Ending the relationship between master and apprentice

The destruction of Wuya Mountain swept across the entire Eastern Region like a raging storm, stirring up endless waves.

The Five Great Holy Lands had always been high above, detached from worldly affairs.

They were the five great mountains looming over the myriad forces of the entire Eastern Region.

However, one of these transcendent existences was suddenly annihilated.

How could this not shock people? How could this not terrify them?

At this moment, Immortal River Sect was filled with jubilation!

Countless people gathered together.

A grand banquet was held to celebrate this victory!

At the banquet.

Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong stood up, raised his cup from afar, and said to everyone, "Thank you all for coming from so far to help. Immortal River Sect is deeply grateful."

"Here, I thank you all."

"And I toast to you all!"

As his words fell.

The people below continuously raised their cups and drank together.

Afterward, Peak Lord Lu Qingxia, the Sect Master of Morning Glow Valley, smiled and said, "Sect Leader Xuanyuan, you are too polite!"

"That Wuya Mountain acted arrogantly, overbearingly, and with no regard for others. How was it different from the Demonic Path? It truly brought about its own demise."

"It is our honor to have followed Mr. and eradicated this villain."

"Indeed!"

At this moment, Sect Leader Ouyang Hao, the Sect Master of Limitless Sect, echoed, "Speaking of which, Sect Leader Xuanyuan played an indispensable role in this battle."

These words made Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong a bit confused. What role did he play?

Sect Leader Ouyang Hao continued, "As far as I know, before this battle, Sect Leader Xuanyuan, facing powerful enemies, displayed a resolute and unyielding spirit, demonstrating that poverty cannot sway him, nor can power bend him."

"He was truly a beacon of Righteous Path."

"It was precisely because of this beacon that countless Righteous Path cultivators gathered to jointly punish evil and eliminate Wuya Mountain in one fell swoop."

"Sect Leader Xuanyuan's character is worthy of admiration. Come, let us toast Sect Leader Xuanyuan!"

As these words were spoken.

The atmosphere at the scene gradually deviated.

Everyone praised Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong fiercely.

They praised him as a rare gem in the heavens and on earth, almost making him out to be the bane of evil, the Incarnation of Righteous Path, and a Reincarnation Saint.

It is said that everyone lifts up a pampered child!

But Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong was indeed lifted a bit too high.

He almost floated away into the clouds.

Who were these people?

Sect Masters of Holy Lands, Old Ancestors of various regions.

Any one of them could be considered a figure whose stomp could shake the entire Eastern Region three times.

They were existences he could only look up to before.

Yet at this moment, they were friendly and amiable towards him, complimenting him incessantly, even subtly trying to curry favor.

The exaggerated praises flew over like snowflakes.

The level of sycophancy and exaggeration gave people goosebumps.

Yet, it was also like an electric current flowing through the body, always hitting the G-spot, making one incredibly high.

Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong certainly did not believe that he had such a big face to warrant such flattery from these people.

Without Zhong Qing, who would know who he was?

And precisely because of Zhong Qing, who would dare not know who he was!

One can only say that the affairs of the world are too wondrous!

Who would have thought? Such a small pond as Immortal River Sect actually harbored a True Dragon as magnificent as Zhong Qing!

Within the scene!

The aroma of wine permeated the air.

The clinking of cups was incessant.

The sounds of revelry and excitement echoed through the sky.

Among these people, more or less, many had previously understood Zhong Qing's extraordinary nature.

But his ability to command such terrifying influence was something no one had anticipated.

Especially Pill Cauldron Pavilion, whose relationship with Zhong Qing was not particularly good.

The Five Great Hall Masters of Pill Cauldron Pavilion looked at Zhong Qing's figure, filled with sighs and emotions.

"Who would have thought that the mighty Wuya Mountain, considered the strongest force among the Five Great Holy Lands, would just disappear like that?"

Although the destruction of Wuya Mountain happened before their eyes, and the five of them even personally participated.

But even now, thinking about it, they still found it somewhat unbelievable.

"From now on, the power structure of the Eastern Region is probably going to change!"

Jun Xiaoyao sighed.

"A Holy Land, entrenched for many years, possesses countless resources.

"The collapse of such a behemoth will inevitably trigger a grand feast.

"It is foreseeable that from today onwards, another Holy Land will likely rise."

His words caused the others to look at Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong, with envy and jealousy brewing.

Indeed, with Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong's strength and Immortal River Sect's scale, they were completely unrelated to a Holy Land.

However, with Zhong Qing, everything changed.

As long as Zhong Qing was present, even if Immortal River Sect's scale was small and its overall strength was lacking, it could indeed stand shoulder to shoulder with the major Holy Lands.

It could even surpass the major Holy Lands.

If Immortal River Sect thoroughly absorbed and digested the legacy of Wuya Sect, given some time, even without Zhong Qing, it would likely become one of the newly established Holy Lands.

One of the Hall Masters said with a bitter smile, "Previously, I only thought that Zhong Qing's ability to refine a sixth-grade poison pill was extraordinary."

"However, since he rejected Pill Cauldron Pavilion's overtures and goodwill, there was no need for us to get involved in this matter."

"After all, our Dan Zun Pavilion never interferes in worldly disputes."

"Now it seems, Lord Dan truly had foresight!"

If not for Lord Dan's direct order to mobilize them to assist, they would not have made this trip at all.

But it was precisely Lord Dan's order that eased their relationship with Zhong Qing.

And they also witnessed Zhong Qing's terrifying Alchemy talent, as well as his awe-inspiring methods and strength.

Such a person, if he wished, even becoming the supreme king of the Eastern Region would be but a word away!

Everyone had different thoughts, and ripples of emotion spread through them.

Some were shaken, some were horrified, some were astonished…

Among the people present.

Many had previously had considerable conflicts with Zhong Qing.

Like Heaven Cloud Sect!

And like Xie Hao and Sun Wanshan from Heaven Cloud Sect's branch!

Now, they only felt endless relief.

Relieved that they surrendered early.

And admitted their mistakes quickly.

Otherwise, how could they have their current circumstances?

If they had been slightly unperceptive of the times, they would probably have met the same fate as Wuya Sect.

Under the glow of the setting sun, Zhong Qing's figure became a towering mountain in everyone's eyes.

Profound and unfathomable, unattainable!

Mysterious and extraordinary!

…

This grand feast lasted for several days.

After the banquet ended, it was naturally time to divide Wuya Mountain.

After all, the fall of a Holy Land Sect was enough to make many forces rich overnight.

It could also make Immortal River Sect's scale grow exponentially.

Of course, these matters had nothing to do with Zhong Qing.

He always refused to participate in such tedious chores.

Professional matters should be handled by professionals.

At this time, Sect Master Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong was needed to shine and contribute.

As for him, he returned to Mufu Peak.

And played mahjong with the Old Beggar, Yuwen Jun, and Zhong Changfeng, the three Old Ancestors of Holy Lands.

In the small courtyard!

The four sat at the same table.

The sounds of shuffling, Pongs, and Gongs were incessant.

Lin Feng and Su Ye, who were cultivating, painfully closed their eyes.

They were like elementary school students doing homework, being brainwashed by a demonic sound, with words like 'three tens', 'nine bamboos' constantly popping up in their minds.

Days passed quickly in such a simple, unadorned, and joyful manner.

The three Old Ancestors of Holy Lands stayed on Mufu Peak for half a month before reluctantly bidding farewell to Zhong Qing.

And as they left, Zhong Qing's brow suddenly furrowed.

Simply because the System, which had been silent for a long time, stirred again.

"Detecting that Bai Ling is about to enter an Opportunity area. It is recommended that the Host go and accept her as a Disciple in time, otherwise, unforeseen variables may arise!"

As the System's voice sounded, Zhong Qing's expression froze.

This dog System usually didn't speak.

But whenever it gave a prompt, there was always a reason.

Zhong Qing had been thinking about this Disciple for a long time.

Now, finally, there was news.

Just as well, the matters of the Eastern Region were now concluded, and it was time to fulfill this master-Disciple bond.

"System, can you pinpoint Bai Ling's location?"

As Zhong Qing asked in his mind, the System quickly pointed him in the direction of the Northern Region.

"The Northern Region, huh?"

The next morning.

Zhong Qing summoned his two Disciples and two Outer Sect Disciples, stating that he was going on a long journey, and then departed with Hei Bai.

Although he had been in this world for many years, he had never been to places outside the Eastern Region.

It was a good Opportunity to experience the scenery beyond the Eastern Region!

"Whoosh…"

As he thought this, Zhong Qing had already taken Hei Bai and soared into the sky, riding the wind.

Two figures, one black and one green, instantly left the territory of Immortal River Sect and disappeared into the horizon.