Cultivation is just so scientific! Chapter 1725 - 909: The New Alliance

After Li Yuanba concluded all his affairs, he entered a period of secluded cultivation.

This time, his retreat was markedly different from any before; his sole objective was to elevate his cultivation realm to the Peak Great Cultivator stage before emerging.

Under typical circumstances, resting at the Early Stage of Great Cultivator realm wouldn't be sufficient for such a significant leap solely through seclusion.

However, his current situation was rather unique. Not only did he possess the Peak Great Cultivator sword intents that were originally Li Shiming’s, but his personal comprehension of sword intent also vastly surpassed his current realm.

Provided the spiritual energy within him reached the necessary accumulation, he could continuously advance his realm all the way to the Peak Great Cultivator.

Within his cave abode, concerns regarding safety were non-existent. Located inside the Sword Cave Heaven and under the watchful protection of the formidable Sword Elder, this locale was arguably the most secure place in the entire Cultivation World.

He procured the 'Heavenly Spirit Jade Pearl' and consumed a High-Level Spirit Pill designated for Great Cultivators. Activating the 'Sky-Surging Sword Intent Technique,' he initiated the process of channeling the 'Heavenly Spirit Jade Pearl' and the ambient spiritual energy from the cave directly into himself.

The rate at which he absorbed energy from the 'Heavenly Spirit Jade Pearl' was not as swift as Li Shiming's. Li Shiming, with his five Nascent Souls, could absorb energy from the 'Heavenly Spirit Jade Pearl' at five times the speed of cultivators of equivalent levels.

Consequently, Li Yuanba was determined not to squander any opportunity to accelerate his cultivation. He pushed the High-Level Spirit Pill for Great Cultivators to the maximum dosage he could tolerate. Coupled with the Sword Cave Heaven's environment, where the internal spiritual energy was perfectly attuned for sword cultivators practicing the 'Sky-Surging Sword Intent Technique,' his progress was significantly enhanced.

Based on these factors, he estimated the duration of this seclusion would be approximately sixty to eighty years.

The precise duration remained indeterminate because as his cultivation progressed, both his energy absorption rate and the efficiency of his cultivation technique's operation were subject to change.

Prior to commencing his seclusion, Li Yuanba entrusted the responsibility of alchemy to Jian Wuwei. Jian Wuwei was meticulously coordinating with Li Shizhen regarding the arrangements.

Through intelligence gathered from the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion, Jian Wuwei had accurately deduced Li Shizhen's true identity, recognizing him as the former Li Shiming from the Beishu Continent.

This deduction was strongly supported by the fact that Li Yuanba and Li Shizhen had formed a friendship.

Evidently, Li Yuanba and Li Shiming had already been acquaintances back in the Beishu Continent.

Therefore, Jian Wuwei made the personal decision to journey himself to handle this alchemy commission originating from the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion.

While the Ten Thousand Beast Sect had, over the preceding decades, hosted a multitude of Great Cultivators, with nearly every Great Cultivator in the Cultivation World making some form of visit, actual diplomatic exchanges between major Sect powers and the Ten Thousand Beast Sect remained exceptionally rare.

Upon receiving notification of the impending visit from the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion, Grandmaster Hu promptly organized a welcoming ceremony befitting the esteemed status of the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion.

Jian Wuwei's distinguished standing was more than sufficient to represent the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion. Given his current influential position within the Pavilion, his formal visit carried a particularly solemn significance.

The Ten Thousand Beast Sect opened a dedicated passage for the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion's Flying Boat, which was then escorted for a thousand li by two Great Cultivators.

Jian Wuwei and Grandmaster Hu convened in the grand hall of the Ten Thousand Beast Sect. As Jian Wuwei's gaze swept the chamber, he noticed the absence of Li Shiming.

"Esteemed Mr. Jian, you are seeking Shizhen, are you not? He has recently experienced an inspiration and is currently in his cave, meditating on his insights. I shall escort you to him later!" Grandmaster Hu, perceiving Jian Wuwei's inquiry, responded with a warm smile.

Grandmaster Hu understood there was no alternative; Li Shiming harbored an aversion to such formal proceedings. In earlier times, when Li Shiming lacked sufficient power, he endured these events. However, in his current state, he was unwilling, and truthfully, no one within the Ten Thousand Beast Sect possessed the authority to compel him.

Moreover, Grandmaster Hu had no desire to force Li Shiming into participating in these affairs. As the foremost Alchemy Master in the Cultivation World, Li Shiming was permitted a certain degree of personal willfulness without incurring reproach.

"I have long held Mr. Li in high esteem and eagerly anticipate our meeting!" Jian Wuwei replied amiably.

He was well aware that when Great Cultivators sought alchemy services, encountering Li Shiming was an exceedingly infrequent occurrence.

In days gone by, Li Shiming would dispatch a phantom avatar for such greetings; however, now, not even the avatars were sent, with the Ten Thousand Beast Sect's own cultivators handling matters directly. Even the exalted Great Cultivators from various powers found themselves unable to meet Li Shiming personally.

"In addition to this, I also wish for the Ten Thousand Beast Sect and our Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion to forge an alliance. In many respects, our interests do not clash. I hope the Ten Thousand Beast Sect can assume a more pivotal role within the Cultivation World!" Jian Wuwei articulated another objective for his visit, employing formal language.

Grandmaster Hu saw no reason to refuse. The Ten Thousand Beast Sect, in league with Luanyang Palace, had reaped significant rewards when the Taichu Sect was annihilated, facing no repercussions from the superpower backing the Taichu Sect.

Luanyang Palace maintained a rather understated presence among the superpowers in the Cultivation World, whereas the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion was notably high-profile.

Following the formation of their alliance, the Sword Cultivators of the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion would likely be quite enthusiastic about offering assistance whenever the Ten Thousand Beast Sect required it.

These battle-adept Sword Cultivators were perpetually seeking worthy opponents when no conflicts arose, and presented with an opportunity to engage in combat, they would readily accept.

Securing such a formidable ally undoubtedly presented immense advantages.

Grandmaster Hu also surmised that the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion must perceive considerable value in the Ten Thousand Beast Sect to propose an alliance – this value was undeniably Li Shiming's mastery of alchemy.

This fact was beyond dispute, given that Li Shiming never declined an alchemical commission.

Jian Wuwei, acting on behalf of the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion, consequently inked a treaty with Grandmaster Hu, who represented the Ten Thousand Beast Sect. The terms stipulated were relatively accommodating, with minimal restrictions. Nevertheless, the true significance of this treaty resided not within its specific clauses, but in its very existence and the implications it carried.