Top-Class Comprehension: Start with Basic Fist Techniques Chapter 1378 - 403: Eight Treasures Great Immortal’s Cave Mansion, Secrets of the Heavenly Immortal!

Further pursuit of the Heavenly Immortal was not dared, and he remained at the True Immortal level until Heaven’s Decline descended.

Furthermore, the Great Immortal Ba Bao had once acquired the "Infernal Blood."

This Infernal Blood served as the crucial element for the Great Immortal Ba Bao to endure twelve Bloody Tribulations.

Provided one could refine the Infernal Blood, the capacity to overcome the Bloody Tribulations would be granted.

Even as many as twelve Bloody Tribulations.

Lu Changsheng, alongside the Giant Axe Immortal, experienced profound shock.

Infernal Blood was a term they had scarcely encountered.

What specific bloodline possessed the resilience to withstand Bloody Tribulations?

The very notion seemed beyond comprehension.

Nevertheless, this was a Jade Scroll bequeathed by the Great Immortal Ba Bao prior to his demise.

Its veracity could not be doubted.

After all, words spoken by one facing death often held great wisdom.

The memories imprinted within the Jade Scroll by the Great Immortal Ba Bao in his fading moments were surely of paramount significance to him.

"Wait, where is the Infernal Blood?"

The Giant Axe Immortal promptly initiated a search for the Infernal Blood.

Eventually, he located it beside the remains of the Great Immortal Ba Bao.

It was contained within a porcelain bottle.

Upon unveiling the bottle, a peculiar, sanguineous aroma permeated the air.

This scent was distinctly different from the aura emanating from any Immortal Beasts or Immortals.

"Could this be the Infernal Blood?"

Lu Changsheng too, felt a surge of curiosity.

Alas, merely a minuscule quantity of Infernal Blood remained within the vessel.

Barely enough to sustain a single Bloody Tribulation.

"What precisely is this Infernal Blood?"

"And why did the Great Immortal Ba Bao refrain from ascending to Heavenly Immortal?"

"What fills the Heavenly Immortal realm with such dread?"

A deep frown creased Lu Changsheng's brow.

While the Infernal Blood piqued his interest, the reason behind the Great Immortal Ba Bao's apprehension toward ascending to Heavenly Immortal held his greater concern.

After all, Lu Changsheng himself harbored aspirations of reaching the Heavenly Immortal stage.

His cultivation journey had always been characterized by relentless progression.

It appeared, however, that the collection of Jade Scrolls extended beyond the one examined thus far.

Lu Changsheng proceeded with his examination.

The contents of the subsequent Jade Scrolls did not disappoint; rather, they profoundly astonished him.

These additional Jade Scrolls elucidated the nature of the Infernal Blood and the rationale behind the Great Immortal Ba Bao's reluctance to ascend.

It transpired that upon ascending to Heavenly Immortal, a summons was issued to venture into Outer Heaven for combat, specifically to confront and resist the Infernal Blood.

According to the Jade Scrolls, the Infernal Blood represented a formidable entity, comparable in might to the numerous Immortals residing in the Heavenly Realm.

Their numbers were vast, and their strength was immense.

Consequently, every Heavenly Immortal was compelled to engage in battle against the Infernal Blood.

Many Heavenly Immortals failed to survive even a single epoch, meeting their demise on the Outer Heaven Battlefield.

As for True Immortals?

They lacked the requisite qualifications to participate in such battles, instead remaining within the Heavenly Realm for tranquil cultivation, well-protected.

Moreover, if a True Immortal managed to overcome the Bloody Tribulation.

Their lifespan could extend to an astonishing twelve epochs.

This duration far surpassed that of the Heavenly Immortals embroiled in combat on the Outer Heaven Battlefield.

In essence, the Great Immortal Ba Bao was revealed to be a coward.

A deserter.

He shied away from confronting the Infernal Blood, content to merely linger within the confines of the Heavenly Realm.

It seemed that as his end drew near, the Great Immortal Ba Bao finally confronted his own inner self.

This introspection led him to entrust his memories to the Jade Scroll.

Furthermore, he had deliberately destroyed the Infernal Blood he possessed.

Leaving behind only a single drop.

His intention was clear: to prevent future generations from succumbing to cowardice and desertion, mirroring his own path.

Upon witnessing this revelation, the Giant Axe Immortal was left aghast.

It became evident that the Infernal Blood was not originally a solitary drop.

But all of it had been destroyed by the Great Immortal Ba Bao.

Now, only a single drop remained in his possession.

The Great Immortal Ba Bao was a figure inspiring both ridicule and pity.

It wasn't that he lacked the desire to ascend; rather, he lacked the innate talent.

Had the Great Immortal Ba Bao chosen to preserve all the Infernal Blood he held.

It was an unfortunate turn of events that it was destroyed.

"Infernal Blood..."

Lu Changsheng murmured the words softly.

Fear was absent from his heart; instead, a subtle excitement began to stir.

Infernal Blood, the Outer Heaven Battlefield.

Even Heavenly Immortals could perish.

What a... stimulating existence this was?

Could there truly be individuals who found no enjoyment in such a world?

Who would actively seek to evade it?

Lu Changsheng struggled to comprehend such a sentiment.

He was a martial artist, his path defined by martial arts.

Even as an Immortal, he would be a Martial Immortal!

Martial artists inherently challenged the very fabric of heaven and earth, relishing confrontation and combat.

Naturally, not all Immortals embodied the spirit of Martial Immortals.

Many Immortals lacked the resolute will of a Martial Immortal.

Despite their elevated status, they harbored a profound fear of death.

Their sole desire was to prolong their existence.

Even the formidable Great Immortal Ba Bao dared not confront the Infernal Blood directly. His sole desire was to remain within the safety of the Heavenly Realm. Yet, the Great Immortal Ba Bao's life ultimately met its end. There's no point in dwelling on it further.

For Lu Changsheng, this expedition into Great Immortal Ba Bao's Cave Mansion proved quite fruitful. Although no tangible treasures were obtained, and the Infernal Blood was of more direct use to the Giant Axe Immortal, Lu Changsheng gained invaluable knowledge. He learned about the Infernal Blood, the Outer Heaven Battlefield, and the hidden truths surrounding Heavenly Immortals. This, in itself, felt like a tremendous gain to Lu Changsheng.

If Lu Changsheng were in that situation, he wouldn't contemplate escape. On the contrary, he would eagerly anticipate venturing to Outer Heaven to confront the Infernal Blood himself.

The duo continued their exploration of the Cave Mansion, meticulously scouring every corner for remaining treasures. Once their search was complete, they departed without delay, heading directly back to the Longevity Dao Field.

Upon their return to the Longevity Dao Field, Lu Changsheng requested a small sample of the Infernal Blood from the Giant Axe Immortal. He didn't require it to aid in overcoming any Bloody Tribulations. Lu Changsheng was simply intent on analyzing the Infernal Blood's properties. A minuscule amount was sufficient for his purpose.

Lu Changsheng commenced his analysis, and the results immediately astonished him. The Infernal Blood emanated a terrifying life force, possessed remarkable regenerative capabilities, and exhibited formidable defensive attributes. Even a mere droplet of Infernal Blood proved exceedingly difficult to eradicate completely.

While Lu Changsheng had never personally encountered the Infernal Blood before, the examination of this single drop confirmed its daunting power. It was capable of empowering a True Immortal to surmount the Bloody Tribulation. In comparison, True Immortals facing the Infernal Blood would be less than mere cannon fodder.

This explained why True Immortals lacked the qualifications to even participate in the Outer Heaven Battlefield. "Infernal Blood, Heavenly Immortal..." Lu Changsheng mused, recalling past whispers about Heavenly Immortals.

The progression from True Immortal to Heavenly Immortal, while arduous, was achievable. Given the sheer immensity of the Heavenly Realm, a substantial number of Heavenly Immortals were expected to exist. Yet, Lu Changsheng had never actually encountered one, and even hearing about them was rare. These Heavenly Immortals seemed shrouded in mystery, spoken of but never seen.

Reflecting now, it became evident that Heavenly Immortals had indeed left behind numerous legends. However, upon attaining the Heavenly Immortal realm, most seemed to vanish from public view. The reality was that they weren't in hiding but had journeyed to the Outer Heaven Battlefield. The path from the Outer Heaven Battlefield was likely perilous, explaining the scarcity of Heavenly Immortals within the Heavenly Realm.

As for Golden Immortals, those who surpassed Heavenly Immortals, they had almost become mythical figures—heard of, yet never witnessed.

Previously, Lu Changsheng had speculated that the cultivation levels within the Heavenly Realm might be in decline. However, it now appeared that the issue wasn't a decline in cultivation itself. It was possible that Golden Immortals, too, had migrated to Outer Heaven.

The advancement of numerous Heavenly Immortals to the Golden Immortal stage likely occurred within the confines of Outer Heaven as well. Furthermore, Lu Changsheng suspected that the migration of Heavenly Immortals to Outer Heaven wasn't solely driven by destiny or omens. If there were no compelling benefits to be gained, would Heavenly Immortals be so compelled to venture to Outer Heaven?

Would Heavenly Immortals and Golden Immortals so readily cooperate? It seemed improbable. Both Heavenly Immortals and Golden Immortals were beings of great renown, possessing unwavering resolve. No matter the immense pressure, they wouldn't willingly march into an arduous campaign like the Outer Heaven Battlefield without a significant incentive.

There had to be substantial advantages that both Heavenly Immortals and Golden Immortals greatly desired. The Great Immortal Ba Bao, being merely a True Immortal, simply couldn't grasp this. Without ascension to the Heavenly Immortal realm, how could he comprehend the aspirations driving Heavenly Immortals?

Regardless of these uncertainties, Lu Changsheng's immediate priority was clear: he must ascend to the Heavenly Immortal realm. Without achieving this status, he wouldn't even qualify to be considered potential cannon fodder.

Therefore, Lu Changsheng issued instructions to the Qi Family, mandating an expansion in the procurement of Crystal Stones. They were to acquire vast quantities of these stones for his cultivation, no matter the cost.