Chapter 250: Not Seeing Them!

The crowd waiting outside Baiyun Guan saw this, and the sound of discussion rose and fell.

"The phenomenon has vanished! Is that a good thing or a bad thing?" "Do you think the Immortal has already achieved Ascension?" "Don't be stupid, no one can achieve Ascension nowadays. However..." "I just hope there will be a third phenomenon; I've already prepared my livestreaming equipment."

Some people left in disappointment, but more chose to stay. They set up cameras and pitched tents, looking every bit like they were prepared for a long-term stakeout. Among these people were the simply curious, sincere seekers of the Dao, and opportunists looking to stir up hype. This motley crowd formed a unique landscape.

In a luxury villa at the other end of the city, Zhao Fangxu looked at the latest news on his phone and finally let out a long sigh of relief. He put down his phone and walked to the liquor cabinet to pour himself a glass of whiskey. The amber liquid swayed gently in the crystal glass, reflecting his complex expression.

"It's finally over." Zhao Fangxu took a sip of his drink, but his brow furrowed tighter. Recalling the harsh words he had said to Luo Daming earlier, he suddenly felt a hint of regret. As the person in charge of the Company, he was used to handling problems with a forceful stance. But this time, he had clearly underestimated the weight of his opponent.

"Baiyun Guan is no longer that obscure little Daoist temple." Zhao Fangxu put down his glass and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window. In the distance, Baiyun Guan loomed in the night, like a mysterious symbol. "Especially that Lin Xuan..." He recalled the various rumors about Lin Xuan, and a hint of wariness couldn't help but rise in his heart. "Such a figure, whether friend or foe, cannot be easily offended."

Thinking of this, Zhao Fangxu immediately made a decision. He would personally make a trip to Baiyun Guan, not just to apologize, but to get a close look at this mysterious young Daoist. Perhaps this crisis could even be Zhuanghua into an opportunity.

"Someone come in." Zhao Fangxu pressed the intercom, his tone unprecedentedly solemn. "Prepare a gift of the highest specification, one worthy of the status of Baiyun Guan. Also..." He paused, "Help me request a meeting with Lin Daozhang; tell him I wish to consult him on some matters."

The secretary responded respectfully and immediately went to make arrangements. But Zhao Fangxu knew that seeing Lin Xuan would likely not be so easy. That young Daoist seemed to always have his own agenda and would not be easily swayed by anyone.

On the other side, in Fang Dongtian's room.

After a mystical transformation, Fang Dongtian had finally fully absorbed the medicinal power of the Nine-Turn Qi-Condensing Pill. He stood in the room, feeling the surging power within his body; the sensation was as if a giant dragon were swimming through his meridians. He attempted to circulate his cultivation technique and discovered that the Qi within his body had not only increased in volume, but its quality had also become incomparably pure, with an transcendent aura accompanying his every movement.

"Is this the power of the Pill refined by Lin Xuan?" Fang Dongtian muttered to himself, his eyes flashing with an extreme brilliance. He had lived for so many years and seen countless pills, but this was the first time he had seen one so miraculous. Even the hundred-year Fire Dragon Pill he had seen at Longhu Mountain back then paled in comparison to the Nine-Turn Qi-Condensing Pill before him.

Pushing open the door of the room, Fang Dongtian strode out. Every step was as light as if he were treading on clouds, his body glowing with a faint spiritual light. That unworldly temperament made it clear to anyone at a glance that he had reached a brand-new realm.

"This aura..." Xiao Qing and Xiao Bai exchanged a look, both revealing expressions of shock. Although they were snake demons who had taken human form for a thousand years, facing the current Fang Dongtian, they couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

When Fang Dongtian arrived before Lin Xuan and the others, his weathered face could not hide his excitement. This excitement did not come from the increase in his strength, but from his realization of the mysteries of the Dao. Years of experience told him that the significance of this breakthrough was far from as simple as it appeared on the surface.

"Congratulations, Fang Shiye!" Wang Ye was the first to offer his congratulations, his tone filled with sincere respect. As a standout of the younger generation, he knew very well what such a level of breakthrough meant in this era.

"Congratulations to Fang Shiye for the advancement of your Daoist practice!" Zhuge Qing followed, his eyes shining with admiration. Having recently experienced a heart demon himself, he was deeply moved by the transcendent aura Fang Dongtian was currently exuding.

Fang Dongtian nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over everyone's faces before finally settling on Lin Xuan. In those weathered eyes, a hint of emotional tears instantly welled up.

"Lin Xuan," his voice trembled slightly, "this old Daoist has lived for so many years, yet I have never seen such a miraculous pill. The efficacy of this Nine-Turn Qi-Condensing Pill has likely exceeded my imagination."

Lin Xuan's expression was calm, seemingly accustomed to such praise. This indifferent attitude only made him appear all the more extraordinary.

"Where is Luo Daming?" Fang Dongtian looked around, suddenly realizing. The master and disciple pair, who were usually inseparable, were missing his proud disciple at this moment.

Hearing this, Zhuge Qing hurriedly explained, "Fang Shiye, Daoist Master Luo is currently at the temple gate. The phenomenon you triggered during your breakthrough was too astonishing; people have gathered outside, and he is currently handling these matters." As he said this, there was a hint of worry in Zhuge Qing's tone.

"Phenomenon?" Fang Dongtian was stunned for a moment, then recalled the resonance of heaven and earth during his breakthrough, and couldn't help but smile bitterly. "No wonder I felt the heaven and earth Qi was so active; I didn't realize I had caused such a big stir."

"It's not just a matter of the stir." Wang Ye took over, pulling out his phone with a wry smile. "Look, it's gone viral online. Some people are saying Baiyun Guan has an Immortal manifesting, and others are saying they saw a true dragon ascending to heaven. All sorts of rumors are flying everywhere, and it has already caused quite a sensation."

Fang Dongtian took the phone and looked at the clamorous comments, his brow furrowing. "This is trouble; the Company probably won't let this go easily."

Before he could finish speaking, Luo Daming hurried over, his expression looking worse than if he were crying. "Senior Brother, you've finally come out of seclusion. This has really blown up; those people online are cursing us quite fiercely right now. They're saying our White Cloud Temple disregards the safety of the public and is casting magic at will—it's complete nonsense!"

Fang Dongtian looked at his disciple's miserable face and smiled, patting him on the shoulder. "You've worked hard." The simple three words contained too much concern. He understood his disciple too well; he looked dignified on the surface, but in reality, he was more sensitive than anyone else.

Just then, a young Daoist suddenly ran over in a hurry. "Daoist Master, an envoy from the Tang Sect is requesting an audience, saying they want to see Lin Daozhang!"

Hearing this, Lin Xuan swept a calm gaze over, his tone so flat it was almost cold: "Not seeing them." It carried an unquestionable majesty.