122: Lingquan Domineering Emperor Gong

“You have two more days. For these two days, get some good rest and you can look around here. However, don't go too far, and make sure you can be contacted at any time, understand?”

Stepping into the residence, the Grand Elder looked at Han Li and his group.

Han Li and the others nodded, then walked towards the depths of the residence.

The scenery within the residence, with its long corridors, courtyards, and pavilions, was quite pleasant, but Han Li and the others weren't in the mood to admire it.

After walking for a while, Han Li casually entered one of the courtyards.

There were dozens of courtyards, more than enough for each person to have one.

In the main hall of the residence, Wu Wuji and the Grand Elder appeared.

Looking at Wu Wuji, the Grand Elder said, “Wuji, the other Sects just contacted us. Several Supremes are meeting, and among them is the City Lord of Tianling City. Do you want to go and meet them?”

“The City Lord of Tianling City...” Wu Wuji frowned slightly.

“It's probably related to the tournament,” the Grand Elder added.

“Alright, then I can go,” Wu Wuji nodded.

“Very well, I'll go notify them now,” the Grand Elder said, then left the hall.

Wu Wuji didn't speak. He sat on a chair and took out a Jade Slip to examine it.

A short while later, the Grand Elder reappeared. Wu Wuji stood up with him, and the two quickly disappeared from the hall.

In a courtyard of the mansion, Han Li walked around for a bit, then pushed open a door and entered.

Inside the room, all the facilities were brand new. It was clear that someone had cleaned it in advance.

He walked to the bed and sat down. Han Li sat on the bed, spread his hand, and a bronze plate appeared in his palm.

The Heavenly Evolution Divine Art.

Although his focus had previously been on Cultivating the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill and the Qing Yuan Skill, Han Li had also previewed the Heavenly Evolution Divine Art and barely managed to get started.

This method of Cultivating mental will had many unique aspects, and it also contained specialized mental attack techniques.

However, time was too short, and Han Li hadn't Cultivated it yet.

He glanced at the Heavenly Evolution Divine Art, then put it away.

Just as he was about to Cultivate, his sound transmission bell suddenly vibrated.

Han Li took out his sound transmission bell, and Yun Xi's voice came from it. Listening to the voice, Han Li stood up, walked out of the room, and soon saw three figures at the courtyard entrance.

Yun Xi, Bai Xiaoxiao, and Zhou Yuan.

“Senior Sister Yun, what is it?”

Han Li asked.

“We're planning to go out and look around Tianling City. Do you want to come with us?”

Yun Xi asked Han Li.

“Sure, no problem.”

Han Li nodded.

Cultivating for a short while now wouldn't improve much, so it was good to go see Tianling City.

“Alright, let's go together then,” Yun Xi nodded.

Immediately, the group of four disappeared from the courtyard entrance.

Leaving the mansion, Yun Xi led the way towards the market in the distance.

Han Li and the others followed.

Along the way, passing by other mansions, Han Li could tell which Schools they belonged to from the plaques on their gates.

The twelve top-tier Sects all had their lodging in this vicinity.

Although there were no forces stationed in Tianling City, each of them had their own businesses within Tianling City.

Naturally, the imperial court would not interfere with this.

Businesses were allowed, as they promoted local prosperity, but other forces certainly could not penetrate deep into this area.

As a directly administered city, the imperial court's power here was also very strong... The group walked and chatted, and soon arrived at the nearest market.

This area, the eastern district of Tianling City, was also exceptionally prosperous.

Tall buildings stood in rows, and people came and went on the streets, showcasing the flourishing scene of a directly administered city.

As they walked and looked, they could also see some soldiers in armor.

Their auras were robust, and each of them was a Martial Artist.

They maintained order in Tianling City, and could act immediately at any sign of trouble.

“There's a garden nearby. Inside the garden, there's a Spiritual Spring that is said to be connected to the Spiritual Vein under Tianling Island. Shall we go see it? We can also soak in the Spiritual Spring to relax, how about it?”

As they walked, Bai Xiaoxiao spoke.

Yun Xi nodded, her gaze on Han Li and Zhou Yuan, who also had no objections.

Soon, the group quickened their pace, passed through several streets and alleys, and quickly arrived at a garden.

This was a privately established garden, not free, costing one tael of silver per person.

Inside the garden, there were quite a few people.

Stepping into the garden, Han Li could first feel the change in the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi here was extremely abundant.

With every breath, he could feel the subtle changes in his True Qi.

The garden was vast, planted with a special kind of silver needle tree, dozens of zhang high. These trees had long lifespans and were quite valuable.

Inside, there were also artificial mountains and flowing water, an artificially created super-large garden.

And within the garden, in addition to the scenery, there were also inns, restaurants, and even art galleries, providing a one-stop shop for eating, drinking, and entertainment.

It could be said to be very comprehensive.

Their first activity was to soak in the Spiritual Spring.

According to Bai Xiaoxiao, the Spiritual Spring here communicated with the super Spiritual Vein of Tianling Island. Soaking in the Spiritual Spring was not only enjoyable but also beneficial for the Martial Artist's self-improvement.

The Spiritual Springs here were also divided into two types: public Spiritual Springs and private Spiritual Springs.

Public Spiritual Springs were cheaper and many people soaked in them. Private Spiritual Springs were individual, accommodating one person, which was perfectly fine, but they were more expensive.

Soon, Han Li saw a super huge Spiritual Spring.

It was very large, divided into four or five areas, each area roughly three to four mu in size.

There were also many people soaking inside.

The water of the Spiritual Spring was not of a normal color, but a golden Spiritual Water.

Han Li could clearly sense that the Spiritual Qi contained within this huge Spiritual Spring was very rich.

It was as if it had formed from Spiritual Liquid.

On the other side, there were individual private Spiritual Springs.

They were clearly divided, with as many as two or three hundred of them.

And there were far fewer people in the private Spiritual Springs.

Mainly due to the price.

For the public Spiritual Spring, the price per person was one tael of gold, and the soaking time was only one hour.

For the private Spiritual Spring, the price per person was ten taels of gold, and the time was also only one hour.

The Spiritual Qi contained in the Spiritual Water was almost the same, but the price had increased tenfold.

The general public couldn't afford to indulge like this.

“Let's soak in the private Spiritual Spring, how about it?” Bai Xiaoxiao turned and looked at Han Li and the others.

The few people nodded.

Ten taels of gold was nothing to them, given their wealth.

The group reached a consensus and quickly headed to the ticket hall not far away.

Each person bought a private Spiritual Spring ticket, and also received a wristband.

The function of this wristband was to time and remind them.

Purchasing a private Spiritual Spring ticket allowed them to receive a free set of clothes for soaking in the Spiritual Spring.

The few people changed into their clothes, then came to the private Spiritual Spring area, had their tickets checked, and the four of them entered the private Spiritual Spring.

Han Li casually chose a small Spiritual Spring and entered it.

A warm sensation enveloped him, and at the same time, he could feel a strong sense of comfort, as if an invisible pair of hands were massaging his entire body.

Moreover, the Spiritual Qi in the Spiritual Water automatically entered his body, feeling very pleasant.

All the pores on his body became extremely comfortable.

His flesh, blood, tendons, and bones all relaxed.

“Comfortable...”

Han Li let out a breath, feeling extremely comfortable.

It was a bit expensive, but the money was well spent.

“There are several such Spiritual Springs in Tianling City. How is it, not bad, right?” Not far away, Bai Xiaoxiao, soaking in the Spiritual Spring, said with a smile.

“It is indeed comfortable,” Han Li nodded.

“The Spiritual Qi contained in this Spiritual Water is very powerful,” Zhou Yuan also nodded.

“After soaking, we'll go eat. Tianling City is by the sea, and the seafood here is also very delicious,” Yun Xi said.

“Alright.”

The few people reached a consensus... Immersed in the Spiritual Spring, Han Li subconsciously circulated the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill and began to Cultivate.

“Gurgle gurgle~”

The moment he circulated it, bubbles rose in the Spiritual Water, and infinite Spiritual Qi drilled into his body from all 108,000 pores.

At the same time, Han Li could feel a special energy being absorbed from beneath the Spiritual Spring, and his True Qi instantly surged.

This speed of Cultivation was even faster than when he held the Iron Plate.

Within his Dantian, his Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi increased at a visible rate.

Among this, in addition to the Spiritual Qi, there was also that special energy.

Earth Vein Qi!

In just a short moment, the Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi in Han Li's body doubled.

“Hmm?”

Han Li opened his eyes and immediately noticed something was wrong.

Although the Spiritual Qi contained in the Spiritual Spring was very rich, this rate of improvement clearly defied logic.

Stopping his Cultivation, Han Li tried to circulate the Qing Yuan Skill again, but compared to Cultivating the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill, the speed was more than a hundred times slower.

Although it was also increasing, this rate of increase was only a normal speed.

Han Li circulated the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill again, and the True Qi in his body instantly increased at a visible rate.

“That's right, the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill absorbs Earth Vein Qi, and this Spiritual Spring directly connects to the underground Spiritual Vein, which is why it can increase so quickly.”

Han Li instantly thought of the crucial point, and his eyes lit up.

The Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill, Cultivating this Cultivation Technique, would lead to becoming a Dominator of the Earth.

Absorbing all Earth Vein Qi for Cultivation was much faster than absorbing Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

However, this situation was not without limitations. First, it must be possible to directly absorb the Earth Vein Qi containing a Spiritual Vein to achieve such a terrifying speed of improvement.

Otherwise, under normal circumstances, there would be no such effect.

Thinking of this, he began to fully circulate the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill to absorb Earth Vein Qi and Spiritual Qi, and the True Qi in his body rapidly grew stronger.

If the absorption of the Qing Yuan Skill was the speed of an ordinary person eating, then Cultivating the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill to absorb was like swallowing in one gulp.

The two were incomparable!

A layer of earthy yellow light instantly rose on his skin.

Fully activating the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill for Cultivation, the True Qi in his body surged at an astonishing speed.

“Junior Brother Han is too diligent, isn't he? He doesn't even forget to Cultivate at a time like this.”

In the Spiritual Spring nearby, Bai Xiaoxiao looked at the earthy yellow light rising on Han Li's skin and couldn't help but speak.

“Therefore, success is not without reason. In such a short time, Junior Brother Han has already reached such a Cultivation level. In the future, surpassing us is only a matter of time,” Yun Xi said.

“What's the point of soaking for just this short amount of time? It's better to just enjoy it properly,” Bai Xiaoxiao said.

Junior Brother Han is indeed diligent, extraordinarily talented, and persevering. It's only natural for his strength to be formidable,” Zhou Yuan chimed in.

The three watched Han Li, who was Cultivating. Though they spoke, they did not disturb him.

At this moment, within Han Li’s Dantian, the True Qi from the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill surged at an extremely rapid pace.

He wasn't merely absorbing the Spiritual Qi from the spiritual liquid; he was directly drawing the Earth Vein Spiritual Qi from the super Spiritual Vein beneath Tianling Island.

Therefore, his True Qi was able to increase in an explosive manner.

Of course, in the eyes of outsiders, he was merely drawing Spiritual Qi from the spiritual water.

After all, the super Spiritual Vein beneath Tianling Island was specifically sealed by a Formation arranged by a Revered Master, and what it emitted was only a fraction of the Spiritual Qi from within that super Spiritual Vein.

Moreover, the distance was not just ordinarily far.

The super Spiritual Vein beneath Tianling Island was located deep within the sea. At such a distance, even without a Formation, it would be impossible to draw from it while in the spiritual spring.

But Han Li’s Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill could Break through this limitation.

Dominator of the Earth!

This was not an empty boast; as long as he could establish a connection, he could draw from it.

The Earth Vein Spiritual Qi of the super Spiritual Vein was spiritual liquid compressed to its extreme.

One drop had a more potent effect than hundreds of thousands, even millions of drops of spiritual water from the spiritual spring.

Devouring the super Spiritual Vein beneath the island...

Time passed quickly. The vibration of his bracelet sounded, and Han Li opened his eyes.

A panel appeared before his eyes.

Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill (92%)!

After an hour of Cultivation, Han Li had almost reached the next stage in one go.

His True Qi was on the verge of transformation.

Within his Dantian, the Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi and the Qing Yuan Skill True Qi could contend as equals.

In just this one hour, his Cultivation was more rapid than several days combined.

However, this was limited to the increase in his Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill's True Qi; the Qing Yuan Skill did not experience such a rapid increase.

The two types of True Qi were now roughly equal in quantity, yet the improvement was immense.

“If I step into the next stage, I can surpass the Qing Yuan Skill's True Qi.”

Han Li’s thought flashed by.

“Junior Brother Han, what are you doing? Let's go.” At this moment, Yun Xi’s voice came, interrupting Han Li’s thoughts.

Han Li instantly came back to his senses.

“Senior Sister Yun, you all go eat first. I want to soak for a little longer.”

Han Li said.

“...”

The three looked at him, astonished.

“Junior Brother Han, are you addicted to soaking? An hour isn't enough?”

Bai Xiaoxiao looked at him and said.

“The Spiritual Qi here is abundant. I want to Cultivate a bit more and soak again. You all go eat first.” Han Li said.

“...”

“Alright then, contact us when you're done soaking.” Seeing this, the others didn't say much. If Han Li wanted to soak, they couldn't force him not to.

Soak if you want to soak.

Watching the others leave, Han Li called for an attendant and added another hour. Immediately, he once again circulated the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill to Cultivate.

Originally, he just wanted to relax, but if there was such an unexpected surprise, he certainly wouldn't miss it.

If he stepped into the next stage, his Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi would surpass the Qing Yuan Skill's True Qi.

When unleashing martial arts, with the Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi as the primary force, the power would be entirely different... Within his Dantian, a dense earthy-yellow light illuminated it. As he rapidly drew the Earth Vein Spiritual Qi from the super Spiritual Vein beneath Tianling Island, the earthy-yellow light on Han Li’s body also grew increasingly intense.

His aura was also rising.

“Cultivating in the spiritual spring? This guy must be here for the first time, right?”

“He's probably from the countryside, hasn't seen much of the world.”

“Shut up. Didn't you sense his aura? This guy is a Xiantian Second Realm Cultivator.”

“What's wrong with Xiantian Second Realm? In Tianling City, there are plenty of them.”

...Han Li’s Cultivation also drew glances from many people in the private spiritual spring, all discussing him. However, he pretended not to hear them.

His joy was something others wouldn't understand.

With the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill, this extremely overbearing Cultivation Technique, this place was paradise.

Rapid progress...

An hour ended, and Han Li opened his eyes.

After another hour of Cultivation, this time, his Azure Wood Earth Emperor True Qi had broken into a new stage. The quality of his True Qi instantly multiplied, taking a dominant position within his Dantian.

The earthy-yellow True Qi almost completely covered the Qing Yuan Skill's True Qi.

Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill (Beginner 3%)

Upon entering the next stage, the quality of his True Qi improved, once again widening the gap with the Qing Yuan Skill's True Qi by a hundredfold.

Even if the Qing Yuan Skill was Cultivated to the pinnacle of perfection, and its True Qi had improved by several levels, the gap was still enormous.

Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill, Earth Emperor, Dominator of the Earth!

This was not an exaggeration; by Cultivating to the Beginner stage, Han Li could already feel its power.

The same martial arts, when unleashed with the Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill's True Qi, would have earth-shattering power.

At this point, Han Li could clearly understand why that God Realm Grand Elder of Divine Chaos was able to sweep and crush everything.

This Cultivation Technique was not only unique but also abnormal.

A heaven-sent fortune allowed his strength to ascend to another level.

With his current Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill True Qi, fully activating the Kun Peng Transformation Art, Han Li could sustain it for a long time, without restraint.

Other martial arts not only increased in power but also lasted longer.

“However, after Breaking through to the Beginner stage, the speed has slowed down a lot... If only I could go deeper into the Spiritual Vein... that would be great.”

Han Li’s eyes flickered. Of course, this was just a thought.

The underground super Spiritual Vein of Tianling Island was certainly inaccessible. Even a God Realm Supreme didn't have the strength to force their way in, let alone him.

“Splash~”

Getting up from the spiritual spring, Han Li stepped out of the spiritual spring and exited the private spiritual spring. He changed his clothes in the hall.

This trip was an absolute unexpected surprise.

Originally, he just came out to relax, but now, this harvest completely exceeded his expectations.

Stepping out of the hall, Han Li’s sound transmission bell vibrated.

“Junior Brother Han, are you done?”

Yun Xi’s voice came from the sound transmission bell, and Han Li responded.

“Then come to Xian Shui Tower. It's in Lin Yuan, in the direction we walked straight before.” Yun Xi’s voice came, giving the location.

Han Li immediately headed towards Xian Shui Tower... Soon, he arrived at Xian Shui Tower.

This was a nine-story high restaurant, luxuriously and grandly decorated. Many well-dressed people entered and exited.

Upon arriving at Xian Shui Tower, Han Li saw Yun Xi’s figure.

“Junior Brother Han, over here!”

Seeing Han Li, Yun Xi waved her hand, and Han Li immediately walked over.

“Let's go, we were just waiting for you.” Yun Xi said.

“You haven't eaten yet?”

“Not yet. We just went to look around upfront. We just reserved a table, and they are already in the private room.” Yun Xi said.

Han Li nodded, then he and Yun Xi entered Xian Shui Tower.

Soon, the two arrived at a private room on the seventh floor.

Opening the door, Han Li saw Bai Xiaoxiao and the others, as well as one more person, Shang Tang.

Han Li and Yun Xi entered the private room, and dishes were served quickly.

The group ate and chatted.

After the meal, the group went downstairs.

Stepping out of Lin Yuan, the sky had almost darkened.

“Oh, Brother Han!”

Just as the group was discussing going back, suddenly, a voice came from not far away.

Han Li and the others instantly turned around.

A man and a woman were walking towards them.

Bai Yi!

Han Li recognized the young man at a glance. As for the young woman beside him, he didn't know her.

“Haha, Brother Han, it really is you!”

Bai Yi stepped forward, looking at Han Li, overjoyed.

The young woman beside Bai Yi also sized up Han Li a few times.

“Brother Bai.”

Han Li cupped his fists.

“Xiantian Second Realm, tsk tsk, your strength has increased too quickly.”

Looking at Han Li, Bai Yi’s eyes flashed with surprise.

“I just Broke through not long ago.” Han Li replied.

“These people must all be Prodigies of the Qingyuan Sect, right?” Bai Yi looked at Shang Tang and the others.

Han Li also introduced them, and the others nodded, greeting him.

“Junior Brother Han, since you have friends, we'll head back first.” Yun Xi looked at Han Li and said.

Han Li nodded.

Watching them leave, Han Li looked at Bai Yi and said, “Brother Bai, why are you in Tianling?”

“I came with my Revered Master. This is my younger sister, Bai Yu.”

Bai Yi said.

“Younger sister...”

Han Li looked at the young woman beside him.

The young woman’s bright, large eyes also looked at him.

“Big Brother, is this the person you mentioned?” Bai Yu said.

“Yes, it's him. He helped your big brother a lot back then.” Bai Yi nodded.

“It was just a small favor, nothing to mention.” Han Li smiled.

“Since we've met, Brother Han, we must have a drink.” Bai Yi said with a smile.

“Alright.” Han Li nodded, not refusing.

“Then come with me. The place I'm staying is nearby.” Bai Yi smiled.

Immediately, the three walked towards a street.

A moment later, they arrived in front of a mansion. Bai Yi opened the door, and the three entered the mansion. After instructing the servants to arrange things, Bai Yi led Han Li to a small courtyard within the mansion.

“Brother Han, sit!” Bai Yi said cheerfully.

Han Li nodded, then sat on a stone stool nearby. Bai Yu and Bai Yi also sat down next to him.

Bai Yi waved his hand, took out a pot of wine, and poured a cup for Han Li.

“Drink up. I'll have a cup too.” Bai Yu said.

“Alright.” Bai Yi nodded, took out a Jade Cup, and poured a cup of wine.

“Come, bottoms up!”

The three raised their cups simultaneously and drank the wine in their cups in one gulp.

The sensation of ice and fire swept over them, and they immediately felt comfortable all over.

“Brother Han, you came this time to represent the Qingyuan Sect in the Nine Provinces Tournament, right?” Bai Yi looked at Han Li and said.

“Yes, to see. This time is also a rare opportunity.” Han Li nodded.

“The Twelve Great Sects have many Prodigies, especially Cangjian Palace.” Bai Yi looked at him and said.

“Cangjian Palace is indeed formidable.”

Han Li nodded.

The Nine Provinces Tournament, the Twelve Great Sects—the fact that they could all field Disciples who had reached the Peak of the Acquired Realm to participate in the Nine Provinces Tournament, from this point alone, was indeed incomparable.

Their foundations were unimaginably deep.

Han Li naturally wouldn't deny this point.

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