Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan

Chapter 2269 - 1603: Choice

Selling this bottle of pills can exchange for enough spiritual objects, perhaps providing him a chance to glimpse the Individual Immortal Realm!

He is just an ordinary Inner Sect Disciple; perhaps the Individual Immortal Realm means nothing to those True Disciples, or elite disciples, posing no difficulty whatsoever.

But to him, it is a height difficult to reach.

However, if he has an abundance of cultivation resources, then he might have the opportunity to ascend this peak!

His words influenced quite a few nearby disciples, who lowered their heads to ponder, contemplating the impact of his approach on their own cultivation.

Since their background and qualifications are similar, the approach used by him did not actually make much difference when applied to themselves.

The factors that might lead to different outcomes could be one’s personal disposition and Dao Heart.

"You have a point; I didn’t consider things thoroughly," even the disciple who initially opposed him ended up agreeing with his approach.

As a result, almost all disciples are prepared to sell off their top-grade elixirs to exchange for spiritual object resources they can use.

...

Meanwhile.

At Ascension Mountain, inside the Sect Hall.

When Li Zhirui appeared, Li Qiankun and a group of Elders immediately stood to greet him.

"That’s enough, sit down,"

But before they could stand, he pressed them back into their seats, seemingly disliking such conventional formalities.

"First, tell me how many spiritual objects we obtained from those cultivators."

Li Qiankun handed over the jade slip with the statistics of spiritual objects across various ranks to him, simultaneously beginning his report: "Under the Sect Leader’s guidance, the recent battle resulted in a harvest of over fifty-six thousand spiritual objects, including one hundred forty-six Heavenly Immortal Rank items, among others at the Earth Immortal Rank..."

Oh!

Some Elders who previously were unaware of the total count couldn’t help but exclaim in surprise.

Though this battle seemed to yield substantial rewards, it wasn’t as many as anticipated!

For instance, the highly prized Heavenly Immortal Rank objects totaled over one hundred, yet over sixty to seventy items were utilized to combat the Heavenly Immortals, and these were even more precious.

Ultimately, in this regard, the Tongtian Sect did not profit as much.

As for other graded spiritual objects, they can be considered gains.

"In addition to spiritual objects, there are also various cultivation techniques, divine powers, secret techniques, as well as cultivation insights and comprehension among numerous methods."

Li Qiankun rattled off a series of figures, accumulating to roughly over thirty thousand jade slips.

Currently, the Scripture Pavilion cannot accommodate so many jade slips; post-cataclysm, arrangements must be made for disciples to start expanding it.

Also, there are some miscellaneous spiritual objects, requiring substantial time for appraisal, so they have been temporarily gathered together for future considerations.

"Sect Leader, how do you think these spiritual objects should be handled?"

The implication of these words is that, if not for Li Zhirui intercepting two Profound Immortals, giving them the opportunity to act, such substantial rewards would have been impossible.

In this battle, his contribution is immense, hence he should select a few spiritual objects from the spoils.

"All will be surrendered to the sect,"

Though Li Zhirui had some interest in certain spiritual objects, there’s no need to acquire them in this manner. Besides, if he desires them, it is simple to obtain.

Isn’t it better to gain them through fair means than by such methods?

"Understood,"

Li Qiankun was not surprised, having anticipated this response.

"Besides, there is another important matter,"

Saying this, his expression turned serious and stern.

"Eight major forces led by Xuling Palace attacked our sect but failed miserably, each suffering considerable Heavenly Immortal casualties; should we take advantage of their weaknesses, and seize a couple of smaller forces?"

Li Zhirui raised his eyebrows in surprise, genuinely not expecting them to have such ambition, contemplating retaliation.

Moreover, amidst their zeal, they exhibited restraint, opting not to address all eight forces but selecting two weaker ones.

Seeing him slightly furrow his brows in thought, everyone felt rather anxious, fearing that their decision might not garner his support.

Without Li Zhirui’s support, this plan couldn’t proceed!

The reason is simple: their prowess is insufficient; with only a few Heavenly Immortals, how could they conquer forces possessing dozens of Heavenly Immortals?

Thus, gaining strong backing from the Sect Leader is essential.

"Logically speaking, this is not permissible,"

Li Zhirui’s initial words chilled them halfway.

And this isn’t a casual excuse either, for just like the Tao Spirit Realm and Primal Spirit Realm, or any realm, bullying the weak is not allowed!

After all, only through such restraint can a world develop and inherit progress orderly.

If this restriction doesn’t exist, wouldn’t beings with cultivation swiftly rising to high realms control and oppress others through strength?

Then, would this world be governed by the Heavenly Dao or dominated by those beings?

"However, now the circumstances are different; during a great calamity, the Heavenly Dao’s restraints aren’t as strong as before."

After contemplating for a bit, Li Zhirui confirmed no issues before saying, "I will only assist you in breaking the Mountain Protection Array and subduing a portion of Heavenly Immortals; the rest must be resolved by yourselves."

He only takes advantage of the current period, the fact they acted first, allowing him the option to intervene.

Though some limitations remain, they are sufficient.

If, even then, the disciples cannot subdue the opposition, they should quietly remain in the mountain gate, or follow him in purifying the evil qi and polluted earth.

Which isn’t necessarily bad, as though it might consume time, safety is guaranteed, being able to take action directly within the mountain gate.

"Thank you, Sect Leader, for your assistance!"

Both Li Qiankun and other Elders were greatly pleased and understood the Sect Leader’s approach.

As per their calculations, if they can successfully take Sky Snow Mountain and Bibo Mansion, all disciples of the Tongtian Sect can resolve their karma completely!

Then all they need is to remain within the mountain gate, quietly waiting for the cataclysm’s end, without concerning themselves over karma or facing dangerous skirmishes.

Though during this period, cultivation isn’t possible, they can refine their skills, spells, divine powers, etc., which isn’t truly wasted time.

"Prepare yourselves, and when ready to depart, have someone inform me," Li Zhirui said.

"Understood, sorry for the trouble, Sect Leader."

"Thank you, Sect Leader!" Everyone stood to salute together.