Seeking Immortality In The Cultivation World

Oppression refers to the aura, presence, and demeanor displayed by a person that can overwhelm others present, causing them to feel awe, submission, and even fear.

In this strict hierarchy of the cultivation world, it is combined with one's cultivation level to more intuitively reflect the difference in ranks.

Under the absolute difference in power, the weak don't even have the mentality to resist and are at the mercy of others.

Fortunately, Wei Qianqiu and the others didn't have the intention to exert pressure, so this oppression disappeared in an instant, and Lin Xiu breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, he was wearing the unlucky guy's second-grade robe, pretending to be sick in bed, praying that these people would forget about him.

When a large group of people entered a hall, a loud voice sounded.

"Hmm, who is in the room behind? Why is the aura so chaotic?"

Lin Xiu's heart tightened.

"Master, it's my worthless disciple Lin He. He accidentally bumped into the 'Decaying Bone Spirit' that was wandering outside the entrance last night and got injured. He's currently recuperating. Should I have him come and pay his respects to you?"

"Hmph, Cui Lie, your closed-door disciple has always been restless. It's good for him to suffer a bit and learn his lesson. No need for him to come!"

"Yes!"

Lin Xiu temporarily let go of his worries.

"Master, have you been injured? It turns out the secret realm was the lair of a bloodthirsty monster from thousands of years ago. Unexpectedly, that old monster has passed away, and a tree demon has already reached the sixth rank!"

This was Qian Qingquan's voice.

"It's nothing. Although that monster is powerful, its speed is not fast. Unfortunately, my cultivation level is not high, and I only managed to save a few people's lives, allowing more than thirty thousand Independent Cultivators to become its nourishment for cultivation!"

There was a hint of pity and self-blame in Wei Qianqiu's tone.

At this moment, suddenly five or six voices appeared at the same time, seemingly kneeling on the ground.

"Vice Sect Master Wei, you risked your life to fight that giant demon alone in order to save our lives as Independent Cultivators. We are extremely grateful. We will definitely publicize your noble act to everyone when we return. Qian Jue Peak is not as heartless as the rumors say, only caring about the lives of their own sect members!"

Lin Xiu blinked.

There were even stooges!

He didn't know if these Independent Cultivators truly didn't know the truth or if Wei Qianqiu had bribed them.

As for how Wei Qianqiu concealed the fact that he used his knife to kill people, only heaven knew.

Hmm, if it were him, he would only need to create a large-scale illusion array.

Wasn't this old guy an expert in formations?

It was quite easy!

"Ah, no! I feel guilty. How can I boast about it? These pills can help clear the meridians and regenerate flesh and blood. Fellow Daoists should focus on healing."

These words were very modest.

But in Lin Xiu's ears, they sounded extremely hypocritical.

No wonder Ji Ning said this person was a pseudo-gentleman. Now that he saw it for himself, it was indeed true.

After those stooges left, Wei Qianqiu and his disciples discussed how to deal with the voice from the Vermilion Bird Main Sect.

These conversations were of no interest to him.

It was just about how to set up formations, how to coordinate with the five major sects, and how to set up ambushes in certain places, and so on.

He simply covered his head and pondered how to slip out of the flying boat.

Soon, the flying boat gently swayed, indicating that it had already set sail. The conversation in the front hall also ended, and everyone from the Purple Cloud Sect dispersed.

"Creak"

The door was pushed open, and a person walked in.

Lin Xiu glanced at him alertly with the corner of his eye, but it was a middle-aged man dressed in a green robe!

His heart trembled.

"Mas...ter!"

From the previous conversation, he had already grasped his current identity. He should be Lin He, the closed-door disciple taken in by that powerful Gold Core expert named Cui Lie.

Lin Xiu immediately pretended to be weak, struggling to get up with a look of shame.

Cui Lie flicked his sleeve.

"Hmph, I know you've long coveted the beauty of your senior brother Wen Renqing, who is a named disciple of your Uncle Qian. But this woman possesses the Immortal Sound Pavilion's techniques and is not a suitable partner for you after Foundation Building. I hope you won't be burdened by lust and give up on Foundation Building!"

Lin Xiu was puzzled.

Since that's the case, why did you still let Wen Renqing serve him?

However, he chose to swallow this question.

So, he cleared his throat and replied,

"Yes!"

Cui Lie nodded and left.

Not long after, Wen Renqing walked in carrying food. Just as she was about to leave, Lin Xiu suddenly called out to her.

Wen Renqing had a cold expression on her face.

"Lin, is there something else you want to say?"

Lin Xiu had a serious expression.

"Just now, Cui Lie came and seemed to start doubting my identity. For the sake of your and my safety, I have a small favor to ask of you..."

Although this flying boat was not as fast as Nascent Soul's solo flight, it was stable and safe.

A few hours later, when the flying boat passed by Qian Qingquan's floating mountain, Wen Renqing gritted her teeth and took a step forward as Qian Qingquan was preparing to take his disciples back to the Cave Mansion.

"Master, you asked me to get close to Cui Lie's disciple, Lin He. He just asked me to help him retrieve something from a shop in Ping'an Market. I don't know..."

Qian Qingquan nodded.

Lin He was Cui Lie's most beloved disciple, and Cui Lie himself was not interested in fame and fortune.

If his female disciple could become Lin He's Dao companion, he would have an extra helper.

He was confident in the battle against the Vermilion Bird Mountain Lord.

After the battle, Wei Qianqiu would definitely establish a new sect and become the sect master.

Several years later, whether Wei Qianqiu died, ascended, or retired behind the scenes, the position of sect master would always have to be passed on.

With the support of Cui Lie and the power of the Cave Mansion, he would have more confidence in competing for the position of sect master.

"Well, go ahead. Once you retrieve the item, deliver it directly to Cui's Cave Mansion. The rest is up to you!"

As he said that, he gave her a meaningful look.

Wen Renqing felt desolate in her heart.

She had thought that by joining his sect, she would receive enough protection and wholeheartedly cultivate immortality. But in just a month, she had been treated as an object and given away twice by her master!

"Yes, disciple will not disappoint Master's trust!"

After bowing, she mounted her flying sword and headed straight for Ping'an Market.

She flew slowly, her heart filled with complex emotions.

She didn't know if she had made the right bet this time.

And at this moment, a small head appeared between her bound chest. It was Lin Xiu after removing the binding.

From this angle, he wasn't afraid of Wen Renqing seeing his true appearance. He spread his legs and used his feet to support the two Weiwei Snow Mountains on either side, preventing himself from falling into the middle ravine.

His hands rested on the binding, his face filled with contentment.

While enjoying the pleasure of escaping danger, he said,

"Wen Ren Junior Sister, there's not a single good person on this Qian Jue Peak. Come with me to do something, pick up someone, and then we'll run!"

The restriction on Lin He's storage bracelet had not been opened, but she could see something inside.

Among them was the flying boat Wen Renqing mentioned.

It wasn't big, but it was enough for three people.

At this moment, it was floating in the center of the storage space, bringing great joy to someone.

He was about to achieve two things: first, rush back to the second-level courtyard and break through to the later stage of Qi Refining.

Only then would he have enough spiritual power and spiritual awareness to break the restriction on the storage bracelet.

Second, he would hide with Li Yingxue in the auction venue beneath the Treasure Pavilion.

If Lin He disappeared for no reason, suspicion would inevitably fall on Wen Renqing. With the mysterious and unpredictable tracking methods of those powerful beings, it was only a matter of time before Wen Renqing was caught.

But hiding in the Treasure Pavilion auction venue was a different story.

Not only did it have a powerful defensive formation, but no one would think to search there. After all, there was still the Treasure Pavilion on top.

Hmm!

He felt that his plan was seamless.

Even if there were unforeseen changes in the end, as long as he transformed back into Lin He's appearance, there would still be room for maneuvering.