"Since junior brother is so confident, I wonât say more."
Seeing Li Yunjingâs firm decision, Xu Wuyi did not try to dissuade him but said solemnly, "However, during this journey, you and Fu Chao must be careful! Although Celestial Hongzi wouldnât openly violate the sect rules, his secretive tactics should not be underestimated."
"Donât worry, senior brother, I know my limits."
Li Yunjing nodded and smiled, "If Celestial Hongzi really dares to make a move against me outside, then heâs courting death! I was worried I wouldnât have the chance to thoroughly resolve this trouble."
"Old Li, during this journey, not only must we guard against Celestial Hongzi, but also be cautious of the secret surveillance from other forces."
Standing beside, a trace of coldness flashed in Fu Chaoâs eyes as he said softly, "After all, your reputation within the sect is soaring like the sun, which may inevitably provoke hostility from others."
"Rest assured!"
Li Yunjing smiled slightly and said to Fu Chao, "Soldiers will block, water will cover; we only need to prepare ourselves well, and for the rest, weâll deal with them as they come."
Seeing Li Yunjingâs calm demeanor, everyoneâs worries were slightly eased.
"Alright, thereâs no need for you to worry about me anymore."
Li Yunjing looked around with determined eyes, "The affairs within the sect are entrusted to you. My journey with Fu Chao may last as short as several months or as long as one or two years, but we will certainly return. By then, I hope to see everything within the sect orderly, everyone fulfilling their roles and striving together for the sectâs grand cause."
"Yes!"
Everyone responded in unison, expressing their full support for Li Yunjing to ensure stability within the sect.
After this gathering dispersed, Xu Wuyi took charge of the "Seven Star Palace;" the "Purple Cloud Faction" was handed over to Yu Zongzhe, Yang Wenzheng, and Fang Long.
Both sides had extremely talented administrators, so Li Yunjing had no worries about the time he would be absent.
Even if these people couldnât compete against the forces of "Dubhe Peak," it was no big deal, after all, they could call for backup!
None of these four men were simple!
Behind them were massive forces, enough to provide assistance and stabilize the situation.
This was the solution Li Yunjing thought of after careful consideration.
Only then could he leave without any worries.
After seeing everyone off, at the entrance of "Qiuwu Manor," only Li Yunjing and Fu Chao remained, standing at the entrance, watching the direct successors leave in twos and threes.
Li Yunjing softly said to Fu Chao, "Howâs the investigation of the âCelestial Ruins Secret Realmâ going?"
"I havenât been idle these days, and thereâs already some clues!"
Fu Chao nodded and said solemnly, "With the incomplete map we have, weâre definitely at an advantage over others!"
"Good!"
Li Yunjing smiled slightly, "In ten days, weâll set out once weâre prepared!"
"Then itâs settled! In ten days, weâll meet at âGuest Welcoming Peakâ!"
Fu Chao nodded, he also needed time to return to his place to arrange matters of the Fu Family and within the sect.
As for not choosing to bring others along!
One reason is Li Yunjingâs confidence; having more people would instead be a burden, affecting his combat power.
Second, Li Yunjing is cautious about having too many people so that when confronting Celestial Hongzi and the others, more people would mean more gossip, spreading news that could make matters regarding killing fellow disciples troublesome to speak of.
With only Li Yunjing and Fu Chao, both trusting in each otherâs friendship, naturally, they were not afraid of committing offenses together.
One could say that to protect his reputation from being harmed, Li Yunjing was taking great risks.
After seeing Fu Chao off, Li Yunjing returned to "Qiuwu Manor," closing the door heavily.
Li Yunjing swept his Divine Sense across the manor; besides Xiao Huang, only Zhu Wanyun was cultivating within the manor.
Seeing this woman diligently cultivating, Li Yunjing nodded slightly.
Li Yunjing returned to his seclusion chamber, activated the restriction, and began organizing his possessions.
During this time back at the sect, Li Yunjing consumed a lot of resources.
Besides forming alliances with people from the "Purple Cloud Faction" and "Seven Stars Peak," he also distributed some resources to friends and elders within the sect.
Especially the "Scripture Pavilion," "Law Enforcement Hall," "Celestial Craft Hall," "Rising Sun Peak," "Mad Extreme Peak," "Jade Maiden Peak"... even "Shenxiao Peak," had elders who received gifts from Li Yunjing.
Although they were specialties from the East Sea, not considered expensive treasures, the sheer number could not be ignored!
Li Yunjing sat cross-legged in the seclusion chamber, several "Storage Bracelets" and "Storage Rings" placed in front of him.
He opened them one by one, carefully counting the items inside.
"Purple Cloud Faction, Seven Stars Peak, Scripture Pavilion, Law Enforcement Hall..."
Li Yunjing murmured to himself as he counted, "Although these forces are neutral, as long as I continue to win them over, my position within the sect will be even more solid in the future."
He took out a jade scroll and infused his Divine Sense into it, where the detailed list of gifts he had given during this time was recorded.
Every elder, every core discipleâs preferences, personalities, and backgrounds were meticulously recorded.
To establish a firm footing within the sect, mere power is insufficient; one also needs enough connections and support.
"The elders of âCelestial Craft Hallâ favor refining materials; the Peak Master of âRising Sun Peakâ favors Spirit Tea; the one from âMad Extreme Peakâ has a penchant for East Sea specialties..."
Li Yunjing smiled slightly, having already formed his next plan in his mind.
After counting his possessions, Li Yunjingâs wealth had shrunk by half.
Of the remaining treasures, aside from those he used regularly, there werenât many items left.