CHAPTER 1115: CHAPTER 878: CHOOSING A WORLD

Li Yi intervened to save the old Martial Saint, not just standing by watching him die. After all, they were merely sparring, with no personal enmity, and having such combat power would definitely be a great help in future cross-realm battles.

He raised his arm and took a look.

On the back of his hand, the skin and flesh had been forcibly scraped off a layer, exposing his crystal-clear silver bones, indicating that the opponent’s peak punch had indeed left a slight scar on this Divine Body.

However, the frightening aspect of the Divine Body is not only its strength but also its incredible recovery abilities.

In just a moment, the wound on the back of Li Yi’s hand healed again.

"Li Yi, won."

When the residual force dissipated, the space stabilized, and the world regained clarity, the numerous experts who had been observing the battle gathered from all sides, knowing the outcome of the fight.

They didn’t expect Li Yi to win so easily.

A peak strike from an old Martial Saint couldn’t shake the figure as tall as a Divine, even though it left a slight mark on his hand, what use was that mark?

It was hardly different from a mere scrape.

Moreover, Li Yi had only used the strength of his physical body to throw a punch, without even using the Demon King Weapon or casting a spell, which meant that in a real fight, Li Yi’s power would be even more terrifying than what he had displayed.

"Wu Tianji from the Martial God Continent also lost, it seems Li Yi’s cross-realm combat plan must be taken seriously," Vice Dean Sun Boxiu thought to himself, then looked at Zhao Yongshan, Xiao Jianguo, and others beside him.

They looked serious at this moment and had to start considering the subsequent matters.

Moreover, given Li Yi’s currently exhibited strength, cross-realm combat is indeed feasible. After all, Golden Academy has already gathered a group of experts, now it only needs a strong enough leader.

"Cough, cough."

Wu Tianji’s weak cough broke the silence after the battle. After being pulled back from the brink of death by a glob of Life Water, he was not in a rush to recuperate but instead fixed his bright and spirited eyes on Li Yi, contemplating Li Yi’s earlier words.

"Is the physical strength insufficient? Indeed, it is so. The mortal body can hardly withstand this power. If one opens acupoints and refines blood essence, the burden on the body would only be greater."

He looked at his own body.

The collision just now left his body full of cracks, while Li Yi’s body was unharmed, only with a layer of skin broken. Such a terrifying body is truly what martial artists should aspire for.

After all, how can one fight head-on with an enemy without a tough body? Martial artists can’t rely on Magic Treasures or Spells like cultivators; they can only depend on their own fists.

"So to become a Martial God, it’s not just about opening acupoints, but also about tempering the body." Wu Tianji murmured to himself, realizing his shortcomings.

Li Yi’s words pointed him in a correct direction, allowing him to avoid many detours. Now he only needs to continue along this path.

As for how to open acupoints and improve body strength, Li Yi wouldn’t tell him; the old Martial Saint would have to figure it out on his own.

After all, Li Yi figured it out himself.

Li Yi planned to open 365 acupoints, inspired by the positions of gods’ Divine Blood, to become a Divine Blood Warrior with a body akin to a Divine. This is his own unique cultivation method.

But not everyone can comprehend 365 acupoints, nor can everyone become a Divine Blood Warrior.

So the road ahead remains arduous.

"Thank you for the guidance, I understand what needs to be done next," Wu Tianji struggled to stand, then cupped his fist respectfully towards Li Yi.

This was both a gesture of respect and gratitude towards Li Yi.

Li Yi nodded slightly, accepting the bow: "Your body is damaged, you should take good care of it now. Once you become a Martial God, perhaps we can discuss Martial Arts together."

"Haha, I don’t think that day will be too far off," Wu Tianji laughed.

Having found direction, given his talent, becoming a Martial God is only a matter of time. He now feels coming to this Earth was the right decision; otherwise, he would’ve been stuck at one corner, never knowing the vastness of the outside world.

After this brief sparring session ended.

Quickly, Vice Dean Sun Boxiu flew over and said, "Li Yi, Wu Tianji, it’s good that you’re both alright. It would be best to reduce such spars in the future, they’re too dangerous; one might easily lose their life. Both of you are among the most important members of the Golden Academy, and any loss would be very unfortunate."

"Furthermore, the Earth is going through troubled times, and many situations require you two to stabilize the situation and deter strong enemies."

He advised earnestly, not wanting to see similar situations happen again.

"Dean Sun, you’re becoming more and more nagging. When the Xuanxian Continent invaded Earth and came to Golden Academy, they set up the arena and harmed who knows how many people. I almost died on the arena. After that incident, you should understand, as a cultivator, you need to experience trials, otherwise how will you face strong enemies in the future?"

Li Yi said calmly; "Of course, one must be cautious and measured. To change the subject, since you’re here, I must ask you, what have you decided about the cross-realm battle we discussed before?"

"We’re still in discussions. Although it’s somewhat inopportune to enter into battle now, if you insist, most people will definitely agree," Sun Boxiu said.

"What do you mean if I insist? It’s like you’re painting me as a warmonger. Do you think I like fighting? I just don’t want a day to come when we’re attacked at home, and my relatives and friends get swallowed by a group of Great Demons."

Li Yi raised his eyebrow: "It seems some people aren’t too willing. How do they not understand the importance of being vigilant in peacetime? If anyone has objections, let them come and talk to me. I believe my fist can persuade them."

Hearing this, Sun Boxiu was stunned, while Zhao Yongshan, Xiao Jianguo, and others in the distance let out a faint wry smile.

Who would dare say anything even if they have an opinion?

The punch just now shattered the vacuum. Whose head is so hard, unafraid even of shattering the vacuum?

"No need to say unnecessary things. Decide in three days. Either I lead the cross-realm battle, or not at all, saving everyone’s time," Li Yi said.

Three days?

Sun Boxiu nodded slightly. It seemed that although Li Yi was domineering, he still left them some preparation and discussion time.

"Li Yi, if there’s going to be a cross-realm battle, which world do you plan to target first? The Dark World, the Barbaric World, the Demon God Realm, or our old adversary, the Xuanxian Continent... Besides these worlds, we have also identified connection points to a few other worlds."

He didn’t hold back, directly asking in person.

This was to prepare everyone’s minds and solidify Li Yi’s determination. After all, a mobilization meant a truly significant matter, and they didn’t want Li Yi to change his mind abruptly.

"Start with the Demon God Realm," Li Yi stated plainly.

"Li Yi, the Demon God Realm is a major cultivation world with strong combat power. A full invasion would certainly bring various Demon Kings together, making it very challenging. Why not choose the Dark World? The Evil Gods and Ancient Gods of that world are sinister, but not particularly strong, and we have some allies in the Dark World."

Zhao Yongshan flew over at this moment, frowning as he was not too optimistic about the situation with that world,

"Demons like to eat people," Li Yi said with a hint of coldness.

At these words, everyone fell silent.

This indeed is the best reason.

The Golden Academy’s archives contain footage of Great Demons eating people, swallowing half a city in one bite, a truly horrific sight.