Yet, when it came to experience in handling affairs, he was one of the most outstanding in the entire Shenxiao Sect.

"Qi Xiu, you're back. How is it, any news?"

Hearing the call, Daoist Yunming slowly turned his head to look over, yet his hand movements didn't pause for a moment.

Compared to other small or medium sects and solitary practitioners, the Shenxiao Sect, once resolved to act, secretly constructed fifteen dark posts throughout the vast Dianchuan Province. These fifteen dark posts were hidden in secretive locations, shielded and guarded by great formations, and personally overseen by Dao Body Realm Leaders. Disciples of the Shenxiao Sect, while waging battles abroad, could return to these dark posts at any time for rest and reorganization.

"Reporting back to Preceptor, indeed, I have heard some news."

Relaying the information about Wei City and the source of the evil fruit scattered abroad without omitting a single word to Daoist Yunming, Qi Xiu stood quietly to one side, waiting for his preceptor to speak.

A sage of over two thousand years. There were hardly any things in this world that could escape his ancient and profound wisdom.

"If it is as you say, and the source of the evil fruit has been scattered abroad, this thing is likely to spark quite a bit of slaughter."

Lifting a glazed wine cup, he took a sip of the sweet, mellow, and robust wine within. Daoist Yunming pursed his lips, his throat moving faintly, "However, compared to that, I am more curious about who exactly killed that flood dragon."

Completely oblivious to the fact that one of the culprits behind the Flood Dragon King's death stood right beside him, Daoist Yunming smacked his lips, "Qi Xiu, the Sect Leader has replied to your letter. Here, take a look for yourself."

Having consumed merely two cups of fine liquor, Daoist Yunming's eyes were already beginning to blur, as he unsteadily drew out a jade slip from within his Taoist robe and handed it to Qi Xiu.

"Then, Preceptor, you should… rest early."

Looking at Preceptor Yunming, whose face had turned a shade of red, Qi Xiu shook his head helplessly.

This preceptor indulged in wine, loved wine, yet, paradoxically, he couldn't handle his liquor. Even a small amount, merely half a cup or less, would leave him as drunk as an ox. It was said that in his early years, he was secretly plotted against by someone from the Liquor God Sect. His soul was eroded by the Liquor God, leaving an ailment behind. On the one hand, he developed an almost mad obsession and love for wine. On the other hand, he was extremely sensitive to alcohol; even a tiny bit could get him completely drunk. It was a tormenting and inextricable predicament.

After bidding farewell to Daoist Yunming, Qi Xiu returned to his own room.

The modest room was simply furnished, with a pill furnace in the center, still burning with roaring purple flames as if forging something within.

Qi Xiu took out the jade slip and, with a surge of his vital essence, the Sect Leader's letter instantly transformed into a beam of light, assuming the appearance of Dongfang Qing.

Lifelike, as if the real person was right there before his eyes.

"Little fellow, it's been a long time."

Appearing out of nowhere and scanning the surroundings with his hands behind his back, Dongfang Qing's gaze first fell on the pill furnace in the center of the room. To be precise, on the surging, intense purple fire beneath the furnace.

"Zixiao Tribulation Fire? You know quite a lot, don't you."

Muttering under his breath, Dongfang Qing casually took a seat at a square table, helped himself to the teapot, and poured a cup of tea, "I received Yunming's letter. Hidden Thunder Heavy Pupil, huh, you really do have uncanny luck. Back then, the seventy-fifth ancestor of our sect braved nine Tombs of Huanggong and still failed to find this secret technique. It's unexpected that you stumbled upon it. I've seen many with good fortune, but it's the first time I've seen someone as lucky as you are in our sect."

He took a sip from the teacup, and the bitter taste caused Dongfang Qing to frown slightly, "What's in this teapot must be tree leaves."

"Sect Master jests. My luck has just been slightly better," Qi Xiu said with a self-deprecating smile, opting not to reveal the Divine Marvel of his proficiency.

This was his greatest secret, one not even his biological parents were privy to.

"Some things are destined and cannot be forced. I came to you this time with just one thought in mind."

Setting down the cup, Dongfang Qing rolled up his sleeves and yawned, "The sect plans to buy the method of Hidden Thunder Heavy Pupil from you. Name your price."

"Buy?"

With a look of surprise, Qi Xiu was somewhat at a loss.

Just like that, straightforward and decisive?

"Actually, I could…"

"Stop right there. You are a disciple of our Shenxiao, not a slave of the Shenxiao Sect. What is yours, remains yours. This secret technique does indeed offer significant benefit to our Shenxiao Sect. But if the sect wants it, we will buy it from you. This is at the core of our Shenxiao Sect's reformation, a rule I personally established. The days of communal provision are over. This system serves not only to encourage you but also to stimulate the sect itself. What, you don't want to sell?"

Raising his hand to interrupt Qi Xiu's words that were about to reach his lips, Dongfang Qing directly stated the purpose of his visit.

As the one revered as the reviving patriarch after the seventy-fifth generation, since Dongfang Qing achieved the Primordial Spirit Realm and ascended to the position of Supreme Sect Leader, he had embarked on sweeping reforms within the Shenxiao Sect. These included the independence of each peak, a variety of disciple encouragement mechanisms, perfect resource support channels, and more. A series of actions had revitalized the Shenxiao Sect, which had been waning in recent years, with a renewed vigor and vitality. His prestige within the Shenxiao Sect had reached its zenith. Countless disciples revered him as a deity, holding him in the utmost respect!

"That's not the case... I truly am not clear about the value of this item."

Now that Dongfang Qing had made his intentions clear and the conversation had reached a substantial point, Qi Xiu naturally wouldn't feign modesty or make excuses.

It was just that he genuinely did not know how much the Yellow Official Document was worth. Selling it cheap or selling it expensive seemed equally improper.

"Hehehe, it's just this minor matter; take a look."

Ancient scrolls abruptly appeared in Dongfang Qing's hand as he flipped his palm, worn and spotted with age, the edges yellowed. On the cover, in ancient seal script barely decipherable, were four large characters: [Yellow Official Document]

"Exchanging the Yellow Official Document for the Yellow Official Document is naturally quite appropriate."

With a chuckle, Dongfang Qing tossed the set of ancient scrolls to Qi Xiu.

This set of ancient scrolls was an early treasured collection of the Shenxiao Sect. However, most of the magical techniques recorded in the Yin Scroll of the Yellow Official Document were bizarre and enigmatic, abstruse and hard to understand, making cultivation very difficult and the results minimal. Hence, although this Yin Scroll of the Yellow Official Document had long been included in the Shenxiao Sect, few had sought to exchange for and cultivate it. Moreover, even though it was difficult to practice, its quality was high, and the requirements for exchange and cultivation were quite stringent. Over time, this scroll of unique arts had been relegated to a high shelf, and even many Dao Experts within the sect had forgotten that their sect possessed a volume of the Yellow Official Document.

Spreading out the ancient scroll in his hands, four characters that seemed to swirl faintly in a strange fashion caught Qi Xiu's eyes.

[Universe in the Sleeve]

The moment he saw these four large characters, Qi Xiu's pupils constricted, and every pore on his body bristled.

As a transmigrator from Blue Star, these four characters signified not just an unusual technique. It also indicated that its creator was very likely... also a transmigrator! No wonder the magical techniques in this Yellow Official Document felt so familiar; in my opinion, this extraordinary loose cultivator was most likely a transmigrator as well. Otherwise, there's no explaining why there are so many familiar terms in the Yellow Official Document he left behind.

Seeing Qi Xiu staring blankly at the Yellow Official Document in his hands, Dongfang Qing thought he was dissatisfied and spoke up, "If you don't like it, I also have..."

"No, this is perfect, especially good."

His decisive reply left no room for doubt. No one understood better than Qi Xiu just how terrifying the ultimate form of this unique technique could be. The one who caused upheaval in the Heavenly Palace had been easily manipulated and forced to tuck his tail under this very spell. This demonstrated the fearsomeness and potential of this spell! In my opinion, the ranking of spells in the Yellow Official Document by the cultivators of this world involves quite a bit of imagination and speculation. Otherwise, even if Universe in the Sleeve weren't considered the top spell, it should definitely rank within the top three.

Seeing how pleased Qi Xiu was, Dongfang Qing also nodded with a smile, "It's good that you're satisfied. However, this volume of the Yellow Official Document is quite difficult to cultivate. Many seniors within the sect have tried to master it, but found even the basics extremely challenging. Furthermore, even if they managed to achieve some success, its effectiveness was disappointing, barely qualifying as a technique for apprehending others."

"Disciple understands, but I feel this Dharma Gate is very compatible with me, and perhaps I might gain some unique insights during cultivation."

Armed with the Hunyuan All-Encompassing Luminance, Qi Xiu did not believe he couldn't even master the basics. With the Divine Marvel of proficiency, Qi Xiu also didn't believe he couldn't level it up to mastery!

"Very well, let's settle it at that. Now that Dianchuan is in chaos with dark clouds covering the skies, as you handle Demon Suppression and eradicate evil, you must also look after yourselves. Cultivators, above all, must first cultivate their own lives. Do everything within your abilities and do not force yourselves. Do you understand?"

"Disciple will heed the Sect Master's teachings carefully!"

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