Piaomiao Peak is perpetually shrouded in mysterious clouds, and within these clouds lies the Qinghua Main Hall!

This is the sect's highest decision-making place.

A crimson rainbow light pierced through the clouds and steadily landed in front of the main hall's door. As the glow faded, the figure of Dragon Void Daoist appeared.

He tidied the folds of his robe and entered through the door.

The hall was vast and solemn, with five prayer mats placed on the jade platform in the center, one of which was already occupied.

It was an elderly man with a declining aura, white hair and beard, his face full of wrinkles, none other than Elder Chen Jiang of the Punishment Hall.

Upon seeing Dragon Void Daoist enter, he merely nodded slightly and spoke in a somewhat hoarse voice:

"Fellow Daoist Dragon Void, long time no see."

Dragon Void Daoist clasped his hands in a courteous gesture:

"Greetings Fellow Daoist Chen."

The two hadn't exchanged more than a few words when two more beams of light flashed outside the hall.

A purple light landed and transformed into Lin Xian, dressed in a purple Daoist robe. He was the Peak Master of Treasure Mist Peak, always wearing a gentle smile.

Following closely in the cyan light, emerged Li Weiyang, an elder in a green robe, Peak Master of Celestial Yang Peak, known for his fiery and direct nature.

Dragon Void Daoist once again clasped his hands:

"Greetings Fellow Daoist Lin, Fellow Daoist Li."

Lin Xian smiled as he returned the gesture: "Fellow Daoist Dragon Void arrived early."

Li Weiyang nodded lightly, counted as a greeting, and then walked straight to his prayer mat to sit down.

Just at this moment, a brilliant golden light shot from the sky, crashing into the main hall like a meteor.

As the golden light dissipated, a middle-aged cultivator with long white robes and a beard was already seated on the highest prayer mat.

His features were handsome, his eyes gentle yet commanding undeniable authority, none other than Hua Taixuan, the Sect Leader of Qinghua Sect.

The four including Dragon Void Daoist stood up to offer their respects:

"We greet the Sect Leader."

Hua Taixuan laughed heartily and raised his hand in a gesture:

"No need for formalities, fellow Daoists, sit down and let's talk."

"Who wishes to speak first at today's meeting?"

Dragon Void Daoist chuckled and said, "Today, allow me to start the discussion."

The others nodded in agreement, and Hua Taixuan raised his brow with interest:

"Oh? Fellow Daoist Dragon Void usually speaks little, yet today takes the initiative, we are all ears."

Dragon Void Daoist's expression turned serious as he slowly spoke:

"This time, I wish to recommend someone for the sect's Seed of Core Formation list. In recommending the worthy, we don't shy from favoritism; it is my seventh disciple — Chen Sheng."

The mention of the "Seed of Core Formation list" instantly made the hall's atmosphere subtle.

This list includes cultivators selected by Qinghua Sect with potential to condense a Golden Core.

Though being selected doesn't guarantee the sect will spare no effort in aiding them to form the core, it does mean they will receive many resource allocations, even chances to exchange for Core Formation Spiritual Objects.

Conversely, those not on the list find high-tier resources almost invisible to them, not non-existent, just not revealed to them.

The four present were once outstanding names on this list and naturally understand its significance.

Hua Taixuan laughed aloud:

"I've been in seclusion too long, becoming ignorant, unaware that Fellow Daoist Dragon Void has accepted a seventh disciple. Judging by everyone's expressions, perhaps they've heard of this person?"

Lin Xian and Li Weiyang exchanged a knowing smile.

Ultimately, Lin Xian shook his head helplessly:

"Speaking of which, I was just scammed by this young man recently, let me explain."

He briefly recapped Wu Guang's earth grade spiritual root measurement... and the Lin Clan borrowing seed incident.

Especially when he mentioned Chen Sheng's unique Dragon Vein Physique, which piqued Hua Taixuan's interest.

Hua Taixuan clapped his hands:

"Oh? Such a physique exists?"

"It indeed resembles the 'Dragon's Roar Body' recorded in ancient texts."

Dragon Void Daoist chuckled:

"If he truly had the Dragon's Roar Body, I wouldn't need to say more. My disciple might possess an incompletely awakened Dragon's Roar Body."

"Recently he practiced the 'Flood Dragon Sea Overturning Technique,' fortuitously condensing a Three-Fingered Dragon Claw, coupled with the Gathering Pearl Secret Skill, giving him a twenty to thirty percent chance to break into the Golden Core."

In Hua Taixuan's eyes, a hint of surprise flashed:

"Twenty to thirty percent?"

"That probability isn't low. I remember Dragon Void, back then you only condensed a Two-Fingered Dragon Claw, correct?"

Dragon Void Daoist nodded in acknowledgment:

"Indeed, my flood dragon bloodline came from refining a Yinglong Blood Crystal during an earlier expedition, purer than my disciple's."

"Moreover, he has an exceptional talent in alchemy, among the younger generation in Pill Hall, he alone has the greatest hope to become a Tier Three Alchemist."

Upon these words, everyone in the hall showed a subtle expression; they all understood the significance of a Tier Three Alchemist.

Such a presence is crucial to enhancing the entire sect's strength.

Hua Taixuan pondered for a moment, then said aloud:

"Since that is the case, let's begin the voting."

Each of the five took out a jade talisman, infused it with spiritual power, and placed it in front of themselves.

As the jade talismans lit up, five rays of pure white light shone simultaneously, surprisingly passing the vote unanimously.

Hua Taixuan laughed heartily:

"Haha, it's rare for the five of us to be so unanimous."

"Seems everyone is impressed by Fellow Daoist Dragon Void's disciple's unique physique."

Dragon Void Daoist did not shy away, laughing:

"Rest assured, my disciple is open to all; just make sure to be generous with resources when needed."

Lin Xian's eyes twinkled as he spoke joyfully:

"No worries, none of you are stingy. Perhaps you'll even bring out your most prized Core Formation Spiritual Object."

Upon hearing this, Li Weiyang immediately glared at him — Core Formation Spiritual Objects are invaluable, even for them as Fake Pill Cultivators, they might not have many.

This old fox clearly intends for others to give generously.

Dragon Void Daoist promptly mediated:

"Let's not discuss this matter for now. If any of you are interested, feel free to visit Pill Furnace Peak later."

He turned toward Hua Taixuan, clasping his hands:

"Sect Leader, my disciple needs a portion of Tier Three Flood Dragon Essence Blood when attempting to form his core, please reserve it for him from the sect."

Hua Taixuan nodded in agreement:

"That's a privilege granted to Seed of Core Formation candidates."

"I'll have someone deliver it to Pill Furnace Peak shortly. Now, let's continue discussing other topics."

Only then did everyone regain focus to discuss further business.

First was the ownership of a newly discovered Tier Two Top Grade Ore Vein in the southeast. Li Weiyang and Lin Xian argued vehemently for their peak's interests.

Even Hua Taixuan couldn't get a word in.

Next, they discussed the expansion plans for the Southern Domain Market.

…

At the discussion table, there are no permanent friends, only eternal interests.

The members who had just reached a consensus over Chen Sheng's matter were now arguing relentlessly over the ore vein yield and market profits.

Sometimes they argued based on reason, other times they compromised, until the shadows dipped west, finally concluding several major issues.

Finally

The always silent Chen Jiang spoke:

"I'm still for the last proposal — while my old bones can still move, let's push westward."

The hall instantly went silent, even Li Weiyang, who argued most fiercely before, fell silent.

Hua Taixuan pondered for a long time before slowly speaking:

"This matter bears significant consequences; allow me to consider a bit more…"

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