Chapter 425: Gold Core Celebration


    On the fifth day of the twelfth lunar month, if it were in a ce close to the Middle-Earth Continent, by this time, it would probably have been bitterly cold with glistening white snow. However, in the Endless Sea of Sand, where the climate hardly changes throughout the year, the scorching sun still hangs high, making it intolerably hot.


    Today is the day of the celebration of Meng Zhang''s Gold Core achievement. Near the entrance of Taiyi Sect, from the foot to the summit of the mountain, colorful decorations,nterns, and gs have been put up in advance.


    Despite the recent busy and arduous times, with numerousplicated tasks, everyone in Taiyi Sect is exceptionally joyful and satisfied. Especially today, a day of great happiness, the entire Taiyi Sect is filled with exuberance and excitement.


    With Meng Zhang as the Gold Core Daoist Master, Taiyi Sect is about to soar to new heights, benefiting all its members immensely. All the cultivators of the sect who could make it have gathered together.


    Even many old disciples who had long left the sect have attended, including Tian Zhen, who returned to retire in his hometown. At this moment, tears fill his eyes as he is overwhelmed with joy.


    In his old age, with his hair turned white, he finally gets to witness the rise of Taiyi Sect. Meng Zhang, whom he had high hopes for since his youth, has indeed lived up to his expectations by sessfully reviving the once declining Taiyi Sect.


    Though Taiyi Sect is still far from its glorious peak, it has already surpassed the time when it was on the verge of copse and forced to take refuge in the Endless Sea of Sand. Tian Zhen feels deeply gratified and contented with Taiyi Sect''s current state.


    As for the disciples present at the scene, they can hardly conceal their excitement. With a Gold Core Daoist Master in the sect, they can strive for greater benefits for the sect. The elevation of the sect''s status is keenly felt by each and every one of them.


    A stronger sect can provide more cultivation resources for its disciples, giving them more confidence when facing the outside world.


    Alongside Taiyi Sect''s disciples are guests from the affiliated forces. These small ns that rely on Taiyi Sect have also grown stronger and can now enjoy a greater sense of security.


    The guests from Qiaoshou Sect, this ally, sit closely with the Taiyi Sect disciples. As Taiyi Sect bes more potent, their alliance strengthens even further.


    On the other side, there are envoys from nearby cultivation forces like Land Walk Sect. When they see the esteemed Meng Zhang, the atmosphere bes respectful and humble.


    At the outskirts of the square, the disciples of Taiyi Sect, acting as hosts, are loudly announcing the names of the guests.


    Suddenly, countless ribbons descend from the sky, and a hearty voice resounds from above.


    "Flying Swan Sect''s Fei Jiang, specially here to congratte Daoist Master Meng on achieving the Gold Core."


    With this voice, a burly, majestic-looking old man descends slowly from the sky.


    On this joyous asion, the mountain-guarding formation at Taiyi Sect''s entrance has beenpletely deactivated. With Meng Zhang, the Gold Core Daoist Master, in attendance, there is hardly any need for the formation''s protection.


    Seeing Daoist Master Fei Jiang descend, Meng Zhang stands up from his seat.


    "As a junior, Meng Zhang, I pay my respects to Daoist Master Fei Jiang," Meng Zhang respectfully bows.


    Regardless of their future rtionship with Flying Swan Sect, as the host, Meng Zhang will notck in basic courtesy. Fei Jiang, an advanced Gold Core cultivator with many years of experience, is senior in both age and generation to Meng Zhang. Showing respect to him is also a form of reverence for the elderly.Seeing Meng Zhang stand up and bow, the various guests sitting below also rose and showed humble gestures. "Daoist Master Meng, there''s no need to be so formal. You are one of us now," said Fei Jiang, the Gold Core Daoist Master, in a friendly and gentle manner. Meng Zhang had already expected this amicable attitude from Fei Jiang. After all, Fei Jiang had been in seclusion for a long time since suffering severe injuries during a battle with a horde of demonic beasts. If it weren''t for Meng Zhang''s Gold Core celebration, he probably wouldn''t havee out of seclusion yet.


    Although Meng Zhang had recently advanced to the Gold Core stage, his discerning eyes could sense that Fei Jiang''s aura was somewhat unstable, indicating that his injuries hadn''t fully healed. Meng Zhang spected that Flying Swan Sect had sent Fei Jiang, the wounded Gold Core Daoist Master, to show goodwill and assure him that they didn''t harbor any ill intentions towards Taiyi Sect.


    Fei Jiangnded directly in front of Meng Zhang and engaged in a warm conversation. In many Gold Core sects, the position of Sect Master was usually held by a cultivator in the Foundation Building stage. However, Meng Zhang, as a Diviner, had chosen to retain the position of Taiyi Sect''s Sect Master. It wasn''t due to a lust for power or unwillingness to give up the role, but rather his intuition as a Diviner told him that continuing to be Taiyi Sect''s Sect Master would benefit both himself and the entire sect. As the Sect Master, he represented not only himself but the entire Taiyi Sect.


    After the initial show of respect towards Fei Jiang, Meng Zhang maintained a confident andposed demeanor throughout their conversation. Seeing the two Gold Core Daoist Masters engaging in friendly discussion, many cultivators below couldn''t help but breathe a sigh of relief. It seemed that Flying Swan Sect''s attitude towards Meng Zhang was favorable, and as long as they didn''t resort to hostilities, the other cultivation forces in the Endless Sea of Sand would avoid getting involved in any potential conflict between Taiyi Sect and Flying Swan Sect.


    Of course, there were a few individuals who secretly felt disappointed, hoping for some chaos to arise. However, Fei Jiang''s visit was indeed sincere. To express their regard for Meng Zhang, Flying Swan Sect had dispatched a Gold Core Daoist Master, specifically one who was injured and wouldn''t engage in a serious fight. Fei Jiang not only conveyed goodwill through words but also showed genuine intent. He learned that Meng Zhang needed a Third Rank spirit vein for cultivation and warmly invited him to visit Flying Swan Sect. To prevent any misunderstandings, Fei Jiang took great pains to emphasize his sincerity.


    Meng Zhang politely declined Fei Jiang''s invitation. He didn''t want to get involved with Flying Swan Sect at this time, as it could lead to unforeseenplications. Moreover, he had learned from the experiences with Guang Zhi and Roaring ze Daoist Masters that even though Flying Swan Sect might not pose a threat to him, he needed to remain cautious.


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