Published: March 3, 2025
However, it was fortunate that the news of Liu Yu's promotion to yuan ying had already spread thoroughly beforehand. Although the sect disciples were somewhat anxious, they were not completely lost.
In a large sect, having a yuan ying cultivator in charge makes a world of difference. For Yuan Yang Sect, once there is a gap in yuan ying cultivators, it would definitely be unsustainable. Surrounded by strong enemies, there would not be enough time for the sect to cultivate a new yuan ying cultivator.
Even though the current Tian Nan cultivation world strictly prohibits most forms of internal conflict, there are always ways to act if one desires to do so. No matter how mature or strict the rules are, they cannot suppress the ever-expanding desires of the human heart!
Time flew by, and after three months, the atmosphere of the sect underwent a 180-degree turn. From the Golden Core Elders to the outer sect disciples, everyone took off their plain white robes and changed into brightly colored attire.
The heavy atmosphere that had weighed down due to the passing of Heavenly Wind was naturally swept away. While they were grateful for the protection of Ancestor Tianfeng, the reality of yuan ying level matters was still too distant for the majority of disciples, making it seem unattainable for them.
Even foundation establishment cultivators might not meet Ancestor Tianfeng in their lifetime. In the minds of most disciples, the presence of a yuan ying ancestor meant that the sect was still as stable as a mountain.
Only a few Golden Core cultivators were acutely aware of the gap between a newly promoted yuan ying and an established one, and they harbored concerns about this. In the Tian Nan cultivation world, Golden Core cultivators are considered the upper echelon, allowing them to view the issues from a higher perspective, thus being aware of the predicament the sect faced.
Golden Core Elders, in Yuan Yang Sect, are akin to "stakeholders," enjoying benefits far beyond those of qi refining disciples and foundation establishment stewards, receiving considerable resources from the sect each year. Therefore, without having to say anything, most Golden Core Elders would spontaneously uphold the interests of the sect and be particularly concerned about its circumstances.
They appeared to be cheerful and were actively preparing for the Core Formation Ceremony, yet in their hearts, they had some doubts, worried about whether the ancestor could withstand the pressure. After all, "Qingyang True Lord" has only practiced for less than three hundred years up until now.
Compared to other true lords who have practiced for hundreds of years, this seems rather superficial. Within a radius of five hundred miles from the sect's mountain gate, the spiritual mountains filled with extraordinary spirit energy were adorned with colorful decorations, exuding a festive atmosphere.
All of this was due to "Qingyang True Lord" condensing yuan ying.
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At the top of Heavenly Peak, on the cliff where Heavenly Wind had passed away, Liu Yu stood silently in a black robe, gazing into the distance with his hands behind his back, allowing the mountain winds to whistle past, causing his robe to flutter.
His pitch-black pupils sparkled with a rational light.
Given the age at which he established his foundation, formed his core, and condensed yuan ying, he was still very young compared to most cultivators. Nearly three hundred years had passed, and he still looked like a youth.
His appearance had not changed a bit since he was twenty.
It was just that due to practicing the "Star Body," his entire aura had undergone a tremendous transformation, exuding masculinity, dominance, and aggression.
He was exceptionally robust, with bronze-colored skin and a golden ratio physique; his muscles resembled bronze cast in iron, containing a divine power comparable to that of a Flood Dragon!
If this aura were not kept in check, it would create a strong presence that easily draws attention to Liu Yu.