I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2492 - 1114: A Broken Thread

Following a series of toasts, Chen Mobai departed early alongside Cheng Xuan for a cup of tea.

"Zhongli Tianyu has formed his Nascent Soul; the Kunpeng Lineage is already working on making him the next Orthodox Law Hall Master."

Cheng Xuan shared the information Yunhai had passed on to him. While Wenren Xuewei currently holds the position of Orthodox Law Hall Master, it's widely understood that Chen Mobai backed her ascension, so for Zhongli Tianyu to ascend to that role, he'll require the endorsement from the Weapon Dancing Sect.

"He's one of our own, and we ought to show respect to Brother Qi as well."

Chen Mobai no longer cared about worldly authority, and Qi Yuheng had brought this up to him before, yet the backing from the Jumang Lineage couldn't rival that of a Deity Transformation True Monarch.

"We'll simply stay out of it. Let the Kunpeng Lineage handle the arrangements."

Cheng Xuan gave a soft nod in response to Chen Mobai's statement.

The Jumang Lineage lacks a Deification powerhouse; without strong backing, they couldn't hold onto the Orthodox Law Hall Master spot for long.

"That said, we should notify Wenren Xuewei. She's served under me all these years, though stepping away from that role might suit her better..."

It's well-known that Wenren Xuewei once matched Chen Mobai's potential in the Immortal Gate for deification, but her laid-back nature and lesser resources meant that in the last hundred years, her cultivation has advanced only to the fifth layer of the Nascent Soul Realm.

Still, her advancement outpaces most other Nascent Soul cultivators.

Within the Immortal Gate's present Nascent Souls, her chances for Deification Transformation rank just behind Yuan Xu's.

"Alright, I'll handle that."

Once Cheng Xuan wrapped up the discussion, he rose and departed. With Deng Daoyun having achieved Nascent Soul Formation, he now qualified for certain Rank-4 resources from the Daoist Academy and Immortal Gate to upgrade his Lifespan Artifact. As the Immortal Gate's premier artifact refiner who attained deification through "The Union of Differences," Cheng Xuan had to provide solid guidance.

Noticing the descent of night, Chen Mobai recalled Meng Huang's attendance at the day's festivities, prompting him to teleport straight to her villa atop the mountain.

Yet Meng Huang hadn't made it back. As a top graduate from the Dance Tool Dao Academy and the Dao Seed for the Mystic Sound Method, numerous eyes viewed her as a prime candidate for Nascent Soul Formation, drawing constant attention.

"With two True Monarchs supporting us, the Dao Academy won't face shortages of Foundation Establishment Resources for Nascent Soul Formation. After Director Deng, it should fall to Junior Sister Bian and Junior Sister Meng..."

In the banquet hall, the women at the table, including the younger Bian Jingchun and Meng Huang, kept receiving toasts and praises.

"Oh dear, I'm nowhere near that yet..."

Meng Huang responded humbly. As she prepared to lift her glass, a sudden awareness hit her; her divine sense caught the message lighting up on her phone's screen inside her vibrating handbag.

"Apologies, everyone, I just recalled a task I need to address for the department. To all you Senior Sisters..."

Meng Huang's refined features showed regret as she finished her drink in a single gulp before quickly making her exit.

The group appeared confused, since the Arts Department where Meng Huang served was reputed as the most relaxed in the Immortal Gate absent major events. Plus, her presence at the Dance Tool Dao Academy's celebration was public knowledge in Red City Cave Heaven, so nobody would dare interrupt her then.

Still, the attention swiftly shifted to Bian Jingchun. Next to her, Meng Huang almost seemed secondary.

Bian Jingchun stood as a genuine prodigy, already at the Golden Core Ninth Layer, and Chen Mobai's comments from the memorial and at the table had circulated far and wide.

Backed by a Deity Transformation True Monarch, securing Foundation Establishment Resources for Nascent Soul Formation posed no issue.

Furthermore, unlike the other three major sects, the Dance Tool Dao Academy benefited from Chen Mobai's Nine Heavens Pure Spirit Purple Brilliance Energy, boosting Nascent Soul Formation success rates by a full ten percent.

"Junior Sister Bian, remember to invite us elder sisters to your Nascent Soul Formation celebration..."

A seasoned female cultivator grinned while proposing a toast to Bian Jingchun, who then set aside her wonder over Meng Huang's abrupt leave and engaged in the mingling.

...

Upon the mountaintop villa.

Inside, the warmth lingered several degrees above the outdoor chill, as winter had arrived. Frost patterned the windows faintly. Gazing out, the view blurred softly, blending a cozy heat with crisp cold into a distinctive mood.

After some indeterminate time, he let out a long breath and gently tapped Meng Huang, who rested atop him. She promptly slumped over, breathless and limp.

"So exhausting..."

Meng Huang murmured with a pout. Her cultivation remained modest, yet her Longevity Dao Body allowed her exceptional endurance.

Moreover, she fully surrendered, granting Chen Mobai the utmost ease and delight in her company.

"You've labored well. Take a moment to recover; I'll answer this call."

Chen Mobai soothed her affectionately, one arm encircling her form while his fingers toyed with her silky curves—not as voluptuous as Yan Bingxuan's, but still rippling enticingly. His other hand pressed to accept the incoming line.

The caller was Wenren Xuewei. Prior to Meng Huang's arrival, Chen Mobai had already briefed her on the Orthodox Law Hall Master situation.

Wenren Xuewei was open to relinquishing the post, yet the Jumang Lineage clearly held opposing views.

Pei Qingshuang, another Nascent Soul cultivator, had built considerable sway in the Orthodox Law Hall over the years, matching Zhongli Tianyu's, so she aimed to vie for it.

Chen Mobai remained indifferent, stating the two lineages could contest openly. In deference to her, the Weapon Dancing Sect would observe strict neutrality.

Against Pei Qingshuang, Zhongli Tianyu at least hailed from the Dance Tool Dao Academy. Wenren Xuewei found this pledge of neutrality more than satisfactory.

Chen Mobai had assumed the issue resolved, freeing him to savor intimate moments with Meng Huang, but Wenren Xuewei's call came unexpectedly.

"Peach Blossom Sage wishes to speak with you, claiming there's knowledge only you possess."

Chen Mobai's surprise showed at these words.

Peach Blossom Sage?

Could there be an error? As a Divinity Transformation True Monarch, how dare a simple Nascent Soul cultivator act so enigmatic.

"I'm occupied right now!"

With that, Chen Mobai ended the call abruptly.

Meng Huang wisely nestled closer.

Soon, the indoor breaths quickened once more into a familiar cadence.

...

Come morning, Chen Mobai, invigorated, reached the principal's office, powered on his phone from the previous night's silence, and faced a barrage of messages and unanswered calls.

He dialed Hua Zijing first.

"True Monarch, I've conferred with Minister Zhongli and relayed your wishes to him..."

Wang Xin Fu's Nascent Soul Formation had failed, leaving him in secluded healing, so Hua Zijing temporarily managed personnel affairs for the Dance Instruments Sect's Three Great Halls.

The Dance Instruments Sect's members largely welcomed Zhongli Tianyu assuming the Orthodox Law Hall Master role.

Unlike Wenren Xuewei, he at least graduated from their own school.

"When Minister Zhongli advances, the Enforcement Department Director spot will open up. Lin Yin of the Patching Heaven Group possesses ample experience and skill, and as your former subordinate, I intend to place her there."

Hua Zijing outlined various staffing decisions, to which Chen Mobai offered no resistance. Ever since Chen Xiaohei assumed the Forestry Administration directorship years back, Immortal Gate matters hadn't demanded his attention.

"Proceed however you deem best. I have faith in you."

Chen Mobai responded after hearing the details.

"True Monarch, one additional update: the release procedures for Yu Tianguang True Person are finalized; he's no longer confined from this point."

At last, Hua Zijing shared some positive tidings with Chen Mobai.

Yu Tianguang had unwittingly mastered the Devour God Technique and received the God Seed from Shenqi True Monarch. Per Immortal Gate regulations, lifelong imprisonment was his fate.

But Cheng Xuan had advocated for him once, imparting the twofold Divine Technique. Should Yu Tianguang excise the God Seed and clear Immortal Gate's departmental evaluations, freedom awaited.

The forbidden technique's grip proved more profound than anticipated, and only lately had Yu Tianguang managed to purge the God Seed's effects.

With the hardest hurdle cleared, the Dance Tool Dao Academy's influence hastened the bureaucratic steps.

"Excellent, I'll collect him in person."

Recalling Yu Tianguang's past favors, Chen Mobai rose without delay.

He had personally selected the imprisonment site years ago. At his present cultivation, no need arose for the Sky Curtain Ground Network Formation to pinpoint it; a mere flicker of divine sense sufficed to teleport him there instantly.

The local Law Enforcement Department oversaw the detention. Word of Chen Mobai's presence drew the Grotto Heaven city's departmental leaders hurrying over.

But by their arrival, Chen Mobai had already whisked Yu Tianguang away.

"I never imagined a day would come when I could soar unbound again."

High in the skies, Chen Mobai and Yu Tianguang glided leisurely. The latter directed a crimson cloud, gazing at the endless azure heavens and sprawling lands, tears of elation streaming down.

Chen Mobai dimly recalled Yu Tianguang's vibrant days leading Danxia Pavilion, brimming with energy. Now, after over a century behind bars, strands of white threaded his hair, his features etched with time's toll.

"Sigh, without this calamity, your aptitude might have led you to Nascent Soul Formation too."

Chen Mobai lamented. Qin Beichen, his batchmate who switched to Scorching Heaven Cultivation, had climbed to the ninth level of Golden Core, forging twenty-seven streams of True Qi.

For the upcoming Immortal Gate batch of Infant Forming Spirit Medicine, Chen Mobai intended an early release for Qin Beichen as well.

Meanwhile, across the last century, Yu Tianguang's sealed Dantian Qi Sea barred cultivation, though practicing the Twofold Divine Technique elevated his divine sense to Perfect Core Formation.

However, from cleaving off almost half his divine sense, the Purple Mansion's Sea of Knowledge appeared vacant and diminished, hinting at a falling realm.

"Simply inhaling free air satisfies me fully. Pure Yang, my thanks!"

Yu Tianguang expressed deep gratitude to Chen Mobai, knowing his release stemmed solely from this man.

"What are your intentions moving forward?"

As Chen Mobai flew with Yu Tianguang toward the Daoist Academy, he inquired.