In Zhu Xian, people start to rise from plundering entries

Su Han felt a warmth in his heart and quickly declined, saying, "Uncle-Master, this jade pendant is your treasure, I can't accept it. You are still healing and need it more now."

Fairy Moonlight gently placed the jade pendant into Su Han's hand and said with a smile, "Silly child, I now have the Dao Heart Restoration Pill to nourish me, so I don't need it anymore. Moreover, your Chaotic Dao Body has just been cultivated, and you need such a treasure to assist your cultivation even more. Taking it and improving your strength as soon as possible is the best way to repay me."

Seeing the determined look in Fairy Moon's eyes, Su Han knew that there was no point in refusing any longer, so he accepted the jade pendant and said solemnly, "Uncle-Master, thank you. I will definitely make good use of this jade pendant, work hard to cultivate, and improve my strength as soon as possible. I will never let you down."

Fairy Moonlight nodded in satisfaction: "Yes, I believe you. Alright, you've had a long day, go back and rest. You'll need to continue your cultivation tomorrow."

"Okay." Su Han nodded, carefully put the green lotus jade pendant away from his body, and turned to return to his room.

Back in his room, Su Han didn't rest immediately. Instead, he took out the Azure Lotus Jade Pendant and held it in his hand. The pendant emitted a rich azure lotus power, which slowly merged into his body, fusing with his chaotic spiritual power and nourishing his chaotic Dao body. He closed his eyes, circulated his chaotic cultivation technique, and began to use the power of the Azure Lotus Jade Pendant to solidify his Dao foundation and enhance his strength.

With the aid of the Azure Lotus Jade Pendant, Su Han's cultivation speed indeed increased significantly. His chaotic spiritual energy became more condensed, his chaotic Dao body became more stable, and the illusions in his mind and the lingering aura of the demonic seed were suppressed and weakened. He could feel his strength steadily improving, and he was getting closer and closer to breaking through to the next realm.

Time passed day by day, and before you knew it, a month had gone by.

During this month, Su Han practiced the Chaos Sword Technique every day on the Supreme Peak. Under the guidance of the Supreme Elder and with the assistance of the Azure Lotus Jade Pendant, his progress was rapid. He not only mastered the nine moves of the Chaos Sword Technique but also perfectly integrated the sword technique with his Chaos Dao Body and Chaos Spiritual Power, enabling him to unleash most of the technique's power. At the same time, his strength broke through to the late Nascent Soul stage, only one step away from the Deity Transformation stage.

During this time, Fairy Moonflower fully recovered her strength, and her Dao heart became even more resolute, even stronger than before. She cultivated daily on Moonflower Peak, while also secretly monitoring the situation of the Azure Cloud Sect and assisting True Person Xuan Yang in handling sect affairs.

Outside the Qingyun Sect, the gathering demonic energy grew stronger, and members of the Black Demon Palace began to frequently operate around the sect, launching small-scale attacks to test the sect's defenses. Fortunately, the Qingyun Sect was prepared and strengthened its defenses, deploying a large number of disciples and elders on patrols, which allowed them to repel the Black Demon Palace's attacks time and again, preventing significant losses.

On this day, Su Han was cultivating the Chaos Sword Technique on the Supreme Peak when suddenly, a powerful demonic aura came from the foot of Qingyun Sect Mountain. Immediately afterwards, a shrill scream resounded through the sky and spread throughout the entire Qingyun Sect.

Su Han's heart skipped a beat. He immediately stopped cultivating and flew down the mountain. The Supreme Elder also noticed the abnormality and followed closely behind, flying down the mountain as well.

When they arrived at the foot of the mountain, they saw several disciples of the Qingyun Sect lying on the ground, covered in blood and lifeless. Not far away, several cultivators dressed in black cloaks were attacking the other disciples, wielding black longswords. They exuded a strong demonic aura, their eyes were cold, and their attacks were ruthless; they were clearly members of the Black Demon Palace.

"You audacious demonic cultivator, daring to run wild in the Qingyun Sect! You're courting death!" A murderous glint flashed in Su Han's eyes. His figure blurred, and the Chaos Sword in his hand instantly unsheathed, infusing it with chaotic spiritual power. The sword radiated a dazzling light as he swung it towards the Black Demon Palace cultivators. The Black Demon Palace cultivators sensed Su Han's attack, a flicker of surprise in their eyes. They hurriedly turned to defend themselves. However, their strength was at most only at the mid-Nascent Soul stage, no match for Su Han. With a few sharp cracks and screams, the Black Demon Palace cultivators were instantly slain by Su Han's Chaos Sword. Their corpses fell to the ground, transforming into wisps of demonic energy that dissipated into the air.

"Su Han, are you alright?" The Supreme Elder arrived and looked at the disciple's corpse on the ground, his eyes filled with rage.

"This disciple is fine." Su Han shook his head, his eyes full of solemnity. "Elder, the people from the Black Demon Palace actually dared to directly ambush the disciples of the Azure Cloud Sect. It seems they can't wait any longer."

"Hmm." The Supreme Elder said in a deep voice, "These people are just the vanguard of the Black Demon Palace, used to test our strength and vigilance. It seems that the Black Demon Celestial Venerable will soon personally take action and lead the Black Demon Palace's army to invade the Azure Cloud Sect."

Just then, Master Xuan Yang and several elders arrived. Upon seeing the disciples' corpses on the ground, each of them was filled with anger and solemnity.

"Elder, Su Han, what exactly happened?" Xuan Yang Zhenren asked hurriedly.

The Supreme Elder briefly recounted the events, then said in a deep voice, "Xuan Yang, it seems we cannot wait any longer. Immediately summon all disciples and elders of the Qingyun Sect and prepare for battle. At the same time, contact experts from other sects in the human realm as soon as possible and ask them to come and provide support. The Black Demon Heavenly Venerable is terrifyingly powerful, with countless experts under his command. I'm afraid our Qingyun Sect alone will find it difficult to withstand him."

"Yes, Supreme Elder!" Master Xuan Yang nodded hurriedly and immediately turned around to gather his disciples and elders.

Looking at the corpses of his disciples on the ground, Su Han was filled with anger and self-reproach. These disciples had been killed by the Black Demon Palace because of him. He secretly vowed to avenge them, to completely repel the Black Demon Palace's invasion, and to prevent more people from being harmed.

"Su Han, don't blame yourself too much." The Supreme Elder patted Su Han's shoulder and said slowly, "This is not your fault. It is because the Black Demon Heavenly Venerable was too greedy and coveted your Chaos Dao Body that he launched the invasion. Now, the most important thing is to prepare for battle, repel the Black Demon Palace's army, protect the Qingyun Sect, and protect the human world."

"Disciple understands." Su Han nodded, the self-reproach in his eyes gradually replaced by determination. He gripped the Chaos Sword tightly, and the chaotic spiritual power within his body slowly circulated, preparing for battle.

Soon, all the disciples and elders of the Qingyun Sect gathered in the square in front of the mountain gate. Each face was filled with solemnity and anger, weapons gripped in their hands, their eyes resolute, ready for battle at any moment.

Master Xuan Yang stood in the center of the plaza, looking at the crowd, and said in a deep voice, "Disciples, elders, just now, the people of the Black Demon Palace ambushed our disciples and killed our fellow disciples. The Black Demon Heavenly Venerable covets the Chaos Dao Body and wants to invade the mortal realm to destroy our Qingyun Sect. Now, the crisis is imminent. I hope everyone can unite as one, fight side by side, repel the invasion of the Black Demon Palace, protect our sect, and protect our home!" (End of this chapter)