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Having the status of an elder would be much more convenient, as one would receive assistance from many other elders within the sect, and would also have the sect's protection in the future.

He already had this desire in his heart, and immediately expressed his opinion.

Ling Xiu looked at Feng Qingyang with a respectful expression.

"This junior is very grateful for Senior Feng's high regard, I am deeply thankful!"

I am willing to join the Xuan Yang Sect and serve as an honorary elder, and I will certainly do my utmost to contribute to the sect.

"Excellent, very good!"

A satisfied smile appeared in Feng Qingyang's eyes; such generous terms were exactly what he had expected.

With that, he casually tossed his hand, and a mysterious token flew out into the air. The token was engraved with strange patterns, and a huge character "玄" was cast on the front.

"This item is a token exclusively for the elders, the Xuan Yang Token."

With this token, one can freely enter and exit the entire territory of the sect and travel to any area under the sect's jurisdiction.

By showing the token, one can command the disciples under one's tutelage.

This is your identification token. After you join the sect, the elders will explain the sect rules to you, and you will also be informed of your monthly salary and benefits.

Ling Xiu accepted the Xuan Yang Token. The token felt warm and smooth to the touch, and clear and mysterious Daoist spiritual energy flowed within it, which greatly excited him.

"You may go to the Xuan Yang Sect on your own. I need to head to the front lines in the North to meet the great demon there."

As soon as Feng Qingyang finished speaking, he leaped into the air and sped off towards the northern border.

"By the way, the Xuan Yang Sect is located in the Zhongyue Chongshan Mountain Range of the Central Continent. The token has its own guiding light and can indicate its location!"

A voice drifted from the void, stirring Ling Xiu's heart.

"Fellow Daoist Li Xiuyuan, congratulations! You have gained the recognition of Qingyang Sword Immortal so quickly and become an honored elder of Xuanyang Sect."

You must devote yourself to diligent cultivation, and never waste the supreme potential of your ninth-tier Golden Core, nor disappoint the Qingyang Sword Immortal's appreciation!

The City Lord of Gu Qingmeng looked at Ling Xiu with envy in her eyes and spoke.

Ling Xiu nodded slightly.

"I will keep this in mind and will certainly live up to the expectations of my predecessors."

He looked up at the sky. Feng Qingyang, the sword immortal, was unrestrained and elegant, with a dignified and otherworldly air that inspired awe.

After Feng Qingyang left, Ling Xiu and Gu Qingmeng immediately felt most of the tension on their bodies dissipate.

Before long, several cultivators at the Transcendent Realm arrived one after another.

Upon hearing that Ling Xiu had become a respected elder of the Xuan Yang Sect, everyone stepped forward to offer their congratulations with exceptional enthusiasm.

"Fellow Daoist Li possesses unparalleled talent; to have earned the favor of the Sword Immortal is truly a cause for celebration!"

"Yes, congratulations, Fellow Daoist Li! From now on, I should address you as Elder Li!"

Being able to cultivate to the ninth level of the Golden Core and being recruited into the Xuan Yang Sect by the Sword Immortal Feng Qingyang—such an opportunity was the envy of everyone present.

Gu Qingmeng looked at Ling Xiu, her eyes full of deliberate flattery.

In her eyes, this person was destined to advance to the Spirit Sea Realm, and now he was a respected elder of the sect. She was not to be slighted and had to befriend him.

"Elder Li, why don't you come to the City Lord's Mansion for a short rest? We hope that Qingyang Holy City will take good care of us in the future!"

The other cultivators at the Tongxuan Realm also cupped their hands in greeting, and many of them took out spirit stones, spirit herbs, and spirit pills as gifts to win over Ling Xiu.

Ling Xiu was humble and courteous, returning each greeting with a cupped hand, without the slightest arrogance. He also accepted all the congratulatory gifts from everyone.

If one refuses to accept the gifts, it will only dampen everyone's good intentions.

"I appreciate your kind offer. I will not go to the City Lord's Mansion. There is no time to lose. I need to report to the Xuan Yang Sect as soon as possible. Rest assured, if Qingyang Holy City is in danger, I will definitely come to help."

After exchanging pleasantries with everyone for a few more moments, Ling Xiu bid farewell and prepared to leave Qingyang Holy City immediately.

Now that the news of his successful cultivation of the ninth-order Golden Core has spread, staying here any longer would only lead to being bogged down in trivial matters. If he were to be targeted by those with ill intentions, he would be inviting trouble for no reason.

He returned to the True Ruins Pavilion, packed a few things, and since he didn't have many items to carry, he used the Soul Concealment Earth Escape Technique to leave the Holy City silently.

After leaving the city, Ling Xiu activated the "Hidden Heaven and Concealed Dao Technique" to completely suppress his cultivation aura.

He suppressed his cultivation level to the late stage of True Condensation, slightly altered his appearance to make him look more mature, and then took to the air, speeding towards the Zhongyue Chongshan Mountain Range in the Central Continent.

"Now I have entered the Profound Realm and cultivated the ninth-order Golden Core."

If I were to encounter Ye Chunqiu again, I would have no reason to fear him. Even if I were no match for him, he would be powerless against me.

"But now is not the time to settle scores with him. I'll wait until my cultivation has improved further before seeking revenge!"

Recalling the perilous situation of being relentlessly pursued by this person in the Mysterious Realm, Ling Xiu clenched his fists, his heart filled with hidden anger.

During his journey, he was filled with many thoughts and couldn't help but lament the wasted years of his life.

From a withered and aged old man in Qingzhu Village to a menial servant who guards the Ruined Treasure Pavilion of Qingyun Sect.

He has faced numerous hardships and struggles to survive, but now he has reached the early stage of the Profound Realm and has unexpectedly been granted the position of Elder of the Profound Yang Sect.

Such an encounter was like a dream, something he would never have dared to hope for before.

He knew clearly that the Xuan Yang Sect was not his final destination, but merely a crucial new starting point on his path of cultivation.

The road ahead is long, but he has grand and far-reaching goals for his spiritual practice.

Above the Profound Realm is the Spirit Sea Realm, and then the Divine Transformation Realm.

Legend has it that after reaching the Divine Transformation stage, one can attain the Dao Fruit of Returning to Origin and truly embark on the Great Dao of Immortality.

On their journey to the Central Continent, they flew high through the sky, passing through several small cities in the Southern Spiritual Domain, where ferocious beasts frequently attacked the human race.

Ling Xiu would descend at low altitude and annihilate the beast hordes. As he approached the Central Plains, although there were fewer large ferocious beasts, many scattered monsters roamed into rural towns and deep forests.

Wherever the Blood Shadow Sword's edge points, no ferocious beast can withstand it. This is a perfect opportunity to hone one's cultivation at the Profound Realm.

Whenever encountering a demon beast, the Blood Shadow Sword and the Demon-Sealing Arrow are unleashed simultaneously, leaving the demon beast with no chance to resist.

The beast cores and bones obtained from slaying demonic beasts are all top-grade materials for alchemy and weapon crafting.

Ling Xiu could clearly sense that the magical power within his body was vast and pure, far surpassing that of ordinary cultivators in the Tongxuan Realm.

After flying for an unknown period of time, one day, a continuous mountain range appeared on the horizon ahead, with a dense and overwhelming spiritual energy emanating from it.

Nine majestic main peaks rise abruptly from the ground, resembling giant pillars supporting the sky, exuding a profound Taoist charm and a magnificent aura.

This place is the Zhongyue Chongshan Mountain Range.

Ling Xiu landed in front of the mountain gate and looked at the ancient and huge stone plaque. The three big characters "Xuan Yang Sect" were engraved on it, and disciples stood on duty on both sides of the mountain gate.

Even the gatekeeper disciples had all reached the Condensation Realm in cultivation.

"Who goes there? How dare you trespass into the Xuan Yang Sect! State your name!"

One of the two gatekeepers stepped forward, looked Ling Xiu up and down, and asked him in a cold voice.

Ling Xiu took out the Xuan Yang Token and handed it over.

"My name is Li Xiuyuan. I was introduced by the sword immortal Feng Qingyang to Xuanyang Sect to report for duty and take up the post of elder.

He did not deliberately lower his posture when facing the disciples of the mountain gate.

He knew in his heart that if he was always humble and yielding, he would only be looked down upon by the other party.

"Are you the elder who offers sacrifices?"

The disciple took the Xuan Yang Token and examined it carefully. He sensed the sect's Dao seal, unique to the elders, within the token. The coldness on his face instantly vanished, replaced by utmost respect.

This change in attitude surprised even Ling Xiu.

"So you are the Elder of the Offering Ceremony. I was rude earlier. Please follow me inside!"

The disciple respectfully returned the Xuan Yang Token, holding it with both hands.

"Thank you for your trouble, fellow Daoist."

Seeing the other party's respectful attitude, Ling Xiu's tone softened as well.