Chapter 113

Chapter 113: Exiting Seclusion, Selecting Sword Techniques

Three days later.

Long Shaoyan had fully taken over the four major factions and collected many medicinal herbs needed by Chen Ansheng after checking the treasury.

After receiving everything, Long Shaoyan stood quietly without leaving, prompting Chen Ansheng to ask, “Is there something else?”

Only then did Long Shaoyan speak, saying, “Master, you often cultivate in the Spirit Pool. I worry that you may be eroded by evil fire, so I took the liberty of preparing a substantial amount of antidotes for you. Please do not blame me, Master.”

Upon hearing this, Chen Ansheng adopted a serious expression and said, “Hmm, your filial intentions are commendable; how could I blame you? However, where did you acquire these antidotes? Was there any coercion involved?”

Long Shaoyan quickly explained, “Master, I would not dare to force anyone. I selected from the female disciples of the four great factions, each one is pure and innocent. Once they learned they could help you rid toxins and heal, they were all overjoyed, and those who weren’t chosen even cried sadly.”

In the cultivation world, news spread merely by thought.

Three days ago, Chen Ansheng’s remarkable actions, capturing the Dragon Lord and defeating the Xian Jiu, had already circulated widely.

In this world where strength is revered, who wouldn’t admire him?

“Well, that’s very good.”

Chen Ansheng nodded in pretended appreciation, then instructed the elegant and beautiful Mu Wan, who was standing nearby, “Wan’er, go and select again. Anyone who plays tricks or thinks too highly of their looks must be expelled.”

“Understood, I will obey.”

The poised and stunning Mu Wan gracefully bowed and immediately went to take care of things.

Three days passed.

During these three days, Chen Ansheng focused on detoxifying himself, and he found the flavors of various antidotes to be distinct, but overall, only one word could summarize it: refreshing.

…

In the Immortal Realm.

After returning, Chen Ansheng immediately immersed himself in cultivation.

Half a month swiftly went by.

One day, Chen Ansheng felt his power growing rapidly, a sign that he was about to step into the Xian Jiu realm.

Sensing this, Chen Ansheng suddenly stopped.

“I am just a hair away from the Xian Jiu realm; I cannot push any further.”

Chen Ansheng quietly thought.

Why?

He was preparing for the upcoming duel in half a month!

He left a small portion of his realm unbroken, waiting for the battle, so that at the critical moment, he could break through and possibly achieve an unexpected effect!

“That Feng Wuqing surely wouldn’t expect that I would elevate a realm in just one month!”

Everyone in the four great caves was well aware of Chen Ansheng’s advancement to the Xian Ba realm through the time-space vortex.

No one would have thought he could also elevate a realm within a month through normal cultivation.

“Exit seclusion, let’s see if there’s a suitable technique available in the Bi Yan Cave.”

The Bi Yan Cave specialized in sword cultivators, passing down numerous sword techniques.

Chen Ansheng planned to search for something suitable for his practice.

…

“Junior Brother Chen, why have you exited seclusion?”

Yao Jianyuan sensed Chen Ansheng’s aura and flew over immediately.

“I’ve made enough progress in my cultivation. Continuing like this would yield little.” Chen Ansheng replied.

“That makes sense. Only a month has passed; how much progress could one make?” Yao Jianyuan patted Chen Ansheng on the shoulder and continued, “As luck would have it, Mo Wu has just arrived. My Second Uncle had to negotiate quite a bit before he convinced him to allow you to continue your seclusion.”

“Oh? What does Mo Wu want?” Chen Ansheng frowned.

“What else could it be? It’s about our admission to the Xian Mansion, and also… my Dao companion giving birth and your mourning period being exposed…” Yao Jianyuan shrugged.

Chen Ansheng rolled his eyes; such lies could fool someone temporarily, but not withstand scrutiny.

“What did he say? Is he blaming us?” Chen Ansheng asked.

“Not exactly blame… just that after your battle, both of us must report to the Xian Mansion. Damn it, is that a blessing or a curse?” Yao Jianyuan sighed.

Chen Ansheng also felt uneasy, suspecting that the Xuan Yang Xian Mansion was not quite right. He would wait to address it after the duel.

“Eh?”

At that moment, Yao Jianyuan suddenly stared at Chen Ansheng as if he had seen an unparalleled beauty, unable to look away.

“Good lord, how did you transform into a flawless sword body!”

This exclamation surprised Chen Ansheng so much it made his ears itch.

However, he remained calm and had prepared his response.

So, he feigned shock and asked, “Are you saying your physique hasn’t changed? That can’t be.”

Yao Jianyuan looked confused, “What do you mean?”

Chen Ansheng put on a surprised expression, “Your physique really hasn’t changed? When I was in the time-space vortex, a strange aura was left in my body, and since then, I’ve noticed my physique slowly changing. I thought you experienced something similar.”

Yao Jianyuan was dumbfounded.

What strange aura? None at all!

However, since it was the time-space vortex, anything could happen; not encountering that mysterious aura was merely a matter of luck.

“You’re lucky, having such good fortune. You must be destined for great opportunities.”

Thinking this way, Yao Jianyuan felt relieved and chuckled.

“It seems my luck is somewhat good,” Chen Ansheng said with a goofy smile, then added, “Brother Yao, about my physique, let’s not discuss it with outsiders for now, you understand.”

“Of course.” Yao Jianyuan smiled casually, “If we really go to the Xian Mansion, who knows what might happen? It’s best to hide our talents.”

Chen Ansheng nodded, then looked at Yao Jianyuan, “Brother Yao, you must be more than just a Xuan Pin Zhen Ling sword body, right?”

Yao Jianyuan raised his eyebrows and lowered his voice, “Holy grade, you know what I mean.”

Chen Ansheng: “…”

Wow, Yao Jianyuan was hiding even deeper. He actually had a Holy grade sword body!

Chen Ansheng gave Yao Jianyuan a playful punch on the shoulder, “No wonder you didn’t get that mysterious aura in the time-space vortex; it simply wasn’t worthy of you.”

“Don’t be ridiculous. Isn’t there also the Respect grade and the Emperor grade? Even if I could elevate one grade, that would be good.” Yao Jianyuan shrugged. Just then, a stunning and graceful female junior flew by; he secretly swallowed hard and lowered his voice again, “Junior Brother Chen, tell me honestly, have you been with any women?”

Chen Ansheng was taken aback and said innocently, “How could that be? I don’t have a Dao companion.”

Yao Jianyuan looked sorrowful, saying, “Brothers in sorrow… I was once shattered by that terrible woman and missed many opportunities. Now, when I think about pursuing the junior sisters, I feel embarrassed. I don’t know what that flavor is like.”

Chen Ansheng couldn’t help but chuckle; poor guy, I’ve tried everything and it’s beyond description.

Before long, Yao Jianyuan led Chen Ansheng to Jianyun Building, where the Bi Yan Cave stored sword techniques.

“There’s a technique called ‘Xian Hun Jian’ inside, extremely powerful, but only those with strong mental power can cultivate it. Junior Brother, you can give it a try.”

As they entered the building, Yao Jianyuan immediately began to introduce it.

“Have you practiced it? What’s the difficulty?” Chen Ansheng asked.

“I’ve practiced it; I can only manage the third level, but only reaching the ninth level unleashes its full power, so it’s not much use to me,” Yao Jianyuan replied.

“Then I’ll go try it.”

“It’s on the thirty-third floor; follow me.”

Then the two headed to the top floor of Jianyun Building together.

As soon as Chen Ansheng arrived at the thirty-third floor, he received a secret message from Zhong Li: “Silly donkey, come to the cave entrance; I have something to discuss with you.”

Chen Ansheng couldn’t help but smile; you little vixen, I didn’t go looking for you, yet you dare to come find me.