Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 236 - 236 0209 You Can Only Rely on Yourself to Dig

Chapter 236: Chapter 0209: You Can Only Rely on Yourself to Dig Chapter 236: Chapter 0209: You Can Only Rely on Yourself to Dig Chapter 0209 Only You Can Unearth It Yourself

The master of Heavenly Eagle Hall, Luo Xia, walked out from the midst of those at the Foundation Establishment Stage. His gaze as he looked at Qi Tian was full of admiration. “Qi Tian, I indeed did not misjudge you. Such a promotion to the Foundation Establishment Stage at your age is truly extraordinary.”

At this point, Luo Xia turned around and addressed the surrounding Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators, “Brothers, before, you all felt the Mansion Master showed too much favoritism towards Qi Tian by bestowing him with abundant cultivation resources. Now, you’ve seen the return, haven’t you? Look into your hearts and ask yourselves, who among you broke through to the Foundation Establishment Stage at the age of fifteen? Who managed to do so after only taking two foundation establishment pills? What you couldn’t do, Qi Tian accomplished entirely. From now on, Qi Tian will be our junior brother and an example for the newer disciples of the Imperial Master Mansion. What are you still standing there for? Applaud.”

The present Foundation Establishment Stage cultivators immediately began to clap.

Nonetheless, Qi Tian was a bit bewildered. He had a feeling something was off in Luo Xia’s words. When had he received abundant cultivation resources granted by the Mansion Master? When had he ingested a foundation establishment pill? And how could he possibly be fifteen? But Qi Tian wisely chose not to question Luo Xia at this moment, realizing his words were not unfounded; there must be a reason.

Luo Xia continued, “Today, I’ll make the decision on behalf of my junior brother. Tomorrow, a feast will be held in the Heavenly Eagle Hall to celebrate Qi Tian’s promotion to the Foundation Establishment Stage. By then, all the Foundation Establishment Stage brothers within the mansion may attend. For now, everyone disperse. On behalf of the Mansion Master, I have some things to discuss with Qi Tian.”

As the crowd departed, only Qi Tian and Luo Xia remained. Luo Xia gave Qi Tian a meaningful look and led the way.

Luo Xia immediately brought Qi Tian to his dwelling within the Heavenly Eagle Hall. Pointing at a chair for Qi Tian to sit, he spoke before Qi Tian could ask any questions, “Qi Tian, starting from now on, never forget that my words earlier, spoken in front of everyone, were true. Regardless of who asks, this is the case. Do you understand? This was instructed by the Mansion Master a long time ago, it was not my personal idea.”

“Is it really that serious, Hall master?” Qi Tian asked.

“What do you think?” Luo Xia replied.

“Is it because of the Guardian National Master Manor and the National Master Manor?” Qi Tian asked again.

“Not just them, there’s more. For years, our Imperial Master Mansion has been suppressed by various parties. We have limited strength and are always on the defensive. Your promotion to the Foundation Establishment Stage at such a young age is not a good thing, it’s too eye-catching. Honestly, if someone secretly targets you, our Imperial Master Mansion might not be able to protect you,” Luo Xia stated.

Qi Tian remained silent. He knew Luo Xia’s words rang true. His situation was a bit too eye-catching. If that was all, it might have been manageable, but the issue was the three Master Mansions were not in harmony and even held mutual hostility. Therefore, being the most dazzling among the new generation in the Imperial Master Mansion, becoming the target of intentional targeting was only natural. Unless he stayed put in the Imperial Master Mansion, he was bound to face endless attempts by hostile forces.

Forcing Qi Tian to remain in the Imperial Master Mansion was not only something the Imperial Master Mansion might not even allow, but Qi Tian himself would definitely not make such a choice. His rapid development was primarily due to his daring character. His cultivation resources were obtained through his own fierce battles. If he were to stay in the Imperial Master Mansion, not to mention whether the Imperial Master Mansion would be able to provide him with a plethora of cultivation resources, even if they could, they might not satisfy his needs. With the many disciples in the Imperial Master Mansion and its numerous individuals at the Foundation Establishment Stage, they could not possibly disregard everyone else and only support him, right? Moreover, he alone could not prop up the Imperial Master Mansion.

Furthermore, staying in the Imperial Master Mansion was not advantageous for Qi Tian. He harbored several secrets. By wandering outside, others would have difficulty discovering his secrets, but if he stayed in the Imperial Master Mansion, with its many eyes, it’s probable someone could discover the secret of the Heavenly Dao Engine if they were deliberate in their observations. By that point, Qi Tian could not guarantee that a highly skilled cultivator won’t be tempted. On this aspect, even the Mansion Master, Xiao Xiaowu, could not be trusted.

Even without considering these factors, staying in the Imperial Master Mansion did not necessarily mean safety. The Imperial Master Mansion inevitably had other forces’ planted agents and spies. It could not be guaranteed that there would not be any highly skilled cultivators among them at the advanced Foundation Establishment Stage. If they intended to attack Qi Tian, he might not be able to defend himself.

“Qi Tian, I’m telling you this not because the Imperial Master Mansion would disregard you. If anything happened to you, the Imperial Master Mansion would surely go all out to support you. But this support is not unlimited nor omnipotent. I hope you understand,” Luo Xia continued.

Qi Tian nodded, “I understand. Our Imperial Master Mansion is not the strongest power in the world of cultivation in Great Zhao. There are bound to be times when we are overmatched. Moreover, I’m not the core of the Imperial Master Mansion. The Mansion Master is the bedrock of our Imperial Master Mansion.”

Luo Xia nodded, “Since you have this mindset, I won’t need to waste my breath. But from now on, remember, you’re already fifteen, soon to be sixteen. From the moment you entered Heavenly Eagle Hall, I granted you plenty of cultivation resources in the name of the Mansion Master. Here is a list of the cultivation resources to memorize. Additionally, after your prideful competition with Gao Han left you with a hidden injury, you consumed two foundation establishment pills in your eagerness to move up to the Foundation Establishment Stage. These two pills, one was a gift from me on behalf of the Mansion Master, the other was given by the Young Medical Fairy. For your age, don’t worry about it. The Mansion Master already made arrangements. All records pertaining to you that the Mansion Master holds have been altered. Those disciples and followers who know your true circumstances have all been sent on assignments.”