Chapter 65 The New Seven Major Sects

“Sect Leader, how do you always find such Prodigies? You haven’t really opened your Heavenly Eye, have you?”

In the forest, Yang Jueding, who had just taken a punch from Zhao Zhen, couldn’t help but turn to look at Li Qingqiu and asked in confusion.

His right palm was somewhat hot and numb, which he found absurd.

This kid is only five years old?

Why!

When he was five, he was still illiterate, but this kid had already cultivated Internal Skill… After asking, Yang Jueding turned back to look at Zhao Zhen, who was panting, his eyes complex. After the shock, he was filled with anticipation.

The future of the Qingxiao Sect is secured!

In his opinion, the next generation of the Qingxiao Sect’s talent far surpassed theirs. How strong would the Qingxiao Sect be in twenty years?

Five-year-old Zhao Zhen supported himself with his hands on his knees. Although it wasn’t the first time he had sparred with all his might, after learning the Great Sun Yang Technique, his confidence had greatly increased. He hadn’t expected to be unable to move his opponent at all.

He felt that Yang Jueding was even more powerful than the Masters of the Heaven Protection Guard.

Coming to the Qingxiao Sect was truly the right choice.

Li Qingqiu smiled and said, “You’ve discovered this, so, Elder Yang, stay in the Qingxiao Sect and rest assured. As long as new Disciples keep joining, I’ll always be able to pick out Geniuses. As an Elder who passes on martial arts, you just need to wait for me to send Geniuses to you. In the future, Zhen’er will often come to you to Cultivate martial arts, so don’t hold back any secrets.”

Yang Jueding nodded, sighing, “I estimate he’ll learn all my martial arts in just a few years. I can feel that his Internal Skill is not simple, stronger than the Internal Skill I used to Cultivate, and it feels familiar to me, as if I’ve seen it somewhere before. The stronger the Internal Skill, the harder it is to Cultivate, requiring time to accumulate. He’s only five years old this year and has already entered the School, which is truly incredible…”

Li Qingqiu’s lips curved upward. He didn’t respond further. He walked forward, knelt in front of Zhao Zhen, and while wiping Zhao Zhen’s sweat, he said, “You’re still young, there’s no need to exert yourself so much. You can’t rush martial arts, understand?”

Zhao Zhen looked up at his Master and nodded seriously.

Then, Li Qingqiu picked him up with one hand and walked towards the mountain path in the distance, while waving his hand and saying, “Elder Yang, no matter how busy you are, remember to make time to Cultivate. I feel you’re not far from the Nourishing Origin Realm, Second Layer.”

Upon hearing this, Yang Jueding was immediately delighted. He didn’t doubt Li Qingqiu’s judgment. He yearned for the Nourishing Origin Realm, Second Layer extremely.

What martial arts myth’s divine skill? The Qingxiao Sect’s Hunyuan Scripture is the strongest!

Yang Jueding invigorated his spirit and turned to walk in another direction… It was nearing noon.

Chai Yunshang and Former Jianghu Expert finally arrived at the foot of Qingxiao Mountain. After renovations, a stone tablet stood at the foot of the mountain, with the characters ‘Qingxiao’ carved on it.

The two stood by the official road and could see people going up and down the winding mountain path above. Carriages were also parked in the nearby open space, with dedicated guards.

Former Jianghu Expert, carrying a satchel, sighed, “The Qingxiao Sect is truly not what it used to be. It is said that ten years ago, the Qingxiao Sect only had Lin Xunfeng, and what was called a School was actually just his residence.”

Chai Yunshang looked up. The majestic Qingxiao Mountain was nestled among the peaks, surrounded by mist, appearing even more imposing than the mountains where the Seven Peaks Alliance was located. Anyone standing here would feel their own insignificance.

“It feels quite nice to live out one’s life peacefully amidst the grand scenery here,” Chai Yunshang murmured with emotion.

Former Jianghu Expert couldn’t help but shake his head, saying, “In the Jianghu, one is not free. The Taikun Mountain Range is far from the mundane world, but there are still Jianghu Schools coming to cause trouble for them.”

“Indeed. Let’s go up and take a look. Whether we succeed or not, getting to see the scenery of Qingxiao will make the trip worthwhile.”

Chai Yunshang responded and then walked towards the mountain path, with Former Jianghu Expert following closely behind.

The nearby people only glanced at them and were not curious about their identities, because many Jianghu people had come to Qingxiao Mountain during this period.

At the same time.

Li Qingqiu, who had just finished eating, was listening to Zhang Yuchun report on the various matters within the School.

The number of Disciples was increasing, nearing two hundred. Coupled with the pilgrims, people seeking medical treatment, and craftsmen on the mountain, friction was inevitable, forcing them to refine the School rules.

For Li Qingqiu, these were minor details. How to refine the School rules was for Zhang Yuchun and Zhang Yu to figure out; he only needed to approve or reject.

Trivial matters, when gathered, also required time to formulate.

After chatting for half an hour, the School rules were finally finalized. Zhang Yuchun changed the subject, saying, “Senior Brother, I think the Qingxiao Sect should also send Disciples down the mountain for experience, like Sixth Junior Brother, to uphold justice and build reputation. However, in the future, there’s no need for Sixth Junior Brother to personally lead the team; younger Disciples can take on the responsibility.”

Li Qingqiu nodded and said, “I agree, but when going down the mountain, personnel must be properly matched. There must be someone strong enough in martial arts, and someone rational enough.”

“I will arrange it personally. Now the Disciples are very enthusiastic about gaining experience down the mountain, all wanting to bring glory to the Qingxiao Sect. During this time, those who came up the mountain also told our prestige to the Disciples. These little rascals also want to be famous in the Jianghu.”

Zhang Yuchun smiled, his face filled with relief.

Recalling a few years ago, the Qingxiao Sect was extremely desolate. Although he had fantasized about the future of the Qingxiao Sect back then, he had never imagined it would grow so quickly.

He didn’t think the credit was his. Although he held great power, the true key figure was Senior Brother.

He couldn’t forget the scene of Senior Brother stepping on Xiao Ba to kill the Seven Fiends of the Demonic Sect, and both Jiang Zhaoxia and Xu Ning became so powerful by Cultivating Senior Brother’s Hunyuan Scripture.

Senior Brother usually seemed lazy, but Senior Brother was the true foundation of the Qingxiao Sect and could also help him perfect the School’s planning. Many of his suggestions enlightened him.

Li Qingqiu picked up a pen and paper nearby, wrote three names, and said, “These three, you can Cultivate them with focus. I have met them, and their talents are quite good.”

Zhang Yuchun took the paper, looking at the three names on it. He had no impression of them. He couldn’t help but smile and say, “Senior Brother, in my opinion, Zhang Yu’s physiognomy is fake. No one is better at physiognomy than you.”

Li Qingqiu smiled and said, “Spend more time Cultivating the Hunyuan Scripture. When your Internal Skill is high, you’ll also be able to somewhat discern others’ undiscovered talents.”

“Is that so?”

Zhang Yuchun was half-believing.

Li Qingqiu stood up and stopped talking to Zhang Yuchun. He also had to Cultivate.

Although the development of the School was important, one’s personal Dao must not be neglected.

Xu Ning and Jiang Zhaoxia would soon reach the Sixth Layer of Nourishing Origin Realm, and he naturally had to push for the Seventh Layer to maintain his advantage.

After leaving the house, Li Qingqiu called Yuan Li and Zhao Zhen, who were playing in the garden. The two were the same age and Junior Brothers, and usually inseparable. When Zhao Zhen went to Yang Jueding to Cultivate martial arts, Yuan Li would also watch from the side.

Seeing that Yuan Li had Zhao Zhen as a companion, Yuan Qi was completely at ease and began to focus on his own martial arts Cultivation… The scorching summer arrived. After this period of development, the number of Qingxiao Sect Disciples had exceeded two hundred, and three more True Disciples had been added, meaning three people had stepped into the Nourishing Origin Realm, First Layer, officially becoming cultivators.

On this day, Xu Ning Breakthrough to the Sixth Layer of Nourishing Origin Realm. She was very happy and specifically came to Lingxiao Courtyard to find Li Qingqiu and inform him of this matter.

Li Qingqiu had just returned from the underground spiritual lake, followed by Yuan Li and Zhao Zhen.

Hearing that Xu Ning had successfully made a Breakthrough, Li Qingqiu feigned surprise and asked, “That amazing? Ning’er, you truly are a one-in-ten-thousand Genius.”

Xu Ning’s lips curved upward upon hearing this, her mood incredibly joyful. Her gaze subtly swept over Zhao Zhen, and she then said, “Master treats me so well, I naturally cannot disappoint Master.”

Just then, Yang Jueding quickly walked into Lingxiao Courtyard, looking excited.

“Sect Leader! Great news! Great news!”

Yang Jueding, who had just made a Breakthrough to the Nourishing Origin Realm, Second Layer yesterday, arrived with his voice first, his voice extremely loud.

Li Qingqiu and the others turned to look at him. When he reached them, Li Qingqiu asked, “Elder Yang, what has made you so agitated?”

Yang Jueding didn’t detect the hint of admonishment in Li Qingqiu’s words. He excitedly said, “The White Emperor Manor sent an invitation, saying they are hosting a gathering of the seven major Schools of Guzhou Prefecture to discuss important matters.”

“Seven major Schools?” Li Qingqiu asked in surprise.

Yang Jueding nodded and said, “That’s right, the White Emperor Manor has announced that the Qingxiao Sect has replaced the Qing Cult to become one of the new seven major Schools. From now on, our status in the Martial Forest will undergo earth-shattering changes. We’ve made it!”

Li Qingqiu’s reaction was calm. He didn’t value the so-called seven major Schools, but he also understood that this matter was beneficial to the Qingxiao Sect.

In a world similar to ancient China, reputation was especially important. There were too many stories heard by people across the land, and many stories might have been embellished. The Qingxiao Sect’s previous achievements couldn’t be sung forever, but the title of the seven major Schools would be passed down continuously.

Li Qingqiu guessed that Jiang Kuotian had exerted his influence. The Qingxiao Sect and the White Emperor Manor had no friendship. Logically speaking, after the Qingxiao Sect annihilated the Qing Cult, other Schools should be wary, so the White Emperor Manor was showing goodwill.

“What important matters are to be discussed?”

Li Qingqiu asked. Although he guessed that the White Emperor Manor was showing goodwill, he remained cautious. After all, one must guard against others. The White Emperor Manor was a major School, not a one-man show. Even with Jiang Kuotian’s mediation, there would surely be some with ill intentions.

Yang Jueding replied, “That person said that the Demonic Sect is about to reappear in the Jianghu, which will surely endanger the Martial Forest.”

Regarding the Demonic Sect, Yang Jueding was not as wary as before. After all, even the Seven Fiends of the Demonic Sect had been killed by Li Qingqiu. Even if the Demonic Sect resurfaced, its strength would surely be far less than before.

“Do you think the Qingxiao Sect should attend the banquet?” Li Qingqiu asked, his expression calm, which dispelled Yang Jueding’s excitement.

After calming down, Yang Jueding thought for a moment, then looked up at Li Qingqiu and said seriously, “We must go. I don’t think the White Emperor Manor would set a trap. They are now close to the official Dao. Using such underhanded methods would tarnish their reputation. However, whether unforeseen circumstances will arise during this gathering is hard to say. But as long as we go, we will be one of the seven major Schools, and the benefits far outweigh the dangers.”

“Sect Leader, I’ll go.”

Yang Jueding knew that the Qingxiao Sect needed Li Qingqiu to hold the fort. Of course, he was also worried about the consequences if Li Qingqiu went.

The Disciples all thought the Sect Leader was gentle, but only Yang Jueding knew that Li Qingqiu was the most ruthless person in the Qingxiao Sect. He couldn’t forget that rainy night. He was afraid that the other six major Schools would scheme and provoke Li Qingqiu into a massacre.

If the White Emperor Manor were destroyed, the Qingxiao Sect would surely be targeted by the imperial court.

“Master, I’ll go too,” Xu Ning suddenly said.

Li Qingqiu turned his head to look at her, guessing what she was thinking. This girl wanted to meet the Demonic Sect.

After pondering for a moment, Li Qingqiu said, “Alright, you take my heavenly rainbow sword with you.”

The heavenly rainbow sword was equivalent to the Sect Leader’s token!

Xu Ning nodded, her expression unchanged, but Yang Jueding became excited again.

A gathering of the seven major Schools would certainly not be as simple as just sitting down and drinking. Martial Forest practitioners would inevitably engage in sparring and martial arts contests.