Chapter 1778: Chu Clan Academy (6th Update)
Even she herself found it somewhat unbelievable. Previously, she wasn't really concerned about whether she could cultivate or not, thinking that even if she could cultivate, she probably wouldn't reach a very high realm.
But when the seal was lifted, it was almost instantaneously that Xu Shiyun felt an overwhelming urge to cultivate and to become stronger. It was a voice calling from deep within her soul. That was her true intention!
Thus, she directly looked at Chu Mo, astonishing even the old Taoist and the old monk.
"Young Master Chu, please teach me cultivation!"
"Alright!"
Chu Mo's response was equally straightforward.
Speaking of which, he had a few disciples, mostly the group of children he took in back in the Mortal Realm. Now, the most exceptional ones, He and the others, should already be at the peak of the Great Saint Realm. Some might have even stepped into the ancestral realm.
Chu Mo hadn't paid much attention to this matter for many years.
His true personally taught disciple all these years had only been Fang Lan.
Seeing the seal lifted from Xu Shiyun now, Chu Mo once again felt the urge to take on a disciple. This girl's talent was truly exceptional!
Chu Mo could even directly calculate the time Xu Shiyun needed to step into the ancestral realm. Definitely not more than three thousand divine years!
Such talent is powerful to the point of making one tremble.
It could be called terrifying!
Then, Xu Shiyun gracefully bowed, directly addressing Chu Mo as her master.
If the Heavenly Palace's master saw this scene, one wonders what they would think.
Thereafter, a group of elders emerged from isolation to meet Chu Mo.
Learning that Chu Mo had taken on another disciple, Fang Lan was the happiest. However, Fang Lan's group of disciples and grand-disciples were somewhat apprehensive.
It wasn't that it was hard to accept; the ancestor master's intentions, who dared oppose them? The key was that they basically didn't know Xu Shiyun; she had been almost reclusive within the Chu Clan's royal family over the years. So almost no one knew what kind of identity or background this young and beautiful woman had.
Anyway, just thinking about her seniority, Fang Lan's group of disciples and grand-disciples found it somewhat headache-inducing.
However, they quickly came to terms with it. Because within the entire Chu Clan royal family, there were so many people of high seniority. Xu Shiyun wouldn't make much difference.
Fang Lan didn't care about those; she was among the few who knew Xu Shiyun's true identity. Even if she didn't know, she wouldn't have any doubts about her master's decision.
She held Xu Shiyun's hand and happily introduced her to the group of people who came to offer congratulations.
Among them, some were known to Xu Shiyun, but most of them she was meeting for the first time.
The news of Chu Mo's return spread like wildfire throughout the divine world. A large number of people started heading over.
Many people even upon learning midway that Chu Mo had taken on another disciple, turned back to personally present gifts for the occasion.
Chu Mo didn't expect that merely accepting a disciple would cause such a stir. But the old Taoist and the words of the old monk made it clear to him internally.
"The entire divine world is under your control. Your influence over this world is no different from an ancient god's influence over his own physical world. To the creatures of the divine world, you are their true god!"
The old monk softly added, "Amitabha, this is all the good causes you have planted, yielding good fruits today."
Then, the territory of the Chu Clan royal family, silent for countless years, became lively once more.
Many people came over from the farthest edges of the divine world using all sorts of transportation. There were all sorts of warships, rare birds and beasts covering the sky, ancient chariots emitting a primitive aura... and some skilled cultivators simply rode swords.
Therefore, what was originally a simple discipleship ceremony stretched to a full ten divine years.
Meanwhile, Xu Shiyun, truly deserving of possessing top-tier cultivation talent, under Chu Mo's careful guidance, reached the supreme level in these ten years!
This shocked all the cultivators who first arrived at the Chu Clan royal family to an unbelievable extent.
Ten years... Supreme?
This was simply an unbelievably fast pace.
At the discipleship ceremony, Xu Shiyun respectfully bowed to Chu Mo, addressing him as master.
There were so many celebratory gifts that even the warehouse-like storage spaces were completely filled several times.
The banquet lasted for over a month. Chu Mo offered generous amounts of top-tier resources to those cultivators who came to congratulate him, leaving many of them astounded by the weight of the gifts.
Initially, they thought their presents were already exceptional, meticulously prepared top-tier treasures. But compared to the gifts Chu Mo returned to them, there was simply no comparison. The gap in quality was too wide.
After the banquet concluded, Chu Mo joyously reunited with all his friends and family.
Finally, when everyone had dispersed, Chu Mo was alone in the room with his two wives.
Yiyi looked at Chu Mo and suddenly said, "Brother, do you still remember those heads hanging on the flagpole?"
Chu Mo nodded, "Of course I remember. Why?"
Yiyi glanced at Qi Xiaoyu beside her and then said softly, "So many years have passed. Those people have nothing left but the power of their primordial spirits in the ancestral realm. I suppose they can't stir up much trouble anymore. Sister and I have come up with an idea. We wonder if it's feasible?"
"Hmm, go ahead," Chu Mo displayed a gentle smile on his face.
Throughout the years, despite spending much time apart, their relationship remained consistent without even a ripple.
"Sister and I plan to establish a school here within the Chu Clan royal family. It would specialize in nurturing the young generation with systematic training. After being educated, these children would be free to choose their own futures, rather than being confined to family and sect traditions that train only their members." Yiyi explained.
Qi Xiaoyu nodded, "We found that the more one hides their knowledge, the harder it is to progress to higher levels. Conversely, by concentrating extensive legacies together, the effect is much more profound."
Chu Mo looked at them with approval and nodded, "Indeed, the only way to cultivate superior talents is by sharing more knowledge. Otherwise, the paths of various legacies become narrower and weaker. This is why ancient legacies are often so powerful."
As he spoke, Chu Mo's face revealed a joyful expression, "Your idea is excellent. Those old fellows' heads have been hanging on the flagpole for so many years now, most should have come to terms with their fate. Making them teachers in the academy is indeed a good idea."
"So, you agree?" Yiyi's face lit up with joy.
Chu Mo nodded, "It's a good thing, why wouldn't I agree? However, the academy's teachers shouldn't be solely these individuals."
"Yes, yes, we've already planned this. There will be many teachers because each one's expertise is different!" Qi Xiaoyu said, "We also plan to compile the most basic cultivation knowledge into books and build a massive library. By then, access will be granted gradually to students based on their level and strength!"
"Hmm, these ideas are great!" Chu Mo nodded in approval.
Qi Xiaoyu and Yiyi were very pleased with Chu Mo's support. Before this, when the idea was initially proposed, there were numerous voices of opposition within the Chu Clan royal family.
The opposition was primarily concerned that the action of the two ladies might jeopardize the Chu Clan royal family's absolute dominance.
But in truth, throughout the years, Qi Xiaoyu and Yiyi alongside Chu Mo had been exposed to much higher perspectives. They showed no interest in this so-called absolute dominance within the Divine Insight World!
Besides, with Chu Mo—a supreme being—here, who in the entire Divine Insight World dares to claim they are the ruler?
Still, before receiving Chu Mo's approval, the two women felt slightly uneasy, afraid that Chu Mo might dismiss it as nonsense.
Fortunately, Chu Mo's vision and magnanimity are unmatched.
The night passed without speaking, and early the next morning, Chu Mo directly left the sleeping quarters and ventured to the area that remained a forbidden zone to this day.
Over the years, the entire Chu Clan royal family had long recovered its former vitality, showing no signs of the calamity it once faced. Yet only this region, the scorched earth beneath those flagpoles, remained as it was when the Chu Clan royal family was wiped out.
For so many years, it had not changed at all.
As Chu Mo arrived here, he found the place in complete silence.
It's been too many years since anyone visited this place.
The once Mighty Supreme ancient ancestors, with their primordial spirits barely maintaining a power level equivalent to the ancestral realm, all sank into slumber. Only this way could they lessen some of their suffering.
Initially, they all thought that Chu Mo would eventually grant them a quick end. But they later realized they were too naive. Given their past crimes, having their heads hang here for a million years wouldn't even be excessive!
Chu Mo's arrival startled this group of slumbering ancient ancestors awake.
Seeing Chu Mo, nearly everyone's eyes brightened.
Dongfang Yunluo joyfully said, "Finally, after so many years... are you willing to give us a quick end now?"
The others also looked at Chu Mo, with eyes full of the light of yearning for death.
They genuinely hope for a quick end.
Chu Mo looked at this group of people and without wasting words, said directly, "Here, a Chu Clan academy will be established soon. If you're willing, you can serve as teachers there. Share all your legacies, of course, with all your powers fully sealed, for I do not trust you."