Sect: Starting with Comprehending Thunder Skill-Chapter 657 - 329: Bodhi Fruit (Vote for Monthly Pass)_3
Only a thousand years of medicinal power from the "Bodhi Fruit" brought great surprise to Li Yunjing. The potency of this medication was quite terrifying, making him feel noticeable changes immediately. His whole body underwent comprehensive evolution; his limbs and bones underwent hundreds of refinements, and all his bones began to glow and sparkle with electric light.
Colorful rays of light emanated from Li Yunjing’s body, transforming into clusters of mist and clouds, completely enveloping him, making him appear like an immortal deity.
The medicinal effects of the "Bodhi Fruit" gradually dissipated after a full seven days.
Li Yunjing’s mana increased significantly, advancing to the Fifth Heaven of the Foundation Establishment Realm.
It must be said, the holy tree of the Buddhist sect indeed has terrifying medicinal effects. Even a fruit with only a hundred years of growth and a thousand years of medicinal power is this powerful.
What effect would the fruit bring if it were fully matured?
A thousand years is impressive, but what about a fruit that has grown for ten thousand years?
Or one that’s even older?
Li Yunjing could hardly imagine it.
After the promotion, Li Yunjing did not rise but continued to exercise the "Five Thunders True Method."
Seizing the remaining medicinal power within his body, he had to refine his mana and lay a strong foundation.
When Li Yunjing completely consumed this medicinal power, his cultivation had progressed from the initial Fifth Heaven of the Foundation Establishment Realm to its peak.
At this moment, Li Yunjing’s mana was even more abundant, and his spiritual power was incredibly condensed, slowly forming a shape within his sea of consciousness.
Of course, Li Yunjing was not a Golden Core Realm cultivator; his primordial spirit was still difficult to achieve and unable to seize bodies.
However, Li Yunjing felt that if he advanced to the Seventh Heaven of the Foundation Establishment Realm or higher, his primordial spirit might detach from his body and appear briefly in the outside world.
It took a full three days before Li Yunjing completely processed the medicinal effects.
This cultivation period took ten days in total.
Li Yunjing opened his eyes and gazed at the "Blood Bodhi Tree" in front of him, revealing a hint of excitement.
Initially, Li Yunjing planned to consume the "Bodhi Fruit" and refine this "Blood Bodhi Tree" into a magical treasure.
Now, Li Yunjing wanted to change his mind.
Perhaps, this "Blood Bodhi Tree" could be kept nearby and slowly cultivated?
Anyway, Li Yunjing was confident he could ascend to higher realms.
Since his life was not in peril, this "Blood Bodhi Tree" could be planted and wait for a thousand years to bear another "Bodhi Fruit."
With this thought, Li Yunjing took action.
The fate of the "Blood Bodhi Tree" was thus altered.
"Keep it! In a thousand years, I will still be here! In two thousand years, I will still be here! I have enough time to cultivate this Heaven and Earth Spirit Root!"
Finally, Li Yunjing made up his mind and stored the "Blood Bodhi Tree."
After coming out of seclusion, Li Yunjing surveyed the "Shenxiao Temple."
After confirming there were no issues within the temple, Li Yunjing felt considerably relieved.
Those big figures had long departed from here, venturing deep into the East Sea, unknown as to what they were doing.
Over these days, Zhu Wanyun from the royal family had sought an audience with Li Yunjing several times.
Upon receiving this information from Li Linzi, Li Yunjing nodded contentedly, feeling pleased that at least this little admirer remained devoted to him.
Coincidentally, he had orders from the old Patriarch to check if there were any remaining traces of demon cultivators or Buddhist sects within Yingtian Prefecture.
This task provided Li Yunjing an opportunity to accomplish it.
Li Yunjing communicated with Zhu Wanyun using a communication talisman and then headed to the Princess’s Mansion.
Early in the morning, Zhu Wanyun stood at the entrance, waiting for Li Yunjing’s arrival.
"National Preceptor, you have arrived!"
Upon seeing Li Yunjing’s figure, Zhu Wanyun’s face lit up with a radiant smile.
Today, Zhu Wanyun was dressed in white, her hair like clouds, her skin like creamy jade, resembling a fairy untouched by mortal smoke.
"Hmm!"
Li Yunjing nodded and entered the Princess’s Mansion accompanied by Zhu Wanyun.
Because Li Yunjing needed to discuss matters with Zhu Wanyun.
No one else accompanied them, and they headed straight to the rear garden of the Princess’s Mansion.
Li Yunjing first inquired about recent events in Yingtian Prefecture. Zhu Wanyun, aware of what information Li Yunjing sought, recounted the royal family’s actions in eliminating the Liu family.
"It is said that the Liu family has some influence within the Shenxiao Dao Sect. It’s uncertain if this will provoke their retaliation."
Toward the end, Zhu Wanyun couldn’t help but feel unease.
The royal family acted opportunistically to eliminate their enemy, even if there was sufficient evidence. However, without the Shenxiao Dao Sect’s permission, offending the Immortal Sect could be troublesome in the future.
This meeting between Zhu Wanyun and Li Yunjing was also authorized by the royal family, attempting to gauge Shenxiao Dao Sect’s stance.
"Hmm..."
Li Yunjing nodded. As for the Liu family matter, he was unaware of the specifics. Everything was the royal family’s narrative, and evidence could be fabricated. Without concrete information, Li Yunjing’s trust in the royal family was limited.
He wasn’t afraid of Zhu Wanyun deceiving him, but rather worried that the royal family might have deceived even Zhu Wanyun, concealing much information.
Given Li Yunjing’s special status, he couldn’t readily assure the royal family’s safety.
Li Yunjing also didn’t fully grasp the extent of the Liu family’s influence within the Shenxiao Dao Sect. Even if the royal family’s claims were accurate, it wasn’t feasible for Li Yunjing to easily confront a powerful clan.
This would not benefit Li Yunjing, nor did he wish to be deceived by the royals and become merely a pawn in their game.
In the garden, silence ensued. Zhu Wanyun stood behind Li Yunjing, her heart pounding loudly, her delicate cheeks filled with tension and unease.
After all, Zhu Wanyun was a Zhu family member, a royal family member, and a beneficiary of the current power. She was responsible and obligated to preserve the royal family’s interests.
