Supreme Emptiness

Chapter 1053: Chapter 1053: Qintian Bureau Summons

Jiang Fan ran all the way to the steps of the square.

Facing Qian Lan Fairy who swiftly approached, he reminded:

"Qian Lan, halt."

"All the guests are here, don’t lose your composure."

Qian Lan Fairy huffed, "Where did you, Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, get other guests from?"

"Trying to trick me?"

"I must chop you today..."

She leaped onto the platform steps.

Only then did she realize that both sides of the main hall were filled with people.

Bai Xin, householder of Qintian Bureau.

Sanqian Shangren from the Ten Thousand Tribulations Holy Temple, master of the Five Divisions.

The abbot of White Horse Temple, along with Dharma Seal Vajra and other monks.

Owner of Jiangshan First-class Building.

Qi Yin Master from the Heaven and Sea Pavilion.

Almost all were prominent figures from the Taicang State that she had to address as seniors.

They all looked at Qian Lan Fairy, who was holding a forty-meter-long knife, with curious expressions.

Qian Lan Fairy quickly sheathed her knife, tidied her hair, and awkwardly cupped her fist:

"Junior was just joking with Jiang Fan."

"I’m not usually so fierce."

"Really."

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master, with a wry smile, said, "Master Sister, Elder Brothers, please take your seats."

Qian Lan Fairy fiercely glared at Jiang Fan, blushing as she chose the last seat to sit down.

Yun Huo also sat beside her, extremely restrained.

Gazing at the assembly of the era’s powerful figures, they fell into deep shock.

Is this truly the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion that had declined, with no one willing to bear the legacy?

Even at its peak hundreds of years ago, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion was only this prosperous, right?

Watching Yun Tianzhou preside over the sect’s grand ceremony, full of vigor.

Feeling the lively atmosphere of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion.

Qian Lan Fairy’s eyes reddened slightly, whispering:

"The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion is reborn."

Yun Huo also blinked away the water in his eyes, his voice choking:

"Old Pavilion Master, you can rest assured now."

"The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion has successors."

At this moment.

A figure walked up to them.

It was Jiang Fan, holding a small plate, with thumb-sized, crystal-clear fruits on it.

"Qian Lan, Yun Huo, after such a long journey, have one to refresh yourselves."

Qian Lan Fairy rolled her eyes at him, looking disdainfully at the beans on the plate.

Out of courtesy due to the presence of esteemed guests, she took one.

Yun Huo also took one out of curiosity, whispering telepathically:

"Junior Sister, what is this?"

Qian Lan Fairy scoffed, "Would that brat’s stuff be good?"

"I’ll give you mine as well, eat it all if you’re not afraid of being poisoned."

She shoved hers to Yun Huo as well.

But just then.

An exclamation arrived.

"Dragon Marrow Seed?" Sanqian Shangren exclaimed: "Isn’t this a long-extinct Divine Object?"

"For those in the Nascent Soul Middle Stage and below, it has an astonishing effect of instantaneously breaking through a level!"

What?

Few had seen Dragon Marrow Seeds.

But certainly, everyone had heard of them.

No one expected that a newly established sect would bring out such a Divine Object to entertain guests!

Instantly, everyone’s eyes shone with fervor.

Qian Lan Fairy froze for a moment, was the brat giving her Dragon Marrow Seeds?

Doesn’t that mean she could break through to the Three Apertures Nascent Soul?

She quickly looked at her Dragon Marrow Seed.

Seeing Yun Huo clutching his hand, pocketing the two Dragon Marrow Seeds:

"Junior Sister, a gentleman’s word is his bond."

"Since you gave them to me, both belong to me."

Qian Lan Fairy fiercely said, "Should I also custom-make a forty-meter-long knife for you, would you like that?"

Yun Huo’s mouth twitched, and he returned them honestly.

Qian Lan Fairy, smiling broadly, held the Dragon Marrow Seeds, saying:

"I suppose the brat still has a conscience!"

As Jiang Fan distributed them one by one, the guests all wore smiles.

Today wasn’t just about offering congratulations.

It was clearly a fortuitous opportunity!

The hosts and guests were both delighted.

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master lit incense to pray, announcing sect rules, personnel appointments, future plans, etc.

Then bowed towards the sky: "From this day forth."

"The Qingli Mountain Tianji Pavilion is officially established!"

The gathered guests were filled with emotion.

A sect’s grand ceremony, attracting so many powerful figures from the Divine Sect to offer their congratulations.

This was rare across the entire Taicang State.

The future of the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion is promising.

滴滴!

嘀嘀嘀!

At this moment.

All the Identity Tokens of everyone, including those just granted new Tokens from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, rang simultaneously.

They picked up their Tokens to find a message from Qintian Bureau.

The notification was for all sects in the Taicang State.

"Connecting Sky Black Pillar Investigation Notification: Venerable, Bodhisattva investigations failed."

"Ten days later, a second investigation will occur."

"Each sect dispatch a Nascent Soul Realm member to rendezvous at the Connecting Sky Black Pillar in ten days."

"First place contribution shall receive a custom-made top-grade spiritual artifact, second a mid-grade spiritual artifact, third a fragmented move of Heaven Level Technique."

The news caused a sensation.

Jiang Fan’s face turned slightly somber, not surprised.

The fate of the True Word Venerable indicated that the investigation of the Connecting Sky Black Pillar was indeed not smooth.

A second investigation was inevitable.

The only surprise to him was how tempting the rewards were.

To actually craft a custom top-grade spiritual artifact.

Doesn’t this mean there’s hope for his Sword Array?

The strong members from various sects, upon receiving the news, also turned thoughtful and grave.

After the banquet ended, they all took their leave.

Returning to make arrangements for this matter.

Jian Linyuan, holding the Dragon Marrow Seed, felt undeserving as he said, "Senior Jiang."

"Shouldn’t the candidate from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion be you?"

Jiang Fan nodded, "I have more life-preserving methods, making me more suitable for such a dangerous action."

Investigating the Ancient Giant’s movements concerns all of Taicang State.

He does not plan to shirk it.

Moreover, there’s the reward he needs.

Jian Linyuan said, "You should come to my Jian Family soon."

"My Jian Family has techniques for concealing one’s aura, which might help you stay safe at the Connecting Sky Black Pillar."

"The promise of allowing you to study deeper in my Jian Family remains valid."

Jiang Fan’s eyes lit up, saying, "Before setting out, I will certainly visit your noble family."

After seeing off Jian Linyuan.

Jiang Fan approached Master Puguang.

"Master Jiang, be careful when you go to the Connecting Sky Black Pillar."

"Use the kasaya gifted by Bodhisattva wisely; it might protect you from calamities."

Jiang Fan suddenly understood.

No wonder Bodhisattva suddenly wanted to gift him a kasaya.

It turns out Bodhisattva had foresight of the second investigation and anticipated Jiang Fan’s involvement.

To prevent Jiang Fan’s demise at the Connecting Sky Black Pillar, ensuring no one would move it, he gifted a protective kasaya.

He smiled wryly: "Please convey my thanks to Bodhisattva for his concern."

Then Qi Yin Master, Qian Lan Fairy, and Fire Cloud Saint said their goodbyes in succession.

Following them were a few from the Ten Thousand Tribulations Holy Temple.

Given the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion’s grand ceremony today, small sects dared not harass anymore.

Their value as Guest Elders was minimal.

However, Jiang Fan warmly invited them to serve as Guest Elders, gifting them insights from "Cloud Shadow."

Lastly, there was Bai Xin, householder.

She said, "When the time comes, I will also go."

"I will protect you."

After speaking, she gave a nod and left.

Jiang Fan smiled knowingly.

This Bai Xin householder, as always, cold outside but warm inside.

Having a strong and trustworthy companion on this journey would indeed make it safer.

Outside the mountain gate.

Tong Fei impatiently waited for Bai Xin and others to come out.

"You took so long to come out, what good things did the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion use to entertain you all?"

"Made you reluctant to leave?"