Chapter 660: Chapter 443: Understanding Cause and Effect, Seeking the Heart of the Dao

“Zhi Rui, is this where Young Master Lu retreats for cultivation?”

Outside Jiuli Village, Yan Canghai gazed at the ethereal presence before him, utterly stunned.

He had no idea that his jurisdiction harbored such an Immortal Blessed Land.

As for the “Heavenly Elder” beside him, he was even more overwhelmed.

He could faintly sense that this small mountain village was guarded by a powerful array.

As to how powerful that array was, being in the Foundation Establishment Realm, he couldn’t discern it at all.

Realizing this, the “Heavenly Elder” felt a deep sense of relief.

Luckily, he had come personally this time.

Just from the phenomena in the village and the array that he couldn’t even grasp half of,

he knew the person cultivating here was unfathomably deep.

If their Yan Country truly offended this person severely, they might not even know how they were destroyed.

“Indeed, please wait here for a moment. I will go in to pay respects to Young Master Lu. Jiuli Village is protected by an array; outsiders cannot enter at will.”

Lin Zhirui instructed.

“Thank you, Zhi Rui.” Yan Canghai said.

The “Heavenly Elder” also promptly replied: “Thank you, Mr. Zhi Rui.”

Lin Zhirui was about to enter the village when a voice came from inside: “No need to trouble yourself; speak of your matters here.”

As the words fell, the mist before them dispersed, and Lu Qing’s figure emerged from within.

Little Li perched on his shoulder, while the Five Elements Winged Snake followed closely behind.

“Young Master Lu.”

Seeing Lu Qing, Lin Zhirui immediately stepped forward.

He wasn’t surprised that Lu Qing knew of their arrival, with his abilities, escaping his awareness within tens of miles was almost impossible.

What surprised him was that Lu Qing had directly come out of the village.

“Hmm, thank you, Brother Zhirui, for bringing them over.”

Lu Qing nodded and looked towards Yan Canghai and the “Heavenly Elder.”

Young Master Lu?

The “Heavenly Elder” hearing Lin Zhirui’s title, immediately understood that this young man was the person they came to meet.

He intended to step forward to pay respects, but when Lu Qing’s gaze fell upon him, his entire body suddenly felt heavy.

It was as if a giant mountain was pressing down on him, making breathing difficult, his body unbearably heavy, and speech nearly impossible.

What terrified him even more was that Lu Qing’s gaze seemed to be able to perceive everything.

He felt as though all his secrets were laid bare under Lu Qing’s gaze, completely seen through.

“Foundation Establishment Realm? Not bad, nowadays, being able to completely transform True Qi into Spiritual Power, and break through barriers to enter the Foundation Establishment Realm,

your cultivation talent is not bad indeed.”

Lu Qing withdrew his gaze and spoke calmly.

The “Heavenly Elder” instantly felt his body lighten, and without wiping the cold sweat off his forehead, he hurriedly said:

“Your praise is far too flattering. These humble skills of mine are akin to the light of a firefly before you, totally insignificant.”

“Heavenly Elder…”

Beside him, Yan Canghai was stunned by the “Heavenly Elder’s” humble attitude.

Honestly, before today, when he saw “Heavenly Elder” personally escorting the descendants of Li Weitian to Cang County, he was greatly surprised.

The “Heavenly Elder’s” status in the clan was incredibly esteemed, even higher than that of his father.

This time, he personally came to escort Li Weitian’s clan members over.

This made Yan Canghai realize that the clan must have truly listened to him, remarkably valuing this matter.

Yet, he never expected that upon meeting Lu Qing, the “Heavenly Elder” would be so humble.

However, the “Heavenly Elder” felt that his attitude was completely appropriate.

In the path of cultivation, strength is revered.

Just from Lu Qing’s single glance, he felt that the cultivation realm of this individual was immeasurable, far beyond his comprehension.

He even vaguely sensed that the two mutant beasts accompanying Lu Qing were also extremely formidable, capable of posing a lethal threat.

“Alright, there’s no need for pretentiousness here.”

Lu Qing was indifferent to the “Heavenly Elder’s” humility and spoke calmly: “Did your Yan Family complete the task I assigned you?”

“Everything has been carried out as per your will, completely settled!”

The “Heavenly Elder” hastily said: “I’ve safely escorted all descendants of the elder Li Weitian over.

As for your desire for the Ten Thousand Great Mountains, there is absolutely no issue; it’s our honor.

Even if you desire the entire Yan Country, we would willingly offer it with both hands!”

“I have no interest in your Yan Country’s land,” Lu Qing smiled slightly, “I only wish for these Ten Thousand Great Mountains to be a place for my secluded cultivation, without being managed by others.”

“Understood, of course. In the future, none of our Yan Country members will step even half a foot into the Ten Thousand Great Mountains without your permission!”

The “Heavenly Elder” immediately pledged.

“Since that’s settled, I’ll return the people to you.”

With a wave of Lu Qing’s hand, several figures appeared out of thin air, falling to the ground.

It was the elegantly dressed young man and his few Innate Realm guards.

However, at this moment, they were all in poor condition.

Even having been released, they remained bewildered, without any response.

Especially the elegantly dressed young man, his gaze vacant, seemingly soulless.

“Seventh Brother!”

Yan Canghai cried out upon seeing the elegantly dressed young man’s arms missing.

This shout seemed to gradually bring the young man and his companions to their senses.

They looked at Yan Canghai, then around them, and slowly a glimmer of clarity returned to their eyes.

“Fourth Brother, Heavenly Elder? Have we really been released?” the young man muttered.

His eyes filled with disbelief, fearing that what he saw was merely a dream.