CHAPTER 1199: CHAPTER 1196: THE DAO MUST BE CONTESTED

At this moment, as the members of the Lingxiao Sect were trying their utmost to explain, the aura around Ye Wuya gradually subsided.

Everyone looked over and saw that his overall spirit was quite different from before, especially the immense confidence exuded from his eyes, which he had never shown previously.

Although he did not experience an actual breakthrough in his realm at that moment, his mindset and Dao Heart, especially his understanding of his realm, advanced significantly.

He definitely stepped into the preparatory ranks of a Core Formation Master.

As long as he is well-prepared and possesses both the Gold Condensing Pill and the Bu Yuan Pill, the two most essential supportive elixirs, Ye Wuya could attempt Core Formation, and with his current state, the probability of success seems very high.

"Congratulations, Senior Brother."

"Congratulations, Senior Brother!"

"Senior Brother is impressive, reaching the qualification for Core Formation so quickly."

"Indeed, you said before that even on Earth, which is conducive to cultivation, it would still take twenty to thirty years to form a core, yet unexpectedly, in just a few years, you’ve qualified for Core Formation."

Several from Lingxiao Sect congratulated him.

Yang Fei also addressed Ye Wuya, "Congratulations, Brother Ye."

Other cultivators from Earth also looked at Ye Wuya with complex expressions, and seeing Yang Fei’s gesture, they all offered their congratulations too.

Ye Wuya laughed heartily, cupping his fists to return the gestures, "Thank you, fellow Taoists. My success today couldn’t have happened without the cultivation environment provided by Taoist Yang over the years. Especially just now; had it not been for Taoist Yang’s words enlightening me, reaching such a profound realm could have taken years."

Linglong could not help but ask curiously, "Senior Brother, what did Yang Fei tell you that led to your sudden enlightenment?"

The others also looked at Ye Wuya with curiosity.

Even Yang Fei himself was curious, recalling the previous conversation with Ye Wuya and pondering which exact words helped Ye Wuya so much.

Ye Wuya smiled and said, "Earlier, I warned Taoist Yang not to completely offend the Flame Moon Sect, otherwise it wouldn’t be beneficial for him in the future."

Everyone nodded.

Flame Moon Sect is one of the three major two-star sects in the southern part of the Southern Domain, with formidable strength. Not to mention Yang Fei’s current level, even if he grows into a Nascent Soul Stage powerhouse, the Flame Moon Sect has three of those and even a Divinity Transformation Realm ancestor above that. Offending such a powerful sect would be an immense trouble in the future.

Ye Wuya continued, "But Taoist Yang said that a cultivator, if solely pursuing immortality but living suppressed, having to watch others’ faces, and lacking the basic freedom and casualness, the true self’s unrestrained freedom, then what kind of immortality is that? He said true cultivation seeks genuine freedom, an authentic self, unsubjected to humiliation—a pursuit of true self."

Most of those present were Foundation Establishment Cultivators, and upon hearing this, their Dao Hearts were subtly touched.

Ye Wuya said, "I never quite understood why Core Formation masters are called Core Formation masters. After hearing Taoist Yang’s words, I suddenly arrived at my understanding. So-called master implies seeking a genuine true self and freedom, a truth and Dao one believes in. Therefore, in that instant, I experienced a sudden enlightenment and offered my own interpretation of my Core Formation path, enabling me to enter this special quasi-Core Formation realm."

Li Yue and Du Hui, both at late-stage Foundation Establishment, especially Li Yue, whose strength closely approached Ye Wuya’s, had confidence in reaching Core Formation level within three to five years at Earth’s cultivation pace.

The words of Ye Wuya stirred their hearts considerably.

Lu Chen, Gan Qian, Linglong, and Yun Zong, although at mid-stage Foundation Establishment, had already started preparing for future Core Formation. They had always attentively studied the Core Formation realm during their time at Lingxiao Sect, gaining some understanding previously. Now, hearing the words of Ye Wuya, they also experienced some insights, albeit more vague and distant compared to Du Hui and Li Yue.

"Brother Ye, since you have now reached Core Formation strength, you should return to the Southern Domain’s Lingxiao Sect and seek your sect’s assistance to prepare for Core Formation," Yang Fei said as he looked at Ye Wuya.

Ye Wuya had indeed planned for this, but hearing Yang Fei’s words, he still showed a bit of reluctance and hesitation.

He wasn’t entirely sure if Yang Fei’s words were sincere.

Having lived on Earth for several years and acquainted himself with many masters in the Earth Cultivation World at White Jade City, did Yang Fei truly wish to let him leave?

Seeing Ye Wuya’s gaze, Yang Fei sincerely said, "The Dao of cultivation requires striving for oneself.

Striving against the heavens and with others.

You, in Lingxiao Sect—a two-star sect—face intense competition. Being ahead from the first step means staying ahead each subsequent step. If you fall behind, the higher-ups in Lingxiao Sect will focus less on you among your peers.

Now that Brother Ye possesses the qualifications for Core Formation, it’s better to proceed sooner rather than later. This allows you to secure more support and attention from the high-levels of Lingxiao Sect and enables your cultivation path to advance quicker than your peers, making future pathways easier."

Being a cultivator at the Peak of Late-stage Foundation Establishment, Ye Wuya, himself not young, was deeply moved by Yang Fei’s heartfelt words, his eyes welling with emotion.

"Taoist Yang, I am... well aware that if I had not stayed on Earth for cultivation, and if you hadn’t provided us with abundant cultivation resources over the years, my fellow brothers, sisters, and I couldn’t have advanced so swiftly. I, Ye Wuya, could not have reached the current state so quickly even if I were cultivating in Lingxiao Sect, so this gratitude is something our fellow brothers and sisters from Lingxiao Sect cannot repay in this lifetime," Ye Wuya said, eyes brimming with gratitude as he addressed Yang Fei and the fellow Earth cultivators.

Yang Fei patted his shoulder, sharing the multitude of emotions.

Ye Wuya continued, "Though there has been collaboration established between Earth and the Southern Domain Cultivation World, Earth’s cultivation journey is still fraught with utmost difficulty. I... I still wish to stay a bit longer on Earth, get along with everyone, and hope to contribute a little of my own efforts."

Yang Fei waved a dismissive hand, "Brother Ye, I appreciate your sentiments. If you continue staying on Earth, it will only bring you harm and no good.

Moreover, if you truly wish to support Earth, it doesn’t have to mean staying here permanently. If you can become a Core Formation Master, speaking on behalf of Earth cultivators among the Lingxiao Sect’s high-ranking officials can provide even more aid to Earth."

Qin Yanyang also nodded, agreeing, "Yang Fei speaks truly. Taoist Ye, since you are a cultivator, your priority should be the path of cultivation. Since we’re friends, we wouldn’t delay your future. If you sincerely wish to help Earth, then as a Core Formation Master, your words within Lingxiao Sect have more influence. Speaking a few good words would do more than staying here."

The Lingxiao Sect members, seeing Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang express these views, also spoke up in support.

Filled with anticipation to return and prepare for Core Formation, Ye Wuya felt encouraged by everyone’s consensus. He replied to Yang Fei, agreeing, "In that case, I’ll return to Lingxiao Sect to prepare for pushing into Core Formation Stage. Taoist Yang, I’m sure it won’t be long before we meet in the Southern Domain."

"Hahaha, it certainly will be."