Chapter 1636 - 198: Seclusion

Chapter 1636: Chapter 198: Seclusion

The Lotus Forbidden Land is illuminated by heavenly light.

Though it is sunset outside, the interior of the Forbidden Land is brightly lit, with sword fire flickering everywhere.

Shuang Sui followed Jiang Miaoyin into the Forbidden Land, standing cautiously behind her fellow disciples, silently savoring that voice she had just heard.

That voice was like a spring breeze, like a gentle rain.

It made one’s heart feel a sense of closeness and strength.

Lifting her head to gaze ahead.

Where the sword fire and heavenly light shone, there sat a young figure.

Could that be the Mysterious Robe Sect Leader of Da Sui Sword Palace?

Shuang Sui had traveled all the way from the South Border.

She heard that there were once a hundred thousand evil cultivators in the South Border, all wiped out by the Mysterious Robe Sect Leader with a single sword.

She heard that the Mysterious Robe Sect Leader was the number one sword cultivator in the world in a millennium.

She had heard countless stories of Xie Xuanyi.

Numerous people came to Da Sui Sword Palace just to catch a glimpse of him.

And now...

She had seen him.

Younger than she imagined, and more handsome than she imagined.

"Shuang Sui..."

Unexpectedly, the young figure sitting on the mat spoke, calling her name.

Shuang Sui became nervous again.

She lifted her small, black face, carefully watching the world’s greatest Sword Immortal.

"This name is nice, and the master you chose is also nice."

Xie Xuanyi smiled, saying, "Of course... you are quite nice as well."

Swoosh.

As he spoke, he waved his sleeve.

Suddenly, a purple light flashed from the stone wall in the Lotus Forbidden Land, shooting into Shuang Sui’s forehead, causing her to stagger a step, feeling a coolness between her brows.

In the sky above her Heart Lake, a floating scripture appeared from nowhere.

"This Lotus Heart Scripture is just right for your cultivation."

Xie Xuanyi spoke gently, "While you practice the Jade Screen Sword Skill, this scripture will provide some benefit."

Shuang Sui was stunned.

She touched her brow, not yet reacting.

Xie Xuanyi waved his sleeve again.

A gentle white light swept in, once again targeting her brow.

This time, Shuang Sui felt a warmth between her brows, above her Heart Lake, the floating scripture now surrounded by strands of sword intent, forming a lotus flower.

A strong sense of security arose spontaneously.

Xie Xuanyi smiled slightly, saying, "If you travel outside and encounter danger, silently recite my name in your heart."

"...What is this?"

Shuang Sui asked naively.

"This is the most powerful Lifebound Sword Qi in the world."

Duan Zhao sighed softly, eyes full of envy.

He scratched his head, muttering, "Master is so generous... Why didn’t I have this treatment back then..."

Though his voice was low,

it did not escape Xie Xuanyi’s attention.

Let alone whispering, in this Lotus Forbidden Land, even if one were to complain in their heart or murmur to themselves, as long as Xie Xuanyi wanted to "hear," he could hear it.

"Swoosh!"

Xie Xuanyi waved his sleeve, and another glow came from the side wall of the Lotus Forbidden Land.

This time, the glow shot straight to Duan Zhao.

This ball of light collided with the heavy sword on Duan Zhao’s back, merging together.

"Chang Chuan."

Xie Xuanyi said, "This Xuanzhuo has been with you for many years. After leaving the Lotus Peak, you may take it to the Sword Forest, find your Master Tongtian, and borrow some Sword Qi... Within two years, this sword can ascend to become a Spiritual Treasure."

This time, it was Duan Zhao’s turn to be stunned.

He reached for the heavy sword, sensing a warm Qi mechanism.

Could this be...

The breath of the Life Dao!

Although he had cultivated to the Yin God Late Stage, the quality of the Lifebound Sword Xuanzhuo was somewhat lacking.

Now,

with this thread of Life Dao Intent integrating into the sword, the interior of Xuanzhuo began to transform.

Xie Xuanyi’s gaze swept across, waving his sleeve time and again.

"Nianning."

"Go back to the Thousand Machines Cave Heaven, within the Boundary Stele, there will be an additional section of bronze inscription. Comprehending this inscription will greatly benefit your Sword Dao... If there is something you do not understand, you can go to Tianyuan Mountain of the Daoist Sect and ask Deng Baiyi for clarification."

"Xin Rui, Yueying."

"This is the third true explanation of the Path of Destruction. It transcends the Divine Soul and directly reaches Cause and Effect. You two can mutually comprehend and verify with each other."

"Si Qi..."

"This elixir, after taking it, can directly form a Tao Realm without any side effects. After so many years, you should now be ready to ascend to the Yin God."

"Huang Su, Qi Lie."

"You two are now in the Perfect Realm, it won’t be long before you can ignite your Life Fire. I grant you a wisp of Harmonization Sword Qi, if faced with Heavenly Tribulation, there’s no need to worry, unleash the sword Qi, if one attempt fails, a second Breaking Realm Contract remains."

...

...

Today, the wind in the Lotus Forbidden Land was strong.

Xie Xuanyi waved his sleeve repeatedly, bestowing one creation after another.

Spread to the outside world.

Enough to make countless people envious.

Except for Jiang Miaoyin, everyone received their own "Great Creation."

The reason Jiang Miaoyin did not receive a creation.

It wasn’t because Xie Xuanyi was stingy.

But because Jiang Miaoyin had reached a state where she had no desires or needs, the only thing she sought was a suitable "disciple," so the creation that Shuang Sui received surpassed anyone else’s.

A Heart Sutra, a Sword Qi, this was due to Xie Xuanyi’s "bias."

Treasures, Divine Skills, Magic...

The Supreme Treasures and inheritances that cultivators in the world desired.

With Xie Xuanyi,

They have all become fleeting clouds.

Though they obtained opportunities that outsiders dreamed of, everyone in the Lotus Forbidden Land displayed quite serious expressions.

They knew.

Xie Xuanyi would not summon them without reason.

They also knew.

Granting such creations... was not a good thing.

"Everyone need not worry."

Having done all this, Xie Xuanyi tidied his sleeves, smiling as he spoke, "Actually... the reason for gathering everyone here today is not just to grant creations but also to announce something."

"..."

The Forbidden Land was in deathly silence.

"I have retracted the Life Avatar, and from today onwards, I will begin my seclusion."

Xie Xuanyi paused, saying, "This seclusion may be for two years, or it may take longer..."

All these years.

He seldom showed himself.

But everyone knew that Xie Xuanyi was always present.

He silently observed everything happening within the Sword Palace from the Lotus Forbidden Land.

But once he entered seclusion, it would no longer be like this.

"I have spoken with Master Tongtian. If any major event befalls the Sword Palace within these two years, you may consult with the Master."

Xie Xuanyi smiled, "If the Master cannot resolve it, Chen Jingxuan can handle it... so everyone need not worry about the Sword Palace encountering trouble."

"Master..."

Duan Zhao could not help but speak, "Must this seclusion take place?"

Looking at the world today, how many can even match Xie Xuanyi?

"..."

Xie Xuanyi merely smiled.

"In two years, a tribulation will descend."

He spoke softly, "This tribulation will arrive from the north... To break through this tribulation, this seclusion is necessary."

Regarding the tribulation two years hence.

Many present were actually aware.

Not to mention Duan Zhao, as this prophecy originated from Wangyou Island.

"Master..."

Duan Zhao gritted his teeth, ultimately choosing silence.

Time flows, seasons change.

He suddenly understood the feelings of Xie Xuanyi back then.

Certain tasks must be undertaken by someone.

Years ago.

Zhao Chunyang sat on this mat, closed the Lotus Forbidden Land, isolating heaven and earth, and entered the River of Destiny.

This time...

The turn had come for Xie Xuanyi.