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Chapter 184 Sumeru Cave, 'Grand Celestial Immortal' Purple Mansion Fruit, Obtain the Three Limits Secret Scroll, Embark on Everyone's Journey!
The Xie residence in Jiangyin Prefecture.

This old and quiet mansion was originally abandoned and uninhabited.

However, some time ago, a group of nobles dressed in black armor, riding in carriages with fire-breathing horses and adorned with luxurious jade curtains, suddenly appeared inside.

From then on, the character "谢" (xie, meaning "thank you") was placed on the plaque.

And during this period of time.

The entire Jiangyin Prefecture was drawn by the news, and countless prominent families and powerful clans came to pay their respects.

Some presented visiting cards, willing to wait from noon until sunset just to have an audience with the emperor. Passersby who witnessed this scene but did not understand the origin of the word "thank you" were greatly shocked.

This day.

After leaving the 'black market', Ji Xiu let out a light breath and followed the invitation he had received at the Beicang Marquis's residence to the front of this mansion.

Before him stood armor engraved with the character "谢" (Xie), faces covered by armor, and armored guards standing on either side.

In terms of sheer oppression, it surpasses even the 'centurions' of the garrison camp in Jiangyin Prefecture.

However, these soldiers were merely private troops recruited and trained by the "Yu Huan Xie Clan" in the prefecture of "Beicang".

Compared to the grand scale and organized structure of the Jushi family, which could rival the divine armor and immortal soldiers of the Divine Path and fight against each other, the Jushi family's guards were far inferior.

But even so.

It was something that ordinary noble families, who possessed fiefdoms and the right to raise private armies, could only dream of but never attain.

However, when one of these armored Xie clan members from Cangdu, who kept their eyes straight ahead, saw Ji Xiu arrive at the door.

The expression that had been so deep beneath the mask changed abruptly after seeing his face clearly.

Before Ji Xiu could even present his visiting card...

The armored soldier standing on the left immediately stepped forward, seemingly recognizing him, his tone somewhat respectful:

"Is that Ji Xiu, the young master of the Marquis of Beicang's mansion?"

"My name is Tian Chuan, a private soldier under the Beicang branch of the 'Yu Huan Xie Clan'. I came to Jiangyin with Lady Xie and Miss Zhi Nan. I previously served as Miss Zhi Nan's horse handler and stirrup handler. I had met you before at the Beicang Marquis's residence."

"The Queen had previously instructed that you, young master, should simply come in."

"Please come with me!"

After speaking, Tian Chuan, a private soldier of the Xie family of Yu Huan, whispered something to his colleague beside him.

The man had been keeping a straight face, but after listening, his expression changed immediately. He glanced at Ji Xiu, his eyes filled with respect and a hint of barely perceptible envy.

Immediately, Tian Chuan led Ji Xiu into the Xie residence.

Upon entering.

A magnificent, jewel-encrusted carriage was set up in front of a garden with finely pebbled stones.

Beside them, a group of exotic steeds with smooth fur and radiating fiery brilliance lay resting listlessly, snorting and causing waves of scorching heat to fill the air, making them quite extraordinary.

Upon seeing Ji Xiu's gaze, she paid him a slight attention.

Tagawa immediately puffed out his chest and began to speak eloquently to him, introducing himself as follows:
"This is a rare breed called 'Red Sun Steed' bred by the Xie family of Yuhuan using secret techniques. Once each one reaches adulthood, its intelligence and strength will be comparable to that of a top-tier spirit."

“Some who are fortunate enough to be born into this family can transform into ‘spiritual creatures’ and become the standard mounts for the Xie family’s descendants when they travel.”

Ji Xiu had seen this Crimson Sun Steed before.

His Azure Horned Deer, which he brought from Anning County and is now kept in the Beicang Marquis's mansion, has only reached this level after experiencing so many changes.

Although it received Bai Shuo's essence blood as a gift, that silly deer's future prospects are definitely not just comparable to the spiritual level of a 'Qi Refining Master'.

If it stays with you, it might one day be promoted to an 'auspicious' status.

Xie Zhinan, who had previously clashed with Xiao Mingli, was just an ordinary woman from the Xie family. Yet she had such a background, which was a stroke of luck for her.

No wonder he is so young, only in his early twenties, yet his strength alone surpasses that of most of the Marquis of Beicang's mansion.

Being born into a good family is something you can only envy.

"Miss Zhinan."

Ji Xiu, who was listening to Tian Chuan's introduction, turned around and found that the armored soldiers of the Xie family had stopped abruptly, then bowed respectfully and suddenly spoke.

Turning around, I saw Xie Zhinan, with her hair half-tied up, wearing a flowing palace dress, and with exquisite features, walking slowly from the inner courtyard with a complex expression.

Upon seeing Ji Xiu, the woman's makeup showed a hint of frustration, but it quickly faded away.
"You have earned Aunt Xie's approval, that's your own ability, I have nothing to say about it."

"I apologize for my impetuousness regarding the 'Ascension Robe' incident."

Ji Xiu didn't think much of those few words.

But Tagawa, a private soldier in armor on one side, stared wide-eyed, his eyes practically glued to the screen.

Xie family daughter from the Yu Huan Xie clan
He personally apologized to a young prodigy within the manor.

What is this concept?
Tian Chuanping usually served under the Xie family in Cangdu in Beicangzhou. Among the Xie family members he had met, Xie Zhinan, a descendant of the ancestral lineage who came from the ancestral land, was of a lower status.

But those young masters and ladies are all very arrogant, and the one who can make them bow down has not yet been born!
And their status is not as high as that of this Miss Xie Zhinan!
The woman named Xie Fuyao, who was recorded in the register and assumed the title of 'Jade Universe Xie Clan'.
Just how much do they value this Young Master Ji, that they even have their own juniors from the same clan personally bow down and apologize after being offended?

The turmoil in his heart had just begun.

Suddenly, a vast and ethereal sound was heard, which traveled back and reached Xie Zhinan and Ji Xiu's ears:

"coming?"

"Let's go inside."

He was naturally familiar with the voice; it belonged to Xie Fuyao, the mistress of the Xie residence who was currently residing there!
The reason she is called "female ruler" is that, according to the Xie clan records of Cangdu, all those who can be included in the "Ancestral Land Register" should be addressed with an honorific title, regardless of whether they are from a branch or collateral lineage.

In other words, if she wanted, she could establish another branch of the Xie family anytime, anywhere, in any prefecture, and let it multiply and thrive. She had that right!
This young man is so highly regarded by the queen.
It's truly enviable.

Under Tian Chuan's envious gaze, Ji Xiu followed Xie Zhinan, striding forward and heading straight into the inner courtyard.

Upon entering.

Behind the screen, two figures sat comfortably on two couches.

One of the figures was a woman. Even from the blurry silhouette, she exuded elegance and grace, resembling Xie Fuyao from the previous visit to the Marquis of Beicang's residence. It must be her.

As for the other one, he appeared to have broad shoulders and a masculine appearance, but his wide robes and sleeves obscured his features. However, he gave Ji Xiu an inexplicable sense of familiarity.

After that, he was introduced to Xie Fuyao.

Xie Zhinan immediately understood and said:
"Auntie, I'm going downstairs now."

“Previously, a descendant of the ‘Qishan Jiang Clan’ who was temporarily residing in this Jiangyin pharmacy presented a visiting card to you.”

"His father also awakened the 'Jiang family ancestral bloodline' and was included in the clan register. I heard that he also received the true teachings of the 'Mahayana Wuxiang Temple,' one of the Heavenly Realms of the Pure Land Esoteric School. I just don't know why he ended up in Jiangyin Prefecture."

"If he comes to pay his respects, should I go and meet him on your behalf, or..."

Behind the screen, Xie Fuyao remained calm:
"The Jiang family's scheme has nothing to do with me."

“I was just passing through Jiangyin Prefecture. I will take you back to Cangdu in a couple of days. What the descendants of the Qishan Jiang clan are doing here has nothing to do with my Yuhuan Xie clan.”

"However, since they are both among the 'Nine Great Families' and possess a thousand-year history, it is still necessary to meet them after sending a visiting card."

"If he comes, you should go and meet him for me and reveal a few details."

Upon hearing this, Xie Zhinan bowed his head in agreement and withdrew. As for Ji Xiu, listening to the two's uninhibited conversation, he noticed the words 'Luota Pharmacy' and couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart:
"When did that old bastard Huang Ai, the owner of the pharmacy, get such a powerful backer?"

No wonder these 'thirty-six trades' can control the lifeline of a prefecture, and those schools from outside the island rarely get involved, mostly keeping to themselves.

Every relationship has someone backing you up!

Qishan Jiang Clan
I just don't know how much connection there is between them and this pharmacy.
Just as Ji Xiu was pondering this in his heart.

Xie Fuyao looked at him, her senses sharp:

"What kind of opportunity have you recently had that has caused your 'Divine Soul Thoughts' to grow to almost twice their original size?"

"If this thought can cultivate a 'seed of Daoist magic,' it can serve as the foundation for 'Daoist arts,' allowing one to open up the Purple Mansion."

"Your Purple Mansion grade is probably not low; at least it should be at the peak of the first rank among the 'Qi Refining Masters'!"

"Although the Dragon Elephant True Sect split off from True Martial Mountain, it shouldn't possess such a secret technique."

"Could it be that your returned grandmaster, 'Wang Xuanyang,' passed it on to you? Is he not insane?"

Upon hearing Xie Fuyao's speculation, Ji Xiu thought to himself, "This Master Xie is truly insightful."

He had just received an advance from that "Master Jiang" in the black market for the first part of the "Dao Zhang" level "Lie Xian Zhang" (a book on immortals), intending to use it to forge his Purple Mansion and achieve great success, and then come to her to find a way to break through the three limits, called "Dao and Wu Dual Cultivation, advancing on both fronts." She immediately noticed this.

【The Six Chapters of Mysterious Lord's Secret Records - The Chapter on Immortals (Part 1)】

[The Six Chapters of Xuanjun were created by Xuanjun after six days of study, during which he glimpsed the secret arts of the heretical sects of 'Immortals, Buddhas, Gods, Saints, Demons, and Monsters.' He poured his heart and soul into creating these chapters!]

[Among them, the Scroll of Immortals is the method for 'Divine Soul Advancement'. Studying this technique can forge the 'Great Dao Purple Mansion' to house the Niwan Palace and reside the Divine Soul!]

[This "Chapter on the Immortals" was created by the Great Mystic Venerable when he established himself within the Great Mystic territory, dividing lands and establishing his own lineage. He listened to the teachings of the Sumeru Patriarch in the "Sumeru Cave" of the Great Dao lineage and thus created it.]

[The Master of Mount Sumeru annotated this scroll, claiming that upon completion, one could attain the fruit of a 'Great Celestial Immortal'.]

[Therefore, before forging the Purple Palace, one must maintain a steadfast heart, and within the confines of the spiritual mountain, chop firewood for three years, carry water for three years, and sweep the steps for three years, enduring the cold winters and hot summers, completing nine extreme tasks, only then can one achieve spiritual perfection, open the Purple Palace, advance to a high level of cultivation, and unleash Taoist arts!]

[After receiving the ordination certificate, one must, with great perseverance, visualize daily the arising of a 'Spiritual Mountain' from the Niwan point (the center of the head), refining the spirit within it. When this process is complete, the Spiritual Mountain becomes the Purple Palace, and the Daoist scriptures are thus completed!]

[The Secret Records of the Mysterious Lord in Six Chapters - Chapter on Immortals, Part 1: (1/900)!]

This was the last gift Jiang Li left for herself before she left.

She went to find her three treasures of 'essence, energy, and spirit' and also passed on to herself the top-notch Taoist arts of cultivating the spirit and soul.

Unlike all previous advance payments, this time the progress was extremely difficult for Ji Xiu, involving things like the mental evolution of Mount Ling, contemplating the true meaning, and refining his character.
Even though he tried his best, the results were minimal.

According to his estimate.

It will take me at least three days to make even a little progress in the advance payment.

This progress of a full nine hundred points will take him three or four years to break through this 'shackle' and advance to 'high-level Taoist master'!
Frankly speaking, this progress is not bad, and it ranks at the 'Daozhang level'. Once you fully master it, you can advance to the 'Daoist High Master' level, which is comparable to the 'Qi Refining Master' level.
It must be much stronger than others in the same class!
It's just that his progress has been quite slow compared to his previous improvements.

In the past, Ji Xiu wouldn't have had any good solutions, but things are different now.

[A Dream of Yellow Millet: The Gift of Entering Dreams.]

[The recipient of the ordination can use this as an anchor point to enter a dream to cultivate the Dao Chapter-level Purple Mansion True Skill 'Ranked Immortals Chapter' for the first time!]

This Taoist talisman was obtained from his master, Xu Longxiang.
This not only expanded Ji Xiu's available resources to three more channels, but also added another possibility to his cultivation!
Cultivating oneself in dreams, comprehending the true meaning!
What is that concept?
It's like starting a second life!

So even though it hasn't been put into practice yet.

Ji Xiu also had a premonition that with this as a reliance, his future cultivation progress would definitely continue to advance by leaps and bounds.
Just after Xie Fuyao discovered Ji Xiu's secret, she saw that Ji Xiu had been pondering for a long time without responding.

Therefore, he only asked a couple of questions and did not delve too deeply into the matter. Then, he changed the subject and began to subtly inquire about his grandmaster, Wang Xuanyang.

Ji Xiu didn't hide anything, mainly because it wouldn't have made any difference if he did. After all, the news of his grandmaster Wang Xuanyang's presence on Jin'ao Island of the Heavenly Blade Sect had already spread throughout the entire mansion.

Even his delirious state had long been the talk of the town, and even if he had any enemies or adversaries...
They're probably on their way right now, so there's no point in hiding anything.

Fortunately, the old man still had some ability to protect himself.

Even his own master, Xu Longxiang, a dignified titled Martial Saint, was slapped so hard that he staggered and fainted, which was why he was coveted by someone with ulterior motives.
The three lingering thoughts within his body, including his own, that are currently locked in a power struggle, are no pushovers.

However, Ji Xiu chose not to speak about these matters.

Half an hour later.

After hearing his description, Xie Fuyao seemed thoughtful, then let out a soft hum, as if somewhat relieved:
“Your grandmaster was good-looking back then, but he had a terrible temper and offended a lot of people.”

"His current state is a form of retribution, and it's a good opportunity to teach him a lesson for his arrogance."

"However, you don't need to worry too much. The 'Soldier's Grave' has never been heard of before. The fact that a second person was able to come out proves that he is capable."

"However, once this news spreads, the entire Great Xuan will likely be shaken."

"Even the next successor of 'Jiangnan Sword Mountain' will probably suffer damage to his reputation. People will question whether his claim of 'unbeatable title' after emerging from the Tomb of Disintegration is true."

"So next, someone might covet the 'secret' of your grandmaster."

At this point, she thought for a moment:
"Moreover, it's possible that other branches of the Sword Dao Ancestral Court, which have been fragmented, will also come knocking on our door."

"Fortunately, you have become a disciple of that martial saint from 'True Martial Mountain,' so you should be safe."

"After all, the master he studied under at Zhenwu Mountain back then was one of the oldest figures at Zhenwu Mountain. So even though he left Zhenwu Mountain and broke off relations, the bond between them is still there, which is quite extraordinary."

"So you can stay by his side and don't need to come with me to Cangdu."

"This is perfect for you."

After Xie Fuyao finished speaking, she tossed the last scroll of the 'Immortal Robe' that she had prepared to Ji Xiu.

The jade book was made entirely of glass, and it was quite similar to the scrolls of cloud and rainbow robes that I had seen before.

But Ji Xiu caught the jade book that was thrown to him.
In an instant, my heart started pounding.

Only because————

[Detection detected that the recipient has obtained the fourth volume of the Immortal Robe, 'Xuanji Scroll'!]

This is the final stage of skin refining!

[By using the "cold earth treasures" of the four seasons to temper the outer layer, the Dao-grade immortal robe can undergo another transformation, breaking through the three limitations and glimpsing the purple ribbon!]

Cold belongs to Earth Treasure
Previously in Anning County, Ji Xiu had obtained the 'Jade Marrow Cold Lotus', but he presented it to Xiao Mingli, the daughter of the Marquis of Beicang, through Old Man Huang.

But just recently!

The 'Winter Plum Dragon Branch' that he just received from Jiang Li is exactly the same!

If this is used as a basis, the three limits can be forged.

Wouldn't that be a natural progression?

A moment!

Ji Xiu's eyes lit up, his breathing quickened, and without hesitation, he immediately made the advance payment!

this moment.

As long as he returns to the Beicang Marquis's residence.

In an instant, he will reach the third level and begin practicing the "True Martial World-Suppressing Demon-Subduing Profound Skill" passed down by Xu Longxiang, embarking on everyone's journey!

And on this day...
He has waited for far too long!
(End of this chapter)