Cultivation: When you take things to the extreme

Chapter 354: Chapter 235: Attitude_2

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When the time comes, you must not end up like Yuwen Shang, with your lifespan near its end, driven to despair and madness, and eventually turning to the Demon Path.

This was Meng Fuyao’s concerned persuasion.

However, it had no effect on Xu Yang.

Lifespan?

What is that?

In the world of Dao and Law, where the Earth Deities had been established, lifespan no longer held much significance for him. Although he still could not claim to be eternally indestructible across all realms, he could certainly say his life was as long as that of a Cave Heaven, as enduring as a Blessed Land.

As long as the Wandao School remained unharmed, the Earth Deity Law endured, and the Spirit Land resources continued to flow endlessly, developing ceaselessly, he would not have to worry about his lifespan.

Therefore, he did not need to seek Ascension; he could keep persevering until an opportunity arose and the problem was resolved.

This also aligned with his interests.

Over the years, the Wandao School had successively sent out more than two thousand aspirants for Ascension, all of whom vanished without a trace, as if swallowed by the sea.

Thus, it was apparent that there was a problem in the Upper Realm; otherwise, it would be impossible for more than two thousand individuals to ascend and not a single message to return.

What could the problem be?

Xu Yang did not know, but he could be certain that there was indeed a great disaster; otherwise, it wouldn’t be possible to stop two thousand cultivators of the Seventh Realm from ascending.

Therefore, ascending to the Upper Realm was a risky endeavor, with potential rewards but also great instability.

In comparison, this world tainted by the Demon Path seemed much better.

The ancient tombs of the Ancient Sects were treasures waiting to be discovered, containing ancient legacies, Spiritual Treasure Immortal Artifacts, as well as high-tier skills like Divinity Transformation Skill, Return to Void Skill, and Integration Skill, not to mention Alchemy Dao, Array Formation, Talisman, Path of Artifact Refining, and Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects, Save the World Heavenly Secrets…

All these were tangible resources, tangible benefits, ready to be seized with an outstretched hand, ready to be devoured with an open mouth.

With such advantages at hand, why seek Ascension?

The resources of this world alone, the legacies and treasures left by the ancients, would be enough for Wandao School to digest and elevate its overall strength by a huge margin, even overcoming the boundaries between mortals and immortals, between heaven and earth.

Why reject the obvious benefits before your eyes, and instead, take a huge risk by ascending to an unknown realm?

Xu Yang’s mind was not so troubled.

Although he would not ascend, the problem of the filthy Demon World still needed to be addressed, for the sword hanging overhead could fall at any moment.

If the Desire Realm were to rise up in arms again, and the Six Desires Heavenly Demon returned with a vengeance, the foundation he had painstakingly built might be washed away.

Thus, a solution to this demonic calamity had to be found to cure if not the root cause, then at least the symptoms.

Although Meng Fuyao was unaware of Xu Yang’s thoughts, she refrained from persuading further.

Because persuasion was futile.

Such cultivators as they were decisive people. Once they had made up their minds, it would be difficult to shake their resolve—at least that was what she saw in Xu Yang.

To persuade further would be a waste of breath, a waste of effort.

“Since Fellow Daoist has made up your mind, I shall say no more, only hoping for a favor from you.”

Meng Fuyao looked at Xu Yang and said openly, “The base of White Dragon Ridge and the Three Sects of Snow God can all be yours, but our Four Sects will need to help four people achieve Corpse Resolution within a hundred years to gather the requisite number for Ascension.”

Xu Yang regarded him and said calmly, “For four people to ascend, it would require four tier-four Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects, or four ancient Spiritual Treasures. Moreover, a large number of tier-two and tier-three Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects will be needed to neutralize demonic qualities, along with careful planning and preparation. In extreme cases, one must also consume a large quantity of Five Viscera Human Pills.”

“…”

These words left Meng Fuyao speechless. Only after a long while did he ask, “Do you not agree?”

“Of course, I do not agree!”

Xu Yang said coldly, “To devour one’s own kind is heartless and insane, a sorcery of Evil Demons and Demons. Even if one becomes an Immortal, there are endless hidden dangers, and one will surely become a Demon in the future. From today onwards, White Jade Capital will issue orders throughout the lands: anyone practicing the Five Viscera Elixir Skills, regardless of who they are, shall be executed on sight!”

“…”

Meng Fuyao fell silent, but ultimately he nodded and responded, “Indeed, this method is damaging to the harmony of heaven and fraught with many hidden dangers. Our Four Sects also try to avoid using it unless necessary, and when we do, we use only the most sin-stained evil-doers. Since Fellow Daoist is so determined, we will abandon this practice and ban it altogether!”

His words signified concession.

However…

“If we don’t take the Five Viscera Pills, then we must rely on Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects.”

Xu Yang shook his head, “Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects, the key to purifying the world, are essential for White Jade Capital. I plan to gather them from all over the world and bring them into the gate of White Jade Capital!”

“…”

Upon hearing this, even someone like Meng Fuyao couldn’t help but frown, speaking after a long pause, “Fellow Daoist, isn’t this a bit overbearing?”

“Indeed, it is overbearing, but I am compelled by the situation, with no room to maneuver!”

Xu Yang’s tone remained unchanged, as he stated calmly, “Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects are a must-have for White Jade Capital. I am willing to face the entire world as an enemy if necessary.”

Meng Fuyao’s brows were tightly knit, “Do you really intend to go to such lengths?”

Xu Yang nodded, “Yes!”

“…”

After hearing this, Meng Fuyao fell silent again, taking a deep breath after a long while, “If Fellow Daoist is so determined, then we have no choice but to become enemies!”

“Not necessarily.”

At this, Xu Yang’s tone took a turn, “I am not a person who leaves no room for maneuver; there is another way to ensure your sect’s Ascension, and I am willing to assist with all my strength.”

“Oh!?”

Meng Fuyao’s eyes sharpened as he asked tentatively, “You mean… ancient Spiritual Treasures?”

“Yes!”

Xu Yang nodded, “Ancient Spiritual Treasures can also serve as the foundation for Corpse Resolution. I am willing to help you explore the obscure, even attack the Demon Realm, and excavate the legacies of Ancient Sects, to gather four Spiritual Treasures needed for Corpse Resolution.”

“…”

Meng Fuyao fell silent, his mind wavering.

The Corpse Resolution Immortal Law requires a foundation, choosing between Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects and ancient Spiritual Treasures.

The best choice would naturally be the Demon Transformation Spiritual Objects, not only for their superiority in purging demonic energy but also for their considerable growth potential and impressive combat power, akin to taking possession of a spiritual object and undergoing a second cultivation.