I'm not a psychopath!

As Jiang Qing successfully survived the thrilling heavenly calamity, the turmoil in the sky gradually subsided, as if even the heaven and earth were celebrating for this newly emerged strong man.

Just as everyone was still immersed in the afterglow of Jiang Qing's amazing transformation, in the sky on the other side, Qin Xiaosui's heavenly tribulation slowly drew down its curtain.

Qin Xiaosui, also a peerless genius of Ziyun Sect, also displayed extraordinary willpower and strength when facing his own heavenly tribulation.

When she was not robbing, she also successfully transformed the heavenly tribulation into nourishment, and her cultivation reached a higher level.

The successive endings of the two natural disasters seemed to indicate that a new era was quietly opening.

After the catastrophe, a subtle change filled the air, as if the continuous battles and challenges had finally brought about the return of a certain balance.

The battle of destiny ended. After a brief confrontation, the demons seemed to realize the powerful strength of the human race at the moment, and they retreated one after another, disappearing among the vast mountains and forests, leaving behind a temporary tranquility.

As the crisis was resolved, everyone felt relieved.

They gathered together to share their experiences and insights, and everyone's face was filled with gratitude for surviving the disaster and longing for the future.

Under the leadership of two newly emerged strong men, Jiang Qing and Qin Xiaosui, everyone decided to embark on the journey home, returning to the prosperous and solemn imperial city.

For this significant return journey, they boarded the flying boat that had been prepared long ago.

As the flying boat slowly rose into the air, everyone looked down and saw the vast land and magnificent mountains and rivers, which made them feel heroic.

The flying boat is like a palace floating above the clouds. It is exquisitely constructed and inlaid with luminous pearls all over. It emits a soft and mysterious light, as if it can dispel the shadows around it.

The hull is made of thousand-year-old red sandalwood and covered with light mica flakes, making the entire flying boat almost silent when traveling through the air, leaving only a faint trail of clouds.

The cabin is elegantly decorated, with silk curtains swaying gently and a round table with intricate totems carved on it placed in the center.

Around the round table, the breeze was blowing, and the atmosphere was relaxed and harmonious as a few people chatted.

Bailiye waved his folding fan and said with a smile: "When I return this time, I will treat everyone to the best wine in the Imperial City wine cellar to celebrate our success and drink to our heart's content."

Luo Shui leaned against the side of the boat, looking at the distant sky, and said leisurely: "I only hope that this peace can last longer, so that the people can rest and recuperate."

Just as everyone was chatting and laughing, a solemn sound of footsteps came closer and the figure of the National Master appeared on the deck of the flying boat. His robe embroidered with the Bagua pattern fluttered gently in the breeze.

The Imperial Master's eyes swept through everyone present, and finally stopped at Jiang Qing and Qin Xiaosui, with a tone of authority that could not be ignored:
"Although we won the battle of destiny, the threat of the demons has not been eradicated. They are defeated but not in chaos, and will definitely come back again.

A bigger battle is about to take place between the human and demon races."

Jiang Qing heard this with a solemn expression, and clasped his hands in salute: "What the Imperial Master said is absolutely right, we dare not slack off.

May I ask the Imperial Master, what are the specific arrangements next?"

The state teacher nodded slightly, his eyes deep: "All major sects need to prepare for war and be ready to fight against the monster tribe's counterattack at any time.

You guys go back to Ziyun Sect first, and when the time is right, new tasks will be assigned. Jiang Qing, Qin Xiaosui, and everyone in Ziyun Sect, the safety of the human race, now more than ever, rests on your shoulders. "

Yaoguang frowned slightly when she heard this, and said in a cold but firm voice: "We will live up to our mission and swear to protect the peace of the human world."

Luo Hua had a determined look on his face, clenching his fists tightly: "If the demons dare to attack us, we will make sure they never return!"

The Imperial Master nodded with satisfaction, turned around and was about to leave, leaving behind a sentence: "Okay, return to the clan quickly and recuperate. The road ahead will be long and difficult.

You must be prepared.”

As the Imperial Master left, silence fell on the flying boat, with different thoughts surging in everyone's mind.

The blood-red sunset in the sky heralds the end of one era and the difficult beginning of another.

……

The flying boat slowly turned around, like a dragon flying between the blue sky and the rolling sea of ​​clouds, and began to speed towards the direction of Ziyun Sect.

Along the way, the mountains are dark green, one after another, and the morning light is tinged with a faint golden glow.

The mountains are shrouded in clouds and mist, and the streams are gurgling, hanging down from the cliffs like silver chains and merging into the blue lake below, stirring up circles of delicate ripples.

The exotic flowers and plants along the way emit bursts of subtle fragrance, which is carried into the boat by the wind, making people intoxicated.

As the flying boat went deeper, the sea of ​​clouds gradually became thicker and as turbulent as the vast ocean. The sunlight shone through the gaps in the clouds, forming brilliant beams of light.

In this dreamlike scene, the gate of Ziyun Sect gradually appeared and disappeared in the sea of ​​clouds, as if the palace of heaven had descended to the earth.

It was a pair of huge stone doors, with complex talismans and auspicious beast patterns carved on them. Steam was rising from under the doors, as if the entire sect was built above the clouds, exuding an extraordinary aura.

Jiang Qing stood at the front of the flying boat, staring at the Ziyun Sect that was getting closer and closer. His expression contained both anticipation and a hint of subtle confusion.

Bits and pieces of memory emerged one by one along with the scenery before his eyes. He had never expected that the time he had been away from the sect would be so long.

The flying boat gradually lowered its altitude and landed smoothly on the vast square in front of Ziyun Sect. At that moment, Jiang Qing's heartbeat accelerated.

At this moment, he saw his senior brother Li Changsheng from afar. He was still wearing a green shirt, standing with his hands behind his back outside the Changsheng Palace. It seemed that time had left no trace on him.

Li Changsheng had a warm smile in his eyes as he quietly waited for his fellow apprentice to return.

At this moment, the emotions surging in Jiang Qing's heart were hard to describe, a sense of belonging and the joy of reunion after a long separation intertwined.

Ever since his grandfather passed away, Ziyun Sect has become his hope and his home in this world of cultivating immortals.

The flying boat touched the ground lightly, the hatch opened slowly, Jiang Qing jumped vigorously, landed steadily, and his feet stepped on the familiar land again.

Li Changsheng walked forward slowly, each step seemed steady and powerful, his eyes full of concern and joy.

"Junior brother, I haven't seen you for a long time. Are you doing well?" His voice was gentle, but it couldn't hide the majesty of being the eldest brother.

Jiang Qing took a few steps forward and bowed deeply, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Big Brother, thank you for your concern. I'm fine."

Then, he replied with a hint of pride: "After these years of training outside, I have already broken through to the middle stage of the Nascent Soul. My strength should have improved compared to when we parted."

Upon hearing this, Li Changsheng nodded with satisfaction, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes, "Middle stage of Nascent Soul, not bad, you really did not disappoint us.

But the road of cultivation is long, so you must not be complacent. " After he finished speaking, he gently patted Jiang Qing on the shoulder, motioning him to follow.

The two walked side by side towards the Changsheng Hall, and Li Changsheng said as they walked: "The sect has been undergoing many changes over the years, and you came back at the right time.

After paying respects to the ancestors, I will briefly inform you of the changes over the years so that you can integrate as quickly as possible."

Entering the Changsheng Hall, the lobby is simple and solemn, with the tablets of ancestors from past generations enshrined in the center, and the incense is lingering, exuding a solemn atmosphere in the silence.
Under the guidance of Li Changsheng, Qing walked reverently to the ancestor's tablet and bowed deeply three times.

After the ceremony, Li Changsheng led Jiang Qing through the corridor, chatting about the sect's affairs in recent years as they walked. Jiang Qing listened attentively, nodding from time to time.

“The changes in the Purple Cloud Sect are indeed unexpected. The rise of the Ninth Peak is not only due to the leap in strength, but also due to the wise leadership of your master Qingsu.

Although she disliked political intrigue, she resolutely took on the heavy responsibility for the future of the sect. As for those old grudges, they were settled in order to make the sect more united and look forward. "

"So that's how it is. But how did the lineage of the great elder be destroyed?" Jiang Qing asked curiously.

"The demise of the Great Elder's lineage was actually a battle from darkness to light, full of dramatic twists and turns." Li Changsheng chuckled, "Let me tell you in detail."

“Initially, the Great Elder’s lineage relied on the power accumulated over the years to gain entrenched influence within the sect and seemed difficult to shake.

However, with the quiet rise of the Ninth Peak, this balance began to tilt.

This is also why they are targeting you.

The turning point came with an unexpected discovery.

It turned out that someone in the Great Elder's lineage had secretly colluded with foreign enemies in an attempt to disintegrate the Ziyun Sect from within in order to seek personal gain.

Including the assassination attempt on you by hiring a killer, it was done by the same group of people.

This astonishing secret was accidentally discovered by a young disciple, who was also oppressed by the Great Elder's lineage in the past. He simply turned to the light and sought Qingsu's protection.

This disciple risked his life and presented the evidence to the sect's top leaders.

After the news spread, the entire Ziyun Sect was shocked.

Your Master Qingsu did not choose direct armed confrontation. Instead, you used this opportunity to join forces with several other peaks to conduct a thorough investigation into the illegal activities of the Great Elder's lineage, exposing more unknown corruption and conspiracy.

Faced with irrefutable evidence, the Great Elder's former supporters defected one after another, and the once solid power network quickly collapsed.

Finally, after a battle without the smoke of gunpowder, the Great Elder and his cronies were formally judged.

Those who committed serious crimes received the appropriate punishment, while those ordinary disciples who were misled or forced to participate were given the opportunity to reform themselves. "

Speaking of this, Li Changsheng was also full of sighs. He thought that the Great Elder and the Sect Master had great concern for each other after all, but he did not expect that the Sect Master directly acquiesced to Qingsu's actions.

"This reform not only cleaned up the cancer within the sect, but also boosted the morale of the Purple Cloud Sect. As a result, the Ninth Peak became famous and became the undisputed largest peak in the sect."

"Your Master Qingsu has now become the acting sect master. He has cleared out all the elders who attacked you back then, and is now busy handling matters of all sizes every day.

I got some free time.”

Jiang Qing nodded. No wonder Master Qingsu didn’t come to see him. So this is the case.

He thought that his master was being arrogant again and was hiding somewhere secretly watching him.

But this is not what he said: "So that's how it is, Master is always like this, silently bearing everything, but not wanting us to see her hard work.

When I come back this time, I must help Master share some of the burden, even if it is just dealing with some daily chores."

"Well, Master will be very happy that you think this way." Li Changsheng nodded approvingly, "But don't rush into it. After all, you have just finished your training, and the situation in the sect is complicated. Wait until you understand the current situation clearly before making any plans."

Jiang Qing agreed with a smile, already having a plan in mind.

……

Qingsu exudes an otherworldly aura, as if it is the first snow untainted by dust, elegant and mysterious.

Her hair was like a waterfall, without any decoration, falling naturally to her waist, occasionally swaying gently in the wind, like the Milky Way pouring down, shining with a faint silver light.

The eyebrows are long and thin, and the eyes are usually deep and calm, as if they can see through all the vanity in the world.

But beneath that cold appearance, there is an imperceptible softness and warmth hidden.

At this moment, she was hiding in the distance, secretly watching Jiang Qing who was talking with Li Changsheng.

This is her precious disciple, how could she not come to take a look? But she is the master, and also the agent of the sect leader, so she still has to maintain her dignity.

Just at this moment, the two people were walking towards this direction. Qingsu frowned, pinched his hands together and made a spell, and immediately turned into the shape of a pine tree.

No flaws.

"Oh, big brother." Jiang Qing said apologetically, "The wooden sword you gave me before... it's broken."

The wood used for the wooden sword was planted by the eldest senior brother Li Changsheng's master when he initiated him into the sect. It was originally intended to be a substitute for the master to accompany the eldest senior brother.

Unexpectedly, the eldest senior brother chopped it off with a palm, cut it into a wooden sword and gave it to himself.

I feel guilty for not preserving it well now.

Li Changsheng shook his head and said, "It's okay. Your realm is getting higher and higher. A mere wooden sword will naturally not be able to withstand it."

"But……"

Jiang Qing wanted to say something else.

Seeing his junior fellow apprentice like this, Li Changsheng naturally knew what he meant, "How about this, I will carve you another wooden sword, so that if you go down the mountain in the future, you can accompany you on my behalf.

Please keep it well this time."

Li Changsheng walked to the two pine trees and was about to swing his palm and cut them down, but suddenly he frowned and stopped abruptly, as if he sensed something, and looked at the pine tree with a strange expression.

"cough."

"Let's change it, that tree is not good enough." Li Changsheng patted the tree in front of him, "Well, this one is good, let's choose it."

"Brother." Jiang Qing called him. "I want this one. This pine tree feels very familiar to me. Maybe it's destined for me."

As Jiang Qing spoke, he stretched out his hand and gently stroked the waist of the tree. Somehow, the bark and trunk that looked rough and cracked did not feel painful at all to the touch.

"Hehehe..."

Li Changsheng didn't know what happened, and grabbed Jiang Qing's hand like lightning.

I thought to myself, this is your master Qingsu!
This, can this be cut?

You even touched your master's waist! She will find an excuse to kill you later! ?
He didn't know why Qingsu turned into a tree and stood here stealthily. She used to be very serious and reliable.

"Don't look at it anymore, just take the one in front of me. I'll reserve it for you!"

"Ok."

Seeing that the eldest brother was so determined, Jiang Qing didn't say much, but he did feel that this pine tree gave him a different feeling. "This pine tree must be destined for me, I have to find a chance to chop it down."

(End of this chapter)