Reborn Medicine King

Meanwhile, in the vast expanse of the stars, Hong Chao was swiftly traversing with Jiang Shuai, using a mystical artifact. Their speed was astonishing, but Jiang Shuai was enveloped in Hong Chao's spiritual strength, shielding him from the surrounding environment.    

"Dean, aren't you worried that after Jiang Fann finishes his retreat, he'll just wander off again? That guy never follows any rules," Jiang Shuai remarked.    

Hong Chao chuckled, "Aren't you from the same clan? Instead of defending him, you're speaking like this."    

Jiang Shuai replied, "I just think you should bring him back by force. It's just a retreat. With your skills, you could easily place him in a secluded space!"    

"You clever little rascal," Hong Chao said with a smile. "Jiang Fann is determined, and he must have his reasons. I won't make things difficult for him. It might take a bit more time, but with his talent, he'll definitely want to visit me, unless he's lost interest in training..."    

"Whether he's interested or not, I can't say," Jiang Shuai admitted. "But I do know he's a handful. Still, he's my best buddy. Even if it means getting into trouble, I'd rather have him with me. At least I'll take fewer hits that way..."    

Hong Chao, clearly annoyed, said, "Why are you always worried about being bullied? Everyone at our academy gets along just fine. Who would bully you?"    

Jiang Shuai didn't seem convinced by Hong Chao's words, likely having heard some rumors before. He muttered something under his breath, but Hong Chao didn't respond and continued flying forward with him. Jiang Shuai couldn't even make out his surroundings.    

After a few days, he noticed a sudden change in the atmosphere around them. A surge of energy enveloped them, indicating they had entered a vast new world. Hong Chao could see the awe in Jiang Shuai's eyes. Even though he was a disciple of a Venerable Person, he had never been to such a powerful place before. This was the world where the Sanctum Academy was located.    

"Hey, little guy! What do you think of this place?" Hong Chao asked.    

Jiang Shuai looked around in amazement and replied, "If I'd known it was this great, I would have come here ages ago, even if just to meditate. Jiang Fann would definitely regret not coming here if he knew..."    

Hearing this, Hong Chao was clearly pleased. He had spent countless hours finding this place back in the day. Although the Sanctum Academy only occupied a small part of it, he had invested a lot of time and resources to develop this world to its current state. It was his life's work, and all his efforts were poured into it.    

Jiang Shuai asked, "Is this whole world part of our academy?"    

Hong Chao gave him a light knock on the head, replying with a hint of exasperation, "The academy only needs a small area, but being a student here carries a lot of prestige. When we get back, I'll introduce you to some fellow students and a few mentors. How much you learn here depends on your own abilities. I've told your teacher that if you don't meet the academy's standards, I'll have him take you back."    

Jiang Shuai chuckled, "I'm not leaving. Even if you try to kick me out, I'm staying..."    

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The Nine Desolations.    

The world has evolved, and everything has changed dramatically. This transformation is even more pronounced than the last, presenting a significant challenge for the cultivators of the Nine Desolations.    

In the Tianyao region, a bell rang out one morning, resonating clearly throughout the area. On Myriad Clouds Mountain, Xiao Mo and Gu Xie awoke from their meditation and exchanged glances.    

Gu Xie, with a hint of curiosity, asked, "Peak of the Reincarnation Realm?"    

Xiao Mo nodded, "Judging by the aura, that seems right. It looks like some of the hidden masters of the Nine Desolations are starting to emerge."    

Gu Xie pondered, "I wonder if this is good or bad for the Heaven Pavilion."    

Xiao Mo smiled, "No need to worry, at least for now. The situation here is similar to the Upper Heavens. Even if they are strong, they can't reach the Celestial Realm. Below that level, there aren't many who can overpower me."    

Gu Xie pondered for a moment before speaking, "I initially planned to absorb the God Clan to quickly boost my power, but now it seems your advancement might be more crucial. You should take those bodies and temporarily leave this realm to find a place where you can harness their power to reach the Celestial Realm. The bodies of five Celestial beings should be enough for you to regain your original strength."    

Xiao Mo shook her head at this suggestion. "Sir, you're overestimating me. My method of absorbing power comes from the Evil Arts, which is entirely different from yours. I can't consume their strength. I was thinking of turning one into a puppet to at least utilize the combat power of a Celestial body, but that would destabilize the Strength of Five Elements. It would be far better for you to absorb their power directly. Who knows, you might even break through your bottleneck and reach the Celestial Realm! If you achieve that, it would be far more significant than anything I could do."    

Gu Xie replied, "I've been advancing too quickly. Rushing into the Celestial Realm might leave my foundation unstable, making it hard to maintain my level. I don't know how long it would take to stabilize completely."    

Xiao Mo assured, "You can focus on your advancement without worry. Leave the Heaven Pavilion to me. My combat strength is top-tier in this world, and I can handle any trouble that comes our way."    

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Gu Xie pondered for a moment, then glanced at the nearby Heaven Supporting Divine Wood, his gaze becoming more resolute.    

"Alright, I won't stand on ceremony with you. However, I can't advance to the next level here, so I'll be leaving for a while. Once I break through, I'll return to continue my seclusion. During my absence, I'm leaving everything here in your hands."    

With that, Gu Xie stood up and walked over to the old dragon, who was napping not far away.    

"I'm going to be away for a while. Make sure to help Xiao Mo guard Myriad Clouds Mountain."    

The old dragon opened its eyes, looking a bit puzzled.    

"Why leave now? Nine Desolations has just leveled up, and the environment is becoming more conducive for training."    

Gu Xie replied calmly, "If I continue training at this steady pace, I might soon be unable to assist the master. You should also focus on your training. If there's any more trouble from the other side of the great world, we’ll need your strength."    

The old dragon hadn't expected Gu Xie to say this, but he understood the reasoning. Although Jiang Fann's level wasn't high, his combat strength had noticeably increased. When they left Nine Desolations, the old dragon's strength was far superior to Jiang Fann's, but now Jiang Fann had completely surpassed him. Beyond guarding Myriad Clouds Mountain, the old dragon could no longer charge into battle for Jiang Fann. The challenges Jiang Fann couldn't handle were now beyond the old dragon's capabilities as well.    

Gu Xie didn't say much more. He stood up and approached the divine tree, gave some instructions, and then flew out of Myriad Clouds Mountain, quickly disappearing from sight.    

Meanwhile, just northwest of the city outside the Leehuo Dynasty, a massive shadow descended from the sky, resembling a giant bronze bell, which was the source of the resonating chime. The cultivators in the city turned their attention in that direction, the bell's sound unsettling their hearts and making it hard to remain calm.    

Some of the more advanced cultivators were the first to leave the city, flying toward the bell's location to see what was happening. As they got closer, they discovered that what was once a desolate forest had transformed into a mist-shrouded peak. The bell-like shape was actually a massive barrier, likely a protective mountain formation, blocking their path.    

However, they saw an elder flying into the barrier from above, and the aura he emitted left even the Mortal Separating Stage cultivators in awe, unable to fathom his level of mastery.    

Similar occurrences were happening in various regions, but no major disturbances arose from any factions. Everyone understood that the times were changing.    

Time flew by.    

In the blink of an eye, three years had passed.    

The protective formation of Myriad Clouds Mountain remained active, and the disciples' skills improved significantly, making the entire Heaven Pavilion lively and bustling. In just three years, the Nine Desolations underwent tremendous changes, with powerful forces emerging everywhere. Masters of the Reincarnation Stage appeared one after another, and a few individuals reached formidable levels, each establishing their own domains and consolidating numerous factions.    

Several experts had come to Myriad Clouds Mountain to seek an audience with the Heaven Supporting Divine Wood. Even the ancient and powerful cultivators held great respect for it. However, they all wanted to take the Divine Wood away, but it refused without hesitation.    

Two top-tier experts, both at the eighth level of the Reincarnation Stage, once attempted to forcibly take the Divine Wood. Yet, the aura emitted by Xiao Mo scared them off. From that day on, the reputation of Myriad Clouds Mountain spread quickly.    

During this period, having a cultivator at the peak of the Reincarnation Stage was undoubtedly the highest level of power in the world. No one wanted to provoke such a force. Thanks to Xiao Mo, the disciples of the Heaven Pavilion were relatively safe when venturing outside, and conflicts and trials were approached with some restraint.    

Xiao Mo stayed at Myriad Clouds Mountain for the past three years, never leaving, as she awaited Jiang Fann's return. As for the greater world, it hadn't appeared in these three years, sparing Xiao Mo a lot of trouble.    

However, during these three years, a few notable figures became famous for dominating their peers. Compared to the young talents from ancient lineages, they held the upper hand. Among them, Wan Chengfeng gained significant fame.    

Wan Chengfeng was quite combative, exploring three secret realms in three years. His cultivation had greatly increased, reaching the third level of the Reincarnation Stage. Among the ancient sects that emerged in recent years, there were few cultivators his age, and almost none could match him.    

Early that morning, Mo suddenly opened her eyes and looked down the mountain. She was astonished to see a figure flying directly toward her—it was Gu Xie, who had been away for three years. Though his aura was now restrained, to her eyes, he seemed incredibly powerful, exerting a tremendous pressure unlike the oppressive feeling from before.    

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