Witness It, See It Together
"This... this is too much!" Su Zhen was both surprised and delighted.
They thought they would be lucky to have a place to stay, but they didn't expect Li Yunjing to have even considered Spirit Vein and startup resources.
"No need to be so polite," Li Yunjing said calmly.
A warm feeling welled up in Su Zhen's heart.
So many years have passed, Li Yunjing now holds a high position, yet he still remembers the affection he felt back then. It's no wonder he's been able to get to where he is today with such a character.
The two chatted for a long time, from old stories to their current spiritual practice, and then to the plans for Luozhen Province.
Su Zhen became increasingly alarmed as they talked; Li Yunjing's vision and perspective far exceeded his expectations.
The identity jade token system, the contribution point system, the mines, trade routes, fleets... everything broadened his horizons.
He became even more convinced that coming to Luozhen Province was the best decision he had ever made.
"Oh, right." Li Yunjing suddenly remembered something, "There's been a beast tide over the Biyuan Tribe the western border, and I've already sent a fleet over there."
Once I'm settled here, I plan to go and take a look.
If you're not in a hurry to go back, you can come with me to the Western Frontier and see the scenery of the western region.
"A beast tide? Is it serious?" Su Zhen asked with concern.
"Fortunately, the fleet has arrived, so there shouldn't be any problems," Li Yunjing said. "The main issue is the Fallen Star Ore, which is quite valuable. I need to go check out the specifics and arrange for subsequent mining and defense."
Fallen Star Ore?
Su Zhen's heart stirred again.
The Luozhen Sect even has Fallen Star Ore?
This foundation is incredibly profound.
He nodded quickly. "Alright, then I'll trouble you for a few days to accompany Sect Leader Li to take a look. It'll be a good opportunity for me to broaden my horizons."
"Don't say I'm bothering you," Li Yunjing said with a smile. "You rarely come here, so stay a few more days. Once things are settled at Clear Wind Valley, you can go back to move your sect."
The two chatted happily, and the atmosphere was harmonious.
The two elders of the Departing Maple Sect who had been standing by finally breathed a sigh of relief.
They were initially worried that once Sect Leader Li became successful, he would forget their past friendship.
It now seems that this Sect Leader Li is not only powerful, but also a very honest person.
With the Departing Maple Sect moving to Luozhen Province, things are stable.
The next day, Li Yunjing had Mo Xuan accompany Su Zhen and the other two to Clear Wind Valley for an on-site inspection.
Heading east from Luozhen City, the landscape is filled with verdant mountains and clear waters, imbued with Spiritual Qi aura.
Along the way, you can see many Spirit Field being cultivated, as well as groups of cultivators building their cave abode.
Occasionally, you might encounter law enforcement patrols, their officers wearing jade badges of identification hanging from their waists, maintaining perfect order.
"Sect Leader Su, look, Clear Wind Valley is just ahead," Mo Xuan said with a smile, pointing ahead.
Su Zhen looked up and saw a secluded valley nestled among the green mountains. The valley entrance was wide, and the valley was lush with vegetation. A spiritual stream meandered through it, and the concentration of Spiritual Qi was significantly higher than outside.
"Great place!" Su Zhen's eyes lit up.
He prefers quiet and secluded places.
This Clear Wind Valley is a place of beautiful mountains and clear waters, with a righteous and peaceful Spirit Vein; it's practically tailor-made for the Departing Maple Sect.
As the group entered the valley, Mo Xuan explained, "This main vein of a mid-grade Spirit Vein runs through the entire valley, with seven branches."
The main hall can be built on a platform in the center of the valley, with elders' quarters and disciples' residences on either side. Spirit Field and martial arts training ground can be developed on the back mountain—more than enough space for this."
"Moreover, it's close to Luozhen City, making travel convenient and allowing for timely support in case of emergencies."
Su Zhen nodded repeatedly, his face full of smiles.
The two elders were so excited that they looked around, repeatedly muttering, "What a great place!"
"Elder Mo, is this really going to be allocated to us?" One of the elders from the Departing Maple Sect still couldn't quite believe it.
A mid-grade Spirit Vein!
In Flying Immortal Prefecture, these would be highly sought-after items that major sects would fight tooth and nail for.
They are only Departing Maple Sect's current location by a low-grade Spirit Vein.
"Of course it's true," Mo Xuan said with a smile. "It was ordered by the sect leader, how could it be false? The sect leader said that Departing Maple Sect is an old friend, and we can't treat them unfairly."
Su Zhen took a deep breath, cupped his hands to Mo Xuan, and said, "Please thank Sect Leader Li on my behalf. Departing Maple Sect will remember this favor."
"Sect Leader Su 're too kind." Mo Xuan waved his hand. "I've already had the materials and Spirit Stone prepared, and they'll be delivered to the valley entrance this afternoon."
If you've made up your minds, construction can begin at any time. If you need manpower, we can also transfer people from the Engineering Department.
"No need, no need!" Su Zhen quickly replied, "We can handle this matter of establishing the sect ourselves, how could we trouble Luozhen Sect again?"
Mo Xuan didn't press the matter. "Alright, then you can keep an eye on it for now. If you have any questions, feel free to come to the Personnel Department to find me."
After seeing Mo Xuan off, the three of them stood in the center of the valley, looking around, still feeling like they were in a dream.
"Sect Leader, can we really establish our sect here?" one of the elders asked, still somewhat bewildered.
"Really." Su Zhen nodded emphatically, his eyes full of anticipation. "And I have a feeling that in just a few years, Departing Maple Sect will be able to establish itself in Cang Province. Perhaps, in my lifetime, I will even see a few Nascent Soul elders emerge from the sect."
"More than just Nascent Soul!" another elder exclaimed excitedly. "With such a fine Spirit Vein and the support of the Luozhen Sect, we might even become a major sect in the future!"
The three exchanged a smile, each seeing hope in the other's eyes.
That afternoon, Su Zhen wrote a letter and sent his disciples back to Flying Immortal Prefecture to inform the entire sect to prepare for relocation.
He himself stayed in Luozhen City, waiting to travel to the Western Territory with Li Yunjing.
Before heading to the western border, he would wander around the city whenever he had free time, and the more he wandered, the more alarmed he became.
The prosperity and order of Luozhen City far exceeded his expectations.
The streets are clean and tidy, vendors clearly mark their prices, and disputes are rare.
Everyone wore an identification jade tag; the entry checks were strict, yet efficient and orderly.
The city not only has alchemy shops and weapon shops, but also academies, martial arts arenas, mission halls, and even a dedicated spirit beast trading market.
"This doesn't look like a newly built city at all!" Su Zhen couldn't help but exclaim.
Many ancient cities with a history spanning thousands of years may not be as well-organized and orderly as this.
He also heard a lot of discussions about Li Yunjing. Whether it was disciples of the Luozhen Sect or outside Rogue Cultivator, they all spoke of Li Yunjing with great respect.
Some people respected his strength, for he destroyed the Daozhen Sect and killed the Tribulation Transcendence Ancestor.
Some people admire his skill in governing Cangzhou, which brought order to the Cang Province, while others admire his loyalty, his loyalty to his former subordinates, and his support for his allies.
Su Zhen listened, feeling proud.
That evening, the complete report of victory finally arrived from the front lines.
The beast tide has been completely quelled. More than 3,000 beasts of the third rank or above and three beasts of the fifth rank were killed. Countless animal hides, bones, and cores were seized.
The mine suffered minor damage; only a dozen or so disciples and soldiers were injured, and no one died.
The fleet left ten escort ships to guard the mine, while the rest of the warships were on their way back.
Upon learning this, Li Yunjing nodded, not particularly surprised.
He was well aware of the First Fleet's combat capabilities.
It would be strange if they couldn't defeat a group of mindless wild beasts.
"Sect Leader Su, we'll depart for the Western Territory tomorrow," Li Yunjing said to Su Zhen. "The mine is still in its early stages, and there are many things to arrange."
"Okay." Su Zhen readily agreed.
He also wanted to see for himself what the legendary Fallen Star Ore looked like, and just how impressive the Luozhen Sect Sect's fleet really was.
Early the next morning, Li Yunjing, accompanied by Su Zhen and several guards, set off for the Western Territory.
To accommodate Su Zhen's cultivation level, Li Yunjing did not use teleportation, but instead traveled in a small flying boat.
The airship was extremely fast, heading west. The scenery below gradually changed from the bustling suburbs to wilderness, and then to the continuous Black Stone Mountains.