Chapter 1736: Kou Chongxue, Grand Completion Stage!

In the Elysium in the Jiao Continent that belonged to the Tongyou Institution...

Several years had passed since various powers from both inside and outside the Heaven Observation Field tried to interfere in their ascension to an Essence World. During that time, Kou Chongxue had been recovering in the Jiao Continent’s Elysium.

Shang Xia’s clone showed up at the entrance of the Elysium one day.

At the entrance of the Elysium stood a cultivator who had a simple and honest appearance. He looked to be around 30 years old and the aura around him made it clear he was an expert in the Martial Dipper Realm who had very solid foundations.

As soon as he saw Shang Xia, he bowed. “Senior Brother Shang!”

Shang Xia’s Clone was slightly taken aback and he asked hesitantly, "You are...?"

With an honest smile on his face, the cultivator chuckled, “My name is Yun Zhongyuan. I smiled simply and said, "My name is Yun Zhongyuan. I was part of the Teaching Department but I entered the institution 2 years later than you.”

A look of realization appeared on Shang Xia’s clone’s face. Upon taking a closer look, he finally recognized the familiar face. However, he wouldn’t have remembered Yun Zhongyuan’s name without the reminder.

Nevertheless, sensing the robust aura and the cultivation realm of the Martial Dipper Realm from the other, Shang Xia's clone couldn't help but ask, "I see! Junior Brother Yun, your cultivation is pretty impressive. You have to be part of the elite of the institution. Why haven’t I heard of you before?”

Yun Zhongyuan chuckled in response, "My aptitude and comprehension are just average, and my cultivation in martial arts is exceptionally clumsy. Not only do I not stand out compared to my peers, but even among those younger than me, I’m quite unremarkable. It’s no surprise that Senior Brother Shang hasn’t heard of me."

Shang Xia's clone shook his head and shot him a meaningful look. "Junior Brother Yun, you are too modest. You’re wise, but not foolish. You only appear to be. You understand that your talent needs time to mature. Where are those classmates who had a smooth path in their cultivation? And how does their cultivation compare to yours now?"

Yun Zhongyuan responded with slight trepidation, "You flatter me too much, Senior Brother Shang. Your little brother here has only been fortunate enough to survive these years."

Shang Xia's clone noted that he referred to himself as a little brother rather than a junior brother. His eyes widened slightly in realization. "Are you a member of the Yun Clan? How is your patriarch doing these days?”

In the past, the 4 great clans of Tongyou City were closely linked. They were the Ji Clan, the Liu Clan, the Yun Clan, and the Shang Clan. As members of the great clans, it was customary to address each other by their seniority.

Following the rise of the Tongyou Institution and the overall growth of the You Continent, the great clans naturally developed and expanded.

However, during this process, the growth rates of the clans varied. The gap in strength between them began to widen.

Moreover, as Martial Extermination Realm, Martial Dipper Realm, and even True Immortals were born, the role of the 4 great clans in supporting the city diminished.

In the You Continent, and even Tongyou City, the title of the 4 great clans was mentioned less and less. Many cultivators born in the Spirit Luxuriant Era might not know that there were once 4 illustrious martial clans in Tongyou City.

The patriarch of the Yun Clan Shang Xia’s clone mentioned naturally referred to Yun Jing. She was one of the deputy patriarchs of the Tongyou Institution, and she was his grandfather’s peer.

Yun Zhongyuan hurriedly replied, "Thank you for your concern, Senior Brother Shang. My grandmother has been doing well in recent years."

With his revelation, it was clear why a powerful Martial Dipper Realm expert like him was guarding the entrance to the Elysium of the Jiao Continent, where Kou Chongxue was in seclusion.

After realizing those details, Shang Xia's clone asked casually, "I wish to meet the patriarch. Is he available right now?"

Yun Zhongyuan had already guessed his purpose the moment Shang Xia's clone appeared. He replied with a smile, "Do you have urgent business, Brother Shang? If it's urgent, I will send a transmission talisman."

Shang Xia's clone paused to think for a moment before asking, "How has the patriarch’s injury been lately? Do you have any news about him?"

If it were someone else asking, Yun Zhongyuan might have suspected their motives and might even have reacted aggressively. However, since Shang Xia was the person asking, Yun Zhongyuan didn't think much of it. "The last time I saw Patriarch Kou was half a year ago. He seemed to be in good spirits then, and I was fortunate enough to receive his guidance once again."

Once again!

Shang Xia's clone mused silently, sure that the person before him had an extraordinary relationship with Patriarch Kou. "Then please send him a transmission talisman for me; I plan to meet him."

Yun Zhongyuan was momentarily taken aback, but he quickly nodded and smiled. "Alright!"

A specially crafted talisman flew from Yun Zhongyuan's hand, disappearing directly into the Elysium.

Raising an eyebrow, Shang Xia’s clone muttered, “Did Patriarch Kou not station a clone to deal with other matters?”

Yun Zhongyuan didn't understand the significance of the question but answered, "I have never seen Patriarch Kou’s clone!"

Shang Xia's clone nodded and fell silent. He waited patiently for a response.

Shortly after, less than the time it takes an incense stick to burn, the Elysium started to stir. As Shang Xia's clone looked up, he saw Yun Zhongyuan also turning back, clearly sensing the disturbance from inside.

Moments later, Kou Chongxue appeared at the entrance of the Elysium. After a casual glance at Yun Zhongyuan, his gaze fell on Shang Xia's clone. A frown appeared on his face, and he grumbled, “What happened now?! Why did you wake me up?”

Shang Xia's clone didn’t expect that Kou Chongxue would personally emerge instead of sending a clone to check things out.

However, Shang Xia, who was outside the heavenly screen, noticed Kou Chongxue. He couldn’t help but transfer a portion of his consciousness into his clone and speak. “Even though you’re recovering, you’re not completely healed. Why are you studying your sword art now?”

Initially, when Shang Xia's clone learned that Kou Chongxue had been recovering and hadn't created a clone to deal with matters of the institution, opting instead to station elite experts of the institution to guard the Elysium, he had his suspicions. Seeing Kou Chongxue in person, Shang Xia’s suspicions were confirmed. The patriarch was attempting to break through to the grand completion stage!

Since Kou Chongxue's martial path was that of pure swordsmanship, the higher the level of his sword art, the more he needed to devote himself entirely. He couldn’t afford to split off a clone and afford distractions.

That was Kou Chongxue's way of the sword. He would enter a state of being true to his heart and his heart true to his sword.

Kou Chongxue didn’t look to be in good spirits like Yun Zhongyuan mentioned. He looked visibly exhausted, giving off an aura of being worn out.

Hearing Shang Xia's clone speak of his injuries, Kou Chongxue knew that Shang Xia was speaking personally through his clone. He quickly explained, "The opportunity is rare, especially since I recently sensed that our World Origin Source seemed to grow stronger again. It provided me with some insights to my sword art. Moreover, the activity of the heaven and earth qi in the continent makes it the best time for me to comprehend my rank six sword intent!”