C14 I Can Lend You a Hand!!

It was clear that Ren Qingfeng's current level of cultivation wasn't sufficient to advance to the Void Refining Stage. Yet, faced with significant threats to the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect, he had no choice but to attempt a forced elevation of his power. Unfortunately, his attempt to break through failed, leaving him teetering on the brink of death.

Reflecting on this, Wai Jiang realized it was time for him to intervene discreetly. He had plans to remain with the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect for the foreseeable future, and if Ren Qingfeng were to perish, it would throw the entire region of Leizhou into turmoil. While Wai Jiang wasn't one to shy away from complications, he preferred to cultivate quietly as a Miscellaneous Affairs disciple. However, should Leizhou descend into disorder, his tranquil life of cultivation would become an unattainable dream.

Thankfully, upon seeing Elder Lin acquire some valuable pills from the Spiritual Pill Pavilion, Wai Jiang understood that Sect Master Ren Qingfeng was not in immediate danger. With this in mind, he decided to attend to his duties as a Miscellaneous Affairs disciple for the day before taking any further action.

Today's task involved tidying up the Heaven Dao Pavilion. Since he had already acquired most of the techniques available there, the likelihood of discovering anything new was slim. Consequently, Wai Jiang skipped the routine check-in at the Heaven Dao Pavilion, planning instead to visit the Sword Tomb later that night to register.

As evening fell, Wai Jiang cloaked his face with a black cloth and concealed his cultivation to the utmost degree. His presence was so well masked that even Cultivators of his level would fail to notice him. Stealthily, he made his way to the mountain where Ren Qingfeng was recuperating.

Despite the late hour, the two Vice Sect Masters of the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect were present, taking turns channeling Spiritual Force into Ren Qingfeng to stabilize his condition. They were acutely aware that Ren Qingfeng was nearing his final moments. Elder Lin paced nearby, shaking his head and sighing with worry.

"The fact that our Sect Master has been injured has already been leaked by spies from other sects. It won't be long before our Profound Heaven Taoism Sect is plunged into unrest," he lamented.

Upon hearing this, the Vice Sect Masters' expressions grew tense with concern, dreading the potential fallout should Ren Qingfeng succumb to his injuries.

With only two Deification Stage Cultivators remaining, safeguarding the vast Profound Heaven Taoism Sect was no easy feat.

Among the sect's three Deification Stage Cultivators, only the Sect Master, Ren Qingfeng, had reached the pinnacle of the Deification Stage.

Lou Haitian was at the late Deification Stage, while Mooh Chenyi's strength lagged slightly behind, being in the middle stage of Deification.

"Damn, if only we had a Holy Spirit Pill!" Lou Haitian lamented with a wry smile.

Upon hearing the mention of the Holy Spirit Pill, Mooh Chenyi furrowed his brow. "Such a pill might not even exist in all of Leizhou."

The three Sect Masters of Profound Heaven Taoism Sect were, in fact, well-acquainted with the Holy Spirit Pill.

In the days of the Profound Heaven Holy Land, procuring such a pill would have been no challenge.

But now, with only the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect remaining, possessing such a miraculous medicine was out of the question.

Wai Jiang, concealed nearby, was taken aback by their conversation—he had the Holy Spirit Pill!

Indeed, he had spent several years within the sect, regularly checking in at the Spiritual Pill Pavilion.

His Small Dimension was stocked with over a dozen bottles of the Holy Spirit Pill!

He had been grappling with how to rescue Ren Qingfeng without revealing his identity, but now, armed with the Holy Spirit Pill, he could effortlessly enact his plan.

So, he stealthily approached Ren Qingfeng.

Having masked his cultivation level and aura, and his face as well, he went unrecognized by Elder Lin.

"Who goes there?" Lou Haitian demanded, his expression grave.

Somehow, a person had appeared right beside him undetected!

He was certain that the masked figure was an immensely powerful Cultivator.

Mooh Chenyi, the other Vice Sect Master, also summoned his Spiritual Force, readying himself for combat.

Yet, they hesitated to make a move.

Wai Jiang's approach had been exceedingly quiet, after all.

And now, he stood before the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect's Sect Master, Ren Qingfeng.

They were apprehensive that a hasty attack might inadvertently harm Ren Qingfeng.

Wai Jiang, however, paid no mind to the tense individuals around him.

Instead, he swiftly erected a formidable barrier before him.

After all, his sole purpose for being there was to rescue someone; idle chatter was not on his agenda.

The presence of Elder Lin further complicated matters.

It would be problematic if Elder Lin recognized his voice.

Noticing Wai Jiang's lack of response, Lou Haitian and Mooh Chenyi grew even more anxious.

They feared that the newcomer had targeted Ren Qingfeng!

Indeed, the news of Ren Qingfeng's failed attempt to advance to the Void Refining Stage had slipped out.

It was possible that an adversary of the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect had arrived!

Consequently, Lou Haitian and Mooh Chenyi unleashed their potent Spiritual Force in an assault towards Wai Jiang.

Their probing attack was meant to ascertain Wai Jiang's level of cultivation.

Yet, their offensive was effortlessly neutralized by the barrier, rendering it utterly ineffective.

This turn of events left everyone in attendance utterly astounded!

To think that the combined might of two Deification Stage cultivators could be thwarted so easily was beyond belief.

"Could he be a Void Refining Stage cultivator?" Mooh Chenyi exclaimed in astonishment.

Upon hearing his speculation, Lou Haitian also harbored similar suspicions.

Under normal circumstances, even a peak Deification Stage cultivator would struggle to fend off their joint attack.

At the very least, it would require their utmost effort to withstand it.

But what they had just seen was Wai Jiang casually deploying a barrier that effortlessly repelled their attacks.

Such an occurrence was unprecedented!

However, once they surmised Wai Jiang's level of power, the two Vice Sect Masters of the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect could only respond with a wry smile.

Under ordinary conditions, even when facing an early-stage Void Refining Cultivator, the combined strength of the three Sect Masters of the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect, along with their grand protective array, would be sufficient to mount a defense.

But now, an intruder had silently infiltrated the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect.

And at a time when Ren Qingfeng was critically injured and near death, they were utterly powerless to resist.

However, they soon realized that Wai Jiang was not an enemy. After erecting the barrier, he caused no harm to Ren Qingfeng. Instead, a bottle of pills materialized in his hand. Witnessing this, Ren Qingfeng, who was teetering on the brink of death, looked on with a puzzled expression, "Could he possibly be trying to save me?"

Without any delay, Wai Jiang uncorked the bottle and revealed a Holy Spirit Pill. The sight of the Holy Spirit Pill left everyone present in utter shock. Lou Haitian exclaimed, "Is that really a Holy Spirit Pill? How can this be?" It was common knowledge that the Profound Heaven Holy Land had long since vanished. If the Holy Spirit Pill still existed, how could the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect not possess even one?

Naturally, as the Sect Master and the Deputy, they had never seen one firsthand, yet they recognized the Holy Spirit Pill instantly. This recognition was the source of their astonishment when Wai Jiang produced the pill. Meanwhile, Mooh Chenyi entertained a daring thought, "Could this man be the revered ancestor of our Profound Heaven Taoism Sect?" He kept this speculation to himself, though.

Elder Lin's eyes sparkled with delight, as he had already surmised that Wai Jiang had come to rescue Ren Qingfeng. If Ren Qingfeng's wounds were to heal, then the foundation of their Profound Heaven Taoism Sect would be secured. Seeing the longing in Ren Qingfeng's eyes, Wai Jiang promptly placed the Holy Spirit Pill into his mouth. He then sat down cross-legged and began channeling his energy to aid in the healing of Ren Qingfeng's injuries.

After a full hour, Ren Qingfeng breathed a sigh of relief. His injuries had been completely mended! Wai Jiang ceased his meditative state and rose to his feet. "Thank you, Senior, for your healing. My injuries are no longer serious," Ren Qingfeng said, bowing deeply. He suspected that Wai Jiang might be the legendary ancestor of their sect. Otherwise, how could he possess such a rare and powerful pill? More to the point, it was unlikely that anyone from another power would go out of their way to save him.

The only ones capable of offering assistance with such formidable strength had to be the elders of the Profound Heaven Taoism Sect.

Meanwhile, Lou Haitian, Mooh Chenyi, and Elder Lin simultaneously knelt and offered their respects, "Thank you, Elder!"

Witnessing their gesture, Wai Jiang had no choice but to acknowledge them with a nod.

He then gestured for them to rise.

Subsequently, he projected his voice into Ren Haiqing's mind, "It seems you are preparing to advance into the Void Refining Stage."

"In that case, I shall offer you my support!"