Once, twice, and now increasing the stakes for a third time.
With the current terms, it must be said, Yu Feixiao was tempted.
Three Foundation Establishment Pills, plus one granted by the Sect, and another one he exchanged for himself—that totaled five Foundation Establishment Pills!
Even if he failed once or twice, these five pills would significantly raise his chances of success in establishing his Dao Foundation.
Even if Yu Feixiao was confident he could succeed with just one pill,
when it came to something as critical as Foundation Establishment, there could be no absolute certainty. More preparation was always required.
After all, this pertained to his "Dao path," and Yu Feixiao took it very seriously.
Most importantly, there was a bottle of Clear Spirit Water that could quickly bring Yu Feixiao’s mind into a state of tranquility.
All negative emotions, all impatience, would vanish entirely.
Moreover, it would keep Yu Feixiao in an always calm state of mind.
This bottle of Clear Spirit Water was crucial for Yu Feixiao.
Whether during Foundation Establishment or the Spiritual Tribulation, it could be of great help.
"The terms offered by Feiyan Building are indeed sincere. I can’t refuse."
"Moreover, I’m very curious about this Lu Changsheng. How is it possible that Ling Miao would praise him so highly, even thinking I’m inferior to him?"
"This time, in front of everyone, I will make sure they all see clearly—Immortal Masters will always be Immortal Masters, and the immortal path will always reign supreme! Taking the top in both rankings is something I must achieve!"
"When the time comes, with the immense confidence of being first in both rankings, my breakthrough into Foundation Establishment will be guaranteed!"
At this thought, Yu Feixiao had already made up his mind.
He immediately sent word to Feiyan Building, agreeing to their terms!
In the Ancient Domain’s Heavenly Sect, within Lu Changsheng’s cave mansion.
Lu Changsheng’s eyes slowly opened.
"Twenty-three days... I’ve finally consumed all the Spirit Communication Flowers!"
With a thought, Lu Changsheng immediately checked his attribute panel.
Comprehension: 7,760 (Praise from all sides)
Heart Sword True Words Technique: 67% progress (Jade Heart Sword)
Lu Changsheng’s brain domain had already expanded to 94 li.
It was a massive improvement!
"With this, I should truly be deserving of first place on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, right?"
A slight smile curved at the corners of Lu Changsheng’s mouth.
When he was ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, many had their doubts.
At the time, his brain domain hadn’t yet expanded to 90 li.
Without reaching 90 li, one didn’t even qualify to be listed on the Dao Foundation Candidate List.
He had been an exception to the rule when he was placed on the list.
But now, Lu Changsheng was unquestionably the rightful first place on the Dao Foundation Candidate List!
"However, my brain domain is still 6 li short..."
Expanding the brain domain by another 6 li wasn’t particularly difficult.
He could either spend time comprehending domains,
or search for rare treasures that could help expand the brain domain.
Lu Changsheng leaned more toward searching for such treasures again.
The only issue was that rare treasures were hard to find.
Sometimes months, even years, could pass without hearing of one.
Whether or not there would be news of treasures depended entirely on luck.
"Hmm? This is... a message left by Zhong Yu, the Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall?"
Lu Changsheng slightly sensed the formation in his cave mansion.
He noticed that the formation had been tampered with.
Someone had left a message within the formation.
It turned out to be from Zhong Yu, the Hall Master himself—a mighty Dao Foundation cultivator!
Lu Changsheng had a rather favorable impression of Zhong Yu.
After all, Hall Master Zhong Yu had helped Lu Changsheng on several occasions.
"Better head to the Law Enforcement Hall to see what it’s all about."
Lu Changsheng stood up and left the cave mansion, making his way toward the Law Enforcement Hall.
As soon as he arrived at the hall, Lu Changsheng noticed an unusual atmosphere.
Numerous gazes instantly fell upon Lu Changsheng.
Their eyes carried a mix of astonishment, eagerness, skepticism, and various other emotions.
Lu Changsheng frowned slightly.
Having been in seclusion for twenty-three days, Lu Changsheng was unaware of recent events in the outside world.
He wasn’t too concerned about the external world either and hadn’t activated his Perception Domain.
"Could the news of Juling Mountain have spread?"
Lu Changsheng had some idea.
He clearly understood the sensation the events at Juling Mountain would cause once the news reached the Ancient Domain’s Heavenly Sect.
Now, seeing those passionate gazes and the barely-contained excitement of everyone—including the elders in the Law Enforcement Hall—
he could guess as much.
"So, this is Lu Changsheng? Truly remarkable for someone so young!"
"To suppress the immortal path—it’s simply delightful!"
"Even though he’s only in the Divine Treasure stage, he managed to suppress hundreds of Immortal Masters and earn such high praise from Immortal Master Ling Miao... Lu Changsheng is undoubtedly the greatest martial artist in the entire Ancient Domain!"
"I wonder if the recent rumors are true? That Lu Changsheng and Yu Feixiao will really have a showdown?"
"Where there’s smoke, there’s fire—likely true."
"Hahaha! I missed Lu Changsheng’s glorious triumph over hundreds of Immortal Masters at Juling Mountain. But now, there’s a chance to witness him defeat Yu Feixiao firsthand and truly secure the top spot in both rankings!"
"From a certain perspective, if Lu Changsheng becomes first in both rankings, overwhelming the most elite talent of the immortal path, it will symbolize martial arts taking the upper hand, at least temporarily. That would be a tremendous moment of glory for martial artists!"
Listening to the disciples’ and elders’ discussions and debates,
Lu Changsheng couldn’t help but feel puzzled.
He had guessed that Juling Mountain’s news had shaken the Ancient Domain’s Heavenly Sect,
but now it seemed like there was more to it than just that.
Something about being first in both rankings?
And a duel with Yu Feixiao?
Everyone seemed so certain, yet Lu Changsheng himself was completely in the dark. Tʜe sourcᴇ of thɪs content ɪs NovᴇlFɪre.ɴet
"Lu Changsheng, enter the Inner Hall."
At this moment, a familiar voice resonated in Lu Changsheng’s ears.
It was none other than Hall Master Zhong Yu’s voice.
Lu Changsheng’s heart stirred.
Without hesitation, he stepped into the Inner Hall.