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Chapter 830

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On that day, Song Qingming was repelled by a sword from the woman surnamed Yun. Although the injuries on his body were not fatal, they were somewhat severe.

If it were according to Song Qingming's usual situation, even with normal healing elixirs to help treat the injuries, it would take at least two or three years to slowly recover.

But now, after only a short month or so, Song Qingming felt that the injuries on his body had recovered by seven or eight-tenths, which really made him unable to understand what had happened.

Seeing Song Qingming's confusion, Liu Yang, who came to his side, hurriedly explained to him: "I know you don't understand. Junior Brother, the reason you were able to recover so quickly is that you used the 'Returning Yang Pill' refined by Master himself.

This is a rare fourth-tier spirit pill; not only can it quickly recover injuries, but it can also enhance the physical constitution of cultivators.

Master only refined a few of them in total and treasures them tightly. Let alone us, even Senior Sister Li hasn't been rewarded with one! It is only because you, Junior Brother, made a great contribution to the sect this time that you could enjoy one. I'm afraid we won't have such good luck in this life."

Hearing Liu Yang's explanation, Song Qingming also felt that, besides the fact that most of his injuries had recovered, there was indeed a slight difference in his body. He hurriedly shook his head with a smile: "I don't like to hear Senior Brother say this!

You also know that I am not someone who likes to be in the limelight. If I had a choice, I would rather give this opportunity to you than receive such a great favor."

"Master has already killed that person. Could it be that there is someone else behind her manipulating this matter?" Hearing what his Master, "Daoist Lingxu," said, Song Qingming refilled a cup of spirit tea for him and asked with some curiosity.

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"The cause and effect in the world are all like this. Perhaps it is destined that you should stand up and contribute to the common people of the world. You don't need to think too much about it."

"This is the Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant! So that's how it is."

Seeing Song Qingming's somewhat anxious appearance, "Daoist Lingxu" could not help but reveal a smile, shook his head, and turned to say to him:

"If you see Xuan Yi in the future, you can also help me bring a message to her."

Although our Grand Void Gate does not ask about worldly affairs, because we shoulder the heavy responsibility of guarding the True Demon Seal, if there is a need for other sects in the Donghuang Kingdom to help, they generally will not refuse.

At that time, although your cultivation realm was not high, your disposition was relatively calm, and you dared to speak your mind, which was exactly the same as me back then.

Only after Song Qingming finished recounting the process in one breath did "Daoist Lingxu" put down the teacup he had been holding and slowly said: "I previously always thought that the ones eyeing the True Demon Seal were the two demons, Old Demon Bai Gu and Yang Baixuan.

Back then, almost everyone in the entire "Grand Void Gate" knew that Master "Daoist Lingxu" regarded Senior Sister Li Xuanyi as his own and loved her very much, having long since treated her as half a personal disciple.

At that time, after Song Qingming obtained the "Devouring Heaven Imperial Thunder Art" in that mysterious stone tablet space, facing the numerous precious magic treasures around him, after some hesitation, he still chose to take the "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" in his hand.

"If you didn't say it, I would have thought you were really trying to be polite with me and save me some trouble."

Junior Brother Song, Master wants you to go find him immediately after you wake up.

"Master, are you saying that Senior Sister Li has left the sect? Is this true?"

It's just that her parents don't know about this yet. The old folks are getting on in years, and I'm afraid they won't be able to take it for a moment, so please help keep it a secret for now."

Only by tasting more can one naturally find the flavor that one likes and is suitable for oneself.

For this second matter, I actually just want to ask what kind of reward you want, or what you are lacking; you might as well tell me directly.

Seeing that Song Qingming had already understood his meaning, "Daoist Lingxu" nodded slowly and said: "The reason I called you here today is mainly because I have two things I want to ask you directly.

Coming to the "Donghuang Kingdom" cultivation world this time, besides responding to the sect's summons, Song Qingming originally wanted to take the opportunity to inquire about his own Nascent Soul formation.

Just as "Daoist Lingxu" said, a Soul Transformation cultivator like him, if he does not ask about worldly affairs, is already enough to protect the peace of the sect.

It was only after returning to the family that he gradually explored the specific uses of the "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant," and later he had been wearing it on his chest.

Now that the disciple's cultivation has reached the Golden Core ninth layer, the greatest expectation in my heart is to be able to condense a Nascent Soul. I hope Master can grant me an opportunity so that the disciple can also have the hope of impacting the Nascent Soul realm.

"I won't chatter with you here anymore; hurry up and go!"

"This magic treasure is refined with extraterrestrial essence sand and is extremely restraining to illusion secret arts in the world. You really have some fortune to obtain this item; it can also be considered a great blessing for our Grand Void Gate.

But facing major events concerning the billions of living beings in the entire cultivation world, it is impossible for them to really do nothing and let the "True Demon from outside the realm" wreak havoc on the world.

However, although this thing is good, you should also be careful in the future and not let people see it easily.

If it weren't for the "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" waking Song Qingming up in time, he would definitely have fallen for the woman surnamed Yun's tricks just like Fourth Senior Brother Zheng Xingyun, and the result of what happened later would probably be hard to imagine.

Seeing this, "Daoist Lingxu," who seemed to see that Song Qingming was somewhat worried in his heart, smiled and explained: "The person I killed was just a clone; there should be a main body behind her.

After hearing the explanation of "Daoist Lingxu," Song Qingming also felt a lingering fear in his heart. Having fought with that woman surnamed Yun for so long, he also did not see at all that the opponent was just a puppet clone.

That Wang Qingyun, who had just established his foundation not long ago, unfortunately fell at the mountain gate during the last demonic invasion.

That was why he specially invited Chen Qingxuan to set up this trap, wanting to take this opportunity to wipe out this group of demonic cultivators who coveted the True Demon Seal.

Seeing Song Qingming, whose complexion had almost recovered, "Daoist Lingxu" turned around, smiled at him, and waved his hand, signaling him to sit down beside him.

Suddenly hearing Song Qingming mention Li Xuanyi, the smile on "Daoist Lingxu's" face suddenly dimmed, and he said calmly:

Helping the sect deal with the invasion of demonic cultivators this time, although he experienced life and death and almost lost his life, being able to obtain a Nascent Soul opportunity because of this was something he really hadn't expected beforehand.

"The disciple will keep it in mind. Many thanks for Master's instruction!"

Just as Song Qingming turned around and wanted to leave, his gaze saw the teacup on the table, which suddenly reminded him of something he had somewhat forgotten. He arched his hands again and asked: "By the way! The disciple came to Donghuang Kingdom this time and has something else to give to Senior Sister Li. I don't know when Senior Sister will return. Does Master know?"

This time, seeing Song Qingming, who saw several empty teacups on the stone table beside him, without waiting for Master "Daoist Lingxu" to remind him, he hurriedly took the initiative to pick up the teapot on the table and went to the side to fetch water.

Facing the reminder of Master "Daoist Lingxu," Song Qingming was slightly stunned, smiled, and nodded: "Back then, my cultivation was low, and I only cared about myself. It was indeed somewhat ignorant of the height of the sky and the depth of the earth."

Even if it was just a clone, it was so powerful. Song Qingming also found it not hard to imagine the cultivation strength of the opponent's main body. Probably, even if she was not a Soul Transformation cultivator, she was not far off.

"The disciple bows and thanks Master for his great kindness!"

It took him a good while to come back to his senses. Under the active leadership of Zheng Xingyun, he came to the tombstone of Wang Qingyun behind the mountain and buried the pair of brand-new cloth shoes in front of his grave.

Fourth Senior Brother Zheng Xingyun had been in the sect for most of the time over these years. His feelings for the villagers of "Yanhu Village" under the mountain were definitely deeper than Song Qingming's.

The "Grand Void Gate" was, after all, a Soul Transformation sect with multiple Nascent Soul cultivators. Wanting to find a Nascent Soul opportunity was certainly not difficult for them.

Hearing what Master "Daoist Lingxu" said, that the "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" in his hand was still a very good treasure, Song Qingming, who had never been very clear about the value of this item, also had a hint of joy on his face. In any case, this "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" could break illusions that even Nascent Soul cultivators could not easily identify. This special divine ability was not something that ordinary magic treasures of the same tier could have.

"The disciple, serving the sect is a matter of course. How dare I take credit for this? Master, please do not be so polite with me."

Some things in the world always go against one's wishes. It seems that this wish of mine is difficult to achieve now.

"The disciple pays respects to Master!"

"The disciple accidentally obtained this item in a secret realm some years ago and discovered that it had the divine ability to dispel illusions, so I have been carrying it with me."

He also did not expect that this magic treasure he had obtained unintentionally back then would save his life at a critical moment.

"Junior Brother Song, Qingyun was discovered by you to have spiritual roots back then, and it was also me who brought him up the mountain. I have already arranged for people to inform his family under the mountain about his affairs."

The "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" that Song Qingming took out was exactly one of the spirit items he brought out from the "Wind and Thunder Hall" secret realm back then, and it was also a magic treasure with a relatively special use.

Looking at "Daoist Lingxu" sitting quietly on the spot, Song Qingming did not know what to say for a moment, could only arch his hands slightly to him, and then turned and left the spot.

After seeing Master "Daoist Lingxu," Song Qingming went to the mountain gate again, wanting to inquire about the news of the sect disciple Wang Qingyun.

Facing the sudden fall of Wang Qingyun, Zheng Xingyun also felt somewhat uncomfortable in his heart, but standing here, he still took the initiative to comfort Song Qingming.

This demon's illusion technique was something even I couldn't see through at once. Her true cultivation is definitely not as simple as you saw.

"As long as she is willing to return, the gates of the Grand Void Gate will always be open to her!"

Thinking of the scene where everyone was laughing and talking together in "Yanhu Village" when he first met Wang Qin and his wife, it seemed as if it were still yesterday.

Otherwise, if it is seen by some people with ulterior motives, I am afraid it will make things difficult for you because of this."

Even for someone like me, whose cultivation is enough to travel across the five continents and four seas, I must also shoulder the heavy responsibility of suppressing the True Demon and continuing the sect's inheritance.

"Many thanks for the spirit pill granted by Master. The disciple was able to recover so quickly."

At first, Song Qingming, who obtained the "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant," did not know the specific function of this magic treasure and could only judge that the grade of this item was above the fourth tier.

Seeing "Daoist Lingxu" put down the fishing rod in his hand and look at him with a smile, Song Qingming nodded hurriedly, then reached out and took out a Green Dragon Jade Pendant that he had been carrying close to his body.

Now, the disciple has not only entered the sect, but there are also many descendants of relatives around who need to be taken care of. I often feel the weight of the responsibility on my shoulders. If I can get what I want in the future, the disciple will definitely not forget the great kindness of Master and the sect!"

Seeing that Master "Daoist Lingxu" had already agreed to his request, Song Qingming also felt a burst of joy in his heart, hurriedly smiled, and bowed to him.

"Daoist Lingxu" heard this, shook his head gently, and said: "The higher the cultivation, the greater the responsibility. This is actually the same everywhere."

"Don't be so polite when you are outside!"

"Don't do this. I don't have the cultivation and divine abilities of Junior Brother. If I really encountered that demon, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to be a hero, and I would have already changed my fate and been reincarnated by now."

"The disciple does not often boil tea. I am afraid it cannot compare to Senior Sister Li and the others. I hope Master will forgive me!"

Seeing Song Qingming get up again and arch his hands at him seriously to express his gratitude, "Daoist Lingxu" put down the teacup and said calmly: "I still remember when I first met you back then, your cultivation was only at the Qi Refining realm."

If there are no accidents, Li Xuanyi will definitely be formally admitted to the sect as an inner disciple in the future. If she can successfully condense a Nascent Soul, she might even inherit the mantle of Master "Daoist Lingxu."

This demon's origin is unknown and has always been a hidden danger. I don't know if there will be an opportunity to find her again in the future."

You go back and recuperate well first. When I think about where to get one for you, I will send you a message to notify you later."

Now that your cultivation realm is high, your personality is becoming more and more disciplined. However, I don't really like this. It's better to be more open here."

If the sect doesn't have it, you can also wait.

"Between you and me as master and disciple, there is no need to be so polite. This time, if you hadn't discovered that person in time, I am afraid she really might have caused trouble. This little thing is also what the sect should give."

"Are you alright now!"

Now that he had some free time, Song Qingming immediately went to the sect main hall and found the Fourth Senior Brother Zheng Xingyun, who was in charge. As a result, after some inquiries, a look of surprise appeared on Song Qingming's face.

If the sect has it, I can let Liu Yang send it to you later.

Otherwise, if you only drink the same kind of tea every day, even if the taste is good, there will always be a day when you get tired of it."

Hearing this, Song Qingming nodded slightly and said nothing more. He took out the spirit wine he treasured, sprinkled three full cups on the ground, and then turned and left Wang Qingyun's graveyard.

Therefore, he was also cautious and walked on thin ice on the path of cultivation, not daring to take risks easily.

When his cultivation level rises, the responsibilities on his body will also increase accordingly. He cannot only see the small family around him for his whole life.

After hearing the guidance of Master "Daoist Lingxu," Song Qingming suddenly realized that he seemed to have thought too much in his heart over these years.

I didn't expect that there was a force hidden in the dark intervening in this matter. This time, they almost took advantage of the situation.

After Song Qingming brewed a pot of fragrant spirit tea and delivered it to him, "Daoist Lingxu" nodded with slight satisfaction and picked up the spirit tea to take a sip.

"There are thousands of tea flavors, and everyone can brew a different taste. The reason why our Grand Void Gate disciples must enter the world to cultivate is also to let them experience the various states of the world."

"Master's words are correct. The disciple has cultivated for so long and has indeed learned a lot from it. This is also thanks to the kindness of the sect's teaching!"

As long as the things you want are not too hard to find, I can also send a message to let them try their best to help find them."

After saying this, "Daoist Lingxu" returned to the stone table, picked up the teapot on the table, and slowly added a cup of spirit tea for himself.

"This time, we were able to hold the True Demon Seal, and everyone contributed a lot. You even risked your life to block that person for the sect at a critical moment. In any case, the sect should also show some appreciation for you."

Seeing "Daoist Lingxu" ask about the woman surnamed Yun that day, Song Qingming hurriedly recalled it carefully, and then recounted the situation that happened that day from beginning to end.

"Xuan Yi has already left the sect and may not return in the future. If you have something to look for her, you can go directly to the Li family in Yunlong Mountain to ask after you have recovered from your injuries. She should be there."

Song Qingming being able to stop the opponent in the canyon in the end was indeed somewhat lucky, thinking about it now.

The sect encountered such a big thing, let alone Qingyun, it was a stroke of luck that you and I could survive. We cannot force it."

After exploring along the coast for a while, Song Qingming soon discovered an old man wearing a bamboo hat and sitting on a reef. It was "Daoist Lingxu" who was fishing in the sea. He hurriedly landed and bowed to him.

Seeing Song Qingming put his magic treasure "Green Rhinoceros Jade Pendant" back into his clothes, "Daoist Lingxu" put away the fishing rod in his hand and took him to a thatched cottage on the side.

Including the process of his fighting with the woman surnamed Yun, Song Qingming also told his Master "Daoist Lingxu" everything without any avoidance.

Nothing more than sticking to one's original intention and doing one's best!"

Having cultivated for so many years, every time he encountered such things that were difficult to change, although Song Qingming had long since appeared very calm, he still often felt a trace of regret in his heart.

Seeing Song Qingming's lingering fear, "Daoist Lingxu" chuckled and said calmly:

"It was precisely because this item spontaneously protected its master that day that I woke up in advance. Otherwise, relying solely on my cultivation, I would definitely not have been able to see through that person's illusion technique. It was also a stroke of luck."

However, don't worry. This demon's target is not you, but the True Demon Seal. She shouldn't deliberately look for trouble with you.

I heard from Xingyun that they all fell for that person's tricks, but only you were not affected by her. I don't know the reason. Is it convenient to tell this old man?"

Under these circumstances, hearing that Senior Sister Li Xuanyi had suddenly left the sect, Song Qingming was indeed somewhat unbelievable and revealed a look of doubt.

Following Liu Yang's indication, Song Qingming did not go directly to the cave dwelling of "Daoist Lingxu" on the mountain top, but stepped on the clouds and flashed to the west side of "Jade Profound Island" below.

Song Qingming in the past always felt that the reason for this was because his cultivation was not enough, and he did not have enough power to control his own fate and that of his family.

"Hehe! I never stand on ceremony with others. If you really don't want it, then forget it!"

"Before you came, I also knew that you are now wholeheartedly wanting to break through the Nascent Soul realm and might have this thought. However, I don't have any spirit items to assist in Nascent Soul formation on hand for the time being."

"Many thanks for Master's instruction. The disciple has learned today!"

Last time when he was cultivating in the world in "Yanhu Village," Wang Qingyun's mother entrusted Song Qingming to bring him a pair of cloth shoes, but it was delayed because demonic cultivators suddenly invaded the sect.

When one day his cultivation breaks through to the Nascent Soul realm and he finds a stable place for his family in the cultivation world, perhaps he won't have to worry about these problems and can cultivate wholeheartedly.

This time, having one of her clones killed by me, her strength is somewhat damaged. I estimate that she won't come out to make trouble again in a short time."

Hearing Liu Yang's reminder, Song Qingming nodded hurriedly, stood up, tidied himself up a little, and then walked out of his room with peace of mind.

No matter what step you reach in your cultivation in the future, it is impossible to completely get rid of these causes and effects.

"Oh! That guy was actually just a clone. This is really unexpected. Fortunately, her main body didn't come. Otherwise, with my low cultivation, I'm afraid I wouldn't have the power to stop her."

Song Qingming, who learned this news, could not help but feel a burst of melancholy and stood there in a daze.

"If I had known this would be the result, I would rather not have discovered the spiritual roots on him back then. Perhaps he could have lived like an ordinary person and could have provided for his parents' old age."

"The causes and effects in the world all have fixed numbers. Although Qingyun's affair is unfortunate, this is not your fault or mine. Junior Brother Song doesn't need to think too much about it."

Seeing this, "Daoist Lingxu" also sighed slightly and nodded: "Hmm! I did indeed have the idea of accepting Xuan Yi as a disciple back then and supporting her to condense a Nascent Soul in the future."

Hearing the answer of his Master "Daoist Lingxu," Song Qingming felt incomparably surprised, and the face of Senior Sister Li Xuanyi appeared in his mind again. It was really hard to believe the answer he heard.

Seeing "Daoist Lingxu's" complexion change slightly and about to get up and leave, Song Qingming felt a shock in his heart and hurriedly stepped forward to arch his hands: "Master, please don't blame me. It was the disciple who spoke inappropriately just now."

Time turns, and these people have long since passed away like Wang Qingyun, disappearing in an instant! Why can't the many good partners in the world worth cherishing walk together, only to turn into tombstones standing in front of one's eyes?

Since establishing his foundation and taking over the family, Song Qingming has always felt over these years that he not only shoulders his own path but also bears the fate of the relatives and descendants around him and the entire family.

Hearing the reminder of Fourth Senior Brother Zheng Xingyun, Song Qingming, who had just stood up, looked at the tombstone in front and could not help but say:

"When you fought with that person that day, did she say anything to you? Tell me the situation that day in detail."

Although the injuries on his body had healed by more than half, Song Qingming still needed some time to recuperate to fully recover.

After returning to his residence, Song Qingming entered seclusion directly.

He began to regulate the injuries on his body while using the elixir materials in his hand to repair the "Jin Feng" and "Yin Jia" corpse puppets that had followed him for many years and were also injured.

The reason why Song Qingming was able to contain the woman surnamed Yun in the canyon last time.

The main credit was relying on the help of several puppets on his body and the "Ten Thousand Spirits Puppet Array." Only then could he circle with the opponent for such a long time and find the final opportunity to break the deadlock. (End of chapter)

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