The Sect Leader Has Taken in a New Female Disciple-Chapter 703 - 236: So You’re Number Seven, the Purple Sphere!
"However, which Spirit Severing realm cultivator has fallen is still under investigation."
This was the news brought back by Cao Zhengyang. Upon hearing this, everyone exchanged glances, feeling a sense of relief.
Two days later, Mo Xingjian returned.
He looked grave and brought back a piece of news that shocked everyone. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢
"The soul lamp of Master Xuanji of the Phecda Sect has gone out. It's confirmed that he has perished in the Secret Realm, while the other sects managed to escape."
When this news came out, everyone felt a sense of heartbreak.
The Phecda Sect was already the weakest in terms of strength, and now with their sect master's fall, it's easy to imagine how difficult their days will be ahead.
Recently, it has indeed been a turbulent time. It would be wise for the Taiqing Sect to gather its members and avoid letting disciples go out for now to prevent any disasters.
Nonetheless, the Supreme Elders decided to stay in the Pocket World for another half a month, just in case.
Unexpectedly, only three days later, Lu Yaoyao and Yan Xiaohu fled in panic.
Because the Wandering Souls had appeared again.
The Supreme Elders were helpless yet relieved.
Because this also indicated that the Ghost Emperor in the first coffin had already cleared everyone inside and was now free.
"You have no idea how dangerous it was. As soon as Lu and I entered, that guy, with over ten mid-stage Nascent Soul Wandering Souls, came rushing out, baring their fangs and claws. Luckily, we were near the entrance."
"By the way, how did you do it when you were in the Nascent Soul realm? Did you just fight your way through? That combat power is too terrifying!"
In the room, Yan Xiaohu was playing with an old hen, speaking with lingering fear.
Zhou Qing simply smiled without giving much explanation. The two chatted for a while, then Niu Guangmo and the others came looking for Yan Xiaohu.
"Alright then, you go ahead and take care of your business!" With that, Yan Xiaohu hurried off again.
Not long after, Lu Yaoyao came looking for him.
"The senior brother has already gone into seclusion, fully sprinting toward Divinity Transformation. He said when he comes out, he wants to have a good spar with you!" Lu Yaoyao said.
Zhou Qing smiled, thinking he'd have to hold back a bit when the time came.
After all, with the Four Flowers Gathering at the Crown amplification, he could crush those of the same level even with his eyes closed.
"Brother Zhou, you mustn't marry Zhu He. I dislike her. I'd rather you marry Immortal Xuan You!"
Soon, just as Lu Yaoyao was stroking the old hen, she seemed to remember something, quickly stood up, and earnestly said to Zhou Qing.
Zhou Qing was speechless and said, "What on earth are you thinking all day? I'm not marrying anyone."
"That's no good, you must have a Dao companion; how else can you have a cute and obedient daughter!"
Lu Yaoyao said confidently, as if having a daughter was a matter of course and a must-do.
Zhou Qing retorted, "How do you know it would be a daughter? It could be a big chubby boy."
Lu Yaoyao's face turned embarrassed, just as she was about to continue, Zhou Qing gently pushed her out.
"You, don't worry so much. I can handle my own matters. Go back and rest; I have something to take care of." Zhou Qing said, half-laughing, half-crying.
Standing outside the courtyard, Lu Yaoyao pouted, put her hands on her hips, and angrily watched Zhou Qing activate the sound insulation barrier and stomped her foot in frustration.
But she soon calmed down.
All along, there seemed to be something she had overlooked.
She was about seven when she accidentally stepped on a mysterious array and fell from the air in confusion.
At that time, her master was on a mission in that sea area, and thinking she had been whisked up by a tornado and was durable, he took her as a disciple.
Even up till now, she didn't understand what had happened.
But if her father really had a little Lu Yaoyao, what about her?
Would there be two Lu Yaoyaos existing simultaneously?
Or would she disappear?
In the courtyard, peeking through the crack in the door, after watching Lu Yaoyao leave with a frown, Zhou Qing shook his head with a smile.
This girl cares just a bit too much about his affairs.
...
"Master, did Grandmaster really pass away due to old age?"
In the main hall, Zhou Qing casually asked.
Mo Xingjian, who was examining recent reports from various places, turned his head suspiciously and said, "Why did you suddenly think of asking about your grandmaster?"
Zhou Qing quickly said, "I was just curious, so I asked."
How could he tell his master about the Ghost Emperor being the former sect leader?
Claiming he went in under simulated conditions?
Saying that he was even sent out by someone?
That the Taiqing Sect is about to rise with a Spirit Severing realm ancestor?
That those from the Eight Prefectures and Seventy-Two Mansions were all taken down by our ancestor?
Simulation is ultimately simulation. If he really went in, the Ghost Emperor would definitely forget having talked to him.
Mo Xingjian put down the jade scroll in his hand, then got up, and looked at the sunset outside the window with a reminiscing expression.
"Your grandmaster was a very good person. At the very least, he had a genuine affection for us junior brothers."
"Alas, the path of cultivation is a struggle against the heavens. Unfortunately, your grandmaster couldn't make it through and succumbed to old age in the late stage of Divinity Transformation."
Saying this, Mo Xingjian turned around, looking at Zhou Qing with eyes full of hope.
He said earnestly, "Now, time spares no one; it's our turn to face this challenge. Fortunately, you're young and already at the early stage of Divinity Transformation. With that thing, you're destined to go further than us!"
Various emotions welled up in Zhou Qing's heart.
"When I reach that point, I'll definitely find ways to help you all improve. Then, our Taiqing Sect will have over a dozen Spirit Severing realm experts!" Zhou Qing said.
