Chapter 64: Chapter 64 Foundation Establishment (Part 2)

Lu Qingshan remained silent.If he hadn't guessed wrong, the black sphere hidden by the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion was the Ruin Realm.

This segment of the image must be the story of how the Ruin Realm continually exists. Find exclusive content at M-V-L

As for the remnant soul of the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion before him, it could be considered as the Sect Master himself from another perspective without any problems.

Because the remnant soul of the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion, split by secret technique ten thousand years ago, possesses all the memories and thoughts of the Sect Master, along with an independent consciousness.

The doubts in Lu Qingshan's heart finally got clarified.

It's no wonder that a mere replica illusion could feel so real, and the storyline of the Ruin Realm could vary so much.

It turns out the development of the Ruin Realm's plot does not rigidly follow a preset direction, but is controlled by a soul split with independent consciousness.

The existence of the soul split of the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion allowed for slight variances in the Ruin Realm's storyline, based on the different actions of the cultivators participating in the trial.

"The only reason why this remnant soul has managed to survive until now is the obsession lingering in my heart."

The soul split of the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion spoke faintly, "The inheritance of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion was ruined overnight, and my heart couldn't accept this.

So that night, I concealed the Ruin Realm with a hidden barrier and split a soul part, which is now standing in front of you, to oversee the Ruin Realm.

I hoped that if the Human Race were not annihilated by the Demon Race, after ten thousand years, once the Ruin Realm reappeared in the world, it could continue the legacy of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion through the trials of the Ruin Realm."

Even at the level of the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion, a normal soul split was still a considerable harm to him.

Let alone splitting off a soul with its own thought and intelligence.

This soul split required him to recover for decades before he could fully recuperate.

Yet, on the eve of the great war, the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion chose to split a conscious soul part.

Merely to leave a glimmer of hope for the legacy of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion.

It showed how deep his attachment to the inheritance of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion was.

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The Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion had a gentle smile on his face as he extended his left hand and slightly lifted it.

All of Lu Qingshan's experiences in the Ruin Realm turned into flickering lights and shadows, continuously manifesting in the air.

The scene paused at Lu Qingshan's last stand, outnumbered and overwhelmed by the numerous Demon Race.

After watching Lu Qingshan's performance in the Ruin Realm together,

The Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion exclaimed, "I have never seen a Qi Refining Cultivator like you."

"The Sect Master overpraises me," responded Lu Qingshan, taking the commendation in stride.

The Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion looked intently at Lu Qingshan's face and said solemnly, "Among the ancient sects, what our Mountain and Sea Pavilion is most famous for is our Taoist-Level Foundation Establishment Technique, the 'Returning Ruins Scripture.'

"The Taoist arts are not to be imparted lightly, so even though I urgently wish to pass on the Returning Ruins Scripture,

if I cannot find the right person, I would rather the Returning Ruins Scripture be buried in obscurity, than to impart it carelessly to others."

"I have seen all of your performances within the Ruin Realm, and I think even across the Seven Domains of the Human Race, there are few Qi Refining Cultivators who could surpass you."

"Based on this, if you were to practice the Returning Ruins Scripture, it would certainly not be wasted."

"But that is not enough because the Returning Ruins Scripture is a very special cultivation technique.

If the person who masters it does not exercise restraint, and misuses its abilities, it would cause extremely severe damage to the world of heaven and earth."

"Therefore, in my trial of the Ruin Realm, besides the performance within the Ruin Realm, there's also a hidden criterion for the final evaluation, which is the participant's willpower."

"If you acted in the Ruin Realm merely to obtain a high evaluation, regardless of how well you performed, you would not receive a Grade A evaluation from me."

"Only when you truly put yourself in the shoes of a disciple of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion, and I confirm that you possess this empathy, then you would be the qualified person in my heart to accept the legacy."

"Because only such a person would understand the value of cherishing the mountains, rivers, and lakes."

"And you, whether in terms of performance or willpower, have met my requirements. Therefore, I would like to ask you, are you willing to practice the 'Returning Ruins Scripture' of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion?"

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The purpose of Lu Qingshan's journey to the Ruin Realm was precisely for this, so naturally, he had no reason to object.

Seeing Lu Qingshan nodding, the Sect Master of the Mountain and Sea Pavilion showed a slight smile and gently touched Lu Qingshan's forehead with his finger.

A multitude of information surged into Lu Qingshan's mind.

In what was initially an empty space, at that moment, vigorous spiritual energy emerged, ferociously rushing into Lu Qingshan's body.

The force was fierce, yet its nature was exceedingly gentle, not causing the slightest harm to Lu Qingshan.

"Foundation Establishment Technique 'Returning Ruins Scripture' detected!"

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[Returning Ruins Scripture] (Foundation Establishment)

Level: Taoist Level

Description: Truly an abyss without a bottom, so deep that it has no bottom, named the Returning Ruins. Ancient great sect Mountain and Sea Pavilion's Foundation Establishment Technique, with a maximum of 20 levels.

Technique Effect 1: Each increase by 1 level, Spiritual Power Value ceiling increases by 100 points.

Technique Effect 2: Spiritual Power Recovery Speed +100%

Technique Effect 3: The Spiritual Power Quality cultivated by Returning Ruins Scripture is extremely high, and when it collides with any attribute Spiritual Energy, it will not be inferior in terms of quality.

Technique Effect 4: Upon achieving Returning Ruins Scripture to level 20, additionally obtain a Spiritual Power Value ceiling boost of +1000.

Technique Effect 5: Upon achieving Returning Ruins Scripture to level 20, you will master the Divine Skill [Power of the Mountains and Seas].

[Power of the Mountains and Seas]

Description: Seize and devour the Mountain/Sea Strength within a ten miles radius, augmenting oneself. However, as a price, the Mountain/Sea from which the strength is taken will lose all vitality, turning into a wasteland.

Supplementary Description: The range of Power of the Mountains and Seas' seizure will increase along with the Cultivator's Rank advancement.

Spell Consumption: None

Cool Down Time: 1 day

Technique Effect 6: The experience points needed to upgrade Returning Ruins Scripture increase by +100%.

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"Now accepting [Returning Ruins Scripture] inheritance... Learning progress 15%... 40%... 99%..."

"For this process, outside source Spiritual Energy provides experience points, there is no need to consume any of your own experience points!"

"Learning successful! You have mastered [Returning Ruins Scripture]!"

"Detection of advancement task [Foundation Establishment] has been completed, your rank has been upgraded to Foundation Establishment!"

"Due to the presence of the talent [Trapped in Formation], your Stamina addition will not be increased!"

"You receive the [Foundation Establishment] rank bonus: Health Points limit +50."

"You comprehend the skill [Divine Sense Perception]!" Sёarch* The NôvelFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"You open a new Attribute row: Divine Sense!"

"You gain the talent [Leakproof Body]!"

"Your Spiritual Power Value limit exceeds 200, you acquire the talent [Spiritual Power Control] (Primary Level)!"

"You obtain a Life-bound Sword slot! Please confirm your Life-bound Sword as soon as possible."

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Lu Qingshan (Human Race)

Occupation: Sword Cultivator

Techniques: [Qi Refinement Technique] Lv10—[Spiritual Power +150]/[Returning Ruins Scripture] Lv1 (0/4000)—[Spiritual Power +100, Spiritual Power Recovery Speed +100%]

Rank: Foundation Establishment

Experience Points: 968

Health Points: 70/70

Spiritual Power Value: 250/250

Divine Sense: 10/10

Talents: [Innate Swordseed] (Legendary Talent), [Specialization], [Trapped in Formation], [Sword Technique Affinity] (Primary Level), [Thick-skinned]

[Leakproof Body]: Having built your Foundation Establishment, you have stepped out of the realm of mortals, your Lifespan is extended (to 200 years), and at the same time, you will have the ability to Fast.

[Spiritual Power Control] (Primary Level): With the advancement of your Cultivation, your control over Spiritual Power will no longer be limited to the most superficial Object Control but will develop into a more refined level. Your use of Spiritual Power is elevated by one level.

Skills: [Heavenly Eye Technique] (Universal), [Falling Bright Sword Technique] Lv10 (max), [Secret Sword: Wind Slash] Lv1 (0/2000)

[Divine Sense Perception]: You can project your Divine Sense outward, perceiving the surroundings through Divine Sense.

Life-bound Sword Slot: Empty (You can add a Life-bound Sword to this slot).

Faction:

Yuanshan Tower: Enthusiastic (200)

Guardian Tower: Friendly (20)

Heavenly Secret Pavillion: Friendly (10)

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