Transmigration and Self-Saving Cultivation

Chapter 282 Glory and Rewards.

The celebratory atmosphere of the victory banquet had barely faded when praise for Jun Luochuan and Su Yao flooded the cultivation world. Their feat of annihilating the Shadow Cult made them undisputed heroes of the cultivation world, a halo of glory tightly enveloping them.

The morning after the victory celebration, sunlight shone through the thin mist onto the towering buildings of Jun Luochuan's sect. Jun Luochuan and Su Yao had just finished their daily cultivation when they were urgently summoned to the main hall by the sect leader.

Stepping into the main hall, a solemn and dignified atmosphere immediately enveloped them. Inside, the leaders of various sects and highly respected elders had already gathered, their eyes filled with expectation and admiration, all fixed on Jun Luochuan and Su Yao.

The sect leader stood in the center of the hall, dressed in magnificent and solemn sect leader's robes, his expression dignified and serious. Upon seeing Jun Luochuan and Su Yao arrive, he slightly raised his hand, gesturing for the two to step forward.

"Jun Luochuan and Su Yao, you led the people to successfully wipe out the Shadow Cult, eliminating a major scourge for the cultivation world and making an unparalleled contribution. Your bravery, fearlessness, and extraordinary wisdom are truly exemplary for our cultivation world." The sect leader's voice was loud and firm, echoing in the spacious main hall.

Jun Luochuan and Su Yao exchanged a glance and bowed slightly in humility. "Sect Leader, you flatter us. This is not solely due to our efforts, but rather the result of the concerted efforts of the entire cultivation world. Without the support and dedication of all of you, we could never have achieved such success," Jun Luochuan replied earnestly.

Su Yao quickly nodded in agreement: "Yes, we have shared joys and sorrows and fought side by side along the way. Every cultivator has contributed their strength to this victory."

The sect leaders and elders nodded in agreement, expressing their appreciation for the two men's humble attitude. "That being said, the leadership and crucial role you two played cannot be ignored," a white-haired elder said slowly, his eyes filled with satisfaction and affirmation.

Then, the sect leader gently waved his hand, signaling the disciples to present the prepared rewards. A group of disciples filed in, carrying exquisite trays covered with red silk, from which the glow of the items beneath could be faintly seen.

"Jun Luochuan, in recognition of your outstanding leadership and extraordinary performance in the fight against the Shadow Cult, you are hereby bestowed the 'Spirit-Controlling Divine Sword.' This sword is an ancient divine artifact, imbued with powerful spiritual energy, perfectly complementing your cultivation techniques and undoubtedly helping you advance further on your path of cultivation." The sect leader unveiled a silk ribbon on one of the trays, revealing a divine sword whose blade shimmered with multicolored light. The sword was covered with mysterious runes, and as the runes flowed, it seemed as if spirits were moving within them, emanating a sharp sword aura.

A hint of surprise and excitement flashed in Jun Luochuan's eyes. He respectfully accepted the Spirit Control Divine Sword, knelt on one knee, and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Sect Leader. I will live up to your expectations and use this divine sword to protect the peace and tranquility of the cultivation world."

"Su Yao, you are exceptionally intelligent. In battle, you have repeatedly used your wisdom to resolve crises and made great contributions to victory. This 'Spiritual Wisdom Bracelet' is bestowed upon you. This bracelet can enhance the wearer's spiritual perception and spellcasting speed, greatly benefiting your cultivation." The sect leader then unveiled another tray of silk, revealing a bracelet radiating a soft blue light. A blue gemstone was inlaid on the bracelet, its light shimmering as if containing boundless wisdom.

Su Yao covered her mouth in surprise, her eyes filled with emotion. She stepped forward, took the Spirit Wisdom Bracelet, put it on her wrist, twirled it playfully, and said, "Wow, it's so beautiful! Thank you, Sect Leader, I will cherish it."

Besides these two precious magical treasures, the leaders of other sects also presented their own generous gifts. Some sects gifted rare spiritual plants, which could not only be used to refine high-grade pills but also aid in cultivation and enhance spiritual power; others offered secret manuals containing their unique techniques, hoping that Jun Luochuan and Su Yao could draw nourishment from them to further improve their strength.

"This is our Qingxia Sect's 'Spirit Gathering Manual.' The cultivation methods in this manual can help cultivators gather spiritual power more quickly and break through bottlenecks. We hope you two will accept it and add glory to the cultivation world." The Qingxia Sect leader smiled as he handed an ancient manual to Jun Luochuan.

Jun Luochuan accepted the gift with both hands and said gratefully, "Thank you very much, Sect Leader of Qingxia Sect. This gift is too precious. I will definitely study it carefully."

"This 'Seven-Colored Exquisite Grass' is the treasure of our Azure Cloud Valley, possessing the miraculous effects of reviving the dead and reshaping meridians. Miss Su Yao has rescued many wounded comrades in battle, so gifting this grass to you is truly fitting." The Valley Master of Azure Cloud Valley personally handed a jade box to Su Yao. Inside the jade box, a spiritual grass shimmering with seven-colored light lay quietly, exuding a rich vitality.

Su Yao looked at the spiritual herbs in the jade box in surprise and quickly said, "This is too precious, I..." Before she could refuse, the Valley Master of Biyun Valley said with a smile, "Miss Su Yao, there is no need to refuse. Everything you have done for the cultivation world is worthy of this gift."

Faced with so much glory and generous rewards, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao were filled with emotion and a sense of responsibility. They knew that this was not only recognition of them, but also a heavy expectation.

After receiving their rewards, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao walked out of the main hall. Sunlight shone on them, as if draping them in a golden glow.

"Jun Luochuan, I never expected to receive so many precious gifts. It feels like a dream." Su Yao looked excitedly at the Spirit Wisdom Bracelet on her wrist, her eyes sparkling.

Jun Luochuan smiled slightly, looked at the Spirit Control Divine Sword in his hand, and said, "This is everyone's trust and expectation of us. We must work harder to live up to this honor."

"Yes, I know. From now on, we will work together to protect the cultivation world and make it even better," Su Yao said firmly.

Back at their lodgings, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao began to carefully examine the rewards. Jun Luochuan held the Spirit-Controlling Divine Sword, channeling his spiritual power into it. Instantly, the sword shone brightly, and streaks of sword energy shot out from its blade, crisscrossing the room. Jun Luochuan felt the perfect harmony between the divine sword and his own spiritual power, his heart filled with joy.

"This Spirit-Controlling Divine Sword truly lives up to its reputation. With it, my strength will definitely reach a new level," Jun Luochuan said excitedly.

Su Yao then put on the Spirit Wisdom Bracelet and tried casting a spell. To her surprise, the spiritual energy that used to take a certain amount of time to gather was now gathered instantly, and the spell could be cast much faster than before.

"Wow, this Spirit Bracelet is amazing! It will make casting spells much easier from now on," Su Yao said happily.

However, the joy brought by the glory and rewards did not intoxicate them. After a brief period of excitement, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao quickly adjusted their state and devoted themselves to their new cultivation plan. They knew that the path of cultivation was long and arduous, and although the Shadow Cult had been destroyed, they might still face various unknown challenges in the future.

In the days that followed, Jun Luochuan devoted himself to studying the techniques of using the Spirit Control Divine Sword, establishing a deeper connection with it. He practiced his swordsmanship repeatedly in the sect's training grounds, each strike imbued with powerful spiritual energy, leaving deep marks on the ground wherever the sword energy passed.

Su Yao was immersed in exploring the Spirit Wisdom Bracelet, while also carefully studying the secret manuals given by various sects. She tried to combine different cultivation methods with her own, searching for a cultivation path more suitable for her.

In their spare time from cultivation, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao would also exchange ideas with other cultivators. They shared their experiences and insights from fighting the Shadow Cult to help other cultivators improve their strength.

"Senior Brother Jun, how did you quickly find a way to break the Shadow Cult's dark magic?" a young cultivator asked curiously.

Jun Luochuan smiled and replied, "When facing dark magic, the first thing to do is to remain calm and carefully observe the rules and weaknesses of the spell. At the same time, you should combine your knowledge and experience to try different ways to break it. Most importantly, don't be afraid of failure; be brave enough to try."

"Senior Sister Su Yao, you always come up with so many ingenious methods in battle. Do you have any secrets?" another female disciple asked Su Yao.

Su Yao blinked and smiled, saying, "Actually, there's no secret. You just need to read more books and accumulate more knowledge. When you encounter problems, don't limit yourself to conventional thinking. Be bold enough to break through and think from different angles. Also, the power of the team is very important. When everyone discusses things together, they can often come up with better solutions."

Jun Luochuan and Su Yao's generous sharing of their knowledge greatly benefited many cultivators. As a result, their prestige in the cultivation world grew, making them idols and role models for the younger generation of cultivators.

However, just as Jun Luochuan and Su Yao were immersed in their fulfilling life of cultivation and sharing, an unexpected message shattered their brief peace. Some cultivators had discovered strange phenomena on the edge of the cultivation world: some previously tranquil spiritual veins were beginning to become disordered, with abnormal fluctuations in spiritual energy, as if a mysterious force was interfering.

Upon learning this news, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao immediately realized the seriousness of the situation. Forgetting their cultivation, they hurriedly packed their bags and prepared to head to the place where the spiritual vein was acting strangely to investigate.

"Jun Luochuan, could the problem with this spiritual vein be related to the Shadow Cult? Although they have been destroyed, could there still be some residual dark forces at work?" Su Yao asked worriedly.

Jun Luochuan frowned, a hint of wariness in his eyes, and said, "Very likely. In any case, let's go and see what's going on. This spiritual vein is related to the supply of spiritual energy for the entire cultivation world, so we must not take it lightly."

Thus, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao, leading a group of elite disciples, embarked on their journey to the place of abnormal spiritual veins. Along the way, they endured wind and rain, traveling day and night.

When they arrived at the mountain range where the spiritual vein was located, a dense, oppressive aura enveloped them. The once lush and verdant mountains now appeared somewhat gloomy, with the leaves of the trees withered and fallen, as if they had lost their vitality.

"Everyone be careful, the spiritual energy fluctuations here are very chaotic, and there may be hidden dangers," Jun Luochuan said in a low voice to the group.

Everyone nodded, gripped their weapons tightly, and cautiously made their way deeper into the spiritual vein. Suddenly, a group of dark figures appeared ahead. These figures were twisted and emanated an eerie aura as they rapidly approached them.

"Prepare for battle!" Jun Luochuan shouted, swiftly drawing his Spirit-Controlling Divine Sword. The sword gleamed, its sword energy crisscrossing, as if sensing the impending battle.

Su Yao quickly cast a spell, and a bright light shot from her hand, illuminating the surrounding darkness. In the light, everyone could see the shapes of the shadowy figures; they were a group of demonic beasts corrupted by dark power.

These beasts, which were originally docile and kind, have now become frenzied and brutal. Their eyes flashed red, and they let out low roars as they pounced on Jun Luochuan and the others.

"These demonic beasts are controlled by dark forces. We must deal with them as soon as possible and prevent them from getting close to the spiritual veins," Jun Luochuan shouted.

Having said that, he charged towards the horde of demonic beasts. With a flourish of his Spirit-Controlling Divine Sword, streaks of sword energy shot out like lightning, instantly striking several of the beasts. The beasts screamed in agony, but instead of retreating, they attacked even more frantically.

Su Yao cast various support spells from the rear, enhancing her teammates' strength and resisting the corruption of dark forces. While casting spells, she observed the monster's movements, trying to find a way to break free from the dark control.

"Jun Luochuan, I've discovered that these monsters' weakness is in their eyes. Attacking there might restore them to normal," Su Yao shouted.

Upon hearing Su Yao's reminder, Jun Luochuan immediately changed his attack strategy. He spotted a demonic beast, flashed to its side, and thrust his sword into its eye. The beast roared in pain, its body trembled, the dark power gradually dissipated, and a sliver of clarity returned to its eyes.

"Listen up, everyone, attack their eyes!" Jun Luochuan shouted.

Upon hearing this, everyone adjusted their attack direction. Under their combined attack, the demonic beasts gradually broke free from the control of the dark power and collapsed to the ground.

After dealing with the group of demonic beasts, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao continued deeper into the spiritual vein. They discovered a massive black vortex at the core of the vein, frantically devouring the surrounding spiritual energy and causing the vein to become disordered.

"What exactly is this thing? Why is it in the core of the spiritual vein?" a disciple asked in surprise.

Jun Luochuan and Su Yao exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with doubt. They cautiously approached the black vortex, trying to figure out its origin.

Just then, a sinister laugh suddenly echoed from within the black vortex. "Hahahaha, you've finally arrived! This spiritual vein is the energy source for my revival, and no one can stop me!"

A huge, dark figure slowly emerged from the vortex. His body was as tall as a mountain, and his whole body exuded a powerful dark aura that sent chills down people's spines.

"Who are you? Why are you destroying the spiritual veins?" Jun Luochuan shouted, his Spirit Control Divine Sword shining brightly, ready for battle at any moment.

The dark figure sneered, "I am the remnant soul of an ancient dark god, trapped here for countless years. Now, with the power of this spiritual vein, I am about to be resurrected. You ants will all become my sacrifices today!"

Faced with such a powerful enemy, Jun Luochuan and Su Yao felt no fear whatsoever. They knew that they bore the heavy responsibility of protecting the cultivation world and could not back down.

"No matter who you are, if you want to destroy the spiritual veins, you'll have to get past us first!" Jun Luochuan roared, unleashing his strongest sword technique as he charged towards the remnant soul of the Dark Demon God.

Su Yao also swiftly unleashed powerful magic, fighting alongside Jun Luochuan. A thrilling battle unfolded at the core of the spiritual vein. Could Jun Luochuan and Su Yao defeat the remnant soul of the Dark Demon God and protect the spiritual vein? What challenges would they face? Everything remained to be seen.

End of this chapter