Zhang Yan thought to himself, "Among these dozens of spirit lands, which one is truly the best? Senior Brother Zhou has been in the sect for centuries, knowledgeable and experienced. He should know a thing or two. Why not seek his advice?"
After thoroughly washing away the filth on his body, he felt refreshed and invigorated. He rose and donned the Xuanluo Daoist Robe gifted to him by Water Country's ruler, then stepped out of his cave mansion. After instructing Luo Xiao on a few matters, he released his flying boat, riding the clouds toward the Elixir Cauldron Institute.
Having taken this path several times before, he was now well-acquainted with it. Before long, he glided over vast lakes, passed above the main halls of the Elixir Cauldron Institute, and landed near a fishing vessel.
