Chapter 915: Leaving (3)

In the past, Li Xiaofei had preached and debated the Dao, passing down orthodox immortal arts. His teachings now began to resurface in the world alongside those cultivators who had chosen to depart before the war.

Those who had once feared the vengeance and pursuit of the immortal sects had gone into hiding. Now, it seemed that the immortal sects had not managed to defeat Master Li.

Could they now come forward and reveal their greatness to the world?

Thus, that group began to reemerge in society. Some even ventured toward Heaven Drum Mountain in search of information. But the Heaven Drum Mountain, or rather, the entire Mount Myriad Saints, had become a forbidden zone. No one could enter the mist-shrouded lands. The immortals had vanished and the immortal sects had shut their doors.

Everything seemed to have become a mystery. Yet the royal courts of the mortal kingdoms dared not grow complacent. Even wars between nations had temporarily come to a halt.

Thus, there was a rare period of peace in the mortal world. This continued for another half a year until a piece of news spread across the land. The immortals had returned to the mortal realm. Disciples of the former Sixteen Great Immortal Sects once again appeared in the nations of old.

But this time, compared to their previous arrogance and condescension, these disciples behaved with far more humility.

"What? The Sixteen Great Immortal Sects are now history?"

"The Immortal Dao has been unified?"

𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

"Now there is only one sect in the world, known as the One True Sect?"

"The Patriarch is Yu Ge, heir of the former Lone Boat Water Fortress?"

"This..."

The emperors and ministers of Shu, Later Jin, Jin Kingdom, the Liao people, the Great Clan, the Qin Kingdom, and others were all shocked.

The immortal sects had stood like forests since ancient times, abundant and divided. The sixteen generations of immortal sects had long held grudges against one another. Each sect had its own court, and they waged endless wars, never ceasing in their competition for resources and people.

Now, all of a sudden, they had merged peacefully. One True Sect. The name spread across the continent in a single day.

“All tribute from the living shall be exempted.”

“No nation shall raise arms without just cause.”

These edicts from the One True Sect appeared on the imperial desks of the emperors, radiating a terrifying immortal presence.

Moreover, as time went on, the One True Sect continued to establish branches throughout the mortal world, spreading immortal techniques and widely recruiting disciples. They taught without discrimination. For a time, the Immortal Dao flourished like never before.

***

In outer space, the area was strewn with metallic debris and the wreckage of fleets. The Reaper army had already been defeated and had retreated from the vicinity of the Green Continent.

Old Monster Gou Dongxi's eyes were filled with excitement. It was his first time stepping into the Outer World. It was also the first time he was witnessing this kind of warfare.

Terrifying firepower matrices. Thunderous energy cannons and massive galactic fleets had never appeared in the world he once knew, even in his imagination.

His entire body trembled with excitement. At the same time, he deeply understood the meaning behind Li Xiaofei’s previous words. Humanity was indeed in a precarious position within this vast galaxy.

Yu Ge, Li Yiyun, Kou Zhengyang, Zhao Kuangren, Yang Zhao, Zhuo Jing, and thousands of others from the immortal sects of the continent stood next to him. Their expressions were similar to the old monster's. Excitement. Shock. Unease.

This was their first time witnessing the Outer World, and they realized how dangerous and terrifying it truly was. A description could never compare to the impact of seeing with one’s own eyes.

They had personally seen the alien artillery thunder with world-destroying force. They had witnessed Li Xiaofei strike, annihilating the alien army that had been monitoring the continent as if he were crushing dry weeds.

They would never forget the scene for the rest of their lives. Li Xiaofei returned before the crowd, holding the Blood-Drinking Sword in his hand and leaving ashes, blood, and corpses in his wake. He did not need to say much more; he believed they understood everything now.

“After this battle, I will leave the continent.” Li Xiaofei felt the energy surging from the Blood-Drinking Sword. His gaze swept across everyone’s faces as he said, “I have already passed on all the immortal Dao legacies and cultivation techniques I know to you. From this point forward, the fate of the continent lies in your hands. Cultivate the immortal Dao diligently. Strive for strength without end. One day, with the proper use of the Jade Mother Tree, the Jade Dao Fruit, and the Jade Leaves, you will be able to do everything I have just done.

“Remember, humanity is in decline. In this dark galaxy, only by saving yourselves can you survive and continue the existence of your race.”

Everyone responded in unison, pledging their resolve. Li Xiaofei had now become the Immortal Patriarch of the entire continent. His prestige was unmatched. Everyone addressed him as Master. His words had become the golden rule for all.

“Master, if you are going to leave, then I wish to follow you and serve by your side. Please take me with you,” Li Yiyun pleaded earnestly.

Li Xiaofei smiled faintly. This young man always reminded him of the younger brother he once had back on Earth, Li Junjie. The two shared similar temperaments. Both were also impulsive, always ready to draw their swords at the slightest provocation.

However, Li Junjie’s talent had been extraordinary after his aunt's modification, while the current Li Yiyun still fell a bit short. Bringing him along would only cause trouble.

Just as Li Xiaofei was about to decline, Old Monster Gou Dongxi came forward, grinning as he said, “Master, take me too. I’ve grown tired of this continent and have nothing left to learn here. Let me follow you. I’ll hold your horse and prepare your saddle.”

Li Xiaofei felt a ripple in his heart. At that moment, Kou Zhengyang, Yang Zhao, and others also knelt in midair, earnestly requesting to follow Li Xiaofei. Li Xiaofei considered their requests and finally made his decision.

“Dongxi and Yiyun may follow me. The rest of you should return. Your cultivation is not yet sufficient. If you venture into the vast universe now, it will only hinder your progress. I will return to inspect your conduct and cultivation realm. Do not disappoint me.”

No one dared to insist any further. They had known all along that their strength was insufficient. Their journey to the Outer World had only been possible because Li Xiaofei had brought them along.

He had wanted to show them the cruelty of war between the stars and plant the seed of truth deep within their hearts. Under Li Xiaofei’s guidance, they cleaned up the battlefield and gathered many spoils of war. In the end, it was quite a fruitful venture.

Finally, with a wave of Li Xiaofei’s hand, an overwhelming and irresistible force sent Kou Zhengyang, Zhao Kuangren, and the others back down to the land below. Li Xiaofei then personally took action and laid down hundreds of formations of varying scales around the entire continent, placing it under strong protection.

“The best solution would be to send the entire continent back to the Xiao Kuang Star Region through a spatial anchor. That way, there’d be no fear of the Reaper army returning for revenge,” Li Xiaofei considered silently.

However, he had not yet mastered the method to transport an entire continent. This matter would require consultation with his aunt and the others back home. For now, the only option was to remain vigilant. If the continent faced danger, he would have to return as swiftly as possible to offer aid.

Fortunately, with the skill of Spatial Point Theft, Li Xiaofei could return with a single thought, so there was no need to worry too much.

“Master, where are we going next?” asked Li Yiyun, staring at the vastness of space with a mix of excitement and confusion.

Where should they go in the endless galaxy? It would be all too easy to lose their way.

Li Xiaofei replied, “Wait.”

“Wait? Master, what are we waiting for?” Li Yiyun asked, his head full of questions.

Li Xiaofei didn’t bother to explain. He simply raised his hand and pointed.

Whoosh. Whoosh.

Two streaks of sword light shot out and entered Li Yiyun and Gou Dongxi’s bodies. These sword lights would assist them in their cultivation and also help them gradually adapt to the environment of the universe.

Gou Dongxi had already reached the Saint Realm, and met the standard of a cosmic-level lifeform. But Li Yiyun was still only at the Dao Union Realm, so he required a period of novice protection to slowly adjust to life in the universe.

After arranging all this, Li Xiaofei sat cross-legged in the void. He began circulating his cultivation technique and entered deep cultivation. The two disciples didn’t dare to slack off. They also sat cross-legged and began to cultivate beside their master.

Li Xiaofei quickly entered the right state. He had expended a significant amount of time during this expedition to the Green Continent. Since he hadn’t encountered any worthy opponents, he had been unable to gain insights through combat.

At first, he thought the past year had been nothing more than a series of good deeds. Though it had cost him time, it had also secured a future for the human race on the continent, which made it worthwhile. He hadn’t expected a surprising reward.

Just moments ago, after sending everyone away, Li Xiaofei had felt his Immortal Force surge within him. His thoughts had become as turbulent as waves, and a mysterious sensation had repeatedly struck at his spirit.

He understood clearly that this was a sign that his cultivation was about to break through to the next great realm.