The more Wu Yuan delved into the information in the immortal slips, the more he marveled at the way these ancient factions upheld tradition. Their meticulous organizational structure appeared virtually flawless.
On one hand, by leveraging the Redmoon Immortal Realm and numerous cities, they effortlessly oversaw the entire Immortal Continent. On the other hand, through the allocation of fiefdoms and merits, they managed to appease the ambitions of numerous powerhouses, thereby preempting rebellions. And finally, all elite powerhouses were conscripted into the ranks of the Redmoon Immortal Hall!
On this immortal continent embroiled in eternal struggle with clashes between sects and immortal families, only the Redmoon Immortal Hall reigns supreme. Each administrative city is like a nail that entrenches its power into the foundation of the continent.
Not a participant, but a judge.
Such a tactic was truly impressive, with only one flaw. However, it was a flaw that could unravel the entire system.
To command such authority, one must possess unparalleled combat power to quell all opposition.
The Immortal Redmoon has ruled over the immortal continent for countless eons, and his might is unfathomable. In times of dire need, he can also call on the Taiyuan Divine Court for aid. Wu Yuan pondered.
Though some of his knowledge was gleaned from books citing various sources, a significant portion was the result of Wu Yuan’s own analysis.
Now, the veil of mysteries shrouding the Redmoon Immortal Continent was almost halfway lifted.
As for the Bloodforge Devil Hall and Myriad Axes Hall? A slight furrow creased Wu Yuan’s brow. They are seldom mentioned in the books, these two enormous factions are still a mystery to me.
In essence, with the immortal continent under the dominion of the Redmoon Immortal Hall, the presence of these two powerful factions was weak. And so, their absence in the public eye led to a lack of information and records on their activities.
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I journeyed to the immortal continent for the cultivation of my qi refiner self.
The best and also most efficient path lies in joining a powerful faction, where I can swiftly acquire abundant resources, cultivation guidance, and tutelage from renowned masters. There exist four avenues. Wu Yuan analyzed.
Undoubtedly, the optimal route is to enter the Redmoon Immortal Hall directly. Unfortunately, the Redmoon Immortal Hall seldom accepts new disciples, typically opting to recruit already matured powerhouses from various sects. Unless one is a peerless genius possessing unmatched talent, entry into the Redmoon Immortal Hall is impossible. Wu Yuan shook his head with a hint of resignation.
A peerless genius didn’t refer to just anyone who managed to comprehend the Domain while in the Qi Sea phase. Rather, it referred to the kind of incomparably dazzling monstrous prodigies who could shake countless people across the world with their talent.
Wu Yuan felt that his talent was decent, but he wasn’t confident enough to claim he could stand amongst such prodigies.
The second route is to enlist in the Redmoon Immortal Army, a force of cultivators under the direct command of Immortal Redmoon.
The immortal army wields considerable influence across the continent, conquering numerous spacetime planes and worlds. They harbor countless treasures, teachings, and ether arts, and the barrier to entry is significantly lower compared to the Redmoon Immortal Hall. However, the risks of service are great, with high casualty rates among its soldiers, and the restrictions imposed on its ranks are stringent. Wu Yuan shook his head.
Though the rewards were tempting, the dangers were equally great, making this path unappealing to Wu Yuan.
The third route is to join a large family and serve as a guest member within their ranks. Wu Yuan contemplated. Yet, the level of support varies greatly among families, with some nurturing their guests wholeheartedly while others backstab them in the dark and aim to stifle their potential. Prudence will be paramount during the selection stage.
And finally, the fourth and most common route is to join a sect. On the immortal continent, the majority of cultivators aspire to join a sect.
The strength and reputation of sects varied widely.
It’s similar to my former life. The disparity between working for a Fortune 500 company and a small local business right after graduation is enormous.
Of course, even the humblest sect was a behemoth compared to Wu Yuan’s current standing.
Wu Yuan had also acquired knowledge of the Hou Feng Tribe during its prime. Apparently, it was previously a sect rivaling the first-rate sects of the Redmoon Immortal Continent.
If I’m unable to gain entry into the Redmoon Immortal Hall, I must at least enter a first-rate sect, one that specializes in sword cultivation. Wu Yuan quickly came to a decision.
On the Redmoon Immortal Continent, more than one first-rate sect boasted a rich heritage in sword cultivation. While Wu Yuan had learned the names of some of these sects, their internal structures were a complete mystery to him. As for the disciple recruitment process and timing, he didn’t have the foggiest idea.
The circumstances of the various large sects were in a state of constant flux, making it impossible to get a good grasp of them from the immortal slips on just one floor of the library.
The closest teleportation array is in Starsword City, but it lies more than tens of millions of li away. Even if I rush over at top speed, it will still take many days. Traveling via flying boat would lengthen the trip to half a month. If I make a pit stop at Fengchuan City, it will only take an additional day by flying boat.
Wu Yuan came to a decision after contemplating his options. He would first visit Fengchuan City to upgrade his voidrealm privileges and gather vital intelligence. At the same time, he would purchase the necessary treasures and resources for his cultivation. Only when all preparations were in place would he embark on the journey to Starsword City.
If I can break through to the Golden Core phase and upgrade all nine lifebound flying swords to fifth-grade spirit weapons, I’ll be able hold my own against top-tier Golden Core cultivators, barring the exceptionally strong ones. Wu Yuan’s eyes shone with anticipation.
With such strength, he would feel far more confident roaming the land. Amethyst Cradle cultivators were rarely seen after all.
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Time went by as a fraction of Wu Yuan’s consciousness browsed the information stored within the Twin Jade Library. The majority of his consciousness, however, remained focused on cultivation and maintaining a vigilant watch in every direction.
The purple flying boat soared over tall mountains, untamed wilderness, and deserts. While skimming across a vast lake that stretched for tens of thousands of li, they were attacked by Communion demonic beasts, who were swiftly driven off by the Qiong Sea King.
He also encountered the Soul Force of others sweeping indiscriminately over his location multiple times. Wu Yuan chose to let them pass in peace.
After two days went by without incident, the Qiong Sea King suddenly drew Wu Yuan’s attention to a distant city. “Master, look at that city,” he exclaimed, pointing towards it. “Is that Fengchuan City?”
“Fengchuan City?” Wu Yuan’s eyes widened as he gazed in the direction indicated. On the horizon stood a sprawling metropolis, resplendent in its vibrant colors and adorned with countless towering structures and floating halls.
The majestic city walls stretched endlessly in both directions, their immense size beyond the scope of human vision.
On the immortal continent, all fifth-tier cities span tens of thousands of li in length and width, each serving as a miniature, self-contained world.
The Redmoon Immortal Hall is truly impressive. Even the lowest level cities under its direct governance are still constructed to such high standards.
The thick, black walls of the city rose several li high, their composition a mystery to him.
Wu Yuan understood that these fifth-tier cities were not known as immortal cities among mortals for nothing. Their legacies were astonishingly long, some dating back millions of years, and housed tens of millions of people within its walls.
The grand city walls were not just physical barriers preventing cultivators from trespassing, but were in fact arrays! They were a combination of numerous arrays in one structure.
While the strongest powerhouse of the Redmoon Immortal Army stationed in a fifth-tier city might only reach the Amethyst Cradle phase, the lethal traps within the city walls could eliminate even a Void Refiner with ease.
This was what it meant to have a deep and profound foundation.
Even if the lands beyond the city walls lay in chaos, the Immortal Hall would just turn a blind eye to it. But within fifth-tier cities and above, strict laws dictated that no cultivator may engage in combat without permission. The punishment for those who dared to defy this decree was death!
This was how the Redmoon Immortal Hall established its authority on the immortal for billions of years – it was carved out by the sacrifices of countless cultivators. No one dared to challenge their rule lightly.
“Let’s proceed into the city,” Wu Yuan declared with a smile, guiding the flying boat towards a designated passage in the city wall.
As they approached, he observed the orderly flow of various flying boats and individuals entering and exiting the city through its numerous passages.
Amidst the bustling activity, Wu Yuan’s unassuming purple flying boat slipped in unnoticed, blending seamlessly into the stream of traffic.