Chapter 173: Chapter 173 - 173: Opening the Gate of Heaven with a Single Sword (1)

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

After reinforcing the formation and departing with a commitment, Li Qingshan felt an additional drive, motivating him to strive harder.

He didn’t linger in the Human World but instead used a world-class teleportation formation to return to the Dimensional Battlefield.

The entire Dimensional Battlefield embarked on a new phase of development. Without Immortals suppressing it and with the absence of Immortals’ guarantees, the point system collapsed overnight. People no longer needed to engage in ruthless competition for points. Instead, the cultivation world adopted tangible currencies.

For example, spirit stones, spirit herbs, rare treasures, and so on.

These changes set the Dimensional Battlefield on a new course of development. Some people established sects, some established aristocratic families, some founded countries and became kings, and some became new city lords.

The Dimensional Battlefield entered a chaotic period, marked by territorial disputes. Only after overcoming this chaos would a new order emerge.

However, all of this had no bearing on Li Qingshan.

After returning from the Human World, he headed straight to the secluded place where Little Nine and the others resided.

Li Qingshan didn’t want to get involved in the affairs of the Human World. He only wanted to cultivate quietly and improve his strength. Then, he would open the Heaven Gate with his sword and enter the Immortal World.

After confirming the location with A’wei, Li Qingshan promptly arrived and discovered that Little Nine and the Heavenly Emperor had chosen an excellent spot.

Between two mountains lay a piece of land adorned with fresh flowers of all kinds. Walking through this floral paradise, they reached a Peach Blossom Forest stretching ten miles.

The Peach Blossom Forest was a breathtaking sight with pink blossoms and a delightful fragrance. Upon Li Qingshan’s arrival, peach blossoms filled the sky, creating a beautiful spectacle.

“Brother, how’s this place? I made a good choice, didn’t I?” Little Nine proudly claimed credit.

The Little Fox immediately nestled into Li Qingshan’s arms, looking at him with a cheerful smile.

The Heavenly Emperor, Immortal Northstar, and Xia Wuji approached.

“Brother, your five subordinates are really capable. They have repaired everything in this village. Even the roads have been repaired and filled with stones. It’s very beautiful. How can they be so skilled?” Xia Wuji said in admiration.

Li Qingshan looked at the slightly embarrassed five ghosts and smiled gently. “Although they look fierce, they have a beautiful heart. Some small things are not a problem for them.”

The five ghosts looked at Li Qingshan, feeling touched. It seemed like this was the first time Li Qingshan had praised them.

“It’s not easy, they finally gain recognition from their master.” The five ghosts thought.

“How about it, Brother Qingshan, did you find her?” Immortal Northstar inquired.

“No, she’s disappeared. I was entrusted by someone to fulfill a loyal duty. If I can’t find her, there’s nothing I can do,” Li Qingshan shook his head.

“In that case, are we still going out?” the Heavenly Emperor asked with concern.

“I won’t be going out. I’ll commence closed-door cultivation in this paradise to adjust my state and enhance my strength. Everyone, focus on your cultivation. It’s preferable to become immortals in the Human World rather than in the Immortal Plane,” Li Qingshan advised.

“I’m about to break through!” Immortal Northstar exclaimed cheerfully.

“I’m about to break through too,” the Heavenly Emperor followed suit.

“I’m on the verge of a breakthrough as well,” Xia Wuji declared without hesitation when he saw Immortal Northstar and the Heavenly Emperor doing so.

Swish!

Everyone looked at him with strange expressions.

“You were just beaten black and blue, and now you want to break through to the Immortal Plane?” Little Nine wrinkled her nose and remarked.

“Who said I’m breaking through to the Immortal Plane? I can’t break through to the Divine cultivation plane,” Xia Wuji crossed his arms, and said unyieldingly, “Why? Breaking through to Immortality is considered a breakthrough, but breaking through to the Divine cultivation plane isn’t?” Xia Wuji, who had been beaten up badly, felt his bloodline density increase instead of decrease. He felt the aura of a breakthrough once again.

If nothing went wrong, he would soon reach the Divine cultivation plane.

Of course, he couldn’t compare to the Heavenly Emperor and Immortal Northstar, both aiming to break through to the Immortal Plane and become immortals in the Human World.

Li Qingshan smiled and said, “It counts, Xia Wuji. I’ll be your sparring partner, training your bloodline. I noticed that after getting beaten, your bloodline density increases rapidly. From now on, we’ll take turns beating you every day until you’re half-dead. Let’s see if your bloodline evolution speed is even faster.’

Xia Wuji’s expression changed. He looked at Li Qingshan in disbelief. “How can you say such cold words with such a warm mouth?” he trembled.

“I think Qingshan is right,” Immortal Northstar said thoughtfully. “You did improve significantly after being beaten up.”

The Heavenly Emperor didn’t say anything. She flexed her delicate fists and smiled gently at Xia Wuji. “Don’t worry. I’ll be very gentle when I beat you up.” Xia Wuji was dumbfounded.

Li Qingshan laughed heartily and went straight into the Peach Blossom Forest. He saw independent houses one after another. Clean floors, fences, streams, and flowing houses were pleasing to the eye.

He nodded in satisfaction. The Five Ghosts’ taste had always followed Li

Qingshan’s. This place aligned perfectly with Li Qingshan’s expectations.

“We’ve all chosen. There are a few rooms left. You can choose one,” Little Nine said.

Li Qingshan pointed indifferently and said, “This is it for me. I’m going to cultivate in seclusion. You guys have fun. Don’t disturb me if there’s nothing else.”

Li Qingshan handed Little Fox to Little Nine. He couldn’t bring her along during his seclusion.

The Little Fox also knew that Li Qingshan’s seclusion was crucial, so she obediently followed Little Nine.

“Brother, how long will you be in seclusion this time?” Xia Wuji walked in and asked.

“I don’t know, but I’ll remember to train you. I’ll start, and we’ll take turns,” Li Qingshan smiled at Xia Wuji and flicked his fingers.

Boom!

A wisp of sword qi burst forth, transforming into thousands of pear blossoms. In an instant, it smashed down. The terrifying energy directly hit Xia Wuji, causing him to spit out large mouthfuls of blood. He rushed out of the village and crashed into a mountain wall..