A Sect from a Spirit Vein

Chapter 172 - 142: I Have a Daughter

"Sect Leader Lu, young and accomplished, may I ask how old you are?" Han Wen’s face was flushed, his plump flesh rippling as he raised his wine glass to Lu Qian. The envoys present also looked over curiously.

Lu Qian raised his glass from afar as well, "This year I am twenty-one."

Everyone was astounded upon hearing this. Although Lu Qian looked young, cultivators have methods to maintain their appearance, making it difficult to discern age. Unexpectedly, Lu Qian was indeed so young, even younger than Kong Pengju and Qin Zhiyi who were also present.

Looking again at someone of such a young age, already the leader of a sect, firmly controlling the Yunshan Sect and leading the Shuangye Alliance. Even the present Foundation Establishment cultivators treated him as a peer, with a hint of flattery.

Being a few years older, they had once thought of themselves as outstanding among their peers, only to realize today that they paled in comparison to Lu Qian. This thought made the wine in their cups taste bitter.

Meanwhile, Zhuang Qing, Han Wen, and others, looking at the young man sitting at the head seat with a smile, sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, felt a sense of being pushed forward by the younger generation. From today, with the establishment of Yunshan Sect, this overly young Yunshan Sect Leader would undoubtedly write a brilliant Chapter in Chongming County.

Han Wen laughed, "Remarkable indeed, to command such a large Yunshan Sect at such a young age. Sect Leader Lu, have you married yet?"

Lu Qian raised an eyebrow, "Having not achieved fame, I have no heart for such matters."

The fatty is trying to play matchmaker for me?

Indeed, Han Wen clapped his hands and laughed, "Today, Yunshan has been established, the foundation is firm, Sect Leader Lu should enjoy some tender love. I have a disciple, a beauty of both appearance and demeanor, also with late-stage Qi Cultivation. In the past, many talented young men from the gang were smitten and repeatedly asked for her hand, but I didn’t see them as worthy. But Sect Leader Lu, being a young hero and outstanding among men, is truly admirable. I shall send this girl to Bichao Mountain to serve you with tea, warm your bed, and fold your quilts."

?!

Although mentally prepared, being publicly offered a girl was still a huge shock to Lu Qian, making his face blush.

Jiang Qingfeng’s gaze softly came over, but Lu Qian felt as if there were steel needles hidden within, prickling his back and making his palms sweat.

This Han Wen, couldn’t he discuss this privately instead of in public... Bah! How could I possibly agree to such a crude and inferior beauty scheme?

Han Wen must have observed that I’m always accompanied by Senior Sister and Guh Niqiang, and thought I was licentious, trying to establish a rapport this way. If I nod today, beauties from all sects will start arriving in droves.

Well, maybe that’s not too bad, haven’t I fought long enough to deserve some enjoyment?

Zhuang Qing inwardly cursed, this Fatty Han is so shameless! He then loudly said, "Isn’t that a coincidence, Sect Leader Lu? My Spirit Talisman Sect also has a girl, a national beauty..."

Noticing the increasingly dangerous look from Senior Sister Qingfeng, Lu Qian resolutely spoke up, "Thank you both for your kind intentions, but I’m not interested in this for now, no need to continue."

Han Wen chuckled, not pressing further, and sat back down with a thud, making the seat creak loudly.

The banquet continued towards its end, everyone harbored their own thoughts, but at least on the surface, hosts and guests were enjoying themselves.

Kong Pengfei and Qin Zhiyi were the first to stand, bidding farewell to Lu Qian. After observing today, their attitude towards Lu Qian became much more respectful, no longer daring to underestimate this Late-Stage Qi Cultivation Practitioner.

Zhuang Qing spoke up, "You two, be assured, I’ll accompany you on your way out, just to ensure you don’t fall prey to any misdeeds."

His gaze flickered over Han Wen, and everyone knew what he meant. The two from Kong and Qin were grateful.

Lu Qian felt a stirring in his heart, realizing Zhuang Qing was using this chance to strengthen ties with the Northwest Two Sects, while also conveying the Spirit Talisman Sect’s stance to the Kong Family Castle and Shouzhuo Sect leaders.

Han Wen wasn’t angry, waving his hand, "Then safe travels to you three, I have private matters to discuss with Sect Leader Lu, so we won’t be joining you."

Upon hearing this, Zhuang Qing was startled; this fat guy was too cunning. Who knows what agreement he might reach with Lu Qian in private?

Though eager to eavesdrop, Zhuang Qing couldn’t interfere at Bichao Mountain on what Lu Qian and Han Wen were discussing privately, and with the two from Kong and Qin eagerly looking at him, he had to focus on trying to strengthen ties with the Northwest Two Sects.

Thus, he bowed to bid Lu Qian farewell, "Sect Leader Lu, with your insight and decisiveness, surely you won’t be misled by unscrupulous persons. Our sect’s funds are ready, just a word from you, and they can be delivered, so that the two sects may advance together and share in the benefits. I hope you consider carefully; I’ll be awaiting good news at the Spirit Talisman Sect."

Once these three groups of envoys left, Ning Songzhi also rose to bid farewell. His status was higher, so Lu Qian escorted him to the mountain gate, handing over a Jade Scroll.

"Our Yunshan Sect happened upon an opportunity, landing in Chongming County. Thanks to divine protection and good fortune, we’ve managed to establish our sect here in the county. The various past events are all detailed in this Jade Scroll. I implore you, Envoy Ning, to present this scroll to Elder Hee. If there are doubts, feel free to verify."

The Jade Scroll clearly narrated how Yunshan Sect originally resided in Qingzhou Quyang County, was nearly annihilated, then wandered here and, under Lu Qian’s planning, revived from the ashes. There’s no falsehood in it, though the specifics of founding the sect were omitted, and Guh Niqiang was defined as a Loose Cultivator with ties to a previous Sect Leader.

Considering the great distance between Xuanguang Sect and Danxia Sect, separated by fourteen to fifteen thousand miles, with dozens of Golden Core Sects in between, it’s likely Xuanguang Sect hasn’t even heard of Danxia Sect’s name, and there’s no risk of exposure.

In essence, it explains the origins of Yunshan Sect.

These details can be verified, just send someone to Quyang County, there might even still be a bounty posted for Lu Qian there.

A sect that, despite having Golden Core legacy, declined rapidly to the point of annihilation, unable to guard its mountain gate and forced to wander, wouldn’t prompt Xuanguang Sect to take drastic actions, which highlights that the legacy held nothing extraordinary.

In the Cultivation Realm, sects like Yunshan Sect, declining midway, are commonplace, unremarkable.

Even for an elite Floating Battleship like the Void-Soaring and Distant-Guarding Divine Ship, it’s seen as a mere toy by Golden Core Masters, simply part of the ceremonial entourage. Furthermore, Xuanguang Sect’s usual indifference towards affiliated sects gives Lu Qian ample reason to believe that proving Yunshan Sect’s clean background wouldn’t cause issues.

Originally, Lu Qian planned to report these matters in person to Master Fengfeng, but unfortunately didn’t get the chance. Since Hee Yangchen wants to recruit Yunshan Sect for tasks, he’ll likely speak in Yunshan Sect’s favor on this issue, making things easier.

Additionally, Hee Yangchen is aware of Yunshan Sect’s true combat strength, further corroborating Lu Qian’s statements.

Ning Songzhi accepted the Jade Scroll, agreed, exchanged a few courteous words, then ascended with his magical artifact and departed.

Returning to the Banquet Hall, apart from his own people, only Han Wen and his two disciples remained. Lu Qian’s voice grew cold, "Gang Leader Han, what else do you have to instruct?"