Chapter 148

Chapter 148: Estimating Combat Power

Lost Realm.

It is a cultivation world that has independently formed, free from the constraints of the Immortal Realm.

Chen Ansheng was uncertain whether his Cross-Border Stone would work.

However, even if it could take him there, Chen Ansheng didn’t dare to go recklessly at the moment.

Why?

Because the laws of heaven and earth in the two realms are completely different.

Once he goes, he would be in an alien world, unable to use his immortal power, only relying on physical strength, and he had no idea whether he would have the ability to protect himself.

Thus, Chen Ansheng asked, “Master, do you know how the combat power of the cultivators in this realm specifically measures up?”

Ji Hongfu shook his head and said, “I have never truly fought against cultivators from this realm, so their specific combat power is unknown. However, from the fragmented memories of that black mist, I learned that the stability of this Lost Realm is far superior to that of the Cultivation Realm, but significantly lower than that of the Martial Immortal Realm. Overall, I estimate that the top powerhouses born in this world have combat power roughly equivalent to that of the Immortal King.”

Upon hearing this, Chen Ansheng looked again at the image displayed before him and said, “This man in plain white robes, referred to as the ‘Heavenly Emperor,’ can crush the heavens with a mere gesture using his physical power and unknown energy. He probably represents the highest level of combat power in that world, right?”

Ji Hongfu agreed, saying, “Indeed, based on the fragmented memories of that black mist, this man in plain robes belongs to the peak level of his world, his status is equivalent to that of an Immortal Emperor in the Martial Immortal Realm.”

With this understanding, Chen Ansheng gained a general idea in his heart.

The combat power ceiling of this Lost Realm was roughly equivalent to that of an Immortal King.

If he went there, it would be impossible for him to dominate as he had in the Cultivation Realm.

However, the benefits of going to the Lost Realm were also evident.

A world independent of the Immortal Realm naturally possesses treasures and cultivation paths that the Immortal Realm has never seen.

“First, let’s memorize the geography of this realm; then, we can try to see if we can go there.”

Chen Ansheng no longer thought too much and imprinted every detail of the spatial drawings in his mind.

Later, Ji Hongfu presented Chen Ansheng with numerous additional spatial images.

Most of these were related to the Lost Realm of pure martial cultivation.

In addition, other spatial images depicted some forbidden zones of the Immortal Realm.

Chen Ansheng wrote down all the images, so he could find the necessary herbs in the future.

Two days later.

The Ascension Pool had been repaired, and Chen Ansheng stored it in his storage bag.

“Master, I have some matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first.”

“Go ahead, be careful in your dealings outside.”

“Yes, I understand.”

Before leaving, Chen Ansheng sought out Xuanyuan Lie, reiterating the importance of protecting Elder Ji’s safety.

After giving his instructions, he left Longgu Abyss and flew towards the Long Family territory.

“Disciple pays respects to Master.”

In the palace, Chen Ansheng summoned Long Shaoyan.

“During this time, have you managed to collect the materials needed by the Master?” Chen Ansheng asked.

“Reporting to Master, I have collected quite a bit.”

As he spoke, Long Shaoyan presented a pile of unclaimed seed bags before Chen Ansheng.

Chen Ansheng swept his divine sense over them and was amazed to find that there were several hundred thousand pounds of various valuable materials inside.

Another big profit!

Chen Ansheng stored all of them in his storage bag and then asked, “How has the sect’s recruitment of disciples progressed?”

Long Shaoyan respectfully replied, “Reporting to Master, our True Immortal Sect originally had 170,000 disciples, and we have now recruited another 100,000, for a total of 270,000 disciples.”

Chen Ansheng pondered.

270,000 disciples was not a small number.

After all, the True Immortal Sect had unified the four major powers, becoming the sole dominant sect in the Yōu Xuán Realm.

The entire Yōu Xuán Realm had a population of hundreds of billions. Even if only a portion of the disciples were selected from this population, they were already exceptional.

“How many of these disciples do you estimate possess the potential for immortality?”

Chen Ansheng asked again.

Long Shaoyan thought for a moment and replied, “According to the estimations of the elders in our sect, there are about three hundred individuals who have the opportunity to become immortal within a thousand years.”

This number was quite good indeed.

After all, in some slightly inferior realms, the entire plane might not even have three hundred immortal beings, let alone achieving immortality in a thousand years.

However, Chen Ansheng still felt it was too slow.

He was currently controlling the Ascension Pool and might claim a territory at any time, establishing himself as a king.

When that time came, he would need people to strengthen his force.

Recruiting from the native Immortal Realm was not a viable option, and the quality couldn’t compare to these talented individuals who ascended.

Thus, Chen Ansheng decided to pass down the “Spirit Gathering Technique.”

He wanted the disciples from the lower realms to practice the technique early on, which would accelerate their cultivation speed and enable them to start cultivating directly when they reached the Immortal Realm, giving them a head start over others.

“I will pass on to you a foundational cultivation method. You are to share this method with the disciples and supervise their rigorous training, as it will certainly bring infinite benefits in the future.”

“Thank you, Master, for passing down the method.”

Chen Ansheng sent the “Spirit Gathering Technique” into Long Shaoyan’s mind with his thought.

Then, he took out some immortal crystals and presented them to Long Shaoyan, instructing, “For any disciple who reaches the hundred transformations of blood qi, you may grant them twenty immortal crystals. This will help in their cultivation and provide them with a means to refine the immortal crystals for defensive power during tribulations, ensuring they can pass through without injury.”

Looking at the pile of immortal crystals, Long Shaoyan was deeply shocked and thought, only my Master could be so generous; who else in the world could afford such a lavish gesture!

He couldn’t imagine how powerful the True Immortal Sect would become with these incredible resources.

Having a whole sect of immortals is indeed possible!

After accepting the immortal crystals, Chen Ansheng took out two pieces of ink crystals and said, “As the first generation sect master of the True Immortal Sect, your cultivation must not lag behind others. These two immortal stones, known as ink crystals, are far superior to immortal crystals. Use them well.”

“Disciple, bows in gratitude for Master’s generous gifts!”

Long Shaoyan was immensely excited, knowing that his Master did not permit him to refuse gifts, so he gladly accepted.

“Alright, get up.” Chen Ansheng nodded lightly and then said, “Don’t be too pleased too early. When I next emerge from seclusion, I will check your blood qi circulation immediately. If you do not reach a hundred transformations in one breath, I will hold you accountable.”

“Understood, Master! I will definitely cultivate diligently and live up to Master’s expectations!”

Long Shaoyan’s talent was second only to the Sacred Body, and he also possessed an extraordinary bloodline. This requirement was not too high for him.

“Go on.”

“Disciple takes his leave.”

After sending Long Shaoyan away, Chen Ansheng flew to another special palace.

This palace was established by the Long Family specifically for Chen Ansheng as a detoxification pavilion. No one else was allowed near except Chen Ansheng.

The detoxification process was tedious, so it is not mentioned further.

Ten days later.

Chen Ansheng flew out of the palace, ready to return to the Immortal Realm.

“I have entered the True Immortal Realm; my time in the lower realm has indeed increased.”

Chen Ansheng estimated that he could now stay in the lower realm for about a month.

However, considering that he was still undergoing the assessment in the Xuan Yang Immortal Mansion, staying too long might lead to unforeseen complications, so he decided to return ahead of time.

“I wonder what strange things exist in the Xuan Yang Immortal Mansion?”

With this thought, Chen Ansheng focused his mind, and his figure disappeared from the spot.