"The power of immortality originates from the dragon, and naturally should return to the dragon."

Yixin was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter.

Hahahaha!!!

Only after Yixin had finished laughing did the noise subside.

"Kid, do you know how crazy what you just said was?" Yixin said, "Nobody knows where the road to the Immortal Realm is, and even if they did, how to get there is another question. Can you really get to the Immortal Realm in seven days?"

“I have my own way,” Lu Ye said.

Staring into Lu Ye's eyes and realizing he was serious, Yi Xin tossed a small booklet from his pocket.

“This is…” Lu Ye’s eyes widened slightly.

"This is the Ashina style that I created," Isshin said. "The owl's swordsmanship is not suitable for you. He is ultimately a ninja who weakens his enemies with various hidden weapons and then annihilates them with fierce sword strikes. He is not suitable for prolonged battles."

"You will use it on your way to the land of immortals."

"Why?" Lu Ye asked.

"Immortality is not a blessing for Ashina, but a source of disaster," Isshin said slowly. "Just like the girl beside you, her immortality ultimately comes at the cost of others' lives."

Lu Ye carefully put the booklet away.

"It's getting late, you should go back too. I had some things I wanted to ask you after I tested your sword, but it seems I don't need to now." Isshin paused for a moment. "But please remember, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. If you want to go to the Immortal Realm, you must first get out of Ashina Castle."

"...Leave Ashina Castle?"

“Some people don’t want to sever the power of immortality, but want to rely on it to save this country… My grandson Genichiro, whose mind has been bewitched by the Water of Immortality… Ah, since you have made up your mind to sever immortality, it just so happens to be my wish.”

“Genichiro…” Lu Ye looked out the window at the rooftops.

He knew that the Eagle Clan was on the rooftop.

Some of them were loyal to Isshin, while others obeyed Genichiro.

We must proceed with caution...

……

Ashina Castle, Castle Keep, Samurai Waiting Room.

Inside the pavilion, a group of armored warriors sat in a circle.

"Genichiro, Miko is back. What are you going to do?" Kigaebe asked.

"Daoshun is dead, and the research on the water of transformation has failed... There is only one method left for me."

The man named Genichiro slowly tightened his grip on the sword at his waist.

Chapter 131 The Way to the Immortal Realm

Lu Ye returned to the prince's residence.

"Your Excellency, you're back." Yongzhen nodded slightly.

"Hmm, is there anything you want to discuss with me?"

“It’s about the Dragon’s Blood…” Yongzhen said. “Every time a life is lost, the child’s symptoms will worsen, and the spread of Dragon’s Cough will become more rapid. No matter what Lord Isshin has told you, please proceed with caution.”

"……I see."

Yongzhen's words were already very straightforward.

Violet has only seven days left to live.

If Lu Ye dies within these seven days, it will further shorten the little time she has left.

Lu Ye's heart grew heavier.

Seven days...

I only have seven days left.

The store only has one more refresh opportunity left, which is tomorrow.

Moreover, we can't use the same methods we used to deal with Xiao; we must improve our strength as soon as possible.

Lu Ye unconsciously clenched the booklet in his arms.

"How is she?" Lu Ye asked Yongzhen.

"She's still resting; it's best to let her rest quietly."

"I understand. Can I stay here and watch over her tonight?"

"It's alright... but please accept this."

As she spoke, Yongzhen handed over a rather old book, the binding straps of which had come loose.

"I found this while tidying up the bookstore. Although it's not a cure for dragon's cough, if there's a way to get to the source..."

Yongzhen didn't continue.

Lu Ye looked at the ancient book and felt a surge of emotion.

"Thank you for going to such lengths. Why are you helping me like this?"

"There's no other reason, it's just out of a doctor's duty..."

At this point, Yongzhen sighed softly, her expression softening further.

"Perhaps... I also want to smooth out the wrinkles between your brows."

She gave a slight bow and then left the room.

Lu Ye shifted her gaze from her back.

Judging from her appearance, Yongzhen should be a few years older than me...

Why is it that older people of the opposite sex always seem to have unusually strong feelings for me?

Lu Ye pushed open the partition door and quietly watched over the sleeping girl.

"Don't worry... I will definitely cure you."

So, how can we save Violet?

There are two methods.

First, he asked Yongzhen to research a way to cure dragon cough.

In the game, Lu Ye remembers that the method to cure dragon cough was researched by Yongzhen based on his master Daoxuan's notes.

However, that would be three years from now, so it will not be considered.

Second, it is to sever the source of immortality. That is, to kill the Sakura Dragon!!

In fact, the idea had already come to Lu Ye's mind the moment he learned that Violet was suffering from dragon cough.

"Immortality" is actually a disease.

To cure a disease, one must eradicate its root cause.

And this root is the Sakura Dragon.

Sakura Dragon is located in the Immortal Realm.

The ancient book that Yongzhen gave him contained the method to sever the dragon's blood and travel to the immortal realm.

Although Lu Ye, who had regained his memories, already knew these things, he still opened the ancient book as a precaution.

To reach the fairy land where Sakura Dragon resides, one must obtain the "Fragrance of Origin".

The method for making the Source Fragrance requires three ingredients.

The first is "fragrant water lily".

The second is the "Stone of Settlement".

Thirdly, it is "the blood of the dragon's offspring".

By lighting these three key items as if in an incense burner, one can absorb the essence of the source and travel to the immortal realm.

"Fragrant Water Lily" is in Bodhisattva Valley.

The "Stone of Settlement" is located in Shuisheng Village.

"Dragon's Blood" requires the Mortal Blade.

Lu Ye took a deep breath and took out the booklet that Yi Xin had given him.

It records the various techniques of the Ashina style.

Time is running out; I need to start learning now.

Lu Ye focused intently on the moves, his body moving accordingly, until dawn broke. With the help of the [Swordsmanship Manual], Lu Ye memorized all the Ashina style moves.

He opened the panel, and one side of the skill bar had changed.

[Advanced Swordsmanship - Ashina Style: LV1]

After mastering the basics, the next step is to put it to use in battle.

Ultimately, to truly master swordsmanship, one must rely on practice.

As dawn broke, the entire town of Ashina was enveloped in the morning light.

After leaving a note on Violet's pillow, Lu Ye headed down from the pavilion.

Inside the main hall, he encountered Jiulang and the wolf.

As the prince, he naturally had to accept a welcoming feast from his retainers after returning from the Hirata residence.

“Stranger, you look terrible… Is that lady alright?” Jiulang asked with concern.

"...She contracted dragon's cough."

“What…” Jiulang was slightly stunned.

He knew what Dragoncough was, after all, the Dragoncough outbreak in Ashina a few years ago had caused the deaths of many people.

"Is it my fault?" Jiulang's expression was somewhat sad. "If it weren't for Long Yin..."

“No, it’s because I’m not strong enough.” Lu Ye’s expression darkened, but he quickly regained his composure. “If I hadn’t died so many times, she wouldn’t have gotten that disease.”

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