Chapter 24 of 100

Chapter 24

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"Although this person may not have a striking appearance, his cultivation has already reached the pinnacle. If he wishes, he can advance to the state of freedom at any time!"

Zhen Chanzi's words greatly surprised Wang Qi: "He can actually hold back from breaking through?"

"At that time, it was for the sake of perfection." Zhen Chanzi explained indifferently. Such things were not uncommon over the past few thousand years.

However, Wang Qi felt something was off.

Wasn't the Immortal Alliance guarding against external enemies? Shouldn't Immortals of Freedom be important combatants? Why didn't he seek a quick breakthrough?

Due to fear that the black-robed cultivator might overhear his conversation with Zhen Chanzi, Wang Qi did not use his spiritual sense to transmit his voice to Zhen Chanzi... Well, although the half-step Immortal of Freedom in front of him didn't seem like someone who would eavesdrop, it's better to be cautious, right?

After Xiang Qi and Su Junyu greeted, the black-robed cultivator finally noticed the people around him. His eyes moved slowly, taking a long time to focus: "Who are you?"

Su Junyu replied: "I am the 82nd generation true disciple of the Myriad Laws Sect, Su Junyu, currently an assistant professor at Xin Yue Immortal Academy."

"Hmm, I remember you, you are under the White泽 Divine Lord..." The black-robed cultivator spoke slowly, lacking any presence. However, cold sweat appeared on Su Junyu's forehead.

The great White泽 was very lenient towards juniors, but his reputation among peers was not good. Seeing the sect leader specifically mention his lineage, Su Junyu's heart was on edge.

Fortunately, the black-robed cultivator quickly changed the topic: "You just said you are an assistant professor at Xin Yue Immortal Academy?"

Su Junyu breathed a sigh of relief: "Yes."

"Oh, my calculations were not wrong. After entering through the Wu gate, follow this formula to walk."

Wang Qi was drenched in sweat: "Senior, can't you just walk normally..."

Damn, even walking has to follow a formula? Is this a sign of obsession?

"I am calculating a math problem. If I walk according to the formula, I don't have to look at the road." The black-robed cultivator answered Wang Qi's question very seriously, showing the demeanor of a kind senior—if he had gotten up from the ground.

He can't have forgotten, can he...

A ridiculous thought flashed through Wang Qi's mind.

The black-robed cultivator turned to Su Junyu: "Do you know where Jiaxuan is?"

Su Junyu nodded: "I will lead Senior there."

"Report his position in the universe, roughly, with you as the origin."

Su Junyu was taken aback for a moment, then said: "Heaven axis 33, vertical axis 735, horizontal axis 774."

"Thank you." The black-robed cultivator thanked him seriously and then suddenly disappeared.

Wang Qi's face was stiff: "This is..."

Su Junyu wiped the cold sweat: "Traveling through the universe... a spatial evasion technique of the Myriad Laws Sect..."

Xiang Qi couldn't help but comment: "Rich bastard, with the Myriad Laws Sect's way of thinking, why not use the spatial evasion technique to come up from the bottom of the mountain..."

Su Junyu uncertainly replied: "Well... maybe he didn't have the exact coordinates?"

So, because he didn't have the target's three-dimensional coordinates, he didn't use the evasion technique... Damn, this sect leader is too naive!

Xiang Qi covered her face: "Every time I meet a high-ranking person from the Myriad Laws Sect, I feel that joining the Burning Gold Valley was a good choice..."

Su Junyu: "I kind of want to nod for some reason..."

Wang Qi weakly raised his hand and asked: "Is this senior the sect leader of the Myriad Laws Sect? Truly... unique."

Su Junyu said: "The sect leader is just too engrossed in math problems... He has been fond of math since childhood. A senior from the Flowing Cloud Sect introduced him to the path of immortality, and he developed a great interest in mathematics."

"May I ask what the sect leader's name is?"

Xiang Qi sighed: "You know too little about the history of immortality, which can easily offend seniors..."

"The sect leader's surname is Chen, given name Jingyun, known as 'Crown of Myriad Laws'."

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Chen Jingyun, the 'Crown of Myriad Laws', is a legend of the Myriad Laws Sect today.

Chen Jingyun grew up in a poor family and was later introduced to the path of immortality by a senior from the Flowing Cloud Sect, Shen Yuan. At that time, the Immortal Alliance had not been established, and Chen Jingyun directly joined the Flowing Cloud Sect. However, Shen Zhenren soon discovered that this child had little interest in the Flowing Cloud Sect's doctrines but was very fond of the famous math problems used by the disciples for entertainment. To avoid hindering the future of an excellent disciple, the Flowing Cloud Sect sent Chen Jingyun to the Myriad Laws Sect—such things were not uncommon in the modern path of immortality. The Flowing Cloud Sect quickly forgot about this matter, and even Shen Yuan hardly remembered teaching such a disciple.

However, Chen Jingyun shone brightly in the Myriad Laws Sect and soon became a disciple of the previous deputy sect leader, Hua Ruogeng. Chen Jingyun successively solved multiple math problems in the Myriad Laws Sect and is now independently tackling the greatest challenge in mathematics, the Pearl Calculation! In terms of the Pearl Calculation alone, even the master of the Myriad Laws Sect, Xi Baichi, cannot match him. The Pearl Calculation is known as the 'Pearl of the Imperial Crown of Mathematics', hence Chen Jingyun is also called the 'Crown of Myriad Laws'!

Traveling through the universe is a famous spatial evasion technique in the path of immortality. Its foundation is the highest algorithm of the Myriad Laws Sect, known as the 'Cosmic Calculation' by Earthlings, which is the 'Hilbert Space'. Unlike the ancient 'Five Elements Evasion Techniques' and 'Lightning Evasion', the basis of Traveling through the Universe is 'vectors'—quantities with magnitude and direction. As long as there are vectors around, the practitioner can use this technique to borrow the force of the vectors to travel through space.

Chen Jingyun was not traveling through space for the first time. He was very sure he had arrived in front of his old friend.

However, contrary to his expectations, as soon as he stepped out of the void, he was met with a brilliant sword aura!

At first glance, this sword seemed unremarkable, but it contained immense power, coming with a fierce momentum. The sword aura roared, almost shaking Chen Jingyun's spirit! Even a typical Immortal of Freedom might not be able to block this attack.

However, Chen Jingyun remained calm and drew his sword.

The sword technique of the Myriad Laws Sect's sect leader was a world of its own. He casually swung his sword. Unlike the opponent's seemingly simple yet profound technique, which hid infinite mysteries in the sword aura, this sword was like clear water, devoid of any mystique.

Who would have thought that the sect leader of the Myriad Laws Sect, who excels in deriving myriad techniques from a single method, would use such a plain and unremarkable sword?

The opponent "hmm"ed, showing no sign of contempt. He advanced, turned, and improved his hand technique, pressing down the counterattack with great force.

One force can overcome ten skills, and one force can also break myriad techniques.

Chen Jingyun's sword and the opponent's sword collided, and the former bounced off without resistance. However, his opponent felt his attack stall. Chen Jingyun did not miss this opportunity, and his sword technique suddenly accelerated, striking the same spot twice in quick succession.

A metallic clank sounded, and the attacking sword shattered, turning into a hot wind.

Chen Jingyun silently sheathed his sword. The attacker, however, was greatly excited: "Younger Brother Jingyun! You have truly incorporated '1+2' into your sword technique!"

"Brother Jiaxuan, you flatter me," Chen Jingyun bowed.

The one who attacked was the Palace Master of the Heavenly Sword Palace, 'Sword Resounding in the Sky' Deng Jiaxuan!

Deng Jiaxuan came from the Light Hall and later joined the Heavenly Sword Palace. Unlike Qian Xueshen, he was not only skilled in combat but also had an insight into the path of immortality that was not inferior to the geniuses of his generation. If not for the time he spent on the Heavenly Sword Palace's affairs, he might have secured a place in the Hall of Enlightenment.

Deng Jiaxuan chatted with Chen Jingyun for a while and then asked: "Is it you who came? I thought it would be someone else..."

"There are not enough Immortals of Freedom." Chen Jingyun shook his head: "Moreover, guarding the Immortal Alliance's headquarters is a nominal responsibility, but in reality, it's just a leisurely job. No one would attack here."

Deng Jiaxuan smiled: "Not necessarily. The first person below the Immortal of Freedom is not weak either."

Chen Jingyun bowed again: "Brother Jiaxuan, you flatter me."

After testing their sword techniques, Deng Jiaxuan invited Chen Jingyun to sit down. A table full of delicious dishes was already prepared. Deng Jiaxuan took out a bottle of fine wine and filled two cups.

"Brother Jiaxuan still enjoys good food."

Deng Jiaxuan smiled: "Besides pursuing the path of immortality, eating is the best thing for me."

Chen Jingyun came to take over Deng Jiaxuan's duty of guarding. They discussed some matters over the meal.

Chen Jingyun suddenly said: "I actually have other affairs. A true disciple of our Myriad Laws Sect has fallen, and I need to investigate."

Deng Jiaxuan was taken aback, then sighed: "What a pity. Li Ziyi was a good child. There are few like him, who are dedicated to protecting the world."

As he spoke, Deng Jiaxuan raised his cup and drank it in one go.

After the drink, Deng Jiaxuan's face suddenly changed. He turned his head to one side and covered his mouth, coughing violently: "Cough... cough... cough... cough..."

Chen Jingyun's expression changed, and he reminded: "Brother Jiaxuan, don't drink if your injury hasn't healed!"

Deng Jiaxuan waved his hand and smiled bitterly: "Old ailment... cough... cough..."

Without hesitation, Chen Jingyun grabbed his wrist and was greatly alarmed: "Your injury is so severe!"

Deng Jiaxuan couldn't hide it and said: "Younger Brother, this matter cannot be spoken of lightly."

Chen Jingyun frowned: "With such a severe injury, you still want to pursue the Unpredictable Daoist?"

Deng Jiaxuan said seriously: "The Immortal Alliance's half-year plan cannot be abandoned because of me."

The Unpredictable Daoist, Haibao, is known for having the most mysterious movement in the world. When his unpredictable movement is activated, it is impossible to simultaneously determine his position and speed. To counter the unpredictable movement, the only way is to cover all possible places where the Unpredictable Daoist might be, using overwhelming force to break through his tricks. The Immortal Alliance, after discovering the Unpredictable Daoist's whereabouts, dispatched all the grandmasters to set up a vast net across the land, hoping to exhaust the Unpredictable Daoist and force him into the sea, where they could strike decisively.

In the sea, there's no need to worry about harming innocents. The ancient cultivators and the sea demons are all enemies!

The only problem is that the Unpredictable Daoist was a world-class genius who dared to forge a celestial sword with several grandmasters. How could his strength be weak?

There are only a few people in the land who can surpass him in strength!

Chen Jingyun said: "There are others who can do this."

Deng Jiaxuan looked proud: "You said it, there are not enough Immortals of Freedom. The Great Unity Venerable Ai Zitan has overwhelming strength, and the Wave Venerable Xue Ding'e can see through elusive techniques, but— they are tied up. 'That place' is even more critical than the headquarters and cannot spare anyone."

Chen Jingyun stood up and bowed to Deng Jiaxuan: "I apologize."

Deng Jiaxuan waved his hand: "We are brothers. Your pursuit of perfection and breakthrough is a good thing, beneficial for the future. No more, no more, let's eat. After this meal, I will go to capture the Unpredictable Daoist."

"To capture Brother Hai, the Immortal Alliance has mobilized all its resources."

Seeing Chen Jingyun somewhat depressed, Deng Jiaxuan smiled: "Forget it. Hai Zhenren's talent and insight are both above mine. The innovation of the modern path and even my old ailment might fall on him. Thinking about it this way, isn't it much easier?"

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