紫宗，風云變幻， Prepare for the upcoming Conquest Assembly. The entire sect buzzed with activity, the energy of anticipation crackling through the air. Many were busy accumulating merit, their eyes on the grand treasures that awaited them. It was a time of great preparation, a time of expectation.

As Xu Qing and the old bull returned, Mount Wuming was quieter than ever. Perhaps the approachingassembly was the reason, but the recent acquisition of significant spiritual artifacts also played a role. The sect members were eager to gain more merits, aiming for better artifacts.

Returning to the small courtyard of Mount Wuming, Xu Qing, with the old bull by his side, entered without fanfare.

As they landed, a purple shadow flitted towards him, stepping right into his face with such force that Xu Qing stumbled back.

"Xu Master!"

It was the fox spirit, Zi Yun, barreling into him with such enthusiasm that she wrapped her arms around his head, leaving him temporarily blinded by her playful antics. It was a sight that could not help but bring a smile to Xu Qing's face.

"This little fox has really gotten quicker," Xu Qing murmured to himself.

"Get down from there!" Xu Qing said, gently pushing her off.

Looking at the fox, Xu Qing felt an odd sense of realization—she seemed more lively, almost as if...

..."more sentient?"

"Haha..." Zi Yun giggled. "Xu Master, guess what realm I am now?"

Xu Qing replied casually, "Return to the Void."

Zi Yun's eyes widened. "How did you know?"

Because I'm a Transit Immortal.

It seemed that her power had surged significantly, but her intelligence seemed to be lagging behind. Oh well, a big brain isn't necessary when you have a big head.

"Oh, by the way!" Zi Yun said excitedly.

She had mentioned something during her recent breakthrough, something that felt like it wanted to burst out of her, but she dared not let it loose.

"Try it now," Xu Qing suggested out of curiosity.

"Alright!" Zi Yun was elated.

One could see the excitement bubbling up within her, fueled by her sudden leap from Golden Core to Transit Immortal, a massive surge that made her entire existence feel like a whirlwind.

The next moment, Zi Yun's long ears stood straight, as if she was pushing with all her might.

Xu Qing and the old bull exchanged puzzled glances, wondering if perhaps she was about to relieve herself.

But as Xu Qing's hopes dimmed, a dazzling purple aura began to emanate from Zi Yun's body. Suddenly, her form lifted, as if supported by some unseen force, spiraling upward into the sky.

"Um..." Xu Qing immediately focused his concentration, ready to fend off any incoming attack.

But it didn't take long for him to realize that the energy being released by Zi Yun was incredibly unique, almost divine!

Just like...

His own memories of the old bull's true form!

The old bull had been able to manifest his true form due to several factors: the absorption of a trace of the Dao from the moment of Mu Jieying's first enlightenment, and the guidance from the celestial magpie. These were extraordinary blessings that enabled the old bull to manifest his true form in the Great Perfection stage. Moreover, Xu Qing had learned that the true form of an immortal beast could only be unleashed after reaching the Great Perfection stage.

But Zi Yun was merely in the Transit Immortal stage, far from the Consolidation stage, yet she could manifest a true form. This was nothing short of stunning to the old bull. Even Xu Qing himself was curious about Zi Yun.

"Xuan Que said she was a spirit beast, but Zi Yun's performance here is just too far beyond the norm," Xu Qing muttered to himself in disbelief.

Suddenly, the幻影 behind Zi Yun began to扭 its body, its white eyes turning towards Xu Qing. At that moment, a streak of purple light pierced through the clouds above, creating a breach, as if something was pouring down from the heavens.

Xu Qing furrowed his brow and was about to react when the illusion quickly dissipated. The energy being emitted by Zi Yun's body rapidly weakened.

Xu Qing leaped into the air and caught the collapsing Zi Yun in his arms. The celestial magpie, who had been watching from afar, also arrived at the courtyard.

"What was that? A Technique to Move Heaven and Earth?"

The celestial magpie asked Xu Qing.

Xu Qing shook his head silently, merely glancing at the fox spirit in his arms.

Upon seeing this, it seemed that the celestial magpie also understood something.

"This is incredible," Xu Qing murmured, trying to make sense of the situation.

Suddenly, Zi Yun, who had been resting in Xu Qing's arms, muttered something.

"Yes?"

Xu Qing leaned down to listen, hoping to catch what she had to say.

But to his surprise, Zi Yun was murmuring, "That basket of vegetables... so delicious."

Xu Qing: "..."

Old Bull: "..."

Celestial Magpie: "..."

The three of them were slightly embarrassed by her lack of concern given the grandeur of the event just moments earlier. It seemed that Zi Yun was too carefree to be troubled by such things.

"Old Bull, Celestial Magpie, take care of her for now," Xu Qing said, passing Zi Yun to the old bull.

"You?" The celestial magpie asked Xu Qing, looking at him.

"Since I've returned, of course, I have to finish the last thing," Xu Qing said with a smile.

The celestial magpie and the old bull knew what he was referring to. The Spiritual Soul Formation was at its final stages, and once complete, it would make the Purple Yang Sect the most formidable force in the Qingcang Realm. Even the superpower sects like the Immortal Sword Sect would be unable to face the spirits of the Four Divine Beasts directly.

As Xu Qing left, the celestial magpie watched him with a look of disbelief. She still found it hard to believe this young man, but her gaze shifted to the fox spirit in the old bull's arms.

"Was that a Technique to Move Heaven and Earth?" she asked the old bull.

"Yes," the old bull said, his voice tinged with solemnity. "Xu Qing and I were both there, and Zi Yun even intended to attack, but she seemed to lose her strength."

Hearing this, the celestial magpie took a deep breath. It seemed that Xu Qing, alone, was already astonishing enough, but now, this little fox had entered the equation.

Spirit beasts were different from ordinary beasts; they were the closest to divine creatures. Beasts could reach the level of divine creatures through their bloodline and efforts, but spirit beasts were born with extraordinary abilities.

Could it be that the fox spirit's ability was to manifest a human-shaped true form?

This was a concept that went against her knowledge of spirit beasts. She had only ever heard of such creatures during her time at the Palace of the Moon.

With a smile on her lips, she said, "The Purple Yang Sect is becoming more interesting by the day."