Reincarnation Sword God

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Heavenly Realm

What I had given to Mangnyang this time was the Obsidian that meticulously contained the knowledge and experiences of the Divine Scholar Mangnyang. So, it could be said that Mangnyang had inherited the experiences up to the point of becoming the Divine Scholar. As he organized the knowledge in his mind, he said,

“Baek Woong. Currently, we are faced with a severe contradiction.”

“What contradiction are you talking about?”

“The greatest power you can obtain right now is undoubtedly the Demand Dark Night. If the Demand Dark Night can be released normally, the path to our goal will be greatly shortened. However, to do so, we must go through the Offering Ceremony, which would mean a direct confrontation with my father, Zhuque.”

“That makes sense. Zhuque, as Tai Shan Laoong, listens to all the information from the Heavenly Realm.”

“Therefore, let’s postpone the release of the Dark Night for a while. This must take priority.”

Mangnyang‘s point was valid. Nodding in agreement, Mangnyang continued,

“There are alternatives to gaining the rights to the Offering Ceremony, aside from just offering the Dark Night. It may be a detour, but there is definitely a way.”

“Really?”

“Indeed.”

Mangnyang pulled out the Five Colors Seven Metals Pendant and waved it around as he spoke,

“The key is to offer the Heavenly Realm a gift so great that they cannot refuse it. The Dark Night‘s essence is of tremendous value, but there are surely treasures of equal magnitude in the world. Baek Woong, you can use the Rising Bubble and Wooden Armor to find many treasures, so let’s start by gathering artifacts of exceptional value.”

“Hmmm, that sounds doable.”

“When we offer the essence this time, I should ask you to do something a bit different. Do you have something in mind?”

As I pondered, I replied,

“I’d like to obtain a way to counter the [Ancient Ruler] through the Great Immortal.”

At my response, Mangnyang sighed.

“I understand why you’d say that, but it’s impossible. No deity from the Heavenly Realm could provide that answer.”

“……”

“Although I lost in my previous life, it was not due to a lack of strength. We were defeated the moment we were summoned. The Ancient Ruler should not be considered a foe we can defeat.”

“Damn it.”

I gritted my teeth.

At my display of frustration, Mangnyang regarded me with interest.

“Baek Woong. Are you not afraid of the [Ancient Ruler]?”

“Huh? It’s more frustrating than frightening. Still, I have to find a way somehow.”

“…Your mental resilience is truly remarkable. Rather than being broken, you seem to be feeling a sense of anger…”

For some reason, Mangnyang shook his head, and his speech continued.

“Then let’s do this.”

Mangnyang shared his plan with me. I thought it was a good idea and nodded in agreement. Before long, we hurried to Mangnyang’s village to prepare for the offering of the essence of the Dark Night.

Ha!

As Cheon Woo-jin recited the incantation at the altar, the Invocation was successfully performed. The first being to manifest was, of course, Heavenly Ruler of Tai Xu.

[ The essence was duly consumed, oh humans. However… this is strange.]

I cut him off when Tai Xu began to speak further. I wanted to save time.

“Next!”

[ What?!]

As I shouted unexpectedly, Tai Xu was taken aback. I crossed my arms and said,

“We don’t want overlapping blessings, do we?”

[ Th-That is true, but…]

“You’re of no help.”

[ ……]

Somehow, Tai Xu felt easy to handle. It was not just a simple intuition; it was something inherent in my being, quite possibly influenced by the Heavenly Mysterious Woman of Nine Heavens. Although Cheon Woo-jin‘s cheeks were trembling, I paid no mind and declared,

“Next!”

[ Ugh… how rude…]

Tai Xu trembled and replied,

[ Fine… Then this time I will make an exception. I will remove the remnants of your Great Luck and infuse a new blessing into your body. Will that suffice?]

I was surprised and asked back,

“Is that possible?”

[ Of course.]

“What kind of abilities will the new Great Luck possess?”

Then Tai Xu spoke confidently,

[ Your fortune for insight will improve, and love luck, business luck, talent luck, health luck, etc., will become exceptional! You will be blessed with energies several times that of an average human’s lifetime fortune!]

It was quite an enticing story. Thanks to provoking Tai Xu‘s ego, he had to forcefully offer me the blessing.

‘This isn’t what I expected.’

Seeing the situation unfold differently from my assumptions, I glanced at Mangnyang, who was pondering something. He then said,

“Tai Xu, I have something I want to ask before we proceed.”

[ What is it…?]

“Is the Heavenly Mysterious Woman of Nine Heavens also able to manifest during this ceremony?”

It seemed to be an unexpected question, as Tai Xu fell silent for a moment before responding.

[ The Heavenly Mysterious Woman cannot manifest.]

“Why not?”

[ She lacks the capacity to bless another being. She is likely preoccupied with her own destiny, so just leave her be.]

“Really, is that true?”

[ It is possible, but I wouldn’t recommend it.]

At that, Mangnyang gave me a cue. It was clearly a sign to bypass Tai Xu‘s proposal and call upon the Heavenly Mysterious Woman. To confirm, I sent a message to Mangnyang, who firmly stated,

[ Summon the Heavenly Mysterious Woman. It’s for the best.]

[ Understood.]

After exchanging our intentions, I addressed Tai Xu.

“Tai Xu! I apologize for my previous rudeness. However, I will not accept your proposal. Instead, I must receive blessings from the Heavenly Mysterious Woman.”

[ Uhhnn… I understand.]

Pa!

Then Tai Xu withdrew from Cheon Woo-jin‘s body, and soon a chilly atmosphere settled in. It felt like an aura similar to murderous intent, suggesting a fierce battle could erupt at any moment.

A moment later, Cheon Woo-jin opened his eyes. His pupils were shining bright silver, exuding a divine light, while a feminine halo surrounded him.

Whooosh!

The being that manifested within Cheon Woo-jin gracefully posed as if cradling a pearl in both hands, and then looked at us, saying,

[ Who are you that summoned me, the Heavenly Mysterious Woman?]

Her tone was blunt.

Yet behind her demeanor, upon seeing the spirit of the Heavenly Mysterious Woman, I couldn’t help but be in awe. I thought I had seen many beautiful people in the world, but even I felt a sense of reverence for her flawless beauty! Her beauty, which was said to be comparable to the moon’s dew, was breathtaking, to the point where it seemed to emanate an otherworldly grace.

Mangnyang, seemingly familiar with her, spoke up immediately,

“Heavenly Mysterious Woman! Both Baek Woong and I are studying the Corpse Dissolution Technique. We require the qualifications to enter the Heavenly Realm to fully master the technique.”

[ What?!]

The Heavenly Mysterious Woman looked astonished.

This is understandable, as the Corpse Dissolution Technique was a unique art possessed exclusively by the Heavenly Mysterious Woman, even in the vast Heavenly Realm. The Corpse Dissolution Immortal can cast aside their physical body and transcend only their soul into the realm of immortality, and historically, several significant immortals achieved ascension through mastering this technique.

With a somewhat sharp expression, the Heavenly Mysterious Woman gazed at Mangnyang and said,

[ It is true that the technique involves training in the Heavenly Realm. However, only those who have reached the final stage of the Corpse Dissolution Technique can know its secrets, and even then, the earthly immortals are under strict regulation. I have not heard of your recognition through the Dao Vein.]

“……”

[ How do you know these secrets?]

Mangnyang replied nonchalantly,

“That does not matter. What’s important is that Baek Woong and I already know the entirety of the Corpse Dissolution Technique.”

After saying so, Mangnyang began to recite a mantra, akin to performing a scripture. The words flowed leisurely for quite some time, and after completing the recitation of about five hundred characters, the Heavenly Mysterious Woman became rigid with surprise. What Mangnyang had just recited was a chanting only one who had fully mastered the Corpse Dissolution Technique could perform.

Continuing, Mangnyang stated,

“We are already qualified to enter the Heavenly Realm. Please grant us permission.”

[ ……]

The Heavenly Mysterious Woman sighed heavily.

[ Huh… I want to refuse, but the essence you’ve presented holds such great value that I can’t help it. Just now, following a council of the Great Immortals, we have decided to accept you as members of the Heavenly Realm.]

“Does that mean we’ve been allowed to enter Kunlun Mountain?”

[ Indeed. You both may enter the Heavenly Realm through the Between Heaven and Earth anytime you desire. Once in the Heavenly Realm, come seek me immediately.]

“Thank you.”

[ Then…]

Pa!

The Heavenly Mysterious Woman vanished from sight. Returning to himself, Cheon Woo-jin licked his lips in satisfaction, remarking,

“You’ve changed for the better, didn’t you?”

“What do you mean?”

“Usually, you didn’t like the Heavenly Realm this much.”

Mangnyang chuckled softly.

“People are prone to change. Besides, fully mastering the Corpse Dissolution Technique is essential.”

“If that’s your choice, I won’t stop you.”

“Hey, you’ve always lived as you please, so why are you suddenly talking like you used to stop me?”

“Hmm.”

Feeling slightly embarrassed by Mangnyang‘s teasing tone, Cheon Woo-jin turned his head away. This was truly a bizarre brotherhood between the two. It seemed that Mangnyang no longer felt the need to recruit Cheon Woo-jin immediately and left with me instead, stepping out of the village.

As we walked along the mountain path, Mangnyang stated,

“Baek Woong. Everything proceeded as planned.”

“True, but… could you explain it more in detail? Why did we have to make that choice?”

My inquiry was natural. Mangnyang and I had decided from the outset to summon the Heavenly Mysterious Woman. This was because we intended to gain the right to enter the Heavenly Realm under the pretext of mastering the Corpse Dissolution Technique. Although Tai Xu’s sudden involvement caught us off guard, everything turned out as planned.

The reason we sought entry into the Heavenly Realm was twofold.

The first was to investigate whether the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors existed in the Heavenly Realm. Zhen Wu, one of the Three Sovereigns, had described that they existed yet did not exist within the Heavenly Realm, thus necessitating a thorough exploration.

The second reason was that I now needed to cultivate and master my own arts. Since the Heavenly Realm possessed much higher spiritual energy than the earthly realm, it was feasible to practice my techniques at a much faster rate. Furthermore, mastering the Corpse Dissolution Technique, one of the highest arts, would be immensely beneficial going forward.

However, my hesitation to question stemmed from Tai Xu’s sudden offer of a Great Luck Blessing. Frankly speaking, it felt much more appealing to receive the Great Luck Blessing than to gain entry rights to the Heavenly Realm to master my art. After all, when I did receive the Great Luck Blessing in the past, I achieved overwhelming results, didn’t I?

“The Great Luck Blessing is a top-tier blessing. Are you really willing to give that up just to enter the Heavenly Realm?”

“Hmmm… Honestly, I also feel a bit regretful, Baek Woong.”

“Then why?”

Mangnyang replied,

“Because it’s a blessing from Tai Xu.”

“Eh?”

“Baek Woong. Don’t you find Tai Xu suspicious?”

He perched on a nearby rock and continued,

“From your past memories, Tai Xu stood at the forefront during the battle between the Ancient Ruler and the Heavenly Realm. He even directly blocked the fearsome powers of Mangnyang. Moreover, Itaqwa also seemed to know Tai Xu too.”

“Ah.”

“And that’s not all. Tai Xu even lied to the representative prophet of the moderate faction, distorting information about the secrets of the Demand Dark Night. Also, based on Mangnyang‘s memories, he doesn’t even seem to know where in the Heavenly Realm he resides. He’s currently the most mysterious and sinister being in the Heavenly Realm.”

“……!!”

“It’s unwise to accept a blessing from such a suspicious figure. It only increases the likelihood of unexpected risks, which makes it more probable for you to be caught off-guard.”

“That makes sense.”

I could understand Mangnyang‘s reasoning.

Indeed, Tai Xu was suspicious. While he likely held the third-ranking position in the Heavenly Realm, how he gained control over Great Luck or what exactly he was remained an enigma. It seemed that Mangnyang was willing to forgo immediate gains to avoid the risk-factor of Tai Xu.

Mangnyang smirked.

“Anyway, with this, you and I can now train our techniques at any time in Kunlun Mountain. As any practitioner of human arts dreams of, we have obtained the rights to ascend to immortality.”

It seems the aftermath of the last reserves is quite strong… I will do my best to write tomorrow.