Chapter 133: Chapter 95: Entering Golden Jade Tower, Selecting a Celestial Level Cultivation Technique

Even with Zhong Ming’s temperament, he shot to his feet upon hearing the news, the fervor in his eyes impossible to conceal.

He couldn’t be blamed. In the Cultivation Realm, a Cultivation Technique was the very foundation of a Cultivator’s existence, determining their ultimate potential.

Of course, the higher the level of a Cultivation Technique, the more difficult it was to master. Celestial Level techniques were such that only true prodigies could hope to cultivate them successfully.

The Golden Jade Tower’s Celestial Level technique, in particular, was so advanced as to be nearly impossible to cultivate.

But Zhong Ming had confidence in himself.

"Let’s go!"

With Yi Yunya in tow, Zhong Ming hurried toward the Golden Jade Tower.

Naturally, the two juniors weren’t going to the Golden Jade Tower alone.

Law Enforcement Elder Wei Jingcheng was accompanying them.

Sect Leader Zong Chengze had originally intended to go as well, but before he could even leave the main sect hall, an urgent report stopped him in his tracks.

"What did you say? Prince Qinghe can’t hold on any longer? He’s preparing to conscript nearby sects to help reinforce his position?"

"Yes, Sect Leader. I learned this from the steward of the Prince Mansion. The news will be public in a few days."

These words made Sect Leader Zong Chengze contemplative as he pondered whether to send aid.

As an imperial dynasty, the Frost Moon naturally had its own nobles, titles, and a Royal Family.

The Frost Moon Imperial Dynasty even had several Princes.

As for the Princes of the Frost Moon Imperial Dynasty, if one was an Alien King—a prince of a different surname—they were invariably beings of overwhelming power, capable of dominating an entire region.

But if it was a Prince of the Royal Family, the situation was far more complex.

Among them were powerhouses strong enough to stand on equal footing with Major Sects, but there were also those who had been granted their title simply because they were close to the Frost Moon Royal Family or had earned its favor.

Prince Qinghe belonged to the latter category.

Furthermore, his title was only Prince, not a Prince of the Royal Family, which indicated that his line had been passed down for several generations. A family like his wasn’t necessarily close with the current Royal Family.

’However, even though the title has been demoted to Prince over the generations, Prince Qinghe’s line was favored in the past. And the Frost Moon Royal Family controls the Immortal Dynasty. As close kin to the Royal Family, they definitely have some treasures.’

The scout’s subsequent report confirmed this for the Seven Profound Sect’s Leader, Zong Chengze.

"Reporting to the Sect Leader, according to my intelligence, the biggest trouble in Qinghe County is the Demon Sect and the Evil Cult. They intend to overthrow the Commandery Prince’s Mansion and plunder its resources."

"However, that Prince is very proud. Despite the perilous situation in Qinghe County, he won’t openly ask for aid. Instead, he plans to open the Star Moon Treasure Vault under the guise of ’sponsoring prodigies,’ inviting the prodigies from surrounding sects to enter for a trial and to claim treasures."

"Then, when the representatives from the surrounding sects arrive, he will discuss matters with them in secret."

Zong Chengze commented, "Opening the Star Moon Treasure Vault. What a grand gesture."

’Zong Chengze had heard of the Star Moon Treasure Vault. It was established by the ancient All Heaven Stars Sect. In its heyday, it comprised three hundred and sixty-five Secret Vaults that formed a grand formation.’

’But with the passage of time, the All Heaven Stars Sect had long since perished, and its core Treasure Vaults had been plundered by other sects.’

’Only a few of the more secretly hidden, secondary vaults had survived to this day.’

’Prince Qinghe had obtained one such vault. The one he acquired was rather mysterious and could only be opened on specific dates.’

’Furthermore, it was rumored that the Treasure Vault he possessed could absorb the light of the sun, moon, and stars, allowing new treasures to spontaneously generate within it.’

’This meant that although his was only a secondary vault, the items it produced were no inferior to those of a main one.’

’Of course, the dangers within were correspondingly greater. And because it was used for the trials of All Heaven Stars Sect disciples, entry was restricted by cultivation level. This was why, even after hundreds of years of possessing the vault, Prince Qinghe still hadn’t managed to plunder it completely.’

’As for why such a precious Treasure Vault had fallen into Prince Qinghe’s hands, that was naturally due to the prestige of the Frost Moon Imperial Dynasty.’

’Obviously, the Cultists couldn’t care less about that, which was why the situation in Qinghe County had become so dangerous.’

’Should we send aid? If we do, we’ll be going up against the Demon Sect and the Cultists...’

Zong Chengze didn’t have to think for long before deciding to send people.

’We can’t be the only sect Prince Qinghe has invited. The Golden Armor Sect and the Mist and Smoke Sect from Jade Lake City will most likely go as well.’

’If they go and we shrink back, the Seven Profound Sect will be in danger should they gain too many benefits from Prince Qinghe.’

’Besides, the situation is growing more perilous by the day. This is a great tribulation. In a world like this, to not advance is to retreat. Therefore, we must not only accept this invitation, but we must also obtain something of great value from Prince Qinghe.’

At this thought, his mind inevitably turned to Zhong Ming.

’If we want to display our strength to the Prince, we old-timers won’t be able to do it.’

’Zhong Ming, it’s all up to you this time.’

’However, this is a great opportunity for you, too. If you can distinguish yourself during the trial, you’ll gain the support of Prince Qinghe in addition to that of the Seven Profound Sect.’

’Hmm... the Mist and Smoke Sect and the Golden Armor Sect will be there as well. If you perform outstandingly, you will win them over, too.’

’Then, forming an alliance will be effortless. By pooling the strength of our sects, we can surely nurture your growth.’

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While Sect Leader Zong Chengze was mulling over the situation in Qinghe County, Zhong Ming, along with Wei Jingcheng and Yi Yunya, had already arrived at the Golden Jade Tower.

In a VIP room at the Golden Jade Tower, Yi Qing, Qin Rou, and Dong Jinhai were currently hosting a group of people.

They were Stewards who had hurried over from the Prefecture City—a matter as significant as a Celestial Level Cultivation Technique was not something the local Tower Lord or Vice Tower Lord had the authority to decide.

Thus, upon learning of a potential buyer, the Golden Jade Tower had specifically dispatched several people from the Prefecture City to oversee the matter.