Mo Hua and his companions had settled down temporarily in the Five Elements Sect. The place they stayed in was the most honorable guestroom in the entire sect, with an elegant style and luxurious furnishings. The standard of food and accommodations was the highest. Spiritual meals, delicacies, century-old wines, cloud-mist teas, various flower cakes, everything was available... The Five Elements Sect provided a very thoughtful reception, but their attitude was not friendly, just superficially polite with insincere smiles and cold gazes, keeping a distant demeanor. Although the food was good and the drinks plentiful, Mo Hua was not there for leisure, he was there to learn about Formation. He was concerned about the Five Elements Spirit Formation. However, the Sect Leader of the Five Elements Sect kept making excuses: "It goes without saying, since it’s a promise made by our ancestors, we naturally have no reason to break it..." "But after all, it has been hundreds of years..." The Sect Leader of the Five Elements Sect showed a troubled expression, "Some of the senior elders in the sect have passed away, and we, the younger generation, are not clear about the specifics of the old promise, so we need to discuss and deliberate on the matters." "We ask for Mr. Zhuang’s understanding." "During this time, please rest for a bit at the Five Elements Sect and experience our sect’s heritage and the great scenery..." "We will discuss the matter of learning Formation as soon as possible." The Sect Leader of the Five Elements Sect, surnamed Liao, wore a golden crown and jade robe, had a fair face without any beard, and an elegant appearance that befitted the leader of a sect. His words were just as such. It was as though he hadn’t said anything at all. Mo Hua pursed his lips, about to say something, when Mr. Zhuang said: "Then we’ll have to trouble Sect Leader Liao." Sect Leader Liao appeared flattered and hastily replied: "Don’t mention it, it’s the least we juniors can do." After some more polite small talk, Sect Leader Liao stood up to take his leave. After Sect Leader Liao left, Mo Hua voiced his doubts: "Master, are they playing tricks on us?" Mr. Zhuang nodded, "The Sect Protecting Ultimate Formation would not be easily taught to others. Delaying is quite normal..." "They won’t go back on their word, will they?" "They won’t, and they wouldn’t dare." Mo Hua asked, "So should we wait?" Mr. Zhuang nodded, "Let’s wait." Mr. Zhuang looked at Mo Hua, who was frowning, smiled gently and said: "The journey has been tiring, it’s a good opportunity to rest. You can also take this time to enjoy yourselves in the Five Elements Sect..." "Enjoy ourselves?" Mo Hua was somewhat confused. "Yes," Mr. Zhuang said, "The scenery of the Five Elements Sect is pretty good. You can take this chance to look around. There is no need to rush about the Formation." Mr. Zhuang appeared to have his own plans. Mo Hua, unable to guess what they were, could only say, "Okay then..." He decided to follow his master’s advice and enjoy himself for a while... ... After leaving the guest room, Sect Leader Liao walked along the spacious corridors, past the ornate carved beams and painted rafters but somewhat deserted pavilions and towers, through the lavish but insubstantial variety of palatial rooms, to a quiet mountain peak. Discover hidden content at freewebnovel On the mountain peak, there was a cave abode. The cave abode was somewhat ancient, obviously built earlier, but the materials used for the details were equally expensive, only more understated in appearance. Sect Leader Liao, with a respectful expression, rang the carved jade bell at the entrance of the abode. The crisp and pleasant sound of the jade bell rang out, penetrating into the cave. Sect Leader Liao stood solemnly and waited. After an indefinite amount of time, a flash of light appeared before the cave, the Formation was lifted, and the door opened wide, an old voice came from inside: "Come in." Sect Leader Liao, invigorated, straightened his Taoist robe, and walked into the cave. Inside the cave, everything was also refined and luxurious. In the main hall, there sat an old man with snow-white hair, exuding a formidable presence and great authority. This person was none other than the Chief Elder of the Five Elements Sect. And the only remaining Golden Core Realm Great Cultivator in the Five Elements Sect. Sect Leader Liao bowed in greeting, "I apologize for disturbing the Chief Elder in his seclusion." The Chief Elder opened his eyes, his gaze was sharp, "Has that person arrived?" Sect Leader Liao bowed, "Yes." The Chief Elder furrowed his brows, his expression somber, silent, seemingly pondering something. Sect Leader Liao spoke softly: "The Formation... Should we pass it on?" The Chief Elder’s gaze turned icy, "We cannot pass it on!" Sect Leader Liao hesitated, "This is a promise made by our ancestors, wouldn’t it be... difficult to explain if we don’t fulfill it..." "You don’t understand," the Chief Elder said gravely, "The Five Elements Sect is not what it used to be. It’s not the time to be rigidly adhering to the decrees of our ancestors." Sect Leader Liao was puzzled, but he didn’t dare to contradict the Chief Elder and could only bow in agreement. The Chief Elder looked at Sect Leader Liao and sighed inwardly. The Five Elements Sect had truly declined. There used to be a time when the sect was filled with powerful cultivators. How could someone at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage possess the merit to lead the Five Elements Sect? Even I, a Golden Core, was only an Elder back then... But things have changed, it’s no use complaining. This is already the most talented disciple among the younger generation of the Five Elements Sect. There are some things that still need to be made clear to him. The Chief Elder’s gaze darkened and he began to explain: "Our Sect’s prosperity, the building of our cave abodes, and the good fortune we brought to the Sect, all of this was possible because of our Formation knowledge." 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺 "It is only with the Formations that our Five Elements Sect was able to establish itself." "Due to the Formations, cultivators seeking knowledge gathered here, making Li Mountain City flourish, and making our Sect’s land exponentially valuable." "Even if we disciples of later generations do nothing, we still earn Spirit Stones." The Chief Elder frowned: "The current issue is that the Five Elements Sect’s knowledge of Formations is deteriorating..." "Earning Spirit Stones has been too easy, the profits too large, we’ve had our fill, top to bottom, everyone has stopped striving for progress, neglected cultivation, and no longer studies Formations..." "As long as those cave abodes out there exist, the Five Elements Sect will have a never-ending inflow of Spirit Stones." "Without the need to strive, we can still earn Spirit Stones." "Who would bother putting in the effort then?"