Published: February 25, 2025
A month later, at noon.
In the Dragon Bile Palace: Dragon Cloud Hall.
In the hall, seated at the main table were Long Bile, Tan Yun, and Tuoba Yingying.
Currently, Long Aotian was absent, still recovering from his injuries.
The hall was filled with exquisite dishes and fine wines, creating a lively atmosphere as they engaged in conversation.
Tan Yun raised his glass and proposed a toast, expressing his gratitude for their support during his recent endeavors.
Tuoba Yingying smiled, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she shared her latest discoveries in alchemy.
Long Bile nodded appreciatively, his gaze shifting between the two as he encouraged further discussions on their respective fields.
As the conversation flowed, Tan Yun's mind drifted to the upcoming challenges they would face together.
He knew that gathering Spirit Stones would be essential for their plans, and he needed to devise a strategy for acquiring them efficiently.
With determination, he began to outline his thoughts, drawing the attention of his companions.
"To achieve our goals, we must secure enough Spirit Stones," Tan Yun stated firmly, "I have a few ideas on how we could gather them more effectively."
Tuoba Yingying leaned in, eager to hear his proposals, while Long Bile listened intently, contemplating the possibilities.
They spent the next few hours brainstorming, sharing insights and strategies, determined to strengthen their position in the cultivation world.
As the sun set outside the hall, their discussions continued, filled with ambition and camaraderie, each of them committed to the journey ahead.
Except for Long Aotian, all 1262 sect masters arrived at the Dragon Cloud Sect after receiving Tan Yun's invitation, setting aside their important matters.
Although the sect masters knew that Tan Yun had invited them on a personal basis, they still showed up as scheduled.
The reasons were twofold.
Firstly, Tan Yun had discussed cooperative win-win strategies with the sect masters over a decade ago, benefiting all sects.
Secondly, after the cooperation negotiations concluded, the sect masters had sought Tan Yun's guidance on various long-standing confusions.
Tan Yun had answered all their questions, showcasing his expertise in alchemy, formations, artifacts, talismans, and other techniques, which left the sect masters in awe.
“Everyone!” Tan Yun raised his glass and stood up to toast the sect masters, “I will drink first as a sign of respect!”
He downed his drink in one go.
The sect masters rose from their seats, acknowledging Tan Yun before drinking the spiritual wine.
Tan Yun clasped his fists and said, “I am also well-acquainted with all of you. Today, I have gathered you all because I have a request.”
The Sovereign of the Ascension Pill Sect, Xue Chong, with a face full of wrinkles, expressed gratitude, “Tan Yun, during the time at the Huangfu Sacred Sect, it was you who perfected the alchemical formula for the Demon-Quelling Supreme Elixir left by our ancestor master.”
“If it weren’t for your suggestion to substitute the 1000-year-old Demon Heart Herb with the 1300-year-old Demon-Subduing Spiritual Flower in the formula, I would still be unable to refine a High-Quality Respect Grade Elixir.”
“Thanks to your assistance, I successfully crafted the High-Quality Respect Grade Elixir and advanced to a high-level respect alchemist.”
“You are a great benefactor to me; whatever you need, just say the word. I will surely do my best to help! Even if I can’t, I will find a way!”
After Xue Chong finished speaking, Anling Feihong, the Sovereign of the Holy Symbol Immortal Sect, looked at Tan Yun and clasped his fists, “If it weren’t for your guidance back then, I wouldn’t have been able to become a saint-level respect talisman master.”
“Tan Yun, whatever orders you have, just let us know! The Holy Symbol Immortal Sect will certainly provide strong support!”
Subsequently, other sect masters chimed in, expressing their willingness to help Tan Yun.