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In the distance, three beams of sword light suddenly approached, and their movement clearly indicated they were using the techniques of the Immortal Sect.
Recognizing them as members of the Immortal Sect, Li Hong called back Yue Que, maintaining a cautious stance while standing still.
As the three figures flew closer, the leading one was obviously at a higher cultivation level than the other two. The more Li Hong observed, the more familiar he felt with this person's figure. Upon closer inspection, he smiled and exclaimed, "Wei Ming! It's great to see you!"
The newcomer was indeed Wei Ming, the sixth disciple of Yajiangzi, the leader of Zhao Zhen Sect. At this moment, he should be addressed as Wei Mingzi.
Wei Ming was experienced and clever, embodying a sense of righteousness. He had always gotten along well with Li Hong. Over twenty years ago, when they entered Lin'an to protect Zhao Gou, they formed a deep friendship. Back then, Wei Ming's cultivation was already impressive; now he had reached the Golden Core stage and changed his attire to become a true elder of Zhao Zhen Sect.
Seeing Li Hong, Wei Ming's surprise was evident. He flew closer for a better look and spoke with a hint of emotion in his voice, "I can't believe it's you! None of our fellow disciples who went to Lin'an together believed you would join the Demon Sect. As expected, it wasn't long before news spread; we are quite proud of our judgment. What have you been doing all these years? We haven't heard anything about you."
Li Hong gazed at Wei Ming, his eyes slightly moist as he smiled and replied with four words: "Living in seclusion."
"Good!" The four men clasped hands tightly together, understanding everything without needing further words.
After nearly twenty years apart, Li Hong never expected that the first person he would encounter upon returning to Middle-Earth would be Wei Ming. They exchanged pleasantries for a while. It seemed that Wei Ming had been stationed in this area, so Li Hong inquired about the reason.
Wei Ming's expression immediately became serious as he spoke softly, "You're right; I am indeed stationed here because the Demon Sect is making big moves again!"
Li Hong was taken aback and blurted out, "Isn't Yandao Demon Lord severely injured? How can he still be causing trouble?"
"Old Demon is injured? Are you sure?"
Li Hong tactfully rephrased the situation regarding Old Demon being trapped in the Wandering Path of the Stars and barely escaping. Upon hearing this, Wei Ming became excited and rubbed his hands together. "This is great news; I need to report it to my master." He sent out a sound transmission talisman and continued, "Whether this is truly Yandao Demon Lord's command is still unknown because we both know how formidable his subordinates are—like Li Xiaolou, Water Demon Xiao Rushi, and Snow Demon Bu Xueyi. The Cultivation World is chaotic again. The Four Great Demon Halls are on the move everywhere, targeting small sects affiliated with the Immortal Sect, scattered cultivators, and cultivation families! My master hails from Lingnan; although he has been living in seclusion for many years, he still sent me here. If any demons dare to come here, I will immediately summon reinforcements. That's why I'm stationed here."
Upon hearing this, Li Hong's brows gradually furrowed.
Small sects, scattered cultivators, and cultivation families seemed insignificant; why would the Demon Sect target them?
Unexpectedly, Wei Ming's words unraveled this confusion. He said, "It's one thing for loose cultivators; generally speaking, they only acquire cultivation methods by chance, and overall their aptitude is not good, plus they have no connections. However, small sects and Cultivation Families are different. Small sects all rely on the Nine Major Sects; at the very least, they are affiliated with the former Heavenly Grain and Five Elements Sect. Each of them has ties to these major sects, and destroying them would mean striking at the face of the Nine Major Sects! The same goes for Cultivation Families! All Cultivation Families exist because of a prominent figure from one of the Nine Major Sects, and certain Spiritual Root attributes are passed down through generations. For example, my master’s family has had individuals with Earth Spirit attributes accepted into Zhao Zhen Sect for generations, and this generation has produced my master as the leader! So ultimately, Cultivation Families represent at least half of the foundation of the Nine Major Sects and cannot afford to lose any of it. Chu Hongzi, you were accepted as a disciple by Nine Li Sect due to your good aptitude; you are not from a prominent family, so you are unaware of these internal matters. But you surely know how difficult it is to find disciples with Fire Spirit attributes. Similarly, we at Zhao Zhen Sect also struggle to find disciples with Earth Spirit attributes. However, with affiliated Cultivation Families, they not only provide disciples with Earth Spirit attributes but can also help us find exceptionally talented disciples, saving us at least half the effort! Now do you understand?"
"Now I see! Truly, listening to your words is worth more than ten years of study!" Li Hong exclaimed in realization. The Demon Sect is targeting the foundation of the Immortal Sect!
At this point, Wei Ming glanced at Ling Yi Zi, hesitating to speak further. Li Hong immediately noticed and said with a smile, "Feel free to say what’s on your mind!"
Wei Ming hesitated before saying, "Have you heard any recent rumors about your Nine Li Sect?"
"What rumors?"
"Actually, it's no longer just a rumor; it should be considered fact. Ling Jizi has made a strange announcement at this critical juncture to close the Mountain Gate for ten years and not participate in any activities of the Immortal Sect. Implicitly, he means to cut off all ties with the entire Immortal Sect. The sect leader and all the leaders from the Eight Major Sects and Five Elements Sect sent letters; some even went personally to Lu Liang. Yet Ling Jizi kept his word—he neither accepted letters nor allowed anyone in, leaving our sect leader and my master outside! Speaking of which, Ling Jizi is truly talented; he isn’t afraid of being attacked by the Demon Sect again!" Wei Ming said with a hint of mockery.
Li Hong felt a sinking sensation in his heart while Ling Yi Zi's expression also changed. The two exchanged glances, and Li Hong heard Ling Yi Zi's voice transmission: "We can't say anything. We mustn't tell him! Our Nine Li Sect's reputation is at stake!"
After pondering for a moment, Li Hong could only agree with Ling Yi Zi's viewpoint and looked back at Wei Ming with an awkward expression.
Wei Ming noticed that both Li Hong and Ling Yi Zi were troubled and instead encouraged them: "Those people under Ling Jizi are simply not favored by the public; sooner or later, Nine Li Sect will fall under his hands. Just wait and see; perhaps they will end up crying and begging you to return and take charge! Hehe, I believe that day isn't far off."
At this point, Li Hong was already in low spirits and didn't want to go to Quanzhou to find his disciple Yue Ting anymore. After a short while, he bid farewell to Wei Ming and flew towards Southern Wilderness with Ling Yi Zi. The more he thought about it on the way, the more uneasy he felt.
Suddenly, Li Hong stopped abruptly and turned north without saying a word.
Ling Yi Zi quickly followed him and transmitted a message: "Are you thinking of going into Nine Li Sect right now to kill Elder Yao?!"
Li Hong shook his head: "That's not it."
"Then what do you intend to do?"
"I have something to do, and it has nothing to do with the Demon Sect or the Nine Li Sect; it's a personal matter. Master Uncle, you should return to Temple City first. I want to go alone."
Ling Yi Zi was still worried and pressed for details.
Li Hong had no choice but to say, "I want to check on Ling Xiangzi, Master Uncle, and Chu Xi's family."
"Are you afraid something might happen to them?"
"Yes." Li Hong's brow was filled with worry.
Ling Yi Zi sighed deeply, "Go ahead; I'll return to the Southern Wilderness myself." Seeing Li Hong turn to leave, he called out again, advising, "At your level of cultivation, I believe your mind is set on ascending to the immortal realm to reunite with Chu Xi. We really don't need to concern ourselves with matters of the Cultivation World anymore. Let them fight for power and war if they wish! We should stay in the secluded Temple City, quietly cultivate, and pursue our own path of enlightenment. Isn't that better? So, go quickly and return quickly. You initially planned to go back and meditate on the Dao; don't forget that."
Hearing this, Li Hong felt a warmth in his heart, nodded, and flew away.
Ling Yi Zi watched as Li Hong's figure disappeared into the clouds. After a while, he turned and headed towards the Southern Wilderness. His expression was complex; his earlier words were spoken from genuine intent, not pretense. But the problem was that even he did not understand why he had said such things. Was it a voice from deep within his soul?
Ling Yi Zi shook his head. Impossible!
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