But just that was worth taking a gamble for them!
Yet, at this moment the seemingly unremarkable Royal Mansion looked like apper wall and iron fortress, impenetrable. Every Martial Artist who tried to sneak in was mercilessly slaughtered without exception.
The fear of death at this moment overwhelmed greed; even with substantial rewards offered, no one was willing to go andurt death.
"When we first obtained the upper volume of the Martial Classics, Your Highness did not stop us or make any move to prevent us. This shows that there was an intention to spread the Martial Classics. So why now is there such strict defense over these Martial Classics?" a Martial Artist asked, puzzled.
They were not fools; the ease with which theyuld obtain the upper volume of the Martial Classics had already made it clear that Pei Xuanjing had intentionally let things take theirurse without hindrance, otherwise they would not have gotten it so easily.
But why now did Your Highness maintain such an attitude, responding with no word, only deterring with Thunder Means? This caused muchnfusion among many people.
Regarding this, different factions had varied opinions and understandings.
Some Powerhouses believed that such actions must have a grand scheme behind them: allowing the upper volume of the Martial Classics to spread was a bait to draw their attention, then using the lower volume to lure many Powerhouses.
Others thought that if the upper volume of the Martial Classics was already extraordinary, then the lower volume must be an unimaginable peerless skill, and it was understandable that others would not want to share it lightly.
About this, there was endless debate among the various parties.
At this time, a Powerhouse from another royal lineage thought of a possibility, just like what Pei Xuanjing had said to the young guard at first: this was his way of displaying his majesty.
"This individual is not only a Martial Arts Powerhouse but also a royal prince. Based on his past behaviors, he is known to be a domineering person who means what he says. For such a character, one has to follow his rules, or nothing else will work."
Once this view was shared, it immediately gained the agreement of many Martial Artists, and they endorsed this perspective.
Arts uit Antwerp: 's Ochtends komen er wormen uit je lichaam. Probeer hetOpen
So, after some deliberation, many Martial Arts Powerhouses made a decision to join forces and present a formal visitation request to seek the lower volume of the Martial Classics from His Highness.
These Martial Arts Powerhouses, tempted by the prospect of extended life, were all no strangers to tactful maneuvering. To them, temporarily humbling themselves was insignificant, especially inmparison to the promise of a supreme skill and extended longevity.
Firstly, they would try diplomacy, formally visiting and requesting it; if the other party did not agree, they would lose nothing. On thentrary, if they succeeded, they would gain tremendously.
Indeed, as they had hoped, after preparing generous gifts and visiting to express their intentions, they were received by themmander of the guards.
Although they did not meet Pei Xuanjing himself, just themmander of the guards, when they realized that thismmander was also a Martial Arts Powerhouse of the Twelve-Floor Tower, any displeasure in their hearts vanished without a trace.
Themmander of the guards did not obstruct them and directly stated Pei Xuanjing'snditions: To obtain the lower volume of the Martial Classics was simple, with only three requirements—exchange with their own cultivation practices, provide the precious resources listed in the provided inventory, and attend a banquet held by Pei Xuanjing in ten years' time.
To hand over their own skills to others, if the Martial Classics had not appeared, these Powerhouses would have been furious upon hearing such a demand and fighting to the death would not be deemed too severe, for itncerned the very foundation of their existence.
But after the advent of the Martial Classics, even though the lower volume had not yet spread, these Powerhouses were aware of one thing, and that was the appearance of the Martial Classics had already overturned the existing Martial Arts System, inevitably affecting the world. Their Martial Arts Techniques would inevitably bme obsolete as time passed.
So, under these circumstances, they gave only briefnsideration to Pei Xuanjing's first request before agreeing to it.
As for the snd point, the rare and extraordinary treasures, although these items were valuable, they paled inmparison to the latter volume of the Martial Classics that they sought to obtain, and were essentially insequential.
However, it was the final point, the ten-year agreement, that made these powerhouses somewhat dubious. They did not understand the purpose behind Pei Xuanjing's move.
But upon reflecting that acquiring the latter volume of the Martial Classics would boost their strength significantly, and out ofnfidence in their own power, they did not turn it down.
Thus, both parties got what they needed, with these powerhouses obtaining the desired latter volume of the Martial Classics, and Pei Xuanjing obtaining their techniques and rare treasures, which greatly benefited his own cultivation, smoothing over this turbulent period for a stable oume for all involved.
Ofurse, when speaking of a turbulent period resolved and all being well, this only pertained to Pei Xuanjing and the top Martial Arts powerhouses. With the spread of the latter volume of the Martial Classics, a storm of blood and violence erupted in the rivers and lakes,untless Martial Artists slaughtering each other for the volume that held the opportunity to reach the peak.
The former volume of the Martial Classics also spread increasingly with the efforts of those under Pei Xuanjing'smmand, enabling more people to embark on the path of Martial Arts cultivation, changing their lives, and also initiating internalmpetition within the rivers and lakes of this world.
Pei Xuanjing watched all of this but had not the slightest intention of intervening. He understood that what was happening was a necessary stage in the evolution of Martial Arts that no oneuld prevent—not even Pei Xuanjing himself—nor was there any need to do so.
All Pei Xuanjing needed was to see the Martial Classics spread, and as more and more people began their Martial Arts cultivation, he, as the pioneer and promoter, would see the Martial Arts Qi Luck of this world begin tonverge upon him.
As the Martial Arts Qi Luck grew, Pei Xuanjing gradually became aware of the presence of that Martial Lunatic. He knew that although they had never met, he and hisunterpart had bme enemies, and were as impatible as water and fire.
Dao Contest!
Originally, the pioneer of Martial Arts in this world was the Martial Lunatic, and even if his name had been obscured by Time for unknown reasons, the fact that no one had taken the pioneer's place meant that, even in his slumber, the Qi Luck of Martial Artsntinued to gather upon him.
However, as Pei Xuanjing began to spread Martial Arts in this world,mpletely different from that of the Lunatic's, it signified the emergence of a new pioneer. And Pei Xuanjing's Martial Classics, built upon the foundation laid by the Martial Lunatic, were more inclusive and ammodating.
For Pei Xuanjing, this was innovation, but for the original pioneer, the Martial Lunatic, Pei Xuanjing's actions were nothing less than a usurpation of his role, and a theft of the Qi Luck that belonged to him.
"As long as I defeat him and suppress this Martial Lunatic, bming the pioneer who carries on and expands upon Martial Arts, then I, who hold this world's Martial Arts Qi Luck, willmpletely be able to use this opportunity to push my Martial Arts to the Immortal Path and step into the True Immortal Realm with the Path of Human Immortal," a glint of sharpness flashed in Pei Xuanjing's eyes.
Ofurse, with successmes failure—by engaging in the Dao Contest, a victorious Pei Xuanjinguld plunder the Martial Lunatic's Martial Arts Qi Luck, turning his adversary's every resource into his own foundation to help him elevate his Martial Arts into the Immortal Path and opening the Divine Hidden to ascend to True Immortal.
But if he failed, although Pei Xuanjing would not suffer any loss in this simulated life, his simulation in this world would inevitablyme to an end. The foundation accumulated by his current body would be absorbed by the Martial Lunatic, and how far the Lunatic would advance after absorbing everything he had, no oneuld tell.
"Now, I have no other choice; the Dao Contest has begun, and there are only two oumes: success or failure. There is no third path," a hint of murderous intent emerged in Pei Xuanjing's heart.
Although the two had no personal enmity, the Dao Contest was an affair even more significant than personal grievances. The rise of any powerhouse was inherently built on the bones of their rivals. Thereuld be no mercy or retreat unless Pei Xuanjing wasntent for all his efforts to bme someone else's foundation.
Subsequently, Pei Xuanjing cast aside all distractions and devoted himself fully to cultivation, in preparation for the final moment. He had a premonition that the time heuld remain in this world was not long.
The dissemination of the Martial Classics brought about a new revolution to this part of heaven and earth, although it was imparable to when the Martial Lunatic founded Martial Arts and buried the age of the Immortal Path, making Martial Arts the mainstream in heaven and earth.
However, the Martial Classics spread by Pei Xuanjing, the Martial Arts he founded in this world, was different from the existing Martial Arts. This too was a revolutionary change, bringing hope tountless Martial Artists and allowing them to see the hope of breaking free from their shackles and stepping towards a new life.
Although ten years may seem long, it passed in the blink of an eye. In these ten years, the foundation-building new methods of Martial Arts in the upper volumes of the Martial Classicsmpletely replaced the old methods. Those Martial Artists who had advanced to the first floor of Martial Arts Realm also began to cultivate the new methods to grant themselves longer lives.
Under the temptation of a longer life, no one would remain stagnant, and no one would hold on to what was implete. After all, if theyuld have a longer life by cultivating Martial Arts, why insist on the old ways?
But as the number of Martial Artists increased, the internalmpetition in their cultivation became more severe. With limited cultivation resources, the fiercempetition and plunder among Martial Artists for the sake of cultivation became an all-toommon sight.
The balance between the rivers and lakes and the imperialurts also began to tilt. After all, even if theurts recruited numerous talents, theyuld notmpare to the never-ending emergence of Martial Artists. Even if their power was not particularly great, theyuld still cause significant trouble.
Not only the Dahong Dynasty, but other dynasties too were troubled by the increasing martial artists from the rivers and lakes impacting their rule. As a result, the Emperor of the Dahong Dynasty temporarily halted his plans to reorganize the rivers and lakes inllaboration with the Star Moon Temple.
In truth, even without these changes in the rivers and lakes, the Star Moon Temple no longer had the energy to integrate the forces of the rivers and lakes at this moment, because the Tianwu Pavilion, Wuji Sect, and Qingyun Path, caught off guard at first, had now regrouped and werenfronting the Star Moon Temple.
However, these were not important. With the spread of the lower volumes of the Martial Classics, the powerhouses from the Star Moon Temple also saw hope. They were no longer obsessed with the inheritance of the Sanbao Divine Sect because, if nothing else, the Royal Mansion where Pei Xuanjing resided was an obstacle theyuld not bypass.
After ten years, with the help of the lower volumes of the Martial Classics, these powerhouses began to alter their Martial Arts Techniques and change the foundation of their cultivation. Although not all followed the methods in the lower volumes of Martial Classics, those who did modify their techniques not only grew stronger but also gained longer lives.
Meanwhile, in these ten years, the advancements Pei Xuanjing made far surpassed those of the other powerhouses. The techniques provided by these powerhouses allowed Pei Xuanjing to have a clearer understanding of the Martial Arts that the Martial Lunatic had founded.
The rare treasures sent by those powerhouses were exactly what Pei Xuanjing needed to perfect the Blessed Land Forbidden Place. Once he integrated these items into the Forbidden Place, he finally raised it to the status of Cave Heaven Spirit Realm, advancing further on the Earth Immortal Path.
Ofurse, for Pei Xuanjing, the most significant advancement was not from these additions but the influence he gained from theuntless Martial Artists who cultivated the new foundational methods after the dissemination of the Martial Classics, which brought him more Martial Arts Qi Luck.
Een theelepel op een lege maag vernietigt alle parasieten razendsnelOpen
If ten years ago Pei Xuanjing only occupied one-tenth of this world's Martial Arts Qi Luck while the Martial Lunatic held half, and the other major Martial Arts forces shared the remaining four-tenths,
then now, the Martial Lunatic's share had decreased to four-tenths, the major Martial Arts forces had three-tenths, and Pei Xuanjing's Martial Arts Qi Luck had reached three-tenths.
From the initial split of one-fifth to the current three-fourths, this was great news for Pei Xuanjing. He now had enoughnfidence to suppress the Martial Lunatic if the latter were to awaken from his slumber and try to stop Pei Xuanjing's final plan.
"Your Highness, everything has been prepared," said the Captain of the Guards respectfully beside Pei Xuanjing.
Even though he had advanced to the Realm of the Twelve-Floor Tower and was one of the top powers in this world, the Captain of the Guards remained as respectful as ever in front of Pei Xuanjing.
This respect was not only because Pei Xuanjing was their guide into the Martial Arts Path but also because of Pei Xuanjing's fearsome power. The stronger one was, the more theyuld feel the pressure deep within their soul when standing beside Pei Xuanjing.
The reason for his visit was to inform Pei Xuanjing that the gathering of many masters, arranged ten years prior, was set to take place at a grand banquet, inviting experts from all over.
The venue for this grand banquet and other preparations were ready, and he hadme to report to His Highness.
Pei Xuanjing nodded and said, "If that's the case, send invitations to the strong forces from all sides. Any Martial Artist above the Twelve-Floor Tower Realm is eligible to attend the banquet. As for the others, they canme, but they do not need invitations."
He set the rule: only strong figures above the Twelve-Floor Tower Realm were eligible for invitations. As for others, Pei Xuanjing would not invite them, but he also would not refuse them.
It wasn't that Pei Xuanjing was being particular, but these invitationsntained his Martial Arts will within them. Even though Pei Xuanjing did not exert his full force, merely making a move, it was still not something ordinary Martial Artistsuld bear, and even some who had taken shortcuts to advance to the Twelve-Floor Tower Realm might not be qualified to receive these invitations.