Immortal Life: Starting with Daily Last Words

Chapter 113 The Mysterious Phenomenon of the Purple Mansion Reappears

Two days later, Yu Daoxuan received a message from Qi Donglou.

The other party is about to lead the sect's fleet on a long voyage in two days and has specially invited him to a banquet at Xuanxin Cave tonight.

As night fell, Yu Daoxuan arrived at Xuanxin Cave on time and bowed to Qi Donglou and Yin Xiuxiu.

Inside the cave, besides Zhou Junyi and her junior brother Jiao Ping, there was also an extremely beautiful woman in white.

"Junior Sister Shen".

Yu Daoxuan bowed respectfully.

The person who came was Shen Yuanyao, Qi Donglou's niece.

Years have passed, and the former beauty has fully blossomed into a woman with a graceful figure, a beautiful face, and an air of unparalleled elegance between her brows.

The other party used to correspond with him, but they gradually lost contact, and their past friendship faded away.

"Senior Brother Yu."

"Both of you are in the early stages of Foundation Establishment. You might as well exchange your cultivation experiences more often in the future."

Qi Donglou stepped forward and smiled.

Shen Yuanyao smiled faintly and remained silent.

In her early years, she often visited her uncle at Qingyuan Sect. When she first saw the dashing and handsome young Yu Daoxuan, a faint feeling of affection welled up in her heart.

But as she grew older and gained more experience, she gradually realized the differences between the two of them.

She had just discovered that Yu Daoxuan had established his foundation.

For someone with a low-grade spiritual root to have reached this point is already an immense stroke of luck; any further breakthroughs would be virtually impossible.

For her, the Foundation Establishment stage was just the beginning.

The two are no longer on the same level, and they will likely only drift further apart in the future, destined to have little interaction again.

Yu Daoxuan had originally intended to inquire about the situation of the Feathered Gate, but seeing Shen Yuanyao's cold attitude and indifference towards him and Zhou Junyi, he gave up the idea of ​​talking to her.

During the banquet, Qi Donglou did most of the talking.

He instructed Yu Daoxuan and the other two to cultivate diligently within the sect and not to waste their time.

Then, Qi Donglou also instructed Shen Yuanyao: "Yuanyao, you must be careful in everything you do on your trip to Xuemu Immortal City."

The cultivators in that area were known for their fierce and ruthless nature; killing and robbing were commonplace.

"Uncle, don't worry, Yuan Yao knows what's important."

Shen Yuanyao replied softly.

After the banquet ended, everyone took their leave one after another, but Qi Donglou kept Yu Daoxuan behind alone.

Only the master and his disciple remained in the cave.

Qi Donglou's eyes shone brightly, and he smiled: "Dao Xuan, you have given your master a pleasant surprise."

Yu Daoxuan knew that his master was referring to his mastery of second-tier low-grade talismans, and calmly replied, "This disciple has only just stepped into the second-tier talisman path, and there is still a long way to go."

"Indeed, only by maintaining a humble attitude can one go further."

Qi Donglou nodded in approval.

Then he suggested, "When the time comes, I'll speak to the Talisman Hall for you. You can take up a post in the sect's Talisman Hall in the future. This will not only allow you to complete sect tasks and accumulate merit, but it will also greatly benefit your talisman skills."

"This disciple will obey Master's arrangements."

Yu Daoxuan readily agreed.

Drawing talismans within the sect is much safer than outside.

After discussing the talismans, Qi Donglou changed the subject: "What are Dao Xuan's thoughts on the marriage alliance with the Cui family?"

Yu Daoxuan was surprised that the other party was still asking about the Cui family's marriage, so he said frankly, "This disciple has no plans to get married at the moment."

Qi Donglou appeared slightly surprised, then continued, "The other day, news came from the Cui family that they intend to betroth Cui Yixiu to you. Cui Yixiu is one of the Four Beauties of Qingyuan, exceptionally talented and with outstanding looks. Even so, you are unwilling?"

"This disciple is devoted to the Dao, and in this life, only the path to immortality remains."

Yu Daoxuan looked solemn.

The reputation of the Four Beauties of Qingyuan was widely known among the male cultivators in the inner sect, so he was naturally aware of Cui Yixiu's outstanding qualities.

Even the most beautiful woman could not shake his resolve to seek immortality.

He also had his own plans in mind.

Since your foundation is still shallow, matters of love will only hinder your spiritual practice.

When he reaches the Nascent Soul stage, he will possess the strength to dominate the cultivation world.

At that time, you will be able to have all kinds of fairies and enchantresses.

Qi Donglou sighed inwardly, but his gaze toward Yu Daoxuan grew increasingly appreciative.

He was unwilling to interfere in his disciple's marriage choices.

It was only because the Jade True Taoist was behind this matter that I had to inquire on his behalf several times.

He also understood why Daoist Yuzhen, a true cultivator of the Purple Mansion, was interfering in the marriage of a junior.

The first point is that the Cui family holds a pivotal position among the clans and aristocratic families.

If the Yuzhen lineage were to unite with the Cui family, their control over the sect would be stronger, and they would be able to better balance the interests of all parties within the sect.

Secondly, and most importantly, although Lü Yaoyin had focused much more on her cultivation, her heart was still with Yu Daoxuan, her savior.

If Yu Daoxuan were to establish a marriage agreement, he could sever the girl's hopes and allow her to focus wholeheartedly on her cultivation.

Suppressing his thoughts, Qi Donglou spoke of the last important matter, his tone tinged with anticipation.

"Dao Xuan, the sect is preparing to add two more spots to the Qingyuan Five Talents list. Those selected will receive the sect's full support and guidance. Are you interested in participating?"

Yu Daoxuan pondered for a moment and said, "This disciple has only been in the Foundation Establishment stage for a short time, and I'm afraid I may be willing but unable to do so."

The Foundation Establishment realm is completely different from the Qi Refining realm, and there is a significant difference in strength between each minor realm.

He has not yet mastered many of his magical arts and supernatural powers.

Most of those participating in this competition are veteran Foundation Establishment cultivators like Pei Ziqian, who have been immersed in this realm for over a decade, or sect prodigies who have already entered the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

If Yu Daoxuan wants to defeat these people, he will probably have to use some of his trump cards.

But this might expose some of his secrets, so he abandoned the idea.

With the precious golden tablet, it borrows the secrets of heaven to evolve and seize opportunities in the world.

He doesn't strive for short-term gains, but for a continuous flow of ideas.

Although Qi Donglou greatly hoped that one of the Five Masters of Qingyuan would emerge from his sect, he also understood Yu Daoxuan's situation, as he had only been at the Foundation Establishment stage for less than three years.

"If the Xuanjiao were still alive, perhaps it would have a fighting chance."

Thinking of Wang Xuanjiao, who had left the sect, Qi Donglou sighed, filled with melancholy.

The other party is my eldest disciple whom I have devoted myself to cultivating. He is exceptionally talented and has been at the Foundation Establishment stage for nearly ten years. He is a contender for a place among the Five Masters of Qingyuan.

At that moment, the master and disciple simultaneously sensed that the spiritual energy outside the cave was suddenly agitated, giving rise to terrifying celestial phenomena.

Yu Daoxuan's heart stirred, and he immediately stepped out of the cave with Qi Donglou.

Guo Xiaotian had been preparing for his breakthrough to the Purple Mansion realm for several years.

It seems today is the day of the official assault.

At this moment, I looked up and gazed at Tiandu Peak.

Endless spiritual energy from heaven and earth surged and converged from all directions, transforming into a vast tide of spiritual energy that continuously flowed towards the summit of Tiandu Peak.

This astonishing phenomenon shook the entire inner sect of Qingyuan Sect. The vast majority of disciples came out of their caves and halls, looked up at the sky, and discussed it among themselves.

Before long, the sect leader Feng Jingting appeared in the clouds, his voice echoing throughout the mountains.

It turned out that Guo Xiaotian was currently breaking through to the Purple Mansion realm at Tiandu Peak.

The precedent of Cui Xiangyang's failed attempt to break through to the Purple Mansion realm and the damage to his cultivation path was still fresh in everyone's mind. The disciples did not gloat or make a fuss; instead, their hearts were filled with solemnity and anticipation.

Yu Daoxuan gazed intently at the surging spiritual energy of Tiandu Peak, secretly praying that Guo Xiaotian would succeed in one fell swoop.

In this way, the sect can stop its gradual decline and have a chance to revive.

Only when the Qingyuan Sect becomes a stable and secure tree can Yu Daoxuan have a comfortable and peaceful cultivation environment and more time to grow.

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