598: Rejection, targeting (Happy May Day!)

Kunyu Country Lord smiled, "Your Excellency Lin Yang, you should have already felt that as your cultivation improves, the valuable resources available become scarcer and more concentrated in the hands of major powers. It's incredibly difficult for ordinary cultivators to obtain them."

"For example, Guiyuan Realm resources can be bought at the Star Divination Tower, but some precious Ten Thousand Laws Realm resources start to have a very high threshold. You might not even be able to buy them with money. I wonder if you've experienced this?"

Lin Yang nodded, "I do have that feeling. Even some special Returning Origin Realm resources require a more distinguished VIP level to purchase."

"That's right."

The Kunyu Country Lord also nodded:

"With your current strength, Your Excellency Lin Yang, Returning Origin Realm resources are basically no longer useful. As for Ten Thousand Laws Realm resources, ordinary ones are fine, but for scarce and valuable ones, simply relying on buying them from the Star Divination Tower is somewhat unrealistic."

"Especially when it comes to comprehending the Dao!"

"Your Excellency Lin Yang, what you lack now to break through to the Ten Thousand Laws Realm is the complete mastery of a certain law."

"Although you have already mastered the means of the Dao and the two seconds of law power in advance, I imagine breaking through to the Ten Thousand Laws Realm won't be a problem. But what about after the Ten Thousand Laws Realm?"

At this point, the Kunyu Country Lord paused, looking at Lin Yang seriously:

"To be honest, and I hope Your Excellency won't mind, I've investigated you."

"You came directly to Yun Que City in the Mirror Ruins Realm, and you rose so rapidly in a short period. You might not be very clear about some situations in higher dimensions. So, I must remind you, to achieve Transformation Dao Realm after Ten Thousand Laws Realm, it's best to be able to frequently come into contact with complete Dao Rhythm, and use this to comprehend Transformation Dao Realm."

"And complete Dao Rhythm cannot be bought in the Star Divination Tower. This has nothing to do with how much money you have, nor does it have anything to do with VIP level."

"Only those top major powers that have had or currently possess Transformation Dao Realm existences can manage to extract complete Dao Rhythm."

"Your Excellency Lin Yang, there's no problem for you to become a Myriad Laws Emperor, but you must also think about what comes after, and think about Transformation Dao Realm!"

The Kunyu Country Lord said quite a lot in one breath.

Lin Yang pondered for a moment, then looked up at the Kunyu Country Lord and said, "Country Lord, you mean you hope I'll join a major power, right?"

"Yes!"

The Kunyu Country Lord nodded:

"Joining early and joining when you're stuck and unable to break through have different meanings. Because even within a major power, comprehending complete Dao Rhythm requires making some contributions. The earlier you join, Your Excellency Lin Yang, the sooner you can start accumulating contributions to prepare for the subsequent Transformation Dao Realm."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yang's eyes flickered slightly, and he looked at the Kunyu Country Lord with a half-smile:

"Thank you for the reminder, Country Lord. Then, Country Lord, which power do you think would be more suitable for me?"

"That would naturally be the Saint Xuan Ancient Country!" The Kunyu Country Lord immediately replied without hesitation:

"The Saint Xuan Ancient Country is the strongest power in our Mirror Ruins Realm. It has had Transformation Dao Realm existences in the past and still does now. Its strength is among the foremost in all higher dimensions."

"After Your Excellency Lin Yang joins and accumulates merits, directly facing complete Dao Rhythm will be no difficult task at all!"

"Oh..." Lin Yang nodded slightly in response, then suddenly smiled and said, "Country Lord, you're here as a lobbyist, entrusted by someone, aren't you? May I ask which Imperial Prince entrusted you?"

"Ah?" The Kunyu Country Lord was startled, subconsciously wanting to deny it.

But seeing Lin Yang's piercing gaze, he gave a wry smile and nodded in admission:

"To be honest, Your Excellency, I was indeed entrusted by someone, but I'm not worthy of being entrusted by an Imperial Prince. I was entrusted by Quality Glutton to extend an invitation to you, Your Excellency Lin Yang, on behalf of an Imperial Prince of the Ancient Country."

Lin Yang then nodded, "As expected."

From the moment the Kunyu Country Lord began explaining everything to him, he had already had a suspicion.

Such a strong promotion for him to join a power was most likely at someone's behest.

"May I ask whose Imperial Prince's man Quality Glutton is, as mentioned by the Country Lord?" Lin Yang asked again.

"Quality Glutton is Saint Xuan Ruler Xuanming Wilderness Lineage Prince Xuan Lie's man. He is currently at the third level of the Ten Thousand Laws Realm and is also one of Prince Xuan Lie's honored guests," the Kunyu Country Lord explained honestly.

Lin Yang was immediately somewhat surprised, "Country Lord, you even know such a person?"

Not to mention being at the third level of the Ten Thousand Laws Realm, he was already one of the peak powerhouses in the Mirror Ruins Realm.

To also be able to become an honored guest of an Imperial Prince of the Ancient Country further proved Quality Glutton's extraordinariness; he was definitely stronger than an average Ten Thousand Laws Realm cultivator.

The Kunyu Country Lord actually had such a backer?

The Kunyu Country Lord chuckled, "Actually, anyone who can establish a country in the Mirror Ruins Realm has some background, more or less. I just happened to have some contact with Quality Glutton by chance."

Saying that, the Kunyu Country Lord's expression became serious, and he said earnestly:

"Your Excellency Lin Yang, I was merely entrusted to explain the advantages and disadvantages to you. Whether you want to join any power, or whether you accept the Imperial Prince's invitation, is entirely up to your own will. I will absolutely not say anything more. I hope Your Excellency Lin Yang understands this point."

He had been somewhat unable to refuse acting as a lobbyist, but it was limited to that. He did not wish for this to affect the friendship he had painstakingly built with Lin Yang.

Lin Yang smiled slightly, "Country Lord, you exaggerate. Your words have also reminded me of many things. Rest assured, Country Lord, our relationship will not have any estrangement because of this small matter."

He naturally understood that the Kunyu Country Lord could not resist that Quality Glutton, and being forced to act as a lobbyist was also out of helplessness.

Moreover, this was truly just a small matter, and it certainly wouldn't leave a bad impression on him.

After all, persuading him to join a power was indeed out of good intentions.

However, Saint Xuan Ruler Xuanming Wilderness?

If he remembered correctly, that was precisely the lineage most at odds with Xuan Taihuang, where Xuan Xiao was.

"What a coincidence," Lin Yang muttered to himself, then exchanged a few more drinks with the Kunyu Country Lord before taking his leave.

The Kunyu Country Lord did not try to keep him any longer. He had met Lin Yang, said what needed to be said, and Lin Yang, having just established the Bamboo Cang Country, surely had a multitude of matters to attend to.

"Your Excellency Lin Yang, please visit more often in the future," the Kunyu Country Lord rose to see him off.

After Lin Yang left, he immediately relayed the message to Quality Glutton, informing him that Lin Yang had refused the invitation.

At the same time, in the distant Saint Xuan Ancient Country.

Quality Glutton, with a circle of facial hair, received the Kunyu Country Lord's reply, and his eyes immediately turned cold:

"Hmph, to actually refuse His Highness's invitation, he truly doesn't know what's good for him!"

Before him, Prince Xuan Lie was also waiting for the reply. Upon hearing this, his eyebrows raised, "Oh? That Lin Yang refused?"

"Yes, Your Highness. I suspect he has most likely secretly accepted an invitation from another Prince, otherwise he wouldn't be like this. Who doesn't know now that Saint Xuan Ruler Xuanming Wilderness's cultivation has advanced? There's no reason for him to refuse our invitation!" Quality Glutton said coldly.

"Why are you so certain?" Xuan Lie's expression was calm.

"He outwardly refused all invitations from powers, which seems normal, but in reality, doesn't it precisely indicate that he must have secretly agreed to a certain power? Otherwise, with his talent, strong as it is, he can at most reach the Ten Thousand Laws Realm. To go further, he must join a super power to have enough resources for him to use!"

Quality Glutton analyzed quickly:

"Now that he has even refused Your Highness's invitation, I have reasonable grounds to suspect that he has most likely secretly accepted invitations from other Princes."

"After all, in the Mirror Ruins Realm, the only ones who can provide him with cultivation resources are us, the Saint Xuan Ancient Country!"

Xuan Lie nodded slightly upon hearing this, then a murderous intent flashed in his eyes, "Since he has refused, to be safe, it's better to kill him. At this critical juncture, I don't want such an uncontrollable variable to appear by any other Prince's side and be used by others."

"Understood, Your Highness, leave it to me!" Quality Glutton's beard twitched, and a chilling glint appeared in his eyes... Yun Que City.

Lin Yang returned here first.

Although Yun Que City was now within the Bamboo Cang Country's territory, its geographical location wasn't ideal.

Lin Yang also had no intention of changing Yun Que City into the capital.

Even though the He Family and Yue Family were here, it was enough for it to develop as a secondary important city. There was no need to forcefully make it the capital.

He met He Linxue and was surprised again.

"Linxue, you can actually cultivate? And you're already in the Boundary Realm??"

Lin Yang was very shocked.

After only a thousand years of not seeing her, He Linxue was already in the Boundary Realm!

Her cultivation speed, frankly speaking, was only slightly inferior to his!

"My Lord, you once said that Linxue's physique is special and asked me to research and ponder on my own. I dared not forget your words, My Lord, and have been trying to control my cultivation. I succeeded by chance."

He Linxue said respectfully, with some excitement in her voice.

She had never imagined that she would one day be able to become a cultivator!

"Your physique... your cultivation speed is indeed terrifying!" Lin Yang exclaimed.

The system had said that He Linxue's physique was very special, and once she could cultivate, her cultivation speed would be extremely terrifying.

It was indeed monstrous!

After a pause, Lin Yang's expression suddenly became more serious: "Linxue, your physique is special, and your cultivation speed will become faster and faster. Before reaching a certain limit, there will basically be no major thresholds. However, it's best not to always display it in front of others, to avoid unnecessary trouble!"

Cultivating too quickly would inevitably attract attention. If it were a normal physique with good talent, that would be fine, but if He Linxue's physique were discovered, it would likely lead to trouble.

He Linxue took it to heart: "Linxue understands. Linxue will gradually live a secluded life and hand over family matters to others."

"It's good that you understand." Lin Yang nodded, "If you lack any resources, just contact Bai Zi directly. Your cultivation is in a rapid growth phase now, so just ask for whatever you need directly, don't be shy."

"Thank you, My Lord!" He Linxue bowed.

"No need to be polite. I'm also very much looking forward to seeing how far you can go!" Lin Yang's heart also filled with a hint of curiosity.

He Linxue's cultivation speed might soon surpass his. She might pause at the Transformation Dao Realm, and then potentially reach a higher level.

This was a terrifying physique rarely seen in millions of years!

He was very much looking forward to it.

"No matter what level Linxue's cultivation reaches, she will always remember My Lord's kindness!" He Linxue said solemnly.

"You girl, you're about to become a powerhouse. You need to learn to be a bit more domineering, not always so reserved!"

Lin Yang laughed helplessly. After chatting for a few more moments, he went to visit the Yue Family, then headed directly to the Bamboo Cang Country.

After taking over the Bamboo Cang Country, he, as the Country Lord, had not yet made an appearance.

Bai Zi and the others already knew of his return and were waiting outside the capital.

Upon meeting, Lin Yang briefly reviewed some matters of the Bamboo Cang Country during the thousand years he had been away.

Everything had been managed in an orderly fashion by Bai Zi and the others, with no major problems.

Lin Yang was very satisfied.

"My Lord, there are some Little Countries nearby that wish to voluntarily merge into our Bamboo Cang Country, but because we haven't been able to contact you these past years, we dared not make decisions on our own. May I ask your intentions, My Lord?"

Bai Zi directly inquired:

"Also, many other Returning Origin Realm cultivators have come to join us over the years. We have selected some with good character, and they are all waiting for your personal decision, My Lord."

The Bamboo Cang Country alone had over a hundred peak Guiyuan Realm cultivators.

As the saying goes, a big tree provides good shade.

The Country Lords of those surrounding Little Countries were all very envious.

Establishing a country itself was for better access to resources. While joining the Bamboo Cang Country might mean slightly less immediate profit.

It was conceivable that with a Country Lord like Lin Yang and such a large group of peak Returning Origin Realm cultivators, the potential would surely far exceed that of their Little Countries.

Therefore, some Country Lords of Little Countries came with their entire nations to pledge allegiance.

To this, Lin Yang directly said, "If they can be merged, merging some is not impossible. After all, with so many of you guarding the Bamboo Cang Country, the territory is indeed too small."

Having accepted these people as followers, he had to be responsible for them.

The Bamboo Cang Country was indeed too small. Since there were Little Countries voluntarily coming to pledge allegiance, he would accept them!

Bai Zi and the others were all somewhat delighted and touched, "Thank you, My Lord, for your consideration!"

"No matter, you just arrange it as you see fit." Lin Yang waved his hand, then went to check on Shang Chengfeng.

This young man was also attempting to break through to the Boundary Realm.

He did not disturb Shang Chengfeng's seclusion and pondered in the royal palace.

His current strength was indeed sufficient to consider breaking through to the Ten Thousand Laws Realm.

But he still lacked some foundation.

"My strength is already at the third level. Only by continuing to comprehend Dao Rhythm can I master laws and break through to the Ten Thousand Laws Realm. Comprehending Dao Rhythm in the Mirror Ruins Realm is indeed much more difficult. Perhaps it's time to visit the Saint Xuan Ancient Country."

Lin Yang pondered for a while and decided to send a message to Xuan Xiao.

One of the conditions for being an honored guest at that time was that he would be given one opportunity to directly face complete Dao Rhythm during both the Returning Origin Realm and the Ten Thousand Laws Realm.

Although he could slowly comprehend and break through on his own, it would be a waste if he didn't use it.

As for revealing his identity?

Lin Yang himself was no longer particularly concerned.

Not to mention that he could now directly fight ordinary Ten Thousand Laws Realm cultivators. If things went smoothly, after comprehending complete Dao Rhythm in the Saint Xuan Ancient Country, he might be able to directly step into the Ten Thousand Laws Realm, making him even less concerned about whether his identity was exposed.

It just depended on Xuan Xiao's thoughts.

Soon, the communication connected, and Lin Yang informed Xuan Xiao of his idea.

Xuan Xiao was silent for a moment, then said, "You can come to the Ancient Country. I can use my own merits to exchange for an opportunity for you to comprehend complete Dao Rhythm, and you won't need to undergo any inspections. The one in charge of guarding is a powerful existence of the Ancient Country, absolutely fair and just, and will not reveal any information to the outside."

"However..."

At this point, Xuan Xiao's tone paused:

"However, during this period, Saint Xuan Ruler Xuanming Wilderness's strength has advanced. Their lineage and ours have always been at odds, and this time they are taking the opportunity to cause trouble and severely suppress us."

"Their people are constantly watching us. If you come, you might be exposed. Once exposed, I'm worried they will ambush and kill you."

Lin Yang was somewhat surprised, "Saint Xuan Ruler Xuanming Wilderness's cultivation has advanced? Did he break through Transformation Dao Realm and reach the Dao Realm??"

"No, it's just some advancement in his methods. I'm not entirely sure of the specifics."

Xuan Xiao shook his head and said:

"In short, their lineage is now preparing to contend for the next ruling Country Lord. Anything that might affect them is within their target range, and we are the first to be targeted."

Lin Yang immediately understood. The situation was now complex, and the risk of his exposure by going there had greatly increased.

Especially since he had refused Prince Xuan Lie's invitation, the other party would not easily allow him to enter the Saint Xuan Ancient Country to become someone else's Prince's man and contribute to other Princes.

"Lin Yang, if you really want to come, you can. I have a method. You can first condense a clone, then disguise it and come." Xuan Xiao suggested.

"Clone?"

Lin Yang pondered.