"Raising one's bloodline? How is that possible? "
Zhang Jiuxiao shook his head. "The bloodline of a Sage Clan is determined at birth. In fact, most of the core members of a Sage Clan are already determined even before they are born … Just like unique constitutions, it is innate. Is it really possible to alter a person's constitution through external means?"
"This …" Zhang Xuan hesitated for a moment before nodding.
As he had never come into contact with Sage Clans before, there were many things that he was unaware of. However, there were two students who possessed unique constitutions.
Zhao Ya and Wei Ruyan possessed the Pure Yin Body and Innate Poison Body respectively. It was indeed impossible for them to cultivate their unique constitutions.
It was just like how an earthworm could never become a divine dragon no matter how hard it tried. There was no way to bridge the gap between them.
Otherwise, he would have long upgraded Zheng Yang, Liu Yang, Sun Qiang, and the others to their unique bloodlines and raised their cultivation swiftly.
"It seems like I was thinking too simply …"
Zhang Jiuxiao shook his head.
Ever since he had the experience of raising the bloodline of spirit beasts, he had thought that it would be possible for Sage Clans to do the same as well, but from the looks of it now, it seemed like he had been too naive.
"While the bloodline of a Sage Clan allows one to cultivate swiftly, there is a flaw to it as well, and that is, it is extremely difficult for one to surpass their ancestors. For this reason, the Sage Clans have only been able to guard their foundations for the past several dozen millenniums. It is extremely difficult for them to reach greater heights … "
Zhang Jiuxiao continued.
There were pros and cons to everything.
Possessing a pure bloodline and possessing high talent would allow one to advance one's cultivation swiftly in the early stages. However, it would be extremely difficult for one to surpass their ancestor's realm.
This was similar to an empire. It would be extremely difficult for one's descendants to surpass the founding emperor.
After asking a few more questions, Zhang Jiuxiao revealed everything that he could, leaving out the things that he could not reveal.
Knowing that Sage Clans had their own rules, Zhang Xuan chose not to pry too much into it.
Even though Zhang Jiuxiao didn't reveal any important information, through their conversation, he had learned that there was indeed an engagement between the Zhang family and the Luo Clan. On top of that, the genius of the Zhang family was just as Mu shi had said, an extremely mysterious figure. He had only heard of such a person, but not even his shadow had been seen.
However, based on Zhang Jiuxiao's deduction, even though the young man before him was only twenty, his cultivation had already reached Saint 7-dan at the very least!
He hadn't seen this person before, but he had seen the other core disciples. One of them had a very high grade bloodline, and he wasn't even thirty years old yet.
Even though his bloodline was of a lower grade than his, he was still so powerful. Needless to say, that young master must be even more terrifying!
"Saint 7-dan …"
Zhang Xuan felt a strong pressure in his heart.
Luo Chengxin was an expert of this level.
With just a thought, without even using a Martial Technique, Xiao Chen could suppress Xiao Chen, leaving him unable to resist at all. The difference between them was so great that it could not be measured.
"From the Saint realm to the Primordial Spirit realm, I have to pay a huge price for every small advancement … Looks like I'll have to work even harder if I want to marry Lozosy!"
He clenched his fists.
Beyond Saint 4-dan, every single advancement would have a higher demand on one's talent and spiritual energy. Regardless of whether the young master of the Zhang clan had shown himself or not, if he didn't make full use of his time, he wouldn't be a match for him.
If he couldn't even defeat his love rival, how could he possibly win Lozosy back?
"Time to cultivate …"
Feeling the pressure weighing down on him, Zhang Xuan spent the next few days either cultivating or digesting the books in the Library of Heaven's Path.
Not only did his cultivation grow stronger, his comprehension of battle techniques had also deepened. This was especially so after studying the Heavenly Art of Dimension Unravel that Ancient Sage Qiu Wu had left behind. His comprehension of spatial laws had grown even more profound. Even though he was only at Embryonic Soul realm, he was already capable of executing the Spatial Shackles that Leaving Aperture realm experts were capable of.
Once executed, anyone within a radius of five meters would feel as if they had fallen into a swamp. Be it their speed or offense, they would be significantly reduced. In such an environment, even Hall Master Xing would be able to crush them with a single finger, needless to say, Wu Shi and the others.
"This is due to my Embryonic Soul and zhenqi cultivation being too strong. My comprehension of spatial laws is still too weak … I'm still some way off from reaching 2-dan!"
Knowing where his flaws lay, Zhang Xuan did not get complacent.
The Heavenly Art of Dimension Unravel was divided into five dans. Even though he had already reached 1-dan pinnacle, he was still a long way off from reaching 2-dan.
Six days later, the saint beast stopped in the sky above a massive city.
"Zhang Shi, this is the Northern Meadows City, also known as the Ji City. Of the many cities in Qingyuan Empire, it can be considered one of the top cities! "
Wu Shi said as he gestured.
Lowering his head, Zhang Xuan saw a massive city shrouded in white clouds. Innumerable towering buildings could be seen towering in the distance, stretching as far as the eye could see.
It was indeed a massive city. Even if it could not match up to Qingyuan City, it was still much more majestic than places like Hongyuan City.
"The Marshlands of the Northern Meadows is an extremely dangerous place. Not only is it difficult to traverse on the ground, the air is also extremely ethereal. If we wish to enter, we'll have to find a guide who is familiar with the terrain. Otherwise, even if we aren't weak, we might just end up being devoured by nature! "
Wu Shi explained.
"Un." Zhang Xuan nodded.
Through his books, he had gained a deeper understanding of the Marshlands of the Northern Meadows.
Just as Zhang Xuan had said, it was extremely bizarre. Even Primordial Spirit realm experts were unable to fly, so they could only walk on the ground obediently.
Without a good guide to lead the way, there was a good chance that they might fall into a trap left behind by a hunter, be surrounded by some unique saint beasts, or even fall into a nest filled with venomous insects.
Given the group's strength, while these were not much of a problem, it would still delay their journey. In fact, they might even leave some traces behind, allowing Vicious to take precautions against them.
"The head of the Northern Meadows City's Mingshi Tang Pavilion, Ji Tianxiong, is a good friend of mine. I have already sent him a message earlier, and he should be arriving very soon. By then, I'll have him lead the way for us."
Wu Shi said.
"I've heard of Ji Tianxiong before. He once stayed in our Combat Master Hall for a period of time, and he possesses formidable strength!" Pavilion Master Liao interjected.
"Indeed. His glacial zhenqi coupled with his Finger of Glacial Frost allows him to freeze water, making it extremely useful in a marsh. With him leading the way, we won't have to be so passive even if we encounter any danger," Wu Shi replied with a nod. He had great confidence in his good friend.
While they were speaking, the saint beasts had already arrived in the sky above the Northern Meadows City. Following which, they saw an old man flying over.
Zhang Xuan took a closer look at the old man, and he appeared to be in his fifties. He had a pair of eyes reminiscent of an eagle's, brimming with vigor and vigor.
His cultivation was at Primordial Spirit realm pinnacle, and there seemed to be a mountain of ice lying dormant around him. With a single look, it was clear that he cultivated an ice attribute cultivation technique.
Upon seeing the old man, Wu Shi hurriedly greeted him. After the old man entered the wooden hut, he introduced him to the crowd. "This is the head of the Northern Meadows City's Mingshi Tang Pavilion, Ji Tianxiong. This is Zhang Xuan, Zhang Shi, the head of the Combat Master Hall, Hall Master Xing. "
Zhang Xuan introduced the others as well.
Upon hearing that it was Zhang Xuan, Ji shi immediately bowed respectfully. "Ji Tianxiong pays respect to Zhang Shi!"
Even though the Northern Meadows City was millions of li away from Qingyuan City, they had still heard of Zhang Xuan's pavilion crashing.
Just the fact that he had single-handedly challenged the entire Mingshi Tang Pavilion and stood at the very peak of the Northern Meadows City was enough to make him worthy of respect.
"There's no need to stand on ceremony," Zhang Xuan replied with a smile. "I believe that Wu Shi has already explained the situation to you."
"Wu Shi has already told me about it."
Ji shi nodded.
"That's good. We intend to enter the depths of the Marshland Marshland in search of the Ghost Cavern, so I'll need Ji shi's help to lead the way," Zhang Xuan said.
"The Ghost Cavern is an extremely bizarre place. It isn't located in a fixed location, and there are some people who might not be able to find it even if they were to find it. Through my experience, I can only roughly determine its location, but I can't say for sure whether I'll be able to enter it or not!"
Ji shi said.
While the Ghost Cavern was located in the Marshlands of the Northern Meadows, it wasn't a fixed location.
"All you need to do is to lead us to its location. Zhang Jiuxiao, Zhang Shi, has entered the Ghost Cavern before.
Perhaps, you might be able to find it, "Zhang Xuan said with a smile.
"Alright!" Ji shi nodded.
The Ghost Cavern was a place that could temper one's state of mind. Every year, there would be many master teachers who would venture into the Ghost Cavern to try their luck. Some would succeed, but others would vanish without a trace.
While Zhang Jiuxiao had been there once, he had been led there by someone. Just like the desert, the marshlands had undergone great changes. Even if he were to return to the Ghost Cavern again, he would still need someone to lead the way. However, if he could find the exact location of the Ghost Cavern, there was a good chance that he might be able to enter the Ghost Cavern successfully.
"After flying for so many days, do you all want to head over to Mingshi Tang to rest for a while?"
"There's no need for that. Let's hurry over. Otherwise, I fear that even more master teachers will fall into the hands of the Ghost Cavern! "Zhang Xuan waved his hands.
Every day that they were delayed meant an additional layer of danger. As cultivators, they could cultivate as a substitute for sleeping, so they didn't feel tired at all.
"Alright, let's set off then!"
Ji shi instructed the aerial saint beast to find the right direction and head straight ahead.
The Marshlands of the Northern Meadows were located to the north of the Ji City. After flying for roughly two hours, the crowd saw a pitch-black swamp that seemed to be connected to the heavens.
"Let's alight here. The air currents in the swamp ahead are extremely chaotic, and there are many unique auras around it. The slightest carelessness could cause one to fall into the swamp, and it would be difficult for one to escape. If we wish to enter the swamp, we'll have to walk!"
After flying for a while longer, Ji shi instructed the aerial saint beast to land on the ground.
The Marshlands of the Northern Meadows weren't just filled with man-eating swamps. There were also unique auras in the air as well, and the slightest carelessness could easily lead to one's death.
Alighting from the back of the aerial saint beast, the crowd took a closer look at the swamp.
The swamp was filled with scarlet plants that resembled lotus leaves. They were laid flat on the ground, and they extended toward the depths of the swamp.
"These are known as Man-eating Lotuses. They might look beautiful, but they are extremely dangerous. Even some Transcendent Mortal experts would find it hard to escape once caught by them!"
After introducing the plants, Ji shi picked up a small rock and tossed it toward the lotus leaf.
Huala!
As soon as the rock came into contact with the lotus leaf, it was immediately enveloped by the lotus leaf and crushed into smithereens, as if devoured by a unique force.
"This …"
Zhang Xuan's eyebrows shot up.
If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he wouldn't have believed that such a plant existed in the world.
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