Cultivation is just so scientific! Chapter 1396 - 744: Collection (Part 2)

Had the 'Luminous Golden Flower' been cultivated within the energy-dense Heavenly Person Cave Heaven, the spiritual power provided by that realm would have empowered the flower field enough to pose a genuine threat to even the most powerful experts.

This potential for devastation is the true terror of the 'Luminous Golden Flower.' It was precisely because of this high growth potential that the ancient mighty ones chose to plant it here.

"Mr. Li, have you successfully harvested the flower field?" Che Lian inquired, his eyes fixed intently on the 'Luminous Golden Flower' held in Li Yuanba’s hand.

Greed flickered in his eyes, though he fought to keep it suppressed. Li Yuanba’s combat prowess exceeded his own. Had the other Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners from the Infinite Sect been present, he might have entertained thoughts of competing for it.

However, he was currently flanked by several core cultivators from the Infinite Sect. Even if he harbored the desire to seize the treasure, he lacked the necessary strength to act on it.

"No, I have only taken a single plant!" Li Yuanba answered with a subtle smile. He promptly stowed the 'Luminous Golden Flower' into his soul crystal ring, effectively blocking Che Lian’s inquisitive stare.

"Mr. Li, we owe you our thanks for destroying the Cave Heaven Core; what did you discover in the inner depths?" Yin Chang asked pleasantly.

Despite Central State Commerce retaining significant combat strength, Yin Chang had no intention of trying to snatch the prize.

Even putting aside the uncertainty of a direct confrontation with Li Yuanba, the group of sword cultivators from the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion under Li Yuanba’s command remained at full strength. Furthermore, Li Yuanba could summon his five Mid-stage Golden Corpses at a moment's notice. Given the swiftness of such Mid-stage Golden Corpses, they would arrive to support him long before Li Yuanba could be defeated.

Yin Chang was far more interested in the state of the Cave Heaven’s depths and whether Li Yuanba had picked the place clean.

"I focused solely on destroying the Cave Heaven Core before rushing back to reunite with my fellow brothers. If you seek answers, you are free to investigate yourself!" Li Yuanba replied with a dismissive wave of his hand.

He had no desire to linger and chat with these Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners. Sensing the avarice reflecting in their eyes, he worried that staying too long might tempt them into a desperate attack.

With the Cave Heaven Core now in his possession, exiting the realm merely required returning to the gateway.

He was careful not to reveal too much of his true power or his spirit treasures. If even one Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioner escaped the Cave Heaven with such knowledge, it would invite massive complications in the future.

When dealing with a crowd of Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners, he preferred to avoid conflict unless it became unavoidable.

Naturally, if the Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners from the three major powers did decide to strike, he would show no mercy.

While his 'Ten Thousand Sword Peak' had not yet integrated the two thousand flying swords imbued with the Sword Intent of Great Cultivators, the previously converted flying swords were still capable of inflicting lethal damage on these Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners.

Combined with the extreme speed of 'Across Space' and the devastating power of the Spirit Treasure Xingyi Sword, he was not intimidated by the prospect of battle.

Despite the presence of many Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners, including several core figures, none moved to obstruct Li Yuanba.

The practitioners were divided into three competing factions rather than a unified front. Each group feared that if they initiated a fight and others stood by, they would be forced to endure Li Yuanba’s retaliation alone—a risk none were willing to take.

"Quickly, move out!" Yin Chang commanded his companions as he saw Li Yuanba depart, flying toward the depths at maximum speed.

The Infinite Sect and Beidou Sect followed closely, racing together toward the inner reaches of the Cave Heaven.

Returning to the first space of the Cave Heaven, Li Yuanba tracked the positions of his five Mid-stage Golden Corpses and quickly located the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion cultivators using 'Across Space'.

The sword cultivators had fanned out, sweeping the terrain in a disciplined straight-line formation.

This organized search allowed them to comb through every inch of the territory.

Finding fourth-grade resources buried deep in the earth remained difficult, but anything sitting on the surface was easily spotted by their formation.

"Yuan Ba, you have worked hard!" Wu Qi said with deep appreciation upon seeing Li Yuanba’s return.

He didn't know the specifics of what Li Yuanba had faced, but he understood that entering the heart of a lethal Cave Heaven was a perilous undertaking.

Dangers were guaranteed; normally, with Li Yuanba’s strength, he could have fought the Cave Heaven Guardian without such desperate measures. Yet, Li Yuanba had followed his orders, risking his life to ensure the Cave Heaven Core was destroyed.

"It is good to see all the brothers are safe!" Li Yuanba smiled, relieved to find that the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion had suffered no casualties.

Just as he finished speaking, the entire Cave Heaven began to tremble violently.

Alarm flared in his chest. Could something have gone wrong after the removal of the Cave Heaven Core?

This was unprecedented. He had harvested two Cave Heaven Cores previously and had never witnessed such a reaction. He could feel the very fabric of the Cave Heaven becoming unstable, as if the entire dimension was about to implode.

"Something is wrong! The Cave Heaven is collapsing! We must leave immediately!" Wu Qi shouted, being the first to sense the danger.

Without a moment's delay, every sword cultivator activated their Sword Escape, streaking toward the exit.

Li Yuanba utilized 'Across Space', moving with even greater velocity, yet he remained close to his fellow cultivators.

By analyzing the structural instability, the IBMZ15 provided a precise countdown: the Cave Heaven would finish collapsing in 180 breaths.

Three minutes was sufficient for the sword cultivators to reach safety, largely because Wu Qi had kept them in the first space rather than venturing deeper for riches.

On their way out, the Sword Intent Chongxiao Pavilion group merged with the female cultivators of Luanyang Palace, forming a large contingent rushing for the exit.

As Li Yuanba had anticipated, the space door was functional. A Nascent Soul Middle Stage Sword Cultivator was the first to pass through, vanishing into the portal.

In a state of controlled panic, the cultivators surged toward the exit. Li Yuanba did not fight for a spot, knowing there was plenty of time left.

Because they were all Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners, they moved with incredible speed despite the crowding at the portal.

Li Yuanba was the final person to depart. Before stepping through, he caught sight of the Venerables from Da Leiyin Temple and the practitioners from the other two powers nearing the door.

He stepped through the space door, and after a brief spatial transition, he emerged back into the outside world.

The familiar aura of the external world felt incredibly grounding.

The moment Li Yuanba appeared, the women of Luanyang Palace bowed deeply to show their gratitude.

They thanked him for his bravery in destroying the core—which had saved them—and they admired his selfless decision to be the last one out. Many of the Luanyang Palace cultivators stole glances at his face; while Nascent Soul experts could modify their looks, they had rarely seen features so flawless in the Cultivation World.

Li Yuanba, however, remained indifferent to their stares. He simply wasn't interested.

He was well aware that even the youngest-looking women there were likely over a century older than him.

Soon after, the practitioners from Da Leiyin Temple, Guiyuan Sect, and Feiyu Sect emerged. Even the most stoic Venerables looked visibly relieved, as if they had just cheated death.

The collapse of a Cave Heaven was powerful enough to tear apart anything in its path. For a Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioner, or even a Great Cultivator trapped inside, death was certain.

Once the members of the three major powers regained their composure, they approached Li Yuanba to offer their thanks.

They all now owed him a massive debt of gratitude, a favor that would eventually need to be settled. While some Nascent Soul Middle Stage Practitioners couldn't help but wonder about the treasures Li Yuanba might have pocketed, the current atmosphere made it impossible to voice such suspicions.

Because they all owed him so much, these cultivators would likely suppress any dissenters themselves to ensure the debt was honored.

Although Li Yuanba’s 'Telepathy' could not read the thoughts of his peers directly, he could still sense the faint traces of malice lingering in the hearts of a few.