Lu Xueqi did not speak her true thoughts, instead offering comforting words.
“Master, perhaps that Qi Hao was simply too skilled at concealing himself in the past, which is why we failed to see his true nature. Now that he’s been exposed, we need only remain more vigilant going forward.”
Master Shuiyue nodded slightly upon hearing this.
“That is for the best.”
However, recalling today’s events reignited the fury in her heart, and she couldn’t help but snort coldly.
“This Cang Song is truly too much of a double standard! Usually, he’s merciless when punishing the ordinary disciples of Longshou Peak;
But when it comes to a genius disciple like Qi Hao, his discipline becomes mere lip service.
Although confining him to closed-door cultivation in the Black Wind Cave at the back of Longshou Peak for six months seems harsh, compared to the offense he committed, it’s really nothing at all!”
Seeing this, Lu Xueqi quickly tried to console her.
“Master, please don’t let this anger you. Qi Hao is Uncle-Master Cang Song’s prized disciple and the top contender for the championship in this Seven Peaks Tournament. He’s likely to shine during the competition.
Uncle-Master Cang Song likely wants him to seize victory in the tournament, and that’s why he was reluctant to impose a harsh punishment.”
Master Shuiyue naturally understood Cang Song’s intentions. Upon hearing Lu Xueqi’s words, she could only nod helplessly.
She then turned around, her gaze fixed on Lu Xueqi, and solemnly said,
“Xueqi, when the Seven Peaks Tournament comes, you must properly teach Qi Hao a lesson for me.
Since Cang Song is unwilling to discipline his disciple strictly, then you shall let him taste real power on the tournament stage!”
Lu Xueqi respectfully nodded and bowed in response,
“Yes, Master.”
Half a month later, in the bamboo forest behind Xiaozhu Peak.
Lu Xueqi sat cross-legged, surrounded by the immense shadow of a Tai Chi diagram.
Upon the shadow, a terrifying suction force surged forth, wildly devouring the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.
At this moment, her cultivation had reached a critical juncture.
After her cultivation broke through to the peak of the Ninth Level of the Jade Purity Realm, she was now at the threshold of advancing into the Upper Purity Realm.
Ever since returning to Xiaozhu Peak, Lu Xueqi had devoted herself to closed-door cultivation. In just half a month, she was already about to break through, far faster than her original estimate of nearly a full month.
Previously, she had underestimated the 《Tai Chi Profound Immortal Scripture》.
This cultivation method was far more powerful and profound than she had imagined. Not only was the speed of cultivation astonishing, but the spiritual energy it accumulated was also incomparably pure.
Compared to the 《Tai Chi Profound Purity Dao》, it was much easier to use this to break through realms.
As she continued to absorb spiritual energy, Lu Xueqi’s body suddenly trembled. A terrifying aura exploded forth, spreading in all directions.
A gleam of excitement flashed through her eyes as she murmured to herself.
“So I’ve finally broken through to the Upper Purity Realm? Not bad, the First Level of Upper Purity.”
Feeling the power within her body multiply several times over, Lu Xueqi nodded with satisfaction. In the Qingyun Sect, the Upper Purity Realm was already a top-tier level. In the entire Qingyun Sect, those who had truly reached this realm numbered barely more than a dozen.
Though it was only the First Level of the Upper Purity Realm, with the pure spiritual power cultivated through the 《Tai Chi Profound Immortal Scripture》, her combat strength could rise by several levels.
People like Cang Song were no longer her match.
Looking across the Qingyun Sect, only Dao Xuan and Wan Jianyi, who resided in the ancestral shrine behind the mountain, were worth her full attention.
As for Tian Buyi, only a real fight could reveal his depth.
Just as she completed her breakthrough, a mechanical prompt suddenly echoed in her mind.
“Ding! You are invited to join the Myriad Worlds Chat Group. Do you accept it?”
Hearing the voice in her mind, Lu Xueqi couldn’t help but be slightly stunned.
Myriad Worlds Chat Group?
Is this another one of my golden fingers arriving?
How could that be?
Didn’t I already receive the blessing of the Will of Chaos, gaining the Heaven-Defying Comprehension talent?
How could there be another chat group coming to bind with me?
However, Lu Xueqi didn’t hesitate in the slightest and immediately responded in her mind,
“Accept.”
After Lu Xueqi finished speaking, a large virtual panel suddenly appeared before her eyes. On the panel, several individuals were already present.
At the same time, within the chat group interface, a message flashed by.
“Ding!『Lu Xueqi』from《World of Jade Dynasty》has joined the chat group. Everyone, please welcome her.”
Lu Yu: “Welcome, welcome! Welcome to the group, newcomer.”
Xiao Yan: “Welcome, newcomer.”
Xiong Ba: “Welcome, newcomer.”
Little Huang Rong: “Welcome, newcomer~ Is the newcomer a big sister?”
Looking at the four chat group members, Lu Xueqi couldn’t help but examine them closely.
The one who had invited her to join the chat group was named Lu Yu, with the title ‘Administrator’ displayed above his name.
It seemed this Myriad Worlds Chat Group was his golden finger, not hers.
As for the other three members, Lu Xueqi was quite familiar with them. After all, these were well-known characters from her previous life.
Among them, Xiao Yan was likely the protagonist of《Battle Through the Heavens》.
Xiong Ba was the leader of Tianxia Society.
Huang Rong… it was unclear whether she was from《The Legend of the Condor Heroes》or《Return of the Condor Heroes》.
But judging by her lively personality, she was probably from《The Legend of the Condor Heroes》.
Lu Yu: “Lu Xueqi, are you there? I was the one who invited you into the Myriad Worlds Chat Group. If you’re confused about anything, feel free to ask me.”
Huang Rong: “Lu Yu-gege, which world is this Lu Xueqi-jiejie from? Do you have her Fate File?”
Xiong Ba: “No matter which world she’s from, I doubt she could be a match for this old man.”
Lu Yu: “Xiong Ba, be careful. Lu Xueqi’s world is one of cultivation, where they can command the power of heaven and earth. One move of『Divine Sword Lightning Summoning True Art』and you’d be turned to ash.”
Xiong Ba: “Hmph, you think I’d fear her? This old man’s『Three Parts Returning Vital Energy』isn’t just for show.”
Xiao Yan: “Is this the Lu Xueqi from《Zhu Xian》?”
Lu Yu: “Yes, Xiao Yan, she’s the Lu Xueqi from《Zhu Xian World》. You read the novel before transmigrating too?”
Xiao Yan: “Of course.《Zhu Xian》is one of the earlier classics. I’m quite familiar with the female lead, Lu Xueqi.”
Seeing this, Lu Xueqi could already tell that Lu Yu was most likely a transmigrator—or at the very least, someone from the modern world.
Understanding this, Lu Xueqi didn’t hesitate further and promptly greeted the group in the chat.
Lu Xueqi: “Hello, everyone.”
Huang Rong: “Xueqi-jiejie, you finally showed up!
Don’t be afraid, this Myriad Worlds Chat Group is just a tool for us to chat with each other.
It doesn’t do us any harm either.
In fact, this group has a lot of functions—like a sign-in system, livestreaming, red packets, a shop, and a mission panel.
If there’s anything you don’t understand, you can ask our admin, Lu Yu. He was the first to enter the group.”
Lu Yu: “That’s right, Lu Xueqi. If you’re unsure about anything, feel free to ask me—I’ll explain everything to you.”
Xiao Yan: “Yeah, this Lu Yu guy knows a lot. He even knows about the situation in your world. If you have any other questions, you can also ask me—I’m familiar with your world too.”
Lu Xueqi: “Thank you, everyone.”