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Chapter 326: Crisis! Targeting the Hidden Soul Pavilion! (Part 1)
Chapter 326: Crisis! Targeting the Hidden Soul Pavilion! (Part 1)
"This?!!!"
Qu Feisi was climbing the mountain with Qian Yangyin, the two of them chatting happily.
Recently, the two sects had earned a lot from the Black White Academy's Ethereal World assignment, their mouths full of oil, and their moods were great.
However, the sudden shout almost made Qu Feisi bite his tongue off.
It was fine that the sixth member of the Black White Academy had come.
They had met more than once, and the Moon Holding Sect had a cooperative relationship with them.
Although personally coming to "congratulate and celebrate" was a bit too much, it wasn't completely unacceptable.
But... the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother herself?!!!
This, this, this!!!
"Brother Qu."
Qu Feisi was shocked, and Qian Yangyin was even more disoriented, unable to resist saying, "You think... this Lin Zongzhu isn't... the Holy Mother's illegitimate son, is he?"
Qu Feisi's eyes twitched. "Don't dare to say such nonsense!"
That's what he said, but after Qian Yangyin's reminder, he couldn't help but think along those lines...
It wasn't that he had a problem, but this was truly too bizarre.
If not for this, it wouldn't make any sense!
A Supreme Lord-level existence, how powerful and high above others they were?
Let alone a seemingly third-rate, actually... well, a top-tier first-rate sect, even a Super First-Level or Holy Land wouldn't have a Supreme Lord-level figure casually appear to congratulate them!
Such an existence personally visiting was truly hard to remain calm about.
"Quick!"
"We must hurry to welcome her."
Shocked as they were, they couldn't afford to be impolite.
Soon, they saw the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother, Gu Xing Lian.
She walked gracefully, and in her presence, the world seemed to dim, making her the only one who mattered.
Lin Fan watched from a distance, his lips twitching.
This aura...
It was almost comparable to the Willow Deity.
Of course, this was because the Willow Deity didn't care about such things. If she were to unleash all her special effects, she would far surpass Gu Xing Lian by a great margin.
But in this Immortal Martial Continent, Gu Xing Lian was indeed the most outstanding woman... without a doubt.
At least, for now!
"Pay respects to the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother."
As Gu Xing Lian approached, everyone bowed.
Gu Xing Lian smiled slightly and gently waved her hand. "No need for such formalities."
"I am only here to observe the ceremony and offer my blessings, not to be the main focus today. Please do not mind me."
Everyone: "..."
"Yes."
Everyone agreed readily.
But in reality...
How could they not mind!
As they were shocked, they couldn't help but speculate on the relationship between the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land and the Moon Holding Sect.
They were all locals in the Southwest Region and knew the history of the Moon Holding Sect, thus understanding the connection between the Moon Holding Sect and the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land.
But the question was...
The connection was one thing, but the Moon Holding Sect's decline was due to a conflict with the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land, which led to their quick defeat and the disappearance of their sect leader, followed by being suppressed by the Moonlight Sect and other forces, leading to their gradual decline.
Hmm...
Another question arose.
The Moon Holding Sect gradually declined, and the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land did nothing.
But when the Moon Holding Sect was about to be destroyed, the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Land stepped in to protect them...
This naturally raised questions about what had happened and what hidden circumstances were involved.
And now!
For such a minor event as a relocation, the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother actually came in person?!!!
There must be a problem!
Their eyes were sharp, and their thoughts were myriad.
And since Lin Fan didn't plan to make the ceremony too grand, it was quite simple.
Just a relocation, followed by a bow to the ancestors, and it was over.
During this time...
Not only were Qu Feisi and others shocked and speculating about the reason, but Lin Fan himself was also extremely curious and pondering the reason!
The Moon Holding Sect disciples, on the other hand, were incredibly excited and felt proud, as if they walked three inches taller.
They held their heads high.
Even the disciples of the Moonlight Sect lineage felt honored.
After all...
In the end, everyone was part of the Moon Holding Sect now!
Afterward.
Lin Fan called 'Lu Ming' and approached the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother. "Holy Mother, may I have a word with you?"
He didn't believe that the Ten Thousand Flower Holy Mother came just to congratulate them.
Although they had some connection, it wasn't that significant in the past.
She must have a reason for coming!
Gu Xing Lian smiled at Lin Fan and looked at Lu Ming, her eyes filled with even more amusement. "Sure."
Lin Fan and Lu Ming led the way.
To the others, this seemed perfectly normal.
One was the Moon Holding Sect's sect leader, the other the chief executive of the Moonlight Sect's lineage.
Receiving her together showed their respect for the Holy Mother!
As for more people?
Too many people might not be a good thing.
...
In the newly built Moon Holding Palace, it was even more grand and magnificent.
But...
It wasn't at all cozy.
Lin Fan himself didn't like this feeling, but as the main hall of a sect, it had to be this way.
This was called aura.
Like the first residence of a certain nation...
It wasn't about being cozy, but about having the right aura!
"Holy Mother, please sit."
Gu Xing Lian nodded lightly and sat down.
Ya Ya personally served the spirit tea, which she accepted calmly. Her beautiful eyes scanned Ya Ya, revealing a hint of surprise. "A mortal body?"
"To ascend the immortal path with a mortal body and achieve such accomplishments is truly astonishing."
"Unbelievable!"
Ya Ya smiled lightly. "Predecessor, you flatter me."
"I owe my success to my good fortune and the guidance of my Master."
"Don't belittle yourself. Fortune is an integral part of cultivation." Gu Xing Lian said seriously. "And the most important part!"
"Does the Holy Mother value fortune, or perhaps... luck?"
Lin Fan smiled and asked, "Of course."
Gu Xinglian sighed lightly, "Speaking of it, it's truly disheartening. For cultivators, fortune is the foundation."
"What about talent, what about hard work..."
"Without fortune, it's like a floating weed, hard to accomplish anything."
"Indeed."
Lin Fan didn't refute; on the contrary, he felt it made perfect sense! It's the truth that without fortune, nothing can be achieved.
Those with extraordinary fortune...
It's like they can stumble upon treasures just by walking, or even directly obtain the inheritance of a certain Immortal Emperor, consume a Nine Transformations Golden Core, and ascend during the day.
However, if we compare...
The ordinary cultivators who strive and dedicate themselves to cultivation will truly feel despair.
"But, this little girl also works very hard."
"It's not just about fortune."
Lin Fan slowly spoke, temporarily concluding the topic, and then asked Gu Xinglian, "Why has the Holy Mother come? Is there anything you wish to instruct me on?"
"It's not exactly an instruction."
"Just to see you."
"When we parted ways, your growth amazed me."
She looked at Lin Fan, or rather, at Lu Ming.
"Indeed, clever means."
"I initially thought that the Moon Holding Sect and the Bright Moon Palace would inevitably have a great battle, a life-and-death struggle, but I never imagined that in the end, you would resolve it with such methods. It's truly brilliant, and for the Moon Holding Sect, this is the best outcome."
"I can't hide it from Holy Mother."
Lu Ming chuckled, "But, to be honest, this is all thanks to my luck."
"This wasn't part of the plan, and I never thought of playing the role of a double agent. But they came knocking on my door, giving me the opportunity."
"I had no choice but to go with the flow."
"But you shouldn't underestimate the strategies and cunning involved. Why do you belittle yourself?"
Gu Xinglian still expressed her belief in him.
Lu Ming, or rather, Lin Fan, was quite curious, "Holy Mother, when did you find out my identity?"
"The moment you came to see me."
The Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Mother didn't hide the truth, "I could tell at a glance that you were just a straw man. At that time, I was curious where your true self was."
"After that..."
"..." Lin Fan continued the conversation, "The Sky Gazing Mirror."
"Yes."
"Indeed."
Lin Fan smiled helplessly, "No matter how powerful my transformation technique is, it can't hide from the Sky Gazing Mirror."
"It's already quite impressive."
Gu Xinglian praised, "My Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land specializes in this path. Even if it were a Ninth Stage cultivator, a Holy Land, or even a Holy Lord, they might not be able to see through your transformation technique.
"Your transformation technique must be in the Invincible Technique category!"
"The applications are... quite extensive."
"..."
Lin Fan raised his eyebrows, "Then, Holy Mother, please enlighten me."
"You little rascal."
Gu Xinglian smiled, "Indeed, you're quite clever."
"There is indeed something I need your assistance with, but not at this moment."
"The timing isn't right, and your strength is still too weak. Grow as quickly as possible."
"If you can reach the peak of the Ninth Stage within five to ten years..."
"There's a major matter that requires your help."
"!!!"
Lin Fan's scalp tingled, "Holy Mother, reaching the peak of the Ninth Stage within five to ten years... Is this request a bit too astonishing?"
"I wonder who in the world can accomplish this?"
"Moreover, what exactly is this matter that even you need to seek help from others? Is it something that even the power of a Holy Land can't resolve?"
"Just because no one in the world can do it doesn't mean you can't."
Gu Xinglian looked at Lin Fan with a faint gaze, "Of course, if you can't, then consider that I never mentioned it today."
"But I believe you can."
"You truly trust me."
"I'm not trusting you, but rather, in recent years, the major events you've experienced, I've witnessed them all."
"Especially your battle with Hongwu, even I was greatly enlightened."
"That's why I came looking for you."
At this point, she sighed softly, "In the Golden Age, those bearing the fortune of the Heavenly Mandate are countless."
"But when I look upon the world, I discover..."
She looked deeply into Lin Fan's eyes and then smiled, "Speaking of which, the number of people with fortune around you is quite impressive."
Lin Fan scratched his head, "Well..."
"It's all about luck."
"Perhaps."
"But as I mentioned earlier, luck, or rather, fortune, is the most crucial."
"Actually..."
She paused and said, "What I need is your fortune."
"With you here, I can rest assured."
"But if you don't reach the peak of the Ninth Stage, you don't even have the qualifications to participate."
Lin Fan, "..."
Damn! I think I understand now. She wants me to be a lucky charm?
But...
This Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Mother is quite a character.
She actually understands this kind of operation.
But speaking of which, only those at the peak of the Ninth Stage have the 'entry' qualifications.
What exactly is this matter?
Is it a battle against Immortals?
Scary!
"I can only do my best."
Lin Fan sighed, "I won't deliberately speed up or slow down my cultivation because of this, but whether I can 'catch up' in time is hard to say."
"After all, it's quite challenging to break through nearly two major realms in just a few years."
"I believe in you."
Gu Xinglian's red lips curved into a smile, like a blooming flower.
When my flower blooms, a hundred flowers will wither!
"I don't even believe in myself."
"Haha."
Gu Xinglian chuckled, "You'll come to believe."
"Alright, I've said what I needed to say, and now I'll take my leave."
Lin Fan helplessly said, "Can't you reveal a bit more?"
I really dislike people who speak in riddles!
"It's not that I'm keeping it a secret, but this matter, the fewer people who know, the better. And... perhaps someone is already watching?"
"It's hard to say."
She stood up and waved her hand, preparing to leave.
"Wait a moment."
"How is Xiao Long Nu?" Ya Ya asked.
"That little rascal has gotten used to her craziness. After returning, she's been a bit out of her element. But rest assured, she's doing well."
"However, in this life, who can truly control their own destiny and only do what they want?" She shook her head lightly, and with a swift movement, she disappeared.
Lin Fan was perplexed, "Does she mean that even a Holy Mother like her has numerous worries?"
"Interesting..."
"It seems the waters of the Xianwu Continent run deeper than I imagined!"
Ya Ya nodded and said softly, "I always thought that the Holy Land was the supreme existence in the Xianwu Continent."
"After all, from ancient times until now, no individual or force has been able to challenge the Holy Land. So, we assumed it was above everything, but who would've thought that even they have worries and need help?"
"I wonder who..."
"Who is the 'enemy'?"
Lin Fan narrowed his eyes and slowly raised his head.
"Ji..."
"It's said that for those from the upper realm to descend, the conditions are extremely harsh, and a huge price must be paid... That's right!" She suddenly realized, "The harsh conditions and the high price indicate that it's not impossible."
"Master."
"We..."
"It seems we need to speed up our progress."
"Mhm."
Lin Fan nodded slightly.
"The Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Mother's visit seems like she's seeking help, but in reality, she's reminding us."
"Let's strive to become stronger."
"Me, you, and everyone else."
"Including the entire Moon Holding Sect..."
"Strength is the standard by which everything is measured. Only with sufficient strength can one stand firm amidst the raging waves like an unyielding rock."
"Our Moon Holding Sect doesn't ask for anything else."
Lin Fan sighed softly, "We only ask to withstand the winds and rains, the raging waves."
"Yes, Master!"
"I will do my utmost, Master!"
"..."
"I, too, must cultivate diligently."
"I can't waste this 'talent' of mine."
Lin Fan, the true Lu Ming, murmured to himself.
Over the past few years, he had been undercover within the Moonlight Sect, and indeed, he hadn't cultivated much. Busy with various tasks, the Moonlight Sect had now settled, and the Moon Holding Sect had relocated.
As the 'Head Disciple', he could now take a step back and let others handle matters for a while.
With an increasing number of disciples, the 'talent' and 'comprehension' he could share had become even more remarkable...
Breaking through to the peak of the Ninth Stage within five to ten years? For others, it might seem impossible, but for Lu Ming, who was cheating, it wasn't entirely out of reach!
"I'd like to see what kind of thing could make even the Holy Land wary."
"..."
...
It was a quiet night.
Lu Ming announced his seclusion, and no one was to disturb him unless it was a special event.
The elders of the Moonlight Sect weren't surprised. After all, they were all cultivators, and seclusion was a normal part of cultivation, especially as one's cultivation level increased.
(End of Chapter)
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