Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 838 - 354: Second Phase

Various magical armaments returned to the hands of their respective masters.

Without delay, they lowered their gazes to inspect the refinements Ning Qi had performed.

Each cultivator scrutinized their transformed weapon, noting that not only had the impurities been purged, but the blades had attained a superior edge, and the inherent power of the rules within them pulsed with newfound density.

Waves of jubilation washed over the faces of the crowd.

No one would disdain an upgrade to their magical armament; although Ning Qi had merely borrowed their weapons, he had provided ample compensation in return.

They could not help but reflect upon Ning Qi’s declaration regarding repaying kindness and settling grudges.

Combined with the profound mastery of Sword Dao Ning Qi had just demonstrated, those wielding the magical soldiers felt a burgeoning sense of reverence toward him.

Ning Qi, meanwhile, had utilized those words to signal his stance, warning that those who chose to stand against him would face a grim resolution.

Having witnessed him effortlessly execute three Harmonization cultivators before their eyes, everyone possessed a crystal-clear understanding of Ning Qi’s nature.

This man was not someone to be crossed!

Despite lingering at the Integration Realm, he had dismantled mid-period Harmonization experts with ease.

Sharp-eyed individuals noticed that Ning Qi’s dominance wasn't solely derived from the buffs of a Domain Master, but also from his cultivation of countless rules.

His sword Dao dragon embodied a rule itself, and Ning Qi’s expertise with each one was enough to leave them feeling deeply ashamed.

Consider Liu Fuping, who had mastered the intangible Wind Rule, only to be silently dispatched by that very same Wind Rule at Ning Qi’s hands!

Ning Qi returned their magical soldiers and flew directly toward the remaining ninety-seven Harmonization cultivators.

Stopping at a respectful distance, Ning Qi performed a cupped-hand salute and stated, "My previous actions were purely for defense; I trust you do not believe I am targeting any of you individually."

The mouths of many Harmonization ancestors twitched reflexively.

Not targeting everyone?

Then why stage such a grand demonstration if not to intimidate them all?

Regardless, the confrontation must have been observed by the Realm Venerable, and the Sea Ancestor would certainly be informed. Surely, the Sea Ancestor would take a keen interest in this individual now.

Since this was not the moment for a standoff, the Harmonization ancestors pragmatically agreed with Ning Qi’s assessment.

At the forefront stood the initial wave of Harmonization cultivators from the war zone, their power levels typically resting in the beginning or middle stages. Had there been peak Harmonization cultivators among them, the situation might have played out differently.

Abruptly, Ren Boping, Lang Yingying, and others acquainted with Ning Qi stepped forward.

Ren Boping looked rather sheepish, acknowledging that they had failed to offer any meaningful support.

He inquired, "Brother Ning, what were your spoils from the venture?"

It appeared the Harmonization ancestors had held a secret consultation, tasking these familiar faces to act as liaisons between the parties.

They had already been briefed by their juniors that Ning Qi had traversed other realms to broaden his horizon and had returned with a wealth of vital intelligence.

Ning Qi did not hold back, declaring his desire for the two-realm conflict to escalate to its absolute limit.

"The Vast Realm has already seized the Northern Western Region. I believe the ancestors currently arriving in the southwestern realm will soon clash with the Harmonization experts of the Vast Realm within that territory."

Upon hearing this, the Harmonization cultivators turned visibly grave.

A Harmonization elder in proximity to Ren Boping stepped up to ask, "Domain Master Ning, what is the situation in other realms?"

Ning Qi cast a glance at the man and replied, "On the whole, our Mountain and Sea Realm holds the upper hand, but the burden of the war ahead falls upon you elders."

He offered a sunbright smile.

Just as further discussion was about to commence, the energy of the Mountain and Sea Realm suddenly surged into the heavens.

They looked upward to see the massive countenance of the Mountain and Sea Realm Will overshadowing them all.

In unison, they cried out, "Realm Venerable!"

The Mountain and Sea Realm Will peered down at them with a cold gaze, marked by a greater sense of Heavenly Dao indifference compared to its brief interactions with Ning Qi.

"Since you have arrived in this territory, attend to my commands. I shall consult with the Mountain Ancestor and the Sea Ancestor regarding the strategy, then relay it to you!"

They all gave their assent.

The Mountain and Sea Realm Will immediately issued the ultimatum: "You ninety-seven Harmonization cultivators have exactly the time it takes for an incense stick to burn to prepare yourselves. Once that period ends, I will shatter the boundary wall between the Western and Southwestern realms, and the Harmonization conflict between the two sides will officially commence!"

"!!!"

The hearts of the Harmonization cultivators hammered within their chests.

As soon as Ning Qi concluded his report, the Realm Venerable had already issued these marching orders.

Even more aggravating was the fact that the Realm Venerable clearly knew three individuals had perished, yet displayed no intent to reprimand Ning Qi.

Everyone realized deep down that Ning Qi’s influence might now exceed their own, regardless of the fact that he was still merely at the Integration Realm.

However, there was no time to dwell on such matters. They promptly organized their military ranks while finalizing their preparations for the upcoming onslaught.

As Harmonization members of various Immortal Sects, they had brought abundant supplies from their home bases specifically for this campaign.

In an instant, an endless supply of pills, magical treasures, and war gear began to be distributed among the soldiers.

The only ones left wanting were Ning Qi and the contingent from his Three Domains.

It could not be helped; Ning Qi’s lieutenants were originally from a remote Spirit Domain under the Mountain Ancestor’s purview, and the Profound Truth Realm possessed no such Immortal Sects, having been built from the ground up by Ning Qi alone.

The cultivators from the Fuyao Realm and Langya Domain had rallied under Ning Qi’s banner, and it remained unclear if their own sectarian Harmonization experts were even fighting.

Thus, expecting these established Harmonization cultivators to share their hard-won resources with Ning Qi’s faction was a fantasy.

Observing this, Ning Qi remained unperturbed.

He had always provided what was necessary and had pushed the cultivation of those from the Profound Truth Realm to their absolute limits.

As for the coming Harmonization battle, it would likely fracture into two distinct fronts.

The Harmonization experts would have their own theater of war, while those beneath that level would continue their brutal slaughter, which promised to be even more ferocious than what they had endured thus far!

Ning Qi rallied the army of the Three Domains to his side.

They stared at him with flickering hope in their eyes.

Ning Qi first swept his gaze over the Profound Truth Realm army before turning his focus toward Qi Keqing, Zhu Yanchuan, and the others.