Immortality Begins With The Alchemical Master Chapter 785: Rewarding Merit, Three Generations of Sect Masters - Novel Cool

Chapter 785: Rewarding Merit, Three Generations of Sect Masters

Chapter 785: Rewarding Merit, Three Generations of Sect Masters

"Zeng Yilong, you have contributed greatly to the sect and displayed unwavering determination during the rebellion. When the time came, you stepped forward without hesitation, fulfilling your father's wishes. I bestow upon you a pair of high-grade flying treasures, the Moonbreak Feather Wings, and a powerful weapon, the Ten Thousand Jin Halberd!"

Under the gaze of many, Zeng Yilong's eyes widened in disbelief as he looked up at the figure above.

A gentle laughter echoed.

"Why are you still standing there?"

Zeng Yilong trembled and quickly took a step forward, bowing slightly.

"Thank you, Supreme Elder, for your generosity!"

Two streams of light floated gracefully towards him, and Luo Chen's instructions rang in his ears.

"The Moonbreak Feather Wings were personally refined by me over many years, and when combined with the Nine Wan Li technique I taught you in the past, your escape speed will be unparalleled. Furthermore, this treasure not only excels in flight but also possesses formidable offensive capabilities. I have removed all personal imprints from it, so you can take it and perform the blood recognition ritual to refine it properly."

Zeng Yilong's eyes sparkled with excitement as he carefully accepted the Moonbreak Feather Wings.

He had witnessed Luo Chen commissioning the creation of the Moonbreak Feather Wings in Tian Fan City, and Luo Chen had even given him a subpar pair of wings as a gift.

Unfortunately, those wings had accompanied him through countless battles, only to shatter on the Battle Arena.

But now, in the blink of an eye, he had received an even better pair! And there was also this mighty halberd...

Instinctively, Zeng Yilong reached out to take the halberd, but...

Thud!

He fumbled, and the halberd crashed to the ground, creating a hole in the sturdy green bricks.

If he hadn't forcefully held onto the handle, the halberd might have sunk into the ground.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, his face reddened with embarrassment.

Luo Chen smiled slightly, "Infuse your Astral Energy into it and try again."

Zeng Yilong suddenly understood and quickly followed Luo Chen's instructions.

It wasn't that he was foolish; it was just that in the current cultivation world, there were too few weapons specifically designed for body cultivators. Most treasures were manipulated using spiritual power, which was why he hadn't instinctively infused his blood energy into it.

As he channeled his Astral Energy into the halberd, the incredibly heavy Ten Thousand Jin Halberd slowly rose from the ground, inch by inch.

The more he pulled it out, the more excited he became.

"This halberd is so heavy, so large, and so powerful!"

"If I master this halberd and combine it with the incredible speed of the Moonbreak Feather Wings, even Golden Core mid-stage cultivators might not be my match!"

Luo Chen glanced at Zeng Yilong, seeing that he had grasped the essence of it, and turned his attention elsewhere.

He didn't feel too reluctant to give away these treasures.

The Moonbreak Feather Wings' potential wasn't limited to that of a high-grade treasure, but its growth had already fallen behind his own progress.

The Ten Thousand Jin Halberd was excellent, but since he wasn't a pure body cultivator, he had previously relied solely on his fourth-rank physique's immense strength to wield it. It would be better to give it to someone more suitable, allowing them to unleash its full potential.

As one of the two leading figures of the younger generation in Luo Tian Sect, especially since Zeng Yilong had grown up before his very eyes, he deserved these treasures.

As for the other young leader?

Luo Chen's gaze shifted to another man with an extraordinary appearance but a slightly melancholy demeanor.

"Qin Yuanjiang."

Qin Yuanjiang was taken aback, never expecting to be rewarded during this ceremony.

He stepped forward, his heart pounding.

Looking at Qin Yuanjiang's face, which possessed both the ruggedness of Qin Liangchen and the elegance of Mu Ran Qinglian, Luo Chen sighed softly.

"It's easy to add flowers to a brocade, but it's difficult to send charcoal in the snow. Your willingness to join our sect during its low point and your unwavering loyalty over the years prove your chivalrous heart. Today, I bestow upon you three scrolls of puppetry techniques."

"Thank you, Supreme Elder."

Qin Yuanjiang bowed and accepted the three scrolls, which were clearly recently inscribed. As he was about to put them away, he glanced at Luo Chen.

"Xiao Hu, cultivate diligently and never be complacent!"

Qin Yuanjiang was startled, but Luo Chen had already moved on to reward others.

Qin Yuanjiang stepped back, and as he wondered, he stole a glance at the three scrolls.

Two of them were indeed puppetry techniques, with a more ancient style, likely from ancient times.

However, the remaining scroll caused his pupils to constrict, and his heart trembled.

"How is this soul-splitting technique so similar to the secret arts rumored to be from the Luo Yun Sect?"

He looked up in astonishment at the young man.

The young man paid no heed to his gaze and continued to announce rewards for those who had contributed over the past century. The treasures he presented left the crowd in awe.

"Min Longyu, for your dedication and tireless efforts in protecting the sect, I bestow upon you the Immortal Sealing Compass, which contains three grand formations and eighteen minor ones. Additionally, I grant you a volume of the Stone Chamber Immortal Machinery Array Book!"

"Li Yingzhang, for your perseverance through hardships, your steady progress, and your ability to turn the tide in times of crisis, I grant you a fourth-rank water technique scroll, several third-rank medicines, and five treasures: the Canglan Law Robe, Zhenhai Pearl, Fireproof Shield, Treasure Dropping Copper Coins, and Dragon Nurturing Basin!"

"Yang Pingdu, for your unwavering loyalty and contributions to the sect, I grant you a fourth-rank earth technique scroll, several medicines, and the Wu Tu Xing Huang Banner!"

The treasures dazzled everyone's eyes.

The names called out were both expected and unexpected.

Like Qin Yuanjiang, who had recently joined, and Yang Pingdu, who had received generous rewards.

However, there were still a few individuals whose names had yet to be called.

Fu Jiusheng remained calm, while Chu Kui fidgeted, and Qu Lingjun lowered his head, his emotions unknown.

Suddenly, Luo Chen spoke.

"Fu Jiusheng, Chu Kui!"

The two men looked up at Luo Chen, their eyes meeting, and the doubts in their hearts dissipated.

"My friends, I have not misjudged you. After I leave, you are still willing to protect the sect, unlike that ambitious fifth-rank rogue."

"In the past, we walked side by side. Now, I, Luo Chen, have attained the Nascent Soul Realm before you. I hope you will catch up soon."

"I bestow upon you the Incarnation Technique!"

Fu Jiusheng and Chu Kui were stunned, their faces filled with disbelief.

The Incarnation Technique!

Their talents weren't exceptional, and their cultivation levels were not particularly high. They lacked exquisite cultivation methods, and the Golden Core realm was already the limit of their efforts.

But with the Incarnation Technique, who wouldn't want to avoid turning into a handful of yellow dust after five hundred years?

Two streams of light shot out from Luo Chen's fingertips and entered the foreheads of Fu and Chu.

"Take these and study them well to make up for your shortcomings. Despite your poor talent and advanced age, when the time comes, you will have one chance to strive for the Essence True Realm. Fellow cultivators, let's encourage each other!"

The spiritual consciousness entered their minds, and both Fu and Chu looked dazed.

Finally, they bowed deeply to Luo Chen.

"Thank you, Supreme Elder, for your gift!"

"Thank you, Supreme Elder, for your gift!"

Luo Chen smiled slightly, and his gaze eventually landed on the child who was bowing his head, as if he had done something wrong.

In truth, he was no longer a child. Judging by the wrinkles on his face, he seemed even older and more weathered than Luo Chen.

But no matter when, in front of Luo Chen, he was still that child who, amidst the snowstorm in the Slanting Moon Valley, loudly recited the Hundred Grasses Medicine Sutra to him.

"Qu Lingjun!"

Qu Lingjun slowly raised his head to look at Luo Chen, and there seemed to be a plea in his eyes.

What was he pleading for?

Was he hoping to receive a reward like the others, so as not to fall behind?

Or was he hoping not to be rewarded, but rather to be punished, to find peace of mind?

Luo Chen didn't see the plea, he just calmly said, "As my disciple, you naturally belong to the Luo Tian Gate. From this day forward, sever your position as a Guest Scholar of Glory Palace, and return to the ranks of the Luo Tian Gate."

Was this his punishment? Qu Lingjun trembled and stammered, "Master... Master, about Glory Palace..."

"I will speak to the Nascent Soul Zhenren myself, but regarding the matters within Glory Palace that concern you, you must personally sever them, such as your remarriage."

"Of course, if you don't want to return, then that's the end of it!"

Luo Chen spoke calmly.

But in his words, there was a sternness that he had never shown before.

Qu Lingjun looked bewildered and retreated.

In his life, he had been obsessed with Mi Li during the Qi Condensation stage. After reaching Foundation Establishment, he had wanted to follow in the footsteps of his master, Luo Chen, but then he encountered great chaos. To save his sect, he joined Glory Palace and became entangled with another woman, Meng Qin'er.

Trapped by love, he couldn't free himself.

Unable to fulfill his obligations, how should he handle this situation?

...

The rewards and punishments seemed to have come to an end.

But unexpectedly, Luo Chen suddenly announced another piece of news.

"The second generation Sect Master of the Luo Tian Sect, Yao Mingyue, has bravely taken on the responsibility in a time of crisis. He has upheld the sect's traditions and ensured the continuity of our lineage. His contributions are immeasurable!"

"Today, I step down as the Sect Master. From now on, you will accompany me in my cultivation, and on an appointed day, we will form our Golden Core!"

"Li Yingzhang!"

Amidst the uproar, Li Yingzhang, who had previously retreated, stepped forward again.

"Disciple is here!"

As if he knew what was about to happen, he lifted his robe and knelt directly on the ground.

"From this day forward, you are the third generation Sect Master of the Luo Tian Sect. You must dedicate yourself wholeheartedly, ensuring that our sect's reputation remains untarnished and that the name of Luo Tian is forever exalted!"

After saying these words, Luo Chen took a deep breath.

Then, he slowly pointed at Li Yingzhang.

A terrifying power emanated from the hall!

Li Yingzhang calmly faced the finger, looking straight at it.

He felt a slight burning sensation on his forehead, and then it was over.

The crowd saw that on his forehead, there was a lifelike green flame imprint, like a third eye suspended in the center of his brow.

After this action, Luo Chen seemed a bit weary.

He slowly stood up, with Yao Mingyue and Wang Yuan by his side.

"Yingzhang, you can now begin the task I assigned to you."

Li Yingzhang responded, and after Luo Chen had completely left, he slowly stood up.

As he rose, numerous gazes followed his movement.

No wonder, among the many rewards, Li Yingzhang had received the most.

He was given a fourth-rank cultivation technique for the Nascent Soul stage, numerous pills, and a full five treasures! Five treasures, which ordinary people would find it difficult to drive, especially since Li Yingzhang already had the Chi Dragon Sword that he had been refining for many years. Why was he given so much? At the time, people were intimidated by Luo Chen's might and simply thought he was being biased.

But now it seems that he was laying the groundwork for Li Yingzhang to become the Sect Master!

The crowd looked at Li Yingzhang, but when they saw the green flame on his face, they subconsciously averted their eyes, feeling uneasy.

His presence alone commanded respect, and people couldn't help but look at him with awe.

Li Yingzhang's heart was filled with mixed emotions.

His grandfather probably never imagined that he would reach this point! At that time, he was still worried that the Luo Tian Sect would swallow up the Li family, and he had even set up various backup plans and made deals with Luo Chen.

But he never expected that the Li family would completely merge into the Luo Tian Sect, and that he, Li Yingzhang, would become the Sect Master!

The twists and turns of fate were truly remarkable!

Li Yingzhang smiled slightly, "The Supreme Elder has given me a task, and I will need the help of my fellow sect members."

Everyone agreed, as this was a task assigned by the Supreme Elder, not a mere favor. It was just Li Yingzhang being polite.

"It's simple. Go to the Five Domains and invite Nascent Soul Zhenren to Hundred Mile Green River to attend the Incarnation Ceremony of our Supreme Elder, Luo Chen Zhenren!"

"The Windflower Region is already being taken care of by Xu Xiao Liu and his team. The Supreme Elder has also made arrangements for the White Crane Region, so Elder Wang Yuan will go there later. Therefore, there are only three regions left. Six Golden Core cultivators will go in pairs to extend the invitations."

"This is the first grand event of our sect in a hundred years. Everyone, don't be negligent!"

As he spoke, Li Yingzhang's tone became slower, but his words carried more weight.

The cultivators responded solemnly!

...

"Luo Chen, are you alright?"

"It's nothing, just a bit exhausting."

In response to Wang Yuan's question, Luo Chen waved his hand.

The imprint left on Li Yingzhang's forehead was not as simple as it seemed.

It contained three things!

The first was the Divine Withering and Flourishing Finger, which, once unleashed, would severely injure a Nascent Soul stage cultivator, even if they didn't die.

The second was the Withering and Flourishing Fire Seed, which had no offensive capabilities, but when unleashed, it could transform into Luo Chen's Flaming Heaven's Seven Rings Defense, capable of blocking a single strike from a Nascent Soul Zhenren.

Lastly, it was a strand of Luo Chen's divine consciousness.

If the first two things couldn't protect Li Yingzhang, then Luo Chen would have to personally negotiate with the enemy.

The three of them staying together and transforming into a mark was already a test of skill.

If not for Luo Chen's current Fourth Rank Array Formation expertise, completely integrating and comprehending the seven foundational restrictions, it would have been difficult to achieve such a level.

Especially since he also had to ensure that this mark wouldn't affect Li Yingzhang's cultivation, so he had to put in extra effort.

Feeling tired was normal!

Luo Chen turned to the woman following behind him and smiled slightly, "Mingyue, are you a little reluctant to give up the position of Zongzhu?"

Yao Mingyue lifted her head and smiled, "I am a little reluctant, but you're right, my lifespan is limited. I should prioritize the Great Dao! Even if I cling to the position of Zongzhu, at most I'll have forty or fifty years, why bother forcing it."

At this point, she also completely let go.

However, Yao Mingyue was also curious.

"Shishu, can you really help me form my Nascent Soul? I've only reached the eighth layer of Foundation Establishment."

Her master was Sima Hui'niang, so naturally, she could call Luo Chen, her Shishu, even more intimately than the Supreme Elder.

Luo Chen calmly said, "In this world, nothing is certain. But if you have fifty years of dedicated cultivation time, combined with my pills and cultivation methods, and with my personal guidance, reaching the peak of Foundation Establishment is just around the corner. As for forming your Nascent Soul, it depends on your fate."

Yao Mingyue was initially a little disappointed.

But she immediately realized something!

The chances of forming a Nascent Soul among Luo Tian Sect cultivators were extremely high. As long as they cultivated the Dust Essence Technique, forming the Nascent Soul would be almost effortless.

This technique was extremely difficult to cultivate, and there were even precedents of people like Xing Zonghan who deviated from the path and went astray.

But now, she had the personal guidance of her Shishu, Luo Chen, the creator of this technique, who must have rich experience. Not to mention minor success, even major success might not be able to stop her.

In other words, as long as Yao Mingyue reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, forming her Nascent Soul would be a sure thing!

After realizing this, Yao Mingyue completely relaxed.

She couldn't forcefully take the position of Zongzhu. Under the current situation, they needed a capable and powerful Zongzhu to live up to the name of "Luo Tian Upper Sect"!

Li Yingzhang, with his resilient character, stable handling of matters, and exceptional calmness in the face of major events, was undoubtedly the top choice!

Handing over the sect to this person, she felt at ease.

And entrusting herself to Luo Chen, she felt even more at ease.

With this, what else was there to worry about?

After a few words, Yao Mingyue's heart knot was untied.

Upon reaching the small stone platform, she went into the cave abode to visit her master, Sima Hui'niang.

Meanwhile, Luo Chen and Wang Yuan remained outside.

"Wang Yuan, I've rewarded everyone else, but not you. Don't blame me, little brother," Luo Chen asked with a mischievous smile.

Wang Yuan rolled his eyes, "Between you and me, we've never been formal. And seeing your expression, you must have prepared something. Just give it to me directly!"

"Hehe."

Luo Chen stacked his hands, and a pile of items appeared on the stone table.

Books, bamboo slips, and jade slips, all containing recorded information.

"What are these?"

"These are all cultivation manuals related to body refinement. They are my collection over the past hundred years, covering the Northern Sea and Central State, from ancient times to the present. Some of these body refinement techniques have extraordinary power, and I've even integrated them into a set called the Demon Lord's Seven Scattering Hands."

"But I ultimately can't focus solely on body refinement, and I can't delve into the profound depths of these manuals. Giving them to you might be the most suitable choice."

Wang Yuan nodded and flipped through the cultivation manuals one by one, skimming through them.

"Windflower Region, Ascending Immortal Path, Wind Leg, Moon Step, Thunder Kick, and Cloud Stride. These exquisite body refinement techniques and brilliant concepts, if fully mastered, can completely bridge the gap in attack distance between cultivators using only their steps and speed. Are three moves missing?"

"Flowing Cloud Immortal Seizing Finger, it has a similar yet distinct charm to my self-created Immortal Demon Three Fingers' Blood God Tribulation Finger, but it excels in its lack of worldly concerns and its domineering and fierce aura..."

"Ji Shan Six Movements? Average, but this accompanying Ji Shan Body Cultivation Technique is a bit interesting."

Watching Wang Yuan mutter to himself, his eyes glowing with excitement, Luo Chen sighed helplessly.

He had guessed this might happen.

He had originally prepared a gift for Wang Yuan.

Seeing him engrossed, he didn't mention it, not wanting to distract him.

He would wait until he finished refining it and then give Wang Yuan a surprise!

Luo Chen didn't disturb Wang Yuan and leisurely strolled on the small stone platform, his mind occupied with matters concerning the Luo Tian Sect.

The position of Zongzhu, he had already reappointed.

Li Yingzhang had the strength, potential, and the ability to lead a sect!

Next was Li Yingzhang's Incarnation Ceremony.

But the main purpose of this ceremony wasn't to flaunt power and prestige, but to forge connections.

His connections, and the Luo Tian Sect's connections.

Originally, he had planned to return to Dong Huang and bring the Luo Tian Sect members directly to Central State.

But the news of the Heavenly Origin Dao Sect's war with the Northern Sea had already reached him, and he understood the Dao Sect's intentions.

Central State was "crowded," and resources were scarce. That was why they had launched an expedition to the Outer Continent.

In this situation, bringing the Luo Tian Sect there would only make them cannon fodder in the conquest of the Outer Continent.

Since that was the case, Luo Chen planned to stay temporarily and properly manage the Luo Tian Sect. This way, when the time came to leave, they would be a group of elites with sufficient self-preservation capabilities.

As for the third matter...

Looking at Hundred Mile Green River, Luo Chen shook his head.

The current Luo Tian Sect couldn't withstand much turmoil. Even if they didn't expand, they needed a period of recuperation.

The lower-level disciples and followers needed to be united.

Higher-level cultivators, like Gu Caiyi and the other Golden Core cultivators, also needed time to stabilize their cultivation.

Anyway, from Luo Chen's perspective, aside from Li Yingzhang and the older generation's Fu Jiusheng, the rest of the Golden Core cultivators seemed to have somewhat unstable cultivation.

"It's perfect timing. I've been stabilizing my cultivation recently, so I'll accompany them!"

(End of Chapter)

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