Not to mention obtaining the Holy Emperor Yao Stone, with Long Wuxian's cultivation level, even if he were to venture into the forbidden area, it would be a life-threatening journey.

Inside the forbidden area of the Holy Yao Mountain, there were phantom spirits at the level of Holy Emperor realm everywhere, and even peak level demon gods occasionally appeared. For those whose strength was insufficient, they were afraid they wouldn't even make it to the entrance of the stronghold, only to be torn apart by other demon gods.

"I accept."

Long Wuxian did not hesitate at all, speaking out loud.

In this world, there was nothing he dared not do. After recovering the Divine Pearl of the Eastern Sea, he had already planned to experience training in the Holy Yao Mountain.

Moreover, Long Wuxian knew that Chi Cheng did not truly intend to punish him. He wanted to see if Long Wuxian had the courage. He saw a hint of trust in Chi Cheng's eyes, the confidence of a sect leader in him. Even for such a difficult task as visiting the Tombs of the Imperial Spirits, Chi Cheng believed that Long Wuxian could accomplish it.

Or perhaps Chi Cheng was placing a bet; he hoped that Long Wuxian would grow up quickly and narrow the gap between himself and Yu Tianlong.

Real growth required facing formidable challenges, even life and death struggles.

Long Wuxian clearly saw the satisfaction and approval in Chi Cheng's eyes the moment he accepted the task.

"Brother, do you know what you are getting into? Accepting this task is like walking into death."

Elder Fengshen urgently stomped his foot, fearing that Long Wuxian would agree in a moment of recklessness. As expected, he did.

"Elder Feng, I know what I'm doing."

Long Wuxian smiled at Elder Fengshen.

He had his own reasons for accepting the task. There was nowhere he would not dare to go in this world. Furthermore, he didn't want the sect leader to look down on him. Additionally, he wanted to experience training in the Holy Yao Mountain. The Holy Emperor Yao Stone also held great attraction for him; it could help an Immortal Emperor level expert advance to the level of Holy Emperor. As long as he obtained the Holy Emperor Yao Stone, within half a year, Long Wuxian would be able to break through to the Holy Emperor realm.

Moreover, once he reached the Holy Emperor realm, Long Wuxian could use this Divine Pearl of the Eastern Sea to search for the other five.

But this one was obtained through sheer luck. If it weren't for the connection between these Divine Pearls of the Eastern Sea, it would have been impossible to track them down after tens of thousands of years.

"Alright, get yourself ready now, we will depart tomorrow."

Chi Cheng said expressionlessly before disappearing into thin air.

Though Long Wuxian had caused trouble in the inner gates and even killed Xiu Er, he ended up with this kind of punishment. Xiu Xiu, his older sister, was clearly very satisfied with this outcome. Almost everyone thought that Long Wuxian was doomed this time and would surely die under the siege of demon gods.

In Elder Fengshen's courtyard, Long Wuxian found a large tree to sleep under, while Yunxiang slept soundly nearby. These two carefree fellows seemed unaffected by any trouble that came their way.

However, Elder Fengshen paced back and forth, looking frustrated.

"Elder Feng, can you stop pacing? You're making me dizzy."

Long Wuxian said impatiently.

"I must take you to see the sect leader. What's the difference between going there or going to your death? I believe the sect leader doesn't want the sect to lose a genius."

Elder Fengshen said, looking at Long Wuxian. It seemed he was determined to take Long Wuxian to the Qi Palace to plead with the sect leader.

"Alright, Elder Feng, isn't it just an expedition? You underestimate me too much."

Long Wuxian said nonchalantly.

"Do you know nothing? Your attitude only makes me worry more. The demon gods there are savage by nature. All the elders who entered the forbidden area never came back alive. Only the sect leader managed to return alive after his last training session. Although you have incredible talent and terrifying strength, can you surpass the sect leader?"

Elder Fengshen said pleadingly.

"...I can't."

Long Wuxian shook his head. With his current strength, he couldn't beat the sect leader Chi Cheng.

"Then why are you willing to go to the Tombs of the Imperial Spirits? Do you really want to get the Holy Emperor Yao Stone? Are you out of your mind?"

Elder Fengshen was visibly angered.

Long Wuxian chuckled at the old man's constant nagging, understanding that Elder Fengshen truly cared about him and considered him a friend.

"Elder Feng is right. It's a perilous journey there, and there's no chance of obtaining the Holy Emperor Yao Stone."

Long Wuxian knew this very well. That's why he had long sent the eavesdropper to pass on the message.

At this moment, Long Wuxian glanced at the disappearing figure on the rooftop and couldn't help but smirk. Gambling always had its risks and rewards.

Just then, a voice sounded in the courtyard. A tall man walked in—it was Chi Cheng, the sect leader.

"Disciple Long Wuxian greets the Sect Leader."

Long Wuxian calmly rose from his chair and saluted Chi Cheng.

"Sect Leader, you know it's extremely dangerous, why send Long Wuxian? I don't believe you truly want him to die."

Elder Fengshen spoke out, showing his dissatisfaction. Among all the disciples of the sect, perhaps only he, Xuanming, dared to question the sect leader in such a manner.

"Of course I don't want him to die. After all, I have placed the future of the sect in his hands."

Chi Cheng smiled.

"What?!"

Elder Fengshen rolled his eyes, unable to find words to express his frustration.

Sending him to certain death, yet not wanting him to die. What kind of logic was this?

"Elder Feng, don't worry. The Sect Leader's intention is for me to gain experience in the Holy Yao Mountain."

Long Wuxian smiled.

"Well... you've only been at the sect for a few days. Look at the mess both the inner and outer gates are in now. If you stay any longer, the sect will be in trouble. You need to grow quickly and shorten the gap between you and Yu Tianlong. Going to the Holy Yao Mountain for some time is indeed a good choice."

Chi Cheng said solemnly.

"Even so, do you have to go to the Tombs of the Imperial Spirits?"

Elder Fengshen asked angrily.

"Elder Feng, you have to understand that to truly grow, one needs immense pressure. Going to the Tombs of the Imperial Spirits is a good option. As the sect leader, I must have the ability to convince everyone. Long Wuxian's internal strife with the same sect is a fact, and I have not set a deadline for him. This gives him enough time to train in the Holy Yao Mountain. As for whether he can obtain the Holy Emperor Yao Stone, that's up to him. If he unfortunately dies there, it will be fate."

Chi Cheng said right in front of Long Wuxian, expressing his true intentions and placing great expectations on Long Wuxian.

However… Long Wuxian wanted to curse, but the other party was much more powerful, so he had to swallow his anger.

"A mere site of the Tombs of the Imperial Spirits, trying to take my life... It's ridiculous."

Long Wuxian's momentum surged, and he clearly understood Chi Cheng's intentions from the start. Even if the task was life-threatening, he still had to accept it; he couldn't let the sect leader down.

"Ah, where does your confidence come from? Let me warn you first, if you fail, this time even I won't be able to save you. If you don't want to go, I can guarantee that no one in the Southern Domain dares to harm even a single strand of your hair! Once you reach the level of the Holy Emperor, you'll be invincible in the Southern Domain, and then, naturally, no one will dare to trouble you. Understand?"

Elder Fengshen shook his head helplessly.

"The Sect Leader sees your confidence as a virtue. Long Wuxian, you've only been with Yu Tianlong for six months. You must quickly improve yourself and close the gap between you and Yu Tianlong. Even though I'm sending you to the Holy Yao Mountain for training this time, the task must be completed. Remember, my life and death are in the hands of fate. I hope you can create another miracle, just like on the Back Mountain."

Chi Cheng said very seriously, showing that he had high hopes for Long Wuxian.

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

Long Wuxian remained composed.

"You two are real lunatics. Well, in that case, I won't worry anymore. I also want to see if Long Wuxian can really create a miracle."

Elder Fengshen had nothing more to say.

"Long Wuxian, before you go to the Holy Yao Mountain, if you have any requests, feel free to speak. I will try my best to fulfill them. After you arrive at the Holy Yao Mountain, it will be entirely up to you. Whether you live or die, it's your own business."

Chi Cheng said.

"Oh... in that case, give me ten bags of Immortal Spirit Stones."

Long Wuxian made a bold request.

What? Ten bags?

Chi Cheng rolled his eyes. "Are you... Are you sure you're not planning to run away, kid?"

"Sect Leader, don't be so stingy. It's just some spirit stones. As the Sect Leader, ten bags of Immortal Spirit Stones are just a drop in the bucket, right?"

Long Wuxian grinned. He needed spirit stones the most right now. To prepare for the training in the Holy Yao Mountain, he needed to ensure he had an ample supply of spirit stones as the cost of each advancement was exorbitant. Since Chi Cheng had tasked him with such a difficult mission and punishment, Long Wuxian felt justified in making this request.

"How can you call this a drop in the bucket?"

Chi Cheng felt like he was being taken advantage of. While the One Qi Sect was indeed wealthy, the wealth was not solely his.

"Sect Leader, Noble Brother's request isn't excessive."

Elder Fengshen said slyly.

"...”

Chi Cheng rolled his eyes at Elder Fengshen but decided not to say more.

Elder Fengshen chuckled, feeling no embarrassment.

"Long Wuxian, here are ten bags of Immortal Spirit Stones. Bring back the Holy Emperor Yao Stone for me alive!!!"

Chi Cheng gritted his teeth, tossed the bags into Long Wuxian's arms, and then disappeared in a flash.

Chi Cheng felt he should leave this troublesome place as soon as possible. Perhaps he shouldn't have come here today!

"Thank you, Sect Leader."

Long Wuxian shouted, then collected the bags. It was a top-quality bracelet with a much larger storage space than ordinary ones. Long Wuxian placed it in his own space. With these ten bags of Immortal Spirit Stones, he wouldn't need to worry about ascending.