Chapter 153: Chapter 124 The Benefits of Chun Ye's Promise

"With Great Sage Mu Yuan taking action, it seems that not a single Heavenly Demon in the Endless Sea will be able to escape. Since that's the case, Supreme, fellow elder brother, I shall return to the Dao Sect first."

Outside the Canglan Sect, Yang Ji said to Supreme Bai Mei and Li Changxiao.

"Alright, junior brother, take care on your journey," Li Changxiao said.

"Mhm." Yang Ji nodded to the two of them, then flew into the Sect to say a few words to his master Jian Yuanzi before heading to Teleportation Island.

After five days of teleportation.

Yang Ji returned to the Wuji Dao Sect once more. He didn't return to his Dao Peak but flew straight to the Dao Tower.

Inside the tower.

Yang Ji conveyed the news he had received from Great Sage Mu Yuan to Elder Chun Ye.

Upon hearing this news, Elder Chun Ye's expression changed dramatically, and he said coldly,

"As expected, it's just as the Sect Master had guessed. It seems Liu Xiaosheng has come for the position of Sect Master. Once he becomes Sect Master, he will be able to wield the Sect's Immortal Artifact; the consequences of that are too terrible to contemplate."

"Furthermore, what you mentioned about the Heavenly Demons scheming to seize control of the Taichu World is a shocking affair. Who told you this?" Searᴄh the NôvelFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Chun Ye looked at Yang Ji with a serious face.

"A Red Dust Immortal!" Yang Ji suddenly said.

"Red Dust Immortal?" Elder Chun Ye's expression shifted in an instant, and he said with surprise and skepticism, "When did you make the acquaintance of such a person? Is it true? You weren't deceived by someone, were you?"

"Elder, it's the absolute truth. How could I be so easily deceived?" Yang Ji said earnestly.

"If that's the case, this is a serious matter. Stay in the Dao Tower and do not leave, I'll be back shortly," Elder Chun Ye said gravely.

...

At the Wuji Pavilion, atop the Ninth Heavens.

"You're saying, the Yang lad has met a Red Dust Immortal and learned of the plot by the Heavenly Demons to invade the Taichu World?" a Mahayana asked solemnly.

"Yes, judging by Yang lad's demeanor, he doesn't seem to be lying," Elder Chun Ye spoke seriously.

"I had originally thought that it was because our Wuji Dao Sect had offended the Heavenly Demons that they coveted our Sect and sought its destruction.

But to think the Heavenly Demons intend to seize the entire Taichu World, they truly have grand ambitions," Wuji Zi pondered, "I had previously tried to divine the Heavenly Secret with an Immortal Artifact and had some suspicions, but I dared not be certain. Now, combining what our Sect's disciple has said, it seems it's almost certain."

"Hmph! Our Taichu World has been born for tens of thousands of epochs. The very first Taichu Epoch, under the leadership of the Taichu Goddess, even reached an unparalleled pinnacle of glory. There were over tens of thousands of Red Dust Immortals, who created numerous Great Daos and left behind countless legacies. The foundation is so profound; it is the first among the Three Thousand Great Realms.

Even though on the surface there are only the Ten Great Dao Sects and the Ten Great Demon Sects, no one can imagine how vast the latent energy is. How can a world brimming with such convergence of forces and prospering Destiny be easily invaded by the Heavenly Demons?" a Mahayana said with icy tone.

"If this turns out to be true, then it remains unknown why the Heavenly Demons would want to invade our Taichu World?" another Mahayana expressed doubtfully.

"All under heaven come for the sake of profit, all is turmoil for the sake of profit. Since these Heavenly Demons wish to invade our Taichu World, it must be for the sake of some 'profit.' As for what this profit exactly is, I'm afraid only the Heavenly Demons can tell us," a Mahayana said indifferently.

"No matter the purpose, we cannot allow the Heavenly Demons to succeed. I will personally visit the other Nine Great Dao Sects to have them prepare in advance," Wuji Zi reflected, "Besides, this disciple Yang Ji, since he was the first to detect the conspiracy of the Heavenly Demons, is undoubtedly linked to the fate of our Sect in the future.

It seems he is not just at odds with Liu Xiao's Destiny, but is also at odds with the Destiny of the entire Heavenly Demon forces."

"Since he is so important, should we secretly protect him?" a Mahayana suggested.

"We must not interfere with his fate; let him follow his Destiny!" Wuji Zi exclaimed.

"Sect Master, should we inform the Ten Great Demon Sects about this matter?" a Mahayana suddenly asked.

"The Demon Sects ultimately cultivate the Heavenly Demon's cultivation techniques, and it's hard to fathom their true intentions. However, we can discreetly leak the message to the Sect Masters of the Demon Sects and see how they react," Wuji Zi pondered.

"Alright, I'll take care of this matter," another Mahayana nodded in agreement.

"Since the Heavenly Demons don't dare to act openly, they obviously fear our strength and know they are not our match, giving us time to deal with the situation calmly," Wuji Zi said indifferently.

"There's no time to delay, I'll go and meet those old friends!" Saying so, his figure began to blur and soon disappeared.

All the other Mahayanas exchanged glances and, one by one, their figures became ethereal, vanishing above the clouds.

...

Dao Tower.

Elder Chun Ye took a small sip of wine and smiled, "Not bad, Yang Ji, you've made a merit again."

"Heh, Elder, since I've made a merit, is there a reward?" Yang Ji beamed with a smile.

"What? You want a reward again? Leave that for the Sect Master to deal with, and when all the disciples come asking you for rewards, let's see if you can handle it. You really don't think about the Sect at all," Chun Ye glanced at him and said.

"Elder, I'm not asking for something as precious as the Time Stone, just a token of recognition from the Sect," Yang Ji pretended to be helpless.

"A token of recognition?" Chun Ye glanced at him, caressed his wine cup, seemingly pondering what to reward him with, and after a moment of contemplation, said, "How about this, since you haven't passed the third assessment yet, I will arrange an easy task for you and give you some special attention."

"Elder, I feel that I can pass the third assessment on my own strength; I don't need any special treatment," Yang Ji replied helplessly.

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"Don't be impatient, this task is not only easy, but it also comes with tremendous benefits. In a few decades, the Immortal Sword Sect will host a Sword Appraisal Conference. By attending the conference with the Sect's high-level members, you'll be considered as having completed the task."

"It will only be a few days' journey, quite simple, and risk-free. It's practically giving you a free pass for the third assessment," Elder Chun Ye said with a slight smile.

"Furthermore, the Immortal Sword Sect is skilled at forging famous swords. If you manage to secure one of the top three positions at the Sword Appraisal Conference, the sword you appraise will be yours to keep, and you will also gain the qualification to ascend Heaven Sword Peak. If you find an unparalleled sword there, then you'll have struck a great fortune," Elder Chun Ye continued smiling.

"Oh, the Heaven Sword Peak of the Immortal Sword Sect? I've heard of it. Rumor has it that the Immortal Sword Sect doesn't assess a disciple's Spiritual Root nor their innate talent; as long as one finds a sword on the Sword Peak that resonates with them, they can join the Sect. Is that true?" Yang Ji inquired.

"That is indeed true, as recorded in the books," Chun Ye laughed, "Yang Ji, haven't you always been clamoring for a Dao Device? There are millions of swords on Heaven Sword Peak, among them are powerful Dao Devices. If you're lucky, it's possible to find a Superior Dao Artifact."

"Oh? There are Superior Dao Artifacts?" Yang Ji's eyes immediately lit up.

"Of course, provided the Dao Device is willing to accompany you. If it ignores you, even if you find it, it won't belong to you," Chun Ye chuckled.

"That's true!" Yang Ji suddenly thought of the Da Xianshi; such high-grade Dao Devices were undoubtedly sentient, and the Spiritual Artifacts within them might be even more powerful than he was. If he tried to claim them forcefully, he'd likely be repelled by a burst of Sword Light.

Nevertheless, Yang Ji was still very excited and quickly said, "Elder, I'll choose this reward, then."

"Alright, you'll be notified in a few decades. Don't wander off in the meantime, because if you miss the time, there'll be no second chance," Chun Ye said.

"This disciple understands," Yang Ji nodded, drank a few more cups with Elder Chun Ye, and then left the Dao Tower.

"Master, where shall we go now?" the Buddha Child inquired.

"To the Training Ground of the Heavenly Demons! Hunt some Heavenly Demons!" Yang Ji thought of the Primordial Spirit Fruit, his heart ablaze with fervor.