223: jade slips

After an intense battle, Xing Chen Zi finally slew all the Netherworld demonic beasts around him. He glanced at Lin Feng, who was interrogating Su Qing and Bai Zhan, then turned and flew towards the other Disciples of the Cloud Water Sect.

At this moment, the Disciples of the Cloud Water Sect were tending to their injured companions and clearing the battlefield. When they saw Xing Chen Zi flying over, they all rose and saluted him.

Then, the two Nascent Soul Cultivators of the Cloud Water Sect introduced themselves and expressed their gratitude to Xing Chen Zi and Lin Feng. Xing Chen Zi nodded slightly and said, "There's no need to be so polite, everyone. We are all here to fight against the Netherworld, so helping each other is only natural."

Upon hearing this, the two Nascent Soul Cultivators showed expressions of gratitude. They knew that if it hadn't been for Xing Chen Zi and Lin Feng's timely assistance, the Cloud Water Sect would likely have suffered a devastating blow.

One of the Nascent Soul Cultivators said, "Fellow Daoist Xingchen, Daoist Lin, we truly owe you both a great debt this time. Our Cloud Water Sect will always remember this kindness, and if there is ever a need in the future, our Cloud Water Sect will definitely offer our full support."

Xing Chen Zi smiled slightly and said, "Fellow Daoist, you are too polite. We are all here to resist the invasion of the Netherworld and protect our homeland. This is what we should do."

At this point, Lin Feng had finished interrogating Su Qing and Bai Zhan, obtaining more clues about the object of unsealing from them. He stood up and walked to Xing Chen Zi and the two Nascent Soul Cultivators, saying, "Everyone, I have obtained more clues about the object of unsealing from them. According to them, the object of unsealing is hidden within Fellow Daoist Xingchen's Sect."

Xing Chen Zi's eyes flashed with surprise upon hearing this. He hadn't expected that the Sect he had always guarded would be the hiding place for the object of unsealing. He looked at Lin Feng and said, "Daoist Lin, are you sure this information is true? If this object of unsealing is truly in my Star Sect, then why have I never known about it?"

Lin Feng looked at Xing Chen Zi and said seriously, "Fellow Daoist Xingchen, I cannot confirm the truth of this information either. However, both Bai Zhan and Su Qing said the same thing, and their expressions and tone did not seem like they were lying. Therefore, I think it is necessary for us to investigate your Sect."

Xing Chen Zi nodded upon hearing this and said, "Alright, Daoist Lin, you have a point. Without further ado, let's depart now and return to the Star Sect to investigate."

With that, Xing Chen Zi turned to the two Nascent Soul Cultivators of the Cloud Water Sect and said, "Fellow Daoists, thank you for your assistance in this matter. However, I have an urgent matter to attend to and must return to my Sect immediately. If there is ever a need in the future, I, Xing Chen Zi, will definitely offer my full support."

The two Nascent Soul Cultivators of the Cloud Water Sect, Su Tianming and Chen Shiting, quickly said, "Fellow Daoist Xingchen, you are too polite; your matter is important. Our Cloud Water Sect will also continue to clear out the Netherworld demonic beasts, and if there is a need, we will also go all out to fight against the enemies of the Netherworld." Su Tianming said with a firm expression, his eyes gleaming with unyielding light.

Xing Chen Zi nodded slightly, again expressing his gratitude to the people of the Cloud Water Sect, then ascended into the sky with Lin Feng, transforming into two streaks of light, and sped towards the Star Sect.

After they left, the Disciples of the Cloud Water Sect continued to busy themselves, tending to the wounded, clearing the battlefield, and discussing the recent battle and the heroic actions of Xing Chen Zi and Lin Feng.

Su Tianming and Chen Shiting, the two Nascent Soul Cultivators, stood aside, watching the busy Disciples, secretly feeling fortunate. If it weren't for the timely appearance of the two powerhouses, Xing Chen Zi and Lin Feng, their Cloud Water Sect would likely have been unable to withstand the tide of Netherworld demonic beasts. This battle made them deeply realize the power and cruelty of the Netherworld, and they couldn't help but feel some lingering fear.

Su Tianming turned to Chen Shiting and said, "Junior Brother Chen, although we achieved victory in this battle, we also paid a considerable price. We must strengthen the Sect's defenses and improve the Cultivation of our Disciples to prevent another attack from the Netherworld."

Chen Shiting nodded upon hearing this and said with a solemn expression, "Senior Brother is right; we must be prepared. At the same time, we must summarize the lessons learned from this battle and impart them to the other Disciples within the Sect, so they can better cope with future challenges."

Su Tianming nodded slightly and continued, "Furthermore, we must strengthen our ties with other Sects to collectively resist the Netherworld."

Chen Shiting's eyes flashed with determination upon hearing this, and he said, "Senior Brother, you are right. We must unite to fight against the Netherworld. I will immediately begin preparations to strengthen our ties with other Sects and strive to form an Alliance as soon as possible."

Su Tianming looked at Chen Shiting, nodded with satisfaction, and said, "Good, Junior Brother, I'll leave this matter to you. I believe you can do it well."

With that, the two exchanged a smile, then turned and continued to immerse themselves in the busy affairs of the Sect.

Meanwhile, Xing Chen Zi and Lin Feng had already returned to the Star Sect. They landed on the Sect square, looking at the familiar scene, and a complex emotion welled up in their hearts.

Xing Chen Zi took a deep breath and said, "Daoist Lin, let's go investigate now."

Lin Feng nodded, and the two walked together towards the depths of the Sect. They passed through numerous palaces and pavilions, finally arriving before a hidden underground chamber.

Xing Chen Zi looked at the underground chamber before him, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes. He said, "This is the Forbidden Ground of my Star Sect; few people come here normally. Could the object of unsealing really be hidden here?"

Lin Feng looked at Xing Chen Zi and said seriously, "Fellow Daoist Xingchen, now we can only believe Bai Zhan and Su Qing's words. Regardless of whether it's true or false, we must investigate."

Xing Chen Zi nodded upon hearing this, then reached out and pushed open the door to the underground chamber. The two walked in, only to see that it was dim inside, with only a few oil lamps flickering with faint light, illuminating the mysterious underground chamber. They walked cautiously, fearing they might disturb something there.

Lin Feng looked around and saw that the walls were covered with ancient runes, emitting a faint glow. He was secretly startled, these runes looked ancient, yet they still exuded a powerful pressure that made one not dare to underestimate them.

Xing Chen Zi looked at the runes on the wall, his brows tightly furrowed. He said, "These runes were carved by the ancestors of my Star Sect and are said to possess powerful Seal power. If the object of unsealing is truly hidden here, then these runes are likely used to Seal it."

Lin Feng nodded upon hearing this and said, "Fellow Daoist Xingchen, then we must be even more careful. If we accidentally trigger these runes, the consequences would be unimaginable."

The two continued forward, only to see a huge stone platform appear ahead. On the stone platform lay a Jade Casket. Xing Chen Zi walked to the platform and opened the Jade Casket, only to see a Jade Slip inside the Jade Casket.