The Rise of the Sect: I am the most persistent person in the world of immortal cultivation

Ye Yang gazed at the deepening twilight ahead and chuckled softly.

If Yan Qingying breaks through to the Nascent Soul Dao Realm, the foundation of the Flying Heaven Sect will be more solid.

The wind brushed past my ears, carrying the unique, crisp scent of the planet.

Ye Yang quickened his pace, his figure quickly merging into the gale-force winds deep within the starry sky, leaving only a faint purple trail that slowly dissipated into the horizon.

Meanwhile, inside the cultivation tower on the main peak of Feitianmen, Yan Qingying slowly opened her eyes in the secluded cultivation room.

"After much planning, I finally sensed a possibility of a breakthrough today."

Yan Qingying murmured to herself, a flash of understanding appearing in her eyes. She then closed her eyes again, clearing her mind of all distractions.

This time, she could feel it clearly.

With the help of resources within the gate.

The gate to the Nascent Soul Realm is already very close to me.

This day.

The morning mist over the Purple Palace had not yet dissipated, but the Lingqu Canal in the Thousand Islands region was already glowing with golden-red light.

The Ziyuan camp was also quite different from usual.

The airport's iron railings are adorned with colorful ribbons woven from starlight, and the market vendors have set up their stalls early.

Even the cultivators who usually bury themselves in their practice have changed into neat robes.

His face was beaming with an uncontrollable smile.

"Have you heard? The ancestor of the Qilin Ancient Clan has come in person!"

"And there are also Void Refinement cultivators from Penglai Immortal Mountain! This is the grandest event since the Ziyuan Star Region was established!"

Many mortals gathered by the Lingqu Canal, pointing at the golden light that was getting closer and closer in the sky and discussing it.

As for the children, they carried small Qilin woven from spiritual herbs, chasing each other and their laughter carried far and wide.

Three quarters of a hour.

Three streaks of light pierced through the clouds and landed steadily in the welcoming plaza of the Flying Gate.

The leader was the Qilin Ancestor.

Today he wore a long robe embroidered with stars and qilin patterns, his whole body shimmering with golden light, making him appear even more majestic than when we last met.

Two cultivators followed beside the ancestor of the Qilin.

A man dressed in a moon-white Taoist robe, with white hair and a youthful face, held a whisk in his hand, exuding an ethereal and otherworldly aura.

The other was dressed in a simple blue robe, with a piece of black jade hanging at his waist, and his eyes were as sharp as an eagle's.

His magical power was concealed and not released, yet it was more concentrated than that of ordinary Void Refinement cultivators.

Ye Yang was already waiting in the square. When he saw the three of them land, he cupped his hands and smiled.

"Fellow Daoists have come from afar, which is an honor to have you here on Ziyuan Star."

The Qilin Ancestor laughed loudly.

"You're too kind, Daoist Ye! In just a few months, you've brought Ziyuan Star to such a vibrant state, with even the starlight in the Spirit Canal several times more intense than before. I should be the one congratulating you."

He stepped aside to let the two people behind him pass.

"Come, let me introduce you—this is Xuanqing Sanren from Penglai Immortal Mountain. His cultivation is so profound that even I have to show him respect."

"This is Elder Hongming, whose 'Starry Sky Deduction Technique' can detect the aura of a thousand miles away."

Xuanqing Sanren bowed and smiled, his voice like jade striking against jade.

"The name of Daozu Ye has long been known throughout the islands of the East China Sea. The fact that Ziyuan Star could gain a foothold in such a short time is truly a testament to his reputation."

Elder Hongming nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the star-patterned array around the plaza, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes.

"With the Lingqu Canal drawing starlight and the Starship connecting heaven and earth, the scale of the Flying Gate is indeed quite grand."

Ye Yang quickly returned the greeting.

"You two are too kind. The Purple Palace Star Land is what it is today, thanks to the assistance of the Qilin Ancient Clan."

"I am even more grateful to the fellow Daoists from Penglai Immortal Mountain for their honor of visiting."

After exchanging pleasantries, the group entered the Gathering Star Hall of the Flying Heaven Gate.

Inside the hall, a jade table had already been set up, on which were placed spiritual fruits unique to the Purple Enclosure Star Region.

The "Star Heart Fruit" with star-like patterns on its peel is a specialty of the Purple Palace Star Region, while the "Flowing Clouds Peach" has translucent flesh like crystal.

They are all precious items containing pure star power.

After taking their seats, the Qilin Ancestor spoke first.

"We gather here today for two reasons. First, to fulfill our promise and exchange insights on refining the Void with Dao Ancestor Ye. Second, we also want to show our fellow Daoists in Penglai whether the Purple Enclosure Star Region is worth exploring together."

Ye Yang tapped his fingertip lightly on the table, and a screen of starlight appeared, reflecting his understanding of the Void Refinement Realm.

"It has been a while since I broke through to the Void Refinement Realm. I am currently stuck between the early and middle stages. Therefore, I would like to discuss the path of cultivation with you two seniors."

"This Refining Void Realm is about eliminating falsehood and preserving truth, refining oneself. Every time the Dao power of the primordial spirit is used, it must be in harmony with the order of heaven and earth and stars. The slightest mistake will damage the primordial spirit."

Elder Hongming raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

"Master Ye's words have hit the nail on the head. In the early stage of the Refinement of Emptiness, the focus is on 'fusion,' which requires merging one's own Dao power with the spiritual energy of the outside world; in the middle stage, the focus is on 'control,' which requires precise manipulation of Dao power amidst the turbulent winds and currents."

"Only in this way, in the later stages, can one unite with heaven and earth, then trigger the three calamities of wind, thunder, and fire, and finally break through to the Thunder Tribulation realm."

"Lao Fuka spent fifty years in the middle period, repeatedly hitting a wall on the word 'control'."

Xuanqing Sanren stroked his beard and smiled, "Fellow Daoist Hongming is too impatient. In my opinion, the key to the Refining Void Realm is not to force control, but to 'follow' it."

"Look at the spiritual canals of this star-covered land. Aren't they just like drawing starlight into the fields by following the terrain? When I broke through to the mid-stage, I spent three years watching the tides in the East China Sea."

"Understanding the principle of 'overcoming strength with gentleness' is more effective than asceticism."

The Qilin Ancestor clapped his hands and said, "Fellow Daoist Xuanqing is right! Back then, in order to break through, I forced my way through the Starry Sky Thunderstorm, but as a result, my foundation was damaged and I stagnated."

"Later, after studying star charts in a calm manner, I realized that refining the void is like sailing a boat. One must understand the celestial orbits and follow the celestial forces, rather than contending with the heavens."

Ye Yang listened intently; these people were all cultivators who had broken through to the Void Refinement stage many years ago.

These insights expressed in conversation are far more vivid than the cold words in classical texts.

Thinking of this, he spoke up as well.

"This junior dares to ask, it is said that the Thunder Tribulation Realm requires a pure and immaculate body. If one wants to break through the Thunder Tribulation, what kind of foundation should one lay in the Refinement of Void Realm?"

Elder Hongming's expression was solemn.

"The tribulation of lightning is a test and a gift from heaven and earth for cultivators. According to the ancient texts, if one can temper one's primordial spirit during the tribulation of lightning and let one's Dao power be tainted with a trace of the true meaning of lightning, one will have a greater chance of breaking through."

"But the same lightning tribulation is so powerful that it can destroy the heavens and the earth. Without absolute certainty, it should not be attempted lightly."

"When talking about tribulations, one cannot help but mention immortals and gods."

Xuanqing Sanren suddenly sighed, a longing flashing in his eyes.

"Legend has it that those who pass through the Nine Heavens Tribulation can shed their mortal form and achieve the Great Vehicle position, becoming immortals and gods, roaming freely beyond the Nine Heavens."

"It's the Qilin Ancestor," came the reply.

"I once saw a mural depicting immortals and gods in an ancient ruin—the person in the middle of the mural was surrounded by stars, and with a wave of his hand, he could cause the Milky Way to reverse, and he was extremely majestic."

"Even with such a vast expanse of starlight, it is unknown whether such beings still exist in the world today."

Ye Yang gazed at the swirling starlight outside the hall, his heart filled with turbulent emotions.

Refining Emptiness, Tribulation of Thunder, Mahayana, Immortal...

These words, which once existed only in legends, are now before our eyes, stirring up a great deal of longing in our hearts.

He suddenly laughed and said, "Whether or not the legendary immortals exist, what we cultivators seek is to get closer and closer to that supreme realm step by step."

"The secrets of the starry sky are endless. Perhaps we can find something we can't even imagine by exploring it."

"If the three seniors are interested, we can explore together in the future."

"it is good!"

The Qilin Ancestor slammed his fist on the table and stood up.

"That's exactly what I was thinking! Once the matter of the mortal migration is settled, we will form a team and head there to see just how many surprises this Purple Enclosure Star holds!"

Ye Yang ran his fingertips along the peel of the Star Heart Fruit, and suddenly, as if he had thought of something, he looked up and said.

"Speaking of mysterious places, when I was young, I saw a blurry immortal's ruins deep within the Longevity Barrier."

"The place where the traces remained was vast and ethereal, as if it did not belong to this world."

A glint flashed in the eyes of the Qilin Ancestor: "The Longevity Barrier? According to the records of my ancient Qilin clan, since the establishment of the surface world, countless predecessors have ascended to immortality. For Dao Ancestor Ye to be able to see traces of immortals within it, he must have had quite a bit of good fortune."

Xuanqing Sanren put down his teacup, his expression slightly serious.

"While the traces of the immortals are wondrous, they are far less important than the matter at hand."

"As far as I know, the Dao Alliance recently issued a secret order to launch a general attack on the Demon Clan's main base soon."

"Demon?"

Ye Yang raised an eyebrow slightly.

For the past few months, he has been busy helping the mortals relocate from the Purple Palace Star Region. (End of Chapter)