Ascension to the Gods

Chapter 493 Funny Face
The Witch's Abyss.

Sky Islands

In the vast arena.

The Weaver Girl held a ring blade, her hands on her knees, her face pale.

But her eyes were extremely bright!
The huge platform was covered in signs of destruction.

Obviously.

A fierce battle has just taken place here.

The other side.

Jiang Jian stood there, dressed in a white robe and holding a sword.

He had used up seventy or eighty percent of his spiritual energy.

this time.

Practical training with the Weaver Girl.

It also enhances one's combat awareness.

“I sensed that opportunity again.”

The Weaving Age Witch straightened up, her face beaming with joy.

"Next, I need to find a place to practice asceticism."

"Su, this is your reward."

She put away the barbed ring blade and tossed over a chip.

Jiang Jian took the chip and inserted it into his identity document.

next moment.

Complete evidence regarding the people inside the Grand Tutor's Mansion who bribed the Jade Pool Demon Lord and murdered the former governor Zhang Xuan is now clearly presented before us.

"It turned out to be him!"

Looking at the holographic image on the screen, Jiang Jian's expression turned cold.

This person has long, silvery-white hair draped over his shoulders and an arrogant expression.

This moment.

Jiang Jian recalled.

At first.

The mirror world within the Grand Tutor's Mansion.

I had met the silver-haired man before!
This person is the real culprit who bribed the Jade Pool Demon Lord and plotted to harm the former governor Zhang Xuan in order to secure a spot in the Grand Tutor's Mansion!
After obtaining the evidence.

The task personally assigned by the Grand Tutor has been successfully completed.

The truth behind Zhang Xuan's dismemberment case has come to light!

"Su, do you still want the clues about Qingling Creek?"

The Weaving Witch approached and asked.

After thinking for a moment, Jiang Jian nodded and said, "Give it to me."

The Weaving Age Witch chuckled softly, "You really want to go to the Heavenly Law Sword Pavilion?"

"The battle for the Star Lord's position is approaching, and the current situation is different from the past."

"Once you leave the demon kingdom, even if you die there, no one will avenge you."

While talking.

She took out a token and handed it to Jiang Jian: "This is the guest token of Xichi Pavilion. It was originally left for Xu Yuan. If you want to take back Qinglingxi, I can give it to you."

Jiang Jian took the token and examined it carefully.

There is a long sword engraved on it.

The sword is lifelike, exuding a chilling sword intent, and is carved with extreme realism.

"Su, thank you."

"I learned a lot from this battle with you."

The Weaving Age Witch said seriously, "I need to find a place to cultivate and digest this properly, and see if I can find an opportunity to reach the Divine Platform Realm."

Whether you go to the Heavenly Law Sword Pavilion or not is your decision; it has nothing to do with me.

"If you are going, leave from the island on the left."

She stretched out her finger and pointed to the left.

"If you don't want to go, then follow the Rainbow Bridge back to the Demon Kingdom."

The words fell.

She turned around abruptly, darted towards the island on the right, and left the Witch's Abyss.

below.

Those maids.

Then it vanished like a bubble, disappearing with a crash.

"Tianlu Sword Pavilion, West Pond Pavilion."

Jiang Jian held the guest elder token, his eyes slightly cold.

According to information provided by the Weaver of Ages.

The Pavilion Master of West Pond has gone to the Sword Realm and will not be returning for some time.

At this time, the West Pond Pavilion only had two deputy pavilion masters and some ordinary disciples.

And Qingling Creek.

It was then placed in a corner of the West Pond territory by the West Pond Pavilion Master.

Its specific location coordinates.

Even the Weaver of Ages was clearly marked.

After a brief moment of thought.

Jiang Jian decided to make a trip to Tianlu Sword Pavilion.

Finding a way to retrieve Qinglingxi was only one of the reasons.

the most important is.

The prefectural official of Xing'an Prefecture also hid there.

Once the Zhang Xuan dismemberment case is solved.

The Mirror Master will likely issue the order personally.

He returned to the Demon King's capital.

If so.

It's unlikely that there will be another opportunity to deal with the matter between the Master of Xichi Pavilion and the Prefect of Xing'an Prefecture.

"The island on the left."

Jiang Jian flipped his palm to put away the token and walked in the direction indicated by the Weaving Witch.

soon.

The surrounding environment is subtly changing.

A few minutes later.

A door appeared before Jiang.

A sharp, cold sword intent emanated from it.

Go through this door.

That is the territory of Tianlu Sword Pavilion, the land of Xichi Pavilion.

Before going in.

Jiang saw a slight change in his mind.

Instantly, a massive amount of divine energy surged forth!

Thirty-six transformation techniques!

With the blessing of supernatural powers.

Jiang Jian suddenly transformed.

From head to toe, he transformed into another person.

Zhenling Guard, Xu Yuan!

Jiang looked himself over and, making sure there were no flaws, walked straight toward the door.

laugh!
Like passing through a bubble.

As soon as Jiang Jian stepped through the door, his figure vanished.

The Witch's Abyss has returned to silence.

Amidst the shifting light and shadow.

Jiang Jian opened her eyes.

A brand new world came into view.

West Pond Pavilion.

It is a mountainous area.

Almost all the buildings here are related to boats.

Various boat-shaped pavilions were built throughout the giant mountain.

Dozens of enormous flying boats float on the mountainside.

The bright array of lights connected the array members, making it extremely dazzling.

"From the Witch's Abyss?"

A surprised question came from not far away.

Jiang calmed himself down and looked up.

A patrolling disciple carrying a sword case, dressed in a long blue robe, landed in front of him.

"who are you?"

The disciple in green sized up Jiang Jian and asked in a deep voice.

Jiang Jianqing flipped his palm, took out the guest elder token, and handed it over.

See token.

The disciple in blue focused his gaze and immediately became serious.

He stretched out his hands, carefully took the token, examined it for a moment, and his tone immediately turned to joy: "So it's Lord Xu Yuan, who teaches swordsmanship!"

Until then.

Jiang realized it only after seeing it.

Beneath the sleeves of the green-robed disciple's robe, there was a pair of bird claws!
This is a monster!
"My lord, please follow me!"

The disciple in green returned the token with a look of joy, took out the sword box from his back, and made a hand seal.

A long sword flew out, growing larger as it faced the wind.

It then transformed into a flying boat and landed steadily beneath their feet.

"I'll take you to the Pavilion Master's Hall right away!"

Without waiting for Jiang Jian to speak.

The airship suddenly took off.

In an instant, it pierced through the clouds and mist, flying rapidly towards the giant mountain.

The wind was fierce.

Jiang Jian's snow-white robes billowed up.

His expression was calm, ethereal as if he were a celestial being.

but.

Jiang Jian raised his head, gazing at the approaching pavilion and sword platform.

His gaze, however, was somewhat strange.

Xu Yuan, a defector from Zhenling Guard.

He had already killed them with a single sword strike at the border of the demon kingdom.

This is a guest job teaching swordsmanship.

Originally, it was the benefits and rewards left to Xu Yuan by the master of Xichi Pavilion.

Xu Yuan is highly skilled in swordsmanship, far surpassing ordinary disciples of the West Pond Pavilion.

However, compared to the Master of Xichi Pavilion, he is still far inferior.

just.

There are certain differences between how humans use swords and how monsters use swords.

The true thoughts of the Master of Xichi Pavilion.

It is to teach Xu Yuan to use human methods of wielding a sword.

He taught his swordsmanship to many disciples of Xichi Pavilion.

They exchanged ideas on the two sword techniques.

Both sides can improve and benefit from each other.

"Lord Xu Yuan, I have informed Vice Pavilion Master Liu, and he is waiting in the main hall!"

The flying boat stopped, and the disciple in green robes gestured with his hand, his expression extremely respectful.

The fact that a kendo teacher was about to arrive at Xichi Pavilion was already known to many of the disciples.

Regarding this person's background.

Before leaving, the master of Xichi Pavilion...

He explained everything clearly to the two vice-pavilion masters. They specifically dispatched disciples to guard the entrance to the Witch's Abyss.

Once someone comes out through the gate with the guest token.

The patrolling disciples should immediately welcome him up the mountain.

"Greetings, Lord Xu Yuan!"

"Greetings, Guest Elder!"

We disembarked from the flying boat.

Almost every disciple of Xichi Pavilion who passed by would stop and respectfully bow to Jiang Jian!

A sect is different from a kingdom.

it's here.

The traditional master-disciple relationship is the closest connection among living beings.

The hierarchy of superiors and inferiors was also more clearly demonstrated.

"Lord Xu Yuan, please!"

The disciple in blue stopped in his tracks; before him stood a grand hall shaped like a flying boat.

A row of disciples carrying swords stood on both sides.

Each of them exuded a chilling sword intent, indicating that their cultivation was quite remarkable.

next moment.

Jiang Jian stepped onto the steps and entered the main hall.

Approaching them was an elderly man at the Divine Palace Realm.

Liu Lingxiao, Deputy Pavilion Master of Xichi Pavilion.

"Xu Yuan, you've arrived."

Liu Lingxiao smiled and extended his hand to Jiang Jian.

When shaking hands.

He was also sizing up Jiang Jian.

Only after confirming that the person in front of him was a perfect match for Xu Yuan in the holographic image.

Liu Lingxiao released his grip, his smile becoming even gentler: "You've suffered for the sake of the Pavilion Master's cultivation resources."

"However, being able to leave that awful place, the Xuan Shou Demon Kingdom, is a great thing!"

He patted Jiang Jian on the shoulder, showing great enthusiasm, "The Pavilion Master is not here right now. If you need anything while working at the West Pond Pavilion, just let me know!"

Jiang withdrew his hand and smiled, "Thank you, Pavilion Master Liu."

Liu Lingxiao's eyes flashed, and he asked seemingly casually, "By the way, where is Xu Kuo who was with you? The Pavilion Master has already given orders to arrange a great thing for him!"

Jiang Jian sighed and replied, "Xu Kuo is still in the Witch's Abyss, exchanging cultivation insights with the Weaving Witch. He probably won't be able to come out for a while."

"So that's it."

Liu Lingxiao gave a dry laugh and didn't ask any more questions.

The Jade Pool Demon Lord had long ago made a three-point agreement with the West Pool Pavilion Master.

The entrance to the Witch's Abyss on this side.

Disciples of the West Pond Pavilion are not allowed to enter at will.

Liu Lingxiao was somewhat puzzled as to why Xu Kuo hadn't come out with them.

but.

He couldn't possibly force his way into the Witch's Abyss to see for himself whether Xu Kuo was inside or not.

“Xu Yuan, I have arranged a training ground for you deep in the foothills of West Pool Mountain. I will definitely satisfy you.”

Liu Lingxiao suppressed his thoughts and put on a smile again, "From today onwards, the exchange of sword techniques between different races among the disciples of my West Pond Pavilion will depend on you."

Jiang Jian smiled and said, "Sect Leader Liu is too kind. Now that I am here, I will do my best to live up to the expectations of Pavilion Leader Xichi."

After the pleasantries...

Liu Lingxiao stopped wasting words, beckoned a disciple, and instructed, "Take Guest Elder Xu Yuan back to his dojo and familiarize him with it."

The disciple replied, "Yes."

A few minutes later.

The disciple led Jiang Jian through the giant mountain's winding course, eventually landing deep at the foot of the mountain.

Here is a large, flat bluestone platform.

At the deepest part of the platform is a palace.

Look from afar.

The palace stands majestically against the mountain wall.

It was imposing.

"Guest, please."

The disciple spoke with great respect.

Jiang Jian nodded slightly, landed on the bluestone platform first, and walked towards the palace.

Go further in.

The more abundant the spiritual energy, the stronger it becomes here.

Without the support of the Star Array.

It's amazing that such a feat could be achieved with just a slight adjustment, thanks to the natural terrain.

Squeak.

The door opens.

What comes into view is the interior of an incomparably magnificent palace.

The most eye-catching of them all is a black Taoist platform.

The area was covered with fine silks.

Next to it was an eight-treasure carved incense table, and a cloud-patterned sandalwood couch.

Other than that.

Even more rare and precious items are on display here.

For their free use.

“Every single material is a rare and precious spiritual material.”

Jiang Jian raised an eyebrow slightly and stepped onto the black platform.

A strange sense of comfort clearly emerged.

Until then.

Jiang Jiancai clearly noticed it.

The overall cultivation method of the Heavenly Law Sword Pavilion.

It is completely different from the Xuan Shou Demon Kingdom.

Cultivating in a sect means dealing with very few trivial matters.

There is almost no external interference.

but.

Jiang Jian's thoughts remained very clear.

After finding a way to retrieve Qinglingxi.

He immediately returned to the Demon Kingdom and went back to the Grand Tutor's Mansion to cultivate.

This is my true cultivation plan.

only.

I'll take this opportunity to practice here for a few days.

It does indeed have unique advantages.

"My esteemed guest minister must be tired from your journey and needs to rest."

The disciple stood outside the door, bowed respectfully, and said, "I'll take my leave now."

The palace gates slowly closed.

There was no one around.

At this moment.

An absolute silence descended.

A dark platform covered with silk.

Jiang sat down on the ground, opened his identity card, and brought up a small star map.

This is a map personally marked by the Weaver Girl.

I am at the foot of Xichi Mountain.

Qingling Creek is located at the foot of Xichi Mountain on the north side.

As for the officials of Xing'an Prefecture.

Currently, he is an ordinary disciple of the Sword Pavilion.

He is currently practicing in the West Pond Pavilion.

"We need to familiarize ourselves with the situation before making any plans."

Jiang noted down the location and turned off his identification card.

He looked around, stretched out his snow-white robe sleeve, and flicked his finger lightly.

Suddenly.

It contains spiritual essence models and spiritual materials and threads.

They flew out one after another, spreading around the palace.

"Sensing Star Array!"

Jiang Jian picked up a silk thread, infused it with his profound energy, and forcefully flicked it away!

hum!
A buzzing sound followed.

These star array materials are interconnected, emitting a faint glow.

This is one of "Li's" signature star arrays.

After the star array is formed.

Within a radius of one kilometer.

Once any living creature approaches.

You can immediately sense it.

Finish these.

Jiang Jian took out the Spirit Stone and began cultivating.

Inside the palace.

Sandalwood curls.

Jiang Jian gently closed her eyes.

At first glance, it looks like it's asleep.

However, it contains profound spiritual energy.

Yet it forms its own cycle, surging endlessly.

Every moment, there is a barely perceptible increase.

……

In a trance.

Jiang Jian opened her eyes.

What met my eyes was pitch blackness.

"This is where?"

Jiang frowned and stood up on the black platform.

If I remember correctly.

Myself now.

It should be deep in the foothills of West Lake Mountain, in the Sword Terrace Palace where they practice.

but.

Sword Terrace Palace, main hall.

The lights were on full display, as bright as day.

It could never be this dark.

Suddenly.

A sharp, eerie scream pierced the eardrums!

at the same time.

A hideous and terrifying ghost face appeared in the depths of darkness!

Blood and tears welled in its eyes, and its mouth and nose were dark, empty holes.

It was howling venomously right in my direction!

Jiang Jian raised his eyes and stared at the terrifying ghost face so close to him, his expression strange.

"Trying to play tricks on me, huh?"

He shook his head slightly, his pale fingers brushing across the surface.

A wisp of blazing white sword light condensed and appeared, sweeping towards the ghost face with a thunderous roar!

(End of this chapter)