The Sect Leader Has Taken in a New Female Disciple

"Faster, faster!"

The gigantic Corpse Wax Crow leapt into the array again, buying Zhou Qing ten breaths of time.

This brought Zhou Qing closer to the massive black heart at the top and a few green leaves.

"There's a chance!"

Just as Zhou Qing was about to touch the black iron chain hanging from the heart, a familiar sound of something breaking through the air came from behind him.

Zhou Qing's vision went black, and when he opened his eyes again, he was outside.

"Damn it, this sucks!" Zhou Qing couldn't help but curse under his breath.

He realized that even if he tried again, he probably wouldn't make it. The timing was just too tight. If he could set up a Two-color Array, there might be a slight chance.

After all, he had already given it his all, and even if he managed to bite into the heart, pick the green leaves, and eat the "bread," he wouldn't have time to return.

It would still end the same way.

After sorting out his thoughts, Zhou Qing entered for the third time. This time, he used his Great Success Suanni Divine Techniques to push through and set up the Massacre Array. Then he immediately moved to the first coffin and began pushing the lid with all his might.

As the heavy friction sounds echoed, the lid began to move bit by bit. As the Corpse Wax Crow emerged, Zhou Qing quickly took out his tetanus to pry it open.

The final result was apparent. Although he managed to make an additional two centimeters of progress, it was still impossible to open it completely with his current cultivation.

Lying on his bed, Zhou Qing felt somewhat exhausted. He wondered if there was some sort of Strength Talisman that would significantly boost his strength.

He'd have to check it out at the exchange hall when he had time.

The next day, Zhou Qing rarely had a moment of leisure. As he walked around his courtyard with an old hen, a familiar figure descended from the mountain.

It was none other than Elder Jiang Pu, the guardian of the Soul Lamp Tower.

The title he had previously held, "Overly cautious and exceptionally unlucky fellow," had been changed to "A brave, resourceful, and somewhat formidable young man" because Zhou Qing had consecutively slain two prodigies, securing the tenth spot on the deadly rankings.

With that, you, old man, have completely replaced Senior Brother Li Daoxuan's previous longest entry.

"Greetings, Elder Jiang!" Zhou Qing bowed in salute.

Jiang Pu looked at Zhou Qing, nodded seriously, and said, "You are now on the deadly rankings and often go on missions. I think you should leave a wisp of Soul Fire at the tower. In case of danger, we can rescue you in time."

Zhou Qing understood Elder Jiang Pu's concern, but due to the simulation in the Divine Ruins Celestial Palace, his Soul Lamp would constantly flicker, making it hard to explain.

He figured Jiang Pu had probably just come from Yan's place.

Before Zhou Qing could say anything, Elder Jiang Pu preemptively asked, "You know Pei Yan, right?"

Zhou Qing nodded.

Pei Yan, the chief of Yuqing Peak, was the eldest disciple of Uncle Tong Min.

Last time, when Senior Sister Shi Zhen broke through to Nascent Soul, Pei Yan was with her on a debt-repaying mission.

When she brought Shi Zhen back from You Huang City, she was the first to rush down and thank Zhou Qing repeatedly.

"Half a year ago, her Soul Lamp began to dim. I immediately reported to the Sect Leader. After being relayed through various channels, Pei Yan was found being besieged in the shortest possible time. If it had been half a day later, there would have been no hope for her!"

"Since the start of the Five Sects War, there has been no chief disciple's death. Can you say the Soul Lamp is not important?" Elder Jiang Pu earnestly said.

Zhou Qing understood, but—

"Thank you, Elder Jiang, but I prefer not having a way out. It helps me better unleash my potential!" Zhou Qing said, bowing.

Elder Jiang Pu opened his mouth but ended up shaking his head helplessly.

These kids are really stubborn! They'll learn their lesson eventually!

Just as Elder Jiang Pu left, Yan Xiaohu sneaked over from afar.

"Did you leave one?" Zhou Qing asked.

Yan Xiaohu shook his head. "I'm mainly following you. Senior Brother and Second Senior Sister didn't leave one. If I did and you didn't, it would make me look out of place. We need to be consistent!"

Zhou Qing was speechless after hearing this.

This reminded him of the current deadly rankings. After Senior Brother, Second Senior Sister, and he himself were listed, Senior Brother Yan developed a bit of an obsession.

He forcefully advanced to the fifth spot by digging up graves, feeling somewhat relieved.

"Let's not talk about that. Get ready for tomorrow. We need to pull off a big one!"

Soon, Yan Xiaohu seemed to think of something, his eyes full of excitement, looking eager to give it a try.

Zhou Qing blinked and asked in confusion, "From what you're saying, are there others besides Lei Luo?"

"You'll see when the time comes. I need to buy some things. Remember to leave early in the morning!"

Yan Xiaohu said mysteriously, selling a gap. After finishing, he flew up directly on his sword toward the exchange hall at Divine Peak.

Zhou Qing had to start packing. No matter what Yan was planning, the two of them could always look out for each other.

...

"Be careful!" Mo Xingjian did not stop them but merely advised them to be careful.

The path of cultivation was like climbing a lonely peak. The assistance of others was fleeting, and only with a solid foundation could one stand firm in the storm of spiritual energy.

In this regard, Mo Xingjian was very open-minded.

After they saluted him, they left.

"The place is far, and there might be people monitoring outside the sect. After all, you and I are famous in the top ten of the rankings. So, let's go to the Golden Thunder Sect first, pick up Lei Luo, and then take the Teleportation Array from the Cyan Feather Immortal Sect. It will save us half the journey!"