Chapter 1751 - 1748: Xiao Yixian Discovers the Problem

Chapter 1751: Chapter 1748: Xiao Yixian Discovers the Problem

Yang Fei certainly understood that his conversation with Gan Qian and Li Yue couldn’t be hidden from Uncle Master Guanglingzi. Upon hearing his cold words, however, he was unafraid and laughed loudly, saying, "In the current situation, Lingxiao Sect is indeed a bit apprehensive being caught in the middle, which can be understandable."

Guanglingzi coldly snorted, "With my Shang Qing Sect’s protection, what does Lingxiao Sect have to worry about?"

"Though that’s true, the people of Lingxiao Sect don’t think that way. Compared to Wangxian Sect, Shifang City, and the Yan Family, Lingxiao Sect is too weak. The teleportation channel entrance is just within Lingxiao Sect’s territory, naturally making it a place of contention. As the Sect Master of Lingxiao Sect, it’s natural to have concerns and worries concerning the sect’s future prospects. Shang Qing Sect may be an upper sect to Lingxiao Sect, but if a powerful force were to take action against Lingxiao Sect, the distance makes Shang Qing Sect helpless, so it’s inevitable for Lingxiao Sect to consider its own future." Yang Fei explained.

Guanglingzi gave a light snort, seemingly understanding.

He was merely lamenting that after Lingxiao Sect produced a new Divinity Transformation Realm cultivator like Jiang Yao, there was hope for successors, unlike many sects and families that, when the lifespan of the previous generation of powerful figures ran out and there was no successor to follow, eventually slowly declined, disappearing from the historical stage of the Cultivation World.

Cases like Lingxiao Sect and Flame Moon Sect, which only have one Divinity Transformation Realm master to sit and guard, truly face an easy occurrence of a power gap in top-level combat strength.

Once such a situation arises, such sects or families rapidly decline.

"Young man, I understand your intentions, but you don’t really need to worry that much. Although Shang Qing Sect has undergone this great change, now with your master stepping into the Half Step Dao Unity Realm, top-level combat strength is once again replenished and even strengthened, ensuring ample ability to protect you completely.

Plus, due to the significance of your Earth resources, other forces cannot easily destroy the century-long agreement. With this hundred-year duration, Sect Leader and Master Wan might further advance.

Moreover, if you invest Earth’s genetic liquid medicine resources more into our Shang Qing Sect, the overall strength of Shang Qing Sect may leap significantly.

By then, not to mention the mere Southern Domain, even among the Five Immortal Domains, our Shang Qing Sect would have sufficient speaking power to fully protect the Earth humans you worry about. Why bother trying to support a minor sect like Lingxiao Sect?"

Guanglingzi spoke in as gentle a tone as possible.

As a top master in the Divinity Transformation Realm and nominally Yang Fei’s uncle master, he did not resort to intimidation but offered Yang Fei ample patience and respect.

Yang Fei dared to have that conversation with Li Yue and Gan Qian in front of Guanglingzi, showing he had no intention to hide or deceive in front of Shang Qing Sect.

Seeing Guanglingzi’s kind reminders, he sincerely said, "What Uncle Master says is indeed correct. Actually, ever since becoming a disciple of Shang Qing Sect, I’ve already regarded Shang Qing Sect as my backing. Especially since Master treats me exceedingly well, my feelings toward Master and Tian Nan Peak run deep. Therefore, my fate is intertwined with the sect, mutually achieving and depending on each other. As for building good relations with Lingxiao Sect and Flame Moon Sect, firstly, because these two sects are already under Shang Qing Sect’s jurisdiction, and secondly because of their unique geographical position next to Earth, I must maintain good relations with them. In the future, even if Lingxiao Sect and Flame Moon Sect grow stronger, they will be grateful to the disciple and further serve as a major aid to Shang Qing Sect."

Guanglingzi nodded silently, saying, "Although you weren’t guided and cultivated as a cultivator by my Shang Qing Sect from the start, the signs over the years show you have some affection for Shang Qing Sect. Since you’re aware of everything in your heart, Uncle Master won’t say much more. Just remember one thing: after Shang Qing Sect purged the poisonous couple Wang Yuanxiao, the sect became more united. For thousands of years, Shang Qing Sect has never let its disciples suffer grievances. Your status is special, and we older fellows will naturally cherish you more. As long as you have thoughts for the sect in your heart, the sect will always protect you."

"Thank you Uncle Master for the teachings, the disciple remembers."

...

Northeast direction of the Southern Domain, high in the sky, Xiao Yixian sat on the front of the Spirit Boat, eyes closed in cultivation.

Though this was a Spirit Boat, it was far more advanced than those owned by ordinary Core Formation cultivators, with a small cabin extending out at the back where Yang Qingchan sat quietly, not hearing the slightest wind noise, only feeling as if in an independent and tranquil world.

The Spirit Boat appeared to have automatic cruising settings, moving at great speed in steady progression, seemingly without the need for human control.

Yang Qingchan, sitting in the cabin, watched her master sitting cross-legged at the front, slowly calming her anxious and excited heart, feeling increasingly peaceful inside.

Master let her reside within the cabin to avoid the cold high-altitude wind, while he himself sat outside, a great kindness for her as his disciple.

Though the Cultivation World was unconstrained by trivialities, the difference between men and women remained, and Xiao Yixian saying this then made Yang Qingchan feel even more that her master was exceedingly thoughtful.

Though she knew her uncle had a dislike for Wangxian Sect, harboring deep resentment, yet since he agreed for her to apprentice under Xiao Yixian, following Xiao Yixian would surely be correct.

While lost in thoughts, having ingested the small bottle of genetic liquid medicine she presented as apprenticeship gift, the master suddenly stood up from his meditation.

Yang Qingchan grew apprehensive, hurrying to appear as though cultivating, fearing the master might think her of unstable disposition, lazy in cultivation, and hence critique her.

While Yang Qingchan felt tense inside, Xiao Yixian glanced back at her.

Though pretending to close her eyes, Yang Qingchan could feel those two piercing glances from her master.

Too sharp.

Her heart tightened, pounding rapidly.

Was her master truly this strict?

During her wandering thoughts, Xiao Yixian’s voice came through, "Qingchan, the small vial of genetic liquid medicine you gave to me, is it given by your uncle?"

Yang Qingchan initially believed her master noticed her neglect in cultivation to reprimand her but unexpectedly asked this question instead; pausing briefly, she quickly opened her eyes, no longer pretending to meditate, and answered honestly, "In response to Master, the genetic liquid medicine I use is all from my father. However, genetic liquid medicine used by my father and brother were mostly given by Uncle, besides the annual allocation we receive."

Xiao Yixian’s expression was neither joyful nor angry, and after hearing Yang Qingchan, merely nodded, saying, "You should know the preciousness of genetic liquid medicine in the Cultivation World, right?"

Yang Qingchan nodded, "I understand, Master. This substance is also extremely valuable as a cultivation resource on Earth."

Xiao Yixian said, "So if you have this substance, never reveal it lightly, especially..."

He paused, not continuing.

Yang Qingchan naturally understood the value of genetic liquid medicine, nodding repeatedly, "I understand, Master."

Regarding the unfinished words of Xiao Yixian, she was curious yet dared not ask further.

Especially what?

Xiao Yixian accepted Yang Qingchan as a disciple mainly to ease the conflict with Yang Fei; otherwise, as a Late Stage Peak of Divinity Transformation Realm master, renowned alongside Wan Daorong, with a great reputation in the Cultivation World, countless cultivators wish to apprentice under him, even the prominent direct lineage disciples of major sects and families take pride in joining him. Yang Qingchan’s aptitude is decent but not enough for him to proactively accept her as a disciple.

Of course, since accepting her as a disciple, Xiao Yixian genuinely cared, especially since this disciple gifted a small vial of genetic liquid medicine initially.

After saying goodbye to everyone, Xiao Yixian consumed the genetic liquid medicine.

As a cultivator, naturally he also wished to advance.

And shortly after consumption, he noticed the problem.

The potency of this genetic liquid medicine seemed to be greater than the last dose he received from Senior Brother Lu Qiushang.