" Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension?"
Upon hearing Ye Chenfeng's words, Lu Li raised an eyebrow.
This wasn't the first time he'd heard those four words; he'd first seen them in Bai Sheng's last letters.
How could Ye Chenfeng know this? Moreover, Bai Sheng's letter clearly mentioned this good deed of Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension.
But why did Ye Chenfeng look so wary?
What on earth is this...?
His eyes flickered, Lu Li asked for details.
" Senior Brother Ye, could you please tell me more about this matter of Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension?"
Is there... something fishy going on here?
Ye Chenfeng hesitated slightly, as if he didn't know where to begin.
After all, when Elder Jian spoke to him, he always only told him half the story and kept the other half hidden.
He waved his hand dismissively, his tone slightly lowered.
" Junior Brother Lu, I'm not entirely sure about the exact percentage of those Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension."
"But you must remember, once you enter the inner sect and reach the Foundation Establishment, you'll have a chance to compete for a spot in the Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension' competition."
"At that time, you only need to release the water, don't show your talents, and absolutely do not get involved."
After saying that, he looked at Lu Li with excitement.
" Junior Brother Lu! Have you decided which peak you want to join?"
"Why don't we come to Supreme Azure Peak? We're brothers, so we can look after each other!"
"Um... Senior Brother, I already promised my friend I would advance to the Supreme Refinement Peak."
" The Supreme Refinement Peak is full of cultivators specializing in Dao of Artifact Refinement, which suits me perfectly..."
Join the Supreme Azure Peak? Unless Lu Li proves himself to be long-lived.
Today, the General Affairs Hall was originally a place where a solid foundation was being laid.
They almost got into a fight...
Wherever "Pig's Trotter" goes, trouble follows; he still thinks it's best to keep his distance.
Seeing that Ye Chenfeng still intended to win him over.
Lu Li quickly rummaged through his Storage Bag and took out several jars of first-grade spirit wine.
They then summoned Changming Changye to keep Ye Chenfeng, diverting his attention.
After all, he had promised to drink to his guests tonight, and it wouldn't be good to turn them away now. Besides, he also wanted to ask them what exactly this "Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension" thing was all about...
The four men clinked glasses and drank heartily.
Neither of them used their cultivation to force the wine to dissipate.
Before long, they were all tipsy, and the wine was full of Spiritual Qi.
Changming 'Changye cheeks were flushed, his Dantian was swollen, and he couldn't help but sit down and meditate.
Only Lu Li and Ye Chenfeng remained, drinking together.
I don't know if it was intentional or what.
Ye Chenfeng soon became completely drunk as well.
He lay sprawled on the stone table, muttering to himself.
"Junior brother... the person I've cared about most in my life is you..."
"When will you be able to leave this hellhole with me, brother...?"
"Let's go, come with me..."
Lu Li: "..."
He ignored Ye Chenfeng's half-drunk ramblings.
Lu Li probed in a low voice.
" Senior Brother Ye, what exactly is this 'Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension ' thing?"
"I heard there are people who specifically want to go."
"Going... going means death!"
"Junior brother, please don't do anything foolish, this demon cave... Awooo... Hiccup~"
"This den of demons... I'll come back and tear it down sooner or later..."
Ye Chenfeng's words were vague.
He was actually drunk; Lu Li hadn't expected this "pig's feet" to have such a poor alcohol tolerance.
At most, he could sit at the same table with Changming and Changye.
but...
"What does he mean by 'demon's lair'? Isn't it the Demonic Sect...?"
"Furthermore, isn't the Azure Pool Demonic Sect supposed to be a place for outsider cultivators? How did it become a den of demons?"
Lu Li was confused, but his vigilance intensified once again.
Ye Chenfeng must know a lot. He said that the inner sect's Hastening the Seedlings to Immortal Ascension" was a bad thing, and that Azure Pool was a demonic den...
There's probably a huge risk lurking behind this.
"Fine, if there's really a risk, I can just take my disciple Run and leave the sect."
"It's a pity that the Spirit Vein is not yet mature enough to be moved..."
"Right now, it's best to stabilize my cultivation for a while longer. Once the Spirit Vein matures, even if I don't use it myself, I can still send it back to the country."
A thought flickered in Lu Li, and he had already made up his mind.
Nothing more was said that night.
The next day, Ye Chenfeng reluctantly returned to Supreme Azure Peak.
Lu Li awakened Changming from his Changye and gave instructions on miscellaneous tasks.
" Through the Changming Changye, today your master will ascend to the inner sect."
"From now on, your cultivation and residence will be within the inner sect. As Qi Refining Qi Refinement, you two cannot enter there, but I will frequently come out to guide you."
"While I am away, you two must diligently strive to cultivate yourselves."
Listening to Lu Li's earnest teachings, Changming and Changye quickly bowed and clasped their hands in greeting.
"I will obey your orders, Master!"
"Alright, get up. You can keep this Storage Bag; it contains some insights, resources, and knowledge of various arts."
"You should practice more when you have free time."
After giving him detailed instructions, Lu Li flew off on his sword.
After his apprentice finished giving instructions, Xu Xiong naturally had to say something as well.
As for Master Wu, although there's no problem with him joining the Supreme Refinement Peak under Lu Li's apparent status as a weapon-refining master.
However, if someone could introduce you, not only would you avoid a lot of procedures, but you could also have a more low-key and harmonious experience...
"Whoosh!"
Lu Li's figure flickered, transforming into a stream of light.
In the blink of an eye, they arrived at the Artifact Hall, their steps never faltering.
After he entered the side hall where Xu Xiong was staying, he discovered that in addition to Xu Xiong, Master Wu was also there.
And standing beside him was a young Foundation Establishment dressed in a blue robe.
"Junior Brother Su, this is my good-for-nothing disciple, Xu Xiong."
"If anything untoward happens to me after attending the meeting, I hope Junior Brother Su will look after my disciple in the future."
Wu Changgeng's expression was slightly respectful, and his tone was gentle.
It seems that the young Foundation Establishment's identity is not ordinary.
"No problem, no problem, Senior Brother Wu, don't be too pessimistic."
"Perhaps my senior brother will even gain something from attending the conference."
The young Foundation Establishment cultivator enlightened Wu Changgeng, then looked at Xu Xiong and sized him up.
"Junior Nephew Xu has also Qi Refining Ninth Layer. Judging from his aura, it seems to be much more profound than that of ordinary Qi Refinement."
When do you plan to Foundation Establishment?
Upon hearing this, Xu Xiong's expression turned awkward, and he found it difficult to respond.
Thinking of his master's words, which sounded like a deathbed entrustment, his mood worsened.
Just as his face turned grim, he suddenly saw a familiar figure standing at the palace gate.
" Junior Brother Lu!"
"Hmm? Junior Brother Lu? Has Lu Li arrived?"
Wu Changgeng's gaze followed Xu Xiong's.
A handsome young man dressed in a white robe, exuding an otherworldly aura, stood at the door.
Despite his powerful aura being extremely concealed, Wu Changgeng and the young Foundation Establishment could immediately sense Lu Li's true cultivation level.
"You've... you 'Foundation Establishment Foundation Establishment?"
Wu Changgeng looked surprised and somewhat stunned.
Lu Li's cultivation level increased almost entirely under his watchful eye.
Now, seeing that he has truly succeeded in Foundation Establishment, just like himself, he feels somewhat dazed.
After realizing what was happening, Xu Xiong also showed a look of surprise.
He then realized he had just said something inappropriate.
According to the rules of seniority, once Lu Li successfully Foundation Establishment, he became the same generation as his master.
According to etiquette... he should address Lu Li as "Shishu" (a term of respect for one's senior uncle).