Three months had passed since Lu Yang returned from the Five-Elements Sect.

On this day, Yun Zhi was taken aback by a long-distance missive she received. After a moment of contemplation in her cave abode, she exhaled softly. “It looks like Little Junior Brother will need to make a trip.”

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Meanwhile, Lu Yang had reached a critical juncture in his cultivation. His mouth was wide open as he devoured spirit energy. Beads of sweat formed on his forehead, evaporating into mist that gathered above him like an auspicious cloud.

“Whew! I’ve finally advanced from the seventh to the eighth layer of the Golden Core Stage!”

When he opened his eyes, he saw Yun Zhi standing right before him, her visage devoid of emotions. “Since when has the Golden Core Stage been divided into...