Invincible Beyond Heavens: Cultivating With A Broken EXP System

Zhu Ximen chuckled.

“Brother Li, I suspect you have forgotten something about Martial Ascension Gate.”

Li Yun raised an eyebrow.

“Every 3 months, disciples are required to undertake missions. If we fail to complete them, we face penalties.”

Li Yun blinked, then gave a wry smile.

“That matter… I truly forgot about it.”

“I thought you might,” Zhu Ximen laughed. “I have yet to complete mine as well, so I came to ask whether you are free to take on a mission together.”

Li Yun grinned.

“Brother Zhu, your timing could not be better. I just came out of seclusion and was wondering how to temper myself next.”

Zhu Ximen narrowed his eyes slightly as he studied Li Yun.

“Brother Li, I never believed you were as simple as someone with one-star Aptitude. After only 3 months, your aura feels far stronger than before. What realm have you reached now?”

Li Yun smiled calmly.

“It is merely a small breakthrough. I have reached the 3rd level of the Xiantian Realm. It is insignificant compared to Brother Zhu, who has already stepped into the 7th level.”

He kept his tone casual. His quasi twelve-star Aptitude remained a secret that could not be revealed.

Changing the subject, he asked, “What missions has the sect assigned this time?”

Zhu Ximen was perceptive enough to notice that Li Yun did not wish to elaborate on his cultivation progress, so he did not press the matter further.

“The exact details of the mission have not been announced yet,” Zhu Ximen said calmly. “I only heard that it involves surrounding and suppressing a certain force. We will learn the specifics once we arrive at the Mission Hall. Shall we go now?”

“Alright,” Li Yun agreed without hesitation.

He had just emerged from seclusion and was considering how to temper himself further. A sect mission was the perfect opportunity.

With that, the two of them left the courtyard together and made their way toward the Mission Hall of Martial Ascension Gate.

Since it was the designated day for mission assignments, the Mission Hall was already crowded. Disciples filled the vast interior, from newly admitted members to seasoned cultivators who had been in the sect for years.

“So many experts.”

The moment Li Yun stepped inside, he sensed numerous powerful auras. Many disciples stood at the 7th level of the Xiantian Realm. Quite a few had already reached the 8th level. There were even several whose presence suggested the formidable 9th level of the Xiantian Realm.

Li Yun could not help but feel impressed.

Martial Ascension Gate truly deserved its title as one of the Four Great Sects. Its foundation was deep, and its disciples were far from ordinary.

A thought surfaced quietly in his mind.

“With my current strength, where do I stand now? Would I be able to contend with a cultivator at the 9th level of the Xiantian Realm?”

During his 3 months of seclusion, his overall power had risen significantly. However, his cultivation realm and actual combat strength had never aligned perfectly. Before his recent breakthrough, he could barely contend with ordinary cultivators at the 7th level.

Now, having advanced further and refined both his techniques and intent, he suspected he might possess the qualifications to challenge someone at the 9th level.

Still, this was only speculation.

To know the truth, he would eventually need to test himself against a true 9th level opponent.

“Silence.”

A firm voice rang out across the hall.

In an instant, the once bustling Mission Hall fell completely quiet. Conversations ceased, footsteps halted, and every gaze turned toward the source of the command.

An elderly man dressed in a green robe slowly stepped forward. His presence was calm yet authoritative.

“I am the Hall Master of the Mission Hall,” he announced in a steady voice. “Today, I will be issuing your mission.”

He paused briefly before continuing.

“According to reports from the scouts of Martial Ascension Gate, a group of Blood Zombies has appeared in the Black Wind Desert, which lies 3000 miles east of the sect. Over the past month, they have slaughtered indiscriminately, claiming tens of thousands of lives.”

A low murmur spread among the disciples before quickly fading.

“The Black Wind Desert falls under the jurisdiction of Martial Ascension Gate. As one of the Four Great Sects of the Southern Martial Region, we will not tolerate vile creatures wreaking havoc within our territory. You are to travel there and exterminate this group of Blood Zombies. Let them understand the authority and prestige of Martial Ascension Gate.”

His tone carried unquestionable resolve.

“The detailed intelligence regarding this mission is contained within the scrolls. Review them carefully.”

As his words concluded, the green robed Hall Master flicked his sleeve. Immediately, tens of thousands of scrolls shot forth in a controlled arc, each one landing precisely in the hands of a disciple.

Li Yun also caught one of the intelligence scrolls.

He unfolded the intelligence scroll and read it carefully.

Mission Location: Black Wind Desert.

Mission Objective: Eliminate a group of Blood Zombies and their leader, a Devil Head who calls himself the Blood Zombie Young Master.

Mission Intelligence: The Blood Zombie faction is concealed deep within the Black Wind Desert. Their estimated numbers range between 30000 and 50000. The majority are ordinary Blood Zombies at the Body Tempering Realm. However, among them are several elite Blood Zombies whose strength ranges from the 3rd level to the 7th level of the Xiantian Realm. Their leader, the Blood Zombie Young Master, is at the 9th level of the Xiantian Realm.

Reminder: The enemy possesses both numerical superiority and terrain advantage. This mission carries significant risk. Disciples are advised to form teams before heading to the Black Wind Desert.

Mission Reward: Killing ordinary Blood Zombies and retrieving their blood cores will grant 1 contribution point each. Eliminating Blood Zombies at the Xiantian Realm and collecting their blood cores will grant 10000 contribution points each. Killing the Blood Zombie Young Master will yield 300000 contribution points.

After everyone had finished reviewing the scrolls, the green robed Hall Master spoke once more.

“You have seen the mission details. Make your preparations and depart when ready.”

With that, he turned and left the hall.

Zhu Ximen glanced at Li Yun.

“Brother Li, with our cultivation levels, this mission should not pose excessive danger. Still, caution is always wise. Should we gather a few more disciples and form a team?”

Li Yun rolled up the scroll and stored it away.

“I agree. Although forming a team means dividing the rewards, it also increases our safety. A mission of this scale, one that directly concerns the authority of Martial Ascension Gate, is unlikely to be simple.”

Zhu Ximen nodded.

“That was my thought as well. The only question now is, who should we approach?”