Two Realms High Martial Arts: Gathering the Heavens to Become a Great Luo Immortal

Chapter 408 Yellow Springs, Emperor Xia, Contingency Plan

At Jianmen, the wind howled fiercely at Wujian Cliff, causing Ye Wuqing and Fairy Jinghong's robes to flutter.

The master and apprentice stood side by side on the edge of the cliff, both gazing up at the fading golden light on the northern horizon.

"The Sword of Time and Calamity—"

The usually cold and aloof Fairy Jinghong's eyes were now filled with indescribable shock. "He actually—in such a short time, not only did he comprehend the essence of the 'Instant Eternal Calamity Sword Chapter,' but he also applied the true meaning of 'Calamity' to such an extent—slicing off the entire lifespan of a Grandmaster with a single sword strike—"

Even though she had witnessed Li Xijun's astonishing comprehension in front of the Enlightenment Stone, and even though she had personally felt the rich aura of time emanating from Li Xijun, she still felt a sense of unreality upon seeing the announcement of the [Book of Mortals].

This can no longer be explained by innate talent; it's simply—inconceivable!

Ye Wuqing stood with his hands behind his back, his face showing an unusually solemn expression.

He didn't speak immediately, but just looked north, as if sensing the subtle sword intent that lingered across space from that sword strike.

After a long silence, he finally spoke, his voice filled with a complex sigh: "This young man's talent is unparalleled throughout history. I originally thought that he would need at least several more months to reach the level of wielding the Sword of Time and Calamity. I never expected that—in such a short time, he would be able to use this sword to kill someone like Chi Na Ri."

"Although Chi Na Ri is only a half-step Dharma Body, he has experienced countless battles and has many ways to protect himself. Moreover, he is located in the northern desert, which gives him a geographical advantage. To be able to precisely cut off his lifespan with the Sword of Time Calamity while he was escaping—Li Xi Jun's understanding and control of this sword is probably no less than yours, and perhaps even—or even better."

The Fairy of Startling Beauty remained silent.

She knew her master was telling the truth. She had studied the "Sword Chapter of Momentary Eternal Calamity" for many years, but she dared not say that she could so cleanly and decisively kill a fellow Dharma Master who was trying to escape with the true meaning of "calamity".

What Li Xijun achieved went beyond the realm of "comprehension" and was almost an "instinctive" application.

She hesitated for a moment, her clear, cold eyes turning to Ye Wuqing, and softly asked, "Master, Li Xijun—having successively comprehended the 'Heavenly Cycle of Life and Death Sword Chapter' and the 'Momentary Eternal Calamity Sword Chapter,' his swordsmanship talent is unparalleled in the world. Now that the first two swords can no longer stump him—so, regarding the third sword—perhaps..."

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She didn't finish her sentence, but the meaning was clear.

Ye Wuqing's gaze shifted slightly.

He naturally understood what his disciple was referring to—the final sword of the "Three Lives Cycle Sword Manual," which was also the most powerful, the most mysterious, and the "Inextricable Karma and Destiny Sword Chapter" that no one had been able to comprehend since the patriarch.

He silently gazed northward, the image of Li Xijun's unfathomable eyes, her naturally harmonious yet boundless potential, and her incredible rate of growth flashing through his mind—

"The Sword of Cause and Effect—" Ye Wuqing repeated these four words in a low voice, his eyes flickering uncertainly.

According to the ancestral precepts of the Sword Sect, the third sword should not be lightly passed on to those who do not possess great opportunity, great perseverance, and great fortune.

Throughout history, no one has ever been qualified to make an exception for him.

But Li Xijun————

This young man carries the destiny of the Great Xia Dynasty, the inheritance of the Palace of Stars, the inheritance of the ancient Thunder God, and the true meaning of the two swords of the Sword Sect. He also possesses the talent of time, a mysterious body-refining method, and a profound foundation that even he cannot see through—his fortune and potential are unprecedented.

Perhaps—there really is that slight possibility?

After pondering for a long time, Ye Wuqing did not answer directly, but slowly said, "This matter concerns the very foundation of the Sword Sect and requires careful consideration. Let's see how he acts afterward and whether he can truly bear the consequences."

Although he did not give a clear answer, these words indicated that his attitude had softened.

A barely perceptible glint flashed in Fairy Jinghong's eyes, and she said no more.

She knew that, given her master's personality, the fact that he hadn't directly refused was already the greatest form of approval.

In the secluded chamber deep within the Xuanwu Hall of the Palace of Stars, only a few luminous pearls emitted a soft glow.

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Xuanwu Venerable Su Manniang sat cross-legged on a cold jade futon, her aura heavy and profound, with faint phantom images of tortoises and snakes coiled behind her, exuding an aura of unwavering steadfastness.

She slowly opened her eyes, a fleeting glint of light flashing in them.

The Sixth Heaven is nearing completion—almost there.

Feeling the surging true essence and Dharma power within her body, which had reached the limit of her current realm, she nodded in satisfaction.

With the help of the spiritual herbs and treasures obtained from the Mysterious Female Realm last time, her cultivation level finally advanced again in a short period of time, reaching the peak of the sixth level, and she was only one step away from the Grandmaster realm of the seventh level.

Just then, she sensed something and looked up at the space above the quiet room. Although separated by thick layers of rock, she seemed to be able to see the dazzling golden characters in the sky outside.

When she saw the contents of the Book of Mortals, her mature and charming face was first stunned, then revealed a look of surprise and amazement.

"The Sword of Time—he actually mastered it at the Sword Gate? And he even used it to slay Chi Na Ri?"

Su Manniang murmured to herself, her eyes sparkling with admiration, "This little guy—every time I think I've given him too much credit, he always manages to do something even more amazing."

Her fingers unconsciously caressed an ancient black tortoise jade pendant at her waist, her thoughts racing.

The stronger Li Xijun is, the more advantageous it will be for her subsequent plans to raid the enemy base and break through enemy lines.

"Having reached the pinnacle of the Sixth Heaven, one has reached a bottleneck. Ordinary arduous cultivation yields little progress. Only with the aid of external forces or a special opportunity can one break through this barrier and advance to the Grandmaster realm."

"If I could engage in that final step of dual cultivation with him, and with the help of the resonance between the Xuanwu Technique and the Zhou Tian Xing Chen Si Xiang Jue, I should be almost certain to break through to the seventh level."

"Your Highness, please come back soon!"

Su Manniang looked north, a smile playing on her lips. "This concubine—is rather curious to see how that Suzaku fellow will react."

Deep within the Yellow Springs, in this place where the Yellow Springs River seems to flow, a figure is being suppressed.

The woman, dressed in a blue dragon-patterned palace gown and possessing a cool and elegant demeanor, had become even paler on her beautiful face. The once vast and boundless power of the Azure Dragon Dharma Form around her was still struggling to resist the erosion of the all-pervasive death energy of the Yellow Springs.

However, the finger hovering above her did not waver in the slightest.

That finger seemed to bear the weight of the entire Yellow Springs, pinning her, the number one on the Earth Ranking and a top expert at the half-step Dharma Body level, firmly to this perilous place, unable to move.

It seems that even after countless years, it will not change.

This made the Azure Dragon Venerable, who had been suppressed for a long time, feel hopeless whenever he saw this.

However, just as her mind was once again on the verge of collapse, the dim and turbid "sky" above this desolate Yellow Springs space was suddenly forcibly penetrated by an indescribable, supreme will.

The golden light dispelled some of the gloom, and the phantom of the [Book of the Mortal World] actually appeared even in this secluded and desolate place.

Although the images were somewhat blurry and the text slightly faded, the information contained within was still clearly and accurately conveyed to the mind of the Azure Dragon Venerable.

"Li—hope Jun? It's him again!" A glint suddenly appeared in the eyes of the Azure Dragon Venerable.

She read the golden text word by word, and when she saw descriptions such as "Sword of Time and Calamity", "Slaying the Crimson Day", and "Ending of Life", she couldn't help but feel a stirring in her heart.

"The second sword of the Sword Gate—the Sword of Time—he actually comprehended it in such a short time...and even used it to kill Chi Na Ri?" The Azure Dragon Venerable was filled with shock and disbelief.

She knew better than anyone the prestige and difficulty of the "Three Lives Tribulation Sword Manual".

Throughout the millennia of the Sword Sect, very few have been able to comprehend both of the first two sword techniques simultaneously.

Li Xijun actually did it in such a short time and demonstrated such terrifying combat power!

What does this tell us?

This shows that Li Xijun's swordsmanship talent is probably even more terrifying than everyone imagined!

A thought, like a lightning bolt in the darkness, suddenly cleaved through the despair in her heart: "If he could comprehend the first two sword techniques in succession—then—is there any hope for him in the legendary third sword technique—the 'Inextricable Karma and Destiny Sword Chapter'?"

The Sword of Cause and Effect!

It involves the supreme sword path that interferes with cause and effect and destiny!

If—if Li Xijun could truly comprehend the Sword of Cause and Effect, then with its supreme characteristics, it might indeed be possible to sever this finger that is intricately connected to the Yellow Springs here and to the immortals.

Even the slightest theoretical possibility was enough to rekindle the flame of hope for the Azure Dragon Venerable, who had been suffering in this desperate situation for an unknown period of time!

She struggled to lift her head, looking at the seemingly unchanging phantom of a finger above her, her eyes flashing with a sharp light once more.

"Li Xijun—the new star lord of the Palace of Stars—if he can truly touch upon cause and effect—"

"Then perhaps I can use Xiao Qinghan to send out my message... It can be considered that the backup plan I had with Emperor Xia back then has come in handy."