The sequence is too involutional, luckily I am too.

"Not only the sequence, but even the cultivation method can resonate with the three little plants?"

The three little plants and three little monsters are already indispensable to his combat power. If they can improve along with him, that would be the best outcome.

All he had to do was keep learning new cultivation methods.

Lu Yan revealed a satisfied smile, and then opened the scroll in his hand.

[Bronze-level - Shaking Mountain Breathing Technique (Beginner): 0%]

[Bronze Water Moon Meditation Method (Beginner): 0%]

After a brief moment of contemplation, Lu Yan assumed a stance and took the lead in practicing the Shaking Mountain Breathing Technique.

Although it was his first time practicing, Lu Yan followed the movements and his fists and palms were filled with the power to move mountains and drive rivers.

This was a feeling he had never experienced before, at least not when practicing the Floating Pagoda Breathing Technique.

Lu Yan seemed to be deep in thought; the movements accompanying different breathing methods are quite different.

For example, the breathing method of the Buddha, with its accompanying movements, is mostly used to help develop qi and blood, and can be considered a cultivation method.

The Shaking Mountain Breathing Technique is completely different; the accompanying movements can be used in combat and can be considered a fighting style.

Lu Yan believed he was quite strong, but his fighting style was simple and brutal, lacking any real skill.

But right now, he's using this style of play with ease, as if he's practiced it for years.

After quickly completing a set of tactics, he immediately checked the progress.

[Mount Shaking Breathing Technique (Proficient): 11%]

After only practicing it once, the progress of the Shaking Mountain Breathing Technique actually increased to proficiency.

Such a terrifying rate of improvement was something he had never experienced before.

Suddenly, he subconsciously looked down at his hands.

As the blood and energy circulated slowly in his palm, the jade hand shimmered with a faint emerald green glow, its luster becoming even more lustrous than before.

The compatibility with one's own Qi and blood, as well as one's spiritual energy, has increased significantly compared to when it was first acquired.

"Is it because of the weapon mastery trait of a top-tier warrior?"

Lu Yan's eyes lit up, and he performed the Shaking Mountain Fist Technique again.

[Mount Shaking Breathing Technique (Proficient): 32%]

Although they didn't directly break through to mastery, the speed of progress is already quite astonishing.

"I never knew weapon mastery could be used in this way!"

Lu Yan grinned. It seemed he would have to find a breathing technique with matching fighting methods to practice in the future.

Suddenly, a subtitle flashed before his eyes.

[The advancement path for Ultimate Warriors has been discovered!]

【Advanced Requirements for Ultimate Warrior: Master the techniques of five different weapons (1/5)】

【Second requirement for advancement to Ultimate Warrior: Master all five Bronze Breathing Techniques (1/5)】

【Advancement Condition 3 for Ultimate Warrior: Defeat a Sequence 7 Transcendent Being (0/1)】

"They've finally arrived!"

Lu Yan's eyes lit up. Judging from this trend, the Extreme Soldier Warrior would probably be the first to advance to Sequence 7.

With this in mind, Lu Yan didn't delay any longer and continued his cultivation.

The first two conditions are manageable, but defeating a physical Sequence 7 in a head-on confrontation is not so easy.

……

Inside the courtroom, the atmosphere in the minister's office was somewhat somber.

"You mean Fang Xiu ran away?"

Yao Xiangyang placed his hands on the desk, his fingertips slightly interlaced, and asked in a deep voice, his tone thoughtful.

But his gaze remained fixed on the glass curtain wall opposite him from beginning to end, never wavering for even a moment.

On the glass curtain wall, surveillance footage of various public areas in the Judgment Department Tower is continuously displayed, showing people moving about and light and shadow shifting.

No matter how the scene changed, Yao Xiangyang's gaze remained fixed on the surveillance footage of Lu Yan's dormitory door, with a subtle scrutiny hidden in his eyes.

"He ran away. By the time I led my men to his residence, it was already deserted, without even a trace left."

Russell shrugged, his tone tinged with a mix of helplessness and self-deprecation.

"I guess the commotion I made when I arrested the traitor was too big. That kid has a keen sense of smell, and he ran away as soon as he got the news."

Yao Xiangyang still did not respond, but his gaze remained fixed on the curtain wall, his expression solemn, and no one could see through his thoughts.

"That's enough, you've been staring at this surveillance camera for a whole day and night."

Seeing this, Russell, who was exhausted after a long day, couldn't help but roll his eyes, his tone tinged with a hint of sarcasm.

"You even willingly handed over that fragment to him, are you planning to back out now?"

Yao Xiangyang remained silent, his gaze still fixed on the scene, lost in thought.

This kid hasn't opened his room door all day. Could he really be a complete cultivation fanatic?

Seeing this, Russell was speechless for a moment, then shrugged and said, "If I had known you'd be this slow, I should have just snatched this kid as my apprentice. It's much easier than dealing with someone as cunning as you. This is exhausting!"

"One should always be wary of others." Yao Xiangyang finally spoke slowly, letting out a cold snort with a sharp look in his eyes.

"How many traitors from the Judgment Department have you arrested these past few days? The more gifted and fortunate a person is, the more cautious and vigilant you must be. A slight misstep could backfire and endanger the entire shelter."

Upon hearing this, Russell, unusually, did not refute it. The playfulness on his face gradually faded, and his expression became more serious.

Yao Xiangyang is right. There have been frequent traitors within the adjudication department recently, even implicating core high-ranking officials. They have no choice but to be cautious.

A brief silence fell over the office. After a moment, Russell suddenly spoke, his tone tentative, breaking the silence.

"Then let me ask you, if one day you discover that this kid is also a traitor, harboring treacherous intentions, what do you plan to do?"

Yao Xiangyang still didn't answer, but a sharp, piercing glint flashed in his eyes. The determination and coldness in his gaze said it all.

No matter who it is, even if they are his own apprentices, as long as they betray humanity and collude with the followers of the evil god, he will not hesitate to take action and judge them.

"You're still the same as before, incorruptible and showing no mercy whatsoever."

Russell grinned, his tone a mix of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of deep emotion) and 望望 (wàngwàng, anticipation).

"Hopefully this kid can pull through and not let us down, otherwise he'll be in for a rough time."

"You've been talking more and more nonsense lately."

Yao Xiangyang rolled his eyes in annoyance and urged in a cold tone, "Hurry up and continue to capture the traitors and track down Fang Xiu's whereabouts. Those old guys will be back from the secret realm soon."

"I know, I know, I must have owed you something in my past life." Russell waved his hand impatiently, turning and walking towards the office door while muttering a complaint.

"All he does is order others around while he slacks off by watching the monitors all day long."

Yao Xiangyang ignored his complaints, his gaze remaining fixed on the surveillance footage of Lu Yan's dormitory.

……

Shelter 056, on an old street.

Fang Xiu, dressed in a tattered cloak, carefully moved through the streets and alleys.

He still can't figure out how he was exposed.

"Could it be a leak from a follower of the Shadow Serpent?"

Fang Xiu's expression was sinister. He had been working undercover in the Black Dog Gang for many years and had never shown any abnormality.

Even though the Black Dog Gang suffered a dramatic change recently, he still played his role seriously and never did anything suspicious.

Even when the two great evil spirits joined forces to plan something as important as the 056 shelter, he never interfered.

After all, he had a more important task than these.

Thinking of this, he unconsciously touched a small sickle pendant around his neck.

Suddenly, Fang Xiu seemed to realize something, carefully put away the pendant, and looked behind him.

From the previously inconspicuous dark corner, countless pitch-black shadow snakes suddenly emerged, coiling up in the streets and alleys like a tide. Their scarlet eyes were fixed on Fang Xiu, radiating a bloodthirsty ferocity, as if they were about to devour him at any moment.

"What do you want from me?"

Fang Xiu's voice was icy as he said, "Your stronghold has already been exposed. Are you trying to drag us down with you now?"

"Drag them down?"

The Shadow Serpent Messenger's tone was mocking as he sneered, "Look at your pathetic state now. Is it really worth it to put on a brave face?"

Fang Xiu's expression grew even more grim, but he still patiently asked, "So, do you have a solution?"

The Shadow Serpent Messenger didn't speak, but silently pointed to the sewer beneath his feet.

Fang Xiu's face darkened with anger as he roared, "Your solution is to hide in the sewers and become a rat in the street?!"

"Of course not."

The Shadow Serpent follower shook his head and said, "Don't forget, our initial goal was simply the Primal Card hidden in Sanctuary 056."

"Although most plans have been shelved, Shelter 056 is in pretty much chaos. All we need to do now is add fuel to the fire."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xiu understood.

"Are you planning to initiate a blood sacrifice?"

"That's right, it's a blood sacrifice!"

The Shadow Serpent Messenger's voice was devoid of any warmth, carrying a chilling madness.

"Since these humans are unwilling to submit to my god's command, unwilling to become my god's followers, then they can only become my god's food and drink, nourishing my god with their blood and souls!"