[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-599":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},1055408,1365,"Chapter 599 - 595: Entry","imperial-cultivation-chapter-599",599,"\u003Cp>```html\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking on the streets of the Divine Capital, whether it was the architectural style on both sides, the dress style of the pedestrians, or even their demeanor, it all evoked a feeling of being in Yujing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled as he strolled leisurely among the bustling crowds, occasionally observing the shops and stalls on both sides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All kinds of goods were dazzling, and various snacks and delicacies were everywhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pedestrians on the street wore lazy expressions, but those in a hurry were often outsiders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You could spot the difference at a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were also martial arts experts carrying swords walking arrogantly in the streets and alleys, though most were City Guards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan felt the abundance of martial arts experts, and the grandeur of their aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to the martial arts experts in Tianjing, those in Yujing and the Divine Capital were much more grandiose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Obviously, the Martial Arts Sects in the Da Jing and Da Zhen dynasties were less oppressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The martial arts experts of the two dynasties lived more comfortably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan was unable to determine whether it was good or bad, each had advantages and disadvantages. In theory, the two dynasties should have more Grandmasters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in the martial arts of the Da Zhen Dynasty, Wentian Cliff stood alone, far superior to the other sects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So was it because their mental methods were not exquisite enough?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Zhen also had a Secret Land, and a new Secret Land had recently emerged, which both dynasties were exploring together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan strolled into a tavern, sat down, and drank while listening to the discussions of the people around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>News in these top taverns often contained both street and court affairs, which was extremely beneficial for understanding the current situation in the Divine Capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan listened to the conversations around and shook his head, finding nothing noteworthy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he was feeling bored, he suddenly perked up and listened intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have you heard? About that new Secret Land?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The White Crane Secret Land?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, that Secret Land on White Crane Mountain, something major happened.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All the experts were wiped out, including two Grandmasters.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impossible, right? They were Grandmasters!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Grandmaster is not an undying person, especially in such a Secret Land; a Grandmaster can still die!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t this new Secret Land the one we were exploring with the Da Jing Dynasty? Did their Grandmasters also die?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Oh—it was a private exploration.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged men at this table all shook their heads and sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such underhanded actions were already disdainful, yet they suffered a huge setback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing much could be said about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is this new Secret Land so dangerous?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s said there is a type of demon beast, silent and invisible, that kills without a trace, much like the methods of the Fourth Prince of Da Jing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm, ...could it be the Fourth Prince of Da Jing? Sneaking in and taking down our two Grandmasters and a group of masters.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s indeed a possibility!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a wild imagination! At that time, he was in Da Meng and Da Jing breaking the main altar of the Evil-breaking Sect!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, it’s impossible, ...but how do we deal with such a demon beast?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wentian Cliff is trying to find a way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hopefully, they can come up with a strategy. Otherwise, this Secret Land is useless.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a dangerous demon beast, entering is courting death. No matter how good the Secret Land is, one must survive to benefit from it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our new State Preceptor is so young, he might not necessarily find a solution.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If he can’t, then invite the Fourth Prince of Da Jing. Since he has similar methods, he might be able to counter this kind of demon beast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why would the Fourth Prince of Da Jing take this risk? Moreover, he is very busy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Evil Sect’s main altar ... shouldn’t it be our turn next?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After finishing off the main altar in Da Meng, it’s Da Jing’s turn, and then ours, Da Zhen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is too...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s nothing we can do, he’s the Princely Heir of Da Jing, not ours from Da Zhen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It always feels uncomfortable, the demon disciples of the Evil Sect have all come here, harming many people.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan frowned and pondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two Grandmasters were dead!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t be deceived by the fact that so many Grandmasters from the Evil Sect had died, as if Grandmasters were worthless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s because the Evil Sect had an easier time achieving Grandmaster with sacrifices, far easier than the world’s martial arts sects’ experts, and their strength was somewhat inferior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Da Zhen Court probably had only about twenty or so Grandmasters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Losing two Grandmasters at once was a significant loss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The opening of a Secret Land is indeed an extremely dangerous affair, so every opened Secret Land is extremely precious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single Secret Land can prosper a sect, even prolonging the prosperity like the four great Demon Sects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He heard no more valuable information and returned to the Prince Mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon returning to the Prince Mansion, Cheng Yifeng quickly found his small courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Princely Heir, the Emperor invites you to the palace tomorrow for a discussion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan saw his gloomy expression and invited him to sit beside a small pavilion by the rock garden in the courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does the Emperor support the clearing of the main altars of the Evil Sect’s various sects?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father naturally supports it. Like in Da Meng, he will send some experts to be under my command, at your disposal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan nodded in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Princely Heir, I heard that there is trouble in the White Crane Secret Land.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh—?\" Chu Zhiyuan feigned ignorance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s actually a new type of demon beast in the Secret Land, killing invisibly, certain death upon sight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then how are they aware of its existence?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A master used a treasure, the Sound Keeping Stone, before dying, stating these demon beasts resemble minks, with transparent bodies almost invisible, moving as fast as lightning, impossible to dodge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan frowned: \"Transparent... mink...? What does Wentian Cliff say?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wentian Cliff says this Secret Land has turned highly dangerous and is no longer suitable to enter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And is there no method to counteract such demon beasts?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Within the Secret Land, it’s impossible to see through the heavenly secrets, so Wentian Cliff has no solution either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...So neither Da Zhen nor Da Jing intends to send more experts to explore?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was just like the situation at the Flying Sky Sect’s Secret Land back then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh—! From what Father implies, they’re not planning to explore further.\" Cheng Yifeng sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a huge cost, only to give up halfway and fall short of the goal, was a disappointing feeling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Would the Princely Heir not want to take a look?\" Cheng Yifeng asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan chuckled: \"I don’t want to court death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng shook his head: \"I know the Princely Heir’s skills. For others, entering would mean death, but not necessarily for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where is the Secret Land?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"White Crane Peak, not far from the Divine Capital. Shall we go take a look?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...We might as well check it out; if it seems too treacherous, then forget it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan was curious about just how dangerous this Secret Land was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, he had a sense of danger, able to perceive threats in advance. If it were too perilous, he wouldn’t enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All the better, let’s go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We still have to see the Emperor tomorrow.\" Chu Zhiyuan smiled: \"It’s not too late to discuss after seeing the Emperor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s no rush to see Father.\" Cheng Yifeng quickly said: \"I’ll have someone inform Father, and we’ll go to the Secret Land first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t that too casual?\" Chu Zhiyuan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Da Zhen Emperor agreed to send experts to help, which was already sufficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether to meet or not was no longer important.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Trust me,\" Cheng Yifeng waved his hand: \"Let’s go see the Secret Land first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two didn’t mind it was night, didn’t ride horses, and directly used Qinggong to leave the Divine Capital, heading west.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three times took an hour to perform Qinggong, arriving at a mountain peak just as the moon reached the zenith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the moonlight, the mountain peak resembled a white crane about to spread its wings and fly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was also the origin of the name White Crane Peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan stood at the foot of the mountain, focused and sensed, frowning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Princely Heir?\" Cheng Yifeng looked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Truly dangerous.\" Chu Zhiyuan slowly said: \"Not suitable for entering.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng said disappointedly: \"Does the Princely Heir also dare not enter?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said: \"Let’s look a bit further.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three floated up the mountain, skimming over the pine forest, and stopped halfway up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the forest at midslope, there was a clearing with a bonfire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of the roaring bonfire, six masters sat cross-legged around it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing the commotion, they all stood up, cautiously observing them as they approached.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of the masters recognized Cheng Yifeng, and everyone greeted him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng waved his hand, signaling them not to bother with formalities, and looked at Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blazing fire reflected on Chu Zhiyuan’s solemn face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stared seriously toward the east.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cannot go?\" Cheng Yifeng asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said: \"A bit dangerous, ... but perhaps worth a try. I’ll go in and take a look first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed a bit dangerous, but not excessively so, thus warranting exploration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>New Secret Lands often yield valuable items, worth a try.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then I...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Highness, you stay outside first.\" Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Zou Fang, you stay too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" Zou Fang responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Princely Heir, be extremely careful,\" Cheng Yifeng hurriedly said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suddenly felt a bit regretful, thinking it would have been better to destroy the main altars of the Evil Sect first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anything were to happen to Chu Zhiyuan, who could then eradicate the Evil Sect?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan’s serious face showed a hint of a smile, nodded, and walked east, suddenly disappearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>```\u003C\u002Fp>",1677,"2026-06-03T09:58:17.452Z","2026-06-03T09:58:23.466Z",1,"novelbin.me","8a6e3f367ee1e58cabc1aaec20ba830f78da1bd036529df2f0e5882fe9a25e2d","imperial-cultivation-chapter-600","imperial-cultivation-chapter-598",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]