Chapter 28: Thousand Realms Boat

Watching Li Qing's figure in the distance, a flicker of doubt flashed through Mu Qing's beautiful eyes.

She did not understand why Wei Xuan would waste so much effort changing Li Qing's mission to collecting spirit mines.

"Could it be that it is difficult to act within the sect, so he is looking for an opportunity to teach this person a lesson?"

On the other side.

Li Qing had already turned his gaze toward the vast sea in the distance.

Looking far out, he could only see a vast expanse of white seawater merging with the sky, making it impossible to distinguish where the water ended and the sky began.

Facing the majesty of heaven and earth, Li Qing felt as tiny as an ant.

Even though his cultivation had only just begun, he had already started to sense the dangers of the outside world.

He had to prepare a foolproof plan for his upcoming actions.

*Whoosh! Whoosh!*

Suddenly, the calm sea began to rage with violent winds.

Li Qing looked up.

In the direction of the Thousand Water Spirit Control Sect's inner islands, a surge of white waves appeared on the horizon.

In the next moment, a colossal object appeared in the distance, charging toward Li Qing's direction.

It was a massive spirit boat, its hull entirely cyan and engraved with various profound runes.

Where the massive spirit boat met the sea, several torrents of majestic cyan spiritual power lifted it up.

This was precisely the Thousand Domain Boat, dispatched by the Thousand Water Spirit Control Sect when executing missions.

Every Thousand Domain Boat was a top-grade magical tool, engraved with powerful defensive formations that were indestructible.

Even the offensive capabilities of the spirit boat were no less than those of a Foundation Establishment stage expert.

A spirit boat of this grade was something even Foundation Establishment cultivators would find difficult to possess; its price could only be described as terrifying.

The cost of refining a top-grade magical tool spirit boat was many times higher than that of an ordinary top-grade magical tool.

The main framework of the spirit boat was undoubtedly constructed from a precious Grade Two spirit wood, supplemented by other Grade Two spiritual materials.

Beyond these precious materials, it was even possible that a rare spirit boat might require several years of construction to be successfully refined.

The value of any top-grade magical tool spirit boat would not be lower than one hundred thousand low-grade spirit stones.

*Whoosh! Whoosh!*

The spirit boat appearing ahead had already begun to slowly approach.

The massive winds blew, causing the robes of the surrounding cultivators to flutter wildly.

As the spirit boat drew closer, Li Qing finally noticed several figures standing upon it.

"Junior brothers, follow me to welcome the senior brothers and sisters of the inner sect!"

A manager from the Internal Affairs Hall began to call out from not far away.

According to the regulations of the Thousand Water Spirit Control Sect, once one became a Foundation Establishment cultivator, they automatically became an inner sect disciple, standing above all outer sect disciples.

Unlike small factions in the outside world, within the Thousand Water Spirit Control Sect, inner sect disciples were also referred to as "Senior Brothers."

The purpose was to increase communication among the sect's disciples.

In the outside world, it was not uncommon for Qi Refinement cultivators to address Foundation Establishment experts as "Martial Uncles."

Li Qing stepped forward and, like the others, stood together to welcome the inner sect seniors.

Although the spirit boat was massive, its speed exceeded Li Qing's imagination, arriving before the crowd in a mere moment.

*Rumble! Rumble! Rumble!*

Upon reaching them, the spirit boat came to a halt.

Giant waves crashed against the hull, producing a roaring sound.

Only now could Li Qing see clearly that a total of four figures were standing on the spirit boat.

Among them were one woman and three men. They all wore the robes of inner sect disciples, the gold trim on their clothing adding a touch of nobility.

Most importantly, all of them exuded the pressure of the Foundation Establishment realm.

Among the figures stood a female cultivator.

However, obscured by a white veil, Li Qing could not see her features clearly.

Judging by her ethereal and noble temperament, she was likely a woman of extraordinary beauty.

Furthermore, judging by where the female cultivator stood, she appeared to be the core of this operation.

"Eh?"

A flash of surprise crossed Li Qing's eyes.

He suddenly noticed that among the four inner sect seniors, one was a very young, somewhat effeminate-looking Qi Refinement stage cultivator.

He immediately recalled the sect's internal regulations.

The figure standing alongside the other three inner sect seniors was likely the sect's true "Heaven's Chosen."

A true genius possessing a Heavenly Spiritual Root or a Mutated Spiritual Root.

Only with such aptitude could one ignore the realm requirements and be directly granted the status of an inner sect disciple.

For such geniuses, the sect would undoubtedly assist them in reaching Foundation Establishment.

With the talent of a Heavenly Spiritual Root, the path toward the Golden Core stage would be smooth and unobstructed.

They might even have the chance to become high and mighty Golden Core True Persons.

Li Qing calmed his inner thoughts.

In comparison, although his talent was average, he possessed his own opportunities and providence.

In the path of cultivation, besides one's own talent, one also requires the providence of the heavens.

Though providence is ethereal, it is a true favor from the Heavenly Dao.

In this vast sea, there was no shortage of legends regarding those with ordinary talent who rose step by step to become powerful masters of a region.

Compared to others, their stories were even more legendary.

Spiritual roots are a form of favor from the Heavenly Dao, and providence is the same.

"Junior brothers executing this mission, board the spirit boat."

An inner sect disciple in the center waved his hand toward Li Qing and the others.

*Boom!*

As the senior brother's words fell, the protective shield on the spirit boat suddenly dissipated.

The layout of the spirit boat was exposed to everyone.

The boat featured a two-story spiritual cabin that looked exquisitely beautiful.

In an instant.

The outer sect disciples below all began to use their own methods to rush toward the spirit boat.

Several late-stage Qi Refinement disciples directly took out their magical tools and flew through the air.

Various colored magical tools transformed into streaks of light as they flew.

The remaining mid-stage Qi Refinement disciples mostly relied on their own spiritual power to board the boat.

A surge of blue spiritual power suddenly erupted from Li Qing's body.

Wrapped in spiritual power, he extended his right foot, and with a single leap, he covered a distance of several yards.

Reaching the vicinity of the spirit boat, Li Qing leaped up and appeared on the deck.

The figures of the crowd gathered together.

The next step, naturally, was to follow the instructions of these senior brothers.

"Junior brothers, I am Ling Jie of the inner sect."

The senior brother who had called out to them earlier was now announcing the subsequent arrangements.

Ling Jie looked at everyone with a gentle expression.

He did not show any arrogance toward the others simply because he possessed a Foundation Establishment cultivation.

"This sect mission is led by Senior Sister Zi Ling. We are under the sect's orders to go to Huangyu Island to collect the spirit mines that have already been excavated..."

As for the senior sister named Zi Ling, her face remained covered by the white veil, and she showed no reaction, seemingly indifferent to the specific arrangements.

Li Qing could sense that many gazes were already fixed upon the woman named Zi Ling.

"Everyone should execute the detailed tasks according to the sect's internal arrangements."

"Junior Brother Qian Jiong and Junior Brother Sen Dai will be in one group, responsible for Cangdai Island."

"..."

"Junior Brother Li Qing and Junior Brother Jiao Yujian will be in one group, responsible for Baiyu Island."

(End of Chapter)