Gou Dao and Cultivation of Immortals, Start from Farming

The Xuantian Sword Sect was once glorious and at the top of Zhongzhou. Wherever its sword pointed, it was invincible. All disciples of the sect respected sword practitioners, with superb sword skills and unparalleled murderous aura. However, today, this holy land of swordsmanship has fallen into an unprecedented predicament.

Qing Hong Daojun was a great sword master with unfathomable cultivation. He was the mainstay of the sect. Now that he has been confirmed dead, the entire sect is shrouded in sorrow and anxiety. Another pillar of the sect, the sect master, has not returned yet and there is no news. All signs indicate that the sect master is in danger.

In addition, Sword Master Feng is also an important figure in the sect. He was seriously injured in the battle with the Mingyou Sect a hundred years ago. Despite more than a hundred years of recuperation, his injuries have not healed. His strength has been greatly reduced, and he can no longer stand on his own like before. This is undoubtedly another major blow to the strength of the Xuantian Sword Sect.

The Xuantian Sword Sect respects sword cultivators and acts decisively, making it have many enemies. Those forces that were defeated by its sword, now seeing that the two main pillars of the sect are either dead or injured and their strength has been greatly reduced, are ready to make a move and are secretly colluding, intending to take advantage of the situation and seize the cultivation resources of the Xuantian Sword Sect. In addition, the demon race is pressing in, and many forces from the North and outside the domain are taking the opportunity to invade. The sect is undercurrent-filled and full of crises.

In addition, spiritual energy is depleting and the Dharma Ending Age is about to come. The cultivation speed of young disciples in the sect has slowed down, the competition for resources has become more intense, and people's hearts have begun to fluctuate. Disciples who are loyal to the sect will inevitably be shaken when faced with survival pressure and temptation. A few disciples even choose to leave in search of a more stable environment for cultivation.

Faced with these difficulties, Li Mu frowned and felt inexplicably heavy.

Xuantian Sword Sect has been very kind to him. If this big tree falls, he will be displaced and face all kinds of crises and unknown risks. If it is not necessary, Li Mu is absolutely unwilling to leave Xuantian Sword Sect. He just wants to find a stable environment and farm well.

"Elder Yan, the sect is in a troubled time right now. After I return, I will do my best to help the sect out of its difficulties." Li Mu pondered for a long time and gestured to Yan Yuchun.

Hearing this, Yan Yuchun smiled, and a warm feeling surged in his heart. Li Mu's ability was there. If he was willing to do his best, the sect would be full of hope: "Elder Li, with your words, the sect has a backbone."

"That's right, Elder Yan is right!"

Yan Yuchun had just finished speaking and Li Mu was about to open his mouth to continue speaking when a sudden loud voice, as gentle as a spring breeze yet majestic, interrupted their conversation.

Following the sound, he saw Sword Master Feng leading the sect leaders including Qiu Yuanhong, Xiao Shuang, Ning Cheng, etc., and they were in front of Li Mu in an instant, their faces filled with joy and expectation that could not be concealed.

Li Mu had expected this, and hurriedly bowed his hands in greeting, his voice full of sincerity and humility: "Greetings to the Sword Master and the elders. I am grateful that you all cared about me when I returned."

"Hahaha, Elder Li, you're too polite. Your safe return is the greatest blessing for the sect!" Sword Master Feng's laughter was hearty and warm. He strode forward and gently placed his hands on Li Mu's shoulders. The strength in his expression showed both the care of an elder for a younger one and the sincere appreciation for Li Mu's return.

The last time he fought with the Netherworld Sect Leader Gao Hong, if it weren't for Li Mu stepping forward, Master Feng Jian would have had a hard time surviving. He has always remembered this favor.

In that battle, Li Mu single-handedly turned the tide, and with his cultivation base in the middle stage of the Refining Void Realm, he resisted Gao Hong, who was one realm higher than him. This demonstrated his extraordinary swordsmanship and his unfathomable strength.

Recalling the thrilling battle, Li Mu, who was in the middle stage of the Void Refining Realm, faced Gao Hong, who was one realm higher than him. The exquisiteness of his swordsmanship and the depth of his strength were breathtaking.

Now, the aura of the late stage of the Void Refining Realm surrounding Li Mu is getting stronger and stronger, and his foundation is as solid as a mountain. It seems that he is only one step away from the legendary Fusion Realm. Sword Master Feng has explored his depth from a close distance, his eyes are full of satisfaction and expectation, and he secretly praises in his heart: "Sure enough, he has hidden a lot of cultivation. Has he reached the peak of the Void Refining Realm? My Xuantian Sword Sect has such a son, so why worry about not prospering!"

Li Mu practiced ancient martial arts, cultivating the five elements of yin and yang, and walking the path of chaos. Now he is only one step away from advancing to the fusion stage. Even if he cannot reach the last step in the future, his combat power is enough to surpass others and sweep the same level, and even fighting against higher levels is not a difficult task.

Moreover, his all-round talents are rare. His weapon-refining skills have reached the level of perfection. He can refine weapons that contain the laws of heaven and earth, endow them with unique spirituality and abilities, and let them play an unimaginable role in battle. His attainments in formations are even more amazing. Whether it is defense, attack or trapping the enemy, he can easily arrange exquisite formations to put the enemy into endless difficulties.

As for the art of sword formation, it is Li Mu's forte. Before, although the Xuantian Sword Formation he displayed was assisted by Taoist weapons, its power was not something that a strong man in his combined form could resist.

If Li Mu could advance to a higher realm and achieve fusion, it would definitely be a killer for the sect that is currently in a precarious situation.

Master Feng is well aware of Li Mu's value. He is not only a cultivator with profound skills and boundless potential, but also a genius with unlimited potential.

Therefore, after thinking for a moment, Sword Master Feng became more determined to train Li Mu with all his strength, hoping that he could break through the fusion realm as soon as possible and become the top powerhouse in the Xuantian Sword Sect and even the entire cultivation world.

"Elder Li, in order to find you, we have sent countless elite disciples and launched countless searches over the past hundred years, but we have never been able to find your trace. It is a great honor for our sect that you have returned safely today!" Qiu Yuanhong's voice trembled slightly with excitement, and his eyes were full of joy for Li Mu's return.

Ning Cheng followed closely behind, his voice also filled with uncontrollable excitement: "Indeed, we have searched several forces outside the region several times, but we still can't find any trace of Elder Li..."

"I haven't seen you for over a hundred years. Elder Li's cultivation has improved a lot! Such a speed is truly amazing!" Elder Xiao Shuang took over the conversation, looking at Li Mu's beautiful eyes with a twinkle in his eyes, and said with surprise and emotion.

"That's right! It is indeed a great blessing for the sect that Elder Li can return safely!"

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The elders around echoed enthusiastically, some nodded in agreement, some showed admiration on their faces. The whole scene was shrouded in a warm and enthusiastic atmosphere. They seemed to be drawn by an invisible force and enthusiastically surrounded Li Mu, expressing their inner joy and respect with the most sincere welcome.

Seeing this scene, the disciples of Xuantian Sword Sect watched from afar, looking at the legendary Elder Li with curiosity and admiration, and each of them was extremely excited.

"Elder Li is not dead, he is back!"

"Great! The sect is saved now!" "I didn't expect it! It's great that Elder Li can come back at this time!"

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Watching Li Mu heading to the meeting hall accompanied by Sword Master Feng and the elders, all the disciples of Xuantian Sword Sect were inexplicably excited, their expressions were high, and there was a bit of hope in their eyes.

"Brother Chen, who is that Elder Li that could have the Sword Master, Elder Duojian, come to greet him in person." A younger disciple asked Brother Chen beside him, his eyes full of curiosity and admiration for the unknown.

"Elder Li is a legendary figure in our Xuantian Sword Sect. Junior Brother Lin, you entered the inner sect late, so you don't know this." Senior Brother Chen's face was filled with pride, and he slowly narrated: "Elder Li is good at refining weapons and setting up formations. The swords of several sword elders in the sect were refined by him personally. In addition, the ancient teleportation formations in his domain and outside the domain were all arranged by him. Back then, Elder Li overwhelmed the entire sect in the sword tower and blocked the disciples of two sects from entering with his own strength. His deeds have long been a legend in our Xuantian Sword Sect."

"So it's him. I've heard of this Elder Li's name." The young disciple suddenly realized, and there was even more admiration in his eyes.

"Not only that!" A female disciple next to her suddenly interrupted, her eyes flashing with infinite admiration for Li Mu, and added: "Elder Li is not only proficient in refining weapons and setting up formations, but his strength is also extraordinary. In the battle outside the domain a hundred years ago, he used his ability to refine the void to resist the leader of the Netherworld Sect and saved the life of the Sword Master! He also disappeared outside the domain for more than a hundred years because the Netherworld Sect Leader was hunting him down."

"That's right. We attacked the Netherworld Sect several times because of this incident!" Another disciple took over the conversation, his eyes flashing with determination and indignation. "The Netherworld Sect and other sects have always been concerned about Elder Li and have tried to wipe him out. Now that Elder Li has returned, their good days are probably over!"

"Now, Elder Li has returned safely, and his cultivation has even advanced to the peak of Refining Void. This is truly a great blessing for our Xuantian Sword Sect!"

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The disciples of the Xuantian Sword Formation were talking one after another. They were full of anticipation for Li Mu's return and were all very excited.

At this moment, in the meeting hall, the candlelight flickered, illuminating the focused and solemn faces. There was an indescribable tension in the air, with both heavy reflections on the past and enthusiastic longings for the future.

Li Mu sat beside the main seat, his figure looking particularly calm and profound under the candlelight. His conversation with Feng Jianzhu and the elders described his journey in the outer star field for more than a hundred years.

As Li Mu went deeper and deeper, he slowly unfolded his experience of voyaging abroad, leading everyone through unknown seas and exploring the secrets hidden in darkness and silence. Everyone present listened with great interest.

"It's true that God will always be there for everyone. It's such a blessing for our sect that Elder Li was able to escape from such a dangerous place like the Shadow Dark Realm!" Qiu Yuanhong's voice was filled with fear and relief, as if he had witnessed that thrilling journey with his own eyes, and he couldn't help but sigh.

"That's true. The Shadow Dark Realm is close to the Nine Netherworlds. If you fall into it, even a strong person in his combined form may not be able to escape unscathed." Sword Master Feng took over the conversation in a deep voice, his eyes full of joy that Li Mu was able to return safely.

At this point, Sword Master Feng changed the subject and looked at Li Mu with expectation and said, "Elder Li, after you return to the sect, you should focus on practicing in seclusion and strive to break through to the fusion realm as soon as possible. The sect will fully support you, whether it is cultivation resources or martial arts secrets, as long as you need them, just ask Elder Qiu. If the sect's contribution is not enough to support you, you can use mine."

“If you have any doubts about the fusion realm, or if you encounter a bottleneck in your cultivation, you can talk to me in detail. Although I have not reached that supreme realm, my understanding and experience of the fusion realm after years of practice may be able to guide you.” Sword Master Feng gestured to Li Mu with great expectation.

Upon hearing this, the elders present were greatly shocked. They had not expected that Sword Master Feng would have such a high opinion and expectation of Li Mu. They all looked at him with admiration and envy.

At the same time, he was also shocked at the speed at which Li Mu's cultivation level was improving. If nothing unexpected happened, it would not take long for him to advance to the Void Refinement Realm. Did Sword Master Feng make a mistake? Why did he let him retreat to achieve the Fusion Realm?
"Sword Master, Elder Li's domain has not yet been condensed! The current priority is to condense the domain!"

Qiu Yuanhong was afraid that Feng Jianzhu was forcing things, causing Li Mu to fail in his advancement to the fusion stage and damage his foundation, so he quickly reminded him.

"Yes! It's the ancient martial arts that Elder Li practices! Practicing the five elements simultaneously and refining the law domain, it is not easy to advance to the fusion stage. Elder Li, do you plan to change to another martial arts method? With your talent, changing to a martial arts method with more single attributes may help you move towards the fusion stage more smoothly." An elder who is proficient in martial arts also made a suggestion.

The difficulty of practicing all five elements simultaneously becomes greater as time goes on, and the difficulty of crossing realms increases. Many people at the scene were not optimistic that Li Mu could successfully reach the next great realm using the five elements method.

Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu with a smile in his eyes. If he had not discovered Li Mu's 'little secret', perhaps he would have been like the other elders present and not been optimistic about his advancement to the fusion stage!

Thinking of the dangerous moment in the battle with Gao Hong and Xin Tiansen, Li Mu stepped forward and used the "Xuan Tian Sword Formation" to help him out of danger, completely exposing his cultivation. It was at that time that Sword Master Feng realized that Li Mu was not simple.

This kid is not only proficient in refining equipment, setting up formations, and sword formations, he is also extremely good at hiding his cultivation. The Qixuan Sect also had seven incarnations of the gods, which he prepared in advance for refining the Dharma Domain. If not for this time, he was lost in the Shadow Dark Domain for more than a hundred years, he would probably have condensed the Dharma Domain long ago.

Facing Sword Master Feng's half-smile, Li Mu's scalp numbed slightly and he smiled bitterly in his heart, but he also understood how well Sword Master Feng knew him.

So, Li Mu coughed lightly and said seriously: "Sword Master has a keen eye. I do have some plans and preparations, but the path of practicing the five elements is my choice after careful consideration. I don't want to give up easily. I am also quietly preparing for the condensation of the law domain. I will go all out when the time is right. Next, I will be in seclusion in the Qixuan Sect for a while."

"As it should be!" Sword Master Feng nodded with a smile, and then looked at Qiu Yuanhong. The elders said, "Remember, don't disturb Elder Li during this period of time. Let him refine the weapons and set up the formation for you."

"Yes, Sword Master." Qiu Yuanhong and the elders agreed in unison, and their admiration for Li Mu increased a little more. (End of this chapter)