Incredible Sect Simulator

After all, across the entire Lingxi State, there are sixteen dynasties in total, and even accounting for the Southern Wilderness Forest, the number of Golden Core Cultivators is still less than one hundred.

This doesn’t include the Dubhe Institute itself, which already houses over ten Golden Core Cultivators.

Nascent Soul True Monarchs are even rarer and each one is extremely precious, akin to a rare phoenix feather or a qilin’s horn. The fall of even one would cause ripples across various regions, representing a significant loss to Lingxi State.

One could say that every cultivator above the Crystallization stage can be considered a powerhouse within Lingxi State.

While the Dubhe Institute keeps track of their numbers, they also work to win them over, aligning them with their camp. This ensures that in times of crisis, when resources are stretched thin, these powerhouses can be called upon for assistance.

For instance, in the current chaos of the Demon Abyss, the Dubhe Institute attracts various powerhouses with battle merit points, ensuring they don’t exert themselves for nothing.

"That’s the situation. I have come here under orders, arriving at the Cyan Mountain Sect to escort Sect Leader Lu and Daoist Changfeng to the Dubhe Institute to exchange for their needed cultivation resources."

"Along the way, I will also visit the Heaven-Facing Sect, Celestial Saint Palace, Shenxiao Palace, and other places to meet the fellow Daoists there."

The Celestial Wind Daoist spoke slowly, showing a serious demeanor.

"Elder Lu, we are also very grateful for your heroic actions in eliminating the Nascent Soul Evil Demon from Lingxi State."

"If you have time, why not join us on this journey to the Dubhe Institute?"

The Celestial Wind Daoist issued an invitation.

This invitation was not his idea but under the guidance of the high-levels at the Dubhe Institute.

Upon learning about Lu Ping’s strength, the Dubhe Institute wanted strongly to win him over.

Having cultivated to this point, Lu Ping understood human relationships and how to interact with various powers.

With just a little thought, he could ascertain that the Dubhe Institute indeed had the intention of winning him over.

This was something he didn’t really need to refuse.

He could very well represent the Cyan Mountain Sect and strengthen the relationship between them and the Dubhe Institute.

Seeing Lu Ping in a considerate state, seemingly feeling that the invitation was just courteous words, the Celestial Wind Daoist immediately continued to speak: "Our Institute’s dean wishes to meet you. If you’re interested, please accompany us on this trip."

"Since your Institute is so gracious, I shall accept out of consideration."

"Very well, Elder Lu, please."

Lu Ping set out for the Dubhe Institute, with Lu Yuanshan and Lu Changfeng naturally not refusing.

Lu Yuanshan instructed Lu Zhiwei and Liu Qiumei to temporarily manage the sect, then boarded the flying ship with the rest.

The flying ship set off once again, heading north toward the Heaven-Facing Sect.

To meet with other Golden Core Cultivators, the Celestial Wind Daoist maneuvered the flying ship nearly across half of Lingxi State, eventually gathering several Golden Core Cultivators.

These Golden Core Cultivators were initially surprised upon being notified that the Dubhe Institute initiated the escort. Some even suspected the Celestial Wind Daoist of impersonating a member of the Dubhe Institute.

After all, the high and mighty Dubhe Institute surprisingly took the initiative to invite them, which was unheard of; even Lu Ping found it odd at the time.

Fortunately, with the Celestial Wind Daoist’s explanation, it was clear no one dared to impersonate Dubhe Institute cultivators.

Besides, Lu Yuanshan, Lu Changfeng, and especially Lu Ping were also aboard the flying ship.

Who would dare to impersonate?

Who could deceive a Nascent Soul True Monarch?

If it were Outer Realm demons impersonating for revenge and trying to wipe them out, Lu Ping would have already slain them with a single sword stroke.

Upon seeing Lu Ping aboard the flying ship, they too felt puzzled, wondering if he was also heading to the Dubhe Institute to receive a reward.

With such doubts, they didn’t ask further but rather engaged in discussions with Lu Yuanshan and Lu Changfeng.

On the journey to the Dubhe Institute, Lu Ping observed these Golden Core Cultivators on the flying ship.

Setting aside Lu Yuanshan, Lu Changfeng, and the Celestial Wind Daoist, there were a total of seven Golden Core Cultivators on the flying ship.

Among these seven, there were five men and two women.

The highest cultivation among them was a Golden Core Ninth-Layer elder from the Beast Taming Sect, named Yang Zhenning, already attempting to break through to the Nascent Soul Stage.

The weakest, then, was Lu Changfeng.

"How is it that Changfeng’s strength ranks at the bottom among this group?"

Lu Ping chuckled bitterly to himself.

Even Lu Yuanshan’s cultivation realm among these people wasn’t exactly top-notch, merely sitting in the middle tiers.

But defining strength solely by cultivation realm is not accurate.

Lu Yuanshan’s Fourth-Layer Golden Core strength could contend with Golden Core Fifth-Layer cultivators.

Although both Lu Yuanshan and Lu Changfeng’s strength wasn’t particularly outstanding,

none of them, including Bai Xianhe, looked down on them in the slightest, engaging in lively discussions with them, joking along the way, which unknowingly drew everyone closer.

It was a great opportunity to build connections.

With nine Golden Core Cultivators gathered together, such an event was rarely seen.

Someone then suggested hosting a small exchange meeting right then, where each could bring out resources for trade.

These resources were items they usually didn’t use or were temporarily idle and could be traded to those in need.

This trade of resources served well to utilize them effectively, rather than letting them collect dust.

"I’ll go first. I have an item to exchange."

The first to decide to bring out their item was Bai Xianhe.

With a wave of her delicate hand, a red flag magical artifact floated in the air, emitting a faint red glow.

"This item is called the Red Flood Dragon Banner, reaching the Tier Five Middle Grade, and contains a Red Flood Dragon Soul inside..."

Bai Xianhe introduced it in detail, observing who might be interested in this magical artifact.

This Red Flood Dragon Banner didn’t suit her, so she wanted to exchange it.

"I wish to exchange it for a flying sword magical artifact of the same tier. Does anyone have a similar artifact idly available for exchange?"

Bai Xianhe glanced around, stating her exchange requirement.

A Tier Five Middle Grade Red Flood Dragon Banner—such an artifact had decent utility.

Among the attendees, some cultivators interested in the Red Flood Dragon Banner brought out their idle flying swords.

"I have a Tier Five Low-grade Fire Cloud Sword, a fire attribute flying sword containing Fire Cloud Sword Qi, quite suitable for cultivators with main fire attribute spirit roots or cultivation techniques."

"This sword in my hand is called the Black Water Sword, Tier Five Middle Grade, and I wish to exchange it with Bai Daoist for the Red Flood Dragon Banner."

"This sword is named Qiushui, Tier Five Middle Grade, which has followed me in countless battles. If Bai Daoist seems interested, I’m willing to make an exchange."

Once the Red Flood Dragon Banner appeared, three people brought out flying swords for a potential deal.

Lu Yuanshan, Lu Changfeng, Celestial Wind Daoist, and others watched with interest.