Lingxiao Immortal Clan.

Immediately afterwards, seeing that there were still many ordinary disciples in Chaoyue Mountain, the Old Daoist Chaoyue hurriedly returned to Chaoyue Mountain and summoned them all to prevent them from affecting Ling Pengyun's breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage.

Soon after, powerful bolts of tribulation lightning descended from the tribulation clouds in the sky above Chaoyue Mountain.

However, most of those tribulation lightning bolts were blocked by the protective formation of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect.

That great formation was a top-grade fifth-order formation. It was said that the Chaoyue Immortal Sect had acquired it from the Frost Immortal Sect at great expense in its early years. Its power was extremely good, comparable to the power of a Nascent Soul cultivator at the peak of his cultivation.

The lightning bolts in the sky did not cause any trouble in front of him.

As the remaining power of the tribulation clouds was exhausted, they gradually dissipated.

Immediately afterwards, the aura of a newly advanced Nascent Soul cultivator emanated from within Chaoyue Mountain.

at the same time.

At the summit of Chaoyue Mountain, inside a cave.

'The destructive thunderous power contained within the Five Elements Thunder Flood Dragon's great divine ability, drawing upon the power of heaven and earth, creates a truly genuine calamity cloud.'

'I'm afraid even someone at the Void Refinement Realm might not be able to see through this disguise.'

Ling Pengyun, who had just advanced to the "Perfect Nascent Soul" stage, looked at the lingering aura of the tribulation clouds in the sky, his brows full of smiles.

Although he had already reached the perfect state of Nascent Soul early on.

However, the cultivation level he had previously demonstrated at the Chaoyue Immortal Sect was only at the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

Furthermore, to reach the Qingxia Realm, one needs to pass through the Ice Frost Immortal Sect's investigation.

Therefore, he resorted to this desperate measure, using the destructive thunderous intent contained in the Five Elements Thunder Dragon Great Divine Power to draw upon the power of heaven and earth, and disguised a tribulation cloud at the level of the Nascent Soul Perfection stage, creating a scene of someone attempting to break through to the Nascent Soul Perfection stage.

Furthermore, the core of the Five Elements Thunder Flood Dragon Great Divine Power, the Dao Intent of Destruction Thunder, was, after all, something Ling Pengyun comprehended when he was undergoing tribulation lightning in his early years, based on the tribulation lightning as its source.

These two can be considered to have the same origin.

In addition, Ling Pengyun has a high level of cultivation and a strong control over the power of heaven and earth.

The celestial tribulation clouds he faked were more real than the real ones.

……

outside the mountains
"After countless years of accumulation, our sect has finally produced a Nascent Soul cultivator at the peak of his cultivation."

As the old Daoist Chaoyue watched this scene, his brows were filled with excitement.

He then immediately sought out Ling Pengyun to offer his congratulations.

"Pengyun, you have truly brought honor to our sect! I never expected you to succeed on your first attempt at reaching the peak of the Nascent Soul stage."

But at this point, his tone changed abruptly, and he immediately blamed Ling Pengyun.

"However, your attempt to break through to the next realm was reckless; you didn't even warn me beforehand."

"Furthermore, although our sect has found one or two high-level spiritual items for you to break through realms in recent years, such spiritual items are really rare and it is not safe to use them to assist in breaking through realms."

"If you had been less lucky earlier, you might have failed."

"You could have waited for the sect to find you a few more high-level spiritual items to help you break through your current realm before attempting to do so."

"You must not do this again in the future. And before you do such important things, you must discuss it with me first, otherwise I will be very worried."

He had long ago realized that Ling Pengyun possessed extraordinary talent in cultivation and had the potential to reach the peak of the Nascent Soul stage.

Over the years, he has spent a lot of resources trying to purchase high-level spiritual items for Ling Pengyun to break through to higher realms.

But such things are quite rare and extremely expensive.

Furthermore, the Chaoyue Immortal Sect is merely an old, superior Nascent Soul sect, and has produced very few Nascent Soul Perfection cultivators throughout its history.

Indirectly, it only managed to collect one or two ordinary high-level breakthrough spiritual items for Ling Pengyun in a short period of time, which could at most increase Ling Pengyun's probability of breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage by 10% or 20%.

However, this probability increase is not high.

Therefore, the old Daoist Chaoyue felt a chill run down his spine whenever he thought of Ling Pengyun's rash attempt to break through his cultivation level.

After all, if this matter fails, even with the help of high-level breakthrough spiritual objects, it is easy to suffer backlash.

In addition, he knew Ling Pengyun quite well.

He assumed that Ling Pengyun was afraid that the Chaoyue Immortal Sect would deplete its foundation, so he bought several more high-level breakthrough spiritual items for it, which is why he rashly attempted to break through to the next realm.

“Master, you’re overthinking it. The reason I directly broke through to the next realm was because I had some insights during my seclusion.”

"If it weren't for that, I'm afraid I wouldn't have dared to do it this way."

Ling Pengyun simply smiled and covered up the lie.

"You, you."

Upon hearing this, the old Daoist Chaoyue couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

Afterwards, the old Daoist Chaoyue gave Ling Pengyun some more instructions on not to act rashly in the future, and then he gave up.

After thinking it over, he took out the two treasures of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect that he had nurtured for thousands of years.

The two treasures were the top-quality, fifth-tier, superior-grade, protective spirit treasure, the Tide Moon Curved Blade, and the defensive spirit treasure, the Tide Moon Bronze Bell.

They were crafted by the ancestors of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect using high-grade spiritual materials and by hiring high-level weapon refiners. They share the same origin as the Chaoyue Immortal Sect's sect-protecting cultivation technique, the Chaoyue Treasure Scripture.

Moreover, it has been continuously nurtured by generations of cultivators of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect who have practiced the Chaoyue Treasure Scripture.

Their foundation becomes extremely strong, far surpassing that of ordinary spiritual treasures of the same level.

Their power is quite strong, even barely comparable to 70-80% of the power of a fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasure.

In addition, these two treasures are also the two strongest spiritual treasures of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect. Apart from these, although the Chaoyue Immortal Sect has a few other fifth-grade high-quality spiritual treasures, the quality of those spiritual treasures is generally average.

As for the top-grade fifth-tier spiritual treasures that are comparable to the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, they are extremely rare and of very high value.

The Chaoyue Immortal Sect has never been able to obtain it.

“Pengyun, you have now reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage. As a result, the ordinary fifth-grade high-quality spiritual weapons that the sect used to provide you are now somewhat inadequate.”

"Although our sect's foundation is relatively weak and we do not have any top-grade fifth-rank spiritual treasures, these two high-grade fifth-rank sect-protecting spiritual treasures are still barely presentable. I hope you will not find them lacking."

"By the way, you must not refuse these two spiritual treasures as you have before, or I will get angry."

"Furthermore, rest assured that the sect will do its utmost to collect top-grade fifth-tier spiritual treasures for you in the future."

The old Taoist master Chaoyue explained in detail.

Furthermore, back when Ling Pengyun entered the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm and succeeded him as sect leader, he had planned to hand over the two sect-protecting spiritual treasures to Ling Pengyun.

However, Ling Pengyun refused because he was not practicing the water-attribute sect-protecting technique of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect.

Therefore, the Old Daoist Chaoyue kept those two treasures in his possession.

But now that Ling Pengyun has reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, Old Daoist Chaoyue really feels that this matter is inappropriate.

It is also worth mentioning that Daoist Chaoyue plans to discuss with the other elders of the sect about increasing Ling Pengyun's annual salary in the future.

"I will not hesitate to accept the salary increase from Master, but those two sect-protecting spiritual treasures are really not suitable for me. If I accept them, I am afraid I will find it difficult to fully utilize their power, which would be a real waste."

"It would be better to remain in your hands, Master."

Ling Pengyun said with a smile.

Afterwards, the old Taoist master Chaoyue offered a few more words of advice, but to no avail.

"You're such a stubborn child."

"In that case, I'll inquire further to see if there are any high-level, top-grade fifth-tier spiritual treasures for sale outside..."

With a sigh, Daoist Chaoyue put away the two treasures that were meant to protect the sect, and then made a promise.

These words warmed Ling Pengyun's heart.

After a few more casual words, Ling Pengyun, citing his newly attained Nascent Soul stage and unstable foundation, began to cultivate in seclusion. 'Pengyun is truly diligent in his cultivation, and coupled with his high aptitude, he has a real chance of reaching the Void Refinement stage in the future.'

Old Daoist Chaoyue gazed in the direction of Ling Pengyun's cave, his brows furrowed with anticipation.

Afterwards, he approached the troublesome elders of the sect and told them about increasing Ling Pengyun's salary and doing his best to help him break through to the fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasure.

In addition, although Lord Chaoyue was a supreme elder of the sect, and even the previous sect leader.

But the sect doesn't belong to him alone.

It is not solely the responsibility of Ling Pengyun, the newly appointed sect leader.

In addition, there are many small factions within the sect, and the elders of the sect all hold good positions within the sect, with the lowest cultivation level being Nascent Soul, and some even being mid-Nascent Soul cultivators.

Therefore, it is quite difficult to mobilize a large amount of sect resources to collect fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasures under normal circumstances.

After all, this move would harm the interests of the other elders.

However, as Ling Pengyun reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, his status in the sect rose dramatically. Even the sect elders were extremely afraid of provoking Ling Pengyun and being targeted by him.

Furthermore, the suggestion made by Daoist Chaoyue to collect fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasures for Ling Pengyun is in accordance with the rules.

If this matter is accomplished, Ling Pengyun's strength will be even greater.

This could even lead to a surge in the overall strength of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect, which would benefit the sect's elders.

Therefore, they unusually united with Daoist Chaoyue and strongly agreed with his proposal.

'Those sect elders are truly cunning old foxes; they're all incredibly shrewd.'

'However, this is for the best. In this way, it will be much less troublesome for me to mobilize all the sect's resources to collect high-level spiritual treasures for Pengyun.'

After learning everything, the old Daoist Chaoyue couldn't help but feel secretly pleased.

Then, he considered that the value of a fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasure was too high, and it would be difficult to purchase it with the surplus money in the sect's hands alone.

He then entered the sect's treasury with the other sect elders.

This place stores a large number of spiritual items of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect.

It not only contains a large number of low-level standard magical artifacts, but also a large number of low-level spiritual herbs, and so on.

These things are the accumulated resources of the Chaoyue Immortal Sect over countless years, and they can be of great use at critical moments.

For example, when a sect recruits disciples on a large scale, it can directly take some standard magical artifacts from this place to equip those newly recruited disciples.

A large quantity of low-grade spiritual herbs can assist newly recruited disciples in their cultivation, enabling the entire sect to function.

However, the sect is currently short of money, so the old Daoist Chaoyue and others plan to sell them all.

They even planned to sell some high-level spiritual lands to increase the probability of purchasing fifth-tier top-grade spiritual treasures.

For a time, they were truly willing to spend a lot of money to buy top-tier fifth-grade items.

After all, high-level spiritual lands are like gold mines; they are usually too busy protecting them to sell them.

In addition, the benefits they offered were quite substantial.

In addition, the Cold Spirit Realm is backed by the Frost Immortal Sect, so its path to enlightenment is more prosperous, and it has a relatively large number of high-level spiritual treasures.

Therefore, they quickly obtained a common fifth-grade top-quality spiritual treasure called the Flowing Cloud Flying Sword from a force skilled in weapon crafting.

They were overjoyed by this and immediately handed it over to Ling Pengyun.

……

At this moment, inside the Chaoyue Mountain cave.

"I really didn't expect that with the power of the sect, we could actually obtain such a treasure."

"Although this spiritual treasure is just average and cannot compare to the Five Elements Magic Beads, my natal divine treasure, which I recently forged, its power is still decent and can be a good weapon."

Ling Pengyun looked at the Flowing Cloud Flying Sword in his hand with some surprise.

He then inquired in detail and learned that the sect was selling high-level spiritual veins.

This incident also warmed his heart.

"The sect... has treated me very well."

Ling Pengyun couldn't help but sigh, and then he thanked the sect's high-ranking members, including Daoist Chaoyue.

In addition, he also knew that apart from the fact that the old Daoist Chaoyue was genuinely looking out for him,

Most of the other sect leaders wanted to take advantage of his newly advanced Nascent Soul stage to expand their sect's power and gain some benefits.

In addition, the elders of those sects performed quite well this time.

He fulfilled the wishes of those sect elders.

He also stated that as long as the disturbance didn't escalate too much, he would take on any trouble for the sect.

"But if the sect offends those old, top-tier Nascent Soul forces in the Cold Spirit Minor Realm that have reached the Nascent Soul stage, then don't blame us for being ruthless."

Ling Pengyun warned.

"We understand. We thank the sect leader for his great kindness. Furthermore, we will be more cautious in developing the sect's strength in the future."

The sect elders were overjoyed upon hearing this, and repeatedly expressed their gratitude and made assurances.

Immediately afterwards, they praised Ling Pengyun again, and then happily discussed expansion methods with Ling Pengyun and the Grand Elder Chaoyue Daojun.

The Frost Spirit Realm is occupied by the Frost Immortal Sect and is extremely peaceful. If chaos were to break out rashly, the consequences would be severe.

Therefore, they do not intend to use force in their expansion.

Instead, they plan to expand their business.

In the past, because their strength was relatively average, they did not dare to extend their reach too far.

However, having received Ling Pengyun's promise, they planned to follow the example of the top Nascent Soul forces in the Cold Spirit Minor Realm that had perfected Nascent Soul cultivation, and vigorously expand their business of acquiring or selling spiritual items.

They even expanded their business to all the markets, big and small, throughout the entire Cold Spirit Realm.

"By the way, there is another difficulty in this matter, which is that our sect may not have enough spiritual items to sell. Therefore, we also plan to recruit disciples who are skilled in various arts from outside."

“They accept anyone who is skilled in a variety of arts, regardless of age or background.”

"As for managing them, we can deal with that later. The priority is to develop and strengthen the sect first."

The sect elders, after careful consideration, explained in detail.

"Your suggestion is good, let's do it your way."

Ling Pengyun agreed upon hearing this.

This matter is relatively safe, with a low risk factor.

I agree with this.

Old Daoist Chaoyue also agreed.

"Since both Sect Master and Supreme Elder have agreed to this matter, we will proceed with it immediately."

The sect elders were overjoyed to see that Ling Pengyun and Daoist Chaoyue had agreed, and immediately took their leave.

"Although these sect elders are fond of infighting, they are quite good at managing and developing their sects."

Ling Pengyun watched their departing figures and couldn't help but think to himself.

'It's truly remarkable that Peng Yun, after reaching the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, is so considerate of the sect.'

Meanwhile, the old Daoist Chaoyue, standing to the side, gazed at Ling Pengyun with a smile in his eyes. (End of Chapter)