Chapter 221: Comprehending the Ancient Heaven Saber

Chapter 221: Comprehending the Ancient Heaven Saber

"Divine Transformation Beast Core!"

"If a top Grandmaster consumes it during their breakthrough to the Divine Transformation realm, it will significantly increase their chances of success!"

Gu Qingfeng held the Beast Core, and a wealth of information flooded his mind.

Muru Xiu had left behind a vast amount of information, primarily to ensure that when the Divine Martial Sect members eventually broke the seal on the jade slip and inherited his legacy, they wouldn't make any basic mistakes when they left the Nine Provinces and ventured into other parts of the Ancient World.

One such piece of information was about Beast Cores.

Beasts in the Divine Transformation realm can condense their essence into a Beast Core.

However, consuming a Beast Core directly is a double-edged sword. There's a chance that one can forcibly assimilate the core's power, greatly enhancing their strength. But there's also a risk of the core's power backfiring, causing harm to the user.

In severe cases, the user might even be corrupted by the beast's will, becoming more bloodthirsty and violent. After all, a Beast Core is a concentration of a beast's primal and savage power.

On the other hand, if one can refine the Beast Core into a medicinal pill, it would be the best option.

However, not just anyone can accomplish this.

Additionally, the flesh of beasts is also highly beneficial to cultivators. However, given the size of these beasts, Gu Qingfeng found it cumbersome to carry them around, so he simply killed them.

"From the appearance of that purple-robed cultivator, they must be the so-called mysterious powerhouse."

"According to the memories of the Divine Transformation beast, this person's strength is at least at the peak of the Divine Transformation realm, and they might even have reached the Dao Palace realm."

"Otherwise, their mere aura wouldn't have been enough to intimidate a Divine Transformation beast into inaction."

The Divine Transformation beast that Gu Qingfeng casually killed was around the third level of the Divine Transformation realm. The fact that it was subdued by the aura alone indicated the mysterious person's formidable strength.

However, Gu Xuan didn't seem to be coerced, and the information panel indicated that he had been taken as a disciple.

In that case, this could be a fortunate turn of events for Gu Xuan.

"Very well."

"A cultivator suspected to be at the ninth level of the Divine Transformation realm likely has a significant backing. It might not be a bad thing for Xuan to be taken as a disciple."

Gu Qingfeng glanced at the information panel, feeling relieved.

...

"Your offspring, Gu Xuan, has received guidance from a ninth-level Divine Transformation realm powerhouse, and his strength has improved!"

"Your offspring, Gu Xuan, has received guidance from a ninth-level Divine Transformation realm powerhouse, and his strength has improved!"

"Your offspring, Gu Xuan, has received guidance from a ninth-level Divine Transformation realm powerhouse, enhancing his comprehension of the Heaven Saber technique!"

"Your offspring, Gu Xuan, has been purified by rare herbs, strengthening his foundation!"

"Your offspring..."

...

The mysterious powerhouse in the information panel had now been directly identified as a ninth-level Divine Transformation realm cultivator. This confirmed Gu Qingfeng's suspicions.

It seemed that the more Gu Qingfeng's own strength grew, the more the information panel optimized itself.

Seeing the words "ninth-level Divine Transformation realm" confirmed his thoughts. Even in the Ancient World, reaching the Divine Transformation realm was a mark of great strength, and the ninth level was among the strongest of the strong.

Don't be misled by the fact that Muru Xiu, a ninth-level Divine Transformation realm cultivator, was pursued and forced to seek refuge in the Nine Provinces. This was entirely due to the Sage Legacy he possessed, which attracted the attention of many ancient forces.

Otherwise, with his ninth-level Divine Transformation realm strength, Muru Xiu wouldn't have been in such a dire situation. More importantly, he achieved this level at a relatively young age. If he hadn't been critically injured and killed, he would have undoubtedly broken through to the Dao Palace realm in the future.

With his strength, the Sun Yang Holy Land might have even restored its former glory.

But there are no "ifs" in the world. If one's strength is insufficient, opportunities often turn into disasters.

Afterward, Gu Qingfeng glanced toward the depths of the Ancient Beast Mountain Range, where the purple-robed cultivator had taken Gu Xuan. It had been several days, and even if he pursued them, it would be difficult to find them.

Moreover, the Ancient Beast Mountain Range was far from simple. During his earlier sweep with his divine sense, he had detected numerous powerful auras.

At his current level, facing such beings would be a significant challenge.

Therefore, Gu Qingfeng left without hesitation.

However, before leaving, he searched the area and collected various rare herbs and treasures that were scarce in the Nine Provinces. These items, while not useful to him, could be valuable to others.

Then, he encountered two more Divine Transformation beasts. One was at the fifth level, and the other was at the ninth level, just one step away from the Dao Palace realm.

This encounter only made Gu Qingfeng more wary of the Ancient Beast Mountain Range.

So, he departed.

Gu Qingfeng didn’t want to waste any more time in the Ancient Beast Mountains. He directly unleashed the formidable power of a True Dao Palace Realm, slapping the ninth-rank Divine Transformation Realm beast to death with a single palm.

When Gu Qingfeng left the Ancient Beast Mountains, he had acquired a batch of heavenly materials and treasures, as well as three beast cores.

A third-rank Divine Transformation Realm core!

A fifth-rank Divine Transformation Realm core!

And finally, a ninth-rank Divine Transformation Realm core!

—

Boom!

The blade light was piercing, the powerful blade intent seemingly capable of slicing through the void, slaying a beast that had already reached the first stage of the Viscera Refinement Realm.

After slaying the beast, Gu Xuan’s chest heaved slightly, clearly indicating the significant toll it had taken.

Beside him, the purple-robed cultivator nodded in satisfaction.

"Not bad. At such a young age, you’ve already grasped a fourth-rank blade intent, and with your initial Bone Washing Realm cultivation, you can slay a first-stage Viscera Refinement Realm beast. It seems I haven’t misjudged you!"

Fu He grew increasingly pleased with Gu Xuan.

He hadn’t expected to encounter such a prodigy during his trip to the Ancient Beast Mountains.

With Fu He’s discerning eye, he could tell that Gu Xuan was no more than seventeen or eighteen years old, yet his cultivation had already reached the Bone Washing Realm.

In the Great Void Holy Land, cultivators who could break through to the Bone Washing Realm at such a young age were considered geniuses.

Moreover, during their conversations, Fu He discovered that Gu Xuan hailed from the other side of the Ancient Beast Mountains.

According to the records of the Great Void Holy Land, that was a barren place called the Nine Provinces, where the spiritual energy was far inferior to that of the Eastern Region.

Thus, a genius from such a place would inherently be of higher quality.

Furthermore, when Fu He learned that Gu Xuan had already grasped a third-rank true intent at such a young age, he felt as if he had found a treasure.

After all, while cultivation realms could be forcibly elevated through heavenly materials and treasures, grasping true intents usually relied on one’s own insight and aptitude. The fact that Gu Xuan could grasp a third-rank true intent at his age demonstrated his exceptional talent.

As it turned out, Fu He’s conjecture was correct. Under his subsequent guidance, Gu Xuan quickly grasped a fourth-rank true intent.

This performance further delighted Fu He.

To bring such a genius back to the Great Void Holy Land would be enough to make this trip worthwhile, even if there were no other gains.

"Master!"

After slaying the beast, Gu Xuan approached Fu He, curious about this mysterious master who had saved him from a pursuit.

Following Fu He, Gu Xuan had witnessed his formidable strength, capable of subduing even beasts comparable to Grandmasters or even Great Grandmasters with a mere snap of his fingers.

Even more terrifying beasts, far beyond the Great Grandmaster level, were slain by him.

With such power, Gu Xuan saw a shadow of Gu Qingfeng in Fu He.

That’s why he had readily agreed when Fu He proposed taking him as a disciple.

After all, the Ancient Beast Mountains were fraught with danger, and relying on himself alone might not guarantee his survival. By becoming Fu He’s disciple, he would have a better chance of safety.

"Your blade technique is quite impressive; you’ve already glimpsed the subtleties of the Divine Transformation Realm. When did you learn it?"

Fu He asked.

Gu Xuan hesitated, unsure of how to respond.

Seeing this, Fu He chuckled, "You don’t need to worry so much. The Great Void Holy Land is an ancient force in the Eastern Region. Not to mention techniques involving the subtleties of the Divine Transformation Realm, even cultivation methods for the Dao Palace Realm are not scarce in our holy land."

This reassured Gu Xuan.

He then said, "This blade technique was created by my father."

"Your father created it!"

Fu He was taken aback.

"I didn’t expect that a place as barren as the Nine Provinces would have such a strong figure. To create a Divine Transformation Realm martial technique, your father must be quite powerful."

At that moment, two terrifying auras erupted.

Shortly after, two formidable figures flew through the air and vanished from their sight in an instant.

"Master, what kind of existence are they…?"

Gu Xuan’s face was filled with shock. In those auras, he felt an overwhelming sense of despair, as if a single glance from such beings could slay him on the spot.

"Dao Palace Realm!"

Fu He’s expression became grave as he answered Gu Xuan’s question with two words.

Dao Palace Realm!

This was the second time Gu Xuan had heard of this realm from Fu He.

Seeming to sense Gu Xuan’s confusion, Fu He explained, "In the Primordial World, with the sages withdrawn, the Dao Palace Realm is the pinnacle of strength. Any Dao Palace Realm expert can dominate a region.

Even in the Great Void Holy Land, the number of true Dao Palace Realm experts can be counted on one hand."

As he spoke, Fu He’s face showed reverence, longing, and pride.

The Dao Palace Realm was immensely powerful.

But the Great Void Holy Land had more than one Dao Palace Realm expert.

Fu He had always aimed to break through to the Dao Palace Realm, but it was no easy feat for an ordinary person.

Even though he had reached the ninth-rank Divine Transformation Realm, just one step away from the Dao Palace Realm, that step required a stroke of luck to take.

In the Sacred Ground of the Void, many Ninth Rank Divine Transformation Realm cultivators spent their entire lives until their lifespans were exhausted, yet they never managed to break through the shackles of the Divine Transformation Realm and enter the Dao Palace Realm.

"So many powerful cultivators entering the Ancient Beast Mountain Range. It seems the rumors are true, and that great opportunity might really be in the Nine Provinces!"

Fu He muttered to himself.

Upon hearing his words, Gu Xuan's expression changed once again.

"What does the opportunity Master mentioned have to do with the Nine Provinces?"

As soon as he said this, he instinctively felt a sense of foreboding.

Fu He glanced at Gu Xuan and didn't hide anything. "According to rumors, over ten thousand years ago, the Divine Yang Sacred Land in the Eastern Region once obtained the inheritance of a Sage. This later drew the attacks of various forces.

"In the end, the Divine Yang Sacred Land was destroyed, but one of its true disciples managed to survive. He carried the Divine Yang Sacred Land's inheritance and the Sage's inheritance, disappearing without a trace."

"Since then, various forces have been searching for his whereabouts."

"Until a few years ago, there was news that he might be hiding in the Nine Provinces. As a result, many powerful cultivators have entered the Ancient Beast Mountain Range, hoping to find the location of the Nine Provinces."

"Unfortunately, the Ancient Beast Mountain Range is vast, and there are many fierce beasts. For years, no one has truly been able to cross the entire range and find the Nine Provinces."

Fu He didn't ask Gu Xuan about the location of the Nine Provinces, as the Ancient Beast Mountain Range is notorious for disorienting directions. Even if Gu Xuan came from the Nine Provinces, he wouldn't be able to find his way back now.

Meanwhile, Gu Xuan's heart sank upon hearing Fu He's words.

He didn't know anything about the Sage's inheritance or the Divine Yang Sacred Land, but there was one thing he understood clearly.

If these powerful cultivators from the Eastern Region were to step into the Nine Provinces, it would certainly cause significant trouble.

The law of the jungle.

How could Gu Xuan not understand this?

Even though he had always stayed in the Gu Family Village, he was well aware of these things.

If the Nine Provinces had the power to intimidate all sides, it would be fine. But if not, they would be like a soft persimmon, easily manipulated.

Unfortunately, Gu Yang had already established the Divine Martial Dynasty.

Now, the Nine Provinces were led by the Divine Martial Dynasty.

If the Eastern Region's powerful cultivators were to enter the Nine Provinces, whether they were targeting the Gu Family or not, the Divine Martial Dynasty would be the first to face the brunt of the attack.

After hearing Fu He's words and considering his knowledge of the Eastern Region, Gu Xuan realized that even his own father was likely only a Ninth Rank Divine Transformation Realm cultivator.

Given Gu Qingfeng's strength, the outcome of facing these Eastern Region cultivators was predictable.

"Please, Master, save my family!"

Gu Xuan immediately bowed to Fu He, his expression sincere.

Fu He frowned slightly, then relaxed and smiled faintly. "You can rest assured. Even if the Eastern Region's powerful cultivators enter the Nine Provinces, they won't necessarily go on a rampage."

However, Gu Xuan remained bowed.

Seeing this, Fu He's expression turned serious. "Very well. Since you are a disciple of the Sacred Ground of the Void, I will not sit by and let your family suffer a disaster.

"Our Sacred Ground of the Void has some reputation in the Eastern Region. I believe they will give me some face.

"But the urgent matter is to find the location of the Nine Provinces first."

Fu He had no particular desire for the Sage's inheritance. It wasn't that he wasn't tempted, but he understood his own strength. Even if he obtained the Sage's inheritance, he would struggle to protect it.

The Sacred Ground of the Void's reputation, though respected, would hardly be enough to deter other forces when it came to the Sage's inheritance.

Unless...

He could bring the inheritance back to the Sacred Ground of the Void alive.

But in Fu He's view, this was a distant hope.

This time, due to the Sage's inheritance, even Dao Palace Realm cultivators have been stirred. For a mere Ninth Rank Divine Transformation Realm cultivator like himself, carrying the Sage's inheritance out from under the noses of so many powerful cultivators was a pipe dream.

More importantly, the target was not just the Sage's inheritance but also the Divine Yang Sacred Land's own inheritance.

After all, although the Divine Yang Sacred Land was destroyed, it was undeniable that it was once a formidable force. The inheritance of such a power would naturally be extraordinary.

Originally, Fu He intended to get involved in this matter.

But now that Gu Xuan had spoken, he could only agree.

---

Guangyang Prefecture.

Gu Family Village.

In the Hall of Sharpening Blades.

Gu Qingfeng was currently in seclusion, delving into the mysteries of the Ancient Heavenly Saber.

A terrifying aura emanated from his body, and a powerful blood qi spread out, as if manifesting the myriad phenomena of the world. A mighty figure seemed to reverse the flow of time, and an ancient, primitive saber intent flickered faintly.

Various auras intertwined, covering the entire Hall of Sharpening Blades.

The Evil-Slaying Saber and other divine weapons trembled lightly, both instinctively fearing this saber intent and experiencing an indescribable joy.

On the other side, a small black pennant was trembling violently. The residual malevolent spirit within it was terrified, as if it had encountered something truly fearsome.

In the presence of such a saber intent, the malevolent spirit of the Ten Thousand Souls Pennant lost its usual ferocity, as if a divine saber loomed over it, ready to strike at any moment.

However, Gu Qingfeng had long ceased to pay attention to the outside world.

His entire being was focused on the Ancient Heavenly Saber.

The Sage's inheritance that Murong Xiu obtained from the secret realm could only be described as profound and unfathomable. The moment Gu Qingfeng's divine sense entered it, a terrifying and ancient saber intent emerged.

In his eyes, it was as if time had reversed, taking him back to the ancient and wild era where invincible sages wielded divine blades to battle the heavens and earth, severing the ancient firmament.

Even just the mere shadow of such a scene was enough to make one’s heart race.

If not for Gu Qingfeng’s current state of having opened the Dao Palace and condensed his primordial spirit, he wouldn’t even have the qualifications to truly face and comprehend such profound truths.

As he delved into the understanding of the Primal Heaven Blade.

An ancient aura also emanated from Gu Qingfeng’s physical body.

This power.

Clearly originated from the Primordial Immortal Body.

Even though the aura of the Primal Heaven Blade was extremely ancient, it was still far inferior to the existence of the Primordial Immortal Body.

With the Primordial Immortal Body’s bloodline strength surfacing, the previously abstruse and difficult-to-understand divine essence became much simpler.

In an instant.

Numerous insights flooded Gu Qingfeng’s mind.

---

Comprehension!

Full comprehension!

Gu Qingfeng hadn’t expected.

That the Primordial Immortal Body he had obtained would bring such miraculous benefits.

Even when comprehending the ultimate techniques of the sages, the Primordial Immortal Body would offer assistance.

The previously abstruse and difficult-to-master Primal Heaven Blade had now become much easier to comprehend.

Given this change, Gu Qingfeng naturally seized the opportunity to grasp as much of the Primal Heaven Blade’s profound mysteries as possible.

Sage’s ultimate technique!

Even mastering a fraction of its mysteries could greatly increase one’s strength.

After receiving the information left by Murong Xiu, Gu Qingfeng understood that there were even greater heights beyond the known world, and the Primal Ancient Realm was filled with powerful beings. Reaching the Dao Palace Realm didn’t necessarily mean one could act without restraint.

There was also one more thing.

The issue with the Divine Sun Sacred Land remained a hidden danger.

The sage’s legacy was tempting.

Despite Murong Xiu having passed away for ten thousand years and the sage’s legacy falling into his hands, Gu Qingfeng saw it as a time bomb.

Who could guarantee that the force which caused the Divine Sun Sacred Land’s downfall and forced Murong Xiu to flee to the Nine Provinces wouldn’t discover his hiding place?

Even though the probability was small, it couldn’t be completely ignored.

Therefore.

Gu Qingfeng had to do everything in his power to enhance his strength.

Nine Levels of the Dao Palace!

Nine Levels of the Sage!

This showed just how deep the waters of the Primal Ancient Realm were.

...

“Your Majesty, we have received reports from the Heavenly Bear Pass that ferocious beasts have emerged from the Ancient Beast Mountains, causing chaos and many civilian casualties!”

A minister spoke solemnly in the court.

Upon hearing this, Gu Yang’s expression turned cold. “Shizhen!”

“I am here, Your Majesty!”

“I order you to lead the Heavenly Gang Army to the Heavenly Bear Pass and suppress the ferocious beasts!”

“I obey, Your Majesty!”

Shizhen accepted the order with a serious expression.

The Ancient Beast Mountains being home to ferocious beasts was a well-known fact, but Shizhen was not afraid.

After all, he was no longer the same as before.

Now, his cultivation had reached the peak of the Grandmaster Realm.

Moreover, the Heavenly Gang Army under his command had also made various breakthroughs in strength, and the Heavenly Gang Divine Array had also improved.

With this, even if a so-called Divine Realm expert were to face him, Shizhen would have the confidence to engage in battle.

Seeing Shizhen accept the order and leave, Gu Yang looked at the other ministers and said, “Recently, there have been frequent reports of ferocious beasts causing chaos in the Nine Provinces. There may be some changes in the Ancient Beast Mountains.

I order that every effort be made to investigate the movements in the Ancient Beast Mountains and determine the reason for the beasts’ unrest.

Whoever can uncover this information will be heavily rewarded by me.”

“Anyone who can clarify this matter will be rewarded with ten thousand taels of silver and a Grandmaster-level martial technique!”

Upon hearing this, everyone in the court was shaken.

Ten thousand taels of silver!

They might not care too much about it.

But a Grandmaster-level martial technique was a different story.

At this level of martial arts, even in the court, it was enough to make the vast majority of people extremely tempted.

In the world where martial arts were gradually becoming prevalent, one needed to have a certain level of cultivation to serve in the court.

Similarly.

This was also Gu Yang’s standard for selecting officials.

Strength!

Cultivation!

Both were essential.

After all, in the current world, ordinary commoners, even if they had talent and ability, found it difficult to truly protect themselves. After all, it was extremely easy to eliminate a commoner.

Seeing the expressions of those below, Gu Yang paused and continued.

“Previously, the chaos and calamities caused by evil forces were due to the previous dynasty’s inaction and the weakness of the people.

Therefore, I plan to emulate the Martial Ancestor from ten thousand years ago and establish academies across the Nine Provinces to spread martial arts. Any citizen of the Divine Martial Dynasty, aged between six and eighteen, can join the academies to receive martial arts training!”

“I only hope that everyone in the world can be like dragons!”

Upon hearing this, everyone was deeply moved.

Then.

Gu Yang looked at a middle-aged scholar and said, “Yan Yun, I will entrust this matter to you at the National College. You can also serve as the Dean of the Divine Martial Academy. I want to see the Divine Martial Academy established in various regions of the Nine Provinces within a year!”

“I humbly accept Your Majesty’s command!”

Yan Yun said solemnly.

(End of Chapter)

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