Chapter 379: Fusang Grand Gathering

The next morning.

Yuan Yao arrived early at the Wuding Pavilion, gathering together with Eldest Senior Brother, Second Senior Sister, Third Senior Brother, Fourth Senior Brother, and Youngest Senior Brother.

The Thousand Mountain Immortal Lord sat upon the high seat, his expression solemn.

Qian Jue Shan, seeing them assembled, gently raised his hand, and in an instant erected a barrier that cut off sound and prying.

Yuan Yao looked up and said, "Master, among the treasures we obtained in the Tianxue Mountain Range are many Yue family techniques and combat skills. We have discussed and decided to donate these Yue techniques to the Library Hall so that other senior brothers and sisters may also have the chance to practice them."

The portion of techniques belonging to Brother Ao Su, she had already handed over to him yesterday.

Cang Li said, "We will also donate some low- and mid‑grade artifacts to the sect."

As for high‑grade artifacts, they are, of course, for their use.

The spirit stones are naturally theirs as well.

Qian Jue Shan, after hearing this, nodded in agreement, "Hmm."

"This is the reward we received earlier for tracking down the true culprit of the Water Mirror Immortal Academy—one hundred thousand Top‑Grade Spirit Stones," Song Yan said, pulling out a storage ring.

"These are the high‑grade artifacts and several Saint‑grade artifacts I obtained from the Yue treasure, as well as some pills," Yuan Yao said, taking these items out of her storage space and nearly filling the entire hall.

Cang Li produced a storage ring and said, "From the spirit stones I gathered in the Yue treasure, a rough count shows ten Excellent Spirit Stones, 730,000 Top‑Grade Spirit Stones, 300,000 Mid‑Grade Spirit Stones, and over 40,000 Low‑Grade Spirit Stones."

"What do you wish to do?" the Thousand Mountain Immortal Lord asked, feeling rather pleased that they had earned so many spirit stones after venturing out.

Xiao Lingwei said, "Anyone who needs these artifacts may take them. As for the spirit stones, we have agreed to split them evenly."

Qian Jue Shan replied, "If you have already decided, then divide them."

In the main hall, the six of them gathered, distributing the spirit stones while conversing.

Xiao Lingwei suggested, "Yao Yao, if you can't spend these spirit stones, you might consider using them for cultivation."

Yuan Yao's eyes lit up, "I can use these spirit stones to arrange a spirit formation."

Cang Li raised an eyebrow, "Smart."

Ying Wuji said, "I may need to close off for a period of time."

"I will also close off," Xue Jin said, lifting his eyes slightly, "I intend to assault the Spirit Transformation Realm."

Song Yan said, "I will also close off."

"Why does everyone want to close off for cultivation?" Cang Li sighed deeply, as if a thousand‑jin weight pressed on his heart.

"I also want to close off for cultivation!" Yuan Yao exclaimed upon hearing them, feeling that she too could close off for cultivation.

The Thousand Mountain Immortal Lord, who had been closing his eyes to nurture his spirit, opened them and spat out two words: "No."

Yuan Yao was startled, looked up at Qian Jue Shan, and asked, a little puzzled, "Master, why?"

Qian Jue Shan said softly, "You have learned few sword moves; even if your cultivation has progressed, you cannot fully unleash your power in combat. Therefore, from now on, you must train swordsmanship under my guidance."

Yuan Yao thought that made sense.

She nodded seriously.

"All right!"

Cang Li looked up, "Master, I am far behind them. Do you have any way for me to catch up quickly?"

Qian Jue Shan also sensed his anxiety and gently reassured, "You specialize in pill refinement; even if your strength is less than Eldest Senior Brother and the others, it does not matter."

Cang Li said plaintively, "Master, that's as good as saying nothing."

Qian Jue Shan said, "Tomorrow you and Yao Yao will train with me; I will teach you the corresponding techniques and monitor your progress. Cang Li, Yao Yao, this training will be arduous—can you endure it?"

Yuan Yao and Cang Li exchanged glances, then, with solemn expressions, nodded.

Xiao Lingwei stepped between them, placed both hands on their shoulders, and smiled, "Second Senior Sister believes in you!"

Yuan Yao turned her head toward her, "Second Senior Sister, will you close off for cultivation?"

Xiao Lingwei shook her head, "I need to go to Fusang Island."

"Fusang Island?" Yuan Yao was slightly taken aback.

Fusang Island is one of the three islands.

The other two islands are called Wuliang Island and Feiyun Island.

Yuan Yao asked puzzled, "Second Senior Sister, why do you need to go to Fusang Island?"

Xiao Lingwei smiled lightly, "Because Fusang Island is my hometown. I am returning to visit my grandmother."

Yuan Yao felt a slight surprise, then smiled, "Second Senior Sister, please give my regards to your grandmother."

"Alright." Xiao Lingwei reached out and patted the back of her head.

Ying Wuji spoke, "Second Senior Sister, also convey our regards to your grandmother."

Xiao Lingwei nodded in agreement.

Immediately, she bowed toward Qian Jue Shan, "Master, Lingwei will be heading to Fusang Island to visit her grandmother, which will likely take about a month."

Qian Jue Shan said, "Very well. If you have any needs, be sure to inform me."

Xiao Lingwei smiled gently, "I do have a request."

Qian Jue Shan's lips curled slightly, "Speak."

Xiao Lingwei said, "Master, some of my junior clan members greatly admire you. If you could inscribe a painting for them to encourage diligent cultivation, I think they would be overjoyed."

"Very well," Qian Jue Shan nodded, "When will you set out?"

"The day after tomorrow."

"Then I will give you the painting tomorrow."

"Thank you, Master!"

At this moment, Song Yan turned his head toward Xiao Lingwei and asked softly, "Lingwei, do you need me to accompany you?"

Xiao Lingwei raised her hand and patted Song Yan's shoulder, "No need. Eldest Senior Brother, you should focus on your own cultivation."

Yuan Yao asked curiously, "Is Fusang Island fun?"

Xiao Lingwei raised an eyebrow, "Want to go?"

Yuan Yao's face lit up with anticipation, she nodded eagerly.

Cang Li cut in at once: "Yuan Yao, haven't you forgotten that you're supposed to follow and cultivate beside your master from now on? You're so weak—do you really think you can wander about like everyone else?"

Yuan Yao glared at him angrily.

"Ignore him." Xiao Lingwei chuckled, "Yao Yao, if you want to go, then wait half a year; Fusang Island will jointly hold a Fusang Festival."

"What is the Fusang Festival?" Yuan Yao's interest sparked instantly.

"The Fusang Festival is a traditional holiday of Fusang Island, held every seven years, mainly to commemorate the island's ancestors and to let the Fusang people hold a Sea Hunt Event." Xiao Lingwei explained, "The Fusang Festival lasts for half a month, during which time it will be very lively."

Yuan Yao's eyes shone as she said, "I want to go."

"The festival, then I, Cangaotian, will go join the fun too." Cang Li clasped his hands together and spoke with feeling.

Obviously, Song Yan and Xue Jin also became interested.

Ying Wuji, however, lowered his eyelashes, concealing the emotion in his eyes.

This Fusang Festival...

Many people will die.