a chance to tell you yet."

"Disciples of the Penglai Sect may bring ten attendants into the sect."

"Regardless of their cultivation level, as long as the master nods in approval, they can directly enter the outer sect of Penglai Sect and become a formal disciple."

"These people will depend on you in the future; your prosperity will be shared by all, and your loss by all."

"If you are strong, they will have a position in the sect; if you are weak, they will be looked down upon."

"Therefore, the selection of attendants requires utmost care."

Upon hearing this, Liang Cheng's heart stirred.

He was now able to grant people direct entry into the outer sect of the Penglai Sect, regardless of their cultivation level. This treatment made him instantly realize the true value of the term "personal disciple."

Seeing that he had come to his senses, Zhong Lishuo glanced at Chen Xuanfeng, who understood and said softly, "If you are interested in the main hospital—"

He didn't finish speaking, but the meaning was already clear.

Liang Cheng looked at Chen Xuanfeng, then at Zhong Lishuo, and at the expectant disciples of the main academy behind him.

"Don't worry, Dean."

"I will definitely reserve a few spots for the main academy. Could you please prepare a list first, and then I will make the selection?"

Upon hearing this, Zhong Lishuo let out a long breath.

"it is good."

"That's enough."

He patted Liang Cheng on the shoulder.

"Go ahead and get your things."

Zhenchuan Peak, a private courtyard.

Everything remains the same.

Liang Cheng pushed open the door and entered. He walked to the front of the secret room, took out the few pieces of kraft paper, and added the three pieces he had just obtained from Qian Wanjin, making a total of nine pieces.

He pieced them together, and the image became more complete.

Only one corner piece is missing.

He could now make out the general outline, but he still didn't understand it.

Liang Cheng put away the fragments, calmed himself down, and turned to leave.

Outside the courtyard, Chen Xuanfeng was still waiting.

Seeing him come out, she smiled and asked, "Finished getting it?"

Liang Cheng nodded.

"Master, there is one more thing."

"explain."

"This disciple wishes to return to Linwu City."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuanfeng was slightly taken aback, but then he understood.

"My mother is still in Linwu City, as are my master Yang Wei, who introduced me to martial arts, and a few old friends—"

Chen Xuanfeng smiled upon hearing this.

"Cheng'er, you must understand that I will not put you in a difficult position. If you have already decided on the candidates, you only need to reserve a few for the main academy, which is already the greatest kindness you can show."

"As for your mother, as a son, it is your duty to be filial. Bringing her into the Penglai Sect is indeed the safest and best course of action."

Liang Cheng nodded, and then said goodbye to Chen Xuanfeng.

The next day.

Linwu City, Martial Arts Academy.

Liang Cheng pushed open the familiar courtyard gate.

In the courtyard, Ning San Niang was hanging clothes out to dry, while Yang Wei sat on a stone bench, holding a two- or three-year-old child and playing with him.

Hearing the noise, the two of them looked up at the same time.

The clothes in Ning San Niang's hands fell to the ground.

"Cheng'er————"

Yang Wei stood up, holding the child, his eyes slightly red.

Liang Cheng stepped forward, knelt down, and kowtowed.

"Mother, Master, your son is back."

Ning San Niang quickly helped him up, looked him up and down, and couldn't stop the tears from flowing.

"I've lost weight—I've lost weight—"

Yang Wei patted him on the shoulder, speechless.

If Liang Cheng hadn't saved him in Fallen Soul Valley, he would probably be gone forever.

The child stared at Liang Cheng with wide, curious eyes.

Liang Cheng looked at him.

"Yang An?"

Yang Wei nodded.

"Yes."

Liang Cheng reached out and gently touched the child's head.

"He looks like his mother."

Yang Wei was silent for a moment, then nodded.

Liang Chengzhi stood up and looked at the two of them.

"Mother, Master, I have now joined the Penglai Sect and been accepted as a personal disciple by the Peak Master of the First Peak."

"Disciples who are personally taught may bring their relatives and attendants into the sect. I would like to take you with me."

Ning San Niang was taken aback, not understanding the meaning behind it, but Yang Wei's eyes widened.

"The Penglai Immortal Sect?"

Liang Cheng nodded.

"The spiritual energy there is abundant and can prolong life. If you go there, I can also cultivate in peace."

Ning San Niang looked at him for a long time before finally nodding.

"it is good."

"Mother will go with you."

Liang Cheng looked at Yang Wei.

"Master————"

Yang Wei looked down at Yang An in his arms and remained silent for a moment.

"it is good."

"I will go with you."

Half an incense stick later.

Zhao Yuan and Li Mu rushed over.

Behind them followed another figure: Zhou Hu.

He happened to be visiting Yang Wei at the Martial Arts Academy when the opportunity arose.

"Senior Brother Liang!"

"Junior Brother Liang!"

Liang Cheng looked at them and got straight to the point.

"Now that I have joined the Penglai Sect as a direct disciple, I can bring my followers into the sect. Regardless of their cultivation level, they can all be registered."

"Are you willing to join me in the Penglai Sect?"

Zhao Yuan trembled.

Li Mu opened his mouth, but couldn't say a word.

A moment later, the two knelt down at the same time.

"willing!"

"I am willing to follow in my senior's footsteps!"

Liang Cheng accepted their greeting and helped them up.

"stand up."

He looked at Zhou Hu.

"Senior Brother Zhou, what about you?"

Zhou Hu remained silent for a moment, then shook his head.

"I'm not qualified enough, it would be a waste of my spot if I went."

"Why not stay at the martial arts school in Linhai Town, take on disciples, and pass on the master's mantle?"

Liang Cheng looked at him and didn't try to persuade him any further.

Everyone has their own ambitions.

He looked towards the doorway.

A figure slowly approached.

Lu Qingzhou.

Liang Cheng asked, "Senior Brother Lu, would you be willing to come with me to the Penglai Sect?"

Lu Qingzhou was slightly taken aback, then smiled bitterly.

"I'm too old. Even if I went, it would be difficult for me to make any further progress."

"Even if I were lucky enough to break through to the True Qi Realm, I'm afraid I'd be stuck there."

He shook his head.

"I'd rather not go, otherwise I'll embarrass you."

Liang Cheng remained silent for a moment upon hearing this.

He looked at the two people in front of him. Zhou Hu was now at the Transformation Realm, but had been stuck at a bottleneck for many years. Lu Qingzhou was also stuck at the peak of the Transformation Realm. He had suffered a hidden injury when he broke through back then, and had been unable to break through for a long time.

Lu Qingzhou was once considered a prodigy.

Even among geniuses, there are differences, and the path of martial arts has its limits.

Liang Cheng suddenly raised his hand at this moment.

He placed both hands on their shoulders at the same time.

Zhou Hu and Lu Qingzhou were taken aback.

The next moment, BOOM!!!

Liang Cheng's internal energy erupted, drawing upon the vast spiritual energy of heaven and earth, which, under its influence, surged wildly into the bodies of the two!

Using himself as a guide, he drew upon the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, forcefully channeling it into Zhou and Lu's bodies!

Zhou Hu's pupils contracted sharply, and the shackles within his body shattered with a deafening roar!

Bottleneck, broken!

True Qi Realm, achieved!

Lu Qingzhou was also shaken. His bottleneck, which had lasted for many years, was instantly broken through by this vast spiritual energy, as if it were made of paper!

True Qi condensed, breakthrough successful!

The two stood frozen in place, staring at their hands in disbelief.

True Qi —

That's real qi!

Liang Cheng withdrew his hand, his expression unchanged.

"That's all I can do."

Zhou Hu trembled all over and suddenly knelt down on the ground.

"Junior Brother Liang—I—"

Liang Cheng quickly helped him up.

"Senior Brother Zhou, there's no need for that."

Zhou Hu looked up, his eyes red-rimmed.

"I thought I had no hope of ever achieving true qi in this lifetime —"

Lu Qingzhou also bowed deeply.

"Junior Brother Liang, I am deeply grateful and cannot express my thanks."

Liang Cheng waved his hand.

"You have helped me along the way."

"It is only right that I help you now."

He paused.

"Unfortunately, with my current cultivation level, this is all I can do to help you. Without a great opportunity, you will probably find it difficult to make any further progress."

Zhou Hu shook his head.

"To be able to enter the True Qi Realm is already a stroke of good fortune."

"How can you demand anything else?"

Lu Qingzhou nodded in agreement.

That's enough.

"That's enough."

evening.

in the courtyard.

Sanya and her husband stood in front of Liang Cheng.

Sanya lowered her head, while her husband, Li Tieniu, stood to the side, at a loss.

"Brother Cheng————"

Liang Cheng looked at her.

"Sanya, would you be willing to come with me to Penglai Sect to take care of my mother?"

Sanya remained silent for a moment, then shook her head.

"We are not martial artists, and we would only be a burden if we went."

She looked up at Liang Cheng.

"Being able to stay at the Martial Academy for so many years is already an immense stroke of luck; the Penglai Sect is too far away."

"We want to go back to Linhai Town and live our own lives."

Liang Cheng looked at her for a long time, then nodded.

"it is good."

He took out a bottle of pills and handed it to Li Tieniu.

"This pill can prolong life. You and your husband should each take one pill every year."

"If you encounter any difficulties, go to Yangwei Martial Arts School and mention my name."

Li Tieniu took it and nodded repeatedly.

Sanya glanced at Liang Cheng, her lips moved, but she ultimately said nothing.

He turned and left.

The alchemy room is located on the back mountain of the martial arts academy.

The door to the alchemy room was tightly shut, and a dim yellow lantern hung under the eaves.

Liang Cheng stood outside the door and bowed in greeting.

"Master Huang, Liang Cheng requests an audience."

A moment later, a lazy voice came from inside the door.

"Come in."

Liang Cheng pushed open the door and entered.

The room was filled with the fragrance of medicine, and a familiar figure in a gray robe sat beside the alchemy furnace.

Old Huang was holding a palm-leaf fan, fanning the stove fire intermittently without looking up.

"He's formed his core?"

"Yes."

Old Huang then raised his head and glanced at him.

A glint of light flashed in those cloudy old eyes.

"Not bad, you've condensed your sword intent faster than I expected."

Liang Cheng stared intently at Elder Huang, still unable to see through him.

I couldn't see through it back in Linwu City, and I still can't see through it now that I've broken through to the mortal realm and formed my core.

What exactly is the cultivation level of this Elder Huang?

Without much thought, Liang Cheng spoke directly.

"Elder Huang, I have now joined the Penglai Sect and have been accepted as a personal disciple by the Peak Master of the First Peak."

"Personal disciples can bring their followers into the sect, and regardless of their cultivation level, they can directly enter the outer sect of Penglai Sect."

"This disciple would like to invite Elder Huang to accompany me."

Old Huang paused for a moment with his palm-leaf fan, then continued fanning himself.

"I'm not going."

Liang Cheng was taken aback.

"Master Huang————"

Old Huang waved his hand.

"I left Penglai Sect years ago and stayed in Linwu City for decades. I've gotten used to it. That place has too many rules and too much trouble. I won't go there."

Liang Cheng remained silent for a moment.

"Elder Huang, if it weren't for your help back then, I would have been dead long ago. I will always remember this kindness."

Upon hearing this, Old Huang chuckled.

Don't give me that.

"I saved you because you agreed to participate in the drug trial; it was a mutually beneficial arrangement."

He paused, then looked at Liang Cheng.

"You've improved so quickly, I didn't expect it either."

"I thought it would take you at least three to five years to form your core, but you've already broken through the mortal realm and formed your core. In the entire Three Sects and Six Schools, you're a prodigy."

He shook his head.

Liang Cheng smiled bitterly upon hearing this.

"If Elder Huang needs me, I am ready to return at any time."

Old Huang waved his hand.

"Alright, alright, stop getting in my way."

"I'm going to refine pills now, get out of here."

As he spoke, he actually picked up a palm-leaf fan and fanned the alchemy furnace several times, as if to shoo people away.

Helpless, Liang Cheng bowed in respect.

"This disciple takes his leave."

He turned to leave, but suddenly stopped.

He turned around.

"Master Huang, I have another matter to discuss."

"explain."

"I've heard that you had a past relationship with the Hermit of Cold Pool. May I ask why the Hermit of Cold Pool disappeared back then?"

The palm-leaf fan in Old Huang's hand paused for a moment.

"The Hermit of the Cold Pool?"

"Those are all things from long ago, I can't remember them."

Old Huang suddenly smiled.

"Why would you ask him that?"

He looked at Liang Cheng.

"Disciple Xuanbingdao has comprehended the Ice Soul Scripture and has heard that you and he have a past relationship, so I was wondering if I could find some clues to help you out."

His descendants are repaying the karmic debt.

Old Huang nodded.

"Xuanbing Island is only so big, you can go whenever you want."

After saying that, he started fanning the fire again.

"Alright, let's go."

Liang Cheng said no more and turned to leave.

Behind him, the door to the alchemy room slowly closed.

In the alchemy room.

Old Huang put down his palm-leaf fan, stared at the tightly closed door, and a complex look flashed in his eyes.

"The Recluse of the Cold Pool —"

"You chose him too?"

The next day.

Dawn breaks.

The shuttle hovered outside the courtyard.

Ning San Niang and Yang Wei carried Yang An, Zhao Yuan, and Li Mu, and boarded the Cloud-Piercing Shuttle in turn.

Liang Cheng stood at the gate of the courtyard and took one last look at the courtyard.

He lived here when he first entered the martial arts academy.

Now that I'm leaving, I don't know when I'll be able to return.

He turned around and stepped onto the Cloud Shuttle.

The small boat trembled slightly and then disappeared into the air.

Half a day later.

Shishima General Hospital.

Zhong Lishuo had been waiting for a long time.

Seeing Liang Cheng land, he quickly stepped forward and handed him a list.

"Liang Cheng, these are my preliminary candidates. Take a look."

Liang Cheng took it and glanced at it.

Leng Feng, Qin Wentian, Yun Jinghong —

There are six other names, all of whom are outstanding talents on the General Hospital's Academic Ranking.

Zhongli Shuo said, "You can bring a maximum of ten attendants. The main hospital naturally hopes to have more slots available."

Liang Cheng nodded.

He looked at the list.

Leng Feng, my second senior brother, needs no further explanation.

Yun Jinghong, the prodigy who came from Linwu City with him and always wanted to surpass him, and who had fought alongside him in the Fire Worship Sect back then.

Liang Cheng picked up his pen and circled the names of Leng Feng and Yun Jinghong.

"I want these two."

"The dean will decide on the remaining six."

Zhong Lishuo took the list, a look of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

"it is good."

Three days later.

The shuttle pierced through the sea of ​​clouds and sped toward Penglai Sect.

In the cabin.

Ning San Niang held Yang An in her arms, gazing at the sea of ​​clouds rushing past the window, her face filled with awe.

Yang Wei sat cross-legged and regulated his breathing, trying his best to adapt to the cleansing of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Zhao Yuan, Li Mu, Leng Feng, Yun Jinghong, and other disciples of the main academy sat cross-legged in a corner, cultivating with their eyes closed.

Yun Jinghong opened her eyes and looked at the figure in green robes at the bow of the cabin.

He stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the distant, faintly visible fairy mountain.

Back then, during the Spring Hunting Competition, he could still fight Liang Cheng. Now, he can't even catch up with Liang Cheng's back.

Yun Jinghong took a deep breath and closed her eyes.

Even if you can't catch up, you still have to keep chasing.

three days later.

In front.

Nine sacred mountains, towering into the clouds.

We've arrived at Penglai Sect.

Liang Cheng went straight to the first peak.

At the summit, in front of Liang Cheng's secluded courtyard.

The shuttle landed gently, and the hatch opened.

Holding Yang An, Ning San Niang was the first to peek out, gazing blankly at the misty, ethereal mountain before her.

Yang Wei followed closely behind, equally shocked.

"Is this the Penglai Sect?"

Zhao Yuan, Li Mu, Leng Feng, and Yun Jinghong stepped off the Cloud Shuttle one after another, gazing at the scene before them in silence for a long time.

The sea of ​​clouds surged beneath my feet, so rich in spiritual energy that it was almost tangible. In the distance, cranes flew by, their clear cries echoing.

This is the Penglai Sect.

The true immortal sect.

Liang Cheng was the last to step down, and looking at everyone's expressions, he smiled slightly.

"Let's go, let's go into the courtyard first."

The courtyard gate was pushed open.

The group stepped into the secluded courtyard.

There are three main rooms, several side rooms, and a meditation room.

There is an old pine tree in the courtyard with branches and leaves that can be seen as a canopy, and there are stone tables and benches under the tree.

Ning San Niang looked around and murmured, "Cheng'er, is this your courtyard?"

Liang Cheng nodded.

"Personal disciples enjoy exclusive access to the entire academy."

Ning San Niang was speechless.

Yang Wei patted him on the shoulder without saying anything, but the pride in his eyes was impossible to hide.

Half an hour later.

In the courtyard, beside the stone table.

Liang Cheng looked at the group of people in front of him and said, "Now that we have entered the Penglai Sect, there are some rules that need to be made clear."

Everyone sat upright and solemnly.

Liang Cheng said, "You are now outer disciples of the Penglai Sect, but you are different from me."

"I am a direct disciple and can freely enter and leave the Nine Peaks. Unless you are summoned, you can only move around in the outer sect area."

"The outer sect has a skill transmission hall, a mission hall, and a scripture pavilion on the first floor. You can accept missions, exchange for skills, and consult with the skill transmission elders on your own."

He looked at Zhao Yuan and Li Mu.

"Both of you are quite talented, but you have had limited resources in the past, which has slowed your progress."

"After joining the sect, you will receive a monthly supply of pills and spiritual energy. Within three years, you are expected to reach the True Qi Realm."

Zhao Yuan nodded emphatically.

"Don't worry, Senior Brother Liang, we will never let you down."

Li Mu nodded in agreement.

Liang Cheng looked at Leng Feng.

"Second Senior Brother, you have the best aptitude. You were previously hampered by limited resources, but now that you have entered the Penglai Sect, you should strive for excellence."

Leng Feng remained silent for a moment, then nodded.

"Thank you, junior brother."

Liang Cheng looked at Yun Jinghong one last time.

The prodigy who had always wanted to surpass him was now looking down, lost in thought.

Liang Cheng said, "Junior Brother Yun."

Yun Jinghong raised her head.

Liang Cheng looked at him and said, "I've taken the lead now, but that may not be the end."

"The road ahead is still long."

"If you want to pursue it, then go ahead."

Yun Jinghong stared at him blankly for a long time, then suddenly smiled.

"Liang Cheng, are you trying to provoke me?"

Liang Cheng shook his head.

"I'm just telling you that the opportunity is here."

Whether you can seize it or not depends on yourself.

Yun Jinghong took a deep breath and stood up.

"rest assured."

"I won't let you get too far ahead."

Liang Cheng wasn't very familiar with the others, so after a brief exchange of pleasantries, he personally escorted them down the mountain.

At the mountain gate, the outer gate stewards were already waiting.

Upon seeing Liang Cheng arrive, he quickly bowed.

"Liang Qinchuan"

Liang Cheng nodded.

"Please arrange for these ten people to be placed closer to Ye Zhi Qiu, Xiao Qing Xue, and the others."

The steward repeatedly replied, "No, no, don't worry, Chief Inspector Liang, I will make all the arrangements."

Liang Cheng looked at the ten people.

"Go."

"If you encounter any difficulties in the future, send me a message."

Zhao Yuan nodded emphatically.

Li Mu's eyes were slightly red.

Leng Feng clasped his hands in a fist salute.

Yun Jinghong glanced at Liang Cheng, then turned and strode away.

evening.

The side rooms in the courtyard were tidied up.

Ning San Niang carried Yang An and moved into the east wing.

Yang Wei lived in the west wing.

Furthermore, with the help of servants and disciples, everything has been arranged properly.