Dong... dong...
The melodious chime of bells echoed through the Qingxuan Sect.
All disciples of the Qingxuan Sect rushed towards the Grand Hall. Everyone knew that something major had happened, otherwise, such bells would not have rung.
Qin Feng felt confused. He could sense many people heading in the same direction. What had happened in the Qingxuan Sect? He didn't understand.
If Wang Feng were by his side, he would surely explain, but Wang Feng had been left behind in Qingxi City to watch over the people of the Taishi Sect. By now, they should be on their way back. Therefore, Qin Feng didn't know what was happening in the Qingxuan Sect. However, judging by the five-colored auspicious clouds in the sky, someone must have broken through to the Mahayana stage, which was why the bells were rung to summon the disciples.
Ye Shen, standing beside him, looked at Qin Feng and asked, "What should we do? Should we continue to stay here?"
Qin Feng shook his head and said, "The cultivation of the Mahayana stage has reached a level beyond comprehension, just one step away from ascension. We are not disciples of the Qingxuan Sect, so there's no benefit in staying here. If we anger this Mahayana expert, he might kill us with a single thought. Therefore, we should hurry down the mountain and return to our original residence!"
Ye Shen nodded. She could also sense that something was amiss with the Qingxuan Sect, so the two of them began to walk down the mountain.
Along the way, no Qingxuan Sect disciples obstructed them. The bells were summoning them, and even if something earth-shattering occurred, it had to be put aside for the moment; they had to gather as quickly as possible. Qin Feng returned to his residence unimpeded.
There were still many medicinal ingredients here that he could use for alchemy. He could continue to cultivate by utilizing the illusion array to hide the thousands of Red Alert legions here.
At this moment, in the Grand Hall of the Qingxuan Sect, thousands of disciples had already assembled. A white-bearded old man at the forefront said, "We have gathered everyone here today to announce an important matter. Our Qingxuan Sect's Sect Master has reached the Mahayana stage. He is the only one to have reached the Mahayana stage in 1000 years. From today onwards, the Qingxuan Sect is the number one immortal cultivation sect in the world. In no time, our Sect Master will hold the position of Immortal Venerable. Our Qingxuan Sect can finally hold its head high again. The Taishi Sect once took away our title as the number one immortal cultivation sect, and today is the day it will be returned."
"Wow! Long live!"
"Long live Qingxuan Sect, long live Sect Master."
The disciples of the Qingxuan Sect were ecstatic. Having a Mahayana expert meant that no one would dare to bully them. It also meant that the Qingxuan Sect was the orthodox sect of the world, and their cultivation techniques were the most legitimate among all immortal cultivation sects. Otherwise, why would other sects not have Mahayana experts, while only their Qingxuan Sect achieved it?
This was not just a matter of pride; it also concerned the future prospects of the disciples. Now, their Sect Master had set an example for them. As long as they diligently cultivated the Qingxuan Sect's techniques, they could reach the Mahayana stage. Once they reached the Mahayana stage, they would be just one step away from ascension. Thus, the excited disciples cheered joyfully.
The elders of the Qingxuan Sect were also overjoyed.
One of the elders scratched his head and asked doubtfully, "Our Sect Master has reached the Mahayana stage, so why isn't he coming out to see us? According to the Qingxuan Sect's rules, when the Sect Master's realm improves by a level, a grand assembly should be convened, and this meeting should be presided over by him. Why isn't the Sect Master coming? Could there be some unforeseen circumstances?"
Another elder, equally puzzled, said, "There won't be any unforeseen circumstances. The cultivation of the Mahayana stage allows one to transcend life and death and exist in harmony with heaven and earth. Once this realm is broken through, there will be no torment from inner demons. I believe the Sect Master must have his own matters to attend to. Let's wait a little longer. The Sect Master always values the sect rules; he will definitely come. Everyone, please remain calm."
After saying this, an elder sensed something was wrong. He immediately walked out of the Grand Hall and looked up at the sky. Then, he said in bewilderment, "The five-colored auspicious clouds in the sky are moving outwards, as if they have already left the Qingxuan Sect's boundaries. What's going on?"
Another elder, with stronger cultivation, also came to take a look. He stroked his snow-white beard and said, "According to ancient records, when one first advances to the Mahayana stage, five-colored auspicious clouds will appear in the sky. These clouds will gradually shrink until they converge above one's head and merge with the Mahayana cultivator, at which point they will cease to exist. This means that these five-colored auspicious clouds represent the location of the Sect Master himself. He doesn't seem to have come to the Grand Hall but has gone somewhere outside the Qingxuan Sect."
Hearing this, an elder frowned deeply and said, "What should we do about this? Should we go and search for the Sect Master?"
The elder waved his hand and said, "The current Sect Master's strength has reached a level beyond comprehension. If he doesn't want to be found by us, we will never be able to find him. Moreover, the Sect Master must have his reasons for leaving the sect. However, I believe that according to the Sect Master's style of conduct and his extreme respect for the sect rules, he will return. Everyone, just wait here."
Everyone nodded and then returned to the hall to wait quietly.
Meanwhile, Qin Feng had just successfully refined a batch of Body Tempering Pills.
His alchemy skills were becoming increasingly proficient, and he had digested a lot of the alchemy notes left by Elder Yao. He now had over a fifty percent success rate with Body Tempering Pills. Before long, he would be able to refine higher-level pills.
Qin Feng was very happy. In this world, he had as many medicinal ingredients as he wanted. Pills that increased strength were not a problem at all in this world. Before long, he would be able to possess a powerful Red Alert legion. As long as he had enough strength to ensure his safety, he could use resources to improve his own strength.
Thinking of this, Qin Feng showed a happy smile.
Just then, a terrifying power instantly enveloped him, and that suffocating feeling returned.
This made Qin Feng feel as if he were facing a formidable enemy. He looked up at the sky and saw that the five-colored auspicious cloud had actually enveloped his head. At the same time, a familiar figure appeared before him; it was the Sect Master of the Qingxuan Sect, that little girl.
She was holding a bag of potato chips and eating them with relish. Seeing Qin Feng's discomfort, she asked with confusion, "Why are you sweating all over?"
Qin Feng gave a wry smile and said, "Because you are in front of me! Your power makes it hard for me to breathe. Can you tone it down a bit?"
The little girl heard this, patted her forehead, and then nodded, "I'll try my best."
A moment later, Qin Feng let out a long sigh of relief. He had finally returned to normal.
He looked up at the little girl and said with surprise, "I didn't expect that the Mahayana expert was you. Actually, I should have thought of it earlier, but I just couldn't confirm it. Congratulations!"
Hearing this, the little girl did not feel happy. On the contrary, a hint of dejection appeared on her face. She said, "Since I came back to life, I've eaten a lot of delicious things. The snacks you gave me are the best gifts I've ever received. I wonder if you could give me some more? This might be my last meal!"