Steadily Becoming A Saint, The Immortal Officials Hired Me To Tend The Horses
/ Steadily becoming a saint, the immortal officials hired me to tend the horses Chapter 121
Chapter 121: Chapter 121: The Battle of the World's Number One
An Hao's Taicang Divine-Shocking Sword Intent shook the entire Supreme Sect, causing countless disciples to discuss it fervently. The sword intent lingered for several hours before it dissipated.
In the following days, various rumors emerged. The only certainty was that the pressure came from a sword intent, which led to an increasing number of Sword Cultivators gathering at the Heavenly Repair Platform.
Gu An's days had been quite peaceful. He moved between the three Medicine Valleys, occasionally visiting the Mystic Heaven Cave Mansion at night, and spent the rest of the time enjoying life.
In the blink of an eye, half a year had passed.
Gu An turned sixty-two years old.
The news of Sword Venerable Fudao's eradication of the Ephemera Sect demons had just truly spread throughout the Immortal Cultivation World. Gu An often heard people in the Outer Sect talking about it, and Sword Venerable Fudao had already earned the reputation of being the foremost Sword Cultivator of the Taicang Dynasty.
Some even thought he was the best in the world!
That day at noon, Gu An stood at the edge of the Heavenly Repair Platform, looking at the hundred-foot-tall stone statue ahead, feeling pleased.
This hundred-foot-tall stone statue was the Divine Statue of Sword Venerable Fudao, crafted in the posture of Gu An performing his Nine Extremes Yin Yang Body. The demonic qi around him was sculpted into an aura. The statue had one hand pointing diagonally and the other holding a sword, exuding an imposing air.
At this moment, it wasn't just Gu An who was observing the Divine Statue of the Sword Venerable. There were also over a dozen others gazing up, each discussing among themselves.
Listening to their words of admiration for Sword Venerable Fudao, Gu An felt even more delighted.
Fame across the world, who wouldn't want that?
Gu An wanted it too, but he feared others discovering his life-stealing ability, so he kept a low profile. However, being able to make a name for himself under another identity still satisfied his vanity.
“Sword Venerable Fudao may indeed be the foremost Sword Cultivator of the Taicang Dynasty, but he is not necessarily the best in the world!”
A voice drew Gu An's attention, as well as the gaze of many disciples around.
The speaker was a man in blue attire, holding a folding fan. With an elegant demeanor and a handsome, calm face, it was as if the outrageous words just now hadn't come from his mouth.
A burly Inner Sect disciple looked at the man in blue and said in a deep voice, “Oh? Then pray tell, who is the best Sword Cultivator in the world?”
By now, Sword Venerable Fudao was the pride of all Supreme Sect disciples, and they wouldn't tolerate any questioning.
The man in blue responded, “In the Westernmost Land, within Tianwei, there is a Sword Cultivator called Daoist Tianjian. Seven hundred years ago, he was the foremost Sword Cultivator of Tianwei. He later retreated into the deep mountains, focusing solely on Sword Enlightenment. Not long ago, a sword intent erupted in Tianwei, proving he is still alive. If not for Sword Venerable Fudao's swift action, it would have been this senior who ended the Ephemera Sect.”
Tianwei, one of the Nine Dynasties, located at the far west, constantly plagued by demons, yet its territory was even more extensive than Taicang, a testament to Tianwei's might.
Gu An sensed that this person's cultivation level was hidden. On the surface, he appeared to be at the Core Formation Realm, but had actually reached the Divinity Transformation Realm.
He cast a Life Span Detection.
[Si Zhe (Divinity Transformation Second Level): 289/800/1300]
Concealed cultivation, and boasting of Tianwei cultivators, this rascal must not be a disciple of the Supreme Sect.
Gu An remained silent, watching as the surrounding disciples verbally attacked Si Zhe.
Si Zhe remained indifferent, facing the insults and slanders with calmness.
“Daoist Tianjian was indeed formidable and once renowned throughout the world. But that's ancient history. As a prince of the Tianwei Imperial Family, possessing the Fire God Blood Lineage, to speak so recklessly within the Supreme Sect, are you inciting a war?”
A voice came, and everyone turned to see the Mad Swordsman of Great Yu, Han Ming, striding forward.
Si Zhe turned back, raised his hand in salute, and said, “So it's the Mad Swordsman, senior. I've heard you've been in the Supreme Sect for many years. Are you planning to join the Supreme Sect?”
He smiled gently, but his words were uncomfortable.
“Hmph, boy, if not for the favor your father, the emperor, granted me, you'd be a corpse now. Do you think your Divinity Transformation Realm cultivation can withstand my sword?” Han Ming snorted coldly.
Divinity Transformation Realm!
Upon hearing this, the disciples who had previously insulted Si Zhe all turned pale and retreated.
“Since that's the case, there's no need to pretend anymore.”
Si Zhe smiled, then looked around and shouted, “I am a disciple of Daoist Tianjian, a prince of the Tianwei Dynasty, Si Zhe. Today, I am here on behalf of my master to issue a challenge. In three months, my master will personally arrive at the Heavenly Repair Platform to seek instruction in Swordsmanship from Sword Venerable Fudao!”
His voice echoed beneath the sky, audible to the entire city.
Someone wanted to challenge Sword Venerable Fudao?
Han Ming smiled. He was the first Sword Cultivator to seek instruction from Sword Venerable Fudao, reminding him, “The Ephemera Sect has Great Cultivators beyond the Unification Realm. Does your master have such a level?”
Si Zhe closed his fan and smiled, “Of course, originally my father, the emperor, was going to ask him to deal with the Ephemera Sect. Unfortunately, he was a step too late.”
His tone was arrogant, as if Daoist Tianjian's victory over Sword Venerable Fudao was assured, further displeasing the Supreme Sect disciples.
An elder appeared beside Si Zhe out of thin air, said a few words using Sound Transmission Skill, causing Si Zhe's face to change slightly. He snorted, “Let's go. Anyway, the challenge has been issued. Whether or not Sword Venerable Fudao accepts it is his business.”
He then left with the elder.
Gu An watched his departing figure, growing cautious.
Sword Venerable Fudao had just thwarted the Ephemera Sect's conspiracy and was at the height of his fame. For someone to dare step forward now, they must be very capable.
Gu An didn't dwell on it and turned to leave the Heavenly Repair Platform, intending to check on Wu Jue.
A month ago, Wu Jue's maximum lifespan had increased again, making Gu An even more interested in him and curious about the potential limit of his lifespan.
Third Medicine Valley, inside a loft.
Lv Baitian scoffed, “Tianwei is quite ambitious, wanting to suppress the Supreme Sect to seize control over the Nine Nether Road. Though strong, Daoist Tianjian is courting death by coming to the Supreme Sect!”
A month had passed since Si Zhe issued his challenge, and the upcoming duel had spread throughout the Taicang Immortal Cultivation World. Cultivators from various sects and regions were flocking to watch.
Lv Baitian seized the opportunity to promote the Golden List in various cities.
The so-called Golden List was a ranking of the world's most talented individuals under the age of five hundred, encompassing the Nine Dynasties. It caused quite a stir.
Gu An worriedly asked, “Will there be internal strife among the sects of the Nine Dynasties?”
“You can rest assured, the demon calamity is imminent, and no one dares to act recklessly. Furthermore, the main lineage of the Ephemera Sect may cause chaos on the Nine Nether Road. At that time, the sects of the Nine Dynasties must unite. Otherwise, one-on-one, none can guarantee the defeat of the main lineage of the Ephemera Sect. That's precisely why Tianwei asked Daoist Tianjian to act, in the name of sparring to suppress us.” Lv Baitian waved dismissively.
Gu An asked again, “If Sword Venerable Fudao kills Daoist Tianjian, won't it trigger a war?”
Just when Han Ming had come, now another one! Gu An couldn't tolerate it. This time, he needed to strike, preventing such troubles from arising continuously.
“Naturally not. If even Daoist Tianjian is dead, Tianwei will only be more wary of the Supreme Sect! It's best if Sword Venerable Fudao slays Daoist Tianjian!” Lv Baitian snorted, a fierce look on his face.
Gu An suddenly remembered that this guy had once been impeached by the Hall of Elders due to his tyrannical behavior.
Lv Baitian's tone shifted, “An Hao is a disciple of Sword Venerable Fudao. Do you think his appearance in front of me is a reminder from the Sword Venerable?”
“A reminder of what?”
“A reminder that my position as sect leader is unstable.”
Lv Baitian's eyes turned deep, and his tone became elusive, making it unclear what he was thinking.
Gu An couldn't help but laugh and said, “If that's the case, hasn't Chu Tianqi already perished?”
Lv Baitian asked, “Do you think he hasn't?”
“An Hao is exceptionally talented and must be favored by Sword Venerable Fudao. If it were you, would you send your most beloved disciple to a rival to become a sword?” Gu An felt Lv Baitian was getting delusional.
“You have a point.” Lv Baitian smiled.
Seeing his smile, Gu An's heart skipped a beat.
Wait!
Why was he asking him?
Lv Baitian continued, “An Hao's talent is so strong that once he fully grows, it will be easy for him to earn the respect of the entire Supreme Sect, just like that true inheritor. Kid, if you don't become sect leader, the position will be his.”
“Wouldn't that be better? I don't want to be sect leader anyway.” Gu An shook his head, and Lv Baitian smiled, saying no more.
Then, Gu An inquired about Ye Lan's situation. The first group to venture into the Nine Nether Road had already set off.
Lv Baitian reassured, “Don't worry, I personally instructed the leading elder to take care of her.”
With the Qinghong Sword, Gu An could always sense Ye Lan's situation. However, he would only intervene in her moments of peril. Normally, he didn't want her to be neglected or bullied.
The two chatted a while longer. Before leaving, Lv Baitian left a book.
After Lv Baitian left, Gu An picked it up to read.
Defying Fate Divine Skill!
At dusk.
Li Ya, carrying the North Sea Heavy Sword, walked to the edge of the Heavenly Repair Platform, gazing at the Divine Statue of Sword Venerable Fudao with barely hidden excitement in his eyes.
“Ancestor, the Primordial Ancestor is indeed Sword Venerable Fudao!” Li Ya screamed in his heart.
The ancestor was also shocked, sighing, “I thought he was…”
“The demon of the Thousand-Autumn Pavilion?”
“Hmm.”
“Haha, I told you, our Primordial Ancestor can't possibly be a Demon Cultivator!”
Li Ya was overjoyed. On his way here, he had already learned about Daoist Tianjian's challenge, so he came to the Heavenly Repair Platform to admire the image of Sword Venerable Fudao, discovering that he was indeed the Primordial Ancestor of the Li Family.
He began to look forward to the upcoming duel!
“Why don't you go see your Junior Brother Gu?” the old ancestor's voice teased.
Li Ya replied in his mind, “I won't disturb him. My recent experiences aren't worth sharing. I'll wait until I've mastered the Taicang Divine-Shocking Sword. Besides, the Supreme Sect is about to launch the Golden List. I must make a name for myself in the Golden List ceremony!”
His tone was full of confidence.
After consuming the Dragon Image Divine Primordial and learning the Taicang Divine-Shocking Sword, his confidence had soared.
Seven steps away, a figure approached, also starting to gaze up at the Divine Statue of Sword Venerable Fudao.
Wu Jue!
He looked at the Divine Statue of Sword Venerable Fudao, his eyes filled with sorrow.
“Master, you always respected Sword Venerable Fudao. It's a pity you can't witness the upcoming duel.”
Wu Jue thought silently, contemplating deeply.
Gradually, he began to Enlighten the Path.
Li Ya, after watching for a while, turned to leave.
“Wait!” the old ancestor's voice suddenly rang out.
Chapter end
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