Chapter 157: Preparing for Closed-Door Cultivation

Lin Yunxiao left the street and returned to the Gongfeng Mansion.
Afterwards, the city guards arrived at the scene. Looking at the bizarre crime scene, they questioned eyewitnesses, but in the end could only get perplexing answers.
No one could figure out what happened, and no one knew the source of it all, which was a young man and his source soldier.
……
"Buzz~"
The tip of the sword seemed very active, frequently communicating with Lin Yunxiao, more than usual.
It's nothing more than whether or not this kind of thing can happen a few more times. Since Lin Yunxiao can't help it recover, it has its own ways.
Although the process is somewhat cruel, for those who deserve to die, they can be considered to have made their final contribution.
"No! Absolutely not! It's enough for this kind of thing to happen once. If it happens often, it will definitely be discovered by someone sooner or later!"
Lin Yunxiao kept shaking his head to refuse. It really felt that others were not as simple as it.
If this kind of thing happens too many times, it's possible that others may discover some patterns or clues, and then I won't be able to hide anymore.
"Buzz..." (looking aggrieved)
Lin Yunxiao ignored it, as he couldn't let it have its way, otherwise it would become increasingly difficult to control in the future.
……
Inside the Gongfeng Mansion, in the small courtyard where Lin Yunxiao resided...
"Swish!"
Five Lin Yunxiaos were frozen in place, striking different poses. After a short while, "they" disappeared one by one, leaving only one true self behind.
"I've been practicing for so long, but I've only reached the fourth afterimage. When will it end?"
Lin Yunxiao sighed.
The afterimages left by the Stellar Cloud Stepping Technique were not only used to confuse the enemy, but also to measure one's mastery of the footwork.
Each layer of afterimage represents an increase in speed by several degrees.
Now, Lin Yunxiao left behind four afterimages. Such speed, when used against someone at the peak of the Huayuan realm who hasn't mastered stepping techniques, is simply impossible to counter.
Even Yun Yi, who was at the peak of the Hua Yuan Realm, could only catch up to Lin Yunxiao from time to time and launch a few attacks. If Lin Yunxiao had the means to defeat him, he would have counterattacked long ago.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:As for that last kick, it was because Yun Yi was anxious and did not protect himself well, thinking that Lin Yunxiao, who was merely at the peak of the Transcending Mortal Realm, would not dare to confront him directly.
However, Lin Yunxiao was just that brave, daring to meet head-on and directly face Yun Yi, whose cultivation was a whole realm higher than his own, exchanging blows.
Finally, Yun Yi recuperated at home for five days before that uncomfortable feeling disappeared.
This made Yun Yi hate Lin Yunxiao even more, and he was determined not to let Lin Yunxiao off the hook.
Within Yellow Leaf City, the city lord's surveillance makes it difficult for him to act freely, but in the Tianyu Secret Realm, Ting Linye's reach is limited!
However, the prerequisite for his wish is that Lin Yunxiao can enter the Huayuan Realm, only then will Lin Yunxiao leave Yellow Leaf City and head to the Tianyu Secret Realm.
Now, Yun Yi could only hope that Lin Yunxiao would successfully reach the Hua Yuan Realm.
Therefore, in order to fulfill Yun Yi's wish and respond to his heart's call, Lin Yunxiao worked overtime to cultivate, hoping to step into the Hua Yuan Realm before the opening of the Tianyu Secret Realm.
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:The deep bond of friendship between Lin Yunxiao and Yun Yi is truly moving, enough to cause third-degree burns to the heart.
After practicing the Nebula Roaming Steps, Lin Yunxiao began cultivating his Source Qi.
He now has the foundation of ninety-nine silver patterns, but Lin Yunxiao has no clue how to evolve them into silver.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:"Since the formation has already been researched, it should have some use..."
#Formation Status#
Come on, show some effect!
Lin Yunxiao kept probing the silver formation, injecting source qi, continuing to refine the silver patterns, and connecting with his divine sense.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:In short, Lin Yunxiao tried everything he could.
However, the formation entrenched on the source dan remained unmoved, seemingly without any reaction.
Lin Yunxiao could only continue to maintain his patience...
……
"Are you certain it's a sentient magic sword?"
Inside the Lord's Manor, Lin Ye was receiving a report from Zhan Bangde in the affairs hall. After all, with a member of the Li family having met with an incident, they would surely kick up a fuss.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Moreover, it was a demon sword that took people's lives. No one could accept this preposterous fact.
Therefore, Lin Ye had no choice but to look into the matter and see what the truth really was.
"Reporting to the lord, according to our understanding, this member of the Li family was originally going to a shop to collect commission."
There were also some elders present who had connections with the four major families, so Zhan Bangde did not directly say it was about collecting protection fees to avoid arguing with them.
"Just as Li Xi was about to assert his authority, the sword started moving on its own, killed his subordinates, and even chopped off his own hands and feet before soaring into the air and dancing,"
Zhan Bangde said with a strange expression on his face.
This was the information he obtained after interrogating the staff of the surrounding shops, which sounded utterly unbelievable.
If this matter hadn't been the talk of the town in Huangye City, the elders and stewards present would have thought that Zhan Bangde was making up stories in front of the city lord to deal with the task at hand.
Even if that's the case, it must be thoroughly investigated to prevent the magic sword from going out of control and killing people indiscriminately in Huangye City.
"That's what the young man from the Li family said himself, that his hand suddenly went out of control and went on a killing spree."
James Bond also found it strange that this magic sword was picky about people. It didn't kill a single good person, but Lisi and his lackeys were either killed or crippled.
It's truly karma at work - evil people will be ground down by evil swords.
"So, it really might be a magic sword!"
Based on the information above, Zhan Bangde came to a conclusion.
"Let's leave it at that for now. Pay close attention during this period. If the magic sword has awakened, it may continue to kill people. We can't let a sword run amok."
Tinglin Ye sighed, knowing that with such an incident occurring within his jurisdiction, it would be difficult to achieve a promotion to the city level.
He had to minimize the impact and resolve the matter with his own abilities without alerting his superiors.
"Yes!"
James Bond was ordered to leave.
Tin Lin Ye frowned, seemingly pondering how to deal with this awakened magic sword.
An elder thought for a long time and finally uttered:
"This is really a bit ridiculous. A mere youngster who has just reached the peak of the Mortal Shedding Realm actually obtained a magic sword and has been using it for so long."
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:Who would have thought that a magic sword was hidden in the hands of a Tuifan realm warrior.
Damn, just this alone is enough for Li Xi to brag about for three days and three nights while drinking.
"Ahem!" Jameson signaled to the elders and deacons not to let their imaginations run wild, as finding a solution was the proper thing to do.
……
As for Lin Yunxiao, he had been very well-behaved over the past few days, attending classes on time and leading an extremely regular life, without causing trouble or being provoked by others.
A rare moment of tranquility...
Today, Lin Yunxiao felt somewhat different, always feeling that he might be on the verge of a breakthrough.
Therefore, he was more anxious than usual to return to his room, wanting to go into seclusion.
Lin Yunxiao began to sit in meditation and cultivate, drawing in the Yuan Qi.
The Yuan Dan remained the same as before, but Lin Yunxiao felt that he would not return empty-handed today and that something was bound to happen.
Lin Yunxiao focused his mind and gathered his energy, constantly paying attention to the changes in his Yuandan.
This state lasted for a long time. Lin Yunxiao believed that it was impossible to have no gains, but he just needed to be patient...
At a certain moment, the formation on the Source Pill seemed to make a "click" sound and started operating...