Chapter 736
I Can See Through Everything – Chapter 736
Chapter 736: Spirit-Nourishing Pill, Explosive Cultivation Growth, Second Nascent Soul Tribulation!
Yu Jian gazed at the few heavily injured cultivators lying on the ground. After a brief moment of recognition, he finally recalled who they were.
They seemed to belong to one of the top powers within the Great Hao Immortal Domain. Originally, their group had numbered over a dozen, yet now only a handful remained.
Yu Jian pondered for a moment before extending a hand to treat their injuries.
When the survivors regained consciousness, they expressed their gratitude profusely. Only then did Yu Jian and his companions learn what had transpired earlier.
It turned out that these cultivators had been deciphering a restriction inside a grand hall when disciples of the Black-and-White Temple, led by Mo Tushan, suddenly launched an assault.
Though they had set up a defensive formation in advance, the attackers had arrived too abruptly and with overwhelming strength.
Mo Tushan himself wielded an exceptionally powerful artifact, its might terrifying beyond measure. They simply could not withstand it.
Caught off guard, the power those cultivators belonged to was nearly annihilated within moments. Only a few of them had barely managed to escape. If not for Lu Qing’s sudden appearance drawing Mo Tushan’s attention away, they would have been doomed.
“Thank you, Daoist friends, for saving our lives. We will remember this kindness for as long as we live,” one of the men said, bowing deeply once his wounds had stabilized.
“It’s nothing. Your vital energy is gravely depleted—better to leave this place as soon as possible,” Yu Jian replied indifferently.
“But… the clan’s token was in the elder’s possession. Now that he has perished, the token must have fallen into Mo Tushan’s hands. Without it, we can’t pass through the Star River Formation guarding the outer perimeter,” the man said bitterly.
The others looked equally dejected. Without the token, even escaping from this realm was a dream.
“That is indeed troublesome,” Yu Jian murmured. “In that case, find a safe place to hide. When the time comes for us to leave, if it’s convenient, we’ll take you with us.”
“Many thanks, Daoist Yu!”
Joy flashed across their faces—they knew that if Yu Jian was willing to help, not even Mo Tushan would dare act recklessly.
Their top priority now was to find a secure hiding place and survive until that chance came. The Gui Xu Secret Realm was vast; even Mo Tushan would not find them easily if they concealed themselves properly.
As the group departed, Yu Jian frowned slightly.
“What’s wrong, Senior Brother Yu Jian?” Qing Xi asked softly.
“According to their account, Mo Tushan possesses a powerful spiritual artifact. I’m not sure whether he obtained it from within this secret realm or if it was given to him by the Black-and-White Temple. Either way, with that artifact in play, the secret realm won’t remain peaceful,” Yu Jian said gravely.
“Do you mean Mo Tushan might attack other factions next?”
“It’s a possibility.”
“But after this incident, surely others will be on guard?”
“Perhaps. Regardless, we must remain cautious to avoid being caught unprepared.”
“Yes, Senior Brother,” Qing Xi nodded.
After instructing his companions, Yu Jian turned toward the direction Lu Qing had gone, a thoughtful glint flashing in his eyes.
When that mysterious cultivator had departed earlier, he had unleashed a peculiar force. It was faint—most wouldn’t have sensed it—but Yu Jian recognized it clearly: it was the Heaven-Shattering Sword Intent.
That mysterious man actually comprehended the Heaven-Shattering Sword Intent?
Yu Jian’s thoughts surged.
“Black-and-White Temple, Heaven-Shattering Sword Sect, Kongming Sect, Netherworld Palace, Enchantress Pavilion…”
While he pondered, Lu Qing—already inside a nearby palace—also wore a contemplative look.
Earlier, his “mockery” of Mo Tushan had not been out of amusement. After confirming that Mo Tushan couldn’t match his speed, and noticing that many powerful factions had gathered to spectate, he had deliberately prolonged the chase to buy time for his divine sense to probe their backgrounds.
With his current strength and improved Divine Soul Power, investigating Nascent Soul cultivators no longer took long—just a breath or two. Previously, when he lacked confidence in his self-defense, he hadn’t dared to risk it. But this time, with many onlookers present, he seized the opportunity.
“Mo Tushan, eight-tribulation Nascent Soul, wields several powerful spiritual artifacts, temperament brutal, fond of using children in his demonic cultivation…”
Cold light flickered in Lu Qing’s eyes as the information surfaced. Of all the people harboring hostility toward him, Mo Tushan was the most vicious—he had twice nearly captured him.
The probe revealed Mo Tushan as a true fiend among fiends, his cruelty ranking among the worst Lu Qing had ever encountered. The killing intent in his heart surged uncontrollably.
“If only my strength were greater,” Lu Qing murmured. “Otherwise, I would’ve slain him outright rather than merely humiliating him.”
He shook his head slightly. “When I released that trace of Heaven-Shattering Sword Intent, the senior brother from the Heaven-Shattering Sword Sect must have noticed.”
The white-robed youth he’d seen was none other than the Heaven-Shattering Sword Sect’s chief disciple—an eight-tribulation Nascent Soul expert. It seemed the Dao Lineage of Daoist ‘Heaven-Shatterer’ had indeed survived and flourished.
Perhaps that man’s master still lived, cultivating in seclusion somewhere at an even higher realm.
Lu Qing had intentionally revealed a wisp of sword intent to subtly establish a potential connection—better to have allies than enemies in this perilous secret realm.
Still, he had no plans to approach them now. His earlier display of speed had surely drawn the attention of countless cultivators; many would already covet the secret behind it.
“It all comes down to strength. With enough power, I wouldn’t need to tread so carefully,” he muttered, eyes gleaming. “So for now… cultivation comes first.”
He summoned a jade bottle—the spoils from a Dan Palace he’d raided earlier. Inside were pills known as Spirit-Nourishing Pills (养神丹), renowned for enhancing Nascent Soul cultivation. Even top-tier Nascent Soul experts found them valuable.
He had acquired quite a number—just right for his needs.
With a thought, he summoned Xiaoli.
“Ah Qing!” the little beast cried, leaping into his arms.
Lu Qing chuckled, rubbing its head. “Xiaoli, I’ll be cultivating here for a while. Help me stand guard. You can train alongside me if you get bored.”
Though the palace was protected by restrictions, Lu Qing preferred to be cautious.
“Okay!” Xiaoli nodded eagerly.
Lu Qing arranged a Gathering Spirit Formation using spirit stones. Curiously, though the Gui Xu Secret Realm was wondrous, its ambient Spiritual Energy wasn’t exceptionally dense—comparable to an ordinary great world. Hence, the array was necessary.
Once the formation was complete, Lu Qing sat cross-legged at its center, swallowed a Spirit-Nourishing Pill, and began refining it.
Powerful medicinal energy erupted within him, which he calmly guided through his meridians. The formation’s dense spiritual essence poured into his body in waves.
Xiaoli curled up nearby, absorbing the overflowing energy while keeping alert for disturbances.
Several days later, Lu Qing opened his eyes, a gleam of surprise flashing within them. He had completely refined the pill’s energy—his cultivation had advanced noticeably.
For someone with a foundation as deep as his, every bit of progress required tremendous resources. Yet a single Spirit-Nourishing Pill had yielded remarkable results. No wonder it was prized even by the elite of the Nascent Soul Realm.
“If I refine them all, I might even cross two or three tribulations,” he mused.
He resumed cultivation, consuming one pill after another.
Month by month, his power surged at an unprecedented pace—his aura completely sealed by the surrounding restrictions so no one could sense it.
After one month, he reached the Nascent Soul First Tribulation – Great Completion.
After two more months, he reached First Tribulation Perfection, faintly sensing the approach of his next calamity.
After adjusting his state to perfection, he drew in a deep breath and triggered the tribulation.
In an instant, heavenly might descended within the palace. Endless deathly and tribulation energy surged around him, attempting to erase him completely.
The disturbance startled Xiaoli awake. Its eyes widened as it saw Lu Qing engulfed in a maelstrom of death energy.
“Ah Qing’s undergoing another tribulation?!”
Though still at the Golden Core Realm, Xiaoli had learned enough to recognize the signs—it was the Second Nascent Soul Tribulation.
It was shocked. “He just advanced not long ago… and he’s already facing another one?”
Even with its knowledge of cultivation, Lu Qing’s pace was beyond comprehension.
Within that deadly storm, Lu Qing’s expression remained calm. His foundation was far too deep; even the power of the Dao’s tribulation could not annihilate him.
After several days of intense confrontation, the vast death energy finally began to disperse…
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