Merging Both Lists Sparks a Sensation! After Months of Quiet Cultivation, Lu Changsheng's Brain Domain Finally Expands to a Hundred Li!

"Twenty-eight Spirit Channeling Flowers? That is somewhat fewer than I hoped." Lu Changsheng frowned slightly, not entirely satisfied. This quantity fell short of his expectations. "Weren't there supposed to be thirty to fifty Spirit Channeling Flowers?" Lu Changsheng asked. "There are indeed thirty to fifty of them, but they mature at different times," Zhang Kong explained. "The remaining flowers will take at least several years to bloom. Their maturation period is exceptionally long..." Lu Changsheng followed Zhang Kong's gaze. Sure enough, he saw a large number of immature Spirit Channeling Flowers. If he wanted to harvest them again, he would have to wait several years. By then, however, he might no longer have any use for them. "Never mind. Twenty-eight Spirit Channeling Flowers is still a good harvest. According to our agreement, keep five, and the remaining twenty-three are mine." Hearing this, Zhang Kong immediately handed twenty-three Spirit Channeling Flowers to Lu Changsheng. Lu Changsheng glanced around the valley. A few Immortal Masters were still lingering nearby, but most had already departed. "Let's go." Lu Changsheng did not linger at Gathering Spirit Mountain. After all, this was immortal cultivation territory. Though he had nothing to fear, there was no need to invite unnecessary complications. Lu Changsheng and Zhang Kong left Gathering Spirit Mountain together. Traveling for about ten days, they successfully returned to the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect. Their return drew no attention. Who could have guessed that they had gone to Gathering Spirit Mountain and set off an earth-shattering battle there? "Junior Brother Lu, it is all thanks to you this time. Otherwise, I would never have obtained five Spirit Channeling Flowers." Zhang Kong cupped his hands to Lu Changsheng in gratitude. "It was a collaboration, and those five flowers are what you earned. If you ever come across clues or news regarding other curiosities that can expand the brain domain, you are welcome to find me," Lu Changsheng said. "Farewell, then." Zhang Kong turned and left. Lu Changsheng returned to his cave dwelling. His round trip to Gathering Spirit Mountain had taken twenty days in total. Still, the rewards were substantial: twenty-three Spirit Channeling Flowers. Lu Changsheng retrieved one of the flowers. He knew how to consume it. The method was simple: ingest it directly. However, it seemed one could only take one Spirit Channeling Flower per day. "Let's begin." Lu Changsheng placed a flower into his mouth. Boom! The flower dissolved with a fragrant aroma, transforming into a surge of warmth that rushed straight into his brain domain. Instantly, the brain domain began to expand. However, this expansion proceeded slowly and gently. Rather than happening in one leap, it broadened gradually. It took roughly a full day to expand the domain by a single li. This was precisely why only one flower could be consumed per day. Ingesting multiple flowers at once might expand the brain domain too rapidly, risking its collapse. Lu Changsheng waited patiently. *** While Lu Changsheng was in his cave dwelling consuming the flowers to expand his brain domain, news from Gathering Spirit Mountain gradually spread throughout the Ancient Region. It sent massive shockwaves through the immortal cultivation world. The Immortal Masters, accustomed to looking down upon others, were utterly astonished. It was not just the Immortal Masters; even Dao Lords and Golden Core True Persons were taken aback. "Is this true?" "Did Lu Changsheng really defeat Immortal Master Lingmiao of the Ziyang Immortal Sect? Did Lingmiao truly praise him as the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator in all of history?" "Unbelievable, completely unbelievable! They say that if Lingmiao hadn't relied on a life-saving treasure bestowed by a Golden Core True Person, Lu Changsheng would have slain her at Gathering Spirit Mountain!" "Can someone on the martial path truly be so powerful as to stand above immortal cultivation?" "Immortal Master Lingmiao even said Lu Changsheng could overpower an entire generation of both immortal and martial paths!" "Impossible! Our immortal path can never be suppressed by martial artists..." For a time, countless cultivators across the immortal world hotly debated the matter. The issue had escalated from a clash between an individual Divine Treasury cultivator and an Immortal Master into an ideological conflict between the martial path and the immortal path. The name Lu Changsheng spread rapidly across the Ancient Region's immortal sects, etching itself into the memories of countless Immortal Masters and Dao Lords. Throughout the Ancient Region, Lu Changsheng's reputation was at its absolute peak! *** Yu Feixiao, ranked first on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List, was already preparing to attempt Foundation Establishment. Over the past few months, he had been quietly adjusting his state, striving to reach his absolute peak before consuming a Foundation Establishment Pill to break through. He had no doubts about his success. With his talent, breakthrough was a certainty. "Senior Brother Yu, have you heard the news about Lu Changsheng defeating Immortal Master Lingmiao?" "Of course I have," Yu Feixiao replied calmly. "Immortal Master Lingmiao is truly detestable! It's one thing for her to lose, but she actually tried to drag you down with her. What did she mean by saying Lu Changsheng could overpower an entire generation of both paths? Isn't she implying that you are inferior to him?" "Lingmiao is only third on the candidate list, far below you. How could she claim Lu Changsheng is stronger than you?" The speaker was Yu Feixiao's junior sister, indignant on his behalf. The immortal sects were in an uproar, and Lingmiao's declaration had tarnished Yu Feixiao's prestige. "It does not matter. I am on the verge of Foundation Establishment; why should I care what others say?" "Besides, do you really believe a mere Divine Treasury cultivator could overpower an entire generation of the immortal path?" "Lingmiao is simply making excuses for her own defeat," Yu Feixiao said indifferently. He possessed supreme confidence. Among Immortal Masters, none could match him in either talent or strength. As for martial artists? Yu Feixiao had never paid them any heed. Since when could a mere Divine Treasury martial artist be mentioned in the same breath as top Immortal Masters? Even Xia Feilong, formerly ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, was insignificant in his eyes. "But..." His junior sister wanted to say more, but Yu Feixiao cut her off. "Enough. I need to cultivate in peace. "Do not disturb me with such trivial matters..." Yu Feixiao closed his eyes once again. *** Meanwhile, at the Martial Limit Sect, Xiao Wuji also received the news. Disbelief was written across his face. "What did you say? Lu Changsheng defeated Immortal Master Lingmiao, who is ranked third on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List?" "Yes, the report is entirely accurate and comes directly from the immortal sects. It has caused an uproar on their side. Immortal Master Lingmiao even praised Lu Changsheng as the greatest Divine Treasury cultivator of all time, claiming he overpowers a generation across both paths!" "Overpowering an entire generation across both paths... Hahaha! I have never doubted that the pinnacle of the martial path is supreme. But to suppress top immortal cultivators while still in the Divine Treasury realm... that is simply incredible!" Xiao Wuji was ecstatic. He was currently ranked third on the Dao Foundation Candidate List. Setting aside Xia Feilong, who had already established his Dao Foundation, Xiao Wuji was effectively second, eclipsed by Lu Changsheng. Yet what did that matter? Compared to Lu Changsheng's feat, being surpassed in the rankings was trivial. This was a monumental event that would bolster the confidence of countless martial artists! Although the immortal and martial paths coexisted, many martial artists knew full well that in the early stages, martial artists were far inferior to Immortal Masters. If the spiritual energy in the Five Regions had not declined, martial arts might never have risen at all. The immortal path would have remained the undisputed ruler. Martial artists had always felt inferior before Immortal Masters. Now, things were different. How exhilarating was it to see Lu Changsheng crush Immortal Masters of the same tier? He had even suppressed hundreds of them single-handedly. What a glorious achievement! The immortal path was stunned, and the martial path was jubilant. When the news reached the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, countless disciples were overjoyed. Even the sect's high-ranking elders were shaken. Yet Lu Changsheng remained in seclusion, unaffected by the commotion outside. *** Days passed, yet discussions regarding Lu Changsheng only intensified without the slightest sign of dying down. A few minor skirmishes even broke out between martial artists and Immortal Masters. Naturally, martial artists usually came out on the losing end. However, they no longer backed down! Facing Immortal Masters, they no longer felt inherently lesser. Voices in the immortal world began calling for Yu Feixiao, ranked first on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List, to challenge Lu Changsheng. Whatever it took, Lu Changsheng had to be brought down. Yet Yu Feixiao made no move. *** Feiyan Tower. This was a unique faction within the Ancient Region, primarily focused on intelligence. It maintained extensive connections with both immortal and martial circles, and its business spanned the entire Ancient Region. Most famously, Feiyan Tower published various rankings. Its two most renowned lists were the Foundation Establishment Candidate List and the Dao Foundation Candidate List, which together cataloged the greatest geniuses across both paths. "Deputy Tower Master, pushing to merge both lists will likely be very difficult." "Feiyan Tower already commands vast influence with the Foundation Establishment Candidate List and the Dao Foundation Candidate List. Why combine them now? It seems completely unnecessary." "Many martial artists and Immortal Masters do not understand the opposing path. Merging the two lists holds little meaning. What use is a list filled with unfamiliar names of people they will never encounter in their lives?" Dressed in black, the Deputy Tower Master remained calm amid the skepticism. Feiyan Tower was shrouded in mystery. There was supposedly an enigmatic Tower Master, but that figure rarely appeared; daily affairs were handled by the Deputy Tower Master. "When I speak of merging both lists, I do not mean compiling all the martial artists and Immortal Masters into a single shared ranking. "Rather, we will determine a single undisputed champion from both lists—the number one across both lists! That is what I mean by merging the lists. As you can guess, the purpose is to expand our influence! "What is the foundation of Feiyan Tower's survival? Influence. On what does the expansion of our business and authority rely? Influence. "At present, the Dao Foundation Candidate List and the Foundation Establishment Candidate List carry decent weight, but it is not enough. In the past, merging the two lists was pointless because the immortal candidates would completely overshadow the martial candidates. How could that expand our influence? "Now, however, things are different. An anomaly named Lu Changsheng has emerged on the Dao Foundation Candidate List. Look at his influence! When we last announced the rankings, I overruled all objections to place him at the top, and what a massive impact that had for Feiyan Tower! "The same holds true today. Lu Changsheng was publicly acclaimed by Immortal Master Lingmiao as the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator in history, someone who overpowers a generation across both paths! The tale has spread throughout the Ancient Region, causing a massive sensation. "If we merge the lists now, it will no longer be a one-sided showcase for the Immortal Masters. It will become a clash between the Divine Treasury and Immortal Masters—a spectacle of immortal versus martial arts! "Think about it: if we pull this off, to what heights will our influence soar?" The elders of Feiyan Tower grew wide-eyed with realization. Indeed, times had changed. An anomaly like Lu Changsheng had appeared on the Dao Foundation Candidate List. With him present, the Divine Treasury realm finally had someone capable of rivaling top Immortal Masters. Even the elders felt eager to see who was stronger: the widely discussed Lu Changsheng, or Yu Feixiao, the number one on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List. Could Lu Changsheng truly overpower a generation across both paths? Even Dao Foundation and Dao Lord experts would be intrigued. "Deputy Tower Master, if we truly want to merge both lists to determine an undisputed number one, we must gather the champions of both lists. That means two hundred top prodigies. Convincing them all to gather is practically impossible." "Indeed. How could we persuade two hundred prodigies to take part? If they don't actually clash in battle, any merged ranking we publish will lack credibility." "At the very least, we would need the top ten of both lists to assemble for a tournament. Even that would be terribly difficult. Such geniuses are exceedingly arrogant; they may not pay any heed to Feiyan Tower..." The Deputy Tower Master shook his head. "There is no need for such trouble. Given their pride, disciples of the great sects would likely ignore us. "All we need is a single battle between Lu Changsheng and Yu Feixiao to determine who is number one across both lists! "As long as those two clash, backed by Feiyan Tower's promotion, the battle will shake the entire Ancient Region. Feiyan Tower's objective to expand our influence will be achieved." The elders nodded in agreement. This plan was indeed feasible! "Deputy Tower Master, how do we persuade Yu Feixiao and Lu Changsheng to agree?" "Yes, everything hinges on those two. If either refuses, the merged list falls apart." "Indeed, both must consent." The Deputy Tower Master smiled faintly. "Persuading them is not difficult; we merely need to cater to their desires. "Whatever they need most right now, Feiyan Tower will provide. Combined with the allure of fame and fortune, I am certain they will agree! "Starting now, begin preparations for publicity. Do not make an official announcement yet. Once Yu Feixiao and Lu Changsheng have agreed, we will officially announce it under Feiyan Tower's name." "Understood, Deputy Tower Master." The elders promptly departed to carry out the arrangements. Watching their retreating backs, the Deputy Tower Master murmured softly, "Lu Changsheng, I truly must thank you. Without you, the greatest Divine Treasury cultivator in history, it would have been difficult for Feiyan Tower to take this step under my leadership. But now, there is hope..." *** In the blink of an eye, half a month slipped by. Rumors began circulating through the Ancient Region. Feiyan Tower seemed intent on merging the Dao Foundation Candidate List and the Foundation Establishment Candidate List to crown a single number one across both immortal and martial paths! Though it was merely a rumor, where there was smoke, there was fire. The whisperings indicated that Feiyan Tower might truly harbor such intentions. This rumor invigorated countless martial artists and Immortal Masters, instantly seizing their attention. "Merging the Dao Foundation Candidate List and the Foundation Establishment Candidate List? If that happens, does it mean the Divine Treasury and Immortal Masters will truly fight it out?" "Word has it that it won't be that complicated. They only need the number one of the Dao Foundation Candidate List and the number one of the Foundation Establishment Candidate List to battle! The victor will be the true number one across both lists!" "Currently, Lu Changsheng ranks first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, while Yu Feixiao ranks first on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List. Lu Changsheng was praised by Lingmiao as the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator in history, capable of suppressing a generation across both paths, yet Yu Feixiao has remained silent. If this is true, we might see the two clash face-to-face. Who is stronger will be immediately clear!" "I still find it hard to believe that a Divine Treasury martial artist can suppress top Immortal Masters, let alone overpower an entire generation. It's simply unfathomable. If the lists merge, we will see with our own eyes whether Lu Changsheng is as formidable as the rumors claim." "This is still just a rumor; Feiyan Tower hasn't made an official announcement..." Though unconfirmed, the news spread like wildfire. Countless people sought to verify its authenticity, yet Feiyan Tower remained silent. *** Pan Region Immortal Sect, Yu Feixiao's cave dwelling. On this day, Yu Feixiao slowly opened his eyes. Buzz. His transmission stone vibrated. Yu Feixiao picked it up and read the contents. "Three Foundation Establishment Pills, plus a bottle of Pure Spirit Water." "Feiyan Tower is quite generous!" A flicker of surprise flashed across Yu Feixiao's eyes. This was the third time Feiyan Tower had contacted him. The first time, Feiyan Tower offered conditions that Yu Feixiao ignored. He was adjusting his condition to prepare for Foundation Establishment; why would he fight a martial artist to the death? Moreover, doing so before the public eye—what was that? Helping Feiyan Tower expand its prestige? Yu Feixiao had no interest. Yet Feiyan Tower had steadily raised the stakes time and again. With these latest terms, Yu Feixiao was undeniably tempted. Three Foundation Establishment Pills, combined with the one he had applied for from the sect and another he had exchanged for himself, made five pills in total! Even if he failed his first or second attempt, five pills would drastically enhance his odds of success. No matter how confident Yu Feixiao was in succeeding on his first attempt, one could never be too prepared when it came to Foundation Establishment. After all, his future Dao was at stake; he could not afford to be careless. More importantly, the bottle of Pure Spirit Water could quickly bring his mind into absolute serenity. It banished all negative emotions and anxiety, ensuring he remained perpetually calm. This bottle was vital to Yu Feixiao, offering immense aid for both the Foundation Establishment process and the Tribulation of the Mind. "Feiyan Tower's offer is exceedingly sincere; I cannot refuse. "Besides, I am indeed curious about this Lu Changsheng. To receive such high praise from Lingmiao, to the point of implying I am inferior to him? "This time, before everyone's eyes, I will make all see clearly that Immortal Masters are Immortal Masters, and the immortal path is supreme! I will take first place across both lists! "Carrying the immense confidence of being the undisputed number one, my breakthrough to Foundation Establishment will be foolproof!" Having made up his mind, Yu Feixiao promptly sent a transmission back to Feiyan Tower, agreeing to the duel. *** Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, Lu Changsheng's cave dwelling. Lu Changsheng opened his eyes. "Twenty-three days. I have finally consumed all the Spirit Channeling Flowers!" With a thought, he immediately checked his attribute panel. Host: Lu Changsheng Brain Domain: 94 li Comprehension: 7,760 (Praised in All Directions) Mind Sword Mantra Formula: 67% progress (Jade Mind Sword) His brain domain had expanded to ninety-four li. This was a tremendous enhancement! "Now, I should be fully worthy of the top spot on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, shouldn't I?" A faint smile appeared at the corners of Lu Changsheng's lips. When he was first ranked first, many had voiced doubts because his brain domain had not yet reached ninety li. Without ninety li, one did not even qualify for the list; his inclusion had been an exceptional anomaly. Now, Lu Changsheng was truly worthy of being number one! "However, I am still six li short..." Expanding the brain domain by six li was not difficult. He could either spend time comprehending domains or search for curiosities. Lu Changsheng leaned toward finding curiosities. Yet such items were hard to come by; months or even years could pass without a single lead. Finding them depended entirely on luck. "Hm? This is... a message left by Hall Master Zhong Yu of the Hall of Law Enforcement?" Lu Changsheng sensed the array around his cave dwelling and discovered it had been accessed. Someone had left a message inside—none other than Hall Master Zhong Yu, an esteemed Dao Foundation expert! Lu Changsheng held a favorable impression of Zhong Yu, who had helped him several times. "Let's head to the Hall of Law Enforcement to see what this is about." Lu Changsheng rose, left his cave dwelling, and made his way to the Hall of Law Enforcement. The moment he arrived, he sensed a change. Whoosh! Countless gazes instantly converged upon him, filled with astonishment, eagerness, and curiosity. Lu Changsheng frowned slightly. Having spent twenty-three days in seclusion, he knew nothing of outside developments, nor had he cast out his Perception Domain to monitor the sect. 'Has the news from Gathering Spirit Mountain reached the sect?' Lu Changsheng wondered. He knew well the commotion that would ensue once word of the battle spread. These disciples and elders were looking at him with fervor and excitement. "That must be Lu Changsheng! The young truly are formidable!" "Suppressing the immortal path, hahaha, what glory for our sect!" "Though merely in the Divine Treasury realm, he suppressed hundreds of Immortal Masters and earned glowing praise from Immortal Master Lingmiao. Lu Changsheng can truly be called the foremost martial artist in the Ancient Region!" "I wonder if the recent rumor is true. Will Lu Changsheng and Yu Feixiao truly fight?" "Where there is smoke, there is fire. It is likely true." "Hahaha, we missed the glorious spectacle of Lu Changsheng crushing hundreds of Immortal Masters at Gathering Spirit Mountain. But now we might witness him defeating Yu Feixiao to become the undisputed champion of both lists!" "In a sense, if Lu Changsheng takes first place across both lists and suppresses the top genius of the immortal path, our martial path will have gained the upper hand! What a blessing for martial arts!" Overhearing the discussions of the disciples and elders, Lu Changsheng felt puzzled. He had guessed that news of Gathering Spirit Mountain had caused a stir. But this talk of being number one across both lists, and a duel with Yu Feixiao? Everyone seemed certain of it, yet he himself was completely in the dark. "Lu Changsheng, enter the inner hall." A familiar voice sounded in his ears. Lu Changsheng recognized it as Hall Master Zhong Yu's voice. He stepped into the inner hall. The inner hall was far quieter than the outer hall, accessible only to elders of the Hall of Law Enforcement. Lu Changsheng immediately spotted Hall Master Zhong Yu seated cross-legged on a prayer mat. "Disciple Lu Changsheng greets the Hall Master!" Lu Changsheng bowed respectfully. Zhong Yu opened his eyes, a genial smile appearing on his face. "Lu Changsheng, you have finally emerged from seclusion. Come, sit down first." Lu Changsheng sat on a prayer mat. Zhong Yu appeared to be in high spirits. He scrutinized Lu Changsheng from head to toe before asking, "I heard you went to Gathering Spirit Mountain. Could you tell me what happened?" Lu Changsheng nodded and recounted the events at Gathering Spirit Mountain in detail. "Slaying Luohe, defeating Lingmiao... and securing a large harvest of Spirit Channeling Flowers. "Good, it seems the rumors are true. "You entered seclusion to consume the flowers, didn't you? How large has your brain domain expanded?" Zhong Yu asked, fixing his gaze on Lu Changsheng. "Well... ninety-four li!" Lu Changsheng hesitated briefly before speaking truthfully. "How much?" "Ninety-four li?!" Zhong Yu froze slightly. Ninety-four li! How long had it been since Lu Changsheng advanced to the Divine Treasury realm? Merely a few months! Less than a year had passed, and his brain domain had already expanded to ninety-four li? Once a brain domain reached a hundred li, a cultivator could attempt to establish their Dao Foundation. Such cultivating speed was staggering to anyone! Still, Zhong Yu was a peak Dao Foundation powerhouse and the Hall Master of Law Enforcement, a core figure of the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect. His astonishment faded, and his expression returned to normal, though a lingering look of wonder remained in his eyes. "Lu Changsheng, with your brain domain at ninety-four li, you might soon reach a hundred li on your own. "Listen to what I have to say next. "I am not the one who sought you out; rather, Feiyan Tower asked to contact you. Feiyan Tower is the entity that compiles the Dao Foundation Candidate List and the Foundation Establishment Candidate List. They are neither a sect nor an aristocratic family, nor are they purely aligned with the martial or immortal paths. In short, Feiyan Tower is complex, considered a roughly neutral faction. "Feiyan Tower wishes to expand its influence and recently devised a plan to merge both lists. They require you and Yu Feixiao to fight face-to-face to determine who is the true number one across both lists. "Yu Feixiao has already agreed. As for whether you accept, consider Feiyan Tower's offer first. "As for the curiosity to expand the brain domain, they offer Spirit Jade Marrow—one jin roughly expands the brain domain by one li. Additionally, there are three sticks of Spirit Candle Incense, which subtly and rapidly enhance one's mental energy. "Both Spirit Jade Marrow and Spirit Candle Incense are priceless treasures that cannot be sought at will. Even our Ancient Region Heavenly Sect currently lacks both." Zhong Yu finished speaking and quietly awaited Lu Changsheng's decision. Feiyan Tower had been unable to reach Lu Changsheng while he was in seclusion, so they had approached Zhong Yu, who was willing to act as an intermediary. Clearly, Zhong Yu maintained good relations with Feiyan Tower. Lu Changsheng weighed the offer carefully. Such a duel carried little danger. In the public eye, Feiyan Tower would ensure the safety of both combatants, stationing experts to prevent any mishaps in this highly anticipated battle. Moreover, Feiyan Tower truly understood Lu Changsheng's needs, catering precisely to him. Spirit Jade Marrow expanded the brain domain, something every Divine Treasury cultivator required. Then there was the Spirit Candle Incense to augment mental energy. This was intriguing. While mental energy was useful to martial artists, it was not strictly vital. Why would Feiyan Tower include it? Lu Changsheng pondered briefly and realized the reason. The Mind Sword! His Mind Sword was a mental secret method. Any mental secret method depended on the cultivator's own mental energy; the stronger the mental energy, the mightier the secret method. Feiyan Tower evidently knew of his mental secret method, offering the three sticks of incense specifically for that purpose. Lu Changsheng made up his mind. "I only need six jin of Spirit Jade Marrow, enough to expand my brain domain to a hundred li. Any more is useless to me. "However, three sticks of Spirit Candle Incense are far too few. I want ten sticks. "Hall Master, you may convey my terms to Feiyan Tower. If they agree, I will fight Yu Feixiao!" Lu Changsheng altered the terms. Excess Spirit Jade Marrow would serve no purpose, but the Spirit Candle Incense was crucial. Although his Mind Sword Mantra Formula steadily improved while nurtured in his brain domain, progress was still too slow. He wanted to accelerate it, and augmenting his mental energy was an effective way to do so. "Very well, I will send a message to Feiyan Tower to see what they think." Zhong Yu indeed possessed a direct communication channel with Feiyan Tower. Time ticked by as Lu Changsheng and Zhong Yu waited in the inner hall. Buzz. The transmission stone vibrated softly. Zhong Yu swiftly checked its contents. "Excellent! Lu Changsheng, Feiyan Tower agreed to your conditions. Six jin of Spirit Jade Marrow and ten sticks of Spirit Candle Incense will be delivered shortly," Zhong Yu said with a smile. Lu Changsheng smiled as well. He had been wondering where to find curiosities to expand his brain domain, only for Feiyan Tower to deliver them to his doorstep. "Since Feiyan Tower is so sincere, what reason do I have to refuse? "Please inform Feiyan Tower that I agree to fight Yu Feixiao. The time and venue may be arranged by Feiyan Tower, but only after the Spirit Jade Marrow and Spirit Candle Incense have been delivered." With that, Lu Changsheng took his leave and returned to his cave dwelling. *** Lu Changsheng waited quietly in his cave dwelling. Feiyan Tower proved highly efficient. Just three days later, six jin of Spirit Jade Marrow and ten sticks of Spirit Candle Incense were delivered into his hands. "Let's test the Spirit Candle Incense first." Lu Changsheng lit a stick. It was specially crafted incense that released an exotic fragrance upon burning. The scent blanketed the entire cave dwelling, lingering without dissipating. Within this fragrance, Lu Changsheng felt his mental energy grow. Though not an explosive surge, the incense lasted for an extended period, steadily nourishing his mind. In the end, the increase would be substantial. Moreover, with his growing mental energy, Lu Changsheng distinctly noticed the Jade Mind Sword within his brain domain advancing at an accelerated pace. After a day, he made a rough estimate of the Mind Sword's progress. 'The Spirit Candle Incense is truly miraculous.' One stick burned for approximately four days, meaning ten sticks would last forty days. Based on his current pace, the Mind Sword Mantra Formula would normally advance only 3% in a month. Now, the rate had increased tenfold, allowing for an estimated 30% progress over a month. 'If it advances 30% in a month, won't the formula reach 100% and undergo a transformation after forty days?' Lu Changsheng was startled. A transformation of the Mind Sword! He had long known that the Jade Mind Sword was not the final stage; it could still evolve. What form would it take after transforming? Currently, the Jade Mind Sword could already rattle the minds of Divine Treasury cultivators and Immortal Masters. However, those who were prepared or possessed resolute willpower were not heavily affected. What about after it transformed? When unleashed, its power would surely be earth-shattering. It would no longer merely shake ordinary Divine Treasury cultivators and Immortal Masters—it might even rattle the minds of Dao Foundation or Foundation Establishment experts! Of course, Lu Changsheng was uncertain of the mental strength of Dao Foundation or Foundation Establishment experts, but he was delighted at the prospect of the Mind Sword transforming once more. 'Next is the Spirit Jade Marrow, the key to my cultivation...' Lu Changsheng turned his attention to the Spirit Jade Marrow. With the incense lit, he only needed to remain in the cave dwelling without giving it further thought. The marrow, however, required active refinement to expand his brain domain. He retrieved one jin of Spirit Jade Marrow and began refining it. The process was not difficult. A cool sensation enveloped his mind, followed by a slight tremor in his brain domain. Then, the brain domain began to expand. At ninety-four li, the expansion was slow, yet it steadily progressed. It took roughly a day to fully refine one jin of Spirit Jade Marrow. "It worked—ninety-five li!" "One step closer to a hundred li!" Lu Changsheng was very pleased. One jin of Spirit Jade Marrow indeed expanded the domain by one li. He continued refining the marrow. One day, two days, three days... As time passed, Lu Changsheng's brain domain broadened steadily: ninety-five li, ninety-six li, ninety-seven li, ninety-eight li, ninety-nine li... Boom! After six days, a resounding rumble echoed within his mind as his brain domain shook violently. A hundred li! At this moment, Lu Changsheng's brain domain had finally expanded to a hundred li! "A hundred li brain domain... it is finally complete!" Lu Changsheng opened his eyes and sensed his brain domain. A hundred li brain domain was the lifelong pursuit of countless Divine Treasury martial artists, a realm dreamed of but unattainable for so many. Once the brain domain reached a hundred li, one could attempt to establish a Dao Foundation. Of course, Lu Changsheng still needed to refine Boundary Suppressing Stones. He required three more to stabilize his brain domain. Only with a stabilized brain domain would his chances of establishing a Dao Foundation be maximized. After all, fusing a Boundary Transforming Stone to transform the brain domain into a brain world was no simple feat, not to mention the looming Tribulation of the Mind. 'I can go to the Exchange Hall to apply for the final three Boundary Suppressing Stones.' 'I might as well apply for the Boundary Transforming Stone at the same time. However, I cannot attempt the transformation yet, as I still have to fight Yu Feixiao and must not advance to the Dao Foundation beforehand.' Lu Changsheng thought of Yu Feixiao. He had gathered information on his opponent and was not going in blind. Since he had agreed to the battle, he naturally needed to understand his adversary. Yu Feixiao was an exceptional prodigy endowed with terrifying talent. With his aptitude, he could likely attempt Foundation Establishment at any time. Feiyan Tower had surely promised him generous rewards as well. Given the current circumstances, however, Yu Feixiao would probably wait and refrain from attempting breakthrough just yet. Lu Changsheng stood up, left his cave dwelling, and headed toward the Exchange Hall. Inside the Exchange Hall, numerous disciples bustled about, exchanging for various resources. Most were exchanging for Dao Comprehension Pills. Lu Changsheng felt deeply indebted to those pills. Without them, he could never have expanded his brain domain to a hundred li in less than a year, nor could he have manifested so many domains in such a short time. Lu Changsheng walked straight up to the elder on duty. "Elder, this disciple would like to apply for three Boundary Suppressing Stones and one Boundary Transforming Stone," Lu Changsheng stated directly. "Hm?" "Three Boundary Suppressing Stones are fine, but applying for a Boundary Transforming Stone requires a brain domain of a hundred li." "Lu Changsheng, has your brain domain reached a hundred li?" The elder clearly recognized Lu Changsheng. After all, his fame was currently at its zenith, renowned throughout the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect. "What? Senior Brother Lu is applying for a Boundary Transforming Stone?" "Could Senior Brother Lu's brain domain have reached a hundred li?" "Th-that's impossible, isn't it? Senior Brother Lu's combat strength is astonishing, but a hundred li brain domain requires comprehending a hundred domains, or who knows how many curiosities!" "Senior Brother Lu advanced to the Divine Treasury realm less than a year ago. In such a short time, how could his brain domain reach a hundred li?" Many disciples nearby were equally shocked. From the moment Lu Changsheng stepped into the Exchange Hall, countless eyes had been tracking his every move. Without wasting words, Lu Changsheng said calmly, "Elder, please see for yourself." Boom! Lu Changsheng stood quietly where he was, yet above his head, a colossal brain domain suddenly manifested! Though still illusory and shrouded in mist, obscuring its interior, it radiated a terrifying presence. And its span— A hundred li! It truly was a hundred li brain domain!