Under Gu Yuan's watchful gaze, the grayish-blue cocoon trembled constantly, and several cracks appeared on its peak, with a small piece of the cocoon cracking open, being pushed aside.

Soon, a large cyan butterfly slowly crawled out from within.

The butterfly flapped its wings, and its two soft, moist wings quickly dried, hardened, and extended to their maximum length.

The large, fan-sized wings were covered with black mysterious patterns, exuding a lively and dreamy aura.

With just a flap of its wings, numerous streaks of cyan Sword Qi shot out, slicing through the air.

Shhh! Shhh! Shhh!

Everywhere the cyan Sword Qi passed, whether it was the giant rocks in the mountains or the surface of the lake, everything was effortlessly sliced open, without a sound.

A hill not far away was easily pierced through by a streak of cyan Sword Qi, creating a tunnel with openings on both sides.

The previously calm lake surface was also slit open, revealing the muddy lakebed below.

Seeing this scene, Gu Yuan's eyelid twitched.

He prided himself on his recent significant advancement in cultivation, having reached the Celestial Human Realm and even mastering a superior Sword Skill Divine Technique.

Combining with his Sword Light to fly with full power, he could achieve the power of cutting gold and shattering jade, slicing rivers, and breaking mountains, enough to be considered a Sword Dao expert.

However, compared to Xiao Qing's natural integration and exquisite swordsmanship, he was evidently still a few shades inferior.

Xiao Qing's Sword Qi had clearly integrated Sword Intent, Sword Momentum, and Swordsmanship into one, capable of penetrating all tangible and intangible things in the world, having reached a certain realm.

But it's understandable, as Xiao Qing's swordsmanship stems from its racial talent, which is an Innate Divine Technique!

Although Gu Yuan indeed possesses the Sword Heart Talent, Xiao Qing, apart from its Sword Heart Talent, has its bloodline, its demonic power, and all other talents, which are all in harmony and integrated, so how could it be compared to merely a Sword Heart Talent?

After venting for a while, Xiao Qing's form shrank, transforming into a thumb-sized cyan butterfly, fluttering its wings and landing on Gu Yuan's shoulder.

"As it stands now, if we don't consider the Silver Flood Dragon Sword, purely in terms of the Power of Attack, Xiao Qing is almost above me, able to kill ordinary Celestial Human Realm cultivators one by one, and it wouldn't be a bad ally."

Looking at the fluttering Xiao Qing on his shoulder, Gu Yuan was in a good mood.

Now, not only has he advanced to the Celestial Human Realm, with significant improvements in cultivation divine techniques, but he also has such a formidable ally. It is truly a cause for double celebration.

"With less than half a month before the opening of the Red Dragon Immortal Palace, by now, my fellow disciples and elders from Medicine King Mountain should have almost arrived."

With this thought flashing through his mind, Gu Yuan stood up and released the Silver Flood Dragon Sword.

He merged with the silver Sword Light, transforming into a streak of silver rainbow, tearing through the void and soaring away.

Soon, he flew to another clearing on Yunmeng Mountain, where the Sword Light descended, its brilliance receding, revealing Gu Yuan's figure.

"Covering a distance of over thirty miles in just a few breaths. This Sword Escape Technique is indeed marvelous…"

Gu Yuan experienced the wonder of the divine technique for the first time, reminiscing the mysterious sensation of merging with the Sword Light and traversing the void, clicking his tongue in amazement.

After walking a short distance, Gu Yuan suddenly paused, coming to a stop.

Because not far ahead, two figures were slowly approaching.

One of them was wearing a cyan and blue long robe, tall and upright, with exceedingly handsome features, carrying a black-sheathed ancient sword adorned with pearls and jade, exuding an imposing and commanding presence!

The other was a plain-looking old man with white hair.

The two were naturally Li Changqing and his servant.

"So it's Senior Brother Gu."

Upon seeing Gu Yuan, Li Changqing beamed and greeted him, then courteously said:

"Junior Brother Gu, it's perfect timing that you're here. Today, the senior brothers and elders of the sect will descend the mountain and land at Wangyan Mountain ahead. Why not join me in welcoming them?"

"Senior Brother Gu?"

Amusement flickered in Gu Yuan's eyes.

He hadn't forgotten Li Changqing's previously arrogant demeanor, with his nose in the air.

Li Changqing was born into a millennium-old family, boasting a distinguished background, and is also Li Changsheng's younger brother, possessing the Red Cauldron Spirit Body talent.

Such a person was born with a golden spoon in his mouth, accustomed to being revered and always with a high and mighty demeanor, looking down on everyone.

Yet now he was so courteous, referring to himself as a junior brother… How bizarre!

Gu Yuan didn't believe that this guy would undergo such a significant change in temperament within just three months, becoming humble and amiable.

Moreover, Gu Yuan's Sword Heart Talent is quite peculiar and extremely sensitive, capable of perceiving others' goodwill or malice, especially as his cultivation advanced, his senses became more acute.

Even though Li Changqing appeared gentle and amicable at this moment, seeming quite courteous, Gu Yuan could sense the intense malice deeply hidden within Li Changqing.

Even the white-haired old man walking a step behind him, though seemingly respectful and low-key, Gu Yuan sharply felt the malice emanating from this elderly servant, even a deeply hidden killing intent.

This was quite interesting.

Cordial on the surface, yet teeming with malice beneath, and not actively targeting; when considering Li Changqing and the conspiracies of his family faction, this person's ability to restrain himself evidently suggests ulterior motives.

"You're too kind, Junior Brother Li."

On the surface, Gu Yuan also smiled, cupping his hands: "I have an agreement with my master and will meet up with him later, so I won't delay your time, Junior Brother. Farewell!"

"Very well, Senior Brother Gu, take care."

Li Changqing nodded with a smile.

Once Gu Yuan had walked far enough away, Li Changqing's smile vanished, and he gazed coldly in the direction Gu Yuan had gone, saying suddenly:

"Fu Bo, what do you think of this guy?"

The white-haired old man replied respectfully: "In response to young master, this boy has yet to break through to the Celestial Human Realm. Once the sect's disciples arrive, they will inevitably oppress and target him."

"Those descending the mountain this time are all inner disciples or even true disciples, all being cultivators with established Dao Foundations. With this boy's current cultivation, facing some troubles and losing face is a small matter, but in more serious cases, he might even be expelled from the sect, or lose his life!"

"You speak correctly."

Li Changqing sneered: "People often say that in great families like ours, there are many rules, filled with open strife and veiled struggles, with flashing blades and swords, so many don't even know how they ended up dead."

"But the rules of an immortal sect such as Medicine King Mountain are even more stringent, and some matters even concern future cultivation and a slim chance at immortality, so how could internal strife be lacking?"

"Even with He Ling True Master's protection, young juniors' sparring and targeting cannot be avoided, and he can't prevent it. Because these are the unspoken rules agreed upon by all major cultivation sects! Even the two Supreme Elders cannot stop it!"

"Therefore, you and I just need to wait and see the show unfold."

"What if he has talent? Let him handle the upcoming troubles first…"

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