Chapter 227: Tian Dan Pavilion! Dan Sheng! Divine Body?

Chapter 227: Tian Dan Pavilion! Dan Sheng! Divine Body?

"Strange Fire?"

Upon hearing this term for the first time, Su Changqing couldn't help but be taken aback.

There were countless rare treasures in the world, but this was the first time he had heard of Strange Fire.

"Strange Fire, it takes a thousand years to form and ten thousand years to gather spiritual essence."

"It's an extremely violent spiritual flame with terrifying power."

Miao Feng explained, "These Strange Fires are nurtured by nature, but some are formed through fortunate coincidences and mutations."

"Even more remarkable, some require countless years and the efforts of several generations to cultivate and create."

"However, regardless of their origin, all Strange Fires have infinite uses and are more precious and rare than Great Emperor Divine Gold."

"Those who possess Strange Fires are, at the very least, among the top-tier Celestial Talents!"

Hearing this, Su Changqing's expression immediately turned to astonishment.

More precious than Great Emperor Divine Gold? Even the weakest possessor is among the top-tier Celestial Talents? He wasn't familiar with Strange Fires, but even from this simple description, he could understand their formidable power.

"However..."

Miao Feng paused, then continued with some embarrassment, "I only suspect that the Secret Realm contains the Phoenix Strange Fire, but I haven't confirmed it yet."

"But I'm certain that if the Phoenix Strange Fire truly exists in this world, it must be there!"

After saying this, Miao Feng anxiously looked at Su Changqing, fearing rejection.

The Secret Realm was filled with fire spirits, and their combat strength was exceptionally formidable.

Without Su Changqing's help, she didn't know how long it would take to obtain the complete inheritance.

"Rest assured, Senior Sister. Even if there's no such Strange Fire, I'll still accompany you."

Su Changqing smiled lightly and then asked with some confusion, "But why don't you ask the Miao Sect Master for help?"

"I'm only at the Divine Spirit Realm. Isn't the Sect Master or the powerful figures in the Miao family much stronger than me?"

Hearing this, Miao Feng sighed helplessly, "I wanted to ask my father for help, but that Secret Realm is a bit special."

"It adjusts the strength of the fire spirits based on the strength of the living beings that enter."

"The more people enter, the more fire spirits there are, and the stronger their strength, the more powerful the fire spirits become."

"Only those with comparable strength in the same realm can reach the end of that Secret Realm."

Upon hearing this, Su Changqing understood the difficulty of the Secret Realm.

He looked at Miao Feng and smiled, "Senior Sister, just make the preparations. I'll be at the Minor Immortal Sect for some time."

"Thank you, Senior Brother Changqing!"

Miao Feng's face lit up with joy upon hearing this. She turned and quickly left, saying, "Senior Brother, wait for my message."

...

After parting ways with Miao Feng, Su Changqing returned directly to his small mountain peak.

Seeing the empty peak, he couldn't help but wonder, "Where did Teacher go? Why hasn't he returned yet?"

"And Elder Fu, it's been a long time since I've seen him too."

After his thoughts yielded no results, Su Changqing shook his head and turned to enter the stone temple.

His recent gains were significant, and he planned to retreat for a few days to consolidate his current realm.

After coming out of seclusion, he could still seek guidance on pill refinement techniques.

...

During the few days that Su Changqing was in seclusion, some changes occurred within the Minor Immortal Sect.

At that moment, many elders of the Dan Peak gathered in the grand hall.

"Peak Master, our Dan Peak is currently short-staffed. These past few days have been exhausting."

"That's true. The disciples under my guidance haven't had a break for several days."

"Forget it, let's not mention it. Our Dan Peak has been almost surrounded these days."

The elders in the grand hall expressed their helplessness, each with their own concerns.

The cause of this situation was the Divine Cave Contest.

During the contest, many disciples of the Minor Immortal Sect had reaped bountiful rewards.

Although their gains couldn't compare to Su Changqing's, each of them held a substantial amount of resources.

Among these resources, the most abundant were exotic flowers, spirit herbs, spirit fruits, and precious elixirs.

No one was foolish; they knew that directly consuming these resources had its benefits.

But who wouldn't want to refine them into pills to maximize their effectiveness?

As a result, the pill refiners on Dan Peak became highly sought-after.

This was a good thing for the Dan Peak disciples.

Not only could they earn a substantial profit, but they could also hone their pill refinement techniques.

However, the problem was the overwhelming number of people.

Disciples from the other five peaks of the Minor Immortal Sect had surrounded Dan Peak, all seeking pills.

Since they were all from the same sect, if they refined pills for one person and not another, wouldn't that be disrespectful?

What?

The disciples of Wu Peak get priority? The disciples of Mo Peak won't stand for this!

In the past two days, Dan Peak had been bustling with activity, and fights broke out at the slightest provocation.

If not for the supervision of the elders, Dan Peak would have descended into chaos.

But this situation couldn't continue. It was better to ease the tension than to suppress it, as it would inevitably lead to bigger problems.

"So, what do you suggest we do?"

The Dan Peak Master, Shen Binian, asked with a slight headache.

"Peak Master, why don't we ask some disciples from Tian Dan Pavilion to help?"

Elder Sun from Dan Peak suggested, "Although we are no longer at Tian Dan Pavilion, we still have connections there."

"Many of the Tian Dan Pavilion disciples were trained by us."

"Asking them for some assistance shouldn't be a problem."

Upon hearing this, one of the elders nodded in agreement, "This is a good idea."

"We're not asking them to work for free. They can collect spirit stones as usual."

"This way, those disciples can hone their skills while helping us solve our problem, killing two birds with one stone."

The elders present all nodded in agreement.

In the Little Immortal Sect, most of the elders on Dan Peak originated from Tian Dan Pavilion.

Or, to be precise, all the pill concocters in the world, when traced back to their origins, were once part of Tian Dan Pavilion.

Although later, due to various reasons, they left Tian Dan Pavilion and went their separate ways.

However, with some connections and past relationships, it wasn't difficult to borrow some people temporarily.

"That's good too."

After a moment of contemplation, Shen Banyan nodded, "I'll ask my senior brother to lend us some people, and you can stabilize the situation for a few days."

Upon hearing this, the elders all brightened up.

The peak master's senior brother, Ye Jingshan, was known as the 'Dan Sheng' (Pill Sage).

Even in Tian Dan Pavilion, there were only a handful of people who could compare to him.

"Peak Master, I wonder if the old Dan Sheng will come?"

Elder Sun asked expectantly.

"What are you thinking?"

Shen Banyan chuckled and said, "My senior brother is already old, why would he travel such a long distance to come here?"

"Moreover..."

He sighed softly, thinking of something,

"My senior brother hasn't been doing well these days. Tian Dan Pavilion is in turmoil."

The elders present all nodded silently.

Having come from Tian Dan Pavilion, they understood the meaning behind his words.

The old pavilion master was on his last legs, and the new pavilion master had yet to be chosen, causing an upheaval within Tian Dan Pavilion.

The reason they left was precisely to avoid getting entangled in this mess.

"Alright."

Shen Banyan waved his hand as if slightly flustered, "The borrowed people will arrive in a few days, so you can make the arrangements."

...

At the main peak of the Little Immortal Sect, in the grand hall.

"Father, Changqing has agreed. How's the secret realm doing?"

Upon returning to the sect, Miao Feng immediately sought out Miao Ba.

She had been waiting for over twenty years for the Phoenix inheritance, and she couldn't wait any longer.

"Don't worry."

Seeing Miao Feng's haste, Miao Ba frowned, "Since Changqing has agreed, there shouldn't be any major issues in the secret realm."

"But recently, that group of people has appeared again."

Miao Feng's expression changed upon hearing this.

In fact, during this time, she had taken the opportunity to visit the secret realm once to test if she could handle it alone.

Obviously, she had barely made it halfway before giving up and retreating.

However, just as she was about to leave, she discovered another group of people!

These people also had the Phoenix secret realm as their target.

Unlike her, they didn't have the exact location of the secret realm.

They could only estimate the general area and had been lingering within a hundred li of the secret realm.

"Who exactly are they?"

"The entrance to the Phoenix secret realm appears randomly, and only those with the Phoenix bloodline can locate it."

"How did they manage to find their way so close to it?"

Miao Feng furrowed her brows, deeply puzzled by this.

"Those people are very strong, and they might have other means."

After a moment of contemplation, Miao Ba said, "During this time, I'll send people to distract them."

"Once it's completely safe, I'll inform you and Changqing."

Miao Ba had originally planned to seal off that entire area.

However, first, such a move would be too noticeable and would undoubtedly attract attention.

Second, the entrance to the Phoenix secret realm would change at any time, appearing in different locations each time.

He had no choice but to use the most straightforward method to temporarily divert those people.

Miao Feng nodded with a frown, her gaze drifting into the distance,

"I guess we have no other choice. I hope there won't be any mishaps."

...

In the southern region, within the Chiyan Mountain Range.

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The temperature here was extremely high, and most of the forests growing in this area were fire-attributed spirit trees, making it a place rarely visited.

However, during this time, a group of powerful cultivators was constantly circling the area, holding a compass in their hands.

"Strange, this Fire Spirit Compass can sense all the unusual fires in the world."

"The compass indicates that there's definitely an unusual fire nearby, but why can't we find it?"

A man in a blue robe, staring at the compass in his hand, furrowed his brows.

"Senior Brother Song, could it be that the dense fire energy here is causing the compass to malfunction?"

A disciple traveling with them asked.

"Impossible!"

Senior Brother Song shook his head firmly, "Our Tian Dan Pavilion's Fire Spirit Compass is a rare treasure in the world."

"Initially, Junior Brother Jun located the Mingcang Youhuo (Dark Blue Flame) with this compass. How could it be wrong?"

Upon hearing the name 'Junior Brother Jun,' everyone present showed reverence on their faces.

In Tian Dan Pavilion, 'Jun Yu' was known as the 'Little Dan King,' holding the ninth-ranked Mingcang Youhuo (Dark Blue Flame) on the Unusual Fire Ranking.

His identity, status, and combat prowess were privately revered as the Young Pavilion Master.

"It seems we'll have to invite Junior Brother Jun to come."

Song Cheng looked around and said, "Unusual fires have a special connection with each other."

"We can't find it, but Junior Brother Jun definitely can!"

A disciple nearby wanted to say something but hesitated, "But I've heard that the Young Pavilion Master has a bit of a temper."

"If this information is inaccurate, we might be in trouble."

Upon hearing this, everyone's faces changed.

Initially, the Young Pavilion Master was quite approachable, but after obtaining the Mingcang Youhuo (Dark Blue Flame), his personality suddenly changed.

He would often beat and scold people, and there were even rumors that he secretly killed people to vent his anger.

"Don't worry."

Senior Brother Song looked at the compass in his hand and said confidently, "There's definitely an unusual fire here!"

"I've already sent a message to Junior Brother Jun, and he'll be here soon. Just wait patiently."

Minor Immortal Sect, Dan Peak.

In the blink of an eye, two days had passed, and the peak master Shen Banyan had invited someone from Tian Dan Pavilion, who quickly arrived.

What excited the elders the most was that the legendary Dan Saint, Ye Jingshan, had also come!

For a moment, the Dan Peak was bustling with excitement.

The elders surrounded a gentle-faced, white-haired old man, each hoping for some guidance.

Despite their status as elders, their pill refinement skills couldn't compare to his.

"Scram, all of you! What are you doing gathered here?"

Shen Banyan, upon hearing the news, arrived and impatiently dispersed the crowd before sighing and bowing, "Forgive me, Senior Brother. I didn't expect that even for such a minor matter, you would personally come."

Shen Banyan and Ye Jingshan were from the same sect.

Although they were master and disciple, it was the senior brother who had taught him the most about pill refinement.

As a result, Shen Banyan held Ye Jingshan in high regard.

"Hehe, it's boring at Tian Dan Pavilion, so I came out for some fresh air."

Ye Jingshan smiled and then turned to a young girl beside him, who was only thirteen or fourteen years old, "Chu Yaotou, pay your respects to your Master."

The girl, Chu Xi, upon hearing this, respectfully bowed, "Chu Xi, I have met Master."

"Has this Master taken on a disciple?"

Shen Banyan felt a bit embarrassed and awkward, "I didn't even have time to prepare a gift, but I'll make it up later."

"There's no need, Master," Chu Xi said proudly, tilting her small face upwards, her hands behind her back, "I've already mastered the art of pill refinement. Aside from exotic fires, nothing in this world can aid me further!"

Shen Banyan was taken aback, looking down at the tiny, proud girl.

Ye Jingshan, standing beside her, had several black lines appear on his forehead, and he slapped Chu Xi's forehead.

"I've told you many times, be low-key! Be more low-key!"

Chu Xi winced in pain, her forehead swelling, but her hands remained defiantly behind her back.

She proudly declared, "Only mediocre talents need to be low-key. As for me, I will suppress all!"

"You rebellious disciple! You're trying to make me die of anger!"

"Hehe, with such a temperament, you'll never amount to much!"

"You little brat, you better not run!"

Ye Jingshan was so angry that his face turned red and his neck bulged. He immediately restrained Chu Xi, slapping her buttocks twice with a loud smack.

"Old man, I know you're jealous of my talent!"

Chu Xi's words, despite her restraint, still rang out.

Shen Banyan, standing nearby, was stunned.

This was the first time he had seen his good-tempered senior brother so infuriated.

It was also the first time he had seen a young girl so arrogant in front of the Dan Saint.

"Senior Brother, please don't hit her."

After regaining his senses, Shen Banyan hurriedly grabbed Ye Jingshan's hand, feeling both amused and helpless, "Master, she's still young and inexperienced, so it's natural for her to be a bit impulsive."

"As she gains more experiences, her temperament will gradually stabilize."

Ye Jingshan, upon hearing this, glared at Chu Xi, intending to stop.

But Chu Xi lifted her chin and patted her buttocks, saying arrogantly, "That's right. Once I gain more experiences, the world will know that I am invincible!"

Ye Jingshan trembled, pointing at Chu Xi, "You little brat, I'll beat you to death today!"

After a while, Chu Xi, with a bruised and swollen face, still stood there proudly, her hands behind her back.

Ye Jingshan sighed, looking up at the sky.

"Senior Brother, what kind of talent does this Chu Yaotou have that you took her as your disciple?"

Seeing his senior brother so infuriated yet unwilling to let go, Shen Banyan couldn't help but ask with a smile.

Ye Jingshan was already at a high age, and with his exceptional talent, he had never taken on a disciple.

But he never expected that as his time was running out, he would take on such a rebellious young disciple.

"Her?"

Ye Jingshan hesitated for a moment and transmitted his voice, "Imperial Body."

Shen Banyan's pupils suddenly constricted upon hearing this, and he almost couldn't hold back a surprised exclamation.

Imperial Body!

He never expected that the proud young girl would possess such an invincible physique.

"Keep it quiet. Her physique is a bit special."

Ye Jingshan seemed reluctant to discuss this further and changed the topic, "Is Wu Jiuling in the Minor Immortal Sect?"

"This old fellow, knowing that I've come, doesn't even greet me personally."

"If I had known this, I wouldn't have prepared those medicinal wines for him."

The reason Ye Jingshan came to the Minor Immortal Sect was twofold.

First, he wanted to visit an old friend.

Wu Jiuling's medicinal wines from previous years were all prepared by him, and the two had a good relationship.

Second, he wanted to take a break, as the atmosphere in Tian Dan Pavilion had been oppressive lately.

"Elder Wu? He hasn't returned yet."

Shen Banyan said, "But his disciple returned a few days ago."

Speaking of Su Changqing, he couldn't help but praise, "Elder Wu has taken on a good disciple."

"His temperament is exceptional, and his talent is formidable. He can be called a world-shaking prodigy."

Ye Jingshan smiled and nodded, "Since he's a friend's disciple, I should..."

But before he could finish, Chu Xi, who had been eavesdropping, proudly interrupted, "World-shaking prodigy?"

"In front of me, no one dares to claim that title!"

(End of Chapter)

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