CHAPTER 1105: CHAPTER 868: THE OLD MARTIAL SAINT

Li Yi didn’t expect that a brief exchange with Sun Boxiu would present him with such a difficult problem.

Earth’s pollution is intensifying, and it is affecting Otherworlds. One must know that people from Otherworlds don’t have experience dealing with pollution issues. If it continues to develop unchecked, it might trigger a greater crisis once some worlds are polluted.

"It truly presents Earth with a challenging problem." He muttered to himself, suspecting that the intensification of the pollution was intentional.

Because Hua Qing mentioned that some people don’t want to see Earth’s rise, they sealed it off.

Pollution is merely the first seal.

Now that the pollution has intensified, it implies someone has reinforced the first seal. If this layer of seal can’t be broken through, it’s likely that the second seal will also be strengthened.

With another Sky Tipping event, connecting some dangerous, terrifying worlds with Earth, the cultivators on Earth might be forced to cross realms once more.

Last time, if it hadn’t been for Li Yi bringing a group of experts from the End of Dharma Cultivation World, the mere invasion from the Demon God Realm, Xuanxian Continent, and Dark World would have been enough to destroy them all.

"Li Yi, you’ve just arrived at the Golden Academy, many things aren’t urgent. Take a few days to rest and contemplate them slowly. As for connecting with the higher-ups, I’ll take care of it and also convey your ideas."

Sun Boxiu is fairly composed, he suggested Li Yi not rush, and discuss it after some time.

Li Yi is not one to ignore advice. He nodded slightly and said, "I’ll take the time in these few days to understand the pollution situation. Meanwhile, Dean Sun can spread this news within the Golden Academy, giving everyone a bit of preparation time."

"If the message is spread widely, it will also reach the ears of people from Otherworlds. Even though experts from various major worlds have withdrawn from Earth, I am certain they have left spies behind." Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi said, "It doesn’t matter, cross-realm warfare is inherently impossible to conduct secretly, sneak attacks are out of the question. It can only be fought openly, even if you wish to conceal it, it’s unfeasible."

Sun Boxiu heard this and didn’t say anything more, merely nodded in agreement.

As these matters were concluded, Sun Boxiu then said, "By the way, Li Yi, if you have time, you can visit the Martial Arts Building of the Golden Academy. In the past six months, Golden Academy has gathered all the cultivation methods it can master and recorded them there, available for all students to watch and learn. Many cultivation techniques are helpful for those who practice multiple methods simultaneously."

"Okay, I’ll go take a look when I have the chance." Li Yi nodded.

"I’ll arrange a place for you to stay. With your authority, the arrangements are bound to be the best." Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi, however, waved his hand and said, "No need, I’m fine staying in my Immortal Dao Battleship. Notify me once Dean Sun has finished dealing with affairs, I’ll be here for some time."

"Rest assured, such important matters will definitely be given due attention." Sun Boxiu said.

Li Yi said no more, preparing to take Lin Yue elsewhere, seeing if there were any acquaintances within the Golden Academy, meeting and reminiscing is a good thing.

"Li Yi, hold on." Suddenly, an elderly man with long, waist-length whiskers beside Sun Boxiu called out, squinting his eyes.

Li Yi, who was just about to leave, glanced at him: "Elder, what can I do for you?"

"Li Yi, I forgot to introduce this gentleman, Wu Tianji, from the Martial Saint Continent. He is Ji Wu’s master, coming cross-realm this time to join the Golden Academy and helping greatly." Sun Boxiu immediately introduced.

"Dean Sun is correct, I am Wu Wuji, a cross-realm martial artist and a Martial Saint. I heard my disciple Ji Wu was defeated by you. As his master, I can’t just sit idly, so today I wish to spar with you as a martial artist, just a friendly match to prevent any hard feelings."

Though this elder Martial Saint spoke kindly, his eyes bore a fierce fighting spirit.

Li Yi was not surprised by such a challenge.

Martial artists have always been like this.

Without some temperament and passion, one could not reach the level of a Martial Saint, and although the significance of this stage is unknown, since the opponent comes from the Martial Saint Continent, a Martial Saint must be the pinnacle of that world.

"You’re not my match. Elder, maybe practice some more before challenging me again." Li Yi said.

"I once entered the Demon God Realm, exchanged fists with the Demon King, and gained the upper hand. Coupled with my recent adoption of other methods, taking strengths of others, overcoming the peak, I confidently claim my strength is not weak." This elder Martial Saint named Wu Tianji stroked his beard and said.

Li Yi understood his meaning.

This Martial Saint wanted to challenge him for a long time but wasn’t certain of his own strength position, hence he challenged the Demon King, knowing that Li Yi had already fought the Demon King head-on a year ago. If the Martial Saint couldn’t defeat the Demon King, then indeed, there would be no qualification for a challenge.

And Wu Tianji now has the confidence to defeat the Demon King, hence seeing Li Yi today, he took the initiative to extend an invitation, unable to wait even a single day. This temperament fits well with the standard of martial artists.

"I understand your intention, elder." Li Yi nodded slightly, "But not today, maybe tomorrow. Tomorrow, I’ll be here waiting for you, elder."

"Good, it’s a promise." The elder Martial Saint’s eyes lit up immediately and said.

Li Yi said, "Now that it’s spoken publicly, I won’t go back on my word."

He bore no animosity toward him, seeing it as merely a normal spar, after all, Ji Wu once fought for Earth. Although his goal was self-improvement, merit is merit, an undeniable fact.

Moreover, since this elder Martial Saint earned Sun Boxiu’s trust, he must be an expert standing on Earth’s side, so Li Yi willingly gives him this opportunity.

At times, seeing the vastness of heaven and earth, a top-tier Otherworld power can better inspire someone’s ambition upward.

After committing to this matter, Li Yi then parted with Lin Yue and Sun Boxiu and others.

"Master Wu Tianji, you must have felt how terrifying the power within Li Yi’s body truly is at this moment, isn’t the challenge somewhat irrational?" Sun Boxiu asked.

Wu Tianji, however, laughed and shook his head, "If I lose, wouldn’t that be even better? At least proving there is a path beyond Martial Saint; honestly, if not for life extension and maintaining my own state, I wouldn’t wish to engage in Immortal Cultivation."

"Since I have come to this world, it’s necessary to pave a new road for the Martial Saint Continent lest I waste this cross-realm opportunity. Li Yi’s vigor is like a Heavenly God incarnate, maybe from his presence, one can find a path beyond Martial Saint."

His challenge was not motivated by avenging his disciple, but for the sake of Martial Arts.

After all, in the entire Golden Academy, only Li Yi has the qualification to guide the elder Martial Saint’s path, others who might surpass Wu Tianji are rare, and they aren’t practitioners of Martial Arts, hence Wu Tianji has no interest in them.

"Martial Saint Continent? Interesting, it wouldn’t be bad to visit if there’s a chance."

After parting ways with Lin Yue, Li Yi couldn’t help but look forward to it too.

"A Martial Arts World capable of cultivating a Martial Saint comparable to Demon King is indeed impressive." Lin Yue beside was also amazed.

"Probably more than one Martial Saint, it just so happens to have such a Martial Saint come to Earth." Li Yi said, "If this elder Martial Saint succeeds in mastering multiple paths and finding a new route, that would be extraordinary. Their combat power might immediately surpass mine."

The accumulation of a cultivation Great Realm is indeed formidable.

Especially for these strong individuals who have reached the peak of their cultivation,

When young, they were surely sensational talents, exceptionally gifted, rare prodigies seen once in a hundred years. The world’s ceiling merely locked them in place. Once freed, they’d become True Dragons roaming the heavens.

Li Yi’s master Zhao Ge, when he was in Four Seas and Eight Continents was merely a Qi Cultivation Martial Artist, then coming to Earth he suddenly advanced rapidly, overshadowing numerous Evolvers.

Unfortunately, Master Zhao Ge wasn’t that kind of once-in-a-century genius. He dithered for life at Four Seas and Eight Continents with only Qi Cultivation, and thus possesses mid-high level talent.

But the likes of Xiang Xiangzi and Xuan Yuezi from the End of Dharma World were exceptionally talented. Once they crossed realms, given sufficient resources, within a few years they achieved Great Perfection, and even went through retraining once.

However, Li Yi can tell that the elder Martial Saint’s talent is even more astonishing. Despite his age, as long as he adopts Immortal Cultivation Technique and resolves aging issues, he’s destined for greatness.

"It seems Earth has truly changed significantly, starting to produce some incredible individuals." Lin Yue paused and said, "Both I and Zhao Lingfu are somewhat falling behind the times."

She then sighed helplessly.

Li Yi, however, smiled and said, "Sister Lin, don’t be disheartened. Cultivation is something that can afford to be slow, if anything happens, isn’t there still me?"

"You’ve grown up, even learning how to console people. In the future, Sister Lin will rely on you, don’t despise me when the time comes for being useless."

Lin Yue looked at Li Yi, revealing a smile.

She believes as long as she continues to persevere in cultivation, she can at least stay by Li Yi’s side, not left so far behind that she can’t even see his back.

"How could that be? Sister Lin, you’re overthinking. When you have time, take Uncle Biao and cross realms to visit the Incense World. My parents are already reunited, staying in that world. It’s about time the elders met, and we have to return to live eventually." Li Yi said.