159: Magic weapon, halberd

“What is it?”

Elder Wu turned his head and asked.

Xu Sanyan pondered for a moment, “From now on, each hall will establish a new position of Deputy Hall Master. This will also help ease the burden of miscellaneous tasks for the Elders. I presume the Elders won't refuse, will they?”

As soon as he said this, it pushed all the Hall Masters to the opposite side, but Xu Sanyan didn't care, because they were already opponents.

Elder Wu snorted coldly, “Hmph, since the Saint has already made a decision, do our opinions still matter?”

Xu Sanyan was backed by the Hall Master and the Sect rules; they couldn't refuse even if they wanted to, but they also had a way to make the so-called Deputy Hall Masters have nothing to do.

“Farewell.” The Elders all looked displeased and left, flicking their sleeves.

Xu Sanyan said loudly, “Three days from now, I will Breakthrough to the Mystic Path Realm. At that time, I invite all Elders to come and witness it.”

Elder Wu replied without turning his head, “The Saint certainly has great confidence. Very well, I will definitely come to congratulate you then.”

He had never heard of any Cultivator being able to pinpoint their Breakthrough date to a specific day. If Xu Sanyan failed to Breakthrough, it would be a huge joke.

Xiang Tan, standing behind him, pursed her lips and whispered, “Saint, have you already reached the point where you can Breakthrough to the Mystic Path Realm?”

Xu Sanyan got up, rubbed her cheek, and gave her a peck, “Just call me Senior Brother. Later, spread today's conversation, saying that I intend to replace the Hall Masters.”

There were many Cultivators on Red Dragon Mountain, and among them, those in the Soul Refining and Mystic Path Realm were far more than the fourteen present today. As long as the news was spread, people would surely come to seek refuge with him.

After all, who wouldn't covet such a large piece of cake?

The Chixin Lineage also had many industries at the foot of the mountain, and it had to be admitted that Elder Wu and the others had made indispensable contributions.

As far as he knew, there was a city in the southern Zhong Province called Sanshan City, which was under the control of the Cultivation Family, Wei Family.

Cultivators there were a mixed bag, making it a 'no-man's-land' in the Cultivation world. The Tongxin Demon Sect had many industries there, with several Elders stationed to guard them.

There were also many industries in other towns. After all, the Tongxin Demon Sect was one of the Central Continent Five Great Sects, so how could it lack means of accumulating wealth?

Xiang Tan nodded, “Yes.”

Xu Sanyan took out a Storage Pouch of Spirit Stones and handed it to her, “You can use these two thousand Spirit Stones for now.”

Xiang Tan's eyes widened, “This…”

Xu Sanyan smiled, “I promised to give you a reward after we came out. Go on.”

Two thousand Spirit Stones were by no means a small amount; with Xiang Tan's cultivation, it would be enough for her for a long time.

“Thank you, Senior Brother!” Xiang Tan pounced forward, hugging Xu Sanyan tightly, her excitement overflowing.

“Work hard, and I won't treat you unfairly.” Xu Sanyan squeezed her butt.

“Mm~~~”

Xiang Tan let out a coquettish nasal sound.

…

Early the next morning, someone arrived from Tongxin Mountain.

A young man bowed respectfully, “I am Sun Ning, greetings, Saint.”

Xu Sanyan asked, “What is it?”

“By the Sect Master's command, I am here to deliver the Sect's reward.”

Saying that, he took out a Storage Pouch from his Pregnant and handed it over, “Please inspect it, Saint.”

Xu Sanyan took it, pulled at it, but couldn't open it. Only then did he realize that this Storage Pouch was different from the one he had.

Sun Ning explained with a smile, “This Storage Pouch is formed by a spatial Formation, different from those made from Yao Beast stomachs. It has a larger space inside and requires the pulling of Magic Power.”

Xu Sanyan nodded. He infused Magic Power into it, and the pouch opening expanded, revealing three items: a crude iron weapon shaped like a large halberd, a palm-sized token, and a book.

Three items?

Xu Sanyan curiously opened the book, and five large characters came into view:

《Spirit Nurturing Treasure Method》

He flipped through it and saw that it taught him how to nurture Magic Treasures. The halberd was just an embryo, which could be stored within the body and slowly nurtured, gradually shaping it according to one's preferences.

“This treasure was personally chosen by the Sect Master for the Saint. It is forged from seven rare Ores, including ten-thousand-year fine iron and profound jade paste. It can change size at will, and can even be used when manifesting a Dao body.”

A hint of surprise flickered in Xu Sanyan's eyes. He hadn't expected the Sect Master to be so generous, giving High Grade treasures.

“If the Saint has verified everything is correct, I will take my leave.” Sun Ning said.

“Mm, Zhu'er, see Junior Brother Sun off for me.”

“Farewell.”

Xu Sanyan sat on the chair, examining the Magic Treasure in his hand. The halberd's shaft was slender, about seven feet long, and felt cool to the touch. The front end was divided into two sides, one with a blade and one with a spike, shimmering with cold light and exuding a hint of sharpness.

“Good stuff!”

Xu Sanyan infused Magic Power into it, slowly refining it according to the Cultivation Technique's description. As the Magic Power covered it, the slightly rough surface became smooth, and dark patterns emerged, as if shedding a rough skin.

Whoosh—

The halberd disappeared. Xu Sanyan closed his eyes and looked inward, feeling it resting in his Qi Sea, being constantly washed by Magic Power.

The longer it was nurtured, the more inseparable the halberd would become from him, and the more smoothly he would be able to use it.

He then took out a token. On the token were the four large characters “Heavenly Character One.”

The Heavenly Character Immortal Cave on Red Dragon Mountain was originally built for the Saint to reside in. However, the position of Saint in the Chixin Lineage had been vacant for a long time, so the Heavenly Character Immortal Cave had remained empty. Now, it finally welcomed its owner again.

Meng Zhuer simply packed her things and walked towards the mountain peak with him.

The Heavenly Character Immortal Cave was behind the Crimson Heart Hall. This place was rich in Spiritual Qi and had an excellent location.

A transparent Restriction blocked the Immortal Cave. Xu Sanyan took out the token, and the Restriction opened, revealing a spacious courtyard.

The courtyard was even larger than the one Luo Yu had lived in before. Stepping into it, his spirit was immediately invigorated, as abundant Spiritual Qi poured into his pores as if it were free.

The courtyard had pavilions, terraces, and towers. In the reception hall, a large plaque hung above, inscribed with the four characters “Calm Mind, Clear Intent,” though he didn't know who wrote it.

“What a big place, and such rich Spiritual Qi…” Meng Zhuer had never experienced such a situation. Thinking that she would live here from now on, her heart was filled with incomparable excitement.

“Tomorrow, you go pick out a few maids. It's too big a courtyard for you to clean by yourself.” Xu Sanyan led the way inside.

“Yes, Master.” Meng Zhuer bowed and assented.

Xu Sanyan sat at the head of the hall, letting out a long sigh of relief. This was the life he wanted.

Since he had power and strength, why not make his life more comfortable?

Enduring hardship unnecessarily was not a good habit.

He vaguely remembered reading some novels in his previous life where the protagonist clearly had the ability and strength to live better, but insisted on seeking out hardship, as if they had a masochistic tendency.

He didn't understand, truly didn't understand.

“Call Xiang Tan and Chu Yuan over.” Xu Sanyan ordered.

“Yes.”

Chu Yuan was Chu's name.

At this moment, an old voice came from outside the door, “This old man, Liu Tang, requests an audience with the Saint.”