Upon hearing this, Lin Potian raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat tempted, as he was by nature a warlike person.
If what they say is true, we can use this large platform to gain a foothold and find Han Xuanji and the others in the future.
Nangong Wenjian remained with his hand on the hilt of his sword, expressionless, as if weighing his options.
Just then, a clear voice, tinged with surprise and a hint of playfulness, came from outside the hall:
"Oh? The Nine Heavens Army has even extended its reach into the Reception Hall of our Spirit Void Heavenly Palace?"
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw a handsome young man dressed in a moon-white Daoist robe, with a tall and straight figure, who had quietly stood at the entrance of the hall.
A faint smile played at the corners of his lips, and his eyes were bright.
The person who arrived was none other than Li Taiqing.
The leading general of the Nine Heavens Army's expression changed slightly. Upon learning that they were disciples of the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace, his tone became a bit more polite.
"So you're a fellow Daoist from the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace."
We have not overstepped our bounds; we merely came to inquire about the intentions of those who have ascended this time, seeing that their aptitude is quite good. If the Heavenly Palace is willing to recruit them, we will naturally...
Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Lu Fan and Lin Potian's excited and joyful voices.
"Brother Li?!"
" Li Taiqing! Is it really you?!"
"You... your cultivation level..."
The three of them exclaimed almost simultaneously, their faces filled with disbelief.
They could sense that Li Taiqing's aura was far stronger than theirs, even giving them a sense of oppression akin to facing a mountain.
It's only been a short time since they parted, and Li Taiqing's progress is already astonishing!
Li Taiqing laughed heartily, strode forward, and casually waved to the few Nine Heavens Army cultivators:
"Gentlemen, I appreciate your kind offer, but these are my friends, so I won't trouble you, Nine Heavens Army."
His tone was casual, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.
The Nine Heavens Army cultivators looked rather grim, but they were quite wary of the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace. They exchanged glances, but ultimately said nothing more, cupping their hands in a respectful gesture.
"Our Nine Heavens Army is eager for talented individuals. If any of you are willing, you may go to our garrison three hundred miles away. However, we will only stay for seven days before setting off again."
After saying this, the group turned and left.
Anyway, they didn't lose anything on this trip, so it's not worth offending the overlord of the Spirit Void Immortal Domain for a few ascendants.
After dismissing the Nine Heavens Army, Li Taiqing turned around, beaming with a bright smile, and opened his arms to greet his three old friends:
"Brother Lu, Brother Lin, Nangong, how have you been?"
Lu Fan and the other two finally snapped out of their shock and excitedly stepped forward to meet Li Taiqing.
"Brother Li, what... what realm have you reached now?"
Lin Potian, being the most straightforward of them all, couldn't help but ask, his eyes filled with curiosity and awe.
Li Taiqing smiled slightly, but did not answer directly. Instead, he said:
"I was fortunate enough to arrive in the Upper Realm a few years earlier than some of you, and thanks to my master's meticulous guidance, I have made some progress."
He spoke modestly, but the confidence that naturally emanated from him made Lu Fan and the other two realize that this "slight progress" was probably quite significant.
"Just broke through to the Heavenly Immortal."
Li Taiqing didn't keep them in suspense and couldn't help but show off.
Upon hearing this, Lin Potian was the first to react. He strode forward and punched Li Taiqing hard on the shoulder, exclaiming excitedly:
"Good heavens! It's only been a short time since I last saw you, and you've become like Heavenly Immortal!"
"A disciple of a major sect, quite the figure in the Upper Realm!"
Even the usually aloof Nangong Wenjian's eyes flashed with astonishing light as he stared intently at Li Taiqing, sensing the unfathomable Sword Intent, and said in a deep voice:
"Over the years, your sword... has become even stronger!"
Back in the lower realm, the difference between the two wasn't that great, but now even he couldn't see through the other's cultivation level.
Li Taiqing laughed heartily, quite pleased with the reactions of his three old friends, but he didn't forget his business.
He then said to Lu Fan and the other two:
"This is not the place to talk. I have come on Master's orders to guide the three of you to the sect. As for Little White, Master hasn't said much, so he must have his own arrangements. There's no need to worry."
Upon hearing this, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief.
Otherwise, it would be really difficult to explain to Han Xuanji.
After all, back in the lower realm, Han Xuanji had doted on Little White, leaving behind a wealth of resources that made them all extremely envious.
"So, you've already found Elder Han?"
Lu Fan couldn't help but say.
"Of course, I was taken away by my master immediately after ascending to immortality."
Li Taiqing said smugly.
Upon hearing this, Lu Fan muttered to himself:
"If I'd known, I would have just become your apprentice from the start. You got off easy, kid."
But Nangong Wenjian suddenly asked:
Is there something fishy about the Nine Heavens Army?
Li Taiqing pondered for a moment before replying:
"There's nothing particularly strange about it, but cultivators like you who have just ascended are too weak. If you encounter dangerous places, you're easily ordered to explore, which is too dangerous. If you run into a powerful enemy, you're likely to be caught in the crossfire."
They call them talented people, but in reality they're just "talented" people.
Joining the Upper Realm army is far more dangerous than mining.
This is also the current situation.
Major powers began recruiting people, firstly to strengthen their forces to withstand the crisis, and secondly to let them explore fortuitous opportunity.
As a newly appointed elder of the Immortal Dao Alliance, the Nine Heavens Immortal Venerable was dispatched to the front lines of the Immortal Domain for support. His methods were not weak either, as he recruited troops on a large scale and never paid much attention to the lives of low-level cultivators.
However, many others have also risen to prominence, making it difficult to offer a definitive assessment.
The other ascendants around them were completely dumbfounded by what they saw.
They had initially been somewhat tempted by the Nine Heavens Army's offer of recruitment, but now their hopes were dashed.
" Spirit Void Heavenly Palace... that seems to be an even more powerful force than the Nine Heavens Army?"
"Those three are truly lucky to have such an old friend in the Upper Realm!"
"It seems choosing a faction requires careful consideration..."
Whispers arose among the ascendants, and their gazes toward Lu Fan and his companions were filled with envy.
Looking at the shocked expressions of his three old friends, Li Taiqing felt a surge of satisfaction.
On the way, Li Taiqing also introduced the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace to the group.
This left the group in awe.
After all, the entire Immortal Domain is named after Lingxu, which shows just how powerful the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace is.
"However, there are also many powerful forces and races in the Spirit Void Immortal Domain. Among them, the Jiang Household is a well-known top-tier Lineage with a strong foundation. There are also some powerful races that occupy the area and are allies with the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace."
Li Taiqing explained.
Although birds, beasts, rocks, and plants can all be called Demon Race, it is clear that many races do not consider themselves part of the Demon Race.
Many of these races are on friendly terms with Human Race.
When the group arrived at Myriad Phenomena Garden, Han Xuanji looked at them with a strange expression.
[ Lu Fan, Immortal Ascension Seventh Layer immortal, a person of great fortune, favored by the Human Dao Fortune, possessing the appearance of a hidden dragon, greatly admires you.]