Stealthily cultivating in the chaotic world of demons and martial artists
Chapter 1099 - 953 Reincarnation

Chapter 1099: Chapter 953 Reincarnation

The stars shift and the years fly by like an arrow.

Behind Fang Xi, a Monster Tree covered the sky and the sun, tendrils hanging down, wisps of Yi Wood Qi spreading.

He sat cross-legged, his hand seals changing.

The full moon-like Origin Soul behind his head shone brilliantly, with the Phantom of the Ancestral Demon Tree unfolding.

Thereafter, an illusionary seed-like object was enveloped by an invisible force and arrived in Fang Xi’s hands.

"Illusionary True Spirit, achieved!"

Seeing this illusionary seed, a hint of joy couldn’t help but surface on Fang Xi’s face.

Ever since he used the "Three Purities into One" secret skill to merge his two externalizations, making his Origin Soul flawless, he had been continuously practicing this secret skill.

Following "Three Purities into One" naturally comes "One Becomes Three Clears"!

Practicing this secret skill could split off three "Illusionary True Spirits" and refine three external incarnations!

Moreover, these external incarnations were entirely the same person as Fang Xi, not only capable of sharing sensory information in real time but also with no risk of rebellion!

Even if they were annihilated by someone, it would not cause any injuries to the original self!

At this moment, Fang Xi twirled the Illusionary True Spirit in his hand, silent.

In his possession was a quasi-ninth rank "Mountain Pearl," which was an excellent vessel for the Origin Soul.

As long as he infused the Illusionary True Spirit, it would instantly transform into an external incarnation.

Not only that, but this incarnation would have a naturally formed spirit root, which would surely be comparable to the coveted "Immortal Earth Spirit Root," and even possess extraordinary inherent qualities. With a bit of cultivation, it could reach the Mahayana Realm!

In the future, with a bit more effort, refining it into a second Origin Soul of an Immortal’s level wouldn’t be difficult!

"But aside from gaining another fighter, this doesn’t have much impact."

A contemplative look appeared on Fang Xi’s face.

His cultivation of the "Earth Immortal Undying Skills" was actually very easy and straightforward.

After all, even if the entire Earth Immortal Realm considered him an enemy and all the Mahayana united to attack him, it would only take a sweep of the "Supreme Northern Dipper Life-controlling Divine Light" to handle the situation...

Now that he was an Immortal, which was a whole major realm above the Mahayana Period, the amplification had reached a terrifying level.

Not to mention, Immortals have an infinite lifespan, so no matter how much lifespan is consumed, it’s essentially inconsequential.

In the Lower Realm, Fang Xi had long been invincible and fearless of group attacks!

No matter how many Mahayana Monks came, death was their only fate!

"Even if there were some incomprehensible changes, such as a cultivator discovering the Immortal Mansion Secret Realm, finding a secret skill or divine power to counter the ’Supreme Northern Dipper Life-controlling Divine Light’... or even a reversal of heaven and earth, bringing inconceivable calamities..."

"Then I’ll simply flee..."

With the Treasures of All Heavens in his possession, this time cultivating the "Earth Immortal Undying Skills," the worst outcome would be becoming an enemy of the whole world, retreating in defeat, and then walking away...

It was fundamentally impossible for anyone to keep Fang Xi behind.

’Truly, the greatest freedom and advantage is being able to withdraw at any moment, to step out of the chessboard.’

A touch of emotion appeared in Fang Xi’s eyes.

"Since it is so, this bit of Illusionary True Spirit might as well be used for something more meaningful!"

Something more meaningful, of course, would be to explore that part of the Big Thousand World!

This Big Thousand World, coming from the rewards of his ascension to Earth Immortal, was of the same rank as the True Immortal Realm and extremely dangerous!

Fang Xi even suspected that the laws of heaven and earth in the two places might be different.

All the primordial energy and matter from his side, once entering that part of the Big Thousand World, might be directly detected and seen as ’foreign’!

Therefore, refining the Mountain Pearl incarnation and sending it there would likely be a failed investment.

It would be better to send the Illusionary True Spirit directly.

Although it couldn’t carry much power, it had the potential to minimize the irritation to the Big Thousand World.

Furthermore...

The mere loss of an Illusionary True Spirit, even if annihilated, was just a drop in the ocean for Fang Xi, who could simply cultivate another one to send over.

As dispensable scouting fodder, it was quite suitable.

"Go."

With a thought, the Treasure Mirror appeared.

In an instant, Fang Xi’s Origin Soul seemed to soar infinitely high, as if viewing an expansive and magnificent world.

The endless streams of blue light surged like a tide.

A confluence of true and illusionary meanings, darkness, life and death, transcendence all gathered to form a closely-knit net of heavenly and earthly laws.

The sensation it gave him was no less than that of the True Immortal Realm!

The next moment!

A flash of silver light.

The Illusionary True Spirit in Fang Xi’s hand suddenly vanished without a trace!

...

The Shu area is full of mountains.

Among the undulating ranges, white mist rises.

In a few places, the mountain mist manifest into various colors of miasma, which are deadly to both humans and animals alike; yet they also exhibit a certain radiant, colorful beauty that spans tens of thousands of feet.

Between the perilous peaks and sheer cliffs, there are wooden bridges and plank walkways constructed by predecessors with tremendous determination and toil.

At this moment, two figures are chasing each other along the plank walkway.

"Flee not, randy rascal of Flower Savage Peak,"

The figure in front runs swiftly like a racing steed, a hulking man with a simple and honest face, adorned with a beard full of twists, yet clad in a gaudy, colorful brocade that was, upon closer inspection, a patchwork sewn together from various women’s undergarments, carrying with it a wafting fragrance of rouge and powder.

Trailing just behind Flower Savage Peak was a fiery silhouette.

In her prime of youth, with bright eyes and white teeth, tall and graceful, donned in a fire-red tight outfit, she, in the midst of her shouting, raised her flawless right hand, from which several streaks of cold light flew out, aiming straight for the vital spot on Flower Savage Peak’s back!

Startled, Flower Savage Peak cried out and plunged forward, collapsing to the ground.

The girl in the fire-red tight outfit lit up with joy and stepped forward to check, but suddenly muttered a curse upon realizing something was amiss.

Flower Savage Peak twisted his head and spewed out a puff of pink smoke from his mouth.

The moment the girl was enveloped by the smoke, she felt her entire body go weak and limply soft, her cheeks flushing red... She quickly retreated, using her lightness skill to escape the range of the pink smoke.

Despite that, she could only feel her heart pounding wildly, her mouth salivating, and her normally vigorous inner strength now feeling too languid to move; her face uncontrollably showed an expression of terror.

"Heh heh!"

Flower Savage Peak spun around, his colorful brocade tearing to reveal a gold silk soft armor underneath, and then spat out the bamboo tube from his mouth, sneering coldly, "Xin Hongyun, you wretched woman have chased me across eight provinces. Did you really think I’m a vegetarian? Having a father who’s a great hero of the South is so remarkable? Now that you’ve entered the Shu area, your father’s reach is too short... Today, I shall become the thrifty son-in-law of the great hero of the South and then sell you to a brothel to let everyone witness the elegance of the great hero’s beloved daughter, ’Flaming Whip’ Xin Hongyun!"

Xin Hongyun, beside herself with shame and rage, barely gathered her strength, intending to leap toward the adjacent abyss, vowing to protect her chastity unto death.

But Flower Savage Peak, with quick eyes and hands, threw a rope which entwined Xin Hongyun and pulled her back.

"Heh heh... my fair lady, today this lord shall let you savor the taste of a real man..."

His eyes gleamed with lust as he was about to consummate the vile act.

Suddenly, a chant sounded:

"Following the path becomes man, going against it becomes celestial; just overturn the yin and yang..."

With the chant, a figure emerged from the sheer cliffs amidst the mountains.

In a robe as blue as the azure sky, they effortlessly ascended the impossibly smooth cliff face, their lightness skill so profound it was almost inconceivable.

Flower Savage Peak’s face showed a color of extreme dread, as the blue cloud gently descended before him, revealing a young man in blue.

The young man appeared to be about fourteen or fifteen, dressed in an extremely well-tailored blue robe with a pine pattern ancient sword hanging at his waist. His face was handsome with a hint of a smile at his lips, adding to his already carefree and unrestrained demeanor.

"The Pine Pattern Ancient Sword, the young man in the green shirt... you... are you ’Central Shu Sword’ Fang Xi?"

Flower Savage Peak seemed to recall something, his face showing a hint of wariness.

"In broad daylight, under the vast sky..."

Fang Xi laughed heartily, and the Pine Pattern Ancient Sword at his waist appeared in his right hand. As he drew the long sword, it sang like a dragon, "Enough... what’s the point of discussing chivalry with a debauchee like you? Take my sword!"

He thrust his sword forward, and the sword light poured out like mercury, plain and ordinary in technique but in Fang Xi’s hand, it seemed to carry immense power, with an effect that can turn decay into magic.

A surge of Sword Qi sealed off all directions, making Flower Savage Peak feel there was no escape.

This debauchee had his own talents and reacted with astonishing quickness. He threw Xin Hongyun forward, delivering her straight to the point of the sword.

Then, a half-foot long dagger emerged in his hand. Its edge was pitch black, not reflecting the slightest bit of light, yet capable of cutting through gold and jade, one of the three treasured possessions that Flower Savage Peak relied on to dominate the Martial World.

He calculated very clearly that if this ’Central Shu Sword’ altered his technique, his sword movement would be restricted. Against his own iron-cutting dagger, the opponent’s sword would undoubtedly snap.

This ’Central Shu Sword’ was a young hero who had risen to fame in the Shu Area recently, with all his skills vested in that ancient sword. If that sword were destroyed, he would surely gain the upper hand!

The man proved he was an old hand in the Martial World, his mind quickly devising several ruthless plans.

But the next moment.

Fang Xi thrust his sword straight, and the Pine Pattern Ancient Sword in his hand turned into a streak of blue light, piercing through Xin Hongyun’s chest!

Thud!

Blood splattered as the sword ran through the girl, the blood-stained tip flickered with a three-inch blue glow, stabbing into the astonished Flower Savage Peak’s heart.

A look of mixed laughter and tears appeared on Flower Savage Peak’s face as he looked down at the torn golden silk armor over his chest, "It’s actually sword glow... Witnessing this peerless skill of the Martial World, I die without regrets... But... with your supreme martial arts, why must you..."

He looked at the girl impaled in front of him, a puzzled expression on his face.

"You don’t need to know."

Thud!

Fang Xi withdrew the Pine Pattern Ancient Sword in his hand and took out a white handkerchief, wiping the fresh blood off the edge of the sword.

Flower Savage Peak let out a miserable smile and immediately expired.

Xin Hongyun’s eyes meanwhile were wide open, staring blankly at her own chest, seemingly still in shock from the sudden turn of events.

And then, she felt an overwhelming weakness and collapsed softly...

Fang Xi sheathed his sword and stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the vistas of steep cliffs and treacherous pathways, sighing deeply,

"Once I had no choice, but in this life, I wish to be a good person..."

Looking down into the valley where clouds were rolling and spreading, he was momentarily stunned as numerous memories of his arrival in this world slowly drifted into his mind...