Chapter 10: First Departure from the Mountain (Part 1)

  Daming Zhenren nodded and said, "I also heard about this from my master a few days ago. This time the immortal array was opened because two ancestors are preparing to go out and take care of some business. Three years ago, during the gathering at Jie Tian Peak, the sect leader received a spiritual letter from Wuyun Buddha, the sect leader of the Fanxin Sect. The spiritual letter is a method used by cultivators to pass on messages to each other, and those with high cultivation can be unrestricted by any formation array. In the letter, he told the sect leader that currently, various demons and monsters in the Divine State are stirring up trouble, trying to become enemies of justice, and in order to respond calmly, he specially invited our Lianyun Sect to participate in the gathering of the seven sects to discuss countermeasures together."

  Ling Yu Zi asked, "So which two ancestors are going this time? Among the seven orthodox sects, because we have always been low-key and ranked in the last few places, can the Central Plains Six Sects attach so much importance to us? Won't they let us be cannon fodder?"

  Dao Ming's face sank, and he said, "Such a major event can only be decided by the various ancestors. You just need to do your own part well."

  Hailong pulled on Daoming Zhenren's sleeve and said, "Master Ancestor, I think the 11th Master said something very reasonable! This time, which two ancestors will go out? I also want to know."

  Dàomíng Ná Hǎilóng was at a loss, with someone behind him that even the master of Liányún Sect didn't dare to provoke. He said helplessly: "It seems like it's Xiāo Yī Dào Zūn and Zhǐ Shuǐ Dào Zūn. With the cultivation of the two Dào Zūns, no matter where they go, there shouldn't be any problems. Hǎilóng! Your cultivation this time has been quite long, a full hundred days, it seems that you have already embarked on the right path of cultivating truth."

  Hailong was shocked, saying: "Is it already a hundred days? I feel like it's only been one or two days! No wonder those ancestors can stay in this mountain for thousands of years, it turns out that time is so easy to pass.

  Dàomíng Zhēnrén glared at him with a bad temper, saying: "The benefits of a long closed-door period are many for you, however, next time if you want to cultivate for so many days in one go, you must find a quiet place, lest you be invaded by external demons."

  Hai Long nodded and said: "Then I'll go to your Mo Yun Dong Fu, it's very quiet there and the spiritual energy is abundant."

  Dao Ming was startled and said, "Forget it. You'd better go to your master's Wind and Rain Mountain instead, it's quieter there." Last time Hai Long destroyed all his treasures, this time no matter what he didn't dare let him go to his own place again.

  Lingyunzi said: "Master, if we go to Zhongyuan, the two Taoist masters should pass by our Moyun Peak, right?"

  Dào Míng nodded and warned Chóng Hǎi Lóng: "When the ancestor passes by later, you little scoundrel are not allowed to talk nonsense again."

  Hai Long nodded solemnly and said: "Master Ancestor, rest assured, I will definitely not mess things up."

  Daming had already activated his Heart Transmission to detect whether the Sea Dragon was lying, but from his expression and tone, there were no suspicious signs at all, it was clear that he was speaking sincerely. However, deep down in Daming's heart, he felt that things weren't so simple. Just as he was about to say something, Moyun Peak began to shake slightly, and for a moment, the air was filled with floating clouds and mist, and before everyone's eyes, a series of strange scenes flashed by.

  Looking at the surging fog in front of him, the Sea Dragon murmured: "Master, what's going on with this immortal formation?"

  Daoming shook his head and said, "Even the ancestors only knew how to use this immortal formation without understanding its principles, so I'm even more unclear. I've only heard my master Tian Shi Dao Zun say that this immortal formation seems to be centered on the 72 peaks of Lianyun, with Jie Tian Peak as the main hub, and the outer 12 peaks are where the boundary is formed. The changes in between are unpredictable."

  The mist in the air suddenly dissipated, as if the sun's rays had disappeared. In the distance, towering mountain peaks stood majestically, looking exceptionally clear. The sunny side of the mountains, cut like a knife, was covered with all kinds of vegetation, dyeing the mountains green, while the shady side was mostly gray rock. Since arriving at Moyunping, it was the first time that Hailong had such a broad view, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of expansiveness and joy.

  Daming Zhenren said: "The cultivation of the nine ancestors is indeed powerful, and the immortal array has already been opened so quickly."

  Ling Tongzi pointed to the distance and said, "Master, look! The two Taoist sages are coming towards us." Everyone followed his pointing direction and saw two clusters of cyan-blue light clouds rapidly drifting over, flashing through one mountain peak after another. Dao Ming Zhenren hastily said, "Everyone, hold your breath and stand firm."

  Piaoyu Daozun and Zhishui Daozun walked on clouds with ease, leaving the mountain. Although it would affect their cultivation progress to some extent, they were still excited in their hearts. As disciples of Lianyun Sect, it was not easy for them to go out this time. With the three-year period approaching, the two of them eagerly invited various fellow disciples to open the immortal array and immediately flew towards the outside of the mountain with the token of Lianyun Sect.

  "Sister, we've finally managed to get out this time, so let's make the most of it and stay outside for a few more days. With our current cultivation level, it's likely that even after another 2,000 years, we still won't be able to reach the Tribulation Transcendence realm, so there's no need to rush."

  Piao Yu Dao Zun smiled and said, "It seems that our thoughts are in harmony. After attending the Seven Sects Gathering, we can stay in Zhongyuan for a few more days, and it's not too late to come back after a few years."

  "Great! I knew Master would be best to me."

  Piaoyu Daozun was about to say something, when she suddenly saw a blue light flashing on the mountain peak below, as if it were some kind of treasure. She couldn't help but use her Heavenly Eye to gaze downwards, and what she saw made her heart skip a beat, causing her to involuntarily stop in her tracks. The owner of that blue light was none other than Tang Yu, the fifth-generation disciple who had expressed his desire to marry her on the summit of Jietian Peak three years ago. As for this child who was only in his teens, she remembered him all too clearly!

  Hai Long was no exception, watching as two blue-green lights floated into the air above Moyun Peak. He frantically waved his hand, hoping to catch the attention of Piaoyu Daozun. Earlier, when he heard Daoming Zhenren say that Piaoyu and Zhishui, the two Daozuns, were going out to handle some business, Hai Long's mind began to wander. The absolutely beautiful face of Piaoyu Daozun had an irresistible attraction to him. Whenever he thought of her gentle smile from back then, Hai Long's heart would involuntarily heat up.

  "Sister, what are you looking at? Oh, isn't that the little brat who spoke nonsense last time?"

  "Yes! It's him. He's actually quite interesting. After not seeing him for a few years, he seems to have grown up a lot. Daoming seems to be quite fond of him, even giving him the Xinglan Ring."

  Zhi Shui Dao Zun smiled slightly and said, "Sister, let's hurry up, the three-year period is almost here."

  Piaoyu Daozun hesitated for a moment, then said: "Wait a minute, let's go down and take a look. Since that kid is the one chosen by Liu'er Laoqian, he must have something special about him."

  "Stop, Water Path! Zhenqi looked at Xuanwu with a strange gaze and said, 'Sister, you wouldn't have developed worldly feelings, would you?'"

  The Daoist's face turned slightly red as he said, "Don't spout nonsense. With over 2,000 years of cultivation, what mortal thoughts could I still have? I'm just very interested in this child. Letting him follow that stubborn Tian Shi is no good for him; if possible, I'd like to take him under my wing."

  Zhi Shui Dao Zun Dao: "Last time at Jie Tian Peak, I didn't notice anything special about this kid either. I really don't understand why Liu Er Senior Brother would take a liking to him. Since our Master Sister is interested, let's go take a look then."

  The dragon looked at those two clusters of cyan clouds in front of him, gradually getting bigger and bigger, suddenly became very excited, and swung his arms even harder.

  Daming Zhenren looked at the two Dao Zuns floating down, and was suddenly startled. He thought to himself, "Could it be that the elusive Dao Zun is seeking revenge for the last time's affair with the sea dragon, and has come specifically to teach me a lesson?" There was no time for him to hesitate, so he hastily made a gesture to his disciples, and respectfully paid homage: "Greetings to the two Dao Zuns."

  The ethereal Daoist gently descended to the ground, her slender hand waving lightly. The crowd only felt a gentle breeze drifting over, and they all stood up straight without realizing it. The ethereal Daoist stood there, without any extraordinary aura, just like an ordinary little girl, even the halo behind her had disappeared. Her robes outlined her enchanting figure, which was extremely captivating. Including Daoming Zhenren, everyone hurriedly lowered their heads, not daring to look directly at her. Of course, Hailong was an exception. As soon as he saw the ethereal Daoist and another stunning beauty arrive, he excitedly ran to the front, exclaiming: "Fairy sister, you're here!"

  Zhi Shui Dao's face sank, and he said in a low tone of anger: "You impudent child, you don't even salute when you see us."

  Piao Yu Dao Zun smiled slightly and said, "Forget it, Ninth Sister. He's always been ignorant of etiquette. Ah, let me take a look. Oh! Your cultivation speed is quite fast! In just three years, you've already reached the early stage of Fuhu. Dao Ming, it seems your guidance has been effective."

  Daoming Zhenren and Piaoyou Daozun's disciple, Daoyun Zhenren, had never gotten along. Moreover, Piaoyou Daozun was always biased towards his own disciples. In front of her, Daoming didn't dare to be the slightest bit impolite, fearing that Piaoyou Daozun would find some excuse to vent on him. Upon hearing Piaoyou Daozun's words, he hastily said: "This can't be considered a disciple's achievement; it's all because Tangyu knew how to work hard himself. The two Daozuns have arrived at Moyun Peak, I wonder if there are any instructions for the disciples?"

  Piaoyu Daozun smiled slightly and said, "What's with the pointing? Isn't Tian Shi's guidance enough for you? I'm leaving the mountain with Zhi Shui, so we came to visit on our way. Tang Yu, don't call me sister, my age is far beyond yours, by mortal standards, I'd be hundreds of generations older than you. From now on, just call me Ancestor. If anyone bullies you, go find me at Piaoyu Peak and I'll take care of it." After finishing, she also glanced at Dao Ming.

  Looking at the lovely beauty in front of him, Hailong suddenly felt his blood rushing to his head, and excitedly said: "Ancestor, you look really too young, seemingly not much older than me. That's why I called you sister. You look like an immortal! Can you take me with you when you leave the mountain? I also want to go out and see the outside world, travel around."

  "We are going out to handle matters, not to have fun. Moreover, you just entered the Fow Tiger boundary and need more cultivation. It's better to stay in the mountain."

  Hailong's thoughts were quick-witted, and as soon as he heard the vague words of Dao Zun, he knew it was a polite refusal. He hastily pleaded: "Two Ancestors, when you go out to handle matters, don't you need someone to take care of you? I'm very diligent and can do anything. Just bring me along like a personal attendant, and whatever you want to do, just tell me once, and I'll make sure it's done properly. Please, please take me with you! Cultivating the truth isn't something that can be accomplished overnight, so don't worry, I absolutely won't cause any trouble for you."

  Piaoyu Daozun looked at Hailong's anxious appearance, and his heart softened inexplicably. He turned to look at Zhishui Daozun and said, "Junior Sister, what do you think?"

  Zhi Shui Dao was taken aback, thinking to herself that her master had always been known for being aloof and distant in the Lian Yun Sect. What's going on today? Why is she being so tolerant of this very ordinary fifth-generation disciple? Although she was puzzled, she couldn't very well question Xiao Yao Dao Zu in front of so many younger disciples, so she simply said: "Everything will be decided by Master."

  The Daoist master turned to the Sea Dragon and said, "I've seen your mischievous ways before. If you dare to be as presumptuous as you were last time at Jie Tian Peak, I won't be polite. Although you're a disciple of the Tian Shi sect, no matter how I deal with you, Tian Shi himself won't say anything about it. I'm very strict, so think carefully."

  The dragon king didn't care, and with a burst of energy, he rushed towards the path of the true person. With a mouthful of agreement, he said: "Master, rest assured, no matter what you instruct me to do, I will definitely follow it. I am willing to walk with you." In his heart, he thought: Although I promised not to speak out of turn earlier, I'm not speaking out of turn now! Master, I'm really sorry. The outside world is more attractive to me.

  Zhi Shui Dao Zun saw the ethereal Dao Zun and said, "We should bring Shanghai Long." He furrowed his brow and said, "Master sister, our time is limited. Bringing him along will surely cause us to fall behind."

  Dao Zun said, "It won't be a problem, even if I bring him along, the speed shouldn't be much slower than yours. Moreover, we two are going out, and if we don't even bring a disciple of a servant, it's a bit too unbecoming. It's decided then. Dao Ming, you won't be stingy about it, will you?"

  Daming didn't dare say another word at this time, and could only reluctantly say: "I'll follow your orders, Master."

  "Alright, I'll take him away then. In two or three years at most, we will return. With me and Zhi Shui guiding him, who knows, this kid's cultivation might even progress faster."

  I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all book friends for their support. This book has finally entered the top ten of the new book potential list. Today is a day off from work, so I specially released a chapter early. If there are no issues, I will update another chapter tonight as a token of appreciation for everyone's support.