He fell off a cliff but unexpectedly gained a cultivation inheritance.

The moment the second vortex of spiritual energy completely dissipated, the spiritual energy of the Kunlun Secret Realm finally returned to its usual calm. Yue Buwei stood outside the main hall of the Immortal Sword Sect, slowly withdrawing the spiritual energy he had been guarding, letting out a long sigh of relief, and revealing an undisguised smile on his face—two disciples breaking through to the Core Formation stage in one night was a feat never seen even in the heyday of the Immortal Sword Sect. He hadn't expected all three disciples to break through; the advancement of Yue Ling'er and Xie Ding was already a great joy, enough to elevate the strength of the Immortal Sword Sect to another level.

Yue Buwei turned and entered the main hall, taking his seat. His divine sense swept over the three tightly closed doors, yet he remained vigilant. Yue Ling'er and Xie Ding had just broken through their cultivation levels and were in the crucial period of consolidating their power. Although Liu Yan'er hadn't yet shown any signs of breakthrough, she was also in seclusion, adjusting her breathing. As her master, he naturally had to stay by their side to protect them and ensure they weren't disturbed in the slightest. As for the auction at Wanfa Square, Yue Buwei had long since forgotten about it—the Immortal Sword Sect's trip to Kunlun had yielded far more than expected: a championship in the Foundation Establishment group, third place in the Qi Refining group, three Core Formation pills and formulas, and two new Core Formation cultivators. There was no need to compete for resources at the auction and create unnecessary trouble.

As the sun set, golden rays streamed through the windows of the main hall, bathing the interior in a warm glow. The tightly closed door was finally pushed open, and Zhang Bufan accompanied Yue Ling'er as they slowly emerged. Yue Ling'er was dressed in a simple white dress, her complexion radiant and rosy, surrounded by a faint, bluish-green wood-attribute spiritual energy. Her demeanor was even more ethereal and otherworldly than before, and every gesture exuded the composure and refinement of a Core Formation cultivator, clearly indicating that she had firmly established herself at the early stage of Core Formation.

Yue Ling'er immediately spotted Yue Buwei sitting quietly in the hall. She quickly stepped forward, curtsied, and said, "Disciple greets Master. Thank you for protecting me all night; it was through your protection that I was able to break through smoothly." Yue Buwei raised his hand in a gesture of support, his eyes full of approval: "Good, good. It's good that you've stabilized your realm. You originally had a wood-attribute Heavenly Spiritual Root, and now that you've advanced to Core Formation, your cultivation path will only become smoother in the future."

Liu Yan'er stood there, head bowed, her expression forlorn. Her aura remained at the half-step Core Formation realm, somewhat stronger than before, but ultimately unable to break through that barrier. She clenched her sleeves, her heart filled with guilt. When she looked up at Zhang Bufan, her eyes welled with tears, her voice trembling with emotion: "Junior brother, I have failed you, and wasted such a precious Core Formation Pill..."

Seeing this, Zhang Bufan quickly stepped forward and gently comforted her, "Senior Sister, don't worry. Breaking through to the Core Formation realm is inherently difficult. Even with the aid of a Core Formation Pill, the success rate is less than 50%. Your failure this time is simply due to the timing not being right, not a lack of ability." His tone was sincere, and his gaze was firm. "Once I gather the necessary materials, I will refine another Core Formation Pill for you, and you will surely be able to advance smoothly to the Core Formation realm!"

These words acted as a reassurance, instantly soothing Liu Yan'er's disappointment. Gazing at Zhang Bufan's gentle features and feeling the sincerity in his words, the mist in her eyes gradually dissipated, replaced by an intense, unwavering admiration—this considerate and generous young man had already completely captured her heart. Liu Yan'er nodded gently, her cheeks flushed, and whispered, "Thank you, Junior Brother. Senior Sister will definitely cultivate diligently and live up to your expectations."

The night passed peacefully without incident. The next morning, just as dawn broke, Xie Ding's door was pushed open. He wore a blue robe, his aura refined and mellow, the pressure of his early Core Formation stage unwavering, clearly indicating he had solidified his cultivation level considerably. "Master, Junior Brother!" Xie Ding strode into the main hall, his face beaming with joy. He bowed to Yue Buwei, then turned to Zhang Bufan, clasping his hands deeply again. "Many thanks to Junior Brother Bufan for the spiritual spring water and the Core Formation Pill. Without your help, I would never have been able to break through so smoothly."

Even after advancing to the Core Formation stage, Xie Ding's attitude towards Zhang Bufan remained unchanged, still respectful and humble. Zhang Bufan quickly helped him up, smiling as he congratulated him, "Congratulations, Senior Brother Xie Ding, on advancing to the Core Formation stage! From now on, our Immortal Sword Sect has gained another powerful fighter." Yue Buwei looked at the two newly promoted Core Formation disciples in the hall, excitedly stroking his beard and laughing, "Good! Good! Good! In this gathering, our Immortal Sword Sect is the biggest winner! All of this is thanks to Bufan."

While overjoyed, a hint of seriousness flashed in Yue Buwei's eyes. He said in a deep voice, "Our gains have been too substantial, attracting the covetous eyes of many sects. The auction is still ongoing, and the Nascent Soul elders of various sects are all present. If we continue to linger, some may harbor malicious intentions and take the opportunity to provoke us. It would be safest to leave early and return to Mount Hua while their attention is focused on the auction."

Everyone nodded in agreement, and Zhang Bufan added, "Master is absolutely right. The Myriad Laws Sect already harbors resentment towards us. If we stay any longer, things might change. We can only be at ease if we return to the sect as soon as possible." Yue Buwei no longer hesitated and instructed his disciples, "Get ready, we'll set off immediately."

As soon as he finished speaking, Yue Buwei's late-stage Nascent Soul spiritual power erupted, instantly enveloping all the Immortal Sword Sect disciples. They only saw a blur before their eyes, and the next second they found themselves at the exit of the Kunlun Secret Realm. The surrounding scenery instantly shifted from the Immortal Sword Sect's headquarters to the ancient array at the edge of the secret realm. This teleportation technique fully demonstrated the terrifying power of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.

Yue Buwei raised his hand and transmitted his voice towards the Wanfa Square. His voice clearly reached the ears of every sect elder: "Everyone, the Immortal Sword Sect has an urgent matter to attend to. I, Yue, will take my leave first!" Before he finished speaking, he led his disciples into the exit passage. With one step, they arrived outside the Kunlun Secret Realm.

As soon as they emerged from the secret realm, Yue Buwei took out a dragon boat several tens of feet long from his storage ring—the Immortal Sword Sect's treasured "Void-Escape Dragon Boat." The dragon boat was entirely crafted from ten-thousand-year-old spiritual wood, its hull engraved with intricate void-escape formations, and surrounded by a faint spiritual light. Its speed far surpassed that of ordinary flying magical artifacts. "Everyone, get on board!" Yue Buwei commanded, and everyone boarded the dragon boat.

Once everyone was seated, Yue Buwei activated his spiritual power, and the Sky-Piercing Dragon Boat instantly erupted with dazzling spiritual light, transforming into a streak of light that shot straight into the sky, rapidly flying towards the direction of the Huashan Secret Realm. The dragon boat was extremely fast, disappearing into the horizon in an instant, leaving only a faint trail of spiritual energy.

At Wanfa Square, the Wanfa Sect steward, who was presiding over the auction, heard Yue Buwei's telepathic message and his expression changed. He immediately reported to Ren Xiaoyao inside the hall. Upon learning that the Immortal Sword Sect had left early, Ren Xiaoyao slammed his fist on the table in anger, his eyes filled with rage and resentment: "That Yue Buwei! He got the benefits and still acts innocent, leaving in such a hurry!" But even in his fury, he was helpless—the Immortal Sword Sect had already gone far away, and it was too late to chase after them. He could only watch helplessly as they left with their substantial gains, his frustration growing even stronger.

Upon hearing this, the other sect elders also showed surprise, then secretly praised Yue Buwei's decisiveness. This style of doing things wisely and without greed not only avoided potential risks but also demonstrated the confidence of the Immortal Sword Sect. Many people looked in the direction the Immortal Sword Sect had left, their conviction growing stronger: the rise of the Immortal Sword Sect was an unstoppable trend.

On the Sky-Piercing Dragon Ship, the disciples of the Immortal Sword Sect stood at the bow, gazing at the mountains and rivers rushing past below, their faces filled with joy and pride. Liu Yan'er looked at the spirited Zhang Bufan beside her, her eyes filled with longing; Xie Ding and Yue Ling'er stood side by side, discussing their cultivation experiences after forming their core in hushed tones; Yue Buwei stood at the bow, looking towards the direction of the Huashan Secret Realm, a smile playing on his lips—this trip to Kunlun had not only brought glory to the Immortal Sword Sect, but also laid the foundation for the sect's rise, ensuring that the Immortal Sword Sect would have a place in the cultivation world in the future.