Chapter 66: One Thought Six Movements
Chapter 66: One Thought Six Movements
The cultivation world was exceedingly cruel.
But the cruelty of Two Realms Mountain was even worse!!
To further fortify defenses at Two Realms Mountain, those powerful beings who watched over it employed the law of “survival of the fittest”. They sifted through countless True Disciples from various sects, selecting fresh talents suited to this place to strengthen the Human Race defense line at Two Realms Mountain. As for those True Disciples who perished in battle, the ones once revered and envied in ordinary sects… who would remember them for long?
Lu Hangzhi’s heart soured intensely.
Human lives…
Were like ants.
He had deeply felt the harsh rules of this place when he first arrived in this world.
Yet, he was utterly unprepared for the brutal reality that even True Disciples, as respected as they were, held less value than ants here on Barbarian Continent’s Two Realms Mountain.
“Junior brother, what’s on your mind?”
Nangong Jun walked over and nudged his arm.
“A few more people just traded some Ninth-Grade Monster Cores for my Spirit Honey. Combined with the ten from the Venerable One, I have nineteen now. This is for you.”
Lu Hangzhi didn’t decline. Taking the Qiankun Pouch from his senior sister, he thought he could surely let her handle selling Spirit Honey openly for him in the future.
But…
The quantities couldn’t be too large!
And utmost caution was needed. Those Evil Cultivators with ill intent must never be trade partners.
After pondering for a while, Lu Hangzhi communicated solemnly through a private message:
“Senior sister, I gathered from Cheng Fei that we just need to hold this position for a month to qualify for entry into the Dual-Realm Mountains Market. Once that time comes, I’d like you to help me sell some Spirit Honey. Acquire some Ninth-Grade Monster Cores in exchange for it, at their price point. Get the things we need.”
“Agreed.”
Nangong Jun wordlessly agreed without pressing for the source of his Spirit Honey.
After discussing secretly for a moment, they decided to keep enough Spirit Honey for a month. The rest would be traded for Ninth-Grade Monster Cores. If nothing suitable was available, spirit stones were a good alternative too. After all, with the Honeycomb in hand, they could produce vast amounts of Spirit Honey endlessly.
Nangong Jun gradually felt reassured.
While she also preferred trading Spirit Honey resources like Ninth-Grade Monster Cores, her main concern had been running out someday. Lu Hangzhi’s earlier revelation was like a calming pill.
“Don’t worry, junior brother. I know what to do.”
Nangong Jun got up and left.
Lu Hangzhi then turned and walked towards the edge of the war zone.
Tong Zhan and Lei Qun, having observed Lu Hangzhi’s capabilities in the previous battle, saw him move and turned to follow without hesitation.
A newcomer with formidable defensive power and combat skills—and crucially, seemingly close to the newly prominent Nangong Jun—Lu Hangzhi’s status soared dramatically in their eyes. Their resolve to build ties with him grew firmer.
“Hangzhi, being this far from the Matrix Tower and Revered Qin at a time like this feels risky.”
As Lu Hangzhi moved closer to the war zone’s edge, distancing himself from the main group, Tong Zhan showed visible unease and finally spoke up.
Without turning his head, Lu Hangzhi smiled reassuringly.
“It’s alright. Just felt a breakthrough nearing during the last fight. Wanted to test myself on a few monsters. I’ll pull back if it gets dangerous.”
“Breakthroughs are crucial. I’ll watch your back,” Lei Qun declared without hesitation, not particularly fond of Tong Zhan.
“My thanks, Brother Lei.”
Lu Hangzhi nodded.
Lei Qun looked pleased. “My duty.”
Tong Zhan’s expression flickered, but he ultimately chose to follow.
Guarded by two Eighth-Grade Cultivators, Lu Hangzhi reached the border of Sector 112…
The neighboring sector was already a sea of flames. The surviving cultivators had all retreated into their Matrix Tower, barely holding on under the barrier expanded by their Venerable One against the bombardment of Monster Beast swarms.
Many Seventh Grade Saw-Toothed Swine Demons, unable to reach the Matrix Tower, were shoved towards the periphery. Sniffing the air, some turned their heads and spotted Lu Hangzhi’s trio. Jubilant, they immediately wheeled around and charged.
“Tch.”
“Bunch of stupid pigs.”
Covered in scorch marks and mostly injured, the clumsy herd charging over still looked absurd—like a mob of giant roasted pigs scampering on legs.
“Say a word if you need me to step in.”
Noticing several fierce Bull Demons mixed within the dozens of Saw-Toothed Swine Demons, Lei Qun’s brow furrowed as he warned.
Lu Hangzhi remained silent.
Shiiing!
Magical Artifacts shimmered. Five flying swords leaped from their sheaths almost simultaneously.
Tong Zhan and Lei Qun exchanged glances of sheer envy.
A matched set of Artifact Flying Swords—even in the Dual-Realm Mountains Market, such treasures were rare. Yet…
Controlling five at once was incredibly hard!
They hadn’t fully grasped it before, but observing intently now, they realized the terrifying extent of Lu Hangzhi’s strength.
One Thought Five Movements!
It was like five Cultivators striking together. The lethality was self-evident.
The Medium-Grade Artifacts raced forward, swift as Lightning. In an instant, they slipped through the gaps between the Saw-Toothed Swine Demons and unerringly targeted the distinctly visible Bull Demons hidden amidst the horde…
Lu Hangzhi focused completely.
His usual practice involved virtual opponents attacking or lifeless targets—nothing matched the intensity of today’s real battle. During the last fight, the cultivation bottleneck holding him back for months seemed to loosen. He sought to reinforce the sensation and preserve the feeling.
Compared to the past, controlling the flying swords today was clearer, like everything unfolded within his grasp. The five blades moved effortlessly, extensions of his will.
Among the Monster Beasts, the Bull Demons weren’t about to wait helplessly for death. They lowered their heads, intending to flick the flying swords away with their horns. But Lu Hangzhi’s flying swords struck from a vicious angle—upwards from below—before the Bull Demons could complete their movement. One thrust silenced each one mid-action.
After their strike, the swords retracted swiftly;
Then lashed out again.
In the blink of an eye, every Bull Demon in the horde was slain.
The pack of Saw-Toothed Swine Demons, thudding heavily onward, reached the border of Sector 112 in a thunderous, menacing tide.
Tong Zhan and Lei Qun both began weaving hand seals, readying their spells.
Right then.
The leading Saw-Toothed Swine Demons suddenly lurched, sinking over half a meter into the ground…
The two men froze.
Before them, a massive stretch of marsh had appeared. They gasped in shock:
When did that happen?!
He had cast a spell while controlling five flying swords?!
Horror flickered across their faces:
One Thought Six Movements?!
Lu Hangzhi…
Had Broken Through!!
The battle continued.
After being blocked by the Saw-Toothed Swine Demons in front, the other Monster Beasts behind also got stuck in the mud swamp, and their speed dropped greatly.
Lu Hangzhi smiled.
He did it!
One Thought Six Movements!
Clang!!
The sixth Flying Sword whistled out of its sheath!
The Flying Sword moved as fast as lightning.
Every time the six Flying Swords attacked, six Saw-Toothed Swine Demons would be killed.
In a short moment, eighteen Saw-Toothed Swine Demons were killed.
Half of the Monster Beast group was wiped out!
The remaining Saw-Toothed Swine Demons pulled their big fat legs out of the mud and jumped over their companions’ bodies to escape the swamp area…
Thump!
Thump!
Six Saw-Toothed Swine Demons that jumped out of the swamp were beheaded by Lu Hangzhi as soon as they landed. Their big pig heads rolled on the ground and were immediately stepped on and crushed like watermelons by the others jumping out.
“Amazing!”
Lei Qun’s face shone with excitement.
“Hangzhi will surely surpass Cheng Fei someday.”
Tong Zhan nodded hard:
“Six Flying Swords together are enough to threaten a Ninth Grade Demon Beast. Once he breaks through to Seventh Grade Cultivation, he alone can guard one area… No wonder Revered Qin brought him to Two Realms Mountain even though he hasn’t reached Sixth Rank Cultivation.”
For the first time ever, they agreed with each other.
“I wonder what Art Technique Hangzhi practices. His sword control is so amazing.”
“It must be a Superior-Grade Spell Technique.”
Lei Qun said with deep feeling:
“My sect also had a rare genius who practiced the Superior-Grade Art Technique called ‘Flame-Rebirth Kirin Art’. Although he only had Seventh Grade Cultivation, when the kirin turned into a dragon, four dragons held pearls in their mouths, and a giant dragon swallowed the sun. He easily defeated a Ninth Grade Cultivator. With five dragons creating hell, he could even threaten someone at the early Spirit Condensation Stage. The power was incredibly strong. Hangzhi’s future achievements are unimaginable!”
“But I heard many people practice Superior-Grade Spell Techniques, but very few succeed…” Tong Zhan looked at Lu Hangzhi’s back. In the time they spoke, dozens of Saw-Toothed Swine Demons were killed. He couldn’t help but gasp and swallowed the rest of his words.
“Of course!”
Lei Qun said like it was normal:
“I heard from Xuanxin Sect disciples that this set of Artifact Flying Swords has seven swords. It must be related to the Superior-Grade Spell Technique he practices! Seven Motions with One Thought is probably when his Art Technique reaches minor mastery… Hangzhi, is our guess right?”
They didn’t hide their conversation, and Lu Hangzhi heard everything. He turned around and nodded:
“Correct.”
“I have studied this Art Technique for several months. Once I reach Seven Motions with One Thought, I will achieve minor mastery and be able to use the first layer of the Sword Formation Art Technique.”
After a pause, Lu Hangzhi showed a look of longing and expectation:
“After months of hard training, I will finally see results.”
“……”
Lei Qun and Tong Zun looked at each other and smiled bitterly.
Achieving minor mastery in a Superior-Grade Spell Technique could unleash terrifying combat power.
And!
Combined with a full set of Artifact Flying Swords, its power… was unimaginable.
They both felt lucky that they had made the right choice when Lu Hangzhi suggested it.
“Hangzhi, don’t waste the materials from these Monster Beasts.”
“Right! The Dual-Realm Mountains Market has many good things. Most are exchanged for Demon Beast Inner Cores and materials. The one-month garrison duty is both suffering and training. It is also a time to collect materials and build wealth. Don’t be like us when we first entered the marketplace. We had nothing and could only watch the good things released by the large and medium sects, unable to get any.”
Recognizing Lu Hangzhi’s great potential, they wanted to tie themselves to his ship. They began sharing information about Two Realms Mountain without holding back.
Lu Hangzhi was eager for this. He took the chance to learn about the Reinforcement Department and the Dual-Realm Mountains Market from them.
Although they didn’t get along, they told him everything they knew. Soon, Lu Hangzhi had a clear understanding.
The Reinforcement Department replacement list came with two rights:
One was the right to choose the garrison marketplace…
You could choose the regular garrison method every two months: one month on duty, one month off for cultivation;
The other marketplace had more randomness and danger. When the battles weren’t intense, you could stay in the marketplace to cultivate. You only went to rescue endangered areas when the Reinforcement Department was needed. The garrison time was usually short, only a few days in a month.
The other right:
You could trade freely in the marketplace.
Don’t underestimate this right.
Cultivators not on the Reinforcement Department replacement list, even the illegitimate children of Sect Masters, couldn’t take anything from the marketplace.
Two Realms Mountain was an honorable battlefield, the defense line of the Human Race…
All sects, especially the large and medium ones, opened up many cultivation techniques, Spiritual Artifacts, Magical Artifacts, and Elixirs that small sects couldn’t possibly have. These were for the Two Realms Mountain warriors to improve their cultivation and strengthen their power. These things were top-secret treasures outside—no Cultivator outside Two Realms Mountain could easily get them, and they didn’t enjoy this treatment.