Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2200 - 1570: Emerging from Seclusion

The disciples found nothing amiss, only regretting that the Sect Leader was hesitant to act, preventing them from swiftly dominating Mingzhou. After all, who knew how many years it would take for them to reach the Heavenly Immortal Realm?

"Return and cultivate individually."

With those words, Wansheng's figure vanished completely.

Everyone then dispersed.

Several years elapsed, and the door that had remained shut for centuries finally creaked open.

Li Zhirui, who had commenced his secluded cultivation upon the rebuilding of the Tongtian Sect, slowly emerged.

His aura resonated perfectly with his surroundings, existing between heaven and earth, yet seemingly detached. Soon, it completely concealed itself, rendering him indistinguishable from an ordinary person.

"Merely a few hundred short years, and I never expected the Tongtian Sect to develop to this extent; Wansheng truly toiled diligently."

Li Zhirui unleashed his Divine Sense, instantly surveying the state of Ascension Mountain. He mused with emotion, murmuring to himself.

He had truly relinquished control at that time, neglecting worldly affairs, and the current might of the Tongtian Sect was entirely a product of Wansheng's dedication.

Now that the Tongtian Sect was on the right path, his future role would merely involve guarding the mountain gate and guiding disciples, a stark contrast to the demanding days of the past.

"Sect Leader? You have finally emerged from your closed-door meditation!" Wansheng, who frequently monitored the situation, exclaimed in surprise.

Li Zhirui expressed his gratitude in person, "Thanks to your efforts over the years, you have truly worked hard."

"The Sect Leader's words are too kind; this was simply my duty." Moreover, it was an undertaking of great importance.

"During this period of development, were there any unresolved issues or pressing matters?" Unwilling to prolong such inconsequential pleasantries, he directly inquired if there was anything that required his immediate intervention.

"Indeed, there are several crucial matters that necessitate your attention, Sect Leader."

Wansheng's demeanor turned serious as he elaborated, "Firstly, the Spiritual Qi within the mountains near Ascension Mountain is too scarce, rendering the establishment of mid- to high-grade Spirit Fields impossible; the Sect Leader must relocate Spirit Veins from other regions."

Given its fragmented soul body, there was insufficient grand mana to accomplish such a feat, and the disciples were in a similar predicament.

"Secondly, for the Tongtian Sect to achieve further advancement, it cannot persist in self-sufficiency or continually deplete its foundational resources; establishing Markets and Immortal Cities presents the optimal strategy."

This particular undertaking also demanded Li Zhirui's presence, as other disciples lacked the formidable power required to deter rival forces and certain rogue cultivators.

"Thirdly, the Sect Leader should impart the cultivation technique 'Upper Pure Heavenly Gang Earth Sha One Hundred and Eight Diagrams·Vol. 3' to those disciples who have attained the Individual Immortal Realm; they have been without suitable techniques for cultivation for a considerable duration."

Wansheng possessed the complete 'Upper Pure Diagram,' but he lacked the authority to bestow techniques that surpassed the Individual Immortal Realm.

"Fourthly, currently all disciples are merely outer disciples and servant disciples, which hinders the sect's overall development; it is imperative to select inner sect disciples and even true disciples."

Out of deference to Li Zhirui's position as Sect Leader, this matter had been postponed for several hundred years, irrespective of whether he personally placed significant value upon it.

Beyond these primary concerns, a multitude of lesser, yet still important, issues awaited Li Zhirui's deliberation,

such as certain internal structural adjustments for the mountain gate and the identification of suitable locations for establishing outlying posts.

In essence, the matters were exceedingly diverse yet critically urgent, and could no longer be deferred.

Having concluded his listening, Li Zhirui offered no complaint, recognizing these responsibilities as his own. He had achieved the mid-stage Profound Immortal Realm through peaceful cultivation during his seclusion, and thanks to Wansheng shouldering much of the burden, he could no longer evade his duties.

"Convene all disciples and first impart the cultivation technique to those Independent Immortal disciples, while simultaneously preparing them for the selection of inner sect and true disciples."

"Has the Sect Leader determined the selection criteria yet?"

Li Zhirui casually responded, "Are there not various criteria within the annals of the Tongtian Sect's history? Simply select those who are suitable from them."

Upon hearing this, a flicker of apprehension crossed Wansheng's eyes, clearly indicating his lack of deep engagement with the affairs of the Tongtian Sect.

This left it pondering the reasons behind the inheritance's choice of him. Furthermore, it questioned how he had so rapidly triumphed in the trials and obtained the inheritance within such a brief span.

This apprehension instilled a sense of unease within its heart: could the Tongtian Sect truly experience a resurgence under a Sect Leader who displayed such indifference?