Back in the day, Lu Qian almost executed the Foundation Establishment Feather Scholar Ling Xuzi with his Perfection Cultivation in Qi Cultivation, and his heroic figure was deeply engraved in the hearts of the two. Now, within the blink of an eye, he has already succeeded in Foundation Establishment?

He already had such combat power with Qi Cultivation Perfection; now, after Foundation Establishment, his strength has multiplied several times. How powerful might he be?

The two felt a sense of foreboding and shivered.

Lu Qian wasn’t polite with them either. He sat down heavily and asked, "How have things been these days while you’ve been stationed at Shuangye Square? What time do you patrol each day, how many times do you patrol, how long does each patrol last, and how many troublemakers have you caught?"

The two were trembling with fear, unable to speak a word.

Lu Qian then turned to look at the Law Enforcement Captain: "You tell me, how have these two been performing?"

This round’s Law Enforcement Captain was a Late-Stage Qi Cultivation member of the Zhou Family. Looking at Pan and Duu’s pleading eyes, his heart was moved, and he quickly said, "Alliance Leader, the two Feather Scholars have been performing very well and have been very diligent in patrolling the marketplace. With them around these days, disturbances in the market have decreased significantly."

Pan and Duu both exhaled a huge sigh of relief, casting a grateful glance at the captain.

This young lad is quite loyal; they thought they’d give him some face in the future.

Lu Qian smiled inwardly, not delving deeper, and after a few more reminders, he let the two go, then led the group for a stroll around the marketplace.

It’s said that this marketplace is led by our Yunshan Sect, and the returning disciples couldn’t get enough of what they saw.

Previously, in Quyang County, they had never been to a large marketplace in Qingzhou and had never seen such a prosperous scene. What’s more, after wandering for three years, they would slip into marketplaces in secrecy, having nothing exciting to see.

Now walking on the bustling and prosperous streets of the marketplace, stepping on their home turf, looking at the bustling shops on both sides, listening to various shouts, and the various fresh and interesting ads hanging on the streets, and all kinds of eye-catching marketing tactics, they felt extremely proud and excited in their hearts.

The Yunshan disciples serving as Lu Qian’s guards this time mostly served as temporary law enforcement personnel in the marketplace during the previous carnival, and they were very clear about the lively stories during that time.

Right then, they enthusiastically introduced everything with vivid details to fellow uncles and elder martial brothers, spitting with excitement.

Especially when Lu Qian spoke of the grand events of the three festivals he orchestrated and the enormous profits gained, not to mention the miraculous displays on the arena stage, everyone listened with longing and wished they hadn’t returned a few days late.

As they spoke of the arena battle, the group happened to arrive at the central area of the market and directly entered the Grand Arena for a tour.

The returning disciples looked in awe at the enormous structure, as if witnessing the intense and captivating competitions themselves; their expressions filled with excitement.

Upon hearing that Fairy Nishang and Jade Flood Dragon Fairy destroyed the entire venue in battle, yet were still at a standstill, Yang Jiye on the side eagerly spoke up, "This Elder Guh Niqiang is of no ordinary cultivation. When we return to the Mountain Gate, I’d like to spar with her."

Are you kidding? Are you that eager to meet your end?

Lu Qian swallowed, smiling, "There’ll be a chance, surely there will be a chance..." 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

Right at that moment, a resplendent blaze streaked across the midair of the marketplace, like a meteor. It directly charged into the Grand Arena from the sky, raising one palm, within which a petite Three-legged Golden Crow raised its head and let out a cry, descending upon Lu Qian with an unstoppable momentum and flames!

Lu Qian neither dodged nor retreated. Activating the "Five Elements" Dao Pattern, Divine Sense surged, five-colored lights soared, and a point of black lightning suddenly expanded into a sphere, filled with terrifying tearing intent and a low hum, meeting that palm head-on.

A fierce clash!

The platinum flames and pitch-black lightning flashed suddenly, brightly lighting everyone’s eyes, almost rendering them sightless. At the moment of their collision, the sharp sound wave pierced everyone’s ears with intense pain.

Intense airwaves surged, and within several feet, the just-repaired flagstone ground completely shattered!

Beside everyone, a massive circular wave surged, absorbing the enormous impact.

"Who goes there!" Yang Jiye shouted, also activating his Dao Pattern. His flying sword flashed from his bosom, reaching in front of that person in an instant.

The figure entwined in gold and flames had just stepped back a bit, yet a sliver of sword light already slashed toward her face.

Her fiery golden pupils glowed brilliantly, letting out a sudden cry, as the platinum flames around her formed a vortex. A Three-legged Golden Crow several feet long wrapped her within, its wings flapping, deflecting the flying sword just milliseconds before it pierced her body.

The terrifying heat flow left the returning disciples astonished. Yang Jiye was unsure and about to control his flying sword again, but Lu Qian had already dispelled the Heavy Water Vortex, smiling helplessly, "Alright, stop it, she’s one of us."

"Keep fighting!" Full enticing red lips uttered three words, excitement flashing in the golden crimson pupils, as the unmatched Fairy Nishang assumed a fighting stance, her high ponytail flickering with platinum flame.

"So, you’ve really succeeded in Foundation Establishment, why didn’t you just return to the Mountain and spare me the trouble of searching!"

As it turned out, upon hearing the joyous news brought by Zheng Duan, she impatiently went out to look. She happened to see the giant Sky Ray parked outside Shuangye Square and upon inquiring Pan and Duu within the marketplace, learned that Lu Qian was taking people around for a tour.

"Alright, haven’t I returned now?" Lu Qian chuckled, introducing to those around him, "This is my fellow senior brother Yang Jiye, and these are all our Yunshan Sect’s previously scattered disciples who have now returned to the Mountain Gate. You should recognize them well and take care of them in the future. Senior Brother Yang, this is our sect’s Elder Guh, Guh Niqiang."

Guh Niqiang nodded impatiently, beckoning with her hand. The Golden Crow Illusion let out a cry, "Got it, got it, come now, since you’ve established Foundation, let’s have a battle, let me see how much you weigh and what surprises you can bring me."

Yang Jiye’s eyes brightened, as he had also heard about Guh Niqiang’s fame from Tan Hong and felt a bit unconvinced. Considering himself as Lu Qian’s senior brother, he couldn’t be overshadowed by a mere woman. It’s only fitting that he becomes the first elder below the sect leader.

Stepping forward, cupping his hands, he said, "Elder Guh, it’s our first meeting, but it seems we should get to know each other through a spar. Why not let me first witness your prowess, what do you say?"

Guh Niqiang glanced at him, never refusing a fight. However, she nodded and then shook her head, "Very well, let’s have a match first. Your technique just now was interesting, but it’s far from enough. If you have no other tricks, better to concede early to avoid injury."

Yang Jiye was angered, frowning, thinking this Guh Niqiang underestimated him. He swore to teach her a lesson.

Hmph, my Dao Pattern excels in one-on-one fights; as the first elder of our sect, it can only be me.

He didn’t argue any further, his eyes sharp, making a gesture of invitation.

Lu Qian tried to intervene, "In Bichao Mountain, there must be a celebratory feast already prepared, everyone is waiting for us. Why not return first, and we can compete after the banquet?"

"No way!" They both said in unison.

Yang Jiye earnestly added, "Sect Leader, rest assured, it won’t take long, I’ll be quick."