Gongming Leaves the Island and Meets Shen Gongbao by Chance
Just as Shen Gongbao was reading "Covering the Heavens with One Hand"!
On the other side.
The Interception Sect grounds.
An endless expanse of rich spiritual energy surrounds a vast, expansive island.
The islands stretch for countless miles, seemingly endless.
It is covered with countless spiritual energies and the power of fortune!
The Daoist aura was continuous, and the extraordinary phenomena were astonishing!
It is Jin'ao Island.
At this moment, Jin'ao Island was shrouded in a layer of blue light.
Above the azure light, purple runes flowed, their purple patterns resembling ocean waves.
It floats back and forth on Jin'ao Island.
These surging and fluttering phenomena are none other than the legendary and extremely mysterious power of destiny!
In the past, the Interception Sect did not possess an Interception Sect treasure to suppress its destiny.
There is absolutely no possibility of protecting one's destiny.
The Jie Interception Sect, which once boasted a wealth of immortals paying homage, was naturally not afraid of losing its fortune.
But recently, the Investiture of the Gods Calamity has begun.
The Great Calamity also seems to be intentionally or unintentionally targeting the Interception Sect.
This led to a decrease in the fortune of the Interception Sect.
Therefore, Tongtian established such a protective formation.
The power of destiny is temporarily imprisoned within the magic array.
Minimize the loss of good fortune.
Even so, it is still quietly decreasing.
It's just a bit slower.
Until recently, Zhao Gongming, the Three Xiaos, and other Jie Sect Disciple broke through in strength.
Only then did they manage to make up for the lost luck and fortune of the past few days.
However, judging from the mysterious power of fortune flowing through that magic array...
It's still not as good as the peak state of the Interception Sect!
However, at this very moment...
Call out!
Call out!
Call out!
Inside the Interception Sect grounds.
Suddenly, hundreds of beams of blue light burst forth.
It shot straight into the sky.
It seems that Heavenly Dao is responding.
Suddenly, a mysterious and profound power of fortune descended.
It quietly landed within the Interception Sect!
In just a short moment.
The power of fortune gathered on the Interception Sect formation is much stronger than the lukewarm fortune before!
The undulating blue waves also became a bit more intense at this moment.
That's a sign of the increasing fortune of the Interception Sect!
Accompanied by an increase in fortune.
The entire Interception Sect seemed to be boiling with excitement!
Countless exclamations rang out.
"Gongming, what kind of nectar and dew is that?"
"It actually contains such terrifying spiritual energy!"
"After we drank it just now, the cultivation level restriction that had troubled us for so long was crossed without any hindrance."
"Such efficacy even surpasses that of miraculous elixirs!"
"Uncle-Master Gongming, although we haven't broken through, our cultivation has improved quite a bit!"
"Such spiritual tea is truly rare! Where did you obtain it?"
"..."
Just moments ago.
In the training ground of the Interception Sect.
Zhao Gongming and Wen Zhong gathered the Jie Sect Disciple together.
Then they threw all five packets of tea that their master had given them into the spiritual spring.
Let them line up, take a pot of spiritual spring water for yourself, drink it, and then immediately sit down and rest!
Unexpected.
Among all the Jie Sect Disciple who had gathered.
More than four hundred disciples have broken through their original cultivation levels!
As for the other disciples, some improved their strength more, and some less.
But their cultivation levels have all improved!!
This moment.
Zhao Gongming could clearly sense that the Interception Sect's fortune was much stronger than before.
It must be because these Jie Sect Disciples have made great progress in their cultivation!
This tea truly lives up to its reputation as a creation of our predecessors.
Even Zhao Gongming hadn't expected such amazing results!
It can be said that he single-handedly boosted the fortune of the entire sect!
After hearing their discussion...
Zhao Gongming suppressed his thoughts, smiled, waved his hand, and said.
"These spiritual teas were not found by me."
"It was found by your Grandmaster Tongtian from a powerful and enlightened being."
"This is the most powerful spiritual tea in the world! You all must cherish it!"
"This tea is extremely rare; perhaps these are the only ones left for the next ten thousand years."
"I'm afraid even the disciples of the Chan Sect wouldn't be qualified or have the pleasure of such a meal."
"Everyone should seize this opportunity to further improve their cultivation, thereby assisting the Jie Sect in the Interception Sect Investiture of the Gods!"
"Put those hypocritical Chan Sect Disciple on the Investiture of the Gods!"
Upon hearing Zhao Gongming's words...
All the Jie Sect Disciple were shocked.
They exchanged a glance.
They both saw a hint of surprise in each other's eyes!
Enlightened Master?
Was he also a highly accomplished master in front of his grandmaster?
What kind of person would that be?
Is he comparable to the Dao Ancestor?
The thought flashed through everyone's minds, and they were all startled, not daring to think about it any further.
Anyone capable of creating such a divine tea must be extraordinary!
"The karmic consequences created by the Chan Sect subsequently triggered a cataclysmic calamity to cleanse the world of its karma. Why should we bear the blame for them?!"
"Rest assured, Uncle-Master, we will certainly live up to the expectations of the Interception Sect."
"This Investiture of the Gods Calamity will surely ensure that none of the Chan Sect Disciple will return alive!"
Hearing this, and seeing their defiant spirit, I realized...
Zhao Gongming nodded in satisfaction.
He turned to Wen Zhong, who was standing to one side.
"Nephew Wen Zhong, since Master's decree has been issued..."
"Then select a few third- and fourth-generation disciples of the Interception Sect and immediately head to the Great Shang of the Human Clan!"
"Prepare for the Investiture of the Gods Calamity as much as possible!"
"Once you discover Chan Sect Disciple, there is no need to hold back!"
"Furthermore, remember to keep the precious treasure and brocade pouch that Master bestowed upon you safe!"
"You must not let your master down!"
"Successfully complete the Investiture of the Investiture of the Gods! You will have performed a great service in this endeavor!"
Hearing Zhao Gongming's instructions.
Wen Zhong's eyes flickered, and he immediately nodded.
"Uncle-Master, then this disciple will take his leave."
He walked into the group of disciples.
They took away Shi Ji, Hong Jin, and other Jie Sect Disciple.
This is just the beginning; the real battle is yet to come, so we can't rush to take too many disciples with us.
They simply picked a few at random and quickly disappeared from everyone's sight!
"Practice diligently, everyone!"
"The Investiture of the Gods Calamity has not yet fully erupted!"
"When the time comes for this to erupt, none of us may escape the catastrophe!"
"Now, every extra bit of progress in my cultivation is enough!"
"From now on, there will be even less chance of them making it onto the Investiture of the Gods!"
"Practice diligently!"
As Wen Zhong left, Zhao Gongming's slightly authoritative voice fell.
All the Jie Sect Disciple quickly sat cross-legged and remained silent.
Zhao Gongming nodded in satisfaction.
His figure flickered slightly.
They had arrived in the void beyond the open space.
Look around.
His gaze sharpened slightly.
"The Investiture of the Gods Calamity has begun; I can no longer afford to waste my efforts."
"We must reach the peak of the Peak Quasi-Saint before the Great Investiture of the Gods Calamity erupts!"
"Only in this way can we have more confidence during the great calamity!"
"What the Jie Sect Disciple said earlier is correct. The Great Calamity was clearly caused by the karmic force of slaughter unleashed by the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Sect. They should be the ones on the Investiture of the Investiture of the Gods. Why must the Interception Sect be dragged into this mess?!"
Zhao Gongming muttered to himself, his voice filled with anger.
Thinking of the Investiture of the Gods Calamity of the Investiture of the Gods, he couldn't help but murmur.
"I'll say hello to the Three Xiaos Sisters and then go back to cultivate!"
"Not only can we not be weaker than the Chan Sect Disciple, but we also cannot fall too far behind Eldest Senior Brother Duobao!"
"After returning to the Interception Sect that day, he stayed in his cave and never came out!"
"I wonder how Eldest Senior Brother Duobao is doing?"
"He's been in seclusion and can't go check on the situation..."
"However, I have a feeling that Eldest Senior Brother Duobao is accumulating strength for a long time, and his emergence will surely shake the entire Primordial World!"
Just as Zhao Gongming was muttering these words...
In the void.
Suddenly, three beautiful figures appeared.
Each one was ethereal and beautiful.
It was the Three Xiaos.
They charged towards us from the direction of the Biyou Palace.
It's clear they were heading straight for Zhao Gongming.
"Senior Brother Gongming."
Under the latter's strange gaze, the Three Xiaos floated to Zhao Gongming's side and then bowed to Zhao Gongming.
Zhao Gongming returned the greeting, "My three junior sisters seem so anxious, is there something urgent you need to tell your brother?"
The Three Xiaos nodded, their exquisite faces bearing a solemn expression.
"Master is preparing to go into seclusion."
"Perhaps it's the insights gained from studying the Sword Dao scroll left behind by our predecessors!!"
"We've come to say hello to our senior brother, and then we must bid farewell to our elder brother. We may not be leaving seclusion for some time."
"I'll return to the Three Immortal Islands to properly train my mental state, and while I'm at it, further enhance the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation!"
"Moreover, there are still many laws in the Daoist texts I received from my senior last time that I haven't fully comprehended!"
"I will go back into seclusion this time and study it carefully; I am sure I will make significant progress!"
Hearing what the Three Xiaos said.
Zhao Gongming was taken aback, his eyes flickered for a moment, and he pondered for a moment before speaking.
"That's a good thing."
"I, your elder brother, also intend to go into seclusion!"
"But I wonder if our seclusion will delay the Investiture of the Gods Calamity?"
"What if something happens to my nephew Wen Zhong and he needs our help? What should we do then?"
"What if those hypocritical bastards from the Interception Sect come and cause chaos at our Interception Sect..."
Upon hearing this, Yunxiao, who was standing at the head of the group, smiled broadly, a smile that was absolutely beautiful.
"Senior brother, Master has a predetermined plan. Besides, Wen Zhong and Master Tongtian possess Great Wall models gifted by Senior Lin!"
"Those two are both supreme treasures capable of suppressing destiny!"
"Once activated, the Interception Sect can rest easy; at most, they will be unable to attack, but their defensive capabilities will be extremely formidable."
"At least we have no worries about the future!"
"So, Senior Brother, you can rest assured! Besides, our seclusion won't waste much time. If anything unexpected happens, we can come out immediately! It won't be a problem!"
Hearing Yunxiao's suggestion.
Zhao Gongming pondered for a moment.
In the end, he nodded with a solemn expression.
"Alright."
"Since we are all going into seclusion, why don't we all go to Senior Lin Tian's courtyard together?"
"Say goodbye to Senior Lin Tian."
"If I emerge from this seclusion, it will coincide with the outbreak of the Investiture of the Gods Calamity. Who knows when we will meet again?"
Upon hearing this...
The Three Xiaos immediately nodded.
He bowed slightly to Zhao Gongming.
He didn't say anything more.
His figure transformed into three streaks of red light and flew south towards the Interception Sect ground!
Zhao Gongming followed closely behind.
It then disappeared from the spot.
Not long after.
The four of them landed at the foot of the mountain in Heavenly Court's courtyard.
According to past practice.
The four of them slowly walked from the foot of the mountain towards the summit.
The Three Xiaos immortals, Sanxiao, appeared naturally and calmly beautiful.
He remained silent throughout.
Zhao Gongming was fine at first.
But as the four of them reached the halfway point of the mountain...
Zhao Gongming, whose strength had already reached the Peak of the Middle Stage of Quasi-Saint, suddenly paused, and his gaze sharpened accordingly!
His spiritual power was stronger than that of the Three Xiaos combined.
Even without releasing one's divine sense, relying solely on instinct.
They still sensed that something was wrong with their surroundings.
He paused for a few steps, a strange look flashing across his face.
After observing carefully for a few moments, he then spoke to Yunxiao, who was standing to the side.
"Junior sister, have you noticed a strange presence here?"
"The aura is somewhat sharp, reminiscent of the Chan Sect's techniques, and there's a current of energy that doesn't belong to this world passing by, and it even feels somewhat familiar..."
Upon hearing Zhao Gongming's words...
Yunxiao was taken aback. He looked around and immediately released his divine sense.
A moment later, her arched eyebrows furrowed tightly.
"I didn't notice unless my senior brother said anything!"
Now that you mention it, the atmosphere around here is indeed strange!
"There must have been other unfamiliar creatures here!!"
"Could it be that Chan Sect Disciple discovered this place!?"
Upon hearing this...
Bixiao and Qiongxiao, who were standing behind Yunxiao, were momentarily stunned.
His expression began to turn serious.
Each of them exuded a subtle killing intent to varying degrees!
"If he is Chan Sect Disciple, then we might as well kill him here and send him to the Investiture of the Gods!"
Zhao Gongming waved his hand and said.
"Junior sister, don't be in a hurry."
"They must be Chan Sect Disciple..."
"But he's probably not very strong, and he was alone; perhaps it was just a lucky accident..."
"Don't rush, let's sneak up the mountain and see who it is!"
The Three Xiaos nodded, concealed their presence, and followed Zhao Gongming to the mountain peak.
When they saw the figure in black robes at the entrance of the courtyard on the mountaintop walk into the courtyard.
Zhao Gongming and the Three Xiaos were both taken aback, a look of astonishment flashing in their eyes.
"Isn't that Chan Sect of the Chan Shen Gongbao?!"
"How dare he enter the senior's courtyard!?"
"And he looks so devout! Could it be that he's also receiving guidance from a senior!?"
Yunxiao's face immediately darkened, and an ominous premonition flashed through his mind.
This made her feel a little flustered!
Could it be that the senior was also secretly guiding the Chan Sect Disciple?
So in that case...
I've considered a possibility!
Three Xiaos frowned, her eyes flashing with worry.
Zhao Gongming naturally knew what the Three Xiaos were thinking, and immediately waved his hand, scolding, "My three junior sisters, don't let your minds wander."
"Shen Gongbao was a leopard spirit, and he was never well-liked in the Chan Sect."
"It's quite a coincidence that he appeared in the senior's courtyard."
"Now that he's alone, we don't need to worry too much."
"Moreover, our senior has treated us very well, extending a helping hand to our strength, cultivation level, and sect."
"If it weren't for you, senior, we wouldn't have reached our current level, and our master wouldn't have been able to achieve enlightenment!"
"So whatever you do, senior, it's your decision."
"We are just ordinary cultivators; we have no right to interfere with what our seniors do."
"Besides, there might be another reason why the senior treated Shen Gongbao this way."
"We must not make wild guesses because of our own selfish desires. If our senior misunderstands, it will be troublesome for us to make amends!"
Hearing Zhao Gongming's reprimand.
Yunxia, Bixiao, Qiongxiao came to their senses, and a look of guilt immediately appeared on their faces.
Yes!
Senior Lin Tian is a highly accomplished and enlightened being.
Even his master treated him with utmost respect, behaving like a junior.
What they do is beyond the comprehension of juniors like them.
Since the senior did this, there must be a reason for doing so!
Besides, even if we take a step back and say that he is an enlightened elder, he can help whomever he wants.
Why should we only help the Interception Sect?
Moreover, how can the mere appearance of Shen Gongbao prove that the senior was helping the Chan Sect?
Their perspective is too narrow!
Thinking about this...
The Three Xiaos quickly cupped their hands in apology to Zhao Gongming and said...
"Senior brother's words are wise; we have learned a great deal."
They paused for a moment, then spoke again.
"So, shall we wait here, or...?"
Zhao Gongming shook his head and said.
"Since we're here, you must already know, senior."
"There's no point in hiding. Let's go in and meet our senior!"
"Let's see if the seniors will let us in!"
"If they won't let me in, I'll just wait at the door. That's better than sneaking in."
Zhao Gongming said this.
They arrived at the courtyard gate with the Three Xiaos.
Then, gazing at the mysterious courtyard array with its fluctuating talismans, he respectfully cupped his hands and said...
"Junior Gongming, accompanied by his three younger sisters, has come to bid farewell to Senior!"
With that said, Zhao Gongming was already prepared to be turned away.
What Zhao Gongming didn't expect was...
Not long after he finished speaking...
The magic array in the courtyard in front of them suddenly flashed.
The fence, illuminated by the golden light array, opened automatically from the inside out.
Zhao Gongming was taken aback for a moment, and his tense heart relaxed slightly.
Relieved, he quickly spoke to the Three Xiaos behind him.
"Let's go in and pay our respects to the senior."
Then I said goodbye to my senior.