Chapter 684: 293: Laugh arrogantly at the universe, true to our generation, reflecting each other’s loyalty as close friends (unconditional additional update)_1 Chapter 684: 293: Laugh arrogantly at the universe, true to our generation, reflecting each other’s loyalty as close friends (unconditional additional update)_1 Reuniting with old friends in a foreign land is one of the four joys of life—equally pleasing as sweet rain after a long drought, a wedding night, and earning a distinguished title.
Thus, Chen Dengming was overjoyed to unexpectedly encounter Gao Lingxiao and others who had fled their homes much like a band of refugees.
He immediately flew towards the main gate to welcome them, crossing over the guest reception square.
In the reception square, where the senior members and Golden Core Elders of the Longevity Sect were gathered, flight was forbidden by activated Formation.
Chen Dengming’s sudden flight immediately attracted the attention of many Cultivators below, who looked up in surprise and curiosity.
“Which Longevity Sect Golden Core senior is that?”
“He looks noble, with white hair at his temples…
that is…”
Many guests were stunned when,
Some of the Cultivators from the Longevity Sect, as well as the Heavenly Dao Sect, began to bow and salute him.
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“Greetings, Daoist Lord!”
“Greetings, Longevity Daozi!”
“Whoa——”
Many Qi Cultivators who had come with their Sect Elders to gain experience were stunned and excited, craning their necks to watch as Chen Dengming flew by.
The Foundation Establishment Cultivators who had been drinking tea in the reception hall also came out to admire Longevity Daozi and salute him from afar.
In the air, Chen Dengming noticed the commotion below, and his expression showed a hint of surprise and bewilderment.
So many people seemed excited to see him?
Chen Bai was well-known throughout the Four Regions, so it wasn’t unexpected for many Cultivators to be excited to see him.
But to receive the same kind of attention here overseas was indeed surprising.
Noticing his glance, many Cultivators below restrained their expressions even more.
Even though Chen Dengming was puzzled, he decided to let it pass.
After all, if he was in their shoes—like when he was with the Luo Family and suddenly felt the Foundation Establishment aura released by their Ancestor—he would also be shocked, excited, and curious to observe.
This was even more true for his current self.
“That is, the signature white hair at his temples…
That’s Longevity Daozi.”
“Longevity Daozi has personally come to greet us!?”
The dozens of Cultivators from Hualong Sect, Five Elements Escape Sect, and Shu Sword Pavilion who just disembarked from the Spirit Boat on the island were all stirred, gazing at the peaceful beach and the approaching Longevity Daozi.
The hardships they’d faced in recent months seemed to be deeply soothed at this moment.
“Could it be possible that Longevity Daozi didn’t come to greet us, but to meet senior Gao?”
Someone jokingly teased the hopeful companion beside.
At this time, Gao Lingxiao had already walked up to meet Chen Dengming, performing the traditional Swordsman’s salute, her demeanor poised and dignified.
“Daoist friend Chen!”
She was still dressed in her light-white swordsman’s robe, with an impressive bearing and comely charm.
However, her pitch-black hair, rather than being tied up, was now freely cascading over her back and chest, accentuating her flawless face, defined lips, and shiny black eyes.
Her spirited countenance was unique and attractive.
“Friend Gao!”
Chen Dengming landed and returned the salute.
Seeing Gao Lingxiao, who appeared to have grown thinner and more weary, he sighed deeply within at the passage of time.
Once upon a time, they had fought side by side, bathed in blood and smiting enemies.
The three ‘Daozi’ had dominated the world with their combined power, full of pride and camaraderie.
But now they were all homeless and wandering overseas, their homeland in turmoil due to the war.
Now they faced a change in tide, where the greenery withers in spring and revives in the autumn.
At this reunion, many words were left unsaid and saved for another time.
Chen Dengming looked at the dozen Cultivators, their faces dull with despair, yet brimming with exhilaration and hope for the future.
They were a far cry from the spirited Cultivators of the past.
Evidently, they had suffered the alienation and the beatings of being stranded in the foreign land.
In this aspect, Loose Cultivators seemed to have adapted better.
Chen Dengming instructed Jiang Qiang and others to arrange for the newcomers’ living accommodations right away before making further arrangements.
With Gao Lingxiao’s arrival and alliance, the Longevity Sect had gained another potent Golden Core cultivator for the time being.
Though her strength was slightly inferior to Qiao Zhaoxian’s, her Golden Core initial cultivation base was on par with a mid-stage Golden Core cultivator who lacked the support of a Dao Orthodoxy.
So now, including Chen Dengming, the newly established Longevity Sect had seven Golden Core Great Cultivators— a considerable force that few Sects could match.
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The next night.
The Qiao Zhaoxian, who had insistently searched overseas for an uninhabited land suitable for the Heavenly Dao Sect, returned when he heard the news.
The Golden Trio from the past now fully reunited—two men and a woman—had a long chat late into the night.
“The situation in the Four Regions is severe currently.
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The Shu Sword Pavilion and the Five Elements Escape Sect were able to escape only because their Ancestors made sacrifices and conceded to certain interests.
Now, both of their Ancestors have been called to join the Four Seas Cultivation Alliance, but we have no idea what they wish to discuss…”
Chen Dengming and Qiao Zhaoxian exchanged a glance, not worried about the Deity Transformation Dao Lords.
The Cultivators at that level were no longer limited by territory.
The matter on the table was about the exchange of resources and benefits.
While numerous Nascent Souls needed to serve and transfer due to certain trades of benefits, Deity Transformation Dao Lords would never demean themselves.
At most, they would make temporary compromises for resources.
Gao Lingxiao sighed, “Hualong Sect is suffering.
Even though Senior Qu Shenzong of Qu Shenzong interceded and guaranteed their entry to East Immortal Sea,
Hualong True Monarch had to serve first, and most of the disciples were still left over there serving.
Only when they accumulate enough meritorious service points could they depart…”