A reincarnated girl, who begins by possessing a cultivator.

Moreover, it is a sect primarily composed of female cultivators.

"Is the island lord saying that the Myriad Wonders Sect is willing to take us in?"

Elder Zhao asked excitedly.

Zi Fengyang nodded, but there was not much joy on his face.

“An elder of the Zhongmiao Sect once met me. After I told him about our predicament, he said he could consider merging our Zilu Island into the Zhongmiao Sect as a vassal island. We would need to pay a certain amount of tribute to the Zhongmiao Sect, but we would receive their protection, and the disciples on the island would also have the opportunity to enter the core of the Zhongmiao Sect for cultivation.”

"A vassal island?"

The white-haired elder repeated the word in a low voice, a complex expression on his face.

This means that Purple Phoenix Island will lose its independent status and become subject to human control.

"This is the best option at present. At least we can preserve the flame of Purple Phoenix Island, and the disciples can have a stable cultivation environment. They may even have the opportunity to come into contact with higher-level cultivation techniques and resources."

Zi Fengyang's tone was heavy.

Liu Rumei also advised, "Elders, as long as people are still alive, our Zilu Island still has hope for revival. If we stubbornly stick to our own opinions, we may really be doomed."

Silence fell once again in the hall, but this time, the atmosphere was no longer one of despair, but rather one tinged with a heavy sense of hope.

The crowd began to whisper among themselves, weighing the pros and cons.

Su Chun listened quietly the whole time, knowing that this was the only feasible solution at the moment.

By attaching themselves to a powerful force, they lost their freedom but gained protection. For Purple Phoenix Island at this moment, survival is the top priority.

"I agree."

Elder Zhao was the first to express his opinion.

"For the sake of my disciples on the island, I am willing to accept the condition of becoming a vassal island of the Myriad Wonders Sect."

Once there's a first, there's a second.

Several core elders unanimously agreed. Finally, all eyes turned to Zi Fengyang.

Zi Fengyang stood up, his gaze sweeping firmly over the crowd.

"Alright! Since everyone agrees, let's begin preparations. This matter is of great importance and must be kept strictly confidential to avoid unnecessary trouble. Elder Zhao, you are responsible for inventorying the important supplies and books on the island and packing them properly. Elder Qian, you are responsible for selecting strong disciples to form a guard team and strengthen security. Madam, you are responsible for calming the disciples' emotions and mobilizing them before the relocation."

"Yes."

The crowd responded in unison.

Zi Fengyang looked at Su Chun one last time.

"Fellow Daoist Su, you will need to put in a lot of effort into this matter, especially since the journey will likely not be peaceful."

Su Chun nodded slightly.

"Rest assured, Island Lord, I will do my best."

In the days that followed, everyone on Zilu Island sprang into action.

On the surface, the island remained calm, as if the previous crisis had never occurred. But behind the scenes, a tense yet orderly relocation preparation was underway.

Su Chun wasn't idle either.

Using her knowledge of formations, she reinforced and modified several large merchant ships that were to be relocated, setting up stronger defensive and concealment formations.

When Ziyu learned that she was going to move, she was a little reluctant, but having experienced the last crisis, she had become much more sensible and knew that it was for everyone's safety.

She often came to Su Chun's place to help with whatever she could, her eyes filled with both apprehension and curiosity about the future.

Three days later, on a dark and windy night, a thin layer of mist shrouded the sky above Zilu Island. This was a large-scale concealment formation set up by Su Chun.

Several disguised merchant ships quietly departed from the port, carrying almost all of Zi Luan Island's core members and important supplies.

Standing on the deck of one of the merchant ships, the group watched the silhouette of Zilu Island gradually recede into the distance, their hearts filled with mixed emotions.

"Sister Su Chun, can we come back again in the future?"

Ziyu walked to Su Chun's side and asked softly, her eyes filled with reluctance.

Su Chun gently patted her shoulder and said softly, "Yes, we will. When we become strong, we will come back one day."

Her tone was firm, both to comfort Ziyu and to encourage herself.

Under the cover of night, the merchant ship silently sailed towards the western waters of the Chaotic Star Sea.

The journey of migration was longer and more arduous than imagined.

The Chaotic Star Sea is vast, and even traveling on the fastest merchant ship, it would take half a month to reach the territory of the Myriad Mysteries Sect in the west from the eastern sea.

Along the way, they carefully avoided many dangerous areas and powerful monster lairs, and were also questioned by pirates several times.

However, thanks to the concealment formation set up by Su Chun and the cautious response of Zi Fengyang and others, the dangers were averted without serious consequences.

After more than half a month of arduous sailing, the merchant ship finally entered the territory of the Myriad Wonders Sect.

The scene before us is completely different from that in the eastern sea.

The islands here are more densely packed, and the order is relatively well-maintained.

Occasionally, one can see patrol boats flying the flags of the Myriad Wonders Sect, as well as merchant ships bearing the sect's insignia coming and going.

"Ahead lies the Island of Guidance for the Gate of Myriad Wonders."

Elder Qian, who was in charge of navigation, pointed to a huge island ahead and said excitedly.

Everyone's spirits lifted, and the fatigue of the past few days seemed to vanish.

Following the directions, the merchant ship slowly sailed into the port of Jieyin Island.

The port was heavily guarded, and the cultivators were calm, disciplined, and composed, a stark contrast to the pirates and rogue cultivators they had encountered earlier.

A late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator dressed in the uniform of the Myriad Wonders Sect boarded the merchant ship, his sharp gaze sweeping over the crowd.

"Are the visitors friends from Purple Phoenix Island?"

Zi Fengyang quickly stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said, "I am Zi Fengyang, the island master of Zi Luan Island. I have come to submit to your sect on the orders of your esteemed Master Xuan Shui."

Chapter 132 Treasure Hunt in the Extraterrestrial Sea

After the guide confirmed their identities, the group of several hundred people from Zilu Island were taken by a special internal teleportation array to Luoxia Island, a vassal island under the jurisdiction of the Zhongmiao Sect.

This place will be the new home of Purple Phoenix Island.

Although Luoxia Island is not as grand as the main island, it is full of spiritual energy.

An elder-like Core Formation cultivator from the Myriad Wonders Sect briefly explained the rules and offerings of vassal forces before handing them over to the person in charge on the island.

After everything was settled, Zi Fengyang and his wife specially invited Su Chun to the stone hall that was temporarily used as a meeting place.

“Fellow Daoist Su, I know that the preservation of Zilu Island this time is entirely due to your efforts. However, we are now under someone else's roof, and I'm afraid we will have to trouble you.”

Zi Fengyang said with a hint of guilt.

According to the rules of the Zhongmiao Sect, for vassal forces like Zilu Island that have been completely subjugated, their original high-ranking members can only hold corresponding management positions on the island. As for guest elders like Su Chun, if they want to stay in the Zhongmiao Sect system, they either have to accept the status of an ordinary inner disciple and start from scratch, or they can only be subordinates of Zilu Island, which puts them in an awkward position.

Given Su Chun's strength and the kindness she had shown, Zi Fengyang and his wife naturally did not want her to suffer such injustice. Therefore, they needed to explain the situation to Su Chun. As for the final choice, that was Su Chun's business.

Su Chun raised her hand to interrupt them, a knowing smile on her face.

“Island Lord, Sister Liu, you don’t need to do this. Actually, I’ve always been used to being alone. Joining Purple Phoenix Island was just a coincidence. Now that Purple Phoenix Island has a stable home, I should continue my training.”

She paused, her gaze sweeping over Zi Fengyang and his wife, as well as the dejected Zi Yu, before continuing, "My aptitude is ordinary, and my cultivation method is somewhat special. I need to find some rare and precious materials to help me break through to the Core Formation stage. Although the Myriad Mysteries Sect is good, it may not be able to provide the resources I need."

Zi Fengyang and his wife exchanged a glance. Although they had expected it, they still couldn't help but feel disappointed when Su Chun said it herself.

"Sister Su, are you leaving already?"

Zi Yu's eyes reddened as she tugged at Su Chun's sleeve.

Su Chun smiled at Ziyu, gently stroking her head, her eyes filled with a tender smile.

"Silly girl, all good things must come to an end. I'm just leaving temporarily to seek a breakthrough opportunity. Once I successfully form my core, I will definitely come to see you again."

Zi Fengyang thought for a moment, then took out a cyan jade slip and a storage bag from his bosom and handed them to Su Chun.

"Fellow Daoist Su, these are records accumulated by our Purple Phoenix Island over many years regarding the dangerous places and rare spiritual materials in the depths of the outer sea. They may be of some help to you. This bag contains 300,000 spirit stones. It is just a small token of my appreciation. I hope you will accept it."

Su Chun looked at the jade slip, a hint of emotion flashing in her eyes.

This information was a godsend for her, as she was desperately seeking resources.

She didn't refuse. As for the spirit stones, to be honest, she needed them too, so she didn't pretend to refuse.

“Island Lord, Su Chun will remember this kindness.”

She stood up and bowed deeply to Zi Fengyang and his wife.

"Island Lord, Sister Liu, take care. Ziyu, you must cultivate diligently. I hope that when we meet again, you will already be a Foundation Establishment cultivator."

"Fellow Daoist Su, take care."

"Sister Su, please don't forget me."

Su Chun nodded. Without lingering, she turned and walked out of the stone hall, her figure quickly disappearing from the three people's sight.

Instead of leaving through the teleportation array of the Myriad Wonders Sect, she planned to familiarize herself with the environment within the sect's territory before quietly heading to the Outer Star Sea.

In the blink of an eye, half a month later.

On an unnamed deserted island west of the outer sea.

Su Chun's figure descended from the sky and landed on the island's beach. The sea breeze ruffled her blue hair, and her clothes fluttered in the wind.

She gazed at the familiar yet unknown azure sea before her and took a deep breath of the salty, fishy air.

"Ah! Senior, we're back again."

Su Chun sighed deeply.

Inside her clothes, Yun Chu lazily yawned.

"Hmm, the atmosphere here is still to my liking. Although it's a bit chaotic, it has the advantage of freedom."

Su Chun smiled slightly. During her time on Purple Phoenix Island, Yun Chu had been in a state of deep hibernation almost the entire time in order to avoid revealing her identity, and she was indeed feeling very cooped up.

"Next, we will continue to collect rare and precious materials, the more the better, and strive to start the first Core Formation as soon as possible."

Su Chun took out the cyan jade slip given to him by Zi Fengyang and probed it with his divine sense.