Farewell Qingniao, Jade Pool Wonderland

Cihang stepped out of the bamboo house, dispelling the protective formation, and for once, began to appreciate Hundred Flowers Valley.

The abundant life force within the valley lifted Cihang's spirits considerably.

Although the doubts in his heart remained unresolved, Cihang had gained a great deal from this seclusion.

Not only had his injuries fully healed during this closed-door cultivation, but his cultivation had also advanced to Mysterious Immortal Peak.

The only regret was the lack of inherited techniques and divine abilities from his memories.

After all, in the future, he would cultivate both Buddhism and Taoism, with extraordinary inheritances and achievements in both.

While he didn't intend to cultivate Buddhist or Chan Sect methods this time, those top-tier inheritances would still be of immense reference value.

He could fully integrate them into his own inheritance using his own wisdom, creating a path of cultivation unique to him.

Now, without those profound truths of the Great Dao, perfecting his techniques would require a thousand times more time and effort.

This was not something that could be accomplished in a short period, nor was it suitable for deducing his own cultivation path here.

"My injuries have already healed, and it's time to leave!"

Cihang felt the urge to depart. While Kunlun was pleasant, it was not his ultimate destination.

He had left Mount Luojia since his transformation, and now it was time to return. In the vast Great Desolation, only Mount Luojia was his true foundation.

As for seeking a master and a path, Cihang no longer had any such thoughts.

It wasn't that he was giving up on cultivation, but rather that he no longer intended to place his hopes on others.

He believed that even relying solely on himself, he would forge a path in the Great Desolation that belonged uniquely to Cihang.

"Cihang, fellow Daoist Cihang, have you recovered?"

As soon as Cihang sensed the fluctuation of the formation, Qingniao had already arrived before him.

"Thank you for your concern, fellow Daoist. Cihang has fully recovered. My rapid recovery is thanks to the spiritual fruit you gifted me!"

Looking at Qingniao, Cihang couldn't help but smile.

Although he hadn't consumed the spiritual fruit, Qingniao was the first cultivator to show him kindness after he entered Kunlun Mountain.

"Being able to help fellow Daoist recover shows its value. You don't need to mind it too much.

Hmm? Not only have your injuries recovered, but your cultivation has also advanced. Congratulations, fellow Daoist, for turning misfortune into fortune."

Qingniao suddenly noticed the change in Cihang's cultivation. Cihang and she were originally of similar strength, but now she found him somewhat unfathomable.

"I truly did turn misfortune into fortune this time!

Now that my injuries have healed, it wouldn't be right to continue occupying your precious land. Since you're here, I'll take my leave from you now.

I am deeply grateful for your help this time. I happen to have a spiritual item here, consider it a farewell gift!"

Cihang took out a jade bottle and sent it to Qingniao with his magic power. Within it was a drop of Three Lights Divine Water.

"This is Three Lights Divine Water? This is too precious, I cannot accept it!"

Upon discovering the Three Lights Divine Water, Qingniao repeatedly refused.

Although she maintained a pure and kind heart under the protection of the Queen Mother of the West, it didn't mean she lacked knowledge.

This Three Lights Divine Water was far more precious than her spiritual fruit.

"I hope fellow Daoist will not refuse. Compared to your help, this drop of Three Lights Divine Water is nothing!"

Cihang's attitude was equally firm. Qingniao's kindness alone was worth this drop of Three Lights Divine Water.

"Alright, if that's the case, then I will accept it. Thank you, fellow Daoist."

Qingniao didn't refuse further and began to consider what to give Cihang in return.

Having cultivated under the Queen Mother of the West, Qingniao was quite wealthy and didn't worry about being unable to repay Cihang's favor.

"It was meant for you, so no need to be polite.

Cihang will take his leave now. If fellow Daoist has free time, you are welcome to visit Mount Luojia in the South Sea. Cihang will surely welcome you with open arms!"

"Wait, weren't you here to seek a master and a path? Why are you leaving already!"

Qingniao put away the Three Lights Divine Water and quickly called out to Cihang.

"That is indeed true, but it seems I have no fate with Kunlun. Now it is time for me to return!"

Having glimpsed the future, Cihang no longer had any intention of seeking a master.

He now urgently needed a stable environment to deduce his own path.

The opportunities he had glimpsed also required sufficient strength to participate and obtain.

"Don't say I didn't give you a chance. I spoke to Your Ladyship about you earlier, and she is also interested in meeting you.

You must seize this opportunity. If you can gain Your Ladyship's favor, she will surely take you as a disciple.

Although Your Ladyship rarely ventures into the Great Desolation, her power is no less than that of the Three Pure Ones!"

Qingniao looked at Cihang with a proud expression.

Hearing this, Cihang was surprised for a moment. He truly hadn't expected such a turn of events.

"Thank you, fellow Daoist. I no longer hold out hope for becoming a disciple, but since I've come to Western Kunlun, I should pay my respects to Senior Queen Mother. Could you lead the way?"

Without much hesitation, Cihang decided to meet the Queen Mother of the West. Since the Queen Mother of the West already knew of his existence, it would be impolite to avoid her. Although he no longer intended to become a disciple, he didn't want to offend a top-tier expert over this matter.

"Then let's go. Your Ladyship previously instructed that once you recovered, I should take you to Jade Pool!"

Qingniao took the lead, transforming into a beam of light and heading towards the main peak of Western Kunlun. Although Hundred Flowers Valley was also within the territory of Western Kunlun, it was on the outskirts, a considerable distance from the main peak. Cihang and Qingniao flew for several hours before arriving at the main peak of Western Kunlun.

Even before reaching the mountain, they could feel its majestic presence and the surging spiritual energy. With Qingniao leading, they were not stopped and proceeded directly to the Jade Pool Immortal Palace atop the mountain. Like Jade Void Palace, Jade Pool, though located in Western Kunlun, was essentially an independent blessed land.

"Your Ladyship, Qingniao has brought Cihang to pay his respects!"

Qingniao bowed respectfully outside the grand hall.

"Enter!"

A majestic female voice emanated from within the hall.

"Let's go!"

Qingniao rose and led Cihang towards the hall.

As the two entered the hall, they stepped into another world. What greeted Cihang's eyes was a lake formed from gathered primordial spiritual water. Though called a lake, its edges were nowhere in sight, filling the entire blessed land. Countless immortal islands rested upon the lake, appearing dreamlike under the shroud of primordial spiritual mist. It was a true immortal realm.

Within it, Cihang saw over a dozen low-grade Innate Spiritual Roots, not to mention countless Acquired Spiritual Roots. In the center of the lake stood an Innate Spiritual Root so vast it blotted out the sky, continuously absorbing spiritual energy and enhancing the blessed land's immortal aura.

As expected of a top-tier blessed land. My Chaoyin Cave, though also a place for cultivation, pales in comparison to this Jade Pool. Cihang couldn't help but admire it inwardly.

The two didn't linger and proceeded directly to a grand and magnificent palace in the center of Jade Pool. The moment they entered, an invisible pressure washed over them. Seated in the center of the hall was a gorgeously dressed, alluring female cultivator – the Queen Mother of the West of Kunlun.

"Cihang of Mount Luojia in the South Sea pays his respects to Your Ladyship, the Queen Mother of the West!"

Without daring to look further, Cihang quickly bowed respectfully. The Queen Mother of the West of Kunlun was a contemporary of the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa, and was appointed by Hongjun as the leader of all female immortals. Although her authority diminished after the establishment of the Heavenly Court, her strength still surpassed that of other Quasi-Saints. Even the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa showed her deference.