This time, Ji Yuan summoned people from the Water God Temple from Feiyun Commandery.
Led by Mo Yiyan, there were fifteen cultivators. Over the years, they had become extremely familiar with the operations of the Water God Temple.
As for the support from the Nine Profound Sect, it caused everyone, including Ji Yuan, to freeze in surprise.
"When did you become an elder?"
Ji Yuan raised an eyebrow, looking at the bald youth before him, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Hearing this, Lin Yubai laughed heartily and said, "As long as you break through to the third realm, can't I still become an elder?"
He first paid his respects to Elder Hong Tian, then introduced the two elders behind him to Ji Yuan.
One was an old woman from Heavenly Sword Peak, and the other was a middle-aged man from Withered Wood Peak.
The former was named Cui Yinghong, and the latter was Shangguan Wuxiang.
Both were inner sect elders with cultivation reaching the mid-stage of the third realm. Not only were they powerful in combat, but they also possessed numerous skills.
Like Elder Hong Tian, they had been constantly traveling outside for the sect, earning them the title of meritorious officials of the Nine Profound Sect.
Ji Yuan immediately smiled broadly and paid his respects to the two elders, calling them "senior" with considerable warmth.
"Over the years, I've often dealt with the Rebirth Tower and other demons and monsters outside,"
Lin Yubai laughed heartily, "I've gained some opportunities and naturally broke through."
In truth, whether it be cultivators or martial artists, facing life and death could offer chances to stimulate their potential and break through their current realm.
Coupled with Lin Yubai's talent, which was already at the level of a prodigy.
In the preceding years, he had also experienced opportunities like the underground dojo and the Creation Spiritual Pool, his cultivation advancing by leaps and bounds, thus his breakthrough to the third realm was a natural progression. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
With his aptitude and strength, he was qualified to be an elder as soon as he broke through.
"The sect is already aware of the situation you encountered."
As soon as everyone took their seats in the hall, Cui Yinghong said with a cold expression, "Well done, Shenxuan Sect. It's one thing to have degenerated, but you dare to bully my Nine Profound Sect disciples like this!"
As she spoke, faint sword hums emanated from within her.
Ji Yuan turned to look, and information about Heavenly Sword Peak immediately surfaced in his mind.
These were very straightforward people. It was said that their founding patriarch was a swordsman from the martial world.
This peak did not inherit sword cultivation, but it followed the path of the sword. Apart from not nurturing a natal flying sword, other aspects were quite similar.
The killing power of Heavenly Sword Peak ranked among the best in the Nine Profound Sect. They also held the position of the Law Enforcement Hall, overseeing the disciples within the sect.
"In my opinion, we should find those fellows from the Shenxuan Sect and make them stay in Lingyang Mansion forever!"
Cui Yinghong said coldly, killing intent already appearing in her eyes.
Seeing this, Ji Yuan couldn't help but nod inwardly. The people from Heavenly Sword Peak were indeed very straightforward.
"That's not advisable. The opponent has condensed two top-tier 'Three Flowers' and has the assistance of four fellow disciples of the same realm."
Shangguan Wuxiang of Withered Wood Peak shook his head.
He was thin and leaned against his chair, often giving the impression of a mere twig.
However, from his skeletal body, one could feel a mighty life force.
"What's not advisable? Elder Hong Tian has also condensed 'Three Flowers,' and even one more than that person!"
Cui Yinghong declared loudly, "And we are not fewer in the third realm than the opponent!"
Including Ji Yuan and Lin Yubai, the two sides were indeed evenly matched in terms of the number of third-realm cultivators.
Moreover, the combat power of the two was not weak; one was a quasi-prodigy, the other a true prodigy.
Coupled with two experienced inner sect elders with equally formidable skills.
Their chances of winning were indeed not low.
If necessary, Ji Yuan could even summon a batch of third-realm cultivators from Mingxin Pavilion, or even the blade-wielding enforcers of Mingjian Division.
"This matter is not that simple."
Elder Hong Tian shook his head, then sighed.
He stated that he had not fully recovered and could only exert about half of his peak strength.
Under the encirclement of five cultivators of the same realm, even he had sustained no small injuries.
Furthermore, in order to buy Ji Yuan and the others enough time, he had even overdrafted his essence and true essence. It would not be a matter of a month or two for him to fully recover.
"In comparison, I think we should consider how to return to the sect under the watchful eyes of the Shenxuan Sect."
Elder Hong Tian's expression looked somewhat heavy.
Hearing this, Cui Yinghong was also taken aback. She had not expected the other party to still be injured.
In that case, it was indeed not their place to figure out how to keep the Shenxuan Sect members.
Rather, they should think carefully about how to return to the sect safely.
"Elder Hong Tian is still recovering from his injuries. It's best for you to rest in Guanxia City for a while first."
Ji Yuan said with a wry smile, then suggested.
Although Cui Yinghong was somewhat unwilling, she still settled down in the Qian family's residence.
As for Shangguan Wuxiang, he seemed indifferent, possessing a "go with the flow" attitude.
As soon as the accommodations were arranged for them, Lin Yubai sauntered over to find Ji Yuan.
"I heard you've been making big moves lately?"
He asked with interest.
Ji Yuan knew without thinking that Xue Yang and the others had 'betrayed' him.
However, it was understandable. Facing this top-ten inner sect prodigy, who was now an inner sect elder, they wouldn't dare to hide much.
"This matter is purely my personal endeavor. It would be inappropriate to involve the Nine Profound Sect."
He was silent for a long time, then said.
In reality, he wasn't rigid. If he could borrow assistance, he wouldn't hesitate at all.
However, some matters, if they involved the Nine Profound Sect, would only lead to unnecessary trouble.
The most direct point was that the local forces in Luoxia Commandery would absolutely not stand by and watch the hegemon sect of Feiyun Commandery suddenly interfere and take away the profits they held.
"You are an elder of the Nine Profound Sect, so your affairs are naturally the sect's affairs."
Lin Yubai shook his head. "Moreover, no matter what you think, outsiders will still regard your actions as the thoughts of the Nine Profound Sect."
Furthermore, with the Nine Profound Sect as a backing, even if it were just a name, the situation it brought would still be more beneficial than detrimental.
Hearing this, Ji Yuan couldn't help but hesitate. What the other party said was not without reason.
Moreover, if a few Nine Profound Sect elders and this prodigy before him assisted, some matters could become smoother.
As for the potential troubles, they seemed somewhat insignificant in comparison.
"Although it's your own enterprise, since you are an elder of the Nine Profound Sect, it naturally counts as the sect's foundation."
Lin Yubai said with a smile.
In fact, within the sect, many disciples and elders used the name and convenience of the Nine Profound Sect to manage their own forces and industries outside.
The Nine Profound Sect never prohibited this, because the strength of its members represented the strength of the sect.
"Besides, when I came out this time, my master specifically instructed me."
Lin Yubai pondered, "He said that as you manage your own business outside, I and several elders should lend a hand and help as much as possible."
Upon hearing this, Ji Yuan couldn't help but roll his eyes. If you had this to say earlier, why didn't you!
It would have saved him the trouble of racking his brains here, agonizing over the pros and cons.