96: Meet the Golden Core Monk

This time, there were a total of eighty-five Foundation Establishment Elders who came.

Basically, all Foundation Establishment Cultivators who remained in Xiaoyao Sect came, except for those guarding important locations of Xiaoyao Sect.

After introducing the Foundation Establishment Elders present, he began to preside over the Foundation Establishment Ceremony process and the matter of Zhang Qingxiao becoming an Elder of Xiaoyao Sect.

The entire process took almost an hour and a half to conclude.

“Zhang Qingxiao, come with me for a moment. I’ll take you to see the Grand Elder.”

After the ceremony, Chu Zhengtian called out to Zhang Qingxiao.

“Alright.”

Zhang Qingxiao couldn't help but feel a little nervous when he heard he was going to meet a Golden Core Old Ancestor.

The gap between Golden Core cultivators and Foundation Establishment Cultivators is enormous.

Even ten Cultivators at Foundation Establishment Perfection might not be a match for a Cultivator who has just broken through to the first layer of Golden Core.

Zhang Qingxiao always maintained a sense of reverence for such powerful masters.

“Don’t be nervous, the Grand Elder is very benevolent towards the Foundation Establishment Cultivators of Xiaoyao Sect.”

Chu Zhengtian saw Zhang Qingxiao’s nervousness and comforted him with a smile.

The two quickly arrived at the Immortal Cave where the Golden Core Old Ancestor Cultivated.

As soon as they arrived, the door of the Immortal Cave’s Outer Sect automatically opened, and then a deep voice came, “You may enter.”

After hearing the Golden Core Old Ancestor’s voice, Chu Zhengtian respectfully led Zhang Qingxiao into the Immortal Cave.

“Greetings, Grand Elder.”

“This Junior Brother Zhang Qingxiao is the Outer Sect Disciple who recently broke through to the Foundation Establishment Stage.”

“Today is his Foundation Establishment Ceremony, so we specially brought him to meet the Grand Elder.”

After seeing the Golden Core Old Ancestor, Chu Zhengtian led Zhang Qingxiao in a respectful bow.

“Not bad, his Foundation is solid, and he’s not old. There’s a slight chance for him to assault the Golden Core Realm.”

“In the future, you must Cultivate diligently and not be negligent.”

The Golden Core cultivator carefully scrutinized Zhang Qingxiao for a moment, then nodded slightly and said.

“Many thanks for the Grand Elder’s teachings.”

Zhang Qingxiao quickly and respectfully said.

“Since you have joined my Xiaoyao Sect and become an Elder, you must wholeheartedly consider the Sect and never be of two minds.”

“If you encounter problems in your Cultivation, you can also consult Zheng Tian or other Elders.”

“For us Cultivators, whether we can reach Golden Core depends not only on talent and Opportunity, but most importantly on diligence and effort.”

The Golden Core cultivator already knew about Zhang Qingxiao’s experiences and also wanted Xiaoyao Sect to have more Golden Core cultivators to increase Xiaoyao Sect’s strength, so he couldn’t help but say a few more words.

However, Chu Zhengtian felt incredibly surprised.

He was very clear about the Golden Core Old Ancestor’s personality; under normal circumstances, he would never say so much.

From this point, it was enough to see the Golden Core Old Ancestor’s approval and Pay attention to of Zhang Qingxiao.

After leaving the Golden Core Old Ancestor’s Immortal Cave, Chu Zhengtian also became a bit closer to Zhang Qingxiao.

He even proactively asked Zhang Qingxiao what kind of shop and residence he wanted.

After returning to the Sect’s Main Hall, he even directly had a Disciple bring a layout map of Xiaoyao City.

He meticulously explained the situation of some shops in Xiaoyao City that had not yet been allocated.

After reviewing it, Zhang Qingxiao selected three shops with relatively good locations.

Two of them were in the Outer Sect, and one was in the Inner Sect.

In addition, he also chose a residence in the Inner Sect, not far from his previous courtyard.

After Zhang Qingxiao made his choices, Chu Zhengtian immediately had a Disciple arrange it.

He instructed the Head of the Internal Affairs Hall to assign these three shops and the residence to Zhang Qingxiao’s name.

“Zhang Qingxiao, I heard you chose Longevity Skill…”

“This Cultivation Technique is indeed very suitable for you. If you encounter any problems during Cultivation, you can always come to me for advice.”

Chu Zhengtian said with a smile.

“Many thanks, Sect Master. If I encounter any problems, I will certainly bother you. Please don’t find me troublesome, Sect Master.”

Zhang Qingxiao quickly and politely said.

With the attribute panel, he naturally wouldn't encounter problems when Cultivating Cultivation Techniques.

However, since the Sect Master had already said so, he had to give him some Face and respond appropriately.

“Zhang Qingxiao, you are too polite.”

“As the Sect Master, it is my duty to resolve the problems of the Foundation Establishment Elders.”

“I wonder, Zhang Qingxiao, are you willing to take on a position within the Sect?”

“With a position, you won’t have to do Sect tasks, and you can still receive a lot of Sect contributions and Spirit Stones each year.”

Chu Zhengtian thought of what the Golden Core Old Ancestor had just said to Zhang Qingxiao and asked tentatively.

“This…”

Hearing that he was to take on a position within the Sect, Zhang Qingxiao hesitated, pondering for a moment before saying, “Many thanks for the Sect Master’s kind intentions, but I still need to consider this matter carefully.”

“After all, I have just reached Foundation Establishment and still need to Cultivate quietly for a period to stabilize my Realm.”

Although taking on a position in Xiaoyao Sect offered many benefits, it also came with a lot of troublesome matters.

He wasn't lacking Spirit Stones right now and didn't want to waste his time on such things.

That’s why he tactfully declined the Sect Leader of Carefree Sect’s proposal.

“Zhang Qingxiao, you don’t need to worry about that.”

“My intention in having you take on a Sect position is also to allow you to Cultivate in peace, without having to consider Sect tasks.”

“It just so happens that Xiaoyao Sect is currently lacking a Deputy Head responsible for planting medicinal herbs and spirit grains. You wouldn’t be responsible for specific affairs. What do you think, Zhang Qingxiao?”

After hearing Zhang Qingxiao’s words, Chu Zhengtian’s Face showed a satisfied smile, and he inquired in a consultative tone.

“Sect Master, is this appropriate?”

Zhang Qingxiao was tempted; not having to be responsible for specific affairs and not having to do Sect tasks—there was really no reason to refuse such a good Opportunity.

“Of course it’s appropriate. After all, you are a Foundation Establishment Elder.”

“Since Zhang Qingxiao agrees, then this matter is settled.”

“These two days, I will have someone deliver your new identity token.”

“Zhang Qingxiao, you just need to Cultivate quietly.”

Chu Zhengtian said very affirmatively.

“Then I’ll trouble the Sect Master.”

Zhang Qingxiao quickly stood up and bowed respectfully.

The two chatted briefly for a while, then he left the Main Hall and returned to his Immortal Cave.

On the way, he kept pondering the reason for the Sect Leader of Carefree Sect’s change in attitude.

It wasn’t until he entered his Immortal Cave that he understood the key, and his hanging heart finally settled.

For the next period, he began to Cultivate while also researching the refining of Qi Gathering Pill and the production of Defense Talisman and Spirit Sword Talisman.

In the blink of an eye, three months passed.

His Cultivation progress reached Foundation Establishment Stage first layer, 35/100.

Compared to when he was in the Qi Refinement Stage, his Cultivation speed had not decreased at all.

The reason for his rapid Cultivation was mainly that he was not short of Spirit Stones and had been continuously using Qi Gathering Pill to aid his Cultivation.

In addition to his rapid Cultivation progress, he also learned the refining of Qi Gathering Pill and the production of Defense Talisman and Spirit Sword Talisman.

His proficiency in refining Qi Gathering Pill had reached the proficient level.

His proficiency in Defense Talisman and Spirit Sword Talisman had reached the mastery level.

Just by relying on these two types of second-tier Talismans, he could earn a considerable amount of Medium Grade Spirit Stones each month.

The only thing that troubled him now was how to solve the problem of his body developing resistance to Qi Gathering Pill after prolonged use.

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