Chapter 11 - Chapter 11 The Order to Hone and the Youngster's Choice

After going through numerous hardships, the group finally returned to the fairy mountain. The elders of the Azure Profound Sect had already heard the news and rushed over. Everyone gathered in the main hall, and the atmosphere was thick with tension. Lu Yao detailed all the actions of the Blood Fiend Sect during the journey. After hearing this, all the elders furrowed their brows.​"The Blood Fiend Sect has gone to such great lengths. It seems the legend of the Chaos Orb is not unfounded," an elder with white hair stroked his beard, his eyes filled with worry. "The meeting at Cloud Abyss Valley is surely a trap. We can't go there rashly."​Su Yun said anxiously, "But the jade tablet has been stolen, and the Blood Fiend Sect threatened to massacre the fairy mountain. Are we just going to endure this humiliation?"​The main hall fell into silence, with only the flickering candlelight casting shadows on everyone's faces. At this moment, Jack's master slowly spoke, "There may be other forces supporting the Blood Fiend Sect behind the scenes. With our current strength, it's too dangerous to confront them head - on. The most urgent matter is to enhance our own strength." His gaze fell on Jack, his eyes filled with complex emotions. "Jack, come with me."​Jack's heart tightened, and he followed his master to the chamber. The chamber was filled with an old, musty smell. His master stood in front of an ancient star map and remained silent for a long time before saying, "I've seen your performance in this battle. Your strength has made great progress, but the path of cultivating immortality is long. The fairy mountain has taught you all it can."​A sense of panic welled up in Jack's heart, and he asked urgently, "Master, do you mean..."​His master turned around, his gaze firm yet gentle. "It's time for you to go down the mountain for training. The outside world is far more brutal than the fairy mountain. There are more powerful opponents and greater opportunities. Only through continuous trials and tribulations can you truly grow and have the ability to protect the fairy mountain and retrieve the jade tablet."​Jack stood there, stunned, his mind going blank. Going down the mountain meant leaving the fairy mountain where he had lived for more than ten years and the master who had always protected him. But he also understood that every word his master said was reasonable. If he wanted to become stronger, he couldn't keep hiding under the protection of the fairy mountain.​"I... I'm willing to go down the mountain for training!" Jack clenched his fists, and determination returned to his eyes. "I will become stronger and won't let the Blood Fiend Sect have its way!"​His master nodded in approval and took out a simple brocade bag from his bosom and handed it to Jack. "There are three jade slips in this bag, each recording a secret technique. Open it only when you're in a desperate situation. Also, take this communication jade slip. If you're in danger, send a message back immediately."​Returning to the main hall, the master announced the decision to let Jack go down the mountain for training. The elders of the Azure Profound Sect all expressed their agreement. Su Yun stepped forward and patted Jack on the shoulder. "Junior Brother Jack, although the outside world is dangerous, it's the only way to achieve the great path. I'll be waiting for your triumphant return, Senior Brother!" Lu Yao also smiled and said, "If you run into trouble, you can come to the Blazing Flame Sect to find me. Sister will look out for you!"​The next morning, Jack packed his bags and stood at the foot of the fairy mountain. Looking back at the mist - shrouded mountain, Jack bowed deeply. When he turned around, the morning sun shone on him, illuminating the road ahead. He knew that his path of cultivating immortality would now open a new chapter, and what awaited him in the future were unknown challenges and infinite possibilities.