Chapter 124: The Invincible Xi Xi, the Great Emperor, and the Temple God is Taken Home?

Chapter 124: The Invincible Xi Xi, the Great Emperor, and the Temple God is Taken Home?

Thank you for nurturing the Divine Child!

For nurturing the Divine Child!

The sound of gratitude echoed like a tidal wave, reverberating from the distant mountains and filling the ears of everyone present.

Like a thunderclap after the clouds!

Astonishment, awe, envy, and jealousy...

All sorts of emotions erupted in an instant, and many cultivators couldn't even control the seven emotions of their cultivation.

This led to various divine natures intertwining and forming a storm that enveloped the entire Divine Sect's gate.

Parents gaining status through their daughter!

This could truly be said to be a case of parents becoming immensely wealthy and honored because of their daughter. By nurturing Xi Xi, a direct disciple of the Sect Master, they had received the reward of the Nine Luminaries Divine Armament, the Eighth Rank Martial Pill, and the Divine Sect's entry and exit permit.

What did this signify?

It showed that Li Che and Zhang Ya, this couple, had even obtained a life-saving talisman.

Even if they committed a crime in the capital city, with the Divine Sect's entry and exit permit, they could take refuge in the Sect. As for the ten thousand taels of gold and three shops in the capital city, they were also quite impressive, enough to elevate Li Che's family to the status of a wealthy and honored family in the capital.

Sect Master Nan Lihuo's face was filled with a gentle smile, and the wind blew his sleeves as he stood there.

Li Che was slightly startled, then a smile appeared on his lips as he pulled Zhang Ya, who was already dazed by the sudden wealth, closer.

Unlike Zhang Ya, Li Che had even developed the Qiankun Jade of the Illusory Form cultivators, so he could remain calm and composed in the face of such wealth.

But Zhang Ya was different; this was the first time she had been struck by such opulence.

She had little concept of the Nine Luminaries Divine Armament or the Eight Extremes Martial Pill.

Just the ten thousand taels of gold and the three shops in the capital city were enough to leave her dizzy and confused.

"Thank you, Sect Master, for your generous gifts," Li Che said, bowing and saluting.

Zhang Ya quickly followed suit, bowing in response.

Sect Master Nan Lihuo looked at the honest and simple couple with a more profound sense of warmth in his eyes, feeling a deep appreciation.

"The other gifts are ordinary, but the entry and exit permit for the Sect is quite useful for you. If you miss Xi Xi, you can use this permit to enter Jin Guang Peak and see her."

Sect Master Nan Lihuo spoke with gentleness.

Li Che thanked the Sect Master again, for this entry and exit permit was indeed very important.

For him, it was not a big deal, as he had left a Flying Thunder Chess Piece on Xi Xi, and he could teleport to see her whenever he wanted.

But for Zhang Ya, the mother, without this permit, she might have to be separated from her daughter for a long time...

Cultivators' cultivation had no concept of day or night, and as a mother, Zhang Ya would miss Xi Xi dearly.

So Li Che was sincerely grateful to Sect Master Nan Lihuo.

Sect Master Nan Lihuo returned Xi Xi to Li Che and Zhang Ya, saying, "In three days, someone will come to take Xi Xi to the mountain. You can also follow and accompany her there."

"After that, every month, with the Divine Sect's entry and exit permit, you can visit Jin Guang Peak to be with Xi Xi."

Zhang Ya hugged Xi Xi, and the family of three thanked Sect Master Nan Lihuo together.

Sect Master Nan Lihuo looked at the sweet family of three with a dazed expression, then snapped out of his reverie, a hint of unconscious admiration and sorrow in his eyes.

"Xi Xi, in three days, we will prepare for your apprenticeship. Remember to call me Master from then on."

"Okay, Sect Master Master!" Xi Xi replied with a smile.

Sect Master Nan Lihuo was speechless for a moment, then he chuckled lightly, truly a clever and quick-witted little girl.

He gently tapped Xi Xi's head three times with his palm, then drew a circle with his hands and vanished in a flash of light, leaving behind an upside-down robe.

"Lingnan Eternal Origin Sect, Jin Guang Branch, Sect Entry Assessment..."

"Continue..."

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Li Che's family became the center of attention, admired and envied by countless people.

However, the focus didn't last long, and everyone's attention soon returned to the Divine Sect's entry assessment.

Although the selection of the fifteen Supreme Spiritual Children's direct disciples had concluded, the assessment of over a hundred Superior Spiritual Children, as well as the even larger number of Intermediate and Inferior Spiritual Children, had just begun.

For the numerous parents who had traveled great distances with their Spiritual Children to participate in the Divine Sect's assessment, this was the most crucial matter.

If their children could be accepted into the Divine Sect, it would mean a secure future for their cultivation, as the resources within the Sect were limitless, far surpassing those available in the towns and cities outside the capital.

Great-Uncle Li Liang put away his tobacco pipe and approached Li Che, first offering sincere congratulations and then asking for help with a slightly embarrassed expression.

Li Che, holding Xi Xi, smiled when he saw Great-Uncle Li Liang, "Great-Uncle, rest assured. I've already arranged for Chengzhou to enter the Divine Sect."

Xi Xi's entry into the Divine Sect was a certainty, but Li Chengzhou was different. Li Chengzhou was only an Inferior Spiritual Child.

Even entering the Outer Gate would be challenging.

However, the current Li Che could easily get Li Chengzhou into the Outer Gate.

Entering the Inner Gate might be more difficult, as Li Chengzhou's talent was indeed lacking.

But getting him into the Outer Gate was not a problem; Li Che just needed to mention it to Li Qingshan, and Li Qingshan would make the arrangements.

As the peak master of Right Thunder Peak, Li Qingshan had the authority to directly accept Li Chengzhou as an Outer Gate disciple.

After hearing Li Che's words, Great-Uncle was overjoyed, grasping Li Che's hand and expressing his gratitude.

"Great-Uncle, rest assured. I will also join Elder Li Qingshan's Right Thunder Peak, and I will take good care of Chengzhou. He won't be bullied on the mountain," Li Che reassured with a smile.

Great-Uncle's family had raised him, and his cousin had treated him like a younger brother. Helping them was something Li Che had long wanted to do.

"Thank you, Ah Che..." Great-Uncle Li Liang said, biting his lip.

Uncle brought back the message, and Li Chunming immediately took Li Chengzhou, who was somewhat embarrassed, and his somewhat embarrassed older brother Li Zhengran to thank Li Che.

Since being brought back by Li Che from the Million Dollar Gambling House, Li Zhengran had been somewhat embarrassed. Although he had reformed, he still felt ashamed and couldn't help but feel a little awkward in front of Li Che.

Auntie Li Chunming was a little angry, "Although Ah Che considers you family, he helped our family so much. It's only right to come and thank him!"

"Ah Che, your future is closely tied to Ah Che's. As a father, why are you being so shy?!"

Li Zhengran remained silent as Li Chunming pulled him over.

"Ah Che, about Chengzhou... in the mountains, I must ask you to take good care of him. He's still so young, only three years old..." Auntie Li Chunming's voice choked up as she spoke.

Li Che looked at the somewhat restrained Li Chengzhou and smiled as he picked him up, saying to Li Chunming, "Don't worry, Chengzhou... is a few months younger than Xi Xi. At such a young age, what parent wouldn't want to keep their child by their side if not for the sake of the future?"

"Didn't I just receive the Divine Sect Entry and Exit Permit from the Sect Master? I will join under the Peak Master of Qing Shan Peak. When the time comes, if you want to visit the Divine Sect to see Xi Xi, just find Ya Ya and go up the mountain together with the permit."

Upon hearing this, Auntie Li Chunming covered her mouth, her face flushed with excitement and joy.

Li Zhengran, standing by, watched his wife's expression, feeling a mix of emotions. He turned to Li Che and said solemnly, "Ah Che... thank you."

Li Che smiled and said, "Brother-in-law, don't be so formal. Rest assured."

Li Zhengran nodded heavily.

Auntie, standing nearby, couldn't help but wipe away her tears.

"Let's go. After Chengzhou's outer disciple assessment is over, come to my courtyard. Tonight, we'll have a feast to celebrate!"

Li Che smiled.

"Mu Po Po, call Master Li Qing as well."

Mu Po Po, holding Xi Xi, responded with a kind smile.

"What about me?"

Shangguan Qinghong, with a mouthful of preserved fruit, suddenly called out.

"You... just get a bowl," Li Che joked.

Shangguan Qinghong didn't mind the teasing and immediately smiled, then went to play with Xi Xi.

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Li Che's family became well-known in the area around Listening Flower Lane.

The news of Xi Xi becoming the Sect Master's direct disciple spread throughout Jin Guang City in less than half a day.

A divine child with a hundred-foot divine nature, a once-in-a-lifetime divine child in a prefecture! What an extraordinary feat!

Within three days, the news spread like wildfire, and Li Che's courtyard in Listening Flower Lane was almost trampled by visitors.

Almost every day, people came to offer congratulations.

Among the five great families, the Hai family, Gongyang family, and Gong family sent representatives with heavy gifts.

Even the Qin family, to Li Che's surprise, sent a gift, and it was from Qin Haonan, an important figure in the Qin family who was of the same generation as Qin Yuqing, whom Li Che had killed.

"Master Li, my sister... may have taken out her anger on you, causing you trouble and inconvenience... The Qin family apologizes for this."

Qin Haonan's attitude was sincere.

Li Che, not wanting to offend a smiling face, smiled and brushed it off. When he first arrived in the capital city, Qin Yuqing had indeed put him under considerable pressure.

However, now that Qin Yuqing had been killed by him, and the Qin family had come to apologize, there was no reason to make unnecessary enemies.

It wasn't surprising that the Shangguan family didn't send anyone, as Shangguan Qinglei had almost been killed by Xi Xi.

Shangguan Zhenheng even tried to use an illusory form to oppress Xi Xi.

Li Che had recorded this grudge in his little notebook.

When it came to his daughter, Li Che had no tolerance for grudges. The Temple Guard Office and the Celestial Surveillance Agency also sent representatives, and they all came to enjoy the feast.

Almost all the major powers in the capital city had paid a visit.

This made Listening Flower Lane an instant focal point in the capital city. The residents around Listening Flower Lane couldn't help but marvel, each of them reflecting on whether they had inadvertently offended Li Che.

...

As the spring breeze brought warmth, the cold of the late spring faded, and the air grew warmer.

All things began to revive, and the grass and trees sprouted new buds.

In Listening Flower Lane, the spring breeze carried the fragrance of willow blossoms and soil.

The alley was bustling with activity.

People gathered early, and Zhang Ya dressed Xi Xi in new clothes, tying her hair into a cute braid with a red ribbon.

She also used red sand to lightly dot Xi Xi's forehead.

"Xi Xi, when you go to the Divine Sect's mountain, you must listen to your Sect Master and teacher, understand? No mischief when your mother isn't around, be a good girl."

"Xi Xi wants her mother, mother will miss you. Without mother to coax you to sleep, you must learn to sleep on your own at night..."

"Xi Xi, you must get along well with your senior brothers and sisters. Of course, if they bully you, you must tell your father and mother, and your Sect Master and teacher... You're still young, and your Sect Master and teacher will stand up for you!"

...

Zhang Ya hugged Xi Xi tightly, her lips pressed together, tears welling up in her eyes.

She really didn't want to part with Xi Xi.

However, Sect Master Nan Lihuo said that to ensure Xi Xi's safety, she should live on the main peak of Jin Guang Peak, or Li Che could be responsible for sending Xi Xi to the main peak.

Outside, a carriage was already prepared, and a fair-skinned, beautiful woman with a divine pattern on her forehead was waiting on the carriage.

This woman was Sang Guanyin, the fourth disciple among the four disciples of Sect Master Nan Lihuo. She was eighteen years old and had a complete divine foundation.

She was the only female disciple among Nan Lihuo's four disciples, but now with the addition of Xi Xi, she was no longer the only one.

Li Che also hugged Xi Xi reluctantly, and the couple, along with Xi Xi, who had already started crying, left the courtyard.

"I don't want to go, I want my parents, I want my mother, I want my daddy!"

Xi Xi cried heartbreakingly, tears streaming down her face.

Li Che patted Xi Xi's back, and with his Pure Heart Divine Nature, he soothed her emotions.

"Xi Xi, be a good girl. Your parents will visit you often, so you must cultivate well... become very powerful, so that you can protect your parents in the future."

"Xi Xi is a Divine Child! She will definitely become super powerful, defeating all under heaven and becoming the number one!"

Li Che's gentle voice soothed her.

Xi Xi cried, her nose running, and corrected Li Che, "I want to be the Great Emperor Xi Xi!"

Li Che couldn't help but chuckle, feeling the sadness dissipate in an instant. Even Sang Guanyin, sitting in the carriage, couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh out loud.

Xi Xi pouted, "Xi Xi will definitely become a super powerful Great Emperor Xi Xi!"

"All the wicked officials will kneel before Xi Xi!"

"Xi Xi can set off fireworks whenever she wants, and no one can stop her!"

Li Che smiled and went along with her words.

"Xi Xi, come here, to your senior sister."

Sang Guanyin's voice was gentle, with a sweet charm in her big sisterly tone.

Xi Xi, who liked to look at faces, glanced at her twice, but quickly hugged Zhang Ya's slender neck and started wailing.

"Mommy, Xi Xi will miss you, miss stinky daddy, miss the carriage, miss chicken legs, miss braised meat..."

Xi Xi kept rubbing her runny nose and tears on Zhang Ya's dress.

Zhang Ya was both amused and touched, patting her bottom gently, "Alright, go now. Mommy knows, and I'll bring braised meat and chicken legs every time I visit you!"

"I want Mommy to make it!" Xi Xi raised a finger and tilted her head, speaking earnestly.

Zhang Ya understood and handed Xi Xi to Sang Guanyin, then got into the carriage with Li Che.

Bidding farewell to Old Chen and his family, who were reluctant to part, the two carriages crushed the dusty path, accompanied by the fragrance of spring flowers, and left Listening Flower Lane.

Old Chen watched the departing carriages, suddenly feeling as if his body had been drained of strength.

Leaning against the door, he stared blankly at the distant carriages.

After a moment, he took a swig from his wine gourd, and as he put it down, he wiped away the muddy tears from the corners of his eyes with the back of his hand.

"Little stinker Xi Xi, take care of yourself."

"Starting today, Grandpa Chen can't teach you martial arts anymore."

"Remember to think of me... Grandpa Chen."

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Jin Guang Peak, located in the Yunzhou Subsect of the Eternal Origin Divine Sect in Lingnan Province, was its main peak.

Towering into the clouds, the mountain was shrouded in mist and clouds, creating a mystical and ethereal atmosphere, offering a breathtaking view of the sea of clouds.

Typically, the subsect's mountain gate would be located in the Yunzhou state capital, but the Eternal Origin Divine Sect's Yunzhou Subsect was an exception, situated in Jin Guang City instead of the state capital.

The primary reason for this was the Mysterious Temple of the Four Princes and the Third Imperial Son located in the heart of the Nine Dragon River. As a result, the entire mountain seemed to act as a lightning rod, constantly absorbing Divine Nature.

The peak was rich in Divine Nature, earning it the reputation of a blessed land.

Moreover, the peak was home to a unique phenomenon known as the "Golden Light Wrath," which was an essential part of cultivating the upper-grade supreme technique of the Yunzhou Subsect, the "Mystic Thunder Golden Light Wrath Sword Technique."

This Golden Light Wrath was extremely precious, forming only once every three years.

Therefore, the Yunzhou Subsect's mountain gate was established here to facilitate the collection of the Golden Light Wrath, ensuring it could be harvested promptly.

Every three years, during the convergence of yin and yang and the darkening of heaven and earth, the Golden Light Wrath would take shape. It could only be harvested at this precise moment, and if missed, it would dissipate into the heavens and earth.

However, once the upper-grade supreme technique, the "Mystic Thunder Golden Light Wrath Sword Technique," was cultivated, its killing power would be immense. Once this technique was mastered, and True Qi Grandmaster was achieved, the True Qi would be domineering and sharp, naturally carrying the awe-inspiring might of the Golden Light Wrath.

The two carriages ascended the winding mountain path, with the horses' hooves lightly tapping the ground, causing the carriage to sway and creating an uncomfortable ride.

After traveling for about half a day and climbing the mountain for another half day, they finally reached the midpoint of Jin Guang Peak.

At the midpoint, the rising steam from the Nine Dragon River gathered, creating a hazy cloud of mist.

Nan Lihuo, dressed in a white robe with his hair loose, sat upright on a blue stone at the midpoint.

Beside him was a tall, handsome young man with an almost otherworldly beauty—Nan Lihuo's fourth disciple, Liu Yangyuan.

"Master, my junior sister has arrived."

Liu Yangyuan, dressed in a scholar's robe with wide sleeves, slightly bowed.

Nan Lihuo opened his eyes, and in an instant, the entire midpoint seemed to brighten. The clouds churned, and the mist dissipated, revealing a clear view.

With a sweep of Nan Lihuo's sleeve, the clouds and mist at the midpoint vanished, revealing a vast expanse.

The carriages slowly came to a stop, and the dust kicked up by the wheels settled.

Sang Guanyin lifted the curtain and led Xi Xi out of the carriage. Xi Xi's curious eyes darted around, taking in her surroundings.

From the other carriage, Li Che helped Zhang Ya out.

As soon as Li Che stepped out of the carriage, he felt the extremely rich Divine Nature of heaven and earth, overwhelming his heart.

The concentration here was higher than he had expected...

No wonder the Yunzhou Subsect's mountain gate was established here.

Besides the Mysterious Temple of the Four Princes, this place was also an ideal location for cultivation.

Li Che even felt the urge to sit down and cultivate...

He condensed the four wheels of his Divine Foundation—anger, sadness, thought, and shock—and in an instant, they seemed to tremble, as if devouring the rich Divine Nature from the peak.

Nan Lihuo's eyes flashed, sensing the flow of Divine Nature at the midpoint, and he looked over curiously.

However, the Divine Nature quickly returned to calm as Li Che restrained his greed.

As the highest-cultivation Divine Sect Master, Nan Lihuo was about to condense his Nascent Soul, making his perception extremely sharp.

Without dwelling on his thoughts, Nan Lihuo and Liu Yangyuan approached with gentle smiles.

"Xi Xi's parents, this is my third disciple, Willow Yangyuan, and this is Sang Guanyin. You should know each other." Nan Lihuo smiled warmly.

Li Che and Zhang Ya nodded and bowed to greet Willow Yangyuan.

"I also have a second disciple who went to the Divine Sect's main peak for cultivation and doesn't return often."

Nan Lihuo explained.

"Master, Yin Yin Shijie said you had four disciples, didn't she?"

Xi Xi, held by Sang Guanyin's hand, tilted her head curiously.

Nan Lihuo's expression remained gentle, but Willow Yangyuan and Sang Guanyin's faces changed.

"Your senior brother, Daoyuan..." Sang Guanyin hesitated.

Xi Xi immediately pursed her lips, not daring to speak.

Li Che quickly apologized on Xi Xi's behalf, but his heart tightened, and he made a mental note of this matter.

As the first disciple of the Sect Master, how could he have fallen so easily?

Li Che's eyebrows furrowed slightly, and he decided to investigate this matter further.

Otherwise, Li Che would also worry about Xi Xi's safety.

This Golden Light Peak didn't seem as safe as he had imagined!

"It's alright. The departed are gone," Nan Lihuo remained calm and personally took Xi Xi's hand, leading her around the waist of the mountain where the Sect Master usually cultivated.

Willow Yangyuan and Sang Guanyin accompanied them, and Li Che and Zhang Ya followed at a leisurely pace.

In fact, Nan Lihuo was showing Li Che and Zhang Ya around.

He introduced Xi Xi's future residence, and since Xi Xi was still young, Sang Guanyin would take care of her, and they would live together.

Li Che looked at the cold and beautiful Sang Guanyin, who seemed like a divine maiden, and bowed, saying, "Then I'll trouble Sang Sister to take good care of Xi Xi. She's mischievous, so please bear with her."

Sang Guanyin nodded in return, "I feel like I've known Xi Xi for a long time. I'll take good care of her, and no one in the Golden Light Sub-Sect would dare to bully her."

After that, the group went to the ancestral hall, where Nan Lihuo took Xi Xi to pay respects to the Divine Sect's main peak ancestor. They then formally completed Xi Xi's disciple initiation ceremony.

It was quite simple, without much pomp and ceremony.

As the sun set like a river of fire, Li Che received the rewards Nan Lihuo had promised during the entry examination and prepared to take his leave with Zhang Ya.

Xi Xi was reluctant to part, clinging to Zhang Ya's long legs.

Zhang Ya also shed tears and comforted Xi Xi for a while before the couple finally sat in the carriage and left the mountain.

Li Che and Zhang Ya both stuck their heads out the window, looking back. They could see Xi Xi, held in Sang Guanyin's arms, crying her heart out.

Zhang Ya couldn't help but cry, leaning against Li Che.

"Husband... Will Xi Xi eat and sleep well on the mountain?"

"I'm thinking about Xi Xi too."

Zhang Ya was a bit sad.

"Don't worry. We'll go to the Right Thunder Peak where Senior Brother Li Qingshan is. He promised to let me join the Right Thunder Peak, and you can join too. Then we can visit Xi Xi often."

"The Golden Light Peak is indeed a great place for cultivation. Xi Xi will progress quickly there."

Li Che comforted Zhang Ya and also revealed his intention.

As for safety, he had left the Thunderbolt Chess Piece on Xi Xi, which would immediately alert him if she was in danger, allowing him to teleport to her.

The Divine Sect's entry and exit permit allowed unrestricted access to the Divine Sect's main gate, but there were time restrictions for climbing the Golden Light Peak.

However, if they joined the Right Thunder Peak, it would be much easier to visit Xi Xi.

Upon arriving at the Right Thunder Peak, they saw Lu Chi, with his Nezha braid, waiting at the foot of the mountain.

"Uncle Li, Aunt Zhang!"

Lu Chi greeted them excitedly.

The Right Thunder Peak was significantly shorter than the Golden Light Peak and also much shorter than the four elders' peaks.

The most significant difference was in the concentration of divine nature, which was still much higher than the Capital City.

At the waist of the Right Thunder Peak, there was a continuous cluster of buildings.

"The teacher asked me to arrange accommodations for you. The Right Thunder Peak doesn't have as many rules as the main peak. The waist of the mountain is where inner disciples gather, and there are many houses. You can live here on weekdays and also cultivate here."

Lu Chi explained with a smile.

Li Che nodded and said, "I'll take Zhang Ya around, and we'll also look for Granny Mu."

The Divine Observation Temple?

Li Che nodded, still thinking about the corpse curse roster Li Qingshan was waiting for.

He patted Zhang Ya's hand and asked her to explore the town at the waist of the Right Thunder Peak with Lu Chi.

Then, he followed Lu Chi's directions and continued on his way.

Suddenly, the buildings on both sides began to decrease, and they stepped onto a bluestone path with a sharp turn.

Before them stood a magnificent temple with flying eaves and corners!

In front of the temple, a meditation cushion, a set of blue clothes, and a two-meter-tall divine image phantom, woven with thundering arcs, stirred up a roaring wind and waves!

Li Che stopped in his tracks, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

His gaze shifted from the massive divine image phantom that had formed around Li Qingshan to the temple filled with incense smoke.

In the temple, a two-meter-tall statue of a thunderbolt evil extermination Vajra stood on a lotus pedestal, holding a hammer and anvil, with a gilded wind and thunder stick at its waist, eagle wings on its back, a green face with fangs, and colorful wooden carvings of thunder arcs and electric snakes!

It stood tall, overlooking the world with a fierce gaze!

Thunderbolt Evil Extermination!

Divine nature converged, and the statue shook with a thousand cracks. In an instant, a prompt appeared before Li Che's eyes.

【Suspenseful Thunderbolt Evil Extermination Vajra Statue (Seven Luminaries)】

Li Che stared at the statue, his pores dilating.

In his chest, the Dao Fruit 【Pure Heart】 and 【Chess Saint】 began to throb vigorously, as if they wanted to leap out of his body!

This was...

A temple deity?!

Old Li had actually brought a temple deity here?!

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