Mortals cultivate immortality, and their IQ is playing with their heartbeats

Although this news caused a huge sensation within the sect, there weren't many rogue cultivators truly willing to risk it.

Li Chengfeng learned that, apart from the elite disciples assigned by the sect, only about a hundred rogue cultivators were willing to participate.

Most of them were old and frail, and if they didn't take a gamble now, they would soon turn into dust.

Therefore, they were embracing a do-or-die determination, hoping to seize a glimmer of hope in the Ghost Valley Secret Realm.

Li Chengfeng was now appearing as Tian Ku, and his gloomy temperament matched the persona of a demonic cultivator.

He directly found the outer sect steward, Duan Cong, and expressed his intention to participate in the Ghost Valley Secret Realm expedition.

Duan Cong looked at him and said admiringly, "Tian Ku, you've been performing well recently. You've also heard the news and want to participate in the Ghost Valley Secret Realm expedition three months from now?"

Li Chengfeng immediately replied respectfully, "Steward, that is exactly what I intend."

Duan Cong smiled warmly, his words filled with concern: "Young talent, with a gift for the art of formations, why bother risking your life and pushing yourself to the limit?

Just focus on cultivating in the sect, and the door to the inner sect will naturally open for you. I'd like to hear the details; there must be some hidden reason."

Li Chengfeng bowed respectfully and said, "Esteemed Steward, I am deeply grateful for your kindness.

However, I have been stuck at the eighth level of Qi Refining for a long time. Even if I have some knowledge of formations, it is futile without the support of cultivation.

Therefore, I wish to take this opportunity to challenge my limits, perhaps break through to the ninth or tenth level of Qi Refining, or even the Foundation Establishment stage. This is the question in my heart, and also my ambition."

Duan Cong nodded slightly and praised, "Ambitious and responsible. Our sect has a total of 120 disciples participating this time, all of whom are outstanding individuals at the eighth or ninth level of Qi Refining, and are led by elite disciples. I hope you can follow closely behind and achieve good results."

Li Chengfeng bowed again and said, "This disciple will definitely follow your teachings and live up to the sect's expectations."

With that, he filled in his name on the roster without hesitation.

Duan Cong looked at Li Chengfeng and couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Although this person was over forty years old, his talent for formations still existed, but his cultivation had been stagnant for a long time.

However, his determination was firm, and he dared to challenge his limits, which was commendable.

He knew that the path of cultivation was full of thorns, and many cultivators had fallen on this path. But it was these cultivators who dared to challenge and strive that allowed the sect to endure.

So, he waved his hand, signaling Li Chengfeng to leave.

He then continued to busy himself with sect affairs, but his heart was filled with anticipation for Li Chengfeng. He knew that this young man might not become a top expert in the sect, but his determination and courage were enough to make him the pride of the sect.

Three months passed in the blink of an eye. For cultivators, it might only be a fleeting moment in closed-door cultivation.

But for disciples who had not yet entered the Foundation Establishment stage, these three months were extremely precious.

For the upcoming Ghost Valley Secret Realm expedition, the cultivators did everything they could, purchasing various spiritual items, talismans, and pills to enhance their strength, and racking their brains to refine puppets, hoping to retreat unscathed from this adventure.

Li Chengfeng was no exception. He cleverly used substitute puppets to sell pills and talismans, earning a fortune.

However, his expenses were also considerable, as he used the money to buy a large number of living souls to feed his Soul Devouring Pill, hoping to enhance its power.

Although the money was just enough to break even, he knew that this was a necessary preparation for the upcoming challenge.

He had also gone to the ruins and the Corpse Refining Valley twice, pouring a large number of remnant souls there into the Soul Devouring Banner. Now, two ghost generals had condensed within the Soul Devouring Banner, and there were hundreds of other ghosts, forming a considerable fighting force.

Li Chengfeng was very satisfied with this, as it was the result of his hard work.

Suddenly, the bell rang throughout the Puppet Sect, "clang, clang, clang" three times, echoing through the valley.

Li Chengfeng knew that it was time to set off. He packed everything up, put away all his belongings, and rode his flying sword towards the plaza.

On the plaza, 120 cultivators were already waiting. Most of them were experts at the tenth or ninth level of Qi Refining, with considerable strength.

Disciples below this level were not qualified to participate in this mission, because it was too dangerous there, and going would be a death sentence.

In a corner of the plaza, an old man was floating in the air. It was Elder Ai He of the Puppet Sect.

His strength was remarkable, having reached the late stage of the Golden Core realm.

The existence of Ai He was like a dark cloud covering the darkness, which was impenetrable even by sunlight.

Every move he made showed an irresistible majesty, which made people feel a deep sense of oppression.

His voice was low and hoarse, as if it came from the depths of the earth, with a disturbing shock.

Under his feet was a giant flying treasure ship, which was one of his puppets, proving his strength and status.

Which of the Puppet Sect elders who entered the late stage of the Core Formation stage does not possess many puppets and terrifying power.

The power of Elder Ai He shrouded the audience, making all the disciples feel awe and reverence.

They all hoped that one day they would be so powerful, advance to the Core Formation stage, and become a small giant in the human world.

Seeing the disciples with such envious eyes.

Elder Ai He was very satisfied. He said loudly: "Dear disciples, you are the future of the Puppet Sect.

Although entering the Ghost Valley Secret Land this time is a life-and-death fight, it is also full of opportunities, and it is possible to soar into the sky.

There is no free lunch in the world of cultivating immortals, and no sect will raise waste. I hope that you 120 disciples can return safely, without any casualties."

Among these 120 disciples, there were 110 rogue cultivators, who were the supporting force in this operation, also known as 'cannon fodder'.

The remaining 10 people are our true elite disciples, who will be responsible for the command and decision-making of this operation in the secret realm.

Among these elite disciples, one woman was particularly eye-catching.

She had a striking beauty, as pure as a spring, as lovely as a budding flower, as if she were a little girl who came out of a painting.

However, in those bright, star-like eyes, there was a sharp aura, like an ice blade in the cold winter, making people admire her beauty while also feeling a chill.

This unique temperament formed a sharp contrast on her body, making her both pure and mysterious, both lovely and sharp, unforgettable.

This senior sister is Fang Ruichu, a leader among the elite disciples of the Puppet Sect. She is powerful and famous.

Many disciples who wanted to take advantage of her were defeated by her, and even had their souls taken away and refined into puppets to become her prisoners forever.

She is the favorite disciple of the Supreme Elder, a more powerful cultivator than the young master, and the person in charge of this operation. These rogue cultivators were filled with awe, curiosity, and greed towards her.