SWDnovel Chapter 45 Account
Chapter 45 Account
Everyone quieted down and looked at Chu Tianyi.
"The reason why the Immortal Remnant Land allows low-level disciples to enter for training, but rarely has high-level cultivators reside there, is because its rules of heaven and earth are incomplete."
"It also possesses the power of nothingness that devours spiritual energy, exerting a strong suppression on cultivators."
Chu Tianyi said in a deep voice, "This kind of suppression directly affects the cultivator's cultivation level."
"The higher one's cultivation level, the more terrifying the suppression one experiences."
"Among them, Nascent Soul cultivators have only one-thousandth of their available magical power, and they are constantly under immense pressure."
"Even Nascent Soul cultivators face great difficulties and dare not venture too deep."
"Only when one's own martial arts cultivation is not suppressed so obviously is the reason why the academy allows its disciples to supplement their cultivation with martial arts."
Upon hearing this, Lu Ming was shocked. He knew that the Immortal Remnant Land would suppress cultivation, but he did not expect the suppression to be so severe.
Chu Tianyi continued to explain, "Because the sect possesses a small number of secret treasures that can resist this kind of rule suppression to a certain extent."
However, such treasures are extremely difficult to refine, and the materials required are all rare in the world. They can be called the most precious treasures of a sect and are of no small importance.
Therefore, each time it is opened, only one elder leading the group will carry one of these treasures to protect the disciples traveling with them. However, this cannot completely eliminate the suppression.
Zhao Ling interjected, her joking expression fading: "So, junior brother, once you're inside, don't stray too far from the main group."
The area covered by that secret treasure is limited. Once you exceed it, you will have to face the omnipresent suppression of the rules alone. It would be good if you could exert 70% or 80% of your cultivation.
At that point, forget about finding opportunities; even self-preservation will be a problem.
Su Wan added softly, "Moreover, because high-level cultivators are more restricted inside, the dangers inside come more from other cultivators who are also suppressed."
"Also, those creatures and residual restrictions that have adapted to the broken rules, whose own level may not be high, but are strange and troublesome. Remember to be extremely careful."
Lu Ming firmly memorized this crucial information and solemnly said:
"Thank you for the reminder, senior brother and all the senior brothers and sisters. I understand. I will definitely stay close to the group and act cautiously."
Chu Tianyi raised his glass again, looked around at everyone, and finally fixed his gaze on Lu Ming, his voice carrying a power that penetrated the heart:
"Lu Ming, remember, no matter where you go or what difficulties you encounter, Tianyan Peak will always be your support."
"I hope you will heed your master's teachings, remain true to your heart, and forge your own path to heaven in that land of immortal ruins!"
He paused, then said clearly, word by word, "We have prepared fine wine on this peak, awaiting your triumphant return!"
"We await your triumphant return!" All the senior brothers and sisters responded in unison, their voices echoing above the Guanyun Terrace and piercing through the sea of clouds.
Lu Ming stood up, clutching the jade cup tightly in his hand, his eyes slightly burning.
He downed the remaining wine in his cup in one gulp, then bowed deeply to the nine fellow disciples present, his voice firm:
"Lu Ming, I will live up to the high expectations of my senior brothers and sisters! I will do my utmost to return safely!"
Su Wan stepped forward and handed the brocade pouch embroidered with the auspicious cloud pattern to Lu Ming, saying softly:
"Junior Brother Lu, the Immortal Remnant Land is rife with malevolent energy and bewitching techniques; we must be on guard."
"Here are my newly refined Hundred Herbs Heart-Protecting Pill, made with morning dew and forty-nine kinds of calming and soothing herbs, as well as the more potent Spirit-Clearing and Miasma-Dispelling Powder. There aren't many, but I hope they can protect you to some extent."
Her voice was like a clear mountain spring, carrying a reassuring power.
"Thank you, Senior Sister Su!" Lu Ming solemnly accepted the pouch. He could feel the faint fragrance of herbs and wood still lingering on it from the alchemy process, as well as a trace of warmth. It was clearly freshly made not long ago.
At this moment, the stern-faced Senior Brother Mo Yuan also silently stepped forward.
He spoke very little, simply placing a three-inch-long, jet-black, cold-to-the-touch, shuttle-shaped sword into Lu Ming's hand, his words concise and to the point:
"The Shattering Shuttle. When activated, it can break through evil spirits and some restrictions."
After saying that, he took a step back and said no more.
However, Lu Ming could sense the sharpness contained in the shuttle-shaped sword and knew that it was no ordinary item, and that it must have taken a lot of effort from Senior Brother Mo.
"Senior Brother Mo's Broken Fiend Shuttle is a real gem; the materials are extremely hard to find. Junior Brother, you must use it wisely!" Senior Sister Lin Yue added with a smile.
Then Lin Yue took out several small array flags.
"Senior sister, I don't have much to give you. Here are a few flags for the Minor Five Elements Concealment Array. They may not be able to trap any experts, but they can still be effective in temporarily hindering the enemy and concealing your presence."
Two other senior brothers, whom I was not very familiar with, also stepped forward. One of them gave me a stack of Vajra talismans that he had drawn himself.
The other person gave Lu Ming a jade slip containing the characteristics of some known dangerous areas in the Immortal Remnant Land and tips on how to deal with them. Although it was not a valuable item, it was a token of their sincere camaraderie.
"Alright, junior brother, here are ten Thunderclap Bombs. Take them first. These are extremely powerful. When using them, you must stand at least a hundred feet away. Do not use them unless absolutely necessary."
"Take this and go report for duty. Remember not to tarnish the reputation of our Tianyan Peak in the Immortal Remnant Land, and come back safely!" Senior Brother Chu Tianyi patted Lu Ming on the shoulder and said.
Holding these various gifts in his hands, Lu Ming felt a heavy weight on his heart and was filled with emotion.
He bowed deeply again, his voice trembling with emotion:
"Lu Ming...thanks to Senior Brother, and to all the senior brothers and sisters! Lu Ming will never forget this kindness!"
"We're family, so there's no need for formalities. Even though we're far from home, the fellow disciples around us are the people we spend the most time with, so naturally we're family."
The eldest brother patted Lu Ming on the shoulder and said.
Just then, the eldest brother's sect jade token lit up with a communication light.
Chu Tian picked up the jade tablet and received the message with his divine sense, then frowned.
"Senior Brother, what happened?" Zhao Ling asked first.
"The academy master's lineage transmits a message from Tongxuan Peak, stating that because the number of new disciples recruited is significantly higher than in previous years, the new disciples will first undergo a combat competition before the opening of the Immortal Relic Land."
"The competition will begin in three days, and only the top fifty will be able to enter the Immortal Relic Land," Chu Tianyi said.
Upon hearing this, everyone turned their attention to Lu Ming, because this matter concerned Lu Ming.
Lu Ming met everyone's gazes with a firm look and said:
"Junior Brother will certainly not tarnish the reputation of Tianyan Peak, and will definitely obtain the qualification to go to the Immortal Relics!"
Zhao Ling laughed loudly upon hearing this: "Of course, every disciple of my Tianyan Peak is outstanding in the academy."
"Take our senior brother for example. He's second only to the two senior brothers from the Tongxuan Peak lineage, who are known as the academy's two prodigies. With our senior brother teaching us, our junior brother is bound to be excellent."
"This year's recruitment is quite different from previous years. The academy has recruited many new disciples from prominent families and even from various holy lands. Among them, there are quite a few with exceptional talents, and they should not be underestimated."
"These disciples have been cultivating since childhood and have the resources of their families or sacred sites, so their cultivation level far surpasses that of their peers."
"Although Lu Ming has made rapid progress in his cultivation after undergoing the Yi Jing and Marrow Cleansing by his master in his early years, he is still not as good as these disciples," the eldest disciple said slowly.
"Now, Lu Ming's only chance to fight these disciples is to continuously explore the potential of the Qingping Sword Intent."
"Junior Brother Mo, you are quite accomplished in swordsmanship. In the next few days, you should give Lu Ming more guidance, passing on your swordsmanship and the essentials of offense and defense. After all, Junior Brother lacks experience in fighting others." Chu Tianyi said to Mo Yuan.
"Yes, Senior Brother. Over the next few days, I will suppress my cultivation and spar with Lu Ming." Mo Yuan remained as cold and aloof as ever.
"Lu Ming, go to Tongxuan Peak now to register. You can stay there a little longer and pay more attention to the other registered disciples. The more you know, the better. Knowing yourself and your enemy is the key to victory in every battle," Chu Tianyi said to Lu Ming.
"Thank you, Senior Brother. I'll head to Tongxuan Peak first." With that, Lu Ming took off on his sword and flew straight north towards Tongxuan Peak.
On the Cloud-Viewing Platform, the stone table remains the same, and the wine cups are still warm. Chu Tianyi, Zhao Ling, Su Wan, Mo Yuan, Lin Yue... the nine of them still stand on the edge of the cliff, gazing in the direction where Lu Ming disappeared.