NOVPUBAfter two years of rigorous training, Lin Qian had successfully broken through to the Sixth Level of the Nirvana Realm, and Ye Xin had done the same, also reaching the Sixth Level of the Nirvana Realm.
As for Lei Qian, he had actually surpassed both Lin Qian and Ye Xin, reaching half a step away from the Sky Breaking Realm—yet he wasn’t rushing to break through.
According to the Heavenly Art Department’s observations, Lei Qian’s potential had not been fully tapped into; there was still room to dig deeper, making it inadvisable for him to break through again so soon.
Therefore, Lin Qian suggested that Lei Qian should spend some more time at the Nirvana Realm.
Ye Xin had successfully completed the supplementary cycle and achieved ten cycles of Nirvana, once again cultivating up to the Sixth Level of the Nirvana Realm.
As for the slow progress of Lin Qian’s realm, it was really because his own martial strength was too terrifying, and his Dantian meridians were much stronger than those of ordinary people, making breaking through not so easy.
Lin Qian, whose strength had skyrocketed, could easily summon low-grade, superior Soldiers, and these Soldiers also possessed the martial strength of the Ninth Level of the Sky Breaking Realm.
"Extinguishing the Shengtian Sect is indeed not difficult, but if I were to summon a large number of troops, I’m afraid it would attract the attention of those with ulterior motives. It’s not a good thing to be coveted by some powerful entities when our strength has not yet matured," Lin Qian said while walking on a mountain path in the direction of the Wanxiang Sect, also speaking to Lei Qian, "After all, Coastal State is just a small place, what about the even greater world outside?"
Hearing Lin Qian’s words, Lei Qian nodded with understanding and then spoke, "However, a battle with the Shengtian Sect seems inevitable for our Wanxiang Sect. When the time comes, wouldn’t you still refrain from summoning the Imperial Army?"
"The Shengtian Sect is nothing; it’s not worth my trouble to deploy the Imperial Army in large numbers," said Lin Qian, with disdain on his face as he patted Lei Qian by his side, "Handling this personally is where the fun lies."
"Boss, this Sect war you see as a game—is that what you think this is?" Lei Qian slapped his forehead, exasperated.
"It’s not a game, but it’s also a form of training, ’To forge iron, one must be strong oneself,’" replied Lin Qian, his gaze fixed ahead, speaking earnestly, "One’s own strength is the foundation."
Lin Qian indeed would rely on the Huaxia Empire, after all, it was an empire he had built himself, and as the Emperor, not using his rightful power would be foolish.
However, Lin Qian was also very clear that the stronger he became, the more he could withstand the fluctuations of the Sky Trace and leverage the stronger power of the Huaxia Empire.
So he would use the power of the Empire but never become completely dependent on it; the most fundamental strength was his own.
"Didn’t your parents also die because of the Shengtian Sect? Don’t you want to avenge them with your own strength?" Lin Qian looked at Lei Qian by his side and asked with a smile.
Lei Qian was momentarily stunned after hearing this, then his eyes gradually filled with determination: "Boss, after returning to Wanxiang Sect, please continue to give me special training."
"Hmm? Weren’t you saying before that you didn’t want to get beaten up by me after going back, and now you’ve changed your mind?"
"I’ve thought it over. Although it’s a bit tough getting beaten up, if it can improve my strength, then there’s no problem!"
"Then let’s continue cultivation now!" As soon as Lin Qian had finished speaking, he dashed forward, not using any Soul Power, running with pure physical strength.
Seeing this, Lei Qian also did not use any Soul Power and followed, running with the power of his flesh.
Before they knew it, another month had passed, and Lin Qian and Lei Qian had reached the gates of Wanxiang Sect relying solely on the strength of their bodies.
"Huh? It looks like the Sect has taken in new disciples." After entering the gates and entering the outer sect area, Lin Qian saw many young and fresh faces, looking around.
"More than two years have passed; it’s about time," Lei Qian nodded, pointing to the flying corridor on the west side and speaking to Lin Qian, "Boss, I’m going home first; my grandfather is probably worried."
"Go ahead," Lin Qian nodded, and after parting ways with Lei Qian, he too headed in the direction of Maoqing Mountain.
With flying corridors spanning between the peaks, Lin Qian needed to pass several mountains to return to Maoqing Mountain.
Just as Lin Qian was halfway there, he had descended from the flying corridor onto a mountain where Inner Sect Disciples resided and was about to transfer to another corridor when he suddenly saw a female Disciple running towards him in a fluster.
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The female disciple, panicked and choosing her path at random, kept looking behind her and didn’t notice Lin Qian, who had just descended from the flying corridor, and bumped right into him.
Lin Qian’s strength was extraordinary, and his body was incredibly powerful—standing there, he was like an immovable mountain, hardly something the female disciple could budge.
When the female disciple collided with Lin Qian, she felt a strong force repel her, about to fall to the ground.
Just then, someone grabbed her arm, stopping her from falling and pulling her back up.
"What’s the rush? What happened?" After being steadied, the female disciple heard the other person’s question ring out beside her ear. She found the voice extremely familiar and, looking up, her face lit up with surprise.
"Lin Qian!"
The female disciple in front of him was none other than Ye Lin. It had been two years since they last met, and she had grown into a dignified and graceful young woman.
However, her face was still marked by panic.
Before Ye Lin could answer his question, Lin Qian saw two Inner Sect Disciples chasing her from the direction she had run from.
"Ye Lin, where do you think you’re going?" The disciple on the left pointed at her and shouted sharply.
"That guy standing over there, get lost." The other Inner Sect Disciple pointed at Lin Qian and also shouted abusively.
When Lin Qian heard them telling him to get lost, he looked astonished, turned his head to Ye Lin, and said, "No way, there are Inner Sect Disciples who don’t recognize me?"
"They originally weren’t from Wanxiang Sect. It’s a long story, and I’ll explain it to you later." Seeing Lin Qian appear, Ye Lin also relaxed and spoke.
Lin Qian nodded slightly, then scrutinized Ye Lin: "Not bad. You’ve broken through to the Nirvana Realm and become an Inner Sect Disciple. That’s some glory for Bashan City."
"Of course. Though I can’t compare to Sister Xin, I’m not that far behind, alright?" Ye Lin replied with a grin.
Seeing Lin Qian and Ye Lin chatting nonchalantly to each other, the two Inner Sect Disciples couldn’t hide their irritation and roared, "Ye Lin, you really have grown bold, daring to ignore the two of us brothers."
"Ptui! Open your goddamn eyes! This man is my brother-in-law, the Young Emperor Lin Qian!" With Lin Qian by her side, Ye Lin fearlessly retorted.
"The Young Emperor? That’s the guy from the legends, the wretch hiding outside the Sect?" Upon hearing this, the two brothers exchanged glances and burst into laughter.
After laughing, the chubby-faced Inner Sect Disciple pointed at Lin Qian and asked, "Hey, are you that damned Young Emperor?"
"Brother, I don’t think there’s anything impressive about this damned Young Emperor. He’s only at the Sixth Level of the Nirvana Realm," said the thin-faced Inner Sect Disciple to his chubby comrade while sneering.
"That’s because the boss hasn’t returned. These Wanxiang Sect people haven’t seen the world. To call such a mediocrity the Young Emperor... People from Coastal State really are country bumpkins," said the chubby-faced disciple with disdain, an air of superiority on his face. "I’ve always said it—these disciples of the Wanxiang Sect are nothing but trash."
Listening to the two brothers in front of him, Lin Qian remained silent but began warming up his body quietly.
Lin Qian had only one feeling at that moment—he was very angry!
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Suddenly inspired, I changed a lot of the originally planned plot, and I owe you one more chapter for the triple release.
In addition to the five explosive chapters I promised in the book fan group, I need to release a total of six chapters on Sunday. When I think about it, it feels like I have the urge to stab myself.
But in the dim light, I clenched my teeth and burst forth because the enthusiasm of those few buddies really moved me. Thinking about it now, tears well up in my eyes, and snot and tears stream down my face.
Hmm, see you in the explosive chapter!
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