Chapter 364 The Peacock (Updated on the 23rd)
A few months later.
The position of the leader of the Yunxia Sect has changed.
The life of the head of the Hu clan is approaching the end of his life. He has resigned from his post and is taking care of himself at home.
Zhenren Xuefeng, who used to be in charge of Fengxia Fairy City, serves as the new sect leader, coordinating and managing the affairs within the sect.
In addition, Yunxia Sect’s middle and high-level positions have been transferred to varying degrees.
Those who are interested can find out that many key positions in the door have been transferred by the monks who are close to the Lord Zixia, and they have been handed over silently.
This means that the era when True Lord Yunlan was in power will soon become a thing of the past.
Lu Changan completely stayed out of the matter and watched the change of power of Yuanying Sect with cold eyes.
Zhenjun Yuanying is not a sage or immortal, he also has selfish motives. Lu Changan understands and agrees with the actions of True Monarch Zixia, which is conducive to taking charge of the sect and eliminating unstable factors.
Elder Xiang and Lord Diyan are in a detached position in the sect and are not affected by this turmoil.
Strength is the foundation of everything. True Lord Zixia needs the top combat power of the fourth-level holy beast to maintain the power of the sect.
“From this point of view, there is little hope that True Lord Yunlan Yuanying will return to his cultivation. Even if he does come back, he will not be able to shake True Lord Zixia’s status.”
Lu Changan speculated that Fairy Zixia made this move after confirming the specific status of the Taoist couple through the [Life Soul Painting] in her hand.
It’s just that in the past five or six years, True Lord Zixia has never shown True Lord Yunlan’s [Life Soul Painting] to Lu Changan.
Yunxia Sect still has monks who go out to look for clues, but their efforts are not as strong as before.
…
The position of the sect leader was handed over not long ago.
Lu Changan was summoned by Zhenjun Zixia and went to the Taishang Elder’s cave to have a talk.
Zixia Peak Cave Mansion.
When Lu Changan arrived, he found two people coming to the main hall of the cave.
The leader is an old man with gray hair who is old and aged, who is the former head of the Hu clan.
Lu Changan discovered that Sect Leader Hu's body was exhausted, his mana had declined seriously, and he no longer had the peak power of the Pill Formation Overhaul.
“Elder Xiang is here.”
Zongzhu Hu bowed his hands and showed a humble and kind smile on his old wrinkled face.
Behind Sect Leader Hu is a handsome man in white. He looks to be in his twenties and is in the late stages of foundation building.
“This is Hu Ang, a descendant of my Hu family, who currently serves in Xuanfeng Hall.”
Sect Master Hu took the initiative to introduce.
“This disciple has met Elder Xiang.”
Hu Ang lowers his eyebrows, is respectful, and has a handsome appearance, which makes him look more comfortable.
Lu Changan nodded and exchanged a few words.
Sect Master Hu actually brought a disciple of the Foundation Establishment stage to pay a visit to True Lord Zixia. He didn’t know why.
After conversation, we learned that Hu Ang is an outstanding youngster of the new generation of the Hu family, with high-grade spiritual roots, and he has made great achievements not long ago.
Xuanfengtang belongs to the scout and intelligence organization in Yunxia Sect.
In the past two years, Hu Ang has shown extraordinary abilities. He first obtained key information about Dashan Mountain and made unfavorable plans for the Yunxia Sect.
This information allowed Yunxia Sect to avoid considerable financial losses and casualties.
Secondly, half a year ago, Hu Ang uncovered three insiders of the hostile forces in the mountain gate. One of them was a fake Danzhenren who served as the deputy head of the Xuanfeng Hall, which was extremely harmful.
These two achievements, after being reported by Sect Master Hu, attracted the attention of Zhenjun Zixia and prepared to reward Hu Ang.
When Lu Changan learned the reason, he didn't feel relieved. This is human nature.
The head of the Hu clan has very little longevity left. After abdicating the throne, he has to make plans for his lineage and nominate key figures in the future.
It cannot be ruled out that Hu Ang is indeed excellent.
However, the continuous achievements of great achievements in two years may be the result of the promotion of Hu Zongzhu's lineage, rather than relying solely on personal ability.
Buzz!
A cloud of misty purple clouds fell from the top of the hall, showing a hazy and illusive and beautiful figure.
“I’ve met the Supreme Elder.”
Lu Changan and the other three bowed in salute. In front of outsiders, Lu Changan did not treat him as a senior sister.
The Nascent Soul-level aura faded away, and Zixia Zhenjun wore a phoenix hairpin on his head and a purple dress. He stretched his neck and showed off his beautiful face. Under his noble demeanor, there was a hint of careless laziness.
Hu Ang even knelt down to salute, not daring to look directly into Zixia Fairy's star-like eyes. His eyes caught sight of the slim and beautiful purple skirt, and his heartbeat accelerated slightly, unable to hide his surprise and admiration.
“Without courtesy.”
Zhenjun Zixia raised her hand and took a brief look at Hu Ang. The latter had a dignified appearance and outstanding talents, which made him feel pleasing to the eye.
Lu Changan and Sect Leader Hu sat down.
Hu Ang stood aside respectfully, not squinting.
After Fairy Zixia expressed her condolences to Sect Leader Hu, she then got down to business.
“Elder Xiang has been in our sect for decades and has never heard of a disciple. Today, are you interested in accepting Hu Ang as a disciple?”
Zhenjun Zixia turned her eyes and looked at Lu Changan with a smile.
“This boy’s talents and talents are of the highest quality. He has made great achievements in the past two years without relying on the family elders. He is a rare good talent.”
Hearing the arrangement of True Monarch Zixia, Hu Ang, who was standing aside respectfully, his expression changed slightly.
Sect leader Hu gently stroked his white beard, feeling a little moved.
According to the original plan, Hu Ang did not want the reward from Zhenjun Zixia, but worshiped the latter as his teacher.
If you can embrace the lap of the Supreme Elder, with Hu Ang's qualifications, talents, and the background of the Hu clan leader, you will not have to worry about achieving great success in the sect.
However, as a Jurchen, Fairy Zixia basically does not accept male disciples.
Jiang Haoran is a direct descendant of his elder brother. He has top-notch qualifications and a divine appearance, which is considered a special situation.
If True Monarch Zixia does not accept disciples, Elder Xiang is indeed an option.
Elder Xiang has a transcendent status in the sect with the support of the fourth-level holy beast, second only to Zhenjun Zixia, and has extraordinary puppetry skills.
Lu Changan's thoughts changed and he quickly understood the reason.
Zongzhu Hu devoted his whole life to the sect, and his hard work made great achievements. Hu Ang was considered an outstanding disciple of Miao Hong in the Yunxia Sect. True Lord Zixia doesn't want to accept a disciple, but it's hard to refuse.
If Elder Xiang is allowed to accept disciples, it will not only satisfy Sect Leader Hu's wish, but also integrate the direct lineage of this sect with Elder Xiang's lineage, increasing Xiang Dalong's sense of belonging.
The only thing that surprised Lu Changan was that Hu Ang had achieved great success with his true ability, and with the endorsement of the True Lord Yuanying, it shouldn't be a fraud.
“Ju Ang, let me ask you two questions.”
Lu Changan did not refuse outright, his expression was serious and his eyes dropped, making Hu Ang feel a heavy pressure.
“Excuse me, elder.” Hu Ang said awkwardly.
"Do you really worship a certain family as your teacher?"
“Disciple…”
The smile on Hu Ang's face looked unnatural.
His apprenticeship target is Zhenjun Zixia, he admires her from the bottom of his heart and has no interest in Elder Xiang.
“Do you have the qualifications to make a puppet?”
Before he could answer, Lu Changan asked a second question aggressively.
"This...disciple has never tried it before, so he should not have outstanding qualifications for puppet refining."
Hu Ang saw that Elder Xiang did not want to accept him as his disciple, so he followed his tone and answered truthfully.
“Sir, it’s obvious that Hu Ang is not a suitable disciple for a certain family.”
Lu Changan handed over his hand and reported to True Lord Zixia.
“Forget it, accepting a disciple and becoming a master requires fate, and you can’t force it.”
Zhenjun Zixia's wishful thinking failed and he took a deep look at Elder Xiang.
Over the years, she has tried to further integrate Elder Xiang into Yunxia Sect, enhance the latter's sense of belonging with Diyan Lord, and strive to become one of her own, but it has not been so smooth.
Although Elder Xiang has a good relationship with her, he always feels that he has not really integrated into the sect and is more like an outsider watching the show.
Lu Changan was thoughtful and said:
“Although a certain family has no master-disciple relationship with the Hu family, it does not hinder the friendship. If Hu Daoyou doesn’t mind the steward Xiao of this peak, he can marry a daughter of the Hu family.”
Zongzhu Hu’s face glowed red and he happily agreed.
Back then, when Earth Rock Rat was promoted to the Demon King of Transformation, he had this idea in mind. Unfortunately, Xiao Qingshan has a very good relationship with his Taoist companion Si Lu. They are relatively dedicated and have no idea of taking a concubine.
Now that Elder Xiang has made the decision himself, the matter is simple.
In the witness of True Lord Zixia, Lu Changan and Sect Master Hu reached an oral engagement.
Sect leader Hu selected a granddaughter of the Hu family with good qualifications and outstanding beauty, and married Xiao Qingshan as a Taoist wife.
As for the wishes of the parties involved, Lu Changan and Sect Master Hu did not interfere.
From Lu Changan's point of view, allowing Xiao Qingshan to have more concubines is conducive to the practice of "Dragon and Phoenix Double Cauldron", and this is for his own good.
This marriage can also somewhat dispel Zhenjun Zixia's doubts.
…
"Today, Ben Zhenjun will make an exception and accept Hu Ang as a registered disciple. Good things come in pairs."
After weighing the matter, Zhenjun Zixia finally agreed to accept Hu Ang as his disciple.
Even for registered disciples, special exceptions have been made.
As a top-grade spiritual root, Hu Ang can cultivate faster than those with the same qualifications, so he can stand out.
In addition to the rewards for meritorious service and the request of Sect Master Hu, Zixia Zhenjun also found this son to be a good match.
“Disciple Hu Ang, pay homage to the Master.”
Hu Ang's face was shocked, he was overjoyed, and he immediately knelt down and worshiped.
Lu Changan congratulated him at the right time, "The Supreme Elder has accepted a good disciple. I am very happy and congratulated."
"Hu Ang, you are a registered male disciple and are not suitable to stay at Zixia Peak. If you form a true elixir in the future, I promise to officially take you into my sect."
Zhenjun Zixia encouraged him.
Every additional True Alchemy cultivator is a solid pillar for the Yunxia Sect.
“Thank you, Master, for the gift.”
Hu Ang kowtowed three times and bowed nine times, his forehead was bruised and swollen, and he shed tears of gratitude. This is a lesson from his sincerity.
Seeing this scene, Zixia Zhenjun smiled and had a good feeling about this son.
After a simple apprenticeship ceremony, Lu Changan and Sect Leader Hu left the fourth-level main peak.
Hu Ang was in an excited mood, clenched his fists, and took a deep breath.
“The first step to return to the sect has been successfully completed.”
“Sure enough, neither Ziyan nor Xiang Dalong saw the flaw! As long as they act according to the plan, everything they lost in the past will be recovered one by one.”
Hu Ang seemed to be in a state of excitement, but his heart was calm.
Looking back at the familiar Zixia Peak.
There, the figure that haunts him in his dreams is also his once beloved Taoist companion.
Now, he started with a new identity, rising up in a familiar sect, returning to the top step by step, and reunited with his former Taoist companions.
Zixia Peak, the cave's dormitory.
Zhenjun Zixia sat quietly for a long time, looking downcast, and turned over her hands to take out a gray-white figure scroll.
The man in the feather robe and cloak outlined in the scroll has a dim and dim soul, just like a dead statue.
Three years ago, she confirmed the death of the Taoist monk. The soul lamp of True Lord Yun Lan in the ancestral hall of the sect has long been transferred.
There has been no announcement of the death of True Lord Yunlan so far, leaving a glimmer of hope for the sake of the sect's stability.
In this way, the hostile forces and Elder Xiang's favor will be wary.
If the identity of the widow is confirmed, the big outside forces and the Yuanying old monster will think that she is easy to bully as a Jurchen Lord in charge of the sect, and may collude with Elder Xiang and endanger the foundation of the sect.
…
After returning to Qingluan Peak, Lu Changan declared to be in seclusion.
Next, he and Wei Puppet Master teamed up to fully implement the perfect supernatural puppet plan.
one year later.
Qingluan Peak, underground secret hall.
A five-color peacock with wings spread several feet, gorgeous and noble, vividly displayed, suspended in mid-air by silk threads.
Lu Changan and the green-armored puppet stood on both sides, lifting the peacock's two open toes high, and carefully suturing the outer skin of the last lower limb.
“You can try to start.”
After a moment, Master Wei glanced at Lu Changan, who was sweating on his forehead.
In order to hone Lu Changan's puppet refining skills, the last few steps were performed by the former, with Wei Puppet Master assisting and giving pointers.
"good."
Lu Changan opened the abdominal skin of the five-color peacock and inserted eight pieces of high-level puppet crystals that were painstakingly refined.
Phew! Snapped!
The supernatural peacock puppet in mid-air opened its turquoise-jewel-like eyes, its wings vibrated, and a ball of five-color light surrounded it.
A powerful spiritual pressure rose in the secret hall, exuding a trace of the bloodline of ancient creatures.
This aura is similar to the five-color peacock of the Tianpin bloodline back then, and it is more powerful, but it seems violent and disorderly, chaotic and impure.
Click!
As the supernatural peacock vibrated its wings, several five-color light blades flashed in the air, easily cutting off the third-order silk thread wrapped around the noble body.
The five-color light blade did not stop, faintly forming a small brilliant storm, exuding a dangerous aura, enough to kill the late-stage overhaul of the pill formation.
"stop."
Lu Changan used the Puppet Control Technique, and the supernatural peacock puppet in mid-air gathered its spiritual light. With a graceful posture, the peacock opened its tail and flew back and forth in the secret hall.
“Yes, the quality of this puppet is close to that of a fourth-level puppet. It is even better than the old man who was in Gutian Fairy City back then.”
The puppet master of Wei showed an expression of admiration and stretched out his hand to touch the tough feathers of the supernatural peacock. Every inch of material on it has been designed or crafted by him personally.
“I don’t know how much of the five-color peacock’s five-color forbidden aura this puppet has inherited.”
The tactics in Lu Changan's hands changed.
The five-color supernatural peacock opened its mouth and made a clear cry, then opened its mouth and spit out a five-color beam of light.
咻!
Wherever the five-color beam of light reaches, the air is distorted and the light and dark are unstable, heading straight towards the wall where the secret room is located.
Lu Changan popped out two third-level middle-grade golden light defense talismans in advance, but they were easily wiped out by five-color beams of light, and they were instantly dimmed and destroyed.
Hmm!
Immediately afterwards, the restriction on the wall that exceeded the third-level limit trembled rapidly, quickly dimmed, and finally failed to hold on, leaving a flat, scorched black hole about a foot deep by the five-color beam.
The power of the five-color beam also collapsed and disappeared at this time.
“The effect of the five-color aura exceeds that of the third-level high-grade five-color peacock. However, it should not be as good as the fourth-level five-color peacock, otherwise the aura restriction in the early stage of Nascent Soul can be easily overcome.”
Lu Changan made a rough guess and came to a preliminary conclusion.
Two days later.
Lu Changan and Wei Puppet Master conducted a comprehensive inspection on the five-color peacock and confirmed that there were no major flaws. Some minor problems can be optimized and adjusted later.
During the period, Five-Colored Peacock briefly fought with Diyan Lord in the fourth-order magic formation, but was suppressed by the latter without taking any advantage.
Lu Changan has made an evaluation of the supernatural peacock puppet, and its overall strength is stronger than the quasi-fourth-level green-armored puppet he just obtained that year.
Faced with Nascent Soul monks who rely on magical auras and talisman restrictions, it may have a good check and balance effect.
The disadvantage is that the five-color aura of the supernatural peacock is ultimately a fake and does not reach the ideal power.
This is also related to the experience of making a supernatural puppet, and the skills are not perfect.
The five-color peacock's advantage of high mobility has been inherited.
The materials of the Alien Peacock are of good quality, including the fourth-order dragon skeleton, which is as fast as the True Lord Nian Ying when flying at full strength.
Of course, powerful puppets of this level, including blue-armored puppets, are extremely expensive and require high puppet crystals.
The high-level puppet crystal used by Lu Changan costs more than tens of thousands of spirit stones per piece. Not only is it financial resources, but it also requires smelting spiritual consciousness and the power to refine puppets.
A fight is equivalent to burning spiritual stones all the time.
The combat cost-effectiveness is very low, far less cost-effective than the fourth-level spiritual pet.
Therefore, even if a high-level puppet falls into the hands of a low-level monk, it may not be able to afford the expense.
(End of this chapter)