Accepting disciples

Phoenix Aotian nodded.

This made Zhong Qing frown deeply.

Bai Ling possessed the Immortal Body, and among the many Personal Disciples, her Nirvana bond was also the most powerful and overbearing.

He had placed great hopes on her.

He had even prepared a series of Hell-level hardship plans for Bai Ling.

But now, she had gone missing!

Was she trapped in some dangerous Jedi, or was she imprisoned by someone?

As for whether she had been killed, Zhong Qing was not worried about that.

After all, the characteristics of the Immortal Body were too overbearing.

With this unique Physique, it was difficult to even die!

Moreover, the Personal Disciple was bound to him, and if the Disciple truly died, the bond on him would be released.

Now, the System bond had not changed, which proved that Bai Ling's safety was not a concern.

The only thing that puzzled him was, where did Bai Ling go?

Even Phoenix Aotian couldn't find her.

Zhong Qing looked at Phoenix Aotian: "Get up, this is not your fault."

Due to Bai Ling's disappearance, the joy in Zhong Qing's heart instantly dissipated by more than half.

He ordered a grand banquet to be prepared, hosting a welcoming feast for Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong and the others.

And he himself communicated with the System.

"System, is there a way to find Bai Ling's location?"

"Replying to Host, the System is temporarily unable to provide a specific location."

The System's words surprised Zhong Qing.

His precious Disciple, who hadn't died once in such a long time, was now missing to the point where even the System couldn't find her location?

However, thinking that Bai Ling's own safety was the least of his worries, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Perhaps he still needed to improve his own strength a bit and personally go look for this precious Disciple.

At the banquet!

Everyone feasted heartily.

Zhong Qing specifically invited some important high-ranking officials from the Phoenix Feather Sect to accompany them, firstly, for everyone to meet and get to know each other.

Secondly, it was also Zhong Qing's welcome and Pay attention to for the arrival of the Immortal River Sect members.

At this moment, in a magnificent golden hall, rows of banquets were set up.

Lin Feng, Su Ye, Du Hao, and Phoenix Tian, the four Senior Brothers, gathered together.

After a few cups of wine, the Senior Brothers quickly became familiar with each other.

Lin Feng and the others were also not worried about Bai Ling's disappearance.

After all, they knew how abnormal this Junior Sister was, and instead of worrying uselessly, it was better to strive to improve their strength.

Only the weak would lament when encountering problems; the strong would solve problems by continuously improving themselves.

Therefore, the atmosphere at the scene was good, appearing exceptionally noisy and lively.

Inspired by the atmosphere, the gloom in Zhong Qing's heart, caused by Bai Ling's disappearance, also dissipated significantly.

Soon, he joined everyone in drinking.

Only Sword Wushuang seemed a bit out of place with the surrounding atmosphere.

Everyone present was related to Zhong Qing.

Only he had no direct relationship with Zhong Qing.

Therefore, this kind of occasion made him feel uncomfortable all over.

This scene was seen by Lin Feng.

After a brief thought, he got up and came to Zhong Qing, respectfully saying: "Master, Disciple has a request!"

Zhong Qing sat at the head of the banquet table.

Looking at Lin Feng, he smiled and said: "What is it?"

For Zhong Qing, his eldest Disciple was impeccable in all aspects, except for the slow pace of his Realm improvement.

Therefore, he showed him enough patience and tolerance.

After choosing his words carefully, Lin Feng softly said: "Master, before Disciple became your Disciple, I was fortunate to have the assistance of Senior Jian. Without his protection, Disciple might have died before even meeting Master."

"Therefore, Senior Jian has the grace of rebirth for Disciple."

"Now that Master's forces are flourishing, I wonder if you can take Senior Jian into your sect?"

Hearing this, Zhong Qing glanced at Sword Wushuang.

He had some impression of this person; after obtaining the Heavenly Eye back then, he knew that there was a remnant soul hidden in his Disciple's ring.

It was only because he saw no malice towards Lin Feng that he didn't pay too much attention.

At this moment, Phoenix Aotian also stood up.

"Master, this young fellow possesses a Sword Body and is blessed with Double Pupils. His future achievements are limitless. If he can be taken into the sect and cultivated, he should have a place on the Heavenly Dao Rankings."

These words made Zhong Qing carefully examine Sword Wushuang.

He was not sure how many of the Heavenly Dao Institute Disciples could make it onto the rankings.

But the more that made it onto the rankings, the more System rewards there would be.

Since even Phoenix Aotian said so, it proved that this person's talent indeed had its unique aspects. Taking him into the sect was certainly acceptable.

While Zhong Qing was observing Sword Wushuang.

The latter directly knelt down towards Zhong Qing with a 'thud'.

"Sword Wushuang greets Senior, I humbly request Senior to take me in!"

He was the first among everyone present to perceive Zhong Qing's extraordinary nature.

Deep down in his heart, he had long harbored the idea of joining Zhong Qing's sect, but he had been in a remnant soul state before, and the two had never had the chance to meet.

Now, with Lin Feng and Phoenix Aotian speaking on his behalf, how could he let go of such a rare Opportunity?

Seeing this, Zhong Qing nodded and said: "Are you willing to be my Named Disciple?"

Sword Wushuang's eyes widened upon hearing this, and a strong look of excitement appeared on his face.

He had originally thought that it would be a great favor if Zhong Qing could take him into his sect, but he never expected that the other party would actually be willing to take him as a Named Disciple.

What a great Opportunity this was.

After all, the relationship of a Disciple was much closer than simply being taken into the sect.

"Sword Wushuang, greets Master!"

He excitedly kowtowed three resounding times to Zhong Qing.

Originally, he had dreamed of joining Zhong Qing's sect.

But he never expected this day to come so suddenly, and happiness to arrive so unexpectedly.

This scene made Wu Yue and Shi Xiaotian, the two Outer Sect Disciples of Mufu Peak, incredibly envious.

They were considered Zhong Qing's first batch of followers.

Now seeing someone surpass them and walk ahead of them, how could they not be envious?

After Zhong Qing Breakthrough to the Venerable Realm Third Heaven, how keen was his Divine Sense? After noticing their envious and jealous little gazes, he couldn't help but be amused.

"Wu Yue, Shi Xiaotian, where are you?"

The two immediately jolted.

They quickly got up from the banquet table and came before Zhong Qing.

They bowed and knelt, saying: "Wu Yue (Shi Xiaotian) greets Peak Master, may I ask what Peak Master's instructions are?"

"Considering that you two have been diligent and meritorious on Mufu Peak these past years, I now wish to take you two as Named Disciples. What do you two think?"

Since one sheep is herded, a flock of sheep is also herded.

Zhong Qing didn't mind taking them in together.

Moreover, in the next year, the two could be of great use.

After all, Alchemists were an extremely scarce profession throughout the Central Continent. With some cultivation, it was truly uncertain if they could make a splash.

The two never expected that such good fortune would fall upon them one day.

They exclaimed joyfully: "Thank you, Master!"

This scene made the other Elders and high-ranking officials of the Immortal River Sect incredibly envious!

If it weren't for their status, they would have wanted to become Zhong Qing's Disciples too.

Of course, everyone just thought about it.

No matter what, Zhong Qing was someone who came from the Immortal River Sect. With this connection, if there were any benefits, Zhong Qing would certainly not forget them.

The banquet ended in this noisy and lively atmosphere.

Zhong Qing had people establish a stronghold for the Immortal River Sect members.

The Phoenix Feather Sect would one day surely break out of the Chaotic Land.

At that time, this place would be the headquarters of the Immortal River Sect.

Zhong Qing had deep feelings for the Immortal River Sect.

Whether it was because of his Master Daoist Nai or Sect Master Sect Leader Xuan Yuanhong.

In a sense, the entire Phoenix Feather Sect was now a branch of the Immortal River Sect, all belonging to Mufu Peak.

It was just that the disparity in size between the two was too great.

A hasty merger would be somewhat incongruous, so Zhong Qing temporarily had no intention of merging the Phoenix Feather Sect into the Immortal River Sect.

He would only secretly escort and protect the growth of the Immortal River Sect.

As the banquet dispersed and the guests enjoyed themselves, Zhong Qing gained three more Named Disciples.