The Seedling Breaks Through the Soil

For Ning Qi...

The greatest need is not for maximum power, but for minimal side effects, so as not to affect its future and foundation.

This virtual sword core disintegration technique is just right now.

"This Virtual Sword Core Disintegration Technique can be used as a trump card, and it can be reused. It just requires you to heal your injuries after each use and then spend some time condensing a new sword core."

Ning Qi's positioning is very clear.

But this is not the entirety of the results of this enlightenment.

His senses shifted upwards, landing on the fake pill that was constantly pounding in his heart.

During the process of condensing the sword core, he also cleared away the last obstacle and created the technique of disintegrating the fake core.

With just a surge of Gang Qi, the fake core shatters, unleashing an even more terrifying power.

This is far more powerful than the virtual sword pill. Ning Qi estimates it could amplify his current combat power by about three times, but the side effects would also be much greater, potentially causing him serious injuries. Although it wouldn't destroy his foundation, he would need at least half a year to recover.

This is our biggest trump card.

Ning Qi would not use it unless absolutely necessary, after all, he couldn't afford to waste half a year of recuperation time.

"The Great Technique of Disintegrating the False Elixir and the Art of Merging the False Elixir with Heaven could be recorded together as a series of secret techniques."

Ning Qi thought to himself, a smile appearing on his lips.

With these two disintegration techniques, his sense of security increased even more.

Now.

Once we track down the Blood Rain Tower, we can wipe them all out and settle the matter of that year.

A gentle spring breeze caresses the face, and wildflowers bloom in abundance on True Martial Mountain.

Zhuang Chen has gradually integrated into the True Martial Sect. The other outer inner disciple also know that they have gained a tenth senior brother. Ye Qinghe is even more delighted because she has gained a drinking companion. She discovered that Zhuang Chen also has a great interest in wine, so she takes Zhuang Chen to share the fine wines she has collected in recent years, and even takes him to brew Peach Blossom Brew together.

In an instant.

Ye Qinghe, Zhuang Chen, and Yuan Tiansheng, a trio of two men and an ape, were practically lawless in the True Martial Sect, often causing chaos and disorder.

Only Luo Wentian and Ning Qi could suppress these three.

However, everyone was extremely happy to see Zhuang Chen integrate so quickly.

One should remember hatred, but one should not live in hatred. A pure heart clearly distinguishes between gratitude and resentment, and sometimes one's thoughts are so pure that one will not be affected.

In the blink of an eye.

Three months have passed since the Divine Sword Sect was wiped out.

The peach blossoms outside the Dao-Seeking Courtyard are in full bloom.

The Daoist Longshan would send back messages from time to time.

Since last month, the Southern Frontier forces have shown some clues, but it's only a small movement, and they're even testing the waters. Daoist Longshan is very patient and doesn't alert them. He will only close the net after someone of sufficient importance appears.

Ning Qi was somewhat looking forward to that time, which would be the moment he descended the mountain.

But for now, we still need to wait.

After absorbing the Inheritance of the Azure Edge Sword Saint, Ning Qi resumed his usual cultivation and scripture reading.

The Daoist scriptures sent by the True Mystery Sect are being digested at an extremely rapid pace; less than half of them remain unread.

And the spiritual practice also went very smoothly.

Move forward with firm steps.

Ning Qi's Jade Liquid Sea grew increasingly deep and vast. It was unimaginable how terrifying such a vast Jade Liquid Sea would be if it were to condense into a Yuan Pill Yuan Pill.

Besides that, there's something else I'm looking forward to.

Enlightenment Tea Tree.

Over the past few days, Ning Qi could sense that the Enlightenment Tea Tree seed was becoming increasingly active. The physical body of that powerful being in the Celestial Person Realm the Demon Sect had caused it to undergo an extraordinary change. Combined with Ning Qi's cultivation method, it had actually come to life and seemed about to break through the soil.

at this time.

Nine pairs of eyes were fixed intently on that patch of soil.

The chubby Zhuang Chen and the White Ape were even lying on the ground, their eyes level with the ground. However, the White Ape was obviously more agile, while Zhuang Chen's belly was sticking out of the soil, which looked rather comical.

Yesterday, Ning Qi casually mentioned that the Enlightenment Tea Tree seed might be about to sprout. As a result, all his fellow disciples came this morning, saying they wanted to witness the sprouting process of the Enlightenment Tea Tree seed with their own eyes, and that's how this scene came about.

They've been observing this for an hour now, and judging by the trend, they'll have to keep watching.

Ning Qi couldn't help but shake his head and chuckle, turning his gaze to the Daoist scripture in his hand.

Although the seed's spirituality was already at its peak, who knew when it would sprout? He didn't want to waste that time.

But a moment later.

Ning Qi's eyes widened in surprise. He put down the Daoist scripture in his hand and looked at the soil.

Exclamations of surprise and delight have already been heard:

"It's out! It's out!"

"The Enlightenment Tea Tree has really sprouted! Little Nine, come and see!"

Everywhere the eye can see.

A seedling sprouted from the soil, not quickly, but with great determination and tenacity, evoking a strange sense of emotion in those who saw it. Ning Qi was subtly moved, seeing a certain vitality in that Enlightenment Tea Tree seedling.

The crowd looked on in amazement.

Under the nurturing of the Spirituality, the seedling grew at an astonishing speed, and in the blink of an eye it had become the size of two palms. Its overall trunk was reddish-brown, and several small buds could be vaguely seen on the main trunk.

Everyone was excited, marveling at witnessing a miracle of life.

Zhuang Chen chuckled foolishly:

"Maybe in a couple of years we'll be able to drink the Enlightenment Tea!"

Everyone smiled.

They all looked at Ning Qi, only to find Ning Qi in thought, seemingly having grasped something. The crowd immediately fell silent, secretly marveling at Ning Qi's extraordinary comprehension.

Everyone was observing the tea tree seedlings breaking through the soil. The others just felt it was wonderful, but had no other feelings. Only Ning Qi saw something different.

A moment later.

Ning Qi came to his senses.

He did gain some insights, but he did not create any secret techniques or unique skills based on them. He simply consolidated the Fate Dao essence he had sensed during the process of the seedlings breaking through the soil. This was a solid foundation that might come in handy in the future.

His years of studying scriptures accumulating knowledge allowed him to readily draw upon them when creating new teachings.

This time, however, the impact was particularly strong, and I will try to make use of this Fate Dao force in the future.

Ning Qi had a premonition that if he frequently observed and comprehended the Dao tea tree, he would benefit greatly.

However, the tea trees still need to grow.

He laughed:

"We'll try to get it to grow a few tea leaves within two years, so everyone can enjoy them at the True Martial Peach Gathering."

Ning Qi is confident.

The beginning is always the hardest, but now that the most difficult step has been completed, the rest of the training will fall into place naturally.

He was curious whether the effects of the Enlightenment Tea were as miraculous as rumored, and he also wanted to see if the Enlightenment Tea tree could provide him with further blessings.

Everyone cheered.

Zhuang Chen, in particular, was practically drooling. He had already heard Ye Qinghe talk about the True Martial Peach Gathering, which was exclusive to True Disciple, and he was already incredibly looking forward to the True Martial Peach Fruit. Now that he also had a serving of Enlightenment Tea, he was even more eager.

Another month has passed.

As the peach blossoms gradually fade, peaches begin to form.

Many of the True Disciple have already begun to look forward to the True Martial Peach Gathering. Every year, unless there are urgent matters, they will go down the mountain for a relatively long period of training after the True Martial Peach Gathering.

But before the True Martial Peach Gathering arrives.

The Daoist Longshan sent a message.

The forces in southern Xinjiang have finally made some significant moves!

To prevent the news from leaking, Daoist Longshan personally returned to True Martial Mountain.

"It's 'Thunder' from the 'Wind, Rain, Thunder, and Lightning' trio of the Blood Rain Tower!"

The first words from the Daoist Longshan gave Ning Qi a jolt.

This is the closest we've ever come to the murderer. After years of investigation, it's highly likely that the "Lord Feng" who massacred Snow Plum Manor back then was the "Feng" from "Wind, Rain, Thunder, and Lightning." And now that "Thunder" has been found, "Feng" can't be far behind.

A flash of coldness crossed Ning Qi's eyes, then he calmly said:

Where is he?

Daoist Longshan gestured for Ning Qi to calm down, and then slowly began to speak:

"During this investigation, the nameless force that previously slaughtered the Divine Sword Sect has actually gone quiet. But Little Nine, the information you got from that woman who attacked at night is correct. The Blood Rain Tower and the nameless force are working together. Not long after, the Blood Rain Tower started to become active again."

"Initially, only bronze and silver-ranked assassins were deployed, but this time, it's gold-ranked assassins."

"I've received word that in seven days, two major forces in Canghe Prefecture will clash. The Iron Fist Gang has offered 'Lei' a hefty sum to assassinate the leader of the Black Wind Bandits. If successful, they'll likely take all the Black Wind Bandits' bodies with them."

"These days, they've been very careful, mostly collecting martial arts corpses through similar methods. Non-Self didn't already know the tricks they were up to, ordinary people would never notice!"

Daoist Longshan snorted coldly.

During this time, he endured the pain, having already prepared to wipe these people out in one fell swoop.

It was precisely because he had seven days that he made a special trip back to True Martial Mountain.

Ning Qi listened and understood.

Following the trail of "thunder" will inevitably uncover the Blood Rain Tower and even the bigger scoop behind it, provided that this clue is not lost, otherwise it will arouse the enemy's suspicion. Therefore, this operation is very crucial.

However, Ning Qi was confident.

His current strength and methods are far beyond what others can imagine.

"Little Nine, are you ready?" Daoist Longshan asked.

Ning Qi smiled calmly and nodded:

"Nature."

During this period, he devoted himself to mastering various secret techniques such as tracking, concealing one's aura, and pupil techniques.

The knife had already been sharpened.