[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-488":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Imperial Cultivation",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1054447,1365,"Chapter 488 - 485: Dancing Together","imperial-cultivation-chapter-488",488,"\u003Cp>```html\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like twelve white butterflies, they flitted gracefully, the sword light flickering lightly, appearing and disappearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, interesting!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Four middle-aged men in blue robes faced the onslaught of twelve young women, smiling, with an expression of appreciation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They found the twelve young women beautiful and graceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if they were appreciating a dance performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They drew their swords to meet the attack, their swordsmanship fierce and sinister, with astonishing power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The swords carried an incredible Gang Qi, clashing with explosive \"bang bang\" sounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vigorous wind spread around, shattering the small stones on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Which sect are you from?\" asked the square-faced middle-aged man among the four, raising his voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They deftly dodged the longswords of the women, and the sword light could not trap them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\" The twelve young women did not answer, and the sword light became even more agile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So many beauties, could it be the Yao Yue Palace?\" The square-faced middle-aged man laughed loudly, very joyful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if he had told a big joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, it is Yao Yue Palace!\" Ding Zhenlong said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yao Yue Palace!?\" The square-faced middle-aged man’s smile froze, and he hurriedly asked, \"Is it really Yao Yue Palace?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Xiaoyue snorted, \"Who would impersonate a disciple of Yao Yue Palace?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The square-faced middle-aged man’s smile stiffened, and he opened his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four exchanged glances, suddenly having the urge to escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The women of Yao Yue Palace were too fierce; if entangled, it would be endless trouble. It’s better to avoid them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As this thought arose, their sword light surged, becoming wild and violent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They wanted to force the women back, creating an opening for themselves to escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey.\" The square-faced middle-aged man said in a serious tone, \"We have no past grudges with Yao Yue Palace, no recent grievances either; there’s no need for this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The people of the Evil Sect should be slain by everyone!\" said a young woman in white indifferently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Should be slain by everyone!\" the other eleven young women in white echoed in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They despised the Evil Sect to the extreme, and would not let any of them escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, then let our skills do the talking and see who dies!\" The square-faced middle-aged man let out a cold laugh and said no more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They originally intended to consume the women, or they wouldn’t have come directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now seeing their tricky predicament, they were not fully concerned and felt the threat was limited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ding Zhenlong, aware that her footing affected the operation of the array, paid special attention to her steps, enduring the subtle pain of her foot injury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The operation of the array intensified once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their surging sword light couldn’t change their predicament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was as if they were stuck in a quagmire, the more they struggled, the deeper they sank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the blink of an eye, their sword light had already dimmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They sensed something was wrong as their sword light intensified, yet they still could not break free from the sword array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Old Gu, Old Zhang, Old Xu, don’t hold back, go all out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, all out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they spoke, a muffled \"bang bang\" sounded from their bodies, as if they had suddenly grown larger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their skin quickly became loose, as if they aged ten years in the blink of an eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Hanyue turned to look at Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"It’s the Light Burning Skill, exchanging essence blood for power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Light Burning Skill...\" Shen Hanyue hummed, \"Burning essence blood, wouldn’t that mean they can replenish it by directly consuming others’ essence blood without consequence?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"They consume essence blood but do not transform it into essence blood; instead, it becomes cultivation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, does that mean replenishing the burned essence blood is difficult for them?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is difficult.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well.\" Shen Hanyue hummed, \"Let them die of essence blood exhaustion as well!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"It’s not that easy, this secret technique is still extremely strong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they spoke, the sword light of the four grew increasingly bright, about to break through the constraint of the twelve women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Hanyue bit her red lips, turning to look at Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Let’s wait and see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ruoling said softly, \"Shen, keep calm, don’t rush.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Hanyue was anxious due to her concern; once she saw Yao Yue Palace disciples in action, she wished to substitute herself and fight personally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing it was wrong, yet unable to overcome this due to her excessive concern for Yao Yue Palace disciples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An only child with only her mother since childhood, she longed for family and emotions and cherished them deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yao Yue Palace gave her the feeling of home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She cherished every Yao Yue Palace disciple, unable to see any harmed or even injured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the twelve women’s sword array struggling against the four middle-aged men in blue robes, she was anxious, wanting to step in to help.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew under such circumstances, stepping forward herself would only cause more trouble, disturbing the sword array and disrupting their rhythm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she pinned her hopes on Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her heart, Chu Zhiyuan was almost omnipotent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really no problem?\" Shen Hanyue asked hurriedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled, \"We are all here, if there is really a problem, I will intervene.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s good...\" Shen Hanyue relaxed, then said, \"Have you practiced this Light Burning Skill, Princely Heir?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"I only have some understanding, not practiced.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You don’t need such a secret technique either.\" Shen Hanyue said, \"You always force others to use this secret technique.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s not quite it,\" Chu Zhiyuan laughed, \"My opponents often have no chance to use this skill.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re right,\" Shen Hanyue agreed, \"So, will you continue practicing sword technique? Becoming a Great Grandmaster, you don’t need to practice swordmanship anymore, do you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, \"The path of sword technique is profound and endless, it cannot be abandoned.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Hanyue looked at Qu Ying, \"In the Flying Sky Sect, do they still practice sword technique after reaching Great Grandmaster?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Ying said, \"Holy Daughter, once we reach Great Grandmaster, we seal our swords.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She curiously glanced at Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t understand why Chu Zhiyuan, after reaching Great Grandmaster, would still study the sword of the Heavenly Blade Pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The most diligent sword practitioners are at the Innate Realm and Grandmaster Realm, once reaching Great Grandmaster, there’s no need to practice swordmanship anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spiritual power is a stronger means than sword, using spiritual power surpasses a thousand blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if a Great Grandmaster practices sword technique with utmost strength, they still rely on spiritual power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether fighting other Great Grandmasters or masters below Grandmaster, spiritual power is the primary means.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If spiritual power is weak, the strongest sword technique can’t touch the opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If spiritual power is strong, the lack of swordmanship can still harm the opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she couldn’t understand why Chu Zhiyuan still studied sword technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled, \"The path of sword technique is vast and profound, worth deep research.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qu Ying’s bright eyes flickered, deep in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Feng said, \"In our sect, swordsmanship halts once Grandmaster Perfection is reached.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"The path of swordsmanship is also worth deep research.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Feng couldn’t help but laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan also laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words were like showing off to the blind, truly unnecessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ssssss!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst a light whistle, the sword light of the twelve young women in white suddenly merged into one, forming a sheet of white light engulfing the four middle-aged men in blue robes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Hanyue immediately praised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the Spirit Butterfly Sword Formation reaching its peak state: Spirit Butterflies Dancing Together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the spirit butterflies moved their wings in the same rhythm, invoking a peculiar power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The white light then dimmed and disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The twelve young women in white gracefully separated, falling behind Xiao Ruoling and Shen Hanyue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four middle-aged men in blue robes stood dazed, their eyes filled with astonishment and confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if unable to comprehend what had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ssssss...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wounds appeared all over their bodies, spurting blood, instantly dyeing them red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan nodded in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sword formation finally reached the Three Mysteries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excellent!\" Shen Hanyue clapped her hands in admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The twelve young women in white were also excited, their eyes shining brightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Spirit Butterfly Sword Formation had finally reached perfection; over a decade of hard work finally bore fruit today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan appeared thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his mind, the Bright Moon Saber quivered gently, its rhythm similar to that of the Spirit Butterfly Sword Formation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>```\u003C\u002Fp>",1432,"2026-06-03T09:58:02.814Z","2026-06-03T09:57:58.105Z",1,"novelbin.me","f762674f5b37c568296dda2bf4f663d318991e7c1a827cf8e104db3c3a5520ec","imperial-cultivation-chapter-489","imperial-cultivation-chapter-487",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]