After Achieving Invincibility, I Set Out to Destroy Sects

Nangong Yu took a breath, the silence in the room heavy with anticipation. She was the first to break it. "What is your relationship with Jiang Yun?"

Tang Mei didn't hesitate, though her expression was thoughtful as she began recounting the past. "I first met Jiang Yun back when he joined the Flaming Phoenix Sect. It was during the annual disciple recruitment ceremony, and I remember staring at him, truly wondering what a mortal with no cultivation was doing in such a place. It was rare to see people with almost no cultivation joining sects, and even the poorest mortals at least trained their bodies to prepare."

She paused, looking toward the window. "In this world, before someone steps on the true path of cultivation, most mortals who lack cultivation knowledge go through the Body Refining realm. They cannot use Qi, but they are significantly stronger than the average mortal. This realm has five distinct levels, and each level is reached by training the heart, arms, legs, waist, and chest in any order. After training a certain amount, they will feel a massive, unmistakable difference as that body part undergoes a transformation, becoming several times stronger than before. This change is physically noticeable, signaling that you have reached a new level."

Tang Mei sighed. "Jiang Yun hadn't even reached the Body Refining realm at that time, and it was quite curious why a complete mortal wanted to enter the sect without even the slightest foundation. I didn't think much of him back then, and after he miraculously managed to join the outer sect, I stopped paying attention to him entirely."

She reminisced, "It wasn't until a while later, when I discovered he had reached the Qi Refining realm and happened to join my team on a mission, that I finally got to know him. At the time, Jiang Yun strangely managed to hold his own, even in a team full of higher-staged Qi Refining cultivators. I grew an interest in him then. Later on, we went on several other missions, but one day, I met with an accident. Jiang Yun, who was also injured himself, managed to save me after exerting much effort. After that, I started to like him, and we were together almost all the time. Unfortunately, it came to an end when the young master of the sect took an interest in me. We have been separated ever since, until now. Thankfully, Jiang Yun managed to resolve that, and now I can finally be around him again."

After hearing the story, Nangong Yu felt a mist of emotions swirling within her, but not to be outdone, she began to tell her own tale.

"I met Jiang Yun on a very unfortunate day of my life," Nangong Yu started. "I was out exploring the world after finally staying in the sect for so long. I had gained approval after reaching the Foundation Establishment realm. Of course, as my father is the sect master, I received many life-saving treasures. Who would have thought I would trespass on a Mahayana realm beast’s territory while being drawn to a rare treasure I sensed? It was easy for a Mahayana realm beast to notice my presence, and I was chased as it felt threatened by me coming for the treasure it was protecting. I was hit by one of the beast’s attacks and was heavily injured, but by activating my life-saving treasures, I managed to escape. Soon after escaping, I collapsed and was found by Jiang Yun. We then journeyed together for a period of time, enjoying our adventure. It was abruptly interrupted by my sect’s elders, and I had to go back. Fortunately, Jiang Yun was fine and even managed to come and find me. I’m really happy to be with Jiang Yun again."

Both women finished their stories, the atmosphere feeling awkward as they realized each had a deep history with Jiang Yun. But neither wanted to back down. They stood up, preparing to leave, and told each other, "I won’t be outdone by you from now on," before walking away.

In the days that followed, life at the sect was peaceful. Jiang Yun taught Bai Yue how to cultivate, while Nangong Yu and Tang Mei remained close to keep him company. During these quiet days, Nangong Yu used the time to break through to the Void Solidification realm. Tang Mei, trying not to be left behind, reached the fifth level of the Nascent Soul realm. Bai Yue, under Jiang Yun’s tutelage, reached the fourth level of Foundation Establishment.

Seeing this progress, Jiang Yun spoke about his next plans. "I plan on building a sect that allows those without aptitude to still join. What I care about is character. As you can see with me, even someone with mediocre aptitude can reach a high level as long as you have enough opportunities. Of course, my opportunities are an outlier and would most likely not happen again, but I still believe people with the correct character can progress far. As I know you all have good character, I hope you will join as my founding members."

Bai Yue expressed her agreement, as did Tang Mei and Nangong Yu.

Jiang Yun said approvingly, "Bai Yue and Tang Mei will be Elders, and Nangong Yu shall be an Honorary Elder, as she still belongs to another sect. I shall hold a recruitment ceremony when Bai Yue reaches the Golden Core realm."

Hearing this, Bai Yue went back to cultivating, aiming to reach Golden Core as soon as possible. Not to be outdone, Tang Mei and Nangong Yu also returned to their training.

Jiang Yun was left alone, finally gaining some free time. He decided to visit the place where his invincibility first began, and to visit an old friend.

He disappeared and reappeared at an inconspicuous cave hidden above a very large mountain wall. At the top was the very cliff he had fallen down many years ago when he was still only at the Foundation Establishment realm. Misfortune had turned to fortune; he had discovered this cave, which led to a secret world. This secret world was designed by a mysterious being who mastered the Law of Time—an inheritance meant for a destined one. This was a backup plan for that being in case misfortune struck. Jiang Yun had read this in a journal preserved in the cave, authored by someone named Xue Nanwei, a powerful being of unknown origin. Jiang Yun had never met this person, nor did he know if they were alive or dead.

Jiang Yun entered the cave, feeling nostalgic at the scenery. So many years had passed, and he had finally returned. The place was just as he remembered it, though some things had turned to dust and some herbs had died. This cave had taught Jiang Yun the Law of Time.

The cave had a peculiar quality; it sped up time by thousands of times. By the time Jiang Yun left back then, he had mastered the Law of Time to a great extent and used the resources of the cave to cultivate to the first stage of the Mahayana realm before he was allowed to leave. Thinking back, Jiang Yun was grateful; the outside world was dangerous, and you never knew if you would run into Mahayana realm experts who might kill you at the slightest offense.

Jiang Yun, now possessing Mahayana power and the Law of Time, could roam the world mostly unchallenged. He felt grateful to the person who gave him this opportunity and, if possible, would like to meet Xue Nanwei.

Looking around, Jiang Yun decided to explore, revisiting the place where he spent thousands of years. Everything brought back memories of his struggle to get stronger. As he finished his tour, he decided on something. He used his power to restructure the laws in the cave, making the time flow even faster. He replanted new herbs and replenished the resources he had used back then. Jiang Yun’s train of thought was to give someone else the same opportunity; maybe someone would be grateful to him someday. Jiang Yun also left a small note.

He did this because the original creator only allowed one visitor, as too many people knowing of this inheritance was not for the best. Jiang Yun similarly only allowed one visitor, upholding that original philosophy as he no longer needed this opportunity himself.

He exited the cave and prepared to go up the cliff. This was the cliff that almost killed him while he was being chased after trying to help a friend—a fellow Foundation Establishment cultivator at the time. If nothing went wrong, she should have reached Golden Core or higher; otherwise, she would be dead. If she were dead, it would be unfortunate, but not unsolvable. Jiang Yun, as a Dao Unification realm expert, could use world rules to locate her reincarnation if need be. If she had reincarnated and was living a good life, he wouldn't bother her. But Jiang Yun still wanted to meet the friend who made him who he was today, for without her, he would never have gained the inheritance.

As he ascended the mountain, he finally landed on the cliff. There, he saw a new addition: a monument. On it were the words: The Place Where I Met Jiang Yun. My Friend That Helped Me So Much. An Honor For Him To Commemorate Where It All Began.

Jiang Yun was surprised and guessed who put it up. Turning his head, a woman came into view—an old woman at the first stage of the Golden Core realm. For most, Golden Core lifespans lasted at most 600 years, so seeing one so old meant she had lived a long time. As she got closer, he saw she held a bouquet of flowers.

She didn't pay much attention to Jiang Yun, walking past him to lay the flowers near the monument.

The old woman spoke in a weary voice, "It’s been hundreds of years. I wonder how you are doing now. Probably achieving something amazing. Back then, when you came back to save me, you were already at an unfathomable level of cultivation. Unfortunately, I couldn't go with you because I still had responsibilities to my family. Looking back, maybe I should have gone with you. I’ve gotten old, but I hope you’re doing well."

She turned quiet, offering a silent prayer. Jiang Yun watched her, trying to guess who she was. After a long period, she finished and stood up, ready to head home. Turning around, she finally laid eyes on Jiang Yun. At first, she was confused as to why someone was in such a remote place, but upon closer inspection, she showed a look of shock, seemingly recognizing him.

Jiang Yun asked, "Do you know who I am?"

The old woman replied, "Of course I know you. I know you very well, after all we’ve been through."

Jiang Yun replied, "Then, who might you be?"

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