Daoist Competition

Chapter 1561: Chapter 167: Welcoming a Distant Guest from 3,000 Miles Away

After Zhang Yan returned to the Cave Mansion, he sank the Divine Seal Mansion to the bottom of the Youtian Pond and only stopped when he reached a depth of three thousand zhang underwater.

This place is protected by the Mountain Gate Formation outside and a water ban inside, making it quite secretive. With the body hidden here, absolute safety is assured. Even if a formidable enemy were to invade the mansion, he would have already escaped elsewhere before reaching underwater.

Sitting in the Refined Hut for a moment, he felt Spiritual Energy rushing into the acupoint, circulating around his body, feeling harmonious, Pure Spirit, and far surpassing usual sensations. Therefore, he decided not to return to the Cave Mansion and continued breathing and adjusting here.

This meditation lasted until the fifth night when his energy returned to the Dan Acupoint. He woke up from meditation and, as he opened his eyes, a cold electric light seemed to leap out from within, flickering for a few moments before it disappeared.

He looked up, gazing at the Elixir Jade hanging in the air, noticing it had slightly shrunk in size.

He nodded quietly. This item is indeed extraordinary. In the Nascent Soul Third Realm, each step of mana enhancement is extremely difficult, especially given his profound mana, like a boundless ocean, making progress even harder. Yet, after this session of meditation, he clearly felt some slight advancement.

After observing for a while, a doubt arose in him.

Though this item is hard to come by, it is not scarce. On the day Zhou Chongju joined Mingcang, he was once granted several pieces, whereas considering Zhang Yan’s past merits for the sect, giving only one is unreasonable both emotionally and logically.

At this thought, his expression subtly changed. Could the Sect Leader be hinting at something?

After careful consideration, the only possibility seemed to be the emergence date of the Demon Cave.

Though all sects currently know the Demon Cave may appear within the next hundred years, the exact date is yet undetermined. Whoever knows it can have an advantage.

If true, then the time left for sword training is only sixty years.

His gaze slightly focused, pondering, "It seems I need to finalize my journey plans soon." With a gentle call, he released his Dharma Body from the physical form, and using the Water Escape Technique, swiftly returned to the inner hall.

Upon Zhang Yan’s return, Jing You approached with a report: "Master, Master Zhang visited yesterday, saying there’s a matter to discuss with you."

With a quick thought, Zhang Yan realized Zhang Boyant seldom sought him out actively; perhaps it was something important, so he said, "I have some time now, go invite Daoist Zhang here."

After a short wait, Zhang Boyant entered the Cave Mansion, paid his respects, and upon sitting down, stated his intention, "My disciple Zhao Yang wishes to visit the Six Great Demon Sects for a journey of experience, however, this might involve some matters elsewhere, hence I’m here to ask the Pavilion Master’s advice. If inappropriate, I can have him abandon this idea."

Zhang Yan pondered briefly. Zhao Yang’s knowledge, mainly from Demon Sect cultivation techniques, has only been cultivated at Zhao You Heavenly Pond. Though it increases cultivation, lacking devils makes it hard to train some powerful Divine Skills and Daoist Skills, so it’s not surprising he has such thoughts.

After some thought, Zhang Yan chuckled and said, "In my Daoist Temple’s view, there shouldn’t be any major conflicts between Xuanmen and Demon Sect for decades. Zhao Yang can go out to seek opportunities."

Zhang Boyant, receiving confirmation, chuckled, stood to bow and said, "Then I thank the Pavilion Master on behalf of my disciple."

Zhang Yan smiled and said, "No need for thanks. Only hope that Zhao Yang, while alone outside, can guard his heart well."

Zhang Boyant nodded deeply and said, "Pavilion Master, Zhang understands this."

After sending Zhang Boyant off, Zhang Yan contemplated for a while and then rode the Gang Wind to the Floating Heavenly Palace.

Given his current status, every action is significant. Now deciding to go to Shaoqing, it is necessary to inform the Sect Leader properly.

Upon arriving at the side hall previously mentioned, a Child entered to announce him. Shortly after, he was led into the hall and paid his respects to Sect Leader Qin.

Sect Leader Qin appeared more casual than before, smiling and saying, "Zhang Yan, do you find the Refined Hut satisfactory?"

Zhang Yan bowed with a smile, saying, "Disciple thanks the Sect Leader’s generous gift, but though the Refined Hut is good, it confines me somewhat."

Sect Leader Qin chuckled slightly, speaking with some depth of meaning, "You need not be hasty; for those who have rendered great service to the Mountain Gate, the sect will not treat them lightly. Just hone your cultivation to purity and await opportunity."

Stirred at heart, Zhang Yan nodded, then raised a hand in salute, saying, "This time I’m here to inform the Sect Leader that I’m preparing to depart for Shaoqing in three days."

Sect Leader Qin asked, "How do you plan to travel?"

Resolutely, Zhang Yan said, "Since holding the Sect Leader’s letter, I represent Mingcang, and should travel openly, without concealment, and go openly and honestly."

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