Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2154 - 1547: Departure

However, Li Zhirui was exceptionally familiar with this locale and, sensing no latent perils, easily located the Purification Principle he had diligently mastered, promptly immersing himself in deep contemplation.

In stark contrast to the Purification Principle he had already attained mastery over, the Laws of the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm were primarily oriented towards the eradication of unwanted or detrimental impurities.

Put another way, the Purification Principle was no longer merely an auxiliary ability; it now exhibited a notable degree of offensive capability!

"Attack?"

A spark of interest ignited within Li Zhirui’s heart, as offensive application was a facet he had consistently found himself lacking.

While his combat effectiveness was undeniably potent, even meriting the descriptor 'formidable,' this strength was largely attributable to his Divine Powers and various Spells.

Yet, when peers could leverage the Laws to augment their might, he remained incapable, his mastered Purification Principle lacking this essential faculty.

Li Zhirui had ceaselessly strived in this very direction, recognizing that the higher one ascended in the Realm, the more pronounced the significance of the Laws became, but a viable pathway had remained elusive.

At long last, the opportunity to bridge this deficiency had presented itself!

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The passage of time became indistinct; it might have been a mere moment, or perhaps several decades had elapsed.

Upon reopening his eyes and disengaging from the Sea of Laws, Li Zhirui's countenance was adorned with a profound sense of satisfaction.

Though the duration spent in comprehending the Laws was not extensive, he had indeed unearthed crucial insights. As long as he persevered along this nascent path, ultimate mastery would eventually be achieved.

At that juncture, not only would he be able to further refine his existing Laws, but also significantly bolster his overall strength.

This represented the most substantial and gratifying reward stemming from his sojourn in the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm!

"Perhaps it is time to depart." A contemplative notion of leaving suddenly arose within Li Zhirui’s mind.

Although his comprehension of the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm's Purification Principle was in its nascent stages, he had, at the outset, surveyed the entirety of the Law in a comprehensive manner.

Consequently, the fundamental tenets of the Law were imprinted in his memory. The subsequent phases would necessitate only gradual elaboration and refinement, obviating the need for continuous, in-depth contemplation.

Undeniably, if he were to undertake the extrapolation himself, minor divergences might inadvertently arise during the process. However, so long as he adhered to the established framework of the Purification Principle, such deviations would prove inconsequential.

Therefore, Li Zhirui felt disinclined to prolong his stay within the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm, aiming to circumvent the accumulation of excessive causal entanglements that could complicate his eventual extrication.

Nevertheless, this inclination was purely personal; the specific considerations held by Fu Chengguang remained uncertain.

"Should I seek his counsel?"

After a brief period of deliberation, Li Zhirui rose from his position and exited the Cave Mansion. He deposited a Jade Slip outside Fu Chengguang’s residence, extending an invitation for a discussion following his period of seclusion.

Initially, he anticipated a considerable delay, yet to his surprise, mere hours later, the Jade Slip emanated a signal indicating a response.

Knock, knock——

The entrance creaked open, and Fu Chengguang emerged, inquiring before taking a seat, "What matter requires discussion, Fellow Daoist?"

"I am contemplating a departure from the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm. What are your thoughts on the matter, Fellow Daoist?"

"Hmm? What prompts this thought of departure when circumstances are so favorable?"

The intense conflict had long since concluded, the environment was tranquil and clear, and they were under no immediate threat of discovery. It presented an opportune period for comprehending Laws and advancing their cultivation; what was the urgency to leave?

"I have already reaped immensely satisfying rewards during this period of secluded cultivation, rendering further prolonged stay in the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm unnecessary. To forestall the entanglement of excessive causal ties, a prompt departure would be prudent." Li Zhirui articulated his intentions candidly, without reservation.

Upon hearing this, Fu Chengguang’s brow furrowed slightly. While Li Zhirui's rationale was perfectly understandable, he personally did not wish to depart from the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm quite so hastily.

The divergence in their decisions stemmed fundamentally from the contrasting nature of their respective cultivation methodologies.

Li Zhirui specialized in the Purification Principle, whereas Fu Chengguang delved into the Eight Diagrams Path, a complex discipline forged through the integration of multiple Laws, necessitating a more protracted and intricate cultivation process.

Moreover, his cultivation of the Array Tao demanded the mastery of numerous Array Patterns, which could be conceptually likened to simplified forms of Laws.

Consequently, Fu Chengguang harbored an internal hope that Li Zhirui might reconsider and remain as a companion. However, applying rational thought, he recognized the impropriety of such a request and the potential strain it could place on their camaraderie.

After all, Li Zhirui had already clearly stated that no significant benefit or compelling reason existed for an extended stay. On the contrary, it risked weaving additional causal threads, ultimately proving more detrimental than advantageous.

"In that case, Fellow Daoist should indeed depart from the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm at your earliest convenience. I shall remain here for a little longer." Fu Chengguang ultimately conceded, choosing not to exert any pressure on his companion to alter his decision.

"As a fellow cultivator journeying alone in the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm, one must exercise greater caution."

Li Zhirui exhaled in relief; he had no desire for further dispute, and this outcome was the most favorable. He expressed, "I trust we shall meet once more within the Void Chaos, and that we will be reunited."

"When we next encounter each other, may your cultivation not have advanced too far beyond mine!" Having settled the matter, a sense of ease washed over him, and he added with a touch of jest.

"Hahaha, those are words I ought to have spoken myself."

In reality, both understood with absolute clarity that barring extraordinary circumstances, their paths crossing again in the Void was a near impossibility.

"When do you intend to depart, esteemed Fellow Daoist?"

"There is no finer day than this very one."

Following their lighthearted exchange, the moment for their parting had finally arrived.

"Leaving already?" Fu Chengguang appeared somewhat taken aback.

"Once the intention to depart has taken root, prolonging the stay serves no purpose."

"Indeed, then I wish you a journey filled with ease, may all your paths be wide and lead you reverently to the Dao Fruit."