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

Just as Ye Yang finished speaking, a violent tremor suddenly came from outside the council hall, as if a giant beast was roaring underground. Even the beams and pillars inside the hall swayed slightly.

"This is?"

The palace lanterns swayed in front and behind, and the candlelight flickered, casting shifting light on and off the faces of the people present.

"what happened?"

Gu Xuan suddenly stood up, his eyes filled with shock.

Just as he was about to order his disciples to investigate, the sky outside the hall was suddenly shrouded in a thick aura of blood.

The crowd instinctively rushed out of the hall. Looking up, they saw that the once clear sky above the Flying Heaven Gate's base was now covered by endless blood energy.

The blood energy was like a churning sea of ​​blood, exuding a chilling aura.

Even more astonishingly, three crimson suns stretched across the sky, each radiating a scorching and domineering light that dyed the entire world a dark red.

As the spiritual energy between heaven and earth surged wildly, it rushed towards the center where the blood energy converged, forming torrents of spiritual energy visible to the naked eye.

"This strange phenomenon...is someone breaking through?"

An elder murmured to himself, his eyes filled with shock.

"But this blood energy is too concentrated! Ordinary cultivators would never have such a powerful breakthrough!"

Ye Yang stared at the bloody aura, his fingers moving rapidly, but his brows slowly relaxed.

After a moment, a look of understanding flashed in his eyes, and he spoke.

"It's Xue Yan; he's breaking through the bottleneck of the Heavenly Gang Realm."

"Blood inflammation?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Xuan and the others showed expressions of surprise and delight.

Xue Yan is one of the best among the younger generation of the Flying Heaven Sect. He is exceptionally talented and cultivates at an extremely fast pace. However, he has been stuck at the peak of the Golden Core True Person realm for several years and has never been able to break through to the Heavenly Gang realm.

The fact that such an astonishing phenomenon has now been triggered clearly indicates that he has gained considerable opportunities while following Ye Daozu in the Demon Ancestor's Tomb.

After all, the people present were all at least at the Heavenly Gang True Person level, and all had the experience of breaking through from Golden Core True Person to Heavenly Gang True Person.

Although this is also a major hurdle on the path of cultivation, I have never seen such a grand scene when I broke through back then.

Ye Yang continued.

“I had sensed that Xueyan had made some gains in the Demon Ancestor’s Tomb, but I never expected that he would be able to break through to the Heavenly Gang Realm through it.”

"Judging from this phenomenon, his breakthrough this time is not only solid, but his future achievements will probably far exceed our expectations."

Following Ye Yang's gaze, everyone saw a figure sitting cross-legged at the center of the gathered blood energy—it was Xue Yan.

At this moment, Blood Flame was surrounded by crimson spiritual light.

Each breath allows one to inhale a large amount of blood and spiritual energy.

Amidst this blood and spiritual energy, the aura within his body continued to rise, steadily progressing from the peak of the Golden Core True Person realm towards the Heavenly Gang realm.

Meanwhile, the three crimson suns in the sky were also surging, as if they were about to give birth to something.

Although it was just a crimson sun, it was subtly showing signs of changing into a Dharma form.

Gu Xuan looked at that figure, a hint of relief appearing between his brows, his tone tinged with emotion.

"Although the Flying Heaven Sect has produced many experts over the years, the younger generation has always lacked a true leader who can stand alone."

"With Xueyan's breakthrough to the Heavenly Gang Realm, given his current age, he may very well break through to the Daoist Realm in the future and become a pillar of our Flying Heaven Sect."

The elders beside them nodded in agreement.

"Yes, there are very few cultivators in the entire cultivation world who have reached the Daoist realm. If Xue Yan can grow to that level, the foundation of the Flying Heaven Sect will be greatly enhanced, and its position in the Dao Alliance will be more stable in the future."

Ye Yang stared at the direction where Xue Yan broke through, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

"Xue Yan has a resilient character. He went through life and death in the Demon Ancestor's Tomb and obtained the inheritance. It is only natural that he can break through the bottleneck."

"Although this child has some talent, he is too rigid and easily broken. A tree that stands out in the forest will surely be felled by the wind. He will probably attract a lot of attention. Immediately send people to guard the area to prevent anyone from taking the opportunity to disturb his breakthrough."

After hearing Ye Yang's instructions, these people all lowered their heads.

"What the Dao Ancestor said is absolutely right!"

Gu Xuan immediately gave the order.

"Pass on my order: have outer sect disciples deploy defenses within a hundred miles of the Blood Flame Breakthrough Site. No one is allowed to approach. If any suspicious individuals are found, apprehend them immediately!"

"Yes!"

After Gu Xuan gave the order, a disciple accepted the command and quickly left.

At this moment, the blood energy in the sky became increasingly dense, and the light of the three blood-red suns became increasingly intense. The aura within Xue Yan's body finally reached its peak.

next moment.

A deep roar erupted from his mouth, like a tiger descending a mountain, or a dragon awakening.
The crimson aura around him surged instantly, forming a massive crimson pillar of light that pierced the sky.

Within the pillar of light, countless crimson runes could be faintly seen flowing, those were the unique Dao patterns of cultivators at the Heavenly Gang Realm.

"It's done!"

Gu Xuan and the others showed excitement on their faces, their eyes filled with anticipation.

The crimson pillar of light lasted for about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn before gradually dissipating. Xue Yan slowly opened his eyes, a crimson glint flashing within them.

He stood up, feeling the surging power within him, and a smile of excitement spread across his face. He looked up towards the council hall, bowed to Ye Yang, Gu Xuan, and the others, and spoke in a loud voice.

"Thank you for the protection of the Dao Ancestor and the Sect Leader. Disciple Xueyan has successfully broken through to the Heavenly Gang Realm!"

Ye Yang nodded, his tone carrying a hint of approval.

"Very good. Breaking through to the Heavenly Gang Realm is just the beginning. You need to cultivate more diligently in the future and not waste this talent and opportunity."

"This disciple will remember the teachings of the Dao Ancestor!"

Xueyan responded respectfully.

Gu Xuan stepped forward, patted Xue Yan on the shoulder, and said with a smile.

"Your breakthrough has set a good precedent for the Flying Heaven Sect's plans in the Star Sea Demon Realm."

Xueyan was overjoyed and bowed again to express his gratitude.

Gu Xuan spoke.

"Your breakthrough to the Heavenly Gang Realm will be perfect for contributing to the Flying Heaven Sect's plans in the Star Sea Demon Realm. Once you have stabilized your realm, you will immediately go to Black Wind Gorge in the Star Sea Demon Realm to guard it."

"That is an important stronghold of our sect on the edge of the Demon Realm. It can monitor the movements of the Demon Realm and receive disciples entering and leaving the Demon Realm. It is a great responsibility. Do you understand?"
Upon hearing this, a resolute glint flashed in Xue Yan's eyes, and he immediately bowed in respect.

"Disciple understands! I will certainly live up to the expectations of the Sect Leader and the Dao Ancestor, guard Black Wind Gorge well, and never allow any accident to disturb the Flying Heaven Sect's plans!"

He knew that being entrusted with such an important task so soon after his breakthrough was both a sign of the sect's trust in him and an affirmation of his strength, which filled him with excitement. Gu Xuan nodded in satisfaction and then gave him further instructions.

“There are often rogue cultivators and low-level demonic cultivators around Black Wind Gorge. Although they are not a great threat, we still need to be careful.”

"You have just broken through, and your realm is not yet fully stable. Remember not to venture into the Demon Realm rashly. Just guard the stronghold, record the people coming and going and the unusual activities in the Demon Realm, and send back messages regularly."

"This disciple will remember the sect leader's teachings!"

Xue Yan agreed again, kept these instructions in mind, and then withdrew to consolidate his cultivation.

Ye Yang, however, kept his eyes fixed on the distant sky.

His expression, which had been somewhat relaxed due to the breakthrough in Blood Flame, was now tinged with gloom again.

Although the sky had cleared, in his eyes, a vast demonic aura seemed to linger.

Ye Yang immediately thought of the terrifying aura he had encountered in the Demon Ancestor's tomb.

A gigantic palm slammed down from afar, its shadow filling the entire world, leaving no room to dodge.

That figure loomed over his heart like a towering mountain, a feeling he could never shake off.

He slowly withdrew his gaze, looked at Gu Xuan, and spoke with a hint of solemnity.

"Gu Xuan, it's a good thing that Xue Yan went to Black Wind Gorge to guard it, but during this period, all forces of the Flying Heaven Sect in the Star Sea Demon Domain must keep a low profile and not be ostentatious."

Upon hearing this, Gu Xuan's smile gradually faded. He understood Ye Yang's concerns and quickly nodded.

"Is the Dao Ancestor worried that the Demon Ancestor's forces in the Demon Realm will discover our movements?"

"good."

Ye Yang said in a deep voice.

"We escaped by chance from the Demon Ancestor's tomb, but we also witnessed the true strength of the Demon Ancestor's Undying Mountain. Now, the Demon Clan seems to have the intention to launch a counterattack against the Star Sea Demon Realm. It is hard to guarantee that the Flying Heaven Gate will not attract the attention of certain forces in the Demon Realm."

"If the Flying Heaven Sect becomes too conspicuous in the Star Sea Demon Realm at this time, it may become a thorn in the side of the Demon Ancestor's forces, and then there will be big trouble."

He paused and continued.

"Pass down the order that all strongholds in the Star Sea Demon Realm must reduce their activities in the near future. Apart from necessary surveillance and support, they must not initiate conflicts with any forces, and they must not reveal our interest in the Demon Ancestor's Tomb."

"At the same time, instruct your disciples to be on high alert and keep a close watch on any unusual activity in the Demon Realm. If any trace of demonic cultivators is discovered, report it immediately and do not act rashly."

Gu Xuan felt a chill run down his spine and replied.

"Dao Ancestor's considerations are thorough. This disciple will make arrangements immediately to ensure that the Flying Heaven Sect's influence in the Star Sea Demon Realm is completely contained, and that the Demon Ancestor's forces are given no opportunity to exploit the situation."

He knew that Ye Yang's worries were not unfounded. The cultivation world was fraught with danger, and a slight misstep could bring annihilation to a sect.

Ye Yang nodded slightly, his gaze once again fixed on the distant sky, his eyes filled with deep thought.

Blood Flame's breakthrough gave Flying Heaven Sect a bit more power, but it was only a drop in the ocean.

Faced with the powerful forces of the Demon Ancestor, the Flying Heaven Sect needs more time to accumulate strength, and the most important thing right now is to make full preparations before the crisis breaks out.

Just as the two were discussing, a pale blue light suddenly appeared outside the council hall in the distance.

Before the figure landed, the voice had already drifted over.

"May Daozu Ye be well."

The light and shadow, like flowing clouds, drew a soft arc in the air, transforming into a slender figure upon landing.

It was Qingyun Sanren.

As soon as Qingyun Sanren stood firm, he bowed to Ye Yang with his hands clasped, his voice exceptionally clear and melodious.

He was surrounded by a faint blue spiritual light, and his aura was much stronger than when he was in the Demon Ancestor's Tomb, which clearly indicated that he had obtained a great opportunity in the tomb.

A hint of surprise flashed in Ye Yang's eyes, then he nodded in response.

"Fellow Daoist Qingyun is indeed swift. It seems that you have gained a lot from this trip to the Demon Ancestor's Tomb."

Gu Xuan also stepped forward to pay his respects. Qingyun Sanren chuckled softly, his fingertips brushing against the cuff of his Taoist robe, his tone tinged with a touch of melancholy.

"It was just luck. If it weren't for Daozu Ye's repeated rescues in the tomb, I probably wouldn't even have been able to save my life, let alone gain anything."

"Moreover, this time, Dao Ancestor Ye upgraded that weapon to a high-grade Dao artifact, which shocked the world. Now, both Dao Ancestor Ye's swords and sabers are high-grade Dao artifacts, and cultivators of the same level are no match for him."

After he finished speaking, his tone changed, and his expression gradually became serious.

"I am not here to show off my cultivation, but to discuss an important matter concerning the Star Sea Demon Realm and even the entire cultivation world with Dao Ancestor Ye and Sect Leader Gu Xuan."

Seeing his serious expression, Ye Yang stepped aside to signal him.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need for such formalities. Please follow me into the hall for a detailed discussion."

The three moved to the council hall, where the candles had been relit.

After the servants served tea and left, Qingyun Sanren put down his teacup and slowly began to speak.

"Does Daozu Ye still remember that enormous hand that swept across the sky from the depths of the Demon Ancestor's tomb?" Ye Yang nodded.

"The owner of that giant hand was unimaginably powerful. If we hadn't been so far away, we would have been dead long ago. How could we forget it?"

"When I was leaving, I secretly left a spiritual imprint using a sect secret technique. Later, a 'distribution map of demonic sources' was generated."

"A map showing the distribution of the Demonic Source?"

Ye Yang was taken aback.

"Fellow Daoist's secret technique can actually track Dao Ancestors above the Thunder Tribulation Realm?"

Seeing Ye Yang's surprised expression, Qingyun Sanren smiled and explained.

"Master Ye is overthinking it. How could I possibly have the ability to directly track a Dao Ancestor at the Thunder Tribulation Realm? That secret technique is called 'Spirit Tracing Seal,' which can only attach itself to the Dao Ancestor's dissipating demonic energy and follow the trajectory of the demonic energy to capture clues, rather than directly tracking the Dao Ancestor's physical body."

He gathered a wisp of cyan spiritual energy at his fingertips, drawing a subtle airflow trajectory in the air.

"When that giant hand struck, the scattered demonic energy flooded the tomb like a tide. I took the opportunity to attach the 'Spirit Tracing Seal' to a wisp of demonic energy."

"This demonic energy eventually drifted to a stone platform deep within the tomb. It was from this stone platform that I deciphered the information about the distribution map of the demonic source."

Ye Yang then understood and nodded, signaling him to continue.

Qingyun Sanren withdrew his spiritual energy, his expression turning solemn once more.

“The stone platform was covered with ancient demonic runes. After the ‘Spirit Tracing Seal’ resonated with the demonic runes, it transmitted the image of the distribution map into my sea of ​​consciousness.”

"The map marks seven demonic energy nodes in the Star Sea Demon Realm. Each of them is connected to the demonic energy veins deep underground, which are the core of where demonic cultivators draw power."

"What's even more terrifying is that there's a piece of information hidden within the magic runes."

"Oh? I wonder what information could possibly warrant such caution from Dao Ancestor Qingyun?" (End of Chapter)