Cultivation Starting from Full Talent-Chapter 680 - 678: Descent Activation

After Lin Guo left, Ning Daoran hid in the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven outside the city and entered closed-door cultivation for several months.

First, he erased the imprint on the Purple Flame Demon Lord’s storage ring and refined the treasures that required processing. Concurrently, he conducted thorough research on the peculiar uses of the True Yang Chi Xiao Body. Before he knew it, several months had passed.

Upon emerging from seclusion, he decided to visit the main tower of the Slaying Immortal Tower in Sangyu Country.

...

In the afternoon, the woods were bathed in warmth, invoking a sense of lazy idleness.

"Whoosh!"

With one hand behind his back, Ning Daoran appeared before a vast barrier. The assassin’s gold token at his waist floated upward, and after unlocking a corner of the prohibition, he saw the towering Slaying Immortal Tower.

At this moment, many cultivators bustling about outside the tower seemed hurried.

Most did not recognize Ning Daoran, but knowing he was a Nascent Soul mid-stage senior, they all cupped their hands in greeting.

Upon entering the tower, an aging Nascent Soul early-stage cultivator cupped his hands and said, "I am the overseer of this tower. May I ask if Fellow Daoist Ning is here to take on a mission or for some other matter?"

"Have you seen Tower Master Shen recently?"

"No."

The elder shook his head. "The Tower Master has already gone to Li Country and will not return to Sangyu Country for some time."

"What? Li Country!?"

"Indeed."

Surprised, the elder said, "Could it be that Fellow Daoist Ning is unaware of the imminent world descent?"

"World descent?"

Ning Daoran looked bewildered.

Just then, another powerful Nascent Soul aura entered the Slaying Immortal Tower—a middle-aged cultivator dressed in a sea-blue robe with a handsome appearance and an immensely solid late-stage Nascent Soul presence.

Ning Daoran recognized him immediately. It was none other than the Sea Covering Monarch, with whom he had collaborated alongside Shen Luoyan many years ago!

The Sea Covering Monarch possessed a secret treasure known as the Sea Covering Immortal Furnace, an item of potent reputation that Ning Daoran vividly remembered.

"Fellow Daoist Ning?"

The Sea Covering Monarch also recognized him and laughed. "What brings you here?"

"Just passing through."

Ning Daoran replied, "But why does Fellow Daoist Fu Hai also seem so rushed? Wasn’t the world descent rumored to occur in Sangyu Country? Why has the location now shifted to Li Country?"

"This matter is difficult to explain concisely."

The Sea Covering Monarch said, "I’ve only recently received word myself. Thus, I came by the Slaying Immortal Tower to exchange for items needed for the upcoming battle. Fellow Daoist Ning, why don’t we discuss while shopping?"

"Sure!"

Thus, Ning Daoran and the Sea Covering Monarch entered the tower together, accompanied by a manager as they browsed the treasure vault.

"The news of the world descent broke three months ago."

The Sea Covering Monarch continued, "Perhaps Fellow Daoist Ning was in seclusion at the time and missed the announcement. As of today, the descent into Li Country is likely complete, and the news has spread across the entire Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World. Xia Country, Sangyu Country, and even overseas sects have dispatched elites to respond to this event."

He gestured to a few elixirs and exchanged them, saying, "Tower Master Shen has already headed to Li Country and sent word for Slaying Immortal Tower members to join the battle. This world descent represents a battle for survival, not only affecting Li Country but threatening the entirety of the Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World. Is Fellow Daoist Ning willing to accompany me to Li Country?"

"I..."

Ning Daoran hesitated before saying, "Fellow Daoist Fu Hai, I suggest we split up. I still need to return once to the Qing State Chaotic Sect to settle some matters. Given the unknown strength of the cultivation world descending, this mission may well be irreversible. There are things I must prepare first."

"Indeed, that’s only human nature."

The Sea Covering Monarch had already finished his exchanges and said, "In that case, I’ll proceed ahead. Fellow Daoist Ning, ensure to make your preparations swiftly and join us. We’ll need your strength in the battle of world descent!"

"I understand. Farewell!"

"Very well!"

Not wasting any time, the Sea Covering Monarch transformed into a tunneling light and headed west.

Ning Daoran also did not delay and left Sangyu Country, returning to Xia Country.

...

Half a month later.

Qingzhou, Chaotic Sect.

It was late autumn, and the steady drizzle painted the entire sect crimson with autumn leaves.

Returning to his homeland, now as a Nascent Soul mid-stage cultivator.

Ning Daoran felt deeply nostalgic, but with the world descent now underway and uncertain battles raging in Li Country, he had little time to dwell on sentimental thoughts. He immediately ascended the mountain.

"Senior!"

The gate guardian, a late-stage Foundation Establishment disciple, sensed Ning Daoran’s mid-stage Nascent Soul aura and hurriedly bowed, asking, "May I inquire where Senior is from and what brings you to our Chaotic Sect?"

"I am Ning Daoran."

"Ah?"

The disciple instantly knelt. "Disciple pays respect to Ancestor Ning!"

"No need for formalities."

Ning Daoran asked, "Is the Sect Master in the mountain?"

"Yes, the Sect Master is on Purple Cloud Peak!"

"Good, I’ll go see her myself."

"Understood!"

Disciples passing by also knelt down reverently. Among them, a few Qi Refinement Realm female disciples stared wide-eyed and whispered, "Senior Brother, I think I’ve seen this man’s portrait hanging in the Ancestor Hall—the one in the center..."

"Indeed, he is Ancestor Ning. Young Junior Sister, speak softly and don’t say anything inappropriate to offend him!"

"Understood!"

The female disciple pursed her lips, watching Ning Daoran’s figure vanish into tunneling light, whispering, "Ancestor Ning... Ancestor Ning, at his age, what Realm could he possibly have reached? He still looks so young..."

"Ancestor Ning’s cultivation is likely mid-stage Nascent Soul by now!"

"..."

The female disciple stared in awe.

Mid-stage Nascent Soul—a level she couldn’t even dare to dream of reaching.

...

Purple Cloud Peak.

Ning Daoran did not hide his aura.

Chen Yuzhu, wearing a flowing green immortal dress, floated gracefully out of a cave mansion, her face lighting up with joy. "My lord!"

"Yuzhu."

Ning Daoran descended lightly, smiling warmly. "It has been a long time."

"Indeed, a long time!"

Chen Yuzhu gazed deeply at him, as though treasuring every glance, afraid that she might lose the chance to see him again.

"You’ve heard of the world descent, haven’t you?"

"Yes."

Chen Yuzhu replied, "To be honest with you, my lord, regarding the world descent, the Ten Great Immortal Sects of Xia Country have all mobilized. They’ve commanded the sects of the realm to proceed to Li Country to counter the descent. Every sect must dispatch its elite forces, and our Chaotic Sect’s army of cultivators left two months ago."

"Oh?"

Ning Daoran frowned. "Who went?"

"Chen Xiyao, Huang Gang, Han Wanying, and Zhou Tieshu—the four Elders led a thousand sect members aboard the Immortal Boat to join forces with Star Moon Pavilion, Steel Gate Sect, and other sects en route."

"Ah?"

Ning Daoran’s expression slightly shifted.

Chen Xiyao descended from Little Hehua, Han Wanying was a descendant of Young Junior Sister Han Bing, Zhou Tieshu was a descendant of Little Tiezhu, and Huang Gang was related to Elder Huang Chengyan. These core figures heading to contest the descent represented generations of close ties—no harm could come to them!

"Forgive me, my lord..."

Chen Yuzhu’s voice softened. "I wanted to personally lead them but was compelled by the Elders to stay behind and guard the mountain gate as Sect Master. This meant...I had no choice but to remain."

"The Elders were right. The Sect Master should indeed oversee the sect’s defense. By the way, did they specify where in Li Country they were headed?"

Though Ning Daoran had never been to Li Country, he was well-versed in its geography and structure through texts. Li Country was a large island comprising four vast continents: Divine Deer Continent, Treasure Fan Continent, Li Yue Continent, and Jade Bottle Continent. Of these, the Divine Deer Continent was the largest and most powerful, while the Jade Bottle Continent was the weakest.

"They headed toward the Jade Bottle Continent."

Chen Yuzhu said, "Are you planning to leave immediately, my lord?"

"Yes."

Ning Daoran responded, "Every moment counts. However...since the descent is imminent, I plan to stay at Qiongbi Peak tonight and have Old Lu break through to mid-stage Nascent Soul. This will ensure greater strength for the descent battle."

"Good!"

Chen Yuzhu said, "I’ve kept Qiongbi Peak clean and ready for your arrival, my lord."

...

That night, Big Stupid Deer sat cross-legged in the small wooden house atop Qiongbi Peak as it began its breakthrough attempt.

Chen Yuzhu brewed tea, sitting with Ning Daoran in the guest area.

"Yuzhu, how is Wen Yu doing now?"

"Fellow Daoist Wen has already achieved Core Formation."

Chen Yuzhu smiled. "After forming her core, she chose not to drain the Chaotic Sect’s resources excessively and left. She later established a new Wen Family Refining Workshop in Yellow Dragon Square. Her exquisite treasure weapon craftsmanship quickly gained renown, spreading across multiple states."

"As expected, quality speaks for itself. A Golden Core cultivator operating a business is naturally formidable."

Ning Daoran nodded in approval, satisfied that his ties with Wen Ru had been thus resolved.

Soon after, a thick aura spread from the second floor.

Big Stupid Deer had successfully broken through to mid-stage Nascent Soul!

"Whoo...whoo..."

It rushed down the stairs, looking exceedingly proud.

"Not bad."

Ning Daoran laughed. "Old Lu, you must contribute significantly in the upcoming descent battle. After feasting for so many years off the Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World, shirking responsibility is not an option!"

"Whoo...whoo..."

Big Stupid Deer nudged his shoulder, expressing loyalty.

Chen Yuzhu giggled softly.

"By the way, Yuzhu."

Ning Daoran tapped his storage bag, producing a fiery creature with an imposing mid-stage Nascent Soul aura—a Fire Hou!

"This is a fourth-tier middle-grade puppet, named Fire Hou. It’s remarkably useful."

Ning Daoran handed her the control chip and said, "Refine this chip to control the Fire Hou. Remember to use it wisely, never to commit misdeeds. This is an object fit for passing down through generations as the foundation of the Chaotic Sect."

"Understood. Thank you, my lord!"

Chen Yuzhu received the chip with visible joy.

With a mid-stage Nascent Soul puppet guarding the sect, Chaotic Sect could practically stride over Qingzhou unchallenged—even Jiuyun Sect’s ancestor would hesitate to provoke it.

"Alright then."

Looking at the faintly lit sky, Ning Daoran said, "Time is pressing. Old Lu and I will head to the descent battlefield in Li Country now. I’ll visit you again when I have time—take care of yourself."

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Chen Yuzhu nodded, standing before the small house on Qiongbi Peak. She silently watched as the duo vanished into tunneling light.

At this moment, she once again became the loneliest person within the entire Chaotic Sect.

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