I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2492 - 1114: A Broken Thread
Previously on I Have A Cultivation World...
After sharing a few rounds of drinks, Chen Mobai departed ahead of time alongside Cheng Xuan for a session of tea.
"Zhongli Tianyu has successfully formed his Nascent Soul; the Kunpeng Lineage is already scheming to elevate him as the forthcoming Orthodox Law Hall Master."
Cheng Xuan relayed the information Yunhai had shared with him. Though Wenren Xuewei currently holds the title of Orthodox Law Hall Master, it's common knowledge that Chen Mobai backed her ascent to the role, meaning Zhongli Tianyu's path to the top spot will demand the Weapon Dancing Sect's endorsement.
"He's part of our circle, and we ought to show some respect to Brother Qi as well."
Chen Mobai no longer cared for worldly authority, and Qi Yuheng had already brought this up to him, yet the backing from the Jumang Lineage pales in comparison to a Deity Transformation True Monarch's influence.
"We'll simply stay out of it. Let the Kunpeng Lineage handle the remaining details."
Cheng Xuan gave a soft nod in agreement to Chen Mobai's statement.
Without a Deification powerhouse, the Jumang Lineage lacks the strength to hold onto the Orthodox Law Hall Master seat.
"That said, we need to notify Wenren Xuewei. She's served me diligently through these years, but perhaps stepping away from that post would suit her better..."
It's well-known that Wenren Xuewei once matched Chen Mobai's potential for deification within the Immortal Gate, but her somewhat indolent nature and lesser resources meant her cultivation had only advanced to the fifth layer of the Nascent Soul Realm over the last century.
Still, her advancement outpaces most other Nascent Soul cultivators.
Among today's Nascent Soul experts in the Immortal Gate, her chances for Deification Transformation rank just behind Yuan Xu's.
"Alright, I'll handle that."
Once Cheng Xuan wrapped up the discussion, he rose and departed. With Deng Daoyun having formed his Nascent Soul, he now qualified for certain Rank-4 resources from both the Daoist Academy and the Immortal Gate to upgrade his Lifespan Artifact. As the Immortal Gate's premier artifact refiner who achieved deification through "The Union of Differences," Cheng Xuan had to provide proper guidance.
Noticing the descent of night, Chen Mobai recalled Meng Huang's presence at the day's festivities, prompting him to teleport straight to her villa atop the mountain.
Meng Huang hadn't made it back yet. As a top graduate from the Dance Tool Dao Academy and the Dao Seed bearer of the Mystic Sound Method, she was viewed by numerous peers as a prime candidate for Nascent Soul Formation, drawing much attention.
"With two True Monarchs securing the resources, the Dao Academy won't face shortages for Foundation Establishment in Nascent Soul pursuits. Following Director Deng, it should be Junior Sister Bian and Junior Sister Meng next..."
Within the banquet hall, the women at the table, including the youthful Bian Jingchun and Meng Huang, kept receiving toasts and praises.
"Oh dear, I'm nowhere close yet..."
Meng Huang responded humbly. As she prepared to lift her glass, a sudden awareness hit her; her divine sense detected a message lighting up on her phone's screen inside her vibrating handbag.
"Apologies, everyone, but a department matter just came up that I must attend to. To all you Senior Sisters..."
An expression of regret crossed Meng Huang's refined features as she finished her drink in one gulp and quickly made her exit.
The group appeared confused, since the Arts Department where Meng Huang served was reputed as the most relaxed division in the Immortal Gate outside of big events. Plus, her participation in the Dance Tool Dao Academy's celebration was public knowledge throughout Red City Cave Heaven, so nobody in their right mind would disturb her now.
Regardless, the assembly soon turned their focus to Bian Jingchun. Next to her, Meng Huang almost seemed secondary.
Bian Jingchun stood as a genuine prodigy, currently at the ninth layer of the Golden Core, and Chen Mobai's words from the memorial service and the table earlier had already circulated far and wide.
Backed by a Deity Transformation True Monarch's favor, securing Foundation Establishment resources for Nascent Soul Formation posed no issue.
Furthermore, unlike the other three major sects, the Dance Tool Dao Academy benefited from Chen Mobai's supply of Nine Heavens Pure Spirit Purple Brilliance Energy, boosting Nascent Soul Formation success rates by a full ten percent.
"Junior Sister Bian, when your Nascent Soul Formation celebration arrives, remember to include us elder sisters..."
A seasoned female cultivator grinned while raising her glass to Bian Jingchun, who then set aside her wonder about Meng Huang's abrupt leave and engaged in the mingling.
...
Upon the mountaintop villa.
The inside warmth exceeded the outdoor chill by several degrees, as winter had fully set in. Frost and dew lightly coated the windows, offering a misty view that blended coziness with a crisp edge, crafting an enchanting vibe for Chen Mobai.
After what felt like an eternity, he let out a long breath and gently patted the reclining Meng Huang. She promptly slumped over, breathless and drained.
"Exhausted..."
Meng Huang murmured with a pout. Her cultivation remained modest, yet her practice of the Longevity Dao Body granted her exceptional stamina.
Moreover, she fully surrendered to the moment, allowing Chen Mobai to experience unparalleled ease and delight in her company.
"You've done well. Take a moment to recover; I've got a call coming in."
Chen Mobai soothed her with affection, keeping one arm around her form while toying with her supple curves—less voluptuous than Yan Bingxuan's but still richly inviting. His free hand pressed the accept button.
The incoming call came from Wenren Xuewei. Prior to Meng Huang's arrival, Chen Mobai had already updated her on the Orthodox Law Hall Master situation.
Wenren Xuewei personally favored relinquishing the role to another, yet the Jumang Lineage clearly harbored opposing views.
Given that Pei Qingshuang, another Nascent Soul cultivator, had built considerable sway in the Orthodox Law Hall over the years—matching Zhongli Tianyu's—she aimed to vie for it.
Chen Mobai remained indifferent to the rivalry, stating the two lineages could clash as they wished. For her sake, the Weapon Dancing Sect would observe strict neutrality.
Over Pei Qingshuang, Zhongli Tianyu at least hailed from the Dance Tool Dao Academy as an alumnus. This pledge of impartiality left Wenren Xuewei quite content.
Chen Mobai had assumed the issue resolved, freeing him to savor intimate moments with Meng Huang, but Wenren Xuewei's call caught him off guard.
"Peach Blossom Sage wishes to speak with you, claiming there's knowledge exclusive to you."
Chen Mobai's surprise deepened at these words.
Peach Blossom Sage?
Could there be an error? As a Divinity Transformation True Monarch now, why would this Nascent Soul cultivator attempt such enigma?
"Tell him I'm occupied!"
With that, Chen Mobai ended the call abruptly.
Meng Huang wisely nestled closer.
Soon enough, the room's breathing patterns shifted once more into a fervent cadence.
...
Come morning, Chen Mobai, invigorated, reached the principal's office and powered on his phone—shut off from the previous night—revealing a flurry of messages and unanswered calls.
He dialed Hua Zijing first.
"True Monarch, I've conferred with Minister Zhongli and passed along your directives..."
Wang Xin Fu's Nascent Soul Formation attempt failed, leaving him in secluded recovery, so Hua Zijing temporarily managed personnel affairs for the Dance Instruments Sect's Three Great Halls.
The majority in the Dance Instruments Sect welcomed Zhongli Tianyu assuming the Orthodox Law Hall Master position.
Unlike Wenren Xuewei, he at least emerged from their own lineage.
"Upon Minister Zhongli's promotion, the Enforcement Department Director spot will open up. Lin Yin of the Patching Heaven Group possesses ample qualifications and skills, and as your former subordinate, I intend to place her there."
Hua Zijing outlined various staffing decisions, to which Chen Mobai offered no resistance. Ever since Chen Xiaohei assumed the Forestry Administration directorship years back, Immortal Gate matters no longer warranted his direct involvement.
"Proceed however you deem best. I have faith in your judgment."
Chen Mobai responded after hearing the details.
"True Monarch, additionally, the release procedures for Yu Tianguang True Person are finalized; he's no longer under confinement from here on."
At last, Hua Zijing shared some positive updates with Chen Mobai.
Yu Tianguang had inadvertently cultivated the Devour God Technique and been implanted with the God Seed by Shenqi True Monarch. Per Immortal Gate protocols, lifelong imprisonment was his fate.
That said, Cheng Xuan had once advocated for him by imparting the twofold Divine Technique. Should Yu Tianguang excise the God Seed and clear the Immortal Gate's pertinent certifications, freedom awaited.
The forbidden art's grip proved more profound than anticipated, but only lately did Yu Tianguang manage to purge the God Seed's lingering effects.
With the toughest hurdle cleared, the Dance Tool Dao Academy's clout swiftly accelerated the formalities.
"Excellent, I'll fetch him myself."
Recalling Yu Tianguang's past favors, Chen Mobai rose without delay.
He had personally selected the imprisonment site years ago. At his present cultivation, no need for the Sky Curtain Ground Network Formation to pinpoint; a mere flick of divine sense sufficed for instant teleportation.
The local Law Enforcement Department oversaw the detention. Word of Chen Mobai's arrival drew the Grotto Heaven city's departmental leaders hurrying over.
Yet by their arrival, Chen Mobai had already whisked Yu Tianguang away.
"I never imagined a day of unrestricted flight would return to me."
High in the skies, Chen Mobai and Yu Tianguang glided leisurely. The latter steered a crimson cloud, gazing upon the endless azure heavens and sprawling lands, tears of elation streaming down.
Chen Mobai dimly recalled Yu Tianguang's heyday at Danxia Pavilion, brimming with vitality and dash. But after over a century behind bars, gray strands streaked his hair, and his countenance bore the marks of time.
"Sigh, without this calamity, your aptitude might have led you to Nascent Soul Formation as well."
Chen Mobai lamented. His batchmate Qin Beichen, who pivoted to Scorching Heaven Cultivation, had ascended to the ninth layer of the Golden Core, forging twenty-seven streams of True Qi.
For the upcoming Immortal Gate batch of Infant Forming Spirit Medicine, Chen Mobai intended an early release for Qin Beichen too.
Meanwhile, across the last hundred years, Yu Tianguang's Dantian Qi Sea stayed sealed, halting cultivation progress, though practicing the Twofold Divine Technique elevated his divine sense to Perfect Core Formation caliber.
However, from bifurcating almost half his divine sense, the Purple Mansion's Sea of Knowledge appeared depleted and contracted, hinting at a slip in realm stability.
"Simply inhaling the unbound air fills me with contentment. Pure Yang, my deepest thanks!"
Yu Tianguang expressed his profound gratitude to Chen Mobai, knowing his liberation stemmed solely from the figure before him.
"What are your intentions moving forward?"
En route to the Daoist Academy with Yu Tianguang in tow, Chen Mobai inquired.