CHAPTER 446: CHAPTER 416: XUU QINGCI’S BACKGROUND

The disciples under Elder Jiang’s tutelage are indeed extraordinary.

One of them, Zhao Hanyun, established the Profound Plain Sect over two hundred years ago.

Then, Zhao Hanyun’s junior sister, Xuu Qingci, established the Cold Moon Palace.

Nowadays, Elder Jiang’s last disciple, Liiu Qiumei, is now a Crystallization Stage Great Cultivator, with hopes of breaking through to the Golden Core in the future.

Compared to Zhao Hanyun and Liiu Qiumei, Xuu Qingci’s current strength may be slightly inferior, but her talent is certainly not lacking.

"I wonder, is Elder Liiu Qiumei also your senior sister?"

Observing Xuu Qingci who appeared to be in her early twenties, Lu Zhiwei couldn’t help but ask.

Xuu Qingci is presently at the Foundation Establishment Stage; to be accepted as a disciple by Elder Jiang, her talent must be extraordinary. However, her strength is the weakest among Elder Jiang’s disciples, so in terms of seniority, she should indeed be Liiu Qiumei’s junior sister.

"Yes, Liiu Qiumei is also my senior sister."

"Among our peers, I am ranked third, and below me is a junior sister."

Xuu Qingci revealed her rank within her sect.

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuanshan and Lu Zhiwei suddenly understood, and they increasingly felt that Elder Jiang was an extraordinary person, deserving of the title of the first Loose Cultivator in the Chu Kingdom.

At this moment, Lu Yuanshan was pondering in his heart. Many years ago, when he and his younger sister were very young, their father never mentioned the disciples of Elder Jiang, leading to some confusion until now.

"Elder Jiang has four direct disciples. The first is Senior Sister Zhao Hanyun, second is Senior Sister Liiu Qiumei, and Xuu Qingci is indeed ranked third."

"Below her, ranked fourth, is a woman named Li Shuqin, who should presently be at the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment."

Lu Ping’s voice echoed in the minds of Lu Zhiwei and Lu Yuanshan.

During this conversation with Xuu Qingci, Lu Ping was naturally eavesdropping alongside.

He had quietly slipped through the soundproof restriction, listening intently to their discussion.

Oh, and of course, he was a Consciousness Body, thus the soundproof restriction was ineffective against him, allowing him to come and go as he pleased.

Upon hearing Lu Ping’s communication, there was no longer any doubt about Xuu Qingci’s identity.

Lu Zhiwei relayed in the communication channel the incident where Xuu Qingci recognized the Profound Pure Jade Maiden Heart Scripture, describing it to both Lu Ping and Lu Yuanshan, and informed them of Xuu Qingci’s intentions this visit.

After learning the situation, Lu Ping didn’t say much more. Since Xuu Qingci wanted to inquire, it was best to tell her the truth.

However, the relationship between Zhao Hanyun and Elder Jiang seemed strained, otherwise Zhao Hanyun would not have recorded in her last words the destruction of the Profound Plain Sect at the hands of the Evil Demons from the Demon Abyss when collaborating with the Six Sects of the Profound Sect during the journey to the Demon Abyss.

Afterwards, Zhao Hanyun took the Water and Wood Mini World and the Profound Plain Sect’s inheritance to the Chu Kingdom, yet did not seek out her master, Elder Jiang, at Nine Cold Mountain, indicating there were hidden truths behind the scenes.

The specific reasons might be deciphered through questioning Xuu Qingci.

As for the Cyan Mountain Sect acquiring the Profound Plain Sect’s inheritance and even the Water and Wood Mini World, there was no longer any reason to conceal it, so informing Xuu Qingci was permissible.

On Elder Jiang’s side, with her considerable Divine Techniques, she surely already knew, yet did not instruct the Cyan Mountain Sect to return the Profound Plain Sect inheritance or the Water and Wood Mini World, subtly acknowledging that the inheritance and opportunities now belonged to the Cyan Mountain Sect.

With this thought in mind, Lu Ping informed Lu Zhiwei to answer any questions Xuu Qingci might have honestly, as hiding the truth would be inconsiderate.

After all, with Xuu Qingci being Elder Jiang’s disciple and given Lu Ping’s connection with Elder Jiang, the Cyan Mountain Sect and Cold Moon Palace could be considered allies, continuing a friendly relationship that could be strengthened in the future.

"Sect Leader Xuu, concerning Elder Zhao’s matters, let me elaborate for you."

With Lu Ping’s permission, Lu Zhiwei did not conceal anything, and promptly explained everything to Xuu Qingci, from Zhang Nianchuan’s exploration of the dwelling left by Zhao Hanyun to the Cyan Mountain Sect receiving the Profound Plain Sect’s inheritance, notes left by Zhao Hanyun, and relocation of the Water and Wood Mini World, detailing everything without omission.

Listening intently, Xuu Qingci’s curiosity transformed into a solemn demeanor, eventually giving way to a sigh, her face reflecting a trace of sadness.

Having established the Profound Plain Sect, her visits to Nine Cold Mountain were frequent, with Senior Sister Zhao often coming by to take care of her cultivation and narrate interesting occurrences from the outside world; yet, Senior Sister Zhao had already ascended to immortality.

With this realization, Xuu Qingci’s sorrow surged from within, and she found herself enveloped in a deep melancholy, rendered speechless for quite some time. She appeared much more haggard, no longer possessing the calm and unruffled demeanor she had earlier.

Noting Xuu Qingci’s change in mood, Lu Zhiwei’s gaze softened with empathy, and she gently spoke: "Sect Leader Xuu, this Profound Pure Jade Maiden Heart Scripture was acquired from Elder Zhao’s inheritance."

"You should take a look at Elder Zhao’s last words recorded in the Jade Scroll."

With those words, Lu Zhiwei retrieved a Jade Scroll from her Storage Bag.

This Jade Scroll had been handed over to Lu Zhiwei when Lu Yuanshan initially obtained the Profound Pure Jade Maiden Heart Scripture.

"Thank you."

Receiving the Jade Scroll from Lu Zhiwei, Xuu Qingci quietly thanked her and took a moment to peruse its contents.

After finishing her reading, Xuu Qingci fell into a momentary silence before her lips parted softly.

"The Profound Plain Sect’s destruction at the hands of the Evil Demons from the Demon Abyss, this enmity, I will surely help avenge for Senior Sister Zhao in the future."

The affair of the Demon Abyss documented in the Jade Scroll was something Xuu Qingci had heard about in bits and pieces from her master Elder Jiang, understanding the nature of such a place.

With current capabilities, avenging Zhao Hanyun was beyond reach, hence the necessity to intensify her cultivation efforts moving forward. Moreover, the contents of this Jade Scroll needed to be reported to her master.

Thus, Xuu Qingci voiced a question.

"Fellow Daoist Zhiwei, may I replicate the contents of this Jade Scroll?"

"Sect Leader Xuu, you may take the Jade Scroll; it is, after all, returning to its rightful owner."

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Zhiwei."

Xuu Qingci accepted the Jade Scroll, carefully storing it in her Storage Bag.

Subsequently, Lu Zhiwei continued to ask Xuu Qingci some questions relating to Zhao Hanyun.

After learning of the shared lineage between Zhao Hanyun and Xuu Qingci, both Lu Yuanshan and Lu Zhiwei were immensely curious as to why Zhao Hanyun opted to pass away in her personal cave mansion rather than at Nine Cold Mountain.

Lu Ping, too, was intrigued, prompting Lu Zhiwei to seize the opportunity to inquire.

With a momentary hesitation, Xuu Qingci eventually provided an answer to the question.