The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun.

"Truly divine intervention."

Yue Buqun couldn't help but sigh.

After witnessing the incredible skills of a master of innate abilities, Yue Buqun was indeed very envious.

Unfortunately, he could never reach that level.

Everyone's talent is limited; reaching the peak of the fourth level of the Innate Skill is already his limit.

Jiang Ning understood Yue Buqun's predicament, but he was unable to help him.

Breaking through realms is not something that can be done easily, especially the Innate Realm. It requires the right timing, location, and people, and everyone's breakthrough opportunity and path are different.

Even if Jiang Ning shared his breakthrough insights with Yue Buqun, Yue Buqun would not be able to replicate the same path.

Because he is not Jiang Ning, he cannot truly empathize with Jiang Ning's state of mind.

Every master's path is unique and cannot be replicated.

"never mind."

Although Yue Buqun also wanted to break through, he knew it was impossible.

In fact, he knew what level he could reach. He was already very lucky to have reached the fourth level of the Innate Skill, thanks to the blessings of the ancestors.

Yue Buqun was not too disappointed.

Jiang Ning was his disciple, and they had a very deep bond. It was enough that Jiang Ning could see the scenery that he couldn't see.

Chapter 754: Seeing All the Beautiful Scenery in the World

Yue Buqun composed himself and spoke to Linghu Chong and Yue Lingshan.

"Chong'er, Shan'er, Zhao'er, go practice your skills. I have something to say to Ning'er."

"Yes, Master."

"Got it, Dad."

The two responded and then left.

Liu Zhao glanced at his master Jiang Ning and his grandmaster Yue Buqun, then cupped his hands in greeting.

"Yes, Master."

"Master, this disciple takes his leave."

After Liu Zhao left, only Yue Buqun, Ning Zhongze, Jiang Ning, and the other three remained.

Yue Buqun turned to look at Jiang Ning.

"Come on, let's go inside and talk."

"Okay, Master."

The three then went inside.

As soon as he sat down, Yue Buqun spoke.

“You’ve been in seclusion for a while and haven’t heard about what’s happening in the martial world. Now that you’ve come out of seclusion, I’ll take this opportunity to tell you.”

"Shaolin Temple recently announced its closure."

"Mountain closure?"

Jiang Ning was taken aback.

"Ah."

Yue Buqun nodded and said, "Not long ago, Shaolin announced that it had suffered heavy losses in the great battle with the Demonic Sect, and Fang Zheng was also seriously injured. Therefore, it announced that it would close the mountain and no longer participate in any external affairs. As for how long the closure will last, it is unclear."

"Humph."

As soon as Yue Buqun finished speaking, Ning Zhongze let out a cold laugh.

What do you mean by heavy losses? They were all there at the time. Shaolin did suffer losses, but they weren't devastating; they were about the same as the other sects.

None of the factions said anything, but Shaolin claimed that the losses were too great and that the mountain would be closed, which seemed like a cover-up.

As for Fang Zheng being seriously injured, he was indeed injured, but not to the point of needing to close the mountain.

The reason why Shaolin Temple closed its gates is now quite clear.

"Shaolin Temple clearly fears that Ning'er has already reached the Innate Realm, which is why they chose to close the mountain."

Ning Zhongze sneered.

Yue Buqun smiled but remained silent.

Mountain closed?

This can be considered a long-standing tradition of Shaolin.

This isn't the first time Shaolin has done this.

Jiang Ning remained calm, tapped his index finger lightly, and then suddenly smiled.

"It's alright."

Jiang Ning smiled and said, "Since Shaolin has said so, I will personally visit Shaolin at Mount Song when I have time in the future to see if Master Fangzheng is really seriously injured."

"Um……"

Yue Buqun pondered for a moment, then nodded.

"it is good."

Leaving that matter aside, Yue Buqun continued, "There is another matter, which concerns the Beggars' Sect."

"Since Wuwei Prefecture, Jie Feng has rarely appeared in the martial arts world. Even the elders in the Beggars' Sect have not shown up much. Now, the various branches of the Beggars' Sect are only left behind by some Beggars' Sect disciples and a few elders. Most of the elders, including Jie Feng, have disappeared."

As two sects with open and covert grudges, one of the Huashan Sect chose to close its mountain, while the other's leader has disappeared without a trace.

It's obvious they're all trying to avoid Jiangning.

It seems that Jiang Ning's breakthrough to the Innate Realm has indeed had a significant impact on them.

"The Beggars' Sect..."

When the words "Beggars' Sect" were mentioned, Jiang Ning's expression turned slightly cold, as if he were deep in thought.

"Is there no one at headquarters either?"

Yue Buqun shook his head.

"Some martial arts figures have already visited the Beggars' Sect's headquarters. Currently, only two elders are in charge of the Beggars' Sect's headquarters. The Beggars' Sect leader, Xie Feng, and most of the elders have disappeared."

Jiang Ning was somewhat taken aback.

They're abandoning even the main headquarters?

This was truly beyond his expectations.

He was also thinking of going to the Beggars' Sect headquarters in a while.

Yue Buqun continued, "After hearing that the leader and elders had disappeared, the remaining Beggar Clan disciples who stayed in the various branches also fled their branches. Many branches are now deserted, and some Beggar Clan disciples have even set up their own headquarters and become the new leaders of the Beggar Clan. In just this period of time, there have been seven or eight Beggar Clan leaders."

"There were even quite a few Beggar Clan disciples and elders who fought each other for the position of Beggar Clan leader."

At this point, Yue Buqun couldn't help but shake his head.

"It can be said that the Beggars' Sect is now a disorganized mess."

When the chaotic state of the Beggars' Sect was mentioned, Yue Buqun was both amused and exasperated.

He never expected that Xie Feng, the leader of the gang, would abandon the gang and run away.

But this also shows how much of an impact Jiang Ning's successful breakthrough to the Innate Realm had on them.

Jiang Ning, in particular, is an extreme person.

When Jiang Ning told Xie Feng on Jade Maiden Peak that he would visit the various branches of the Beggars' Sect again, the leaders or high-ranking members of the major sects were all present and heard it clearly, including Xie Feng and the elders of the Beggars' Sect.

They were already very wary of Jiang Ning, and now that Jiang Ning has become a terrestrial immortal, they are even more afraid that Jiang Ning will come knocking on their door at any time.

"Alas, one reaps what one sows."

Yue Buqun sighed.

"Back then, what kind of person was Hong Qigong? I never imagined that the Beggars' Sect would become such a filthy place. It's truly lamentable."

Jiang Ning remained silent in response to Yue Buqun's sigh.

"Forget it, don't mention it."

Yue Buqun shook his head and stopped mentioning it. He looked at Jiang Ning and asked, "Ning'er, when do you plan to gather the righteous forces to attack Blackwood Cliff?"

When the topic turned to business, Jiang Ning's expression became serious.

"I plan to announce this matter next spring."

Yue Buqun was taken aback.

"So fast?"

He thought it would be at least two years later, no matter how fast it went.

After all, the righteous path suffered heavy losses in this battle with Ren Woxing, and they need at least two years to recuperate.

In fact, Jiang Ning originally planned to announce this matter to all the heroes after the Mount Hua Sword Tournament. However, two months after October would be the end of the year, and heavy snow would block the mountains, making travel extremely difficult. Therefore, Jiang Ning changed the date to the beginning of next spring.

However, Yue Buqun felt that time was passing too quickly, while Ning Zhongze's eyes lit up.

Actually, after defeating Ren Woxing, she wanted to take the opportunity to attack Blackwood Cliff, but Yue Buqun dissuaded her from doing so. However, when Jiang Ning brought up the matter again, Ning Zhongze became excited.

"Fast? I think it's just right!"

Ning Zhongze loudly echoed Jiang Ning's words: "If the Demonic Sect is not completely eradicated, our ancestors of the Huashan Sect will not rest in peace. In the past, we had neither the strength nor the opportunity, but now the Huashan Sect has grown stronger, and Ning'er has broken through to the Innate Realm. How can we not hurry up with the matter of eliminating the demons?"

Seeing his wife so supportive of Jiang Ning, Yue Buqun couldn't help but smile and shake his head.

"You..."

"Humph."