One month later.Heavenly State, Eternal Waters County.Situated in the north of Heavenly State bordering the Extreme North Icefield, Eternal Waters County was a mid-sized region.Unlike its typical tranquility, today the county bustled with activity as countless cultivators and mortals from all over flooded in, converging before an elegant manor on the northern edge.Occupying about a square mile, the manor was nestled against the mountains with pavilions and gardens exuding refined taste. The faint aroma of medicine mingled with the soothing tones of a zither, immediately imparting a sense of serenity to visitors.With the gates thrown open, people steadily filed in until the manor grounds overflowed, the line extending beyond the high walls. Most were youths aged fifteen to twenty, male and female, with nary a Swords Sect disciple among them.It was common knowledge that today was the day Grandmaster Alchemist Stone Three would take on a named disciple. Though eager to curry favor,
Resentment flickered across the remaining two thousand faces, but with the black-robed man's profound cultivation before them, none dared protest. Reluctantly they began dispersing until the once packed manor stood empty, all save one figure.A grey-robed youth with chiseled features stood calmly amidst the departing crowds. Though not remarkably handsome, an innate gravitas emanated from his composed frame."Who are you?" the black-robed man demanded sharply."Greetings, senior. This junior is named Ethan, and comes seeking..." Ethan bowed politely, only to be abruptly cut off."I've no interest in your story. Begone!" The man glanced at Ethan dismissively."Senior, please let me explain—" Ethan frowned."Need I repeat myself a third time?" A icy glint flashed through the man's eyes. Ethan quickly replied, "Senior, I've come for medicine!"The man paused, then smiled coldly. "Many come daily begging my master for remedies. Do you have a referral?""Referral?" Ethan started, not havi
Blood trickled from the corner of Ethan's mouth, the vivid red imprint of the slap standing out starkly on his left cheek.He was stunned, having never been struck in his life. The saying went that one should not hit the face, yet this man had crossed even that line.Licking the blood from his lips, Ethan repeated, "Junior comes seeking medicine!" Perhaps surprised at Ethan's stoic persistence, the black-robed man paused before scoffing, "You have fortitude, I'll grant you that. But you think such antics will sway me?"Ethan said nothing, back ramrod straight as he silently circulated his energy, rooting himself firmly in place with a weight increasing art. This time, he absolutely would not let the man eject him again!"Defeat me, and I'll relay your request," the man remarked with interest.Ethan was silent for a moment before continuing hoarsely, "Junior comes to seek medi—"A flash of light cut him off as the man's hand blurred through the air, severing Ethan's left arm in one cl
"Thank you for your mercy, Master!" The remaining people prostrated themselves, scarcely daring to breathe after the formidable six hundred year retainer was vaporized before their eyes. They would surely meet the same fate for the slightest misstep.In a blink, Ethan found himself facing a new figure—a handsome, silver-robed youth with waist-length hair.His flowing robes depicted a boundless starry sky on the front and a galaxy along the back. Tall and lithe, his long tresses and bright gaze lacked any imposing air, instead exuding a carefree noble's elegance."This is Stone Three?" Ethan was somewhat surprised. Rumors described the alchemist as quite young, but this man looked barely eighteen by mortal standards.Of course for profound masters, appearance mattered little. Eternal youth was trivial to attain; some forgot their own ages after living tens of thousands of years."Come, junior brother," Stone Three beckoned with a smile, leading the way inside.Ethan followed, filled wi
Months ago, when Jasmine's blue bloodline erupted, slaughtering all the cultivators of Swords Sect and even the wandering cultivators who had come out from the mountains, both Jasmine and Ethan forgot that there was still one Bone Sacrifice cultivator who had noticed them but had not witnessed Jasmine's bloodline eruption."Senior, I have discovered the madman who provoked Swords Sect months ago!" the youth reported."Oh?" The white-browed elder raised an eyebrow. "Where is this person? To actually dare provoke my Swords Sect!""He is at Stone Three's residence in the northern part of Eternal Waters County! I saw him seeking medicine in front of Master Stone Three's residence half a month ago!" the youth said."Stone Three?" The white-browed elder's expression changed as he murmured in contemplation. After a moment, he took out a shimmering silver soft armor from his ring and tossed it to the young man. "This is for you. You need not worry about this matter anymore."With just a piece
At the same time, Ethan was slashed in his left thigh and abdomen by two blades. His left leg was nearly severed while the abdominal wound gaped three inches deep, with blood spurting out.This was already after Ethan's fleshly body was enhanced by obtaining the Azure Dragon's heart. Otherwise, just these two strikes would have cleaved Ethan in two."Hiss hiss." The wounds on his thigh and abdomen swiftly healed.In an instant, the rocky mounds were dyed red with blood, splattering wildly into the void."Such powerful regenerative abilities!" The triangular-eyed youth was shocked."His real body is here!""This petty Meridian Training cultivator is truly unbridled!"The four late-stage Bone Sacrifice youths spread out to surround Ethan, slashing at him from all directions with their sabers and swords.Swoosh!Ethan cast them an icy glance before directly turning and sprinting away like mad.Ethan was very clear that relying on the Azure Dragon's heaven-defying restorative powers, he
The hoarse yet penetrating shout echoed through the air, reaching not only Ethan but also the remaining eighteen Swords Sect cultivators at the entrance of Extreme North Icefield, the four Swords Sect Bone Sacrifice cultivators in the void, and even cultivators within a radius of thousands of miles."White Brow Steward is here?" In the void, the cultivator with triangular eyes was overjoyed."Yes! That's definitely White Brow Steward's voice. I didn't expect him to arrive so quickly!" Another Bone Sacrifice cultivator also looked delighted....In a street district thousands of miles away in the county city."Insolence! How dare you kill my Swords Sect's people!" This furious roar boomed through the void like thunder in broad daylight, heard by countless people below."Who is it? To actually dare kill Swords Sect cultivators!""No one has dared to challenge Swords Sect's prestige in so many years.""It seems to be Swords Sect's White Brow Steward... To even alert him, this person is c
It was no wonder Ethan thought this way. A monk's physical body absorbed force every day, making it precious as well. Moreover, Ethan possessed the Azure Dragon bloodline!Little White clamped Ethan's ear in his mouth and dashed towards the great lake at an astonishing speed.Compared to several months ago, although Little White was much more "slim" now, his speed was nearly ten times faster than before! It was almost twice as fast as Ethan's peak speed!Was this still the "ordinary little snake" those Swords Sect cultivators in the void space talked about?Clearly not! Just this terrifying speed alone was much faster than ordinary beast spirits, even faster than many beast spirits!Whoosh!Like a white bolt of lightning, Little White carried Ethan's head and rapidly closed the distance to the great lake..."At least it has some conscience..." Ethan grinned, though with just a head left, his grin looked rather freakish.Ethan's consciousness had not faded. He was startled for a momen