Chapter 1046: Isn’t This A Treasure Delivered To Ou

The flying vessel traversed the ancient corridor, parting the sea of stars and clouds as it sped away.

Ripples spread through the void, and half a day later, it arrived at Lan Star.

The vessel landed on a misty, immortal island. A vast square was filled with figures, and as Qing Yin Xianyun stepped out of the vessel, it caused a stir.

"The Holy Maiden has returned!"

"As expected of our Moon God Pavilion's Holy Maiden! In just half a month, she has eradicated the demonic forces of Yun Star!"

"Those remnants of the demonic race are not worthy of being mentioned in the same breath as our Moon God Pavilion!"

"Welcome, Holy Maiden!"

Countless young men and women lined the sides, their eyes filled with admiration.

Qing Yin Xianyun walked forward indifferently, her graceful figure stepping out of the crowd. She passed by towering palaces, her plain, floor-length gown brushing past countless gazes, still as unattainable as ever.

The two attendants dared not follow further and waited in the square.

Under the gaze of the crowd.

The solitary figure ascended the ninety-nine long steps, stopping before the grand hall at the peak of the immortal island.

The sea of clouds churned, and the moonlight painted a picturesque scene.

Qing Yin Xianyun stood outside the hall, her hands clasped in a respectful gesture, her head slightly bowed as she waited.

"Reporting to Master, your disciple has returned."

A calm, aged voice echoed from within the hall.

"Enter."

Qing Yin Xianyun stepped into the hall, walking forward several dozen steps. A radiant light flickered in her hands as she held up a dazzling celestial weapon.

"Reporting to Master, your disciple has come to return the Moon God Sword."

Behind the beaded curtain, the figure seated on the long chair responded indifferently.

"Hmm, you truly have not disappointed me."

With a wave of the long sleeve, the Moon God Sword transformed into a streak of light and was drawn back into the cloud-like sleeve.

This figure was the true master of the Moon God Sword, the current master of the Moon God Pavilion, a figure of considerable renown across Lan Star.

Words of praise followed, tinged with a hint of surprise.

"Yun'er, your journey to Yun Star went even more smoothly than I had anticipated. It seems that your recent seclusion has brought you many new insights."

Qing Yin Xianyun nodded and responded truthfully.

"Reporting to Master."

"This trip to Yun Star was successful thanks to the assistance of a powerful figure from Yun Star. It was only with his help that I was able to destroy the Star Gate."

The Moon God Pavilion Master slowly raised his eyes.

"Yun Star has been through a bloody war ten thousand years ago. What powerful figure could still remain there?"

Qing Yin Xianyun's face showed reverence, and her tone became more respectful.

"Reporting to Master, although Yun Star's talents have dwindled, its foundations are indeed extraordinary. During our journey, we encountered a senior named Yi Feng, who also possesses a celestial weapon!"

The figure behind the curtain paused, and the tone grew even more surprised.

"A celestial weapon... truly? What is his cultivation level?"

Qing Yin Xianyun's eyes showed awe.

"Absolutely true."

"Senior Yi Feng indeed possesses a celestial weapon. As for his cultivation level... I beg Master's forgiveness, but my cultivation is too shallow to discern it clearly. I can only infer that Senior Yi's cultivation is close to the Heavenly Tier."

The hall fell into silence.

After several breaths, the Moon God Pavilion Master couldn't help but praise.

"To think that Yun Star still has such a figure. This is truly surprising. That you were able to befriend him in advance is a gain. In the future, we can bring him into our Moon God Pavilion and offer him a position as an elder. It would not be a loss for him."

Qing Yin Xianyun's face lit up with joy, and she quickly bowed in gratitude.

"Thank you, Master. I have indeed made an agreement with Senior Yi to invite him to Lan Star for a visit in the future."

The Moon God Pavilion Master nodded in satisfaction, a faint glimmer of joy in his eyes.

Suddenly, those deep eyes turned cold.

He glanced indifferently toward the hall's entrance.

"Who dares eavesdrop on my words?"

The voice carried a chill, and an overwhelming pressure swept out like a gale, leaving no corner untouched!

Even Qing Yin Xianyun, who was merely brushed by the pressure, felt a chill run through her body.

That suffocating, terrifying pressure almost rendered her immobile. Even as the Holy Maiden of the Moon God Pavilion, the admired prodigy, the gap between her and her master was as vast as heaven and earth.

Outside the hall.

Elder Xiong Fen's gaze wandered, as if he was deep in thought.

Suddenly, the overwhelming pressure engulfed him, and his expression turned grim. His blood and qi churned, and he had no choice but to grit his teeth and step forward, bowing respectfully.

"Pavilion Master, forgive me! This old man had no intention of eavesdropping. I merely have important sect matters to report!"

Seeing the plump elder's face, the Moon God Pavilion Master waved his sleeve.

Whoosh!

Instantly, the oppressive pressure in the hall dissipated.

Both Qing Yin Xianyun and the newcomer breathed a sigh of relief, as if they had just survived a calamity.

A deep voice, hard to discern in tone, rang out again, but the terrifying pressure grew even more intense.

"What is it?"

Just two words, cold and domineering, a stark contrast to the earlier warmth and calmness. The air in the hall grew even colder.

Elder Xiong Fen respectfully presented a scroll from his sleeve, bowing his head.

"Reporting to Pavilion Master."

"The list of newly promoted inner sect disciples has been tentatively decided. Please review it, Pavilion Master."

The Moon God Pavilion Master pointed a finger, and the scroll flew steadily into the beaded curtain.

Then came a cold command.

"You may leave."

Elder Xiong Fen dared not speak further and quickly bowed before exiting the hall.

Only after descending the ninety-nine long steps did his plump figure relax. Wiping the cold sweat from his temples, he let out a long breath.

"Whew..."

Although the difference in cultivation wasn't vast, the Moon God Pavilion Master's secret techniques and the celestial weapon's power made it impossible for him to contend. Even as an elder in name, his status was far inferior to that of the Holy Maiden.

Swallowing his frustration, he walked forward, his thoughts in turmoil.

Yun Star actually has a celestial weapon?

Elder Xiong Fen's mind kept replaying what he had just heard.

As he crossed the square, he noticed Hu Weifang, a young disciple who had returned with the Holy Maiden.

This disciple had been gaining favor recently and had accompanied the Holy Maiden to Yun Star. Perhaps he could glean some information...

A glint of curiosity flashed in Elder Xiong Fen's eyes as he calmly approached.

With his hands behind his back, he spoke in a friendly, concerned tone.

"Ahem."

"Little Hu, returning to the sect in just half a month means the journey went smoothly. Truly, the younger generation is formidable."

Hu Weifang, having learned his lesson from the Yun Star expedition, felt a surge of pride at the elder's praise but dared not let it go to his head. His words were far more humble than before.

"Not at all, not at all."

"Elder, you flatter me. It was all due to the Holy Maiden's wise leadership. Elder Xu and I merely followed orders. We dare not claim any credit."

As he spoke, a hint of emotion flickered in Hu Weifang's eyes.

"To be honest, it was all thanks to the help of a senior expert."

So there really was an expert!

Elder Xiong Fen's eyes gleamed with hidden interest, but he feigned disbelief, provoking Hu Weifang.

"An expert?"

"Ha, Yun Star has been isolated for ten thousand years. How could it compare to Lan Star? What kind of expert could there be? The expert you speak of probably hasn't even seen a celestial weapon..."

His tone was filled with pride, much like Hu Weifang's former self.

But after witnessing Senior Yi Feng's cultivation and demeanor, Hu Weifang had grown considerably. He didn't mock Elder Xiong Fen's ignorance but instead chuckled lightly with a hint of感慨.

"Elder, you are mistaken. To be honest, that expert indeed possesses a celestial weapon!"

Having confirmed this, Elder Xiong Fen's eyes lit up, but he maintained his composure, pretending to scoff.

"How is that possible? You must be mistaken, young man."

Hu Weifang explained earnestly, his eyes filled with reverence. "I swear on my life, it's absolutely true!"

"Yun Star may have declined, and ordinary saints are considered top-tier fighters there. But Senior Yi Feng is an exception. We were fortunate to have his divine blade assist us in breaking the demonic formation and destroying the Star Gate."

"After this journey, I truly understand what it means to know that there is always someone greater."

Elder Xiong Fen's heart burned with excitement, and the glint in his eyes was almost impossible to hide.

Yun Star actually has a celestial weapon...

On that backward, isolated planet, saints are considered high-level fighters. With a celestial weapon in hand, one could indeed dominate, and the wielder could be considered an expert.

But now that the ancient corridor has been reopened, Yun Star will inevitably attract the attention of many powerful beings from other stars. An expert with a celestial weapon there is like a three-year-old child walking through a bustling market with a bar of gold.

Sooner or later, it will fall into someone else's hands.

And now that he had learned of this first, wasn't this a treasure delivered right into his hands? With a celestial weapon, he would have the means to leave the Moon God Pavilion and no longer have to kowtow to others!

Elder Xiong Fen's heart raced, and the smile on his face was almost impossible to suppress.

"So that's how it is..."

"It seems I was too narrow-minded. I have urgent matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now."

With a casual excuse, he left steadily.

Upon returning to his elegant courtyard, Elder Xiong Fen's pace quickened, and the smile on his face could no longer be contained. He rushed into the alchemy room!

"Son, we have a great opportunity!"

Xiong Zhong, who was in the middle of refining pills, looked up with a soot-covered, confused face.

"Huh? Father, what opportunity?"

Elder Xiong Fen's face was full of pride as he leaned in with a mysterious smile.

"Heh, I've learned the whereabouts of a celestial weapon. Wouldn't you call that a great opportunity?"

The moment the words left his mouth.

Xiong Zhong's face turned pale, and he jumped up in shock!

"A celestial weapon?!!!"

His loud exclamation startled Elder Xiong Fen, who immediately turned pale!