Terran Guardian - Chapter 4175

Chapter 4150: Netherworld Ghost Fire

The quota for a Sage’s Daoist Academy

was naturally useless to Shen Changqing.

He had already broken through to the Half-Saint realm, and a Sage’s Daoist Academy that maintained its peak would certainly have some useful applications.

After all, it was a place where Sages lectured year-round, preserving the profound and unfathomable essence of the Great Dao. Comprehending it would be of great benefit.

However, it was clear

that the Sage’s Daoist Academy in Tian Sheng Immortal City was no longer what it once was.

This was normal.

Preserving the complete Dao essence of an ancient Sage’s Daoist Academy was no easy feat.

Over the years, cultivators from various forces had continuously entered to comprehend it, and the Sage’s Dao essence had already suffered severe damage. As Qin Yang had said, it was

now useless to Half-Saints. But— useless to Half-Saints, it was of great use to cultivators below the Half-Saint level. The Seven Profound Daoist Sect now had many Immortal Emperors; obtaining two quotas would allow him to enter and comprehend the supreme Great Dao. Shen Changqing naturally wouldn’t refuse this offer . He could tell that Qin Yang wanted to use this opportunity to forge a good relationship with the Seven Profound Dao Sect. Shen Changqing couldn’t possibly refuse such an offer. After all, forging a good relationship was beneficial to both the Qin family and the Seven Profound Dao Sect. More friends were always better than more enemies. Moreover, Qin Yang’s position as the manager of the Tongtian Pavilion was not to be underestimated. Shen Changqing knew very well that he needed a large amount of resources to cultivate the Zhou Tian Great Sun Glazed Body, and this would inevitably involve the Tongtian Pavilion. As for the original Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, frankly, it was unreliable for the time being. Not only was the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce rooted in Shenfeng Prefecture, but its foundation was also far inferior to that of the Tongtian Pavilion. The Zhutian Chamber of Commerce was established with innate demon gods like Futian in charge to lay a foundation and develop slowly, hoping to play a role later when it truly matured. Right now, Shen Changqing’s cultivation was improving too rapidly, and the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce was struggling to keep up. Therefore, the importance of the Tongtian Pavilion cannot be ignored. The Qin family valued the strength of the Seven Profound Dao Sect, and the Seven Profound Dao Sect valued Qin Yang’s identity; the two sides naturally reached an agreement. Not long after, Shen Changqing left the Tongtian Pavilion. After returning to the Cangyun Immortal Mansion, he fell into deep thought. This time, the Qin family provided two spots, but who should receive them was a problem. “The Saint’s Dao Field emphasizes comprehension!” “Only those with exceptional comprehension can find great opportunities in the Saint’s Dao Field!” Shen Changqing tapped his fingers lightly on the stone table. The Seven Profound Dao Sect had quite a few cultivators with good comprehension. But finding the two with the best comprehension was both easy and difficult. First, Ji Yang was the first to be eliminated. As a reincarnated Dao Venerable, he didn’t need the opportunities of the Saint’s Dao Field. For him, breaking through to the Half-Saint Realm was easy; the reason he hadn’t broken through yet was simply because the timing wasn’t right. Then, there was Gu Qingyang. Although this disciple wasn’t a reincarnated Dao Venerable, he possessed an innate immortal body and had resonated with the Immortal Stele due to the fall of the Emperor Star, granting him numerous opportunities and no shortage of chances to enter a Saint’s Daoist academy. Next was Ye Yun— a person with great fortune, also possessing numerous opportunities and no shortage of chances to enter a Saint’s Daoist academy. After much deliberation, Shen Changqing finally moved his divine sense slightly, summoning the two to come. … Not long after, Gu Daoxuan and Gu Bai arrived together. “Greetings, Sect Master (Master)!” The two bowed respectfully. Shen Changqing’s gaze fell upon the two. Gu Daoxuan was originally a prodigy within the Xuan Tian Dao Sect, renowned alongside Chu Junhe. His Dao heart was clear, and although he didn’t possess any heaven-defying immortal body or bloodline, his comprehension was exceptional. Although he was currently keeping a low profile, he had already reached the mid-stage of the Immortal Emperor realm, and his strength far surpassed that of his peers, making it no problem for him to contend with late-stage Immortal Emperors. Shen Changqing had some understanding of the Dao Heart Clarity. Those possessing this ability have extremely high comprehension, and if they could find the right opportunity, they might even achieve a top-tier immortal body. However, the Seven Profound Dao Sect currently has too many powerful and talented individuals, and Gu Daoxuan’s lack of ambition and competitiveness has overshadowed his abilities. If placed in a typical longevity-building force, such comprehension would be more than enough to make him stand out. As for Gu Bai, it goes without saying. His comprehension is among the best of all the disciples. If we only consider the disciples who ascended from the lower realms, few can compare to him. Even Gu Qingyang, if he didn’t possess an innate immortal body, might not necessarily be stronger than Gu Bai in terms of comprehension alone. Of course, the other disciples also have good comprehension. However, there are only two spots in the Sage’s Dojo, and Shen Changqing naturally couldn’t waste them. “A Sage’s Dojo will open in Tian Sheng Immortal City in ten years, but there is a limit to the number of people who can enter. I have secured two spots. At that time, you will travel to Tian Sheng Immortal City to enter the Sage’s Dojo and comprehend the Great Dao.” Looking at the two, Shen Changqing revealed his purpose. Upon hearing this , both of their expressions changed slightly. Sage’s Dojo! How could they not understand the meaning of those four words? Don’t be fooled by the frequent bloodshed and the frequent falls of Sages and even those stronger than Sages over the years. That’s because, regardless of whether it’s the Jiang family or the Taiyi Immortal Sect, they belong to the very top-tier forces in the Nine Heavens Immortal Realm. Elsewhere, a Sage’s existence is considered supremely powerful.

Such powerful individuals have survived nine cycles of the Five Signs of Decay of Heaven and Man, endured the Heavenly Tribulation, and possess earth-shattering cultivation. The Daoist

temples left behind by such powerful figures are naturally unparalleled opportunities.

However, no one expected that such an opportunity would one day fall upon them.

“There are many cultivators in the sect, why did the sect leader give me the spot in the Saint’s Daoist Temple?”

Gu Daoxuan couldn’t help but ask.

He was once a top genius in the Xuan Tian Daoist Sect, but now in the Seven Profound Daoist Sect, he wasn’t considered outstanding.

Furthermore, he had kept a low profile in recent years, so this sudden opportunity was completely unexpected for Gu Daoxuan.

Gu Bai didn’t ask too many questions.

In his view

, since his master had spoken, he would obey.

Besides, Gu Bai was also tempted by the opportunity of the Saint’s Daoist Temple.

Having ascended to the Upper Realm, he had seen more and more powerful figures, and his horizons had broadened.

Few could rival his talent in the Lower Realm, but in the Upper Realm, it was just so-so.

To gradually attain immortality, or even go further, one needs numerous opportunities.

The Sage’s Dojo is currently offering such a great opportunity.

If one couldn’t obtain it, so be it; now that the opportunity is before them, to refuse it would be foolish.

Shen Changqing said calmly, “You possess a clear Dao heart and exceptional comprehension. Enlightenment at the Sage’s Dojo emphasizes comprehension.

Having obtained this opportunity, you should diligently comprehend it. If you can grasp the Great Dao of the Sage, you may have a chance to attain immortality in the future!”

“Sect Master’s great kindness will be forever etched in my heart!”

Gu Daoxuan took a deep breath, bowed respectfully to Shen Changqing, his words filled with gratitude.

Shen Changqing then flicked his finger, handing the two tokens to them.

“This is the Qin family token. With this token, you can travel to Tian Sheng Immortal City in Fushan Prefecture. The Qin family will make arrangements.

However, you must remember not to provoke trouble, but the sect is not afraid of trouble either.

As sect cultivators traveling outside, you should remember this.”

“We understand!”

The two exchanged glances and nodded.

Seeing this,

Shen Changqing didn’t say anything more, waving his hand to dismiss them.

After the two left, he re-entered the first level of the Seven Profound Divine Tower to refine the Netherworld Ghost Fire to upgrade the rank of his natal spirit fire.

The matter of the Saint’s Dao Field

was just a minor incident for Shen Changqing.

Two slots were enough for two sect cultivators with good comprehension.

Being able to enter the Saint’s Dao Field to comprehend the Great Dao, and truly grasp something, would undoubtedly provide some assistance when breaking through to the Half-Saint realm in the future.

But in reality,

the Seven Profound Dao Sect didn’t lack Half-Saints.

To be precise,

it didn’t lack ordinary Half-Saints.

What the Seven Profound Dao Sect truly lacks is top-tier combat power.

In Shen Changqing’s current view, ordinary half-saints no longer qualify as truly top-tier combat power.

To speak of top-tier combat power, it must at least be at the level of Zhong Yu.

However,

it’s not easy for such a powerful expert to appear.

In comparison, advancing one’s own strength is much easier.

With this thought in mind,

Shen Changqing’s divine sense stirred slightly, and his attention returned to the Netherworld Ghost Fire before him.

Ever since he threw the Netherworld Ghost Fire into the Seven Profound Divine Tower, this immortal fire has been suppressed here.

The terrifying power, enough to devour a six-tribulation half-saint, couldn’t stir up any waves within the Seven Profound Divine Tower. The

power of the immortal fire

was forcibly suppressed by the power of the divine tower.

When Shen Changqing’s gaze fell upon it, the Netherworld Ghost Fire seemed to sense something and began to struggle wildly, its terrifying power, enough to incinerate heaven and earth, raging and shaking.

But unfortunately—

such struggles were futile.

Shen Changqing’s divine sense swept over the Netherworld Ghost Flame, and then he summoned the Lifeless Sword, directly severing a wisp of the Netherworld Ghost Flame’s essence.

Losing a wisp of its essence, the Netherworld Ghost Flame trembled slightly, its power greatly diminished.

Looking at the other side, another wisp of Netherworld Ghost Flame had appeared.

However, this wisp was weak, far weaker than the original.

This

was a wisp of the Netherworld Ghost Flame’s essence.

Regardless, the power contained in this wisp of essence was astonishing, more than ten times stronger than the once complete Spiritual Ghost Flame. After all, the

Netherworld

Ghost Flame’s grade was what it was.

A sixth-grade Half-Saint Immortal Flame, even a wisp of its essence was not something an ordinary Half-Saint Immortal Flame could contend with.

Now, his natal spirit fire was far inferior to the Netherworld Ghost Flame, and Shen Changqing had no way to directly devour the complete Netherworld Ghost Flame.

The best way

was to peel away the Netherworld Ghost Flame’s essence and refine and devour it little by little.

In this way, although it will be much slower, the advantage is that there is no risk.