Chapter 1050

Chapter 1050: The Gathering

Observing a group of cultivators hastily approaching and then swiftly departing, Wang Chen paid little heed.

The commotion caused by his practice of the Thunderbolt Sword Technique had been immense, likely detectable within a radius of a hundred miles. Given that this area was not far from Luodu Immortal City, it was natural for passersby to take notice.

They might have assumed that a rare treasure had emerged, prompting them to investigate.

This incident also served as a reminder to Wang Chen: the Thunderbolt Sword Technique, when fully unleashed, was too conspicuous. He needed to find a more secluded location to practice, lest he be disturbed.

Though he was unafraid, it was still an annoyance!

With this thought, Wang Chen summoned his sword light and, in an instant, vanished without a trace.

Meanwhile, the group of cultivators, having flown several dozen miles, finally slowed their pace.

They appeared somewhat disheveled.

One green-robed cultivator couldn’t help but remark, “Big Brother Duan, that person probably only has Golden Core cultivation. We didn’t need to—”

“What do you know!”

The handsome cultivator at the forefront snapped in a deep voice, “You, with your insatiable curiosity, insisted on coming over. Do you think that person alone would be easy to deal with? If it came to a fight, the seven of us combined might not stand a chance!”

The green-robed cultivator was immediately dumbfounded: “Huh?”

“Huh, what?”

The handsome cultivator retorted sharply, “This world is full of extraordinary individuals. As sect disciples, we must never be narrow-minded and provoke a strong enemy without realizing it.”

He took a deep breath and continued, “This person is inscrutable, at least a higher-level Golden Core, and there’s a strong possibility that he is an advanced sword cultivator. We must not underestimate him.”

“We are out here to train; safety is paramount. You all must remember this!”

The group of cultivators exchanged glances, then nodded in unison.

The handsome cultivator held the highest cultivation level and commanded the most respect among them.

“Let’s return to Luodu!”

As he spoke, he couldn’t help but glance back.

Though Wang Chen’s figure had long since disappeared, his visage was vividly etched in his memory.

Time flew by, and another month passed.

One day, before Wang Chen could venture out, he received a flying sword message from Huangfu Yongchun.

The latter invited him to meet at the Gathering Immortal Pavilion that evening.

Wang Chen pondered briefly and replied with his assent.

That night, Wang Chen arrived punctually at the Gathering Immortal Pavilion, located in Luodu City.

The Gathering Immortal Pavilion was a high-end establishment in this immortal city, catering exclusively to cultivators of Golden Core level or above, and it boasted a distinguished reputation.

Wang Chen had heard of it but had never visited. This time, with an invitation from Huangfu Yongchun, he had the opportunity to experience it firsthand.

Huangfu Yongchun had reserved a private room on the third floor. When Wang Chen arrived, he found four real people already seated inside.

Besides Huangfu Yongchun himself, there was a Golden Core cultivator he recognized.

Master Shen!

"Wang, fellow traveler, we meet again."

Master Shen was delighted to see Wang Chen and immediately rose to greet him personally. After they all took their seats, he introduced Wang Chen to the two real people: “Fellow Traveler Zhang, Fellow Traveler Li, this is Wang Chen, the fellow traveler I mentioned to you.”

“His weapon refining skills are at a master level. If you ever wish to commission any magical treasure, he is the one to approach!”

Master Shen’s enthusiasm left Wang Chen somewhat overwhelmed.

It was likely that the Chixiao Sword had greatly impressed him.

And indeed, it had.

As for the other two real people Master Shen introduced, one was at mid-level and the other at high-level cultivation. Despite their differences in cultivation level and age, both showed considerable goodwill towards Wang Chen.

Meanwhile, Huangfu Yongchun watched with a smile. Once Wang Chen finished his pleasantries with the two real people, he spoke up: “Fellow Traveler Zhang, Fellow Traveler Li, you probably don’t know that Wang Chen refined a flying sword for me.”

As he spoke, he revealed the exceptional flying sword.

This flying sword had already been refined and nurtured by Huangfu Yongchun. Its fiery energy had subsided, and its spiritual resonance was contained, yet the sharpness of the sword still emanated an impressive aura, astonishing to behold!

“An exceptional flying sword!”

Master Shen was left speechless, hardly believing his eyes. “Fellow Traveler Huangfu, is this truly a flying sword refined by Wang Chen?”

Being a sword cultivator and a lover of swords, Master Shen possessed a keen ability to discern.

Thus, he immediately recognized that this flying sword had been crafted some time ago, and with a little deduction, he figured it must have been made after his own Chixiao Sword was completed.

Wang Chen’s efficiency in refining flying swords truly astonished him!

Most importantly, this was an exceptional flying sword!

In Master Shen’s view, this flying sword had already reached the peak of a third-grade artifact, with no room for further enhancement.

It could easily ascend to the fourth level!

To be honest, Wang Chen’s skills had once again reshaped Master Shen’s perception.

At this moment, Master Shen felt an overwhelming regret, wishing he had sold everything to gather materials. At least he could have secured a high-quality Chixiao Sword.

The thought of an exceptional sword was not even out of reach!

As for Fellow Travelers Zhang and Li, while they were surprised, their gazes towards Wang Chen had changed from before.

There was now an added respect.

Being able to craft an exceptional third-grade flying sword meant that Wang Chen was truly deserving of the title of master in weapon refining!

Such a person was definitely worth befriending.

As they spoke, three more Golden Core cultivators arrived in succession, filling the private room with real people.

Huangfu Yongchun directed the maid, who had just served tea, to leave, then closed the door and cast a barrier spell to ensure their conversation would not be overheard by outsiders.

In fact, such places typically had setups to prevent eavesdropping and spying, but Huangfu Yongchun trusted his own spells more.

He then introduced Wang Chen: “This is Wang Chen, our seventh and final member of the Seven Ultimate Meeting. He practices the Thunderbolt Sword Technique!”

All the real people smiled and nodded towards Wang Chen, extending their welcome.

“I won’t say much else.”

Huangfu Yongchun continued, “Today I invited everyone here not only to introduce our new member but also because there is an important matter we need to discuss.”

Years ago, while exploring a cave left behind by ancient practitioners deep in Fulong Mountain, Huangfu Yongchun discovered a deep pool, which he confirmed was home to a blue Xiaojiao.

And it was a fourth-level beast king!

Generally speaking, fourth-level beast kings occupy mountains and forests, ruling over vast territories with many minions, yet this fourth-level blue Xiaojiao was cultivating alone, without any helpers.

Moreover, Huangfu Yongchun suspected this blue Xiaojiao was likely guarding a spirit stone mine!

In other words, it was possibly using the spiritual minerals for its cultivation.

The reason Huangfu Yongchun invited everyone today was to hunt down this Xiaojiao!

He had been planning for this day for several years.

After hearing this, everyone exchanged glances, apprehensive.

It should be noted that a fourth-level beast king is equivalent to a Nascent Soul true immortal. Additionally, this creature had a geographical advantage. If a battle ensued, how could they possibly defeat a Xiaojiao in a deep pool even if they formed the Seven Ultimate Sword Formation?