Chapter 182 - Chapter 182: Chapter 150: Refusing Foundation

Chapter 182: Chapter 150: Refusing Foundation

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That is the sense of belonging to the sect.

He Fangwei felt this way, He Fengdi felt this way, and Zheng Hai felt this way. The cultivators of the sect that he had met all had a sense of belonging to the sect, rather than irresponsibly trying to do the minimum or even directly running away when the sect was in trouble.

This was probably the sense of belonging to the sect in the Cultivation World.

At this moment, Han Yi asked himself, how was his sense of belonging to the Xuandan Sect.

Did he have it?

Yes.

Was it strong?

Strong.

Could he commit to death together?

No.

This had something to do with Han Yi’s transmigration, his original character, and his experiences in the Cultivation World.

“Daoist Han, Daoist Han…”

A call pulled Han Yi back from his contemplation.

“Huh?”

“I asked Daoist Han if you have any plans to go down the mountain. Nowadays, the more powerful cultivators in our sect are providing support. If you join, even in the Qi Cultivation Stage, you would be a great combat power.”

“However, Daoist Han, if you join the battlefield, you have to be careful.”

“Originally, it was an unwritten rule in the Cultivation World that cultivators in the Foundation Establishment stage would not kill those in the Qi Cultivation Stage from opposing sects. However, this rule is no longer so applicable on the increasingly intense battlefield that’s almost out of control.”

“Once you go down the mountain, you must be careful of the Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators from the Heavenly Soul Sect and the Blood God Sect.”

Han Yi promised and thanked him. As he was about to leave, he suddenly thought of something and asked another question.

“By the way, what’s the official stance of Daqian?”

He Fangwei sneered, “Daqian would rather see all the warring sects exterminated, so they could take possession of our cultivation resources.”

“Oh? Don’t they fear that the conflict between the Xuandan Sect and the Heavenly Soul Sect will cause turmoil in Shu State?”

He Fangwei sneered, “Now is not twenty years ago. Twenty years ago, the Demonic Cave emerged, and Daqian was also heavily injured. To avoid unrest within the territory, they had to mediate.”

“But now, Daqian has recovered its vitality. For them, it’s better if our two sects fight each other to the death. That way, they can step in after the battle, collect the resources of both sects, and incorporate them into Daqian.”

“Daoist Han, do you think there’s a reason behind the twenty-year period? At its core, this is a trap set by Daqian.”

“Our sect knows this, and so does the Blood God Sect. However, neither of us can let it go. This isn’t just about the ore veins in Taibai County. Once we give up and appear weak, it won’t be just one sect, but countless sects, that come biting together.”

“And within the twenty-year period, the Blood God Sect joined forces with the Heavenly Soul Sect, using them as a shield, so that the trap set by Daqian twenty years ago would not work for the time being. Of course, there must be some unknown reasons behind the Heavenly Soul Sect’s willingness to do this.” Upon hearing this, Han Yi’s pupils shrank violently as if he had been hit hard.

Twenty years ago, he had simply thought that the twenty-year deadline was proposed by the Blood God Sect as an excuse to occupy the veins for an extended period. He had never imagined that there were other factors, such as Daqian’s involvement, behind this decision.

The situation was more complicated than he thought, and Han Yi admitted he had been too naive.

After saying goodbye to He Fangwei, he went up to Azure Dragon Peak, entered Azure Dragon Palace, and saw many disciples rushing around. Most of them had serious expressions. Some of them even had dried blood stains on their clothes, which revealed a killing intent.

“Han Yi, come to the top of the tower.” A voice suddenly rang in Han Yi’s mind.

Han Yi shuddered. This was a message transmitted through divine consciousness, and he recognized the voice – it belonged to Supreme Elder Fu Xuanxu.

“Elder Fu, I’ll be there right away.” Han Yi responded with his spiritual sense.

“Eh? Your spiritual sense?” Fu Xuanxu’s voice was filled with surprise, but he didn’t inquire further and the transmission was cut off.

A moment later.

Han Yi stepped onto the highest tower deep within the Azure Dragon Palace, which was the cultivation place of the Supreme Elder who held sway over the Azure Dragon Peak.

Upon seeing Fu Xuanxu, Han Yi was shocked, because Fu Xuanxu’s aura was clearly off at this moment. Even he could sense that Fu Xuanxu’s energy was turbulent, indicating that he had suffered some injuries.

“Elder Fu, are you injured?”

Images of the fierce battle described by He Fangwei flashed through Han Yi’s mind, making him even more worried. It was obvious that some of the conflicts were only known to Foundation Establishment Stage and even Golden Core Stage Cultivators.

Fu Xuanxu didn’t deny it, but stared intently at Han Yi.

“Has your Ninefold Soul Tower broken through?”

Han Yi shook his head. Although his Divine Soul had undergone several metamorphoses along with his training in the Ninefold Soul Tower, the illusory Soul Tower within his Sea of Consciousness was still blurred. Even the lowest level hadn’t solidified. So strictly speaking, he hadn’t truly broken through this inheritance.

Only after condensing the first level and comprehending the first Soul Skill would it be considered a breakthrough, and only then would there be a chance to give birth to a Divine Soul phantom when breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

As expected of a sacred inheritance, even at the “Fire is Purely Green” level, it still couldn’t step into the first level.

Seeing Han Yi shaking his head, Fu Xuanxu didn’t show disappointment on his face.

“Even if you haven’t broken through, your spiritual sense is already close to that of a Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivator. Breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage at this time is completely fine.”

“Moreover, your realm has reached the Qi Cultivation Peak, so with our protection, the probability of a successful breakthrough is definitely over 90%.”

Fu Xuanxu calculated.

But upon hearing this, Han Yi frowned.

“Elder Fu, is the battle situation really so critical?”

Fu Xuanxu’s meaning was clear: he wanted Han Yi to quickly establish his foundation, then descend the mountain and join the battle. Judging from the urgency in his words, the situation beneath the mountain was obviously very dire.

Fu Xuanxu nodded, his tone heavy.

“You should also understand the current situation. On the surface, our sect is holding on, while the Heavenly Soul Sect is retreating.”

“However, in reality, only low-level Qi Cultivators are retreating. At the Foundation Establishment stage and Golden Core stage levels, the Heavenly Soul Sect is pressing on with full force. In addition to the covert killings of the Blood God Sect, Yuan Beast Sect retired earlier, and some loose cultivators are stirring up trouble. The pressure our sect is facing is immense, and we urgently need new forces to join.”

After saying this, Fu Xuanxu stared at Han Yi.

However, Han Yi shook his head: “I have not yet stabilized my foundation and am not able to establish it. Please, Elder Fu, give me one more year.”

Han Yi had a premonition that once his Ninefold Soul Tower reached the “Peak Mastery” level, he would undoubtedly welcome the most critical breakthrough. At this level, the Ninefold Soul Tower should be able to condense the first level and comprehend the first Soul Skill.

More importantly, the condensation of the first level of the Soul Tower also meant that he would have a high chance of condensing a First-Class Immortal Foundation at the Divine Soul level when breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

A First-Class Immortal Foundation was essential to his future Immortal Path, and he couldn’t give up on it. Unless absolutely necessary, Han Yi didn’t want to give up.

Fu Xuanxu’s brows furrowed. Despite his grave injuries, his grim mood was accompanied by a terrifying aura that emanated from him. The aura didn’t oppress Han Yi, but Han Yi, standing before Fu Xuanxu, trembled and almost couldn’t help but kneel down.

This power came fast and disappeared just as quickly.

“Fine, go.”‘

Fu Xuanxu waved his hand dismissively, closed his eyes, and looked no more at Han Yi.

Han Yi bowed and quickly exited the tower..