Chapter 292 War Immortal
"I just knew there was something wrong with Elder Jin who presides over the Inner Sect Disciple recruitment,"
Within his cave dwelling, Alkaid held a document in his hand: "This Elder Jin, over the course of a thousand years, has taken in a total of one hundred and six disciples, almost one every ten years, but of his one hundred and six disciples, only one made a breakthrough, reaching the Hollow Void. And that Elder, who achieved the Hollow Void, has been tiresome to him for years, the two even had conflicts in public."
This was just the information on the surface.
One could imagine how severe the underlying conflicts between Jin Yuliu and his disciples must be.
"Furthermore, this Jin Yuliu is extremely petty; those who offend him never end well... I just waved the flag of a mysterious master to hold him off for now, but as long as I stay in Heavenly Dao Sect for ten or eight years, if the news doesn't leak that I'm affiliated with any Refining Void Peak Master or Vein Master, his vengeance is surely coming..."
Thinking of this, Alkaid knew he had to take action.
Even though Jin Yuliu wouldn't act rashly for the time being, it was risky to rely on the prudence of others.
The best method was to grow rapidly, reaching the strength to confront those at the Hollow Void level.
"First, I'll collect the bounty on Black Dragon Thieves from Dashang, then continue ransacking the Sea of Turmoil. My greatest advantage is my cultivation is just at the Blazing White Golden Core, yet I possess combat power comparable to a True Disciple with a Deep Blue Golden Core. And with a Deep Blue Golden Core or Hollow Void War Immortal, which is the upper limit of power in the Sea of Turmoil, I can circle it a few more times, slightly flaunt my wealth, and as a Blazing White Golden Core... I might be able to lure in a big fish."
A plan began to form in Alkaid's mind.
With a little luck and finding one or two targets from the bounty list, he could gather enough Pure Yang Great Pills to advance to the Deep Blue Golden Core Realm.
At that point...
Should danger arise again, at least he would have an escape route.
Continuing to cultivate to the Middle Stage or Late Stage of the Deep Blue Golden Core could be considered depending on the situation.
Of course, before fishing, it was best to upgrade the Doomsday Ark to ensure he could trigger the Dao Artifact and retreat completely in the face of danger.
The Flowing Void Crystal he bought for 200 thousand Pure Yang Great Pills could come into play.
With this thought, Alkaid left the cave dwelling.
He sent a message to Xu Nianhua.
Xu Nianhua's batch of examiners numbered in the thousands, with many taking the "genius route." The Steward in charge of the exams was in good spirits, setting extremely low standards, allowing over half of the thousands to pass, Xu Nianhua included.
Of course, the exams for Outer Sect Disciples weren't that strict to begin with, leaning towards the easier side.
Heavenly Dao Sect saw the Outer Sect Disciples more as a business venture, which is why Xu Nianhua could pass the assessment despite lacking practical experience.
After telling Xu Nianhua to cultivate diligently, Alkaid soared on his sword, transforming into a streak of sword light and flying toward the outskirts of the Heavenly Dao Sect.
Thanks to his status as an Inner Sect Disciple and the Identity Token, he had no obstacles while Sword Controlling outside the sect.
It wasn't long after Alkaid's Sword Control departure that Wang Daoshu and Xuan Shuang, one overtly and one covertly, arrived one after the other.
Xuan Shuang glanced at the message left by Xuan Mo with a trace of surprise, "He actually went out? He just joined the sect and isn't familiar with it, yet he chose to leave. There must be a problem."
He was certain, "However, it's perfect that he left the sect. Otherwise, even as a True Disciple, taking down an Inner Sect Disciple, while not a big deal, would still be somewhat troublesome, mainly because it's likely to attract attention and cause problems. Since he left the sect on his own... it's just perfect!"
He immediately relayed the news to Wang Daoshu.
Wang Daoshu didn't waste any time either.
With the Wang Family in dire straits under the pressure from the Chi Family, he had to act for the family's sake, even though he knew he was being used as a pawn by Xuan Shuang.
Now that he was already on board with Xuan Shuang's plan, he saw no need to hesitate.
He promptly followed suit.
Considering it wasn't appropriate to act too close to the sect, he didn't follow too closely, planning to strike after they were a hundred thousand li from the sect.
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Void Realm, while Sword Controlling through the void, Alkaid had just left the sect when he sensed something.
Even though Xuan Mo's techniques of concealment were remarkable, his cultivation was ultimately limited.
And Alkaid's Divine Sense was nearing the Hollow Void, and having cultivated the Supreme Divine Power Supreme Detachment, it was difficult to discern amid the crowd within the sect, but now that he was outside the sect...
He immediately detected the follower behind him.
"Jin Yuliu?! Is he worried that I would run away midway and has deliberately arranged for someone to tail me?"
Alkaid frowned.
He slightly concealed his aura, then, displaying the Nine Transformations of Heavenly Movement, he leaped several times and disappeared into the far horizon in an instant.
"Was I discovered?"
Xuan Mo felt a chill internally.
He was also somewhat annoyed.
However, it wasn't long before Wang Daoshu caught up.
Xuan Mo immediately informed him of Alkaid's direction.
The Hollow Void War Immortal didn't bother with words, or even being careful to hide his presence anymore. Accompanied by ripples in the space around him and with each step spanning dozens of li, he chased in the direction of Alkaid.
"Whoosh!"
Soon after Wang Daoshu left, Xuan Shuang's figure followed closely behind.
"Brother, there's definitely a big secret with that Alkaid,"
Xuan Mo exclaimed excitedly: "I know my talent isn't great, and what I usually take on is gathering information for you. And in gathering information, perception and concealment are of utmost importance. But that Alkaid not only discovered me, his movement technique when leaving was also extremely exquisite. Combined with what you always say about him having a huge opportunity, I boldly guess that it's very likely a Supreme Divine Power!"
"Supreme Divine Power!?"
Xuan Shuang's eyes also lit up with joy.
Obtaining a Supreme Divine Power is one thing.
Cultivating it successfully is another.
To cultivate such a power, one must possess the true scriptures of Dao Techniques.
Alkaid had only been in the sect for a day, and couldn't possibly have enough contributions to view the true scriptures of Dao Techniques; yet he had cultivated a Supreme Divine Power...
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Such a true record, even if not yet perfect, merely depicted to a minor accomplishment, or even the introductory phase, could sell for millions of Pure Yang Great Pills.
"This Alkaid, truly my lucky star! Don't move around here; I'll go get this great opportunity in hand, and then the two of us will both become True Disciples."
Xuan Shuang said, impatient to follow up.
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Meanwhile, since Wang Daoshu was already in full-speed pursuit, he was quickly noticed by Alkaid.
"Twisting the Void? Is this the Hollow Void!? These fluctuations... a Hollow Void War Immortal!?"
Alkaid was shocked in his heart.
Jin Yuliu actually sent a Hollow Void War Immortal after him!?
It should be noted that although many Deep Blue Golden Core level True Disciples looked down on Hollow Void War Immortals, no one could deny their strength.
Some battle-hardened Hollow Void War Immortals could even obtain the title of Elder in top-tier Sects.
Jin Yuliu was able to send such a powerful being to chase him...
"It's a probe!"
Alkaid quickly realized something.
A Blazing White Golden Core, yet erupting with Deep Blue Golden Core level battle power—who wouldn't be curious?
Who wouldn't want to see if he had any secrets on him?
On the Northern Sea Star, the words "struggle" and "fight" permeated every Cultivator's entire life.
If one didn't compete for opportunities or vie for resources, what was the point of pursuing the Immortal Path or seeking eternal life?
After all, he was just an Inner Sect Disciple; relying on Jin Yuliu's status, they could still easily manipulate him.
Not to mention he hadn't personally taken action yet, which could be considered giving face to the mysterious "powerful being" behind him.
"Mafia, huh."
Alkaid commented.
No, this was even more mafia than the mafia itself.
It should be called the ways of the Demonic Path.
The Six Sect of the Demonic Dao would have to admit defeat in the face of these people's modus operandi.
But on second thought, the Ten Great Immortal Paths and the Six Sect of the Demonic Dao seemed to have always just differed in their cultivation methods and ideologies; when it came to competing for opportunities and grabbing resources, there really wasn't much difference.
"Looks like I have to show some skills."
Alkaid's eyes turned cold, "If you sent a Deep Blue Golden Core, I wouldn't be able to handle it easily, but a Hollow Void War Immortal..."
His Divine Sense spread out, quickly sensing the location of the Hollow Void War Immortal.
At the same time, he brought out the Two Realms Ruler, coordinating it with the Nine Transformations of Heavenly Movement, to keep the gradually closing distance at a relatively even state.
This scene soon caused the relentlessly pursuing Wang Daoshu to be slightly startled.
A Blazing White Golden Core was actually able to keep up with his speed?
"That treasure!?"
A glint of greed flashed in his eyes.
However, then thinking of Xuan Shuang, who had a grip on his Chaos Void frequency, the greed that had just risen was quickly suppressed by him.
"No wonder Xuan Shuang wanted me to take action against him; it must be that this Inner Sect Disciple came across an opportunity and also leaked it, catching his attention... However, with such a treasure in hand, Xuan Shuang's mood will surely be greatly delighted when he becomes a True Disciple, and afterward, he will be even more diligent in solving the Chi Family's problem for me."
Wang Daoshu pondered, enhancing the operation of his Chaos Void strength.
Amidst ripples after ripples, his traversing speed increased even more.
While he operated his Chaos Void strength, Alkaid's mind was also constantly probing its operation without pause.
In his mind, all information related to the Chaos Void of the Hollow Void Realm flowed continuously, presenting itself one by one.
With his "Child of the Void" talent being rapidly utilized, he searched for the black hole frequency of the Hollow Void War Immortal behind him.
Of this, the pursuing Wang Daoshu was completely unaware.
He made several leaps, traversing the Void, and after dozens of breaths, he finally caught up to Alkaid and, from afar, reached towards the space where Alkaid was with an empty hand. The space around Alkaid, as though collapsing, seemed to turn into a sand funnel. Although Alkaid was flying forward, his body involuntarily slid in his direction.
This was a Divine Skill—the Void Sand Sea.
"Young man, I won't kill you. Just answer a few questions obediently, and I can give you a way out! Otherwise... the only thing waiting for you is a dead end!"
This Hollow Void's Divine Sense invaded Alkaid's perception.
In terms of strength, though it was only slightly less than his own.
But Alkaid did not respond; instead, he abruptly stimulated the Two Realms Ruler, and amid a scatter of ripples, he astonishingly broke free from Wang Daoshu's Void Sand Sea Divine Skill.
"Insolence!"
Wang Daoshu's expression darkened as he shouted angrily, his Chaos Void within him fully operational. The Void Sand Sea Divine Skill seemed to stir up a violent storm, with every grain of sand turning into wind blades, hurtling towards Alkaid's body to bombard and slice him.
And just as he was fully operating his own Chaos Void, Alkaid, who had maximized his "Child of the Void" talent, finally caught onto something.
"So it's that simple."
He thought to himself.
The next moment, Alkaid, who was trapped in the Void Sand Sea and the Void Sandstorm, spun around, and as he did, a ray of golden light shot out violently from his body, pushing back the ripples. These ripples passed on layer after layer, eventually forming a collapse of the Void like a tsunami, and, bound by a powerful Divine Sense and that ray of golden light, it targeted the Hollow Void War Immortal behind him and crashed down thunderously.
Rip the Sky with One Strike!
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