Chapter 18

Nanling Zhao sank down, her eyes slowly closing as she recalled the things Ye Tianming had said just now.

Seeing the wound on her abdomen slowly healing, Ye Tianming's face immediately broke into a smile. Clearly, the pill she had swallowed earlier was effective. He took out a clean handkerchief and began to bandage her wound.

In fact, her real problem was weakness. She had forced the activation of the Inspector Seal, which had consumed her greatly, leaving her completely drained.

At this moment, Nanling Zhao suddenly opened her eyes. "Faith... This world does not need a living savior. Any living savior is just a person, and human power has its limits. Nothing can compare to the eternal and real faith..."

As she said this, she looked at Ye Tianming. "What you said is really good."

Ye Tianming replied, "I was just talking casually."

Nanling Zhao shook her head. "Not only did you say it well, but most importantly, you dared to say it. If it were someone else, they wouldn't dare to say that the Master of Guanxuan Sword shouldn't have appeared... You have quite a bit of courage."

Ye Tianming said, "Didn't the Guanxuan Law say freedom of speech?"

Nanling Zhao shook her head and smiled, not saying anything. No one would believe that.

Ye Tianming asked, "Are we still going to the Guanxuan Realm?"

Nanling Zhao said seriously, "Of course."

Ye Tianming said, "When you recover, we'll fly there?"

"What are you thinking?"

Nanling Zhao laughed. "The journey to the Guanxuan Realm is long. Even for a Saint Realm, it would take at least a year of flying to reach the Guanxuan Realm. We must use a teleportation array. With a teleportation array, it will only take an hour."

Ye Tianming said, "Do we need to go to the Immortal Treasure Pavilion?"

Nanling Zhao said, "No, our Inspectorate has its own teleportation array, a few hundred miles away. Once I recover some of my energy, we will set out immediately."

Ye Tianming nodded. "Alright."

As he spoke, he tore a large piece from his robe and thoroughly wrapped Nanling Zhao's exposed abdomen.

Nanling Zhao suddenly took out a pill to restore her energy and swallowed it. Then she tried to stand up, but her body was still weak. She almost fell over, and Ye Tianming quickly supported her.

Nanling Zhao looked around and said, "We need to find a secluded place..."

As she spoke, she turned to Ye Tianming. "Can you fly with a sword?"

Ye Tianming shook his head.

Tazhu had only taught him the Heaven-Cutting Sword Technique and had not yet taught him the sword flying technique. Of course, he wasn't particularly interested in sword flying...

Nanling Zhao looked around and then pointed to the right. "Help me go over there."

Ye Tianming nodded and then supported her as they walked to the right. However, because it was a mountain path, the road was extremely difficult to walk on, and with Nanling Zhao wearing a skirt, she would get caught on branches after just a few steps, making it very inconvenient.

Ye Tianming said, "Lady Zhao, let me carry you."

As he spoke, he took out a long robe from his storage ring and placed it on his back, then squatted down in front of Nanling Zhao.

Nanling Zhao looked at the long robe on Ye Tianming's back. She did not refuse and leaned forward to lie on his back. Because of the long robe, they did not have any intimate contact, reducing the awkwardness.

Ye Tianming carried her and walked toward the distance. Although he was carrying a beauty, Ye Tianming did not have any fantasies. His mind was filled with thoughts of how to improve his strength, as he realized that the so-called Guanxuan Divine Law was useless in this world.

There were too many people and groups above the law.

The law only applied to the common people.

Strength was the ultimate path!

Little Tower suddenly said, "Little guy, this girl's strength must have recovered somewhat."

Ye Tianming said, "I know."

Little Tower was surprised. "You know?"

Ye Tianming did not speak.

Little Tower said, "She stayed here on purpose..."

Ye Tianming said, "I know."

Little Tower asked, puzzled, "Why did she do that?"

Ye Tianming said, "If we go to the Inspectorate's teleportation array now, we will certainly be surrounded by the Xiao family. The Xiao family is now desperate and will do anything. So, staying here is the safest. Besides, this girl is very intelligent and has certainly called for reinforcements."

Little Tower was silent for a moment and then said, "Actually, I knew that long ago. I was just testing you. You didn't disappoint me."

Ye Tianming said, "I'm glad you're happy, Grandfather Tower."

Little Tower: "......"

After a while, Ye Tianming carried Nanling Zhao to a natural cave. It was not deep but very cool. He laid the long robe on a stone and gently placed Nanling Zhao on it.

Nanling Zhao found a comfortable spot to lean against the stone wall. She looked at Ye Tianming. "You should go to the Martial Pavilion of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion."

Ye Tianming did not speak but took out a steamed bun from his storage ring and handed it to her.

Nanling Zhao did not refuse, took the steamed bun, and took a bite. Then she said, "The cultivation method you created has great potential and could become 'Divine Level' or even 'Imperial Level.' Of course, this is definitely not your limit..."

Ye Tianming was curious. "Martial Pavilion?"

Nanling Zhao said, "A special department established by the founder of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion. It can be said to be the highest martial arts institution in our Guanxuan Universe. The martial arts civilization of our Guanxuan Universe has been able to catch up with the major eras in such a short time, and this department has made great contributions. Inside, there are all kinds of martial arts geniuses who spend their days researching various cultivation methods, martial arts, and divine techniques. They not only create but also innovate. Those crazy people, their lifelong pursuit is to create 'Realm-Defying'..."

Seeing the confusion in Ye Tianming's eyes, Nanling Zhao explained, "In our Guanxuan Universe, all cultivation methods, martial arts, and divine techniques, including various laws, are divided into nine realms:初级 (初级), 高级 (高级), 地级 (Earth Level), 天级 (Heaven Level), 仙级 (Immortal Level), 神级 (Divine Level), 帝级 (Imperial Level), 道级 (Dao Level), 触真 (True Touch), 破圈 (Circle Breaking), and the highest realm currently: Realm-Defying."

Ye Tianming was immediately curious. "Realm-Defying?"

Nanling Zhao smiled. "Realm-Defying means exactly what it sounds like. It can defy any realm. Let me give you an example. When the Master of Guanxuan Sword used the cultivation method 'Guanxuan Cosmic Law,' it belonged to the 'Realm-Defying' realm. Practicing this method has no restrictions, and any spiritual energy in the universe can be absorbed. Not only his cultivation method, but the sword technique 'Guanxuan' he later created also belongs to 'Realm-Defying.' Once this sword technique is used, it can defy all realms. Also, his Qingxuan Sword belongs to the 'Realm-Defying' realm."

Ye Tianming nodded slightly. "I understand."

Nanling Zhao said softly, "For a thousand years, apart from the Master of Guanxuan Sword, no one else has achieved 'Realm-Defying.' If anyone in the future can create it, whether it's a cultivation method, martial art, divine technique, or law... they will certainly be remembered in history."

As she spoke, she glanced at Ye Tianming.

Ye Tianming shook his head. "To create such a heaven-defying cultivation method, one must have countless accumulations and practical combat experience. I don't have those conditions."

Nanling Zhao nodded. "That's true. However, the fact that you could create such a cultivation method under those conditions proves your talent. If you could join the Martial Pavilion of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion..."

She did not continue.

Because she knew that for Ye Tianming to join the Martial Pavilion was almost impossible. Not only is the threshold extremely high, but more importantly, every five years, the Martial Pavilion only recruits two people, and these two spots are not even accessible to second-tier families. Even first-tier families have to fight for them, sometimes even resorting to violence.

Because once you join the Martial Pavilion, it means you can freely practice all the cultivation methods, martial arts, divine techniques, and laws inside... Even first-tier families would fight for these spots, let alone ordinary people.

Ordinary people have no advantage against these first-tier families... Even if you are a genius with abilities on par with the core disciples of first-tier families, you still can't match them. Their connections are unimaginable. Even if you get the spot, if you don't have a super powerful person backing you, they will find a way to take it from you.

And what kind of powerful person can suppress these terrifying sects and families?

Undoubtedly, it must be a core figure of the Yang family, because the Immortal Treasure Pavilion only follows the Yang family. Even the Chief of the Inner Cabinet, if you are not a member of the Yang family, they will give you face if they want to, but if they don't, you can't do anything about it.

But then again, if you know a core figure of the Yang family, would you care about that Martial Pavilion spot?

In the end, the two spots the Martial Pavilion gives out every five years are already pre-assigned to first-tier families. To avoid conflict, these first-tier families follow an unwritten rule, taking turns: this time it's your two families, next time it's our two families...

Ye Tianming suddenly said, "Lady Zhao, my Ye family..."

Nanling Zhao retracted her thoughts and smiled. "Don't worry about the Ye family. My friends are very strong, and they will take care of the Ye family. Also, I have informed my Nanling family, and they have sent some strong people to Qingzhou City..."

Ye Tianming looked at her. "Lady Zhao, you have helped me so much, I don't know how to thank you. I..."