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Chapter 424 Escort Mission, First Arrival in Jingu
The month-long period was fast approaching, and the fairy ship, fully loaded with cargo, was about to set sail.
In the square of the Hundred Swords Pavilion, crowds thronged, all gazing at the immortal ship about to set sail.
Chu Lengyu was still wearing the same black and white disciple robe, the standard style of the Hundred Swords Pavilion, her clothes fluttering like a black lotus.
Before her, a simple and elegant wooden fairy boat was quietly moored, its hull carved with exquisite patterns, including dragons and phoenixes, and clouds and mist.
This immortal ship, named Wuya, is the treasure of the Hundred Swords Pavilion and the only immortal ship in the pavilion capable of traversing the vast sea.
Upon seeing it, Chu Lengyu couldn't help but compare it to her own Yao Guang Immortal Boat, as if this treasure of the pavilion had no advantage over it.
Normally, the Boundless Immortal Boat is mostly idle, but occasionally it is rented out to other forces to earn a considerable amount of spirit stones for the Hundred Swords Pavilion.
But today, it is about to carry Chu Lengyu and a group of disciples and elders on an escort journey.
At this moment, the sect leader personally arrived at the square, walked up to the elders in charge of the escort mission, and gave them earnest instructions.
This time, the Hundred Swords Pavilion is working for the Thousand Mist Sect, so they can fly the Thousand Mist Sect's flag to deter petty villains.
Since the Myriad Stars Alliance selected its site, the Sea King Palace and the Thousand Mist Sect have paid special attention to the security of the surrounding waters, eradicating the black market, ambushing and killing cultivators, and creating a peaceful and tranquil environment.
Although the journey is long, it should be very safe.
However, this escort mission carries a heavy responsibility.
Not only must the goods be delivered safely to the Qianlan Sect to complete the task assigned by the sect, but this opportunity must also be used to allow the disciples of the sect to exchange and learn from the geniuses of the Qianlan Sect.
After listening, the elders all nodded solemnly, knowing the importance of this mission.
The disciples, including Chu Lengyu, had already heard the inside story and each had their own expectations.
After giving his instructions, the sect leader smiled with satisfaction and waved his hand gently, indicating that the immortal ship could set sail.
Then, the Boundless Immortal Ship slowly rose into the air under everyone's watchful eyes.
Like a phoenix spreading its wings and soaring high, it transforms into a streak of light, piercing the sky and disappearing into the horizon, leaving only a faint trace that inspires longing.
The fairy boat swiftly glides through the sea of clouds, like a spirit fish swimming on the blue waves, taking in the beautiful scenery below.
The sea of clouds surged and the mist swirled, with islands appearing and disappearing in the clouds, creating a scene resembling a fairyland.
The fairy boats shuttle through the water, offering countless beautiful views that are truly delightful.
Chu Lengyu stood on the deck of the immortal ship, gazing at the distant horizon.
The months of flying gave her ample time to reflect on her experiences during the Sword Island Trial and to make thorough preparations for her upcoming trip to the Wanxing Alliance branch.
Other disciples of the Hundred Swords Pavilion were either excited, nervous, or expectant, each harboring different feelings. Some even chose to cultivate, silently improving their cultivation level.
As the celestial ship continued to move forward, Chu Lengyu felt the surrounding spiritual energy becoming increasingly dense.
Finally, an island came into view.
From the air, Jingu Island looks like a dazzling pearl, set in the azure sea.
The island is filled with towering peaks, shrouded in mist, with cranes soaring and springs flowing, creating a scene of celestial beauty that is truly breathtaking.
The disciples traveling with him were awestruck by the magnificent sight, their eyes filled with amazement.
They gazed into the distance, or whispered amongst themselves, all deeply captivated by the island's stunning scenery.
"Is this the legendary Jingu Island?"
"That towering building in the center must be the Wanxing Alliance's branch on this island."
"It's hard to imagine what kind of amazing wealth a legendary merchant guild that can traverse countless worlds must possess."
"I saw the disciples of the Thousand Mist Sect! The Thousand Mist Sect is really lucky this time. Being able to get so close to the Myriad Star Alliance is like having a natural advantage."
Amidst the discussions, the Boundless Immortal Ship slowly descended, and the scenery on the island became increasingly clear.
The green mountains and clear waters, the clouds and cranes, and the tall buildings and palaces all unfolded before everyone's eyes like a painting.
At the dock, fairy boats were moored, and flying swords weaved like shuttles, coming and going frequently, yet maintaining an orderly pace.
A gentle sea breeze, carrying a slightly salty scent, mingles with the faint, ethereal atmosphere in the air, creating a truly refreshing experience.
In the short time it took for the Boundless Immortal Boat to dock, Chu Lengyu had already taken in the entire surrounding scenery.
She noticed that, in addition to the Hundred Swords Pavilion's Boundless Immortal Ship, there were many other immortal ships from all over the world and various sects, which were moored in an orderly fashion by the dock, with various colors of rosy light intertwined together, appearing and disappearing.
These fairy boats, some simple and elegant, others magnificent and extraordinary, each bear unique symbols and possess a distinct style.
Each of the immortal ships exuded a powerful aura, clearly indicating the presence of a strong individual. As for Jingu Island... it goes without saying.
As the celestial ship landed, the Wanxing Alliance disciples, who had been waiting at the dock for a long time, stepped forward to greet it.
They were dressed in uniform attire, which was dark blue with gold embroidery, making them both dignified and luxurious.
With smiles on their faces, they politely and attentively guided the Hundred Swords Pavilion members off the boat, carrying out the necessary checks and registrations.
At the same time, representatives from other sects also disembarked one after another, their eyes scanning the dock in small groups.
Several elders moved swiftly, arriving in front of the Hundred Swords Pavilion's immortal ship like streaks of light, and began exchanging pleasantries with the elders of the Hundred Swords Pavilion.
One of the elders, dressed in a blue robe, had white hair and beard, but his eyes were as sharp as a hawk's.
He laughed heartily, his voice booming like a bell: "Fellow Daoists of the Hundred Swords Pavilion, how have you been? You've come at just the right time."
Upon hearing this, the elder leading the Hundred Swords Pavilion smiled slightly and returned the greeting with a cupped hand: "Fellow Daoist Qingsong, it's been a long time."
The two elders exchanged pleasantries.
This is both an essential exchange of gifts between sects and a subtle contest of status between them.
During the elders' conversation, Chu Lengyu and the other disciples also took the opportunity to observe their surroundings.
The buildings on the island are arranged in a staggered pattern, with upturned eaves and corners, creating a magnificent atmosphere.
Cultivators in various attire, riding all sorts of magical treasures, came and went. Even before the Myriad Star Alliance had officially opened, its prosperity far surpassed that of the Misty Cloud Island market.
The main road leading to the island is a full twenty zhang wide, wide enough that not only ordinary vehicles can pass side by side, but even several celestial ships can pass without obstruction.
The road surface was paved with a second-tier spiritual material, which was crystal clear and emitted a faint spiritual light.
Chu Lengyu pondered in her heart that the cost of just this one road was enough to make people speechless. She couldn't help but be secretly surprised. This was not paving a road, but clearly paving spirit stones.
Even if she considered herself quite wealthy, she would never do something so extravagant and wasteful.
Besides the impressively wide main road, another place that caught Chu Lengyu's attention was the array formation on Jingu Island.
Although the grand formation on the island was not activated, the fluctuations of the formation were extremely astonishing. Even without using one's divine sense to examine it, it was enough to make one's scalp tingle, as if one were under a cloud of tribulation, ready to unleash earth-shattering power at any moment.
Chu Lengyu was filled with doubts. What kind of formation was set up on Jin Gu Island that caused such strong fluctuations, to the point of being terrifying?
She became secretly alert, a strange sense of crisis rising in her heart.
As she looked around, she thought to herself: Why not just rename this Golden Cage Island?