Pilgrimage

"Brother, we're not going down the Immortal Path, what are we doing there?" Wu Yaozu asked. "We can learn from others' experiences!" Qin Ming replied.

The Ascension Academy is located in the next city and is very famous in the Kunling area. It only recruits Immortal Path Disciple, and the number is limited each year.

It can be said that this is one of the top choices for top geniuses who, over the years, have no connections, participate in the unified examinations step by step, and are eager to embark on the Immortal Path.

"Flying Immortal City is truly Niu Ben!" Wu Yaozu exclaimed. In this area, there are Tower to the Heavens that seem to reach into the clouds. It is said that they can attract lightning during rainy days to collect the Worldly Heavenly Light.

Furthermore, Golden Haze can often be seen streaking across the night sky in this area; even in the bustling city center, such light is not lacking. It is Consciousness Spirit Light with a slightly Pure Yang attribute, belonging to those who have achieved success on the Immortal Path and whose spirits leave their bodies.

Wu Yaozu exclaimed in surprise, "Brother, look over there! It's like a comet tearing through the night sky, piercing through heaven and earth!"

Qin Ming also looked solemn. In the dark night sky, an extremely dazzling light pierced through the clouds and fell towards the ground.

"Is this a senior at the Pure Yang level, who is traveling in Spirit Travel, entering the dark clouds to collect ' Heavenly Bloom ' and return, or is he refining himself with the Worldly Heavenly Light?"

"Judging from where he landed, it's Flying Immortal Institute."

Nearby, many people looked up, seemingly unfazed.

Qin Ming looked on with envy and sighed, "The methods on the Immortal Path immortality are indeed extraordinary. It's truly carefree and allows one to ascend to the heavens at any time to gather vital essence."

Nearby, someone else sighed, "In the morning I travel to the North Sea, in the evening I visit Cangwu."

Wu Yaozu transmitted his voice. "Our path to Rainbow Transformation can also be advanced. Brother, you don't need to be envious. Your Heavenly Light Force can also leave your body, but at this stage you still need someone to pull you out. Once you reach the Outer Saint level, I reckon you'll be able to leave on your own."

"Don't say that," Qin Ming reminded him, especially after they arrived at their destination, that he shouldn't talk carelessly.

Although Ascension Academy is located in the heart of the city, the rolling hills and misty surrounding it truly give it the aura of Immortal Dao Field.

Qin Ming and Wu Yaozu entered smoothly without being stopped by anyone. Moreover, like them, many people from other academies came after hearing the news.

In this area, streaks of light occasionally flash across the night sky; most of them are the Consciousness Spirit Light from the students of this academy.

"As expected of the top-tier Immortal Path Academy, heavily supported by the Beyond the Mundane Pure Land, this is a gathering place for geniuses," an outsider exclaimed.

A wide-open space, with inscriptions on the ground and occasional wisps of light rising from it, the arena belonging to Flying Immortal Institute, was packed with people today.

Because the Old Senior is going to preach here.

Qin Ming and Wu Yaozu arrived relatively early, but the place was already packed with people, and even more were on their way.

Little Wu muttered, "What's going on? Why are there so many people?" He felt like he was being squeezed so tightly he was about to be lifted off the ground.

What surprised him most was that many girls were very excited and were rushing forward, not afraid of being pushed around at all.

Someone asked in surprise, "Don't you know who's coming? It 'Old Senior Sun Taichu, one of the leaders of the Immortal Path Beyond the Mundane Pure Land. His cultivation is profound, and he reigns supreme over the entire Night Mist World. With him personally coming here, who wouldn't want to come and listen to his teachings?!"

Wu Yaozu was completely bewildered, wanting to say, "Who is this veteran? I've never heard of him before!"

"Ancestor Sun's cultivation Near-Immortal, standing high above the clouds, overlooking the vast wilderness. He is the ultimate goal of us, and we have long admired him. Today, we have come to pay homage!"

"The disciples that Senior Sun took in have all become the backbone of my Immortal Path. Each one is stronger than the last. Even the youngest disciple is a Immortal Seed."

When people in the vicinity mentioned Sun Taichu, their faces lit up, demonstrating his high status and terrifying power. Everyone respected and submitted to him.

"His disciple Cui Chonghe has also arrived. It is said that he attained enlightenment at the age of three, truly Near Immortal Seed!" When Qin Ming heard this, he finally understood why the name sounded familiar.

He knew a senior figure would be coming, but he didn't expect it to be someone of this caliber. He really wanted to leave; this old man was indeed terrifying beyond belief.

This is the person who dared to slam his fist on the table against Cao Qianqiu, and is also one of the most renowned Old Senior in the Night Mist World.

Qin Ming tried to squeeze out of the crowd, but found that doing so would be very conspicuous, as a steady stream of Immortal Path Disciple were on their way, making it difficult to go against the flow.

"I reckon everyone who has embarked on the Immortal Path has come to Kunlun City, from disciples to seniors; no one wants to miss it."

"That's right, people from the Great Void Academy, Pure Yang Institute, and Ascension Dao Field have also come, each supported by people from the Immortal Land, Sunland, and Calamity Land respectively!"

In fact, many people from New Life Path, Secret Sect Path, and Mutation Path also rushed there, wanting to see the immortal face of this world-renowned Old Senior.

"Everyone, spread out and sit on the ground. You'll all be able to see Ancestor Sun." A Pure Yang Consciousness Spirit Light streaked across the night sky, and the voice rang in everyone's ears.

"Don't worry, Senior Sun will ascend to the void to preach." Another voice rang out. Finally, the place was no longer crowded.

Many people had been waiting for half an hour. Apart from Qin Ming and Wu Yaozu, who were getting impatient and wanted to leave, everyone else was looking forward to it. Suddenly, a grand wave came, and the entire Flying Immortal Academy became peaceful and quiet. Brilliant Golden Haze rippled from the depths of the academy into the night sky. Then, a golden Great Sun slowly rose, its light illuminating the entire area.

Many people exclaimed in surprise; everyone knew that Sun Taichu had appeared.

People saw an old man dressed in feathered robes, his sleeves fluttering, ascend into the night sky, like an immortal being, radiating Golden Haze that overshadowed many of the city's Advanced Fire Spring.

"In the past, even the Scorching Sun overhead was no more than this; it truly felt as if the sun had reappeared!" Even some of the older generation marveled at this.

Everyone knew that this was not Sun Taichu's physical body, but rather his Pure Yang Consciousness transformed into a life-sized human form, standing horizontally in the air.

"It is said that Senior Sun had white hair and a youthful face, but since he emerged from seclusion, some of his white hair has turned jet black. Indeed, his cultivation has become even more profound." A master on the Immortal Path sighed in admiration.

In the sky, the old man indeed had Black and White and white hair. "We have come on a pilgrimage to pay homage to the Ancestor!"

"Greetings, Senior Sun!"

Many people knelt down, coming to pay homage with devout hearts.

Qin Ming and Wu Yaozu remained silent. While everyone else kowtowed, the two of them standing there was rather conspicuous. Fortunately, there were many other people standing or sitting on the ground in the distance as well.

Because many members of the Esoteric Sect also came, it was impossible for them to kneel and pay homage to the Old Senior on the Immortal Path.

Sun Taichu's Pure Yang Consciousness sat cross-legged in the night sky, illuminating the Flying Immortal City as bright as day. He spoke calmly, "There's no need to worship me. Our path is about Near-Immortal and Truth Seeking. In the end, even Immortal Capital be abandoned. What's the point of worshipping an old man like me? To forge a path through this Night Mist World, one must have a fearless heart."

His voice was gentle, a completely different style from Cao Qianqiu's.

If Cao Qianqiu were here, a crimson Great Sun would loom overhead, and its natural pressure alone would make many experts tremble. Sun Taichu's Pure Yang Consciousness was vast but not domineering, and it was not intimidating, thus concealing its terrifying fluctuations.

Of course, he only mentioned it once, and he didn't stop those who insisted on kowtowing.

He first encouraged the disciples of the Ascension Academy, and then began to preach. In an instant, auspicious clouds and wine fell from the sky, the Daoist aura was strong, and glowing characters shone continuously in this area, which could help people comprehend the Dao.

"This old... senior is truly amazing!" Wu Yaozu sighed, swallowing back the words "old bird." He wondered if his ancestors on the moon could compare to this person.

Qin Ming sighed inwardly. Sun Taichu's chanting of True Words could make people resonate with those runes and fall into a state of enlightenment. This method was truly remarkable.

After nearly an hour, auspicious colors descended from the sky, Fire Spring sprang from the ground, and Golden Lotus with runes appeared in the void, covering the entire Ascension Academy with an astonishing and wondrous sight.

Many people gained a lot, finding new insights into problems that had troubled them in the past. Qin Ming, however, didn't feel anything special, because he usually grasped things quickly and didn't experience any particular improvement at the moment.

After exactly one hour, Sun Taichu stopped.

Many people awoke and immediately cried out, "Thank you, senior, for using your Immortal Method to enlighten us!"

A voice echoed from the golden Great Sun in the sky, "This is the release of your own potential. If you wish to embark on Immortal Path to immortality, you must first understand your true self."

Qin Ming's expression turned solemn. Sun Taichu was so powerful, sitting high above everyone else. Just how powerful had Cui Chonghe, whom he had taught for over a decade, become now?

"May I ask, senior, is your visit to Kunling to deal with that Auspicious Beast?" a middle-aged man asked, a master from the Esoteric Sect.

Sun Taichu nodded and said, "Well, this isn't a secret anymore. There's a crisis on that plateau, and it's not just about one Auspicious Beast anymore. But every crisis presents an opportunity; for you, there might be a chance to change your fate."

Soon, people learned that the Auspicious Beast Blood could accelerate the transformation of Consciousness Spirit Light into Pure Yang Transformation, rejuvenate the physical body, enhance one's innate talents, and prolong life; it was a mature Strange Blood Elixir.

Sun Taichu smiled and said, "This time, we're advancing along multiple routes, giving everyone a chance. We treat everyone equally. No matter which route you come from, as long as you make enough contributions while clearing the plateau, you can obtain the Auspicious Beast Blood. Actually, this is just a rehearsal for the Great Wilderness Expansion, so seize the opportunity!"

A woman transformed from Higher Aberrant asked, "In the eyes of someone as Near-Immortal as you, senior, that plateau is a major problem, considered a crisis. Can we... really pacify it successfully this time?"

"It's alright, there are powerful figures coming from all directions this time," Sun Taichu said.

"Excuse me, has Senior Cao Qianqiu arrived? I heard he was injured at Black White Mountain. I wonder how he is now?" someone asked.

"What do you think my master will do? He will come in person!" In the night sky, a crimson Great Sun appeared. Although it was not as earth-shattering as Cao Qianqiu's, it was still quite domineering, causing many people to sway and feel fear.

When Cao Qianqiu's eldest disciple Pu Heng, appeared, he possessed some of his master's true essence. Everyone was filled with apprehension, and this lineage was truly something to be talked about!

Pu Heng bowed to Sun Taichu, showing no disrespect to this Old Senior.

Then, he looked at everyone and said coldly, "In fact, my Pure Land lineage is enough. The others are just there to make up the numbers, wanting a share of the blood of immortality for nothing."

"What are you saying?!" Another blazing sun appeared, but it was different; the Heavenly Light seemed to be boiling, Taiyi the Pure Yang Light.

Pu Heng, bathed in the crimson Great Sun, was extremely domineering. He said, "So you're the disciple of that Sky Bearing Old Scoundrel? How are you still alive? At your advanced age, with your neck and below already buried, what are you doing out here!"

"Pu Heng, you want to explode, don't you?!" Sky-Pillar's disciple shouted.

"Heh, I'm not just talking about your lineage, the entire New Life Path is doomed. Is your master waiting for the Auspicious Beast Blood to prolong his life? And Six Sovereigns is about to lie in his coffin. Your path has no future, it's finally coming to an end." Pu Heng laughed loudly.

Suddenly, a golden, strange bird flew across the sky, with a young man in coarse linen clothes standing on it. His whole body radiated Heavenly Light, and with a loud boom, he punched Pu Heng across the void.

Puff!

The crimson sun that Cao Qianqiu's eldest disciple had transformed into, which was originally full of oppressive power, now showed cracks and then began to explode rapidly from one side.

Suddenly, a commotion arose. People were shocked. Today, all the important figures had appeared. This was truly going to draw disciples from all walks of life to pay homage!

(There's more to come!)