I Pick up a Lost Godhood

Chapter 455: Chapter 438: One of Us

"Father, we’re all fellow cultivators in the Star Alliance. As the saying goes, ’helping others is helping yourself.’ I’m willing to make a trip to the Taiyin Sect to assist them," Yue Shan said with poise.

"Sect Leader Yuu, it’s not that we of the Treasure Artifact Sect are being stingy, but the item you wish to borrow can only be used by the Treasure Artifact Sect Master and their successor."

Yuu Kunlun broke into a smile. "If Niece Yue Shan is willing to make the trip, the Taiyin Sect would naturally welcome her with open arms. As for the terms, they’ll remain the same. Brother Yue, what do you say?"

’Yue Rantian hadn’t expected Yue Shan to suddenly intervene. Still, this seemed to be a mutually beneficial solution. With that Ninth Grade Secret Gold, they could upgrade their latest Magical Artifacts by a whole level, which would bring the sect a considerable profit. At the same time, it would put the Taiyin Sect deeply in their debt.’

But he still had to play the part. Yue Rantian gave a wry smile. "Brother Yuu, since you’ve put it that way, what more can I say? So be it. As the Treasure Artifact Sect Master, I’ve broken quite a few of my own rules for this."

Yuu Kunlun understood his meaning. "Brother Yue, the world is a small place. The Taiyin Sect will remember this."

"Haha, good. In three days, Yue Shan will take the item to the Taiyin Sect," Yue Rantian said.

Yue Shan winked at Wang Meng, as if to say, ’You owe me big time for this.’

After seeing Yuu Kunlun and his party off, Yue Rantian’s expression became serene again.

Jii Wanli was clearly the most displeased with this outcome. ’It’s Wang Meng again!’

"Elder, Shan’Er must be careful on her trip to the Taiyin Sect. And this Wang Meng... there’s something very wrong with him."

Jii Wanli had started his campaign of slander.

Yue Rantian smiled faintly. "My dear nephew, the value of that Ninth Grade Secret Gold far exceeds this transaction. Did you think I would accept a loss? Besides, even if we gave the Taiyin Sect all the courage in the world, they wouldn’t dare try anything funny."

’Yuu Kunlun had already humbled himself enough. Yue Rantian was a cunning old fox; how could he not know when to advance and when to retreat? He certainly wasn’t going to be easily provoked by some young brat. However, he didn’t want to offend the Ten Thousand Spirits Sect either. You all can fight your own battles, but leave the Treasure Artifact Sect out of it.’

Jii Wanli realized he had shown his hand and smiled faintly. "Elder, you are wise. In that case, this junior should be heading back."

"Send my regards to the Mother of Ten Thousand Spirits. Shan’Er, please see Wanli out."

"Yes, Father," Yue Shan said obediently, her eyes lowered.

After seeing off the somewhat disgruntled Jii Wanli, Yue Shan shook her head slightly, then broke into a knowing smile. When she returned to the main hall, Yue Rantian was waiting for her.

"Shan’Er, how do you know this Wang Meng?"

Yue Shan briefly explained how they met. Thinking back on it, she herself was filled with surprise.

"The man is truly incredible, like a carp leaping over the Dragon Sect’s gate," Yue Shan mused, clicking her tongue in wonder. "But even back when I first saw him, I felt he was special. I just couldn’t put my finger on it."

A slight smile touched Yue Rantian’s lips. "You possess the Celestial Spirit Eye. If you sensed he was extraordinary, then he must have something extraordinary about him. A mere Minor Perfection disciple who can interact with the Taiyin Sect Leader and the Supreme Elder as an equal is far from simple."

"Hehe, that’s another reason your daughter wants to go to the Taiyin Sect. I want to see what he’s all about."

’Yue Shan’s curiosity was piqued. That poor boy sure knew how to stir things up.’

"However, I’m afraid we’ll be offending the Mother of Ten Thousand Spirits this time," Yue Rantian said.

"Father, trying to offend no one is the same as offending everyone. In the current situation, helping the Taiyin Sect gives us a huge advantage. Siding with the Ten Thousand Spirits Sect would be a double loss. That Jii Wanli is incredibly cunning; dealing with people like him is not as straightforward as dealing with the Taiyin Sect. Besides, the Ten Thousand Spirits Sect hasn’t replaced the Taiyin Sect yet!"

Yue Shan had hit the nail on the head. The Taiyin Sect was still the genuine number three in the Star Alliance. It made no sense to offend number three for the sake of number four.

"You little rascal, so clever."

"Didn’t I tell you? I went out to cultivate, to experience all walks of life, and to learn about the state of Magical Artifacts in the various Small Thousand Realms. They say traveling a thousand miles is better than reading a thousand books."

’Only by casting aside her status and placing herself in a humble position could she see the world clearly.’

’Meeting Wang Meng at that time was, for Yue Shan, undoubtedly the most genuine experience—a precious friendship.’

On the way back, Yuu Kunlun and Mo Chen were in high spirits. They didn’t know how to thank Wang Meng enough, which made him feel quite embarrassed.

Zhu Zhun was supposed to leave. Of course, the Taiyin Sect wouldn’t be stingy with a Master of his caliber and would pay his due reward. But Zhu Zhun had taken a great interest in Wang Meng, and seemed to have the intention of taking him as a disciple.

Mo Chen finally couldn’t watch any longer. "Brother Zhu, you should give up on that idea. Both the Sect Leader and I have already given up. We’re friends, so I might as well be honest with you: in the entire Star Alliance, aside from the four great powers, no one is qualified to be Wang Meng’s master."

’Zhu Zhun’s expression had turned a bit sullen, but seeing Mo Chen’s sincerity and realizing he wasn’t being mocked, he too felt it was a pity.’

’Zhu Zhun was a famous Demon, an expert in the dog-eat-dog world of cultivators. But everyone has a weakness. He had walked his path alone his entire life, and with his formidable Heart Spirit Technique, no one was willing to provoke him. But now that he had reached Great Perfection Tier Two, how many years of his life did he have left?’

’Heart Spirit Cultivators had longer lifespans, but the key point was, he had nothing to leave behind. When he saw Wang Meng, he suddenly felt there was something he wanted to do: take on a good disciple to inherit his legacy. Otherwise, a hundred years from now, who would even remember the Enchanting Demon?’

’He had heard a little about Mo Chen guiding Wang Meng. Seeing the strategy Yuu Kunlun and Mo Chen were using, he roughly understood. In reality, Mo Chen already had a master-disciple relationship with Wang Meng, they just didn’t need the formal title. After all, there wasn’t much more he could teach him.’

’People can have moments of sudden enlightenment. Perhaps shaken by the Spirit of Divine Sense, the Enchanting Demon felt a powerful sense of helplessness from his life of wandering. If one day he were to lie dead in the wilderness, he feared no one would care, and no one would remember him.’

Whether a Saint Cultivator or a Demon Cultivator, no one wanted to end up like that.

’Wang Meng knew that Zhu Zhun’s Cultivation in Heart Spirit was formidable. He himself had resisted the Spirit of Divine Sense by relying on the suppression from his Godhood Essence, whereas Zhu Zhun had genuinely fought it with his own power.’

As if seeing through Wang Meng’s thoughts, Mo Chen suddenly laughed. "Brother Zhu’s Cultivation in Heart Spirit is ranked among the best in the entire Star Alliance. If he could give Wang Meng a few pointers, it would be Wang Meng’s good fortune."

Zhu Zhun remained expressionless. In truth, he was never very expressive. His stiff face gave people a sinister impression, but it was merely a side effect of practicing his Demon Technique.

’Yuu Kunlun and Mo Chen thought their words had displeased Zhu Zhun. Such master Loose Cultivators were known to be capricious.’

Suddenly, Zhu Zhun sighed. "Sect Leader Yuu, I wonder if the Taiyin Sect has a position for a Guest Minister? I’m getting old and tired of wandering. If Friend Wang has the time, we could spar and exchange some Heart Spirit skills."

’Yuu Kunlun and Mo Chen exchanged a look, the pleasant surprise in each other’s eyes obvious. This Zhu Zhun was a formidable figure, capable of ranking in the top ten among Loose Cultivators! If he joined the Taiyin Sect, he would be a massive asset! You could never manage to recruit someone like this under normal circumstances. Wang Meng was truly a lucky star!’

’Their good luck was unstoppable!’

"Brother Zhu, you’re being too polite! We couldn’t be more welcoming! If Brother Zhu is willing, you will be the Taiyin Sect’s third Supreme Elder, in charge of the Heart Spirit Technique branch!"

With a Heart Spirit master like Zhu Zhun, the Taiyin Sect could even expand to include a new branch for its disciples!

"Zhu Zhun pays his respects to the Sect Leader!"

Yuu Kunlun quickly helped Zhu Zhun up. "Younger Brother Zhu, we’re all family from now on. Don’t be a stranger!"

"Congratulations, Elder Zhu!" Wang Meng chimed in at the right moment.

A rare smile appeared on Zhu Zhun’s stiff face. "I’ve lived for most of my life and suddenly found something I want to do. Wang Meng, with your aptitude, you will surely be able to carry my Heart Spirit Technique to an even greater height. If you have time, stay a while longer."

’Of course Wang Meng was interested in Zhu Zhun’s Heart Spirit Technique. He possessed a powerful Heart Spirit but had no way to use it.’

"Disciple..."

Zhu Zhun waved his hand. "There’s no need for a formal discipleship. I can’t teach you that much anyway. In fact, I’m the one getting the better end of this deal. One day in the future, when you shake the world with your power, I, the Enchanting Demon, will also share in that glory."

"Hehe, Brother Zhu, we’re on the same side now, so I won’t hide it from you. Friend Wang’s future accomplishments may even surpass the four great powers!" Mo Chen said with a laugh.

Great Perfection masters didn’t make idle boasts. Everyone held high hopes for Wang Meng.

And just like that, Wang Meng, the Saint Cultivator, had unknowingly found himself in a den of Demons.

’As for Zhu Zhun, he seemed to have found a new lease on life. Sometimes, a person is just one decisive step away from discovering a whole new world.’

The news that Zhu Zhun, a top-tier master Loose Cultivator, had joined the Taiyin Sect as its third Supreme Elder was a bombshell. Once Loose Cultivators reached his level, they rarely changed their ways, especially Heart Spirit types. Zhu Zhun was definitely an anomaly.

Most importantly, he was a Heart Spirit master, which would greatly enhance the Taiyin Sect’s underlying strength. This was an area where the Taiyin Sect had always been inferior to the No Illusion Demon Sect.

The Taiyin Sect was going to hold a selection assembly for Zhu Zhun to pick disciples suitable for practicing the Heart Spirit Technique.

「Three days later.」

Yue Shan arrived as promised, accompanied by two masters from the Treasure Artifact Sect. This was not due to concerns about her safety within the Taiyin Sect, but rather for her security on the road.

’Yue Shan truly came from a "great house," but she was still amazed when she witnessed the vastness of the Taiyin Sect. The deep foundation of a major Sect like this was not something an ordinary sect could compare to. It required countless years of accumulation, which was also how the Treasure Artifact Sect had achieved its current status.’

’Wang Meng could no longer call Yue Shan "hooligan girl." She was, after all, the bona fide daughter of the Treasure Artifact Sect Master.’

Since Wang Meng and Yue Shan knew each other, and seemed quite familiar at that, Yuu Kunlun and Mo Chen delegated the matter entirely to him. Zhang Bai had also finished refining the Extreme Essence Pill, so it was the perfect time to restore his Heart Spirit.

Yue Shan didn’t stand on ceremony and immediately examined Zhang Bai. It had to be said, Zhang Bai’s condition was truly dire. Besides this Spirit of Divine Sense, there was really nothing else that could save him.

’Through the Spirit of Divine Sense, Yue Shan could also sense that even if Zhang Bai recovered, it would only be his strength that returned. A significant portion of his Vitality had been depleted during his cultivation deviation. Why were they spending so much effort to save him?’

After stabilizing Zhang Bai, Yue Shan was covered in sweat. Even with the help of the Artifact King Order, controlling the Spirit of Divine Sense was exhausting, but it was also a form of training.

Seeing Yue Shan emerge, Master Zhang quickly handed her a towel. Nearby, Xie Tianhua scurried over with a cup of water. "Martial Aunt, please sit. Just tell me if you need anything."

Yue Shan had just taken a sip when she heard what Xie Tianhua called her and spat the water all over his face. But Nephew Xie just kept smiling. "It seems I must have a funny face. Everyone loves to spray things at me."

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