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Chapter 180: Promotion to Big Brother, Immortal Legend
Chapter 180: Promotion to Big Brother, Immortal Legend
In the Third Medicine Valley, Gu An looked up from his sowing, a flash of surprise crossing his eyes.
This Xuantian Yi is not simple!
His aura is almost on par with the Nirvana Realm! Knowing that Xuantian Yi has only reached the sixth layer of the Great Vehicle Realm, the difference in cultivation levels within this realm is already difficult to surpass. For Xuantian Yi to unleash an aura comparable to the Nirvana Realm is truly astonishing.
Gu An grew curious about Xuantian Yi's cultivation technique.
Xuantian Yi had already given him the technique earlier, but he hadn't bothered to take a look.
On the other side, at the Butian Platform, Xuantian Yi, who had already resorted to secret arts, was still unable to move the Interrupting Heaven Axe. Veins popped on his forehead as he gritted his teeth in concentration.
Everyone watching was stunned, including Xuanquan Laozu and Lu Lingjun.
The formidable aura exuded by Xuantian Yi, yet he was unable to budge the axe! Just how powerful was the cultivator known as Fudao Jianzun? The more they thought about it, the more shocked they became.
Lu Lingjun's reverence for the Tai Xuan Gate deepened. Having reached the Xuan Heart Realm, she had thought she could act arrogantly within the sect. But now, she realized how far she still had to go. She resolved to be more cautious in the future to avoid offending Fudao Jianzun.
After several breaths, Xuantian Yi's aura dissipated, and he slowly straightened his body, relaxing his right hand.
The world fell silent, and no one dared to disturb him.
Everyone could sense his pride and anger, and no one wanted to incur his wrath.
Xuantian Yi, who had previously proclaimed himself as the number one cultivator of the Tai Xuan Gate and even the world, was now unable to lift the axe of Fudao Jianzun. He must be feeling ashamed and frustrated.
Just as the tension among the onlookers reached its peak, Xuantian Yi suddenly laughed. His laughter grew louder, eventually turning into a boisterous guffaw as he looked up to the sky.
With his arms spread wide, he said, "I never expected that our Tai Xuan Gate would hide such a powerful cultivator. I have truly underestimated the world, and I am full of admiration!"
His cheerful acceptance of defeat also relieved everyone's anxiety.
Even if he was not as strong as Fudao Jianzun, he was still an existence that the Tai Xuan Gate admired and revered.
Xuanquan Laozu stepped forward and consoled him, "Xuantian, you represent the future of the Tai Xuan Gate, and I am glad that you can take this setback in stride."
The other elders also offered words of comfort.
Xuantian Yi turned around, his sleeves billowing as he waved them, and said with a smile, "Rest assured, I am not bothered by my own people. But one day, I will challenge Fudao Jianzun. Before that, we must first eliminate the Demon Tribulation!"
As soon as these words left his mouth, someone cheered, and more and more people voiced their agreement. Everyone admired Xuantian Yi's magnanimity, and he, with his head held high, exuded the demeanor of a proud son of heaven.
Time passed quickly.
That night, in the Third Medicine Valley, inside the pavilion.
Bang!
"Damn it, I've lost face completely!" Xuantian Yi slammed his hand on the table in anger, his other hand covering his face.
Gu An, sitting across from him, found the situation amusing. "Isn't it a good thing that there's someone stronger than you? At least you won't have to bear such immense pressure."
With his face still covered, Xuantian Yi said, "I know. I just regret being so hasty. I should have tried when there were fewer people around. No, actually, I could have just lifted it a little and then given up. But instead, I used a secret art and caused such a huge disturbance. I can't save face now!"
The more he spoke, the more depressed he became.
Gu An, on the other hand, was secretly delighted. He took out some spirit wine and poured a cup for Xuantian Yi, saying, "Then let's drown your sorrows in alcohol?"
"Drink! When I become an immortal, I will definitely reclaim my honor!" Xuantian Yi said glumly.
He looked at Gu An and said, "What I'm about to tell you must stay between us. I only confide in you."
Gu An assured him, "Don't worry, we are sworn brothers. Your face is my face. I will naturally cover for you."
Xuantian Yi sighed, "I wonder who Fudao Jianzun really is and where he's hiding. To be honest, I really want to meet him and get to know him."
Gu An teased, "If you get to know Fudao Jianzun, will you become sworn brothers with him too?"
"That's not impossible. It would give you another backer," Xuantian Yi said, amused by the thought.
"Then can you become sworn brothers with Fudao Jianzun and call him Big Brother?"
"Of course. I wouldn't dare to have someone so much older than me as my younger brother. Besides, his age must far surpass mine."
"Alright, from now on, Fudao Jianzun is Big Brother, you're the second brother, and I'm the third."
"Hahaha, deal! I like the sound of that!"
Xuantian Yi laughed so hard that his eyes narrowed, and he started clinking his cup with Gu An's.
Gu An was also delighted. He had finally been promoted from the little brother to the big brother.
Although Xuantian Yi was over five hundred years older than him, he still felt a little uncomfortable being the younger brother to someone of a lower realm. But now, he was the big brother.
Xuantian Yi's frustration soon dissipated, and he began to exaggerate the weight of the Interrupting Heaven Axe.
"You have no idea, little brother. I really gave it my all, but that axe felt as heavy as if the Heavenly Dao itself was embodied in it..."
The more exaggerated Xuantian Yi's description became, the more Gu An enjoyed it, feeling no disturbance at all. In fact, he hoped Xuantian Yi would continue.
It wasn't until the next morning that Xuantian Yi finally left. He had to head to the front line to join the battle and couldn't linger at the Tai Xuan Gate any longer.
Gu An strolled downstairs and stretched lazily. The sunlight bathed him, and he felt refreshed.
The sense of accomplishment from slaying the demon cultivators couldn't compare to the pleasure he felt when Xuantian Yi boasted about him.
He could listen to Xuantian Yi's bragging for three days and three nights without getting tired of it.
In a cheerful mood, Gu An began wandering around the Medicine Valley, occasionally offering guidance to his disciples. The disciples could sense that their master was in a good mood.
An Xin approached him and said, "Master, I've been practicing my sword techniques lately. Would you like to spar with me and give me some pointers?"
"She wasn't looking for trouble, but sincerely seeking guidance. After all, Gu An was a genius on the golden roster, even if he was the last one.
Gu An readily agreed and led her to an empty space beside them, where they began sparring in sword techniques.
The sun continued to rise, as if hope was ascending with it.
Days passed.
After the demon cultivator's sudden death, no other demons dared to infiltrate the Tai Xuan Gate. Meanwhile, Di Xie returned to the Butian Platform, indicating that he had gained the recognition of the sect.
As the year drew to a close, a piece of news shocked the world.
"Fudao Jianzun is an immortal!"
This revelation came directly from Xuan Tianyi's mouth. According to their investigations, the demon that was smashed to death by Fudao Jianzun's axe was a powerful existence beyond the Great Vehicle Realm, a demon master from the Demon Land.
This news stunned everyone, and their initial shock soon turned into ecstatic joy.
The morale of the Three Dynasties' cultivators soared, and even the cultivators who were exterminating demons and eliminating evil in various places became more spirited.
With an immortal backing them, the human race would surely be able to survive this calamity.
Upon hearing this news, Gu An, who was still in the Tai Xuan Gate, did not feel happy. Instead, he felt that their troubles had just begun.
Now, the Demon Emperor, the Demon Ancestor, and the Seven Star Spirit Realm would surely turn their attention to Fudao Jianzun.
Fortunately, no one knew that Fudao Jianzun was him.
As the winter snow began to melt, Gu An arrived at the Third Medicine Valley and turned to look at his tower.
Standing below the tower was a familiar figure—Ji Xiaoyu!
Ji Xiaoyu gazed at the park in front of her, her exquisite features and ethereal aura attracting the attention of many disciples. Even dressed in black, she exuded the aura of a celestial being.
Gu An approached her and asked, "Miss Ji, it's been a long time. What brings you here?"
Ji Xiaoyu retracted her gaze and turned to face Gu An, examining him carefully before speaking, "You've reached the seventh layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm, and your cultivation speed is quite impressive. You might even have a chance at forming a pill."
Gu An smiled and replied, "With such a vast medicine valley at my disposal, even a pig could form a pill. My cultivation speed is actually quite slow."
Ji Xiaoyu neither agreed nor disagreed. Instead, she said, "The Ji family has completely withdrawn from the Tai Xuan Gate. Don't you regret it?"
"Regret what? Haven't you heard? Fudao Jianzun is an immortal. With him, the Tai Xuan Gate will surely weather this calamity," Gu An shook his head, his face filled with admiration.
He wasn't boasting; he was simply aligning himself with the current mindset of the Tai Xuan Gate disciples.
At that moment, all the disciples of the Tai Xuan Gate took great pride in Fudao Jianzun, and his name would come up in their conversations at least three times.
A smile appeared on Ji Xiaoyu's face as she said, "Fudao Jianzun is indeed formidable, and I also hold him in high regard."
"By the way, Miss Ji, what brings you here this time?" Gu An asked.
"Didn't you ask me to investigate the Seven Star Spirit Realm?"
"Why are you back so soon?"
Ji Xiaoyu replied, "I have returned to meet Fudao Jianzun."
Gu An widened his eyes and asked, "Have you met him?"
Ji Xiaoyu nodded and said, "He saved my life once. He is my lifesaver."
Before Gu An could ask further questions, she continued, "I want to go to the Butian Platform. Will you accompany me?"
Gu An readily agreed, and Ji Xiaoyu waved her sleeve, using her spiritual power to fly with Gu An.
Lu Lingjun, standing under the Xuan Qing tree, raised her eyes and furrowed her brows.
"Primordial Dao Seal..."
Lu Lingjun seemed to recall something, her thoughts drifting into recollection.
Soon enough, Gu An and Ji Xiaoyu arrived at the outer city of the sect. They flew directly to the Butian Platform, where a crowd had gathered around the Interrupting Heaven Axe. Left Sword was among them, standing guard by the axe, his voice stern as he warned, "Each person can only attempt to lift the axe once. Do not offend the Sword Sovereign, or you will be punished according to the sect's rules!"
He waved the sword in his hand, and the crowd dispersed.
His sword had once been imbued with Fudao Jianzun's sword intent, which had caused his name to spread far and wide. The Tai Xuan Gate also believed that he was favored by Fudao Jianzun, especially since the Sword Sovereign had saved him. Thus, they had assigned him to guard the Interrupting Heaven Axe, and he had accepted the task, considering it an honor.
Even his son, Left Lin, would be sternly reprimanded if he came too close.
Only after the crowd dispersed did Left Sword take out the Investiture of the Gods.
Gu An and Ji Xiaoyu approached the Interrupting Heaven Axe, and Left Sword glanced at them, saying, "Nephew Gu, you can only attempt to lift it once."
His tone was indifferent, but Gu An wasn't offended; instead, he found it amusing.
This guy was too interesting.
Ji Xiaoyu didn't immediately reach for the axe. Instead, she said, "The Interrupting Heaven Axe was forged by the Primordial Heaven Ancestor. The reason he forged this axe was to better utilize a set of axe techniques known as the Heaven Rending God Axe. Once one achieves mastery over the Heaven Rending God Axe, they can split the heavens. It is one of the nine great legacies of the Holy Land. Perhaps, by mentioning the Interrupting Heaven Axe, one can obtain the legacy of the Heaven Rending God Axe."
Upon hearing this, Left Lin couldn't help but look at her.
Of course, Left Lin recognized her. He had attended the grand banquet hosted by the Ji family, but with the family's withdrawal from the Tai Xuan Gate, he now looked down on them. That was why he hadn't greeted her earlier.
Gu An hadn't expected Ji Xiaoyu to guess his plan.
What's the point of guessing if you're just going to blurt it out?
Are you afraid there might be spies from the Seven Star Spirit Realm around?
Ji Xiaoyu raised her hand and gripped the handle of the Interrupting Heaven Axe.
Just then, Gu An suddenly sensed a mysterious power stirring within her.
Primordial Dao Seal!
This guy...
Was he trying to cheat?
Third watch!
(End of Chapter)
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