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Chapter 169 The Nascent Soul Ceremony

You did not place all your hopes on the merchant guild cultivators who entered the Mountain and Sea Ruins.

[You are prepared that you will not receive any subsequent inheritance content upon opening the Mountain and Sea Lineage Ruins.]

[Now that you have just entered the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm, there is still a considerable amount of time before you reach the peak of the early stage, or even break through to the middle stage. There is no rush regarding the future inheritance of the Mountain and Sea lineage.]

You have plenty of time to plan slowly.

The ruins of the Mountain and Sea lineage have existed to this day, and every few decades or centuries, a group of cultivators mistakenly enter them.

[Over all these years, you don't believe that not a single cultivator has obtained the subsequent inheritance of the Mountain and Sea lineage?]

[At worst, we'll offer a bounty.]

Furthermore, once you reach the Nascent Soul stage, even without any further inherited content, you can still perform deductions.

Each Nascent Soul stage True Monarch has their own insights into the cultivation system, and creating a third-tier inheritance is not difficult for them.

[The sequel to the Classic of Mountains and Seas? You can spend time deducing it.]

Of course, the content you deduce is definitely not as comprehensive as the content perfected by generations of cultivators in the Mountain and Sea lineage.

But it's still a solution.

Finally, you have one more method that none of the other True Lords can do.

That means starting over.

Once you reach the Nascent Soul stage, the path of cultivation for all True Monarchs is essentially fixed.

There is no possibility of turning back or changing repair methods.

But you're different; you can still simulate the initial anchor point.

At that time, you can choose a complete inheritance and cultivation method.

However, so far, you seem quite satisfied with the legacy of the Mountains and Seas.

Unless there is truly no other way, the lineage will not be changed.

[In the ninety-fourth year, you are one hundred and eleven years old]

"Fellow Daoist Qingyuan, the Nascent Soul Ceremony has begun."

On this day, while you were in seclusion studying the second level of the "Divine Essence Crossing the Void Great Method," you received a message from True Lord Beiheng.

As you stepped out of your cave and stood atop the mountain, the divine sense of a Nascent Soul stage True Monarch instantly enveloped an area spanning a thousand miles.

Inside and outside Jiuli Valley, a large number of cultivators had gathered, and they were all talking and discussing, with their focus on you.

Almost all the cultivators' eyes were filled with awe and admiration, especially those Core Formation stage cultivators, whose envy was practically written all over their faces.

Every Core Formation stage cultivator, even those at the lower level, has dreamed of becoming a Nascent Soul stage cultivator.

[A lower-level Golden Core cultivator theoretically has the hope of advancing to the True Lord level, but theory is theory, and it's practically impossible in reality.]

"It's been a long time since my Nine Li Valley has been this lively..."

..」】

[The True Lord of Beiheng appeared beside you and said with a sigh]

At this moment, those gathered inside and outside Jiuli Valley encompass more than 80% of the Core Formation level forces from the Boundless Domain, as well as numerous cultivation families, merchant guilds, sects, and more, all here to offer their congratulations.

Furthermore, forces from outside the Boundless Realm also sent congratulatory gifts to express their goodwill.

The Nascent Soul Ceremony marks the beginning of a Nascent Soul True Monarch's life. For hundreds of years to come, this Nascent Soul True Monarch will leave behind a name that will be passed down to future generations in the surrounding great regions.

Among the many pieces of information you gather, you will occasionally hear about the deeds of a Nascent Soul True Monarch from thousands or even tens of thousands of years ago.

Whether tyrannical or benevolent, Nascent Soul True Monarchs are beings that the vast majority of cultivators in the world can only look up to.

"Let's go, the ceremony is being held there."

[The True Lord of Beiheng spoke.]

【"Um."】

You nodded slightly.

[Following the Northern Heng True Lord into the magnificent hall where the grand ceremony was held]

As the protagonist of this Nascent Soul Ceremony, you naturally sit in the main seat, with even True Lord Beiheng seated beside you.

[You had barely sat down when you heard the sounds of congratulatory gifts being offered.]

[“The head of the Zheng family of Baisha has come to offer his congratulations, presenting a pound of century-old earth milk, wishing the Great Dao of True Lord Qingyuan prosperity…”]

[“The Vice Sect Master of Fallen Mountain has come to offer his congratulations, presenting several third-grade spiritual herbs, wishing True Monarch Qingyuan a prosperous Great Dao…”]

[“The president of the Lu Li Chamber of Commerce has come to offer his congratulations, presenting one thousand top-grade spirit stones, wishing True Monarch Qingyuan a prosperous path…”]

After presenting their gifts, the factions that came to offer congratulations respectfully returned to their respective positions.

The Nascent Soul Ceremony, as the highest-level celebration in the cultivation world, attracts a multitude of high-level cultivators. Forces that usually reign supreme in their own territories naturally bow their heads obediently here.

It can be said that at this moment, any cultivator you encounter in Jiuli Mountain is likely to come from a powerful force and have a True Person or even a True Monarch as their backer.

"President of the Silver Moon Merchant Guild, True Lord Jiang, has come to offer his congratulations, presenting a near-fourth-tier alchemy furnace, wishing True Lord Qingyuan continued success in his cultivation journey..."

...”

Before long, the Nascent Soul Ceremony attracted its first True Monarch.

The Silver Moon Merchant Guild is one of the five Nascent Soul level forces in the Boundless Domain. It controls the passage connecting the Boundless Domain to other major domains. The president of the Silver Moon Merchant Guild has extensive connections, and he has good relations with most of the True Monarchs in the surrounding major domains.

"Fellow Daoist Qingyuan is indeed extraordinary. That vice president of the Chamber of Commerce was truly blind back then. I have already dismissed him from his position and sent him to another major domain..."

Jiang Zhenjun of the Silver Moon Merchant Guild stepped forward, looking at you with a smile, and said...

[The Silver Moon Merchant Guild must have secretly investigated your information, and naturally knows that you once went to the Silver Moon Merchant Guild, wanting to borrow a fourth-tier spirit pulse to attack your Nascent Soul.]

[Unfortunately, the vice president who received you at the time proposed that you refine pills for the Silver Moon Chamber of Commerce for free for fifty years in exchange for the opportunity to borrow a fourth-tier spiritual vein.]

Logically speaking, the vice president at the time had no problems whatsoever; he was simply working to generate profits for the chamber of commerce.

[Fifty years of free pill refining by a third-tier high-grade alchemist? Far exceeding the value of borrowing a fourth-tier spiritual vein once]

However, that vice president's mistake was that you ultimately did not choose to break through at the fourth-tier spiritual vein of the Silver Moon Merchant Guild, and you even successfully broke through to become a Nascent Soul True Monarch.

[In this situation, fearing you might harbor resentment, the Silver Moon Merchant Guild's higher-ups immediately decided to punish the vice president who received you back then and offer you a near-fourth-tier alchemy furnace to please you.]

"There's no need for that..."

You shook your head slightly, but did not plead for the vice president.

"Hahaha, Fellow Daoist Qingyuan is merciful, but some things have been done wrong, and naturally, punishment must be meted out."

After Jiang Zhenjun finished speaking, he glanced at a beautiful female cultivator standing behind him.

This beautiful female cultivator, at the mid-stage of Core Formation, wore a white dress and exuded elegance and grace.

"Liyue greets True Lord..." The beautiful female cultivator immediately bowed gracefully to you, her voice soft and sweet.

"Liyue has been raised by the Merchant Guild since childhood and is still a virgin. Upon learning that you, my friend, are among the True Lords, she greatly admires you and wishes to become your disciple..."

Jiang Zhenjun's tone was suggestive.

Clearly, in order to quell any resentment or anger you might have felt at the time, the Silver Moon Merchant Guild not only offered you a near-fourth-tier alchemy furnace, but this mid-stage Core Formation female cultivator was also a gift from the Silver Moon Merchant Guild.

[A beautiful female cultivator in the mid-stage of Core Formation who is still a virgin would be sought after by countless male cultivators in the outside world. But now, she is a gift from the Silver Moon Merchant Guild, and you can play with her however you want.]

This is the influence of a Nascent Soul True Monarch.

Even if you don't say anything, the Silvermoon Merchant Guild will take the initiative to make you happy.

"I appreciate Jiang Zhenjun's kindness..."

You did not accept this beautiful female cultivator in the mid-stage of Core Formation.

[You're not entirely comfortable playing with a female cultivator who was raised by the Silver Moon Merchant Guild since childhood. [Besides, you have Li Yan, who possesses the Primordial Yin Body, and in terms of appearance, temperament, and dual cultivation experience, she far surpasses this mid-stage Core Formation female cultivator.]

If in the future you really intend to try the tastes of other female cultivators, you will choose them yourself and will not rely on others.

"Very well, my Silver Moon Merchant Guild does business in many major regions and has collected quite a few ancient pill formulas. I wonder if Fellow Daoist Qingyuan would be interested?" Jiang Zhenjun immediately knew that you weren't very interested in female cultivators, and changed the subject.

"Oh? An ancient elixir formula?"

You look at Jiang Zhenjun.

The so-called ancient alchemical formulas refer to those from at least ancient times.

With the end of the ancient era, natural resources were greatly depleted, and many ancient elixirs were no longer applicable.

Even so, some ancient alchemical formulas still hold significant value for alchemists.

In ancient times, there were many high-level alchemists. A single pill formula left behind by them might greatly inspire alchemists of later generations.

"Fellow Daoist Qingyuan, please see..."

Jiang Zhenjun immediately took out several jade slips.

"I have received the Silvermoon Merchant Guild's kind gesture..."

You glanced at the ancient elixir formula, a sense of understanding dawning on your mind, and looked at True Monarch Jiang, saying...

"Haha, as long as Fellow Daoist Qingyuan is satisfied."

A smile also appeared on Jiang Zhenjun's face.

The Silver Moon Merchant Guild possesses extremely detailed intelligence, knowing the specifics of your attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

[Your progress in the Nascent Soul stage was smoother than that of a normal flawless Golden Core Nascent Soul seed. According to the Silver Moon Merchant Guild, you must have had a great stroke of luck, so you absolutely must not offend them.]

[That's why True Lord Jiang came personally, bringing a near-fourth-tier alchemy furnace, a mid-stage Core Formation female cultivator, and an ancient alchemy formula—all to resolve any potential misunderstandings between you and the Silver Moon Merchant Guild.]

After chatting with you for a while, Jiang Zhenjun returned to his seat.

At the same time, Jiang Zhenjun also made a series of predictions about you in his mind: "Qingyuan Zhenjun, comes from another major domain, possesses an extraordinary heritage, is not interested in women, and is particularly interested in alchemy techniques..."

Almost instantly, Jiang Zhenjun had devised numerous ways to win you over.

[You can start with alchemy techniques; I can offer some assistance to help you break through to the fourth-level alchemy grandmaster...]

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"True Lord Jin Yan of the Chiwu Sect has come to offer his congratulations and presents..."

The Crimson Crow Sect is also one of the five Nascent Soul level forces in the Boundless Domain. It is said that the Crimson Crow Sect's lineage originated from the Golden Crow lineage of ancient times.

"Golden Flame True Lord...."

——.」】

You rise again to greet the guest, with True Lord Beiheng following beside you.

[When it comes to those offering congratulations at the True Lord level, as the hosts, they must also show sufficient respect.]

"Fellow Daoist Beiheng seems to be in quite good condition..." After greeting you, True Monarch Jinyan looked at True Monarch Beiheng.

"At my age, what good condition do I have..." Beiheng Zhenjun replied with a smile, his words perfectly composed.

You sit in the main seat, your mind filled with thoughts of the congratulatory gift presented by the Chiwu Sect.

[Tier 4 Crimson Flame Crystal]

This crystal is suitable for crafting magical artifacts, giving them a foundation that is almost indestructible.

[You are a third-tier weapon refiner, so you should know how precious these materials are.]

Just then, another congratulatory shout rang out, plunging the entire hall into silence.

"The Thousand-Ring True Lord of the Boundless Palace has come to offer his congratulations..."

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Within the Boundless Realm, the Boundless Palace is the supreme ruler. The fact that the Boundless Palace personally sent a True Lord to congratulate you signifies their recognition of you.

"The Thousand Rings True Lord..."

[Information about this True Lord appears in your mind]

[True Monarch Qianhuan is a female True Monarch, at the peak of the initial stage of cultivation.]

[He is the most promising candidate to become a mid-stage True Monarch in the Boundless Realm.]

"Fellow Daoist Qingyuan, I've wanted to meet you for a long time..."

...”

[The Thousand Rings True Monarch wore a white and blue magic dress, her long hair flowing, her face cold and beautiful.]

[In the depths of her eyes, it seemed as if countless endless rings were reflected.]

"Fellow Daoist Qianhuan."

You immediately went to greet them in person.

For you, the Boundless Palace not only has a mid-stage True Monarch presiding over it, but also a fourth-tier Divination Master.

The latter has a greater deterrent effect.

The art of divination becomes increasingly difficult to comprehend at higher levels, especially the gap between the third and fourth levels, which is practically insurmountable.

Time passed quickly, and before they knew it, it was just before the main hall session was about to begin.

Just then

Another congratulatory greeting rang out.

"At Corpse-Raising Mountain, Yin Xiao Zhenjun has come to offer his congratulations..."

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The various factions on the field showed little surprise.

Of the five Nascent Soul level forces in the Boundless Domain, four have already arrived. It's perfectly normal for Corpse-Raising Mountain to come again.

[Even the Hall of No Return has sent a True Lord, let alone the Corpse-Raising Mountain?]

Only the Northern Heng True Lord's expression was slightly solemn. He knew that you had killed several True Immortals from the Corpse-Raising Mountain, including the Deputy Mountain Lord and a top-tier third-order Divination Master.

Given Yin Xiao Zhenjun's temperament, he will likely not let this go easily.

Even for a Nascent Soul level power, cultivating a top-tier third-order lower divination master is extremely difficult; at least, the Nine Li Valley hasn't had one in this generation.

"Hehehe, True Lord Qingyuan, I shouldn't be late, right?"

[The Dark Lord's skin was deathly pale, like a corpse, and his tone was sinister as he stared at you, speaking slowly and deliberately.]

"The arrival of Yin Xiao Zhenjun is certainly not late."

You should get up to greet them.

"That's good, that's good!"

[The Yin Xiao True Monarch grinned, and with a flick of his hand, a gray jar appeared in his palm. "I offer this jar of Myriadfold Corpse Water to congratulate the Qing Yuan True Monarch on his entry into the Nascent Soul stage..."]

Before he could finish speaking, Yin Xiao Zhenjun casually tossed a gray jar into the air, carrying an invisible spiritual pressure as it hurtled towards you.

【"careful!"】

[The Northern Heng True Lord, who had been on guard, immediately shouted in a low voice, his blood and qi surging, ready to make a move at any moment.]

"But just then, you silently reached out, as if overturning a sea and a mountain, and steadily caught the jar of myriad corpse water thrown by Yin Xiao Zhenjun," affixed a sealing talisman, put it away, and smiled, "Then thank you very much, Yin Xiao Zhenjun."

【"Um?"】

[The pupils of Yin Xiao Zhenjun suddenly contracted]