Following that, a stunningly beautiful figure slowly appeared on the Rainbow Bridge.
She seemed to be about twenty-five or twenty-six years old with arched sword-like eyebrows, bright eyes like paintings, a proudly upturned nose, and an expression of cold detachment.
Her ink-black long hair, tied simply in a high ponytail, seemed somewhat inappropriate for such a grand occasion.
Tall and slender, with sharp, powerful shoulders, she was dressed in a modest yet luxurious blue-cloud-patterned Daoist robe.
On her snowy back, she carried a deep blue magical sword exuding faint chills, making her whole aura icy and aloof.
In that instant, everyone’s gaze in the venue turned toward this woman.
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Each gaze showed a mix of surprise, astonishment, admiration, respect, reverence, affection, and more!
Everyone knew that this woman was the newly promoted Nascent Soul Immortal of Qingyun Sect, True Person Qingyi!
Yet, apart from the disciples of Qingyun Sect, ninety percent of Cultivators who came to congratulate her had never seen Chu Qingyi.
Seeing her today, they were immediately struck with awe!
It was unexpected that Fairy Qingyi, so young, had not only achieved Core Formation but also possessed such an exceptional celestial grace!
“I bow to True Person Qingyi! Congratulations on your ascension to Core Formation!”
“I bow to True Person Qingyi! Congratulations on your ascension to Core Formation!”
“I bow to True Person Qingyi! Congratulations on your ascension to Core Formation!”
The crowd around dared not look too much and quickly bowed their heads and bent their bodies to give their congratulations, loudly.
Lu Changsheng also bent down to salute.
But subconsciously, he smelled his palm, remembering his first encounter with her.
In response to everyone’s congratulations, Chu Qingyi did not reciprocate but accepted them calmly.
After all, as a Nascent Soul Cultivator, she was indeed nobler than those at the Foundation Establishment!
The difference between them was essential to life!
This difference was even greater than the gap between Energy Refining and Foundation Establishment!
An Energy Refining Cultivator who breaks through to Foundation Establishment could establish a Family and become a patriarch.
But if one breaks through to Core Formation, it would be a leap in life, enjoying a lifespan of five hundred years, establishing sects, watching the world’s changes, from thriving seas to desolate fields.
If one establishes a Family, they become a Great Clan!
Soon after, Chu Qingyi walked from the Rainbow Bridge into the grand hall at the end of the square.
Cultivators on the Dao Platform also entered the hall.
Those who could enter the hall were either true inheritors of Qingyun Sect, at least at False Core, Core Formation True Immortal, or were otherwise of extraordinary status.
”Tsk, tsk, this is truly a grand ceremony.”
Lu Changsheng felt quite emotional as he viewed the scene unfolding before him.
He remembered the Talisman Master Ceremony held by the Lu Family of Qingzhu Mountain for him those years ago.
Comparing the two, his ceremony was hardly fit to be called grand; calling it a small celebration would have been generous.
“When I break through to Nascent Soul someday, I can hold a grand ceremony, releasing the Nine Netherhound, the Heavenly Demon Phoenix just for show, and even bring in some Dao Soldiers for a parade.”
Lu Changsheng thought wistfully.
It is said that wealth and honor do not return to one’s hometown like walking in brocade at night.
If I reach the pinnacle of the Cultivation World without concerns, then I can really show off.
But Foundation Establishment, Core Formation and such, ensure everything is safe.
“However, Qingyun Sect is quite generous; the food, Spirit Fruits, Spiritual Wine, and Spirit Meals these days are quite rare.”
Lu Changsheng looked at the food and drinks on the table and picked up the chopsticks.
At this point, many people started drinking and chatting, discussing True Person Qingyi.
“I heard True Person Qingyi is not yet a hundred years old, simply astonishing.”
“Not only that, I heard that True Person Qingyi condensed a Superior Gold Core!”
“Sss, Superior Gold Core, doesn’t that mean she has the potential for Nascent Soul?”
“Alas, I’m already a hundred years old but still stuck in the Initial Stage of Foundation Establishment…”
“I wonder what kind of Dao Companion True Person Qingyi wants to find in the future.”
“You should stop dreaming about such out-of-reach aspirations.”
“Being able to break through to Core Formation at such a young age means she’s wholly dedicated to cultivation. I heard True Person Qingyi’s master, Caiyun True Immortal, was the same, breaking through to Core Formation before a hundred and now has an illustrious reputation.”
“Both the master and disciple achieving Core Formation is indeed a good story!”
“I heard that Caiyun True Immortal has another disciple who, although still young, is also extraordinarily talented and has the potential for Core Formation!”
Many voiced their wistful admiration and envy.
After all, for ninety percent of the people present, Core Formation was something they could only aspire to.
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The ceremony concluded after three days, and the guests dispersed.
“I have a few friends in Qingyun Sect, just the right time to visit them.”
Lu Changsheng did not go back with Lu Yuanzhong, Bai Yunyang, and others.
He planned to meet Xiao Xi Yue and Zhao Qingqing.
During these days, the guests were not allowed to wander freely, so he hadn’t visited the two ladies.
“If that’s the case, Lu Daoist, we will head back.”
Lu Yuanzhong and Bai Yunyang, along with a few other elders, showed envy in their words.
They had heard that Lu Changsheng was acquainted with Fairy Xi Yue of Qingyun Sect.
And that he had formed a Dao Companion with a Foundation Establishment disciple from Qingyun Sect.
Such relationships made them exceedingly envious.
“Uncle, fellow Daoists, take care, and feel free to visit Bihu Lake Mountain when you’re free.”
Lu Changsheng was very polite.
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He always followed the principle of not offending others unless they offended him first. As long as the other party was respectful, he favored peaceful relations.
After all, he had a family to consider, so maintaining these social relationships was necessary.
He couldn’t act like a Loose Cultivator, overly solitary.
He took out a Yin-Yang Sensing Talisman and sent a message to Xiao Xi Yue.
Before long, clad in a moon-white dress, with an elegant and noble demeanor, Xiao Xi Yue arrived.
“Changsheng.”
Xiao Xi Yue’s eyes revealed tenderness and warmth.
Since they were still in Qingyun Sect, they didn’t immediately express their longing upon seeing each other.
Additionally, Xiao Xi Yue mentioned she had matters to attend to and would soon accompany her senior sister, Chu Qingyi, to the Luoyun Mountain Range.
“Going to the Luoyun Mountain Range?”