After rebirth, they all want to monopolize me

Chapter 189 I'm Going to Xia Kingdom (4000 words)
"Boom!"

Bolts of lightning fell from the sky.

Jiang Li had only ever seen such an amazing scene in novels and movies.

But now, the very thing called "transcending tribulation" is actually happening right in front of me.

Eight-formation diagrams appeared above Liu Yanzheng's head.

The lightning struck, completely obliterating the Eight Trigrams Formation, but Liu Yanzheng remained unharmed.

The illusory Eight Trigrams Formation blocked the attack for Liu Yanzheng.

Liu Yanzheng's spiritual power surged, while the lightning tribulation in the sky intensified.

"Boom!"

Another bolt of lightning struck.

This time, the Eight Trigrams Formation could not stop it, and the lightning struck Liu Yanzheng squarely.

A trickle of blood spilled from the corner of Liu Yanzheng's mouth. She slowly opened her eyes and looked up at the sky.

In her eyes, Jiang Li saw the resolute determination to "die if he doesn't break through to the next realm."

The other team leaders were also somewhat tempted.

"Director."

A team leader's eyes flickered as he looked at Liu Yanzheng with admiration.

He felt that Director Liu had summoned them not only to protect her, but also to let them see up close how Director Liu was overcoming her tribulation.

If Director Liu successfully overcomes his tribulation, then things will be fine.

But if Director Liu fails to overcome his tribulation, they must learn from it and continue down Director Liu's path, climbing step by step to accumulate experience for future generations.

This is a spirit of selflessness.

It wasn't just the team leader who thought this way; everyone else thought the same.

Moving from the Qi Refining Realm to the Foundation Establishment Realm is a historic step.

Among all the ancient cultivation texts available today, the sections on the progression from Qi Refining to Foundation Establishment are extremely limited. Most of the information requires cultivators to explore on their own.

At this time, Liu Yanzheng can be considered a pioneer.

Whether she succeeds or not, she will ultimately provide important reference for future monks.

Therefore, everyone watched Liu Yanzheng undergo her tribulation with even greater care and attention, afraid of missing a single detail.

"Boom!"

Another deafening roar echoed from the heavens.

The loud bang was like a mushroom cloud exploding in the sky, which was extremely exaggerated.

The celestial tribulation continued to gather momentum amidst the dense clouds.

Feeling the pressure looming over the heavens, everyone was terrified.

The third lightning tribulation was clearly not simple.

This lightning tribulation, though held back, is likely even stronger than the previous two lightning strikes combined, judging solely from its power!
"boom!"

A beam of light ripped through the sky and pierced straight into the ground, like a twisted lightning bolt connecting the earth and the heavens.

Even though Jiang Li and the others were quite a distance away from Liu Yanzheng, they still felt the extremely terrifying power of the thunder.

"I was able to cross over in the last life, and I can do it again in this life!"

Liu Yanzheng thought to herself, her eyes growing more determined as she continuously formed hand seals, bracing herself against the power of the lightning tribulation.

The third lightning tribulation lasted for a full minute.

The others watched with trepidation.

They themselves couldn't even last ten seconds, let alone a minute.

One minute later, the lightning tribulation dissipated.

The dark clouds in the sky dispersed, like a thunderstorm, and soon the rain stopped and the sky cleared, as if nothing had happened.

Liu Yanzheng looked like a piece of charcoal, with cracks even appearing in her body, from which blood flowed.

Although Liu Yanzheng was in a sorry state, her clothes were intact.

This doesn't mean that Liu Yanzheng's clothes were made of the latest materials that could withstand the power of the lightning tribulation.

Rather, the lightning tribulation is selective; it ignores everything except certain magic arrays.

The lightning tribulation won't harm any of the surrounding plants or trees, it won't even tear your clothes; it will only strike you.

The surrounding spiritual energy continued to converge into Liu Yanzheng's body.

Centered on Liu Yanzheng, ripples of spiritual energy emanated from her.

As the magic array beneath her dissipated, everyone else stood up and congratulated Liu Yanzheng, saying, "Congratulations, Director, on successfully establishing your foundation!"

After entering the Foundation Establishment stage, they felt that Liu Yanzheng was emanating a terrifying aura, as if she could wipe them all out with a wave of her hand.

"Cough cough..."

Liu Yanzheng coughed a few times, looking very weak.

"No need for congratulations yet," Liu Yanzheng said in a low voice. "I need to go back to my room to recuperate. Jiang Li, come and help me."

"..."

Jiang Li guessed what kind of recuperation Liu Yanzheng was referring to.

However, Jiang Li couldn't refuse, since it was her boss's request, and she couldn't very well go against her boss's wishes.
"Yes, Director," Jiang Li replied.

Liu Yanzheng led Jiang Li back to the room.

The others didn't think much of it, after all, Jiang Li's cultivation level was second only to the Director, and they had also heard that Jiang Li and the Director often practiced Taoist arts together.

Many people believe that Jiang Li and Director Liu may have some special relationship, but they just haven't made their relationship public.

Given how weak Director Liu is now, it's understandable that she would send her sweetheart to her room to keep her company.

After Jiang Li helped Liu Yanzheng back to her room, Liu Yanzheng sat in a chair, panting heavily.

"This tribulation lightning was stronger than I expected, but thankfully I survived. There are several packets of medicine in the cabinet, all of them are the same. Take them all out, then pour one packet into the bathtub and fill it with hot water."

"Okay." Jiang Li nodded, not refusing.

Jiang Li took out the package of medicinal herbs and went into the bathroom, where there was a large bathtub.

The herbs were placed inside, and then hot water was poured in. The entire bathroom was filled with the smell of Chinese medicine, and the water gradually turned a dry yellow color.

Jiang Li helped Liu Yanzheng into the bathroom.

Just as Jiang Li was about to turn and leave, Liu Yanzheng grabbed Jiang Li's wrist: "Wait here, I still need your help."

"This...is not good..."

“What’s wrong with that? Besides, you seem quite excited.” Without waiting for Jiang Li to refuse, Liu Yanzheng took off her clothes and stepped into the bathtub.

To demonstrate his gentlemanly side, Jiang Li covered his eyes with his hand, but it was still clear that he could see everything through his fingers.

To be honest, Jiang Li didn't feel any romance at all.

Liu Yanzheng's skin used to be fair and delicate, as if you could squeeze water out of it with a gentle pinch.

But now, Liu Yanzheng is as black as coal, her skin is dry and cracked, and there is not a single good part of her.

It's not just tempting, it's even a little scary.

However, when Liu Yanzheng was lying in the bathtub circulating her spiritual energy and absorbing the medicinal effects to heal herself, Jiang Li saw that Liu Yanzheng's dry skin peeled off, revealing fair and tender skin underneath.

Her new skin was even whiter than before, just like that of a newborn baby.

Ten minutes later, the once crystal-clear bathwater became murky and slightly viscous, and the stench was even worse than that of a sewer.

Even with the ventilation set to its highest level in the bathroom, it didn't help much.

"Change the water in the basin, and put the herbs in again," Liu Yanzheng said to Jiang Li.

Jiang Li drained the water and filled a new basin with a fresh bag of herbs. Liu Yanzheng continued to absorb the medicinal effects of the herbs, and the bathwater became cloudy again, though it was a little cleaner than before.

After three times in a row, Liu Yanzheng lay in the bathtub, looking as if she had been reborn, her delicate skin as smooth as if it could be broken at a touch.

Jiang Li wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he felt that Liu Yanzheng seemed even more beautiful than before.

She exuded an ethereal quality.

As Jiang Li looked at it, she couldn't help but bend down.

Looking at Jiang Li's appearance, Liu Yanzheng's lips curled up slightly: "The medicinal herbs you just poured in are foundation-building formulas from ancient Taoist books."

The body can be repaired after the lightning tribulation.

The results were indeed quite good.

The mud I just experienced was impurities in my body.

When you were practicing in the past, you must have experienced something similar, where your body would expel some impurities.

This is the impurity of the human body.

"So only after Foundation Establishment can it be considered a complete elimination?" Jiang Li asked.

Liu Yanzheng shook her head: "I don't know about that. According to ancient records, it is generally only when one reaches the Golden Core stage that the impurities in the body are completely expelled."

Foundation Establishment is the dividing line between cultivators and ordinary people.

However, only after reaching the Golden Core Realm can one truly be called an immortal.

However, once I reach the Foundation Establishment Realm, I won't need to eat anymore. In other words, I can just absorb the spiritual energy between heaven and earth. I will never starve to death, and I won't need to eat, drink, or relieve myself.

In other words…

Liu Yanzheng smiled and said, "I'm a real fairy now~ How about it, aren't you a little tempted~"

Jiang Li: "..."

You know what, you really can't believe it.

Jiang Li was indeed somewhat tempted.

However, Jiang Li's cultivation technique does not allow her to be tempted at this moment.

I need to reach the Foundation Establishment stage at least before I can talk about it.

"Since Director Liu is alright, I'll head out now." Jiang Li felt it was time to leave.

Otherwise, I might lose my composure.

After her rebirth, Liu Yangzheng is even more beautiful and alluring than before.

However, as soon as Jiang Li turned around, Liu Yanzheng grabbed her wrist.

Before Jiang Li could react, Liu Yanzheng grabbed her and pulled her into the bathtub, splashing water everywhere.

"Calm down and extend your palm."

Liu Yanzheng smiled and said to Jiang Li.

Jiang Li felt a little helpless.

With you in this state, how could I possibly calm down?

However, as Liu Yanzheng's spiritual power entered Jiang Li's body, Jiang Li felt herself gradually calming down.

Jiang Li had another dream about spring.

In my dream, I, Liu Yanzheng, was studying a foreign language in the bathtub, and I was studying very diligently.

As she was studying, Jiang Li woke up early the next morning to find herself lying on the bed in the villa.

It was all just a dream.

However, Jiang Li could clearly feel that nine vortexes of energy had condensed in his dantian.

"Am I only one step away from the Foundation Establishment Realm?"

Jiang Li was surprised.

"Wake up."

Liu Yanzheng walked in carrying a breakfast.

Seeing Jiang Li's surprised expression, Liu Yanzheng smiled slightly and explained to Jiang Li:
"No need for that expression. You are naturally very talented. When I entered the Foundation Establishment stage yesterday, the aura of the Great Dao on my body had not yet dissipated. So when the two of us practiced the dual cultivation technique, you were able to receive great feedback from me."

During this time, you should first stabilize your Qi Refining Level 9, and then prepare to break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm.

When you attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm, I will personally protect you.

Then"

Liu Yanzheng leaned forward gently, smiling as she looked at Jiang Li: "Once you also reach the Foundation Establishment Realm, we can truly try the art of dual cultivation."

"."

Jiang Li gasped and her eyes lit up; Second Master couldn't help but give her a thumbs up.

"I'm going back to report now. I need to write up my experience of Foundation Establishment and submit it to the Dragon Guardian Division."

Liu Yanzheng patted Jiang Li's head as if petting a puppy, then turned and left the room.

After Liu Yanzheng left, Jiang Li thought for a moment and decided to send a message to Jiang Yunxi to tell her that she had reached the ninth level of Qi Refining.

Jiang Yunxi had previously said that once she reached the ninth level of Qi Refining, she would tell her what new cultivation method she would give her.

Meanwhile, deep in the mountains beside the Mississippi River in the United States.

This place was originally a settlement of Native Americans, but now it has become a deep forest.

A month ago, Jiang Yunxi came here in search of the strange water.

"call"

Jiang Yunxi took a deep breath and slowly opened her eyes.

She stretched out her hand, and the water droplets in her palm condensed and then spread out, condensing again.

"He has reached the seventh level of Qi Refining."

Jiang Yunxi reached out and pinched the water droplet, which dissolved in her palm.

Since her rebirth, Jiang Yunxi has absorbed three different types of exotic water, which is enough for her to temporarily cultivate to the Foundation Establishment Realm.

However, for Jiang Yunxi, the more exotic water, the better. There are two or three kinds of exotic water in the United States, and she plans to absorb them all during this period of time.

"jingle."

Jiang Yunxi's phone vibrated in her jeans pocket.

He took out his phone and saw that it was a text message from Jiang Li.

Looking at the contents of the text message, Jiang Yunxi pursed her lips slightly, her expression showing some anxiety.

Picking up the backpack beside her, Jiang Yunxi gave up the idea of ​​searching for other strange waters.

I have to go back now!

Jiang Li has already reached the ninth level of Qi Refining. When Jiang Li reaches the Foundation Establishment stage, I will be able to make a move!
In the island nation, Chen Xueman sat on the sofa, looking at the intelligence report in front of her, her eyebrows furrowed, looking quite displeased.

For the past few days, Chen Xueman has been tracking news about the Yamata no Orochi every day, but without any leads.

"Miss."

A female subordinate named Hui knocked on Chen Xueman's door.

"What's wrong?" Chen Xueman tapped her little foot and turned the swivel chair around.

“Miss, there’s new information from the Dragon Guardian Division. Liu Yanzheng has reached the Foundation Establishment Realm, and Jiang Li has also reached the ninth level of Qi Refining,” Hui said calmly.

Chen Xueman gripped the pen tightly in her hand: "Keep an eye on the news about Yamata no Orochi for me."

"Miss, what's going on?" Mikami asked curiously.

"Book me the next available flight; I want to go to Xia Country!"

(End of this chapter)