Secret Records of the Leader of the Beichen Sword Sect-Chapter 932 - 482: Glazed Cave Heaven

Accompanied by Xing Yuanzhi, Tie Dan openly sneaked into the Qingtang Sect through the main gate and went to the Taoist temple at the foot of the Glazed Cliff to have tea.

In fact, he didn’t really care about how Qingtang Sect chose, he just wanted to complete Lingxu Zi’s task as soon as possible, to personally hand over the secret letter to the Sect Master, and consider it done.

However, upon entering the Mountain Gate, he saw the outer disciples living and cultivating here, whose demeanor and appearance were completely different from those of the flamboyantly dressed, radiant inner sect disciples.

At a glance, the surroundings were filled with monks and female crowns practicing with their hair down, everyone wearing green robes. The majority of them seemed not to have refined Qi much. Many looked evidently old, with wrinkled faces, appearing to be on their last legs.

To put it bluntly, this place was depressingly like a nunnery, lacking any trace of an immortal martial sect’s style.

And upon seeing Tie Dan, this carefree Sword Immortal, all the monks and nuns bent low in humility, bowing their heads like ostriches, not daring to meet his gaze at all. Yet, now and then, they shot envious and resentful glances, directly at Xing Yuanzhi beside him, barely concealing their deep-seated hatred.

Xing Yuanzhi naturally knew it was Tie Dan’s first visit, and seeing such a situation, he would inevitably be puzzled. She explained unhurriedly,

"For Brother Tie to know, our Qingtang Sect takes in many disciples, but resources are limited, and the teachings of Dao are few, as there are rules established early by our ancestors.

Upon entry, one must first cultivate diligently under the light of a green lamp for sixty years, experiencing the phases of life, seeing the fleeting bloom of youth fade, with changing appearances. Only after crafting one’s Daoist heart through this tribulation can one be selected as an inner sect disciple.

Therefore, those who can’t endure solitude usually return to secular life and marry. Even if they endure till the end, given the limited slots, selection isn’t guaranteed, so occasionally, there’s unrest and conflict among disciples, I hope Brother Tie can understand."

Tie Dan understood and nodded,

"I see, facing the mirror day and night, only to watch oneself age while fellow disciples remain young and beautiful, accompanied by immortal companions. It is no wonder there’s such discontent, this Daoist heart tribulation is somewhat difficult."

Earlier, he was confused about why the Qingtang Sect would have such an insatiable appetite, offending fellow sect members. Now it seemed the Sect Master was under immense pressure too. Look at all these unmarriageable older women living outside the mountain, being scrutinized and schemed against daily, isn’t that great pressure?

No matter how heartless, as the leader of a sect, bearing the karma of this Mountain Gate, trapped within this Glazed Cliff, the only choice is to grit one’s teeth and fight for resources and welfare for the disciples.

Xing Yuanzhi blushed and quickly snuggled up, leaning against Tie Dan’s arm,

"With immortal companions around? So, are we now Daoist companions?"

Tie Dan was also speechless,

"Junior Sister Xing, since you’ve entered the inner sect, you should have cultivated the path of heartlessness, right?"

Xing Yuanzhi, looking demure and docile, shyly replied,

"Well, not yet actually, to recount, Yuanzhi was once framed by some vile individuals, only to be saved by the Sect Master’s intervention.

Just that something in the mountains required my abilities, so I was temporarily sent to Snow Mountain Palace undercover, which is how I got to know you, Brother.

Later, I was repeatedly helped by you, managing to turn risks into opportunities, turning danger into safety, and accomplishing great achievements.

Now, I’ve even gained the Sect Leader’s favor and received true inheritance from the Mountain Gate.

If you think about it, all I’ve achieved today is thanks to these sisters~~heh heh heh~~"

Xing Yuanzhi didn’t use any Qi Gong secret words, simply laughing like an oriole, ignoring those around.

And the surrounding monks and nuns, hearing her words, were gnashing their teeth, their eyes red with anger, fists clenching until they bled.

No wonder Tang Tong said she ranks top on the list of most annoying junior sisters in Qingtang. Benefiting while appearing innocent, walking through the backdoor and flaunting it, seizing every opportunity to boast, indeed not an easy one to handle.

Even Tie Dan wasn’t used to this oppressive, tense sect atmosphere, with malice lurking beneath the surface. He simply pulled Xing Yuanzhi into an empty quiet room.

"Gosh, Brother, you are so eager, there are people around."

Despite her words, Xing Yuanzhi seemed not to mind at all, her body exuding fragrance, batting her eyes, and leaning into Tie Dan’s embrace.

Tie Dan seized the moment, leaned close to her ear and directly said,

"Take me into the mountain, to see your Sect Master."

"To see my Master?"

Xing Yuanzhi’s heart skipped a beat, but she’s not foolish, and coyly said while leaning in Tie Dan’s arms,

"Brother Tie, you love to joke, why should it be my Master? What Master can do, can’t I do?

Whatever you want, just tell me, if Yuanzhi doesn’t know, I can learn, you can teach me."

Tie Dan looked at her,

"Not disturbing your Sect Master is fine, as long as someone can decide the fate of Qingtang Sect, someone who can bear this responsibility. Can you make decisions for your Master, for Qingtang Sect?"

Gaining the Sect Master’s favor surely meant Xing Yuanzhi was no love-addled fool. She realized Tie Dan was serious and whispered,

"Master is in seclusion for body refinement in the Cave Heaven and Earth Mansion, appearing only once every three months to breathe. She recently entered seclusion, so meeting her would take until later in the month.

Why doesn’t Brother stay on the mountain for a while, Yuanzhi will accompany you to enjoy the great scenery of Hebei. Once the time comes, I will report to you personally and ask Master to come out and meet?"

Tie Dan shook his head,

"That’s too late. If that’s the case, sending a message will be too late, missing this opportunity will cost you your chance to change fate.

The Sect Master is in seclusion, isn’t there a deputy in charge of the Mountain Gate? Any elders? Are there others like Chu Ruowei?"