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Chapter 394: Fusion Once More
Chapter 394: Fusion Once More
At the Jiuhua Sect, on Jiuling Peak...
"Elder Chu, your fame in the Guiyuan Sect has long since spread back to our sect. Defeating Jiang Cheng and becoming the top Golden Core cultivator in the Yunxiao Alliance—such a title has surely spread throughout the entire alliance, and likely the other major alliances as well."
Upon returning to the sect, Chu Ning and Cen Ziqin couldn't avoid debriefing Elder Yu Changge and the other Golden Core elders about their recent events.
As soon as he saw Chu Ning, Elder Yu Changge smiled and spoke, "Jiang Cheng probably never imagined that he would be defeated by a Golden Core cultivator from our Jiuhua Sect."
Yu Changge's words caused the other Golden Core cultivators of Jiuhua Sect to nod in agreement. Jiang Cheng had been a weight on many of their minds. Even Yu Changge had lost to him in direct combat. It was only because Yu Changge had been the first to advance to the Nascent Soul stage that he had been able to overcome that obstacle. But now, Chu Ning had defeated Jiang Cheng while still at the Golden Core stage, something even Yu Changge had not achieved.
The reputation of Jiuhua Sect was growing louder and louder under these circumstances.
Just as everyone was rejoicing, Tang Xuan suddenly spoke up, "Sect Master, that's old news. Not only Jiang Cheng, but even Lu Yuezhang now views Elder Chu with new respect."
As soon as Tang Xuan finished speaking, the Jiuhua Sect cultivators were greatly surprised.
Lu Yuezhang was a mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from the Guiyuan Sect. In many matters where Qin Changkong, the late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, did not directly intervene, Lu Yuezhang held a great deal of power in the Guiyuan Sect and even the Yunxiao Alliance.
Even Yu Changge, the Jiuhua Sect Master who had already advanced to the Nascent Soul stage, had to defer to Lu Yuezhang.
Hearing Tang Xuan's words, Yu Changge was astonished, "Brother Tang, what do you mean?"
Tang Xuan immediately recounted in detail what he had heard from Lu Yuezhang, as well as the more detailed information he had gathered on the way back about what had happened in the Yunxiao forbidden area with Chu Ning and Cen Ziqin.
For a time, the Jiuhua Sect cultivators were both astonished and delighted.
In the discussion hall, the cultivators couldn't help but sigh with emotion.
Everyone knew that Chu Ning was very skilled, but they had never imagined he would be so powerful.
Not only could he directly withstand attacks from two Nascent Soul cultivators, but he had also severely injured the Outer Realm Demon.
And when he heard that Lu Yuezhang wanted to exchange the Black Gold with Chu Ning, Ge Liuyang's eyes narrowed slightly.
Others may not know, but he did.
The black chain that Chu Ning had taken out before was not short—it had thirty or forty sections.
But at this moment, Ge Liuyang did not speak up.
After listening to the story, Yu Changge immediately said, "Elder Chu's establishment of his might on this trip has greatly benefited our sect. Since Elder Chu does not wish to use the Xuanhuo Sect's compensation, and Elder Cen's treasure and flying sword have been damaged, we will consider it a loss for the sect. Elder Chu, you should take Elder Cen to the Refining Pavilion later. If you need any refining materials, just ask Elder Ge. If the Refining Pavilion doesn't have them, Elder Ge will arrange for them to be collected immediately."
"Thank you, Sect Master!" Chu Ning and Cen Ziqin didn't stand on ceremony and thanked him with cupped fists.
Then, the group continued their discussion in the hall, talking about the Outer Realm Demon.
They all felt a sense of impending doom.
"We still need to find out how that Outer Realm Demon possessed Zhuang Zhong of the Xuanhuo Sect. From now on, everyone should be extra careful when going out to avoid being targeted by it."
Yu Changge's words caused everyone to nod in agreement.
As someone who had faced the Outer Realm Demon twice, Chu Ning also shared the details of his two encounters to help the others know what to watch out for if they ever encountered the demon, so they wouldn't be caught off guard.
Afterward, Chu Ning and Cen Ziqin returned to their cave abode on Tianlan Peak.
"Ziqin, your life-bound treasure has been damaged, and you should refine a new one as soon as possible. After all, a refined treasure needs to be nurtured and cultivated for a period of time before it can unleash its full power. I plan to go to the Refining Pavilion later. What do you think?"
As soon as they entered the cave abode, Chu Ning turned to Cen Ziqin and asked.
Cen Ziqin thought for a moment and said, "The flying sword I have now was refined for me by a senior sister from Yaochi Palace. But now that I've switched to cultivating the Xuan Water Divine Art, there are a few suitable treasures mentioned in the art. I think it would be better to refine one of those treasures."
Chu Ning nodded. He had already thought of this when Lu Yuezhang exchanged the Heavenly Water Bamboo.
"So, do you want to keep the shape of a sword?"
"Yes, let's keep it as a flying sword."
"That's good," Chu Ning said with a smile.
"My Five Elements Sword Array may not be a traditional flying sword, but it's still a sword in the end. Having both of us wielding swords will be a beautiful tale."
Cen Ziqin's exquisite face was filled with smiles at his words.
However, she soon shook her head and said, "My strength is far inferior to yours. It's been a while since I've been relying on you to protect me."
Upon hearing this, Chu Ning laughed and said, "I remember that Fairy Cen once said that she wanted me to be her flower protector. You can't go back on your word now."
As Chu Ning said this, the two of them smiled at each other.
Then, Chu Ning comforted Cen Ziqin, "My situation is a bit special. I've had too many opportunities before, so it's not comparable. Actually, you possess a water-attribute heaven-grade spirit root, and now you also have the Xuan Water Divine Art. Since you've successfully broken through to the middle stage of the Golden Core, your cultivation progress won't be slow."
"I know." Cen Ziqin smiled at this moment and took the initiative to reach out and hold Chu Ning's hand.
"Moreover, there's the Snow Crystal Reishi Elixir and various pills that you gave me. From now on, I'll focus on cultivating here in Tianlan Peak."
"It's best if you think that way. Otherwise, I would have to find a dual cultivation technique to see if we can cultivate together faster." Chu Ning said with a laugh.
Cen Ziqin glared at Chu Ning.
"You've only said a few words, and you're already losing your seriousness."
At this moment, Chu Ning's face immediately turned serious, deep in thought.
Seeing Chu Ning's expression, Cen Ziqin couldn't help but ask curiously, "What's wrong?"
Chu Ning said softly, "I really want to try dual cultivation."
When Cen Ziqin heard this, her face turned scarlet, and she bit her cherry lips, lowering her head.
Seeing Cen Ziqin's expression, Chu Ning knew that she had misunderstood, and quickly said, "I'm not talking about dual cultivation between a man and a woman, but about me cultivating two types of cultivation techniques at the same time."
Cen Ziqin raised her head, her clear eyes filled with confusion as she looked at Chu Ning.
Chu Ning immediately told Cen Ziqin about how he had accidentally discovered that he could cultivate both qi and body refinement techniques at the same time after consuming the Wanfa Guoling fruit.
"You actually consumed three Wanfa Guoling fruits?"
Hearing this, Cen Ziqin was also surprised.
Chu Ning nodded and then murmured, "In the Yunxiao forbidden area, I was able to cultivate two types of techniques at the same time due to the unique energy there. Now that I'm no longer in that environment, I'm not sure if I can still do it."
Thinking of this, Chu Ning couldn't help but feel a little restless.
"Ziqin, I want to try this first. We can go to the Refining Pavilion later."
"Okay, I'm not in a hurry." Cen Ziqin nodded.
Chu Ning was just about to start cultivating when a voice sounded from outside the cave abode.
"Is Chu Ning here?"
Hearing this, Chu Ning stood up and walked out of the cave abode.
"Brother Ge is here. Please come in."
The visitor was indeed Ge Liuyang.
As he entered the cave abode with Chu Ning, he smiled and said, "Previously, the sect master mentioned that Elder Cen was refining a magic treasure, and I thought that since you just returned, you might have a lot on your hands. Anyway, I have to come regularly to deliver refining materials for the Jiuhua Starship, so I might as well come and ask if you need anything first."
Upon hearing this, Chu Ning immediately said, "In that case, thank you, Brother Ge."
"Actually, I came here for another reason as well." Ge Liuyang immediately turned serious.
"It's about the Black Xuan Gold."
Hearing Ge Liuyang mention the Black Xuan Gold, Chu Ning smiled and asked, "Do you want some for refining a magic treasure?"
Ge Liuyang shook his head at this.
"I heard from Tang Xuan that you exchanged the Black Xuan Gold with the Nascent Soul cultivator from Guiyuan Sect. I wanted to ask if you mentioned the quantity to him."
Chu Ning then briefly explained the trade he made with Lu Yuezhang.
Hearing this, a relieved expression appeared on Ge Liuyang's face.
"In that case, I'm relieved. I came here to tell you that I haven't told anyone about your possession of the Black Xuan Gold, including the other sect members. Black Xuan Gold is an ancient refining material, and it now has the effect of suppressing demons. You must keep it a secret. If other sects find out that you still have Black Xuan Gold, there might be trouble."
"Thank you for your reminder, Brother Ge." As Chu Ning spoke, he reached into his storage bag and took out a piece of Black Xuan Gold, offering it to Ge Liuyang. "Brother Ge, I've used quite a bit of the Black Xuan Gold over the years, but I still have some left. Please take this piece first."
Ge Liuyang shook his head again.
As Chu Ning and Cen Ziqin exchanged confused glances, Ge Liuyang smiled and shook his head, explaining, "If you give it to me and then distribute it to other elders within the sect, it will become known that you've been hiding the extent of your Black Xuan Gold reserves from the outside world. If multiple cultivators within our sect possess Black Xuan Gold artifacts, it will be obvious that you've been less than truthful."
"Not to mention those who might covet your Black Xuan Gold, even those two from the Guiyuan Sect might develop certain opinions about you." Ge Liuyang added.
Hearing these words, Chu Ning fell into a brief silence. He realized that he had indeed overlooked this potential issue. The cultivators of the Jiuhua Sect had treated him exceptionally well, and he had intended to share his Black Xuan Gold with them if they needed it.
Understanding flashed across Ge Liuyang's face as he saw the expression on Chu Ning's face. He knew that Chu Ning now grasped the intricacies of the situation.
"The reason for my visit today is to tell you, Junior Brother, that aside from Elder Cen, it's best not to give this Black Xuan Gold to anyone else for artifact refining, at least not in the short term. This includes the Sect Master and the others," Ge Liuyang advised. "As I mentioned earlier, only I am aware of this matter, so you can rest assured."
Chu Ning nodded in agreement and expressed his gratitude with a bow. "Thank you, Senior Brother."
"Alright, let's leave it at that," Ge Liuyang waved his hand dismissively. "Now, let's talk about Elder Cen's life-bound treasure. What materials does she need for its refinement?"
Chu Ning promptly informed Ge Liuyang of the materials required for the artifact, as listed in the Xuan Water Divine Art. Ge Liuyang noted that he would need to gather a few of the items and left with the list in hand.
Only after Ge Liuyang's figure had disappeared from view did Cen Ziqin speak up, her voice soft and thoughtful. "I understand now why you insisted on inviting us to join the Jiuhua Sect. Elder Ge's behavior is indeed rare among other sects."
Chu Ning nodded, acknowledging that she was referring to Ge Liuyang's refusal to accept the Black Xuan Gold. "Yes, there are certainly competitions and struggles within the Jiuhua Sect, whether for positions or resources. But if you can truly contribute to the sect and help it rise to prominence, the entire sect will rally behind you. They will support you without hesitation, and that loyalty is ingrained in their very bones."
Cen Ziqin nodded, having experienced the unique culture of the Jiuhua Sect during her time there. "Until they have the materials ready, I'll wait to refine my artifact. For now, I'll focus on cultivating the Xuan Water Divine Art."
"I'm going to seclude myself for a few days to study the Five Elements Chaotic Palms and the Nine Transformations Body Refinement Technique. Once Elder Ge sends word, let me know," Chu Ning said before entering the cultivation room.
He began by cultivating the Spirit Refining Technique, adjusting his state slightly. Then, he attempted to cultivate the Five Elements Chaotic Palms, and just as before, streams of spiritual energy converged within his body.
At the same time, his dual spirit roots began to refine, but Chu Ning didn't feel any noticeable acceleration in his progress. The overall speed of his cultivation remained largely unchanged.
However, when Chu Ning started to activate the Nine Transformations Body Refinement Technique, something unexpected happened. A peculiar energy surged within him, supporting the technique's operation.
Additionally, Chu Ning could clearly sense that the drop of primal essence power was also being refined, drawing upon the residual energy from the Wanfa Guoling fruit he had consumed in the Yunxiao forbidden area.
"I can still cultivate two techniques simultaneously!" Chu Ning exclaimed in delight.
The strange energy that had suddenly appeared within him was a result of the unique energy he had absorbed in the Yunxiao forbidden area, combined with the effects of the Wanfa Guoling fruit.
He realized that this strange energy was facilitating the refinement of the primal essence power, which had previously been unrefined outside of the Yunxiao forbidden area. Now, strands of primal essence power were supporting the operation of the Nine Transformations Body Refinement Technique, merging with the spiritual energy and being refined once again.
This discovery filled Chu Ning with both surprise and excitement. It meant that even without the influence of the Wanfa Guoling fruit or the unique environment of the Yunxiao forbidden area, he could still achieve the same cultivation effects by combining spiritual energy and primal essence power.
However, after cultivating for a while, Chu Ning paused and slowly opened his eyes, deep in thought.
(End of Chapter)
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