eurekapd Chapter 72 Immortal Spirit City
Chapter 72 Immortal Spirit City
Yang Qingfeng saw that Xu Xiaoxiao and the other seven people disappeared with a gust of wind, and then ordered people to search the vicinity. They searched for a whole day but found no trace of them. Just as he was about to report to the sect leader to send more people, he saw the seven people who had disappeared appear below the ark.
"Senior Brother Mu, Junior Sister has finally found you!" She quickly steered the Ark closer to them.
“It’s Senior Brother Qingfeng and the others,” Xu Xiaoxiao replied, waving her hand.
After bringing the ark closer to the group, Yang Qingfeng quickly jumped off the boat and anxiously looked them over, saying, "Are any of you injured? We've been so worried about you all for a day and a night!"
Mu Zhusheng clasped his hands slightly and said, "Junior Brother Qingfeng, it's a long story. We accidentally stumbled into a secret realm and experienced many dangers and challenges. Fortunately, we were able to escape thanks to everyone's concerted efforts."
Xu Xiaoxiao, holding the doll, hopped over and said with a grin, "Senior Brother Qingfeng, you have no idea, there's corrosive river water, monsters with countless tentacles, and a guardian who bewitches people with his songs! But we also got a lot of good stuff."
Tu Minglang wiped the sweat from his forehead and grinned, "Yeah, it was a close call. We almost didn't make it back, but it was a blessing in disguise."
Upon hearing this, Yang Qingfeng sighed with lingering fear, "Fortunately, you are all safe and sound. Please get on the boat quickly, let's hurry on our way. Everyone was very worried about you."
As everyone boarded the ark one by one, Mu Zhusheng looked at the ark's furnishings and asked, "Junior Brother Qingfeng, are there any new changes to this ark?"
As Yang Qingfeng steered the ship, he replied, "This ark has recently undergone some improvements; it's faster and more defensive. By the way, the sect leader heard you were missing and intended to come and search for you personally. If he hadn't been so busy with other matters, he probably would have arrived long ago."
Yuan Mengyao said softly, "It was our fault for causing the sect leader and master to worry. This experience has also made us realize our shortcomings, and we will definitely work harder in our cultivation in the future."
Xu Xiaoxiao nodded vigorously: "Yes, yes, when we get back I'll have to repair Senior Brother's puppet properly. It was quite injured in the battle."
On the ark, everyone rested and shared their insights from the trip to the secret realm. Amidst laughter and anticipation for the future, they slowly sailed towards Immortal Spirit City.
The Flying Ark flew steadily above the sea of clouds for more than ten days before finally approaching Immortal Spirit City.
Immortal City is nestled in the embrace of a vast mountain range, with towering peaks that resemble a solid barrier forged by nature.
Its unique terrain, located at the confluence of several spiritual veins, makes it rich in spiritual energy. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth seems to be a tangible mist, rising gently through the city.
The city is built against the mountain, with buildings arranged in a staggered pattern from the foot of the mountain to the mountainside. The city walls are tall and thick, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura. Above the city gate, the three large characters "Xianling City" are vigorous and powerful, as if they faintly shimmer with spiritual light.
At this time, the grand opening of the Fairy Temple Fair was underway, and the city gate sent gatekeepers to check the waist tags and verify the true identity before allowing passage.
Disciples from various sects flocked to the scene from all directions like a swarm of locusts crossing a river.
The city was bustling with activity, with people coming and going in the streets and alleys.
The streets were lined with stalls selling all kinds of rare spiritual herbs and medicines, unique magical artifacts, mysterious cultivation manuals, and local specialties of spiritual food and drink.
In the distance, a wonderful performance is underway in the square.
Some cultivators displayed exquisite spells, with flames and frost weaving together in the air to create a magnificent spectacle; others commanded mythical birds and beasts, which soared and circled in the air, performing various difficult maneuvers, drawing cheers from the crowd.
Elders and elites from various sects gathered in the main hall of the city to exchange experiences, discuss difficult issues in cultivation, or devise strategies to deal with the recent situation in the cultivation world.
The young disciples wandered around the city, some making new friends, some competing and honing their skills, and others searching for opportunities and treasures that suited them.
The entire Immortal Spirit City was immersed in a joyful, peaceful atmosphere, full of opportunities and challenges, as if a grand carnival of the cultivation world was being passionately staged here.
When Xu Xiaoxiao and her group arrived at the city gate, they were also asked to have their waist tags checked.
"Fellow Daoists, please show your sect badges so we can record them and make things easier for everyone," a man in silver armor stepped forward and politely bowed, asking.
Mu Zhusheng and the other disciples bowed, then said to Xu Xiaoxiao and the others, "Of course, please show your sect tokens, fellow disciples."
After the gatekeepers had recorded everything, they asked the women to enter the city on their own.
Xu Xiaoxiao, holding her senior brother doll, walked happily ahead. "Immortal Spirit City is so beautiful, and there are so many people. There are also many things for sale. Second senior brother, shall we take a look?"
Mu Zhusheng looked at Xu Xiaoxiao with doting eyes, "Let's go to Yunfu Inn first. The sect's Grand Elder and Second Elder have already arrived. Let's go see them first, and then I'll take you out for a stroll later."
"Yes, yes, Second Brother is the best!"
The group arrived at the Floating Cloud Inn, where several sects and factions were seated. Some of them they had seen before at the Huitian Sect disciples' exchange meeting.
"Second Senior Brother, I saw several familiar faces. I wonder if Sister Su from the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion has come."
"This time, all Foundation Establishment disciples from various sects can participate in the Immortal Spirit Temple Fair. If she comes, you will meet her." Mu Zhusheng led everyone to a private room on the second floor.
"Disciple greets the First Elder and Second Elder. We will trouble the elders from now on," Mu Zhusheng and the others bowed in the sect's salute.
The Grand Elder raised his hand slightly, signaling everyone to stand up. He then swept his gentle gaze over everyone and said, "You've all had a long journey. It's good that you've arrived safely. This Immortal Spirit Temple Fair is a great opportunity for us to exchange ideas and learn from other sects."
The Second Elder nodded in agreement and continued, "I have heard that you accidentally stumbled into a secret realm on your journey. Although you experienced hardships, you also gained a lot, which will greatly benefit your growth."
Xu Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "Elder, that secret realm is extremely dangerous, and we haven't been slacking off in our cultivation!"
The Grand Elder looked pleased: "That's good, this is fortunate. There are many activities in the city during the temple fair, so please be careful when you go out. Tomorrow there will be a spell competition among Foundation Establishment disciples from various sects. Zhusheng, you can take your junior brothers and sisters to watch and learn."
Mu Zhusheng respectfully replied, "Yes, Elder, this disciple will certainly lead my fellow disciples to observe carefully and learn from the experience."
Tu Minglang asked excitedly, "Elder, what other activities are planned?"
The Second Elder stroked his beard and smiled, "There will be an auction of spiritual herbs and medicines later. It is said that many thousand-year-old spiritual plants will appear. Such an opportunity is rare. If you can bid for a spiritual herb that is suitable for your cultivation, it will greatly help your cultivation."
Yuan Mengyao asked softly, "Elder, is there anything we need to prepare?"
The elder pondered for a moment and said, "You should first wander around the city and familiarize yourselves with the environment, but you must not cause any trouble. The temple fair is a mixed bag, so don't easily trust others."
Xu Xiaoxiao obediently replied, "Elder, rest assured, we will definitely act carefully."
After everyone finished talking with the elders, Xu Xiaoxiao tugged at Mu Zhusheng's sleeve and said coquettishly, "Second Senior Brother, now that the elders have no more instructions, can we go out for a stroll?"
Mu Zhusheng smiled helplessly: "Alright, but you must stay close to the group and not wander off."
The group left the inn and walked along the bustling street.
Xu Xiaoxiao, like a cheerful little bird, looked around, occasionally picking up small items from the stall to play with. "Second Senior Brother, look how beautiful this spirit ornament is, and the spiritual energy fluctuations on it are so gentle."
Mu Zhusheng glanced at it and said, "Although this ornament has spiritual power, it is not of much help to cultivation. However, if you like it, you may as well buy it."
"No, I still think what my senior brother gave me is better."
As they were talking, they suddenly heard a commotion coming from ahead.
Curious, the crowd stepped forward and saw a group of people gathered around a arena. It turned out that some cultivators were setting up a challenge.
The cultivator on the stage, full of vigor, shouted loudly, "Is there any fellow Daoist who would like to come up and fight me? The winner will receive this spirit jade!"