The cultivators of the Xuanxian Continent could never have imagined that things would take such a turn. Just this morning, they were aloof cultivators, lording over the Golden Academy. Yet before noon, they had become rats scurrying through the streets, loathed by all.
In just a moment’s time, all the Nascent Soul and Divinity Transformation Realm experts had been completely eradicated. Even the sect’s powerhouses abandoned their plans for cross-border support and destroyed the transmission array on the other side themselves.
The remaining individuals had now become forsaken pawns—unable to escape and incapable of winning a fight.
Not even begging for mercy would help.
The Evolvers of the Golden Academy had long harbored deep resentment, and now that they had the opportunity for revenge, how could they let it pass?
Screams and sounds of battle echoed from every direction as the aftermath of the fights rippled throughout the surroundings.
Li Yi’s strikes were precise and ruthless at this moment. After slaughtering the Nascent Soul cultivators, he turned his focus to hunting Golden Core cultivators. None were spared upon discovery, and after killing these cultivators, he unceremoniously confiscated their possessions, taking their Storage Spirit Devices with ease.
The cultivators had extorted the Golden Academy for so long—who knew what valuable treasures might lie within?
Because the top experts of the Xuanxian Continent had already been cleared away by Wu the Taoist, the remaining enemies were disheartened and disorganized. Lacking the will to fight and consumed by thoughts of escape, their defeat was inevitable.
Vice Dean Sun Boxiu saw that the situation was settled and finally exhaled in relief. Although he had no clue what consequences this maneuver might bring, he did not regret today’s decision. If these cultivators from the Xuanxian Continent were left alive, they would undoubtedly pose endless threats in the future.
At this moment, he rose into the air and flew toward Wu the Taoist, warmly saying, "I am Sun Boxiu, the Vice Dean of the Golden Academy. I am deeply grateful for Mr. Wu Yong’s invaluable assistance. Without your help, we would have suffered a significant loss today."
Wu the Taoist was quite pleased to hear this title. It had been countless years since anyone had shown him such respect. Back in the Tao Court, it was hard enough just to keep food in his belly. He had to avoid crossing paths with others and dared not offend even ordinary people. Now that he had crossed into this world, he had become a powerful figure, revered by others.
This feeling was truly wonderful.
"You’re too kind, you’re too kind. Helping fellow Earthlings is only right," Wu the Taoist said. "I’ve been observing the recent events, and I never expected the people of the Xuanxian Continent to be so shameless—using their superior strength to oppress and deceive. Today, it is fitting to settle both old and new grudges. The only question is whether this will cause any trouble for the Golden Academy?"
Sun Boxiu hurriedly replied, "Mr. Wu, you’ve solved a huge problem for the Golden Academy today. How could it bring trouble? Besides, if the people of the Xuanxian Continent wanted to target Earth, wouldn’t they just fabricate any excuse? I’ve long realized that these individuals came with ill intentions; conflict was inevitable sooner or later."
Wu the Taoist stroked his beard and nodded. "That is reassuring. The Evolvers of the Golden Academy have significant potential. Although they are currently at a disadvantage, this is only because their cultivation time has been short and they lack advanced cultivation methods. Coincidentally, I just obtained a Nine Transmutation Immortal Technique from that Taixian Weng cultivator I killed earlier. I might as well take the opportunity to give it to Dean Sun today. I hope this method can strengthen the Golden Academy’s power in the future, enabling you to repel foreign enemies and protect your homeland."
As he spoke, he pointed with a finger, transmitting the cultivation technique he had memorized directly into Sun Boxiu’s mind.
Sun Boxiu was simultaneously astonished and overjoyed. He had contemplated seeking cultivation techniques over the past period but found that these cultivators from the Xuanxian Continent were all tight-lipped, refusing to share. The techniques they had managed to obtain so far only reached the Foundation Establishment Stage, which were practically useless. Now, with this relatively comprehensive cultivation method, their immediate crisis was solved.
And it wasn’t just one cultivation method. It also included various spells, formations, artifact refining techniques, and alchemy methods.
Taixian Weng had cultivated for over two hundred years and explored many disciplines, making him something of a well-rounded cultivator. He had mastered an array of skills, and now all of it had been handed over wholesale. Wu the Taoist and the Golden Academy had profited greatly as a result.
"Thank you, Mr. Wu, for your generous teachings. I will not keep any of this cultivation knowledge for myself. I will immediately make it available to all the Evolvers of the Golden Academy, hoping they can use the enemy’s strengths against them and beat the Xuanxian Continent’s cultivators at their own game," Sun Boxiu declared with conviction.
If the Evolvers merged cultivation techniques with genetic awakening,
every Earthling who began cultivation would simultaneously practice all three methods. Under such circumstances, no other world’s cultivators could compare.
Given time, the Golden Academy was bound to be filled with unparalleled talent.
And with the addition of the cross-border technique, Sun Boxiu was confident that the future was brimming with hope.
"Dean Sun has a magnanimous vision—truly admirable," Wu the Taoist said, nodding approvingly.
A man in his fifties possessing such insight far surpassed the cultivators Wu had encountered in the past. Even during the End of Dharma Era, sectarian prejudices remained severe. Who would have thought that Earthlings had now achieved genetic freedom, cultivation freedom, and evolution freedom?
Indeed, under the Sky Tipping crisis, the potential of an entire world could erupt and bloom in unprecedented ways.
"By the way, Mr. Wu, I have an unconventional request. Would you consider joining the Golden Academy as an honorary professor? At present, we urgently need strong individuals like you, who have crossed worlds to assist Earth," Sun Boxiu said earnestly.