Great Immortal With Boundless Mana

Chapter 256: Duty Cannot Be Evaded

On the deck of the Green Wood Flying Ship, everyone was anxiously looking into the distance.

Liu Jingxu's injuries were so severe that even after taking two Rank Three Seven Transformation Dragon Tiger Pills, he only managed to regain some vitality.

He insisted on not resting and waited for news on the deck.

After all, the one who escaped was a Gold Core cultivator who still possessed a precious treasure. It would be too dangerous for Gao Xian to chase after him like this.

If Liu Jingxu had the strength, he would definitely stop Gao Xian.

A Gold Core demonic cultivator didn't need to take such risks.

Regardless of what the other Foundation Building cultivators thought of Gao Xian, at least they showed concern on their faces.

"Leader, there's no need to worry. Lv Dafeng and Shui Yuping are both cautious in their actions. If there's a problem, they will definitely seek help."

A Foundation Building elder comforted, "The fact that there's still no news means that everything is fine."

Liu Jingxu was about to speak when flashes of spiritual light appeared on the deck, and a small Qiankun Teleportation Array started to activate.

He couldn't help but show a hint of joy when he realized that the situation was not good. He had already sent a sound transmission talisman to the sect.

Within the Azure Cloud Sect, the sound transmission talisman was connected to the Thirty-Six Main Peaks Array, allowing the voice to be transmitted back to the sect's Flying Messenger Hall in sync.

Naturally, there were people stationed there to receive the sound transmission talismans, and if they received a distress signal, they would immediately send someone over.

This large Green Wood Flying Ship had a Qiankun Teleportation Array, and by activating the array, the sect's experts could arrive in a very short amount of time.

Of course, all of this was made possible by the protection of the Azure Cloud Sect's array. Only within the range of the sect's array could this be achieved.

As for long-distance Qiankun Teleportation Talismans, they were extremely expensive, and only a few people could afford them.

The flashes of light on the Qiankun Teleportation Array quickly stabilized, forming rotating light gates.

A tall figure stepped out of the light gate, and the light gate behind him slowly dissipated.

This person had a square face, thick eyebrows, and tiger-like eyes. His skin faintly showed a green color, and he wore a deep blue robe with a long sword at his waist.

He stood there, towering over everyone, with electric lights flickering in the depths of his eyes, giving him an imposing aura that could subdue everything.

When the many Foundation Building cultivators made eye contact with him, they instinctively lowered their heads to avoid his gaze.

Liu Jingxu, upon seeing this person, showed a pleased expression, "Old Ma, you've come at the right time!"

The person in front of him was none other than Ma Qianjun, the head of the Thunder Department's Thunderbolt Hall. The Thunderbolt Hall was responsible for external combat, and although Ma Qianjun was only a Fifth Grade Gold Core cultivator, his combat power was exceptionally strong.

Among the dozens of Gold Core cultivators in the Azure Cloud Sect, Ma Qianjun could easily rank in the top five in terms of combat power. Liu Jingxu and Ma Qianjun had known each other since they were young, and their relationship was quite close, so their address to each other was relatively casual.

Ma Qianjun furrowed his thick eyebrows slightly, "Your injuries are quite serious."

Liu Jingxu's body was half withered, and even though he replenished his blood and qi with the Seven Transformation Dragon Tiger Pill, it would still take some time for his injuries to fully recover. His appearance was quite terrifying.

"I'm fine. I just need a few years of rest."

Lu Jingxu is weak in both qi and spirit, with a dry and hoarse voice that is unpleasant to listen to. "Our three masters went to chase after that Gold Core demonic cultivator. I'm afraid something might happen, Old Ma, you should hurry and catch up to take a look..."

Ma Qianjun looked up into the distance, his eyes shining with electricity as he observed the residual traces of mana in the night sky.

Suddenly, his gaze focused and he saw several streaks of light rushing towards them from afar.

The one leading the way was a golden flow of light, flickering and agile, with a calm and smooth flow of mana like running water.

Such exquisite escape technique made Ma Qianjun take notice. As he concentrated, he saw that the person was dressed in green, carrying a sword, and had a handsome face. It was Gao Xian, who became the true disciple of Shenxiao last year.

Lu Jingxu, being heavily injured, was far less perceptive than Ma Qianjun, and did not possess Ma Qianjun's secret eye technique.

He couldn't see Gao Xian in the distance, but he could see the slight change in Ma Qianjun's expression.

"What's wrong?" Lu Jingxu asked.

Ma Qianjun calmly replied, "Your people have returned."

Lu Jingxu's eyes showed a hint of joy. He could endure his own injuries, but he couldn't let his subordinates die. Especially Gao Xian, who had exceptional talent and was the hope of the sect's future. He couldn't afford to lose him.

In no time, Gao Xian, along with Lu Dafeng and Shui Yuping, descended onto the deck.

Lu Jingxu struggled to sit up, his voice hoarse as he said in a low voice, "Everyone is back, I can finally rest assured."

Gao Xian clasped his fists and saluted, "Sorry for making Senior worry. We're all fine."

"It's good that everyone is fine. Leave that demon to Ma Shouzhang..." Lu Jingxu said, but couldn't help but remind Gao Xian, "You're still young with a bright future ahead. Don't take unnecessary risks for trivial matters. Yuyu and the others were fated to die..."

Gao Xian sensed that something was off, and if he let Lu Jingxu continue, it would be too pretentious. He quickly said, "Senior, I brought Yuyu and the others back."

"And I managed to kill that heavily injured demonic cultivator," he added.

Lu Jingxu didn't say anything, his eyes filled with shock. "Gao Xian killed that Gold Core demonic cultivator?!"

His first reaction was that it was impossible. That Gold Core demonic cultivator possessed a powerful treasure and even he was heavily injured. How could Gao Xian possibly kill him?

But then he thought again. Gao Xian, although humorous and witty, was not a frivolous person. He wouldn't make such a joke in front of so many people.

The Foundation Building cultivators around them didn't have such good composure. Each of them looked at Gao Xian with astonishment and doubt. How could Gao Xian kill a Gold Core demonic cultivator? What a joke!

Ma Qianjun also scrutinized Gao Xian. He had seen him when Gao Xian first joined the sect, and his impression was not bad. At least Gao Xian had a good appearance, handsome and upright, and he was good at speaking.

Yun Qiushui was exceptionally beautiful, but this kid had a foul mouth and a proud personality. He liked to look down on people. There weren't many people in the sect who liked him.

Gao Xian's ability to interact with people was top-notch among his peers.

But Ma Qianjun didn't expect this kid to have the guts to chase after a Gold Core demonic cultivator. The question was, could he really kill him?

Ma Qianjun hadn't seen that Gold Core demonic cultivator, but he must have had some ability to heavily injure Lu Jingxu. He couldn't help but have some doubts.

The difference between Foundation Building and Gold Core was too great, and a heavily injured Gold Core cultivator was even more dangerous. How could Gao Xian kill a Gold Core cultivator?

Gao Xian didn't make everyone wait for long. He first took out the remains of the old man in the black robe from the storage talisman, and then took out the tattered long banner.

This is a magic treasure from the Demon Sect, similar to the Blood God Banner. It was just blasted apart by his Thunder Cannon, and he doesn't have a way to repair it.

Furthermore, he doesn't know how to control it. If he were to hand over this kind of treasure to the sect, everyone would be pleased. Otherwise, if he privately keeps a Demon Sect treasure, even if no one says it out loud, they would inevitably have doubts in their hearts.

Lu Jingxu stared straight at the remains. Almost everything above the chest had disappeared, but there was still a trace of the Heavenly River Frozen Seal on his body.

He was certain that this was the black-robed old man who had severely injured him, the Gold Core demonic cultivator!

The other Foundation Building cultivators stared at the remains with wide eyes. Their suspicions on their faces had turned into shock.

Gao Xian actually managed to kill a Gold Core demonic cultivator in reverse. This is too unbelievable! They can't imagine how Gao Xian did it! This is a Gold Core!

Qi Refining cultivators may have fantasies about killing opponents of a higher level. But at the Foundation Building level, they all know how powerful Gold Core cultivators are. The only thing they can do when facing a Gold Core cultivator is to run as far as possible. If they're lucky, they might be able to escape with their lives...

Today, Gao Xian's reverse killing of a Gold Core demonic cultivator has subverted the understanding of many Foundation Building cultivators about cultivation, and has subverted their understanding of Gold Core.

This tremendous impact has left the Foundation Building cultivators at a loss for words, their faces filled with shock, looking particularly dumbfounded.

Ma Qianjun became calm when he saw the corpse. He carefully examined the body with his divine sense and indeed detected the lingering aura of the Gold Core and the Heavenly River Frozen Seal.

He laughed and sincerely praised, "Truly worthy of being the leader of the Qingyun Conference, excelling in both law and sword, truly vast Divine Ability!"

Ma Qianjun patted Gao Xian's shoulder, expressing his commendation.

Lu Jingxu also reacted at this moment. His face was full of joy as he said, "Junior Brother risked his life to kill the Gold Core demonic cultivator, avenging me and eliminating a great threat to the sect. Such loyalty, bravery, and Divine Ability truly impress me!"

The praise from the two Gold Core cultivators made the eyes of many Foundation Building cultivators filled with envy and jealousy as they stared at Gao Xian.

Gao Xian was also delighted in his heart. Old Lu and Old Ma knew how to chat and how to flatter people.

Truly worthy of being a Gold Core cultivator who has lived for over two hundred years, he understands the ways of the world.

On the surface, of course, he had to be modest and polite, "It was all thanks to Senior Brother Lu's severe injury to this demon and the blessings of the ancestors of the sect that I was able to luckily kill this demon. I really don't deserve the praise from the two senior brothers."

As Gao Xian spoke, he took out the bag of seeds and handed it to Lu Jingxu, "Senior Brother Lu, I saw that the demon cultivator stored people in here. But I couldn't undo the seal on it for a moment. Senior Brother, please take a look..."

Lu Jingxu took the bag and carefully examined it before saying, "A bag of seeds, specifically used to store living beings. There is a Gold Core mark from the demonic cultivator on it. Please, Head Master Ma, remove the mark."

Due to his severe injuries, he couldn't perform the spell, so he handed it over to Ma Qianjun for a more secure solution.

Ma Qianjun didn't refuse either. He took the bag of seeds and silently activated his mana. After a moment, he raised his thick eyebrows and said, "Done."

As he spoke, he shook the bag of seeds, and more than ten people fell out from it.

All the Qi Refining cultivators had fallen into the hands of the demonic cultivators and were unconscious, showing no response.

Only Li Feihuang, who held the Red Phoenix Heavenly Wing Sword, was no longer bound by the bag of seeds and immediately regained consciousness.

When Li Feihuang opened her eyes, she saw people all around her and was startled. A burst of crimson flames suddenly rose from her body.

"Don't panic, everything is fine."

Lu Jingxu comforted her softly. He was relieved and delighted to see that both Li Feihuang and Lu Mengmeng were unharmed.

These two individuals, one is a direct disciple, and the other is a talented junior from his family.

If it weren't for Gao Xian risking his life to kill the Gold Core demonic cultivator, these two women would undoubtedly be dead.

Li Fei Huang quickly realized that this was the Qingmu Fei Ship, surrounded by fellow disciples, and she breathed a sigh of relief.

Li Fei Huang glanced at Gao Xian next to her and couldn't help but think about how he risked his life for her and didn't run away. Her eyes flickered, wanting to say something, but there were people around and she felt embarrassed to speak up.

Lu Jingxu didn't know what Li Fei Huang was thinking. He checked the many disciples and found that they had only fainted and were not seriously injured. His mood became even better.

He casually said, "Fei Huang, you all were able to return safely because Junior Brother Gao risked his life to kill the Gold Core demonic cultivator. This is a great favor that saved your lives. You should thank Junior Brother Gao."

"Ah..."

Li Fei Huang lightly exclaimed, feeling moved. Gao Xian actually fought desperately with the Gold Core demonic cultivator for her sake. She didn't know how to repay him for his deep affection.

The more she thought about it, the more shy she became, and her face turned red.

Li Fei Huang forced herself to remain calm and bowed to Gao Xian, "Thank you, Senior Brother Gao, for saving my life."

Gao Xian was a little confused about what this woman was thinking. She should just thank him, but she had a blush on her face and a hint of ambiguity in her eyes. He didn't know if she thought there was something between them.

"Helping each other as fellow disciples is an obligation, no need for thanks," he politely replied, then went to feed medicine to the other unconscious disciples, mainly because he didn't want to waste time talking to Li Fei Huang.

The many disciples quickly regained consciousness, although they were still a bit groggy and had difficulty speaking, but there was nothing serious.

Lu Yuyu's foundation was very solid, and she quickly returned to normal. She was extremely grateful to Gao Xian and kept chattering beside him.

The girl was a bit talkative, but much more interesting than Li Fei Huang, so Gao Xian just casually responded.

With such a big incident, the trial had to be terminated. The hundreds of cultivators were quickly gathered back, and upon counting, it was discovered that forty-seven people were missing.

It could be foreseen that most of these missing people were dead.

Ma Qianjun stayed behind with a few Foundation Building cultivators to handle the aftermath, while the others returned to the sect with the Qingmu Fei Ship.

On the way back, the scholars from the Scripture Academy were particularly friendly towards Gao Xian, even with a hint of flattery and pleasing.

In the past, they were somewhat displeased with Gao Xian because he claimed to be a master of swordsmanship and the lecture hall was always crowded with people.

In comparison, their full-time scholars were not as good as Gao Xian, who was just a guest. Although they didn't say anything on the surface, they definitely felt uncomfortable in their hearts and naturally had some rejection towards Gao Xian.

Gao Xian was the true disciple of Shenxiao, and had nothing to do with them.

After this incident, many scholars realized that Gao Xian had boundless potential. If they didn't take the initiative to please him, it would be equivalent to offending him.

Not to mention the many disciples, they already admired Gao Xian's sword cultivation. After this incident, everyone knew that Gao Xian had risked his life to chase and kill the Gold Core demonic cultivator in order to save many disciples.

After this battle, many disciples idolized Gao Xian immensely. In their hearts, Gao Xian's reputation had far surpassed the sect leader, Lu Jingxu.

After returning to the sect, the news of Gao Xian's killing of the Gold Core demonic cultivator quickly spread, causing a great shock throughout the sect...

(End of this chapter)