Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises

Chapter 744: Chapter 257: Shackles (Part 3)

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"Does Miss Ji have any matters to discuss?"

Lin Zheyu and Ji Zitong walked to the side and asked curiously.

Ji Zitong formed a hand seal with her right hand, and a cyan energy shield suddenly appeared around her, enveloping both of them within it.

"It’s about the rule fragments."

"Although the occurrence of rule fragments is independent of one’s strength, the probability varies by location and area."

"I know of a place where there’s a sixty percent chance that rule fragments will appear."

"However, the area is quite dangerous, so I wish to partner with Mr. Xiao." Ji Zitong said slowly.

"Could you elaborate?"

Lin Zheyu hesitated for a moment before speaking.

Ji Zitong’s reputation seems quite good, but Lin Zheyu still hasn’t completely let down his guard.

"I apologize."

"Regarding rule fragments, I cannot disclose the location of that area in advance." Ji Zitong said.

"What has Miss Ji seen in me?"

"Given the Ji Family’s strength, it’s not difficult to find several powerful cultivators, right?" Lin Zheyu asked, puzzled.

That was the reason for his hesitation.

"It seems Mr. Xiao knows very little about rule fragments."

Ji Zitong heard this and smiled as she spoke.

She had been carefully observing Lin Zheyu ever since their first encounter. From his words, expressions, reactions, and so on, it could be seen that he didn’t seem to be deceiving her.

Moreover, he probably had no need to feign ignorance.

"I’m just a Loose Cultivator, not comparable to Miss Ji’s strong background. Please excuse me." Lin Zheyu laughed, indifferent.

"Though you are a Loose Cultivator, Mr. Xiao possesses such strength; you stand out even among the younger generation of prestigious families."

Ji Zitong smiled and continued, "The occurrence of rule fragments is mainly when areas within the Demon God Barrier are completely transformed into magic soil; it’s this world’s final resistance."

"When that happens, within the Demon God Barrier, vast spiritual energy storms will arise, greatly affecting the cultivators."

"As a Martial Artist cultivating Immortal Martial techniques, Mr. Xiao has higher adaptability to the energy storms than cultivators."

"That’s why I’m inviting Mr. Xiao."

"Besides Mr. Xiao, I’ve invited a few friends to join; Tu Yuan is among them."

"Furthermore, as the Heavenly Dao of the two worlds collides, it will impose a tremendous pressure sensed most strongly by powerful individuals."

"Golden Core Realm cultivators experience the greatest impact; their strength will be reduced to nearly equivalent to those at the Foundation Establishment Peak."

"This explains why, ever since the time-space node opened, Golden Core Realm demons within the Demon God Barrier have been so scarce."

Ji Zitong spoke slowly.

Only when the areas within the Demon God Barrier are completely transformed into magic soil will demons from the other side of the time-space node invade in large numbers.

Truly powerful demons guard near the time-space node to protect it from being closed.

Other areas within the Demon God Barrier seldom see demons beyond the seven-pattern level.

"I see."

"I’m afraid I might disappoint you."

"I’m just a Loose Cultivator; I don’t have much expectation regarding rule fragments. I’m just here for adventure and to broaden my horizons."

Lin Zheyu pondered for a moment and refused.

He felt it’s still too dangerous and he shouldn’t decide based on Ji Zitong’s words alone.

Lin Zheyu needed to inquire about Ji Zitong’s character and specifics of the rule fragment occurrence from Lei Yunshu.

Only if they truly align with Ji Zitong’s claims, then he can make a decision.

"Don’t be so quick to refuse, Mr. Xiao."

"There are still at least five days until the rule fragments appear, so please consider it carefully."

"This is the Cyan Bamboo Realm; if you change your mind, you can use it to contact me." Ji Zitong took out a cyan mirror the size of a palm and handed it over.

This is a special communication magical artifact, usable even within the Demon God Barrier.

Lin Zheyu tried using the method Ji Zitong described. Once activated, it could connect to the master mirror in Ji Zitong’s hand.

The Cyan Bamboo Realm is a Central Mother and Child magical artifact.

Lin Zheyu’s hand-held item is the child magical artifact, allowing only one-way communication; after sending a request, Ji Zitong’s agreement would enable her image to appear in the mirror.

It’s quite magical, akin to a video call.

"Thank you, Miss Ji."

Lin Zheyu put away the Cyan Bamboo Realm and respectfully said, "If I change my mind, I will contact you within three days using the Cyan Bamboo Realm."

"I’m confident you’ll agree. See you in three days."

Ji Zitong said confidently.

She smiled at Lin Zheyu and then took Tu Yuan and bid farewell.

"Miss Yun Shu, what do you think of Ji Zitong’s character?"

After Ji Zitong left, Lin Zheyu inquired from Lei Yunshu.

"Ji Zitong is a well-known genius from the Ji Family, proud in nature, with a keen eye for talent and a penchant for befriending geniuses."

"Ji Zitong’s character is trustworthy."

"However, these are judgments based on rumors, so take them only as references."

Lei Yunshu thought for a moment and said.

She had a good impression of Ji Zitong. The Ji Family is reputed in the Great Wei, with no negative rumors emerging so far.

Yet she cautiously reminded to use it as reference only.

Lin Zheyu asked further about the news regarding rule fragments.

Ji Zitong hadn’t deceived him.

Rule fragments occur when areas within the Demon God Barrier are completely transformed into magic soil, leading the collision and fusion of the two worlds to fragment the rules of that area.

Under the will of the Heavenly Dao, fragmented rules transform into rule fragments, appearing on the bodies of talented individuals within the Demon God Barrier.

Despite dangers, it’s not as significant as Lin Zheyu imagined for someone at the Foundation Establishment Peak.

Golden Core cultivators, however, might encounter unknown dangers due to the aftermath of the collision between the Heavenly Dao of the two worlds.

"I see!"

"Thank you, Miss Yun Shu, for clarifying."

Lin Zheyu expressed his gratitude.

In this world, the Golden Core Realm faces some unidentified issues; not only does ascending to Golden Core require qualifications.

Even the aftermath of Heavenly Dao collisions will bring unpredictable dangers to Golden Core and above cultivators.

"You’re welcome, Mr. Xiao." Lei Yunshu smiled.

"Did Miss Ji invite Mr. Xiao into some special area?"

Lei Yunhan asked curiously.

This matter is easy to guess; many geniuses from the Lei Family likewise venture into these special areas in groups.

As for the three of them, due to insufficient talent and strength, no one has invited them.

"Indeed."

Lin Zheyu nodded.

"I suggest Mr. Xiao should go and try."

"The Ji Family is renowned in the cultivation world; Ji Zitong wouldn’t need to set traps in this matter."

"If you obtain rule fragments, it would greatly benefit your future cultivation improvements, even potentially increasing the chances of ascending to Nascent Soul."

"If Mr. Xiao is fortunate enough to acquire rule fragments, the Ji Family may extend an olive branch, inviting you to join as a spouse."

Lei Yunzhi laughed and interjected, "With your talent, you might even have a chance to become Ji Zitong’s spouse!"

"Uh..."

Lin Zheyu was slightly taken aback, feeling speechless.

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