From martial arts sects to immortality sects

Chapter 108 The Chaotic World

The five-tier ranking system was quickly communicated to all the true disciples, which greatly inspired them.

The Qingxiao Sect's current disciples have formed a distinct circle, and each disciple is full of confidence, believing themselves to be geniuses who might just surpass others.

The diligent cultivation of the true disciples also inspired the inner disciples, outer disciples, and registered disciples, which led to a decrease in the number of disciples going down the mountain for training.

The establishment of the Martial Arts Arena made more and more disciples realize that the martial arts world was not as powerful as they thought, and that the martial arts of Qingxiao Sect were the best in the martial arts world, with Sword God Shen Yue being the best proof.

Because of the existence of menial disciples, even if the disciples spend more time cultivating, it will not affect the operation of the sect. On the contrary, it allows more menial disciples to earn money and strive for opportunities to learn martial arts.

Li Qingqiu wasn't so cold-hearted; he wouldn't let his handymen work for nothing. He had Zhang Yuchun assign them tasks that they were required to complete. After completing these tasks, if the handymen were willing, they could do more to accumulate contributions for themselves.

At Qingxiao Sect, everyone has hope, so everyone is full of fighting spirit.

Zhang Yuchun borrowed disciples from the Sword Sect and began traveling around the Taikun Mountain Range, spreading the word about the Qingxiao Sect and telling the people that if they encountered any trouble in the future, they could turn to the Qingxiao Sect.

This is Li Qingqiu's strategy: first, do things for the people and make contributions, and then consider getting the people to provide benefits for Qingxiao Sect.

During this process, Qingxiao Sect also wiped out two groups of mountain bandits, and its reputation for chivalry spread once again.

August.

King Zhao Qi of Weizhou ascended to a high place and raised an army to punish evil, clear the name of Crown Prince Zhao Lan, avenge him, strive for a peaceful and prosperous world for the people, and uphold justice for the countless people who have lost their children.

In the same month, the Li and Cai families of Linchuan joined the ranks of King Zhao Qi of Wei. By the end of the month, the Pei, Wang, and Lu families of Zhenyang, along with their retainers, seized control of the imperial city.

In early September, the emperor regained control of Zhenyang Imperial City and publicly executed officials from the Pei, Wang, and Lu families, along with their families, causing rivers of blood to flow in the imperial city.

The signs of chaos intensified.

On this sweltering summer day, Li Sifeng, who had reached the fifth level of the Nourishing Essence Realm, sought out Li Qingqiu.

"Senior Brother, I'm going down the mountain to seek revenge on the Pei family. I've already reached the fifth level of the cultivation realm and have mastered the Overlord Sword. I'll make the Pei family pay for their blood debts!"

Zhang Yuchun was discussing sect matters with Li Qingqiu when he heard this and couldn't help but ask, "Should we postpone it for a while? The Pei family is also resisting the imperial power and is known as the loyal and brave family by the world. Would it be inappropriate to retaliate against the Pei family now?"

Li Sifeng frowned and said, "What? They're using the pretext of an uprising now, so we can't take revenge? What about our dead disciples? Are we just going to let this grudge go?"

Zhang Yuchun advised, "It's not that we won't retaliate, but we have to choose the right time. Right now, the Pei family has no intention of taking revenge on us."

Li Sifeng was unconvinced and looked at Li Qingqiu.

Li Qingqiu looked at the list of disciples in his hand and said, "Yuchun, select seven true disciples who have not yet been trained to go with him. They must be at the third level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm."

Zhang Yuchun's eyes widened. He opened his mouth, but finally uttered a single word: "Okay."

Li Sifeng glanced triumphantly at Zhang Yuchun, then assured Li Qingqiu, "This time, I will absolutely not act recklessly, nor will I let any of those disciples suffer any harm. I will return as soon as I have avenged myself."

"Okay, go and prepare. We'll set off tomorrow."

"it is good."

Li Sifeng left excitedly.

Zhang Yuchun looked at Li Qingqiu and asked worriedly, "Senior brother, is now really the right time?"

Li Qingqiu replied, "Whenever Qingxiao Sect deems it appropriate, that is the appropriate time. Don't worry, even if one member of the Pei family is gone, the overall situation of the world will not change."

"Really?" Zhang Yuchun asked, somewhat uneasy.

"Heroes emerge in chaotic times. So-called heroes need prestige. Other aristocratic families are busy creating heroes, and they won't let the Pei family, which has already been destroyed, occupy the attention of the world."

Li Qingqiu's words made Zhang Yuchun realize the truth of the matter.

He then asked, "Will the Imperial Guards be eyeing Sixth Brother's Emperor Xuan Sword? According to Third Brother, the Imperial Guards are full of experts."

"Perhaps yes, perhaps no. There will always be changes when you go down the mountain. Alright, you should think about the affairs of the sect. Sifeng has grown up. Trust him."

Li Qingqiu's reply made Zhang Yuchun mutter to himself.

Can you really trust Li Sifeng, given his personality?
Little did Li Qingqiu know that he trusted not Li Sifeng, but the sword spirit within the Emperor Xuan Sword.

Zhang Yuchun suddenly realized that he had fallen into his old habit again. He couldn't always take on all the affairs of Qingxiao Sect and worry about things that hadn't happened yet.

"Make a note of these disciples and pay close attention to them."

Li Qingqiu's words made Zhang Yuchun's expression turn serious, and he quickly picked up a pen and paper to write them down.

Zhang Yuchun had no doubt about his senior brother's judgment. Of course, he felt that it wasn't that his senior brother had the ability to recognize people, but rather that his senior brother had opened his heavenly eye.

After all, it's understandable that the eldest brother could receive a dream from an immortal and then receive guidance from an immortal.

……

It's early autumn.

In the mountains, Chu Jing led five disciples toward Qingxiao Mountain. As disciples of the Yuling Hall, they were ordered by Zhang Yuchun to go to a village to spread the word about the Qingxiao Sect.

"Senior Brother Chu Jing, what is your opinion on the affairs of the world? Can the King of Wei win?"

An ordinary-looking boy quickly approached Chu Jing and asked curiously.

His name was Zhang Ping. He gained the favor of Zhang Yuchun and became a disciple of the Imperial Spirit Hall. Besides Zhang Yuchun and the sect leader, he admired Chu Jing the most. Chu Jing was a scholar with a deep understanding of world affairs and was kind to others. Only when he was with Chu Jing did Zhang Ping feel at ease.

Chu Jing replied, "We can't win."

He stared ahead, his thoughts wandering, lost in thought.

"With so many people supporting him, how could he not win? Even the villagers are praising King Wei as the one everyone wants him to win." Zhang Ping asked, puzzled.

“Neither the emperor nor the powerful families who support him will let him win; he is merely a pawn in the chaos of the times,” Chu Jing said casually.

Zhang Ping fell into thought, feeling that the world was so complicated.

Before he joined the Qingxiao Sect, he wanted to make a name for himself and give his family a good life. After arriving at the Qingxiao Sect, he met many disciples. These disciples came from different backgrounds. Some were like him, from the countryside, some were sons of merchants, and some came from families of officials.

Every day at Qingxiao Sect broadened his horizons, and through his fellow disciples' stories of the martial world and the world at large, he gained a deeper understanding of human nature.

Chu Jing snapped out of his reverie. Seeing Zhang Ping's silence, he couldn't help but laugh and say, "Don't overthink it. The struggle for imperial power among aristocratic families is inherently dangerous. It won't affect you. Just treat it as a story."

Zhang Ping was too naive, and he didn't want to shatter Zhang Ping's innocence.

Having witnessed the intrigue and fratricide in the imperial court, he felt exceptionally calm when interacting with the young disciples of Qingxiao Sect. Therefore, he now approached the situation with a sense of enjoyment and did not harbor any excessive scheming against Qingxiao Sect.

Of course, Qingxiao Sect has always been a weapon in his plan, but it's just not the right time to use it yet.

"Senior Brother Chu Jing, what are your goals for the future?" Zhang Ping asked again as he walked alongside Chu Jing, looking up at him.

Chu Jing laughed and said, "Of course, I want to pass the imperial examinations and see if I can do something for the people. What about you?"

Zhang Ping replied, "I came to Qingxiao Sect only to learn a martial art so I can find a job that pays well in the future. Now I want to become a true disciple, because a true disciple's monthly salary is more than that of an official. I just don't know when I will be able to become a true disciple..."

He started rambling on and on about his family.

Chu Jing listened attentively, feeling that it was highly unlikely that Zhang Ping would become a true disciple.

The true disciples of Qingxiao Sect will continue to raise the bar, and with Zhang Ping's current talent, it will be difficult for him to keep up with the pace of these increases.

Just then, Chu Jing stopped in his tracks. Zhang Ping followed his gaze and saw a mysterious man wearing a bamboo hat standing on the hill in front of him, holding a scabbard and dressed like a wandering swordsman.

Seeing this, Zhang Ping silently took a step back.

Upon seeing this, the four disciples of the Imperial Spirit Hall behind them quickened their pace and came forward.

……

On a grassy field in the mountains, Li Yang held a silver spear, looking at Li Qingqiu with expectant eyes, while Zhao Zhen stood beside him.

Today, Yuan Qi found him and said that the sect leader wanted to guide him in his cultivation, which made him extremely happy.

Li Yang had just broken through to the fourth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm and had also mastered the Heavenly Thunder Step. He was very much looking forward to being taught by Li Qingqiu.

Li Qingqiu turned his back to them and gazed into the distance, saying, "Let's do it here. Zhen'er, teach him the Divine Dragon Transformation and let me see your teaching abilities."

"it is good!"

Zhao Zhen responded and then walked up to Li Yang.

Li Yang was stunned and couldn't help but ask, "Let him teach me?"

Zhao Zhen glared at him and said, "Don't underestimate me. I will soon reach the fifth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm. This Divine Dragon Transformation has been greatly improved by me. If you can master it, it will be enough for you to roam the martial world!"

Li Yang did not know that Zhao Zhen was the Crown Prince's son, but he was familiar with Zhao Zhen's name. This boy was hailed as a genius even stronger than Xu Ning.

Upon hearing that Zhao Zhen was about to reach the fifth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm, Li Yang's eyes widened in surprise.

Such extraordinary talent at the age of eight?

He put aside his arrogance and asked, "Then can you demonstrate this Divine Dragon Transformation to me?"

The Divine Dragon Transformation sounds quite mystical.

Zhao Zhen nodded and immediately began to circulate his internal energy. As his vital energy circulated, a surge of energy rose from beneath his feet, stirring up bits of grass and causing Li Yang's robes to flutter.

Li Yang narrowed his eyes; he could already sense that this move was far from simple.

Zhao Zhen leaped into the air, his energy swirling around him and coalescing into a golden dragon that clung to his body.

This was a golden dragon five zhang long, majestic and powerful, gleaming with golden light, leaving Li Yang speechless.

This is... martial arts?
Zhao Zhen was very satisfied with his expression, smiled smugly, and then manipulated the golden dragon to move forward.

The golden dragon, like golden lightning, twisted and moved swiftly across the grass, causing the grass to explode wherever it passed and its roar to resound continuously. It circled Li Yang once, kicking up a cloud of dust.

Li Yang looked around, and then suddenly the dust in front of him was broken, and a golden dragon leaped out and attacked him. The dragon's claws were bigger than his head and were less than 30 centimeters away from him, blowing his long hair back.

The sudden scene startled Li Yang so much that he almost condensed his dragon soul.

He saw Zhao Zhen inside the golden dragon's body, who looked like an immortal, and his eyes immediately turned fiery.

That move was so powerful!
He wants to learn!
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