Joining the highest ranks, Daoist title [Ten Thousand Longevity]; enemies bent their knees, old acquaintances stood in awe

Back then, Lin Changheng had worried for a time that she would fly into a rage out of humiliation and, upon leaving the secret realm, immediately inform True Person Cloud Crane and have him investigated and punished-

Strangely, however, all remained calm.

True Person Xuanji seemed not to have publicized his "glorious exploits" in the secret realm, nor had she brought down a large-scale manhunt by the Purple Pole Sect.

That had surprised him considerably and left him a little more curious-and wary-about her temperament and methods.

Now, this "old acquaintance" had actually led a delegation to attend the Core Formation celebration of the neighboring [Floating Life Immortal City]'s True Disciple, and had taken the initiative to meet him-

They did have something of a connection.

Lin Changheng mused inwardly.

True Person Xuanji approached Lin Changheng with graceful steps. An impeccably measured smile appeared on her breathtaking face, reserved yet friendly, and her voice rang clear as a spring. "Fellow Daoist Lin, congratulations on forming your core and taking your first steps on the great Dao.

"My Daoist title is Xuanji. I come from the [Purple Pole Sect].

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She paused, studying Lin Changheng, her tone carrying a hint of sentiment and an invitation. "Speaking of which, Fellow Daoist Lin, you grew up as a cultivator within the territory governed by our Purple Pole Sect, so you have quite a connection with us. Now that you have achieved mastery in pill refining and attained a true core, you stand ready to soar ten thousand miles like a great roc. Our Purple Pole Sect thirsts for talent, especially fellow cultivators like you, Peerless in Pill and Dao Arts and possessing boundless potential. Would you be interested in joining our Purple Pole Sect? With your abilities, you would become a Supreme Guest