Journey to the head

Sure enough! If Taiyi Paradise hadn't wanted to start a small world conquest, why would Wuliang Xuanjun explain so much to me?
It seems that not everyone can participate in the conquest of this small world. Even if there are many sects offering immortal talismans, Taiyi Paradise will only select a group of them to participate.

For example, Miaomiao Xuanjun’s cultivation level has dropped drastically due to these two major disasters, and there is a 99% chance that he will not receive the notification.

So Lu Qian smiled and said, "Lord Xuan wants to team up with me to explore the small world?"

Wuliang Xuanjun laughed: "That's right. There are many dangers in the small world. If you can stick together with trustworthy people, your safety will be more guaranteed."

Lu Qian asked again: "Thank you for your favor, Lord Xuan. You have countless talented people under your command, and there are also Yuanshen neighbors around you. Why do you have to choose someone from a foreign state, such as me?"

Wuliang Xuanjun said sternly: "I just said that in that small world, the rules have changed drastically, and it is not necessarily the case that whoever has a higher cultivation level will be stronger."

"Cultivators below the level of Hedao Immortal Lord originally relied on conforming to, borrowing, and calling upon the great Dao of heaven and earth to perform mysterious methods. The deeper their understanding of the great Dao, the stronger their methods will naturally be."

"Once you are in the small world, the great Dao of heaven and earth will change. This is when your personal understanding will be tested. Whoever has a higher understanding will be able to verify and integrate the great Dao of the small world and the great Dao of Yuanchen, and will be able to exert a stronger combat power."

“I have heard that you, Tian Yuanzi, have extraordinary comprehension. At such a young age, you have already reached a very profound level in your deduction of the Five Elements Dao. You have even realized the second magical power when you were in the Golden Elixir stage. This is truly shocking.”

"I just tried a move, and it's really extraordinary! When I was in the Nascent Soul stage, I was far inferior to you!"

"You are such a talented person, you will definitely be able to thrive in this small world! However, most of the Yuanying in my state follow the instructions and stick to the rules, so they can't achieve anything great."

"As for the nearby Yuanshen... I don't have any special trust. Your character is well-known. You uphold the Kingly Way of the United People and treat people sincerely. You are recognized as a gentleman of elegance. Isn't he a hundred times better than those gloomy Yuanshen Xuanjun?"

"Besides, there are still hundreds of years to go. If we get closer from now on, we can cultivate this relationship."

"Finally, Taiyi Paradise looks upon you favorably, and you may even be given some care after you enter the small world. I can benefit from it then."

Wuliang Xuanjun has a straightforward personality. He is outspoken and does not hide anything. He speaks out his reasons in one breath like pouring beans out of a bamboo tube. Lu Qian likes his character very much and intuitively feels that it will be a pleasure to work with him.

But when it comes to cooperation, it's just business.

Lu Qian smiled slightly: "Thank you for your kindness, I am very grateful. Since Xuanjun speaks quickly, I will speak directly."

"What good will it be for me to team up with Xuanjun?"

Wuliang Xuanjun was obviously stunned for a moment, and an unhappy look appeared on his face.

In his opinion, he was a state spirit, and his status and strength were far superior to Lu Qian. He was humble and sincere, told so many secrets, and took the initiative to propose cooperation. Lu Qian was grateful and agreed immediately.

There is no option to make conditions!

Lu Qian said calmly: "Mr. Xuan, first of all, I am not a subordinate of your sect. Although my sect is a Yuanying sect, we also worship immortal scrolls and worship Taiyi Paradise as the supreme. I have no obligation to obey you."

"Second, I have not received a call from Taiyi Paradise, so perhaps I don't need to wade into this muddy water. The small world is extremely dangerous, so why should I take the initiative to accompany Xuanjun on this adventure?"

"Third, even if I was recruited, Xuan Jun saw my ability and invited me to join a team, so he should have promised me some benefits."

Wuliang Xuanjun was silent for a moment, then suddenly laughed, and the unhappiness in his heart disappeared.

"Good Tian Yuanzi, you are right, it was me who had a preconceived notion and underestimated you."

"Well, what conditions do you come up with?"

Lu Qian thought for a moment and said, "First of all, within this small world, we are all equals and can discuss anything. The rewards from Taiyi Paradise will belong to each of us individually, and the treasures we find will be divided equally."

Wuliang Xuanjun nodded readily: "Of course."

Lu Qian added: "Secondly, in the Yuanchen Realm, you and I must form an alliance. This is the cornerstone of mutual trust between the two sides."

Wuliang Xuanjun shook his head and said, "I can only agree that as long as you achieve the Yuanshen, we will form an alliance. Otherwise, my Xinghai Sect and your Yunshan Sect are not equal for the time being, and the disadvantages of the alliance will outweigh the advantages for us."

"Besides, you are actually allies with the Danxia Sect and the Ao Clan in my province. Do you really think that I, the governor of Ningzhou, am blind?" He showed a half-smile on his face. "If I form an alliance with you, how can my Xinghai Sect still lead the Danxia and Ao Clan?"

Lu Qian laughed: "Each of us can talk about our own affairs. Our alliance is between the two of us only. It has nothing to do with Danxia and the Ao family. Don't you see that my Chongming Alliance, even though the Yunshan Sect has become a Yuanying Sect, still maintains an alliance with the Jindan Sects. But if I form an alliance with others, it has nothing to do with them."

But Wuliang Xuanjun still shook his head: "Before your Yunshan Sect becomes a Yuanshen Sect, I cannot agree to your alliance request. I have heard about your ambitions. You and Qingzhou will definitely have a war. If the two sides form an alliance, I should help. But in the Yuanchen Realm, Yunshan can't help my Xinghai Sect yet."

They could not reach a consensus on this point, and Lu Qian knew that he could not be too demanding, so after repeated discussions, he changed the conditions.

In the Yuanchen Realm, if the Yunshan Sect becomes a Yuanshen Sect, the Xinghai Sect will form an alliance with the Yunshan Sect. Before that, if both parties need to enter the small realm, they will establish a temporary alliance until they leave the small realm.

"Finally, you and I will open up trade routes, exchange what we have, establish communication stations, exchange information and intelligence in a timely manner, and establish a direct route for the Wind Beast."

Wuliang Xuanjun said with a cheerful smile: "I've heard that Yunshan Sect is good at business management. How could you set your sights on us so soon? Great, there's no problem making money together. Let me discuss these trivial matters."

Lu Qian was quite satisfied. Although they failed to establish an alliance directly, with these communications, the ties between the two sides were undoubtedly much closer.

Unexpectedly, Wuliang Xuanjun changed the subject and said, "Tianyuanzi, there are some things I need to make clear first. I will not let the relationship between you and me affect my attitude towards Danxia and Ao. My Xinghai Sect is the main Yuanshen Sect in Ningzhou. Now it commands the eight Yuanying Sects in Ningzhou. I will never allow any sect to break away from my command and become a country within a country!"

Lu Qian lowered his eyes. This Wuliang Xuanjun was truly a decisive and domineering person.

"The battle in Ningzhou has almost come to an end." Wuliang Xuanjun said in an unquestionable tone, "Survival of the fittest in the state is a natural law, but I don't want to see a Yuanying sect being directly removed from the list. That would be detrimental to Ningzhou as a whole."

"I don't care what the origins of the Ao family are, as long as they work for Ningzhou. I don't have any definite evidence of how Xingliu Lingjun died, so I won't investigate. But!" The great spiritual pressure on his body suddenly shook, "You, Yunshan Sect, must not extend your hands too far again!"

"Master and disciple Jingxia and Zhao Kongque must not take advantage of loopholes anymore! They can return to defend when Danxia Sect is attacked, but they are forbidden to participate in any war started by Danxia Sect! Most of the time, let them stay in Yunshan Sect and don't come to Ningzhou for no reason. I heard that Jingxia and you are in love, so you should get married soon."

"Then take care of your woman!"

"If I catch you, everything we talked about today will be null and void. I will also charge you with the crime of Yunshan Sect interfering in Ningzhou's internal affairs. I will report it to Taiyi Paradise and destroy your Cangzhou!"

Xuanjun's soul was radiant with light, and his mighty power made the Immortal City tremble slightly. It seemed as if he would attack again if there was any disagreement.

Lu Qian was silent for a moment, then raised his head and looked at him fearlessly.

"I can agree to what Lord Xuan said. But Danxia and Ao are allies of our sect. If one day, the two sects are in danger of being destroyed, Yunshan will definitely help them!"

“Even if I fall out with Xuan Jun because of this, I, Lu Qian, will not sit idly by and watch the two factions fall!”

The five-colored light surged violently around him, and between his eyebrows, a white light flashed like a sharp sword. The White Jade Capital City shook violently, and the four attics and the main hall of the Jade Capital roared continuously, and the five elements of spiritual energy began to swirl in the air like a vortex.

Wuliang Xuanjun stared at Lu Qian, and Lu Qian also looked straight into his eyes. The next moment, Xuanjun retracted his spiritual pressure, stood up, and laughed loudly.

"Great Tian Yuanzi, Great Tian Yuanzi!"

"This is the kind of teammate I can trust with confidence!"

"Today's matter is settled. You should practice hard. I look forward to your achievement of the Yuanshen. Our two sects will become allies and shine brightly in the west of Yuheng!"

The light of Baiyujing shot straight into the night sky, instantly suppressing all the stars.

Under the nervous gaze of the Ningzhou Four Yuanying and the Yunshan Sect, two figures walked out side by side.

The sight of them holding hands and talking cheerfully, showing how friendly they were, stunned everyone.

The Four Yuanyings of Ningzhou silently complained in their hearts, no way, in just half an hour, Xuanjun and Tianyuanzi reached some kind of unspeakable deal?

The people of Yunshan were even more impressed. As expected of the headmaster, he had just returned and had established a friendship with Ningzhou Yuanshenlun. In the future, the influence of Yunshan Sect will surely be further expanded.

"Tian Yuanzi, it's getting late. Would you like to come to my Xinghai Sect and have a seat?" Wuliang Xuanjun invited.

But Lu Qian declined with a smile on his face.

"Thank you, Lord Xuan, for your hospitality. However, I have been away from my hometown for fifty years and I am eager to return home. I will not stay any longer. Besides, I still have allies and close friends waiting for me at the border of Cangzhou."

"Once everything is settled, I will come to Xinghai Sect to pay my respects to Lord Xuan."

Wuliang Xuanjun smiled and nodded: "Then I won't send you off. The fight in Ningzhou should come to an end."

He did not stop, but turned into a beam of light and left with the Four Yuan Infants.

Lu Qian bowed to the escaping light and was quite impressed by this Lord Xuan in his heart.

When he finally walked out of Baiyujing, he asked a question.

"Mr. Xuan, we just talked about the reason why Taiyi Paradise controls Yuheng Continent. But we didn't mention Lianxu Sect. What role do they play in Yuheng Continent?"

Wuliang Xuanjun said with envy: "The Lianxu Sect is a very unique existence. Although Taiyi Paradise is the overlord of Yuheng, it is also very polite to the Lianxu Sect."

"The Lianxu Sect in Yuheng Continent is almost an independent existence, and Taiyi Paradise has to take their opinions into consideration on many matters. Whether it is conquering alien species or small worlds, Taiyi Paradise will notify the Lianxu Sect, but generally speaking, they have the autonomy to decide whether to participate."

"It's because the Lianxu Sect can already open up caves and heavens, and it's not completely rooted in Yuheng and cannot move. Lianxu Zhenjun can also travel a million miles in one step, and can travel around in Yuanchen Realm at any time."

"If we push them too hard and cause dissatisfaction, the Lianxu Sect can move to other continents at any time and join other Hedao forces, and the loss will outweigh the gain."

"And if we really offend Master Lianxu, he can move through space at any time to launch a sneak attack and cause damage, which will cause huge losses."

"So the Lianxu Sect is the real lord of the region."

Thinking of this, Lu Qian looked up at the starry sky and couldn't help but sigh.

The Lianxu Sect is truly fascinating. I wonder when our Yunshan Sect will be able to see that day?
He turned around and met the sparkling eyes of the Yunshan disciples.

"Disciples, let's go home!"

Huge cheers echoed in the night sky. Lu Qian led the people of Yunshan into Baiyujing. Then the fairy city's light dimmed, and its spiritual power was collected. It disappeared into the night sky again, and rushed to the border of Cangzhou at the speed of Nascent Soul.

An hour later, the head of the Qigong sect here received a report from his disciples and hurried back to the mountain gate.

He himself fled and complained, and many of his disciples remained in the mountains. These Qigong practitioners paid no attention to them at all, but watched the whole drama of the great practitioners fighting fiercely and then talking happily.

Putting aside the disciples' shock at Da Xiu's divine power, the head of the Qi training sect heard that Lu Qian and Wuliang Xuanjun were very close at the end, and thought that his report would be in vain, and he could not help but feel extremely upset.

He looked again at the hall that was destroyed when Yunshan's people rushed out, and suddenly an idea came to his mind.

After a while, several stone tablets rose from the ground.

"Tian Yuanzi's resting place."

"The place where Tian Yuanzi and his wife climbed the mountain to view the view."

"Where Tian Yuanzi was fighting fiercely."

"Wuliang Xuanjun and Tianyuanzi were discussing the mysteries of the Tao."

Wonderful, the Qigong master touched his chin, and said, "Now my sect will be very popular, and I can make a lot of money just by selling tea. Seeing the name of Tian Yuanzi, who dares to bully the neighbors again?"

Humph, Tian Yuanzi, I will definitely get some benefits from you.

I, Fei Peijue, am not someone who is easily bullied.

Don't bully young poor!
At the border of Cangzhou, there are already patches of shining lights hanging in the air, shining brightly with the stars.

These are the Jindan from the Chongming Alliance who came to welcome Tian Yuanzi's return, as well as Yuanying Wu Chongweng who came to welcome him personally, as well as the Jindan from the northern part of Cangzhou who are actively seeking to join the Chongming Alliance.

Several Jindan Zhenren from the Yunshan Sect’s partners and subordinate sects.

Envoys sent by Xuanwei Sect, Lingshou Sect, and Qinglian Zhenzong.

The Nascent Soul, the Golden Elixir, and their spiritual pressures intertwined and surged up into the sky, tearing apart the clouds within a radius of several miles. The bright moonlight and starlight spread down unhindered, making the sky and earth bright.

Why haven't you come yet?
How many people were looking forward to it, staring towards the direction of Ningzhou.

Then, in the silver-white light, a crystal clear fairy city suddenly emerged from the void, so mysterious and ethereal that it shocked people speechless.

With a loud bang, the light from Baiyujing shot straight to Niudou, and the city gate opened wide.

In the five-colored light, the head of Yunshan Sect, Tianyuanzi Lu Qian, who had been away from Cangzhou for fifty years, led the Yunshan Sect's Yuanying and Jindan to float out.

"Gentlemen, how are you?" (End of this chapter)