Chapter 527: Chapter 524 Acceptance of Sword Dao
“Queueing?”
Long Jun’s gaze shifted toward Zuo Yijian, his eyes expressing indifference. He didn’t speak but turned and walked toward the end of the long queue.
This small interlude did not draw much attention; nowadays, encountering Great Cultivators with extraordinary bearings at Supreme Sect wasn’t rare, let alone those who did not queue.
However, with Zuo Yijian present, the order would not be disrupted!
Zuo Yijian’s impartial and strict way had earned him immense prestige.
Of course, there were those who disapproved of him, but after inquiring privately, none dared to cause him trouble because he had inherited the legacy of Supporting Dao Sword Venerable, making him almost a disciple.
…
With such a status, Supreme Sect was more than willing to raise him to the heavens.
It took barely an hour before Long Jun’s turn arrived, which was considered quick since Zuo Yijian didn’t waste words and allowed a quick go.
Zuo Yijian stared at Long Jun; he always felt there was something extraordinary about this man. Although he didn’t think the other could lift the Heaven-Splitting Axe, he was eager to see what the other could do.
In the long years spent guarding the Heaven-Repairing Platform, how tedious it had been! Yet Zuo Yijian endured, believing that his actions would move the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable. What he aspired to was far beyond ordinary people’s imaginations.
Even his descendants couldn’t understand—why keep guarding after the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable had departed?
Long Jun approached the Heaven-Splitting Axe, his right hand grasping the handle.
He just wanted to feel the power of the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable; he had no intention of actually pulling out the axe, nor did he want to ruin anyone else’s opportunity.
Although he heard that the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable was strong, he didn’t think he was stronger than himself.
Yet, as soon as he held the Heaven-Splitting Axe, his brow instantly furrowed.
So heavy!
It felt like he was not holding the axe, but the entire Celestial Spirit Great World.
From the very first touch, he realized he couldn’t lift the axe; the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable’s Cultivation Level was higher than his current level.
Golden Immortal Dao Fruit!
A storm surged in Long Jun’s heart. Such a strong individual guarding Long Qing—what could be his intention?
Before, he didn’t care, but now that he realized the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable was stronger than he had imagined, he couldn’t help but ponder more.
Where there’s a cause, there’s an effect.
If the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable was merely optimistic about Long Qing or acted out of compassion, was there a need to protect Long Qing so vehemently?
After offending the Battle Court, why didn’t the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable sever all connections with Long Qing?
Long Jun’s brows furrowed tightly as he fell into deep thought.
Zuo Yijian, on the other hand, grew impatient and said, “If you can’t pull it out, leave. Don’t waste time.”
Upon hearing this, a glint of cold light flickered in Long Jun’s eyes, giving Zuo Yijian an inwardly startled feeling, as if he faced the horror of death for an instant.
Fortunately, Long Jun didn’t take it up with him and turned to leave.
Zuo Yijian heaved a sigh of relief, looking at Long Jun’s departing figure with fear, yet with increased curiosity.
On the other hand.
Far in the Daoist Field of the Beginningless, Gu An was secretly pleased. Luckily, he had strengthened the power inside the Heaven-Splitting Axe in advance, for if this youngster had managed to lift it, there would have been chaos.
Long Jun did not belong to this era. By obtaining the heritage of the Heaven-Splitting Axe, it was equivalent to seizing the opportunity meant for Gu An’s descendants. Plus, if he took the power of the axe back to the past, it could cause trouble for Gu An.
“Everyone is striving to become stronger. I’d like to see what kind of struggle you will all end up in.”
Gu An, reading inside his house, had his mouth curled into a smile as he muttered to himself.
Zhu Xi was practicing the Daoist Unique Venerate Skill under the guidance of the Immortal Seeker, Li Ya was learning Sword Dao from the Sword Annihilation Ancestor, Long Qing was following Long Jun in practicing the Celestial Dragon Dharma Aspect.
And there was An Hao, still comprehending the power of the Celestial Dao Golden Core.
One day, these four individuals would clash, possibly even impacting the power dynamics of the world.
No, these four already represented different forces. Gu An also had to intervene, not for anything else, but to prove that following him was indeed the best path.
Gu An, thinking of the delights, beamed even more brightly.
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Spring went and autumn came, thirty years flitted by in a flash.
North Sea Mountain Ridge.
Inside a valley.
Sitting in meditation on the grass, Long Qing opened his eyes, and as he stopped practicing, the wind and waves in the valley ceased, with the floating flowers and plants gradually returning to tranquility.
He frowned and looked up at Long Jun not far away.
Long Jun was sitting on a grassheap, holding his treasure sword, his eyes revealing a faint sadness, seemingly lost in thought.
“Ancestor, why can’t I ever fully comprehend it?”
Long Qing spoke up, having practiced the Celestial Dragon Technique for decades without finding the key to its entry, which also delayed his Qi Absorption Cultivation for decades.
He was thinking of giving up.
Without lifting his eyes, Long Jun said, “It’s not so easy, don’t be impatient. Once you master the Celestial Dragon Dharma Aspect, your cultivation level will rise like the tide.”
Just as Long Qing was about to speak again, suddenly, an immense aura surged from afar, shocking the entire Great Heaven and Earth—so powerful that even Mortal Spirits could feel the terrifying pressure.
Long Jun looked up, a sharp light flashing in his eyes.
“Unexpectedly, there is such Sword Intent in this world…” Long Jun pondered thoughtfully.
Long Qing also looked in the direction the aura was coming from, but he was not surprised. Every few decades, or centuries, there would always be a powerful aura erupting, either from a Great Power battling or from someone coming out of seclusion.
He looked back at Long Jun, hoping to gain some enlightenment from the ancestor; however, before he could speak, Long Jun vanished into thin air.
Long Qing couldn’t help but sigh. Long Jun always appeared and disappeared unpredictably, never instructing him on how to practice the Celestial Dragon Dharma Aspect.
For some reason, he suddenly thought of his master, who also disliked giving personal guidance.
Could it be that his comprehension was not high enough?
Thinking this, Long Qing’s mood sank.
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On the boundless wasteland, Li Ya in black clothes was holding the Nine Extremes Sacred Heart Sword, his body surrounded by powerful Sword Qi, which caused his long hair to float and sway wildly.
“So powerful…”
Li Ya’s face showed surprise and delight. He had just reached the Loose Immortal Realm, and his Sword Intent had increased so much?
He couldn’t help but look toward the Sword Annihilation Ancestor standing in the distance.
The Sword Annihilation Ancestor was looking at him, stroking his beard and saying, “This Sword Dao originates from the Sacred Heart Sword Dao, but it is still far from the true Sacred Heart Sword Dao. However, it is enough for you to dominate this shattered Great Thousand World.”
The Sword Annihilation Ancestor was satisfied, even pleasantly surprised with Li Ya’s cultivation progress.
How strange.
This lad seemed very ordinary at first glance, only with some fate connected to the Supporting Dao Sword Venerable enabling him to reach this point today.
Why did he find it so easy to cultivate the Sacred Heart Sword Dao?
It wasn’t clear if it was a misconception of the Sword Annihilation Ancestor, but he felt it wasn’t that Li Ya’s comprehension was outstanding, but rather that the Sacred Heart Sword Dao was willing to accept him.
Li Ya was unaware of the Sword Annihilation Ancestor’s thoughts, becoming immersed in his own strength, unable to extricate himself.
Just then, a figure suddenly appeared beside him, startling the Sword Annihilation Ancestor enough to swiftly move in front of Li Ya.
It was Long Jun!
Long Jun stared at Li Ya, his gaze peculiar.
The Sword Annihilation Ancestor looked at Long Jun, his brows tightly furrowed, and asked in a deep voice, “What does your excellency intend to do?”
Long Jun’s speed was too fast, so fast that the Sword Annihilation Ancestor could tell he was no match for him.
Li Ya was also startled by Long Jun, instinctively raising his sword, but when he saw Long Jun, he was momentarily confused.
For some reason, there was a slight resemblance to Gu An in Long Jun’s features.
Upon closer inspection, it wasn’t similar.
Li Ya cursed to himself, feeling that he was being absurd once more. He tried his best not to think about Gu An, fearing it would lead to laxity.
“Senior, may I ask what brings you here?” Li Ya asked neither servilely nor overbearingly.
Long Jun asked, “Where does this Sword Dao come from?”
Li Ya replied, “Sacred Heart Sword Dao. Has senior heard of it before?”
Seeing how tense the Sword Annihilation Ancestor was, Li Ya felt panicked inside, but he had to maintain composure on the surface.
If the other party wanted to kill him, with the speed displayed, he wouldn’t even have time to react.
Perhaps he wasn’t an enemy.