Imperial Cultivation

Chapter 1083: Chapter 1079: Shortcut

Of course, his comprehension is astonishing.

The effect of the Miao Ling Pearl continually persists, allowing his comprehension to far exceed that of ordinary people.

Without comprehension, one cannot immerse in the profound mysteries of the Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture.

Without sufficient spiritual power, one cannot sustain lengthy periods of enlightenment.

Both are indispensable.

Chu Zhiyuan remarked with emotion: ”Sect Leader, this Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture is truly profound.”

”Continue training diligently. With your aptitude, achieving Venerable status shouldn’t take long.” Lu Wanshan cautioned, ”Don’t rush to descend the mountain!”

”Understood.” Chu Zhiyuan nodded solemnly.

Lu Wanshan and Dong Muyu both earnestly warned him not to descend the mountain.

Naturally, Chu Zhiyuan would heed their advice.

Even with a clone, Earth Origin Technique, and Human Element Skill, he would still prioritize stability over haste.

The crucial task is to quickly elevate his realm and achieve Venerable status.

Now that he’s on the verge of achieving Venerable status, it’s as if a mighty force is being reborn, allowing him to progress smoothly.

Chu Zhiyuan bowed with clenched fists: ”Disciple takes leave.”

”Take this.” Lu Wanshan’s sleeve emitted another stream of light.

Chu Zhiyuan reached out to catch it; it turned out to be a small sword.

Only one foot long, the sword looked antique and the blade was uncut, as if it was forged carelessly like a toy sword.

Yet, it felt heavy in hand, even heavier than a Qingfeng Sword by three degrees.

Lu Wanshan said: ”Hold onto it during your sword training; it will provide some assistance.”

Chu Zhiyuan felt moved inwardly.

A familiar aura emanated from the sword, prompting him to look to the sky.

Lu Wanshan nodded in satisfaction: ”You truly have keen comprehension and sharp senses.”

Chu Zhiyuan asked: ”Is this also a clone of the Heavenly Sword?”

Lu Wanshan shook his head: ”This sword was used during my initial sword training, resonating with my aura; thus, it naturally bears the aura of the Heavenly Sword.”

Chu Zhiyuan suddenly understood.

Lu Wanshan explained: ”The source of the Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture is the Heavenly Sword itself. This trace of aura can aid you in understanding the Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture.”

”Thank you, Sect Leader!” Chu Zhiyuan solemnly bowed with clenched fists.

Lu Wanshan said: ”Our Heavenly Sword Sect disciples’ mission is to slay demons and evil spirits. One more master, one more strength, which is of immense benefit to the common people of the world.”

”Understood.” Chu Zhiyuan replied.

Lu Wanshan stated: ”Naturally, the stronger the disciple, the more evil demons they slay, hence strengthening the Heavenly Sword.”

Chu Zhiyuan smiled.

The Emperor’s Sword is essentially the Heavenly Sword; although it’s no longer named the Emperor’s Sword, its essence should remain the same.

Both gather the will and merit of the people, thereby enhancing themselves.

The Heavenly Sword always remains hidden above the void, not appearing externally. Ordinary disciples of the Heavenly Sword Sect may not understand its mysteries.

But those who have ascended almost universally know this characteristic.

Thinking of this, he once again bowed with clenched fists: ”Rest assured, Sect Leader, I will strive diligently and descend the mountain to eradicate demons soon.”

”Good.” Lu Wanshan said: ”I trust you will soon achieve Venerable status.”

Chu Zhiyuan bowed and took his leave.

Upon exiting the Great Hall, he noticed Li Hongzhao waiting outside.

Clad in a bright yellow robe, her crown had already been removed, her figure tall and elegant.

Seeing his exit, Li Hongzhao waved.

Chu Zhiyuan nodded and together they descended the steps, heading east.

”The residence assigned to you is adjacent to mine; I live next to Senior Sister Dong. The three of us live very close together.”

”Are the residences allocated based on the time of entry?”

”Probably so,” Li Hongzhao frowned and said: ”Does this mean no one has entered the Inner Sect within ten years?”

Chu Zhiyuan replied: ”Ten years seems long to us, but perhaps not by their standards here?”

Li Hongzhao remarked: ”In our Outer Heaven, there are eight others like us. Haven’t any ascended?”

Through Dong Muyu, she learned that there are nine clones of the Heavenly Sword.

That means there are nine Little Outer Heavens.

Each Little Outer Heaven has six shadows at least, meaning each Little Outer Heaven possesses six Emperor’s Swords.

With six Emperor’s Swords, at least one should have ascended within ten years.

Nine Little Outer Heavens; how could there be no ascenders in ten years?

Could it be that other Outer Heavens encountered issues like Little Outer Heaven?

Chu Zhiyuan thought for a moment, then shook his head: ”Not necessarily... For now, let’s ignore these matters and focus on cultivation first.”

Li Hongzhao sighed: ”Aren’t we inadvertently stepping into a pitfall? Don’t Grandfather and others, who chose not to ascend, know anything?”

Chu Zhiyuan chuckled: ”At least there’s a higher realm for us to cultivate. Achieving Venerable status, lifespan limitations could surpass ten thousand years.”

Li Hongzhao’s spirit lifted immediately.

Chu Zhiyuan said: ”You need to expedite. I will soon step into Venerable status.”

Li Hongzhao snorted: ”I’ll be faster; I possess bloodline.”

Chu Zhiyuan raised a brow.

Li Hongzhao stated: ”I’m cultivating the Phoenix Burning Heaven Scripture, and you?”

”Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture.” Chu Zhiyuan replied.

He inadvertently thought of Li Miaotan.

Is it possible that Li Hongzhao, like Li Miaotan, possesses the Phoenix Bloodline?

If true, her cultivation could indeed advance rapidly, at astonishing speed.

Li Hongzhao boasted with a smile: ”Then you lack a bloodline.”

Chu Zhiyuan stated: ”Then let’s see who first achieves Venerable status.”

”The loser must listen to the winner.” Li Hongzhao said.

Chu Zhiyuan narrowed his eyes.

Li Hongzhao taunted: ”Dare to wager?”

”It can’t be perpetual obedience, can it?” Chu Zhiyuan said: ”And not blind obedience to everything, right?”

Li Hongzhao said: ”How about for ten years? If the two act together, they must heed one another.”

Chu Zhiyuan slowly nodded.

Li Hongzhao laughed: ”This time, you’re doomed to lose!”

Chu Zhiyuan chuckled: ”I believe I can win.”

Li Hongzhao snorted: ”Then let’s wait and see!... Why don’t we check out your courtyard?”

They conversed while drifting, finally arriving at a modest courtyard.

Chu Zhiyuan pushed the door open; inside was simply decorated, clean as if specially tidied.

Otherwise, the flowers and leaves in the courtyard would scatter all over.

Li Hongzhao shook her head: ”Similar to mine, alright then, I’ll return to cultivation. Don’t disturb unless necessary... Meals are delivered by attendants regularly; you can request specific dishes if desired.”

Chu Zhiyuan waved her away with a smile.

Li Hongzhao retreated.

Only then could Chu Zhiyuan find peace and observe the changes within the Demon Suppression Palace.

Beside the Demon Suppressing Divine Tree, six golden beads floated in the air.

Golden beads the size of a dragon eye, hovering in and out of visibility, like mist and smoke with golden light circulating.

Chu Zhiyuan knew they originated from the six Black Crow Demons.

After the aura of the Demon Suppression Tree extinguished those six Black Crow Demons, these six golden beads appeared.

He longed to step into the Demon Suppression Divine Palace but forcibly restrained himself.

He knew that the Heavenly Sword Peak was under constant surveillance from the Heavenly Sword above.

As the Lord of Heaven Sword, through the Heavenly Sword, Lu Wanshan could observe everything clearly, like reading palm lines.

Not only Heavenly Sword Peak but also Little Outer Heaven and other Little Outer Heavens.

Through the Emperor’s Sword, Lu Wanshan could clearly see the situations in the Imperial Palace and even the Imperial City.

Thus, Lu Wanshan was well-aware of him and trusted him with the Heavenly Sword Secret Scripture.

Would he know about his Technique of Shifting, allowing travel to Outer Heaven, Spiritual Abyss Peak, or Demon Suppression Divine Palace?

Presumably, he knew of his Technique of Shifting, hence repeatedly advising against descending the mountain.

Yet, he may not know where he could shift to.

Considering this, he decided to refrain from leaving for now, awaiting the completion of becoming Venerable.

Chu Liezhao was inside his Prince Consort Mansion when a Light Gate suddenly appeared, making him step through.

The next moment, he emerged in the Demon Suppression Divine Palace and reached out to touch a golden bead.

The golden bead swiftly drilled into his palm, then a spot shone between his brows.

Chu Zhiyuan’s spirit soared.

He sensed what the golden bead contained.

It was merit, able to directly convert into power to activate the ancestral acupoint.

Finally found the shortcut to cultivating the Heavenly Yuan Technique!