Chapter 35 Qingyang Sect,Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object)

Chen Qingyuan was merely 30-6 years of age, yet his foundation had already been solidified. Should he obtain this Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object) and successfully build his foundation, his future would be truly boundless—perhaps even holding the potential to break through to the Zi Mansion realm.

"It seems our Chen family's fortunes have turned these past few years."

Fourth Elder Chen Qingyuan laughed heartily:

"Now that the external debts are cleared and the clan's deficit is eliminated, once the Clan Leader recovers from his injuries, we can resume the 5 Elements Essence business at Celestial Ruins Mountain (Location). Then we'll gradually repay what we owe our clansmen."

"If Qing Yuan succeeds in establishing his foundation, the Azure Sun Sect will have an insider for us. Perhaps we could even find a way to claim a share of the tax dividends from Yuyang Market."

Chen Qingyuan envisioned the future development of their clan, yet Third Elder’s expression remained grim.

Eldrin was adept at reading people. With a single glance at the Third Elder’s expression, his heart sank slightly. “Is something troubling you?” he inquired.

"Uncle Lior, you seem to have more to say?"

"Sigh..."

The Third Elder let out a sigh and handed a letter to Eldrin (Person Name).

"You'd better see for yourselves."

Eldrin took the letter and skimmed through it hastily, his eyes revealing a grave expression.

The Second Elder took 1 look at his expression and sensed trouble. He snatched the letter, and soon it had been passed around for all to read. The hot-tempered Fourth Elder erupted in fury on the spot.

"The Azure Sun Sect has gone too far, far beyond the bounds of decency!"

"Do they truly have no shame left?"

Everyone’s expressions darkened. No wonder the Fourth Elder had lost his composure—the Azure Sun Sect was truly throwing their weight around.

In the letter Chen Qingyuan had sent this time, the matter of the Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object) was indeed mentioned. However, the letter revealed that the Qingyang Sect (Organization) had once again deceived the Chen Immortal Clan (Organization).

According to the promise made by the Verdant Sun Sect at the time, they would compensate the Chen Immortal Clan (Organization) for half their losses. By all reasoning, this compensation should be 1 Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object).

If this distribution method were followed, Chen Qingyuan would directly receive 1 Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object).

But now, the Zifu Elder of the Qingyang Sect responsible for distributing Foundation Establishment Pills (Spiritual Object) had a change of heart. He converted 1 Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object) into 10,000 points of sect contribution.

Although the founding patriarch of the Verdant Sun Sect had long established the fixed rule of exchanging 10,000 sect contribution points for 1 Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object), this matter concealed profound intricacies.

That Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object), though valued at 10,000 contribution points, couldn't necessarily be obtained even with 10,000 sect contribution points.

Several years ago, in order to acquire a Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object) from Celestial Ruins Mountain (Location), the Chen Clan spent over 30,000 spirit stones at a steep premium to successfully outbid numerous competitors at auction.

In the Qingyang Sect, 1 could purchase a Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object) by exchanging 10,000 spirit stones for contribution points.

Although this internal price was significantly lower, its affordability meant many more people could redeem it. However, the Yangqing Sect's supply of Foundation Establishment Pills (Spiritual Object) was limited.

Thus, to eliminate the weak and select the cultivators with the highest probability of building their foundation, the Qingyang Sect added a mission requirement to the conditions for exchanging the Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object).

To exchange for a Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object), 1 must complete a mission to slay a Foundation Establishment-stage demonic beast.

"Alright, there's no need for anger." The Third Elder shook his head, unable to suppress a sigh. "The Verdant Sun Sect's actions likely mean someone has taken notice of our Chen family's Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object)."

"Do they truly have no regard for reason at all?"

Chen Qingwan gritted her teeth, her eyes blazing with fury. "Either we take this matter to Celestial Ruins Mountain (Location) and ask Patriarch Jiang to settle this for us."

"Although Patriarch Jiang is a righteous man, he is ultimately merely a Violet Mansion cultivator."

The Second Elder wore a troubled expression. "After all, we share no ties of kinship with her—how can we repeatedly have her stand up for us?"

"Besides, it has been 60 years since it happened. Who knows how many still remember?"

"The Green Sun Sect is a powerful force. If we truly escalate this matter, forget about whether anyone would intervene—how would Qing Yuan ever show his face in the Green Sun Sect again?"

Eldrin (Person Name) listened in silence, feeling a surge of stifled indignation welling within his chest.

He cast a glance at the crowd, suppressing his resentment deep within, and finally spoke:

"They hold the upper hand, and we are powerless to resist. The only thing we can do now is find a way to help Uncle Qingyuan complete his mission."

His words trailed off as he turned to the Third Elder. "Can our Grand-Uncle take action?"

Lior shook his head: "After obtaining the Meridian-Nourishing Elixir, the clan leader immediately entered seclusion to heal his wounds. Disturbing him now would likely undo all the progress we've made."

"Then we shall not disturb him." Eldrin declared, "Let us few devise a means to assist Uncle Qingyuan in completing his mission."

Everyone exchanged glances, then finally nodded in agreement.

Although Foundation Establishment beasts are powerful, their spiritual intelligence is not high, and their methods lack the sharpness and dominance of human Foundation Establishment cultivators.

If multiple Ninth Layer Qi Refining cultivators joined forces and set up a formation, it would not be impossible to contend with them.

Moreover, Eldrin possessed a Crimson Iron Blade Embryo, an artifact capable of severely injuring Foundation Establishment-level demonic beasts. At a critical moment, it might deliver the decisive blow.

Since the decision was made, Third Elder declared resolutely, "If we are to take action, we must coordinate thoroughly and ensure the highest chance of success."

"In order to raise spirit stones, I had to sell my Green Spirit Sword magic treasure back then, and now I need to acquire a new 1."

As he spoke, his gaze fell upon Eldrin (Person Name): "I know you're the wealthiest in the clan, so I'll have to borrow a bit from you."

Eldrin nodded and retrieved several magical artifacts from his storage pouch: a set of Twin Flying Daggers, a Crimson Glow Ruler, and a cyan-hued ritual sword.

These 3 sets of magical tools were all obtained when he explored the ancient cultivator's cave abode and slain those few practitioners. Each was a top-grade, first-tier magical instrument.

Among these sets of magical instruments, the ritual sword was somewhat lacking in power, while the Crimson Glow Ruler and the Paired Flying Daggers proved truly extraordinary.

Unfortunately, Eldrin had already reached his limit controlling the few magical instruments at his disposal. Manipulating any more would overwhelm both his spiritual sense and true essence. Now was the perfect time to distribute these among the others.

Looking at the magical artifacts before him, the Third Elder immediately picked up the Twinblades of Matriarch and Progeny. This set of artifacts possessed extraordinary power, perfectly complementing his primary affinity for the metal element spiritual roots.

Fourth Elder Chen Qingyuan picked up the Crimson Glow Ruler, his face brimming with unconcealed delight, while the final spellsword ultimately fell into Chen Qingwan’s hands.

As for the Second Elder, he declined the offer. He possessed a magical treasure called the Scarlet Copper Demon-Slaying Shuttle, a weapon of extraordinary power, leaving him in no want of offensive artifacts.

After each of them had obtained their magical instruments, the Third Elder said with a smile, "If we bring the Blazing Sun Heavenly Fire Formation Flags and borrow the Bell of 9 Echoes (Magic Treasure) from the Grand Elder, we should have some confidence for this journey."

Eldrin nodded in agreement as well. The Blazing Sun Heavenly Fire Banner was a set of array artifacts forged by the clan leader in imitation of Pingyang City’s city defense grand formation.

This was a second-tier, low-grade killing array composed of 6 Blazing Fire Banners. If 6 Qi Refining, 9th Layer cultivators jointly activated it, they could barely contend against a Foundation Establishment, Early Stage cultivator.

In truth, the clan leader had originally spent a fortune to forge 2 sets of the Blazing Sun Heavenly Fire Formation Flags. However, to escort the Foundation Establishment Pill (Spiritual Object), 1 set was destroyed in that very battle.

The Bell of 9 Echoes (Magic Treasure) was a low-grade, second-tier defensive artifact. When activated, it could withstand an attack from a Foundation Establishment cultivator for a brief moment.