Fruition Status

Desolate Halberd Heaven-Rending True Lord slowly turned around.

As he moved, this strange world seemed to "turn" around as well.

The warm sunlight flowing through the forest, the swaying emerald branches and leaves, the leaping rare birds and beasts, and even the magnificent and pure spiritual energy in the air, all silently completed a subtle adjustment centered on him.

Qi Yun finally saw the true face of this giant of the Northwest, the pillar of the Wuji Sacred Sect.

His face was not the dignified, old-fashioned, or otherworldly appearance one might imagine; on the contrary, it was surprisingly young and rugged.

Thick, dark eyebrows, a high, straight nose, a strong jawline, and a healthy bronze complexion.

His face conveys a sense of strength that has endured many hardships yet remains vibrant, with a natural, slightly upturned corner of his mouth that exudes an almost cynical nonchalance.

A pair of eyes, shimmering with golden light, deep and boundless, seemed to flash by with the fleeting images of nebulae rising and falling, and the rise and fall of all things.

The True Lord's gaze lingered on Qi Yun for a moment, the casual curve of his lips seeming to deepen slightly. He smiled faintly, his voice still carrying that unique, warm, metallic quality. "You've been to the Upper Mysterious Heavenly Palace, haven't you?"

"Boom--!"

These words, upon reaching his ears, were like a silent thunderclap from the heavens, exploding directly in the deepest part of Qi Yun's Purple Mansion!

His pupils suddenly contracted to pinpoints, and his usually composed and restrained aura uncontrollably produced a subtle yet undeniably intense fluctuation.

Although she tried her best to maintain a calm demeanor, her heart was in turmoil.

He believed his actions were clandestine, using Xuanhengzi's nautical charts to escape to the remote island of Yellow Li overseas, further concealed by numerous Formation Art. Even the Black Mountain True Person was unable to pinpoint his exact location when he broke through.

How did this True Lord know this?

Has the realm of True Lord truly reached the point of omniscience and overlooking all ages?

Just as Qi Yun shock, countless thoughts flashed through his mind, and he even began to think rapidly about how to respond and whether he would be punished for secretly exploring the ruins.

Don't be nervous.

Desolate Halberd True Lord seemed to be fully aware of the fluctuation in his aura at that moment, and casually waved his hand, his movements carrying a sense of nonchalance and effortless ease.

"It's just a crashed celestial palace. What's inside might be fortuitous opportunity for you lower cultivators, but for us—"

He paused, a hint of indifference and understanding, like an adult looking at a child's toy, flashing across his golden eyes.

"----It has long lost its meaning."

If you can gain something from it, it's both your luck and your skill.

The Holy Sect Sect's rules forbid disciples from exploring ancient ruins, as long as they don't get themselves killed.

His tone was calm, and his indifference towards the relics of the Upper Mysterious Heavenly Palace was genuine and natural.

Seeing that Qi Yun's expression had eased and his breathing had stabilized, Desolate Halberd True Lord stopped pressing the matter and went straight to the point. "I have summoned you here today to entrust you with a task."

"Please give your orders, True Lord." Qi Yun's mind sharpened, and he immediately suppressed all distracting thoughts, responding respectfully.

"You have now reached the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage, with a very solid foundation. What's even more remarkable is that you have forged the [Supreme Dao Foundation]." Desolate Halberd True Lord's golden eyes swept over Qi Yun again, as if confirming something, and he nodded.

"You've got some skills; you're qualified to go to that place on my behalf."

As he spoke, he raised his bronze-colored, muscular right arm, and casually flipped his hand in the air.

Without any dazzling light or spatial tearing, an object about the size of a palm, nearly perfectly square in shape, appeared out of thin air in his palm.

It was a piece of metal with a deep, dark bronze color, sharp edges and straight lines as if it had been cut by the most precise principles of nature.

All six sides are smooth as mirrors, and are densely engraved with countless ancient and complex seal characters, as fine as fly heads.

This object is called [Six Realms Heaven].

Desolate Halberd True Lord held the bronze block in his palm and explained calmly, "Its sole purpose is to traverse the cosmic barrier and cross realms."

He looked at Qi Yun: "I want you to take this item and go to the outer realms to retrieve something for me."

Outside the territory!

Upon hearing those two words, Qi Yun instinctively frowned.

The True Lord possesses immense power and his achievements rival those of Creation, having long since transcended the constraints of space in the ordinary sense.

With a single thought, one can travel through the vast void and overlook all realms; with a single thought, one can capture objects across the void, even across millions of miles of starry sky as easily as taking something out of a bag.

Why bother sending a Foundation Establishment Middle Stage disciple to cross realms with the treasure?

Something's fishy!

This so-called "outer realm" is probably a dangerous and perilous place that even True Lord incarnation would not easily venture into.

As if seeing through Qi Yun's fleeting thoughts, a hint of helplessness appeared on the rugged face of the Desolate Halberd True Lord, and a touch of amusement appeared in his shattered golden eyes. "Alright, stop guessing."

You bunch of brats from the sect, you're all so cunning and suspicious all the time."

"While that place may not be considered a peaceful and Pure Land, it is by no means extremely dangerous either."

At least for you, who possess the [Six Realms Heaven] and bear the Supreme Dao Foundation, it shouldn't be difficult to survive and return alive if you act cautiously.

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He paused, seemingly feeling the need to explain why he didn't go in person, lest this cunning little fellow continue to be anxious and affect the process.

He reached up and scratched his short, stiff hair, a gesture that carried a hint of youthful frankness as he grinned: "The reason I can't go get it myself is because—cough cough—I did something a little naughty there years ago," and going in would be a bit troublesome.

"A little mischief?" Qi Yun subconsciously looked up, his eyes filled with undisguised curiosity.

The "minor misdeed" that could cause a True Lord to be rejected by a region is probably by no means simple.

"Hmm, a minor mishap." Desolate Halberd True Lord said calmly, even nodding to confirm, as if it really was just a trivial matter.

"It's just that I casually picked one of the Fruition Status there."

It's really nothing serious.

He spoke casually, even shrugging his shoulders as if to say, "I really didn't take any extra."

"This isn't a big deal?!" Upon hearing Desolate Halberd True Lord said, Qi Yun's lips twitched involuntarily.

From Cai Kun, the Wealth Connects to the Divine, he had gained a preliminary understanding of the secrets of "seeking gold to prove one's path."

The Foundation Establishment True Person desires to attain the Dao True Lord.

One must attain the unity of the Dharma Body, the Immortal Aspect, the Fruition Status, and Samadhi to obtain that wisp of Immortal Golden Nature.

The [Dharma Body] and [Immortal Aspect] can be honed and solidified through one's own arduous cultivation, fortuitous opportunity, and insights.

This [Fruition Status] is the essence of the Great Dao, a rare fruit in the world.

Every certificate we obtain is one less available.

To seize someone's Fruition Status is tantamount to tearing a piece of their heart out of the very fabric of the universe.

For the heavens and earth that nurtured that [Fruition Status], it was a loss and damage at the very source level.

Thoughts raced through Qi Yun's mind. Suppressing his shock, he remained silent for a moment, gathering his thoughts before cautiously asking, "Then... what does the True Lord want me to retrieve?"

Upon hearing this, Desolate Halberd True Lord's smile widened even more. He waved his hand again, seemingly unconcerned, and said in a relaxed tone, "Nothing special."

He grinned, a mischievous glint in his golden eyes. "Actually, back then, I was too quick and accidentally picked two."

"Two?" Qi Yun's expression froze.

"Hmm." Desolate Halberd True Lord nodded firmly, his carefree smile unchanged.

"I brought one of them back with me years ago."

"The other one was left there temporarily because of the haste at the time."

When you go, take my token with you, and you will be able to sense the approximate location and unique Daoist aura of that [Fruition Status].

Find it, bring it back, it's that simple.

Simple?

Looking at True Lord's relaxed expression, Qi Yun couldn't help but mutter a few curses in his mind.

After a moment's hesitation, without immediately agreeing or showing any fear, he then asked another crucial question that had been lingering in his mind, "True Lord, please forgive your disciple's ignorance."

This matter is of great importance, so why not send Great True Person master from within the sect?

The Great True Person Master possesses profound Law Power and deep Daoist cultivation. He is also proficient in various Divine Ability transformations, and his ability to handle unexpected events and dangers far surpasses that of his disciples.

With them taking action, wouldn't it be a sure thing to reclaim the [Fruition Status]?

This is a very practical consideration.

There is a vast gap between Great True Person and Foundation Establishment Middle Stage, whether in terms of accumulated Law Power, stability of their Domain Heaven, or comprehension and application of the Great Dao's rules.

Upon hearing this, Desolate Halberd True Lord Huangji's golden eyes flickered slightly, and he patiently explained, "No."

"While the Great True Person possess formidable Law Power, it is precisely because of their profound cultivation that they have already condensed one or two of the Samadhis."

They have all, to varying degrees, become connected with [the Fruition Status].

If one were to enter that realm, they would be suppressed in an instant.

He paused, allowing Qi Yun to process what he had just said, before continuing, "The Foundation Establishment Middle Stage is the limit of cultivation required to safely infiltrate that realm."

That's why I chose you.

Is that so?

Just as Qi Yun silently pondering and weighing the pros and cons,

Suddenly, Desolate Halberd True Lord changed the subject and slowly said, "Rest assured, I never shortchange those who contribute, and I certainly won't send my disciples to risk their lives for nothing."

He paused, then said clearly, word by word, "If you succeed in this matter, bring that [Fruition Status] back safely—"

"I, this lord, will reward you with a [Golden Core]!"