**Zongmen Hall**

After the sect leader finished his speech, Bai Feng and Bai Yu Mo followed their master, Chu Ning Yan, into the hall.

At this moment, besides the sect leader, all the peak masters from other mountains were present.

"Ah, Bai Feng and Yu Mo are here!" The sect leader greeted them with a warm smile, "Don’t be nervous, just take a seat."

Bai Feng replied, "...Thank you, Sect Leader."

He had expected the leader of the Tianjian Sect to be a stern figure, but why did it feel like he was a bit too friendly?

Once they were seated, the sect leader’s smile faded, and he spoke with a more serious tone, "I’m sure you’ve guessed why you were called here."

"Although the secret realm has been observed multiple times and should pose no significant danger, nothing in this world is absolute. You never know whether tomorrow or an unexpected event will come first." He pulled out a jade token from his storage bag. "This token contains my spiritual energy. As long as your opponent is not at the Void Refinement stage or above, it can help you withstand three attacks."

"Thank you, Sect Leader."

Bai Feng reached out to accept it; he had no reason to refuse such a life-saving item.

"And here are some pills I’ve refined," the elder beside him said, pulling out several bottles. "This one can help you recover from injuries quickly, this one increases the speed of spiritual energy circulation, and this one, while it will leave you weak for a while after use, can boost your combat power by thirty to forty percent."

"Thank you, Peak Master."

"I don’t have much to offer, but here are three teleportation talismans, three top-grade speed talismans, and three top-grade shield talismans."

"Thanks..."

"I just happened to make a set of inner armor that no one wanted, so I’ll give it to you."

"I don’t have anything else, just a lot of spirit beast meat. When you’re out there, Bai Feng, make sure you don’t starve yourself!"

"Take a look at this..."

As Bai Feng watched the peak masters continuously offering him items, he suddenly felt like a child returning home for the New Year, being stuffed with sweets by relatives.

"Ahem, alright! Bai Feng is just going out to explore the secret realm, not leaving forever."

The sect leader cleared his throat, interrupting the enthusiastic peak masters.

However, he understood their feelings. After all, a good formation master could greatly benefit the sect, such as the commonly used Gathering Spirit Array for accelerating cultivation, while some advanced formations could provide a significant boost, like adding wings to a tiger.

"Bai Yu Mo, I’m entrusting the team to you this time." The sect leader turned to Bai Yu Mo, who was sitting next to Bai Feng. With a serious expression, he took out a long sword from his storage bag. "This is a replica of the Tianjian, but don’t underestimate its power just because it’s a replica. With your strength, you can wield this sword to slay late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, but it consumes a lot of energy, so use it wisely."

"Thank you, Sect Leader."

Bai Yu Mo accepted the sword, and even through the sheath, she could sense the sharp intent contained within.

What a fine sword!

"Alright, you two should go back and rest. Make sure to be well-prepared."

The sect leader waved his hand, and after Bai Feng and Bai Yu Mo left, he turned to the other peak masters. "Do you think this exploration of the secret realm will go smoothly?"

"We’ve provided so many life-saving and enemy-harming items, so there shouldn’t be any accidents."

"Let’s hope so."

The sect leader shook his head. If it weren’t for the significant benefits that the Qian Zhen Sect’s legacy would bring to Bai Feng and the Tianjian Sect, he wouldn’t want to send out a still-growing formation genius.

After all, the Qian Zhen Sect was not just an ordinary small sect. It was rumored that they had obtained a legacy from the Immortal Gate, allowing them to rise rapidly in just a few hundred years, nearly shaking the foundations of the strongest formation sect in the Northern Region, the Feng Ling Sect.

However, he believed that the Immortal Gate legacy was just a way for the Qian Zhen Sect to save face. Their formation legacy indeed had some merit, but unfortunately, they had provoked forces they shouldn’t have, leading to the collapse of the secret realm, which could only accommodate Golden Core disciples.

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Time quickly passed to the day of entering the secret realm.

Bai Feng sat on the flying boat heading to the secret realm, still pondering whether his preparations were sufficient.

In the past few days, he had learned several sword techniques from his master, Chu Ning Yan, and had also made a few simple formation plates.

Though they couldn’t compare to carefully arranged formations, they were convenient and quick to deploy, perfect for hindering enemies and making a quick escape.

‘There are quite a few familiar faces.’

Bai Feng glanced around. Besides Bai Yu Mo beside him, Lin Yan and Luo Chen were also on the boat, and even Ye Tang, who had lost his position as the senior brother, was there.

All four of the Tianjian Sect’s favored children were present.

This secret realm might not be safe!

In addition, Xiao Qi and Yu Yao had also come, and even...

Bai Feng silently turned to the side, looking at Su Lan Qian, who was acting like a statue. "What are you doing here?"

"I... have a bit of interest in the Qian Zhen Sect," Su Lan Qian replied softly.

Also, if she didn’t see Bai Feng for several days, she would literally go crazy.

However, having learned from her previous experience, she refrained from saying anything that could lead to misunderstandings.

"Are you sure you can handle this state?" Bai Feng expressed some doubt. "Forget it, just stick close to me or Bai Yu Mo. If anything happens to you in the secret realm, I won’t be able to explain it to Master."

Since Su Lan Qian could board the flying boat, it meant that Liu Meng and the Tianjian Sect had reached some sort of agreement, a matter that was beyond his purview as a junior disciple.

"Mm." Su Lan Qian nodded, then cautiously asked, "Can you sell me another personal item of yours?"

"…Sure, but next time, leave out the word 'personal.'"

Bai Feng could already feel the gazes of others on him.

And Bai Yu Mo, what are you looking at? Didn’t I already explain everything to you? Why do you have that curious expression on your face?

Suppressing his urge to complain, he pulled out a brush from his storage bag. It was what he used for drawing talismans—not a precious item, just one he had used for a long time, and it had been soaked in his spiritual energy for quite some time.

"Is this okay?"

"Mm, thank you." Su Lan Qian took the brush and, following their agreement, pulled out a formation plate from her storage bag. "This is a magnifying formation. Due to its small size, it’s a fourth-grade formation and can be attached to other items. I heard it was created by a formation master for reading."

Bai Feng looked at the fourth-grade formation plate and couldn’t help but twitch his mouth.

These formation masters really know how to get creative! Can’t you just grind a piece of glass to use as a magnifying glass?

In a secluded corner, Ye Tang pretended to casually glance at Bai Feng, a flicker of resentment flashing in his eyes. For some reason, he found Bai Feng increasingly displeasing lately. Besides Luo Chen, this guy was the most annoying.

Didn’t expect you to finally come down from Qingzhu Peak. Once we’re in the secret realm, you won’t have it so easy!

I can’t beat Luo Chen, but can’t I take you on?

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**Chapter 55: Lin Yan’s Colorful Language**

Outside the secret realm.

This exploration involved not only the Tianjian Sect but also several other sects from the Northern Region. After all, while the Tianjian Sect was a colossal force, it couldn’t cover everything.

In addition to the Tianjian Sect, there were three other sects whose strength was only slightly inferior: the previously mentioned Feng Ling Sect, the fire-wielding Chi Feng Sect, and the predatory Lian Shen Sect.

As for the demonic path, after being severely injured by Liu Meng, it no longer had the strength to contend with these four sects.

Moreover, Bai Feng noticed a few unfamiliar sects. After inquiring, he learned that these three small sects were located near the secret realm, so after discussions, the Tianjian Sect and others had granted them a few spots.

‘This plot feels tailor-made for the favored children.’

Bai Feng muttered to himself, realizing he needed to keep an eye on these three small sects.

"Bai brother, do you want to team up with us when we enter the secret realm?" Lin Yan suddenly approached. "I’ve made plans with Luo brother, and with our strength, exploring this secret realm shouldn’t be a problem."

Bai Feng had to admit he was a bit tempted; after all, this was the protection of the favored children!

However, being a favored child came with both opportunities and dangers. He found it hard to determine whether acting alone was more dangerous or following the favored children.

"Let’s see once we enter. These secret realms usually have random teleportation." Bai Feng didn’t want to commit, knowing that if something went wrong, he wouldn’t foolishly act alone.

"True." Lin Yan nodded. "Once we enter the secret realm, Bai brother, be careful. I’ve heard that the Feng Ling Sect seems to have some issues with you, and there’s also a certain Ye fellow who doesn’t seem to have given up."

(Ye Tang: Just say my name already.)

"Feng Ling Sect? Got it." Bai Feng appeared thoughtful. No wonder he felt a group of people looking at him with strange eyes.

Was it because of his reputation? Or was it because of his master, Liu Meng?

But right now, he was least afraid of formation masters.