Cultivation: I Can Reincarnate Into Various Worlds-Chapter 687 - 349. Ascend to the Chiming World (Part 2)

Goodwill is passed down continuously.

Although the Heavenly Saint Sect seemed desolate, with no Sage Monarch within its ranks, the Nascent Soul-level cultivation methods might have ceased to exist without his help.

However, can the Heavenly Saint Sect truly be bullied by other sects at will now?

Probably not!

Many Nascent Soul Sage Monarchs of the Righteous Path sects were already renowned when the Heavenly Saint Sect flourished. They were the Prides of Heaven of their generation and had, more or less, received favors from the Heavenly Saint Sect, then the foremost sect of the Righteous Path.

These favors are not typically invoked. After all, conflicts exist between sects, with frequent clashes over resources and interests.

But if the Heavenly Saint Sect were ever on the verge of annihilation, those Sage Monarchs who had received its grace would intervene, ensuring its lineage would not be severed.

This is also why the Butian Sect was so cautious when it supplanted the Seven Stars Sect.

Among the sects in the Cultivation World, resources and territory can be contested; there is no issue with this. Every Daoist Sect must strive for development. There is no ground for criticism on this point.

However, to extinguish the lineage of another Daoist Sect merely for selfish gain would be a major transgression against the Righteous Path.

"Master Xu speaks too highly of our sect..."

Upon hearing Xu Xing's words, Cui Tong's mouth curled slightly. He stroked the long beard beneath his chin and chuckled.

Relying on the legacy of his ancestors, he could indeed use certain talismanic messages to summon some Nascent Soul Sage Monarchs to aid the Heavenly Saint Sect.

However, these are the Heavenly Saint Sect's trump cards and cannot be used recklessly unless absolutely necessary.

A favor, once used, is spent.

He understood this very clearly.

Xu Xing saw this and smiled noncommittally.

「A short while later.」

Xu Xing arrived at the Heavenly Saint Sect's Cave and took his seat in the main hall, in the foremost position.

"Back then, during the internal turmoil of the Flying Feather Immortal Palace, this Xu Mou sought the Heavenly Saint Sect's assistance within the Nanhua Sect..."

"One of the conditions was that after achieving the rank of Nascent Soul Sage Monarch, I would preach to several Daoist friends for three years, expounding on the subtleties of the Evil Warding Sacred Skill..."

Xu Xing surveyed the dozen or so Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect seated below the dais, his gaze landing on Cui Tong, who occupied the chief seat on the left side of the hall, and then he spoke.

As his words fell, silence descended upon the hall; no one spoke.

Only two newly ascended Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect exchanged glances.

"Today, this Xu Mou fulfills his promise!"

Xu Xing declared solemnly.

Over five hundred years ago, the Heavenly Saint Sect had supported him, enabling him to successfully 'cause trouble' within the Nanhua Sect and seize the orthodox lineage of the Flying Feather Immortal Palace.

This, however, was not without its price.

It was just that during the negotiations over five hundred years ago, the various Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect had placed more importance on the other compensations he offered, rather than this particular one.

"We thank Sage Monarch Xu..."

After Xu Xing finished speaking, Cui Tong knelt and performed a kowtow, saying.

The other Dao Lords in the hall also kowtowed, expressing their gratitude to Xu Xing.

Although in terms of age, Xu Xing was only slightly older than the two newly ascended Dao Lords in the hall, in terms of cultivation, he was an entire realm above them—a true Senior.

Kneeling and kowtowing was only proper.

Mortal teachers impart only knowledge they have learned beforehand.

Xu Xing, however, was expounding upon the Great Dao, a path leading to eternal life.

"Excellent!"

Xu Xing performed a deep bow and began his lecture.

With the Heavenly Saint Sect's resources, inviting one or two Nascent Soul Sage Monarchs to lecture would have been exceedingly easy.

However, he was different. One of the cornerstones for his achieving the Yuan Shen was the Heavenly Saint Sect's Evil Warding Sacred Skill.

Within East Huangzhou, Xu Xing dared claim to be foremost in understanding this Nascent Soul-level cultivation method of the Heavenly Saint Sect; none would dare claim to be second.

The process of lecturing on the Dao was quite dry.

There were no extraordinary phenomena such as celestial maidens scattering flowers or golden lotuses springing from the earth, as depicted in myths of saints preaching.

Nevertheless, the Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect listened with rapt attention, completely engrossed.

In terms of understanding the Great Dao, Xu Xing was far ahead of them. His every word and phrase contained profound insights and true knowledge.

Sometimes, a mere fragment of his explanation, a single insightful remark, was enough to trigger sudden enlightenment, allowing them to grasp the profound mysteries of the Great Dao.

After half a year of lecturing,

Xu Xing had already noticed that the Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect had made significant progress in their Dao comprehension, and their cultivation levels had risen by a small margin.

Although no breakthroughs to new realms occurred, such advancement in cultivation was an enviable achievement for countless cultivators.

Time flowed on steadily...

By the third year, as the lectures neared their end.

As Xu Xing was lecturing, his voice abruptly paused. He looked with surprise towards Cui Tong, seated in the chief position to the left of the hall.

A profound, chaotic light emanated from the head of the Heavenly Saint Sect Leader. A three-inch-long miniature feathered phoenix constantly flew around him, its clear cries unceasing.

"An epiphany?" 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

Xu Xing was inwardly surprised.

As a Pride of Heaven across various realms, he was quite familiar with epiphanies.

He pondered for a brief moment, then extended his left hand and began to manifest his Heavenly Phoenix Taoist Body, using its principles to aid Cui Tong.

The Immortal Body is a creation of the Laws of the Great Dao.

Although Xu Xing's understanding of the Life and Death Principles was still superficial, and he had yet to condense the corresponding Dao Principle imprint, he had already fully formed the Heavenly Phoenix Taoist Body. Thus, it was not difficult for him to manifest the Dao charm of these principles to assist.

The other Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect also noticed Cui Tong's extraordinary state. Each held their breath, watching intently.

One day passed, then two. This continued until the twenty-seventh day.

Finally, on the twenty-seventh day, another change occurred in Cui Tong. The ethereal Sky Phoenix spread its wings, drawing black and white radiances to converge upon his body. The profound, chaotic light above his head also underwent numerous transformations, wreathed in diverse Dao charms.

After a long while, the extraordinary phenomena surrounding him gradually subsided.

"Many thanks to Sage Monarch Xu for demonstrating the principles..."

"This Cui is boundlessly grateful."

Cui Tong said.

Compared to his earlier expressions of gratitude, Cui Tong's thanks now undoubtedly held far more sincerity.

Xu Xing had already fulfilled his promise to lecture for three years.

That he had comprehended Dao Principles and experienced an epiphany was his own fortune; Xu Xing assisting him was a matter of kindness, not an obligation.

For a Nascent Soul Sage Monarch, demonstrating their Dao Principles was also a risky endeavor.

It meant laying bare one's fundamental truths.

"Daoist friend Cui, there is no need to address this Xu as Sage Monarch any longer. In the days to come, you and I will be fellow Daoists once more."

Xu Xing said with a faint, knowing smile.

Five hundred years ago, Cui Tong was already a Nascent Soul Grand Practitioner at the pinnacle of the Perfection of Nascent Soul realm. Now, with this epiphany, his Dao comprehension had advanced. Breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm was just a matter of time.

However... this did not guarantee that Cui Tong would be able to enter the Nascent Soul Realm.

It merely signified that he now had the opportune moment for such a breakthrough.

Of course, such an opportune moment for a breakthrough was exceedingly rare.

The transition from the Nascent Soul Realm to the Nascent Soul Stage marked the transformation of a cultivator into a Half Immortal. Taking this step was no easy feat.

In other words, the path of cultivation from Immortal Base to Nascent Soul was nearing its culmination. Breakthroughs in cultivation were no longer as straightforward as before. The Dao Body had reached a state of completeness and unity; one could not break through merely by wishing it.

"What?"

"The Sect Leader is going to break through to the Nascent Soul Stage?"

"Once he reaches the Nascent Soul Stage, our Heavenly Saint Sect will once again be counted among the Higher Teachings!"

Hearing the implication in Xu Xing's words, the Dao Lords of the Heavenly Saint Sect in the hall could not help but show their elation, exclaiming with smiles.

The Heavenly Saint Sect had awaited the appearance of a Sage Monarch for ten thousand years!

"Silence! Do not be boisterous!"

"This Seat is still far from the day of breakthrough! The outcome is yet unknown!"

Cui Tong frowned upon hearing this and rebuked them.

Soon, the clamor in the hall subsided into silence.

Next,

Xu Xing performed another bow and said, "The allotted time for the lecture has concluded... Fellow Daoists, we shall meet again another day."

With that said, Xu Xing flicked his sleeve robe, transformed into a streak of escaping light, and departed from the Heavenly Saint Sect's Cave.

Watching Xu Xing depart, Cui Tong sighed inwardly and shook his head, murmuring, "I wonder when... I will have the opportunity to meet Daoist Xu again."

Although Xu Xing addressed him as 'Daoist friend,' Cui Tong knew clearly how distant he still was from the Nascent Soul Stage.

For a Nascent Soul Realm cultivator and a Nascent Soul Stage expert to truly be considered peers... there was still a considerable gap.

"The Nascent Soul Stage..."

"How difficult it is!"

He sighed deeply.

「After bidding farewell to the Heavenly Saint Sect.」

Xu Xing made another trip to the Red Dust Pavilion. He left a sealed letter for Dai Ji, who was in seclusion, before finally setting off for the Nanyan Continent.

"The Cross-State Teleportation Array has been destroyed..."

"Rebuilding it will not be an easy task."

Xu Xing arrived at the underground palace on the Nameless Island. He glanced at the Cross-State Teleportation Array, which lay shattered across the floor, and shook his head.

"With his current attainments in array techniques, he lacked the ability to reconstruct a Cross-State Teleportation Array from scratch."