Chapter 1645: Old Practitioner Qiu

Phew~

With a thought, the terrifying power that threatened to crush the hall retreated like the tide and disappeared into Lin Xun.

He now appeared plain and unremarkable like a street revealing its original form after all of the festive decorations were removed.

"This trip to the Great Emperor Pass has benefited me tremendously..."

Lin Xun inwardly sighed.

He had seen all kinds of incredible things on his way here. It was like opening a door to a whole new world, which had broadened his mind and perspectives.

In turn, these experiences were fed back into his cultivation, allowing him to finally ascend above the advanced stage and reach the Perfect True Saint Stage.

Furthermore, the three-inch sword qi gifted by Elder Yin had been successfully cultivated into true sword-intent after fusing with his Taixuan sword qi.

After arriving at the Great Emperor Pass, he participated in the Nine Palaces Go Game, which ended with him being gifted the Big Saint Stage breakthrough experiences from a group of old monsters.

While defeating Underworld Son, Lin Xun obtained three treasures, the Abi Sword, the Grand Underworld Seal, and the Thousand Saint Blood Talisman.

At the feast two days ago, the exotic fruits, godly alcohol, and various divine delicacies he consumed became an energy source for Lin Xun to reach the Perfect True Saint Stage!

How could Lin Xun not sigh in amazement at these various gains?

It was truly a blessing!

If not for this trip to the Great Emperor Pass, his cultivation would not have reached the Perfect Stage so quickly.

Similarly, it would also be impossible to obtain the invaluable Big Saint breakthrough experiences of so many old monsters.

"Next, I should prepare to attack the Big Saint Stage!"

With a deep breath, Lin Xun tossed aside other unnecessary thoughts and took out the jade strips that recorded the experiences of the old monsters.

As the saying went, there was always something to learn from others.

The experiences and insights of the older generation could be used as references to avoid making similar mistakes.

For Lin Xun, these references would help him learn new things, avoid stray paths, and also achieve his goal of creating his own path.

Through the past experiences of others, one would be able to pave one’s future.

This was the ideology of following the past in order to herald the future.

From very early on, Lin Xun had decided to seek a path different from the ancients and those of the present.

He sought to make his dao the one and only in all of heaven and earth!

"I wonder when Mister Shen will be back..."

One final thought flashed in Lin Xun’s mind before he fully immersed himself in cultivation.

The old monsters’ experiences were akin to different paths leading to the Big Saint Stage.

Each path was unique and every individual experienced completely different risks and opportunities in the process of their breakthroughs.

The experiences rapidly broadened Lin Xun’s perspectives and filled him with feelings of enlightenment.

Occasionally, he would frown as he cut off unsuitable experiences and insights, absorbing only the essence while removing all the unnecessary parts.

Immersed in enlightenment, Lin Xun’s understanding of the Big Saint Stage gradually grew as he lost track of time.

He had a vague premonition that he would soon reach his desired path.

……

"Old Shun, is there still no news from the Vast Ocean Pass?"

𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

On a certain day, Madam Mu, Shun Ji, Ling Xiaozi, and others gathered together to discuss matters regarding the Great Emperor Pass.

Shun Ji shook his head and said, "No, it's been almost half a year. If any emergency occurred, Mister Shen and Gu Liangqu would have immediately ignited the Emperor Aura Beacon to inform us."

Madam Mu muttered, "I hope everything is ok."

The Vast Ocean Pass was an important foothold of the Great Emperor Pass.

Half a year ago, the eight domains had combined their forces and launched a massive assault on the Vast Ocean Pass.

Until now, however, no updates had reached the Sun Pass where they were stationed, leaving them completely clueless about the situation and worrying as a result.

"Don't worry, Mister Shen has shown remarkable abilities since arriving at the Frontline Battlefield three years ago. With his unrivaled tactics and techniques, he had repeatedly devastated the eight domains enemies."

Ling Xiaozi sighed and said, "Is there anyone left in the Great Emperor Pass who doesn't know that all will be well as long as Mister Shen is here, and there’s no longer any need to worry about the frontlines?"

Everyone couldn't help but nod in agreement.

Mister Shen was from the Divine Apparatus Pavilion. He was an incredible powerhouse among the quasi-Emperors whether it was with regard to wisdom, strategy, skill, or even combat power.

In fact, it was rumored that Mister Shen had already stepped into the threshold of the Emperor Stage and could be considered a half-step Emperor!

Suddenly, a quasi-Emperor sighed and remarked, "I've heard that Mister Shen often clashes with Gu Liangqu in terms of decisions and strategies. The two of them have been in constant conflict and are known to be as incompatible as water and fire."

"I've heard of this as well. Gu Liangqu was originally acknowledged to be the number one expert in the Great Emperor Pass who no one could match in terms of combat power or prestige."

The old monster continued, "However, this has gradually begun to change since Mister Shen arrived. In the three years since, his prestige has faintly surpassed Gu Liangqu’s. Given Gu Liangqu's pride, how can he possibly tolerate being surpassed by Mister Shen?"

Ling Xiaozi thoughtfully said, "Everyone knows that Gu Liangqu is an amazing expert who is strong and decisive. However, his shortcomings are also obvious in that he almost never consults anyone else before acting. "

"The more prestige Mister Shen gains, the more he will be rejected by Gu Liangqu, like how two tigers cannot coexist on one mountain.

"Sigh, I only hope that their relationship won’t deteriorate past the breaking point or the entire Frontline Battlefield will be in trouble."

Several others sighed as well.

Suddenly, Madam Mu asked, "By the way, Old Shun, is Lin Xun still cultivating these days?"

Many old monsters revealed strange looks. They knew that Madam Mu was constantly thinking about Lin Xun because she wanted to introduce her granddaughter to him.

"Yeah."

Shun Ji nodded. "I advised him to lay low for a while to avoid getting in trouble with Underworld Son.

"It's been almost a month now. I wonder if he’s become frustrated from being cooped up all the time."

Madam Mu gently bit her lip as she sighed softly.

Everyone couldn't help but inwardly chuckle, feeling that Madam Mu had become frustrated instead.

Shun Ji couldn't help but say, "Children will find their own happiness. I advise you not to interfere. After all, some things shouldn’t be forced in this world."

"What does someone like you, who has been single for thousands of years, know about relationships? I can already tell that no woman will ever fancy you no matter how high your cultivation grows."

Madam Mu rolled her eyes and laughed.

Shun Ji blushed and shouted angrily, "So what if I’m single? What right do you have to look down on a bachelor like me? Don't you know that only bachelors can remain faithful to the dao and not be distracted by feelings?"

It was always a mistake to argue with a woman.

Upon hearing this, Madam Mu laughed loudly, fully displaying her charm, beauty, and astonishing strength.

She unhurriedly said, "You're wrong, old fool, have you forgotten the Heartless Demon Emperor? Even someone as ruthless and heartless as him was forever devoted to his wife. Are you saying the Heartless Demon Emperor is inferior to you in the pursuit of the dao?"

After a brief pause, she made sure to clearly say each word as if passing a life sentence, "From what I can see, the reason why an old bachelor like you hasn’t found the chance to attack the Emperor Stage for thousands of years is because you have no one to love. You don't understand the love between a man and a woman or the joy of domestic bliss."

Shun Ji looked as if he had received a critical hit. His face rapidly flushed, and he almost fainted.

Everyone couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Without giving Shun Ji any chance to retort, Madam Mu got up and smilingly said, "I'm going to visit Lin Xun, you guys can continue your conversation."

As soon as the words left her mouth, however, she suddenly raised her eyebrows and looked toward the entrance to the Sun Pass.

At the same time, the other old monsters also rose to their feet as if they had sensed something.

Rumble!

In the distance, a bronze chariot rumbled through the void as if it was rapidly blinking across space.

The chariot was pulled by four black mountainous dragon-lions with metal-pillar-like legs and manes that gracefully shimmered with divine black light.

Each black dragon-lion gave off a terrifying aura comparable to a Saint-King!

However, even such mighty beasts were nothing more than chariot-pullers.

"Green Dipper Chariot, that’s Gu Liangqu’s chariot!"

Shun Ji's eyes narrowed.

The other old monsters’ hearts tightened, realizing this didn’t bode well.

When they saw the two figures riding the Green Dipper Chariot, the old monsters understood that a problem had come.

Because one of the figures belonged to Underworld Son!

Long, blood-red hair fluttered around his ice-cold face. He was now back after being defeated and retreating a month ago.

There was no need to ask. He was clearly here for revenge.

Next to Underworld Son stood a stern old man wearing a crown and wide-sleeved robes. His thin figure, however, appeared rather imposing.

Standing with his hands behind his back, his eyes seem to reflect the image of the setting sun and moon and a divine rainbow piercing the sky, making him look exceedingly intimidating.

"It’s...Old Practitioner Qiu..."

Ling Xiaozi was somewhat surprised.

Shun Ji and others secretly breathed sighs of relief. Thankfully, it wasn't Gu Liangqu or the situation would be far worse.

Despite this, none of them dared to be careless.

Old Practitioner Qiu was a powerful expert who stepped foot in the quasi-Emperor Stage 8,000 years ago. He was a cruel and savage character who had killed countless enemies.

Moreover, Old Practitioner Qiu’s combat strength was among the top ten in the Great Emperor Pass!

From how Underworld Son had brought Old Practitioner Qiu to the Sun Pass, he must be here to seek revenge on Lin Xun.

Boom!

The Green Dipper Chariot rumbled to a stop before Shun Ji and others. On the chariot, Old Practitioner Qiu indifferently gazed at the group and said, "I believe everyone already knows why I’m here. Allow me to say this first, whoever dares to try and stop me today will be my enemy!"

His cold and stern voice rippled across the area, causing Shun Ji’s and others’ expressions to change slightly.

Sure enough, his intentions were hostile!