[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends":3,"chapter-fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-chapter-143":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Xuanhuan: I Grow Stronger Just by Adding Friends!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},2055241,3195,"Chapter 143","fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-chapter-143",143,"\u003Cp>It is said that the higher the realm, the more the essence of cultivation will change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually shifting from oneself to the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the Sect Master has already reached this level!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great Dao of Heaven and Earth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing murmured, then shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For him, it was still a bit far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the time being, he must focus on cultivation and step into Spirit Connection first!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spiritual Secret Treasury!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the most mysterious and powerful secret treasury of the human body!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>On Lingxiao Peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many members of the Meng family were staying here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although their cultivation was average, the disciples passing by did not show any look of contempt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the contrary, they were very respectful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For no other reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who else could this be but the family of Master Meng... the Young Sect Master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They dared not be negligent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I never thought there would be a day I could stand here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A member of the Meng family said excitedly, standing by the railing, looking out into the distance, where the sea of clouds surged and the scenery was magnificent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, do you think we have a chance to enter the Profound Heaven Sect to cultivate?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone said full of anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forget it, look at your own aptitude, don't come in and cause trouble for the Young Master; wouldn't it be shameful to spend your whole life in the outer sect?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately someone retorted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's true.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That person nodded regretfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the entire Meng family, only the Young Master was particularly outstanding; they were all very ordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Clan Elders heard this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes showed a look of contemplation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, they also had this thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, cultivating in the Profound Heaven Sect would definitely have more prospects than in the family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the Young Master had just become the Young Sect Master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using private power to stuff people into the sect seemed not very good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Better forget it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, the aptitude of their own clansmen was indeed not good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps wait for the next generation, there might be good seedlings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu was also standing by the railing not far away, wearing a bamboo hat, her eyes under the brim somewhat dazed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It truly felt like a dream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, she really hadn't thought that Meng Zhangqing could reach his current stage, the Young Sect Master of a dignified first-grade sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, the strength Meng Zhangqing possessed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Novel group 714486770]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I remember back then, Senior Sister, you were crippled even more thoroughly than I was, so Zhangqing didn't inherit anything of yours, but why...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu found it somewhat hard to understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could only attribute it to Meng Zhangqing’s personal opportunities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the world of cultivation, although luck is invisible, it is extremely important.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many supreme powerhouses who rose from humble beginnings were like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the joyful voice of a clansman rang out, pulling back her thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu turned around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She saw a slender figure walking slowly from not far away, every step landing in the sunlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking bright and sacred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Voices rose one after another, all the clansmen, including the Clan Elders, bowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need for formalities, especially the Clan Elders.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing smiled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He used both hands to help up the Clan Elder at the front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was his third grandfather, the person with the highest seniority in the Meng family now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Young Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The third grandfather patted the back of Meng Zhangqing’s hand, his eyes full of gratification, and even a few tears, \"If the ancestors knew in the afterlife, they would certainly be extremely happy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then during festivals, I hope Third Grandfather can help me light an incense stick; I am cultivating outside, and it is quite inconvenient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Certainly, certainly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The third grandfather nodded hurriedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he had high seniority, he dared not show any of it in front of Meng Zhangqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the Young Master was no longer what he used to be, not only a dignified Creation Realm powerhouse but also the Young Sect Master of the Profound Heaven Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the words fell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing walked forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the clansmen cleared a path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew who the Young Master was going to find.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was the Association President.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a look from the third grandfather, all the clansmen retreated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Auntie.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arriving at the railing, Meng Zhangqing said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was tall and slender.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu stood in front of him, only reaching his chin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rich scent of a man rushed toward her, which also made Gu Hongyu sober up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You brat, you've really grown a lot.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Out of habit, Gu Hongyu raised her hand and punched Meng Zhangqing in the chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s all thanks to Auntie’s cultivation, otherwise how would I have today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Consider you have a conscience, this way, I don't have to worry about the rest of my life, I'll just rely on you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu took off her bamboo hat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Revealing a stunning face, as the breeze blew, her hair danced lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warm sunlight spilled onto her side profile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truly beautiful beyond compare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Meng Zhangqing, who had seen her many times, felt a sense of amazement in his heart at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What, drunk on my beauty again?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This familiar style of conversation made Meng Zhangqing recall his childhood.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Or perhaps before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, among the women I've seen so far, Auntie can rank in the top three.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing said seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? Top three? Is your luck with women that good?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu immediately raised her willow eyebrows, \"Back then, I was...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The words stopped abruptly here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere also became a bit heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Auntie, now that it's come to this, can you tell me about my mother?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing thought for a moment and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, it's not as complicated as you think, and there isn't that much love and hatred,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu sighed lightly, knowing she couldn't hide it anymore, \"It's just a story of creatures on the ground failing and falling while trying to resist the might of heaven.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you know the Zheng-Yi Holy Land?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holy Land?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing’s pupils shrank slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the world of cultivation, a Holy Land is a supreme existence, setting all the rules and regulations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like today's sect promotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its system was set by the supreme Holy Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he knew very, very little about the Holy Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only knew there was such a transcendent existence as a Holy Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't know the specifics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Tianling Province was just a remote province in the Southern Border, and he came from a small family, so he had even fewer ways to know.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Zheng-Yi Holy Land is the head of the four great Holy Lands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How overbearing they are.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They claim to be the orthodoxy of heaven, able to set the order of all things.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everything must operate under their rules; whoever oversteps is rebelling against the Heavenly Dao and deserves to die!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking of this, for the first time, a look of anger appeared on Gu Hongyu’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your mother came from an ancient clan and was also the most outstanding among the true disciples of the Linglong Holy Land at that time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, just because she saved a demonic cultivator, she was judged by the Zheng-Yi Holy Land!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They believed Senior Sister colluded with the demonic path and fell on her own!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She was forced to cripple her own roots, expelled from the sect, and even removed from the ancient clan's genealogy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I took Senior Sister and fled, came to Tianling Province, and later met your father...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu began to tell the story.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Which also gave Meng Zhangqing a clear understanding of that past.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although we escaped several assassinations, after giving birth to you, Senior Sister and your father passed away due to severe injuries.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps it was precisely because of Senior Sister’s death that this seemingly endless bumpy road finally stopped.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, that's what you wanted to know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu raised her hand and patted Meng Zhangqing on the shoulder lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As a Holy Land, did the so-called Linglong Holy Land just watch their disciple be crippled?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing looked very calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was not much emotional fluctuation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Zheng-Yi Holy Land is the strongest in the world; no one can compare to them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even among Holy Lands, there are gaps.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, the Holy Land suffered a great change back then, so they had even less energy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for the ancient clan your Senior Sister came from, how would they dare to challenge the Zheng-Yi Holy Land.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu shook her head, \"So I don't suggest you harbor hatred; it's best to forget this matter, cultivate well, and live a carefree life, which is also quite good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, there are still important matters to handle in the family, I'll be going now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Hongyu patted Meng Zhangqing on the shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before leaving, she stuffed a token into Meng Zhangqing’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is Senior Sister’s token; if you encounter trouble in the future, it might come in handy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving Meng Zhangqing standing there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let out a long breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing rubbed his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had actually thought about things being very high up, but he didn't expect them to be even higher!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Holy Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was a place from legends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't expect his biological mother and aunt to be disciples of a Holy Land!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s just... although Auntie’s tone was full of anger, he really found it hard to empathize.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he had never met his biological father or mother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any emotion requires time spent together to exist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could it be born out of thin air?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, instinctively, his bloodline still had a bit of indescribable emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But Auntie, some things, it's not that I can avoid them just by trying to forget.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing naturally didn't want to have a conflict with a dignified Holy Land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But was this something he could avoid just because he wanted to?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I don't walk toward the mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But sometimes, the mountain will come toward me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Must continue to cultivate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Zhangqing’s eyes narrowed slightly, and the sense of ease on his body also disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't want to hand his life over to an unknowable future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter what, at least he had to be strong enough to protect himself.\u003C\u002Fp>",1757,"2026-06-16T01:57:58.319Z","2026-06-16T01:58:13.594Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","c83fcbd033a637902442ede194387d6bc3193b19c9c0969ecab93ff941487ae3","fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-chapter-144","fantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-chapter-142",267,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffantasy-i-become-stronger-by-adding-friends-cover.jpg"]