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Chapter 711: Cultivation Momentum: One Palace, Two Sects, Three Schools 3

Chapter 711: Cultivation Momentum: One Palace, Two Sects, Three Schools 3

"Far more than formidable," Elder Tian sighed with a wry smile. "It’s terrifying. To my knowledge, they are young, yet their strength likely has already reached the Heartbeat Phase. As for what rank, I’m not quite sure, but it’s certainly not low. Sometimes, I must admit, every field has its geniuses, cultivation included."

Upon hearing this, Leng Xuan was also shocked. He had always thought his own strength was commendable among his peers, but after Elder Tian’s words, he realized that he had a narrow view of the sky from the bottom of a well; there were many more powerful than him. It seemed that he must dedicate himself to cultivation and strive to enhance his strength quickly. As a successor of the Defying Heaven Art, he must carve out a place for himself in the Cultivation World; otherwise, it would disappoint some people, such as the mysterious figure in that dream.

After a little more casual conversation, Elder Tian suddenly said, "Young Friend Leng, since you’re not too familiar with the Cultivation World, let me give you some advice. The major Cultivation Sects’ influences are not detached from the mundane world, merely immersed in devoted cultivation. In fact, they have always been involved and maintain deep connections. They support many families and corporate powers domestically, then indirectly control economic or political trends through these worldly people. Therefore, you must be careful with your actions in the secular world. If you encounter a power supported by Cultivation Sects, do not make enemies with them; it would do you no favor."

Leng Xuan pondered for a moment and then asked, "Why would they do such a thing? The secular world has its own laws, governed by its own governments. For cultivators to interfere too much in the secular world doesn’t seem quite appropriate."

"You are mistaken, Young Friend Leng," Elder Tian shook his head and said. "Neither humans nor cultivators can escape desire and ambition. Many become cultivators in the pursuit of immortality, but immortality is not so easily achieved. Throughout history, those who have obtained it can be counted on one hand. Therefore, the ambitions of cultivators begin to emerge. They believe themselves to be powerful, capable of looking down on commoners like ants, controlling the fate of mortals."

Leng Xuan frowned and said, "According to what you’re saying, are they doing this to satisfy their own ambitions? To dominate the Nine Heavens and rule everything?"

Elder Tian let out a sigh and said somberly, "Indeed, it is because of this reason that I chose to live in seclusion and not associate with them. It can be said that the Cultivation World has completely degenerated, lost its tranquility free from the world, and has become rife with the strife of power. Moreover, among these major Sect powers, Lingyun Palace has the greatest ambition, challenging the authority of the Nine Heavens Sacred Palace over the years, attempting to replace it and become the Dominator of the Cultivation World."

Leng Xuan internally shook his head, feeling some disappointment with the Cultivation World. Fortunately, he lived in the secular world, far from the reach of their conflicts. Just then, the door was gently knocked on, followed by Liu Yuntian pushing the door open and coming in, carrying a tray with several steaming tea cups on it. He walked to the couch, placed the tray on the coffee table, and handed a cup of tea to each of them with a smile, "You’ve been talking for so long, your throats must be dry. Try the tea I’ve brewed myself."

Leng Xuan quickly took it, lifted the tea cup, and took a sip. A bitter taste hit him first, but soon, that bitterness turned into a fresh sweetness, soothing the heart and spleen, prompting him to praise, "Grandfather Liu, your tea-making skills are truly second to none."