Chapter 1326: Hidden Concerns Beyond

At Xuling Sect, Qin Sang walked out of the scripture repository just as dusk was settling over the mountains.

With a quick calculation on his fingers, he realized that more than two months had passed without him noticing.

He gazed at the setting sun, his mind still immersed in the countless scrolls he had studied, lingering in reflection, reluctant to pull himself away.

The keeper of the scripture repository was an elderly Golden Core Realm cultivator. Advanced in years and with no hope of breaking through to the Spiritual Infant Realm, he had remained in the sect to spend his final years in peace. Though he was far older than Qin Sang, he now stood respectfully to one side, quietly awaiting Qin Sang’s instructions.

"These years, I have caused you a lot of trouble. Thank you for your efforts, Daoist." Qin Sang turned and offered the old man his thanks.

The elder hurriedly replied that he dared not accept such words. "Senior Qin, you overpraised me. I merely carried out the sect leader's orders and fulfilled my duty."

Qin Sang nodded. "I was just thinking of personally thanking Daoist Bing Han. I wonder if she has time to receive me?"

"Senior, the sect leader is currently in secluded meditation within her cave dwelling," the elder replied.

Qin Sang rose on a streak of evasion light and flew toward Bing Han’s cave dwelling. Having spent many years within Xuling Sect, he moved about unhindered.

Along the way, disciples of the sect greeted him respectfully whenever they saw him. By now, they had long grown accustomed to this foreign Spiritual Infant grandmaster and no longer feared him.

As soon as Qin Sang reached the cave dwelling, the barrier flashed, and Bing Han personally came out to welcome him.

After inviting him inside, she guessed the purpose of his visit and asked directly, "Have you already fully comprehended all the sect’s scriptures, Daoist Qin?"

Qin Sang shook his head. "I would not dare claim full comprehension. I can only say that I have committed every scripture to memory. As for their deeper mysteries, they are only half-understood. Only through personally refining and experimenting can I truly grasp them. In the future, I will likely come often to seek your guidance, and I hope you will forgive the disturbance."

He had come today to bid farewell.

Beichen Realm had enjoyed peace across its four seas, with no major upheavals.

Knowing his own foundation in artifact refinement was shallow, Qin Sang had simply treated himself as a beginner. He patiently rebuilt his fundamentals from the ground up, studying scriptures while practicing with his own hands. It had taken him a full ten years to finish reviewing all the treasured collections of Xuling Sect!

Of course, to truly master everything and integrate it into one complete understanding, he still needed years of further practice.

Bing Han smiled. "I am honored to be visited by you. The younger generation has often said that with you guarding the sect these past years, they have felt a sense of security unlike ever before. My only fear is that your talent is too extraordinary. If your progress continues at this pace, it may not be long before I have nothing left to teach you."

After the lighthearted exchange, Bing Han asked again, "Now that you are leaving, are you heading to Ancient Immortal Battlefield?"

Qin Sang nodded. "That is correct. Not long ago, I received a message from Daoist Master Zhenyi. The Spirit Tide in Ancient Immortal Battlefield has been growing increasingly violent. It is time to investigate the celestial array of Ziwei Palace once more. This time, we should be able to determine roughly when Ziwei Palace will emerge. Also, it is nearly my turn to oversee the Seven-Water Illusion Array."

"If the timing can be determined, then Ziwei Palace’s emergence cannot be far away. That aligns with our earlier judgment. This interval should be within a hundred years..." As she spoke, a trace of worry flickered through Bing Han’s eyes. "Old Devil Ye fled into Sin God Palace and has not emerged for ten years. No one knows what scheme he is preparing. This expedition to investigate Ziwei Palace will have too many uncertainties!"

Qin Sang showed no fear. "We will deal with whatever problems that come our way!"

He had already instructed the fat chicken and the others to prepare a refuge overseas.

If all the powers of Beichen Realm combined still proved unable to resist Old Devil Ye, then retreating far beyond the world and avoiding him would be the only choice.

After parting with Bing Han, Qin Sang flew north, reached Xuanlu Stronghold, joined up with Zhenyi and the others, and entered Ancient Immortal Battlefield.

It was the height of the Spirit Tide’s fury. Yet everyone present was a supreme expert from their respective regions. Their expressions remained calm as they sped through the raging tide.

Upon reaching the region where Ziwei Palace lay hidden, Zhenyi produced a set of array artifacts. Working together, the group carefully probed the fluctuations emitted by Ziwei Palace’s celestial array.

After an entire day and night, they finally discovered something.

"Let’s go!" Zhenyi put away the array artifacts and shot outward. "If nothing unexpected happens, Ziwei Palace will open ten years from now."

"Judging by that interval, this opening came after nearly seventy years, half the previous span. Could the next one be only thirty-some years away?" Devil Lord Tongyou said.

Excitement rose on Zhenyi’s face. "That is possible! Perhaps Ziwei Palace will eventually open completely, allowing entry at any time and revealing all its secrets before the world. At that point, the immortal cultivation world may finally enter a golden age!"

Since Canghong was guarding the celestial gate at Abyssal Ruin, the one who came this time was Fairy Qiuzhi.

Her expression remained calm. "When Ziwei Palace appears, whether it brings fortune or disaster is impossible to say! If cultivators beyond Beichen Realm learn of this, how could they remain unmoved?"

At her words, much of the joy on everyone’s faces faded, replaced by pressure.

"Even middle-stage Spiritual Infant cultivators risk losing themselves while crossing the storm belt, so there is no need to fear a large-scale invasion. Still, Fairy Qiuzhi’s concern is justified. For one realm alone to resist experts from three realms would indeed be extremely difficult. We must prepare early and seal this information as tightly as possible," Lu Boyuan said gravely.

The Feathered King shook his head. "There is no wall in this world that never leaks wind. This secret cannot remain perfectly hidden forever! As I understand it, several hidden realms within Ziwei Palace are of tremendous importance. In the past, time was too short, and we lacked the strength to break the ancient barriers. Now, with old grudges swept away, we can fully share intelligence and work together to break the barriers! In the first few years alone, our harvest will certainly exceed imagination. We absolutely cannot allow outsiders to interfere."

Qin Sang and the others understood the Feathered King’s meaning. He feared that the demon race would be pushed aside by humanity.

The opening of Ziwei Palace promised enormous benefits. Humanity could not monopolize them, especially with powerful outsiders already watching hungrily from beyond the realm.

Everyone present understood that internal conflict at such a moment would bring nothing but harm, only handing cheap advantage to outsiders. One after another, they voiced agreement, reassuring the demon race.

Of course, the prerequisite was solving the problem of Old Devil Ye first.

After returning from Ancient Immortal Battlefield, Qin Sang hurried on his way. He first made a trip to Peach Blossom Valley, only to learn that Qingjun was still in seclusion. He then went to Sunken Cave, confirmed that Bai was safe, and finally flew toward Wanye Mountain.

All members of Qingyang Temple were gathered there.

Before Qingyang Temple had formally established itself, Li Yufu had treated Wanye Mountain as a temporary headquarters and carefully rebuilt it. Now, it was shining with prosperity.

Over the past ten years, both Qingyang Temple and its disciples had undergone tremendous changes.

Tan Yi'en had failed several times in his attempts to form a Golden Core. In the end, he consumed a Malevolent Demonic Pill and successfully broke through.

He was smooth and capable in dealing with people, equally adept at handling both internal and external affairs. Balancing grace and authority, he managed sect matters with effortless skill and impeccable order, becoming, in effect, Qingyang Temple’s chief steward. Li Yufu and Mei Gu praised him highly and fully supported him.

Another who had made a similar choice was Bai Hanqiu.

After struggling to reach the Foundation Building Realm, she realized that with her talent, achieving great heights would be difficult. By chance, she met a male cultivator she admired and became partners with him. Husband and wife now assisted Tan Yi'en, living a life like an immortal couple.

Li Yufu, Mei Gu, Shangguan Lifeng, and several newly joined Golden Core cultivators had each encountered their own fortunate opportunities.

At Thousand-Mountain Bamboo Sea, the gathered demons had switched to cultivating the Heavenly Demon Body Refinement. Under Jingyu’s careful guidance, their progress had likewise advanced rapidly.

Qin Sang’s figure descended onto the summit of Wanye Mountain. With a flash, he entered his cave dwelling, then sent a streak of flowing light outside to summon Tan Yi'en.

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