Chapter 829: 829. Chapter 827: Qingyang Appears

829. Chapter 827: Qingyang Appears

"We're almost here; I hope we can find some clues here."

On the majestic city walls at the gate, a banner full of immortal aura fluttered; inside the city, it was bustling with people coming and going, cultivators shuttling along the streets, various immortal arts and treasures displaying the cultivators' identities and strengths.

The three flew into the city, with Lu Yuan taking Su Liyan toward the busiest and most prosperous immortal cultivator square in the city.

On the square, heads gathered; cultivators exchanged and studied their cultivation insights, while the market dazzled with a myriad of immortal pills, treasures, and talismans, attracting the gaze of many cultivators.

Su Liyan's eyes lit up; she quickly walked to a stall and carefully examined a treasure flashing with icy-blue light.

She picked up the treasure, observed it closely, and silently pondered in her heart.

Lu Yuan looked at Su Liyan's serious expression, smiled, and walked to her side, asking, "Do you like this treasure?"

Su Liyan turned to look at Lu Yuan, nodded, and said, "Yes, but repairing my Ice Crystal Long Whip is still the most important."

Lu Yuan lightly patted Su Liyan's shoulder, "Don't worry, I'll handle the repair of your Ice Crystal Long Whip."

A flash of gratitude crossed Su Liyan's eyes; she knew Lu Yuan had always been silently supporting her.

She looked at Lu Yuan, bowed deeply, "Thank you, Lu Yuan."

Lu Yuan gave a faint smile, said nothing, his eyes revealing his care and trust for Su Liyan.

Zi Xi'er gazed upon the bustling immortal city before her, and a familiar feeling welled up in her heart.

She knew this city would be the key location for them to find clues next.

Following behind Lu Yuan and Su Liyan, she quietly observed everything around her.

The three weaved through the crowd and finally arrived before a large shop.

Lu Yuan looked at the blue token in his hand, reached out to push open the shop's door, and a strong immortal aura rushed toward him.

The shop's interior was exquisitely arranged, with various immortal pills, treasures, and talismans neatly displayed; a shop assistant busily tidying the merchandise saw the blue token in Lu Yuan's hand, his expression shifted slightly, and he immediately respectfully informed the shop owner.

Upon hearing the news, the shop owner hurried over; seeing Lu Yuan, he showed delight and hastily bowed, saying, "Esteemed guest, you have finally arrived!"

Lu Yuan gave a slight smile, handed the blue token to the shop owner, "I am Lu Yuan."

"I heard you've been looking for me?"

The shop owner nodded excitedly, saying, "Yes, esteemed guest."

"We have been searching for you based on news gathered from all over Nan Zhou. May I ask what assistance you need?"

Lu Yuan raised his eyebrows slightly, knowing the shop owner had found him for an important matter, "I need to learn about recent developments in Nan Zhou, as well as all information regarding the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect."

Upon hearing this, the shop owner's face changed instantly, his expression turning grave, "Esteemed guest, the recent movements of the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect are indeed worrisome."

"They seem to be plotting some great scheme, and your friends True Lord Po Tian and Hong Lietian are also playing important roles in it."

Su Liyan heard the shop owner's words, a hint of worry flashed in her eyes; she knew the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect wielded great power, and if they joined forces, they would pose a massive threat to the immortal cultivation world.

"We must quickly learn their plans and thwart their conspiracy."

Su Liyan said firmly.

The shop owner nodded, "Esteemed guest, rest assured, I will immediately arrange personnel to gather intelligence."

"At the same time, I will provide you with some necessary assistance."

Lu Yuan gave the shop owner a deep look, inwardly sighing; the immortal cultivation world changes rapidly, and they must stay vigilant at all times to protect themselves and those around them.

Zi Xi'er stood at the edge of the Hunlin Forest near Dongyun Island, gazing into the distance at that once verdant, shade-filled immortal city now covered in devastation.

A deep sorrow welled up in her heart; the Ziyun Clan's homeland had been attacked by a beast tide, but fortunately her sister Zi Cui Ling led the clansmen in brave resistance, quelling the disaster.

Behind her, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan walked silently, their faces full of worry and anxiety.

Zi Xi'er turned around, looked at the two, and a hint of determination appeared in her eyes: "We must quickly restore our homeland and find the root cause of this beast tide."

Lu Yuan nodded, gripped his Thunderfire Sword tightly, focused, and said, "We must uncover the truth behind this attack, lest we fall into danger again."

Su Liyan gripped the Ice Crystal Long Whip tightly, her eyes flashing with determined light: "We will surely find the answer and protect every member of the Ziyun Clan."

The three decided to first go to the Ziyun Clan, understand the detailed situation, then discuss the next steps.

They moved through the ruins; along the way, the shattered buildings and withered plants painted a desolate scene.

Arriving at the Ziyun Clan's main hall, Zi Xi'er's sister Zi Cui Ling was busily directing the clansmen to clean up the aftermath of the battle.

Seeing Zi Xi'er and the others arrive, she showed a relieved smile: "Zi Xi, you've come."

Zi Xi'er stepped forward, tightly gripping Zi Cui Ling's hand: "Sister, are you alright?"

Zi Cui Ling nodded, gazing at the distant Hunlin Forest with a solemn expression: "This beast tide came with tremendous force; we have done our best to quell the situation, but I always feel things are not simple."

Lu Yuan stepped forward, his expression solemn, "We have learned that the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect in Nan Zhou have recently shown abnormal movements; they may be related to this incident."

Zi Cui Ling's face changed slightly: "Black Flame Sect and Youhun Sect?"

"How could they possibly be related to us?"

Su Liyan said slowly, "Their power is vast; they are likely manipulating everything from behind the scenes. We must respond cautiously."

Zi Cui Ling furrowed her brows, worry rising in her heart: "If they are indeed involved, what should we do?"

Zi Xi'er said softly, "We must join forces, investigate the truth, and prevent greater danger."

Zi Cui Ling nodded, a flash of determination in her eyes: "Good, we must uncover the truth and absolutely not let the Black Flame Sect and the Youhun Sect succeed."

Under the Tian Ting, the foremost sect of Nan Zhou, another outstanding disciple of the Supreme Dao Ancestor—True Lord Qingyang—appeared in a proud and magnificent manner.

He wore a jade-green Dao robe, his hair flowing like a cloud waterfall, his eyes like clear, deep jade water under sunlight.

The appearance of True Lord Qingyang immediately caused a sensation throughout the immortal cultivation world, with disciples from various sects all discussing it.

Some praised his profound cultivation, some marveled at his aura as majestic as a mountain, while others secretly speculated about his true strength.

In a fierce contest, True Lord Qingyang defeated several top disciples single-handedly, displaying extraordinary, transcendent skill and accomplishment. (End of chapter)