After the Skyfall

Chapter 869 The Old Martial Saint

Li Yi never expected that his brief conversation with Sun Boxiu would lead to such a difficult problem.

Pollution on Earth is intensifying and is also affecting other worlds. People on other worlds have no experience dealing with pollution problems. If this trend continues, it could trigger an even greater crisis once some worlds are polluted.

"This is really a problem for the Earth," he thought to himself, while suspecting that the intensification of pollution was intentional.

Hua Qing said that some people did not want to see the rise of Earth, so they sealed this place off.

Pollution is just the first line of defense.

The increased pollution means that someone has strengthened the first line of defense. If this line of defense cannot be broken, the second line of defense will likely be strengthened as well.

If another cataclysmic event were to occur, connecting some dangerous and terrifying worlds with Earth, cultivators on Earth would likely be forced to cross boundaries once again.

Last time, if Li Yi hadn't brought a group of experts from the world of the Dharma-ending Age, the invasion from the Demon God Realm, the Xuanxian Continent, and the Dark World alone would have been enough to destroy them all.

“Li Yi, you’ve just arrived at Golden Academy. There’s no rush. Take a few days to rest and think things through. I’ll take care of contacting the higher-ups and will also help you convey your thoughts.”

Sun Boxiu was quite composed. He advised Li Yi not to be impatient and to wait a while before making a decision.

Li Yi wasn't someone who wouldn't listen to advice. He nodded slightly and said, "I'll take advantage of these few days to find out about the pollution situation. Also, Dean Sun, please spread this news throughout Golden Academy to give everyone some time to prepare."

“If the information is spread widely, it will also reach the ears of people in other worlds. Even though the experts from all the major worlds have already left Earth, I am certain that they will leave behind spies and informants,” Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi said, "It doesn't matter. Cross-border battles can't be fought secretly. They can only be fought openly. Even if you want to hide it, you can't."

Upon hearing this, Sun Boxiu said no more and simply nodded in agreement.

After the conversation ended, Sun Boxiu added, "By the way, Li Yi, if you have time, you can go to the Martial Arts Building of the Golden Academy. In the past six months, the Golden Academy has compiled and recorded all the cultivation methods it can master and put them in the Martial Arts Building for all students to view and learn. Many cultivation methods are very helpful for people who practice multiple methods."

“Okay, I’ll go check it out when I have the chance,” Li Yi nodded.

“I’ll have someone arrange accommodation for you. With your authority, you’ll definitely get the best treatment,” Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi waved his hand and said, "No need, I'm fine living in my own immortal warship. Let Dean Sun know when he's done with his business. I'll be staying here for a while."

"Don't worry, I will definitely take this matter seriously," Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi said no more and prepared to take Lin Yue elsewhere to see if there were any other people he knew in the Golden Academy. It would be a good thing to meet them and catch up.

"Li Yi, wait a minute." Suddenly, an old man with a long beard reaching his waist next to Sun Boxiu called out, squinting his eyes.

Just as Li Yi was about to leave, he glanced at the man and asked, "Old man, is there something you need?"

“Li Yi, I forgot to introduce you. This is Wu Tianji, from the Martial Saint Continent. He is Ji Wu’s master. He came from another realm to join the Golden Academy and has been a great help.” Sun Boxiu immediately introduced him.

"Dean Sun is right. I am Wu Wuji, a martial artist who has crossed over from another realm, and also a martial saint. I heard that my disciple Ji Wu was defeated by you. As his master, I cannot ignore this. Therefore, I would like to spar with you, Li Yi, as a martial artist today, but only to stop when we have reached our goal, so as not to hurt our relationship."

Although the old martial saint had a kind and gentle demeanor, a strong fighting spirit burst forth in his eyes.

Li Yi was not surprised by such a challenge.

That's how warriors always are.

If one didn't have a temper and a fiery spirit, one wouldn't have reached the level of a Martial Saint. Although I don't know what this realm represents, the other party comes from the Martial Saint Continent, so the Martial Saint must be the pinnacle of that world.

“You are no match for me, old man. You should hone your skills some more before challenging me again,” Li Yi said.

"I once entered the realm of demons and gods, and even exchanged blows with the Demon King. I was slightly better than him. In addition, this year I have also cultivated other techniques, taking the best from others and making up for my own weaknesses. My body has surpassed its peak, and I believe my strength is not weak." The old martial saint named Wu Tianji stroked his beard and said.

Li Yi understood what he meant.

This Martial Saint had long harbored the desire to challenge him, but lacked an understanding of his own strength. That's why he challenged the Demon King. After all, Li Yi had fought the Demon King head-on a year ago. If a Martial Saint couldn't even defeat the Demon King, then he certainly wasn't qualified to challenge him. Wu Tianji, on the other hand, was confident in defeating the Demon King. That's why he took the initiative to challenge Li Yi today, even waiting until the next day. Of course, this temperament was also very much in line with the standards of a martial artist.

“I understand what you mean, sir.” Li Yi nodded slightly. “But let’s call it a day. Let’s do it tomorrow. I’ll wait for you here tomorrow.”

“Alright, it’s a deal.” The old martial saint’s eyes lit up and he immediately said.

Li Yi said, "I will not go back on my word now that I have said it in front of so many people."

He didn't harbor any hostility towards him; he simply treated it as a normal exchange of skills. After all, Ji Wu had also fought for Earth. Although his purpose was to hone himself, he had still made contributions, and that was an indelible fact.

Moreover, since this old martial saint was able to gain Sun Boxiu's trust, he must be a master who is on Earth's side, so Li Yi was willing to give him such an opportunity.

Sometimes, it is only after a top expert from another world has witnessed the vastness of the world that one can better inspire the desire to climb higher.

After agreeing to the matter, Li Yi parted ways with Lin Yue, Sun Boxiu, and the others.

“Master Wu Tianji, you must have felt just how terrifying the power is contained within Li Yi’s body. Isn’t it a bit unwise to challenge him now?” Sun Boxiu asked.

Wu Tianji smiled and shook his head, saying, "Wouldn't it be better if we lost? At least it would prove that there is still a path beyond Martial Saint. To be honest, if it weren't for the need to extend my lifespan and maintain my condition, I would not want to cultivate immortality."

"Moreover, since I have come to this world, I must naturally open up a new path for the Martial Saint Continent. Otherwise, wouldn't I be wasting this opportunity to cross realms? This Li Yi is full of vigor and looks like a god descending to earth. Perhaps we can find a path beyond Martial Saint from him."

His purpose in taking on the challenge was not to avenge his disciple, but for the sake of martial arts.

After all, within the entire Golden Academy, only Li Yi was qualified to guide this old Martial Saint on his future path. There were very few others who could surpass Wu Tianji, and none of them cultivated martial arts, so Wu Tianji had no interest in them.

"The Martial Saint Continent? Interesting. It would be nice to visit it sometime."

After Li Yi left with Lin Yue, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.

"It's truly remarkable that a martial arts world could produce a Martial Saint comparable to a Demon King," Lin Yue exclaimed from the side.

"I estimate there's more than one Martial Saint, it just so happens that one of them came to Earth," Li Yi said. "If this old Martial Saint really learns from my strengths and weaknesses and forges a new path, that would be incredible. His combat power would probably surpass mine immediately."

The accumulation of power in a great cultivation world is indeed terrifying.

Especially those powerful individuals who have reached the pinnacle of their cultivation.
In their youth, they must have been exceptionally talented and gifted, rare geniuses, only appearing once in a century. It's just that the world's limits have locked them in. Once they break free of these constraints, they will be true dragons soaring through the heavens.

Li Yi's master, Zhao Ge, was merely a martial artist practicing Qi cultivation in the Four Seas and Eight Continents. However, after crossing over to Earth, he made rapid progress, and his strength suddenly surpassed that of many evolved beings.

Unfortunately, his master Zhao Ge was not a once-in-a-century genius. He spent his entire life in the world and only reached the Qi Refining stage, so he was only of average to above-average talent.

Xiang Xiangzi and Xuan Yuezi, who came from the world of Dharma decline, had exceptional talent. After crossing over to another world, they had enough resources to reach the Great Perfection in just a few years, and they even had to rebuild their cultivation once.

But Li Yi could see that the old Martial Saint had even more amazing talent. Although he was old, as long as he cultivated immortality techniques and solved the problem of aging, he would definitely have a bright future.

"It seems Earth has really changed a lot, and some extraordinary beings have started to emerge." Lin Yue paused for a moment and said, "Zhao Lingfu and I are both a bit out of touch with this era."

She then sighed helplessly.

Li Yi laughed and said, "Sister Lin, don't be discouraged. It doesn't matter if cultivation is slow. If something goes wrong, I'll still be here for you."

"You've really grown up; you've even learned how to comfort people. From now on, Sister Lin will be counting on you. Don't complain that Sister Lin is useless."

Lin Yue looked at Li Yi and smiled.

She felt that as long as she persisted in her cultivation, she could at least stay by Li Yi's side in the future, so that she wouldn't be left behind and unable to even see his back.

“How could that be? Sister Lin, you’re overthinking it. When you have time, take Uncle Biao on a trip to the world of incense offerings. My parents have already reunited and are staying in that world. It’s time for them to meet their elders. After all, they’ll have to come back to live here in the future,” Li Yi said.

(End of this chapter)