Cultivation is just so scientific! Chapter 1804 - 948: Inventory Review_2

If Li Shiming were to refine this fifth-grade Gold-based Refining Material into a spirit treasure, even if he managed to resolve all the technicalities, the resulting artifact would merely be a spirit treasure augmented with additional auxiliary runes.

There wouldn't be a substantial breakthrough concerning the fundamental rules governing its creation, thus the quality of the spirit treasure wouldn't see an essential enhancement.

The disparity between such a spirit treasure and his prior creations would be minimal, at best an improvement in the materials used.

He set aside the fifth-grade Gold-based Refining Material and finally directed his attention to the sealed flame.

This flame was a Heavenly Mechanism Treasure, though its specific name remained unknown to him.

Consulting the Jade Scrolls, he unearthed the origin of the flame from their contents.

It was revealed to be a unique Heavenly Mechanism Treasure of the Infinite Sect, identified as the 'Infinite Immortal Fire.' The paramount duty of the Inheritor Great Ability within the Infinite Sect involved cultivating this 'Infinite Immortal Fire.'

The creation of a flame like the 'Infinite Immortal Fire' demanded a significant investment of resources and the accumulated efforts of the Inheritor Great Ability over thousands of years.

This fact constituted the Infinite Sect's most profound secret; should word of their capacity to produce Heavenly Mechanism Treasures leak out, numerous factions coveting these treasures but unable to acquire them would undoubtedly pose a threat.

Even for a formidable entity like the Infinite Sect, constant open and covert assaults would render their existence exceedingly precarious.

'Infinite Immortal Fire,' a fifth-grade flame, was not only a Heavenly Mechanism Treasure but also a Spiritual Fire of an even higher caliber.

Gazing at the 'Infinite Immortal Fire,' Li Yuanba harbored no desire to refine it himself.

Even the 'Six Yang Spirit Fire' residing within him was seldom employed; only Li Shiming could harness its full potential.

Prior to reuniting with Li Shiming, it was imperative for him to return to Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion first to report on this significant encounter.

Despite the remarkable speed of the 'Crossing Void Shuttle,' the journey back to the Central State Continent still spanned ten days.

This duration was by his design; en route, he diligently studied the newly acquired Jade Scrolls.

These scrolls contained knowledge deemed critical by Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao for attaining the Half-step Great Power realm, serving as a vital repository of information for both Li Yuanba and Li Shiming on their path toward that advanced stage of Cultivation.

Just before Li Yuanba's return to Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion, news emanated from the White Emperor Sect on the West Yan Continent: Li Yuanba had successfully slain Zhao Zhao, a Half-step Great Power affiliated with the Infinite Sect.

The White Emperor Sect's dissemination of this information was deliberate. The Central State Continent had historically been the preeminent region within the Cultivation World, housing approximately eight super forces and occupying the geographical and political center.

Recently, Li Yuanba's ascendancy had considerably diminished the influence of several preeminent forces within the Central State Continent.

This shift presented an opportune moment for super forces from outside the Central State; they unanimously hoped for increased turmoil within the Central State Continent, thereby creating an avenue for them to expand their influence into this vital region.

Circulating the details of the confrontation between Li Yuanba and the Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao would inevitably intensify the already strained relations between Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion and the Infinite Sect.

Naturally, this action by the White Emperor Sect also served to indirectly amplify Li Yuanba's renown.

If prior reports of Li Shiming vanquishing a Half-step Great Power were dismissed as mere rumor, then the account of Li Yuanba's defeat of Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao was officially acknowledged by a Great Ability from the White Emperor Sect.

Consequently, Li Yuanba's fame surged, eclipsing even Li Shiming's, and he became recognized as the foremost prodigy below the Great Ability realm.

Thus, upon Li Yuanba's arrival at Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion, every Sword Cultivator he encountered regarded him with profound admiration.

He remained oblivious to these developments until he accessed the latest intelligence via his Identity Jade Disc, confirming that his battle with the Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao had indeed been publicized.

"Sword Elder!" he exclaimed, standing before Sword Elder's cave abode. He was promptly ushered into the hall without delay, where he beheld Sword Elder's avatar. After a respectful bow, he offered his greeting.

"Yuanba, I received word regarding the Infinite Sect dispatching Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao. Did you truly manage to slay the Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao?" Sword Elder inquired, seeking confirmation. The primary reason for his doubt stemmed from the sheer incredulity of the news; even with his extensive knowledge, its authenticity was difficult to accept.

The chasm between a Peak Great Cultivator and a Half-step Great Power widens immeasurably the moment a Half-step Great Power successfully establishes a Grotto Heaven.

"I was rather fortunate; the Half-step Great Power, Zhao Zhao, didn't recognize me. He mistook me for just a regular Great Cultivator and drew me into his Grotto Heaven, which then presented me with the chance to slay him!" Li Yuanba explained with a nod.

He naturally omitted the matter of the Duke of Thunder, as its existence was far too extraordinary to articulate.

Furthermore, the Duke of Thunder served as his ultimate safeguard.

Should this secret be revealed, even the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion might covet the method for refining such a Duke.

This could dramatically bolster a super force's combat capabilities. Possessing an expendable Half-step Great Power combatant would elevate the overall might within the Cultivation World by a significant tier.

Super forces depend on their Peak Great Cultivators to maintain dominance over rivals.

When a super force commands the power of an unrestricted Half-step Great Power, their conventional strength surpasses that of other super forces, granting them a distinct advantage in all disputes and contests.

Indeed, Li Yuanba's emergence has already upset the established equilibrium of conventional combat power among the super forces. The appearance of another such force would undoubtedly drive any super force to the brink of madness.

Li Yuanba couldn't even ascertain if the Sword Elder before him, upon learning of the Duke of Thunder, wouldn't forcibly demand the refining technique.

"Your fortune is indeed remarkable!" Sword Elder remarked with a smile towards Li Yuanba.

He didn't credit Li Yuanba's explanation but chose not to probe further.

After all, Li Yuanba was a junior within the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion; any secrets he held rightfully belonged to the pavilion.

"Concerning the Infinite Sect, I shall engage in discussions with them. Take some rest for now and await the final agreements from the Great Abilities," Sword Elder stated after a brief contemplation.

Li Yuanba's method of eliminating a Half-step Great Power, regardless of whether it was a one-time feat or repeatable, would cement his reputation in the Cultivation World as a formidable threat to those at that level.

Consequently, Li Yuanba's combat prowess now surpassed the standard of a mere Great Cultivator.

Having acted this time, the Infinite Sect might soon see other super forces making their move.

The reason was simple: Li Yuanba's overwhelming combat power threw the delicate balance among the super forces into disarray.

Furthermore, Li Yuanba differed from Li Shiming, who remained on the Dongqi Continent and did not vie for resources against the Great Cultivators of super forces.

Instead, Li Shiming focused on refining Spirit Pills for them, which is why, despite his strength, he wasn't heavily suppressed by the super forces.

The only faction that significantly constrained Li Shiming, the Yuqing Sect, now faced a devastating end.

Li Yuanba, however, was perpetually active, engaged in a continuous stream of tasks that resulted in considerable suppression of other Great Cultivators from super forces.

Had he not slain Half-step Great Power Zhao Zhao, the Cultivation World might have still viewed him as merely a slightly stronger Peak Great Cultivator, given that Sword Cultivators naturally possessed an edge amongst their peers.

But a Sword Cultivator capable of vanquishing a Half-step Great Power held an entirely different significance.

Sword Elder advised Li Yuanba to take a respite for his own protection.

For Li Yuanba's security, Sword Elder needed to broker a suitable resolution with the other Great Abilities, ensuring the preservation of the balance among super forces while also safeguarding the interests of both the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion and Li Yuanba.

"I will heed your words!" Li Yuanba readily agreed, sensing the genuine concern emanating from Sword Elder.

"I understand your sense of injustice; the Infinite Sect dared to act against you, and they shall certainly face retribution!" Even as an avatar, Sword Elder's radiating aura was astonishing when angered.

Despite having issued warnings, the Infinite Sect proceeded with dispatching a Half-step Great Power, an act that deeply insulted him.

Although the Infinite Sect's actions occurred on the West Yan Continent, Sword Elder was not one to be reasoned with; he was already contemplating the severe price the Infinite Sect would inevitably pay.