Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2424 Chapter 1099: Hundred Flowers Jade Token (Part 3)

Following their conversation, the two settled down for a chat.

Song Jian provided a brief overview of his future aspirations.

As a member of the Song family's direct lineage, his path was set: remaining within the Inner Gate of the Sever Gold Sect, advancing step by step from an Instructor. Should he achieve the Golden Core stage, promotion to Elder and further ascension in the ranks would follow.

Without Mo Hua's assistance, his progress would be solely his own.

Naturally, this also eliminated the risk of his facade being shattered, preventing anyone from discovering that the Sever Gold Sect's esteemed "prodigy" was, in reality, being propped up by a junior disciple from a rival sect.

"And you?" Song Jian inquired of Mo Hua.

"It's difficult to say," Mo Hua responded.

He genuinely hadn't given his future much thought.

Song Jian cast a glance at Mo Hua, his brow suddenly furrowing. "Have you still not decided on your own Magical Treasure?"

Mo Hua replied, "I have some ideas forming now."

Song Jian couldn't help but exclaim, "My Brother Mo, you're already at the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment, on the cusp of Core Formation, and you're only just beginning to formulate ideas. By the time you finally achieve Core Formation, won't it be too late?"

Mo Hua let out a profound sigh, a sense of helplessness washing over him.

Song Jian then asked, "Do you know how the Elders comfort us?"

Mo Hua, confused, asked, "What do they say?"

Song Jian sighed again. "The Elders of the Sever Gold Sect remark that while Mo Hua from the Taixu Gate appears impressive now, his Spiritual Root is poor, his foundation is weak, and his own Magical Treasure hasn't been nurtured from the Innate stage. Consequently, the core he forms will undoubtedly be inferior, and his Dao Cultivation will suffer significantly."

"The journey of Dao cultivation is a lengthy one, not completed in a single day. Early achievements rarely foreshadow eventual greatness—this is their assessment of individuals like Mo Hua."

"No matter how adept one is in Formations, if a flawed pill is formed, one's life's work in cultivation will be jeopardized, progress will halt, and no significant future awaits."

Mo Hua murmured, "It can't be that exaggerated, can it...?"

Song Jian's frown deepened. "I used to believe the Elders were stretching the truth, but seeing you now, I genuinely sense a genuine risk..."

Mo Hua's brow knitted together as he sank into deep contemplation.

Song Jian observed Mo Hua and sighed. "I don't presume to offer much counsel on cultivation, but you should indeed pay more heed to it... At the very least, your own Magical Treasure requires meticulous preparation, and Core Formation should not be taken lightly; otherwise, you risk falling behind, and all the Elders' dire predictions could materialize."

"Alright," Mo Hua nodded, "I understand."

Having conveyed his concerns, Song Jian prepared to depart. He gave Mo Hua a prolonged look, his expression complex.

"Farewell. May we meet again."

Mo Hua also nodded, a touch of emotion in his voice. "Farewell. May we meet again."

Then, beneath the imposing backdrop of towering mountains and ancient forests, the two youths went their separate ways, each heading towards their respective sects and futures.

…

The following day, Mo Hua finally sought out his Senior Sister Murong Caiyun and Hua Qianqian.

Hua Qianqian, with her kind heart and optimistic spirit, genuinely cared for Mo Hua.

Murong Caiyun, gentle and beautiful, had always shown considerable attention to Mo Hua.

These two Senior Sisters were individuals Mo Hua befriended shortly after his arrival at Taixu Gate. They later embarked on sect missions together, faced various challenges, and forged a strong connection.

Now, with Mo Hua's graduation and impending departure, it was only natural for him to bid them farewell.

His other acquaintances included his two Senior Brothers, Ouyang Feng and Senior Brother Shangguan Xu.

However, Senior Brother Feng was away traveling, and Senior Brother Shangguan Xu, having graduated, was occupied with family matters and unavailable for a meeting.

The setting was Hua Qianqian's residence within Hundred Flowers City.

As Mo Hua was serving tea to express his gratitude to the two Senior Sisters, he suddenly paused and looked at Murong Caiyun, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.

"Senior Sister Murong, have you reached the Core Formation stage?"

Murong Caiyun smiled. "I was fortunate; I succeeded in my first attempt at Core Formation."

A mix of happiness and envy arose in Mo Hua. He then couldn't help but glance towards Hua Qianqian.

A hint of melancholy touched Hua Qianqian's usually cheerful face. "I should... be close to readiness too..."

Murong Caiyun playfully pinched Hua Qianqian's cheek. "Don't be lazy; focus on your cultivation. With your talent, you should have attempted Core Formation much earlier."

Hua Qianqian nodded enthusiastically. "I am working hard."

Murong Caiyun chuckled. "Don't let Junior Brother Mo achieve Core Formation while you're still stuck in Foundation Establishment."

A pressing sense of urgency immediately gripped Hua Qianqian, her expression hardening as she declared, "That most certainly will not transpire."

Following this, the group engaged in conversation over cups of tea.

Mo Hua seized the opportunity to solicit guidance from Senior Sister Murong regarding the intricacies of Core Formation.

Though Hua Qianqian had not yet undergone Core Formation herself, her cultivation level surpassed Mo Hua's, and she had made preparations far in advance. Furthermore, her unique legacy offered perspectives divergent from Mo Hua's, furnishing him with alternative suggestions.

Mo Hua carefully committed these recommendations to memory.

After a short interlude, Hua Qianqian suddenly announced, "By the way, Junior Brother Mo, there is an individual who wishes to meet you."

Mo Hua expressed his surprise, "An individual?"

Before his question could be fully voiced, an intoxicating fragrance, reminiscent of a hundred blossoms, permeated the air, stirring a sensation within Mo Hua. He turned his gaze towards the entrance as the door curtain was drawn aside, revealing a woman making her entrance.

This woman possessed an extraordinary beauty, adorned in a Hundred Flowers dress, exuding an aura that blended languid grace with informal nobility.

Initially, Mo Hua failed to recognize her, his shock only dawning after a second, more observant glance.

It was the Master of the Flower Valley!

Previously, the Master of the Hundred Flower Valley had consistently appeared in a resplendent Hundred Flowers Palace Dress, leaving an indelible impression. Mo Hua had only registered the attire, not the person, which accounted for his initial failure to identify her.

Unable to remain seated, Mo Hua immediately rose to offer a respectful greeting, "Greetings, Valley Master."

The Valley Master's gaze swept over Mo Hua, her voice soft as she instructed, "Be seated."

Mo Hua complied, resuming his seat while pondering the reason behind the Hundred Flower Valley Master's desire to see him.

As if discerning Mo Hua's thoughts, the Valley Master produced a Jade Token and presented it to him.

Mo Hua, displaying his puzzlement, inquired, "What is this?"

The Valley Master explained, "As you are soon to depart, I wish to bestow upon you a token of my regard."

"A gift?"

"Indeed," the Valley Master affirmed with a nod, "This is a Jade Token from the Hundred Flower Valley Sect."

Mo Hua appeared visibly taken aback, murmuring, "Valley Master, I... do not believe I am... a disciple of the Hundred Flower Valley?"

A subtle amusement flickered in the Valley Master's eyes as she regarded Mo Hua, responding with a gentle, "Not so?"

Mo Hua pursed his lips, refraining from further speech.

The Valley Master offered a slight smile, continuing, "Although you are not officially a disciple of the Hundred Flower Valley, you are considered to have connections with us. This Jade Token is my gift to you, bearing my personal inscription. Should you require assistance during your travels, you may present this to the Senior Sisters and Junior Sisters of the Hundred Flower Valley."

Mo Hua accepted the token with a trace of hesitation, expressing his gratitude, "Thank you, Valley Master."

However, as he took possession of the Jade Token, Mo Hua caught a fleeting glimpse of the Valley Master's face, noticing an expression of profound complexity that momentarily crossed her features.

It was a mosaic of familiarity, strangeness, nostalgia, sorrow, bewilderment, grief, and... an overwhelming concern directed solely at him.

Mo Hua found himself utterly stunned.