Chapter 60: Climb to the top of the Sword Palace and enjoy the admiration of the people

Chapter 60: Ascending the Sword Palace, Enjoying the Adoration of the Masses

Tianjian Peak.

Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder.

When Jiang Li arrived here, he saw a Dao ladder formed by thousands of Flying Swords stained with blood.

The murderous aura was astonishing.

Just standing on the outermost edge, without truly stepping onto it, one could clearly feel the tragic intensity of an ancient battlefield: broken swords, shattered swords, bloody swords, and even swords with only a hilt remaining.

Rong Qing stood beside him and explained, “The Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder is the only path to the seventh floor of the Sword Palace. It requires a Sword Cultivator to use their Dao Heart to subdue the murderous obsession of the Flying Swords from their past lives. One misstep, and they will be devoured by the murderous obsession and suffer Qi Deviation. Furthermore, there’s a prerequisite: one’s Sword Dao Realm must reach the third Realm, which is Sword Form Like Rainbow. Otherwise, without sufficient Sword Dao foundation, even with a silver tongue, you won’t be able to convince them.”

“You can try it first. If it doesn’t work, I will pull you down immediately.”

Jiang Li did not speak.

He closed his eyes.

He stood quietly with his arms hanging loosely.

Allowing the cold wind to flutter his robes.

Rong Qing said no more.

She knew Jiang Li was adjusting his Qi to return to his optimal state.

Jiang Li: Hehe, completely wrong. This show-off is waiting for people. Until everyone arrives, the Body Refining Cultivation Technique won’t act.

Soon.

As the news spread like wildfire.

The first to follow were the Disciples of the Huashen Class. Between a Sword Dao epiphany and witnessing a miracle, they chose the latter.

No other reason.

Jiang Li was also from their Huashen Class.

The more outstanding Jiang Li’s performance, the higher the prestige of the Huashen Class.

They felt honored.

Next were the Disciples of Tianjian Peak, including both Outer Sect and Inner Sect Disciples. Some of them had heard about Jiang Li’s feat of comprehending the Sword Dao at the foot of Tianjian Peak and were very interested in this Sword Dao Genius, wishing to discuss and spar with him.

Finally, there were Disciples from other Profound Peaks of Tianxuan Holy Land.

Jiang Li, who achieved Asking the Dao Foundation Establishment, had already been hailed as the top Prodigy of Tianxuan Holy Land. Even the Law Enforcement Hall held him in high regard. They came to see just how powerful this peerless Prodigy truly was.

At this moment.

Jiang Li, whose body was being managed by the Cultivation Technique, finally deigned to open his eyes.

He took a step forward.

Stepping onto the first section of the Sword Ladder.

Instantly.

A bloody and violent aura surged forth.

The murderous obsession from the Flying Sword’s owner in its past life, like an invisible mental shock, poured into Jiang Li’s body, impacting his mind.

However…

The next second.

Jiang Li calmly uttered, “Scram.”

As his words fell.

The invisible murderous obsession dissipated in an instant.

Jiang Li took another step.

Stepping onto the second section.

Seeing this.

The Disciples watching were all stunned.

“I heard that the murderous obsession of the Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder is extremely difficult to resolve. Not only does it require a Sword Cultivator to possess a stable Dao Heart, but also to subdue the obsession with their Sword Dao foundation. Each section is a test. How is he doing it so easily?”

“He must be cheating. Is he equipped with some treasure that blocks Divine Sense or something similar?”

“Laymen shouldn’t speak. The Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder was personally designed by our Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord. Unless he can produce a treasure of the Soul Transformation Stage or above, it’s impossible to bypass the test. This can only prove that Jiang Li not only has a stable Dao Heart but also extremely high Sword Dao attainment, likely already close to the third Sword Dao Realm.”

Hearing this explanation, the hearts of the watching Disciples trembled.

The third Sword Dao Realm, this was Golden Core-level combat power.

Even if not fully mastered, it could still exert immense strength.

And he had only just entered Foundation Establishment.

With such Sword Dao Aptitude, Jiang Li might completely comprehend the third Sword Dao Realm in the Middle Stage or Late Stage of Foundation Establishment.

Such talent could rival the Tianxuan Ancestor.

This was too astonishing.

…

On the other side.

Jiang Li was also surprised.

Is it this showy?

Calling him ‘King of Show-offs’ truly isn’t wrong.

He saw clearly that the Cultivation Technique, “Imperial Extremes World-Shocking Skill,” was so effortless entirely due to the Physical Body characteristics of the Body Refining technique, which was nearing Minor Achievement.

His bones presented the outline of a city, and his Bloodline was like the chanting of ten thousand people, making it difficult for all evil to invade.

And the sword master’s obsession belonged to the category of “evil.”

That’s why it could be repelled by the Cultivation Technique with a single word.

Does this count as cheating?

Jiang Li shook his head subtly.

A small opening isn’t an opening.

A small cheat isn’t a cheat.

Anyway, it was all his ability.

More importantly, he truly had mastered the third Sword Dao Realm, so he wasn’t afraid of being exposed.

The Cultivation Technique’s actions continued.

With each step up, the sword master’s obsession would entangle him, impacting his Sea of Consciousness.

But once it entered Jiang Li’s body, it would be repelled by the faint sound of ten thousand people praying in his blood.

How could the obsession of one person compare to the Power Of Will of ten thousand people?

Having gone more than halfway.

The obsession within the Flying Swords grew stronger, no longer solvable by a simple shout of repulsion.

The Power Of Will of ten thousand people also couldn’t stop the powerful obsession left behind by a strong Cultivator. The sword master’s obsession began to invade his Sea of Consciousness, and murderous desires gradually filled Jiang Li’s heart.

“Is there no other way?”

Jiang Li was not nervous.

He was ready to take back control of his body at any moment.

To subdue these obsessions with the purest Sword Dao foundation.

The next instant.

Another “Scram” from the depths of his Soul caused the invading sword master’s obsession to dissipate on the spot.

Outwardly, the Flying Sword under Jiang Li’s foot vibrated with a buzzing sound.

As if in fear.

Expressing its willingness to prostrate itself at the Emperor’s feet.

“It can do that?”

Jiang Li was greatly surprised.

He hadn’t expected the Body Refining Cultivation Technique to have such a hidden setting.

【Ding, the Cultivation Technique “Imperial Extremes World-Shocking Skill” is enraged. An Emperor, the Ninth-Five Sovereign, the co-ruler of all under heaven, how dare others lightly touch him? I shall exterminate his nine… no, ten generations.】

Jiang Li: It has already submitted to your feet.

As if hearing Jiang Li’s words, the body controlled by the Cultivation Technique heavily stomped on the broken sword beneath its foot. The broken sword trembled even more violently, buzzing loudly.

Afterward.

The Cultivation Technique continued forward.

Repeating the process.

Every sword master’s obsession, upon entering the Sea of Consciousness, would be repelled, then buzz, expressing submission.

For a time.

A thousand swords resonated in unison.

As if welcoming their Emperor to the pinnacle.

Jiang Li also lived up to expectations, stepping up one by one, reaching the seventh floor of Tianjian Peak.

The Sword Palace was within reach.

The Elders within the Sword Palace also rushed out.

Looking at Jiang Li with great surprise.

Jiang Li, in turn, looked back down the Sword Ladder. As far as his gaze reached, whether Inner Sect Disciples or Outer Sect Disciples, all had expressions of shock.

The next second.

The entire crowd erupted.

He succeeded.

This Asking the Dao Foundation Establishment Cultivator actually succeeded in passing the Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder, ascending to the seventh floor of Tianjian Peak, gaining the qualification to reside in the Sword Palace, and receiving treatment only afforded to Elders of the Golden Core Stage and above.

And he had only just entered Foundation Establishment.

All the Disciples remembered this again.

The admiration, reverence, and envy in their eyes almost materialized.

Jiang Li possesses the Aptitude of the Tianxuan Ancestor.

【Ding, the Cultivation Technique “Imperial Extremes World-Shocking Skill” overlooks the beautiful rivers and mountains, enjoying the adoration of the masses. The Emperor’s Heart has reached Transcendent, and it has begun to nurture a Mandate of Heaven Emperor Aspect, having condensed six strands of Imperial Dynasty Dragon Qi.】

Jiang Li frowned: This isn’t enough.

There are still too few people.

Like in Qinghe County, there were over a hundred thousand people providing Power Of Will. Although Tianxuan Holy Land has many Disciples, only about a thousand could come.

To condense six strands of Imperial Dynasty Dragon Qi is already a testament to high quality.

He couldn’t ask for more.

It’s just…

Does this mean he has to do it again?

Tianjian Peak has a total of ten floors. Above the seventh floor is where the Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord resides. Unless he overthrows the Peak Lord, no matter what challenges he passes, he won’t be able to move in.

【Ding, the Cultivation Technique “Imperial Extremes World-Shocking Skill” states that the position of Peak Lord belongs to the capable. Why can’t that person be me? If he can sit there, I can sit there. Only I am worthy of the view from the highest peak. Do you wish to…】

Jiang Li:!

Damn it.

You dog, don’t talk nonsense.

I didn’t think that.

“No.”

Jiang Li ruthlessly refused.

Directly ending the management.

Me, fighting the Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord? What a joke.

He knew that the Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord was a Soul Transformation Stage True Monarch. How could he fight him?

Just then.

From the highest peak of Tianjian Peak, a figure flew down on a sword.

The person wore a cloud-patterned sword robe, fluttering in the wind. His silver-white long hair was casually tied with a green jade hairpin, and a fiery crimson sword mark blazed between his brows.

The Elders outside the Sword Palace all bowed.

“Peak Lord.”

Jiang Li heard this.

And felt inexplicably guilty.

He also cupped his hands in greeting: “Greetings, Peak Lord.”

The Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord nodded slightly, a smile in his eyes, “Jiang Li, I’ve heard about your matter. Since you call my son ‘Master,’ then I am your Grandmaster. No need for such formality.”

Jiang Li was suddenly surprised.

Really? His teacher’s father is the Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord?

He had a Soul Transformation True Monarch backing him?

This was too great.

“Grandmaster.”

Jiang Li called out again.

The Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord smiled, stroking his beard: “Hmm, to be able to pass the Hundred-Zhang Sword Ladder, your Sword Dao Realm must have already reached Sword Form Like Rainbow, right? An impressive achievement. Even the Tianxuan Ancestor back then was not as good as you. You may choose any hall within the Sword Palace.”

Jiang Li’s expression shifted.

“Can I modify it as I please?”

“Of course, as you wish.”

The Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord promised with a smile.

How much could a modification change anyway?

If the junior liked it, then let him have his way.

“Oh, right, every Elder who takes up residence in the Sword Palace needs to impart their Sword Dao experience to the Disciples of Tianjian Peak. You are only a Disciple, so if you are unwilling, I can make the decision for you to decline this obligation.”

Jiang Li heard this.

And was stunned for a few seconds.

Sword Dao lectures?

This seemed like a possibility.

He was only four strands of Imperial Dynasty Dragon Qi away from pushing the Cultivation Technique “Imperial Extremes World-Shocking Skill” to the Minor Achievement Realm. These Sword Dao lectures were an opportunity.

It was certainly more reliable than the dog Cultivation Technique’s challenge to the Celestial Sword Peak Peak Lord.

After this, he would go into seclusion.