13: My second brother is invincible.

"Impossible. My Second Brother is invincible."

"How could a mere Dao Seeking Sect have the ability to kill my Second Brother?" The Grand Elder was extremely agitated. The Second Elder was a sworn brother he had known for decades.

A few years ago, when the Second Elder achieved a Breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Sixth Layer, he even borrowed 800 Low-Grade Spirit Stones from him.

Now they say he's dead?

Who is he supposed to get that money back from?

"Grand Elder, every word this Disciple speaks is true! If I hadn't seen the Soul Lamps of the three of them extinguished, how would I dare speak rashly about the Second Elder?"

"Drag him out for me!" The Grand Elder suddenly stood up, agitated.

Sect Master Song Ming was much calmer: "It's impossible for the three Soul Lamps to go out simultaneously. Send someone to investigate the news."

The Third Elder hesitated for a moment before pondering, "Sect Master, if the Second Elder and the others truly died at the hands of the Dao Seeking Sect, what should we do?"

Everyone in the main hall was slightly stunned upon hearing this. The Second Elder and the other two were all Foundation Establishment Experts, and the Second Elder had even achieved a Breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Sixth Layer. If the three of them truly died at the hands of the Dao Seeking Sect—a Sect they had never even heard of—it meant the Sect's strength should not be underestimated.

They must have at least two Foundation Establishment Sixth Layer Experts guarding it.

"It's one thing for a Hegemon-level Force to ride roughshod over us, but a mere Dao Seeking Sect? If they truly dare to kill an Elder of our Sect, then we will use that Sect as an example, letting the world know that our Po Shan Sect dominates this region and cannot be bullied." As he finished speaking, powerful Qi ripples emanated from Song Ming, inspiring awe and fear.

Everyone in the hall sucked in a cold breath, their faces showing delight. That's right, their Po Shan Sect now had a Golden Core Realm mighty figure presiding over them... The next day!

Inside the Dao Seeking Sect!

Chen Xuan sat atop the main hall, looking at a Virtual Interface that only he could see.

The sect prestige points changed from the original 100 to 340.

Killing a Po Shan Sect Elder also rewarded prestige points, but when he saved Ye Hao, or when he killed the Outer Sect Elder in East Stone Valley, this notification did not pop up.

Could it be that prestige points are only rewarded after killing someone who is recognized as an external enemy of the Sect?

Hmm, I'll need to find a chance to test this later.

Ding~

[Congratulations Host: Second Disciple Li Pingan has achieved a Breakthrough to Martial Dao First Layer. Reward: 300 sect prestige points (Martial Dao has ten layers in total, the tenth layer is Martial God!)]

Damn... 300 points credited all at once!

This second one truly doesn't open shop for three years, but when he does, he eats for three years. Why do I suddenly feel rich?

Looking at the huge sum of 640 prestige points, Chen Xuan couldn't help but feel tempted to try another Ten-Pull Draw.

The Golden Core Fifth Layer cultivation base requires 300 prestige points... Hmm, I'll buy a cultivation base, and then draw a small batch of prizes.

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 300 sect prestige points to obtain Golden Core Fifth Layer cultivation base.]

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 10 sect prestige points to obtain Luck Value +1]

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 10 sect prestige points to obtain Luck Value +1]

...[Congratulations... Luck Value +1]

Seriously... even Old Ma isn't as shady as you are!

Let's do another ten-pull.

Chen Xuan's face was gloomy; he was getting carried away.

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 10 sect prestige points to obtain Luck Value +1]

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 10 sect prestige points and 29 Luck Value to obtain 10 teleportation talismans.]

Hmm?!

Finally, a worthwhile item appeared.

[teleportation talisman: Consuming one allows you to teleport to the side of any Disciple, regardless of distance.]

Chen Xuan read the description above, and his expression finally softened somewhat.

This reward is fairly decent. If a Disciple encounters trouble in the future, I can directly choose to TP (teleport) and provide support.

Looking at the remaining 140 prestige points.

Going All-in is a kind of wisdom!

[Congratulations Host: Consumed 130 sect prestige points to obtain Luck Value +13]

He kept 10 points for emergencies!

...Just at this moment!

"Revered Master, someone outside the Sect is requesting an audience." Li Pingan quickly entered to report.

"Oh? Who has come here!"

"Revered Master, the other party says they are from the Mu Residence of the Great Yan Dynasty, and they are here to look for their Young Miss." Li Pingan answered honestly.

Chen Xuan pondered upon hearing this. Great Yan Dynasty? Mu Residence! Aren't those the family members of his Eldest Disciple?

"Let them in. Also, go call your Eldest Senior Sister."

"Yes, Revered Master!" Li Pingan bowed respectfully and left.

A moment later!

A man around fifty years old, wearing a dark blue brocade robe with subtle patterns, clean sleeves, and a tidy face, nervously walked into the main hall. He cautiously glanced around, his eyes filled with shock and astonishment.

It wasn't until he saw Chen Xuan seated in the Sect Master's position that the man's attitude instantly became respectful, and he said with slightly insufficient confidence, "Greetings, Esteemed Sect Master."

Mu Wanqing, wearing a yellow ruqun skirt, lifted her hem and ran into the main hall: "Revered Master, Junior Brother said you were looking for me!"

"Huh, Steward Wang, why are you here?"

Steward Wang turned around, a look of grief and indignation on his face, and said, "Young Miss, something terrible has happened."

"What happened?" Mu Wanqing frowned delicately and immediately asked.

Steward Wang took a deep breath, stole a glance at Chen Xuan, and said, "Young Miss, ever since that day you were accepted as a Disciple by Immortal Master Chen... Immortal Master Chen, His Majesty the Emperor has targeted Vice Minister Mu everywhere in court. This action by the imperial court must have been instigated by the Yin Yang Sect. Vice Minister Mu became disheartened with the court and planned to resign and leave the Capital City."

"Just the day before yesterday, the Patriarch led us out of the city gate to return to our hometown. Just as we reached Qiu Ling Slope, a group of bandits suddenly rushed out from the mountain." Steward Wang paused here, his expression growing more grievous and ashamed:

"Vice Minister Mu and the others were all captured by the Mountain Bandits and taken up the mountain. Their fate is likely grim."

Mu Wanqing widened her eyes, looking astonished: "H-How could this happen! I dragged Father and Mother down."

Steward Wang sighed, "I only managed to escape from the bandits with the cover of the House Servants. After making many inquiries, I finally arrived at the Dao Seeking Sect."

Mu Wanqing was momentarily flustered and helpless, her usually sweet and playful oval face now filled with anxiety and worry.

"I harmed Father and Mother. If it weren't for me, Father wouldn't have resigned and returned home, and he wouldn't have encountered the Mountain Bandits and suffered this misfortune."

Li Pingan comforted her from the side, "Eldest Senior Sister, don't worry yet. Uncle and Aunt might still be safe. Don't panic and lose control; we still have Revered Master."

Mu Wanqing suddenly looked up upon hearing this, gazing at the person she trusted most besides her Father and Mother.

"Revered Master, I must go down the mountain to save my Father and Mother!"

Chen Xuan pondered for a moment, glancing at the uneasy Steward Wang beside him. He felt that something was amiss, but couldn't quite put his finger on it.

"Pingan, you accompany your Senior Sister. You must proceed with caution." He still felt that something was not quite right, but couldn't pinpoint it.

The Great Yan Dynasty was dependent on Immortal Forces. Although it wasn't primarily dependent on the Yin Yang Sect, the Yin Yang Sect was indeed extremely arrogant and overbearing within the Great Yan Dynasty. Otherwise, an Outer Sect Elder wouldn't dare to target the Legitimate Daughter of the Ministry of Rites Vice Minister.

If the Yin Yang Sect applied pressure to the Old Emperor, it was indeed possible for them to target Vice Minister Mu in court.

Li Pingan immediately cupped his fists and bowed, "Yes, Revered Master! This Disciple will certainly rescue Senior Sister's family."

Steward Wang breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this, bowed to Li Pingan, and said, "Immortal Revered Master, delay may lead to complications. Let us head to Qiu Ling Slope now."

Li Pingan and Mu Wanqing exchanged a look, and the latter nodded.

The three bid farewell and left the main hall!