Chapter 593

Chapter 593: Can This Face Be Used?

On a remote island ten thousand miles from the Hidden Spirit Sect, a massive ship was anchored.

At the edge of the island, on a sandy beach, a young girl in a black long dress was sipping tea with an elderly man.

“Respected Elder Mingxin, do you think the Hidden Spirit Sect will agree to let me spar with senior sister Xi’er?” the girl asked, setting down her tea cup.

“Your promotion to Saintess is a major event for our sect. We’re waiting here because Spirit Cut Taoist friend is present.”

“Also, the Hidden Spirit Sect does have some influence. Simply relying on my presence might not be enough to get what we want.”

The old man spoke slowly, sipping his tea, his gaze drifting toward Hidden Spirit Island with a hint of caution.

“I’ve just received word that the Grand Elder of the Hidden Spirit Sect has returned. I believe I’ll soon be able to meet senior sister Xi’er,” the girl in the black long dress said with a smile.

Just then, a streak of blood-red light shot across the sky, heading straight for them.

“Spirit Cut Taoist friend is here,” the old man said with a smile.

Hearing this, the girl quickly stood up and stood respectfully by the side, awaiting Spirit Cut’s arrival.

“Welcome, Spirit Cut Taoist friend!” the old man called out.

“Mingxin, you’re still the same as ever, acting even more righteous than the righteous,” Spirit Cut laughed heartily, taking a seat across from Respected Elder Mingxin.

“It’s been many years since we last met.”

“You seem to be doing well,” Respected Elder Mingxin said with a smile.

“I’m managing,” Spirit Cut nodded, then glanced at the young girl standing nearby.

“Are you this generation’s Saintess?” Spirit Cut asked.

“I am Xi Yun, of the younger generation, paying my respects to you, senior,” the girl said with a bow.

“Rise, it’s not easy to come all this way,” Spirit Cut said with a chuckle.

“Spirit Cut Taoist friend, what did the Grand Elder say about when we can have the spar?” Respected Elder Mingxin asked.

“The junior you brought is quite impressive. I doubt my Grand Elder’s granddaughter-in-law can match her,” Spirit Cut replied.

Hearing this, Respected Elder Mingxin remained silent, only giving him a cool look.

What did they plan to do about this?

“You’re in luck. The Grand Elder wants to save face, so we can let this matter slide. The integration ceremony for one less backup saintess can still proceed,” Spirit Cut said with a smile.

“Save face?” Respected Elder Mingxin said lightly, a flicker of disdain in her eyes.

It was as if she was on the verge of asking whether they were even worthy.

Spirit Cut smiled at Respected Elder Mingxin’s expression and waved his hand, placing four Avatar Jade Talismans on the table.

“This one belongs to Elder Council Master Youming,” Spirit Cut said, pointing to the dark blue Avatar Jade Talisman.

“This one belongs to the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect,” Spirit Cut indicated, pointing to the Qingling-colored Avatar Jade Talisman.

“The remaining two belong to Elder Council Source Flame Respected Elder,” Spirit Cut said, then looked at Respected Elder Mingxin with a smile.

“Are you trying to tell me that your Grand Elder plans to use these Avatar Jade Talismans and their backing to challenge my Demon Sect?” Respected Elder Mingxin asked, her tone serious as she looked at Spirit Cut.

This has turned into a personal grudge, and according to the unspoken rules between the Demon Sect and the Elder Council, the Elder Council has no authority to intervene.

“Can’t you think differently? Do you know why our Grand Elder receives so many Avatar Jade Talismans?” Spirit Cut asked, looking proudly at Respected Elder Mingxin.

“Your Grand Elder is the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect and Master Youming’s…”

Elder Mingxin’s expression grew serious. She had known the story of these two before, and if it were true, she would have to respect this face.

Spirit Cut was momentarily taken aback, then laughed.

If he hadn’t been at the Hidden Spirit Sect for so long, he might have considered this possibility too.

“Forget it, you wouldn’t guess even if I told you. Let me explain it clearly.”

“Our Grand Elder has already touched the realm of artifact great masters. He just needs to reach the Core Formation stage to officially become an artifact great master.”

“Considering this face, can it still be shown?” Spirit Cut said confidently.

“A future artifact great master!” Respected Elder Mingxin exclaimed in surprise.

“The friendship of a future artifact great master is for you to weigh,” Spirit Cut said before transforming into a blood light and leaving.

“Elder Mingxin, has this matter failed?” the girl asked quietly, a hint of reluctance in her eyes.

“It has mostly failed. Now we should return to the sect and report this news to the Grand Elder.”

“Xi Yun, the sect will find a way to make up for the missing essence for you,” Elder Mingxin said, heading toward the Star Ship.

On Hidden Spirit Island, Xu Fan, basking in the sun, received word that the Star Ship from the Demon Sect had already departed.

“They are indeed decisive; it seems artisans won’t suffer wherever they go,” Xu Fan said with a smile.

“Grand Elder, your face is worth more than I imagined.”

Spirit Cut’s voice arrived before he did.

“Hmm, in the end, it comes down to a lack of strength; otherwise, I wouldn’t have to show my face,” Xu Fan said leisurely, looking at the sky.

“Grand Elder, our Hidden Spirit Sect has developed to this scale in less than a thousand years.”

“Don’t underestimate yourself,” Spirit Cut replied.

“We’ve only just begun; I’ll ensure the Hidden Spirit Sect continues in the Thousand Worlds,” Xu Fan said casually.

“I also look forward to that day,” Spirit Cut said with a smile.

“After a year of traveling, visiting several fairy cities, and exploring a few secret realms, I indeed found quite a few good things.”

“If you hadn’t sent me a message to return, I might have stayed out there enjoying myself a bit longer,” Xu Fan laughed.

This time, the disciples he brought along and the Tian Puppet Master all got a bargain, as they took away not-so-important findings from the secret realms.

On top of that, Xu Fan often guided the disciples beside him.

This made those disciples who signed up but were not selected feel as sour as if they had eaten ten lemons.

“It seems the Grand Elder won’t be idle at the sect anymore,” Spirit Cut laughed.

Now he could confirm one thing: Xu Fan had previously stayed at the sect only because it was safer there.

“How has the divine power you’ve been practicing recently been going, Spirit Cut Elder?” Xu Fan asked cheerfully.

“It’s going well so far; I’m progressing quickly. In about two years, I should be able to master it,” Spirit Cut replied.

“This time I was out, I collected quite a few good things, including a five-colored divine stone.”

“A celestial tool crafted with the five-colored divine stone as the core would definitely suit you well.”

“So I thought that I would let you wait a few more years. When that celestial tool is nearly completed, you can start over with your spiritual re-cultivation, and at that point, I can seal the celestial tool within you.”

“When you become a Great Ascension Master, that celestial tool will be nurtured to a level where it responds to your wishes,” Xu Fan said.

“Grand Elder, are you going to craft the celestial tool for me first?” Spirit Cut said excitedly.

“Fortuitously, I found the five-colored divine stone, which is so suitable for you, so of course, I’ll craft it for you first,” Xu Fan said casually.