I, a prison guard in the Heavenly Prison, secretly became invincible thanks to the system.

Chapter 1009 Unparalleled Domination, Martial Arts Alliance

Ye Kang and Lu Cun didn't talk for long. After all, Lu Cun wouldn't refuse a high-level combatant as a guest elder, and he seemed very confident in his own strength, not worried at all about Ye Kang affecting his position.

Ye Kang also learned some of the history of Qiyun Valley from Lu Cun.

It turns out that a thousand years ago, Qiyun Valley belonged entirely to a sect called Qiyun Sect. This sect rose to prominence very quickly, and it had six Great Paths, each of which led directly to returning to one's true nature and even to merging with the Dao.

However, a massive rebellion later broke out within the Qiyun Sect, which directly led to the sect's split, and the leaders of the six Great Daos all disappeared, their fates unknown.

The remaining disciples then banded together and, based on the six Great Paths, established the six smaller sects we know today.

This can be described as a lose-lose situation. The Qiyun Sect disappeared completely, and the sects established by these successors were also unable to regain their former glory. They all became insignificant minor sects, and even the nearby rogue cultivators did not respect them much.

Fortunately, Qiyun Valley is located in a relatively remote area, and the major powers in the Central Continent do not covet this place, which is why the six sects have been able to continue to establish themselves.

Ye Kang wasn't very interested in these things, so after asking a few simple questions, he went straight to the most crucial one.

"To be honest, I want to go to Qingzhou to seek Qi, but since I am a rogue cultivator, the risks are too great. That's why I want to join a sect. I wonder if Fellow Daoist Lu Cun could elaborate?"

After Ye Kang finished speaking, Lu Cun didn't mind at all; on the contrary, he appreciated it very much.

After all, it's impossible for a rogue cultivator who has returned to the Dao to suddenly want to join his sect without any ulterior motives.

The clearer the purpose, the more reassuring people will feel.

Lu Cun didn't mince words and said directly, "Qingzhou is a recognized training ground with countless opportunities, but risks and opportunities coexist. Which martial artist in the Nine Continents doesn't have a heart to explore Qingzhou? Especially the martial artists in Zhongzhou, who are the strongest, so naturally the most people go there. However, there is Jingzhou between Zhongzhou and Qingzhou, and the journey is not safe. Therefore, traveling in groups is the safest option."

"Aside from that, the entrance to Qingzhou is completely controlled by several major forces, making it quite difficult for independent cultivators to enter. Of course, if one holds the token of the Central Continent Martial Arts Alliance, then there is no need to worry about this."

"The Martial Arts Alliance? Is it the top-tier force beneath the three super sects?"

Ye Kang's brows furrowed. He knew this name; he had seen it in some jade slips, but there was no detailed introduction.

Lu Cun nodded: "Fellow Daoist must have been in seclusion for a long time, so you don't know much about the outside world. No wonder you have such cultivation. It's really not easy."

"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. I am simply ignorant."

"It's alright. You'll naturally learn about these things after spending two days in Zhongzhou. There are countless sects and many super powers in Zhongzhou. It is said that there are three supreme sects, four vertical and horizontal sects, and five sects and seven factions. The three supreme sects are naturally the Chongtian Dao Sect, the Xuanji Dao Sect, and the Shengmo Sect. These three are all overlords and do not bother to form alliances with other martial artists. Therefore, the remaining sects spontaneously united to form the Martial Alliance, with the four vertical and horizontal sects as the leaders, taking turns to lead it."

"Almost all the sects in our Central Continent aim to join the Martial Arts Alliance. As long as they can rise through the ranks and become a core sect within the Martial Arts Alliance, their sects will surely benefit immensely and endure for thousands of years."

At this point, Lu Cun revealed a hint of envy and longing, followed by a sense of shame.

"However, as you can see, our Beast Heart Sect is too weak. We don't even have the qualifications to join the Martial Alliance right now. But if you are willing to stay, you might have the opportunity soon."

"Oh? How do you say this?"

Ye Kang had originally planned to leave directly, but unexpectedly, Lu Cun seemed to say there was still a chance.

Lu Cun laughed and said, "The conditions for joining the Martial Alliance are very simple: a sect must have at least three Great Daos, a complete lineage, and five experts at the Returning to Truth Realm. Since you have come to my Beast Heart Sect, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As long as we devour the other five sects and restore the name of the Qi Yun Sect, the Martial Alliance will surely take the initiative to invite us to join!"