Exponential Powers Cave
To the Yin Master, the Exponential Powers Cave was filled with spiritual energy. The Sect Leader had warned him before, "This is the most precious thing in the world."
"The energy of heaven and earth is limited, the same goes for spiritual energy."
"Laying the foundation of the tenth level is actually the process of extracting spiritual energy from the human body. The Dragon Qi is bestowed upon the cultivators. This cave is the Dragon Qi of the Earth."
"Although you can only extract a small amount of it every day, if you stay close to it, you will be able to sense it. This is why it's called the Exponential Powers Cave."
Song Zhi was overjoyed at first, seeing it as a sign that he had become the Honorary Disciple of the Sect. However, as he paced around the cave, his expression turned ugly. Opening the gates of heaven, opening the gates of heaven, he could feel that he was only a hair's breadth away from the gates of heaven. However, this barrier was as strong as steel, and was hard to break.
His own Master had already fought for a place for him to cultivate in the cave. This was the place where the Patriarch and the previous Sect Leaders cultivated. It was a rare and blessed place within the sect. But why couldn't he break through the gates of heaven?
The gates of heaven were a trial of life and death. The records in the books were only so-so. However, he had experienced it himself. The gates of heaven were like a ravine.
"Caw, caw!" He could hear the sound of a pigeon chirping outside. There was a protective spell within the cave, and no one was allowed to enter without permission. Even small animals were prohibited from entering. Why was there a pigeon outside?
Song Zhi was hesitant. The sound of the pigeon's chirping had disrupted his train of thought. He then walked out of the cave. When he reached the entrance, he saw a paper pigeon. This pigeon was covered with talismans.
This was a messenger pigeon used by Daoist sects. There was a protective spell outside, and nobody could enter. But why was this pigeon here? Could it be that someone within the sect had sent a message?
Song Zhi walked up and saw that the pigeon was holding onto a letter tube. Seeing that Song Zhi had arrived, the pigeon did not move. It allowed Song Zhi to hold onto the tube and retrieve the letter.
Reading the contents of the letter, Song Zhi's expression changed. He then muttered to himself, "Hm, this person is up to no good, but …."
After pacing around for some time, he gritted his teeth and walked into the cave. After some time, he retrieved some treasures and sneaked down the mountain.
It was located at the foot of the mountain in a small town. Lanterns were lit and Song Zhi approached to take a look. Indeed, he saw a waiter carrying a lantern out to welcome him, "Young master, please follow me. The guest is waiting for you."
"Who invited me?" Song Zhi looked at the waiter and asked.
"Young master, I don't know either. All I know is that the two young masters are waiting for you. They gave you a painting and said that when you arrived, they would invite you upstairs." The shop assistant said with a pained expression.
"Bring me up," Song Zhi said to the waiter after a moment of hesitation.
"Young Master, please." The waiter led Song Zhi up the stairs. As soon as he entered the room, he saw an ordinary-looking man. He was dressed in robes that were neither old nor new. The robes had been washed so many times that the colors had faded. It was Shi Mu Zhong, and he was sipping on some tea.
As they entered the room, Song Zhi glared at Shi Mu Zhong. Shi Mu Zhong then called out to the waiter, "Serve the tea."
When the tea was served, the waiter retreated. Shi Mu Zhong did not speak. Song Zhi was getting impatient, "Who are you? Why do you have my painting? Why are you looking for me? "
Hearing Song Zhi's words, Shi Mu Zhong placed his teacup down and laughed, "Young Master, a straightforward person doesn't beat around the bush. Why did I look for you? I've made it clear in my letter. Since Young Master is here, you don't have to pretend to be ignorant."
"As for who I am, that's not important. What's important is that I've found out about Pei Zi Yun. He's already cultivated to the Tough and Soft state. He's at least at the ninth level. How long has he been cultivating for? I suspect that within a few months, he'll be able to cultivate to the full circle and break through the gates of heaven. "
As soon as Shi Mu Zhong finished speaking, he glared at Song Zhi. When Song Zhi heard this, his face fell as he stood up, "No, that's not possible. How can that be possible?"
As he said this, he glared at Pei Zi Yun fiercely, "Cultivation is the hardest. Every step forward is hard to come by. The further you go, the harder it gets. How can he still improve so quickly? No, I don't believe it."
Song Zhi's face was contorted as he smashed the teacup on the table onto the floor. After some time, Song Zhi raised his head and glared at Shi Mu Zhong, "Who are you? I'm sure you're here for more than this. Tell me this."
"Song Zhi is really petty. It's no wonder he can't make it big!" Shi Mu Zhong thought to himself, "Since you're here, you should have thought this through and know my motive."
As soon as these words were spoken, Song Zhi's face fell. Shi Mu Zhong then laughed, "Pei Zi Yun's foundation is at the full circle in two years. How many years do you think he'll need to break through the gates of heaven and become a Yin Master?"
"The gates of heaven is a hurdle. Only by passing this hurdle can one have the hope of achieving immortality. If he can't even pass this hurdle, you should be able to understand the outcome. It's just that Senior Brother Song, even if you've been taken care of by your master, and entered the Paradise, do you think you'll be able to pass this hurdle? How long will it take?"
"You've worked hard for ten years, and you're prepared to give up your position as the Honorary Disciple just like that? You're going to call him the Sect Leader, and watch him use the resources that were supposed to be yours to achieve immortality? "
Shi Mu Zhong's words were like a hammer hammering into Song Zhi's heart. Song Zhi groaned as he clutched his chest and took a few steps back. He could taste the blood in his mouth.
At this point, his eyes were cold as he glared at Shi Mu Zhong, "Don't talk nonsense. Why are you trying to sow discord between us?"
"Haha!" Shi Mu Zhong laughed out, "Because I'm Pei Zi Yun's enemy. I've always wanted him dead. Don't tell me you don't want him dead?"
"Of course I want him dead. But we're from the same sect, and our fights are internal conflicts. Even if there's hatred between us, it's fair and square." As Song Zhi spoke, the blood in his chest was boiling. He couldn't control it any longer, as he swallowed it down.
Shi Mu Zhong looked at Song Zhi and laughed. Just now, he didn't hide the fact that he was Pei Zi Yun's enemy. He knew that this was the best way to convince Song Zhi. Only by doing this would he be able to stand on the same side as Pei Zi Yun and provoke Song Zhi.
At this point, even though Song Zhi was saying that he didn't want to, his body was very honest. His hatred towards Pei Zi Yun had been aroused. Song Zhi's eyes were filled with killing intent as he glared at Shi Mu Zhong. After hearing Shi Mu Zhong's words, he started to hate Shi Mu Zhong as well.
Shi Mu Zhong seemed to have predicted that Song Zhi would react this way. Seeing the venomous look in Song Zhi's eyes, Qing Feng Yun laughed, "Oh yes, I have a piece of news that might be of help to you."
Hearing Shi Mu Zhong's words, Song Zhi then said, "You're so kind as to reveal this information to me?"
"Haha, of course. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. As long as I can deal a blow to Pei Zi Yun, I have a reason to do so!" Shi Mu Zhong laughed coldly, gritting his teeth.
Hearing these words, Song Zhi paused. Shi Mu Zhong then continued, "Pei Zi Yun, I'm not sure if you've ever thought about this. Pei Zi Yun used to be very ordinary. Your sect's Elder Zhao observed him for many years and did not feel that he had any talent for cultivation. How did he suddenly become so powerful? Have you ever thought about it? And how did he improve by leaps and bounds? "
"Indeed, I've thought about it before. It's just that Senior Uncle Zhao assured me that I didn't think too much about it. Could it be that there's more to this than meets the eye?" Song Zhi's suspicions were aroused by Shi Mu Zhong's words. He then asked, "Could it be that he's bringing his skills with him?"
"Haha, such a genius, how could he be a spy for other sects? I'd rather groom him myself."
"There's no way he could hide it. Your sect's Elders would find out. Even if he could hide it from a living person, how could he hide it from the Patriarchs of Paradise?"
"Immortal Spirits are spirits after all. They are extremely sensitive to such things."
"Could there be another reason?" Song Zhi asked with hatred in his voice, his expression was anxious.
Pei Zi Yun had cultivated to such a level within two years, and was considered a genius. Now that Shi Mu Zhong had pointed it out to him, he suppressed his suspicions and suspicions.
Shi Mu Zhong lowered his head and sipped his tea. Song Zhi looked at Shi Mu Zhong and gritted his teeth, "You know? You don't have to use words to tempt me. Just tell me, what's going on? "
Shi Mu Zhong then spat out, "Fate of the Phoenix!"
"What?" Song Zhi took a few steps back in shock as he sucked in a deep breath. His face was pale as a sheet of paper. After some time, his expression turned ferocious, "Are you saying that Pei Zi Yun has the fate of the Phoenix?"
Shi Mu Zhong laughed coldly, "You're a Daoist disciple after all. Your sect should have records of this."
"The fate of the Phoenix I'm talking about is not the true fate of the Phoenix."
"Even if it's a person with the Mandate of Heaven, as long as he hasn't ascended to the throne and become an Emperor, he won't be considered a true dragon. He's just a hidden dragon."
"The same goes for the fate of the Phoenix. At most, he's a young phoenix. Only when he's conferred the title of Empress can he be considered a true phoenix."
"As for the fate of the Phoenix, it refers to the fate of a woman in the world of cultivation."
Hearing this, Song Zhi leaned against the wall and didn't speak. His face was filled with suspicion as he looked at Shi Mu Zhong. He wanted to see if there was anything on Shi Mu Zhong's face, but he couldn't. He then lowered his head and tried to recall.
Shi Mu Zhong looked at Song Zhi and laughed coldly, "Young Master Song, are you still suspecting me? But this is what I should do. I'm sincere. "
"There are some things that you can investigate yourself and you'll understand."
Seeing that Song Zhi still didn't speak, Shi Mu Zhong laughed and handed over a communication amulet. There was an image of an anchor on it and he placed it on the table, "Young Master Song, when you've thought it through, contact me. Our doors will always be open for you."
As he finished speaking, Shi Mu Zhong walked out of the room. Song Zhi looked at the amulet and seemed to be struggling with himself.
As Shi Mu Zhong walked out of the room, Qin Gao who was guarding the door asked, "Advisor Shi, did this Pei Zi Yun really have the fate of the Phoenix?"
Qin Gao's face was filled with astonishment as he followed behind Shi Mu Zhong.
"Hmph hmph!" Shi Mu Zhong cleared his throat, "It's half true and half false. I don't know how Pei Zi Yun improved so quickly. This is one of our guesses. Perhaps he really is a genius."
"Then why do you say that?" Qin Gao paused.
"Haven't you heard of the saying 'suspect your neighbour of stealing an axe'? When someone loses an axe, he suspects that it was his neighbour's son who stole it. When he walks, he looks like he stole the axe. When he talks, he looks like he stole the axe. "
"I found it. When I saw the neighbour's son the next day, I felt that he didn't look like the person who stole the axe."
"It's very simple. He wants to sow discord between Song Zhi, Free Cloud Sect, Pei Zi Yun and Ye Su 'er. He wants to plant a seed of suspicion in his heart, and it won't be long before he collapses."
"Advisor Shi has a good plan." Qin Gao said.
"Hm, at least we can test Ye Su 'er's luck. Even if we're wrong, we can only benefit from it." Shi Mu Zhong paused before laughing coldly, "Actually, the most important thing is the amulet I gave him. It's a secret technique of our sect. It can affect a person's state of mind, and they won't even realize it."
Hearing these words, Qin Gao was enlightened and was convinced, "Mister Shi is a genius."
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