From martial arts sects to immortality sects

Chapter 218 Guardian of the Immortals

into the night.

Zhang Yuchun arrived at Li Qingqiu's cave and reported on the recent developments of the sect.

"This Duke Jing is indeed remarkable. He is worthy of being someone who once held power in the court. He has redefined the specific powers within each department, making many ambiguous powers clear. In the future, it will not be so easy for those powerful families to exploit loopholes."

Zhang Yuchun said with a smile that he was initially worried about Duke Jing, after all, when Chu Jing was Duke Xuan, he made a mess of the court. But as Duke Jing continued to take action, he found that the burden on his shoulders had been greatly reduced.

In the past, the various sects would come to him to seek justice for some internal matters, but that's no longer the case. He even feels that he can take some time out to cultivate.

Li Qingqiu laughed and said, "Anyway, he's a ghost now, so he doesn't have the energy. Let him do whatever he wants. But if he does something wrong, just tell me anytime, and I'll deal with him."

During this period, more and more disciples learned that a new high-ranking member of the sect, Duke Jing, had emerged. This Duke Jing held the sect leader's token and wielded considerable power.

Duke Jing's domineering behavior naturally aroused dissatisfaction among many people, but for the time being no one complained to Li Qingqiu, perhaps because they felt guilty.

Chu Jingtai, who had been a powerful figure in the courts of two dynasties, knew exactly how aristocratic families liked to profit from their own interests.

Zhang Yuchun nodded and continued, "I have promoted Qiao Dingbei, as well as his junior brothers and sisters. Their actions have truly surprised me. Unconsciously, more and more disciples are beginning to play a role and become an indispensable force."

If Qiao Dingbei hadn't unleashed the Cloud Piercing Thunder, Zhao Zhen would likely have died.

This incident filled Zhang Yuchun with both pride and感慨 (a sense of mixed emotions).

Li Qingqiu smiled and said, "Yes, don't underestimate the power of each disciple. They are living, breathing people, and each one represents a variable and infinite possibilities."

This is also one of the benefits of sending disciples out to gain experience. Even if Qingxiao Sect does not control the world, it can still keep track of the world's movements and provide mutual support.

Disciples like Qiao Dingbei may be inconspicuous within the sect, but in their own lives, they are the protagonists, enacting their own wonderful stories.

“In July, Xunxian Town will hold an auction, mainly to win over powerful figures from all over the country and make Xunxian Town famous. Are you going?” Zhang Yuchun asked.

He has high expectations for the Immortal Seeking Town that he personally built.

He wanted to make Xunxian Town the number one town in the world, the number one city in the world, and even the symbol of Qingxiao Sect.

"I won't go. You do your job well. Focus your attention on Xunxian Town. You'll do even better there and have more time to cultivate," Li Qingqiu said, shaking his head.

Zhang Yuchun nodded, he thought so too. He was now trying his best not to interfere in the affairs of other blessed lands and halls. He found that the sect was not in chaos, which meant that the Qingxiao Sect had established order.

He then asked whether he should send some disciples to the northern barbarian lands to investigate signs of demons.

Li Qingqiu rejected the idea. He didn't want to alert the enemy. Qingxiao Sect was doing quite well now, and they couldn't risk provoking the demon realm prematurely.

After listening, Zhang Yuchun thought it made sense. If the demons were to go south, they would certainly make a great show of force and wouldn't dare to plot in secret.

The two brothers talked for a long time until late at night before Zhang Yuchun finally left.

……

After Zhao Zhen returned, the turmoil came to a complete end, and the disciples of Qingxiao Sect began to pay attention to world affairs.

The feudal lords of the land marched together to the northern border to expel the northern barbarians. As a result, the northern barbarians unleashed a terrifying military force, managing to withstand the offensive of all the feudal lords.

Meanwhile, news that the Training Hall was hunting down the Sword Extreme Sect spread throughout the sect. Many new disciples were curious as to why the Training Hall was hunting down the Sword Extreme Sect, and past events were brought up again by the disciples.

End of June.

Xue Jin came to visit Li Qingqiu to report on the pursuit and killing of the Sword Extreme Sect.

"The Sword Extreme Sect has been wiped out by our disciples. In the process, they encountered experts from the Profound Extreme Sect, and many disciples were injured. Fortunately, no disciples died. In addition, the Profound Extreme Sect is a hidden danger and may cause us trouble again in the future. My suggestion is to take the initiative to strike. The fact that the Profound Extreme Sect dared to support the return of the Sword Extreme Sect itself means that they are hostile to us."

Xue Jin said seriously that he did not go down the mountain personally for this operation, but the other members of the Thirteen Swordsmen led the team and the matter was handled very well.

Li Qingqiu nodded and said, "The Xuanji Sect comes from the Northern Barbarians. Even if there are no grudges, it is only right to destroy them. This is the position of the Nine Provinces."

"Sect Master, let's leave the matter of dealing with the Xuanji Sect to our Training Hall. I'm confident in our abilities, and I'd also like to hone our disciples' skills," Xue Jin suggested.

He was very satisfied with the performance of the disciples in the training hall, and he looked very proud.

Li Qingqiu asked, "Do we need to ask other departments for assistance?"

"No need. Difficulty is what makes us tough. I will take responsibility if there are any casualties."

"Alright, I will have Duke Jing announce the rewards for this operation in the training hall later."

"Thank you, Sect Master."

"Ah."

Xue Jin bowed and took his leave.

Li Qingqiu watched his retreating figure, pondering whether to ask the Sword Sect for help, but quickly rejected the idea.

Chu Jing is right; the responsibilities of each department must be clearly defined and not mixed up.

The Sword Sect was established to purge traitors from the sect. If it were to also undertake external wars, it would inevitably expand the number of disciples. As more and more of these kinds of things were done, things would become more complicated.

"Fine, let the Training Hall develop. The Training Hall can observe the world from a distance. Even if the number of disciples doubles, it's normal."

Li Qingqiu thought to himself that the Training Hall was of strategic significance, helping Qingxiao Sect prepare for expansion. He did not get up to leave because he sensed Cheng Canghai's presence.

Soon after, Cheng Canghai visited him at the hospital.

After bowing, Cheng Canghai said, "Sect Master, I want to organize a group of disciples to go to the deep mountains all over the world to search for the footprints of demon beasts, expand the types of demon beasts in the Demon Control Hall, and create the Myriad Demon Records."

Li Qingqiu looked at him, a half-smile on his face, and asked, "If that's the case, are there enough people available right now?"

Cheng Canghai felt awkward and coughed lightly, saying, "So, could you please allow the Demon Control Hall to expand its number of disciples?"

Although he was the head of the hall and held great power, he still had to consult the sect leader about the number of disciples. He dared not expand the number on his own, since the treatment of the hall disciples was higher than that of ordinary disciples, and he personally did not have enough money and spirit stones to support more disciples.

"I will have Duke Jing go to the Demon Control Hall to investigate tomorrow. You can explain your plan to him in detail, and he can decide the number of people to go."

"Thank you, Master!"

Cheng Canghai was overjoyed and quickly thanked Li Qingqiu.

Li Qingqiu waved his sleeve, indicating that he could leave.

After he left, Li Qingqiu got up and prepared to find a place to cultivate the Mountain Moving and God Suppression techniques.

He came to the back of the mountain, and just as he was about to jump, clouds flew down from below.

Looking across the sects, only Yun Cai dared to fly directly from the foot of the mountain to Li Qingqiu's cave. No one else, including the hall master, dared to be so disrespectful.

"What's wrong? What happened again?" Li Qingqiu asked first.

Yun Cai's smile froze, and she said resentfully, "Sect Master, do you hate it when I come to see you?"

Li Qingqiu shook his head and said, "No, it's just a habit, so I ask like this."

This girl really doesn't know the proper etiquette. She addresses you as "you" instead of "you" in a more formal way. She's really got some nerve!

Yun Cai chuckled and continued, "Through the method of refining the Heart-Eating Bee, I came up with a method for controlling insects. I'd like to discuss it with you to see if it's feasible. If it is, I'll write it down and take it to the Scripture Pavilion."

Upon hearing this, Li Qingqiu's eyes lit up, and he said, "Tell me about it quickly."

The Gu worms of the Star Ancestor successfully ambushed Zhao Zhen; otherwise, Zhao Zhen alone would have been enough to give the Star Ancestor a hard time. This incident made Li Qingqiu quite interested in Gu worms.

He hoped that Qingxiao Sect would possess cultivation methods for various spells, and if some spells were too harmful, they could be designated as forbidden spells in the future.

Even if it's a demonic method, Li Qingqiu wants it. He can choose not to use it, but he can't be without it!
Seeing his excitement, Yun Cai's smile widened, and she began to tell him about the method she had created.

……

In the imperial mourning hall.

Today it was Zhang Ping's turn to be on duty again. Although the job was tedious, he didn't want to give it up because it was his easiest and most stable source of income.

He was terrified when he went to Tianxuan Mountain with Bai Ning'er. Now he avoids Bai Ning'er for fear of running into her.

Zhang Ping, holding a list of disciples, was sorting out the address matters of the new disciples.

Footsteps approached and stopped in front of his desk. Without looking up, he asked, "Promotion, or application for better benefits and accommodation?"

"Your cultivation is not simple. It's a waste to have a fourth-level Qi Nourishing Realm cultivation in this position. Is the Hall Master suppressing you?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Ping looked up, his expression changed slightly, and he immediately stood up and bowed.

The visitor was none other than Chu Jing.

Chu Jing was dressed in black, with a signature opera mask on his face, looking mysterious and dignified.

Zhang Ping had met this important figure before. He was a rising star in the sect, with great momentum. He dared to interfere in the affairs of various halls. Most importantly, his identity was very mysterious, and no one knew his true identity.

"No, Master Zhang treats me very well. I just need this income," Zhang Ping quickly replied.

He was secretly alarmed. How strange! He had clearly cultivated the technique of concealing his aura, so how could his cultivation level be detected?
Chu Jing looked at him, feeling quite emotional.

He initially thought Zhang Ping was mediocre, never expecting that Zhang Ping could reach the fourth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm. Such cultivation would be even more powerful than a master of the Entry Realm in the martial arts world.

It seems this kid has had a lucky encounter.

Chu Jing continued, "I plan to establish the Immortal Guard to specifically oversee the leaders of each hall. Would you be willing to join?"

Immortal Guardians?
Goodness, does he have that much power?
What is the relationship between this person and the sect leader?
Zhang Ping asked cautiously, "Why me?"

Those in power within the regulatory system sound like a lot of trouble, and he has no desire to join them.

Chu Jing said, "I find you agreeable. You don't need to worry about trouble. With the sect leader backing us up, the formation of the Immortal Guard is not aimed at the hall masters, but at the chaos under the hall masters, to prevent anyone from buying power and to prevent anyone from being negligent in their position."

Zhang Ping swallowed hard and asked, "Can I refuse?"

　Third update!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)