I Became An Immortal On Mortal Realm - Chapter 39

Chapter 37 Spirit Elixir Realm

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Facing Zhao Zhen’s smiling face, Fang Wang responded with a smile as well, saying, “If Grand Qi can become a Cultivation Dynasty, then there will be many more cultivating noble families, and for that, we would have to thank your efforts.”

Zhao Zhen nodded with a smile, and then Li Yu began to introduce the others to Zhao Zhen.

Throughout the process, Zhao Zhen showed no arrogance befitting an emperor, while the other disciples were all very interested in this Heavenly Son.

On this land, dynasties change, and whenever a dynasty is renamed, the prefix of the Cultivation World would change accordingly. Though they cultivate, they cannot completely detach from mortals; the Qi Dynasty serves as the foundation for the Grand Qi Cultivation World. Cultivation seeks resources, and mortals are the tools through which cultivators extract resources, with cultivators themselves emerging from among these mortals.

Many disciples had been mortals who seized an opportunity to step onto the path of cultivation. Before they began their cultivation, royal authority was regarded as untouchable and exalted as the heavens themselves.

Now, seeing the Emperor as their fellow sect member, most disciples inevitably felt a bit disconcerted.

More and more disciples arrived, making the area in front of Qingxin Hall lively and noisy.

The number of Third Vein disciples exceeded ten thousand, of which seventy percent were Outer Sect Disciples. Under the arrangement of Direct Disciples, they stood on the lower slopes, waiting for Yang Yuanzi to speak.

It was the same with the other veins; all of the disciples gathered together, and Fang Wang could hear cheering from the neighboring peaks from time to time, though he wondered what could make them so happy.

A little while later.

The doors to Qingxin Hall opened, and Yang Yuanzi slowly walked out.

“Pay respects to Master!”

Li Yu’s voice suddenly rang out, drowning all other voices. As soon as these words were spoken, all the disciples turned around and saw Yang Yuanzi, subsequently bending over to pay their respects.

“Pay respects to Master!”

“Pay respects to Peak Master!”

The voices of tens of thousands of people came together, shaking the very heavens.

Yang Yuanzi’s gaze swept over the Direct Disciples and Sword-bearing Disciples in the front rows, then turned towards the various levels of disciples in the back. Most of them were excited to see him, struggling to contain their emotions.

“Today, I have summoned you all for one reason. One month from today, our Sect will hold the Nine Veins Combat Method. The reason for the advance notice is that the Nine Great Sects have already come to an agreement, and the righteous and demonic paths will join forces to promote the transformation of Grand Qi into a Cultivation Dynasty.”

Yang Yuanzi said, speaking calmly, but these words caused the disciples to cast their gaze toward Zhao Zhen.

Zhao Zhen’s expression remained unchanged, as if all of this had nothing to do with him, the Emperor of Grand Qi.

“The Nine Veins Combat Method consists of two stages. The first stage is competition among the disciples of each vein, where the Peak Master will select nine disciples to compete against those from the other eight veins. The second stage will involve one-on-one battles among the Nine Veins disciples, ranked by the number of victories, and the strongest nine disciples will represent Great Abyss Gate in the grand opportunity organized by the Nine Great Sects.”

Yang Yuanzi briefly introduced and did not elaborate on the grand opportunity.

He paused, then continued, “In the next three days, Li Yu, you personally select the combatants. Fang Wang does not need to participate in the assessment and will directly represent the Third Vein. Very well, from now on, your Senior Brother Li Yu will organize everything. Fang Wang, follow me into the hall.”

Having said that, Yang Yuanzi turned and entered the hall, regardless of the disciples’ clamor.

Fang Wang immediately followed him. He felt many eyes on his back, but he was not intimidated; on the contrary, he was pleased. It would have been too much of a waste of time to fuss for three days.

Those disciples who did not know Fang Wang began to inquire among those beside them, quickly learning that Fang Wang was the first-ever prodigious talent to become a Direct Disciple upon entry, and their confusion and indignation dissipated.

Zhao Zhen watched Fang Wang’s retreating figure, still wearing a smile, but his hands clenched tightly within his sleeves.

After entering the hall, the doors closed.

Fang Wang approached Yang Yuanzi, who had already sat down, staring at him with an expressionless face.

“Master, have I done something wrong?” asked Fang Wang, feigning confusion. He remembered Guang Qiuxian had said that Yang Yuanzi was very petty.

Yang Yuanzi snorted, “You’re quite bold. Do you still have regard for me, your Master? Do you remember what I’ve told you?”

“Of course, I dare not forget for even a moment!”

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Fang Wang had long forgotten; after all, it had been over two hundred years.

“I told you to cultivate diligently and to stay out of trouble, what have you done? You just reached the Soul Sculpting Realm and are already battling at the ninth layer, and then you even battled someone at the third layer of the Spirit Elixir Realm!”

Yang Yuanzi scolded angrily, in a tone that spoke of disappointed yet hopeful expectations; Fang Wang hastily apologized, incessantly making promises.

After scolding for a while, Yang Yuanzi revealed a contented smile and said, “However, your battle record has not brought shame to your master, which is quite impressive!”

Fang Wang immediately started to flatter, “It’s all thanks to Master’s excellent teaching.”

“No, I haven’t really taught you anything. You have already surpassed me.”

“Disciple has only had the good fortune to comprehend these skills. In the future, I will still need Master’s guidance and the transmission of more skills.”

These words made Yang Yuanzi feel even more pleased. In fact, he had felt envious at times, mainly because Fang Wang had managed to execute the astonishing thirty-six strikes, while he had only reached the twenty-seventh. However, with Fang Wang’s humble attitude—not showing an ounce of arrogance and even making him feel somewhat ashamed—

As a master, he had felt jealousy towards his disciple during troublesome times, which was truly unworthy of a teacher’s role.

“Fang Wang, your talent is unmatched, and I truly cannot guide you much. But since we are master and disciple, whatever you wish to do in the future, I will support you with all my might. I have requested permission from the Sect Leader for you to train in the Nine Heavens Azure Thunder Sword Formation, but even the Sect Leader cannot agree so easily because it would not comply with the rules. In the coming days, you should strive to contribute to our sect, and if you need me to speak on your behalf, just let me know,” Yang Yuanzi said deeply, his gaze filled with expectation as he looked at Fang Wang.

Fang Wang quickly responded, “Thank you, Master. I’m preparing to break through to the Spirit Elixir Realm. Could Master perhaps offer some guidance?”

The Solaris Scripture mentioned the Spirit Elixir Realm. To enter this realm, one must have external aid. The better the crafted Spirit Pill, the more helpful it is for future cultivation and the smaller the chance of facing Heart Demons, so advancing to the Spirit Elixir Realm cannot simply rely on Qi Gathering.

The expression on Yang Yuanzi’s face turned odd as he asked, “Have you already reached the ninth layer of the Spiritual Refinement Realm?”

Fang Wang, accustomed to concealing his aura, had prevented Yang Yuanzi from perceiving his true cultivation level.

Confronted with his master’s inquiry, Fang Wang slowly nodded, causing Yang Yuanzi’s mouth to twitch.

He had made an exception for Fang Wang to join the Nine Veins Combat Method because of Fang Wang’s combat achievements. Little did he expect that Fang Wang’s cultivation level had already reached the ninth layer of the Spiritual Refinement Realm. That would mean Fang Wang’s strength…

This kid had been in the sect for only three years!

Yang Yuanzi, who had lived for more than three hundred years, couldn’t help feeling inferior at this moment.

Guang Qiuxian was right; compared to Fang Wang, he truly was mediocre.

After taking a deep breath, Yang Yuanzi slowly began to speak: “The Spirit Elixir Realm can be directly cultivated, but if you can find Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures to temper your bones and condense your Spirit Pill, it would be beneficial for enlightening the Dao in the future. Here’s something I’ll tell you in advance: during the recent struggle over the heritage of the Ji Hao Sect, a blessed land was discovered on the borders of Grand Qi. It harbors countless Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. We had to consider collaborating with others because we detected the presence of Cultivation Sects from other Dynasties, making us inclined to jointly seize this blessed land.”

“If you stand out in the Nine Veins Combat Method, you will be able to go to that blessed land. Once inside, whatever you obtain will be yours. Of course, if you are unable to secure one of the nine spots, I will collect for you,” Yang Yuanzi explained.

Now that things had come this far, Fang Wang naturally had to express his stance. He immediately replied, “Master, rest assured, I will do my best to make Master and the Third Vein proud!”

Yang Yuanzi showed a pleased smile and said, “Even Disciples in the Spirit Elixir Realm are not guaranteed to stand out. However, I do have some expectations for you. If you can secure a good position for the Third Vein, all the disciples of our vein will be indebted to you, which will aid you in your future contest for the position of chief disciple.”

No matter how strong a talent is, it’s meaningless if not put to use!

The Third Vein is currently ranked second to last. Yang Yuanzi seems indifferent, but he is, in fact, holding back a sense of frustration.

The master and disciple chatted like this for a full half-hour before Yang Yuanzi finally let Fang Wang leave.

Stepping out of the Qingxin Hall, Fang Wang saw Li Yu and the other Direct Disciples already organizing selection trials. Both Outer and Inner Sect Disciples were nearly all spectating, aware that they had no place to participate. Yet observing the high realm Cultivators’ battles also excited them— it at least broadened their horizons.

Fang Wang slipped away quietly. When he returned to his cave abode, he suddenly discovered a silhouette waiting at the gate.

Zhou Xue!

She was dressed in the robes of a Taiyuan Gate Direct Disciple, leaning against the gate, idly playing with a flute. When she saw Fang Wang return, a smile spread across her face.

“You’re finally back!”

Fang Wang approached Zhou Xue quickly, saying with joy.