Immortal Venerable's Order
Chapter 104 Invitation

Chapter 104: Chapter 104 Invitation

After Xu Da’s death, the Mermaid Clan did not rejoice; instead, they sang melancholic songs and plunged into the sea one after another.

The live broadcast suddenly shifted, and the voice of the host, Taozi, resounded before everyone again.

"Dear audience, this competition for the Secret Realm’s qualifications has concluded in an unexpected manner. To think that someone from the most mysterious Cultivation Association of our illustrious Huaxia would commit such a heinous act, trading our Kunlun Holy Land and our Two Rivers Valleys to save the life of Yan Sect Leader Yan Rufeng. Fortunately, Yan Sect Leader’s wisdom and prowess thwarted the villainous conspiracy. Xu Da, president of the Cultivation Association, and his accomplices undoubtedly got what they deserved. Their deaths are not worth mourning..."

At the ancestral court of the Taoist sect on Longhu Mountain, an elderly man in white turned off the television. After a long pause, he slowly said, "Ping’er, convey my decree that I will personally visit Longyuanzong to see Yan Rufeng in three days."

A middle-aged man in a gray Taoist robe questioned.

"Master, shouldn’t Yan Rufeng come to visit you? Isn’t it a bit..."

"Ping’er, say no more. Yan Rufeng is worthy of me paying a personal visit. Go and prepare."

"Understood, Ping’er comprehends..."

In the hidden chamber within Zhenwu Hall on Wudang Mountain, an elder in a purple Taoist robe slowly opened his eyes and gently asked, "Qingyun, what did you just say?"

"Revered Ancestor, Xu Da was no match for Yan Rufeng of Longyuanzong and has perished."

"Heh."

"Interesting. I’ve been secluded for hundreds of years, and to think such an extraordinary talent in cultivation has emerged in Huaxia. Prepare for a visit in three days."

"Revered Ancestor, I’ve heard Yan Rufeng is just in his early twenties. How can you lower yourself..."

"Qingyun, say no more. My decision is final..."

At the summit of Emei Mountain, a woman in a red dress sat cross-legged on the ground, her flowing silver hair exuding a solemn yet enchanting aura. Her black eyes sparkled with charm, and her jade-like hands strummed the zither, releasing a beautiful sound that poured forth instantly.

The allure of Emei Mountain was captivating, and the gentle, enchanting melody from the mountaintop could transcend all worldly troubles upon listening.

A woman gracefully walked forward, bowed, and said, "Revered Ancestor, Yan Rufeng of Longyuanzong won the competition."

The zither music slowly ceased, but the melody seemed to linger around, refusing to fade.

"What of Xu Da?"

The red-dressed, white-haired woman weakly asked.

"Xu Da is dead."

"Why did Yan Rufeng kill him?" The red-dressed woman glared angrily.

"Revered Ancestor, Xu Da conspired with an alien race to kill Yan Rufeng. His downfall was well-deserved."

"You may leave."

The woman in red slowly stood up, sighed, and said, "Alas, I didn’t expect Xu Da to be so foolish."

The woman in red ascended into the air and disappeared from the Emei Golden Summit.

The news of Yan Rufeng’s grand victory spread nationwide. After returning from the Deserted Island, the cultivation sects of the four mountains agreed that the Cultivation World shouldn’t go leaderless for a day. They proposed that Jade Emperor Sword Palace’s Sect Leader, Xuanmingzi of Tai Mountain, be the new president.

Xuanmingzi, however, declined the position. He shook his head and took out dozens of Jade Scrolls, drafting numerous invitations to summon various cultivation sects to gather at Zhongzhou Dragon Abyss Sect in three days to elect a new president for the Cultivation Association.

The Jade Scrolls puzzled everyone. Shen Jizi questioned, "Brother Xuanmingzi, what is the meaning of this?"

"Shen Jizi, don’t forget how we managed to leave the Deserted Island safely. Isn’t it absurd that you would nominate me as president?"

"Amitabha, in my humble opinion, Xuanmingzi intends for Yan Rufeng to take the position." Jie Kong said.

"Indeed, for the role of the Cultivation Association president, only Yan Rufeng is qualified." Xuanmingzi said.

Shen Jizi shook his head indifferently, "Brother Xuanmingzi, do you think Yan Rufeng would gain the support of the old masters?"

Xuanmingzi smiled, "The old masters are deep in seclusion and unaware of the current world affairs. According to my investigation, Yan Rufeng has achieved such high cultivation at just over twenty. When the old masters learn of it, they too will greatly approve."

Shen Jizi said, "That may be so, but don’t forget, Yan Rufeng’s annihilation of the two Sword Palaces is widely known. Moreover, he killed Xu Da. If Xu Da’s master were still alive, I believe he would surely cause trouble for Yan Rufeng."

"Heh."

Xuanmingzi sneered, "Brother Shen Jizi, haven’t more people died at our hands than those of the two sects? Yan Rufeng killed them because they sought death themselves. If they hadn’t tried to kill Sect Leader Yan, Yan Sect Leader would have spared them, just as we would. Besides, Yan Sect Leader did not directly kill Xu Da; Xu Da’s death was his own doing."

Shen Jizi pondered for a long time before slowly speaking, "Brother Xuanmingzi, I’m afraid that once Yan Rufeng becomes president, the Cultivation World of Huaxia will soon be soaked in blood and rain again."

"Haha..."

"Brother Shen Jizi, you’re overthinking it. For now, we should prepare to head to Dragon Abyss Sect in three days." Xuanmingzi said with a laugh.

"Amitabha, there’s no need to wait three days. We should head to Dragon Abyss Sect now." Jie Kong suggested.

"Jie Kong makes a valid point. Our Heng Mountain Sword Sect will go ahead."

The Heng Mountain Sword Sect leader left the hall, disappearing before everyone.

Jie Kong’s suggestion prompted Xuanmingzi to nod in agreement, then he cupped his hands, "Brother Shen Jizi, do you wish to accompany me?"

Shen Jizi hesitated, then said, "Very well, I’ll risk it."

"Haha..."

Xuanmingzi laughed heartily, "That’s the spirit. Let’s go."

After Xuanmingzi and Shen Jizi left, Jie Kong followed closely behind.

...

As soon as Yan Rufeng returned to Dragon Abyss Sect, the guarding Jieyin Disciples shouted loudly, "Our Sect Leader is back, everyone come out to welcome him!"

Everyone rushed to spread the news, and soon, thousands gathered at the entrance of the Sect Main Hall.

When everyone at Dragon Abyss Sect saw Yan Rufeng standing alive before them, their expressions varied. Some laughed happily, some hugged each other in joy, and some cried tears of excitement.

Seeing Yan Rufeng return, Niuniu broke free from Su Moran’s hand and ran towards Yan Rufeng. Yan Rufeng opened his big arms and laughed as he held Niuniu in his embrace.

"Master, Niuniu missed you."

"Heh heh..."

Yan Rufeng smiled, "It’s only been two days, and you already missed Master, Niuniu."

Yan Rufeng took out a candied fruit stick and handed it to Niuniu. This time, Niuniu did not refuse and took it with a smile, "Master, never leave Niuniu again, okay?"

Yan Rufeng smiled, "Okay, from now on, Master will never leave Niuniu again."

The Deputy Sect Master of Dragon Abyss Sect waved his hand and calmly said, "Everyone, your Sect Leader has returned unscathed. You may now disperse."

The disciples of Dragon Abyss Sect started to leave, but the crowd of the Yan Family, the Mu Family, Yan Rufeng’s classmates, and Liu Ping’er remained.

Yan Rufeng looked at them and said softly, "I’m fine. Everyone, go back and cultivate peacefully."

"Haha..."

Li Xiaofei laughed, "Sect Leader, you single-handedly defeated the Cultivation Association and the Three Alien Clans. Shouldn’t you show some appreciation?"

The Deputy Sect Master glanced at Li Xiaofei, "Xiao Fei, the Sect Leader has been dealing with them for so long. He must be tired. Let him rest. What do you expect him to show?"

"Right, let our good grandson rest well. Let’s all go and cultivate." Yan Mo instructed the Yan Family.

"Brother Yan is right. Mu Family members, don’t just stand here. Go back and cultivate." Yan Rufeng’s grandfather, Mu Yang, also instructed.

Everyone gradually left, but Liu Ping’er remained. She gazed enviously at Niuniu in Yan Rufeng’s arms and murmured, "I wish I were Niuniu."

Beside Liu Ping’er, Xiaxia pulled her and whispered, "Sister Ping’er, in a few days, we’ll decide the best candidate among the Outer Disciples. We have much to do. Stop daydreaming."

Xiaxia pulled Liu Ping’er away. The Deputy Sect Master then dismissed the remaining people and said to Yan Rufeng, "Sect Leader, the outer premises of our Dragon Abyss Sect are almost complete. Before you go to Kunlun Secret Realm, should we interview the applicants for the Outer Disciples first?"

Yan Rufeng thought for a moment before saying, "Let’s set it for ten days later."

"Alright, I’ll make the arrangements..."