Lin Feng stood at the edge of the **Celestial Peak**, the cool breeze from the Heavenly Void Dimension flowing through his hair. His mind was calm, but there was a sense of anticipation as he awaited the arrival of **Xia Yun** and the **Heaven Devouring Phoenix**. It had been a long day, filled with revelations, recruitment, and solidifying the foundation of the **Strongest Maiden Sect**. His journey was far from over, and he knew that the task of building the most powerful sect would take time and patience.

Before long, a flash of red and gold appeared on the horizon. The fiery figure of the **Heaven Devouring Phoenix**, in her human form, approached, and beside her was **Xia Yun**, her face bright with emotion. The Phoenix's red hair and flaming aura made her presence known long before she landed, while Xia Yun’s heart raced as she drew closer.

As they landed softly before him, Lin Feng greeted them with a nod.

“**Master!**” Xia Yun cried, rushing forward the moment her feet touched the ground. Tears welled up in her eyes as she spotted four familiar figures standing nearby—her master, **Yun Xi**, and her three senior sisters, **Xu Qing**, **Li Yan**, and **Chen Rui**. The emotional weight of the moment hit her all at once. Her sect had been destroyed, and she had feared she would never see them again. Yet here they were, alive and standing before her.

"Master! Senior sisters!" Xia Yun’s voice broke as she spoke, the tears spilling over her cheeks.

Yun Xi, still as composed as ever, let a soft smile cross her cold face. "Xia Yun," she said gently, her voice carrying both relief and warmth. Despite her icy demeanor, it was clear she cared deeply for her disciples. "You’ve done well."

Xu Qing, the eldest disciple, walked over and embraced Xia Yun, her expression softening as well. "You made it through, Xia Yun," she said. "We were worried about you."

"Senior sister…" Xia Yun sobbed, her heart full of emotion. For a long moment, the two stood in silence, their bond stronger than ever.

Li Yan and Chen Rui quickly followed, pulling Xia Yun into a tight embrace. "We missed you so much, Xia Yun," Li Yan said, her voice thick with emotion.

Xia Yun could barely respond, her tears speaking for her. The feeling of being reunited with her master and senior sisters was overwhelming. For so long, she had feared the worst, and now, here they all were—alive and together.

Yun Xi watched the reunion silently, her face calm but her eyes betraying a sense of relief and gratitude. Despite the destruction of their previous sect, they had a new home, and now they could rebuild stronger than ever.

After a few more moments of heartfelt reunion, the atmosphere lightened as the disciples wiped away their tears. They finally looked up at Lin Feng, who had been watching the scene with a calm, reassuring presence. Before anyone could speak, Xu Qing’s gaze wandered over to the **Heaven Devouring Phoenix**, whose fiery form still blazed with divine power. The sight of her caused Xu Qing to raise an eyebrow, and a mischievous smile curled at the corner of her lips.

"Master Lin," Xu Qing said, her voice playful as she glanced between Lin Feng and the Phoenix. "Who is this? Another one of your harem members?"

Her tone was teasing, and though her words were meant in jest, both Yun Xi and her other disciples suddenly perked up, their expressions a mixture of curiosity and confusion. After all, they knew Lin Feng was the only male in the sect, and this divine-looking woman seemed too extraordinary to be a mere servant.

Lin Feng let out a soft laugh, shaking his head. "No, Xu Qing. This is the **Heaven Devouring Phoenix**—the divine beast and protector of the Strongest Maiden Sect."

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The four women blinked in surprise. **Divine beast?** They had heard of such creatures, but they were legendary, beings of immense power found only in the **Immortal World** and beyond, certainly not in the **mortal world**. For the first time, Yun Xi’s cold composure faltered, her eyes widening in genuine shock.

"A… divine beast?" Yun Xi whispered, her gaze fixed on the Phoenix. "But divine beasts only exist in the Immortal World or the Nine Heavens…"

Lin Feng nodded, his smile widening. "That’s right. But the Strongest Maiden Sect is no ordinary sect. It's a **god-tier sect** hidden in the Heavenly Void Dimension, and the Heaven Devouring Phoenix has been its protector for countless years."

The Phoenix, standing tall beside Lin Feng, nodded in acknowledgment, her fiery eyes sweeping over the disciples and Yun Xi. "I’ve waited many lifetimes for the rightful master to return and reopen this sect," she said, her voice soft yet commanding. "Now that it has been reawakened, I serve Lin Feng and the Strongest Maiden Sect."

The shock on the faces of the women was unmistakable. Yun Xi’s mind raced. The idea of a god-tier sect hidden in the lower world was unfathomable. And yet, here they were, standing within it, surrounded by divine treasures and protected by a **divine beast**. Her sharp gaze turned back to Lin Feng.

"What… exactly is this sect?" Yun Xi asked. "How is a god-tier sect hidden in the lower world, and why are there no disciples?"

Lin Feng’s expression softened as he explained. "This sect has been locked away for over a million years. It was only recently opened, and I became its new master. Because it was sealed for so long, there are no disciples—until now. You and your disciples are among the first to join."

Yun Xi nodded, though the weight of his words took a moment to sink in. It made sense. A sect that had been dormant for over a million years wouldn’t have active members. Her cold gaze flickered back to the sprawling peaks around her. This was a second chance for her and her disciples—a chance to rebuild and rise even stronger.

Lin Feng, sensing that the time had come for them to settle in, gestured toward the many **peaks** spread across the sect. "Now that you’ve all decided to join, I want you to get settled. Each elder can choose their own peak, and you’ll oversee your disciples from there."

Yun Xi, after a moment of consideration, glanced up at one of the majestic peaks near the sect’s central hall. It reminded her of the lands where the **Crystal Moon Sect** once stood—serene, yet strong. She pointed toward the peak. "I’ll take that one," she said. "And I’ll name it **Celestial Moon Peak**, in honor of my former sect."

Lin Feng nodded in approval. "Then you shall be the **peak master** of Celestial Moon Peak. Your disciples will follow you and cultivate under your guidance."

Yun Xi bowed her head in acknowledgment, her disciples following her lead. Lin Feng watched as they ascended to their new home, pleased with the progress they had made.

But before Yun Xi left, Lin Feng spoke again. "Yun Xi, once you’ve settled your disciples, meet me in the **sect hall**. There are matters we need to discuss."

Yun Xi nodded. "Understood. I’ll join you shortly."

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After settling her disciples at Celestial Moon Peak, Yun Xi made her way to the **sect hall**, a grand and imposing structure that stood at the heart of the Strongest Maiden Sect. As she entered, the air felt thick with power, the **Qi density** even more overwhelming than the rest of the sect.

Inside, she saw Lin Feng seated on a magnificent throne—clearly the **sect master’s seat**—his posture relaxed yet commanding. He exuded an aura of confidence and strength, and Yun Xi couldn't help but acknowledge his leadership.

She bowed deeply as she entered. "Sect Master," she said, her voice formal and respectful.

Lin Feng motioned for her to rise. "There’s no need for formalities, Yun Xi. Take a seat. We have much to discuss."

Yun Xi complied, sitting in one of the ornate chairs reserved for the sect’s elders. Her posture remained straight and poised as she awaited Lin Feng’s words.

"We need to recruit more disciples," Lin Feng began, his voice calm but determined. "The Strongest Maiden Sect will only grow stronger with new talent. The mortal world is full of potential candidates, and we need to start there."

Yun Xi nodded in agreement. "There is a **sect selection event** happening soon in the city of **Silver Frost City**," she said, reaching into her robes and pulling out a small scroll. "I received an invitation to attend and recruit disciples before the destruction of the Crystal Moon Sect. If we go, we may find strong candidates for your sect."

Lin Feng raised an eyebrow. "Silver Frost City, huh?" He took the invitation from her and scanned it briefly before handing it back. "That sounds like a good place to start."

But he could sense there was something Yun Xi wasn’t telling him. "However…?" he probed, sensing her hesitation.

Yun Xi hesitated for a moment before finally speaking. "There may be some… complications. The **Celestial Moon Sect** has been destroyed and some rivals sect who attend these events, and they won’t be pleased to see me there."

Lin Feng smiled knowingly. "That won’t be a problem. If anyone dare to deal with us, I will show them our might there."

Yun Xi nodded, a flicker of relief passing over her otherwise composed face. She understood now that with Lin Feng's strength, no sect would dare challenge them. The devastation of the **Ironclad Wolf Sect** was proof enough of his capabilities. With this newfound assurance, Yun Xi stood, bowing once more before him.

"Very well, Sect Master. I will make preparations for our departure to **Silver Frost City**."

Lin Feng smiled, the weight of their upcoming task already feeling lighter. "Good. Let's ensure the **Strongest Maiden Sect** recruits the finest talent the mortal world has to offer."

As Yun Xi left the sect hall, a sense of renewed purpose filled her. The future of the Strongest Maiden Sect was just beginning, and under Lin Feng’s leadership, they would rise to unmatched heights.