Chapter One Hundred and Twelve Summoned

  The sky over the Misty Mountains had darkened, but the Zhū Wǔ Temple on the main peak was now brightly lit. The majestic Zhū Wǔ Temple stood tall at the summit, exuding an aura of grandeur and majesty. The entire temple emitted a powerful energy, with spiritual energy swirling around it. The surrounding garden was filled with countless rare herbs, all over a thousand years old. Some had even begun to transform into living beings. Each plant was worth tens of millions of yuan in spirit stones, and there were tens of thousands of them surrounding the temple. Every single one would be coveted by many if taken out. They were heavenly treasures, far surpassing the quality of those sold at auctions. The garden also contained over a thousand No-Spirit Fruits, each with a superior composition to those found elsewhere. Many unknown herbs, each a thousand-year-old spirit, grew in the garden. Some had transformed into small creatures that ran around, trying to escape, but the temple seemed to be surrounded by an array formation. Any living being that approached the forbidden area would be bounced back. The entire Zhū Wǔ Temple was shrouded in this massive array, and anyone who violated the prohibition would likely be killed by the array's power.

  However, at this time there were still a few people who completely ignored the formation. Each of them took out a token and pressed it directly onto the seal, and a passage would appear, leading straight to the main hall of Zhuwu Temple.

  Three or four people rushed straight to Zhuwu Hall and arrived at the main hall in a dozen breaths.

  "See the master of the door," said four people in unison;

  "I don't know what urgent matter the master of the house has summoned us for in the middle of the night," said an old man.

  "Please take a seat, I've called you all here today because there are some matters to discuss. Have any of you heard any news recently?" said the tall and robust man sitting in the first seat.

  "The host, what are you referring to?" an old man asked after the four of them sat down.

  "How was today's match? Let's talk about the match first. I heard that several talented players emerged this time," said Menzhu.

  "Today's competition had many highlights, and this time we saw the emergence of several talented disciples. Xuan Yuan Li from Shui Yun Peak, Han Jiang from Qian Kun Hall, Feng Ling from Zhi Fa Hall, are all geniuses who have not yet appeared in the world. Especially one named Chen Xuan, he defeated Luo Yun Fei and rose to the top twenty, his strength is extremely powerful, it's very possible that he can enter the top ten," said an old man.

  "Report to the master, Chen Xuan's martial arts level is extremely high. Should we ask him to make a contribution? If he makes a contribution, it will be clear whether he is loyal to Danxuan Gate or not," said an old man.

  "This matter I will arrange freely, this is not to be discussed again. Moreover, our Dan Xuan Gate still needs to consider the contributions of a Ling Wu realm disciple's skills and techniques. His unusual encounter is his own, don't provoke his resentment. Today I called you all here not just to ask about this big competition, but also another matter. You may all know that this time in the Magic Domain Forest, an ancient relic has appeared. This time, I hope that the top ten disciples will go and explore this relic." said the Gate Master

  "We've also heard a thing or two about this place, it's probably the site of a powerful earth spirit's manifestation. There's nothing particularly good here, but as a training ground for disciples, it's not a bad choice." The old man said.

  "This time, there may be many True Martial Realm disciples and loose cultivators going, maybe other sects will also send some disciples to go, our sect sending a few Lingwu Realm disciples to go is probably just a sacrifice" an old man said.

  "This time is just an opportunity for them to hone their skills, if they can survive this expedition and find the relic, they will become a true powerhouse in the future. Otherwise, it would be a waste of resources. For all these years, the disciples of the various peaks have had far more cultivation resources than others. This time, let's send them out for training and let them grow up thoroughly."

  "The four masters of the gate said in unison"

  "I have found the four leaders of your sect today, and there is another matter. During this year's grand election, some black-clad men intercepted young people who came to participate in the election halfway. I have already investigated some clues about this matter, and I would like to discuss it with you all in advance." said Master Shi Zhongshan

  "Has the master found out who sent someone?" said a red-haired old man, this old man should be Ye Nuo, one of the four disciples who led Chen Xuan into the door.

  "I did find some clues from the deceased's body, and I found this thing. What is this?" Shi Zhongshan took out something from his hand and showed it to the four people.

  "The four of them said in unison: 'Xiang Nang'"

  "Take a look at the spices inside and you'll know." Shi Zhongshan tossed the sachet to the four of them, letting them see for themselves.

  One of the old men picked up the sachet that Shi Zhongshan had thrown away and opened it. "Lavender," he said.

  "What are your opinions, you four?" asked Master Shi Zhongshan on the main seat;

  "This refined Lavender is mainly made from Seven-colored Grass, which only grows in a mountain range near Jiang City in the entire Northern Territory. This mountain range has already become the private territory of the Bi family now, and it's impossible for outsiders to get their hands on it. Does the master suspect that it was done by the Bi family of Jiang City?" said the old man holding the Lavender.

  "I'm just speculating, but over the years, the Bi family has always wanted to surpass our Danxuan Gate. However, judging from this sachet, the Bi family must have known the inside story, which is why they came to discuss this matter with you today." said Shi Zhongshan

  "Should we make some preparations? In a few years, it will be the Northern Domain's Young Disciples Ranking Competition. The Bi family will likely participate as well. If our Danxuan Gate ranks low, we might drop out of the top four powers. This would deal a huge blow to Danxuan Gate. Only the top four powers can attract the best disciples. Once we fall out of this range, I'm afraid fewer and fewer disciples will come to join us in the future." an elderly man said;

  "This Bi family has been ambitious for years, and now they're even suppressing our Dan Xuan Men's disciples. I heard they're getting close to the Li Huo Sect. The master has gathered us here, could it be to discuss how to deal with this Bi family?" Ye Nu said;

  "They can't be dealt with yet, although they've been attacking our Danxuan Sect's disciples, but for now, there hasn't been a huge rift. I called you all here to discuss our next move. I received news that the head of the Bi family, Bi Wenlei, has gone into seclusion, possibly trying to break through to the Second Heaven of the Sky Spirit Realm. When the time comes, he might pose a threat to our Danxuan Sect. So, starting tomorrow, I plan to go into seclusion as well and try to break through to the Second Heaven of the Sky Spirit Realm. As for sect matters, I'd like to entrust them to you all, which is why I've called you here in the middle of the night," said Shi Zhongshan.

  "The master of the house has given orders, we will definitely take care of Dan Xuan Gate" The four men said in unison.

  "I've been in seclusion for a while, and I strictly ordered my disciples to be more restrained and not to bully the smaller sects' disciples like they used to. Also, regarding this big competition, the top ten disciples will follow my instructions after it ends and sneak into the Demon Domain Forest to explore the ancient ruins, which will benefit their growth. Don't be stingy with the distribution of dan medicine this time either; they are the future of our Danxuan Sect. And as for Chen Xuan, send someone to warn the Zhu family - Seventh Elder has already told me everything, and what Chen Xuan did was not wrong. It's also good that we warned them, but it's not up to a small family like the Zhu to interfere with the internal struggles of our Danxuan Sect's inner disciples." said Shi Zhongshan

  "Yes, Master Door, we will do as you say. We wish you an early breakthrough to the Second Heaven of the Sky Spirit." The four said.

  "It's not easy to talk about, I've been stuck in the first heaven of Tianling for a whole 50 years without making a breakthrough. However, recently I felt a hint of opportunity, maybe it's a chance. During my closed-door training, I'll leave it to you four to take care of Danxuan Gate. I've already sent messages to the masters of the 16 peaks, so I won't tell each of you individually. You can arrange among yourselves later, unless it's something major, don't bother looking for me," said Shi Zhongshan.

  "Alright, you can all go down now," Shi Zhongshan said;

  Chen Xuan was cultivating in his own cave at this time, waiting for the arrival of the next day.

  At dawn, a new day began, and the mist on Misty Mountain also gradually dispersed. All the disciples who were cultivating came out, some went to the Transmission Temple to receive tasks, while others just returned from outside, possibly after going out to do tasks. Every disciple was striving for their own cultivation resources.

  Chen Xuan also stepped out of the cave, rushing to yesterday's martial arts arena. This time, only two people were left on Mount Shanjun, one was Chen Xuan and the other was Ye Yun. Even Liu Hang didn't make it into the top 20 and was eliminated. Some of the later peaks were left with only one senior brother, and none of the other disciples remained.

  He executed Phantom Nine Changes and a residual shadow quickly rushed towards the main peak. Half an hour later, Chen Xuan arrived at the scene of yesterday's competition again.