Grinding Cultivation Toward Martial Saint

"However, Vajra Temple and Qingxu Temple are not under the Martial Saint’s warning. I believe they are also unwilling to sit idly by and watch the growth of that Dongling Marquis."

"Moreover, they rank alongside Ji Xuan as the world’s second. I suspect they also wish to weigh this young generation!"

As he spoke, Xia Xuanyan’s tone was full of confidence.

The gaze in the eyes of the Heavenly Cry Sect Leader also slightly changed.

"The title of the world’s second is indeed very concerning! After all, no one in the world can shake the title of first."

"That’s the truth!" Xia Xuanyan nodded, appearing thoughtful, then said, "Next, I will send someone to restructure the world’s second rankings. The Dongling Marquis can rival Ji Xuan without falling behind, and should be among the ranks of the world’s second, adding one more to make six equally ranked."

"Master Xia’s strategy is excellent!" praised the Heavenly Cry Sect Leader. "In this way, that one from Vajra Temple and that one from Qingxu Temple have ample reason to assess the Dongling Marquis, this young generation!"

Xia Xuanyan nodded.

"Master Xia..." The Heavenly Cry Sect Leader suddenly hesitated.

"Speak directly!" Xia Xuanyan said.

"Why is Master Xia targeting that Dongling Marquis? Is there a grudge or conflict with him?" asked the Heavenly Cry Sect Leader.

"No!" Xia Xuanyan shook his head lightly.

"Then... why?" asked the Heavenly Cry Sect Leader.

"That Dongling Marquis is very smart, not a fool. I previously set some traps for him, intending to have him marry into my Profound Yellow Cave Heaven and join my Xia family. Although my actions were cautious, the Dongling Marquis may not be completely unaware!" Xia Xuanyan spoke.

He continued: "Once he knows those matters originated from me, if he reaches the level of that Martial Saint in the future and seeks retribution, even with the foundation of Profound Yellow Cave Heaven, it would be troublesome!"

"I see!" The Heavenly Cry Sect Leader said, a slight change flashing in his eyes.

...

Royal Capital.

Dongling Marquis Mansion.

"Tomorrow?" Jiang Ning looked at the imperial decree sealed with a stamp in his hand and nodded.

The imperial decree detailed the time for the new monarch’s ascension and the grand marriage ceremony.

The auspicious day recorded on it was indeed tomorrow.

"Marquis, then I shall return to report!" The inner guard respectfully said to Jiang Ning, lowering his posture.

Two days had passed since that turmoil.

Every citizen throughout the royal capital knew the skies had changed.

Previously, Wang Jixuan controlled the court as the Regent King, his word was final, and no one dared to defy it.

Now, the new monarch was the Eighth Prince, who was about to ascend the throne and succeed the great unification.

The entire royal capital knew that the new monarch’s sister had a close relationship with the Dongling Marquis.

With the new monarch’s ascension, the status of the Dongling Marquis would inevitably soar and prosper.

Those who truly understood the changes in the Imperial Palace two days ago knew very well why the previously disregarded Eighth Prince could succeed the great unification and become the new monarch of Great Xia.

Ninety percent of the achievement stemmed from that Dongling Marquis, who is already renowned throughout the Nine States.

That Dongling Marquis, at the crucial moment two days ago, descended like a divine being, reversed the situation, appointing Ji Minghao as the new monarch.

To promote the Eighth Prince Ji Minghao as the new monarch, he even fought side by side with Wang Jixuan, who claimed the title of the world’s second, and ultimately did not fall behind, sharing the honors equally.

Now the rumors of the world’s second with six equal figures have spread throughout the streets and alleys of the royal capital, and such opinions have gained more and more recognition.

As the inner guard departed, Jiang Ning turned back.

"Young Master!" Lv Yi stood by his side.

"Remember to remind me tomorrow!" Jiang Ning casually handed the imperial decree stamped with the red seal to Lv Yi.

"Yes, Young Master!" Lv Yi hurriedly stored the decree securely.

"By the way, did Shiqi return yesterday?" Jiang Ning just raised his foot, then stopped and asked.

"The Seventeenth Princess left yesterday," Lv Yi replied.

"Any news today?" Jiang Ning asked again.

"None today, presumably the Seventeenth Princess is busy preparing her attire for tomorrow’s ascension ceremony! After all, tomorrow is the ceremony for the new monarch’s ascension and the wedding banquet where the new monarch will marry General Shen Xiao’s youngest daughter as the Empress." Lv Yi replied.

Jiang Ning nodded and returned to his residence courtyard, arriving under the ancient pine.

At this moment, the shade of the pine tree, the lake ahead undulated with emerald waves and ripples, the water was clear enough to see a rainbow reflecting seven colors, with an old turtle by the lake basking, flipping its belly under the sun.

A gentle breeze blew, creating rippling patterns on the water’s surface, golden light flickered in the shadows under the pine tree.

Feeling the breeze upon him, Jiang Ning’s mind pondered.

These past two days, he hadn’t stepped out of the door.

Yet achieving the realm of Immortal Primordial Spirit, his perception was vastly expanded.

With just an inspection of the Heart Spirit, the entire royal capital, with all its details, almost presented itself before him.

The only things that could block his insights were a few special places and buildings.

Elsewhere, there were no more secrets in his mind.

He was naturally aware of the spreading information over these two days within the royal capital.

Being one of the six ranked equally as the world’s second.

And the reason was very convincing.

The news of his duel with Ji Xuan had spread, increasingly wide and exaggerated.

Currently, one version was that he descended like a divine being, forcefully suppressing Wang Jixuan while lifting Ji Minghao to the throne.

Many people compared him to the Martial Saint, claiming he is highly likely to become the second Martial Saint among the Thirty-Six Prefectures of the Great Xia.

He also knew that these various rumors were spread by someone in the shadows.

Putting him in the spotlight, roasting him over the fire.

He knew it wasn’t done by one group but involved various forces.

Including many powers from the Imperial Family, and from the Martial Saint Mansion.

Jiang Ning gathered his thoughts, his expression calm.

Even though the tree longs to be still, the wind does not cease.

In participating proactively in the struggle for the throne two days ago, he foresaw such a situation.

But now, the situation is much better than he anticipated.

The Martial Saint actively participated, favoring him, giving him more time to face these matters calmly.

Achieving Immortal Primordial Spirit brought him not only enhanced power and methods.

But also a growth in divine understanding, thought process speed, and heightened insight.

Within just two days, he deeply resonated with these changes.

[Divine Power]: 7611/8788

The changes over two days were extremely considerable, not inferior to achievements in previous tens of days.

With his current efficiency, achieving Great Success in the Unity Realm was within reach.

By tomorrow at the latest, he could step into the Great Success of Unity Realm.

Then, his gaze lowered.

[Skill]: Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship (Perfection 95655/100000)

His gaze fell once again on the skills column.

The experience value of the Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship was the outcome of his seclusion these past two days.

After achieving Immortal Primordial Spirit, his thoughts, his insight, grew to a terrifying level.

That was a height on par with an Immortal.

Using the Immortal’s perspective to comprehend the Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship.

It was no longer like the previous painstaking efforts.

The efficiency far exceeded previous levels.

These past two days, he focused his time on the Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship because of the Moon Palace woman’s words.

His current understanding of Taiyin and Taiyang was not deep enough.

If he could deepen his understanding, integrate the Origin of Taiyin and Taiyang into himself, and temper his Primordial Spirit, his foundation could be further elevated.

Just those words had directed him toward a current target of Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship.

Because this swordsmanship, with the sword entering the Dao, points to space and Yin Yang.

He believed that as his realm advanced, his understanding of Taiyin and Taiyang would deepen.

Soon reaching the state the Moon Palace woman described, integrating the Origin of Taiyin and Taiyang into himself, then tempering the Primordial Spirit, elevating the Immortal Foundation.

It concerns the enhancement of his foundation.

Moreover, the Taixu Yin Yang Swordsmanship is the highest-grade cultivation technique he currently possesses.

Breaking through this cultivation technique would certainly further improve his strength.

Now, looking only inside the royal capital reveals undercurrents.

He could envision, as the news of his duel with Ji Xuan spreads, the world would become even more bustling.

And to deal with these potential crises, relying solely on the growth of his strength.