I Can Strengthen Infinitely

Chapter 543: Chapter 313: Immortals Above, Mortals Below (Part 2)

To have an Immortal as a mentor, gaining such a formidable backing, Qin Yuesheng naturally saw no reason not to agree.

But since Wu Changsheng’s strength was weaker than that of a Grandmaster, what was left for Qin Yuesheng to revere? He refused on the spot.

"No way, this is merely a transaction between us. If I take you as my teacher, you would benefit greatly. Such good things don’t just happen."

Wu Changsheng immediately retorted, "When I descended to the mortal world, countless people wished to become my disciples. None were accepted. Now that I offer you this opportunity, you disdain it."

"Enough talk, just say whether you agree to the deal." Qin Yuesheng replied impatiently.

What could Wu Changsheng do? Having lost his lower body, his strength couldn’t be fully utilized. Venturing outside without understanding the current situation in the mortal realm could be perilous if confronted by a strong enemy.

"Fine, I agree." Wu Changsheng, having no choice, could only opt to clarify Qin Yuesheng’s doubts one by one.

They both sat in place, engaging in a back-and-forth Q&A much like a philosophical discussion.

After a period of meticulous inquiry, Qin Yuesheng finally understood his questions.

It turned out that both the Three Flowers and the Five Qi transcend the Grandmaster level. They represent an enhancement of strength for a Grandmaster, laying the foundation for becoming an Immortal, ultimately leading to shattering the void and ascending to immortality.

The Five Qi relate to the Five Qi Returning to Origin; the Three Flowers relate to the Three Flowers at the Top. First comes the Five Qi, followed by the Three Flowers, both requiring rigorous cultivation.

Wu Changsheng, born thirteen hundred years ago in the Nine Provinces, was endowed with extraordinary talent. Having devoted himself to the martial path, he achieved the level of a Grandmaster at a young age, thus gaining the later opportunity to approach the realm of shattering the void.

"Five Qi Returning to Origin, Three Flowers at the Top," Qin Yuesheng secretly chanted these terms.

Inevitably, he was very familiar with these eight words, recognizing them as the basis of becoming an Immortal.

"Wu Changsheng, how can one achieve this Five Qi Returning to Origin, Three Flowers at the Top?" Qin Yuesheng inquired.

"Once at the level of Grandmaster, cultivation no longer depends on any specific cultivation technique or heart method. It relies solely on comprehending the ’Dao,’ continuously seeking to understand the Dao, perceiving the natural order of Heaven and Earth to grasp the opportunity for breakthrough. This concept is exceedingly profound, attainable only by those with immense insight, steadfastness, and great fortune.

Therefore, shattering the void is by no means an easy feat."

Qin Yuesheng: "How does one comprehend the Dao?"

"Meditate, empty your mind, reach a state of selflessness, forgetfulness, and egolessness, so as to sense and communicate with Heaven and Earth."

Wu Changsheng was extremely earnest in his explanation, not joking whatsoever. Yet, all Qin Yuesheng could derive from his words were two words—zoning out.

Darn meditation and mind-clearing, it’s merely zoning out.

"I’ve already clarified what you wished to know. Now, shall we discuss my questions?" stated Wu Changsheng.

Qin Yuesheng nodded: "Go ahead."

"How many Immortals still remain in the mortal realm? Is the Celestial Demon still present?"

Qin Yuesheng shook his head: "You’re the first Immortal I’ve come across. I’ve never encountered a living Celestial Demon. However, I did happen upon a corpse... Oh, that Celestial Demon held a sword exactly like yours."

"Like mine?" Wu Changsheng glanced at his Cold Frost Winter Snow Sword.

"Indeed, I have seen it."

Wu Changsheng fell into a trance, taking a while before suddenly saying, "So it was him. Nearly forgot about that matter. Did the Celestial Demon carry a scroll of the Profound Celestial Treasure Mirror?"

Qin Yuesheng hadn’t expected Wu Changsheng to know even this, indicating a substantial link between the two, and nodded: "Yes, that’s correct."

"The Celestial Demon was named Molu, a formidable entity among the Celestial Demons. Though he hadn’t reached the level of Great Celestial Demon, his strength was not to be underestimated. Years ago, I battled him, severely wounding him. Yet, I didn’t expect him to retaliate, seizing a sword and a scroll of cultivation techniques I carried, and escaping. This incident troubled me for a long time,

but now, knowing that Molu has long since perished, I feel a sense of relief. Otherwise, if this Celestial Demon had recovered and returned to plague mortals, the mortal realm would suffer yet again."

"So the Profound Celestial Treasure Mirror was originally yours," Qin Yuesheng remarked with slight astonishment, marveling at such coincidences.

"I initially intended to gift it to a friend’s descendant, but Molu stole it, followed by other events preventing me from offering anything else," Wu Changsheng sighed.

While currently cultivating the Nine Yin Extreme Dao Scripture and the Nine Yang Ultimate Skill, Wu Changsheng had once studied the Profound Celestial Treasure Mirror. Qin Yuesheng didn’t intend to deceive Wu Changsheng and directly laid out the current situation of the Nine Provinces.

"So, the mortal realm no longer has Celestial Demons or Immortals." Upon learning the truth, Wu Changsheng was instantly relieved.

"Actually, it’s uncertain. They might still exist in secrecy, unbeknownst to ordinary people," Qin Yuesheng mentioned, recounting an encounter with a mysterious woman on an island.

"Sealed in ice!!" Hearing this, Wu Changsheng’s eyes brightened, and he eagerly asked, "Where is it, can you take me there?"

Qin Yuesheng replied: "It was an island that drifted with the waves. Finding it again is impossible."

"No, even if I can’t find it, I must search," Wu Changsheng insisted vehemently.

After all, in today’s Nine Provinces, Grandmasters stand as top-tier powerhouses; even without his lower body, Wu Changsheng could traverse anywhere.

At Wu Changsheng’s strong urging, Qin Yuesheng pulled out paper and pen from his storage pouch to sketch a map of the island’s previous location.

Forging a connection with a strong figure like Wu Changsheng could only be beneficial, and Qin Yuesheng was glad to assist him once.