Fantasy, starting with a treasure bowl

"Unfortunately, my contribution points are back to zero...!"

He took out his Vast Token and looked at the clearly visible zero on it, and Lu Feng couldn't help but sigh.

Although Lu Feng did not encounter any bottlenecks during this closed-door cultivation, and his Yuan Power cultivation also broke through to the ninth level of the Spirit Soul Realm, the price he paid was not small!

Because the cultivation chamber he was in right now was not free; it was the most expensive five-star cultivation chamber on Lingtai Peak!

This cultivation chamber is not only incredibly spacious, but it also contains a ninth-grade spirit-gathering array. Furthermore, the speed at which it absorbs spiritual energy from heaven and earth, as well as the efficiency of its cultivation, are several times greater than those outside!

Renting a five-star cultivation chamber is extremely expensive, costing 10,000 contribution points per day, which is unaffordable for ordinary disciples of Falling Star Academy!

After all, even for the elites of the East Academy, their monthly disciple stipend is only 10,000 contribution points, barely enough to rent a five-star cultivation chamber for one day!

However, Lu Feng was quite lucky. Although the rent for the five-star cultivation chamber was very expensive, before he left the Starfall Secret Realm, Ren Lingyun, Duan Lang, Xia Zhenhu and others had jointly transferred a large amount of contribution points to him as an apology.

This contribution value was exactly 200,000, which was enough for Lu Feng to pay for renting a five-star cultivation chamber!

As for the remaining contribution points, Lu Feng did not waste them. He exchanged them for mid-grade spirit stones for cultivation and eventually spent them all!

"Young Master Lu, someone's here."

Just as Lu Feng was contemplating life, a reminder from Gu Canyang suddenly came from inside the Treasure Basin.

"Who?"

"Don't worry, it's someone you know well..."

Gu Canyang chuckled again, then fell silent.

"An old acquaintance?"

"Could it be Miss Leng and Brother Xia again?"

With a hint of surprise, Lu Feng immediately put away the Cangmang Token in his hand, then quickly put on his clothes and hurriedly left the cultivation chamber.

...

Lingtai Peak, outside the Gathering Spirit Pavilion

A figure in a red robe stood tall against the wind, her slightly dark face calm and serene. She stood with her hands behind her back, silent and still, as if waiting for someone to arrive.

"They're finally out...."

Suddenly, the red-robed figure raised her eyebrows slightly, as if she had noticed something. She turned slightly to the side, and at the same time, her beautiful eyes swept towards the entrance of the Gathering Spirit Pavilion behind her.

A young man in a gray robe emerged from the crowd. He was not only full of energy but also in high spirits. It was none other than Lu Feng, who had just broken through the seclusion.

"Lu Feng, I didn't expect your strength to have improved so much since we last met. Not bad."

Sensing the vibrant new life force emanating from Lu Feng as well, Liu Lanyu spoke up, her tone tinged with a hint of relief.

After all, she had been very optimistic about Lu Feng since he took the entrance exam. In just over a year since he entered the academy, he has repeatedly made a name for himself and his performance has been nothing short of amazing. This is enough to prove that Liu Lanyu's judgment was correct!

"Elder Liu?"

"What brings you here?"

Seeing that Liu Lanyu was standing alone outside the Gathering Spirit Pavilion waiting for him, Lu Feng was also a little surprised and immediately stopped.

In his memory, whether it was Liu Lanyu, the elder of the scripture hall, or Yuan Tiangang, Yin Baili, Dao Butong, and others who were also elders, they were all extremely busy and had no time to pay attention to Lu Feng and his group of students.

Lu Feng was naturally flattered that Liu Lanyu had taken time out of her busy schedule to visit him.

"What's wrong?"

"Can't this elder come to see you even if there's nothing else going on?"

She rolled her eyes at Lu Feng as well, crossed her arms, and said in her usual domineering tone, "Or is it that you have some kind of opinion or dissatisfaction with this elder?"

"No, no, no! How could this disciple dare to have any objections or dissatisfaction with Elder Liu? Elder Liu, you are usually so busy with affairs of state, yet you have taken the time to come and visit this disciple. This is truly an honor for this disciple!"

"Furthermore, Elder Liu, you are not only exceptionally powerful, but also beautiful and kind-hearted. If it weren't for your timely arrival with your men, I fear I would have perished at the hands of those remnants of the Wusheng Sect..."

He quickly bowed and greeted them, while Lu Feng grinned and habitually showered them with compliments.

After all, Liu Lanyu is not only an elder of the Scripture Hall and one of the famous Seven Fallen Stars, but also has a "close relationship" with Xia Xihai, the vice dean, and seems to be the latter's dream goddess.

Therefore, right now, how could Lu Feng dare to offend Liu Lanyu, this female bodhisattva, unless he had his brain squeezed by a door!

"Alright, stop being so cheeky!"

Faced with Lu Feng's barrage of compliments, Liu Lanyu remained outwardly calm and serious, but her eyebrows were slightly raised, clearly indicating that she also thoroughly enjoyed the praise.

After all, women are ultimately emotional beings, and even a heroine like Liu Lanyu is no exception.

"Lu Feng, actually, I've come here for no other reason than to convey a message to you."

Composing himself, Liu Lanyu continued, "This matter is of great importance. It was personally ordered by Senior Brother Xia. I initially wanted to inform you immediately, but unfortunately, you suddenly went into seclusion to cultivate, so it has been delayed until now."

"What's up?"

Lu Feng was taken aback.

"Here's what happened: before those remnants of the Wusheng Cult retreated, they left behind a Wusheng Extermination Order."

Taking a deep breath, Liu Lanyu said in a low voice.

"An Order of No Birth or Annihilation?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Feng was still somewhat confused, his face showing doubt.

"This order not only came from the infamous leader of the Wusheng Sect, but it is also the highest-level 'annihilation order' within the Wusheng Sect, representing a relentless killing spree that will not end until one side is completely annihilated!"

"In other words, the Wusheng Sect is not only eyeing Earth Tiger Star, but also intends to take advantage of the situation to wipe out the entire Falling Star Academy in one fell swoop!"

Liu Lanyu said with a solemn expression.

"To wipe out the entire Falling Star Academy in one fell swoop? These demonic cultists certainly have quite the appetite...!"

Hearing this, Lu Feng understood.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing."

Seemingly remembering something, Liu Lanyu turned back and said, "From now on, Falling Star Academy will no longer recruit new students. As for whether you disciples stay or leave, it is entirely up to your personal wishes, and we, as elders, will not stop you."

"Alright! If there's nothing else, you should focus on cultivating and recovering. That former demonic witch's illusion techniques were quite formidable; if you're not careful, you might suffer some hidden injuries later on. I won't bother you any longer."

After speaking, Liu Lanyu glanced at Lu Feng sideways. Her eyes flickered slightly, as if she wanted to say something more, but she didn't say anything more and turned to leave without looking back.

"Elder Liu!"

Just as Liu Lanyu was about to leave, a reminder suddenly came from behind, interrupting her steps.

"Elder Liu, please forgive my impertinence, but besides the matter of the Wusheng Sect, you must have come here for another reason?"

Lu Feng stepped forward, then bowed with his hands clasped in greeting. His tone was somewhat tentative, as if he had sensed something.

"I have said everything I wanted to say, and there is nothing else."

When Lu Feng called her back, a hint of hesitation and something strange appeared on Liu Lanyu's face, as if she was hiding something. But in the end, she still denied it in a deep voice.

"Uh, perhaps I was being presumptuous and overthinking things. Elder Liu, please take care!"

Seeing that the other party was unwilling to speak frankly, Lu Feng did not press the matter, and simply bowed with his hands clasped in greeting.

"Fine!"

Seeing this, Liu Lanyu pursed her lips slightly, then sighed heavily, as if she had finally made up her mind. She immediately said, "Lu Feng, this elder does indeed have something else to say."

"However, this matter is merely my personal affair, unrelated to the academy's official duties, and it's hardly a big deal...!"