Chapter 232: Uncle, when will you take me to find Daddy? (

Facing Li Daoxuan's inquiry, He Han said, "Isn't it said that the Peng Emperor of Taiyao Mountain fell here? Everyone is here to find opportunities."

"But just a year ago, someone actually dug up a piece of half-pure-blooded Suanni bone from below. For a time, countless people flocked here."

"Everyone is guessing that perhaps after the Peng Emperor fell, his storage bag scattered, and countless treasures were lost inside."

"But now people from the Vast Prefecture have come over, saying that the Peng Emperor did not fall, and this place is the place where a Suanni Demon Emperor died miserably, so we came over to try our luck too."

He Han said this with eyes full of anticipation and excitement.

Hearing this, Yan Xiaohu subconsciously looked at Zhou Qing.

After all, after they had trapped and killed the Peng Empress that time, upon returning to the Taiqing Sect, the Fourth Senior Brother had confessed everything to their Master.

Including Lu Yaoyao's two-stage promotion, the formation master inheritance, and the Suanni bone matter.

Zhou Qing also looked at He Han, who was full of excitement, and couldn't help but touch his nose.

There's nothing left!

The Peng Emperor's storage bag was snatched by Xuan Yuan Shuo before he died.

As for the Suanni bone, it must have been that when he self-destructed, he luckily left that one small piece, and the rest had long since turned into fly ash.

After all, the Suanni planted a blood curse on itself at the beginning, the purpose of which was to strictly prevent being refined into a magic treasure by Senior Xuan Qingzi after death, or having its essence blood purified.

But thinking about it, this is also good.

After all, as one of the five giants in the Eastern Region, if they didn't show up, they would be suspected of having already snatched the good things inside first.

But I didn't expect that He Han's next words made everyone's expression freeze.

"But eight months later, someone picked up two residual pieces of supreme-grade thunder spirit stones below; thunder spirit stones are too rare."

"After another period of time, including me, I heard unknown beast roars coming from below this abyss; hearing that kind of sound, it seemed like the blood in the whole body was about to freeze."

"Five months ago, many people saw a secret realm entrance appear below, but it disappeared in a flash."

Hearing He Han's words, the three looked at Zhou Qing again.

Zhou Qing frowned tightly.

What is going on? The situation seems a bit wrong.

Could it be that something was hidden under the former Spirit Skull Mountain, and the self-detonation of the Suanni and the Peng Emperor happened to open it?

Perhaps, this is really possible.

After all, the Eastern Region seems to hide many big secrets waiting to be excavated.

"Go go go, let's go inside and rest first!" Seeing the few silent, He Han, who realized it, was full of smiles and enthusiastically pulled the few toward the camp tent.

When he learned that the little Shimei was already in the mid-stage of Nascent Soul, He Han was so excited.

When he learned that the Da Shixiong was about to impact the Divine Transformation realm, He Han was even more excited.

When he learned that Zhou Qing was already in Divine Transformation, He Han was petrified on the spot, his eyes full of disbelief, just staring straight at Zhou Qing, unable to recover for a long time.

But seeing everyone's serious faces, not joking at all, He Han looked at Zhou Qing blankly, his throat dry, and couldn't help but swallow a mouthful of saliva.

After a long while, he stammered, "Zhou... Zhou Shidi, you... you really reached Divine Transformation?"

Zhou Qing's expression was calm, with a faint smile on the corner of his mouth, and he nodded slowly.

Wealth not returning to the hometown is like wearing brocade in the night.

When he saw Zhou Qing admit it, He Han only felt his head "buzz," and it instantly went blank.

He never expected that among the younger generation of the Taiqingmen, after Ghost Mastiff and Luo Lingling, Zhou Qing Shidi was actually the third to step into the Divine Transformation realm.

This is too incredible.

No, when he came back with Yan Xiaohu last time, he seemed to be only in the mid-stage of Nascent Soul?

It's only been a few years; where did the two transitional realms of late Nascent Soul and Great Perfection go?

Did you eat them?

Even more important is the comprehension of the realm of understanding; this thing is a natural chasm that traps countless people, you this this this...

For a time, He Han only felt mixed feelings in his heart.

When Zhou Qing was peeking at female disciples bathing with his unprincipled Third Shixiong Yan Xiaohu, he was in the late stage of Nascent Soul.

When Zhou Qing's Jin Dan shattered, and he never gave up, he was still in the late stage of Nascent Soul.

When Zhou Qing slaughtered in all directions, killing the five great geniuses of the Cangyan Dao Palace, he himself was still in the late stage of Nascent Soul.

And now, Zhou Qing, who returned from studying abroad, has become the Divine Transformation realm that countless people envy, while he is still standing still.

Seeming to see He Han's disappointment and shame, Yan Xiaohu stepped forward and patted his shoulder lightly, sighing.

"He Han Shixiong, I can understand your mood right now too well; don't forget, there are only four core disciples in the entire Little Spirit Peak, especially Old Four is still ranked behind me." Yan Xiaohu said.

After He Han heard this, he looked at Yan Xiaohu, and his heart finally felt balanced and better.

Yes, your Shidi has reached Divine Transformation; the one who should be most stressed and embarrassed should be you.

Yan Xiaohu said, "So, we can't belittle ourselves, let's work hard together; look, when you were in late Nascent Soul, I was only in Jin Dan Great Perfection, now you are still in late Nascent Soul, but I am already in mid-Nascent Soul."

"Now I'm just one small step away from catching up to you; we two brothers in adversity must support each other, you can't shake me off and advance secretly."

"Get lost!" He Han got anxious immediately.

He didn't even notice that Yan Shidi was already in mid-Nascent Soul.

God, what kind of place is this White Jade Tai Xu Academy, I want to go too.

Looking at the two playing around, everyone burst into laughter; it had been a long time since they had such a relaxed feeling.

Li Daoxuan hurriedly comforted them, saying that every step after the Nascent Soul realm is extremely difficult, so don't be anxious.

After all, Zhou Qing is a true monster; if you compare yourself to him, he can stimulate you to death.

Subsequently, the few rested here for a night and planned to return to the sect.

"He Shixiong, remember not to go down!" Before leaving, Zhou Qing exhorted again.

He Han nodded, then looked at Zhou Qing suspiciously: "Strange, when I came here a year ago, Master Mo also exhorted me like this; do you guys know something?"

Zhou Qing smiled without a word, just stopping at the right point is enough.

If there is really something else below, with He Han's current cultivation, I'm afraid there will be great danger.

Because there were too many people gathered at Spirit Skull Mountain, the departure of Zhou Qing and the others did not attract anyone's attention.

And this time, everything went relatively smoothly, and there were not too many twists and turns on the way back.

After Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu returned to Little Spirit Peak, Mo Xingjian, who received the news, immediately came out.

"Master!" The two saw Mo Xingjian's figure from afar, their eyes instantly moistened, and they knelt down together in excitement.

Mo Xingjian looked at the two who had been away from home for many years, his eyes slightly red, his hands trembling lightly, and he hurriedly helped them up.

"Good, good, it's good to be back, it's good to be back." Mo Xingjian kept muttering.

His gaze scanned the two back and forth quickly, and after ensuring there was no damage, the hanging heart was finally completely let go.

He didn't ask for them to be outstanding, only hoping that they could return intact every time.

【Heart Appraisal Point +9】

When he learned that Zhou Qing had reached Divine Transformation, Mo Xingjian was stunned in the room, unable to recover for a long time.

And the remark 【Mighty and domineering disciple】 above his head also quietly changed to 【Disciple with heaven-defying comprehension】 at this moment.

Although he knew that the Four Flowers Gathering at the Top was very powerful, he didn't expect it to be so terrifying.

In just a few years, leaping three stages, plus comprehending the realm of understanding, it seems that the Soul Severance realm will only be his stepping stone in the future.

At this moment, Mo Xingjian really didn't know what words to use to describe it, just patted Zhou Qing's shoulder with pride.

Everything is unspoken.

Zhou Qing also smiled honestly.

No matter how much scheming he needs to use to guard against others when wandering outside, in front of Mo Xingjian, he always longs to be the youngest disciple who never grows up.

"Master, I also broke through, okay!" Yan Xiaohu on the side saw this scene and spoke leisurely.

In the future, the eldest will gallop through the world with friends, the second sister will marry the prince, and Old Four goes without saying.

And his Earth Vein Foundation Establishment aptitude determined that he would likely only be able to linger in the Divine Transformation realm in the future; perhaps the heavy responsibility of caring for the master in his old age would fall on his shoulders.

Hearing the voice, Mo Xingjian immediately turned his head, looked at Yan Xiaohu, his eyes full of gratification, and praised loudly: "Well done!"

Subsequently, Mo Xingjian stood up, waved his hand at the two, and said loudly: "Go, go to the Jade Dining Hall! Master will hold a welcome banquet for you; having been away from home for so many years, I guess you've long been craving this home-cooked meal."

The two smiled immediately and nodded repeatedly.

Before they even went down the mountain, Sect Master Cao Zhengyang appeared with his hands behind his back.

His gaze fell on Zhou Qing for the first time, and when he confirmed that this child had really broken through to the Divine Transformation realm, his originally dignified face couldn't help but beam with joy.

With such a terrifying speed of progress, perhaps one day, his Taiqingmen might really produce a Soul Severance realm expert.

At this moment, he was even more certain of Zhou Qing's identity as the Little Sect Master.

"Greetings to Shibo!" The two saw this and hurriedly saluted respectfully.

Cao Zhengyang hurriedly helped the two up, his face full of kindness, "The Jade Dining Hall has already prepared everything; all the peak masters and core disciples are waiting for you."

Upon hearing this, the two were a bit flattered.

Yan Xiaohu hurriedly said, "Shibo, is this too grand? It makes people feel a bit embarrassed."

Cao Zhengyang waved his hand and laughed heartily, "It's fine, after all, Zhou Qing is back, and he broke through to Divine Transformation; this is a big event for our Taiqingmen."

Yan Xiaohu: "..."

I was just asking casually.

Zhou Qing also hurriedly said, "Shibo, really don't need to make such a big fuss, the disciple didn't go do anything big."

"You are worth it!" Cao Zhengyang looked at Zhou Qing earnestly.

Then he looked at Mo Xingjian, who was smug and whose nostrils were almost pointing to the sky, and said: "What are you still standing there for, let's go together; besides, there's a surprise."

Mo Xingjian's expression moved, seeming to have thought of something, and immediately said: "I advise you to be kind."

"Rest assured, among the large and small forces in the Eastern Region now, which one hasn't heard of my Taiqing Sect's prodigy, Zhou Qing? Besides, constantly hiding him away like this is actually a shackle upon him!"

Cao Zhengyang said no more, leading the group straight toward the Jade Meal Hall.

By the time Zhou Qing and the others arrived, the thirteen peaks of the Taiqing Sect had all gathered, and everyone was waiting.

There were also many Hall Masters and Department Heads, and even Grand Elder Duanmu Shu had unexpectedly come.

The core disciples of each peak stood behind their respective Masters, their faces filled with envy.

As they landed, Cao Zhengyang even intentionally slowed his pace by a step, letting Zhou Qing take the lead.

Yan Xiaohu, who had been puffing out his chest and about to stride forward, was also gently pulled back by Cao Zhengyang.

In the eyes of everyone, Zhou Qing was no longer that ignorant youth who had first entered the Taiqing Sect.

In the Five Sects War, he had beheaded five great prodigies of the Cangyan Dao Palace in succession, becoming famous in a single battle.

In the Battle of Canglan Mountain, he had handed over the Soul Severance realm mystical treasure, helping the sect break the formation and resolve a life-and-death crisis.

Furthermore, relying on his own knowledge of formations, he had keenly perceived the Cangyan Dao Palace's four-color killing formation backup plan, allowing the sect to prepare in advance and avoid major losses.

Now, among the younger generation, he had entered the Divine Transformation realm at the youngest age and in the shortest time; such an achievement had long since made everyone look at him with respect.

Whether it was the outer sect, inner sect, true transmission, or core disciples, and even including the Peak Masters, who didn't think highly of him?

There is no time like the present; since everyone from top to bottom agrees, let's simply make it official today.

【Heart-Mirror Point +9】

【Heart-Mirror Point +9】

【Heart-Mirror Point +9】

Looking at Zhou Qing, who stood stunned and somewhat uneasy, the notes above the heads of Lu Yaoyao, Li Daoxuan, Shi Zhen, and even Gao Xuan were flickering rapidly.

Mo Xingjian and Yan Xiaohu, standing behind him, also wore expressions of being moved and happy.

"Greetings to the Little Sect Master!"

The next moment, everyone bowed in unison.

Zhou Qing hurriedly waved his hands and quickly turned to look at Cao Zhengyang.

Cao Zhengyang stroked his beard and said unhurriedly, "This wasn't decided by me alone! It is a result that the entire Taiqing Sect discussed years ago. Given that you were studying at the Bai Yu Taixu Academy, we didn't dare to disturb you."

Zhou Qing only felt his heart pounding; although he had sensed something years ago,

and even the notes from Senior Uncle Gao Xuan and Immortal Xuanyou had changed to 【The Bold and Careful Little Sect Master】 and 【Taiqing Sect's Little Sect Master】,

but honestly, he had never thought about sitting in that position one day.

Afterward, he hurriedly looked at his Master.

Mo Xingjian smiled, "You have grown up, but whether you take it or not depends on your own choice."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qing could not help but ponder.

He looked up and saw all the high-level members and core disciples of the Taiqing Sect gathered together, especially those gazes full of expectation and trust, which gave him a deep sense of mission.

After a brief moment of thought, he immediately made a decision in his heart.

He took a deep breath and returned the bow, saying, "My teachers and fellow disciples, what virtue or ability do I, Zhou Qing, have to deserve such a heavy responsibility?"

After a brief pause, he continued, "Since I entered the Taiqing Sect, I have relied on everyone's guidance and help to attain my current cultivation and insight."

"However, the position of Sect Master concerns the rise and fall of the Taiqing Sect. I... I feel that I still lack experience and fear I am not yet capable of such a great task."

As soon as Zhou Qing's words fell, a wave of light discussion erupted in the hall, and everyone showed surprise, as no one had expected Zhou Qing to refuse.

Mo Xingjian, standing behind him, revealed a faint smile at the corner of his mouth.

He looked at Cao Zhengyang without a trace.

My precious disciple has achieved the Four Flowers Gathering at the Crown; you think a mere Sect Master position is an honor, but to him, it is a true shackle.

The world he is to walk is not one you or I can imagine.

Cao Zhengyang sighed softly; although Junior Brother Mo had made a bet with him long ago, hearing it for real still left him somewhat disappointed.

But seeing the situation was somewhat awkward, he had to step forward.

There was not a hint of blame in his gaze, but rather understanding and appreciation as he whispered, "Are you sure?"

Zhou Qing bowed and said, "Thank you, Senior Uncle, for your high regard, but this disciple truly hasn't considered these things."

Seeing that he did not seem to be joking, Cao Zhengyang had to nod.

He then looked at the crowd and said, "Zhou Qing is a humble child, but his strength and his way of handling affairs are plain for all to see."

"Although he feels he lacks experience, this does not hinder me from making long-term plans for the future of the Taiqing Sect."

At this point, he paused and said, "How about this: I propose that Zhou Qing first be prepared as our Taiqing Sect's Little Sect Master. If a more suitable candidate appears in the future, we can discuss it again. What does everyone think?"

Upon hearing this, everyone hurriedly nodded in agreement.

Zhou Qing originally wanted to say something else, but Cao Zhengyang secretly transmitted his voice with a hint of teasing, "Why not save your Senior Uncle some face? Otherwise, it's too awkward."

Zhou Qing could only smile bitterly and solemnly bow to everyone again, tacitly accepting this arrangement.

The crowd erupted in cheers.

"Start the banquet!" the Jade Meal Hall Master shouted, and the crowd immediately swarmed around Zhou Qing, heading inside.

At the banquet, fine wine and delicacies filled table after table; the fragrance of wine overflowed, and the food smelled delicious.

Cao Zhengyang sat in the main seat, while Zhou Qing was arranged beside him, with the Peak Masters on his left and right.

Everyone raised their glasses one after another to congratulate Zhou Qing.

Looking at such a harmonious family, Zhou Qing felt a relaxation of body and mind he had never experienced before.

【Heart-Mirror Point +9】

【Heart-Mirror Point +9】

Soon, two more notification sounds rang out.

Zhou Qing was stunned for a moment, subconsciously looking at the people in the hall.

He saw that the note above Lu Yaoyao's head had quietly changed from 【Good Daddy】, which it was when she greeted him outside, to 【So Eye-Catching】.

Li Daoxuan's note had transformed from 【A Bit Over-the-Top Lecher】 to 【A Real Man Should Be Like This】.

The original note above Yuan Shijie Shi Zhen's head, 【The Meticulous Junior Brother Zhou】, had now also changed to 【The Dazzling Junior Brother Zhou】.

Even Senior Uncle Gao Xuan's note about him had changed, shifting from 【The Bold and Careful Little Sect Master】 to 【The Little Sect Master in Name and Reality】.

Other than that, there were no further changes.

As for his Master and Third Senior Brother, their notes remained the same.

Thus, the only people left bound were Er Daye, Xuan You Xianyou Xianzi, Master Xuanji, Elder Jiang Pu, and Bai He.

With two consecutive notification sounds, it seemed highly probable that the people from the Tianji Sect and the Qingyu Xian Sect had learned that he had returned and successfully reached Divine Transformation.

A slightly mocking arc appeared at the corner of Zhou Qing's mouth.

Ever since he learned the truth about Yuan Shijie Luo Xue's fall, he had no good feelings left in his heart for either the Jin Leizong or the Qingyu Xian Sect.

Afterward, Zhou Qing's mind entered his personal panel.

【Heart-Mirror Vision — LV5 (33/500)】

【Number of Bound People: 18】

Compared to the previous twelve, this time he had gained six more slots.

In this way, he must make good use of them; how others view him can sometimes save his life, and he could even use this to peek at some secrets.

"Next time I meet that person in white, I must use one on him, but I wonder if he really is the so-called Lin Jin?" Zhou Qing thought to himself.

While the Taiqing Sect was bustling with celebration, on the bank of a small stream in a certain mountain range, the Cangyan Dao Palace Master, Sikong Yan, dressed in a crimson robe, sat quietly on a custom-made bamboo chair.

At this moment, he held a slender fishing rod, his eyes focused intently on the water's surface.

Even the tiny ripples occasionally appearing at the fishing line could make his expression stir with excitement.

Not far away, a five or six-year-old girl wearing a pink floral dress was catching butterflies on a small hillside full of wildflowers.

Her giggling laughter echoed incessantly by the stream.

"Uncle, it's been this long, and you still haven't caught a fish?" Soon, the little girl, tired from playing, ran over with light, quick steps.

She stretched her neck and peered hard into the fishing bucket, her eyes wide open, full of curiosity and confusion.

Sikong Yan turned his head slightly, then reached out and gently patted the little girl's head, his voice low: "The fish are very cunning; Uncle needs to put in a bit more effort."

"Oh!" The little girl nodded as if she understood, then sat down beside Sikong Yan.

Resting her chin in her hands, she watched the babbling stream in front of her without blinking.

But soon, as if she suddenly remembered something, she pouted her little mouth and said softly, "Then Uncle, when will you take me to find Daddy?"

Sikong Yan's gaze was calm as he asked softly, "Then do you still remember what your Daddy looks like?"

Upon hearing this, the little girl shook her head like a rattle, her tone carrying a trace of confusion and disappointment.

"Nannan seems to have slept for a long time, and my head has been dizzy; I can't remember, but Nannan knows that Daddy loves me very much."

Sikong Yan's mouth curled upward as he said slowly, "Your Daddy has now turned into someone else's appearance; he knows you, but you don't know him."

"Why did he have to turn into someone else? Nannan wants the original Daddy." Tears immediately shimmered in the little girl's big eyes, as if she were about to cry at any moment.

Sikong Yan explained patiently, "Because, your Daddy underwent soul possession, and Uncle even helped him."

"What is soul possession? Why did Uncle help Daddy with soul possession?" The little girl was full of confusion.

Sikong Yan smiled slightly and said softly, "Because soul possession is good; it's a rebirth in another sense, just like Uncle."

Upon hearing this, the little girl shook her head again, indicating she didn't understand at all.

After a while, she couldn't sit still anymore, jumping and skipping to the side to pluck a few stalks of foxtail grass.

Then she ran back, mischievously reaching out to tickle the Palace Master's neck with the grass.

"Uncle, is it itchy?" She laughed while continuing her actions, giggling non-stop.

Sikong Yan laughed heartily, reaching out to grab the little girl's small hand, pretending to be helpless: "You little rascal, look how you've tickled Uncle; the fish have all been scared away."

The little girl stuck out her tongue, and seemingly discovering a beautiful butterfly, she broke free and ran toward the hillside.

Sikong Yan shook his head slightly, then looked to the side, seeing a figure arrive before him in the blink of an eye.

"Reporting to the Palace Master, Zhou Qing of the Taiqing Sect has returned and successfully reached Divine Transformation. Furthermore, Li Daoxuan has also initially comprehended a certain realm of understanding!"

The person who arrived was Wu Sha, who said respectfully at this moment.

(End of chapter)