Chapter 745 - 535: Commendation and Reward

Chapter 745: Chapter 535: Commendation and Reward

Flying in the sky is a radiant Cloud Chariot, its frame crafted from purple gold, and its walls carved from white jade, adorned with various talismans and embellished with multicolored gemstones, exhibiting layer upon layer of flickering light. Particularly striking is the man-sized Treasure Pearl atop the chariot, emitting radiant light, with intricate runes blossoming from its glow and dispersing into the air.

Pulling the Cloud Chariot are four Dragon Steeds, exotic beasts. They have the bodies of horses and heads of dragons, their scales glinting as their four hooves sprint through the air, treading upon clusters of clouds, with lengthy dragon whiskers dancing, spurts of cloud energy exhaling from their nostrils.

Where the Cloud Chariot passes, it leaves a lasting trail of colored rays in the sky, truly a spectacular sight with dazzling glimmer and impressive might, inspiring awe and admiration in the hearts of onlookers.

From the establishment at Minglong Mountain and the control of New Castle, Yunshan Sect has been centered around the Tao Brothers, vigorously developing the artifact refining industry, thereby teaching Lu Qian a wealth of knowledge about treasure artifact materials and refining techniques. Thus, he immediately recognizes that this Cloud Chariot is crafted from many rare materials used in making magical treasures, possessing not only a magnificent outer appearance but also hidden wonders.

Each Dragon Steed pulling the chariot is remarkably majestic, with spiritual pressure akin to Foundation Establishment Cultivation, already at the level of demon cultivators, though their bloodline is unique, hindering them from taking on an illusion form.

Despite having recently expressed disdain toward Miaomiao Profound Monarch, seeing this Dragon Steed Cloud Chariot, one cannot but marvel at the profound foundation of the Primordial Spirit Sect, opulent and well-resourced, envied by Yunshan Sect at present.

Seated in the chariot, atop the frame, are two Foundation Establishment Feather Scholars, one holding the reins as if to steer, the other poised upright, their voice resonating across the sky.

"The Provincial Envoy of Xuanwei Sect brings the decree from Miaomiao Profound Monarch to commend Yunshan Sect!"

This isn’t merely a slogan shouted upon arrival at Yunshan Sect; instead, since departing the mountain gate of Xuanwei Sect, this Feather Scholar has been loudly proclaiming it, announcing to the four directions, showcasing the vast grace of Cangzhou’s ruler and the distinguished honor granted to Yunshan Sect.

This ceremony is extraordinary, and it’s quite impressive how the Feather Scholar manages to articulate such a lengthy and tongue-twisting phrase smoothly.

Lu Qian ordered the grand array to be opened, flying up with Wang Yu to welcome them, as the Cloud Chariot firmly stopped at the fringe of the array.

Lu Qian saluted: "Lu Qian, the Yunshan Sect Leader, greets the Upper Envoy. Apologies for not welcoming you from afar. Please, Upper Envoy, come inside to rest."

However, the principal envoy within the Cloud Chariot remained motionless, and the two Feather Scholars steering the chariot sat still, not moving a muscle. Lu Qian waited for a while, yet neither side showed any sign of movement.

This...a thought crossed Lu Qian’s mind, but he found it quite amusing. Surely, the envoy wouldn’t start demanding bribes before even entering the gate?

Uncertain about Xuanwei Sect’s customs, Lu Qian could only chuckle: "Envoy, after such a tiresome journey, please come inside to relax. We have prepared a token of appreciation."

Seeing that Lu Qian hadn’t grasped the meaning, the Feather Scholar responsible for the announcements coughed lightly.

"Sect Leader Lu, you welcome the Upper Envoy with only one disciple?"

Lu Qian immediately understood; they were dissatisfied with the inadequacy of the welcoming ceremony.

He felt somewhat speechless, but regardless of the envoy’s cultivation, they represent the leadership of Cangzhou’s Xuanwei Sect, which Yunshan Sect cannot afford to underestimate. If they intend to stage a grand display of sovereign majesty and the vassal’s profound gratitude, he had no choice but to cooperate.

Thus, Lu Qian hastily said: "It’s our sect’s lack of etiquette. Our apologies, our apologies. Please, Upper Envoy, wait for a moment."

He and Wang Yu returned to the mountain, immediately assembling all elders and key figures; any who weren’t injured to the point of immobility were summoned, organizing them accordingly.

Jiang Qingfeng listened and clicked his tongue: "Isn’t this a bit too ostentatious?"

Lu Qian laughed: "If they want a display, we’ll give them a display. This is nothing; mortal ceremonial receptions can be ten times more elaborate. So long as this envoy is satisfied, and Miaomiao Profound Monarch is pleased, it’s enough."

With the decree, disciples across Minglong Mountain paused their tasks, arranging according to Lu Qian’s instructions. The mountain was soon bustling with radiant light and rising mist.

After the duration of one incense stick, nine chimes tolled across Minglong Mountain, casting silence across the wilderness.

Suddenly, clouds billowed from the mountain, and a fifty-zhang-long massive body soared into the sky, with its emerald scales shimmering in sunlight; it was the Ming Snake Daoist Soldier. Its six wings vibrated, with fiery red light flowing from its abdomen to its throat, then it opened its mouth and spewed, a blaze exploding into an enormous firework engulfing the firmament.

As the firework faded, the Five Elements Grand Array parted, revealing two neat and orderly formations of disciples, each composed of one hundred Inner Sect disciples wearing Yunshan attire and with Silver Feathers hanging from their arms.

Lu Qian and Wu Yan led a group of Foundation Establishment Feather Scholars, bowing to greet before the formations.

"Lu Qian, Sect Leader of Yunshan Sect, along with all disciples, humbly welcomes the Upper Sect’s celestial envoy!"

As soon as the words fell, starry brilliance sparkled across the two Inner Sect formations, silver light flowing, forming the Vast Sea Stars Grand Array. In the next moment, the flowing Star Force consolidated in mid-air, laying a silver shining carpet, stretching from the Dragon Steed Cloud Chariot to the front of Minglong Mountain’s main hall.

Amidst the different thoughts of Lu Qian and all disciples awaiting, the envoy inside the Cloud Chariot finally spoke, displaying a gentle female voice.

"Thank you."

The four Dragon Steeds neighed loudly, pulling the Cloud Chariot onto the starry light carpet, slowly proceeding inward. Lu Qian and Wu Yan led the way, with the other Foundation Establishment experts following from afar.