Chapter 257

Fang Yu's thoughts drifted; this time he went to the Perfect World and stayed for some days, but the gains were far from insignificant—merely from Liu Shen's inspiration, he broke through to the 5th Stage of Divine Abilities, Heavy Heavenly Man Realm, saving him dozens of years compared to others.

Besides that, the Grass Character Sword Art surpassed the Eight Great Divine Arts of Yuhua Sect's Great Free and Easy Golden Qi Sword Breath; Liu Shen's Divine Art exceeded the Great Wood Law; and the Six Paths Reincarnation Heavenly Art, which could command six divine arts, were all extraordinary Dao techniques; the array runes used in the Void God Realm to construct spatial portals were also excellent.

He gained all this from just one trip—it was already more than enough.

As Fang Yu pondered, he moved casually, and changes began on Yu Peak: spiritual soil emerged, spiritual water encircled it; as earth and water transformed, a vibrant aura filled the entire Yu Peak.

The whole peak seemed to come alive, becoming a living giant; from its connection to Yuhua Sect's earth veins, many earth fires spread upward through newly formed array patterns, instantly making the elixir fire aura on Yu Peak much stronger.

The spiritual energy also spread throughout every part of the peak, and for a moment, the place was suffused with overwhelming spiritual energy.

"Hmm? What's going on? Suddenly, the spiritual energy here feels much denser than before—I've only cultivated for a short while, and I've already gained hundreds of jin more strength."

On Yu Peak, a Fang family disciple named Fang Cheng felt surprise on his face.

This Fang Cheng was one of the more diligent Fang family disciples; in recent days, he had already reached the 8th Stage of Physical Body, passed Yuhua Sect's outer disciple examination, and become an outer disciple of Yuhua Sect, yet he still preferred to cultivate on Yu Peak, managing its assets for his "Yu Brother."

The spiritual fields and spiritual beasts must not be neglected—he had to inspect them personally to prevent the servants from slacking off.

He had been peacefully cultivating today when suddenly he sensed a change; after only a short while, he gained more spiritual energy than usual.

"This is indeed strange—so much spiritual energy has suddenly gathered on Yu Brother's peak; something must have happened. Has Yu Brother returned?"

Another inner disciple's gaze flickered as he looked forward, but saw nothing.

"That's right—it's very likely Yu Brother has arrived. Everyone, quickly prepare and come with me to pay respects to Yu Brother!"

At once, Fang Cheng realized: Yu Peak was Fang Yu's true transmission peak; any change here must be tied to Fang Yu—he had simply not thought of it before.

Now, he would immediately lead everyone to pay homage to Yu Brother.

At that moment, a voice echoed through the void.

"Fang Cheng, you've done well—excellently well. Your cultivation base has reached the 8th Stage of Physical Body, Realm of Divine Valor. I must reward you."

Fang Yu's figure appeared in the void.

He walked through the void as if strolling in a courtyard; though he emitted no magic power fluctuations, all inner and outer disciples and servants felt the master of Yu Peak possessed a terrifying aura—as if a single motion could annihilate them all.

Instantly, everyone bowed to Fang Yu.

"Hail Brother Fang! We wish Brother Fang ten thousand years of longevity!"

Led by Fang Cheng, all spoke in unison.

They wished Brother Fang ten thousand years of longevity!

This carried deep meaning.

They already knew that even if a Divine Ability Secret Realm cultivator trained endlessly, his lifespan would never exceed ten thousand years, nor his power surpass one hundred million Xuan Huang Warhorse's strength; thus, wishing him ten thousand years of longevity was to bless him to soon break through the Longevity Secret Realm and attain the supreme status of Ten Thousand Years Immortal Sovereign.

It was a blessing.

There could be no problem with it.

Of course, if one addressed a Longevity Secret Realm supreme immortal sovereign with "ten thousand years of longevity," it would be a curse—an insult to the sovereign's dignity, and death would be deserved.

"I've seen how diligently you've managed my Yu Peak these days. Each of you will receive a reward."

As Fang Yu heard the disciples chant in unison, a faint smile appeared on his face; with a casual wave, several elixirs flew down and landed in each person's hands.

For Fang Cheng, a direct Fang family scion and his former little brother, he naturally awarded fine elixirs such as White Yang Elixir and Nascent Soul Elixir.

For ordinary inner and outer disciples, Fang Yu rewarded them with Essence Elixir or Lifespan-Extending Golden Elixir.

No disciple dared refuse; every disciple's face showed reverent, ecstatic joy as they solemnly accepted the elixirs and once again chanted in unison to bless Fang Yu.

"Alright, each of you return to your duties."

Fang Yu waved his hand, and all disciples went about their business.

But Fang Cheng was kept behind.

"Yu Brother!"

Fang Cheng's heart was filled with excitement; walking beside this Yu Brother, he felt a terrifying power.

This Yu Brother's power was beyond his comprehension, yet every gesture, every step, every breath, every qi circulation made him feel suffocated.

"Your current cultivation base is the 8th Stage of Physical Body, Realm of Divine Valor. To break through to the 9th Stage of Physical Body, you must cultivate the spiritual method. I shall teach you the Yuan Chen Spiritual Art and Hun Dong Breathing Technique—inner disciple cultivation methods of Yuhua Sect—which should aid you greatly in strengthening your spirit."

As Fang Yu spoke, he moved casually, and two jade scrolls appeared in the void and landed in Fang Cheng's hands.

"Thank you, Brother Yu! I will never fail your nurturing—I will become the next Fang family disciple to break into the Divine Ability Secret Realm and contribute to our Fang family!"

Fang Cheng received two spiritual cultivation techniques at once—he was nearly ecstatic.

As a cultivator at the 8th Stage of Physical Body, he knew perfectly well what he needed most: spiritual cultivation techniques.

Yet he had not even become an inner disciple, and now he received inner disciple cultivation methods gifted by Yu Brother—this was an immense favor.

He must become the third Fang family disciple to reach the Divine Ability Secret Realm!

"Third? Probably not. You can be the fourth."

Fang Yu's divine sense directly turned toward the inner disciples' residence.

Fang Han has returned.

His cultivation base: Divine Ability Secret Realm.