354: Qingling Sect

Whoosh!

Li Changfeng was incredibly fast, instantly landing in front of Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian).

One was an Immortal Master, perfectly fine and at full strength; the other was a Great Yao, severely wounded with a shattered Demon Body. There was almost no suspense in the battle.

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) secretly cursed his luck and quickly searched the player trading post, hoping to find some treasure that could help him escape.

"Add me as a friend."

Li Changfeng's words stunned Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian).

"Huh?"

"I said, add me as a friend."

Li Changfeng explained, "You're also going to Qingling Sect, right? I see you probably want to continue causing trouble in Beishan, so we might have opportunities to cooperate in the future. Let's add each other as friends first."

"...Alright."

The two added each other as friends.

Li Changfeng waved his hand, taking out a Medicinal Pill for healing from his storage ring and giving it to the other party.

"First, heal your injuries and recover some of your condition. Then, the two of us will go to Qingling Sect together, representing the Human Race and the Yao Race."

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian)'s expression changed, and he immediately understood what Li Changfeng wanted to do, nodding with joy.

This was to raise a banner, making the people of Qingling Sect take them seriously.

After some time, Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian)'s injuries had significantly healed, and Li Changfeng continued towards Qingling Sect with him.

Qingling Sect was not originally in Beishan; it was a large Sect in the south.

However, during the Great Jiang Empress's seclusion for Breakthrough, Qingling Sect moved its entire Sect, directly flying to Beishan. From then on, it severed ties with the Immortal Dynasty and thus escaped the turmoil of the Human-Demon War, appearing very mysterious.

Li Changfeng and Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) first followed widely circulated intelligence to find a cluster of Immortal Peaks, only to discover it was an illusion created by a Formation, not the actual Qingling Sect stronghold.

Both were somewhat astonished and couldn't help but feel a touch of admiration for Qingling Sect's prudence.

Fortunately, although Qingling Sect left many players behind before moving, there were still players who continued to stay in Qingling Sect.

Li Changfeng directly paid a sum of trading points to obtain intelligence about Qingling Sect, which allowed him to find the true stronghold.

It was a seemingly ordinary mountain range, with layers of rocky cliffs visible from afar, only a hint of green, and little vitality.

But when Li Changfeng forcefully probed with his Golden Core Spiritual Sense, he immediately saw the truth: a concealment Formation was clearly set up here.

In order not to offend Qingling Sect, Li Changfeng and Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) both respectfully remained outside the grand Formation, cupped their hands in greeting, announced their names, and hoped to enter Qingling Sect.

A moment later, a white cloud transformed into a gentle breeze, forming a Dao of Wind path, guiding the two inside.

The scenery before them continuously changed, from rocky cliffs with a hint of green to Immortal Peaks where Spiritual Qi gathered. Even a Golden Core cultivator could feel the abundant Spiritual Qi of this place through their breathing.

Li Changfeng mused, Qingling Sect might not have moved for the first time. It was likely that each time they moved, they also moved the Spiritual Vein. After the passage of long years, the Spiritual Qi within Qingling Sect had reached an incredible level.

The Dao of Wind path led the two to a high peak, where there was a palace. Its exterior almost merged with the mountain peak, appearing natural and seamless, yet one could still see white pillars and exquisite flying eaves, clearly showing excellent design ingenuity. Its style was very unique, likely the work of a Great Master.

"Li Changfeng, look down there."

At this moment, Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) suddenly spoke.

Within Qingling Sect, neither of them dared to use their Spiritual Sense indiscriminately, only observing with their eyesight.

They saw many Yao Beasts and Yao Race members lying limply on the mountain path at the foot of the mountain. It seemed they had suffered severe injuries and fled to Qingling Sect, hoping to seek refuge on the mountain, but exhausted all their Qi on the path and eventually died along the way.

Li Changfeng couldn't help but frown.

He was a smart man and could instantly analyze the situation.

Qingling Sect being able to move from the south to Beishan must have involved some dealings with the local Great Yaos. Their relationship would definitely not be bad, and there would usually be some interactions.

With the Yuyao Kingdom's invasion and the Yao Race's defeat, it was natural for some Yao Race members to come here to seek help from Qingling Sect.

However, judging from the corpses on the mountain path, Qingling Sect not only did not help the Yao Race resist the enemy, but they were not even willing to treat the Yao Race members who came to Qingling Sect.

"Sigh."

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) immediately sighed. He felt sorrow for his plan; Qingling Sect was highly unlikely to intervene.

Li Changfeng thought for a moment and said, "I can contact the state-stabilizing seal. It definitely doesn't want the battlefield to be within the Immortal Dynasty's territory. Even if Qingling Sect doesn't act, you can continue to try and stay in Beishan. The state-stabilizing seal should support you."

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian)'s eyes immediately lit up: "That would be excellent."

The two entered the palace.

The furnishings inside the palace were very simple, with no tables, chairs, or benches, only plain white pillars and a raised step at the very end, upon which sat a floating jade stone seat. A man with a powerful voice sat above it.

He wore flowing long sleeves, exuding Immortal Qi. One hand rested on the armrest, the other was clenched into a fist, propping up his tilted head, and his right leg was crossed over his left.

Li Changfeng couldn't help but frown slightly at his appearance.

He had gathered intelligence about this person beforehand; he was the Sect Master of Qingling Sect, "Immortal Master Fengchuan."

For the Sect Master himself to receive them, it was indeed proper etiquette, impeccable.

However, his crossed-leg posture and leisurely tilted head made Li Changfeng frown.

For two fifth-rank cultivators to personally visit, and for Immortal Master Fengchuan to display such a relaxed demeanor, it truly made one uncomfortable.

"Immortal Master Fengchuan."

At this moment, Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) stepped forward first, cupping his hands in greeting.

"I have long heard of Immortal Master's magnanimous actions, and your repeated assistance to the Beishan Yao Race in resolving troublesome Secret Realms makes you a true hero.

"This time, with the Yuyao Kingdom's invasion and the various Yao Race factions in disarray, it is a moment when new strength is desperately needed. I, Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian), have specially come to invite the Immortal Master to lead Qingling Sect out of the mountains to collectively resist the Yuyao Kingdom.

"If this is successful, the Beishan Yao Race is willing to pay a great price to repay the Immortal Master."

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) looked at Immortal Master Fengchuan. Although he knew the hope was slim, he still held some expectation.

Suddenly, the expression on his face froze, becoming somewhat astonished.

Because beside Immortal Master Fengchuan, another figure had appeared.

That person had a noble air, wearing a python robe, sitting on Qingling Sect's floating stone platform, narrowing his eyes, looking at Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) with a half-smile.

Ma Dun (Who was hit by the durian) immediately broke out in a cold sweat, unable to suppress his emotions, and exclaimed in surprise: "Yuwen Hong? Weren't you dead... Can you really be resurrected? Wait, why are you here?"

After speaking, he immediately understood everything, looking at Immortal Master Fengchuan. His previously somewhat humble expression completely vanished, replaced by anger, and he cursed:

"Fengchuan! The Beishan Yao Race has treated your Qingling Sect well. With a great enemy before us, you actually defected to the Yuyao Kingdom!

"Now that I think about it, those Yao Race members along the path to Qingling Sect didn't die from exhaustion, but were killed by you, weren't they? You are truly a scoundrel! I really want to kick your butt hard with my boots!"

Immortal Master Fengchuan merely spoke calmly:

"My actions have always been upright and honorable, and I am clear about grudges and favors. I have never personally killed any member of the Beishan Yao Race."

"It's just..." "Being an enemy of the Yuyao Kingdom is a very unwise thing."