Killing Me Wasn't Enough, You Had to Crush My Heart Too?
While Qi Yunshu was still in a daze, Lu Yang sensed something.
He raised his right hand, palm flat, fingers slightly spread.
The next moment, the golden energy permeating the Golden Sun Mountain Range seemed to be summoned by something, converging on his palm from all directions.
The golden energy that had been scattered and wandering among the peaks now seemed to have found its home, flowing into his palm in wisps and silently merging with the Spiritual Qi within his body.
Spiritual Qi and golden energy intertwined and surged in his palm, gradually transforming into countless golden threads as thin as hair.
These silk threads are fluid and flexible, flowing and turning between Lu Yang's fingers according to his thoughts, weaving, intertwining, and overlapping each other, finally adhering tightly to the surface of his palm, and condensing into a glove completely woven from golden silk threads.
The gloves fit the contours of each finger perfectly, allowing for free movement at the joints, and gleam with a subtle yet luxurious metallic sheen in the sunlight.
[Gold-Thread Robe (Superior Grade)]: Golden energy flows like silk threads, automatically protecting the body. The Spiritual Qi within your body can merge with the energy of the Metal Dao, automatically defending against all Law Technique and physical attacks coming your way. The strength of the defense is related to the strength of your Spiritual Qi energy and your level of understanding of the Metal Dao.
Lu Yang looked down at the understated golden glove on his hand and clenched his fist.
Unlike ordinary Spiritual Qi shields, the Gold-Thread Robe felt almost no obstruction.
Unlike a protective cover that separates the body from the outside world, it adheres completely to the skin's surface, naturally expanding and contracting with his movements without affecting his actions in the slightest.
Most importantly, this Gold-Thread Robe can be combined with one's physical strength and Spiritual Qi shield for enhanced defense.
Lu Yang doesn't even dare to think about how resilient he really is.
It is estimated that even a cultivator in the Early-stage Foundation Establishment might not be able to break through his defenses with a full-force attack.
He smiled broadly.
Qi Yunshu smiled as she looked at the gold-threaded glove in Lu Yang's hand.
He discovered that people do indeed laugh involuntarily when they are extremely speechless.
The smile on his face at that moment had Spirit Stone nothing to do with being happy.
As Nascent Soul True Lord, his understanding of the Metal Dao was naturally superior to Lu Yang's.
With just one glance, he could tell that this Gold-Thread Robe was a derivative Dao pattern resulting from the fusion of the Metal Dao Guardian and the Skillful Transformation lineages.
Judging from the intricate patterns and precision of the gold threads on the gloves, the quality of this pattern is probably quite high.
It's not much different from his own understanding of the way of defense!
The problem is... damn it... this kid's only at the Mid-stage Qi Refining!!
Just because of that brief discussion with me, he actually gained such a profound understanding of the Metal Dao Defense and the Skillful Transformation lineages?
Is this a person?
Qi Yunshu felt a chill run down her spine, her mind filled with unanswerable questions.
He even had a thought that he himself found absurd.
Could this Young Master Lu be someone who descended from the Immortal Realm?
A banished immortal descended to earth, frolicking in the mortal realm?
But then he thought it was impossible; he had never heard of any immortals from the Immortal Realm descending to the mortal world for training.
The barriers of Heavenly Dao are not child's play.
For a moment, Qi Yunshu felt that she couldn't see through this Young Master Lu at all.
He had lived most of his life, and all the strange and wonderful things he had seen and heard combined did not compare to the shock he had experienced in this one hour.
While he was feeling both confused and shocked, Lu Yang raised his head, looked at him sincerely, and humbly asked, "Master True Lord understanding of the Metal Dao is truly admirable. Do you have any suggestions for improving my Gold-Thread Robe?"
Qi Yunshu: "????"
His expression froze on the spot, and his lips twitched several times, but he couldn't manage a complete smile.
You kill people, fine, but you also have to destroy their spirit?!
He took several deep breaths before he could barely suppress his fluctuating Dao heart.
He then managed a somewhat amiable smile, his voice a little hoarse. "Young Master Lu's talent is extraordinary... I'm afraid I can't offer Young Master Lu any further guidance..."
Lu Yang didn't detect the complex emotions in his tone.
From their discussion, he could sense that Qi Yunshu had a profound understanding of the Dao of Metal Dao.
It was not much different from his own understanding of the Metal Dao when he was at the Peak Golden Core stage.
The problem is that back then, he was a super-enhanced version empowered by the Power of Money, and now his understanding of the Metal Dao is far inferior to that.
Therefore, Lu Yang genuinely wanted Qi Yunshu to offer some suggestions so that he could make targeted improvements.
Unexpectedly Qi Yunshu seemed unable to offer any suggestions.
Perhaps it's because the two have different research directions on Metal Dao.
The Metal Dao may seem like a simple main road, but the various branches that emerge from it are equally profound and complex.
Even mastering a tiny fraction of it is enough to benefit you immensely.
If someone could truly master the entire Metal Dao, they would probably be far more powerful than an ordinary immortal.
Lu Yang only felt regret for a short while before quickly recovering his composure.
He then smiled and looked at Qi Yunshu with sincere eyes, "Then you are welcome to come and discuss the Dao with True Lord disciple when you have time in the future."
In the short time that this discussion took, he felt that his progress was already quite obvious.
If he could frequently communicate with such Nascent Soul True Lord, his understanding of the Metal Dao would likely reach an even higher level.
Qi Yunshu stroked his beard, his smile somewhat forced, "Hehe... I'll definitely come when I have time!"
He verbally agreed without hesitation, but inwardly he was shaking his head vigorously.
Who wants to discuss philosophy with you?!
Are we that close?!
To discuss the Dao with you is simply to undermine my own Daoist resolve!
In just that short moment, he felt his Dao heart subtly fluctuate.
I'll need to meditate and regulate my breathing to calm down when I get back.
If this discussion continues a few more times, he might even start to doubt whether he is truly suited to cultivate the Metal Dao.
That would be a devastating blow to him!
This young man is terrifying...
Seeing that Qi Yunshu agreed so readily, Lu Yang's smile widened even more.
Old Qi is such a good person!
He was about to speak, wanting to strike while the iron was hot and continue the discussion.
However, Qi Yunshu seemed impatient and pulled Lu Yang away from the main hall, insisting on taking him to choose a deserted mountain range rich in Spiritual Qi right now.
Lu Yang was also looking forward to having his own uninhabited mountain range, so he did not refuse.
The two left the main hall and returned to the deck.
Bright sunlight streamed in, mingled with the faint golden hue unique to the Golden Sun Mountain Range and the crisp mountain breeze.
On the deck, Qin Nanyue and Lin Ying were whispering to each other.
The two were standing very close together, and it was unclear what they were saying.
Jiang Shiqing stood not far from the two of them, her hands clasped in front of her, standing quietly with an upright posture as if she had received strict etiquette training.
Qin Huan and the others were also whispering among themselves in the corner.
They had originally planned to continue observing the airship.
However, with the True Lord leader inside the hall, the group was somewhat restrained.
So they could only sneak glances at the layout details of the airship out of the corner of their eyes, just to feast their eyes.
Upon hearing the sound of the main hall doors opening, everyone on the deck almost reflexively stood up straight.
Qin Huan subconsciously straightened her clothes, Qin Xiaohe tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, and even Qin Lan's baby face showed a hint of serious nervousness.
Lu Yang's lips curled up slightly when he saw this.
For some reason, it gave me the feeling of a student seeing the head of student affairs.
Qi Yunshu had now stabilized her Dao heart.
He stood with his hands behind his back, his back straight, his beard and hair fluttering slightly in the wind.
Facing the young disciples of his own sect, he regained the dignified demeanor befitting a sect leader.
He nodded slightly to Lu Yang: "Young Master Lu, let's go. The most Spiritual Qi rich, uninhabited peaks are all deep within the sect."
Lu Yang nodded and instructed Wang San to control the flying boat and follow Qi Yunshu's guidance.
The airship changed direction in the air, its massive hull gliding silently through the clouds, heading deeper into the Golden Sun Mountain Range.
Those disciples of the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect who had been curiously watching from a distance had tactfully dispersed after Lu Yang and Qi Yunshu entered the main hall.
Are you kidding me? Watching the spectacle in front of the sect True Lord? Are you tired of living or have your sect's assessment gone too smoothly?
The sky was empty at this moment, with only the Flowing Light Flying Boat traveling through the clouds.
Lin Ying, Qin Nanyue, and the others exchanged glances after hearing what Qi Yunshu said, all of them somewhat confused.
An uninhabited mountain peak brimming with Spiritual Qi?
What's the meaning?
However, no matter how curious they were, they dared not ask too many questions in front of Qi Yunshu at this time.
We can only keep our questions to ourselves for now and wait and see what happens next.
Soon, the airship arrived deep within the Golden Sun Mountain Range.
Ahead, amidst the clouds and mist, a nearly transparent golden curtain of light could be vaguely seen, like a giant veil hanging from the sky, enveloping the entire heart of the mountain range.
Fine Runes flashed across the surface of the light screen from time to time, and the spiritual energy fluctuations were vast and profound. Just getting a few inches closer was enough to make people involuntarily hold their breath.
The Golden Rainbow Sword Sect's protective formation was right before their eyes.
As the sect leader, Qi Yunshu naturally had the authority to control the formation.
He raised his hand and made a Method Formula, and dark golden spiritual energy shot out from his fingertips and entered the light screen.
A gentle ripple spread across the light screen, then slowly parted to both sides, creating a gap just large enough for the airship to pass through.
The edges of the crack were coated with a layer of gold by spiritual energy, stable and smooth, without any signs of disorder.
The flying boat passed through the rift and officially entered the territory of the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect.
Suddenly, everything became clear.
The Spiritual Qi concentration in the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect was much higher than that outside, and the fog in the air became increasingly thick, making one feel more comfortable in their meridians with every breath.
The airship sailed forward and soon arrived above the wide outer gate square.
The sect's six peaks stand majestically around the plaza, their waists shrouded in mist, the outlines of eaves and pavilions appearing and disappearing in the fog.
Occasionally, disciples flying on swords would emerge from the clouds, only to be stunned upon seeing the giant flying ship, hovering in mid-air, at a loss for what to do.
Seeing these familiar scenes, Lu Yang and the others couldn't help but smile.
Qi Yunshu continued to give directions.
The flying boat passed over the towering main peak of Profound Metal Peak and then swept past several low-lying side peaks.
The terrain ahead became increasingly open, and a series of towering mountain peaks gradually emerged from the clouds and mist.
Although the Spiritual Qi energy here cannot compare to that of the main peak of Profound Metal Peak, it is already much stronger than that of the surrounding peaks.
The vegetation in the mountains shimmered with a faint spiritual light, and at the waist of the peak, a white ribbon formed from a spiritual spring cascaded down the cliff, the sound of the water faintly audible.
Qi Yunshu pointed to one of the peaks on the edge of the mountain range, then turned to Lu Yang and said, "The other peaks are all occupied by sect elders cultivating, but this one is uninhabited. Let it serve as Young Master Lu's cave abode from now on."
The mountain peak wasn't very high, but it had a beautiful shape and a flat, open summit. Several ancient pine trees leaned out from the cliff face, their gnarled branches strong and vigorous.
There is a natural spring on the mountainside. The Spiritual Qi rises with the water mist and condenses into a faint rainbow in mid-air.
The entire mountain stands quietly among the peaks, like a piece of uncut jade, waiting for its owner.
Upon hearing this, Qin Huan and the others, who had been mostly silent, widened their eyes and turned to look at Lu Yang and Qi Yunshu.
What did they just hear?!
According to the Sect True Lord, Lu Yang actually possesses an entire mountain peak as his cave abode?!
Holy crap... Isn't this the kind of treatment only sect elders and a very small number of direct disciples receive??
Isn't Lu Yang just an outer disciple?