From martial arts sects to immortality sects

Chapter 87 Become famous in one battle

Xue Jin is at the fourth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm, while Li Qingqiu was only at the third level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm when he went to the Seven Mountains Alliance.

This was also a test for Xue Jin by Li Qingqiu. He could see that Xue Jin was ambitious and did not want to just be Jiang Zhaoxia's apprentice.

Although everyone felt that Li Qingqiu was too domineering, they could not refute him, because they thought that if a Qingxiao Sect disciple died at the foot of Qingxiao Mountain, it would be difficult to deal with both internally and externally.

"Sect Leader, if you don't mind, I can spread some rumors that the Nine Absolutes Sect Leader sent assassins to kill you without any reason. Even without evidence, many people in the martial world will be interested. With more rumors, people in the martial world will not be too resistant to the actions of the Qingxiao Sect, but will only be in awe."

Zhu Yan spoke, and her words made everyone present look at her with new respect.

In truth, many people had reservations about this renowned scholar becoming the deputy hall master, feeling that a renowned scholar was no great person. However, during tonight's meeting, Zhu Yan actively sought to help Qingxiao Sect, and her suggestions were indeed good. As a result, everyone began to accept her from the bottom of their hearts.

"If Hall Master Zhu is willing to do something, that would be even better."

Li Qingqiu smiled. Although he was domineering, he was not stupid. If someone could help him muddy the waters, it would not do any harm to the Qingxiao Sect.

This is the Qingxiao Sect he wanted. He only needs to decide the general direction. As for the specifics, his subordinates will assign tasks and responsibilities. Even when facing enemies, it shouldn't be as simple as just head-on confrontation.

Afterwards, Li Qingqiu discussed some other matters, and once they reached a consensus, he dismissed the others.

……

Returning to Qingxiao Mountain, Bai Ning'er was filled with curiosity about everything. He hadn't been back for a long time since he was transferred to the spirit mine.

He had no complaints about the sect leader's arrangement; in fact, he was grateful. After all, not everyone could go to the spirit mine to cultivate. He had been there the longest, and all the other disciples who guarded the spirit mine with him were being rotated out, except for him.

Other disciples also noticed this and privately speculated that the sect leader valued Bai Ning'er highly.

Bai Ning'er is now at the third level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm. The improvement in his cultivation has made him full of confidence, making him a completely different person from two years ago.

Early this morning, a disciple came to deliver a message saying that the sect leader had summoned him to the Lingxiao Palace. He was both happy and apprehensive, not knowing why the sect leader wanted to see him.

On his way up the mountain, he passed by the guest house of Zhu Yan and Su Xiling. After hesitating for a moment, he went to knock on the door, only to find that he did not recognize the person who opened it.

"May I ask if Senior Zhu Yan is here?" Bai Ning'er asked after bowing.

The person who opened the door was a maid. She widened her eyes and asked, "Are you the renowned scholar Zhu Yan?"

"Correct."

"She's become the deputy head of the Heavenly Crafts Hall and moved upstairs. Didn't you know?"

"I see. I haven't been up the mountain for a year and I really didn't know about this. I'm sorry to have bothered you."

Upon hearing this, Bai Ning'er quickly took her leave.

He was even happier to hear that Zhu Yan had joined the Qingxiao Sect. Su Xiling had often given him guidance in the past, and he had long regarded her as his master. He was certain that Su Xiling would join the Qingxiao Sect with Zhu Yan, and from then on, she would truly be one of his own.

Upon arriving at Lingxiao Academy, Bai Ning'er discovered that there were other disciples there, all of whom had previously cultivated at the spirit mine; he had seen them before.

Standing in the very center was Xue Jin. At twenty years old, he was at the height of his youthful vigor. He was now a renowned genius disciple of the entire sect, arguably the best after Xu Ning. Naturally, the other disciples would revolve around him.

Xue Jin caught a glimpse of Bai Ning'er, who nodded slightly to him, making him feel somewhat flattered.

Xue Jin didn't greet Bai Ning'er because the sect leader valued her; rather, he could tell that Bai Ning'er had reached the third level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm. Such skill was top-notch in the entire sect and deserved his respect.

"I wonder what business the sect leader has with us?"

"I've heard that the sect leader might want us to carry out a mission."

"What nonsense are you spouting? Are you expecting us to have dinner with you?"

"A task that the sect leader personally assigns must be extraordinary. I'm already looking forward to it."

"With Senior Brother Xue by our side, we will surely succeed."

Just as the disciples were discussing, Yuan Qi came out of Li Qingqiu's room, counted them, and then called out to Li Qingqiu's room, "Sect Master, everyone is here."

Upon hearing this, the twelve disciples immediately tensed up. The sect leader was actually inside the house?

They dared not say anything more, for fear that the sect leader would hear them.

Soon, Li Qingqiu walked out of the house and came to them. After looking around, Li Qingqiu directly told them about the Nine Absolutes Sect's attempt to assassinate him.

The disciples were all furious upon hearing this.

"I order you to go to the Nine Absolutes Sect, kill its sect leader, and destroy its sect. You don't necessarily have to wipe them out, but you must destroy them to the point of disbanding. Complete this before the end of the year. Xue Jin will be in full charge of this operation. The rest of you will follow orders. I will reward you handsomely when you return!"

Li Qingqiu spoke solemnly, and the disciples immediately obeyed.

Xue Jin was very excited; he had finally gotten his chance.

If he completes this mission well, he will be more than just a disciple.

Li Qingqiu waved his hand, signaling that they could go and prepare. The twelve true disciples immediately bowed and walked together toward the mountain gate.

These twelve disciples were at least at the second level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm, making them the elite of the Qingxiao Sect. Even if they encountered a master from the Demonic Sect, they would have the ability to escape.

Li Qingqiu had high hopes for them, after all, the second level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm was not easy to reach, and most of them had only reached the second level in the last six months.

After they left, the number of disciples at the second level of the Qi Nourishing Realm within the sect was extremely small. Of course, Li Qingqiu did not include the cultivation levels of the sect's higher-ups in his calculations.

Li Qingqiu stood in the courtyard for a while, then strolled out, intending to teach Li Yang how to cultivate.

With Li Yang's talent, it would have been enough to just hand him the cultivation technique, but Li Qingqiu wanted to create an additional identity to solidify her public persona.

He personally taught Li Yang, and Li Yang will become a genius favored by the sect leader. The higher Li Yang's achievements, the higher Li Qingqiu's prestige will be.

……

The news of an assassination attempt on the sect leader suddenly spread within the Qingxiao Sect. Soon, rumors began to circulate that it was the work of the Nine Absolutes Sect of Dongling Prefecture. This angered the disciples and piqued the curiosity of the worshippers about how the two sects had become enemies and what the Qingxiao Sect would do next.
After the rumors spread, the number of disciples in the Enforcement Hall increased to twenty-five. Five disciples guarded the foot of the mountain every day, and ten disciples patrolled the mountain.

This attitude confirmed the rumors that the sect leader had been assassinated.

Everyone was waiting to see what Li Qingqiu's attitude would be; however, no notice was posted, and he did not summon his disciples to the Xuanxin Hall for a meeting.

As autumn deepened, and because Li Qingqiu remained silent, the matter was gradually forgotten by his disciples.

On this day, Feng Dai sent someone to deliver a message; it was still the same chivalrous man named Ma Yu.

Li Qingqiu met with him and then opened the letter to read it.

Feng Dai did well in Zhenyang Imperial City. In addition to Jia Yi's help, he also met a benefactor and officially became a registered official.

The capital city has been in turmoil lately. It is said that the crown prince and the emperor are vying for power, and the struggle in the court has spread to the entire capital city. Officials are being dismissed and new officials are taking office every day.

Feng Dai's words were filled with excitement. He had high hopes for the Crown Prince and hoped that he would ascend the throne so that the Great Li Dynasty could become better.

After reading the letter, Li Qingqiu looked up at Ma Yu and asked with a smile, "Why is it you delivering the letter again?"

"Our lord doesn't trust anyone else."

"Have you heard anything about the affairs of Guzhou Prefecture while you were in the capital?"

"I had never heard of it, but I learned about it on the road."

When Ma Yu spoke of this matter, his expression became very unnatural. When he heard that the Guzhou Prefecture had been captured by the Demonic Sect and that countless people had died, he was shocked. Such a horrific event had not been mentioned at all in Zhenyang Imperial City.

However, he was indifferent by nature. Li Qingqiu didn't mention it, and he didn't plan to ask. He knew that this was not something he could interfere with, or even discuss.

Li Qingqiu nodded slightly and said, "Why don't you rest inside the gate for the night?"

"No need. Does Sect Leader Li have any letter for my lord?"

"No."

"Then I shall take my leave!"

Ma Yu raised his hand in greeting, turned around and left decisively, without any hesitation.

Li Qingqiu greatly admired Ma Yu, and Feng Dai had quite a good eye for talent.

Immediately, he got up and prepared to go to the underground spiritual lake to cultivate.

Upon learning that the emperor was fighting with the crown prince, he felt even more at ease. He knew that he and the emperor would have a battle sooner or later, and the later the better.

Recently, he has been preparing to try to break through to the eighth level of the Nourishing Yuan Realm. The higher the level, the more difficult it is to break through. Even he, who has the Heavenly Thunder Spirit Root, is in this situation, let alone others.

Cultivating immortality truly requires a significant investment of time; no wonder immortals dream of a thousand autumns.

……

As winter snow fell from the sky, a message reached Qingxiao Sect, causing the entire sect to tremble.

Xue Jin, the leader of the Thirteen Swords, led eleven true disciples of the Qingxiao Sect to storm the Nine Absolutes Sect, killed the sect leader, and routed the disciples of the Nine Absolutes Sect. They remain inside the Nine Absolutes Sect to this day, refusing to leave.

This news, brought by the pilgrims, greatly excited the disciples of Qingxiao Sect.

They were initially annoyed that the sect leader had tolerated it, but after discussing it privately, they also felt that this matter was difficult to handle, since the Nine Absolutes Sect could simply refuse to acknowledge it.

Just when everyone thought the sect leader intended to remain silent, unexpected news arrived.

For a time, Xue Jin's name was widely discussed throughout Qingxiao Mountain.

Xue Jin became famous overnight. According to a pilgrim, the entire martial arts world of Dongling Prefecture is now talking about him, and a trend of saving the Nine Absolutes Sect has even been set off. The martial arts people of Dongling Prefecture believe that the Qingxiao Sect is provoking the entire martial arts world of Dongling Prefecture.

Not only Xue Jin, but Bai Ning'er and other true disciples also began to rise to fame, though not as dazzling as Xue Jin.

This battle allowed Qingxiao Sect to truly expand beyond Guzhou.

Unlike the anger of the martial arts community in Dongling Prefecture, the martial arts community in Gu Prefecture was excited. Some even wanted to go and support the twelve true disciples of Qingxiao Sect, because they had heard that Jiujue Sect had sent people to assassinate the sect leader of Qingxiao Sect.

Zhang Yuchun found Li Qingqiu and asked, "Senior Brother, should we send someone to support them? Things have gotten out of hand, and I'm afraid other sects might get involved."

Li Qingqiu replied, "No need. Xue Jin will handle this matter. Besides, my sixth junior brother just took on a mission in Dongling Prefecture a while ago."

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