Grandpa, times have changed.

Half a month later.

Inside a pill-making room in the Myriad Races Academy within Fuyue City.

The room was filled with fragrance.

The elixir-like mist drifted slowly, making the entire alchemy room seem like a fairyland.

Xu Xing sat upright in front of a large bronze cauldron, holding a jade plate in his hand, on which were crystal-clear pills as beautiful as pearls and jade.

The refreshing fragrance of the elixir is invigorating.

However, it was something he refined after practicing for half a month after exchanging for the alchemy skill.

Take one and put it in your mouth, feeling the sweet liquid flow into your throat, and then in an instant it transforms into rich spiritual energy and spreads out.

A strange look flashed across his face.

"Isn't it said that alchemy is very difficult to learn?"

But when he actually started refining it, he discovered...

It was much simpler than expected.

emm...

It must be because my level of understanding is relatively high.

"That makes sense. It seems unreasonable that someone in the Nourishing Self Realm wouldn't be able to refine such basic introductory pills in half a month."

Chi Jiuyu, who was comparing the pills in the jade plate with those refined by Ye Zhiwei, suddenly broke down upon hearing this.

That's too one-sided, Uncle-Master!
As the saying goes, every coin has two sides; everyone has different strengths and weaknesses.

Who says that having a high cultivation level guarantees quick mastery of alchemy!
If you don't believe me, take it back and let your master try it!
She muttered a few words under her breath.

Xu Xing, however, had already poured the refined pills into a gourd and put them away, then stood up from in front of the bronze cauldron.

Since alchemy is feasible, we can try other skills as well.

Having just embarked on the path of self-cultivation, the next step of delving into the realm of emptiness is still far off, so this is a good time to study it thoroughly.

Thoughts raced through my mind.

Xu Xing put his black robe back on.

With a gentle ripple of his magic, he dispelled the lingering fragrance of the pills that filled the room, opened the heavy stone door, and strode out.

……

……

A week later.

Xu Xingdan has mastered all four major cultivation techniques: alchemy, weaponry, array formation, and talisman.

However, at the same time, the exchange points obtained along with the Nine Marks Heavenly Decree were also exhausted.

"You're leaving already?"

Standing before the teleportation array, Hong looked at Xu Xing, who had come to say goodbye.

"If you're short on exchange points, I have some here..."

The Nine-Trace Heavenly Decree allows you to receive a substantial amount of exchange points every month.

“That’s not the reason.” Xu Xing shook his head slightly. “It’s mainly because I’ve been delayed in the Heavenly Domain for so long, it’s time for me to set off.”

He originally only planned to exchange for some cultivation resources, take advantage of the situation, and leave.

His stay in the Heavenly Realm for so long has far exceeded his expectations.

"After all, staying any longer would just be a waste of my time, wouldn't it?"

"How can this be considered a waste..."

Hongzun hesitated, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he just sighed.

"Forget it, I won't try to persuade you anymore."

Ever since Senior Wu Shi had his accident, Brother Xu seems to have become a different person.

When he left the Eastern Wilderness and prepared to travel to other regions, he would say things like he just wanted to "live a peaceful life" and "if the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up."

But now...

"The journey is arduous, and you're traveling alone, so you should be extra careful."

"Will do."

After saying that, Xu Xing turned around and walked directly into the teleportation array without any hesitation.

Soon after, the light of the inter-domain teleportation array shone, and he disappeared in an invisible distortion.

Hong stood alone in front of the teleportation array for a long time...

half an hour.

He sighed softly, turned and walked away, soon disappearing at the end of the street.

……

……

Not long after.

A small town on the border of the Heavenly Realm, near the Mysterious Realm.

hum~
The inter-domain teleportation array emitted inexplicable fluctuations, causing ripples to spread through the void.

Soon, the light from the teleportation array dimmed.

A figure dressed in a black robe with the Nine-Trace Heavenly Decree hanging at his waist stepped out.

Upon seeing this, the guard standing to one side of the teleportation array changed his expression slightly and quickly lowered his head.

In the Heavenly Realm, apart from cultivation level, the markings on the Heavenly Decree represent everything!
Even the city lord only has five marks, nine marks...

They've never even seen one before!
Who knows what kind of temper this big shot with high marks has? It's best to keep a low profile and do nothing!

Fortunately, the figure in the black robe didn't linger. After stepping out of the teleportation array, he walked straight past him and disappeared around the corner shortly afterward.

Call ~
Just as the guardian of the inter-domain teleportation array breathed a sigh of relief.

Xu Xing, after stepping out of the teleportation array, did not stay in the city, but went directly outside the city.

After walking along the main road for a while, they went directly into the mountain forest beside the road and followed the rugged mountain path all the way to the depths of the desolate forest.

The sky was bright and clear.

Sunlight filters through the gaps in the branches and leaves, dappling the forest floor.

But perhaps because the trees were too dense, the forest still felt somewhat gloomy and damp.

The fallen leaves piled up into a thick layer, and stepping on them produced a series of crisp sounds as the stems and leaves snapped, making it difficult to get a foothold.

"It's just ahead..."

Xu Xingzhan stands on a large, protruding rock halfway up the mountain.

Looking ahead into the distance.

An invisible barrier, or 'boundary,' that cannot be seen with the naked eye but can be clearly perceived connects heaven and earth, separating the Xuan Domain from the Tian Domain.

This is a 'limit' personally set by Cang Zhi Zu Xuan, who is recognized as the strongest in the Tai Xuan Realm.

It doesn't possess any special powers or impose any restrictions; it's simply used to define the boundaries of the 'Mystic Domain'.

hiss~!

With a soft sound, a small snake, whose scales were indistinguishable from the surrounding fallen leaves, sprang forth and opened its snout to bite Xu Xing.

The curved, sharp fangs gleamed with a ghostly purple light.

However, before they even got close, a tiny bolt of lightning flashed through the void.

stab~
The little snake seemed to have suffered some irresistible blow; it froze and fell directly from mid-air.

It fell onto the bluestone and remained motionless.

Those who do not possess the Heavenly Decree must not offend those who possess it.

There is still room for maneuver in other aspects, but this one rule is imprinted in every part of the Heavenly Realm and is absolutely inviolable.

Xu Xing didn't pay any attention.

A similar thing happened not long after he entered the Heavenly Realm.

To be honest, although he suspected that Cang Zhi Zu Tian had ulterior motives for doing these things, the effects of the Nine-Trace Heavenly Decree were really quite impressive...

The next second, Xu Xing put away the Nine-Trace Heavenly Decree hanging on his waist.

His entire body vanished from the boulder, transforming into an invisible sword light that headed towards the Xuan Domain.

The moment he crossed the 'boundary' and officially entered the Xuan Domain.

In a picturesque valley, a transcendent being, otherworldly and indescribable in any language, turned his gaze back.

The small flower He held in His hand drifted down, but landed precisely back where it grew, connecting with the roots.

It's as if it had never been taken off.

"So it was him..."

He still had a deep impression of Xu Xing.

It wasn't because of his foundation, which far surpassed that of others in the same realm.

Whether it's a method called 'Foundation Building of Creation', 'Refining the Spirit Method', or 'Tai Xu Sword Technique', it's all the same to Him, the ancestor of the extraordinary.

What truly impressed Him was that chance encounter in the Eastern Wilderness more than two hundred years ago.

Despite never having met him before, he regarded me as an existence called 'immortal' at first glance.

What's even more remarkable is that, despite his weakness, he viewed the world with a 'detached' attitude.

That's interesting.

emm...

According to him, an immortal is a free and unfettered being, transcending the mundane.

In some ways, that makes sense. But now...

"You should have guessed who I am by now, right?"

Given his background, how would he feel upon learning his true identity?

Xuan couldn't help but feel curious, but he still turned his gaze away and focused on the beautiful scenery in front of him.

He could certainly see through Xu Xing's thoughts at a glance.

But that would be too boring.

He planned to ask him in person when he had the chance later.

I just don't know how I'll ever see myself again...

What would his feelings be?

……

……

night.

Deep within an unnamed mountain range.

Beneath the fallen leaves lies a spacious underground cavity.

The cave was lit up, and the soil on the surrounding walls was still very fresh, indicating that it had been dug not long ago. Several arrays were set up at the entrance for concealment.

Xu Xing sat upright in the hollow, holding a book he had exchanged from the Myriad Races Academy: "Detailed Explanation of Basic Formations".

The place where he is now was originally inhabited by some humans whom they had rescued and taught cultivation methods to.

However, I walked around the area during the day and didn't find a single clue.

no way

He could only dig a hole to rest for the night and then go look for something again tomorrow.

Three days.

If he still can't find it after three days, he'll have no choice but to head to the next human settlement he remembers.

After all, in this world, even some great clans with the potential to attain the Void Realm or even the Dao Integration Realm can be wiped out in an instant, let alone the human race, which has only recently begun cultivating.

A settlement doesn't even need a major disaster.

With just one minor accident, one can be mercilessly crushed by the wheels of history.

Three hours later.

Xu Xing closed the book "Detailed Explanation of Basic Formations" in his hand and took out a low table and tools for making talismans.

He spread out the talisman paper and dipped the brush in the spiritual ink.

Ok? !

My uncle is preparing to make a talisman!
Chi Jiuyu, who had been drowsy, suddenly perked up and quickly crawled to the opposite side of Xu Xing using both hands and feet.

Although his talent in formations is negative, his talent in talisman making...

She's an expert!

This isn't just her bragging; it's something that has truly been certified by the Tai Xuan Talisman Master Association!
Tsk!
However, my uncle's talent in cultivating various arts is truly astounding.

You can learn it as soon as you see it, and you can master it as soon as you start.

That's practically cheating!
In terms of talent alone, in alchemy, weapon crafting, and array formation, it's no less than her talent for talisman making...

wrong!

It was just a tiny bit off!

……

……

In the blink of an eye, three days had passed.

Unable to find anything, Xu Xing continued his journey, heading towards the next settlement in his memory.

This time it went very smoothly.

Although the exact location of the settlement differed slightly from my memory, it wasn't too far off.

Xu Xing stayed in the settlement for a month. In addition to passing on the cultivation method of Yangwu Realm, as well as the "Refining Spirit Method" and "Tai Xu Sword Technique", he also passed on the four major cultivation skills of alchemy, weapon crafting, array formation and talisman making that he had exchanged in the Myriad Races Academy.

Even after he patiently taught for a month, not many people actually got the hang of it...

Ok!

In fact, only the one in the settlement had mastered the basics of the formation.

Xu Xing was still somewhat doubtful when he left.

Did I misjudge the difficulty of these four cultivation techniques?

Or is there a problem with my teaching methods?

Therefore, on his way to the third human settlement in his memory, he reorganized and optimized the four major cultivation techniques he knew.

This further lowers the barrier to entry.

Another half month passed, and he finally arrived at the third human settlement in his memory.

It was already late at night.

Xu Xing originally planned to rest for one night and then go to search the vicinity the next day.

However, before he could find a place to rest, an unexpected incident caught his attention.

……

……

The moonlit night is lonely.

The pure radiance of jade blossoms falls upon the world.

The full moon is reflected in the lake, and a gentle breeze creates a shimmering scene.

The willow branches by the lake swayed gently in the wind, and the moonlight shone down, as if they were covered with a layer of frost.

On the lake shore, several figures were slowly moving forward in ornate palanquins under the moonlight.

Anyone with such a striking appearance could be described as "superior," and their eyes shone with a spiritual light, indicating they possessed considerable cultivation.

A person sat upright on the palanquin, with bright eyes and white teeth, and long, smooth hair cascading over their shoulders.

Her simple white dress couldn't conceal her imposing figure; her curves were exquisite, her skin as white as snow, and she was breathtakingly beautiful.

Her expression was very peaceful, even showing a kind of detached acceptance of the world.

The moonlight shone on her, making her look even more like a fairy from the moon palace.

High up!

Xu Xing remained hidden in the shadows, his gaze lingering on her for only a moment before shifting to the sky above the palanquin, where several pure white shadows loomed.

Although she was very beautiful, she was only about the same as his senior sister and Yuan, and his heart remained unmoved.

Compared to that, he cared more about those few pure white shadows.

There are seven paths in total, the weakest of which is the Condensation of One, and the strongest has even reached the Perfection of God Forging.

The woman on the palanquin, who appeared very calm, was also at the peak of her divine cultivation.

In such a place where spiritual energy is scarce, apart from a few cultivators at the Yangwu realm, practitioners at this level can practically do whatever they want!

but……

What is this being done?
Xu Xing was somewhat puzzled.

cooperate……

Not quite.

His sword mind was clear and flawless, and he could sense the deep malice emanating from those pure white shadows.

But the woman remained completely calm, showing no signs of negative emotions whatsoever.

This is very strange!

After observing for a while, I still couldn't find anything amiss.

He flashed and appeared directly in front of the group.

Unless there are shameless cultivators or high-level practitioners lurking in this place with sparse spiritual energy, he wouldn't be afraid of any of them here.

Not to mention that he also exchanged several trump cards that reached the Void Transformation level at the Myriad Races Academy.

Although it's not enough to directly confront a cultivator at the Void Transformation Realm, it's still quite easy to escape if one simply wants to.

So just go for it!

"I'm……"

Xu Xing, who had just stopped the group, was about to speak, explain his background, and ask some questions.

However, before he could finish speaking, a furious thought came from above!

Boo!
A piercing shriek caused visible distortions in the void, and tangible mental fluctuations surged toward Xu Xing.

They are questioning!
"Are you going to break the agreement?!"

An agreement?

What agreement?
Xu Xing frowned.

Chi Jiuyu, standing to the side, kept a close eye on the figure on the palanquin.

Senior Spirit Ancestor!

My uncle has only just met the Spirit Ancestor.

That little girl from before, that must be Senior Meizu! (End of Chapter)