JSCMU-Chapter 185: Desperate Calls for Reinforcements

“This bell sound…” Qing Yun listened for a while and raised an eyebrow slightly. “This magical artifact is somewhat interesting.”

The treasured artifact of the Tianxing Sect was, in Qing Yun’s eyes, merely “somewhat interesting.”

But no one dared think there was anything wrong with his evaluation.

This kind of magical artifact was extremely precious to a mid-tier sect, but to people like Qing Yun, Shen Yanye, and Cang Li, it was nothing more than an amusing toy.

“Does this bell sound hold any special meaning?” Qing Yun asked with interest, noticing Lin Ya and Yue Zhao’s expressions had grown serious upon hearing it.

Lin Ya narrowed his eyes and answered slowly, “The ringing of the Tianxing Bell signals the start of the sect’s preparation phase for the Grand Sect Tournament. For the next two days, it will ring five times daily. On the day of the actual Grand Sect Tournament, it will ring six times. That day will decide the new Peak Masters of the Ten Peaks. Yun Jin and Ruan Jun’s contract duel will also take place on that day.”

Interesting.

Qing Yun and the others stirred slightly.

They spent quite some time with Lin Ya. And now, the Grand Sect Tournament was already imminent.

That meant Yun Jin was about to come out of seclusion!

The group exchanged glances, each detecting a hint of vigilance in the others’ eyes.

The final showdown was now.

Who Yun Jin would ultimately choose would soon be revealed.

As for the duel between Yun Jin and Ruan Jun, none of them took it seriously.

Cross-realm combat might be rare outside the Holy Lands, but within them, it wasn’t unusual for disciples to defeat opponents from a higher stage.

Given Yun Jin’s talent, even without having studied in the Holy Lands, she might very well be capable of such a feat.

And worst case, if she lost, it would just give them an opportunity to step in and shine.

Each of the three harbored different thoughts and quietly shifted a little further apart.

Qing Yun chuckled, “Brother Lin, with your current cultivation level, not only could you be a Peak Master, you might even sit as Sect Leader. Just say the word and I’ll push you into the position. Isn’t Zhao Wuji your old rival? Then let’s make sure he doesn’t get to be Sect Leader either.”

Lin Ya felt a chill down his spine and quickly replied, “Brother Qing Yun, back when my strength was intact, I was indeed stronger than Zhao Wuji. But his father is an Elder of Qingxiao Pavilion. No matter what, his position as Sect Leader is rock solid and unshakable.”

He sighed.

It wasn’t that he didn’t want to overthrow Zhao Wuji.

But…

As long as that Elder from Qingxiao Pavilion remained in power, Zhao Wuji’s position would remain secure. Even someone with superior cultivation wouldn’t be able to contest it.

“Just a mere Qingxiao Pavilion Elder,” Qing Yun said casually. “If you just say the word, I’ll handle it for you.”

Lin Ya fell silent.

He really felt like his brain wasn’t working properly these days.

In this era…

Even a Qingxiao Pavilion Elder was downgraded to ‘mere’…

Everything these people said sounded off.

He knew Qing Yun’s background wasn’t ordinary, but could only force a bitter smile. “Brother, you might help me for a day, but not for a lifetime. For now, I’d rather just focus on holding my Peak Master position.”

The elders of Qingxiao Pavilion and those of Tianxing Sect were worlds apart.

To be an Elder in Qingxiao Pavilion, being in Tribulation Crossing Stage was just the bare minimum. To secure a real position, one had to be the best among Tribulation Crossing cultivators.

Zhao Wuji’s father, Zhao Ling, was already at the peak of Tribulation Crossing Stage, almost ready to enter the Mahayana Stage.

Once he broke through, he’d be a high-ranking figure even within Qingxiao Pavilion.

By then, he’d probably no longer care for Tianxing Sect and would likely take Zhao Wuji away.

So, they just had to endure a little longer. Once Zhao Wuji left, everything would be fine.

Lin Ya’s reasoning may sound a bit timid, but in this era that was dominated by the Four Great Holy Lands, it was a completely rational mindset.

Seeing that Lin Ya had his own plans, Qing Yun didn’t press further. He smiled and changed the subject, “The Grand Sect Tournament is about to begin, so Yun Jin should be emerging from seclusion soon, right?”

“At the latest, she’ll come out tomorrow night,” Lin Ya said.

The Grand Sect Tournament was the day after tomorrow, but Yun Jin would likely leave seclusion a bit early to prepare.

That said, Lin Ya wasn’t completely sure. His little disciple was full of surprises.

By tomorrow night, she’d be out!

The group immediately grew excited, flexing and preparing themselves.

They were all determined to claim that disciple.

Thanks to everyone’s help, Lin Ya’s cultivation stabilized and even advanced further.

As the time approached, he headed down the mountain with the rest to wait for her.

Qing Yun took the opportunity to chat more with Lin Ya and Yue Zhao.

He confirmed that.

Yun Jin didn’t have any mysterious alchemist master behind her, she was entirely self-taught!

Yue Zhao even added that Yun Jin could analyze a pill recipe just by seeing the pill itself!

Such terrifying talent made Qing Yun’s eyes light up.

This kind of genius was clearly heaven’s gift to the path of alchemy!

With him here, no one else is stealing this once-in-a-generation genius alchemist.

Meanwhile, Cang Li quietly stepped aside and sneakily activated his communication token.

Upon realizing that Qing Yun also wanted to recruit Yun Jin, he sensed things were about to go south, so he immediately notified Ji Wusi.

In truth, Cang Li was more interested in Yun Jin because of her ring.

In terms of swordsmanship, he thought Yun Jin’s talent was certainly high, but not to an unimaginable level.

But!

Bringing Yun Jin back was personally assigned by his master!

Now that Qing Yun’s here, Cang Li knew he’s probably at a disadvantage. It’s time to call for reinforcements.

A reply from his master quickly came.

“Yun Jin must become a disciple of Kunlun Sword Sect! Stall Qing Yun, I will come immediately!”

Cang Li’s eyes instantly lit up.

His master’s level of seriousness far exceeded expectations.

To ensure he could take Yun Jin back, his master was even personally coming!

In terms of combat strength, how could an alchemist compete with a sword cultivator?

He was sure to win this round!

Meanwhile, Shen Yanye, seeing the secretive actions of Qing Yun and Cang Li, clenched his teeth.

He originally planned to secretly scoop up Yun Jin and shock everyone.

But who could’ve predicted things would escalate this far?

He couldn’t rely on himself alone anymore!

He immediately contacted his own master, Master Liuli.

Liuli Zhenren is a Mahayana Stage beast tamer!

With many spirit beasts at her command and endless tricks up her sleeve, she had a huge edge in this kind of competition.

Among these three, Qing Yun still looked calm and composed.

Little did he know, Cang Li and Shen Yanye were already calling for backup like mad.

Kunlun Sword Sect.

Ji Wusi decisively issued several commands and dropped all sect matters to depart immediately!

He and Qing Yun had some history.

But Yun Jin might have an Innate Sword Body!

The successor he had searched for so long!

No matter how deep the friendship is between them, if Qing Yun wanted to fight for Yun Jin, then they’d settle it with swords.

Qing Yun, you dog. Just wait.

With killing intent surging, Ji Wusi vanished over the horizon.

The Kunlun Sect disciples murmured in low voices.

“What’s with the Sect Leader? He looks like he’s off to kill someone!”

“Could he be going to kill demons?”

“Probably. Only the Demon Clan could provoke him to that extent…”

Beast Taming Sect.

Liuli Zhenren received Shen Yanye’s transmission.

Her eyes instantly lit up.

A peerless genius who, upon awakening her talent, manifested countless divine beast phantoms?

And now she might be lured into alchemy or sword cultivation?

That wouldn’t do at all.

Liuli raised her hand, and a flaming red phoenix appeared.

She stepped onto it, and both vanished into the distance.