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Chapter 378: The First Golden Core Cultivator of the Yun Xiao Alliance
Chapter 378: The First Golden Core Cultivator of the Yun Xiao Alliance
"It seems like there's a problem with his cultivation," replied Yu Changge at this moment, his tone carrying a hint of concern.
"The Grand Elder has been in seclusion for a long time. Everything seemed fine before, but today I sensed something amiss in his cave abode. It felt like someone was attacking the cave's restrictions, and before I could investigate, this sudden change occurred."
Chu Ning's gaze fell on Tang Xuan, who was still enveloped by the giant bell.
"What about after he wakes up...?"
"It's hard to say," Yu Changge shook his head.
"The sound of the Heaven's Primal Bell can calm the mind, but we don't know if there's an issue with the Grand Elder's magical powers. It could be that he simply encountered a mental demon during his cultivation, causing his mental state to become chaotic."
Chu Ning nodded and then took out a pill from his storage bag, saying:
"Sect Master, this pill was given to me by a Nascent Soul cultivator from the Northern Cold.
From what I understand, it seems to have the effect of calming the spirit. Why don't we give one to Senior Tang?"
Yu Changge glanced at the pill in Chu Ning's hand and shook his head, "Let's wait and see how the Grand Elder fares when he wakes up."
As he spoke, Yu Changge waved his hand, recalling the Heaven's Primal Bell back to him.
With a flick of his fingers, he dispelled the spiritual essence and might from the ancient bell. It flew towards him and shrunk in size, landing in his palm to be kept safely away.
Yu Changge then held the currently unconscious Tang Xuan in his arms and looked down at the mountain peak below.
"Elder Chu, let's stay here for now. We don't want to alarm the sect's cultivators if the Grand Elder shows any signs of disturbance when he wakes."
"Good!"
The two of them landed on the peak below, and Yu Changge extended his hand to sense Tang Xuan's spiritual power.
He breathed a slight sigh of relief and said, "It seems like Senior Tang's spiritual power is stable."
However, despite this, Yu Changge still maintained a cautious distance from Tang Xuan.
Placing Tang Xuan on a large boulder, the two of them sat down about thirty feet away.
Chu Ning asked tentatively, "Sect Master, does the Grand Elder possess any ancient treasures?"
Yu Changge shook his head, "The only ancient treasure passed down in the sect is the one I previously held. After I advanced to the Nascent Soul stage, Senior Tang handed it over to me.
Oh right, there's also a fragmented ancient treasure in the sect. It's not very powerful, but it's quite useful for cutting various special refining materials. It's been in Elder Ge's care, you should have seen it."
Chu Ning nodded to indicate that he had seen it and also breathed a slight sigh of relief in his heart.
The fact that Tang Xuan didn't have any ancient treasures on him made things much easier to handle.
Even if he went berserk again after waking up, neither he nor Yu Changge had much to fear.
Chu Ning currently had two offensive ancient treasures on hand, but since he didn't intend to harm Tang Xuan, he hadn't taken them out earlier.
Hearing that Chu Ning was familiar with ancient treasures, Yu Changge asked curiously, "Elder Chu, the flying treasure you used earlier seemed extraordinary. Could it be an ancient treasure?"
Chu Ning shook his head, "No, but this flying treasure was likely refined based on a certain ancient treasure.
It used to be a Nascent Soul cultivator's life treasure. After that cultivator perished, it ended up in my possession by chance."
Upon hearing this, Yu Changge's face showed a look of surprise, "From what I saw, the attack you unleashed was comparable to that of a Nascent Soul cultivator. Did that cultivator meet his end at your hands?"
"I don't have such abilities," Chu Ning shook his head in denial and then took out an Ice Shadow Sword Talisman from his storage bag.
"I was able to launch that attack by borrowing the power of this top-grade talisman.
I've just mastered a special technique for activating talismans, so it appeared as if the spell came from me."
Yu Changge scanned the Ice Shadow Sword Talisman with his spiritual sense and felt the icy power within, realizing that it matched the attack Chu Ning had used earlier.
Only then did he understand.
However, Chu Ning's subsequent use of the Five Elements Spirit Sword, which was clearly a life treasure, and his ability to restrain Tang Xuan with water-attributed spells still left Yu Changge amazed.
He had a vague feeling that even without relying on the power of ancient treasures, he might not have the upper hand if he were to face Chu Ning in a battle.
As Yu Changge was about to ask about the other techniques Chu Ning had displayed, Tang Xuan stirred not far away.
The two of them immediately stopped their conversation and stood up, channeling their spiritual power in preparation for any sudden attacks.
At this moment, Tang Xuan slowly got to his feet. His gaze fell on the two of them, and the madness that had been present earlier was gone.
Although his eyes looked more weathered than when Chu Ning had seen him sixty years ago, they were clear and lucid.
This sight put both Chu Ning and Yu Changge at ease.
Tang Xuan offered a bitter smile and spoke, "I apologize for my earlier behavior. I've caused you both worry."
Hearing these words from Tang Xuan, the two of them knew that he had regained his sanity. Yu Changge immediately asked, "Grand Elder, what happened to you just now?"
Upon hearing this question, Tang Xuan's eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions, and he let out a long sigh, "I've been in seclusion for several years, and recently I had the opportunity to breakthrough to the mid-Nascent Soul stage. But at the crucial moment, my mental state faltered, and I was assaulted by a mental demon backlash.
I almost fell into an irreversible state."
After saying this, Tang Xuan's gaze landed on Chu Ning, "Chu Ning, you've returned to the sect. Your abilities are truly astonishing."
From Tang Xuan's words, it seemed like he could recall the events that had just transpired.
Chu Ning cupped his fists towards Tang Xuan in greeting, "Greetings, Senior Tang."
"There's no need for such formality. You stopped me just now, and I'm grateful," Tang Xuan exhaled softly.
"If I had truly charged out and started killing, I would have fallen deeper and deeper into that abyss.
By then, even I might not have been able to pull myself back."
Even with Tang Xuan's level of cultivation, there was a hint of fear in his tone as he spoke.
Chu Ning asked curiously, "Senior Tang, where were you planning to go just now?
"Oh?" Tang Xuan's eyes flickered slightly upon hearing Chu Ning's words.
"Was it in the spirit domain of the Golden Spirit Seed?"
Tang Xuan had been present outside the spirit domain of the Golden Spirit Seed by Honghu Lake, so he immediately had his suspicions.
Chu Ning nodded, and Tang Xuan proceeded to inquire about the events of that day.
Chu Ning then briefly recounted the significant events that had transpired over the years.
He had narrated this story many times before, so he knew exactly what to include and what to leave out.
It didn't take long for him to give a rough account of his experiences.
After listening to Chu Ning's story, Tang Xuan sighed and said, "It seems that you've had quite a few opportunities during your time away. Not only has your cultivation improved rapidly, but your spiritual abilities are also extraordinary. That flying treasure sword of yours resembles the Five Elements Sword Formation, which is rarely used within our sect."
Upon receiving confirmation from Chu Ning, Tang Xuan nodded.
"The water-based spell that trapped me was also very powerful. Even I had to spend quite some effort to break free."
As he spoke, Tang Xuan turned to Yu Changge and smiled, "Sect Master, you mentioned earlier the powerful Golden Core cultivators in the alliance, referring to you and Jiang Cheng from the Guiyuan Sect. But I assume that even when you were at the late Golden Core stage, you didn't possess such capabilities as Chu Ning."
"Of course," Yu Changge sighed.
"I was already surprised by Elder Chu's powerful spiritual sense. Now, after witnessing his spiritual abilities, I'm truly amazed. It's no exaggeration to say that in terms of spiritual power, calling Elder Chu the number one Golden Core cultivator in the Yun Xiao Alliance wouldn't be an overstatement!"
At this moment, Chu Ning waved his hands and laughed, "Sect Master, Grand Elder, you're flattering me too much."
The two Nascent Soul cultivators were unaware that if Chu Ning truly unleashed his full potential and brought out his ancient treasures, even Nascent Soul cultivators would have to give him their respect.
However, at this moment, Chu Ning didn't feel the need to boast about his hidden strengths to the two elders. Instead, he reached into his storage bag and took out the bottle of pills he had mentioned earlier, handing it to Tang Xuan while explaining its effects.
Tang Xuan accepted the pills without much hesitation.
"Indeed, I need to take some time to recuperate and calm my mind. I'll take these pills, and I'll repay you with a few treasures later."
Upon hearing this, Yu Changge became concerned and asked, "Senior Brother Tang, were you greatly affected by what happened?"
Tang Xuan shook his head and replied, "It's just that I've completely lost the opportunity to advance to the mid-Nascent Soul stage, but it doesn't matter. My lifespan was already limited, and I didn't have much of a chance anyway. I recently obtained a treasure, and I thought I'd take a risk to extend my lifespan. However, it ended up causing instability in my mental state, leading to the emergence of the heart demon. Now that it has passed, it's for the best, and I can put this idea to rest."
As he spoke, Tang Xuan suddenly realized something and said to the two of them, "By the way, I think I attacked Yuan Zhuo back at the sect. We've been away for some time, and the sect's disciples must be worried. Let's head back immediately."
Since Tang Xuan had suggested it, Chu Ning and Yu Changge naturally had no objections.
With their swift speed, they soon returned to the sect.
Indeed, many disciples had been waiting, and when they saw the three of them, they looked up in anticipation.
As soon as they entered the Nine Lotus Sect, Tang Xuan hovered in the air and addressed the disciples, "Disciples of the Nine Lotus Sect, I apologize for alarming you earlier. I encountered a backlash from a heart demon during my cultivation, and I want to express my regrets for any concern I may have caused."
As he spoke, Tang Xuan performed a respectful bow.
The disciples of the Nine Lotus Sect dared not accept his bow and returned his gesture with respectful bows of their own.
At this moment, outside Tianlan Peak, Cen Zikin and Cheng Qinghui exchanged glances.
Cheng Qinghui couldn't help but sigh and say, "The atmosphere within the entire Nine Lotus Sect is truly something I've never seen before. Even Nascent Soul cultivators don't show the slightest bit of arrogance towards ordinary disciples."
"Yes!" Cen Zikin nodded slightly.
Then she turned to Cheng Qinghui and said, "Senior Sister Cheng, since Chu Ning is also here, why don't we go ahead and finalize our decision to join the sect?"
"Good!"
Immediately, the two of them flew off.
At this time, Chu Ning and the others had gone to check on Yuan Zhuo's injuries.
Fortunately, although Yuan Zhuo was badly injured, his foundation remained intact.
With some rest and recovery, he would be fine.
When Cheng Qinghui and Cen Zikin arrived and expressed their willingness to formally join the Nine Lotus Sect, everyone was delighted.
After all, with their addition, the Nine Lotus Sect would immediately gain three more Golden Core cultivators, one of whom, Cheng Qinghui, was already at the late Golden Core stage.
There were also over thirty Foundation Establishment cultivators joining.
Yu Changge immediately announced that he would hold an official induction ceremony for the new members in three days, welcoming them into the sect.
At the same time, he would also formally appoint them as elders of the sect.
Gong Yuyuan, who was standing nearby, interjected, "Sect Master, this ceremony is indeed necessary. Once Elder Cheng and Elder Cen officially join the Nine Lotus Sect, we should inform the alliance. This way, when we send Elder Chu and Elder Cen to the Guiyuan Sect a year later, it will be the most appropriate arrangement."
Upon hearing Gong Yuyuan's words, Yu Changge smiled and nodded, "Elder Gong's suggestion is exactly what I had in mind."
Hearing their conversation, Cen Zikin turned to Chu Ning with a questioning look.
Chu Ning shook his head, indicating that he was unaware of the matter.
Then, he directly asked Yu Changge, "Sect Master, may I ask what the purpose of our visit to the Guiyuan Sect in a year's time is?"
(End of Chapter)
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