Adding Friends Can Make Me Stronger

As the first light of dawn broke, the sky was filled with rosy hues.

Creak…

Meng Changqing pushed the door open and stepped out.

At this moment, his aura was full and he seemed to have successfully broken through, entering the fourth stage, and even progressed a little further.

Comprehending the sea pill was like a barrier on this level, but now that the barrier was gone, progress was smooth and unhindered.

The challenge from yesterday had ended, and the spectators who had gathered from all directions began to leave one after another.

Consequently, Dongming Lake became a bit quieter.

Meng Changqing went straight to Mo Yunling’s residence.

He needed to inquire about the situation regarding True Essence.

“True Essence?” Mo Yunling’s smile froze on her face.

She thought Meng Changqing had come to her to enjoy the scenery of Dongming Lake.

Who knew he would be so serious and ignorant of romantic feelings.

But this thought only flashed through her mind and was immediately dismissed.

She said seriously, “Although I haven’t reached the realm of cultivation, I’ve heard my master say that True Essence is the transformation of True Qi.

“To make a simple analogy, True Qi is like the water vapor between heaven and earth, while True Essence is like a denser rain.

“So the power of True Essence far exceeds that of True Qi, and martial arts powered by True Essence are even more terrifying.”

Upon hearing this, Meng Changqing nodded, a hint of joy flashing in his eyes.

Indeed, his thoughts from yesterday were correct; that drop of golden liquid was indeed True Essence!

The ‘Linglong Daluo Tian’ technique was truly terrifying.

It actually allowed cultivators to possess True Essence in the Sea Cleaving Realm, albeit for a short period.

Still, it was quite formidable.

In fact, ‘Linglong Daluo Tian’ was very difficult to cultivate. Like the ‘Dark Sea Returning to Origin Technique’, it required many different types of resources, which were rare and precious.

Even ordinary cultivators, let alone sect disciples or geniuses, might not be able to cultivate it.

Especially the last level, Meng Changqing hadn’t even heard of the resources needed for it.

“I hope my luck can continue, and I can get more proficiency cards,” Meng Changqing thought to himself.

He was able to progress so quickly thanks to proficiency cards.

This thing saved time, effort, and worry!

After regaining his thoughts, Meng Changqing asked Mo Yunling about the details of the Dao Creation Realm.

Naturally, Mo Yunling was forthcoming with information, greatly benefiting Meng Changqing.

A moment later…

“Thank you, Senior Sister Mo, for clearing up my doubts. I have other matters to attend to, so I must leave now,” Meng Changqing said, cupping his hands.

“So soon?” Mo Yunling felt a bit parched.

She had been planning to have a drink with Meng Changqing later.

“Yes, I have to hurry back to the sect,” Meng Changqing nodded.

He was pressed for time now.

If he wanted to step into the Dao Creation Realm before the Seven Veins Martial Arts Competition, he couldn’t waste a single moment.

He had to make use of every bit of time, even while traveling.

The higher the ranking in the Seven Veins Martial Arts Competition, the richer the rewards.

It was said that there were resources up to the fourth and fifth grades.

If he could get more, even his cultivation in the realm of cultivation could proceed at an extremely fast pace.

Otherwise, he would have to rely on devouring the qi of heaven and earth, which was the slowest method.

In the Seven Veins Martial Arts Competition, top talents from each vein, and even geniuses, would appear one after another.

Although he was already very strong, it was still not entirely secure.

Once he stepped into the Dao Creation Realm, he believed that apart from those top geniuses, no one would be his match!

At least he could guarantee a place in the top twenty.

“If you need any help in the future, you can come to my Spirit Peak to find me,” Meng Changqing smiled faintly, then transformed into a golden sword light and flew towards the distance.

“Have I lost my charm recently, or have I lost my femininity?” Mo Yunling took out a mirror and looked at herself. “How come Junior Brother Meng seems to have no feelings for me at all?”

In the sect, although she dared not say she was the most beautiful, she was quite attractive.

She also had many suitors.

But this Junior Brother Meng seemed to completely ignore her, just asking and leaving without dragging his feet.

In fact… it wasn’t like that.

Meng Changqing’s mind was just not here right now.

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Four days later, Meng Changqing returned to the sect.

It could be said that he was weary from the journey.

Along the way, he didn’t waste any time, and his cultivation had made considerable progress.

In a while, he would be able to advance to the fifth stage.

“I’m finally back.” Standing at the peak of the Spirit Peak, Meng Changqing looked around at the surging sea of clouds, exhaling lightly.

Traveling and cultivating made him unable to fully concentrate.

Now he could focus on cultivation.

“Junior Brother Meng!” Just then, a pleasantly surprised voice sounded behind him.

Meng Changqing turned around…

It was Kong Linyue.

“So it’s Senior Sister Kong.” Meng Changqing smiled.

“I calculated the time, and you should be back soon. I didn’t expect to catch you,” Kong Linyue said joyfully, running to Meng Changqing’s side.

For a moment, a fragrant breeze wafted over, stirring up reverie.

“So soon?” Meng Changqing was somewhat surprised.

“Of course. The news from the Wanxiang Pavilion has always been the most sensitive and fast. It only takes one or two days for the news to spread throughout the entire Tianling Prefecture,” Kong Linyue nodded.

“Wanxiang Pavilion, huh.” Meng Changqing raised his eyebrows slightly.

He hadn’t heard of it before.

“Wanxiang Pavilion is a force from the Central Province. It has a deep background and is responsible for the changes and organization of various rankings. In addition, if you need any information, you can also purchase it from them as long as you can afford the price,” Kong Linyue explained when she saw that Meng Changqing seemed unfamiliar with it.

“I see.” Meng Changqing suddenly realized.

He remembered noticing that arbitrator with the word ‘Wanxiang’ on his clothes back at the Xu family in Dongming Lake.

“I didn’t expect Junior Brother Meng’s strength to progress so quickly. You even defeated Cui Qian, who is a genius ranked thirty-eight on the Hidden Dragon Ranking. That guy is not easy,” Kong Linyue said excitedly, looking at Meng Changqing with admiration and even a hint of hidden admiration. “In that case, our sect now has thirty-three disciples on the list.”

“So many?” Meng Changqing was slightly stunned.

He remembered losing six names before, leaving only nineteen.

Unexpectedly, not only did they retrieve them all in an instant, but they even occupied more positions!

“Yes, in order to prepare for this Hidden Dragon Ranking, the sect has intensified its efforts. When we entered the Xianqing Realm, those true disciples also entered the Taiqing Realm can be said to have gained a lot.

“In addition, the sect seems to have secretly trained some talented disciples,” Kong Linyue said.

“Secretly trained?” Meng Changqing nodded slightly.

It seemed that the waters of the sect were quite deep, not just what was apparent.