Hidden Sword Sect.
On top of a high mountain, Liu Yibai sat quietly with his legs crossed. He was still adjusting his condition. In order to build the foundation, he must adjust his state to the best. Moreover, after the perfection of his physical body, he could continue to absorb the Spiritual Qi of heaven and earth, converting it into Innate True Qi. During this period, he was converting Innate True Qi. He wanted to push his Innate True Qi to the limit.
Liu Yibai was not in a hurry. He had already achieved perfection in his physical body. He could try to build the foundation at any time. He had waited for this day for thirty years. He did not mind waiting a bit longer. He must be completely sure. Only then would he choose to build the foundation.
"Senior Brother Liu. Three days ago, the Grand Elder of Nine Profound Sect, 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei slashed Guardian Primordial Mountain's True Person Yuan Kong Zi with his saber at Nine Profound Sect. The Nine Profound Sect announced that Lin Fei has successfully built the foundation and become a Martial Saint!"
Liu Yibai suddenly raised his head. A glint of light flashed in his eyes.
"Slashing a foundation establishment cultivator with a saber... Lin Fei, you are always faster than us..."
How could Liu Yibai not be shocked? Initially, the three of them had achieved physical body perfection at the same time. Even, in terms of conditions, the Hidden Sword Sect was definitely better than the Nine Profound Sect.
However, the first one to build the foundation and become a Martial Saint was Lin Fei. Moreover, Lin Fei had done something earth-shaking. He slashed a Foundation Establishment cultivator with his saber as soon as he became a Martial Saint. This is a major event that shocked the world!
"Lin Fei, since you have become a Martial Saint one step ahead of me, I can't fall behind too much. From today, I will try to build the foundation. No one is allowed to disturb me on the mountain!"
Liu Yibai instructed the people of the Hidden Sword Sect. Immediately, the faces of the people of the Hidden Sword Sect lit up with joy. Liu Yibai was finally going to build his foundation! The Hidden Sword Sect was about to give birth to another Martial Saint!
......
In a small city's inn, a carefree saber guest was drinking from his wine gourd, looking out the window.
Shen Lianxin returned to his hometown. A small city, which was also the place he discovered the ancient martial arts ruins. He didn't prepare for the foundation establishment immediately. Instead, he was adjusting his mentality and emotions in the mundane world.
This is his way of martial arts. He was walking on the Extreme Path! The mentality must be relaxed occasionally. Because once he starts cultivating, he would immerse himself fully into it. Being too tense can sometimes be a bad thing. Tension mixed with relaxation is the best!
Shen Lianxin, who had already achieved saber intent perfection, naturally knew this principle. Therefore, the bigger the event, the more relaxed Shen Lianxin was.
At this moment, there were many martial artists dressed in the martial world style in the inn. They seemed to be discussing something intensely, and their expressions were excited.
Shen Lianxin had sharp senses. Even if he wasn't intentionally listening, the discussions of those martial artists would still reach his ears.
"Do you all know? There has been a big event in the martial arts world recently, an earth-shattering event! Just three days ago, news came from the Nine Profound Sect. The Grand Elder of the Nine Profound Sect, the once 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei, has finally built the foundation and become a Martial Saint. And, right after becoming a Martial Saint, he slashed Guardian Primordial Mountain's Foundation Establishment True Person Yuan Kong Zi with his saber. The True Person of Foundation Establishment fell! And he was slain by a Martial Saint!"
"Martial Saint? Does our Great Chang really have a Martial Saint again? This is a blessing for Great Chang and for the martial arts!"
"The reputation of the 'Immortal Slayer Saber' is not in vain. He could slash a Qi Condensation cultivator before, and now he has become a Martial Saint, he even slashed a Foundation Establishment True Person..."
For a moment, the martial artists were all very excited. Under the excitement, they drank a few more bowls of wine. A hint of surprise flashed in Shen Lianxin's eyes.
"Brother Lin, have you taken a step ahead of me again? Becoming a Martial Saint and slashing the Foundation Establishment! Indeed, this is your style, Brother Lin! It seems it's about time for me to go into seclusion. I can't fall too far behind you..."
Shen Lianxin murmured softly. He put away his smile. There was no longer any carefree aura about him. He flicked his fingers. A small piece of silver landed on the table of a few martial artists.
"Today is on me!"
After saying that, Shen Lianxin rose and fell a few times, disappearing from everyone's sight. A few martial artists were slightly stunned. Seeing that piece of silver, embedded in the table, who would not know that they had met a master?
"Thank you, senior!"
Several martial artists bowed respectfully in the direction where Shen Lianxin had disappeared.
...
In Chang City, the South King's Mansion.
"Report, the southern three prefectures are in rebellion. Mo Wentian, the head of the rebels, has betrayed the officials and has currently seized three prefectures."
"Report, the southeastern rebel leader, Liu Shuxian, is rallying troops in rebellion, and has currently captured two prefectures."
With each successive piece of bad news, Ling Yao was at her wit's end. Recently, especially since the Supreme Elder's passing, chaos had spread throughout the world. Discerning individuals seemed to have seen the writing on the wall.
Great Chang was no longer sustainable. The royal family was no longer able to control the provinces. Princess Ling Yao was no longer just a princess. Due to Lin Fei, the "Immortal Slayer Saber", the Princess had even temporarily assumed some of the responsibilities of the South King.
There were four kings in Great Chang. In the east, south, west, and north, each had a king to suppress the chaos. The South King was responsible for the south of Great Chang. With military and political power in hand, he was one of the highest-ranking royal relatives in Great Chang.
In Great Chang, because of the martial artists and the Qi cultivators, there wasn't too much fear regarding military and political power. With the royal supreme elder in place, no royal relative dared to rebel, so the royal family remained relatively united at the time.
However, under the current circumstances, even a united royal family was powerless to cope. The territories under the control of the South King were engulfed in smoke and flames. The South was the tax foundation of the Great Chang Court.
"Speak, which Immortal Sects are supporting these rebels this time?" Ling Yao asked coldly.
She had long understood that even if the court's control over the provinces had weakened, it would not mean that mere rebels could succeed. Now, the world was shrouded in smoke. It was the Immortal Sects causing chaos behind the scenes. This was why the court, despite sending troops to quell the rebellion, repeatedly failed. The Immortal Sects were the root of all chaos!
"Our investigation suggests that it should be the Fairy Crane Immortal Sect and the Water Moon Sect."
"Hmph, two more Immortal Sects, neither of which even have a Foundation Establishment cultivator, dare to disrupt the world. They deserve death!" Ling Yao clenched her teeth.
These two Immortal Sects couldn't even be considered major sects that had existed for a millennium. Without the magic treasure to suppress the sect, even the court could step on their sect's gate and eradicate their heritage. But, unfortunately, it was a time of chaos. The court was powerless to suppress even these second and third-rate Immortal Sects.
At this moment, Ling Yao thought of Lin Fei. If Lin Fei were here, would these Immortal Sects dare to act so recklessly?
"Report. There's been a change in the Nine Profound Sect. Three days ago, news came out from the Nine Profound Sect. The Foundation Establishment cultivator of Guardian Primordial Mountain, carrying the magic treasure 'Sea Stabilizing Pearl', had invaded the Nine Profound Sect, intending to annihilate it.
The Grand Elder of Nine Profound Sect, 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei, has attained the Saint Martial status, appearing out of nowhere. With his saber, he slashed Yuan Kongzi, leading to the fall of the Foundation Establishment cultivator!"
Upon hearing this, Ling Yao's face changed dramatically. Her demeanor became incredibly agitated in an instant.
"You... Are you telling the truth? Lin Fei has become a Martial Saint? And he even slew a Foundational Establishment cultivator?"
Ling Yao seemed to hardly believe her own ears. A Martial Saint! That was comparable to a Foundation Establishment cultivator! Even more so, the rarity of Martial Saints far exceeded Foundation Establishment cultivators! Moreover, in the entirety of Great Chang, there hadn't been a birth of a Martial Saint for three hundred years.
Unexpectedly, Lin Fei had not only surpassed the founder of the Nine Profound Sect, but he also surpassed all martial artists in the past three hundred years and attained the title of Martial Saint!
"This news has already spread throughout the world, and it was voluntarily released by the Nine Profound Sect. There should be no mistake."
Ling Yao held the urgent reports from various regions in her hand. The urgent reports, which felt like death sentences, left Ling Yao feeling deeply helpless.
"Immediately dispatch the secret guards, carrying my letter to the Nine Profound Sect, inviting the Martial Saint to Chang City!"
Ling Yao gritted her teeth, making a decision.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Her subordinates withdrew. However, Ling Yao's gaze seemed somewhat dazed. Back then, when Lin Fei said he wanted to become a Martial Saint, Ling Yao treated it as a joke. Even if Lin Fei was stunningly talented, attaining the status of Martial Saint? That was simply impossible! Yet, who would have thought Lin Fei's bold words back then had now become reality?
In an instant, the news that Lin Fei of the Nine Profound Sect had become a Martial Saint and slain a Foundation Establishment cultivator with his saber had spread throughout the entirety of Great Chang.
The awe-inspiring might of Lin Fei, the Martial Saint, was as radiant as the midday sun! Countless martial artists were converging towards the Nine Profound Sect, desiring to pay their respects to the only Martial Saint in the world today! The Nine Profound Sect had already become a holy land in the hearts of martial artists worldwide!
Hidden Sword Sect.
On top of a high mountain, Liu Yibai sat quietly with his legs crossed. He was still adjusting his condition. In order to build the foundation, he must adjust his state to the best. Moreover, after the perfection of his physical body, he could continue to absorb the Spiritual Qi of heaven and earth, converting it into Innate True Qi. During this period, he was converting Innate True Qi. He wanted to push his Innate True Qi to the limit.
Liu Yibai was not in a hurry. He had already achieved perfection in his physical body. He could try to build the foundation at any time. He had waited for this day for thirty years. He did not mind waiting a bit longer. He must be completely sure. Only then would he choose to build the foundation.
"Senior Brother Liu. Three days ago, the Grand Elder of Nine Profound Sect, 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei slashed Guardian Primordial Mountain's True Person Yuan Kong Zi with his saber at Nine Profound Sect. The Nine Profound Sect announced that Lin Fei has successfully built the foundation and become a Martial Saint!"
Liu Yibai suddenly raised his head. A glint of light flashed in his eyes.
"Slashing a foundation establishment cultivator with a saber... Lin Fei, you are always faster than us..."
How could Liu Yibai not be shocked? Initially, the three of them had achieved physical body perfection at the same time. Even, in terms of conditions, the Hidden Sword Sect was definitely better than the Nine Profound Sect.
However, the first one to build the foundation and become a Martial Saint was Lin Fei. Moreover, Lin Fei had done something earth-shaking. He slashed a Foundation Establishment cultivator with his saber as soon as he became a Martial Saint. This is a major event that shocked the world!
"Lin Fei, since you have become a Martial Saint one step ahead of me, I can't fall behind too much. From today, I will try to build the foundation. No one is allowed to disturb me on the mountain!"
Liu Yibai instructed the people of the Hidden Sword Sect. Immediately, the faces of the people of the Hidden Sword Sect lit up with joy. Liu Yibai was finally going to build his foundation! The Hidden Sword Sect was about to give birth to another Martial Saint!
......
In a small city's inn, a carefree saber guest was drinking from his wine gourd, looking out the window.
Shen Lianxin returned to his hometown. A small city, which was also the place he discovered the ancient martial arts ruins. He didn't prepare for the foundation establishment immediately. Instead, he was adjusting his mentality and emotions in the mundane world.
This is his way of martial arts. He was walking on the Extreme Path! The mentality must be relaxed occasionally. Because once he starts cultivating, he would immerse himself fully into it. Being too tense can sometimes be a bad thing. Tension mixed with relaxation is the best!
Shen Lianxin, who had already achieved saber intent perfection, naturally knew this principle. Therefore, the bigger the event, the more relaxed Shen Lianxin was.
At this moment, there were many martial artists dressed in the martial world style in the inn. They seemed to be discussing something intensely, and their expressions were excited.
Shen Lianxin had sharp senses. Even if he wasn't intentionally listening, the discussions of those martial artists would still reach his ears.
"Do you all know? There has been a big event in the martial arts world recently, an earth-shattering event! Just three days ago, news came from the Nine Profound Sect. The Grand Elder of the Nine Profound Sect, the once 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei, has finally built the foundation and become a Martial Saint. And, right after becoming a Martial Saint, he slashed Guardian Primordial Mountain's Foundation Establishment True Person Yuan Kong Zi with his saber. The True Person of Foundation Establishment fell! And he was slain by a Martial Saint!"
"Martial Saint? Does our Great Chang really have a Martial Saint again? This is a blessing for Great Chang and for the martial arts!"
"The reputation of the 'Immortal Slayer Saber' is not in vain. He could slash a Qi Condensation cultivator before, and now he has become a Martial Saint, he even slashed a Foundation Establishment True Person..."
For a moment, the martial artists were all very excited. Under the excitement, they drank a few more bowls of wine. A hint of surprise flashed in Shen Lianxin's eyes.
"Brother Lin, have you taken a step ahead of me again? Becoming a Martial Saint and slashing the Foundation Establishment! Indeed, this is your style, Brother Lin! It seems it's about time for me to go into seclusion. I can't fall too far behind you..."
Shen Lianxin murmured softly. He put away his smile. There was no longer any carefree aura about him. He flicked his fingers. A small piece of silver landed on the table of a few martial artists.
"Today is on me!"
After saying that, Shen Lianxin rose and fell a few times, disappearing from everyone's sight. A few martial artists were slightly stunned. Seeing that piece of silver, embedded in the table, who would not know that they had met a master?
"Thank you, senior!"
Several martial artists bowed respectfully in the direction where Shen Lianxin had disappeared.
...
In Chang City, the South King's Mansion.
"Report, the southern three prefectures are in rebellion. Mo Wentian, the head of the rebels, has betrayed the officials and has currently seized three prefectures."
"Report, the southeastern rebel leader, Liu Shuxian, is rallying troops in rebellion, and has currently captured two prefectures."
With each successive piece of bad news, Ling Yao was at her wit's end. Recently, especially since the Supreme Elder's passing, chaos had spread throughout the world. Discerning individuals seemed to have seen the writing on the wall.
Great Chang was no longer sustainable. The royal family was no longer able to control the provinces. Princess Ling Yao was no longer just a princess. Due to Lin Fei, the "Immortal Slayer Saber", the Princess had even temporarily assumed some of the responsibilities of the South King.
There were four kings in Great Chang. In the east, south, west, and north, each had a king to suppress the chaos. The South King was responsible for the south of Great Chang. With military and political power in hand, he was one of the highest-ranking royal relatives in Great Chang.
In Great Chang, because of the martial artists and the Qi cultivators, there wasn't too much fear regarding military and political power. With the royal supreme elder in place, no royal relative dared to rebel, so the royal family remained relatively united at the time.
However, under the current circumstances, even a united royal family was powerless to cope. The territories under the control of the South King were engulfed in smoke and flames. The South was the tax foundation of the Great Chang Court.
"Speak, which Immortal Sects are supporting these rebels this time?" Ling Yao asked coldly.
She had long understood that even if the court's control over the provinces had weakened, it would not mean that mere rebels could succeed. Now, the world was shrouded in smoke. It was the Immortal Sects causing chaos behind the scenes. This was why the court, despite sending troops to quell the rebellion, repeatedly failed. The Immortal Sects were the root of all chaos!
"Our investigation suggests that it should be the Fairy Crane Immortal Sect and the Water Moon Sect."
"Hmph, two more Immortal Sects, neither of which even have a Foundation Establishment cultivator, dare to disrupt the world. They deserve death!" Ling Yao clenched her teeth.
These two Immortal Sects couldn't even be considered major sects that had existed for a millennium. Without the magic treasure to suppress the sect, even the court could step on their sect's gate and eradicate their heritage. But, unfortunately, it was a time of chaos. The court was powerless to suppress even these second and third-rate Immortal Sects.
At this moment, Ling Yao thought of Lin Fei. If Lin Fei were here, would these Immortal Sects dare to act so recklessly?
"Report. There's been a change in the Nine Profound Sect. Three days ago, news came out from the Nine Profound Sect. The Foundation Establishment cultivator of Guardian Primordial Mountain, carrying the magic treasure 'Sea Stabilizing Pearl', had invaded the Nine Profound Sect, intending to annihilate it.
The Grand Elder of Nine Profound Sect, 'Immortal Slayer Saber' Lin Fei, has attained the Saint Martial status, appearing out of nowhere. With his saber, he slashed Yuan Kongzi, leading to the fall of the Foundation Establishment cultivator!"
Upon hearing this, Ling Yao's face changed dramatically. Her demeanor became incredibly agitated in an instant.
"You... Are you telling the truth? Lin Fei has become a Martial Saint? And he even slew a Foundational Establishment cultivator?"
Ling Yao seemed to hardly believe her own ears. A Martial Saint! That was comparable to a Foundation Establishment cultivator! Even more so, the rarity of Martial Saints far exceeded Foundation Establishment cultivators! Moreover, in the entirety of Great Chang, there hadn't been a birth of a Martial Saint for three hundred years.
Unexpectedly, Lin Fei had not only surpassed the founder of the Nine Profound Sect, but he also surpassed all martial artists in the past three hundred years and attained the title of Martial Saint!
"This news has already spread throughout the world, and it was voluntarily released by the Nine Profound Sect. There should be no mistake."
Ling Yao held the urgent reports from various regions in her hand. The urgent reports, which felt like death sentences, left Ling Yao feeling deeply helpless.
"Immediately dispatch the secret guards, carrying my letter to the Nine Profound Sect, inviting the Martial Saint to Chang City!"
Ling Yao gritted her teeth, making a decision.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Her subordinates withdrew. However, Ling Yao's gaze seemed somewhat dazed. Back then, when Lin Fei said he wanted to become a Martial Saint, Ling Yao treated it as a joke. Even if Lin Fei was stunningly talented, attaining the status of Martial Saint? That was simply impossible! Yet, who would have thought Lin Fei's bold words back then had now become reality?
In an instant, the news that Lin Fei of the Nine Profound Sect had become a Martial Saint and slain a Foundation Establishment cultivator with his saber had spread throughout the entirety of Great Chang.
The awe-inspiring might of Lin Fei, the Martial Saint, was as radiant as the midday sun! Countless martial artists were converging towards the Nine Profound Sect, desiring to pay their respects to the only Martial Saint in the world today! The Nine Profound Sect had already become a holy land in the hearts of martial artists worldwide!
