[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-591":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},1055400,1365,"Chapter 591 - 587: Predicament","imperial-cultivation-chapter-591",591,"\u003Cp>```html\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan laughed and said, \"I’ll be quick. By the way, how high is the cultivation realm in the Outer Heaven? Can one achieve immortality?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Immortality... It seems possible, but whether it’s true or not is hard to say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What realms are there?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The cultivation realms over there are different from ours. Even if you know, it won’t matter now, as you won’t succeed in practicing the mental method without enough spiritual energy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still need a general idea, just to have something in mind.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Emperor’s Sword doesn’t know everything. I only know a rough outline. It seems like a path of the Nine Transitions of Spirit Transformation, from Qi Transformation to Transforming Intent, to Divinity Transformation, and then to Spirit Transformation, Four Realms and Thirty-Six Transitions. The rest is unclear; you’ll only know after ascending.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"We have to start cultivating again once we ascend, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two worlds, with different nature’s spiritual energy, should have different cultivation systems.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following a different path, so no matter how far this path goes, we still have to walk another path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, we have to start cultivation from the beginning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even if we start cultivating again, the speed is quite fast,\" Li Hongzhao said, \"After all, our meridians and body are different from those who haven’t cultivated.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan slowly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When I reach the Outer Heaven, I’ll be a Commandery Princess, and you should be a young prince,\" Li Hongzhao laughed, shaking her head, \"It’s got nothing to do with the imperial throne now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their Prince Mansion will no longer be a Prince Mansion but just an ordinary one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"As long as I can cultivate, it doesn’t matter if I become Emperor or not.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao said, \"The key now is when your grandfather will step down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan chuckled, \"No rush.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hypocrite!\" Li Hongzhao pouted, \"You say no rush, but in your heart, you’re terribly anxious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"With the Evil Sect eradicated, the Emperor’s Sword should be three times stronger, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Yes, with the people’s allegiance, the Emperor’s Sword is stronger than before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it a good time for ascension?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is indeed the best time for ascension, but my cultivation is still lacking, so I can’t.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you saying your grandfather will take the opportunity to ascend, so he will soon pass the throne to you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think so.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...That depends on his cultivation,\" Li Hongzhao said, \"Without enough cultivation, he can’t ascend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"My Imperial Grandfather has extraordinary talent, and his cultivation is sufficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao slowly nodded, \"So, you’re likely to take the throne soon?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Barring unforeseen circumstances, it should be soon,\" Chu Zhiyuan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao laughed, \"That’s good, do it quickly, don’t let me wait too long.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two then changed the topic and talked about Da Zhen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When will you go to Da Zhen to eradicate the Evil Sect’s main altar?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have to return to Yujing first and report to the Emperor before I can go to Da Zhen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Delay it a bit?\" Li Hongzhao said, \"Let Da Zhen worry a little?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, \"We must act quickly to avoid complications over time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s always been vigilant against the Outer Heaven Demons and doesn’t want to delay and give them time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These Outer Heaven Demons have strange methods, first with methods to conceal their aura, and then with methods to detonate the Golden Venerable statue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s hard to know what methods they might use next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he knows these Outer Heaven Demons won’t just wait for death; they’re sure to come up with ways to deal with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The longer it drags on, the likelier they are to come up with a solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The best is to cut through with a quick strike and eradicate all the main altars in the shortest time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Da Zhen likely can’t wait either,\" Li Hongzhao smiled at the corner of her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Did Rain Listening Platform find out the news?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Evil Sect’s evil cultivators have increased dramatically, and Da Zhen has suffered greatly,\" Li Hongzhao said, \"You have to be careful; they might vent their anger on you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan seemed thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao is quite knowledgeable about people’s hearts with these words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he’s going to help, Da Zhen might not appreciate him and might even hate him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of his deterrence, the Evil Sect’s evil cultivators from Da Jing and Da Meng might all run to Da Zhen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This has led to a surge of evil cultivators within Da Zhen, wreaking havoc on innocent people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the people of Da Zhen surely hate the Evil Sect’s evil cultivators, they might also vent their anger on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao said, \"Don’t expect to win the people’s hearts in Da Zhen like you did in Da Meng. Setting up tributes and offerings, don’t even think about it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, \"Let them be, just have no regrets.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao clearly knew about the people of Da Meng setting up tributes and offerings for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not directly forbidding it can be seen as showing mercy, as such things are extremely taboo for an Emperor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao said, \"Also, be wary of Wentian Cliff; its roots are stronger than the Phoenix Sword Sect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan slowly nodded, \"Can Gao Jiuqu be the Cliff Master of Wentian Cliff?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just succeeded,\" Li Hongzhao said, \"Whoever becomes Cliff Master, it’s the same, all align with the Imperial Family of Da Zhen, won’t favor you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Let’s take a look and see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wentian Cliff still has the line of the Heavenly Hidden Sect, which has been silently lying low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This line has never been mobilized, and hopefully won’t need to be used.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I... I tell you, all the experts under heaven are mediocre!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao’s jade face was flushed, phoenix eyes bright and increasingly beautiful, radiating charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her speech was no longer fluent, slightly stuttering, clearly drunk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two unknowingly drank a dozen jars of fine wine, drinking to their heart’s content.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slightly tipsy, they spoke without restraint, pouring out what was in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan was slightly tipsy, speaking rarely, mostly letting Li Hongzhao speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao had been the Emperor recently, a lone figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Invisible forces constrained her, these forces being rules, pressure from ancestors, and pressure from ruling the entire Da Meng empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Changes were happening around too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the attitudes of Great Grandmaster Su Qiuyan and fellow disciples of the Phoenix Sword Sect changed towards her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In such circumstances, she felt unusually awkward, unable to be at ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only person she could speak freely with now was Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of Chu Zhiyuan, she didn’t need to maintain the majesty of the Emperor and didn’t fear losing face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan just laughed, drinking cup after cup in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao hummed, \"Among everyone under heaven, only you and I are true geniuses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao playfully hummed, \"Isn’t that right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Right, right,\" Chu Zhiyuan’s words of rebuttal turned into agreement at the tip of his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no need to argue with the drunk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chu Zhiyuan, do you look down on me in your heart?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you think?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph, I’m not as good as you, but I’m not bad, better than others.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, you’re indeed impressive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chu Zhiyuan, tell the truth, are you the Divine Son of Yongling Divine Sect?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan was startled, then laughed, \"If you say so, then I am.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hee hee... You are the Divine Son of Yongling Divine Sect, with wisdom from a past life, that’s why!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao waved her slender jade-like finger, pointed shakily at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan laughed, \"Do others suspect me of this too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao laughed playfully, \"Your Imperial Grandfather must be suspicious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Yongling Divine Sect indeed reached out to me, wanting to pass me the Eternal Spirit Secret Scripture. I refused because I didn’t want to be the Divine Son.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a pity, if you became the Divine Son, you wouldn’t have to wait for the Emperor’s Sword to ascend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"If I were truly the Divine Son of Yongling Divine Sect, my Imperial Grandfather would have confined me long ago.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...That’s true,\" Li Hongzhao thought about it, \"Your grandfather certainly wouldn’t allow the Divine Son of Yongling Divine Sect to remain in the court.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"We’ll end the drinking here tonight, I should go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re not allowed to leave!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t stay in the Imperial Palace.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wha... Why can’t you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan laughed, stepped forward, and put a hand on her shoulder, exhaling gently with spiritual energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body’s spiritual energy instantly reacted, a rotation of energy, and the scent of wine filled Chengtian Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blush on her face faded quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and asked, \"Awake?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao hummed, \"Busybody!... Okay, you can go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan clasped his fist in a salute and then floated away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>```\u003C\u002Fp>",1510,"2026-06-03T09:58:17.452Z","2026-06-03T09:58:23.466Z",1,"novelbin.me","3423afbc8cf56d66a23f7d335e118aa16e153484228b797799751b7f038fad4e","imperial-cultivation-chapter-592","imperial-cultivation-chapter-590",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]