Ling Qingzhu

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Ling Qingzhu (绫清竹)
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace; formerly associated with the Huangpu Clan of the Great Yan Dynasty
Occupation/Role	Successor and later Palace Master of the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace; one of the Heavenly Xuan Four Ancestors
Alias(es)	Jade Ancestor
First Appearance	Chapter 93
Status	Active

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Great Accomplishment Creation Realm	135	Refined most of the Nirvana Heart's energy after the Nirvana Tomb incident.
Life Profound Realm	218	Reached the realm ahead of schedule with Huangpu Jing's assistance.
Life Profound Realm Completion	266	Her breakthrough was enough to make Yuan Cang abandon his advances and leave.
Reincarnation Realm	577	Had only recently entered the realm when she considered abandoning Essence Power to focus on Supreme Power.
Returning Origin Realm, Late Stage	806	Advanced from not yet passing the First Cycle Reincarnation Tribulation to late-stage Returning Origin in roughly a year and a half; could contend with the Otherworldly Demon Emperor.
Dao Origin Realm	875	Passed her inner and outer tribulations; her sword strike was stated to threaten even an ordinary Immortal Grade Heavenly Sovereign.

Background / History

Ling Qingzhu arrived in Huangpu City as a distinguished guest claiming connection to the Huangpu Main Clan of the Immortal Dynasty. The local Huangpu Clan treated her with exceptional deference because of her identity token and apparent connection to Huangpu Ling. She learned of the Nirvana Realm tomb in the Heaven Flame Mountain Range and entered it through the Huangpu Clan's invitation, seeking an opportunity sensed through the Supreme Induction Art. 93 94

At the Nirvana Tomb, she was caught in the Tomb Master's scheme and nearly suffered a violation by Lin Dong. Mu Zi broke the Tomb Master's contingency plan, protected Ling Qingzhu during the Nirvana Heart's side effects, and guarded the entrance. This began Ling Qingzhu's goodwill toward Mu Zi. 120 135

After refining the Nirvana Heart, Ling Qingzhu advanced to Great Accomplishment Creation Realm, but her changed mental state disrupted her resonance with the Supreme Induction Art. She later answered Mu Zi's token, escorted Mu Lingsha to the Immortal Dynasty on her Azure Lotus, and publicly backed her to prevent others from coveting the admission token. 135

Her friendship with Mu Zi helped her confront emotions she had previously suppressed. By following her heart rather than denying her nature, she attained the state of mind needed for the Supreme Induction Art and progressed rapidly in comprehending Supreme Power. 293

Ling Qingzhu eventually succeeded as Palace Master of the Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace. Before Mu Zi's ascension, she intended to abandon Essence Power for Supreme Power, but Mu Zi persuaded her to cultivate both paths and gave her a Source of Supreme Power that could convert her Essence Power and preserve her strength after ascension. 577

After Mu Zi's changes strengthened the Tianxuan Continent, Ling Qingzhu's affinity with heaven and earth enabled extraordinary advancement. She became the Jade Ancestor, one of the Heavenly Xuan Four Ancestors, then ascended to the Great Thousand World and reached the Dao Origin Realm. 806 875

Appearance

Ling Qingzhu is a tall, exceptionally beautiful woman whose calm, ethereal presence is frequently compared to a lotus or fairy.

• Usually wears plain, light-colored or azure dresses. 93 231
• Commonly appears barefoot, without shoes or socks. 105 135
• Often travels while standing on an Azure Lotus Spirit Treasure. 105 135
• Initially wears a veil that conceals her face; later chooses to stop wearing it. 93 231
• Her sword aura is described as pure, sharp, and comparable to an unsheathed divine sword. 875

Personality

Ling Qingzhu is outwardly gentle, polite, and composed, but her reserved demeanor conceals a cold, private heart. As the Palace Master's personal disciple, she grew up surrounded by awe, flattery, and strict expectations; this left her with few people she could genuinely confide in. 229 234

She is proud, independent, and unwilling to become dependent on another person's strength. Her master's implication that the Taiqing Palace might need Mu Zi's protection wounded her self-esteem and strengthened her resolve to advance by her own path. 230 879

Around Mu Zi, Ling Qingzhu becomes markedly more relaxed and playful. She laughs, teases, pouts, and reveals a lively side she shows to no one else. 464 234 She later openly confessed her feelings for Mu Zi, accepted Mu Zi's boundary of friendship and sisterhood, and continued to value their bond. 463

Abilities & Skills

Supreme Induction Art

The Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace's inherited art allows Ling Qingzhu to sense and comprehend the power of heaven and earth.

• Her emotional acceptance and improved state of mind greatly accelerated her comprehension of Supreme Power. 293
• Became the first successor in Taiqing Palace history to cultivate Supreme Power. 455
• Possesses exceptional compatibility with the Source Martial Path and World Will; this allows unusually rapid advancement while connected to a plane's heaven-and-earth power. 784
• Received a Source of Supreme Power from Mu Zi, enabling her to transform Essence Power into Supreme Power independently. 577
• Her reliance on the Tianxuan Continent's power had a limit at late-stage Returning Origin Realm, making ascension necessary for further rapid growth. 806

Swordsmanship

Ling Qingzhu is a high-level sword cultivator whose attacks combine refined control, immense sharpness, and Supreme Power.

• At Dao Origin Realm, her sword intent reached perfection: it could manifest with thought and cause heaven and earth to resonate around it. 902
• Her chaotic sword light could split the sky and resonate with the stars upon her Dao Origin breakthrough. 875
• A full-force sword strike at Dao Origin Realm could threaten an ordinary Immortal Grade Heavenly Sovereign. 875

Nine Heavens Immortal Technique

A sword technique that manifests innumerable azure sword energies resembling lotus petals.

• Creates a sky-covering sea of sword energy that attacks from multiple directions. 223
• Suppressed Hou Ba, a peak Life Profound Realm Minor Accomplishment cultivator, despite Ling Qingzhu having only recently entered the Life Profound Realm. 223
• The technique exhausts significant Essence Power during prolonged combat. 224

Body Refinement

After recognizing physical weakness during the Ancient Tomb incident, Ling Qingzhu deliberately cultivated a body-refining technique.

• Restrained a Nine Yuan Nirvana Realm expert using physical strength alone. 202
• Simultaneously trapped three other Nine Yuan Nirvana experts with Essence Power and a Spirit Treasure. 202
• Her physical strength initially surprised Mu Zi, who considered it stronger than her own in direct close combat. 202

Spirit Seal

A green Spirit Seal appears on Ling Qingzhu's forehead.

• Obtained from the bottom of the Taiqing Immortal Pond. 293
• Its activation produces a powerful energy fluctuation. 293

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Azure Lotus Spirit Treasure — Her signature flying treasure and combat platform; carries her through the air and responds to her master's presence. 105 241
• Azure longsword — Condenses in her hand during battle and serves as the medium for her sword techniques. 222 223
• Source of Supreme Power — Gifted by Mu Zi; converts Essence Power into Supreme Power and reveals the fusion process for Ling Qingzhu's study. 577
• Spirit Seal — Green forehead seal acquired from the Taiqing Immortal Pond. 293
• Potent Aphrodisiac — A Nine Heavens Taiqing Palace legacy item she brought to Mu Zi; stated to affect even Reincarnation Realm cultivators. 492

Relationships

• Mu Zi — Closest friend and confidante. Mu Zi saved her at the Nirvana Tomb, supported her cultivation, and later gave her the Source of Supreme Power. Ling Qingzhu confessed romantic feelings, but accepted Mu Zi's offer of sisterly friendship. 135 463 577
• Taiqing Palace Master — Master and predecessor as Palace Master. Their relationship is shaped by high expectations, though the Palace Master also recognizes the pressure placed on Ling Qingzhu. 230
• Huangpu Jing — One of Ling Qingzhu's few friends; Huangpu Jing's cultivation method helps calm Ling Qingzhu's mind and aided her rapid breakthrough to Life Profound Realm. Huangpu Jing later joined the Taiqing Palace to remain at her side. 203 218 207
• Mu Lingsha — Mu Zi entrusted Mu Lingsha to Ling Qingzhu, who escorted her to the Immortal Dynasty and promised to protect her status there. 135
• Yuan Cang — An unwanted pursuer whose confession Ling Qingzhu firmly rejected; he withdrew upon realizing she had reached Life Profound Realm Completion. 266
• Lin Dong — Their first major encounter was hostile due to the Nirvana Tomb incident. Ling Qingzhu later recognized his exceptional aptitude and eventually maintained a more neutral acquaintance. 120 805
• Zi Ling / Ling Er — Ling Qingzhu recognized Ling Er despite her changed form and approved of her name. She later proposed the title Spirit Ancestor for her. 805 806

Story Role / Major Arcs

Nirvana Tomb

Ling Qingzhu enters the Nirvana Tomb after sensing an opportunity through the Supreme Induction Art. She obtains energy from the Nirvana Heart, survives the Tomb Master's scheme with Mu Zi's intervention, and later advances to Great Accomplishment Creation Realm. 94 135

Early Alliance with Mu Zi

After reuniting with Mu Zi, Ling Qingzhu helps protect Mu Lingsha's entry into the Immortal Dynasty. Their interactions gradually change Ling Qingzhu's emotional outlook and establish a close, mutually supportive friendship. 135 203 234

Eastern Xuan Region Conflicts

Ling Qingzhu advances to Life Profound Realm and demonstrates her strength against the Southern Xuan Region. She defeats a fellow newly advanced Life Profound Realm cultivator in seven sword strikes, then defeats Hou Ba despite his peak Minor Accomplishment cultivation. 218 223

Palace Master and Supreme Power

As her cultivation stalls, Ling Qingzhu faces pressure surrounding the future of the Taiqing Palace. She successfully cultivates Supreme Power, becomes Palace Master, and receives Mu Zi's guidance to retain both Essence Power and Supreme Power rather than abandoning either path. 230 455 577

Jade Ancestor

Following Mu Zi's ascension and the Tianxuan Continent's transformation, Ling Qingzhu advances to late-stage Returning Origin Realm. She receives the title Jade Ancestor, becoming one of the Heavenly Xuan Four Ancestors. 806

Great Thousand World

Ling Qingzhu ascends alongside Mu Zi's group rather than traveling alone. She later breaks through to Dao Origin Realm and continues pursuing a path that may transcend the Great Thousand World itself. 805 875 879

Notable Quotes

“I'm only like this in front of you.” 234

“Where the road leads, I care not, I just go.” 879

Trivia

• Ling Qingzhu's barefoot appearance draws frequent attention, but she considers it normal because she has always dressed that way. 105
• Her public image is serene and distant, while her combat style can become unexpectedly fierce and physical. 202 223
• She was described as the leading young talent of the Eastern Xuan Region aside from Lin Dong during the Southern Xuan Region confrontation. 223