Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2175 - 1557: Nurturing Gu (Part 2)

There’s a potential that even his own safety won’t be guaranteed. Furthermore, comprehending numerous Laws would be necessary, consequently amplifying the difficulty of advancing his cultivation.

What primarily occupies his thoughts are the initial two choices presented.

To follow Li Zhirui’s training within the Void, navigating unpredictably, might not perfectly suit him. However, the ultimate potential would be significantly higher, and upon reaching the Heavenly Immortal realm for transcendence, the challenges would be less formidable.

Given that Yuhong rarely comprehends Laws or absorbs Spiritual Energy in the Primal Spirit Realm, the outcome naturally won't change swiftly. Yet, should he opt to remain, achieving transcendence in the future will by no means be as straightforward.

Each path offers its own merits and drawbacks, its advantages and disadvantages. For a time, a firm decision eluded him.

He stood, brow furrowed, unable to come to a resolution for a considerable duration.

...

"There’s no need to rush; take your time to deliberate."

Li Zhirui perceived Yuhong’s indecision and, to prevent a hasty, incorrect choice, resolved to grant him ample time for contemplation.

"Very well, I shall contact you once I’ve reached a conclusion."

"Excellent, give it serious consideration."

Having settled various internal matters within the space, Li Zhirui escorted Qing Si back into the Void. They would await their respective decisions before proceeding further.

"Jiu, you are truly a benevolent soul,"

As soon as Qing Si emerged, he couldn't refrain from remarking, "It’s one thing to care for Five Elements and Yuhong, but why expend so much effort looking after those Devil Spirits?"

"This space is vast; if they weren't tasked with cultivating Spiritual Objects, we would need to dedicate our own time to it," Li Zhirui clarified.

Although the space is mystical and Spiritual Objects planted within thrive exceptionally well without specific nurturing, someone is still indispensable for harvesting them once they reach maturity!

Moreover, he is presently cultivating Spiritual Objects procured from the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm, a task that demands even more diligent oversight.

Consequently, those Devil Spirits are indeed of considerable importance!

Particularly when one considers the incompleteness of the Space Law and the inherent difficulty in the creation of Devil Spirits. Should they perish due to the natural end of their lifespan, a deficit in available manpower could arise.

"I failed to consider this thoroughly," Qing Si conceded, realizing he had only focused on Li Zhirui’s exertions and the Devil Spirits’ contributions, overlooking who ultimately benefited.

"Let us depart; the Void stretches limitlessly, and the portion we have surveyed likely constitutes less than one percent."

"But wasn’t Yuhong meant to return to the Primal Spirit Realm for his Tribulation Transcendence, to hasten his ascent to the Heavenly Immortal Realm? Wandering aimlessly like this might lead to complications upon his return, correct?"

Li Zhirui simply shook his head. "After I underwent my transcendence, all ties to the Primal Spirit Realm were severed. Furthermore, I am now a Profound Immortal, having entered another stratum of the Void. Thus, I am uncertain how to approach this specific predicament; we shall address it once Yuhong has rendered his decision."

It would be unrealistic for them to simply remain idle while awaiting his choice.

Upon hearing this, Qing Si found the reasoning sound and offered no further objections.

"Let’s proceed."

They resumed their journey through the Void, seeking opportunities for cultivation. While these might not necessarily advance their individual cultivation or realm, they would at least yield some form of benefit, a preferable alternative to aimless drifting in the Chaos.

However, the circumstances had recently shifted once more!

Previously, chaotic fierce beasts roamed the Void with frequency, making encounters common. Now, it seemed as though those beasts had vanished en masse; over an extended period, not a single one had crossed their path. The disparity was truly stark.

"Jiu, this current situation strikes me as peculiar as well; could something else be transpiring?" Qing Si couldn't suppress a flicker of unease.

Indeed, Li Zhirui also sensed that something was amiss, as the present state of affairs undeniably appeared abnormal.

"I cannot say for certain. Let us continue our exploration; perhaps we shall uncover the truth shortly."

It was also entirely possible, of course, that the reason might remain forever elusive.

Fortunately, their fortune held, and they eventually stumbled upon some indication.

This clue did not emerge from the words of any creature, but rather from a severely injured, yet spiritually awakened, chaotic fierce beast.

Precisely! By an unforeseen turn of events, Li Zhirui and Qing Si encountered such a beast.

They happened upon its sanctuary of recuperation through sheer serendipity.

"Curses!"

The fierce beast could not help but utter an expletive the moment it perceived their arrival.

In its current weakened condition, it stood absolutely no chance against Li Zhirui. Therefore, the creature was initially gripped by profound apprehension of an attack and the subsequent loss of its life.

Unexpectedly, Li Zhirui did not strike but instead inquired with curiosity, "You have awakened spiritual intelligence; do you recall how this occurred?"

He desperately needed a 'local' resident to answer his questions. Realizing the ferocious beast before him possessed spiritual intelligence despite its injuries, he instantly changed his approach, refraining from attack to understand the events within the Void.

At first, it refused to speak. However, after Li Zhirui's warning, it became compliant and willing to provide a proper response.

"How did you awaken spiritual intelligence?"

The ferocious beast, equally bewildered, explained, "Not long ago, one of our kind ascended to the Golden Immortal realm. After attending a sermon there and comprehending the residual Spirit Light and Laws from the breakthrough, I unknowingly awakened spiritual intelligence."

"Why do chaotic fierce beasts congregate when one breaks through to the Golden Immortal Realm, and how does it aid in awakening spiritual intelligence?"

"I am uncertain myself..."

Its expression turned contemplative as it added, "I inexplicably sensed it would be advantageous for myself and knew the location of their Tribulation Transcendence in advance, thus having ample time to arrive."

Faced with these inquiries, even as a chaotic fierce beast, it did not fully grasp the underlying reasons.

Li Zhirui accepted its explanation, believing it wasn't feigning ignorance. Since further questioning on this matter unlikely to yield more insights, he shifted the topic.

"How did you sustain these injuries?"

Mentioning this, however, evoked a resentful look on the beast's face, which stated, "I was pursued by another chaotic fierce beast. Being outmatched, I ended up in this state."

"What precisely transpired?"

"The root of the issue lies with the individual who broke through to Golden Immortal. Back then, spiritually awakened chaotic fierce beasts were rare. To the ignorant chaotic fierce beasts, we were highly desirable, akin to a potent nourishment; consuming us significantly enhances their power."

Upon hearing this, Li Zhirui's brow furrowed. "Are you not fabricating this?"

"No! I speak only the truth."

"If your account is accurate, then chaotic fierce beasts would be divided into warring factions, leading to significant conflict. Chaos would not be as tranquil as it is now."

After uttering these words, he observed its reaction intently.

"Because they are currently still gathered in one location, not dispersed throughout Chaos, that is why, in all this time, apart from myself, you have not encountered any other chaotic fierce beast."

Li Zhirui questioned with surprise, "Still there even now?! Is that Golden Immortal fierce beast also remaining there?"

"It should be. It's just that I escaped after being besieged and injured; previously, it was still present..."

"Something is amiss! This is entirely incorrect!"

How could that Golden Immortal fierce beast still linger in this chaotic space and not ascend to the chaotic domain of the Golden Immortal Realm?

Furthermore, those chaotic fierce beasts have not departed...

Suddenly, a chilling realization dawned upon Li Zhirui.

These chaotic fierce beasts congregating in advance at the site of that Golden Immortal fierce beast's Tribulation Transcendence was not due to guidance from the Great Dao, but rather its unique Divine Power or a pre-arranged mechanism.

And that particular space served as its chosen breeding ground for Gu Insects!

Those chaotic fierce beasts were positioned there like Gu insects, compelled to fight incessantly until a single Gu King emerged, whereupon it would claim all the spoils of victory!