After nightfall.
The entire Muchun Hall exuded a sense of desolation.
Under the escort of the Qingyi Bureau enforcers, thousands of disciples walked down Jade Mountain with deathly pale faces. With the execution of the sect's Old Ancestor and the sect leaders, and the surrender led by the Senior Disciple Sister, Muchun Hall no longer existed.
In front of the main hall, Ye Li held a sheet of gleaming gold paper and calmly looked at the pill formula recorded on it:
"The Spirit Gathering Infant Nurturing Pill uses two thousand low-level martial artists as its core ingredients, the Earth Core Fire Lotus as its guide, and the following other ingredients..."
This is the secret elixir formula that Muchun Hall has always regarded as a closely guarded secret.
Even pills refined at such a cost only increase the probability of breakthrough by 20%.
Of the hundreds of years of accumulation at the Muchun Hall, only two remain in its secret collection.
This truly refreshed Ye Li's understanding of the breakthrough to the Martial Infant Realm.
Is it really that difficult, or is the prescription simply not good enough?
Judging from the Muchun Hall's attitude, it's most likely the former... Ye Li sighed.
When he broke through to the Martial Infant stage, it was truly unstoppable, and he didn't even notice any bottleneck.
I am truly ashamed.
"..."
Ye Li put away the two pills, and then tiny wind blades emerged from his fingertips, instantly shredding the gold paper into fine dust.
"With a 20% chance of breaking through, no wonder Muchun Hall is keeping it as a treasure."
Watching the dissipated pill formula, Zhou Chen walked over slowly, clicking his tongue in amazement. He had just heard about this from elsewhere. "If this pill formula were out in the outside world, I wonder how many Divine Mansion Realm martial artists would go crazy for it."
"By choosing to destroy it, you are indirectly saving countless martial artists."
As he spoke, a deep respect welled up in his eyes as he looked at Ye Li.
In Zhou Chen's view, the other party had just broken through to the Martial Infant stage, so he naturally had a deep understanding of the difficulty of the breakthrough.
Seeing such a precious elixir formula now, it's still manageable that they can destroy it without hesitation...
This kind of courage is truly extraordinary; no wonder General Ye can be the Arbiter.
Upon hearing this, Ye Li remained noncommittal.
He withdrew his hand and asked, "What's wrong?"
Zhou Chen dared not delay and immediately stated his purpose. "General, General Yang's men have something to discuss with you."
"General Yang?"
Ye Li hesitated for a moment, then said without further thought, "Let him come over."
"Yes."
Soon, an unfamiliar law enforcement officer, led by Zhou Chen, strode over.
He looked respectful, holding a small gun charm and a gold-embossed invitation in his hands.
"General Ye."
The law enforcement officer presented the items to Ye Li and said politely:
"This is Protective Spear Talisman given to you by General Yang for your self-defense. He specially sent me to deliver it."
As he spoke, he glanced around and couldn't help but feel a deep sense of shock.
At Ye Li's age, he actually led a team to destroy a massive Mountain Gate guarded by the Martial Infant Realm cultivator.
Such a terrifying record is something even General Yang back then could not match.
Thank you for his kindness.
Ye Li casually picked up the gun talisman.
Although he had never seen such a thing before, he could sense some clues from the energy contained in the gun talisman.
It's a one-time use item, similar to a full-force attack.
After the judgment is completed.
Ye Li put away the gun talisman and turned to look at the invitation. "And what's this?"
"This is an invitation from the Federation Government."
The enforcer handed it over, explaining, "The [Secret Realm of Kings], which opens once every fifty years, is about to begin. We cordially invite martial artists within Huaxia who have not yet broken through to the Grandmaster level to participate."
"Huaxia had two openings this time, and General Yang believed you were the most suitable candidate, so he gave you one of them."
"The Secret Realm of Kings?"
Ye Li became somewhat interested. International events like this, which invite many countries, often provide an opportunity to encounter renowned martial artists from all over the world.
Depending on the relationship between the two countries, there may be friendly exchanges or confrontational exchanges.
Judging from the international situation in Huaxia...
That's definitely something we should go check out.
Thinking of this, Ye Li looked at the other person and asked as if to confirm, "Are all those participating in this Secret Realm at the Martial Infant Realm?"
"Don't worry, there are quite a few people at the Divine Mansion Realm like you."
It seemed they were afraid Ye Li wouldn't understand the importance of this invitation.
The law enforcement officer then added solemnly:
"This [Secret Realm of Kings] holds immense secrets, containing the insights of many kings of the Federation. It will greatly help you in comprehending the Golden Body Technique in the future. Would you like to go and take a look?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Li nodded slightly.
After a moment, he looked up and asked, "I'd like to know, who did the General Administration give the other spot to?"
"To be honest, I have a teacher at Fengyun University who has been training at the Martial Infant Realm for many years. She has a strong will and will most likely break through to the Grandmaster Realm in the future."
"I think she'd be perfect for this Secret Realm too."
After saying that, he looked towards the main hall behind him and said, "I can give up both the spear token and this achievement. I wonder if I could exchange it for this second spot from the General Administration?"
Zhou Chen and the law enforcement officer were both taken aback by these words.
The former was shocked by Ye Li's choice.
As a close follower sent by Yang Qingshan, he was no stranger to the [Protective Spear Talisman] containing the full force of Hanxia Gun God's attack.
It is no exaggeration to say that whoever possesses this talisman will have to avoid Martial Infant Realm stage.
This talisman is not only extremely difficult to make, but also requires a great deal of mental effort.
Even Yang Qingshan himself has only made this one spear talisman over the years.
To describe it as priceless would be no exaggeration.
The other party was actually willing to use it to help their own teacher obtain a spot?
Such a character... truly worthy of being the Arbiter!
Zhou Chen's breathing became heavy, and his gaze toward Ye Li grew increasingly fervent.
With a leader like this, how could you possibly have a bad life in the future?!
Soon, the law enforcement officer recovered and hurriedly asked:
"General Ye, is the division commander you mentioned Principal Zuo Qingyu?"
Speaking of Fengyun University, those who have a high probability of breaking through to the Grandmaster level are also qualified to be considered as one of their own by this young Arbiter.
It seems that only Principal Zuo could do that.
Ye Li nodded slightly. "Exactly."
He hadn't repaid Zuo Qingyu's favor yet, so now that he had the opportunity, he naturally wanted to help her.
"Then you don't need to do that."
The enforcer breathed a sigh of relief, then said respectfully, "As far as I know, Principal Zuo has already gone once and has long since comprehended his own Golden Body Technique, so there's no point in him going again."
"I see..."
Ye Li's lips twitched slightly; he had almost forgotten that the old man was already several hundred years old.
That's good. If Zuo Qingyu accompanies him, he will surely lend a helping hand when he faces the heroes of various countries.
That would greatly reduce the Malice Points that can be earned.
Strangers don't have this concern...
Ye Li coughed twice and looked at the law enforcer again. "When do we depart?"
"General, a special plane will come to pick you up in two days."
The enforcer bowed and presented the gold-embossed invitation to Ye Li, saying, "The fate within the Secret Realm is uncertain; General Ye, please be careful."
Ye Li reached out and took it, his voice calm:
"I see."