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Novel: [The Primordial Law]
Volume 4: [Shuangsheng Dao Sect (Twin Rice Sect)]
Chapter 54 (309): [An Xianjing Returns]
(54th of Volume 4)
Translator: Shadow Knight AK
Editor: Shadow Knight AK
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"Even if they're still in the Sacred Heart Layer," she continued, "why would they let me infiltrate Headquarters? Aren't they afraid of exposing the route? Could it be that something more important is holding them back in the Sacred Heart Layer?"
Li Weiyi knew Tang Wanzhou wanted to go to the Sacred Heart Layer for two reasons: first, to uncover the truth behind "Corpse Cultivation Rice," a matter of universal benefit. Second, and more likely, to obtain the "Book of Radiant Stars" mentioned in the murals, hoping to dispel the Netherworld and expand the Lingxiao Realm.
Li Weiyi admired her courage and determination, but as a mere Five Seas Realm Martial-Mystic Cultivator, he couldn't join her on such a reckless venture.
"I'm not asking you to risk your life with me," Tang Wanzhou said, "Just teleport me there."
Li Weiyi breathed a silent sigh of relief, a look of "That's more like it" crossing his face.
Cultivation at a higher level truly made a difference - no restrictions, no fear of venturing into any place.
"But we'll have to wait until I've recovered from my injuries."
Tang Wanzhou continued, "See those grooves in the Formations? They're for holding High-Grade Blood Crystals, which provide energy to the formation. I only have three. Could you buy five more for me?"
Blood Crystals are one of the most important minerals in the Cultivation World. They are rich in Blood Qi and have a wide range of uses: healing injuries, cultivating the physical body, alchemy, nurturing insects, setting up formations, crafting talismans, and more.
Low-Grade Blood Crystals typically cost 1,000 Yongquan Coins each.
Mid-Grade Blood Crystals cost 10,000 Yongquan Coins each and possess the ability to store Spiritual Qi. When placed in a Heavenly Law Earth Spring, they can automatically absorb Spiritual Qi.
High-Grade Blood Crystals cost 100,000 Yongquan Coins each and are treasures for Dao Seed Realm Martial-Mystic Cultivators seeking to cultivate their physical bodies.
They inherently contain pure Spiritual Qi.
When nourished in a Heavenly Law Earth Spring, they replenish their Spiritual Qi reserves faster than Mid-Grade Blood Crystals and can store more.
Using High-Grade Blood Crystals to power a Formation ensures the most stable performance.
As for Supreme-Grade Blood Crystals, they are even rarer, sought after even by Immortal Realm Giants.
In addition to their physical cultivation benefits, legends claim they contain vast amounts of life force, capable of extending one's lifespan.
Li Weiyi extended a hand, requesting, "Five High-Grade Blood Crystals. That's 500,000 Yongquan Coins."
"Who carries that many Yongquan Coins around for no reason? You, a Divine Hidden One from the Jiu Li Hidden Sect, don't even have 500,000 Yongquan Coins? Just cover it for me first, and I'll pay you back later," Tang Wanzhou said.
Li Weiyi replied, "You must have some Dao Lotus or Dao Fruit, right?"
"No! I left them on the surface before coming in," Tang Wanzhou said.
Li Weiyi's mind stirred.
Suddenly, he remembered something and asked, "How many drops of spring liquid can an Immortal Realm Giant condense in a day?"
Tang Wanzhou glared at him, then laughed in exasperation.
Here she was, the Young Lord of the Northern Territory, renowned throughout the world and surpassing her peers. Now she was reduced to condensing spring liquid to make money?
If word got out, wouldn't her reputation be ruined?
Li Weiyi quickly explained, "Young Lord, you've always been generous, spending lavishly. I shouldn't be haggling with you over 500,000 Yongquan Coins. But raising those seven Strange Insects is incredibly expensive, and Psychic Power cultivation is an endless expense..."
Tang Wanzhou stared at him for a moment, then suddenly realized, "You're afraid to buy a large quantity of spring liquid from the Twin Rice Sect, aren't you?"
Li Weiyi immediately denied it. "No, not at all."
Tang Wanzhou didn't want to waste any more words with Li Weiyi. He felt that while encountering him had cost him a fortune, it had at least averted disaster.
He asked, "How much spring liquid do you need?"
"Fifty thousand Yongquan Coins. You'll need to sell at least five thousand drops of spring liquid," Li Weiyi replied.
Tang Wanzhou frowned slightly, utterly speechless: "I'll give you ten thousand drops every month."
"A Giant of the Immortal Realm is truly different. You cultivate so much faster than Dao Seed Realm Martial-Mystic Cultivators. You don't even need to risk your life. Just selling spring liquid alone, you can earn over a million Yongquan Coins a year," Li Weiyi marveled.
At his current rate of Spiritual Qi refinement, with the help of the Fusang Divine Tree and the Cocoon of Time, he could refine ten thousand units of Spiritual Qi in a single month.
Moreover, the thirty thousand units of Spiritual Qi he had added to his Seventh Sea would take him three months to refine on their own.
Tang Wanzhou's contribution would perfectly supplement this, ensuring his cultivation wouldn't be delayed.
"Young Lord, you absolutely must not leave this place again," Li Weiyi cautioned as he prepared to leave.
With such a major incident having occurred at Headquarters, there was no telling when An Xianjing and Yao Qingxuan would return.
If the three female Immortal Realm Giants were to cross paths, even with Li Weiyi's current cultivation, he wouldn't stand a chance - not even if he reached the Immortal Realm himself.
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Li Weiyi took Qi Xiao and Tuoba Butuo out of the Insect Pouch and carefully carried them one by one to the bed.
The Insect Pouch could indeed hold people, but it was also quite dangerous. If the pouch were to break during a fight, even someone with high cultivation could be killed by the Spatial Power within.
Unless absolutely necessary, it was never used to contain living beings.
Li Weiyi possessed the Dao Ancestor's Tai Chi Fish and the Evil Camel Bell.
In a dire situation, he could use them to store Little Seven.
"Boom! Boom!"
Li Weiyi held a Blood Crystal in each hand, placing them on Qi Xiao and Tuoba Butuo's foreheads and crushing them.
Immediately, a massive surge of Blood Qi erupted, drawn by his Spiritual Power and flooding into their emaciated bodies.
As the Blood Qi seeped in, their withered frames, like deflated balloons, slowly began to inflate.
Half an hour later, the Blood Qi from both Blood Crystals had completely absorbed.
Their condition had improved slightly, but they were still far from recovered.
Li Weiyi dared not infuse more Blood Qi; it had to be done gradually.
Qi Xiao and Tuoba Butuo fell into a deep sleep.
After enduring severe physical and mental trauma for so long, they could finally rest peacefully.
Li Weiyi could no longer hold himself up. He leaned against the doorframe and slowly sat down outside, circulating his Spiritual Qi to heal his own injuries.
Five days passed in a row.
Besides meditating to heal his own injuries, Li Weiyi used two Blood Crystals each day to help Qi Xiao and Tuoba Butuo recover their Blood Qi.
Gradually, externally, the two men appeared to have fully recovered, except for the missing arms.
But how could the Blood Qi contained in High-Grade Blood Crystals replenish the blood lost by Dao Seed Realm Martial-Mystic Cultivators?
They would need prolonged recuperation to truly recover.
Upon waking, the two immediately rose from their beds and knelt to kowtow to Li Weiyi, but he quickly helped them up.
"Please, don't! Old Qi, I feel deeply ashamed!" Li Weiyi said.
Qi Xiao waved his single arm, forcing a bitter smile: "It's my own fault. I was too arrogant, too reckless. It was probably my inflated ego after breaking through to the Dao Seed Realm that brought this calamity upon me."
"Wang Shu is dead now. Your revenge has been avenged," Li Weiyi said.
Qi Xiao and Tuoba Butuo were deeply moved, their gratitude beyond words.
They knew Wang Shu was the Fourth Divine Son of the Twin Rice Sect. To kill a Divine Son at their headquarters and walk away unscathed... they didn't know how Li Weiyi had done it, but their admiration was boundless.
He could even thrive in a Heretical Sect.
Ignoring Li Weiyi's protests, the two men bowed again.
"Brother Weiyi, we will obey your every command, even if it means facing death a thousand times over."
Li Weiyi finally managed to help them stand up.
He retrieved the Cold Jade Box containing the two arms from his Boundary Pouch.
"The arms' vitality, Meridian Veins, and Acupoints are all intact. They should be able to be reattached."
Li Songlin and Yin Jiu's situation was entirely different. Their severed limbs had been damaged during the battle.
"Brother Weiyi, I'll never forget your kindness!"
Tuoba Butuo shook his head gently: "But to reattach severed limbs, we would need at least a Great Immortal to intervene. Those figures have already broken free from multiple Immortality Shackles. They can see every minute detail within the human body and possess a unique understanding of life. They can use extraordinary techniques to reconnect Meridian Veins and meridians."
Qi Xiao added, "If there's still some hope outside, here at Headquarters... aren't our lives hanging by a thread?"
Tuoba Butuo pondered for a moment.
"Brother Weiyi, we will forever remember your kindness. But if it truly proves impossible, just hand us over."
"Amitabha!"
A clear, elegant Buddhist chant echoed from below the pavilion.
Li Weiyi's expression shifted slightly: "You all tend to your wounds first. I'll be right back."
He hurried down the stairs and, at the edge of the bamboo grove outside the pavilion, saw An Xianjing in her white robes.
Her appearance had changed significantly, but her elegant, serene aura remained, making her instantly recognizable.
An Xianjing glanced at him: "I checked the Golden Rice. It's growing well, and you deserve credit for that. But for at least eight or nine days, you haven't been tending to it. The Blood Qi in the fields has become extremely thin. Why?"
Li Weiyi produced the Azure Jade Formation Talisman and presented it with both hands.
"Hall Master, please find someone more capable. I can't cultivate this Golden Rice anymore!"
An Xianjing twirled her Buddhist beads, her gaze sharpening: "What? Are you threatening me? Do you think that because I practice Buddhism, I'm all compassion and easy to manipulate?"
"I wouldn't dare, Hall Master. I'm simply too severely injured and need time to recover," Li Weiyi replied.
An Xianjing said, "You're even holding a grudge now? Your audacity knows no bounds! You dared to kill a Divine Son at Headquarters. Do you even realize the gravity of that crime?"
Li Weiyi said, "Wang Shu slaughtered several fellow disciples..."
"No need to repeat it! Your Master has already compiled all of Wang Shu's crimes and submitted them to the Withered Flourish (Kurong) Hall. She took responsibility for you, claiming she had ordered you to eliminate internal threats as part of your mission. After all, Wang Shu was a Martial-Mystic Cultivator from the Southern Territory, under her command."
An Xianjing snorted softly: "Now that the mission is complete, you can go to the Spirit Valley (Linggu) Hall to claim 400,000 Merit Points."
"Ah?"
Li Weiyi found Yao Qingxuan's actions so brilliant that words failed to describe them.
"What 'ah'? Your Master is under immense pressure, and the situation in the Southern Territory is extremely dangerous and complex. She's also taking time to protect you. Remember this debt!" An Xianjing said.
Li Weiyi quickly suppressed the corners of his mouth, his expression turning worried.
"Of course, I must repay my Master's kindness. But the Vice Palace Master of the Heavenly Principles (Tianli) Hall won't let this go. By doing this, my Master has essentially made a mortal enemy of him. Hall Master, on that day, when I was forced to reveal your name, it didn't help at all. The Heavenly Principles (Tianli) Hall's Patrol Guard simply wouldn't listen."
A flicker of cold light flashed through An Xianjing's eyes: "I've already visited the Heavenly Principles (Tianli) Hall and the Withered Flourish (Kurong) Hall. I've delivered the necessary warnings. At Headquarters, no Great True Inheritance Disciple will dare target you again. But you must understand that in the Cultivation World, true strength is the only thing that matters. Otherwise, you'll face endless hidden dangers and ambushes from the shadows."
"This applies not just to you, but to everyone, including me and your Master."
Li Weiyi replied, "I will heed your teachings, Hall Master. Has the Hall Master visited the Spirit Valley (Linggu) Hall?"
An Xianjing thought of her Second Disciple and sighed: "I've sent him outside Headquarters for training. He has exceptional innate talent, but his temperament is lacking. He needs more tempering."
Li Weiyi sighed as well.
"Do you think I'm protecting him?" An Xianjing saw through Li Weiyi's thoughts.
Li Weiyi said, "After all, he is your own disciple. He is truly the apple of your eye."
An Xianjing replied, "For him, being exiled from Headquarters is a greater humiliation than any punishment. But what about you? Have you been punished? Are you truly blameless? Should I have those two from upstairs brought back to the Divine Prison?"
Li Weiyi quickly forced a smile: "Hall Master, your words clearly mean you're going to spare them. That's wonderful! Hall Master, you truly have a bodhisattva's heart."
Regardless of An Xianjing's true intentions, he had to flatter her first.
An Xianjing said, "Tuoba Butuo and Qi Xiao are both Dragon Seeds who have seeded their Dao. In just a few years, they could become first-rate experts. Tuoba Butuo, in particular, is a Inheritor whose innate talent rivals that of the Divine Sons and Daughters."
"The Divine Sect has always been lenient toward talented individuals."
"Li Weiyi, if you can persuade them to join your ranks and guarantee their loyalty, why would I abandon two Heaven's Chosen?"
Li Weiyi knew An Xianjing was also interested in the Qi Clan behind Qi Xiao and the Tuoba Clan behind Tuoba Butuo. But he couldn't afford to be picky now; he had to agree.
He said, "Since the Hall Master thinks so highly of them, perhaps you could first lend me a small hand?"
"No need to rush! I heard you've reached Great Completion in the first layer of the Sixfold Burning (Incinerating) Karma Technique. Show me what you've learned."
An Xianjing was most curious about this, as she knew Li Weiyi had only begun practicing the Martial-Mystic Path two years ago.
How could anyone master the first layer of the Sixfold Burning Karma Technique in just a decade?
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