The Choice on the Path to Heavenly Saint! Deducing Again with Super Comprehension!

People bustled back and forth across the Jidao Sacred Ground in a lively display. Yet Lu Changsheng was filled with confusion. He had heard that the requirements for entering the Jidao Sacred Ground were exceptionally strict. In the Dao Transformation Battlefield, they had recruited only him. By all reason, the sacred ground's disciples ought to be scarce. What Lu Changsheng saw before his eyes, however, was entirely different. Rather than being scarce, there were far too many disciples. Everywhere he looked, disciples of the sacred ground walked the grounds. "Senior Mo, why are there so many disciples in the Jidao Sacred Ground?" Lu Changsheng finally could not resist asking. Mo Kong smiled faintly. "Disciples of the Jidao Sacred Ground are divided into two categories. The first consists of outer disciples, who can advance to inner disciples upon reaching Heavenly Saint. "The second category consists of those who are directly made true disciples. "Lu Changsheng, you possess extraordinary talent and became the Master of Ten Thousand Daos, so you qualify directly as a true disciple. But what about those with connections or those whose talent is less remarkable, yet still desperately want to join the Jidao Sacred Ground? They enter the outer sect. Through various efforts, a tiny fraction of them eventually advance to Heavenly Saint and become inner disciples. "Even as inner disciples, however, their status cannot compare to that of true disciples. True disciples do not need to take on missions and enjoy access to all manner of resources. Outer disciples and even inner disciples must constantly scramble for resources, taking on sect missions to earn contribution points, which they exchange for techniques, resources, treasures, and the like. "Naturally, whether one is an inner disciple or a true disciple, once someone becomes a Martial Dao Sovereign, they become a Sovereign Elder of the Jidao Sacred Ground, holding an exalted status with no distinction between inner or true. "However, disciples who climb from the outer sect to the inner sect almost never reach Martial Dao Sovereign. In the history of the Jidao Sacred Ground, only three Martial Dao Sovereigns ever rose through the outer and inner sects. "And what about true disciples? The number who became Martial Dao Sovereigns is far greater—surpassing one hundred." Realization dawned upon Lu Changsheng. *So that's how it is.* True disciples were those specifically scouted for their talent. Almost every true disciple was a Master of a Thousand Daos, and ordinary Masters of a Thousand Daos were not even guaranteed selection. Once made a true disciple, one remained one essentially for life. Until their lifespan reached its limit, no one could rule out the possibility of a true disciple advancing to Martial Dao Sovereign. They did not even have to perform missions; they could simply rest on their laurels and enjoy resources. In a sense, the Jidao Sacred Ground was sustained by the countless outer and inner disciples. Even so, countless cultivators flocked to the sacred ground, vying fiercely for a spot. "Let's go. Ahead lies the sacred ground's Deacons' Hall. We'll finalize your true disciple paperwork inside." "Actually, I am a true disciple as well. Don't call me senior anymore; calling me Senior Brother will do." Mo Kong remained genial toward Lu Changsheng. "Greetings, Senior Brother Mo," Lu Changsheng promptly changed his address. "Hahaha, good! Our Jidao Sacred Ground gains another true disciple today. This is a momentous occasion for the entire sect!" With that, the two walked straight into the Deacons' Hall. Inside the hall were many disciples, but most were outer disciples—Earth Saints. As for those below Earth Saint? They did not even possess the qualifications to become outer disciples. This was only natural. Everywhere Lu Changsheng looked in the Jidao Sacred Ground, Earth Saints were walking around in droves. Even Heavenly Saints were not rare. After all, this was the Jidao Sacred Ground, where the cultivators of the entire Immortal Martial World converged. Just as everyone around a student at a top academy would naturally be an academic prodigy, Earth Saints were utterly unremarkable here. Even Heavenly Saints were not considered extraordinary. True disciples, however, were an entirely different matter. As Mo Kong walked through the Deacons' Hall, every disciple he crossed paths with—whether an outer disciple or a fellow Heavenly Saint from the inner sect—bowed with deep deference. Such was the status of a true disciple within the sacred ground. A true disciple ranked second only to the Sovereign Elders, standing above outer disciples, inner disciples, and deacon elders alike. After all, deacon elders were merely inner disciples whose time had expired and who, unwilling to leave the Jidao Sacred Ground, chose to serve as deacons. Lu Changsheng came to understand that the entire Jidao Sacred Ground revolved around a single focal point: true disciples. Everything served them, all in the hope of birthing another Martial Dao Sovereign. What determined the strength of the various sacred grounds across the Immortal Martial World? In truth, it was Martial Dao Sovereigns. As for Martial Ancestors? Currently, only the three supreme martial sacred grounds had Martial Ancestors presiding over them. Such figures could never be groomed by deliberate training; they depended entirely on destiny and serendipity. "It's True Disciple Mo Kong. What brings him to the Deacons' Hall?" "And he's brought an Earth Saint cultivator with him. Could he be recommending him for the outer sect?" "It's possible. True Disciple Mo Kong has cultivated for over thirty thousand years. Though hope remains of becoming a Martial Dao Sovereign, it's exceedingly difficult. Shifting his focus to nurturing a descendant would be normal." "No, I heard True Disciple Mo Kong went to the Earth Saint Dao Field to oversee the Dao Transformation Battlefield." "Overseeing the Dao Transformation Battlefield? That's where they recruit true disciples! Could it be..." Many seemed to realize something, their gazes instantly darting toward Lu Changsheng. *A true disciple!* Could this Earth Saint brought by True Disciple Mo Kong be a true disciple? That was earth-shattering news. How long had it been since a new true disciple appeared in the Jidao Sacred Ground? A thousand years? Three thousand years? At the very least, several millennia had passed without a new one. The Jidao Sacred Ground maintained exceedingly strict standards for true disciples, preferring to go without rather than settle for less. The longest gap in history had stretched over thirteen thousand years before a new true disciple was recruited. In comparison, a few thousand years was nothing. Even so, the outer and inner disciples were intensely curious. What extraordinary merit did Lu Changsheng possess to catch True Disciple Mo Kong's eye and earn a recommendation to become a true disciple? Indeed, Mo Kong could only recommend him. However, as the Heavenly Saint dispatched by the Jidao Sacred Ground to the Dao Transformation Battlefield, his recommendation would almost certainly be approved. Lu Changsheng was naturally aware of the murmurs around him, but he paid them no mind. He had long grown accustomed to being the center of attention wherever he went. Even in the renowned Jidao Sacred Ground, he was bound to remain the focus. Upon seeing Mo Kong, several deacon elders rose hurriedly. "True Disciple Mo Kong, did your trip to recruit cultivators from the Dao Transformation Battlefield truly yield a harvest?" In truth, they had noticed Lu Changsheng the moment he walked in. "Indeed. A pinnacle genius I snatched from the Dao Transformation Battlefield: Lu Changsheng. Process his paperwork for true disciple status," Mo Kong said directly. *Boom.* As Mo Kong's words fell, the entire Deacons' Hall fell dead silent, though the minds of countless disciples and deacon elders roared with shock. Countless gazes snapped onto Lu Changsheng. *A true disciple! Lu Changsheng really is a true disciple!* "A true disciple..." Even the deacon elders' eyes narrowed slightly, their gazes lingering on Lu Changsheng. "What, is there a problem?" Mo Kong said coldly. "Of course not! We are merely marveling that our Jidao Sacred Ground has gained another true disciple. We will process it immediately..." With that, the deacon elders began registering him. As for an investigation or verification, that would follow, but certainly not right now. Moreover, whoever recommended a candidate bore full responsibility, a fact Mo Kong undoubtedly understood well. No one dared recommend someone lightly. Yet Mo Kong had nothing to fear. He had handpicked this genius from the Dao Transformation Battlefield. Furthermore, by every metric, Lu Changsheng qualified to become a true disciple of the Jidao Sacred Ground. If Jidao did not take him, Gufu Sacred Ground and Wanfa Sacred Ground had been watching like hungry tigers. Lu Changsheng remained silent throughout, cooperating with the deacon elders as they registered him. Before long, the process was complete, and he received his true disciple identity token. With it, he could freely enter and leave the Jidao Sacred Ground. "Congratulations, Junior Brother Lu." "Thank you for your trouble, Senior Brother Mo." Lu Changsheng and Mo Kong exchanged a smile. Now, Lu Changsheng was a genuine true disciple. "Come, I'll take you to choose an immortal cave. As a true disciple, you may pick any unclaimed cave abode you wish. However, most true disciples reside in the northern city. You'd best choose somewhere there—it is peaceful and free from disturbance." Lu Changsheng nodded and selected a cave abode in the northern city. In truth, the cave abodes were largely identical. Mo Kong accompanied him inside. Unable to suppress his curiosity, Lu Changsheng asked, "Senior Brother Mo, just how many outer disciples, inner disciples, and true disciples are there in the Jidao Sacred Ground?" He had seen far too many disciples along the way. Mo Kong frowned slightly. "Outer disciples... there are far too many for me to know the precise figure, but there should be over a million. As for inner disciples, there are likely over ten thousand. How many true disciples there are, however, I do know. Counting you, there are currently one hundred and thirty-eight true disciples in the Jidao Sacred Ground!" Lu Changsheng's eyes narrowed. "One hundred and thirty-eight true disciples?" He was taken aback; it was far outside his expectations. After all, a million outer disciples was a staggering sum, and every single one was at least an Earth Saint. That meant the Jidao Sacred Ground held a million Earth Saints—a truly eye-opening revelation. And inner disciples, all of whom were Heavenly Saints, numbered over ten thousand. What a terrifying number that was! Yet comparatively, that worked out to roughly one in a hundred outer disciples advancing to Heavenly Saint and joining the inner sect. One percent was actually a rather high proportion; in other parts of the Immortal Martial World, the ratio would be far lower. Consider Saint Star City: it certainly had more than ten thousand Earth Saints, yet its Heavenly Saints could be counted on one's fingers. As for true disciples, they were far fewer—a mere hundred-plus. Yet each of those hundred-plus was a seed for a Martial Dao Sovereign, each harboring the hope of attaining that pinnacle. "Well, you've chosen your cave abode. You can take your time getting to know the Jidao Sacred Ground from here on out. If there is anything you do not understand, feel free to visit my cave abode." With that, Mo Kong departed, leaving Lu Changsheng alone inside. *Martial Dao Sovereign is still quite distant for me. The urgent priority is to become a Heavenly Saint first. And almost all true disciples of the Jidao Sacred Ground are Heavenly Saints...* Though in an unfamiliar environment, Lu Changsheng remained calm and clear-headed. There had to be a reason Mo Kong had told him never to advance to Heavenly Saint before entering the Jidao Sacred Ground. As for the exact reason, Mo Kong had not explained earlier, likely intending for Lu Changsheng to familiarize himself with the environment first and examine the conditions surrounding the breakthrough. When the time came, he would understand on his own. *Advancing to Heavenly Saint... that definitely requires a method. I should go check the Library of the Jidao Sacred Ground.* Having made up his mind, Lu Changsheng did not rush, waiting until the next day before heading to the Library. Before long, he arrived. Inside the Library were many disciples. Both outer and inner disciples appeared to require contribution points to enter, making a single visit a rare and costly occasion that caused many of them visible heartache. For instance, Lu Changsheng noticed an outer disciple—a pinnacle Earth Saint—wearing an expression of deep agony. "*Sigh*, ten thousand contribution points... It took me ten whole years of accumulation to scrape together thirty thousand, and now I can only exchange it for a medium Heavenly Saint structuring method." "Senior Brother Liu, being able to spend thirty thousand points on a medium Heavenly Saint structuring method already makes you far luckier than most outer disciples. While a good structuring method doesn't increase your odds of advancing to Heavenly Saint, using it as a foundation lets you temper your body far better afterward, adding that sliver of hope toward achieving Martial Dao Sovereign." "Achieving Martial Dao Sovereign? That is nothing but a pipe dream. In all the history of the Jidao Sacred Ground, only three inner disciples have ever become Sovereigns. I've studied the lives of all three—every one of them possessed immense fortune. Lacking even a fraction of it, none would have succeeded." Though his tone sounded hopeless, a trace of reluctance still lingered in the Earth Saint's gaze. He was simply unwilling to surrender. Giving up was out of the question; he still wanted to cling to that sliver of hope. Thus, spending an extra ten years solely to exchange for a medium Heavenly Saint structuring method was worth it! *Heavenly Saint structuring method?* Lu Changsheng grew puzzled upon hearing this. In Saint Star City, he had never heard of any structuring method. Even Ancestor Chen had never brought it up. Advancing to Heavenly Saint was merely about condensing the martial daos into form and refining them into the body. Why would anyone need a structuring method? Stepping forward, Lu Changsheng asked directly, "Senior Brother, I just heard you mention a Heavenly Saint structuring method. Might I ask what that is?" "You don't know? Did you just join the outer sect?" The man glanced at Lu Changsheng, his face full of bewilderment. Lu Changsheng was not wearing the robes of a true disciple, so the man had no idea who he was. "A Heavenly Saint structuring method isn't something that can be explained in a few words. But if you go to the second shelf of the third bookcase on the left side of the Library, that section is entirely dedicated to the cultivation insights of Heavenly Saint seniors. They explain structuring methods in detail, and it only costs a hundred contribution points to read. Perusing any of them will give you a clear understanding of the steps from Earth Saint to Heavenly Saint." Lu Changsheng nodded. To read the books, he first had to verify his identity with the Library staff. He walked over and presented his identity token. "Hmm? This is... a true disciple!" The deacon elders managing the Library instantly straightened with solemnity upon seeing the token. *A true disciple!* Though there were over a hundred true disciples in the Jidao Sacred Ground, encountering one was extraordinarily rare. The sacred ground was vast, and most true disciples were already Heavenly Saints who had long obtained whatever techniques they required, rarely setting foot in the Library. No one expected a true disciple to arrive today. The sight drew the attention of not only the deacon elders but the surrounding disciples as well. "I don't recognize this Senior Brother. Which true disciple is he?" "I haven't seen him either. True disciples rarely visit the Library." "Wait, could he be the newly arrived true disciple? I heard our sacred ground gained a new one, brought in from the Dao Transformation Battlefield." "Right, I believe his name is Lu Changsheng..." "Could it be him?" In an instant, many guessed Lu Changsheng's identity. A true disciple was rare enough, yet here one was in the Library, seemingly unaware of what a Heavenly Saint structuring method even was. Lu Changsheng ignored the chatter, simply looking at the deacon elder. Handing the identity token back with deep deference, the elder said respectfully, "True Disciple Lu, you may peruse any book in the Library at will, free of any contribution points. The only condition is that books cannot be taken outside, and techniques of the Jidao Sacred Ground may not be taught privately; otherwise, the Disciplinary Hall will levy punishment." Lu Changsheng nodded. He was naturally familiar with such rules. Yet being allowed to read every book in the Library at will... was remarkably generous. Just moments ago, he had heard that someone spent ten years saving up just to exchange for a single medium structuring method, whereas he could read whatever he liked. The disparity was immense. Still, this was the exalted status of a true disciple. In the Jidao Sacred Ground, virtually everything served them; naturally, no obstacles would be placed before them in the Library. Lu Changsheng walked inside. Following the outer disciple's advice, he first consulted the cultivation insights of various Heavenly Saint experts. Sure enough, their notes expounded upon the Heavenly Saint structuring methods. *"To advance to Heavenly Saint, a structuring method is not strictly required. But if one wishes to go further among Heavenly Saints and harbor hope of reaching Martial Dao Sovereign in the future, a structuring method is indispensable. "In essence, a Heavenly Saint structuring method is the arrangement and combination of one's own martial daos. Ordinary Earth Saints who fluke their way to Heavenly Saint with only one, two, or three martial daos naturally have no need for a structuring method for so few daos. But for a Master of a Hundred Daos, a Master of a Thousand Daos, and the like, a structuring method is essential. "By arranging and fusing martial daos in specific configurations, one can emphasize certain aspects of their martial dao. For example, grouping saber daos together, sword daos together, or deliberately juxtaposing water and fire to create conflict that benefits certain daos..."* Lu Changsheng became thoroughly absorbed in the Library, immersed in the pages. This concept opened an entirely new door for him, granting him a glimpse into a whole new world! Indeed, there were many ways to utilize a structuring method. Many of them were practical frameworks developed by cultivators through trial and error as they broke through from Earth Saint to Heavenly Saint. The specific results had been passed down and preserved in the Library—invaluable experience! After all, rearranging and structuring one's martial daos was only possible before reaching Heavenly Saint. Once the breakthrough occurred and the martial daos fused entirely into one, it would be too late. Thus, one virtually had only a single chance; it could not be done haphazardly. These structuring methods were of immense value. Absorbed in the concept, Lu Changsheng took action immediately, examining the methods one by one. From ordinary to medium, from high to top-tier, he spent an entire month holed up in the Library, voraciously reading through over a thousand structuring methods. "Over a thousand structuring methods," Lu Changsheng exhaled a long breath. Countless methods flickered across his mind. Yet upon careful sorting, he discovered a problem. At most, these methods were designed for Masters of a Thousand Daos—accommodating one thousand, two thousand, or three thousand martial daos at best. But Lu Changsheng was a Master of Ten Thousand Daos, possessing over ten thousand martial daos. In the entire history of the Jidao Sacred Ground, there had never been a Master of Ten Thousand Daos. Naturally, there was no structuring method suited for one. *Does that mean I can only choose from the methods for Masters of a Thousand Daos? Try to pick the one that fits me best?* Lu Changsheng frowned deeply. A structuring method was of paramount importance. Even the supreme methods could not guarantee one would become a Martial Dao Sovereign. How could he possibly settle for an ill-fitting one? If he compromised and chose an unsuitable method, it would inevitably hinder his future advancement to Martial Dao Sovereign, perhaps severely. Lu Changsheng now understood that to become a Martial Dao Sovereign—to attain the Singular True Self and fuse everything into one—the greatest obstacle was the physical body. Raising the body to match the level of a Heavenly Saint was unimaginably difficult. Even with the Flesh Martial Dao, it was extraordinarily arduous. His Flesh Martial Dao had already reached its limit at the Earth Saint level; pushing it to the Heavenly Saint level was not something achieved in a day or two. It might take decades, centuries, or millennia without success. Lu Changsheng dared not gamble on elevating his Flesh Martial Dao to the Heavenly Saint level on its own. But if he could find a suitable structuring method to feed his ten thousand martial daos back into his physical body, coupled with the advantage of already having an Earth Saint-level physique, his chances of becoming a Martial Dao Sovereign would increase substantially. By comparison, Lu Changsheng felt that finding a suitable structuring method was slightly more feasible. *Other structuring methods were explored and developed by Heavenly Saints or Earth Saints of the past. If they could figure them out, so can I. It merely requires verification. With my super comprehension, I can reduce errors to the bare minimum, continuously constructing a Heavenly Saint structuring method tailored specifically for a Master of Ten Thousand Daos!* A thought stirred in Lu Changsheng's heart. His super comprehension could finally play its part here. He had always known what allowed him to grow to this point: his comprehension! Though his comprehension grew daily thanks to his avatars, the rate was modest. Even now, he was still some distance from the ten-million mark. *Host: Lu Changsheng* *Comprehension: 7,848,000 (Natural Sage)* *Infinite Martial Dao: Master of Ten Thousand Daos* *Flesh Martial Dao: septenary growth* Lu Changsheng called up his attribute panel to check his status. Indeed, his current comprehension had not even reached eight million, still more than two million shy of the ten-million milestone. Nevertheless, over seven million was already terrifyingly high. Lu Changsheng believed that deducing a structuring method suited for a Master of Ten Thousand Daos should pose no problem. It was merely a matter of spending time, and time was something he did not lack. Moreover, he had references. The thousand-plus structuring methods in the Jidao Sacred Ground would serve as the finest fuel for his deduction, more than sufficient to help him forge a new one. Still, this was a momentous decision. After some thought, Lu Changsheng decided to pay Mo Kong a visit to hear his advice. Leaving the Library, he headed straight for Mo Kong's cave abode. Mo Kong quickly welcomed him inside. However, there was a woman present. "This is...?" Lu Changsheng asked. "Junior Brother Lu, this is my Dao companion, Jialan Hua." "Dao companion?" Lu Changsheng bowed politely. "Greetings, Senior Sister Jialan." He truly had not expected Mo Kong to have a Dao companion. Given the title of Senior Sister, she was almost certainly a true disciple of the Jidao Sacred Ground as well. "So this is Junior Brother Lu Changsheng? Mo Kong speaks of you often, saying you are the most talented person he has ever seen and that you have a high chance of taking that further step to become a Martial Dao Sovereign!" Jialan sized Lu Changsheng up. "Senior Brother Mo flatters me." After exchanging pleasantries, they got down to business. Lu Changsheng briefly explained his intention to deduce a brand-new Heavenly Saint structuring method. Instantly, Mo Kong and Jialan exchanged a glance, their expressions turning exceedingly grave. "Junior Brother Lu, are you certain you wish to deduce a structuring method for a Master of Ten Thousand Daos? You must understand that the methods collected by our Jidao Sacred Ground have all been proven effective. Even if one isn't perfectly suited to you, it is completely safe; practicing it step-by-step will yield no complications. But if you deduce a brand-new method and make a mistake, there will be no way to change it once you step into the Heavenly Saint realm..." Mo Kong's expression was dead serious. This was no trivial matter; it was of paramount importance, concerning the very foundation of his path. Lu Changsheng nodded. "I will ensure as best I can that no mistakes occur." With his comprehension, accounting for every factor and contingency was not particularly difficult. But Mo Kong and Jialan did not know that; they merely felt Lu Changsheng was taking an immense risk. He was already the Master of Ten Thousand Daos, with a physical body rivaling an Earth Saint. Such a starting point surpassed ninety-nine percent of people; not a single true disciple in the Jidao Sacred Ground possessed a higher baseline than him. Yet even so, Lu Changsheng refused to abandon any opportunity to consolidate his martial foundation. Perhaps only someone like this could ultimately reach the peak and become a Martial Dao Sovereign. "Junior Brother Lu, you came to ask for our advice. In theory, deducing a structuring method is fine. Furthermore, the Jidao Sacred Ground truly possesses no method suited for a Master of Ten Thousand Daos, so it is entirely reasonable for you to deduce your own. But with an untested method, you must be exceedingly prudent. Do not fear spending time—ten years, a hundred years, or even a millennium would be well worth it. You must proceed with the utmost caution!" Mo Kong urged solemnly. "I understand. Thank you for your guidance, Senior Brother Mo, Senior Sister Jialan. I shall take my leave!" Lu Changsheng rose and walked straight out of the cave abode. Watching the direction of Lu Changsheng's departure, Jialan could not help but sigh. "No wonder you favored this Lu Changsheng so highly and praised him without end. With talent and an attitude like his, he might truly become a Martial Dao Sovereign for our Jidao Sacred Ground!" Mo Kong remained silent. A Martial Dao Sovereign... he yearned for that as well. Had he possessed Lu Changsheng's unrelenting pursuit of perfection back then, he would not have squandered his years to this point, stripped of even half a shred of hope.