A hundredfold return! My unfilial disciples are all reincarnations of the Empress.

Deep within the Qingyun Palace, in the sect leader's secluded cultivation area, a vast roar of spiritual energy suddenly erupted.

A figure in a green robe stepped out from the rosy clouds.

Ten years ago, during the great war between the demonic and the righteous, he was poisoned by the most evil demonic poison and had no choice but to go into seclusion to seal the poison. For ten years, there has been no news of him, and Qingyun Palace has gradually declined.

At this moment, Xuanqing Zhenren's hair had turned quite white, and a faint wisp of dark demonic energy still lingered between his brows.

"After ten years of seclusion, I've finally managed to stabilize the root of the poison..."

Master Xuanqing exhaled a breath of turbid air, his gaze sweeping over the desolate scenery of the sect, a hint of shame flashing in his eyes.

"It's time to restore Qingyun's glory."

at the same time.

Lin Feng was sitting cross-legged in meditation when suddenly, a vast and gentle pressure from a Nascent Soul cultivator enveloped the entire Little Bamboo Peak.

Lin Feng suddenly opened his eyes.

The aura of a Nascent Soul cultivator means the Sect Leader has emerged from seclusion!

He understood, and stood quietly on the summit waiting.

Several hours later, a figure in a green robe arrived riding on clouds.

Ten years have passed since we last met. The once dignified Master Xuanqing now has a more weathered look in his eyes, but he still exudes an extraordinary aura.

"Lin Feng, it's been ten years since we last met."

"I still remember the great war between immortals and demons, when we fought a bloody battle. Now I have temporarily suppressed the demonic poison, and I heard that you have also reversed the sealing of your spiritual root."

Master Xuanqing gazed at Lin Feng, who stood before him in white robes, his eyes filled with emotion.

Ten years ago, Lin Feng was full of brilliance.

Ten years later, Lin Feng had shed his former glamour and become much more reserved and profound.

Master Xuanqing observed him quietly for a moment, then asked directly, "A shattered spiritual root is something that is difficult to heal throughout the ages. What secret method did you use to repair your foundation?"

Lin Feng lowered his eyes, cupped his hands, his expression calm, and spoke sincerely: "Reporting to the Sect Leader, this matter is a long story."

"For the past ten years since my spiritual root was destroyed, I have never given up cultivation. One day, I found a book called 'The Record of the Immortal Herbs' in the sect's library."

The book details many ancient medicinal herbs, including a Nine-Turn Spirit-Condensing Grass that can rebuild one's foundation for cultivation.

I immediately traveled to the vast, dark forest a hundred miles away. On the way, I accidentally entered a hidden canyon. The canyon was narrow, and when I came out of the canyon, I found myself in a secluded peach blossom forest.

The villagers are kind and simple. When they learned that my spiritual root had been destroyed, they felt compassion and gave me a Nine-Turn Spirit-Gathering Grass.

I returned to the Black Forest several times afterward, but could no longer find the entrance to that canyon, so my spiritual root was only half-repaired.

This statement is half true and half false, because there is indeed a book called "The Record of the Immortal Herbs" in the library, which does record the Nine-Turn Spirit-Condensing Grass.

"Oh? There is such a secluded and hidden realm?" Master Xuanqing's eyes flickered slightly as he asked in a low voice.

"Yes." Lin Feng said seriously, his tone firm.

Master Xuanqing nodded upon hearing this. The world is vast and opportunities are unpredictable, so it is indeed possible.

"It is your good fortune that you can repair your spiritual root, and it is also the good fortune of my Qingyun Palace."

After chatting for a few more minutes, Master Xuanqing turned and left.

The following day, at Qingyun Palace, in the Taihe Hall on the main peak.

The long-silent Taihe Hall is now filled with the nine peak masters and sect elders.

In the center of the main hall, Master Xuanqing sat in the position of sect leader.

His gaze swept over the crowd, and his voice boomed, echoing throughout the entire hall:

"I was plagued by demonic poison and had no choice but to go into seclusion for ten years. Now the sect is depleted of talent and its reputation has plummeted."

"Now that I have broken through the barrier, I shall surely revitalize Qingyun."

The words caused a stir throughout the hall, and all the elders' eyes lit up with excitement.

"I have gathered everyone here today for only one matter!"

"One month from now, the Qingyun Mountain gates will open, and a grand ceremony will be held to accept disciples!"

"This time, my Qingyun Palace will recruit new disciples to restore the prestige of the immortal sect!"

"I will obey the sect leader's decree!"

Everyone present responded in unison, their voices echoing throughout the hall.

After the shouts subsided, Master Xuanqing turned his gaze to Lin Feng and instructed him, "Lin Feng, now that your cultivation has recovered, you should also attend to the affairs of Xin Peak."

"Xiaozhu Peak is currently small in number. At this apprenticeship ceremony, you should welcome many disciples to strengthen Xiaozhu Peak."

As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the hall subtly changed.

Zhen Yan, the peak master of Yanya Peak, stepped forward, somewhat dissatisfied, and said loudly with his hands clasped: "Sect Master! Lin Feng is only at the Foundation Establishment stage. In terms of strength, he is far inferior to the peak masters present."

With such cultivation, he is truly unfit for the position of peak master!

As soon as these words were spoken, several elders immediately echoed them.

"Peak Master, Lin Feng's current cultivation level of only Foundation Establishment is indeed against the rules."

"Moreover, Xiaozhu Peak now only has the master and disciple; although it's called a main peak, it's practically defunct."

Many people whispered among themselves, their eyes filled with either mockery or disdain.

Lin Feng stood still, his expression indifferent, and he had nothing to say about the people kicking him when he was down.

In the world of cultivation, strength has always been paramount.

He silently resolved to recover to the Golden Core stage as soon as possible.

Just as they were locked in a tense standoff, a gentle female voice rang out.

Then, Su Wanqing, the peak master of Shuiyue Peak, slowly walked out. The woman wore a light blue gauze dress, with a beautiful and otherworldly appearance and a gentle temperament like water. She was a peak master with excellent interpersonal relationships within the sect.

She bowed to Xuanqing Zhenren, then looked at Zhenyan and said in a deep voice, "Peak Master of Yanya Peak, you are mistaken. Ten years ago, during the war between immortals and demons, it was the Sect Leader and Lin Feng who fought a bloody battle and managed to hold back a large number of demonic cultivators."

He suffered the destruction of his spiritual roots for the sake of the entire Qingyun Palace. How can you strip him of his position as peak master based solely on his cultivation level?

Many people nodded silently after Su Wanqing said this.

Upon seeing this, Master Xuanqing frowned slightly and raised his hand to suppress the noise in the hall.

The hall fell silent instantly. He surveyed the entire room, his tone leaving no room for argument: "Peak Master Su is right. Lin Feng made great contributions to the sect during the great battle back then, and I have never forgotten that."

"Lin Feng will remain the peak master of Xiaozhu Peak. From now on, no one is allowed to mention his resignation again. This matter is hereby dropped."

Zhenyan's face turned pale and then red. Even though he was dissatisfied, he dared not openly disobey and could only reluctantly retreat back to the queue.

Lin Feng appeared to be looking down, seemingly lost in thought, but in reality, he was recalling the system notification that had just sounded.

Just as Master Xuanqing announced that he would be holding a disciple selection, the long-lost system notification sound rang in my mind!

"Ding! A chosen one with extraordinary talent has been detected in this disciple selection. The host may take her as a disciple."

"Task Rewards: A wisp of primordial spiritual energy, one critical hit lottery draw, and a +2 to aptitude (maximum value 10)."

Lin Feng's pupils suddenly lit up, and he was overjoyed.

He then opened his current attribute panel and took a look.

Character: Lin Feng

Identity: Peak Master of Xiaozhu Peak

Life expectancy: 39 years.

Appearance: 98 points

"Cultivation level: Foundation Establishment Realm, Level 5"

"Constitution: Metal Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root Repair Progress 6/10)"

"Qualifications: Average."

"Cultivation Techniques: Myriad Spirits Devouring Heaven Dao (Mid-Tier Heavenly Rank), Illusory Shadowless Step (Upper-Tier Heavenly Rank), Spirit Control Heart Sutra (Lower-Tier Heavenly Rank), Nine Revolutions Reversal Spirit Technique (Mid-Tier Heavenly Rank)"

"Magic Treasures: Flowing Cloud Frost Sword (High-Grade Heaven), Mountain-Suppressing Glazed Shield (Mid-Grade Heaven)"

"Apprentice: Liu Yushu"