"Junior Brother Ji, who is this…?"
Qi Hao looked at the white-clad woman with surprise, then subtly glanced at Lu Xueqi.
Junior Sister Lu is aloof by nature. There's no way she'd know someone out here.
So… this woman must be Junior Brother Ji's acquaintance?
Hiss—why does she have a faint demonic aura?
Zhang Xiaofan scratched his head.
Seventh Senior Brother is just too charismatic, isn't he?
Little Senior Sister, Lu Xueqi, even that demonic sect girl seemed to have some special thoughts about Seventh Senior Brother. And now, a demon?
I don't get it…
Cough, cough. Ji Changfeng cleared his throat.
He briefly introduced the three-tailed fox, explaining that she was a spirit beast he had subdued and would serve as a guardian beast for the Qingyun Sect in the future.
Qi Hao and Zhang Xiaofan nodded in understanding.
They offered a polite bow to the three-tailed fox. "Greetings, Fellow Daoist Three-Tails."
Caught off guard, the three-tailed fox hurriedly returned the gesture while holding the six-tailed fox, flustered. This was her first time interacting so cordially with righteous cultivators.
In the past, disciples from Incense Valley were always shouting for her blood.
"Let's head to Jieshi Mountain," Ji Changfeng said.
The group nodded, leaving Xiaochi Town. They found a secluded spot, summoned their treasures, and prepared to fly to Jieshi Mountain.
"Xueqi, you take Three-Tails. I'll carry Six-Tails," Ji Changfeng instructed.
"Alright," Lu Xueqi nodded.
The three-tailed fox had no objections.
The sword-flight technique allowed for carrying others by enveloping them in sword light, merging them with the flying sword.
The three-tailed fox handed the six-tailed fox to Ji Changfeng.
The group set off.
Whoosh—
Above the azure sky, dazzling sword arcs streaked by.
One arc, however, stood out as peculiar.
Unlike the righteous, immortal aura of Ji Changfeng and the others' sword lights, this one was tinged with a scarlet blood glow, emblematic of the demonic sects.
Quite odd.
A stick can fly like a sword?
That crimson light could easily be mistaken for some demonic sect overlord making an appearance.
Ancestor Fengyue, an Upper Purity realm rogue cultivator, was a renowned figure in the cultivation world.
As such, many rogue cultivators sought his protection.
The cultivation world was harsh. Demonic sects, in their pursuit of refining treasures and advancing cultivation, had long since moved beyond slaughtering mortals. They now targeted vulnerable rogue cultivators.
The essence and blood of rogue cultivators, infused with spiritual energy, were far more valuable than those of mortals.
To seek protection, many settled near Jieshi Mountain.
Over time, a city formed around it.
A city of cultivators—Fengyue City!
Whoosh!
Several brilliant sword lights flashed, drawing the attention of many cultivators.
The sheer speed of the sword lights was astonishing.
"Hiss—"
"Such sword-flight speed? Could it be some Upper Purity ancestor passing through?!"
"An Upper Purity ancestor—how terrifying!"
"Let's go, let's go. Don't disturb an Upper Purity ancestor, or we'll be in trouble…"
"Wait!"
Someone suddenly noticed something amiss, pointing skyward in shock. "Look!"
"That blood-red light behind them… could it be a sect leader from the demonic path?!"
"Hiss—rumors say both righteous and demonic experts are heading to Liubo Mountain. Could it be…"
"Is there some treasure appearing at Liubo Mountain?"
"Very likely!"
The cultivators exchanged glances, quietly dispersing, each wondering if they should head to Liubo Mountain to join the excitement.
What if… they could seize a treasure?
Whoosh—
The sword arcs halted just outside Fengyue City.
Ji Changfeng and the others knew their sword-flight technique was too conspicuous, so they switched to their "skating boards" to approach the city.
On the way, Qi Hao sighed in admiration. "Junior Brother Ji's sword-flight technique is truly a marvel of the world!"
"We covered ten thousand miles in just half a day."
Zhang Xiaofan nodded eagerly. "Yeah, yeah! Seventh Senior Brother's technique is so fast. I overheard those rogue cultivators below saying we're Upper Purity ancestors…"
At his words, the group exchanged glances, subtly eyeing Zhang Xiaofan's fire stick.
Upper Purity ancestors? More like a demonic Upper Purity overlord!
Lu Xueqi's soft, dewy eyes turned to Ji Changfeng, filled with tenderness, as if he were the only one in her world.
Ji Changfeng smiled faintly, meeting her gaze. Their eyes locked in a moment of silent connection.
The three-tailed fox observed quietly, lowering her head and saying nothing.
Just then, Qi Hao spoke up. "Junior Brother Ji, do you plan to share this sword-flight technique with the entire Qingyun Sect?"
His eyes gleamed with intent.
Though phrased as a question, it carried a deeper meaning.
Junior Brother Ji, are you aiming for the sect leader's position?
While Qi Hao had bought into Ji Changfeng's grand vision, he still wasn't sure of his true intentions.
Ji Changfeng smiled lightly. "This sword-flight technique, along with the sword arts I've mastered, will be shared with the entire Qingyun Sect to bolster our foundation."
Qi Hao's expression grew serious, and he declared loudly, "Junior Brother Ji, your righteousness is inspiring!"
"I'll support you wholeheartedly!"
With that answer, Qi Hao felt reassured.
Truth be told, though Ji Changfeng wasn't from the main branch, with the sword-flight technique and his peerless sword arts, who in the Qingyun Sect could oppose him ascending to sect leader?
Tongtian Peak?
Their opinions didn't matter!
Once Ji Changfeng held the sect's full prestige, Dazhu Peak would be the main branch!
"Seventh Senior Brother, I'll support you too!" Zhang Xiaofan chimed in eagerly.
He didn't fully understand what Ji Changfeng and Qi Hao were discussing, but…
No matter!
Seventh Senior Brother is the best!
Lu Xueqi's gentle gaze conveyed her unspoken agreement.
Whatever you do, I'll follow.
Thus, though Ji Changfeng hadn't yet claimed the sect leader's position, he had already secured the support of the next generation's leaders from each peak: Qi Hao of Dragon Head Peak, Zhang Xiaofan of Dazhu Peak, Lu Xueqi of Xiaozhu Peak, and even Zeng Shushu, the ardent admirer from Fenghui Peak.
"Alright, we've reached Fengyue City," Ji Changfeng said, steering away from the topic.
After all…
Qi Hao and the others didn't know he was already a disciple of the main branch. His ascension to sect leader was assured—no need to worry.
The group entered Fengyue City, immediately drawing the attention of many rogue cultivators.
But none dared approach, wary of causing trouble.
"Well, well! What fine young heroes!"
A jovial voice rang out behind them.
They turned to see a white-haired, plain-faced old man in tattered robes, holding a bamboo pole with a white cloth banner that read four bold words—
The Immortal Guides the Way!
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