Yaoqin was incredibly efficient when she got serious. After a brief explanation, she planned to set off directly for the Qingfeng Sect.

Chu Xingchen had no objections to this, as he was merely accompanying her on the case.

Yaoqin had confided in him that it was just a simple intelligence gathering mission to prevent any irreparable damage.

Before the people from Central State arrived, they needed to keep the situation under control.

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The distance from Qingfeng Sect to Yuzhou City was relative; it was naturally considered far for Foundation Establishment cultivators.

However, for Golden Core cultivators, it wasn't far at all, as they could fly without the need for any tools.

Chu Xingchen didn't have any treasures that allowed him to fly. When he came to Yuzhou City, he had to carry his two disciples if he wanted to fly.

Moreover, he had to be on guard against any attacks from Qingfeng Sect, so he decided to walk with his disciples, which slowed them down a bit.

Nonetheless, Li Yingling was quite happy along the way.

Now the situation had reversed, and this time they could be considered as going to cause trouble.

The two of them sped off, and it would take no more than half a day to reach Qingfeng Sect.

In the air, nearing Qingfeng Sect.

Chu Xingchen asked, "Do you plan to go to the sect first or check out that mine?"

Yaoqin replied, "There's no need to alert them. Let's check out the Qingfeng Sect first to see what's going on."

"Let's figure out if it's the entire sect that's lost their minds or just a few individuals."

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Chu Xingchen nodded lightly at her words.

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The Qingfeng Sect's mountain gate was located at the largest spiritual vein in the area, where the spiritual energy was quite abundant.

It was said that this mountain was originally called Bullhead Mountain by the locals.

Because the peaks on both sides of the mountain were particularly high, from a distance, they resembled bull horns.

Following the principle of naming things after what they resemble, the mountain was called Bullhead Mountain, a name that was used for a long time.

However, after Daoist Qingyun, the founder of Qingfeng Sect, established the sect, the name was changed to Qingfeng Mountain.

After all, when asked about the sect's location, one couldn't very well say, "I'm from the Bullhead Mountain Qingfeng Sect," right?

No matter how grand your sect's name is, being located on Bullhead Mountain would make it seem like a small, insignificant sect.

But mountains with spiritual veins that hadn't been claimed were extremely rare.

So even if it was Bullhead Mountain, Daoist Qingyun claimed it first and established the sect there.

As time passed and Qingfeng Sect took root, Bullhead Mountain was successfully renamed.

In front of the Qingfeng Sect's mountain gate stood a towering large white jade archway with three gilded characters—Qingfeng Sect.

Behind the archway, luxurious buildings were constructed on rugged cliffs and precipices.

Chu Xingchen and Yaoqin arrived swiftly, their Golden Core cultivator auras unabated.

The disciple guarding the Qingfeng Sect's mountain gate quickly saw the two Golden Core cultivators hovering outside the gate.

Chu Xingchen glanced over the Qingfeng Sect's mountain gate, then looked down at the guarding disciple:

"Central State, go notify someone in charge to come."

"Please wait, esteemed cultivators!"

The guarding disciple quickly bowed and rushed inside the mountain gate.

Yaoqin sent a mental message to Chu Xingchen, "I'll leave it to you later."

After all, when it came to causing trouble, Chu Xingchen in front of her was clearly much stronger, and in terms of handling matters, Chu Xingchen's abilities were highly regarded by Yaoqin.

Chu Xingchen nodded lightly at her words.

Soon, a middle-aged Golden Core cultivator in black attire flew over.

He bowed and asked, "May I know what brings the esteemed cultivators here?"

[Target: Zheng Xiaofeng]

[Cultivation Level: Early Golden Core]

[Blue Trait: Diplomatic]

[White Trait: Adequate Aptitude]

[White Trait: Steady]

[Black Trait: Short-sighted]

Chu Xingchen used the system to scan the Golden Core cultivator in front of him. With a Diplomatic trait, it was no wonder he was sent out to greet them.

Chu Xingchen said calmly, "We're here on official business. We need your Qingfeng Sect to cooperate."

Zheng Xiaofeng continued to bow and asked, "May I ask what matter requires our Qingfeng Sect's cooperation?"

Chu Xingchen took out the token Yaoqin had given him on the way and showed it to Zheng Xiaofeng, saying coldly, "Everything."

Such an arrogant statement left Zheng Xiaofeng momentarily stunned, and he carefully examined the token Chu Xingchen displayed.

Soon, a sect name surfaced in his mind.

"So, you are esteemed guests from the Tianyan Sect." Zheng Xiaofeng's face instantly lit up with a smile, "No problem, anything you need, feel free to ask. Would you like to come inside for some tea first? We can discuss everything slowly."

Seeing Zheng Xiaofeng's face change so quickly, Chu Xingchen truly understood what it meant to be diplomatic.

However, since Chu Xingchen had never been to Central State, he didn't understand the weight the Tianyan Sect carried that made Zheng Xiaofeng change his attitude so swiftly.

Thinking of this, Chu Xingchen silently glanced at Yaoqin beside him and sent a mental message:

"Is your sect really that prestigious?"

Yaoqin quickly replied:

"In Central State, it's a decent sect, but in the eyes of these people, it's a giant."

This response was quite honest.

Chu Xingchen and Yaoqin accepted Zheng Xiaofeng's invitation.

With a bright smile, Zheng Xiaofeng led them into the magnificent main hall.

On either side of the main hall stood a disciple. As Zheng Xiaofeng passed one of them, he instructed:

"Go call the Sect Master and gather all the elders you can."

The disciple quickly acknowledged and left.

This was not done through mental messaging, so both Chu Xingchen and Yaoqin heard it.

Zheng Xiaofeng bowed and said, "Please, have a seat."

Seats were arranged on both sides of the main hall. Chu Xingchen casually sat on the left side.

Yaoqin took a seat on another chair beside Chu Xingchen.

As soon as they sat down, two female disciples entered from outside the hall, each carrying a pot of tea.

They placed the pots on the tables beside the two guests and then retreated together.

Zheng Xiaofeng sat on the right side, smiling, "This is Qingfeng Sect's special Qingfeng Tea, nourished by spiritual energy."

"It might not compare to what you usually drink, but it should have its own unique flavor."

Chu Xingchen and Yaoqin showed no reaction to Zheng Xiaofeng's promotion, seemingly uninterested in the tea.

Zheng Xiaofeng could only smile awkwardly.

But the awkwardness didn't last long.

Soon, an elderly man with white hair entered the hall, followed by three Golden Core elders in black uniforms.

The white-haired elder quickly locked his gaze on Chu Xingchen and Yaoqin, smiling:

"Are you the esteemed guests from Central State? I am the Sect Master of Qingfeng Sect."

Chu Xingchen glanced over the white-haired elder, then focused intently on one of the elders behind him.

Shangguan Hong faced Chu Xingchen's piercing gaze with a heavy expression.

Damn it.

This kid really is from Central State?

Could he have come specifically to settle a score with me?