Every move of the people from the Grotto-Heaven had the power to stir up the wind and clouds and shake the heaven and earth. Zhang Yan didn't conceal his aura when he traveled in the air this time. Therefore, when he came out of the Qincang School, he immediately attracted countless gazes.
It had only been ten years since the fight for the demonic cave. Many people didn't know what his intention was, but those who paid attention to him could not help but think about it when they saw the direction he was going.
Zhang Yan traveled in the sky for a moment and saw the shadow of the huge mountain in the clouds. He knew that he was about to reach the Sun Piercing Mountain Mountain of Shaoqing Sect.
At this time, a clear light suddenly flashed on the big stool. Tens of thousands of sword lights exploded in mid-air, like a silver stream of stars. Then, the tens of thousands of sword lights merged into one, and a modest and reserved old Taoist in his forties appeared. He was the Nascent Soul of Shaoqing Sect's Dongtian. He stopped far away and saluted, "Greetings, Zhenren Zhang."
Zhang Yan also retracted his Dharma form and showed his body. He saluted, "Greetings, Ying Zhen Ren."
Not long after he finished speaking, he suddenly sensed something and raised his head to look. From the corner of his eye, he saw a tiny ray of light that was like a thread streaking across the sky. A moment ago, it was still 500 kilometers away, but in the blink of an eye, it had already flashed before him. Because it was too swift, it seemed as if it had appeared out of thin air.
When he reached Ying Chunqiu's side, he spun around on the spot, and a short old man appeared. He had white eyebrows and a white beard, short arms and short legs, and a round body. He looked amusing, but he cupped his fists in a serious manner and said, "Greetings, Palace Master Zhang."
Ying Chunqiu pointed at the old man and said, "Zhenren Zhang, this is Elder Xue An from our sect. He's originally from the Middle Pillar State. We'll accompany you on this trip to support you."
Zhang Yan smiled and returned the salute. He said, "Thank you, Zhenren."
Before he came, although Sect Leader Qin had already informed Shao Qing Sect, but he also understood that most of Shao Qing's spiritual opportunity came from Middle Pillar State, if he and Yan Changsheng met here, if there was a dispute, Shao Qing Sect also did not want to see that. Therefore, they sent two Spiritual Masters, in order to dissuade if there was any.
After the three of them greeted each other in the sky. Together, they headed towards the Middle Pillar State. It was just that along the way, they couldn't help but talk about what happened that day.
Ying Chunqiu said, "Zhenren Yan used to be good friends with one of our Sect's elders. When he left your Sect that day, he came to Zhongzhu to seek shelter. Perfected Master Yan was naturally arrogant. He had made an agreement with that elder beforehand. If your esteemed sect comes to ask, he will leave immediately. "
Zhang Yan nodded slowly, understanding the situation inside. The Sect Leader did not go into detail, he only mentioned it briefly that day.
Sect Master Qin must be aware of Yan Changsheng's relationship with that Elder Shaoqing. Although Ying Chunqiu did not mention this old man's name, he was definitely not an ordinary person since he was willing to risk offending the Qincang.
At that time, Sect Leader Qin had just taken over the sect. If he had rashly tried to resolve this matter, there would only be two results.
Firstly, Shaoqing's strong point was to refuse. Not only would he not be able to get the person back, he would also lose face for nothing. Secondly, Shaoqing would not stop him. However, one could also foresee that there would definitely be another horrifying battle.
At that time, Qincang School could not take such an internal conflict. As such, the best choice was to ignore it.
However, it was different now. Qincang School had only been in Sect Leader Qin's hands for a few hundred years. It had regained the prestige of the Twelve Grotto-Heavens, and for the future, it was time to end this matter.
The three of them were Grotto-Heaven Cultivators. Even if they didn't purposely use their Dharmic powers, they passed the Time River in just a few minutes and arrived at the Middle Pillar State.
At that moment, they saw a palace in the sky slowly moving over. It was as big as a city in the human world. There were many palaces on it that were covered with glazed tiles. White jade was used as stairs, and there were many strange flowers and herbs. There were hundreds of birds circling the trees, and there were thousands of layers of light. It was like a paradise in the clouds.
Just a little closer to where the three of them were, an old man in his fifties, wearing a Virtuous Crown on his head and a belt on his waist, with large sleeves and tall shoes, accompanied by two attendants, came out of the flying boat. He bowed respectfully and said loudly, "Your Highness, Ding Long, respectfully welcomes the esteemed guests."
Zhang Yan casually looked around and saw that this city was flashy but not practical. It could reach the sky just by relying on the thousand cloud boats below. There were no restrictions or formations on it. Even a Core Formation disciple could easily tear it apart.
Elder Xue said, "Zhenren Zhang, please don't laugh at me. That is a Wandering Hall set up by a disciple of our sect in the Middle Pillar State. He saw us coming, so he came over to welcome us. You don't have to bother about him."
He waved his hand, and Manor Head Ding knew his place. He bowed respectfully and retreated.
At that moment, the three of them sensed something and looked towards the northwest. They saw a white energy rushing into the clouds like a pillar, showing off its vast might.
Without looking, the three of them knew that Yan Changsheng had sensed their arrival, so he released his Qi dynamic.
Zhang Yan smiled and waved his sleeves. He rode the wind and clouds and headed in that direction. Ying Chunqiu and Elder Xue looked at each other and followed behind.
About a hundred breaths later, a cliff that split a mountain appeared in front of them. It was split into two, leaving only a line. There was an island on it, but there were no plants. The air around it was empty, and it only existed in the boundless heaven and earth.
A stream of water rushed down from the island and fell into the deep sea below. The rumbling sound shook the sky and stirred up fog and crystals. The momentum of the water was like the collapse of the Milky Way. It was vast and magnificent, majestic and intense.
On a dangerous peak on the island, a Daoist wearing a long robe with big sleeves stood. He was tall and handsome, but he had a wild bearing. He had a pair of phoenix eyes that shone brightly, and the long beard under his chin fluttered in the wind.
At that moment, there was nothing else in this part of heaven and earth other than this person. He gave off an awe-inspiring aura. His spirit could not be invaded, his will could not be taken away, and his body could not be moved. It was as if he was the only person that everyone had to bow down to.
The Daoist's gaze was like a cold sword. He purposely stayed on Zhang Yan's face for a while longer before saying, "It's rare to have a guest. I only have a cup of tea here, please forgive me for not being a good host."
Ying Chunqiu stopped his escape technique and said, "Zhenren Zhang, we're here, so we won't go any further."
Zhang Yan bowed and floated over to the peak. He greeted, "Zhenren Yan."
Yan Changsheng looked at him again and turned around. As he walked, he said, "You're a guest from afar, follow me."
Zhang Yan caught up with him and followed him around a stone screen. There was an old pine tree rooted in the solid rock, its branches were tall and straight, even when the mountain wind blew, it did not fall or sway. Under the tree stood a simple and crude grass hut, it could be seen that other than a large stone, there was nothing else in the hut.
The two of them sat down in the inner room. Yan Changsheng extended his hand and said, "Give it to me."
Zhang Yan smiled and took out Sect Leader Qin's letter and handed it over.
After Yan Changsheng finished reading it, his expression did not change. He casually put the letter down and looked outside. He said, "Back then, before my master went on an expedition against the North Underworld, because of Hall Master He's strong opposition, he could not make up his mind. He called six of my fellow sect members to his seat to ask for advice. At that time, my cultivation was still shallow, but my courage was not weak. I presented my opinion without any hesitation and spoke my mind. It was very satisfying. After my master heard it, he waved his sleeve and chased me out."
At this point, he laughed out loud.
Zhang Yan sat with a faint smile and listened without saying anything.
After Yan Changsheng finished laughing, he said, "When Junior Apprentice Brother Li returned, he wrote a very long and beautiful essay. After I took it and read it, I laughed at him. This was not what my master wanted to see, so what was the use of you taking it? But like me, my master did not like it, so I only said it as a joke. I did not think that he would remain silent for a long time. He said Senior Apprentice Brother was right and burned the essay on the spot. "
At this point, he snorted and waved his sleeve as if he was shooing away flies. He said, "The rest of the cowardly ones, their so-called answers were only to cater to their superiors' wishes. There is no need to mention them. Only Junior Apprentice Brother Qin, from beginning to end, did not say a word."
He looked at the letter and seemed to be talking to himself, "Only now do I know that his courage and spirit are above ours. This is good, this is very good!" At this moment, there was a hint of admiration in his voice.
Zhang Yan thought to himself that this Spiritual Master Yan was just as the rumors said. He would rather break than bend, and he had a straightforward temperament. He knew how to please his master, but he did not change. Otherwise, it would not have been difficult for him to sit in the sect master's position.
At this moment, Yan Changsheng knocked his finger, and the rock beneath his feet let out a dull sound like that of a drum. Not long after, a beam of light flashed outside the hut, and a young Daoist walked in. He bowed and said, "Greetings, Master."
This person looked at Zhang Yan a few times and also cupped his hands, saying, "Spiritual Master Zhang."
Zhang Yan smiled, sat on the rock, and bowed back.
Yan Changsheng said, "Your cultivation has reached a bottleneck. If you want to go up, you need spiritual opportunity and resources. Staying at my place is also holding you up. In a moment, you will follow Hall Master Du Zhen back to the sect to cultivate."
Although there was surprise in Lv Junyang's eyes, there was no hesitation in his actions. He bowed and said, "Yes, Master."
Yan Changsheng laughed and said, "It's just that I killed many people from the aristocratic families back then. If you go back like this, it will not be easy."
As he said this, he looked at Zhang Yan with a sharp gaze and said, "I understand Junior Apprentice Brother Qin's intention. He needs an explanation, so I will give him one today."
Zhang Yan's expression was calm. When Yan Changsheng broke out of the sect, he killed many people from the aristocratic families, including a person from the Heavenly Abode. However, whether it was the master or the disciple, they were all disciples of the Qincang School. No matter what, they could not return to the sect. Even if Lv Junyang wanted to return, he must have a reasonable reason to appease them.
This reason was undoubtedly the life of the person in front of him.
Yan Changsheng shook his sleeves and stood up. He looked down and said, "Spiritual Master Zhang, do you dare to fight with me?"
Zhang Yan met his gaze and did not retreat. He slowly stood up and said, "I have the same intention."
Yan Changsheng's eyes were sharp. He said, "Although you are a junior, this is a matter of life and death. I will not hold back. If you are not strong enough, you cannot blame me. Moreover, I am a vengeful person. You cut me with your sword back then. Even if it was because of the Northern Underworld, I have never forgotten it. You must be careful."
Zhang Yan smiled and stood with his sleeves behind his back. He said calmly, "I have long heard that Spiritual Master Yan is the only person in the three thousand years of my sect to enter the Heavenly Abode with the Yuanchen Spirit-Sensing Cave Scripture. I hope Spiritual Master will fight later and not disappoint me."
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