Forge your destiny into a sword, slash your soul and ascend to immortality

Chapter 128 Reopening the Path of Yanfu

Shang Xi waved his hand, unleashing a thin, hair-like beam of Yin-Yang sword light that slashed straight ahead, then spoke:
"Chixiao, don't get distracted. I've already borrowed the [Nirvana Phoenix Feather] for you. Have you thought about how you want to use it?"

"This third-grade [Ghost Phoenix] is barely qualified. If you have no other choice, then use it."

After saying this, Shangxi placed the Ghost Phoenix egg in a Life Stove, next to another crimson phoenix egg.

The place where these two successors of the Pure Yang Heaven were located was actually the core secret place of the Feathered Ascension Sect.

Beside them were the sect leader of the Feathered Ascension Sect, Master Tianhe, and his core disciple, Ling Mingji.

At this moment, Tianhe and Lingmingji looked as if they were facing a formidable enemy.

After all, not all mid-level cultivators can be like Shang Xi and Jing Qian, who can disregard the power of a second-level Ghost Emperor.

Before the magic power even arrived, an immense pressure descended upon the protective array of the Feathered Gate, causing the earth's veins to tremble.

But the next second, Shang Xi's Yin-Yang sword light struck first, directly hitting the Ghost Emperor's magic power.

One was a fifth-rank official, and the other was a second-rank official; their supernatural powers and magical abilities actually canceled each other out!
【The Impermanent Emperor】, separated by hundreds of thousands of miles, glanced at Shang Xi and the little demon who was hugging his neck and rolling her eyes at him, and then did not make a move.

Then, the Ghost Emperor looked awkwardly at his younger sister, who was wielding a large cleaver and charging towards his cave, and had a headache about how to appease her.

I'm afraid I'm going to have to bleed a lot of money again...

Inside the Feathered Gate, seeing that the crisis had been averted, everyone turned their attention back to the two phoenix eggs in front of them.

Shangxi then took out a small wine bottle and said:
“Fellow Daoist Tianhe, my [Heavenly River Path Yuan Immortal Spiritual Energy] is enough for the two phoenixes to undergo Nirvana. Fellow Daoist [Five Elements Heavenly Phoenix] should also be able to successfully complete [Heavenly Mandate] and advance to the third rank.”

"I, [Pure Yang Heaven], will use this to offset the cost of borrowing [Nirvana Phoenix Feather]."

Tianhe bowed deeply and said:

"Thank you for your concern, Master Shangxi! This matter is of utmost importance to our [Yuhua Sect], and we will certainly give it our full support."

Shang Xi nodded, then opened the wine bottle in his hand and poured a wisp of pure [immortal energy] onto the two phoenix eggs.

The two eggs immediately began to tremble violently, as if they had been injected with chicken blood.

Then, he turned to Jing Qian and said:

"The Ghost Phoenix will be born in at most half a day. Have you considered this carefully?"

Jing Qian replied upon hearing this:

"Master, please wait a moment. I will try again. If it still fails, then I will use [Ghost Phoenix]."

After saying that, he flashed into the [Virtual Realm] and came to [Good Corn]'s side.

The little corn spirit was still asleep, so Jing Qian reached out his finger and flicked its corn head to wake it up.

[Good Corn] My sweet dream was disturbed, and I was about to vent my morning grumpiness when I saw it was Jing Qian who did it. I immediately got excited and said:
"Sir, would you like a round?"

"I've already figured out the coordinates of that [Half-Sky Sea], all that's left is to set the hook!"

Jing Qian shook his head and said:
"Don't rush into fishing. Let me discuss something with you. How about you become my destined [spiritual tool]?"

Although there's a clear sign on [Good Corn]'s body that says "Do not subdue," everything is negotiable. This little corn spirit eats and drinks his food every day, and they get along quite well. It's still worth a try for Jingqian.

Then [Good Corn] spoke up:
"Master, why are you worried about my health?"

"If you want to take me in, you'll have to make me sever ties with my father, which is not an option!"

“I am the pride of my clan, possessing the potential of an emperor. One day, I will surely be able to break through the peak of the Immortal Qi Mountain. My father will never let me go.”

Jing Qian, like the Big Bad Wolf who lured Little Red Riding Hood away, continued:

"Don't worry about what your father thinks. I'm just asking if you're willing."

"I am currently the acting leader of the [Yanfu Dao], so I still have some influence."

"If you agree, I'll find a way to talk to your father. You don't need to worry about the rest."

"I will also give you a third-grade Ghost Phoenix to serve as your Spiritual Tool."

[Good Corn] was clearly somewhat shaken; it hesitated for a moment, then continued:

"My lord, could you, in your capacity as sect leader, bestow upon me an official title?"

What kind of official position do you want?

"My father appointed me as the Seventh Guardian God of Yanfu Heaven, and I have two older brothers who were appointed as Junior Guardians of Yanfu Heaven. If you can give me an official position that's more prestigious than my brothers', I'll follow you!"

"That's easy. How about I appoint you as the [Number One Supreme Guardian God of Yama's Heaven]?"

"Okay, okay, I want this super god! This sounds so awesome! Even more awesome than my dad!"

“I, [Good Corn], will be your [Spiritual Mechanism]. This [Yin Qi], [Ghost Qi], and [Netherworld Qi] are best to me, so I will take care of them.”

"Oh! That's not right, sir. You already have this cursed sword, what else can you ask for from me?"

Jingqian patted its corn-like head again and said:
"Don't sleep yet, wait for my command."

Having said that, he flashed back to the Feathered Gate and said to Shang Xi:

"Master, I'm ready. Just hand over the [Ghost Phoenix] to me in a moment!"

Upon hearing this, Shang Xi nodded, and the four of them waited silently.

Half a day passed in the blink of an eye. The immortal spiritual energy within the [Life Stove] was completely devoured, and a tremendous surge of magical power erupted. With two "cracks," the eggshell shattered.

Then, an incomparably clear and melodious phoenix cry rang out, and a golden phoenix and a white phoenix flew out in turn!
After ten thousand years of cultivation, the Five Elements Heavenly Phoenix has finally broken through and advanced to the third-rank [Heaven Mending] level. Full of vigor, it is ready to spread its wings and soar into the sky to proclaim to the world and advocate for the [Feathered Ascension Sect].

But at that moment, a little girl carrying a large, thick sword swung it down on the head of the [Ghost Phoenix] that had lived with her.

The Ghost Phoenix, whose strength was even greater than its own, was knocked to the ground and trembled like a sick chicken.

[Five Elements Heavenly Phoenix] was so frightened that it immediately shut its mouth, and then carefully looked around, a sense of unease rising in its heart.

"Is this my home? What kind of unwelcome guest is this!"

At this moment, Tianhe stepped forward, took out a magnificent phoenix feather, and said:
"Congratulations to Phoenix Lord on your rebirth and great advancement in cultivation!"

"So that Your Majesty may know that your smooth Nirvana was aided by the spiritual energy of the Pure Yang Heaven, I have taken the liberty of lending the Nirvana Phoenix Feather to Fellow Daoist Chi Xiao of the Pure Yang Heaven for his Dao attainment. I humbly request Your Majesty's permission!"

The Five Elements Heavenly Phoenix, already possessing extremely high intelligence and being a veteran of the Yingfu Pagoda Realm, quickly grasped the situation and spoke directly:
"I see. Then leave it to me. I will not let Fellow Daoist Chunyangtian down."

Having said that, it took the feather from the crane's hand and used its newly formed third-grade phoenix power to unleash the feather's power.

Opposite him, Jing Qian held the half-dead [Ghost Phoenix] in his arms, waiting with curiosity for the feathers to enhance it.

These third-rank [Nirvana Phoenix Feathers] are extremely rare [Offering Symbols] of the cosmic path, possessing unique and wondrous properties.

With the blessing of this feather, Jing Qian can create a time wormhole in a very short time, reaching a point in his past.

This supernatural power cannot change the past on a large scale; it can only have a limited impact on the cultivator himself and is of little use. However, if used properly, it can be an opportunity for the cultivator to rebuild his foundation.

Jing Qian's chosen time point was the moment before he subdued the [Innate Immortal Sword Embryo].

When this time-manipulating phenomenon began to take effect, he immediately vanished into the [Void Realm].

He tossed the half-dead Ghost Phoenix in front of Good Corn and said:

"Time is of the essence, you must quickly subdue this phoenix."

The "good corn" immediately sent out thousands of dense roots, which wrapped around the "ghost phoenix".

This supernatural ability to control another "spirit" with another "spirit" is a divine gift bestowed upon "Good Corn," something even its father cannot achieve.

Jing Qian only saw through its unique supernatural power after he acquired the "Three Lives Eye".

At this moment, the divine power of the [Nirvana Phoenix Feather] was fully unleashed, and a phantom of time appeared before Jing Qian.

The illusory image shows the moment when he rammed his head against the sword, his head covered in blood.

Just then, Jing Qian kicked out and sent the super god [Good Corn] flying towards the phantom.

At the same time, the corn spirit, with its vigorous root system, burrowed into Jing Qian's sea of ​​consciousness in the mortal world, leaving behind a corn kernel.

Subsequently, Jing Qian, in his present life, reflected on the past and actually projected the corn kernel into the past, where it also entered the consciousness of "Past Jing Qian".

While attempting to subdue the [Immortal Sword Primordial Embryo], "Past Jingqian" suddenly found a corn kernel in his sea of ​​consciousness. Thanks to this kernel, he actually formed a connection with the [Good Corn] that had come close to him.

The three major [Heavenly Mandates]—[Yin Qi], [Ghost Qi], and [Netherworld Qi]—each had one or two [Destiny Fates] vacant, all of which were taken up by these corn kernels.

The "past changes" have successfully suppressed the "good corn" in the present world!
This illusion of time was merely a manifestation of the [Offering Talisman]'s divine power. After appearing for a few moments, it shattered and vanished like a dream.

The connection between Ke Jingqian and [Good Corn] has been completely inherited.

And his original connection with the Great Dao between him and the [Sumeru Immortal Sword Embryo] was completely unaffected.

From then on, Jing Qian successfully suppressed the two powerful [Spiritual Machines], forging an unparalleled foundation for his cultivation. Once he advances to [Spirit Subduing], his cultivation will experience a super-double increase!

However, this "good corn" is not an ordinary "spiritual opportunity," but a true seed of the "true corn" from a second-rank great power who has completed the inscription on the "mountain of immortal qi." Although it is also of the "mother tree of the void" rank, it is a descendant of the "true corn" lineage.

After it was subdued, countless threads of cause and effect, fortune, magic power, and bloodline suddenly burst forth, wrapping around its body and dragging it into the void.

Just then, a black jade longsword thrust out from the side, severing all the strings binding the "good corn" as easily as chopping melons and vegetables, freeing it from its shackles.

The rescued "Good Corn" was completely bewildered. So this is how you're supposed to discuss things with my dad?
Isn't this blatant robbery?
Beyond countless dimensions, [True Corn], taking advantage of the last connection, transmitted a magical message:
"How can a sect leader abduct other people's children if he has no money?"

"Human traffickers are universally hated!"

"If you don't give me an explanation, you won't get past me as your father!"

The words were mostly teasing, and the speaker didn't seem particularly angry.

But Jing Qian remained completely calm and said:
"Senior, please don't be impatient. I have already achieved the appearance of a sage. One day, when I ascend to the Mountain of Immortal Qi, I will add a gift to your life as an apology."

"Ha, just saying that is enough!"

“Good corn, serve your poor master well, and don’t forget your father when you become successful.”

Only after the voice of "real corn" faded away did Jing Qian finally subdue "good corn".

From then on, his cultivation in the [Yanfu Dao] also had a core [Spiritual Energy] to suppress it, and he achieved his innate [Spiritual Energy] with the [Mother Tree of Void], which has endless wonders.

More importantly, the exceptional talent of [Good Corn] makes it a perfect match for Jing Qian's [Exorcism] cultivation.

This is the fundamental reason why he went to such lengths, even using his personal connections with [True Corn], to win them over.

After he successfully subdued [Good Corn], all its information was readily available:
[Inspiration: Good Corn]

【Category: Outer Moon】

[Rank: Second Grade - Void Mother Tree] [Destiny: Protector of Slaves, Soul Seed, Life of All Things]

[Account Banned: Soul Manipulator]

My own "Good Corn" spiritual root is truly as it claims, a peerless prodigy.

It possesses three great paths of control, the "Heavenly Mandate," making it a top-tier summoner born to command demons.

With it in charge, Jing Qian's [exorcism] cultivation will surely progress by leaps and bounds.

In a very short time, Good Corn first subdued Ghost Phoenix, and then was subdued by Jing Qian. It suffered too many shocks in a short period of time, and actually sat cross-legged on Ghost Phoenix's head and fell into a deep sleep again.

The Ghost Phoenix was even more unlucky. It had just successfully undergone Nirvana when it was severely injured by a great demon. Now it had completely lost its freedom and had become a slave to a corn cob, almost breaking its defenses.

However, it had no room to struggle and could only passively carry its little corn-loving master.

Under the mandate of [All Things Grow], abundant life energy emanated from [Good Corn] and began to heal [Ghost Phoenix]'s injuries.

Jing Qian allowed the grass and phoenix to recuperate and thrive, while he himself directly escaped from the [Void Realm].

……

On a rapidly moving meteorite, [Eyeless] and [True Corn] are taking a short rest, awaiting their next visit from an unfamiliar realm.

Despite having just lost her offspring, [True Corn] showed no sadness whatsoever, and even said with considerable anticipation:

“Master, my son has finally entered the family. With that penniless young master protecting him, he should grow up without worry.”

"The young master's ability to achieve the appearance of a sage is truly extraordinary and beyond my expectations."

"However, no one dares to offer any guidance right now. He knows nothing, and he might be targeted by [Yanfu], right?"

[Eyeless] played with a newly acquired eyeball and said:
"[Yanfu] was just put to sleep by the few of us, so he can have a hundred or eighty years of peaceful life."

"It all depends on his fate!"

……

We have returned to the [Feathered Gate].

At this moment, Tianhe, Lingmingji, and the Five Elements Phoenix had all disappeared, and only Shangxi was still waiting for him.

After bowing, he began to speak:
“Master, I have not failed you. I have subdued the third-rank exorcist Lingji and am now entitled to the title of Yanfuzi.”

Shangxi nodded and continued:

"You joined my Pure Yang Heaven first, yet you insist on inheriting the title of Yanfuzi first. It's all my fault for being unable to support the family and delaying important matters."

"Master, what are you saying? There's nothing more important than your Star-Picking. Besides, I also want the title of [Pure Yang Master]!"

"This disciple will go now, Master, please wait for my good news."

Then, the master and disciple parted ways again.

Jing Qian traveled through time and disappeared into the [Feathered Gate]. But this time, he didn't open his eyes to use his vision to project his vision. Instead, he arrived next to a [Beacon Ghost].

After a long time, he actually returned to Hunzhou Island and descended into the government office pagoda!

Jing Qian strolled out, appearing several times before finally standing in front of the Jing's Building.

Without his meddling, no one has died in this building since, and it has become the commercial hub of Hunzhou Market, and even the entire Hunzhou, with a large number of people coming and going.

He sent a magical message across the island, then flashed to the top floor of the building.

This floor features floor-to-ceiling windows with transparent crystal on all four sides, and is situated at the top of the sea, offering a panoramic view overlooking most of Hunzhou Island. The interior decoration is extremely luxurious, and it is a residence that Jing Qian reserved specifically for himself.

He found a deck chair, lay down comfortably, and felt quite relaxed for a moment.

Not long after, Li Yuan strode in, bowed to him, and said:
"Master Xue, I have gathered all the eligible teenagers on the island in Haishi as you requested, and we await your next steps."

Jing Qian then replied:
"Then let them all gather outside the city!"

"Yes, I'll arrange it!"

In the past few years, the Hunzhou government office has not had any major repairs overseen by the person in charge, and all affairs have been handled by Li Yuan.

Without the constraints, his business acumen was fully utilized. Now, Hunzhou is not only a well-established business, but also a thriving commercial center with prosperous people. Even the most ordinary mortals have seen a significant improvement in their living standards.

Jing Qian's approval of Li Yuan grew stronger!
The immortal, nuclear-powered bull and horse leader deserves his extra attention.

Li Yuan was incredibly efficient; in just one hour, he gathered over 30,000 boys and girls aged 12 to 15 at the old "Dragon Python" path and arranged them in orderly queues.

These young men and women come from the millions of people on Hunzhou Island, and all of them are from ordinary families.

Without this event, most of these children would be lowly laborers on Hunzhou Island, selling their labor for a meager living.

However, this time, a chance that could change their destiny has come their way.

Each child held up a wooden sign with numbers arranged in order.

They were waiting anxiously!

Suddenly, a very young and handsome sword-wielding cultivator appeared above everyone's heads.

Immediately afterwards, a vertical eye opened up between the cultivator's eyebrows.

This vertical eye is entirely black, with blood as its pupil, as if it can absorb all light into it, making it extremely mystical.

The vertical eye simply turned around once, seemingly capturing enough information.

The cultivator then spoke:
"Number 19!"

One thousand four hundred and fifty-seven!

"Thirteen thousand two hundred and eleven!"

"Twenty-five thousand nine hundred and eighty-two!"

Thirty thousand and forty-four!

"The five of you wait for me before you go to the government office and the pagoda. The rest of you, have received your rewards and may leave."

After saying this, the cultivator disappeared.

The crowd, which had just been maintaining discipline, suddenly erupted into chaotic shouts.

Whether it's the five people who were selected or the more than 30,000 who were not selected, everyone has so many emotions to express!

With his Three Lives Eye, Jing Qian used a great deal of fortune-telling techniques in a very short time. Using the power of his divine eye, he managed to select five geniuses with extraordinary destinies from among the more than 30,000 children!

These five children, three boys and two girls, are all destined to be "six taels of gold" (a Chinese unit of weight, approximately 60 grams), possessing exceptional natural talents and potential.

However, if Jing Qian hadn't given them a hand, given the current state of cultivation on Hunzhou Island, most of these children would have spent their lives struggling in the mire of mortals, wasting their great talents.

In this world, talent is certainly important, but the opportunity to attain enlightenment is even rarer.

Now, Jingqian has given them a new path in life, a path that, though full of thorns, is infinitely glorious!

The five candidates, led by Li Yuan, climbed the high mountain and arrived at the towering government office pagoda. They found the pagoda's doors wide open, and the sword-wielding cultivator was standing inside, waiting.

After bringing the people over, Li Yuan took his leave, leaving only five teenagers standing there awkwardly.

But then Jing Qian suddenly spoke:

“You ordinary people all possess the talent for cultivation, but because of your inferior birth, you are trapped in the mundane world and waste your opportunities for the Great Dao.”

"I have chosen you five today because I wish to establish a lineage and need to take on disciples to inherit my teachings."

"Our sect teaches without discrimination, regardless of background or origin. We rely entirely on talent and hard work. If you five are willing to join our sect, I will treat you all equally and give you the opportunity to enter the path."

"However, I also have something to say beforehand: my sect carries heavy karma. Once you enter the sect, there is no way you can escape. It is a matter of life and death. You need to think it over carefully."

"If you are willing to join us, please come upstairs with me. If you are not willing, please go down the mountain!"

After saying this, Jingqian turned and walked into the pagoda.

The five people below did not hesitate for even a second before following closely behind and climbing onto the pagoda.

Finally, the six met again on the third floor, where three [Life Stoves] were burning fiercely, their flames threatening to engulf them.

The five candidates were scorched by the intense heat, and their heads and faces were covered in burns.

Yet not a single person turned and ran away!

Jing Qian nodded in approval of the five men's character.

Having climbed up from the bottom, their grasp and appreciation of opportunities are naturally different.

Then he spoke again:
"Since you have voluntarily joined us, I will give you a chance!"

"I will teach you the 'Reincarnation and Destiny Method,' which is a first-rate method for entering the Tao."

"Afterwards, you will be here to receive the [Life Fire] to burn your bodies. Only those who have determined their [Destiny] can truly enter the sect and become outer disciples of my sect."

Having said that, he opened his Three Lives Eye between his brows again, and a gaze shot towards the five youths.

Immediately, the five of them entered an incredibly realistic illusion!

Within this illusion, the five of them started from scratch, learning the basics of cultivation and the full text of the "Reincarnation and Destiny Method".

This kind of spiritual experience is far superior to what Jingqian had when he first entered the Dao!
Subsequently, the five teenagers awoke one after another. Without Jing Qian's instruction, the five immediately formed hand seals and used the Fate-Fixing Technique to draw out a Fate Fire from the Fate Stove in front of them to burn themselves.

An unprecedented journey of destiny begins.

Jing Qian took meticulous care of them, even generously giving each of the five a ball of pure life energy.

With such favorable conditions, and given the unwavering will of these five children from impoverished backgrounds who have experienced hardship, there is absolutely no possibility of them failing!
In just one day, all five children successfully entered the path!

Jing Qian, with his "Three Lives Eyes," clearly saw that among the five people, four had awakened the "Purple Eyes" destiny.

Among them, the little boy with the highest "fate number" of seven taels and one mace has awakened a "metal element" destiny!
With top-tier destiny-fixing techniques, combined with high-level [Life Fire] and the protection of a great cultivator, these five lads are enjoying the kind of treatment usually reserved for disciples of major lineages and powerful families!
While the five were immersed in their cultivation breakthrough, Jing Qian, standing to the side, took out his official seal, activated his ninth-rank [Spiritual Official] status, and issued an edict:
"Now, the lineage of the [Yanfu Dao] has settled in [Hunzhou] to spread the Dharma, and five of their sons have successfully entered the Dao and established their destiny."

"This is to hereby declare that the academy has registered and approved the establishment of the [Yanfu Dao] lineage within the territory of [Hunzhou] to carry out the teachings and propagate the Dao."

"He is permitted to accept disciples, transmit scriptures and teachings; all within and beyond the borders shall heed this decree!"

"[Hunzhou] Xuezheng, Jing Qian!"

Jing Qian used his authority as an academic official to create a new Yanfu Dao in the land of Hunzhou, and directly completed the registration of the academy, obtaining official qualifications.

However, the once top-tier university, comparable to Tsinghua and Peking Universities, has become, after its reconstruction, at best, only at the level of a private kindergarten.

(End of this chapter)