Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 989 - 425: Belief Power of All Living Beings (Part 2)

"What, we must relocate to a new Spirit Realm?"

"The Saint Ancestor proclaimed we are heading to Ning Qi’s world, correct? Is not Ning Qi a cultivator hailing from the Mountain and Sea Realm?"

If similar transmissions reached others, such as Sword Ancestor Qi Keqing, Zhao Yujun, and various other cultivators of the Mountain and Sea Realm, their reactions mirrored those of the Vast Realm's inhabitants.

Upon absorbing this news, their countenances darkened considerably.

Sword Ancestor felt as though his Sword Heart might erupt from his chest, a sentiment echoed by other cultivators of the Profound Truth Realm.

The elite members of the Infinite Sword Sect, once hailed as the Top Ten True Inheritors, exchanged looks of profound disbelief.

"Did we mishear something?"

"Are they suggesting Senior Brother Ning commands the sovereignty of an entire realm?"

Jiang Yingxue, fixing her captivating gaze upon Qin Minghao, inquired, "Junior Brother Qin, as you were the very first to pledge allegiance to Senior Brother Ning, is this news they speak of accurate?"

Qin Minghao, one of the earliest native cultivators from the Mountain and Sea Realm to follow Ning Qi, possessed intimate knowledge of Ning Qi’s origins. He offered a slight smile and responded, "Senior Sister Jiang, the truth will soon become apparent."

"Are you deliberately withholding information from us?"

Qin Minghao replied, "Since Senior Brother Ning himself has not divulged these details, I am honor-bound to keep his true circumstances confidential. I trust you will all understand."

Hearing his resolute declaration, the other True Inheritors ceased their inquiries.

Given Qin Minghao’s stance, it was clear that Senior Brother Ning’s affairs involved a significant secret, and they were reluctant to pry.

Although Qin Minghao refrained from revealing Ning Qi’s actual identity, his gaze traveled across the assembled group, noting their palpable bewilderment.

Feeling a sense of responsibility to support Ning Qi, he stepped forward and addressed the crowd:

"Why entertain panic or confusion? Reflect upon our journey since aligning with Senior Brother Ning. Has he ever faltered in his treatment of us?"

"Never!" The collective response thundered in unison.

"Then that settles the matter. Irrespective of our destination, does it truly present a significant obstacle for us? I believe we all concur that, above all else, our paramount desire is to continue following Senior Brother Ning!"

"Yes!" The affirmation resounded with conviction.

With Qin Minghao’s firm words, the pervasive confusion among the gathered cultivators dissipated instantly, replaced by gazes burning with unwavering passion.

Within the ranks of the Profound Truth Realm cultivators, many silently observed the expressions of those around them, all of whom had undergone reincarnation into the Mountain and Sea Realm from the True Martial Realm.

Ye Qinghe and Taoist Longshan stood in close proximity.

Ye Qinghe suddenly transmitted his voice, asking, "Master, does this signify that we are finally returning home?"

Taoist Longshan nodded, affirming, "Indeed. After dwelling within the Mountain and Sea Realm for what feels like an eternity, we are finally poised for reunion."

"It is quite unexpected that the cultivators of the entire Mountain and Sea Realm would not require our direct intervention. Junior Brother Ning Qi’s sheer charisma has swayed them entirely."

Taoist Longshan remained contemplative, his eyes fixed on the celestial projection dominating the Vast Realm’s sky.

"Regrettably, we are unable to offer him direct assistance!"

The cultivators under Sea Ancestor Zhao Yujun exchanged glances amongst themselves.

One among them posed the question aloud, "Sect Leader Zhao, what course of action shall we take?"

Zhao Yujun’s gaze drifted towards the spectral silhouette of Buzhou Mountain, as if perceiving the trapped form of Sea Ancestor within its ethereal confines.

She declared, "We shall accompany them, entering that newly designated Spirit Realm."

"But what of Elder Sea Ancestor…"

"No further arguments. If we were to remain here, do you genuinely believe we could aid Sea Ancestor, or would we inadvertently become a source of her worry? You are aware that Sea Ancestor places immense value on personal connections."

"….We understand!"

...

Within the confines of the cave space.

The once withered, yellow branch had been transmuted by Mountain Ancestor into a formidable black Divine Sword, now firmly grasped in his hand.

With a swift, arcing motion, the blade sliced through the air, aimed directly at Ning Qi.

Even before contact, the sheer force of its trajectory had already gouged a terrifying fissure into the very fabric of the cave space.

Ka-cha!

The entirety of the space, bisected by the sword’s relentless sweep, instantly fractured into a disjointed, misaligned expanse.

Before him, Ning Qi observed this devastating sword strike with an unnerving lack of evasive intention.

His right hand, moving with the delicate grace of a master lutenist, reached into the fractured void, emerging moments later to reveal a fresh, verdant, and luminous branch.

Ning Qi had instructed his main body to detach this branch from the Enlightenment Realm Tree and deliver it through his Storage Space.

Mountain Ancestor’s pupils constricted reflexively at the sight.

He mused internally, "Could this be a branch severed from the Seed of Jianmu? Intriguing, to employ the very same material as a weapon against me… Humph, what blatant arrogance!"

The black Divine Sword in his grip accelerated its swing, its razor-sharp edge now a mere hair’s breadth from Ning Qi.

As Ning Qi tightened his hold on the emerald branch, his entire being underwent a profound and instantaneous transformation.

The very essence of an ultimate Sword Cultivator radiated outwards, and the verdant branch instantaneously transformed into a streak of green light, appearing to morph into a divine blade.

Clang!

The dark Divine Sword clashed violently against the emerald streak. Ning Qi, arriving slightly later, managed to intercept the black Divine Sword with the sword-shaped green light he held in his hand.

With the impact, both combatants could keenly sense the power emanating from the other.

Ning Qi discerned that the sword wielded by Mountain Ancestor was imbued with an aura of death, a force bent on absolute destruction, yet it also contained Mountain Ancestor’s unadulterated power and masculine vitality!

Conversely, Mountain Ancestor perceived that the green light sword held by Ning Qi was brimming with boundless life force and vitality, further radiating Ning Qi’s supreme Sword Intent!

Although not a devoted Sword Cultivator, Mountain Ancestor’s martial techniques were exceptionally masculine in nature, enabling him to wield his sword with prowess not significantly inferior to Ning Qi’s.

In the very next moment, both individuals unleashed their respective weapons simultaneously.

Commencing slowly and accelerating rapidly, they integrated various Divine Techniques into their Sword Artifacts.

Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!

Their figures became a blur, moving at speeds beyond comprehension; spectators outside could only witness two afterimages furiously clashing within the confines of the cave.

Their astonished gazes were fixed upon the projection displayed across the sky of the Vast Realm.

The entire cavernous space had transformed into a battleground, a realm of destruction for one and rebirth for the other!

The area surrounding Mountain Ancestor’s position was completely obliterated, his form subsequently manifesting within an even vaster expanse, the very hidden abode of the Saint Ancestor.

The preceding cave space and the Saint Ancestor’s dwelling were akin to two distinct layers within an egg.

The cave represented the yolk, while the dwelling was the egg white.

Mountain Ancestor’s combat power surged dramatically, utterly shattering his section of the yolk and emerging into a significantly larger yolk-like domain.

Meanwhile, the space where Ning Qi stood remained entirely undisturbed; tranquility reigned supreme in his vicinity, utterly impervious to any external laws.

Those observing from afar watched the celestial display with rapt attention, their previous anxieties completely assuaged.

In the distance, various Spirit Domains began to autonomously break away from the Vast Realm, accelerating at great speed towards an unknown destination.

They were fleeing to a sanctuary, with their hopes and the burden of safety resting solely upon Ning Qi’s shoulders.

Whether it were the inhabitants of the Vast Realm or individuals like Sword Ancestor, all watched Ning Qi’s fierce battle against Mountain Ancestor, silently offering blessings and fervent prayers for his victory.

Unbeknownst to anyone, a pure wave of belief surged within every being, silently dispersing and flowing towards Ning Qi’s location, unperceived even by Ning Qi himself.

Ning Qi continued his relentless engagement with the scarred Mountain Ancestor.

Another violent clash of sword light ensued, black Sword Qi and emerald sword light scattering into the void like ephemeral fireflies against the night sky.

Upon impact, the two figures recoiled, separating and retreating backward.

"Hoo hoo~"

The surrounding space was a surreal spectacle: half on the verge of becoming a void, while the other half remained untouched, presenting a bizarre and eerie contrast.

Both combatants let out ragged breaths.

Mountain Ancestor fixed his gaze upon Ning Qi, his eyes reflecting an increasingly peculiar intensity.

He found it difficult to comprehend that Ning Qi could sustain such a prolonged engagement, yet the reality was undeniable.

What troubled him even more was Ning Qi’s apparent immersion and profound enjoyment of the battle, as if he were completely lost in the fervor.

An unnerving sensation washed over Mountain Ancestor as he perceived Ning Qi’s power steadily escalating!

Whether it was his fundamental strength, his sword techniques, his Divine Techniques, or his comprehension of the Dao, all aspects seemed to be rapidly enhancing under Mountain Ancestor’s perceptive gaze!

"Damn it all, what is happening?"

At their advanced stage of cultivation, achieving further breakthroughs was no trivial feat.

It was analogous to a diligent student striving for academic improvement; initial progress might be swift, but as they reached higher echelons, further advancements became exceedingly arduous.

Yet, astonishingly, Ning Qi seemed to defy this universal principle, his strength continuously on the rise!

Mountain Ancestor identified a crucial point: Ning Qi appeared to be continuously grasping new insights and concepts directly from their ongoing duel!

"This young man's talent is simply unprecedented in my entire existence, not even the inherited geniuses of ancient times or those from Buzhou Mountain could compare. Could he possibly be the reincarnation of a True Immortal?"

While the mastery of Divine Techniques was often attributed to innate talent, the question of why Ning Qi’s raw power was also escalating in tandem baffled Mountain Ancestor immensely!

Suddenly, a frigid voice echoed within his mind.

"Why are you hesitating? Can you not even deal with a mere junior?"

Mountain Ancestor’s heart plummeted with icy dread as he recognized the voice of the phantasm from Buzhou Mountain.

Those outside were oblivious to their symbiotic relationship, mistaking them for mere body and shadow, but the truth was far more complex.

The acquisition of the Buzhou Mountain heritage by Mountain Ancestor in the first place was an undertaking far more intricate than commonly understood.