The Journey To Become The Strongest
Chapter 22 — Daffodil Conference (1)

Lian Huanran said in a small voice, “Ok.”

Although Lian Haocun did not reply, Shen Wenhuan could guess what answer he would give so he said, Shen Wenhuan,

“Then, Huanran. You should at least reach Foundation Building stage 2 in 1 month.”

Lian Huanran shook her head feeling it was impossible, “But, Master. One month is impossible!”

Shen Wenhuan smiled gently as he took out a purple-colored cube.

“This is called a Qi cube, it can make a certain area even though the area size is very small, it can, it was filled with Spiritual Qi that would flow continuously and even had a Spiritual Qi that was denser than the place you found in the Yama Mountains.

This was perfect for someone who was about to break through, but the price was also very expensive and this Qi cube only lasted 1 month. Very fitting right?”

Lian Huanran had already made up his mind, but he made sure of something first,

“But instead of participants who attend the Daffodil Conference only have to be at the Qi Refining Stage 8 stage to Foundation Building stage 9 under the age of 40 years? Then haven't I already entered the qualifiers?”

Forty years is considered old in the world where Lian Haocun lived, but in this world forty years can still be considered as young people.

Shen Wenhuan responded with a gentle and considerate tone, “Sure, but you have to do your best right?”

Lian Huanran nodded, then Shen Wenhuan continued, “The atmosphere is too small and can only be for one person.”

Lian Huanran frowned in confusion and immediately expressed his uneasiness, “But... for Brother?”.

Shen Wenhuan said, “He won't have any problems. After all, he also still needed to strengthen his foundation. Rise rate too fast not too good.”

Lian Huanran nodded in understanding but his eyes glanced at Bai and Cheng who were still asleep, clearly a look of anxiety and uneasiness in his eyes.

Shen Wenhuan understood Lian Huanran's worries and said, “Quiet. I'll take care of them.”

Lian Huanran immediately calmed down and took out the Qi cube from Shen Wenhuan and started cultivating. Not intent on wasting any time.

Shen Wenhuan who had done nothing and had no intention of cultivating noticed Bai and Cheng and commented in his heart, ‘A level Innate level 2. Hm.... Pretty good.’

It is known by almost everyone in every race that magical beasts with rare breeds sometimes have an innate level that has existed since they were born. To rise to level 2 takes a considerable 110 years.

The second level Innate level was already good for rare-blooded magical beasts. Bai and Cheng were already on par with the same stage 1 Foundation Building cultivators as the current level of Lian Huanran.

The cultivation of magical beasts took a longer time than the other races, but they had the natural advantage of their bodies as beasts.

So even though the cultivation time was longer, they could endure their natural superiority even though it was sometimes useless against someone who was extremely strong and had a lot of fighting experience.

The group, now numbering five, headed to the Daffodil Conference venue, in the Arctic City in the Northeast of the Yama Mountains and very coincidentally only took a month to travel there.

Shen Wenhuan who in a whole month had to take care of Bai and Cheng felt the frequency of sighing increased with each passing day. Bai and Cheng who were constantly looking for Lexie and could not find her anywhere, cried, while Shen Wenhuan who did not have the skills to take care of the baby inevitably had to calm down and persuade her.

At least after time passed, Bai and Cheng accepted reality and became calmer. Therefore every day they tried to approach Lian Huanran who was focusing on cultivating so Shen Wenhuan had to monitor Bai and Cheng at all times so as not to disturb Lian Huanran.

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1 Month later, the Arctic City

The city is so unique. The road was filled with cold snow but not too thick. The road is quite wide and has buildings that surround the main road or intersection. Each building has lights that are lit around it.

At night, there will be a light visible from above that will form the Snow White Flower. It just so happened that when the group of five Shen Wenhuan reached the Arctic City, those who were still on the boat were greeted by the light from the Arctic City below which formed the Snow White Flower.

Lian Huanran had already completed his cultivation and successfully ascended to Foundation Building stage 2. After opening his eyes, the sight of the light of the Snow White Flower-shaped Arctic City plastered in Lian Huanran's eyes caused his eyes to sparkle with beauty, causing his eyes to sparkle with beauty,

“That's so great!”

The cold-tongued Lian Haocun made Bai and Cheng automatically want to stay away from him. It just so happened that Lian Huanran finished his cultivation that Bai and Cheng immediately headed towards Lian Huanran who was looking and praising the view of the Arctic City from above at night.

Despite only being acquainted for a short time, Bai and Cheng felt the most inner closeness with Lian Huanran mainly due to her friendly personality which made Bai and Cheng feel safe and comfortable.

Shen Wenhuan praised Lian Huanran, “You've worked hard, Huanran.”

Lian Huanran clapped while playing with Bai and Cheng after finishing admiring the scenery. Shen Wenhuan continued, saying,

“Better you guys hide your elements first. If it is not needed it is better not to wear it. You know the consequences, don't you?”

Lian Haocun and Lian Huanran replied simultaneously in a very contradictory tone, “Understand, Master.”

Shen Wenhuan smiled faintly at the response of his student and said, “Let's get down.”

Then they entered the Arctic City smoothly.

Footprints are seen every time the foot treads a wide path, and there are various other races that are seen from time to time while walking, some have pointed ears, and some have pointed ears, some have short-sized bodies, some have dragon scales on their bodies, and various races with their own characteristics except the demon race and the angel race are nowhere to be found.

“Teacher, so are we going directly to the Inn booked by Blue Sky Sect?”

Lian Huanran's question opened the conversation after they entered the Arctic City. Before Shen Wenhuan could reply, Lian Huanran commented,

“Woah..... It's the first time I've seen an elf, there's a dwarf as well. There are many other races!”

Shen Wenhuan let Lian Huanran who had never seen the world see the world first before saying, “We will go to the inn booked by the Blue Sky Sect. We have to report first.”

Lian Huanran nodded as he spoke general knowledge of the other races to Bai and Cheng who either understood or did not. Lian Haocun followed Lian Huanran, Bai and Cheng behind him.

While Shen Wenhuan led them to the inn that the Blue Sky Sect had booked after asking the surrounding people. After all the Blue Sky Sect was a mid-level sect, so it was said to be known to the entire City.

Not long after that they arrived at the Five Color Inn where the Blue Sky Sect was staying. It just so happened that they met Elder Hong and Elder Rong who were checking security around the Inn.

Shen Wenhuan in a relaxed and elegant manner greeted Elder Hong and Elder Rong, “ Elder Hong, Elder Rong.”

Elder Hong and Elder Rong really look like elders, wise. They also have some wrinkles on their faces that make them look old, but add a regal impression. Elder Hong representing Elder Rong greets Shen Wenhuan, “ Elder Shen.”

Then Elder Hong glanced towards Lian Haocun and Lian Huanran while making a serious feigned expression. Lian Haocun and Lian Huanran immediately put his hands on his fists to salute and said,

“Greetings to both Elders.”

New Elder Hong revealed a smile full of jokes.

“You two will attend the Daffodil Conference?” Asked Elder Rong who had been silent earlier.

Lian Huanran nodded lightly, making Elder Rong sigh deeply, “Hahh.... You guys are geniuses, my students may not have any hope of matching you at all.”

But there was no envy, anxiety or anxiety in his words. Lian Huanran said flatteringly,

“Uncertain. Senior martial brother Tang is also a talented person.”

Laughter from Elder Rong sounded. Elder Rong glanced at Bai and Cheng who were hiding behind Lian Huanran's feet due to Elder Rong and Elder Hong's whereabouts. Elder Rong said meaningfully,

“Be careful. They will surely envy your luck.”

Lian Haocun responded, “Thank you for the warning.”

Then Lian Haocun, Lian Huanran along with Bai and Cheng entered the room that was already reserved by the Blue Sky Sect. They rested to recover the energy for the Daffodil Conference which would take place soon.

Shen Wenhuan discussed some matters with Elder Hong and Rong before returning to his room.