Chapter 1065 - 552: Centennial Transformation (Part 1)

Chapter 1065: Chapter 552: Centennial Transformation (Part 1)

Painting Realm Treasure Mansion, Five Elements Spirit Root, cherished afterwards.

Xue’Er leaned against Li Mu’s chest, recounting the vision seen during the Crossing the Heart Demon Tribulation to Li Mu in detail.

"Brother Li, if the Spiritual Qi of this realm is depleted, the Passage Seal will collapse, right? By then, the Bu Mie Demon God will descend upon this realm, won’t it?" Xue’Er said worriedly.

Upon hearing this, Li Mu paused while gently stroking Xue’Er’s hair, then revealed a radiant smile: "Silly girl, don’t overthink it. The matter of Spiritual Qi exhaustion isn’t confirmed yet. Even if it does happen, we still have the Painting Realm Treasure Mansion as a Grotto Heaven treasure for shelter, no need to worry about Qi depletion; the collapse of the Two Realms Passage Seal is even more unfounded. Having endured countless ages without breaking, it proves its solidity."

"As for the Bu Mie Demon God, even if it truly breaks through the passage seal and descends upon this realm, by then, there will be Daoist Monarchs from the Profound Celestial Sword Sect to deal with it. Moreover, with a millennium passing, given my speed of Cultivation, I might have already promoted to a Mahayana Daoist Monarch. If the Two Realms Passage opens, perhaps I could ascend to the Upper Realm!" Li Mu added with a smile.

Xue’Er looked up, staring directly at Li Mu, her eyes bright, seeming to see through the subtle heaviness behind Li Mu’s smile.

Xue’Er slightly parted her lips, her voice soft yet firm: "Brother Li, although you say so, I can sense there is a trace of unease in your heart too. Please don’t keep anything from me!"

Upon hearing this, the smile on Li Mu’s face gradually subdued, a hint of regret flickered in his gaze, so he sighed softly and hastily apologized: "I do have concerns in my heart, though the Painting Realm Treasure Mansion can provide us shelter, it’s not a long-term plan. We still need to find a fundamental solution to the Spiritual Qi depletion. If Qi truly depletes, the Seal Array of the Two Realms Passage may not last long either, by then, there’s a great probability that the passage of the Demon Abyss and Upper Realm will open."

A flash of solemnity passed through Li Mu’s eyes, previously, after joining forces with Sword Master Feng to kill the Bu Mie Demon Lord, causing the Bu Mie Demon God’s attention and enmity. Once the Demon Abyss passage opens, the Bu Mie Demon God will surely go to great lengths to seek him out.

Having provoked such an entity, how could Li Mu not have this weighing on his mind!

"Regarding the Bu Mie Demon God, I indeed have some worries, its power is unfathomable. Once it truly descends, fear that this realm will fall into unprecedented crisis. Though I am confident that within a millennium, my Cultivation can be promoted to Mahayana, facing such a being, I dare not promise complete safety." Li Mu sighed, candidly admitting as he looked at Xue’Er.

"Brother Li!" Xue’Er nervously held onto Li Mu’s hand.

"Rest assured! The events of your Heart Demon Tribulation won’t occur in reality!" Li Mu smiled, returning Xue’Er’s grip, comforting: "Next, I plan to continue researching Divine Runes, seeing if there is an opportunity to elevate the Treasure Mansion’s foundation, continuing to increase strength in preparation for unforeseen challenges. Although the Bu Mie Demon God is strong, there is a millennium of preparation time, there’s no obstacle we can’t overcome."

"Brother Li, no matter what decision you make, I will fully support you." Xue’Er said earnestly, nodding.

The two exchanged smiles, that tacit understanding and firmness, seemingly able to penetrate all haze.

...

A century passed swiftly, time flitted by, taking away the dust of the past, yet witnessing the growth and transformation of countless cultivators.

The Seven Profound Sect welcomed its once-in-a-decade grand event, the sect’s recruitment and disciple competition.

As dawn broke, the mist-covered mountain gate of the Seven Profound Sect gradually emerged in the eyes of the world. On the ancient and solemn stone steps, gathered youths from all directions, carrying either a thirst for power, family expectations, or merely aiming for the legendary Holy Land of cultivation. Their eyes gleamed with anticipation and determination for the future.

As the sun hung high, the plaza in front of the Seven Profound Sect’s mountain gate grew increasingly bustling, lively beyond compare.

The youths gathered in groups of three or five, some whispering to each other, some gazing at the towering mountain gate with eyes full of endless yearning and admiration for the Seven Profound Sect. Among them were many with remarkable talents, some with an air of transcendence born with a connection to the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi; others were diligent, through relentless effort, finally having the chance to stand here, already at the Qi Refining Ninth Layer at a young age, just a step away from Foundation Establishment, pursuing higher realms.

The Measuring Spirit Root ceremony was about to commence, in the center of the plaza, a quaint Spirit Testing Platform was meticulously set up, embedded with several Top-grade Spirit Stones, glowing with mysterious light. Surrounding it, several Sect Elders sat solemnly, intense gazes preparing to rigorously evaluate each young cultivator.

Su Hongxiu, Liu Yuqian, Xiao Qingyun have now promoted to Divinity Transformation, becoming the new generation of Elders in the Seven Profound Sect,

Master Qingyang, Qin Wentong, Zhong Zilin, Ge Xinyu have promoted to Supreme Elders, retiring behind the scenes, entering seclusion and impacting the next realm.

Sitting at the foremost position, Lin Maosan, though only with Late-Stage Nascent Soul cultivation, became the Deputy Sect Master of Seven Profound Sect, steadily watching the Spirit Root testing ceremony below.

With a loud gong sound, the Spirit Root measurement officially began.

The first young cultivator slowly approached the Spirit Testing Platform amidst everyone’s gaze, gently placed both hands on the surface, closed his eyes and concentrated. Instantly, the gems on the testing platform lit up, colorful light intertwined, forming a complex pattern, revealing the young cultivator’s Spirit Root attributes and talent level.

"Water-type Top-grade Spirit Root, excellent talent!" A Sect Elder announced loudly, eliciting a stir and envy from those around; immediately after, another young cultivator stepped onto the Spirit Testing Platform, this time a Fire-type Top-Grade Spirit Root, equally exceptional.