Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 998 - 430: New and Old Followers

Ning Qi bestowed the Vast Realm Will the title of Spirit of Education for the True Martial Spirit Realm, and the Mountain and Sea Realm Will became the Mountain and Sea Spirit, thus establishing positions for these two grand spiritual realm wills.

Having suddenly lost their former status as Realm Venerables, their identities shifting to beings under Ning Qi’s command, one might expect discomfort.

Yet, Ning Qi perceived no displeasure; instead, a flicker of elation was visible on their countenances.

The Mountain and Sea Realm Will had endured an eternal imprisonment by the Mountain Ancestor, its essence continuously plundered by the Seed of Jianmu or siphoned by the Mountain Ancestor.

Now liberated, its joy was natural and profound.

Similarly, the Vast Realm Will experienced a palpable sense of relief and freedom.

As spiritual realm wills, their existence was far from leisurely; they were tasked with the ceaseless maintenance of their realms, the perpetual repair of their domains, and the constant defense against the encroaching Sea of Realms.

Furthermore, they were intrinsically bound to their respective realms, unable to venture beyond their confines.

Now, the material shackles that bound them to the spiritual realms were finally broken.

With a subtle gesture, Ning Qi extended a finger.

Two spheres of seven-colored light instantly darted from his fingertip, embedding themselves into the foreheads of the two spirits.

The Mountain and Sea Spirit and Zhili’s spirit bodies momentarily froze, silently assimilating the radiant light.

After a brief interval, they regained their senses, exchanged glances, and saw mirrored in each other’s eyes the same astonishment and exhilaration.

"Realm Venerable, are we truly to be free from all restrictions?"

Zhili inquired, scratching his head, a trace of uncertainty in his voice.

Though the Mountain and Sea Spirit remained silent, its thoughts clearly echoed Zhili’s query.

Ning Qi affirmed with a nod.

"Complete freedom is unattainable. Your very existence is tethered to the world. Here, within my True Martial Spirit Realm, you will still require an anchor, which is precisely why I have enfeoffed you."

"The seven-colored light you just received contains insights from my personal cultivation journey. It will enable you to condense a tangible form, granting you liberation through an avatar."

Upon hearing this, the two spirits erupted in ecstatic gratitude, their thanks flowing repeatedly.

Nearby, the Saint Ancestor’s avatar observed Ning Qi, clicking his tongue. "Ning, what are your plans for me?"

Ning Qi offered a smile. "You possess a fondness for poetry and painting. Why not join Zhili in nurturing the inhabitants of the True Martial Spirit Realm? I am certain you can finally realize your aspiration of imparting knowledge here."

"However, all this hinges on the survival of your main body."

The Saint Ancestor’s avatar cast a worried glance towards the looming shadow of Buzhou Mountain outside. "Boy, do you truly believe you can defeat the Mountain Ancestor now?"

His expression was a complex mix, as if holding back unspoken words.

Ning Qi responded with measured calm. "Who can say for certain? The true outcome will only be revealed once the confrontation concludes."

The Saint Ancestor’s avatar averted his gaze, murmuring, "Even if you do not prevail, it matters little. I have contingencies. If necessary, as the Three Realms converge, you should be able to seize control of the True Martial Spirit Realm and withdraw it from this plane. That is also a viable option."

Ning Qi’s eyes narrowed slightly. "We shall discuss such matters when the opportune moment arrives."

Retreat was not his inclination, especially with the Ancient Road Sacred Map, pilfered by the Mountain Ancestor, still within his sights.

Moreover, the specter of Buzhou Mountain, conjured by the Mountain Ancestor, based on Ning Qi's observations through the World Heaven Heart Selfless Realm, might undergo unforeseen transformations as events unfolded.

"Very well. I shall tarry a moment longer before confronting the troublesome Mountain Ancestor. If you have no further concerns, you may assist me in guiding the beings migrating from your respective realms."

Ning Qi waved his hand, and they were instantly transported from the Inner World.

Following his directive, the Saint Ancestor’s avatar and the Mountain and Sea Spirit, Zhili, proceeded to comfort the displaced populace.

Above the True Martial Spirit Realm, within the singular, colossal floating Immortal Sect.

Since the integration of the Three Realms, Ning Qi had not only assimilated the Profound Truth Realm into the True Martial Immortal Sect but had also undertaken a complete structural overhaul of the sect itself.

Now, the True Martial Immortal Sect stood as the veritable Celestial Court of legend within the True Martial Spirit Realm.

It served as Ning Qi's own sect, dedicated to upholding celestial authority and maintaining immutable order throughout the True Martial Spirit Realm.

It was, moreover, the most coveted sanctuary for all beings residing within the True Martial Realm to aspire to join.

A saying is widely known in the Lower Realm: "True Martial establishes the Celestial Court; entering its gates is akin to attaining immortality!"

Ning Qi is certainly aware of this saying, though the origin of such a mystical rumor remains unknown to him.

Presently, the True Martial Immortal Sect is alive with bustling voices, creating a lively and exuberant atmosphere.

This is hardly surprising, as the cultivators Ning Qi had reincarnated into the Mountain and Sea Realm, and subsequently the Vast Realm, have all returned to the True Martial Spirit Realm following the integration of these realms.

These individuals were hand-picked by Ning Qi and are counted among the bravest cultivators of the True Martial Realm.

Naturally, the majority hail from the True Martial Immortal Sect itself, while other cultivators from the Lower Realm are presently awaiting Ning Qi’s arrangements within the sect.

The cultivators reincarnated into the Mountain and Sea Realm are doing exceptionally well; they had spent over a hundred years there alongside Ning Qi.

In contrast, those sent to the Vast Realm are still mere infants.

Regrettably, Ning Qi only managed to obtain the spatial coordinates for the Immortal Vast Realm just before the spiritual warfare commenced, reincarnating them there.

Yet, who could have foreseen that the entire duration of the warfare, from its onset to the present, would amount to merely a few months?

If those reincarnated had arrived in any form other than infants, what other state could they possibly be in?

At this very moment, these cultivators continue to materialize as infants in the main square of the True Martial Immortal Sect, eliciting both amusement and a sense of helplessness from the onlookers.

Laughter and jokes spread amongst everyone.

One person quipped, "I declare, all of you, just look at the might of our True Martial Immortal Sect! We can even dispatch infants to battle in enemy realms – a spectacle surely rare across all worlds!"