Come On, Son! You Got to Breakthrough Now!

Half a month later.

The Evil Spirits in Ancient Moon State were all completely eradicated.

Most of the cultivators had withdrawn from Ancient Moon State, but some stayed behind to purify the lingering Evil Spirit presence.

This is another consequence of the Evil Spirits' havoc.

Even if the Evil Spirits are slain, the remnant aura can still affect the area.

The only way to truly cleanse this aura is either through the passage of time or by manual purification.

The vital energy of cultivators.

Is quite effective against the Evil Spirit aura.

Therefore, manually purifying the aura is a direct method.

It involves cultivators using their vital energy to uproot all residual Evil Spirit presence.

However.

Although this might seem simple.

Ancient Moon State spans over ten billion miles in radius.

If a cultivator below the Divine Transformation Realm did this, it would be nearly impossible to accomplish in a lifetime.

Thus.

Clearing such a vast area of all Evil Spirit presence is a tremendous challenge.

However.

If the Evil Spirit aura is fully cleansed from Ancient Moon State, this expansive territory would attract many people.

After all, in the Central Domain of one hundred and eight states, billions of cultivators reside, and all places rich in resources or classified as Cave Heaven Blessed Lands are occupied by formidable forces.

Currently.

All cultivators in Ancient Moon State have perished.

The Great Zhou Dynasty that once presided over it has vanished into history's dust.

Such a vast state.

Naturally holds a significant allure for other cultivators.

However.

These matters have little to do with Gu Qingfeng.

After resolving the Evil Spirit issue in Ancient Moon State, he returned to Qin Emperor City.

"Senior!"

Qin Qingran, who had been waiting there, had her worried expression instantly dissipate and a smile reappeared on her pretty face.

Gu Qingfeng looked at her and spoke lightly.

"The issue in Ancient Moon State has been resolved. I am returning to the Nine States. Do you plan to stay in Qin Emperor City or accompany me to the Nine States?"

"I am willing to follow Senior to the Nine States!"

Qin Qingran responded without hesitation.

Since she decided to follow Gu Qingfeng, she understood there was no possibility of returning to the Qin Family.

Seeing this.

Gu Qingfeng looked deeply at the other party and then said, "Your talent is good. From now on, follow me as my Direct Disciple."

"Direct Disciple..."

Qin Qingran's pretty face showed a hint of astonishment, clearly caught off guard.

Before she could respond.

Gu Qingfeng's voice came again.

"Next, before I leave Qin Emperor City, I will hold an apprenticeship banquet. At that time, everyone will know that you are my Direct Disciple."

"Thank you, mas... Master!"

Qin Qingran's expression was somewhat complex, her eyes dimmed slightly but quickly returned to normal as she bowed to Gu Qingfeng.

Looking at her, Gu Qingfeng said nothing more and waved his hand for her to withdraw.

Taking Qin Qingran as a disciple.

Was a decision Gu Qingfeng made after careful consideration.

The Ancient Qin Family sending her was merely an attempt to strengthen ties between the families.

For a girl, reputation is important.

Qin Qingran's situation would not stay hidden.

Even if he did nothing, there would likely be rumors.

Therefore.

Gu Qingfeng simply took her as a disciple.

This approach.

He believed the Ancient Qin Family wouldn't refuse.

Moreover.

Qin Qingran had excellent talent.

She possessed thirty percent Emperor Blood.

If she could seize opportunities in the future, her Emperor Blood could further evolve.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, she would at least be a Saint, if not more.

Given the limited number of powerful individuals in the Divine Martial Dynasty, another prodigy was certainly a good thing.

...

Soon.

The news that Gu Qingfeng intended to take Qin Qingran as a Direct Disciple spread throughout Qin Emperor City.

"Direct Disciple..."

Qin Zhentian, upon hearing the news, looked somewhat stunned.

Qin Xiongdao shook his head slightly, with a bitter smile: "It seems our Qin family's younger generation ultimately lacks that fortune.

But it is understandable. With his talent, he is destined to become a Great Emperor, and his choice of companion won't be made lightly.

However, this is also good. If Qin Qingran can become his disciple, the Ancient Qin Family would eventually have a connection with a Great Emperor!"

Qin Xiongdao had already heard about Qin Qingran's situation from Qin Zhentian.

Therefore.

He was well aware of it.

Only what he didn't expect.

Was that Qin Qingran would be taken as a disciple by Gu Qingfeng.

But as an experienced cultivator, Qin Xiongdao quickly understood Gu Qingfeng's intentions.

He could accept this result.

At least.

Gu Qingfeng didn't send Qin Qingran back in disgrace.

This indicated.

He was indeed willing to foster a good relationship with the Ancient Qin Family.

"Since he intends to take a disciple, it must be done grandly, announcing to the entire Central Domain so that all forces can come to witness!"

Qin Xiongdao pondered for a moment and then gave orders.

The Ancient Qin Family would take this opportunity to thoroughly publicize the news, solidifying their relationship.

...

In the Red Dust Immortal Sect.

Upon receiving this news, Luo Yang angrily rebuked: "What a conniving Ancient Qin Family, acting so despicably, truly hateful!"

The Red Dust Immortal Sect had yet to act, but the Ancient Qin Family had already sent a prodigy to Gu Qingfeng, infuriating Luo Yang.

More importantly.

Now, it was impossible for the Red Dust Immortal Sect to emulate this action.

After all, a sect is different from a noble family.