Acting as Master to Accept Disciples, the Plum Mountain Seven Righteous Join the Interception Sect, Nine Breaths to Absorb Qi and White Rainbow Piercing the Sun!

Rumble!

Clouds and mist churned as the heavens seemed to tremble!

A massive black mastiff rode in on dark clouds, killing intent surging from him. He opened his heaven-swallowing maw and unleashed the Divine Ability of swallowing clouds and exhaling mist. His power was truly boundless!!

"..." Qingyuan was speechless.

Yuan Hong, Jin Dasheng, and the other Six Demon Immortals hurriedly flew into the sky to stop him.

"Big Brother, stop! This is an honored guest!!"

"A misunderstanding, it was all a misunderstanding! Big Brother, stop at once and let your younger brother explain..."

As the six of them went to explain.

Dai Li also withdrew his Dharma form and respectfully cupped his hands toward Qingyuan. "This wandering cultivator, Dai Li, greets the Senior Disciple Brother of the Interception Sect!"

"There is no need for such courtesy, Fellow Daoist. Please rise!"

Qingyuan smiled and helped Dai Li to his feet.

This Dai Li was quite remarkable.

He was an Innate Divine Mastiff who had cultivated a Dog Treasure capable of wounding and killing others. His blade technique was not bad either.

During the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation, he had furiously torn down the Shang Dynasty's Recruitment Proclamation to avenge his brother Zhu Zizhen, entering the army to oppose the Chan Sect. He forced back Nezha and even exchanged several dozen rounds with Yang Jian before eventually being granted the title of Barren Star Lord.

Yuan Hong had fought the Erlang Divine Sage True Lord to a draw.

Dai Li had forced back Nezha.

Within little Plum Mountain.

For such two hidden dragons and young phoenixes to emerge was truly extraordinary!

"From what my brothers told me, we were indeed too rash. I ask that Immortal forgive us!"

Dai Li still bowed.

As the eldest of the Six Demon Immortals.

Not only was his Daoxing profound, but he was also well versed in the ways of the world. He had always protected his six younger brothers as they cultivated on Plum Mountain, keeping them from provoking trouble.

This Interception Sect expert said he was not angry.

Did that truly mean he was not angry?

Courtesy had to be properly observed!

"Rest assured, Fellow Daoist. I truly have not taken such a minor matter to heart. Besides, aren't we friends after a fight? Hahahaha!"

Following Qingyuan's hearty laughter.

The Demon Immortals also burst into laughter.

Dai Li said gratefully, "I heard from my second brother that he has become your disciple and joined the Interception Sect. This is his fortunate opportunity. I hope Fellow Daoist will take good care of my second brother from now on. Should you have any commands in the future, we will brave fire and water without hesitation!"

"Please take good care of my second brother, Senior!"

"Second Brother, cultivate well after going to the Interception Sect! Then I can tell others that I know an expert of the Interception Sect!!"

"Take care, Second Brother!"

The six Demon Immortals of Plum Mountain chatted and laughed with Yuan Hong.

Yet tears welled in their eyes.

Their brotherhood, forged over many years, made them deeply reluctant to part from their brother.

"Why are all of you crying like this, without a shred of manly spirit?" Qingyuan could not help finding their appearance amusing.

"Our brotherhood runs deep. Parting today, we do not know when we shall meet again, so we became somewhat saddened. Forgive us for making a spectacle of ourselves, Fellow Daoist."

Dai Li wiped away the tears at the corners of his eyes.

He explained awkwardly.

"Parting? Why should you part? Could it be that you gentlemen do not wish to join the Interception Sect together?"

Qingyuan shook his head in surprise and sighed. "I thought you seven brothers would remain together wherever you went. I never expected you to separate so soon."

The moment those words were spoken.

The seven Demon Immortals were first stunned.

Then their faces lit up with joy as they asked in disbelief, "Fellow Daoist, can we join the Interception Sect as well?"

"Senior, we... we are merely minor Demon Immortals, with no origins and no backing. Would the Interception Sect accept us?"

"Hahahahahaha! My master, Sect Master Tongtian, opens a path of opportunity for all living beings. He teaches without discrimination and widely accepts disciples. Anyone wholeheartedly devoted to the Dao may join the Interception Sect. Though you have cultivated in seclusion on Plum Mountain, you are all people sincerely seeking the Dao. Do you not wish to join the Interception Sect, hear a Saint preach the Great Dao, and seek transcendence?"

Qingyuan looked at them with a smile.

Hearing this, Dai Li signaled for his brothers to kneel with him.

He said to Qingyuan, "We are willing to join the Interception Sect. We ask that Senior accept us."

"Today, I shall accept disciples on behalf of my master and temporarily take you in as Registered Disciples of the Interception Sect. Should you encounter the opportunity in the future, you may become Outer Disciples."

Qingyuan immediately bowed toward Kunlun Mountains in the east and said respectfully, "Master above, your disciple Qingyuan encountered six aspiring individuals wholeheartedly devoted to the Dao at Plum Mountain today. I am accepting them as disciples on your behalf. I ask for Master's approval!"

"Granted~"

A majestic voice echoed throughout Plum Mountain.

Heavenly might was vast, and saintly might rolled forth.

Dai Li and the other Demon Immortals were filled with awe. They respectfully knelt on the ground and kowtowed nine times. After solemnly bowing, they loudly declared, "We greet Teacher," before finally rising.

"Rise."

Qingyuan's expression turned solemn. "Though you are now Registered Disciples of the Interception Sect and may listen to a Saint's teachings at Kunlun Mountains, remember that you must never rely on the Saint's name to commit evil outside, bring disaster upon the common people, or wreak havoc. If I learn that any of you dare commit wicked deeds or murder, do not blame me for turning ruthless and disowning you!"

"We shall remember Senior Disciple Brother's teachings!"

Dai Li and the six demons were both delighted and fearful as they hurriedly promised.

Qingyuan nodded and smiled. "Junior Brothers, please rise quickly!"

"Today, since I am accepting disciples on behalf of my master, I shall also bestow some treasures upon you on his behalf."

Afterward.

Qingyuan bestowed upon the six Demon Immortals the Sun Moon Mountains and Rivers Twin Sabers, Horse-Slaying Saber, Frost Sword, Precious Wu Gou, Serpent Spear, and Sky-Painting Halberd. They were all Low-grade Houtian Spiritual Treasures.

Their grades were not high, but their lethality was formidable.

They were far superior to the crudely made magical treasures the six Demon Immortals possessed.

Afterward.

He also gave them several Pills he had refined himself. Though their grades were not high, they were highly practical for True Immortals and Mystic Immortals alike. Nourishing the Primordial Spirit, strengthening the physical body, and increasing Daoxing were all easy tasks for them.

The few of them stroked their magical treasures, overjoyed beyond measure.

However, Dai Li slapped the backs of Jin Dasheng and Zhu Zizhen's heads, who were standing nearby, and scolded, "Why are you not thanking Senior Disciple Brother at once?"

As the Leader of the Plum Mountain Seven Righteous.

He had seen much of the world and understood the ways of human interaction.

He knew that mere Registered Disciples could not possibly receive magical treasures bestowed by a Saint.

These treasures had surely been given by Senior Disciple Brother out of his own pocket.

How could they fail to properly thank him for such favor and regard?

Afterward.

The six of them bowed deeply once more.

Yuan Hong, standing nearby, said joyfully, "Brothers, we can cultivate together again from now on!"

"Once we reach the Interception Sect, we must cultivate diligently and not disgrace Senior Disciple Brother!"

Dai Li nodded solemnly.

Then they began packing their belongings.

The seven Demon Immortals soon returned to their respective Cave Abodes to gather their things. Before long, they came out and assembled again, bringing along familiar spirits from Plum Mountain, such as Gao Ming and Gao Jue, Two Tree Demons, as well as a Stone Giant.

Dai Li stroked a plum tree and said somewhat sorrowfully, "We have lived here for so many years, yet I never thought the day would come when we had to leave. After departing today, who knows what year or month it will be before we can again taste our hometown's Plum Wine and smell the fragrance of plum blossoms?"

Yuan Hong, Jin Dasheng, and the others were also deeply saddened.

But Qingyuan suddenly burst into hearty laughter again.

"Longing for your homeland? Since you are leaving, why not bring your homeland with you to Kunlun Mountains?"

"Senior Disciple Brother jests. I am merely a Mystic Immortal and cannot accomplish such a miraculous feat."

Dai Li shook his head bitterly.

He was only an Early Profound Immortal.

Even if he possessed the strength to move mountains.

Kunlun Mountains lay countless billions of miles away. How far could he possibly carry it?

"Then watch my methods."

Qingyuan produced a purple-black Spiritual Treasure Gourd.

He removed its stopper.

After forming a hand seal, he directed it toward Plum Mountain before him. In an instant, purple light enveloped the mountain, shrinking it bit by bit before drawing it into the gourd.

All that remained in its original place was a bare stretch of land.

This method left the Seven Righteous dumbfounded, and they cried out in amazement at Senior Disciple Brother's vast Divine Ability.

Little did they know.

Qingyuan had not cultivated Space Laws either. He had only succeeded in storing Plum Mountain by borrowing the internal space of the Nine-Nine Chaos Divine Firmament Spiritual Treasure Gourd.

Seeing that they could join the Interception Sect while taking their home with them.

The sorrow in the Plum Mountain Seven Righteous' hearts vanished. They happily followed behind Qingyuan and asked where they were headed.

"I am going to Wuyi Mountain to seek a fortunate opportunity. You shall accompany me, and afterward we shall return to Kunlun Mountains together."

Qingyuan rode the clouds and mist.

Carrying everyone along, he headed cheerfully toward Wuyi Mountain, which he sensed in the distance.

In secret, he examined and claimed the rewards the system had issued afterward.

[Yin-Yang Bagua Staff Rhyme: Contains the Yin-Yang Great Dao staff technique and can be integrated into the Four Pole Techniques of Earth, Water, Fire, Wind to supplement the Laws of the staff Dao!]

["Nine Revolutions Mysterious Technique" Essence: Contains experience and attainments in cultivating the Mystic Art. It can deepen one's state of mind, improve cultivation, or grant comprehension of Divine Abilities. Divine Ability now comprehended: 'Nine Breaths to Absorb Qi'!! (Nine Breaths to Absorb Qi: Inhale and exhale the qi of the Primordial Wilderness, the universe, and all creation. It can transform the myriad qi of heaven and earth into magical power, and restore magical power instantly through meditation and breath regulation!)]

[White Rainbow Piercing the Sun: An escape technique that transforms one into rainbow light, allowing one to evade great formations, spells, and magical treasure attacks! Transform into a rainbow and instantly travel one hundred thousand miles!]

[Universe Wish Jade Weapon: Mid-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure. Contains the Laws of Heaven-Earth. It may expand or shrink according to one's will. Within the weapon, Heaven-Earth reverses Yin-Yang and overturns heaven and earth. It is indestructible!]

In an instant.

Qingyuan felt his strength surge once again.

He was delighted inwardly.

The Divine Ability Nine Breaths to Absorb Qi was immensely useful.

When fighting others, if both sides exhausted their magical power, a single use of Nine Breaths to Absorb Qi could instantly restore it.

Then, upon resuming the battle, victory and defeat would be decided.

Moreover, he had also obtained Divine Abilities such as White Rainbow Piercing the Sun, Subdue Dragon Subdue Tiger, and Diamond Indestructible.

Although his Mystic Art had only reached the Mid-stage Profound Immortal realm.

With such enhancements, he could likely fight an ordinary Golden Immortal without falling into disadvantage!

Time passed like an arrow, years like a fleeting colt.

Qingyuan and the others traveled across the Primordial Wilderness for several hundred years as they headed toward Wuyi Mountain.

Along the way, they saw the Human Race struggling to survive amid the cracks between the Myriad Races of the Primordial Wilderness. They witnessed the escalating conflict between the Witch-Demon Two Clans, and they gradually drew closer to Wuyi Mountain.

Unexpectedly.

Along the way.

A sudden change occurred.